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Oregon Sky #1
Phoebe's Promise
She will never go back on a promise.Phoebe makes a promise to her dying mother to take care of her younger sister Grace, no matter what.
Even if that means travelling hundreds of miles across the country in a wagon train bound for Oregon.
Phoebe suspects the uncle who is now their guardian had a hand in their father's death, and she knows she has to get Grace away from his evil clutches before it's too late.
Colton Wallace has been hired to lead a wagon train and doesn't have time to deal with anyone who isn't prepared for the trip. When a young boy shows up with his younger sister in tow, he knows immediately it's a woman standing before him. She says she's the sister of his closest friend, and she needs his help to get to Oregon where her brother will catch up with them. Two young women alone on a wagon train is too tempting to anyone who might take advantage of them, so he agrees to take them only as long as Phoebe continues her charade of being a man.
What will happen if her true identity is discovered along the way? Is he really prepared to take on the responsibility of the two young women on top of his job leading the wagons safely to Oregon?
As the miles roll away under the wheels of the wagons, Phoebe realizes the dark-haired man who'd appeared so gruff when they met, now always seems to be there to help when she needs him. They will face many miles together, enduring serious hardships that will test not only their strength, but the love that begins to develop between them along the way.
Even if that means travelling hundreds of miles across the country in a wagon train bound for Oregon.
Phoebe suspects the uncle who is now their guardian had a hand in their father's death, and she knows she has to get Grace away from his evil clutches before it's too late.
Colton Wallace has been hired to lead a wagon train and doesn't have time to deal with anyone who isn't prepared for the trip. When a young boy shows up with his younger sister in tow, he knows immediately it's a woman standing before him. She says she's the sister of his closest friend, and she needs his help to get to Oregon where her brother will catch up with them. Two young women alone on a wagon train is too tempting to anyone who might take advantage of them, so he agrees to take them only as long as Phoebe continues her charade of being a man.
What will happen if her true identity is discovered along the way? Is he really prepared to take on the responsibility of the two young women on top of his job leading the wagons safely to Oregon?
As the miles roll away under the wheels of the wagons, Phoebe realizes the dark-haired man who'd appeared so gruff when they met, now always seems to be there to help when she needs him. They will face many miles together, enduring serious hardships that will test not only their strength, but the love that begins to develop between them along the way.
194 pages, Kindle Edition
Published April 3, 2016
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Kay P. Dawson
60 books497 followersUSA Today Bestselling Author, Kay P. Dawson writes sweet western romance - the kind that leaves out all of the juicy details and immerses you in a true, heartfelt love story. Growing up pretending she was Laura Ingalls, she's always had a love for the old west and pioneer times. She believes in true love, and finding your happy ever after.
Happily married mom of two girls, Kay has always taught her children to follow their dreams. And, after a breast cancer diagnosis at the age of 39, she realized it was time to take her own advice. She had always wanted to write a book, and she decided that the someday she was waiting for was now.
She writes western historical, contemporary and time travel romance that all transport the reader to a time or place where true love always finds a way.
You can connect with Kay through her website at KayPDawson.com
She also has an active fan group where she hangs out with her readers...https://www.facebook.com/groups/kaypd...
Happily married mom of two girls, Kay has always taught her children to follow their dreams. And, after a breast cancer diagnosis at the age of 39, she realized it was time to take her own advice. She had always wanted to write a book, and she decided that the someday she was waiting for was now.
She writes western historical, contemporary and time travel romance that all transport the reader to a time or place where true love always finds a way.
You can connect with Kay through her website at KayPDawson.com
She also has an active fan group where she hangs out with her readers...https://www.facebook.com/groups/kaypd...
