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Wild Wyoming Hearts #2
Counterfeit Cowboy
From the moment Jesse Baker collides with Erin O'Grady on a Boston train platform, he faces a dilemma. For once, Jesse doesn't want to lie about who and what he is. Yet if she learns he's a con artist, not a cowboy—and the urchin with him is certainly not his brother—she'll never give him a chance.
Erin suspects there's more to the enigmatic cowboy than meets the eye. But the sheltered socialite is certain his deep compassion is real. On the long Christmastime train ride to Wyoming, hearts and courage are tested and true motives revealed. And the journey that began in a charade may end with redemption—and a very real love.
Erin suspects there's more to the enigmatic cowboy than meets the eye. But the sheltered socialite is certain his deep compassion is real. On the long Christmastime train ride to Wyoming, hearts and courage are tested and true motives revealed. And the journey that began in a charade may end with redemption—and a very real love.
288 pages, Mass Market Paperback
First published November 27, 2012
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Lacy Williams
193 books1,282 followersLacy Williams wishes her writing career was more like what you see on Hallmark movies: dreamy brainstorming from a French chateau or a few minutes at the computer in a million-dollar New York City penthouse. In reality, she’s up before the sun, putting words on the page before her kids wake up for the day. Those early-morning and late-night writing sessions add up, and Lacy has published fifty books in almost a decade, first with a big five publisher and then as an indie author. When she needs to refill the well, you can find Lacy birdwatching, gardening, biking with the kiddos, or walking the dog. Find tons of bonus scenes and reader extras by becoming a VIP reader at www.lacywilliams.net/vip .
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April 10, 2019
I have recently stumbled across this author and I am so glad I did. Not every story is as long as I'd like it to be, but every story is a good romance with great characters and a dilemma to solve. This one is one of my favorite Lacy Williams books. A man who makes himself be a man, for himself and those around him and finds great friends and a bright future in the process. He is also in a position to make several good impressions to those around him in every station of life that touches his.
January 13, 2013
He Might be a Counterfeit Cowboy, but this Story is the Real Deal
From the time his stepfather kicked him out of the house, Jesse Baker survived using his wits. Trained to be a confidence man by an older lad, Jesse managed to avoid the law until a scam earned him five years in prison. Now released he’s on a quest to take care of a promise he made to a cell mate.
I really sympathized with Jesse’s dilemma. No matter how much he wants to go straight, his cross-country train journey will test his resolve. First there’s beautiful Erin O’Grady, an easy mark who has no idea how vulnerable she is. Then there’s Pete, the street urchin who sees through Jesse’s cowboy disguise and blackmails him into pretending to be his older brother. With every mile, his lies stack higher and higher.
I truly enjoyed this winsome story full of strong characters on an exciting trip across 1890 America.
From the time his stepfather kicked him out of the house, Jesse Baker survived using his wits. Trained to be a confidence man by an older lad, Jesse managed to avoid the law until a scam earned him five years in prison. Now released he’s on a quest to take care of a promise he made to a cell mate.
I really sympathized with Jesse’s dilemma. No matter how much he wants to go straight, his cross-country train journey will test his resolve. First there’s beautiful Erin O’Grady, an easy mark who has no idea how vulnerable she is. Then there’s Pete, the street urchin who sees through Jesse’s cowboy disguise and blackmails him into pretending to be his older brother. With every mile, his lies stack higher and higher.
I truly enjoyed this winsome story full of strong characters on an exciting trip across 1890 America.
September 30, 2022
Learning to love.
A very excellent historical and heartwarming Christian romance. The young man went from being a con man to a loving and wonderful husband. Well worth the read, you'll love it!
A very excellent historical and heartwarming Christian romance. The young man went from being a con man to a loving and wonderful husband. Well worth the read, you'll love it!
September 29, 2021
A 5 for most, not me
A fairytale romance with Christian icing, I'm sure most would give it a five because of how much Jesus is in it but I have some issues with it.
