Mail-Order Deception: Inspirational Mail-Order Husband Romance

by Karla Gracey

There's loyalty... and then there's love. Which will triumph when the chips are down?Jane has always been shy and quiet, but she’s gaining confidence in her abilities as a dressmaker, and she’s ready to take on new challenges. She’d love nothing more than to have a husband and children to complete the picture, so when she’s dared to place an ad in the paper, she does it… much to everyone’s surprise.

Bookkeeper Mark doesn’t really want a wife. He’s been burnt before, but he thinks he should have a family, so when he sees Jane’s ad, he begins writing. But he’s shy too, and when she comes to New York to purchase dressmaking fabric, he sends his twin brother, Peter, to meet her in his stead.

As soon as Peter and Jane meet, the stars collide and their whole story changes. They fall for each other immediately… The only problem is, Jane believes that Peter is Mark, and when their relationship is confined to letters again, she can’t understand why he seems so different on paper. She doesn’t love the Mark who writes to her… She loves the Mark who talks to her.

Peter is stuck… He can’t betray his brother, but can he really betray his heart when it’s so clearly telling him that Jane is his love?

The deception can’t go on forever, but how can Peter tell Jane who he really is? Doing so could lose him both of them…

Eagle Creek is never without a new tale of love and heartache, and this one will have you gripped immediately. Lose yourself in a story thick with deception and longing, and hold your breath as you wait to see if love truly can find its way to the surface.

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Genres: Amazon, Historical Romance, Historical

416 pages, Kindle Edition

Published August 27, 2023

About the author

Karla Gracey was born with a very creative imagination and a love for creating stories that will inspire and warm people's hearts. She has always been attracted to historical romance including mail order bride stories with strong willed women. Her characters are easy to relate to and you feel as if you know them personally. Whether you enjoy action, adventure, romance, mystery, suspense or drama- she makes sure there is something for everyone in her historical romance stories!

Reviews

[Sherrie · Rating 5 out of 5]

This series is one of my very favorite, and when a new one comes out I am thrilled to have it to read! This is the story of Jane, a resident of Eagle Creek, and Mark and Peter, from New York. Mark and Peter are twins. Peter is very outgoing and has a shipping business. Mark is an accountant, very shy, and loves to be left alone. But Mark thinks he should have a wife, someone to "be there", cook and clean for him, and take care of him. Yes, he is very egocentric! Jane loves her life in Eagle Creek, but yearns for the relationships her friends have. She feels that she is too plain for any man to look at as a romantic partner. But she does respond to Mark's ad in the matrimonial times. Mark writes to her and she responds. But when it comes to meeting in person, he convinces Peter to meet her, pretending to be Mark. A lie is never a good place to start a relationship. This is such an excellent read, I loved everything about it. Can hardly wait for the next one! I received an advanced reading copy of this book in return for my honest review.

[J.E. Grace · Rating 5 out of 5]

The story starts off in 1884, in Texas. Jane Brown, an orphan turns 16 and works as a housekeeper when she leaves. Cook becomes her close friend and so does Marianne, the lady of the house. When Marianne gets married and moves to Eagle Creek, Montana, Jane moves to be with her. Once Jane is settled in, she takes a job working as a dressmaker for Mrs. Albert and then moves into her own small house. Jane thinks she is doing well by herself but gets talked into answering an ad for a wife in the newspaper.

There were some funny moments, some intense surprises, and a sweet ending. Great characters, a surprising deception, forgiveness, and a sweet romance. This is my favorite book from Karla Gracey and highly recommend it.

I received a complimentary copy from the publisher and a positive review was not required. All opinions are my own.

[Lynda · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is another of the Eagle Creek books although it is a good story it was harder for me to get into Jane's story. The twin brothers that change places wasn't as fun in adulthood as I am sure was fun for them as children cause a lot of hurt. Mark starts the letter writing but is a very one dimensional person and when Jane meets Mark (Peter) he is totally different. Peter is surprised how much he likes this young woman especially since he made a vow after being left at the altar that he would never love again. Surprises in store for the both of them. They also live on opposite sides of the country which is also a problem. When the truth is revealed Jane is hurt, disappointed, and decides she would rather be alone. Lots of grand gestures make the difference for the couple that find their way to love. I received an ARC for this story and this is my review.

[D'anah · Rating 5 out of 5]

Inspiring

I really enjoyed these stories. They are clean, thoughtful, challenging, and always have a great ending. There are quite a few moments when you can learn something, by asking yourself "what would i have done here?!" I love Cable Poole, Wilbur, Cook, and Peter. They are outstanding individuals who care for others as well as their own lives and prospects. I always admire those that do what can be done to improve other people's lives. This book has that too. Inspiring.
All of that in a really satisfying read.
Would like to read the whole series if it's like the last two books have read recently.

[Rhonda Sledge · Rating 5 out of 5]

What a wonderful addition to the Eagle Creek series. Jane has been introduced to us in the previous books but now she gets a book of her own. Who knew that placing an ad in the Matrimonial Times would shake up her quiet little world so much? The author does an excellent job of introducing the characters as well as their thought processes and emotions. She spins a story with so many twists and turns that it's impossible to stop at the end of the chapter! I received an advance copy of this book but I thoroughly enjoyed it and I'm looking forward to the next book in this series.

[Rowena Winfrey · Rating 5 out of 5]

Mail Order Deception is Enchanting

Sweet seamstress Jane Brown longs for a family, a husband and children of her own. Following a suggestion from her friend Marianne, she places a matrimony ad in newspapers. What happens is a true testimony to the Shakespeare quote " The course of true love never did run smooth. The characters are delightful, the plot is intriguing, and you will not regret the time spent in reading this book!!! Looking forward to the rest of the books in this series!

