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Orphan Train Brides
Become a bride or lose her children! Two sisters must risk everything to save five orphans from a fate they know too well.
Merry and Polly Bird know firsthand the heartbreak of being unwanted or mistreated after arriving on an orphan train. Now adults, they’re determined to protect five quirky, lovable children from a similar fate. By using their positions to record adoptions, the sisters secretly rescue the children least likely to find loving homes and bring them to their Mockingbird boarding house.
The children thrive under Merry and Polly’s care—until the Children’s Protection Society discovers the truth. Single women aren’t allowed to adopt, and the sisters are given just five days to find suitable husbands or risk losing their new family and home.
With time running out, Merry and Polly must trust their hearts and find partners who will help them protect the children they love. Can they build the family they’ve always dreamed of, or will the past repeat itself?
Perfect for readers who love western historical romance, orphan train stories, found family romance, marriage of convenience tales, strong heroine stories, small town romance, and uplifting tales of hope and second chances.
Merry and Polly Bird know firsthand the heartbreak of being unwanted or mistreated after arriving on an orphan train. Now adults, they’re determined to protect five quirky, lovable children from a similar fate. By using their positions to record adoptions, the sisters secretly rescue the children least likely to find loving homes and bring them to their Mockingbird boarding house.
The children thrive under Merry and Polly’s care—until the Children’s Protection Society discovers the truth. Single women aren’t allowed to adopt, and the sisters are given just five days to find suitable husbands or risk losing their new family and home.
With time running out, Merry and Polly must trust their hearts and find partners who will help them protect the children they love. Can they build the family they’ve always dreamed of, or will the past repeat itself?
Perfect for readers who love western historical romance, orphan train stories, found family romance, marriage of convenience tales, strong heroine stories, small town romance, and uplifting tales of hope and second chances.
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First published January 1, 2019
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Caroline Clemmons
139 books383 followersThrough a crazy twist of fate, Caroline Clemmons was not born on a Texas ranch. To make up for this tragic error, she writes about handsome cowboys, feisty ranch women, and scheming villains in a small office her family calls her pink cave. She and her Hero live in North Central Texas cowboy country where they ride herd on their rescued cats and dogs. The books she creates there have made her an Amazon bestselling author and won several awards. Find her on her blog, website, Facebook, Twitter, Goodreads, Google+, and Pinterest.
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January 22, 2021
Orphan Train Brides
I Loved both books about Merry ,Polly and the children from the Orphan Train they were determined to make sure these children didn't suffer the same fate they had and would protect them no matter the cost too them ! But thank God He Guided them too the Right Husbands! I recommend 18 and up .
I Loved both books about Merry ,Polly and the children from the Orphan Train they were determined to make sure these children didn't suffer the same fate they had and would protect them no matter the cost too them ! But thank God He Guided them too the Right Husbands! I recommend 18 and up .
March 18, 2023
Orphan Train Brides
What two enjoyable books under one cover! I love the sweet storyline in each one and how they are connected. There's a wonderful cast of characters, main and secondary, especially the adorable and cute children. The ending is very satisfying and happy. JudyE
What two enjoyable books under one cover! I love the sweet storyline in each one and how they are connected. There's a wonderful cast of characters, main and secondary, especially the adorable and cute children. The ending is very satisfying and happy. JudyE
May 24, 2020
I enjoyed reading about Merry and Polly Bird and their brothers. The couple that adopted them was mean to them.
January 10, 2023
Great reads!!!! I love them both!!
August 2, 2019
Having lived a horrific life as adopted orphans to some farmers, Merry and Polly Bird decided no orphans would be mistreated or left behind without a family that cared for them. They were single, not eligible to adopt children, BUT, they sort of manipulated the paperwork so they could save five children from returning to the orphanage and bring them into their home. It worked for awhile until the legal heads of the orphanage discovered the two were not married. They could not have these children they loved so much. These stories are wonderful and it’s an interesting concept to have the orphan train, adult orphans and now little children to begin the cycle of finding happiness and homes. I enjoyed this book and the only problem I had was my own mind in that I did become a bit overwhelmed with the number of names used throughout the story-line. There’s a lot going on so you won’t get bored by the book and I recommend the story for all those who love orphan books with an HEA.
August 18, 2019
Sisters with a plan.
Orphans adopted by a cruel husband and wife treated cruelly and finally grown and on their own. Now afraid of other orphans having the same fate, decided to adopt 5 children even though not married. Their plan fell through but they loved the children and didn't want to lose them. The adoption man said only if they found husbands could they keep the children. Twists and turns
Orphans adopted by a cruel husband and wife treated cruelly and finally grown and on their own. Now afraid of other orphans having the same fate, decided to adopt 5 children even though not married. Their plan fell through but they loved the children and didn't want to lose them. The adoption man said only if they found husbands could they keep the children. Twists and turns
September 1, 2019
Abused Orphans
Sisters by adoption come to the rescue of orphans who might be mistreated because of their appearance. Merry and Polly had it ruff when they were adopted and didn't want the children on the orphan train to fall into the same sircomestance. This leads to some challenges to overcome so they can keep the children they adopted.
Sisters by adoption come to the rescue of orphans who might be mistreated because of their appearance. Merry and Polly had it ruff when they were adopted and didn't want the children on the orphan train to fall into the same sircomestance. This leads to some challenges to overcome so they can keep the children they adopted.
July 24, 2019
Well done
Loved the story and how the two sisters overcame their difficulties. Orphans overcoming such difficulties to live fulfilling happy lives.
Loved the story and how the two sisters overcame their difficulties. Orphans overcoming such difficulties to live fulfilling happy lives.
July 27, 2019
Happy Every after.
Good heart warming story’s of sisters in heart by others mothers.
Read the story of how two Orphans lives change others people lives.
Good heart warming story’s of sisters in heart by others mothers.
Read the story of how two Orphans lives change others people lives.
July 30, 2019
Great stories
I thoroughly enjoyed these books! Great characters, dialogue, and environment descriptions draw you right into this lovely, endearing romance. Enjoy 👍👍👍💜
I thoroughly enjoyed these books! Great characters, dialogue, and environment descriptions draw you right into this lovely, endearing romance. Enjoy 👍👍👍💜
August 18, 2019
Very sweet...
I did enjoy this book. Worth the read. I liked the sisters stories. Great ending. I will be reading more from this author.
I did enjoy this book. Worth the read. I liked the sisters stories. Great ending. I will be reading more from this author.
October 13, 2019
Heart warming!
Loved these heart warming stories very much. The love and strong family connections. The willingness to do whatever it takes! Highly recommend!
Loved these heart warming stories very much. The love and strong family connections. The willingness to do whatever it takes! Highly recommend!
October 23, 2019
Delightful story!
Rescuing orphans was of paramount importance to Merry and Polly because of their horrible treatment by a couple who adopted them. Quick marriage worked!
Rescuing orphans was of paramount importance to Merry and Polly because of their horrible treatment by a couple who adopted them. Quick marriage worked!
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