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November 6, 2017
This was a cute fun story. It didn't get into the nity-gritty of life on the trail. I thought it was well written, a little rushed. It was novella length. It was in both characters points of view which I think is fun with these fun romances. There was a bit about forgiveness and becoming a better person. It kept me entertained all the way through. Clean with some sweet kisses:}
February 20, 2018
A short, clean, and sweet romance, with a great setting and characters you’ll love. This is a sweet novella, a clean romance, and what’s more, it’s FREE. I was intrigued by the historical setting (as I had read about the Oregon Trail years back) and by the description of the book. I wondered how the girl pretending to be a boy would work out in such circumstances. The novella moves at a good pace and has all the elements fans of the genre would expect: a man a and woman destined for each other who try to resist the evident attraction between them (it’s complicated), a love rival (well, two, one each), setbacks, misunderstandings, past difficulties that get in the way, and family matters (that at times help and at others hinder the path of true love). The setting works well for the novella, and we get a good sample of the difficulties of the Trail and how hard it must have been for the pioneers, although the amount of detail would not satisfy a keen reader of historical novels. The characters are likeable and relatable, and although it is a short book (it includes two chapters of the next book in the series as well, so it is shorter than it seems), we get to care for them and want to see them settled and happy, especially after the hard times they have to live through. Both of the main characters, Phoebe and Colton, carry a weight of guilt because they feel they have not protected their families as they should and although they might play tough and pretend to be hard, they have hearts of gold and are loyal to a fault. Although Phoebe is hard-working and determined, she does not subvert the boundaries of her gender, and at times is in need of rescue (although she does a fair amount of rescuing herself, mostly emotionally). Colton is not a flawless hero, but rises up to the challenge, and beyond, when is needed. The author is particularly skilled at managing to make readers connect emotionally with the characters and the events, without going over the top pulling at our heartstrings. There are sad moments, but there are also joyful and light moments and, overall, this is an uplifting read. An easy read, with likeable characters, a romantic couple we root for from the beginning, and an interesting background. Although it is not full of surprises, it will satisfy fans of the genre. I became fond of the characters and enjoyed the sample of the next novel, so I might visit again.
October 12, 2016
Trail to Promise's
Phoebe and her little sister went on the wagon train for the Oregon Trail. Phoebe was disguised as a boy named Pete. Thinking it would be safer than 2 young girls riding a wagon alone. The wagon master was a friend of their brother Luke. His name was Colton. He and Phoebe had an attraction toward each other. Read on to learn of the adventures and dangers on the Oregon Trail.
Phoebe and her little sister went on the wagon train for the Oregon Trail. Phoebe was disguised as a boy named Pete. Thinking it would be safer than 2 young girls riding a wagon alone. The wagon master was a friend of their brother Luke. His name was Colton. He and Phoebe had an attraction toward each other. Read on to learn of the adventures and dangers on the Oregon Trail.
March 15, 2022
Kay Dawson – Oregon Sky Bk 1 – Phoebe’s Promise – Reviewed 3/14/22 – Read 3/13/22
Trying to protect her sister got Phoebe on the trail to Oregon, dressed like a boy!
When her parents died, Phoebe promised her mother that she would take care of her sister, so when she walked in and found her uncle trying to force Grace into a compromised position, Phoebe took up a shotgun and told him to stop. He was too drunk to do much about the situation, but Phoebe knew they needed to leave.
Lucky for her, their brother Luke showed up. Luke set them up with a wagon and supplies then told them to find his friend Colton Wallace, the trail boss for a new wagon train heading to Oregon. He thought it would be safest if everyone thought she was a boy, so she dressed up in men’s clothes, but that did not fool Colton for one minute. Unable to turn her down, he agreed to see them to Oregon, or at least until Luke caught up with them, and the story begins.
Join Phoebe, Grace, Colton, and Luke as they face the long journey to Oregon filled with danger and losses, new friends, and maybe a little love…
What did I like? Kay Dawson’s books are a pleasure to read, the characters are always memorable, and she tries to keep to the historical history surrounding her storylines. It is appreciated when an author does so much research keeping the times, clothing, animals, and weaponry as close as possible to the historical period involved.
What will you like? The trails to Oregon on wagon trains were a hardship on all involved, and this one is filled with danger, death, love, and troubles. It never fails that someone is put out over who is the boss and causes so much trouble but throw in a beautiful young woman, and you have more trouble than you can throw a stick over. Don’t miss adding book one of the new Oregon Sky series to your library with Kay P Dawson’s newest, “Phoebe’s Promise,” available NOW!!!
• ASIN: B09R9JQHCH
• Publisher: CKN Christian Publishing
• Publication Date: 3/23/2022
• File Size: 2963 KB
• Print Length: 146 pages
• Genre: Historical Christian Romance, Western & Frontier Christian Romance, US Historical Fiction
Trying to protect her sister got Phoebe on the trail to Oregon, dressed like a boy!
When her parents died, Phoebe promised her mother that she would take care of her sister, so when she walked in and found her uncle trying to force Grace into a compromised position, Phoebe took up a shotgun and told him to stop. He was too drunk to do much about the situation, but Phoebe knew they needed to leave.