[Stephanie Mauk · Rating 5 out of 5]

I received this book at no charge from the publisher in exchange for an advanced read through. This book was so well written. The storyline flowed so well. I love when side characters from previous books in a series get their own HEA storyline and the author did not disappoint. This book had so many twists and turns and side stories I wondered how it wound end right till the very sweet end. Such a great book you will want to add it to your collection!

[Ellen · Rating 5 out of 5]

Mail order deception from Karla Gracey is a well-written clean mail order bride romance based on Christian principles. The book is part of the Eagle creek brides series. The story is well-crafted and reads enjoyably. The characters are true to life and you get to know them well. What I like about the series is that you keep running into people from previous volumes. Which gives you a hime coming feeling. I fell in love with this series

[Margie · Rating 5 out of 5]

Stories with twins always are among my favorites since I have twin nephews and great grandsons. I’m quite familiar with the tricks they can play. Mark and Peter don’t enter the deception with bad intentions, they are just so opposite in personalities they almost make a whole between themselves. Just like Peter, we know that nothing good will come from the deception or did it? I really l loved this story and how the characters grow and mature.

[Melody Tregear · Rating 3 out of 5]

Enjoyable read

The character of Mark comes across as being borderline autistic. Either that or he is a very self-centered individual. Personally I'm not sure about the idea of falling in love when you meet someone. I suppose it happens but I find it hard to believe. Apart from that this was a clean read and fairly enjoyable, despite some strange curve balls along the way. But overall, not bad. Enjoy!

[Kathy · Rating 5 out of 5]

I thoroughly enjoyed this story and the return to Eagle Creek. Jane and Peter brought out the best in each other. Mark was too set in his ways and thinking to be the kind of spouse that Jane needed. It was exciting to find out how Peter was able to repair the misunderstandings caused by his brother, especially with the twists and turns that occurred along the way.

[ReadingWench · Rating 5 out of 5]

Another great book in the Eagle Creek series. Karla Gracely does another fabulous job bringing the people of Eagle Creek alive. You can always count on her for a well-written story, wonderful characters, and an exciting plot. There is always a bit of suspense, romance, and a look back at other characters, and she leaves you wanting to hear more about this town.

[Jean Hines · Rating 5 out of 5]

Awesome read, not you average mail order bride book

I very much enjoyed this book. It grabbed me from the beginning and kept my interest all the way through. I loved that it was not a run of the mill book. Lots of twists and turns in relationships. I may even read it again sometime. Thanks for the good read.

[Kat]

free book
she grew up in orphange
when she was 16 she got a job with a family
then moved from tx to another state
she was dress maker
she wanted a family so put a ad in the paper for a mail order husband

2 brothers, one left at alter decided he would never marry . his ship was missing at sea and he did not have it fully insured
his brother decided to answer a ad for mail order husband

[Mary Edith · Rating 5 out of 5]

mail order deception

Beautiful story! Very telling what a little deception can do in our lives. Jane handled the deception so well and filled with love to bring the brothers back together.

[Frances Frizzell · Rating 5 out of 5]

Mail order deception

I can't say I disliked any of this book. I can say Kara Tracey is now on my list of favorite authors! Anyone that might like a book about early Montana woven with history and romance from a different angle would enjoy this book,

[Frances Parham · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great book

This is a great book, it has a lot of suspense and surprising moments. The mail order husband is a great twist of trust, love and deception. I could hardly wait to finish reading, so I would know what happened. Keep up the great work Karla.

[cookie adams · Rating 5 out of 5]

Such a Sweet Story!

This book is a delightfully, well-told story with lots of twists and turns! It begins with very straight-forward chapters then the intrigue sets in. Many sub-plots with an interesting ending. Highly recommended.

[CONNIE BRUS · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great storyline

Loved the characters and the storyline. The people are really very intriguing and wonderful to get to know. The landscape comes alive with the telling of the story.

[Karen Torrance · Rating 5 out of 5]

mail-order deception

I liked the interaction between the letter writers and then between the actual people. Very good story that moved along smoothly. Highly recommend this book and will definitely read more from this author

[Audrey Starkey · Rating 5 out of 5]

absolutely amazing and delightful story

I truly found this book of the series inspirational and historical. There are so many people written into the story but it flows and is hard to put down.

This author is amazing

[Karlly · Rating 5 out of 5]

Best Book Yet in the Series

Loved the entire book, but Peter and his problems with his ship added a new layer of intrigue. Would have loved to hear more about the other villain Marsten though and punishment. I felt like giving Mark some slap therapy! Very good read.

[Delbora · Rating 5 out of 5]

What a story! This story is do very intriguing from the start and all throughout! It is such a new story and so good in the telling that I read it in one sitting.

[LaRae Galloway · Rating 5 out of 5]

Very enjoyable romance! Fun characters and really lovely story!

[Lynette · Rating 5 out of 5]

So good

This is a great book , I have read all so far , the more I read the more I want to read . So looking forward to the next book . Thank you so much for the wonderful books .

[Donna · Rating 5 out of 5]

great book

This was a great book. I love this author. I highly recommend this book and author. I can’t wait to read the next book by this author.

[vickie ray · Rating 5 out of 5]

I've read it twice

I love the story of twins Peter and Mark. Jane had to get over the deception the twins started. The book is entertaining and a joy to read

[Dorothey Thompson · Rating 5 out of 5]

I really enjoyed reading this story. It held my interest and was fun to read.

[Kandle Weaver · Rating 5 out of 5]

Human Nature

This book is wholesome and it shows and tells of the goodness of human nature. It has a twist that is surprising and sweet

[Marlyn G. · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great book, enjoyed the characters.