Jesse has just been released from prison and is trying to figure out how to fulfill a promise to a dying man that saved his life. He has no money and he's wearing clothes gifted to him. Falling back on previous behavior he looks for someone he can talk out of money. Instead he is distracted by a poor woman being targeted for theft and he intervenes but doesn't tell her of her narrow escape. Then he helps her again as she's missing her train. He has no ticket and an urchin sits down beside him claiming to be his brother.
Erin, dressed poorly to hide from her father (sin), pays for their tickets in appreciation. Jesse assumes she received an inheritance and is disturbed she would spend it on them. Pete, the orphan, looks to steal from her while she is in the bathroom but Jesse stops him. She comes out dressed like a rich woman. This changes her in Jesse's eyes because she becomes a potential target.
This is where I take issue with the storyline. Jesse thinks about it but he never acts on it. That is called temptation which is not a sin. Even Jesus was tempted. Not only does he not act on it but he repeatedly stops Pete from doing anything wrong and attempts to give him an alternative viewpoint.
Much is made of Erin spending money on them and some others but really it costs her nothing. It's not real sacrifice. She is spending allowance from her rich father that she is defying and angry with for manipulating her not to do charity work.
Erin is presented as a perfect Christian witness that makes him ponder and fall in love. But he is fearful that if she knew all about him, she would reject him. So he stays silent most of the time.
Erin does show kindness and sacrifices her time caring for people which touches Jesse who never experienced that. She is also one of those people that jumps into peoples business. He repeatedly tells her that he's no good and she doesn't know him.
Jesse again sacrifices himself searching for Pete in a subzero snowstorm. He shares how he blames himself for the death of his little brother while he was living on the streets. She now knows he grew up hard, hungry, homeless, not like her.
Over and over Jesse makes the better choice and makes sacrifices but sees himself as unworthy. Erin has no issues other than insecurity being a woman. She never questions if she is good enough for him. As a rich woman she doesn't know how to cook or clean. She does note that her brother does the cooking in his marriage (his wife self-centered IMO in previous book).
Jesse does tell her about his past and how he thought of her a target. She rejects as him as expected. No self examination on her part or review of the selfless things he did including how he behaved when he did have money.
Nine months later, Jesse is a Christian and going back East to find his estranged mother and Erin shows up at the train station. She asks what is different about him, he shares his new belief. Their love continues.
I guess my objection is that it ignores that we are saved by grace and not works. All fall short, there are no good guys and bad guys. Everyone is bad, including the Erin characters. The author wrote Jesse too well and Erin was just a one dimensional character.
A fairytale romance with Christian icing, I'm sure most would give it a five because of how much Jesus is in it but I have some issues with it.
Jesse has just been released from prison and is trying to figure out how to fulfill a promise to a dying man that saved his life. He has no money and he's wearing clothes gifted to him. Falling back on previous behavior he looks for someone he can talk out of money. Instead he is distracted by a poor woman being targeted for theft and he intervenes but doesn't tell her of her narrow escape. Then he helps her again as she's missing her train. He has no ticket and an urchin sits down beside him claiming to be his brother.
Erin, dressed poorly to hide from her father (sin), pays for their tickets in appreciation. Jesse assumes she received an inheritance and is disturbed she would spend it on them. Pete, the orphan, looks to steal from her while she is in the bathroom but Jesse stops him. She comes out dressed like a rich woman. This changes her in Jesse's eyes because she becomes a potential target.
This is where I take issue with the storyline. Jesse thinks about it but he never acts on it. That is called temptation which is not a sin. Even Jesus was tempted. Not only does he not act on it but he repeatedly stops Pete from doing anything wrong and attempts to give him an alternative viewpoint.
Much is made of Erin spending money on them and some others but really it costs her nothing. It's not real sacrifice. She is spending allowance from her rich father that she is defying and angry with for manipulating her not to do charity work.
Erin is presented as a perfect Christian witness that makes him ponder and fall in love. But he is fearful that if she knew all about him, she would reject him. So he stays silent most of the time.
