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Bachelor List Matches #1
The Texan's Inherited Family
A Father in the Making
Busy Texas farmer Quinn Tucker is used to raising crops, not children. So when four nieces and nephews are left in his care, it's not long before he realizes they need a mother. But his search for a wife leads to the least likely woman for illiterate Quinn—schoolmarm Helen McKenna.
City girl Helen has been told she'll never have children—and, it seems, a husband. So she jumps at the chance to be a mother to Quinn's little family. Though he is far from her image of an ideal husband, maybe a marriage in name will blossom into something more…
Bachelor List Matches: A hand-picked bride for every bachelor in small-town Texas
Busy Texas farmer Quinn Tucker is used to raising crops, not children. So when four nieces and nephews are left in his care, it's not long before he realizes they need a mother. But his search for a wife leads to the least likely woman for illiterate Quinn—schoolmarm Helen McKenna.
City girl Helen has been told she'll never have children—and, it seems, a husband. So she jumps at the chance to be a mother to Quinn's little family. Though he is far from her image of an ideal husband, maybe a marriage in name will blossom into something more…
Bachelor List Matches: A hand-picked bride for every bachelor in small-town Texas
288 pages, Mass Market Paperback
First published March 1, 2015
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About the author
Noelle Marchand
31 books123 followersNoelle Marchand's love of literature began as a child when she would spend hours reading beneath the covers long after she was supposed to be asleep. Over the years, God began prompting her to write. Eventually, those stories became like "fire shut up in her bones" leading her to complete her first novel at fifteen.
Noelle is a Houston-native who graduated from Houston Baptist University in May 2012. She received bachelors degree in Mass Communication with a focus in journalism and Speech Communication.
Noelle is a Houston-native who graduated from Houston Baptist University in May 2012. She received bachelors degree in Mass Communication with a focus in journalism and Speech Communication.
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August 22, 2019
I just loved the setting in Peppin Texas, it felt like such a tight knit community, I just couldn’t help but want to be a part of. The plot kept me engaged from the very beginning to the very end. It was a fast read for sure!
The issue I had with the book was the “twist” closer to the end... I wasn’t a fan of it, I didn’t like how the story took a turn after that plot twist , it was unnecessary. I felt that the story would’ve been just as good, (perhaps better,) without it taking that turn. Had a decent ending which is what saved it from getting a lower rating.
The issue I had with the book was the “twist” closer to the end... I wasn’t a fan of it, I didn’t like how the story took a turn after that plot twist , it was unnecessary. I felt that the story would’ve been just as good, (perhaps better,) without it taking that turn. Had a decent ending which is what saved it from getting a lower rating.
June 16, 2017
The best part of this "marriage of convenience" story is that though Helen and Quinn hide things from each other initially (in order to best serve their "family" of Quinn's inherited nieces and nephews), their secrets come out at appropriate times. It makes their decision to love each other pack more of a punch, and leads to a charming conclusion.
March 28, 2020
Lovely story!
June 29, 2022
Nice Christian novel. Simple and wholesome for a change. Love story is the heart of it.
August 30, 2021
☆SUCH A BLESSING☆
This book made me cry in a good way. Both characters feel flawed and unworthy of love and go on a journey of self-discovery to find God's redeeming love through the blessing of marriage. Very rich and rewarding read.
I purchased this book and all opinions are mine alone.
NOTE THAT THIS SERIES IS PRECEDED BY ANOTHER SERIES WHOSE CHARACTERS INTERTWINE.
Bachelor List Matches Series
The Texan's Courtship Lessons 2015
The Texan's Engagement Agreement 2016
RELATED SERIES: The O’Brien Family Saga
Unlawfully Wedded Bride 2011
The Runaway Bride 2012
A Texas-Made Match 2013
This book made me cry in a good way. Both characters feel flawed and unworthy of love and go on a journey of self-discovery to find God's redeeming love through the blessing of marriage. Very rich and rewarding read.
I purchased this book and all opinions are mine alone.
NOTE THAT THIS SERIES IS PRECEDED BY ANOTHER SERIES WHOSE CHARACTERS INTERTWINE.