Lucky for her, their brother Luke showed up. Luke set them up with a wagon and supplies then told them to find his friend Colton Wallace, the trail boss for a new wagon train heading to Oregon. He thought it would be safest if everyone thought she was a boy, so she dressed up in men’s clothes, but that did not fool Colton for one minute. Unable to turn her down, he agreed to see them to Oregon, or at least until Luke caught up with them, and the story begins.
Join Phoebe, Grace, Colton, and Luke as they face the long journey to Oregon filled with danger and losses, new friends, and maybe a little love…
What did I like? Kay Dawson’s books are a pleasure to read, the characters are always memorable, and she tries to keep to the historical history surrounding her storylines. It is appreciated when an author does so much research keeping the times, clothing, animals, and weaponry as close as possible to the historical period involved.
What will you like? The trails to Oregon on wagon trains were a hardship on all involved, and this one is filled with danger, death, love, and troubles. It never fails that someone is put out over who is the boss and causes so much trouble but throw in a beautiful young woman, and you have more trouble than you can throw a stick over. Don’t miss adding book one of the new Oregon Sky series to your library with Kay P Dawson’s newest, “Phoebe’s Promise,” available NOW!!!
• ASIN: B09R9JQHCH
• Publisher: CKN Christian Publishing
• Publication Date: 3/23/2022
• File Size: 2963 KB
• Print Length: 146 pages
• Genre: Historical Christian Romance, Western & Frontier Christian Romance, US Historical Fiction
January 8, 2018
I enjoyed this book thoroughly. I enjoy books that are centered around the Oregon and Mormon trails. I enjoyed it so much that I bought Audrey's Awakening and Ella's Embrace. I look forward to reading them.
The book was well written. At no time did I feel the story was rushed and I felt that it ended at a logical conclusion. I liked the added bit of information about the Oregon Trail in the book. I thought the characters were well developed. I liked all of them. I also liked the comments made regarding Native Americans in this book especially how Phoebe didn't seem to be threatened by them. I liked that she came to her own conclusion about them and didn't judge them on the opinions of others.
Our church's young men and young women recently went through a simulated reenactment of the handcart companies and they were astonished at hard it was to pull them. Their handcarts were full of the provisions that the early pioneers would have carried and they cooked over open fires in cast iron pots much like they would have.
I have read several books by various authors regarding these treks across the Oregon and Mormon trails were no picnic in the horse and oxen drawn wagons either. And that mostly people preferred to walk next to their wagons rather than ride. I also read an account somewhere that one of the things carried aboard these wagons was wood for the purpose of making coffins for burying the dead. So they anticipated the possibility of losing loved ones along the way.
We really don't know how blessed we are compared to what these people had to put up with. We can make a trip across the country from one end to the other in just days by car and by days across the world. We don't anticipate losing our loved ones on such treks.
The book was well written. At no time did I feel the story was rushed and I felt that it ended at a logical conclusion. I liked the added bit of information about the Oregon Trail in the book. I thought the characters were well developed. I liked all of them. I also liked the comments made regarding Native Americans in this book especially how Phoebe didn't seem to be threatened by them. I liked that she came to her own conclusion about them and didn't judge them on the opinions of others.
Our church's young men and young women recently went through a simulated reenactment of the handcart companies and they were astonished at hard it was to pull them. Their handcarts were full of the provisions that the early pioneers would have carried and they cooked over open fires in cast iron pots much like they would have.
I have read several books by various authors regarding these treks across the Oregon and Mormon trails were no picnic in the horse and oxen drawn wagons either. And that mostly people preferred to walk next to their wagons rather than ride. I also read an account somewhere that one of the things carried aboard these wagons was wood for the purpose of making coffins for burying the dead. So they anticipated the possibility of losing loved ones along the way.
We really don't know how blessed we are compared to what these people had to put up with. We can make a trip across the country from one end to the other in just days by car and by days across the world. We don't anticipate losing our loved ones on such treks.
April 9, 2018
Phoebe Hamilton is on an adventure of a lifetime. She, along with her younger sister, Grace are setting out on the Oregon Trail after Grace was sorely mistreated by their uncle. She knows that she has to get Grace out of the precarious situation before something really bad happens.
Their older brother, Luke, is in agreement. He tells Phoebe to dress like a boy and to give a letter to Colton Wallace, the wagon master and one of Luke's friends. Luke wants Colton to look after his sisters until he can catch up with them. Luke is trying to figure out if their uncle had anything to do with the death of their father, who died in a fire.