Erin does show kindness and sacrifices her time caring for people which touches Jesse who never experienced that. She is also one of those people that jumps into peoples business. He repeatedly tells her that he's no good and she doesn't know him.
Jesse again sacrifices himself searching for Pete in a subzero snowstorm. He shares how he blames himself for the death of his little brother while he was living on the streets. She now knows he grew up hard, hungry, homeless, not like her.
Over and over Jesse makes the better choice and makes sacrifices but sees himself as unworthy. Erin has no issues other than insecurity being a woman. She never questions if she is good enough for him. As a rich woman she doesn't know how to cook or clean. She does note that her brother does the cooking in his marriage (his wife self-centered IMO in previous book).
Jesse does tell her about his past and how he thought of her a target. She rejects as him as expected. No self examination on her part or review of the selfless things he did including how he behaved when he did have money.
Nine months later, Jesse is a Christian and going back East to find his estranged mother and Erin shows up at the train station. She asks what is different about him, he shares his new belief. Their love continues.
I guess my objection is that it ignores that we are saved by grace and not works. All fall short, there are no good guys and bad guys. Everyone is bad, including the Erin characters. The author wrote Jesse too well and Erin was just a one dimensional character.
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December 9, 2014
A child pickpocket, a confidence man recently released from prison, and a Boston socialite with a big heart make an unlikely trio on the train a few days before Christmas.
I loved how Lacy Williams brought this story to life. I could see and hear the crowds on the station platform, the crowded train as Erin manoevered with her many Christmas presents, and of the blizzard as it whirled and swirled...I could feel it's chill too! I could also hear Erin gentle voice as she read aloud from the gospels the Christmas story.
I loved Erin's big heart and how she reached out to others, I ached for Jesse as the guilt of his past hung heavy on his heart...and cheered as struck out for a better way, and I loved Pete, that rascal of a boy who just wanted to be noticed and loved for himself.
I loved how Lacy Williams brought this story to life. I could see and hear the crowds on the station platform, the crowded train as Erin manoevered with her many Christmas presents, and of the blizzard as it whirled and swirled...I could feel it's chill too! I could also hear Erin gentle voice as she read aloud from the gospels the Christmas story.
I loved Erin's big heart and how she reached out to others, I ached for Jesse as the guilt of his past hung heavy on his heart...and cheered as struck out for a better way, and I loved Pete, that rascal of a boy who just wanted to be noticed and loved for himself.
January 23, 2015
The Counterfeit Cowboy is a charming tale of a man fresh out of prison and a naive but kind-hearted woman fleeing her restrictive father. Jesse wants to changes his ways but he's a man of no means. Erin takes him and his brother under her wing on her trip west to visit her brother. Friendship blossoms as do sparks of romance, but will the secret he's keeping drive a wedge between him and Erin?
Lacy Williams has penned another intriguing western that kept me riveted to the pages. I didn't want to put the book down to tend to things that needed my attention. Her writing just keeps getting better and better.
Lacy Williams has penned another intriguing western that kept me riveted to the pages. I didn't want to put the book down to tend to things that needed my attention. Her writing just keeps getting better and better.
March 22, 2021
Second in the Wild Wyoming Hearts series by Lacy Williams, Counterfeit Cowboyfocuses on Erin O'Grady, the sister of Chas O'Grady from Marrying Miss Marshal, and the con-man she first meets as she attempts to board a train to visit her brother in Wyoming. As neither Erin nor Jesse Baker are dressed as themselves, assumptions are made and the first of their misunderstandings coincide with a street urchin inserting himself into the situation.
As the trio travels they slowly begin to learn more about each other, and Erin's faith slowly opens up a new understanding for Jesse as he struggles between the way of life he'd known and the person he wants to become. Jesse's desire to go straight, having been thrown out by his step-father with harsh words about his character, is constantly tested as he, and young Pete, are tempted by the cash that Erin carries and her compassion that they initially see as a weakness.
