Saving Sarah

by Kara O'Neal

Sarah Kerry's world is shattered when a man from her past, Liam Devlin, shows up with proof that, if shared, would send her father to the noose. In order to keep Liam quiet, she must break her young courtship with Michael Lonnigan and marry Liam instead.

Michael is crushed and angry when Sarah abruptly ends their courtship, but he knows something isn’t right. He's seen the new man hanging around the Kerry family and believes the man is blackmailing the woman Michael loves. Unwilling to let her go, Michael will do whatever it takes to save Sarah and make her his own.

77 pages, ebook

First published September 17, 2014

About the author

Kara O'Neal was born and raised in Texas. She loves reading, writing, and spending time with her family. (She also spends way too much time on her Netflix account!)

Reviews

[Linda Carroll-Bradd · Rating 5 out of 5]

Although the length is short, the story bursts with emotion. What is more heartbreaking than not being with the one you love? Ms. O’Neal provides an impossible situation thwarting young people who want desperately to plan a future but a major issue stands in their way. Michael is a great hero, supportive and protective of Sarah’s needs. Sarah is loyal and loving to her family. Wonderful characterizations (including the secondary characters) swept me into their trauma and I needed to know how their problem would be resolved. A great start to a western historical series.

[Moona · Rating 5 out of 5]

Kara O’Neal’s Saving Sarah, a prequel in the Pikes Run Series, delivers a gripping tale of love, sacrifice, and resilience in the face of blackmail. Sarah Kerry’s life takes a heartbreaking turn when Liam Devlin reappears, armed with damning evidence that threatens her family. To protect her father, Sarah is forced to sever ties with her beloved Michael Lonnigan, agreeing to marry Liam instead.

The novella masterfully captures the tension of Sarah’s predicament and the strength of Michael’s unwavering devotion. O’Neal’s vivid depiction of small-town dynamics and richly drawn characters makes the stakes feel personal and intense. Michael’s determination to uncover the truth and save Sarah is both heroic and heartwarming, making their love story deeply satisfying.

At just 77 pages, Saving Sarah is a quick yet impactful read, packed with emotional depth and suspense. It’s a must-read for fans of historical romance and high-stakes drama.