Bachelor List Matches Series
The Texan's Courtship Lessons 2015
The Texan's Engagement Agreement 2016
RELATED SERIES: The O’Brien Family Saga
Unlawfully Wedded Bride 2011
The Runaway Bride 2012
A Texas-Made Match 2013
March 30, 2015
This story will stay with me for a long time! Even when I wasn't readying the book, I kept thinking of it! The characters were so real to me and I couldn't stop thinking of them. I had to finish the book so I just put aside things I needed to do and finished it in 2 days! It touched something in my soul. The main character, Quinn, "inherits" his brothers 4 children when his brother and his new wife supposedly died on their honeymoon. Quinn is a single farmer and was raised by a grandmother who wasn't very good at certain things herself so Quinn really doesn't have a clue at how to raise kids! He has a lot of love for them though and realizes, after having them awhile that the best things would be to marry a woman so they could have a mother. So many times I wanted to jump into the book and hug Quinn! He's such an adorable and lovable character! However, due to the way he's been raised, he doesn't know a lot of things about God's love and thinks he has to EARN privileges. He promises God if he just gets a wife, he'll work every day to be worthy of her but he wont ask for anything else, including her love! A marriage in name only! He marries Helen, the schoolteacher, who happens to be a wealthy & beautiful woman from a big city --- but she's hiding a big secret and she marries Quinn for her own reason. She, on the other hand, is hoping for love to come out of this marriage some day. These two wounded souls have some of the most touching, heartbreaking experiences together, but also some of the most amazing. As I said, I couldn't put it down! I loved the book, as I have previous books by this author! Can't wait for more books now!
June 17, 2015
Loved It
Story of two young people,both thinking that they are not good enough. Quinn doesn't think he is good enough for Helen because he cannot read and write. Helen think she is damaged because she cannot have children. Quinn need a wife to help him raise his nieces and nephews when his brother and his wife dies. Helen agrees to this marriage because she feels this is her only way to be a mother. No one is too damaged for God's help. Great story of love,family, and friends.
Story of two young people,both thinking that they are not good enough. Quinn doesn't think he is good enough for Helen because he cannot read and write. Helen think she is damaged because she cannot have children. Quinn need a wife to help him raise his nieces and nephews when his brother and his wife dies. Helen agrees to this marriage because she feels this is her only way to be a mother. No one is too damaged for God's help. Great story of love,family, and friends.
July 15, 2015
I love this series, I love this town, the Bachelor list, and I loved this story!! It touched my heart and left me pondering on the things I think about myself, the ways I consider myself broken or damaged or undeserving... And how silly it is when I have the unconditional love from my Father in Heaven. I loved this marriage of convenience story. I loved watching the characters learn to let go. To love. To be loved.
This author has a way with words that is for sure. I am ever so grateful I picked this from the many Love Inspired books that call my name. Just what I needed.
This author has a way with words that is for sure. I am ever so grateful I picked this from the many Love Inspired books that call my name. Just what I needed.
April 11, 2015
A sweet, Christian historical romance with just enough twists to keep you interested, I really enjoyed this one. The main character, Helen, is a teacher, and that part of the story seemed very realistic. The way she cared about, and related to, children was heartwarming. Noelle Marchand's writing style is an enjoyable one to me; I seem to really enter into the story a little more than with some writers. I will continue to watch for her books, and this one is definitely recommended.
May 5, 2015
The Texan's Inherited Family by Noelle Marchand was a very good book. Helen McKenna was told she couldn't have children after a riding accident. She becomes a school teacher in a small town. Meets Quinn Tucker who is taking care of four small children when told his bother and wife were killed. This story had lots of twist and turns in it. A very good read.
May 7, 2016
I didn't realize *how* religious this book would be (I didn't even know it was Christian fiction at first, since I just grabbed it off the donation pile at work.) Christian fiction really isn't my cup of tea, but the characters were likable (although Quinn's self-deprecation got tiresome after a while), and the kids were pretty cute. 3 stars.
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January 12, 2016"Marchand outdoes herself with the moving story of two individuals who mistakenly believe they are not worthy, but who find acceptance and love with each other" (RT Book Reviews, 4 1/2 stars).
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August 14, 2015
Adorable. I can't get over it with this book! I loved Quinn and Helen. Too cute. It was so much fun watching them get all excited about the things they wanted to happen (not going to spoil what xD). Now I'm excited to dig into the next book!
March 29, 2015
A sweet old fashioned love story with very naive characters. A little hard to believe in this modern day and age, but a pleasant read nonetheless.
March 23, 2015
love it!
March 23, 2015
I have read all of Noelle Marchand titles & have always been a delightful adventure.
April 12, 2015
4.5 stars
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