This is a slower paced, more character driven story, without the eminent partner danger of the previous book. Both Erin's desire to help those less fortunate despite her father's machinations, and Jesse in his desire to be a better man make them sympathetic characters. Pete's introduction had me smiling and his presence throughout the story was both adorable and a point of connection not only for Erin and Jesse, but for the reader as well, as he shows how Jesse would likely have been as a boy.
Having been originally published as a Love Inspired Historical title, this is a shorter novel, but the author has re-written and expanded the epilogue to good effect. If you enjoy Historical Romance with a strong faith element, set primarily on a train but ranging from 1890's Boston to Wyoming, a young scamp and a chaste romance where opposites – Erin being very sweet, young and naïve while Jesse is an ex-convict who is more hardened and self-serving, then Counterfeit Cowboy will tick those boxes. I always enjoy reading books by Lacy Williams and I'm looking forward to continuing this series.
This review refers to a digital copy I voluntarily received and read, courtesy of the author, who noted that the ebook had recently been proofread and corrected for errors mentioned by reviewers. A positive review was not required and all opinions are my own.
As the trio travels they slowly begin to learn more about each other, and Erin's faith slowly opens up a new understanding for Jesse as he struggles between the way of life he'd known and the person he wants to become. Jesse's desire to go straight, having been thrown out by his step-father with harsh words about his character, is constantly tested as he, and young Pete, are tempted by the cash that Erin carries and her compassion that they initially see as a weakness.
This is a slower paced, more character driven story, without the eminent partner danger of the previous book. Both Erin's desire to help those less fortunate despite her father's machinations, and Jesse in his desire to be a better man make them sympathetic characters. Pete's introduction had me smiling and his presence throughout the story was both adorable and a point of connection not only for Erin and Jesse, but for the reader as well, as he shows how Jesse would likely have been as a boy.
Having been originally published as a Love Inspired Historical title, this is a shorter novel, but the author has re-written and expanded the epilogue to good effect. If you enjoy Historical Romance with a strong faith element, set primarily on a train but ranging from 1890's Boston to Wyoming, a young scamp and a chaste romance where opposites – Erin being very sweet, young and naïve while Jesse is an ex-convict who is more hardened and self-serving, then Counterfeit Cowboy will tick those boxes. I always enjoy reading books by Lacy Williams and I'm looking forward to continuing this series.
This review refers to a digital copy I voluntarily received and read, courtesy of the author, who noted that the ebook had recently been proofread and corrected for errors mentioned by reviewers. A positive review was not required and all opinions are my own.
March 11, 2021
I liked this book about Jesse and Erin. Jesse was just released from prison after five years. He's trying to make a new start without being a con man or pickpocket. He sees Erin at the train station and thinks she'll be a good "mark". As he's following her, he sees another man trying to take advantage of Erin. He then wants to protect her because he thinks she's too innocent to be traveling alone. Erin is trying to get to her brother's in Wyoming after her father tried to set her up with someone that she didn't want to marry. Also on the train is a young pickpocket, Pete. Erin is very kind and compassionate and wants to take care of Pete and Jesse. Jesse and Erin are attracted to each other but Jesse feels that Erin wouldn't want him if she found out about him being in prison. There are references to Christianity but I didn't feel that they overpowered the story. I also saw that there were typos in previous books, but the author fixed them. I was given a copy of this book without any expectation of anything in return. I liked this story and I'm leaving my honest review.
March 19, 2021
Erin is not quite running away from home, she's left to visit her brother and his family for Christmas, just without telling her father she's going. She meets Jesse on the train, he's just out of prison and has been lent some clothes, which make him look like a cowboy. Pete, a ragamuffin pickpocket, has attached himself to Jesse, by blackmailing him. Jesse is/was a conman, he's trying to start a new life but needs money to set himself up. Erin is in a different social sphere to him.
They accompany Erin to her brother's, with adventures on the way, Jesse tells her his story, then Pete and Jesse leave to find work.
Will they meet again? Are their feelings strong enough to overcome their social divide and her father's ire?
A good read from Lacy, prefer this ending to the previous one!