Colton begrudgingly does as he's asked. He didn't have time to lead a small crowd of people to Oregon and be saddled with two girls, but he does it for Luke.
As the wagons progress, Colton finds himself being drawn to Phoebe and Grace. His interaction with Grace was heartwarming. Phoebe, whom he'd known was a girl before he even read the letter, is a bit of a different story. She has a tendency to be a spitfire. Rumors are spreading that there was more going on between them than met the eye. His authority was challenged. Phoebe's reputation was at stake.
A lot happened in this book. A lot more could have happened in this book that didn't. The author could have had a huge book going if she'd tackled more of the hardships that these people encountered while they were chasing their dreams. She did a great job of keeping the story on track and keeping the tone light.
I loved the characters. I loved the story. I'm anxious to start the second book in this series.
Their older brother, Luke, is in agreement. He tells Phoebe to dress like a boy and to give a letter to Colton Wallace, the wagon master and one of Luke's friends. Luke wants Colton to look after his sisters until he can catch up with them. Luke is trying to figure out if their uncle had anything to do with the death of their father, who died in a fire.
Colton begrudgingly does as he's asked. He didn't have time to lead a small crowd of people to Oregon and be saddled with two girls, but he does it for Luke.
As the wagons progress, Colton finds himself being drawn to Phoebe and Grace. His interaction with Grace was heartwarming. Phoebe, whom he'd known was a girl before he even read the letter, is a bit of a different story. She has a tendency to be a spitfire. Rumors are spreading that there was more going on between them than met the eye. His authority was challenged. Phoebe's reputation was at stake.
A lot happened in this book. A lot more could have happened in this book that didn't. The author could have had a huge book going if she'd tackled more of the hardships that these people encountered while they were chasing their dreams. She did a great job of keeping the story on track and keeping the tone light.
I loved the characters. I loved the story. I'm anxious to start the second book in this series.
February 5, 2019
This was an easy read and parts of it were quite well-written. The pacing was a bit too quick, jumping days and weeks ahead, making it more difficult to understanding the growing affection developing between Colton and Phoebe. His reasons to avoid their need for each other were not as evident as hers and were very much "sprung" on the reader after her brother Luke's return to the wagon train.
Titus's swift conversion from be the antagonist was also a bit to swallow.
Twice, the author uses awkward phrasing in the narration. I would understand if the phrasing came in dialogue because not everyone would use correct English, but these phrases pulled me out of the story: "her and Colton were alone" and "her and Pete had."
There are several split infinitives, such as "to gently touch," "to finally have," "to inwardly cringe," "to ever stop," "to inwardly look," etc.
Why does the author give Phoebe the nickname of "Pete" when she is dressed as a girl and then call another character "Pete"?
Spolier Alert: The idea of cholera striking only a few people on the wagon train brought me out of the story. Would they not all drink from the same water? Have purchased the same supplies? Although, I know the disease spreads easily through the feces and water from the bowels, then if Pete Thomsen got the disease, why did not Audrey? It wasn't as if they nursed him laying on the ground. He was in the back of the wagon. Just a big question mark that I could not shake...
Titus's swift conversion from be the antagonist was also a bit to swallow.
Twice, the author uses awkward phrasing in the narration. I would understand if the phrasing came in dialogue because not everyone would use correct English, but these phrases pulled me out of the story: "her and Colton were alone" and "her and Pete had."
There are several split infinitives, such as "to gently touch," "to finally have," "to inwardly cringe," "to ever stop," "to inwardly look," etc.
Why does the author give Phoebe the nickname of "Pete" when she is dressed as a girl and then call another character "Pete"?
Spolier Alert: The idea of cholera striking only a few people on the wagon train brought me out of the story. Would they not all drink from the same water? Have purchased the same supplies? Although, I know the disease spreads easily through the feces and water from the bowels, then if Pete Thomsen got the disease, why did not Audrey? It wasn't as if they nursed him laying on the ground. He was in the back of the wagon. Just a big question mark that I could not shake...
