Mama's Bible

Oregon Trail #1

by Mildred Colvin

Running from the Law. Leaving everything behind. What more is there to lose?On the Oregon Trail in 1850, Katie Donovan soon learns she has much to lose, but even more to gain.Clay Monroe is ready to marry and vows he will win Katie's heart before they reach Oregon. His proposal has her head and her heart spinning.Jason Barnett is attracted to Katie, but her rebellion against God keeps him from pursuing her. As he grows closer to her and her family, can he turn away once they reach the land of their dreams?Cross the wilderness with Katie as she travels The Oregon Trail.Christian historical inspirational Romance

Genres: Historical Fiction, Christian Fiction

246 pages, Kindle Edition

First published January 1, 2012

About the author

Mildred Colvin has been writing sweet inspirational romance since 2001, and is an award-winning author of eighteen novels in both historical and contemporary themes. She is a member of American Christian Fiction Writers, and is active in two very special critique groups. She is also active in her church and enjoys special times with her husband, children, and grandchildren. Her hobbies, when she has time, include quilting, photography, and gardening. Of course, reading is more than a hobby. It’s a way of life. Mother of Jonathan Colvin

Also writes under the name M.J. Conner

Reviews

[Ingrid · Rating 5 out of 5]

Running from the Law. Leaving everything behind. What more is there to lose?

Katie Donovan soon learns she has much to lose, but even more to gain on the long journey to Oregon in 1850.

Two men vie for Katie's affection. Clay Monroe is ready to marry and vows he will win Katie's heart before they reach Oregon. His proposal has her head and her heart spinning.

Jason Barnett is attracted to Katie, but her rebellion against God keeps him from pursuing her. As he grows closer to her and her family, can he turn away once they reach the land of their dreams?

Cross the wilderness with Katie as she travels The Oregon TrailRunning from the Law. Leaving everything behind. What more is there to lose?

Katie Donovan soon learns she has much to lose, but even more to gain on the long journey to Oregon in 1850.

Two men vie for Katie's affection. Clay Monroe is ready to marry and vows he will win Katie's heart before they reach Oregon. His proposal has her head and her heart spinning.

Jason Barnett is attracted to Katie, but her rebellion against God keeps him from pursuing her. As he grows closer to her and her family, can he turn away once they reach the land of their dreams?

Cross the wilderness with Katie as she travels The Oregon Trail.
I liked the Book and can't wait for Book 2 in the Series, Katie was such an Inspiration. I also leaned a lot reading about the Oregon Trail. Them Pioneers sure was a special and hard working People. You will love this Book.

[Sarah · Rating 2 out of 5]

I'm not a religious person but I love Oregon Trail stories so I thought I would give it a try.

The characters are stock characters. You have the sweet girl who has strained from her faith. Her devout, sweet best friend, a drunkard father, bad boy love interest and a good guy Love interest/ hero who loves to pray! Honestly the character are all used to push the "this is a novel about how much you need Jesus" angle, and it got annoying fast. Each of them were very one dimensional, even their pain was less that believable, it centered around the idea that no one an be a good person without being extremely devout. At one point the "best friend" even says she can't love a guy because he isn't a Christian, give me a break.

I didn't like the authors idea of faith either, I thought it was very single sided, but that's a personal thought.

The chapters were jumpy and unorganized, the romance bland.

If you aren't religious, skip it, the by amount of religion in it is overbearing and in the end unpleasant.

If you are however you may love the book, it's really a personal preference.

[Anita · Rating 3 out of 5]

The dangers, adventures, and struggles of travel west in a wagon train are a wonderful background for young romance to blossum. As Katie loses family members, she sees her need of a Savior. Would love to read more of this series.

[Sherry Watson · Rating 4 out of 5]

Great book with sweet characters. A fast read that will tug at your heartstrings. I can't wait to read the next one!

[Skeeter Jorgensen · Rating 5 out of 5]

Good historical novel of the old west, wagon trains and hardships. I liked it very much.

[MommaNeena · Rating 3 out of 5]

Didn't love it but enjoyed the story. Not enough depth to the characters and loved ones dying left and right, seemingly disproportionate to the many characters in the story.

[Paula · Rating 4 out of 5]

Enjoyed reading of pioneers moving west. Good Christian adventure and romance

[Claudia · Rating 3 out of 5]

It was ok, but didn't have me hooked completely. Lacked that "I can't put it down" feeling.

[Frannie · Rating 3 out of 5]

Mostly good

A nice story, just a little too much “ accepting Christ” “ going home” and other religious expressions that aren’t really scriptural.

[Cindy B. Murphy · Rating 5 out of 5]

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It was an excellent read..Very descriptive of life on a wagon train the good the bad and the not so easy relationships formed among the settlers. It was very inspiring and heart trending, however, all ended as well as ever due to people giving their lives to Christ and beginning to put HIS will before their own. I just love. Christian fiction and this was a five star for sure.

[Janice M Blakey · Rating 4 out of 5]

I liked how Biblical principles and scripture were used throughout the story.

The story gives the reader a small glimpse of the hardships that faced the pioneers who trekked across the country to settle the West. It is easy to see how maturity needed to come at an early age for these settlers.

[Terri Griffith · Rating 5 out of 5]

I loved this book a little slow in places but very detailed.

[Celia Mcdanel-hall · Rating 4 out of 5]

The author could have left some of the private prayers out. They made it a little cheesy. Other than that, it is a real emotional, feel good kind of story.

[Ron Ray · Rating 3 out of 5]

Very good story with a spiritual application.

[Mary Anderson · Rating 4 out of 5]

I liked this book. Great story, and realistic. Safe and wholesome.

[Glmomich · Rating 4 out of 5]

Really enjoyed this book. The Author drew you in and you experienced the challenges, loses, hopes, fears and hopefulness of the characters. Looking forward to reading the next book.

[Dianne Sidebottom · Rating 5 out of 5]

I really liked this story...facing adventures, changes, circumstances n environment that can be hard.

[Julie · Rating 3 out of 5]

Cute story and easy read for a rainy afternoon. I look forward to reading the next book.

[Margaret Boehm · Rating 4 out of 5]

Good novel but nothing special

[🌹Lisa June Sanders🌹 · Rating 5 out of 5]

Awesome story, can't wait to read book 2!

[Naomi Martinez]

Heart warming story

I enjoyed every bit of this wonderful book. The struggles of these pioneers lives were easy to imagine as they describe the loss of loved ones and the love of God that pulls them throughout their journey.