They accompany Erin to her brother's, with adventures on the way, Jesse tells her his story, then Pete and Jesse leave to find work.
Will they meet again? Are their feelings strong enough to overcome their social divide and her father's ire?
A good read from Lacy, prefer this ending to the previous one!
February 15, 2021
Book 2
4 stars
I purchased a copy of the clean historical western romance Counterfeit Cowboy: Wild Wyoming Hearts (Wind River Hearts Book 2)by Lacy Williams and this review was given freely.
An instant attraction romance where three diverse characters become friends and more as they travel west at Christmastime.
When broke and recently released 25 year old swindler Jesse Baker leaves prison to fulfill a promise and rebuild his life in Chicago, he didn't expect to find himself the protector of the runaway socialite Erin O'Grady who is bound to visit her brother Chas in Calvin, Wyoming or the target of the young and malnourished petty thief Pete.
4 stars
I purchased a copy of the clean historical western romance Counterfeit Cowboy: Wild Wyoming Hearts (Wind River Hearts Book 2)by Lacy Williams and this review was given freely.
An instant attraction romance where three diverse characters become friends and more as they travel west at Christmastime.
When broke and recently released 25 year old swindler Jesse Baker leaves prison to fulfill a promise and rebuild his life in Chicago, he didn't expect to find himself the protector of the runaway socialite Erin O'Grady who is bound to visit her brother Chas in Calvin, Wyoming or the target of the young and malnourished petty thief Pete.
February 28, 2021
What a sweet delightful historical romance I loved it!
I almost didn’t read this book because some of the reviews said it needed a lot of typo fixes, but the summary was so interesting to me I got the book anyway and I have to say I didn’t see any typos at all. Anyway… Having said that let me just say I loved the story with Aaron and Jessie I almost didn’t like Little Pete but in the end I grew to love him it was a fish out of water and someone pretending to be somebody he wasn’t, against his better judgment that is. In the end it was so good and I’m sure I will read it again one day in the future. I loved it and highly recommend it.
I almost didn’t read this book because some of the reviews said it needed a lot of typo fixes, but the summary was so interesting to me I got the book anyway and I have to say I didn’t see any typos at all. Anyway… Having said that let me just say I loved the story with Aaron and Jessie I almost didn’t like Little Pete but in the end I grew to love him it was a fish out of water and someone pretending to be somebody he wasn’t, against his better judgment that is. In the end it was so good and I’m sure I will read it again one day in the future. I loved it and highly recommend it.
August 12, 2017
I really wanted to love this story as I loved the prior novel in this series. I was somewhat disappointed. The plot line was believable, the characters were genuine, the love story was charming. In fact there was multiple love stories...man\woman, father\daughter, mother\son, brother\sister, man\man, person\God, and for their selves... NOT all love stories are romantic. But something got lost for me perhaps it was the author's choice (or editor or publisher) to throw in too many hundred dollar words it became like they were trying too hard to impress.
August 11, 2018
This installment of the series was good enough for me to still want to read the next book which is a cowboy style retelling of Pride and Prejudice, titled Cowboy Pride. This book started out grabbing my attention and had me thinking it might be a lot better than the first book, and for most of the book it was, but it fizzled a bit near the end, from the point where they reached Wyoming and on to the conclusion. I thought it went a little soap opera and I didn’t buy the whole daughter of a rich business magnate sees her way to marrying an ex-con plus Daddy doesn’t do more to stop it.
October 30, 2018
I've read two other books in this series or I would not have read this one. The others had some religious references, but they were in context with the characters talking and not intrusive. Sort of like motorcycle gang protagonists using foul language. This book was all about "being saved". The heroine read from the bible a lot including having pages of the bible quoted in the book itself. If you are into "Christian" fiction, this might be up your alley. If you are just looking for a good read, skip this one.
