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Cowboy Creek #4
Cowboy Creek Christmas: Mistletoe Reunion / Mistletoe Bride
A season for love and family
Mistletoe Reunion by Cheryl St.John
When Marlys Boyd moves West hoping to find acceptance for her doctoring skills, she's surprised to find her former fiancé, Sam Mason, running the local newspaper. And with the ladies in town determined to make a match of the doctor and the single father, she's not sure she can resist building the family they once dreamed of.
Mistletoe Bride by Sherri Shackelford
Pregnant by a man who betrayed her trust, a mail-order marriage is Beatrix Haas's only hope. But when she arrives in Cowboy Creek and learns her intended groom has died, she needs a new daddy for the baby that's coming right away. Blacksmith Colton Werner offers the mother and child the protection of his name, but can their marriage of convenience ever lead to true love?
Mistletoe Reunion by Cheryl St.John
When Marlys Boyd moves West hoping to find acceptance for her doctoring skills, she's surprised to find her former fiancé, Sam Mason, running the local newspaper. And with the ladies in town determined to make a match of the doctor and the single father, she's not sure she can resist building the family they once dreamed of.
Mistletoe Bride by Sherri Shackelford
Pregnant by a man who betrayed her trust, a mail-order marriage is Beatrix Haas's only hope. But when she arrives in Cowboy Creek and learns her intended groom has died, she needs a new daddy for the baby that's coming right away. Blacksmith Colton Werner offers the mother and child the protection of his name, but can their marriage of convenience ever lead to true love?
288 pages, Mass Market Paperback
Published November 8, 2016
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Cheryl St. John
71 books552 followersCheryl is the author of more than fifty historical and contemporary romances. Her stories have earned numerous RITA nominations, Romantic Times awards and are published in over a dozen languages.
In describing her stories of second chances and redemption, readers and reviewers use words like, “emotional punch, hometown feel, core values, believable characters and real-life situations.”
With a 4.9 star rating on amazon, her bestselling non-fiction book, Writing With Emotion, Tension & Conflict by Writers Digest Books is available in print and digital.
In describing her stories of second chances and redemption, readers and reviewers use words like, “emotional punch, hometown feel, core values, believable characters and real-life situations.”
With a 4.9 star rating on amazon, her bestselling non-fiction book, Writing With Emotion, Tension & Conflict by Writers Digest Books is available in print and digital.
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January 9, 2017
Mistletoe Reunion
A sweet story of second chance love between Marlys, a female homeopathic doctor and Samuel, a journalist and author. They never expected to be reunited after so many years, and old feelings are brought to the surface again to be explored. I liked that Marlys is intellectual and driven in her career because she wants to help people. She is very compassionate which shows her softer side. Samuel is a perfect match for her because he admires her independence and the sacrifices she makes to benefit the lives of others. He's a bit hesitant to see if she has room in her life for him, but his son helps them bond and see the happiness that the love of being a family would bring.
Mistletoe Bride
This story has a fabulous beginning with a great hook- Colton marries Beatrix on her deathbed to provide a name for her soon to be born son... but she doesn't die! He instantly feels protective and concerned for her, and it doesn't wane after she recovers, but blossoms into care and affection. Their romance grows sweetly, I loved how he defends her and shows his regard for her in such sweet ways since he doesn't have any experience with relationships. He also has deeper issues about his past which brings another dimension to the story as Beatrix helps him turn to God for forgiveness. There is a bit of a language barrier in the beginning and a cultural dynamic such as the persecution against Austrians by those of German descent because of the war in Europe. Well-developed characters and a great plot made this a story I'll want to read again.
(I was provided a copy of this book by the publisher; all opinions in this review are my own)
A sweet story of second chance love between Marlys, a female homeopathic doctor and Samuel, a journalist and author. They never expected to be reunited after so many years, and old feelings are brought to the surface again to be explored. I liked that Marlys is intellectual and driven in her career because she wants to help people. She is very compassionate which shows her softer side. Samuel is a perfect match for her because he admires her independence and the sacrifices she makes to benefit the lives of others. He's a bit hesitant to see if she has room in her life for him, but his son helps them bond and see the happiness that the love of being a family would bring.
Mistletoe Bride
This story has a fabulous beginning with a great hook- Colton marries Beatrix on her deathbed to provide a name for her soon to be born son... but she doesn't die! He instantly feels protective and concerned for her, and it doesn't wane after she recovers, but blossoms into care and affection. Their romance grows sweetly, I loved how he defends her and shows his regard for her in such sweet ways since he doesn't have any experience with relationships. He also has deeper issues about his past which brings another dimension to the story as Beatrix helps him turn to God for forgiveness. There is a bit of a language barrier in the beginning and a cultural dynamic such as the persecution against Austrians by those of German descent because of the war in Europe. Well-developed characters and a great plot made this a story I'll want to read again.
(I was provided a copy of this book by the publisher; all opinions in this review are my own)
March 20, 2017
Cowboy Creek Christmas...two stories, one great book! I loved both stories and how they fused together beautifully. Both took place in the same town and around the same time, so things from the one novella were mentioned in the other and that was great.
While I did really enjoy both stories, I think I liked the second one, Mistletoe Bride, a bit more. I loved how the characters got married at the beginning of the story, it a sort of marriage of convenience way, and had to grow to love each other. So sweet!! I also loved how protective he was of her when some people said or did things to harm her.
All in all, a great book! I recommend it if you like Love Inspired Historical novels or Christmas stories. It's very good!
*I received a complimentary eBook copy of this book for my honest review. I was not required to give a positive review, only my honest opinion.*
While I did really enjoy both stories, I think I liked the second one, Mistletoe Bride, a bit more. I loved how the characters got married at the beginning of the story, it a sort of marriage of convenience way, and had to grow to love each other. So sweet!! I also loved how protective he was of her when some people said or did things to harm her.