April 17, 2019
Romance on the Oregon Trail
Historical fiction is such a great way to learn about history that feels very personal. Phoebe and her twelve year old sister Grace are sent to a wagon train heading West by their older brother who will meet up with them on down the trail. Colton's has been hired to lead the wagon train to Oregon and his Mother and siblings are already settled in the Williamette Valley. Phoebe is eighteen and a bit stubborn and childish. I would have liked to have seen Phoebe really commit to pretending to be a man. It would seem more realistic if she had cut her hair if pretending to be a man would protect me from unwanted attention. Instead she hides her hair under a hat. The romance had fire and I wanted this relationship to develop. I was rooting for this couple. Kay P. Dawson is talented at description of the landscape and the feel of being on a wagon train. The wagon trail is very bumpy and I've really never read that in other books about wagon trains. I was impressed with this author.
Historical fiction is such a great way to learn about history that feels very personal. Phoebe and her twelve year old sister Grace are sent to a wagon train heading West by their older brother who will meet up with them on down the trail. Colton's has been hired to lead the wagon train to Oregon and his Mother and siblings are already settled in the Williamette Valley. Phoebe is eighteen and a bit stubborn and childish. I would have liked to have seen Phoebe really commit to pretending to be a man. It would seem more realistic if she had cut her hair if pretending to be a man would protect me from unwanted attention. Instead she hides her hair under a hat. The romance had fire and I wanted this relationship to develop. I was rooting for this couple. Kay P. Dawson is talented at description of the landscape and the feel of being on a wagon train. The wagon trail is very bumpy and I've really never read that in other books about wagon trains. I was impressed with this author.
March 22, 2018
Eighteen years old Phoebe is left with a promise to keep....to look after her younger sister Grace.Their parents are no more,elder brother away.Phone has to keep her sister away from their uncle,tells this to her brother Luke when he returns.In order to be free to deal with the uncle,Luke forces Phoebe to dress satisfactorily a boy sends them on a wagon trail with a letter for his friend Colton.
Colton at once knows Phoebe is not a boy.The journey is interesting,there are comic as well.as tragic situations.Phone is asked to discard her masculine clothes.She makes a few good friends.There is sickness some loss of good people,including her friend's husband.Her sister gets sick when Colton works hard along with Phoebe for her recovery.The attraction between them grows.The story keeps up your interest with the expected happy ending brought in a nice,natural way.Those who have not read it please do so
Colton at once knows Phoebe is not a boy.The journey is interesting,there are comic as well.as tragic situations.Phone is asked to discard her masculine clothes.She makes a few good friends.There is sickness some loss of good people,including her friend's husband.Her sister gets sick when Colton works hard along with Phoebe for her recovery.The attraction between them grows.The story keeps up your interest with the expected happy ending brought in a nice,natural way.Those who have not read it please do so
October 5, 2019
Phoebe Keeps Her Promise to Her Mom and Finds Happiness
Phoebe had promised her mother in her death bed that she would take care of her younger sister Grace. Her brother Luke had left after a fight with their Dad, and then Dad had died in a fire at his business, and the girls had gone to their Uncle in St. Louis. There was insurance money the girls were supposed to get, but it disappeared. Their uncle tried to sell off Phoebe and hurt Grace. When Luke arrived in St Louis, he decided the girls needed to get away. He dressed Phoebe as a boy and sent a letter to his friend Colton who was leading a wagon train West to Oregon, He would meet up with them later. When Colton first saw Phoebe he knew she was a girl, and didn't want to take the girls on the Wagon train. Phoebe has some temper and throws a boot at Colton. So the story begins... You have to read the book to get all the details. If you like American West romances you'll like this sweet story.
Phoebe had promised her mother in her death bed that she would take care of her younger sister Grace. Her brother Luke had left after a fight with their Dad, and then Dad had died in a fire at his business, and the girls had gone to their Uncle in St. Louis. There was insurance money the girls were supposed to get, but it disappeared. Their uncle tried to sell off Phoebe and hurt Grace. When Luke arrived in St Louis, he decided the girls needed to get away. He dressed Phoebe as a boy and sent a letter to his friend Colton who was leading a wagon train West to Oregon, He would meet up with them later. When Colton first saw Phoebe he knew she was a girl, and didn't want to take the girls on the Wagon train. Phoebe has some temper and throws a boot at Colton. So the story begins... You have to read the book to get all the details. If you like American West romances you'll like this sweet story.
April 10, 2019
A sweet adventourous love story.
Phoebe is an 18 year old girl. Who Mom dies from cholera the her Dad was killed in a fire presumely by her Uncle. The Uncle tried to marry her off to a friend and kissed her 12 yeay old sister. He only stopped because Phoebe held a gun on him.