October 3, 2022
This is a wonderful,heartwarming Christian story. I loved how Jesse changed and became a better man after getting to know Erin. Erin is a socialite, but treats everyone she meets with kindness and helps those in need of help. My heart ached at what both Jesse and a young boy named Pete had gone through.It was great to see how Jesse decided to take care of Pete and changed his life. Erin and Jesse are great together. The story was told so well that it made you feel like you were there. Great ending too.
August 26, 2020
Great story
This was such a good book. I loved the characters and how they grew in spirit and strength throughout the story. I think this is my new favorite author and I can’t wait to read the rest of the books in this series. I highly recommend this book. It is different than the usual stories you read of a couple finding love and the adventure they experience on their journey to the end of the story.
This was such a good book. I loved the characters and how they grew in spirit and strength throughout the story. I think this is my new favorite author and I can’t wait to read the rest of the books in this series. I highly recommend this book. It is different than the usual stories you read of a couple finding love and the adventure they experience on their journey to the end of the story.
January 24, 2021
Lovely story
This story was a heart warming story of love and Gods Influence in peoples lives. The main character had so much impact on others by the way she lived her life. Her caring attitude and loving nature showed God's love to everyone. It was an up !lifting read. I read both endings. Not sure which I prefer. The original version seemed more final. The second we a bit sad but left the door open to a sequel. But I was pleased with the decision to return West
This story was a heart warming story of love and Gods Influence in peoples lives. The main character had so much impact on others by the way she lived her life. Her caring attitude and loving nature showed God's love to everyone. It was an up !lifting read. I read both endings. Not sure which I prefer. The original version seemed more final. The second we a bit sad but left the door open to a sequel. But I was pleased with the decision to return West
March 4, 2021
"Counterfeit Cowboy" by Lacy Williams
This is an excellent sweet and clean American historical romance story. I thoroughly enjoyed my time within this story. Yes my heart broke in a few places and my eyes leaked a trail of tears down my cheeks. I also found some happy places too. Three people, Jesse, Erin, & Pete, and their journey(s) from their pasts to their futures. Definitely a Worth Read. Happy Reading ! !
This is an excellent sweet and clean American historical romance story. I thoroughly enjoyed my time within this story. Yes my heart broke in a few places and my eyes leaked a trail of tears down my cheeks. I also found some happy places too. Three people, Jesse, Erin, & Pete, and their journey(s) from their pasts to their futures. Definitely a Worth Read. Happy Reading ! !
March 16, 2021
Oh the tangled webs we weave when first we practice to deceive…. Perhaps Jesse and Pete should have studied this poem a bit more. Lacy Williams is very good at weaving together opposite personalities. Recently released “former” con man, Jesse Baker, street-wise child, Pete, and Boston socialite pure hearted Erin O’Grady are a very unlikely trio. This was a very fun story as the three travel west to Erin’s brother in Wyoming. I enjoyed this book.
February 11, 2022
Real cowboy in the end
What a great story. I read Macy's original ending but I think I like the new one even though I hope Erin's father had a change of heart. Great contrast in the wealth and social status in the characters Erin, Jesse and Pete but they all had hurts earlier in their lives and loved how Jesse came to know the Lord. Love all Macy's books I have read, such real characters and stories and highly recommend her and this book.
What a great story. I read Macy's original ending but I think I like the new one even though I hope Erin's father had a change of heart. Great contrast in the wealth and social status in the characters Erin, Jesse and Pete but they all had hurts earlier in their lives and loved how Jesse came to know the Lord. Love all Macy's books I have read, such real characters and stories and highly recommend her and this book.
December 8, 2022
Off the rails ( pun intended) . . .
Lacy did it again with Counterfeit Cowboy! Her characters may be fictitious, but they become fiends of the heart.
I couldn't wait to open my book and read Pete's shenanigans, Jesse's suspicions of the young lad, and Erin's kindness touch not only these two but a young family in need of her kindness.
People do change when Christ is given the gift of your heart into His hands.
Thank you, Lacy! Onto book #3!
Lacy did it again with Counterfeit Cowboy! Her characters may be fictitious, but they become fiends of the heart.