All in all, a great book! I recommend it if you like Love Inspired Historical novels or Christmas stories. It's very good!
*I received a complimentary eBook copy of this book for my honest review. I was not required to give a positive review, only my honest opinion.*
February 9, 2017
5 STARS!
My rating is for the second story, Mistletoe Bride, in this 2 story novella collection within the multi-author Cowboy Creek Series. Since Sherri Shackelford is one of my favorite LI authors, I was anxious to read her inclusion in this set and will review Mistletoe Reunion when finished.
Mistletoe Bride by Sherri Shackelford
The sick and dying, Beatrix, concedes to her fate, but doesn't want her child born out of wedlock. The broken, but immensely caring Colton Werner is there to act as interpreter and understands her plea. In an ongoing effort to right the "wrongs" of his past and unsure if the unborn child will even survive, Colton selflessly offers to marry Beatrix before the impending birth.
First, I want to say how gutted I was emotionally right from the start. I was blown away by how I immediately felt brokenhearted for two characters that I hadn't even gotten a chance to get to know yet. My overly empathetic tendency longed to fight for and right alongside them. Sherri Shackelford, you outdid yourself in these opening scenes! I was quite unsure of the story's direction from that point. I'm so used to the author's marriage of convenience romance trope, BUT the heroine lay dying with an undefined illness! Yet, I needn't worry when left to this author's deft hands. I absolutely loved this story from beginning to end. I have to admit, I am not a big fan of novellas. I find it hard to immerse fully into a story that lacks the type of development you tend to get with full length books. I was never skeptical of Shackelford's capability within a limited page number, I just know my reading penchants. Well, I couldn't have been more wrong with this one. Colton was the damaged hero I'm always drawn to while Beatrix waited patiently to see in himself what she saw. I rejoiced in their HEA and felt it was well-deserved. In the end, I could always use more story, but I could say that about any book that I am enormously enjoying.
I received a copy of this story from the author. This review is my honest and unbiased opinion.
September 18, 2016
Mistletoe Reunion by Cheryl St. John
Marlys moves out west because she's heard they are more open to new ideas. And being a female doctor is difficult. She hopes that her alternative medicine will be more accepted in a small western town. But to her dismay, her former fiance is the owner of the local paper. Marlys broke her engagement to Sam years ago to pursue medicine. She still isn't sure she can handle marriage and medicine. But when the townswomen decide that Seth needs a wife, Marlys must decide if she's ready to lose Sam again.
Mistletoe Bride by Sherri Shackelford
Beatrix arrives in town as a mail order bride, abandoned by her family and the man who got her pregnant. What she doesn't expect is to hear that her fiance is dead or feel the labor pains that tell her the little one is coming sooner than anticipated. Colton, the local blacksmith, is pushed into helping with the birth when everyone realizes that he can speak to Beatrix in German. Neither one expect to walk away from the experience married.
Both of these stories were sweet, romantic, faith-based. They fit well with the other books in the series, but I think could be read as a stand-alone. Even though there are three authors writing in this series, they all did a great job of meshing the stories together and creating a fun little town to read about. I liked how the authors handled the prejudice that was so prevalent during that time period. They also did a great job of infusing faith and the Christmas spirit into the stories without it coming across as preachy. Overall, this was a really fun book to read. I enjoyed it and can't wait to see what these authors write next.
I received this book free of charge from NetGalley in exchange for my honest review.
Marlys moves out west because she's heard they are more open to new ideas. And being a female doctor is difficult. She hopes that her alternative medicine will be more accepted in a small western town. But to her dismay, her former fiance is the owner of the local paper. Marlys broke her engagement to Sam years ago to pursue medicine. She still isn't sure she can handle marriage and medicine. But when the townswomen decide that Seth needs a wife, Marlys must decide if she's ready to lose Sam again.
Mistletoe Bride by Sherri Shackelford
Beatrix arrives in town as a mail order bride, abandoned by her family and the man who got her pregnant. What she doesn't expect is to hear that her fiance is dead or feel the labor pains that tell her the little one is coming sooner than anticipated. Colton, the local blacksmith, is pushed into helping with the birth when everyone realizes that he can speak to Beatrix in German. Neither one expect to walk away from the experience married.
Both of these stories were sweet, romantic, faith-based. They fit well with the other books in the series, but I think could be read as a stand-alone. Even though there are three authors writing in this series, they all did a great job of meshing the stories together and creating a fun little town to read about. I liked how the authors handled the prejudice that was so prevalent during that time period. They also did a great job of infusing faith and the Christmas spirit into the stories without it coming across as preachy. Overall, this was a really fun book to read. I enjoyed it and can't wait to see what these authors write next.
I received this book free of charge from NetGalley in exchange for my honest review.
February 10, 2017
A cozy holiday read that didn't change my life - but a pleasant way to pass the time. I liked the Cheryl St. John story for the practical characters and the reunited theme - but she spends a lot of time on past romantic couples and "series stuff." I think fans of the other books in the series will love this, and while it wasn't confusing for me as a newcomer I wanted a lot more focus on the main romantic couple.
The Shackelford story featured a compelling plot, and I loved that the author didn't gloss over anti-immigrant sentiment - but I felt the ending was a little rushed. Other than that minor quibble, I rather enjoyed it.
The Shackelford story featured a compelling plot, and I loved that the author didn't gloss over anti-immigrant sentiment - but I felt the ending was a little rushed. Other than that minor quibble, I rather enjoyed it.
December 19, 2024
I had SO MUCH trouble with this. Mostly because I'm Messianic, and the feasts are a *HUGE* thing for me (and for the Bible, but not so much for chrischuns, which...)... Anyhow, Colossians 2:17 says that the feasts (in the apostolic age AFTER the Ascension) are a 'shadow of things to come', which means they're 100% relevant. Biblically - not for Christians. They've replaced the feasts with BS: Sukkot got swapped for X-mess, Pesach for Easter, and more.