Her brother came home and sent them to meet a friend that heads a move to Oregon. She was told to dress as a boy to protect herself and her sister but they knew that would she be revealed as a girl.
There is a creep in the group on the trail to Oregon who questions the leader Colton every decion he made and did not help at all.
A few die from cholera and a boy from fallen off a wagon -he got ran over.
Phoebe's almost drowns.
Colton and Phoebe grow closer but Colton is damaged.
Will Phoebe get Colton to see her and not his past?
Phoebe is an 18 year old girl. Who Mom dies from cholera the her Dad was killed in a fire presumely by her Uncle. The Uncle tried to marry her off to a friend and kissed her 12 yeay old sister. He only stopped because Phoebe held a gun on him.
Her brother came home and sent them to meet a friend that heads a move to Oregon. She was told to dress as a boy to protect herself and her sister but they knew that would she be revealed as a girl.
There is a creep in the group on the trail to Oregon who questions the leader Colton every decion he made and did not help at all.
A few die from cholera and a boy from fallen off a wagon -he got ran over.
Phoebe's almost drowns.
Colton and Phoebe grow closer but Colton is damaged.
Will Phoebe get Colton to see her and not his past?
October 30, 2016
Phoebe’s Promise by Kay P. Dawson is another historical western romance. This one takes us a wagon train bound for Oregon along with Phoebe and her younger sister, Grace. Since single women without male escorts are frown upon on wagon trails heading west so Phoebe and her brother, Luke, concoct a plan to get around this. Phoebe will assume a disguise as Pete. Luke believes this will work as his sisters will be under the protection of his friend, Colton Wallace, the wagon master. Knowing his sisters are safe with Colton, Luke will be free to handle the family situation. During the trip west, Phoebe’s secret is revealed. Additionally, Dawson does a great job in creating this tale of the adventures and dangers on the Oregon Trail. Her characters are well developed and multi-dimensional. Dawson realistically captures the camaraderie of the travelers and the importance of working together in order to survive the hardships of a wagon train.
July 10, 2017
Historical Accuracy
Loved this book for many reason. Just well written. Agree that for a romance you just need the story? I love this period of time in our country's expansion. The research that went into this is wonderful. I have visited many of the place along the Oregon trail and I could see them all over again when I read this. I could see again the Oregon Trail museum and remember to wonderful time when my husband and I visited. My background as an interpreter for 5 yrs. at the Lewis and Clark Center in Great Falls Mt has made me appreciate the beautiful state of Oregon as we studied and researched the L & C part of history. Plan to read more by this author. Thanks for writing this lovely story.
Loved this book for many reason. Just well written. Agree that for a romance you just need the story? I love this period of time in our country's expansion. The research that went into this is wonderful. I have visited many of the place along the Oregon trail and I could see them all over again when I read this. I could see again the Oregon Trail museum and remember to wonderful time when my husband and I visited. My background as an interpreter for 5 yrs. at the Lewis and Clark Center in Great Falls Mt has made me appreciate the beautiful state of Oregon as we studied and researched the L & C part of history. Plan to read more by this author. Thanks for writing this lovely story.
May 13, 2018
Great story about the Westward expansion
Ms Dawson has a great way with words as she spins the story of a group of travelers headed west to the Williamette Valley. I thoroughly enjoyed reading this book and watching the wagon train's progress across the Oregon Trail.
The different characters had to pull together to survive, and even then, some were buried along the trail.
The author has done her homework, and the book was well-written with almost no errors to distract the reader. Thanks for a good read, Ms Dawson. I am looking forward to reading the sequels.
I received this book and others in a giveaway, and am leaving a review freely with no other compensation.
Ms Dawson has a great way with words as she spins the story of a group of travelers headed west to the Williamette Valley. I thoroughly enjoyed reading this book and watching the wagon train's progress across the Oregon Trail.
The different characters had to pull together to survive, and even then, some were buried along the trail.
The author has done her homework, and the book was well-written with almost no errors to distract the reader. Thanks for a good read, Ms Dawson. I am looking forward to reading the sequels.
I received this book and others in a giveaway, and am leaving a review freely with no other compensation.