I couldn't wait to open my book and read Pete's shenanigans, Jesse's suspicions of the young lad, and Erin's kindness touch not only these two but a young family in need of her kindness.
People do change when Christ is given the gift of your heart into His hands.
Thank you, Lacy! Onto book #3!
February 27, 2021
With God we can turn our lives around.
Heartwarming story of a Boston socialite and a conman recently released from jail meeting in an unorthodox way at the train station. Erin's compassion and generosity was something he'd never known. She had a peace he wanted. What would it take to get that peace? Great read!
Received a free copy from author in return for this, my honest review.
Heartwarming story of a Boston socialite and a conman recently released from jail meeting in an unorthodox way at the train station. Erin's compassion and generosity was something he'd never known. She had a peace he wanted. What would it take to get that peace? Great read!
Received a free copy from author in return for this, my honest review.
February 19, 2022
ebook
She’s leaving home to go to her brother in Wyoming, it’s a long train ride for an unescorted woman. He’s recently been released from prison and is trying to go straight but needs money. Then a pickpocket, a young boy, sees the young woman. This is the start of a journey that will change all three and lead to a new family unit.
She’s leaving home to go to her brother in Wyoming, it’s a long train ride for an unescorted woman. He’s recently been released from prison and is trying to go straight but needs money. Then a pickpocket, a young boy, sees the young woman. This is the start of a journey that will change all three and lead to a new family unit.
September 14, 2022
Counterfeit Cowboy Review
Lacy Williams I love your books. The stories and characters are so interesting. You really don’t know what’s going to happen until you read on. Thank you for the scripture and Christen Values. Reading your books helps me in my daily life while enjoying your historical tales.
Lacy Williams I love your books. The stories and characters are so interesting. You really don’t know what’s going to happen until you read on. Thank you for the scripture and Christen Values. Reading your books helps me in my daily life while enjoying your historical tales.
November 20, 2022
Well done!
The story is unabashedly Christian. It focuses on Jesse. The other characters seem to be there to encourage or discourage him or to display his character growth. He is sure of his talents and skills, but not of his worth. He displays so many good qualities, but only sees his past sins.
The story is unabashedly Christian. It focuses on Jesse. The other characters seem to be there to encourage or discourage him or to display his character growth. He is sure of his talents and skills, but not of his worth. He displays so many good qualities, but only sees his past sins.
April 13, 2023
Original ending was better
Enjoyed the book although it was a bit slow at time. Good plot. I don’t understand why the author changed the ending. I read both, and feel the original ending was much better. The new ending just doesn’t tie it all up very well and feels incomplete.
Enjoyed the book although it was a bit slow at time. Good plot. I don’t understand why the author changed the ending. I read both, and feel the original ending was much better. The new ending just doesn’t tie it all up very well and feels incomplete.
July 8, 2024
Loved the settings
Not sure how the author pulled it off, but this fabulous novel was set about seventy percent on trains. I am not particularly a train enthusiast, but the descriptions of not only the train but having to stop for meals and have basically pull out sleeper cars was fascinating. And the characters were so likable, this story simply flowed from beginning to end.
Not sure how the author pulled it off, but this fabulous novel was set about seventy percent on trains. I am not particularly a train enthusiast, but the descriptions of not only the train but having to stop for meals and have basically pull out sleeper cars was fascinating. And the characters were so likable, this story simply flowed from beginning to end.
May 8, 2025
Erin is frustrated with her father whose treated her like a sick child even when she's 20 years old. Without her father's permission Erin decides to visit her brother in Omaha. As she reaches the train terminal she meets Jessie, who just got out of jail. Together they change and help each other grow and fall in love.
January 20, 2019
Fantastic Book
This is a very interesting book to read. The status of a person should not define who you are. It is what is in your heart that makes who you are. This book says it all. The first ending was better than the one in the book I don't understand why it was changed.
This is a very interesting book to read. The status of a person should not define who you are. It is what is in your heart that makes who you are. This book says it all. The first ending was better than the one in the book I don't understand why it was changed.
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