Having said, Thanksgiving was originally the Sukkot feast celebrated by the Pilgrims who were Torah-observant and left Europe/Christendom for freedom. But then Christendom followed them, and bastardized Sukkot AGAIN... this time by way of Abraham Lincoln, making Sukkot Thanksgiving and MOVING it to November (a month that has NO harvesting associated with it). He made this a national observance in 1863, and Grant reaffirmed it after the Civil War.
What *PIXXXXED* me off was that *BOTH* of these authors 1) know NOTHING about the origins of Sukkot/T-Day, and 2) BOTH attributed the November observance to Andrew Johnson, who WAS NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR IT.
There's nothing like bad history to accompany bad religion.
Icing on cake? St. John says that the red berries are mistletoe. Um... red berries are *HOLLY*, and the mistletoe would be the white berries. Unless you're looking at desert mistletoe - and they're in *KANSAS*, so that would be a big NO.
Nothing like bad botany to accompany bad history and bad religion.
Now that THAT'S all out of the way...!!
"Mistletoe Reunion" wasn't a bad story. It just wasn't a good story, either. There was absolutely NO chemistry between the no-nonsense lady doctor and the newspaper man. Yes, they had history... apparently he loved her once, although we have NO evidence as to why or how he even could. She was all about education and learning, NOT romance, at any point in her life. None of it jived.
I'm also leery of homeopathic medicine. Yes, she can treat bruises, reduce swelling and relieve dryness, but actual MEDICINE? Like, sutures, appendix bursting, that kind of deeper, more urgent care? Not thinking she'd be much help without the stronger meds. Just sayin'.
"Mistletoe Bride" was better - a story about a fallen (read: pregnant) woman who travels from Austria to the West to a man who was supposed to marry her (but died before her arrival). We're never told what the heck is wrong that she's dying in childbirth, so that didn't set with me well, either. Maybe *they* didn't know, though.
Anyhow, the blacksmith steps up to 'marry' her and give her baby legitimacy, as her dying wish... except she lives. And hence begins the awkwardness that the author foisted upon us that wasn't really even there. He wasn't acting it, she wasn't feeling it... but we were TOLD it was there, so I guess that's that?
I had to take stars.
However, I do wish I had the three books that came before these (they're #4 and #5 in a series, except we're never told that, either). Also... THESE STORIES ARE BACKWARDS!!! The doctor alludes to the pregnant woman having given birth at the start of her story, and then we finish that tale, just to have the pregnant woman's story AFTER that.
Sometimes I wonder where 'Love, Inspired's head is.
What *REALLY* pissed me off was St. John's dedication in the front of the book. She says her dead friend is 'sitting at the right hand of God'. !!! Blasphemy!!! I recall James and John FIGHTING over this in the gospels, and Yeshua clearly telling them that the spot on God's right was reserved for HIM - NOT THEM. So where does St. John get off putting her friend there?!??!!? NO!!!
I can't even. Might need a break from 'Love, Inspired', after this.
Having said, Thanksgiving was originally the Sukkot feast celebrated by the Pilgrims who were Torah-observant and left Europe/Christendom for freedom. But then Christendom followed them, and bastardized Sukkot AGAIN... this time by way of Abraham Lincoln, making Sukkot Thanksgiving and MOVING it to November (a month that has NO harvesting associated with it). He made this a national observance in 1863, and Grant reaffirmed it after the Civil War.
What *PIXXXXED* me off was that *BOTH* of these authors 1) know NOTHING about the origins of Sukkot/T-Day, and 2) BOTH attributed the November observance to Andrew Johnson, who WAS NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR IT.
There's nothing like bad history to accompany bad religion.
Icing on cake? St. John says that the red berries are mistletoe. Um... red berries are *HOLLY*, and the mistletoe would be the white berries. Unless you're looking at desert mistletoe - and they're in *KANSAS*, so that would be a big NO.
Nothing like bad botany to accompany bad history and bad religion.
Now that THAT'S all out of the way...!!
"Mistletoe Reunion" wasn't a bad story. It just wasn't a good story, either. There was absolutely NO chemistry between the no-nonsense lady doctor and the newspaper man. Yes, they had history... apparently he loved her once, although we have NO evidence as to why or how he even could. She was all about education and learning, NOT romance, at any point in her life. None of it jived.
I'm also leery of homeopathic medicine. Yes, she can treat bruises, reduce swelling and relieve dryness, but actual MEDICINE? Like, sutures, appendix bursting, that kind of deeper, more urgent care? Not thinking she'd be much help without the stronger meds. Just sayin'.
"Mistletoe Bride" was better - a story about a fallen (read: pregnant) woman who travels from Austria to the West to a man who was supposed to marry her (but died before her arrival). We're never told what the heck is wrong that she's dying in childbirth, so that didn't set with me well, either. Maybe *they* didn't know, though.
Anyhow, the blacksmith steps up to 'marry' her and give her baby legitimacy, as her dying wish... except she lives. And hence begins the awkwardness that the author foisted upon us that wasn't really even there. He wasn't acting it, she wasn't feeling it... but we were TOLD it was there, so I guess that's that?
I had to take stars.
However, I do wish I had the three books that came before these (they're #4 and #5 in a series, except we're never told that, either). Also... THESE STORIES ARE BACKWARDS!!! The doctor alludes to the pregnant woman having given birth at the start of her story, and then we finish that tale, just to have the pregnant woman's story AFTER that.
Sometimes I wonder where 'Love, Inspired's head is.
What *REALLY* pissed me off was St. John's dedication in the front of the book. She says her dead friend is 'sitting at the right hand of God'. !!! Blasphemy!!! I recall James and John FIGHTING over this in the gospels, and Yeshua clearly telling them that the spot on God's right was reserved for HIM - NOT THEM. So where does St. John get off putting her friend there?!??!!? NO!!!