February 10, 2018
Finding love on a wagon train to Oregon. Phoebe leaves with her younger sister after her parents passing. They were left in the care of a horrible Uncle who wasn't an upstanding man. When her brother Luke returns he sends Phoebe and Grace on the wagon train to Oregon. The lead man of the wagon train is Colton Wallace a longtime friend of Luke's. Love begins to bloom in the midst of the hardships on the wagon train. This is a wonderful start for this Oregon setting. Can't wait to read more in this set.
August 30, 2021
The First Leg of a Wagon Train Journey!
To keep a promise she made to her dying mother, Phoebe packed a Covered Wagon with all the needed supplies and she and her sister went to the wagon master and joined a wagon train bound for Oregon. This book is the story of the first leg of this journey. I found it to be interesting because women were not normally accepted on a wagon train unless accompanied by a man.
Read this book to learn about problems encountered on this portion of the trip. I enjoyed reading about this wagon train journey and hope you enjoy it also.
To keep a promise she made to her dying mother, Phoebe packed a Covered Wagon with all the needed supplies and she and her sister went to the wagon master and joined a wagon train bound for Oregon. This book is the story of the first leg of this journey. I found it to be interesting because women were not normally accepted on a wagon train unless accompanied by a man.
Read this book to learn about problems encountered on this portion of the trip. I enjoyed reading about this wagon train journey and hope you enjoy it also.
February 8, 2025
This inspiring Oregon Trail story involved a young woman, disguised as a man, protects her younger sister as they start off on an Oregon Trail wagon train journey. With the promise of her brother to later join them, her ruse is soon uncovered as the leader, her brother's friend, protects them. At first at odds while overcoming sickness and the elements, an attraction develops. However, it takes all of them to survive the journey and overcome the many dangers. A clean bedtime read for those who enjoy this genre.
January 20, 2019
Great Characters
I gave the book a 4 because I enjoyed it so much. I loved Phoebe's strength of character. I felt the book showed how dependent people were on each other as they traveled west in the wagon trains. The character of Colton was so easy to like. He was a good man. The other characters were equally endearing. I recommend this book. What a great way to spend an evening!
I gave the book a 4 because I enjoyed it so much. I loved Phoebe's strength of character. I felt the book showed how dependent people were on each other as they traveled west in the wagon trains. The character of Colton was so easy to like. He was a good man. The other characters were equally endearing. I recommend this book. What a great way to spend an evening!
January 20, 2019
Great Story!!
A really good read, with wonderful details about the trials and tribulations of the early settlers of this great country. Loved the historical background the Author provided at the end. The development of the relationship between Colton and Phoebe was just as it should be -- mutual respect, humor, friendship, and true admiration that leads to a deep life-changing love. I highly recommend this book and hope to read more of Ms Dawson's publications.
A really good read, with wonderful details about the trials and tribulations of the early settlers of this great country. Loved the historical background the Author provided at the end. The development of the relationship between Colton and Phoebe was just as it should be -- mutual respect, humor, friendship, and true admiration that leads to a deep life-changing love. I highly recommend this book and hope to read more of Ms Dawson's publications.
January 21, 2019
Phoebe's Promise (Oregon Sky Series Book 1)
Things just hadn't been going good for Phoebe and her sister Grace since their mother died and their father got killed. Their Uncle let them stay with him, but that wasn't the answer, they needed to leave St. Louis as fast as they could. Their brother came to town and arranged for them to join a wagon train to Oregon with his friend Colton. This was a sweet read and a feel good kind of book.
Things just hadn't been going good for Phoebe and her sister Grace since their mother died and their father got killed. Their Uncle let them stay with him, but that wasn't the answer, they needed to leave St. Louis as fast as they could. Their brother came to town and arranged for them to join a wagon train to Oregon with his friend Colton. This was a sweet read and a feel good kind of book.
January 26, 2019
Nice Start to a Series
This book starts what could be several stories set in the American West. This story involves a group traveling the Oregon Trail. They have typical ups and downs of this difficult journey. People die, get sick, and are injured. But readers are treated to a sweet love story the grows between two people that weren't looking for love. The author has a good writing style and I hope she writes many more stories with these characters.
This book starts what could be several stories set in the American West. This story involves a group traveling the Oregon Trail. They have typical ups and downs of this difficult journey. People die, get sick, and are injured. But readers are treated to a sweet love story the grows between two people that weren't looking for love. The author has a good writing style and I hope she writes many more stories with these characters.
