What do you think?
Rate this book
American Mail-Order Brides #50
Kitty: Bride of Hawaii
Kitty: Bride of Hawaii by Janelle Daniels is #50 in the unprecedented 50-Book American Mail-Order Brides series.
Kitty Jones agreed to become a mail-order bride in Hawaii to escape her killer, but when Warren Castle, sets eyes on her, he vows she’ll never marry anyone but him. When danger follows Kitty to her new home, Warren and Kitty must trust each other or risk losing everything.
Kitty Jones agreed to become a mail-order bride in Hawaii to escape her killer, but when Warren Castle, sets eyes on her, he vows she’ll never marry anyone but him. When danger follows Kitty to her new home, Warren and Kitty must trust each other or risk losing everything.
204 pages, Kindle Edition
Published January 7, 2016
90 people are currently reading
110 people want to read
Ratings & Reviews
Friends & Following
Create a free account to discover what your friends think of this book!
Community Reviews
Displaying 1 - 22 of 22 reviews
May 18, 2016
Very well done mail order bride story. I stayed up way too late finishing this one.
Content: Clean with a several instance of mild language
Source: Kindle Unlimited
Content: Clean with a several instance of mild language
Source: Kindle Unlimited
January 9, 2016
One of the best....
Amazing.....simply amazing.....This last bride book has one of the most erotic scenes in it without graphic sex! The storm scene. This is suspenseful and engaging and simply an outstanding read. I love Janelle Daniels writing and of the series there have been strong stories this is the most awesome read. I love stories of old hawaii especially James Michener's Hawaii ....I swear that Warren is related to Rafer Hoxworth the captain that stole my heart .....thank you
Amazing.....simply amazing.....This last bride book has one of the most erotic scenes in it without graphic sex! The storm scene. This is suspenseful and engaging and simply an outstanding read. I love Janelle Daniels writing and of the series there have been strong stories this is the most awesome read. I love stories of old hawaii especially James Michener's Hawaii ....I swear that Warren is related to Rafer Hoxworth the captain that stole my heart .....thank you
January 8, 2016
Good book..
It was a good book, in some places it was dragged out a lot of fillers. But other then that it was good I would definitely read more book by Janelle Daniels..
It was a good book, in some places it was dragged out a lot of fillers. But other then that it was good I would definitely read more book by Janelle Daniels..
January 16, 2016
Love it
Intrigue, romance, suspense and hope, laughter and raw human need. This writer grasped your soul and insisted on you learning what would become of the characters
Intrigue, romance, suspense and hope, laughter and raw human need. This writer grasped your soul and insisted on you learning what would become of the characters
January 16, 2020
Kitty has been hiding. Running and hiding. She was born illegitimate but her father loved her, cared for her. When he passed, that all changed. For some reason her half-brother wanted her dead. All she could do is hide. She had been at the factory 2 months went it burned down. She immediately agreed to becoming a mail order bride and sought the furthest place away, Hawaii. She traveled far to get to the coast and then took a boat to the island. On that boat is where she met Warren Castle. They couldn’t deny the attraction, the longing. But she was affianced to another. When she arrived, they were both heartbroken, but she had made a promise. Then she found out her fiancé had died. She still couldn’t turn to Warren. He was a businessman and of wealth and importance. Her illegitimacy would stand in the way. He agreed to hire her as his secretary while hoping he could slowly win her over. That changed quickly when her past and danger discovered where she was. He would do anything to protect her, his love.
It’s beautiful and sweet. A fantastic ending to this series!
It’s beautiful and sweet. A fantastic ending to this series!
June 15, 2019
The 51st book in the American Mail Order Brides series is wonderful. (The first book set up the series and is not dedicated to a state). This book could be standalone, but I read all the other books in the series in order. It's quite interesting to see how the culture was in Hawaii at the turn of the century, and the relationship between the two main characters is entertaining to see unfold. I don't typically care for plotlines that have antagonists that try to cause harm to characters but this was a compelling plat and very enjoyable.
August 1, 2020
Great story - unusual setting
I really like Janelle Daniels stories. This has well paced suspense, and good timing. It is a fairly quick read and yet satisfying. The characters are well developed and likable when appropriate. I read the last book of this series first because it was in Hawaii. I dont know if i want to get the other 50 books, I will be tempted.
I really like Janelle Daniels stories. This has well paced suspense, and good timing. It is a fairly quick read and yet satisfying. The characters are well developed and likable when appropriate. I read the last book of this series first because it was in Hawaii. I dont know if i want to get the other 50 books, I will be tempted.
June 17, 2022
A very good story!