I can't even. Might need a break from 'Love, Inspired', after this.
November 14, 2016
Mistletoe Reunion by Cheryl St. John
Marlys Boyd—a female doctor using non-traditional medicine—has a lot of prejudices and misconceptions to overcome in a time of history when it was frowned upon for her profession. She’s practical, level-headed and keeps mostly to herself. When she meets up again with Sam Mason, her world begins to be turned upside down! Not only were these two engaged years ago, but Sam also has a young son. Has God put these two back together to not only work through the past, but rekindle their love?
Mistletoe Bride by Sherri Shackelford
Beatrix Haas is in a fix when she arrives in Cowboy Creek! As a pregnant mail-order bride, she finds her would be husband is dead and she’s about to give birth. Colton Werner sums up the grave situation and offers marriage in order to protect her and give the baby his name. What plan does God have in store for this marriage of convenience?
Two stories intertwine to bring us a message of hope, faith and love in a fictional up-and-coming town that feels real to the reader! Characters with flaws, past mistakes, and regrets remind us of who we can go to in times of trouble—God! Each story also equally portrays finding love in circumstances sometimes beyond our control or understanding, but just as heart-warming and sweet. A wonderful two-in-one story sure to please during the holiday season!
*I received a complimentary copy from the author & a favorable review was not required of me. All opinions expressed here are strictly my own.*
Marlys Boyd—a female doctor using non-traditional medicine—has a lot of prejudices and misconceptions to overcome in a time of history when it was frowned upon for her profession. She’s practical, level-headed and keeps mostly to herself. When she meets up again with Sam Mason, her world begins to be turned upside down! Not only were these two engaged years ago, but Sam also has a young son. Has God put these two back together to not only work through the past, but rekindle their love?
Mistletoe Bride by Sherri Shackelford
Beatrix Haas is in a fix when she arrives in Cowboy Creek! As a pregnant mail-order bride, she finds her would be husband is dead and she’s about to give birth. Colton Werner sums up the grave situation and offers marriage in order to protect her and give the baby his name. What plan does God have in store for this marriage of convenience?
Two stories intertwine to bring us a message of hope, faith and love in a fictional up-and-coming town that feels real to the reader! Characters with flaws, past mistakes, and regrets remind us of who we can go to in times of trouble—God! Each story also equally portrays finding love in circumstances sometimes beyond our control or understanding, but just as heart-warming and sweet. A wonderful two-in-one story sure to please during the holiday season!
*I received a complimentary copy from the author & a favorable review was not required of me. All opinions expressed here are strictly my own.*
May 17, 2017
You have two stories about Cowboy Creek.
Mistletoe Reunion - Marlys is the new doctor in town, but people aren't sure about her yet. She's a female and she doesn't have a traditional practice. She's strong. When she refused to marry, her father disowned her. She found a way to go to medical school and move west on her own. As she gets to know the town she finds out that her former fiancée is the newspaper editor. The two reconnect and have a chance to learn about the people they have become.
Mistletoe Bride - Beatrix has been shunned by her family and sent to America to marry a stranger. She's pregnant, alone, and barely speaks English when she learns that her fiancée died. Colton is called to help translate and ends up marrying Beatrix. Both Colton and Beatrix have to overcome their pasts so that they can have a chance at a future.
Mistletoe Reunion - Marlys is the new doctor in town, but people aren't sure about her yet. She's a female and she doesn't have a traditional practice. She's strong. When she refused to marry, her father disowned her. She found a way to go to medical school and move west on her own. As she gets to know the town she finds out that her former fiancée is the newspaper editor. The two reconnect and have a chance to learn about the people they have become.
Mistletoe Bride - Beatrix has been shunned by her family and sent to America to marry a stranger. She's pregnant, alone, and barely speaks English when she learns that her fiancée died. Colton is called to help translate and ends up marrying Beatrix. Both Colton and Beatrix have to overcome their pasts so that they can have a chance at a future.
March 17, 2020
Cowboy Creek Christmas is two books in one. The first Misletoe Christmas tells of a woman doctor whom comes to Cowboy Creek and opens her own practice while reuniting from a guy from her past. This story jumps around some and condenses a few months into a few pages. The main character is likable yet also at points blunt which could be explored more. The second story Mistletoe Bride tells of a pregnant Austrian woman whom arrives in Cowboy Creek to meet a man to marry only to realize that he is dead and her survival as a new mom, wife, and citizen of the town. This story interesting yet presents distance with the main character’s new husband. The reader is told the story yet still there is a lack of actually getting to know the characters as this story also jumps in storyline.
October 4, 2017
I am only reviewing Mistletoe Bride by Sherri Shackelford at this time.
I really liked this story. Its been a while since I read a cowboy creek story but I had no problems getting into this one. Beatrix came to a country she didn't know, prepared to marry a man she never met all while sick and pregnant! That girl is my hero! Colton has such guilt about his brother's death that he hides inside himself until his new family is targeted by bullies. Loved the ending and I'm looking forward to another visit in Cowboy Creek.
I really liked this story. Its been a while since I read a cowboy creek story but I had no problems getting into this one. Beatrix came to a country she didn't know, prepared to marry a man she never met all while sick and pregnant! That girl is my hero! Colton has such guilt about his brother's death that he hides inside himself until his new family is targeted by bullies. Loved the ending and I'm looking forward to another visit in Cowboy Creek.
May 25, 2024
Mistletoe Reunion - fabulous book. I really enjoyed it.
Mistletoe Bride - I loved this story. It was short sweet and filled with love.
Mistletoe Bride - I loved this story. It was short sweet and filled with love.
