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Mail Order Brides of Rainbow Mountain #1
More Precious Than Gold
The happiest day of Seth’s Macleod’s life on earth was the day he marries Constance. Their happiness is interrupted by a terrible misfortune that sends Seth West in search of his fortune. The search becomes and obsession that very nearly leads him to lose all that is precious.
When he comes to his senses and sends for Constance to join him, she arrives with a surprise in her arms that all the riches of the Montana mountains could not buy.
Seth’s legacy however continues when the seven pieces of his torn treasure map find their way into the hands of 7 more colorful Mail Order brides and their pioneer husbands.
The Mail Order Brides of Rainbow Mountain charts the history of eight brides and their Western husbands. The adventure begins when Seth MacLeod marries Constance and travels west to strike it rich. When he realizes that his love for his wife is worth far more than gold he tears up his treasure map into 7 pieces. Over time, these 7 pieces come into the hands of 7 Mail Order Brides, whom fate and fortune bring together for an amazing finale. You will need to read to discover if there really is gold at the end of the rainbow. Rich with romance and mystery, each book is a complete story, but together they are weave priceless tale that you will not want to end!
Interview With The Author
What kind of stories do you enjoy writing?
My favorite stories are Mail Order Bride romance. I especially enjoy writing historical Western romance novellas and short stories.
Your books often contain an element of faith as well as romance and love. Is that important to you as a writer?
Yes. As an author, clean Christian western romance is my heart passion. I love being able to tell a story, be it an American mail order brides series, a Mail Order bride and babies tale, or a historical western romance novella, and at the same time bring a positive message of hope, faith and love to uplift readers.
Are all of your stories Clean reads?
Every story I write is clean and wholesome, and I find that language and sex free Mail Order Bride books are just as good as those that include such things. The main thing for me is always the story, and the characters. A great plot is what makes a story worth reading.
Where do your brides and their stories come from?
Mail Order Brides of the west, east or sometimes even foreign brides jump into my imagination every day, each telling their own special story! I have mail order brides of Texas, New York, even Liverpool, England. So many places, so many tales to tell. I get an idea for a book or a series and when I begin to write the stories often take on a life all of their own. Just like my readers, I am often on the edge of my seat eagerly waiting to find out what will happen next! I even have a few Mail Order Husbands cooking. :)
What would you like to say to your readers?
Just two short words. Thank you! A story only really comes alive in the hand of a reader. My readers are the reason I write, the reason I can tell my tales. Without them, well, there would be no story to tell. Every email I receive, every review that is left - every one of them means so much to me.
Why should a new reader pick up one of your books?
If you enjoy clean Christian Western romance and mail order bride romance free from smutty themes; if you love great romantic stories full of surprises; if you love delightful characters and happy endings, any Terri Grace book will be thoroughly enjoyable for you.
When he comes to his senses and sends for Constance to join him, she arrives with a surprise in her arms that all the riches of the Montana mountains could not buy.
Seth’s legacy however continues when the seven pieces of his torn treasure map find their way into the hands of 7 more colorful Mail Order brides and their pioneer husbands.
The Mail Order Brides of Rainbow Mountain charts the history of eight brides and their Western husbands. The adventure begins when Seth MacLeod marries Constance and travels west to strike it rich. When he realizes that his love for his wife is worth far more than gold he tears up his treasure map into 7 pieces. Over time, these 7 pieces come into the hands of 7 Mail Order Brides, whom fate and fortune bring together for an amazing finale. You will need to read to discover if there really is gold at the end of the rainbow. Rich with romance and mystery, each book is a complete story, but together they are weave priceless tale that you will not want to end!
Interview With The Author
What kind of stories do you enjoy writing?
My favorite stories are Mail Order Bride romance. I especially enjoy writing historical Western romance novellas and short stories.
Your books often contain an element of faith as well as romance and love. Is that important to you as a writer?
Yes. As an author, clean Christian western romance is my heart passion. I love being able to tell a story, be it an American mail order brides series, a Mail Order bride and babies tale, or a historical western romance novella, and at the same time bring a positive message of hope, faith and love to uplift readers.
Are all of your stories Clean reads?
Every story I write is clean and wholesome, and I find that language and sex free Mail Order Bride books are just as good as those that include such things. The main thing for me is always the story, and the characters. A great plot is what makes a story worth reading.
Where do your brides and their stories come from?
Mail Order Brides of the west, east or sometimes even foreign brides jump into my imagination every day, each telling their own special story! I have mail order brides of Texas, New York, even Liverpool, England. So many places, so many tales to tell. I get an idea for a book or a series and when I begin to write the stories often take on a life all of their own. Just like my readers, I am often on the edge of my seat eagerly waiting to find out what will happen next! I even have a few Mail Order Husbands cooking. :)
What would you like to say to your readers?
Just two short words. Thank you! A story only really comes alive in the hand of a reader. My readers are the reason I write, the reason I can tell my tales. Without them, well, there would be no story to tell. Every email I receive, every review that is left - every one of them means so much to me.
Why should a new reader pick up one of your books?
If you enjoy clean Christian Western romance and mail order bride romance free from smutty themes; if you love great romantic stories full of surprises; if you love delightful characters and happy endings, any Terri Grace book will be thoroughly enjoyable for you.
59 pages, Kindle Edition
Published March 6, 2016
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January 4, 2020
A short western romance that was emotional.
October 9, 2025
Mail Order Brides of Rainbow Mountain book 1
Constance and Seth had been married for 1 month when he left home to go look for gold on Rainbow Mountain. He was seperated from his wife for 9 months and she came to meet him with thier daughter. He had no idea she was pregnant. He left a treasure map torn in 7 pieces because he became a farmer instead of digging for gold. Looking forward to book 2 and the rest of the story.