October 16, 2019
Oregon Bound
This was a very well written book by Kay P. Dawson and I enjoyed reading every page. Didn't want to put it down. A brother's return, dressing like a man, a young woman and her sister, games up, falling in love and almost drowning. So much more to read. If you're interested in some of the things I've mentioned, buy the book and read more about the ups and downs on a wagon train to Oregon.
This was a very well written book by Kay P. Dawson and I enjoyed reading every page. Didn't want to put it down. A brother's return, dressing like a man, a young woman and her sister, games up, falling in love and almost drowning. So much more to read. If you're interested in some of the things I've mentioned, buy the book and read more about the ups and downs on a wagon train to Oregon.
December 27, 2019
Pure sweet romance
A wagon train heading from St. Louis to Bethany OR. A pretty good idea for a plot, and then nothing. Deaths, sickness, accidents are part of a wagon train. But there has to be more. The villain either isn't in the story or is one of the worst villains in history. The family conflict doesn't exist. It's a Hallmark movie. I like how they learn about each other over time, but that's it. My mom would like it.
A wagon train heading from St. Louis to Bethany OR. A pretty good idea for a plot, and then nothing. Deaths, sickness, accidents are part of a wagon train. But there has to be more. The villain either isn't in the story or is one of the worst villains in history. The family conflict doesn't exist. It's a Hallmark movie. I like how they learn about each other over time, but that's it. My mom would like it.
June 17, 2017
Sweet and entertaining, with good characters. Liked that the focus was on their personal journeys, both physical and emotional. Am curious about the supporting characters' stories.
November 6, 2017
3.5 stars. Enjoyed the story...
...however, there were a few spots where poor narrative grammar or confusing sentence or 2.
The story was enjoyable, and I warmed up to the main female character. Colton seemed pretty one dimensional for much of the story, but by the end, we know him. I even learned some interesting trail facts!
...however, there were a few spots where poor narrative grammar or confusing sentence or 2.
The story was enjoyable, and I warmed up to the main female character. Colton seemed pretty one dimensional for much of the story, but by the end, we know him. I even learned some interesting trail facts!
March 5, 2018
Stories about the Oregon Trail
Many stories have been written about the Oregon Trail and the trials the settlers met. This account is one of the better ones. Husbands and wives died on the trail and new lives had to be forged, for survival and family. For those who appreciate stories of the settling of the west.
Many stories have been written about the Oregon Trail and the trials the settlers met. This account is one of the better ones. Husbands and wives died on the trail and new lives had to be forged, for survival and family. For those who appreciate stories of the settling of the west.
May 29, 2018
First in a series
Phoebe & her sister, Grace, have no man to help them on their way to Oregon. Phoebe dresses like a young man for protection. Colton is in charge of leading their wagon train. All goes fairly well until Phoebe’s disguise is revealed. Then it falls upon Colton to keep them safe. A fun read!
Phoebe & her sister, Grace, have no man to help them on their way to Oregon. Phoebe dresses like a young man for protection. Colton is in charge of leading their wagon train. All goes fairly well until Phoebe’s disguise is revealed. Then it falls upon Colton to keep them safe. A fun read!
January 22, 2019
Not like the others
I have read scads of stories about the Oregon trail, as I live in Oregon with my family and have always been interested in this mode of travel and life at this time in history. This story is a nice one, different from the others. Ms Dawson has a way of writting that makes her story come alive. Thanks again for keeping my interest for a few days.
I have read scads of stories about the Oregon trail, as I live in Oregon with my family and have always been interested in this mode of travel and life at this time in history. This story is a nice one, different from the others. Ms Dawson has a way of writting that makes her story come alive. Thanks again for keeping my interest for a few days.
January 23, 2019
Easy Reading
Such an easy read for one who likes to escape into another period of history. Clinging to the realities of the time period,
Dawson makes both the settings and the characters come alive and seem very much actual persons seeking New beginnings, both geography and personally.
Such an easy read for one who likes to escape into another period of history. Clinging to the realities of the time period,
Dawson makes both the settings and the characters come alive and seem very much actual persons seeking New beginnings, both geography and personally.
July 18, 2019
Good book
I never read this author before she made the story good from page one!! I love wagon train stories and this was a good one. The characters in the book was strong and likeable so l would recommend this book. The reason l am giving it 4 stars no Christian theme in the book
I never read this author before she made the story good from page one!! I love wagon train stories and this was a good one. The characters in the book was strong and likeable so l would recommend this book. The reason l am giving it 4 stars no Christian theme in the book
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