November 28, 2016
CHRISTMAS TIME AT COWBOY CREEK FOR TWO NEW COUPLES
With each story, we have a chance to see people from previous stories and learn how their lives have progressed, how the town is growing and get a glimpse at new residents. Each story can read as a standalone, and even better as a collective series. They are clean romances that have a Christian undertone with a moral message, just sharing the love of God and His word in a way that is appropriate to that story. There is a great cast of characters, social interaction, a little bit of angst, some sweet moments, and as in everything else in life, some decisions to make. In this book, we get two short but sweet stories by two of the previous authors. There is always a little extra magical moment at Christmas time.
Mistletoe Reunion by Cheryl St.John
THAT MISTLETOE REALLY WORKS!
I enjoyed this return to Cowboy Creek, the quaint town that is growing by leaps and bounds with new families, new businesses, new mail-order brides and new babies. From Pennsylvania to Cowboy Creek will reunite two people who have a history together that includes heartache.
Dr. Marlys Boyd is a healer who believes in a different type of medicine, including natural herbs and treatments. She is very well educated, loves history and speaks many languages. She angered her father when she continued to pursue the field of medicine and even broke off a short engagement. She has resolved her life will be to her patients, medicine and healing, even if that means she will never have a love of a good man and a family. It is the sacrifice she has chosen to make. “God created the body to do the healing itself. I simply treat the symptoms in a manner that best advance the process.”
Newspaperman and journalist, Samuel Woods Mason, has decided to move westward to Cowboy Creek, along with his son, August, to run the newspaper. Sam’s wife died in childbirth, and his mother helped raise his son, mostly by herself when Sam went off to war for many years. August is upset that he had to leave his grandmother, but he has been making many friends at school, and slowly this father and son are connecting.
What a shock for two people from Pennsylvania to meet again in Cowboy Creek after all these years. Sam and Marlys had a very short engagement, and she broke it off to pursue her dream of medicine and healing. Now they have been reunited, but her choice deeply hurt Sam in life. Watching her tend to her patients, and learning more about her and her talents give him a better insight to her after all these years. But, can two people, with a history, and heartache have a second chance at happiness? Will a prestigious offer have Marlys leaving again for her career? “Her heart was no different. Love knew no boundaries. Love translated into any language.” “The path we take aren’t always straight and flat. There are plenty of curves and valleys while getting to where we’re supposed to be.”
Mistletoe Bride by Sherri Shackelford
ONLY THE BLESSED COULD SEE BEAUTIFUL THINGS IN HUMBLE PLACES
The town Blacksmith, Colton Werner is a man that keeps to himself, was highly decorated during the War Between The States, serving under Will Canfield, and alongside Daniel and Noah. He has been haunted by a ghost from his childhood and feels unlovable. After the death of his twin brother, Joseph, he went to live with his paternal German grandparents in Pennsylvania until after the war where he moved to Cowboy Creek
Beatrix Haas has left her home in Austria and traveled to America and then on to Cowboy Creek with the intention of marrying Sheriff Quincy Davis who is willing to marry her and give her baby his name. Arriving in town, in labor, and in a critical condition, not speaking fluent English, and Leah needing someone to help interrupt German, Colton is brought in. The situation is dire for Beatrix and the infant. To give her baby a name, they marry right before the baby is born. But it is touch and go for both mother and child.
Two people, each with a past, heartache, grief, and isolation will find themselves together. Can a baby help heal these two adults and give them a chance at a future? There is trouble brewing in town with some young teens harassing Beatrix. News from far away could change the future and shatter dreams. “She’d been living as a pariah for so long, his simple acceptance of her and her baby lifted a crushing weight from her shoulders.” Will Colton and Beatrix realize that you make your own fate? And will they find their HEA ending?
With each story, we have a chance to see people from previous stories and learn how their lives have progressed, how the town is growing and get a glimpse at new residents. Each story can read as a standalone, and even better as a collective series. They are clean romances that have a Christian undertone with a moral message, just sharing the love of God and His word in a way that is appropriate to that story. There is a great cast of characters, social interaction, a little bit of angst, some sweet moments, and as in everything else in life, some decisions to make. In this book, we get two short but sweet stories by two of the previous authors. There is always a little extra magical moment at Christmas time.
Mistletoe Reunion by Cheryl St.John
THAT MISTLETOE REALLY WORKS!
I enjoyed this return to Cowboy Creek, the quaint town that is growing by leaps and bounds with new families, new businesses, new mail-order brides and new babies. From Pennsylvania to Cowboy Creek will reunite two people who have a history together that includes heartache.
Dr. Marlys Boyd is a healer who believes in a different type of medicine, including natural herbs and treatments. She is very well educated, loves history and speaks many languages. She angered her father when she continued to pursue the field of medicine and even broke off a short engagement. She has resolved her life will be to her patients, medicine and healing, even if that means she will never have a love of a good man and a family. It is the sacrifice she has chosen to make. “God created the body to do the healing itself. I simply treat the symptoms in a manner that best advance the process.”
Newspaperman and journalist, Samuel Woods Mason, has decided to move westward to Cowboy Creek, along with his son, August, to run the newspaper. Sam’s wife died in childbirth, and his mother helped raise his son, mostly by herself when Sam went off to war for many years. August is upset that he had to leave his grandmother, but he has been making many friends at school, and slowly this father and son are connecting.
What a shock for two people from Pennsylvania to meet again in Cowboy Creek after all these years. Sam and Marlys had a very short engagement, and she broke it off to pursue her dream of medicine and healing. Now they have been reunited, but her choice deeply hurt Sam in life. Watching her tend to her patients, and learning more about her and her talents give him a better insight to her after all these years. But, can two people, with a history, and heartache have a second chance at happiness? Will a prestigious offer have Marlys leaving again for her career? “Her heart was no different. Love knew no boundaries. Love translated into any language.” “The path we take aren’t always straight and flat. There are plenty of curves and valleys while getting to where we’re supposed to be.”