Constance and Seth had been married for 1 month when he left home to go look for gold on Rainbow Mountain. He was seperated from his wife for 9 months and she came to meet him with thier daughter. He had no idea she was pregnant. He left a treasure map torn in 7 pieces because he became a farmer instead of digging for gold. Looking forward to book 2 and the rest of the story.
September 1, 2020
He got gold fever and left after only a month of marriage
She was a good wife and loved her husband dearly. I liked the way the story got them back together and showed them what really mattered
She was a good wife and loved her husband dearly. I liked the way the story got them back together and showed them what really mattered
September 23, 2025
God’s treasure
Wonderful story about one man’s journey through adversity and loneliness to discover that’s God’s love and the love of his family are the true treasures of life, not the gold that he was determined to find.
Wonderful story about one man’s journey through adversity and loneliness to discover that’s God’s love and the love of his family are the true treasures of life, not the gold that he was determined to find.
November 28, 2018
This book's storyline was okay. I liked Constance & Seth. The ending was okay.
June 23, 2022
Historical inspirational romance set I the West during gold run period.
Although short, it showed how in keeping the faith, God will keep you.
Although short, it showed how in keeping the faith, God will keep you.
August 11, 2025
Seth searches for gold.
Why are there two identical chapters in this book?
One unique love story about Seth and Constance that sets the storyline for the series.
Why are there two identical chapters in this book?
One unique love story about Seth and Constance that sets the storyline for the series.
August 17, 2025
love for husband and God
Young couple find true love She has faith in her husband and God to let him go off hunting for gold
Faith keeps her going
Young couple find true love She has faith in her husband and God to let him go off hunting for gold
Faith keeps her going
March 22, 2016
I was provided an ebook copy of this book free in exchange for a review. All opinions are mine alone. This is the first book in a series and it is a great beginning. I was interested in the storyline for the entire series. This book is about Seth and his new wife Constance. I really enjoyed this "beginning" of a continuing story. The book is well written. The storyline is interesting and kept me reading beyond my well beyond my normal "bedtime". The book is clean....no swearing, no sex which is a big "plus". Since this sets the basis for the remainder of the series, it should be read first. I loved it. I know the other books in the series will be just as good and I'm looking forward to reading/finishing them all.
March 18, 2016
TRUE TREASURE IS FOUND IN THE HEART
I enjoyed this beginning to a new series, Mail Order Brides of Rainbow Mountain. It starts with newlyweds Seth and Constance MacLeod and how circumstances set into motion his need to go westward in search of gold. The plot kept me captivated and was heartbreaking at the struggles they endured. The dialog includes letters between them as they are separated. This story is a set up for the series that is to follow with more couples finding their home and happiness at Rainbow Mountain.
I enjoyed this beginning to a new series, Mail Order Brides of Rainbow Mountain. It starts with newlyweds Seth and Constance MacLeod and how circumstances set into motion his need to go westward in search of gold. The plot kept me captivated and was heartbreaking at the struggles they endured. The dialog includes letters between them as they are separated. This story is a set up for the series that is to follow with more couples finding their home and happiness at Rainbow Mountain.
March 22, 2016
An ebook was provided to me for a review.
Seth and Constance MacLeod were just starting married life when Seth looses his job. It becomes apparent to Constance that Seth wants to go search for Gold. She hope he will return soon but months later he is still not home. She had not told Seth before he left that she was expecting because she didn't want him to think she was trying to stop him. Seth is gone long enough for the baby to be born and after reuniting with Constance in their new home, Seth realizes there are more important things than Gold.
Seth and Constance MacLeod were just starting married life when Seth looses his job. It becomes apparent to Constance that Seth wants to go search for Gold. She hope he will return soon but months later he is still not home. She had not told Seth before he left that she was expecting because she didn't want him to think she was trying to stop him. Seth is gone long enough for the baby to be born and after reuniting with Constance in their new home, Seth realizes there are more important things than Gold.
March 18, 2016
I love a good historical love story and Terri Grace's are wonderful. I felt the anxiety of Constance as her husband goes in search of his destiny. What he discovers and how Constance deals with the separation kept me reading right to the end. Very much recommend this story. I received a copy in exchange for an honest review.
February 13, 2018
More Precious Than Gold by Terri Grace is a stand alone in the series Mail Order Brides of Rainbow Mountain book 1. This is a very good start to this series. How they struggle with the absence of each other and are stronger from it. I really enjoyed this story, on to the next. My free opinion. Thanks
November 21, 2016
Great book..
The author has done a great job of telling her story. I have read all of the nine books in this series, the story of adventure, romance,and mystery are well worth the time to read them.
The author has done a great job of telling her story. I have read all of the nine books in this series, the story of adventure, romance,and mystery are well worth the time to read them.
March 20, 2016
This Inspirational Historic Western is about a man searching for gold in Montana but finds something more precious than gold, love of a woman and land.
December 26, 2016
Mail Order Bride More Precious Than Gold
Excellent book. Highly recommend this book to everyone. Excellent story line kept your interest and attention making it hard to put down
Excellent book. Highly recommend this book to everyone. Excellent story line kept your interest and attention making it hard to put down
January 16, 2017
Great Book!
Another great read from the Mail Order Bride series! I enjoyed the ups and downs of the young couples journey.
Another great read from the Mail Order Bride series! I enjoyed the ups and downs of the young couples journey.
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