I put off reading this book as Hawaii just didn't sound like a good storyline, instead it was among my favorite in this series! Couldn't help but wonder if she would inherit her brothers share? Beautiful story!
I put off reading this book as Hawaii just didn't sound like a good storyline, instead it was among my favorite in this series! Couldn't help but wonder if she would inherit her brothers share? Beautiful story!
August 24, 2017
Greed
Nice story, what money can do if you let it. Frederick 's greed made him vicious. Hard to believe, Not a pleasant way to die
Nice story, what money can do if you let it. Frederick 's greed made him vicious. Hard to believe, Not a pleasant way to die
Read
October 30, 2020Dnf
August 31, 2023
The past is in the past
When you experience true love, there is no fighting it. Though Kitty desperately tries to fight it, love wins in the end.
When you experience true love, there is no fighting it. Though Kitty desperately tries to fight it, love wins in the end.
February 28, 2017
Great story...
I enjoyed this story about the hardships of the young woman in this story. Janelle did a great job of telling of her romance and love.
I enjoyed this story about the hardships of the young woman in this story. Janelle did a great job of telling of her romance and love.
March 10, 2016
Kitty: Bride of Hawaii (American Mail-Order Bride #50)
By: Janelle Daniels
4/5 stars
Kitty has had an unconventional life. She is the illegitimate daughter of a billionaire railroad baron & a house maid. But her father loved her and didn’t automatically cast her out. He paid for her upbringing with nannies & governesses and later, also sent her to finishing school. Even though the schooling was almost useless, as she more than likely wouldn’t find an upper class husband with her illegitimate status. But nonetheless she was educated in how to run a household & plan parties and all the other things required by a wife of a man of position. But when her father dies, her older, legitimate half-brother tries to kill her, sending her on the run. She becomes a working woman and eventually loses her job in the factory fire. She knows that she needs to get as far away from her brother as possible, so she chooses a groom that lives and works in Hawaii, in hopes that her brother will give up.
Warren is the owner of a sugar plantation in Hawaii and frequently travels to San Francisco to do business and meet with his partner. Lately there has been pressure on him to marry, as it will be better for business. But he meets Kitty aboard one of the plantation’s ships sailing from San Francisco to Hawaii. After several interactions he’s determined to marry her, even though she is engaged to his foreman. Once he puts his mind to something, he always accomplishes it and marrying Kitty is no different.
Kitty is attracted to Warren and has built a connection with him during their days on the ocean. But she knows that even though they are well-matched in most all aspects that he is still head and shoulders above her station because of her illegitimacy. But Warren does not care and will not be deterred.
By: Janelle Daniels
4/5 stars
Kitty has had an unconventional life. She is the illegitimate daughter of a billionaire railroad baron & a house maid. But her father loved her and didn’t automatically cast her out. He paid for her upbringing with nannies & governesses and later, also sent her to finishing school. Even though the schooling was almost useless, as she more than likely wouldn’t find an upper class husband with her illegitimate status. But nonetheless she was educated in how to run a household & plan parties and all the other things required by a wife of a man of position. But when her father dies, her older, legitimate half-brother tries to kill her, sending her on the run. She becomes a working woman and eventually loses her job in the factory fire. She knows that she needs to get as far away from her brother as possible, so she chooses a groom that lives and works in Hawaii, in hopes that her brother will give up.
Warren is the owner of a sugar plantation in Hawaii and frequently travels to San Francisco to do business and meet with his partner. Lately there has been pressure on him to marry, as it will be better for business. But he meets Kitty aboard one of the plantation’s ships sailing from San Francisco to Hawaii. After several interactions he’s determined to marry her, even though she is engaged to his foreman. Once he puts his mind to something, he always accomplishes it and marrying Kitty is no different.
Kitty is attracted to Warren and has built a connection with him during their days on the ocean. But she knows that even though they are well-matched in most all aspects that he is still head and shoulders above her station because of her illegitimacy. But Warren does not care and will not be deterred.
September 16, 2016
Lovely story! I'm so grateful for the focus on self worth! Very well written and beautifully described! I've been to Hawaii and could picture it all, including the luau!!