Mistletoe Bride by Sherri Shackelford
ONLY THE BLESSED COULD SEE BEAUTIFUL THINGS IN HUMBLE PLACES
The town Blacksmith, Colton Werner is a man that keeps to himself, was highly decorated during the War Between The States, serving under Will Canfield, and alongside Daniel and Noah. He has been haunted by a ghost from his childhood and feels unlovable. After the death of his twin brother, Joseph, he went to live with his paternal German grandparents in Pennsylvania until after the war where he moved to Cowboy Creek
Beatrix Haas has left her home in Austria and traveled to America and then on to Cowboy Creek with the intention of marrying Sheriff Quincy Davis who is willing to marry her and give her baby his name. Arriving in town, in labor, and in a critical condition, not speaking fluent English, and Leah needing someone to help interrupt German, Colton is brought in. The situation is dire for Beatrix and the infant. To give her baby a name, they marry right before the baby is born. But it is touch and go for both mother and child.
Two people, each with a past, heartache, grief, and isolation will find themselves together. Can a baby help heal these two adults and give them a chance at a future? There is trouble brewing in town with some young teens harassing Beatrix. News from far away could change the future and shatter dreams. “She’d been living as a pariah for so long, his simple acceptance of her and her baby lifted a crushing weight from her shoulders.” Will Colton and Beatrix realize that you make your own fate? And will they find their HEA ending?
June 14, 2019
First of all, I thought the stories should have been reversed. Beatrix has already had her baby in 'Mistletoe Reunion.'
Mistletoe Reunion (Cheryl St. John) Surprisingly, this St. John story did not 'speak to me.' In fact, I thought it was rather dull.
After ending her engagement, Marlys Boyd went on to become a doctor. She decided to move West, where the pioneer spirit of the people might make them more receptive to the type of physician she had become (Homeopathic).
After moving to Kansas, Dr. Boyd meets her old fiancee again. This was too much of a coincidence to be likely. Sam Mason, now a widower, has a son. Sam is still interested in Marlys but is afraid to chance his heart again.
Mistletoe Bride (Sherri Shackelford) Beatrix Haas is midway into childbirth when the midwife finds someone who can speak German to the frightened and rapidly wearying young Austrian. When Beatrix finds out that her intended husband has died before she could arrive, she is filled with despair. Her grip on life starts to slip.
Blacksmith Colton Werner, realizing the Beatrix will probably die, offers to marry her so her child will have a name. Beatrix accepts gratefully.
When Beatrix survives, each partner has to decide what he/she wants. Should they divorce, so each can marry a person of his own choosing?
This story was more engaging than the first one. 3.5 stars
Mistletoe Reunion (Cheryl St. John) Surprisingly, this St. John story did not 'speak to me.' In fact, I thought it was rather dull.
After ending her engagement, Marlys Boyd went on to become a doctor. She decided to move West, where the pioneer spirit of the people might make them more receptive to the type of physician she had become (Homeopathic).
After moving to Kansas, Dr. Boyd meets her old fiancee again. This was too much of a coincidence to be likely. Sam Mason, now a widower, has a son. Sam is still interested in Marlys but is afraid to chance his heart again.
Mistletoe Bride (Sherri Shackelford) Beatrix Haas is midway into childbirth when the midwife finds someone who can speak German to the frightened and rapidly wearying young Austrian. When Beatrix finds out that her intended husband has died before she could arrive, she is filled with despair. Her grip on life starts to slip.
Blacksmith Colton Werner, realizing the Beatrix will probably die, offers to marry her so her child will have a name. Beatrix accepts gratefully.
When Beatrix survives, each partner has to decide what he/she wants. Should they divorce, so each can marry a person of his own choosing?
This story was more engaging than the first one. 3.5 stars
November 14, 2016
Two beautiful novellas situated during the first Thanksgiving festivities where both women have to make a decision between two destinies both alluring on their own merit.
In Mistletoe Reunion by Cheryl St.John Marlys and Sam has a second chance to built a future together. Marlys is a doctor of advanced medicine and has always been career oriented and sure of it that she should choose between career or happy marriage. But Sam sees her as she is, and respects her knowledge and abilities, and encourage her to make a difference in the field of medicine no matter what the consequences. I felt the struggle they had, from their past connection to trusting again, the experimental status of Marlys's treatments, the wonder of what the future holds. But with adjusting and compromise, they find a way to each other again until Marlys gets a career offer like no other. Very forward thinking and thought provoking tale with sweet romance and trusting in faith to guide them to their destiny.
Mistletoe Bride by Sherri Shackelford is an intense and fragile tale of a marriage of convenience. The aftermath of the European war makes its ugly head rise up in the Kansas town where Colton does his best to protect his sudden and unplanned bride. The circumstances of their marriage are peculiar yet with time and care the true feelings grow. I loved Colton and Beatrix. The fragility of the situation they are in was palpable. The obstacles on their way were enormous, yet their willingness to work on their relationship, to compromise and accept each other was remarkable.
The stories parallel each other as the two couples are fumbling into love during the first Thanksgiving celebration. Their journeys are filled with hindrance and challenges, but with faith, hope, and love in the play, they have a fighting chance to find the forever and a day kind of love in their lives
~ Four Spoons with a teaspoon on the side
In Mistletoe Reunion by Cheryl St.John Marlys and Sam has a second chance to built a future together. Marlys is a doctor of advanced medicine and has always been career oriented and sure of it that she should choose between career or happy marriage. But Sam sees her as she is, and respects her knowledge and abilities, and encourage her to make a difference in the field of medicine no matter what the consequences. I felt the struggle they had, from their past connection to trusting again, the experimental status of Marlys's treatments, the wonder of what the future holds. But with adjusting and compromise, they find a way to each other again until Marlys gets a career offer like no other. Very forward thinking and thought provoking tale with sweet romance and trusting in faith to guide them to their destiny.
Mistletoe Bride by Sherri Shackelford is an intense and fragile tale of a marriage of convenience. The aftermath of the European war makes its ugly head rise up in the Kansas town where Colton does his best to protect his sudden and unplanned bride. The circumstances of their marriage are peculiar yet with time and care the true feelings grow. I loved Colton and Beatrix. The fragility of the situation they are in was palpable. The obstacles on their way were enormous, yet their willingness to work on their relationship, to compromise and accept each other was remarkable.
The stories parallel each other as the two couples are fumbling into love during the first Thanksgiving celebration. Their journeys are filled with hindrance and challenges, but with faith, hope, and love in the play, they have a fighting chance to find the forever and a day kind of love in their lives
~ Four Spoons with a teaspoon on the side
December 2, 2016
This is a novella and a wonderful read. I so enjoy these two authors. These stories are well written and heart warming, just what you need on a cold day with a cup of hot cocoa. I know you will enjoy these stories.
Mistletoe Reunion by Cheryl St. John
Marlys Boyd has spent her whole life pursuing medicine, not just any kind of medicine but holistic or natural medicine. Now that she is a doctor she must find a place where people will accept her so she moves to Cowboy Creek, Kansas. Upon arrival she finds her ex-fiancee is the newspaper owner. Suddenly she begins to question her decisions to cut him out of her life.
Sam Mason is still attracted to Marlys but with a young son he doesn't want to have his heart broke one more time. He feels he must help the town accept her though and he must protect her from their fear.
Mistletoe Bride by Sherri Shackelford
When a very pregnant, very ill woman arrives in Cowboy Creek the midwife asks Colton Werner to help her as the woman was only speaking German and she couldn't understand her. No one expects her or the baby to live through the night.
Beatrix Hass tells him she is a mail-order bride but the man she was to marry had recently died. To reassure her he marries the woman to give the child a name and the woman hope.
Colton is horrified to have to actually help deliver the baby but something happens in his heart as he hold this small life that is not breathing. He goes out to clean up the little body but the washing brought the baby back.
These two stories are great and show God always has a plan. None of the couples had any hope for their future but God brought them together and gave them a hope and a future. God has a plan for you two. Give Him your heart and lay down your control and watch Him work out your problems. God is so good.
Mistletoe Reunion by Cheryl St. John
Marlys Boyd has spent her whole life pursuing medicine, not just any kind of medicine but holistic or natural medicine. Now that she is a doctor she must find a place where people will accept her so she moves to Cowboy Creek, Kansas. Upon arrival she finds her ex-fiancee is the newspaper owner. Suddenly she begins to question her decisions to cut him out of her life.
Sam Mason is still attracted to Marlys but with a young son he doesn't want to have his heart broke one more time. He feels he must help the town accept her though and he must protect her from their fear.
Mistletoe Bride by Sherri Shackelford
When a very pregnant, very ill woman arrives in Cowboy Creek the midwife asks Colton Werner to help her as the woman was only speaking German and she couldn't understand her. No one expects her or the baby to live through the night.
Beatrix Hass tells him she is a mail-order bride but the man she was to marry had recently died. To reassure her he marries the woman to give the child a name and the woman hope.
Colton is horrified to have to actually help deliver the baby but something happens in his heart as he hold this small life that is not breathing. He goes out to clean up the little body but the washing brought the baby back.
These two stories are great and show God always has a plan. None of the couples had any hope for their future but God brought them together and gave them a hope and a future. God has a plan for you two. Give Him your heart and lay down your control and watch Him work out your problems. God is so good.
November 8, 2016
Marlys moves out west because she's heard they are more open to new ideas. And being a female doctor is difficult. She hopes that her alternative medicine will be more accepted in a small western town. But to her dismay, her former fiance is the owner of the local paper. Marlys broke her engagement to Sam years ago to pursue medicine. She still isn't sure she can handle marriage and medicine. But when the townswomen decide that Seth needs a wife, Marlys must decide if she's ready to lose Sam again.
Mistletoe Bride by Sherri Shackelford
Beatrix arrives in town as a mail order bride, abandoned by her family and the man who got her pregnant. What she doesn't expect is to hear that her fiance is dead or feel the labor pains that tell her the little one is coming sooner than anticipated. Colton, the local blacksmith, is pushed into helping with the birth when everyone realizes that he can speak to Beatrix in German. Neither one expect to walk away from the experience married.
Both of these stories were sweet, romantic, faith-based. They fit well with the other books in the series, but I think could be read as a stand-alone. Even though there are three authors writing in this series, they all did a great job of meshing the stories together and creating a fun little town to read about. I liked how the authors handled the prejudice that was so prevalent during that time period. They also did a great job of infusing faith and the Christmas spirit into the stories without it coming across as preachy. Overall, this was a really fun book to read. I enjoyed it and can't wait to see what these authors write next.
I received this book free of charge from NetGalley in exchange for my honest review.
Mistletoe Bride by Sherri Shackelford
Beatrix arrives in town as a mail order bride, abandoned by her family and the man who got her pregnant. What she doesn't expect is to hear that her fiance is dead or feel the labor pains that tell her the little one is coming sooner than anticipated. Colton, the local blacksmith, is pushed into helping with the birth when everyone realizes that he can speak to Beatrix in German. Neither one expect to walk away from the experience married.
Both of these stories were sweet, romantic, faith-based. They fit well with the other books in the series, but I think could be read as a stand-alone. Even though there are three authors writing in this series, they all did a great job of meshing the stories together and creating a fun little town to read about. I liked how the authors handled the prejudice that was so prevalent during that time period. They also did a great job of infusing faith and the Christmas spirit into the stories without it coming across as preachy. Overall, this was a really fun book to read. I enjoyed it and can't wait to see what these authors write next.
I received this book free of charge from NetGalley in exchange for my honest review.