January 8, 2016
Bride of Hawaii: Kitty and Warren's story
The last entry in the 50 book American mail-order bride series. Kitty is the illegitimate daughter of a wealthy man and a maid. Her father loves her and sends her to a posh school to learn to be a teacher or a governess. When her father dies she is no longer being taken care of. In fact, her half-brother attempts to have her killed o she runs away to Lawrence, Massachusetts and gets a job as a seamstress at Brown's Textile Mill until it burns down. She then, like her roommates, answers an ad to become a mail-order bride: in Hawaii. While on board the ship taking her to her fiance', she gets really seasick and meets the boss of her intended. They start to have feelings for each other but won't dishonor the groom. Upon arrival in Hawaii Kitty finds out that her fiance' has died. Warren, the owner of the sugar plantation, wants to marry Kitty but due to her illegitimacy she doesn't feel worthy of him. Enter Warren's mother; a mean and spiteful woman who resents another woman usurping her authority. I, personally, wanted to reach into the pages and punch her. The storm at sea and the final showdown had my heart racing. Ms. Daniels has written a very great book and a fitting finale to a great series.
The last entry in the 50 book American mail-order bride series. Kitty is the illegitimate daughter of a wealthy man and a maid. Her father loves her and sends her to a posh school to learn to be a teacher or a governess. When her father dies she is no longer being taken care of. In fact, her half-brother attempts to have her killed o she runs away to Lawrence, Massachusetts and gets a job as a seamstress at Brown's Textile Mill until it burns down. She then, like her roommates, answers an ad to become a mail-order bride: in Hawaii. While on board the ship taking her to her fiance', she gets really seasick and meets the boss of her intended. They start to have feelings for each other but won't dishonor the groom. Upon arrival in Hawaii Kitty finds out that her fiance' has died. Warren, the owner of the sugar plantation, wants to marry Kitty but due to her illegitimacy she doesn't feel worthy of him. Enter Warren's mother; a mean and spiteful woman who resents another woman usurping her authority. I, personally, wanted to reach into the pages and punch her. The storm at sea and the final showdown had my heart racing. Ms. Daniels has written a very great book and a fitting finale to a great series.
March 16, 2016
A BRIDE ON THE RUN
I enjoyed this final mail order bride story in the American Mail-Order Brides Series. The story is full of mystery and suspense as Kitty has been hiding out after the death of her father and several attacks have been made on her life. She was born an illegitimate daughter to a billionaire father who cared about her, and gave her advantages in proper schooling, but now her half-brother is after her, and she must get as far away as possible. Agreeing to become a mail-order bride to a man in Hawaii should put her far enough away to be safe, but trouble will follow. Meeting a man, Warren Castle, along her voyage and having an instant attraction doesn’t help, especially when she has agreed to be another man’s bride. The plot is intriguing with a great cast of characters, lots of angst, heart-stopping scenes and a vision of Hawaii, the people and culture all tied up into a fascinating story. Sometimes two people, who are perfect for each other, can meet under extenuating circumstances. It is how they handle the situation will determine their future.
I enjoyed this final mail order bride story in the American Mail-Order Brides Series. The story is full of mystery and suspense as Kitty has been hiding out after the death of her father and several attacks have been made on her life. She was born an illegitimate daughter to a billionaire father who cared about her, and gave her advantages in proper schooling, but now her half-brother is after her, and she must get as far away as possible. Agreeing to become a mail-order bride to a man in Hawaii should put her far enough away to be safe, but trouble will follow. Meeting a man, Warren Castle, along her voyage and having an instant attraction doesn’t help, especially when she has agreed to be another man’s bride. The plot is intriguing with a great cast of characters, lots of angst, heart-stopping scenes and a vision of Hawaii, the people and culture all tied up into a fascinating story. Sometimes two people, who are perfect for each other, can meet under extenuating circumstances. It is how they handle the situation will determine their future.
December 12, 2016
This was an okay addition to the series. It was hard to enjoy because at the beginning you just did not see away for the two to be together.
January 30, 2016
The final book in a series of 50 books. I have enjoyed each and every of of them. The idea of of the story line was truly amazing and having the authors continue this throughout each and every book was wonderful. I will miss these girls.
August 11, 2016
Great Story
This story made one turn after another, but kept me reading to see how it would end. Good character development. I felt the sea sickness as Kitty crossed the ocean to the islands. I enjoyed the details of the setting. Lots of suspense and action.
This story made one turn after another, but kept me reading to see how it would end. Good character development. I felt the sea sickness as Kitty crossed the ocean to the islands. I enjoyed the details of the setting. Lots of suspense and action.
July 8, 2017
This series was my first experience with multiple authors working together to write a series on a large scale. I enjoyed every book in the series and found several new authors that I hadn't read before.
July 15, 2016
Loved it !
Loved it and the whole series, I think this was one of my favorite books in the story. I wish there had been more about their life after.
Loved it and the whole series, I think this was one of my favorite books in the story. I wish there had been more about their life after.
March 25, 2017
It was a good book. The intended dying was a stretch. Not my favorite just okay! This was the last of the 50 for me. I did it'
Displaying 1 - 22 of 22 reviews