November 8, 2016
Marlys moves out west because she's heard they are more open to new ideas. And being a female doctor is difficult. She hopes that her alternative medicine will be more accepted in a small western town. But to her dismay, her former fiance is the owner of the local paper. Marlys broke her engagement to Sam years ago to pursue medicine. She still isn't sure she can handle marriage and medicine. But when the townswomen decide that Seth needs a wife, Marlys must decide if she's ready to lose Sam again.
Mistletoe Bride by Sherri Shackelford
Beatrix arrives in town as a mail order bride, abandoned by her family and the man who got her pregnant. What she doesn't expect is to hear that her fiance is dead or feel the labor pains that tell her the little one is coming sooner than anticipated. Colton, the local blacksmith, is pushed into helping with the birth when everyone realizes that he can speak to Beatrix in German. Neither one expect to walk away from the experience married.
Both of these stories were sweet, romantic, faith-based. They fit well with the other books in the series, but I think could be read as a stand-alone. Even though there are three authors writing in this series, they all did a great job of meshing the stories together and creating a fun little town to read about. I liked how the authors handled the prejudice that was so prevalent during that time period. They also did a great job of infusing faith and the Christmas spirit into the stories without it coming across as preachy. Overall, this was a really fun book to read. I enjoyed it and can't wait to see what these authors write next.
I received this book free of charge from NetGalley in exchange for my honest review.
Mistletoe Bride by Sherri Shackelford
Beatrix arrives in town as a mail order bride, abandoned by her family and the man who got her pregnant. What she doesn't expect is to hear that her fiance is dead or feel the labor pains that tell her the little one is coming sooner than anticipated. Colton, the local blacksmith, is pushed into helping with the birth when everyone realizes that he can speak to Beatrix in German. Neither one expect to walk away from the experience married.
Both of these stories were sweet, romantic, faith-based. They fit well with the other books in the series, but I think could be read as a stand-alone. Even though there are three authors writing in this series, they all did a great job of meshing the stories together and creating a fun little town to read about. I liked how the authors handled the prejudice that was so prevalent during that time period. They also did a great job of infusing faith and the Christmas spirit into the stories without it coming across as preachy. Overall, this was a really fun book to read. I enjoyed it and can't wait to see what these authors write next.
I received this book free of charge from NetGalley in exchange for my honest review.
October 21, 2016
It was great to visit Cowboy Creek again. If I lived during this time in history, I would want to live in this town! I love the cast of characters that live in this town! In this book we get to meet four more people! First we meet Marlys and Sam. At first Marlys (love the name, by the way!) was a little hard to get to know but then you learn her back story and you understand why she acts the way she does! She's a doctor of "alternative" medicine - very strange in those days! She hopes the people of Cowboy Creek will embrace her and her different ways, especially because she's a woman. Imagine her surprise when she discovers her ex-fiancée, Sam, lives in the same western town! Their story is fun and sweet! Sam is a newspaper guy with a young son and I immediately loved him! His son is adorable too!
The other couple we meet is Beatrix and Colton. Beatrix's story is very compelling! She speaks very little English and has only come to America because she is an unwed mother and was shamed in her country. I can only imagine coming to a foreign country, alone, pregnant and not speaking the language. You don't know anyone and you suddenly go into a complicated labor! Enter Colton - a man in town who speaks a little German so he helps the doctor while Beatrix is going through labor. He decides to marry Beatrix at that time so her baby will have a father & a name since Beatrix might die. What a selfless act! I kept thinking what I would do in that circumstance! Well, Beatrix doesn't die and suddenly Colton & Beatrix are spouses, trying to figure out how to live a marriage of convenience! I loved this story!
The other couple we meet is Beatrix and Colton. Beatrix's story is very compelling! She speaks very little English and has only come to America because she is an unwed mother and was shamed in her country. I can only imagine coming to a foreign country, alone, pregnant and not speaking the language. You don't know anyone and you suddenly go into a complicated labor! Enter Colton - a man in town who speaks a little German so he helps the doctor while Beatrix is going through labor. He decides to marry Beatrix at that time so her baby will have a father & a name since Beatrix might die. What a selfless act! I kept thinking what I would do in that circumstance! Well, Beatrix doesn't die and suddenly Colton & Beatrix are spouses, trying to figure out how to live a marriage of convenience! I loved this story!
November 4, 2016
This is two novellas that are stand alone novellas, yet I love the Cowboy creek series and would encourage you to read them all, Want Ad Wedding, Special Delivery Baby and Bride by Arrangement. You will fall in love with all those in Cowboy Creek.
Mistletoe Reunion - We meet the determined and sometimes a little awkward, Dr. Marlys Boyd. Her methods are not always typical yet her heart is in the right place. When she comes to Cowboy Creek to start her practice she is not expecting to run into a man from her past. Is God leading her in a direction she is totally unprepared for or is there another choice?
Sam Mason is a father and writer. He is trying to build a relationship with his young son and start a new life in Cowboy Creek. When the one woman who hurt his pride and heart enters his life again, can he become friends only?
I loved the story of Marlys and Sam. Their history, determination, friendship and wanting Gods will. With all its twist and turns this is a great read.
Mistletoe Bride - Colton has been introduced to us in previous Cowboy Creek books, however this somewhat recluse, moose of a man, becomes front and center when he meets Beatrix. When Colton decides to do the right thing, can he forgive his past and truly have a future?
Beatrix has found herself in desperate need of a rescue. When the rough and very masculine man may be her only hope will they find a happy ever after?
This novella is full of forgiving yourself, living with your consequences, trusting God and so much more.
I love the town of Cowboy Creek and enjoy every visit I have made there in the entire series.
Mistletoe Reunion - We meet the determined and sometimes a little awkward, Dr. Marlys Boyd. Her methods are not always typical yet her heart is in the right place. When she comes to Cowboy Creek to start her practice she is not expecting to run into a man from her past. Is God leading her in a direction she is totally unprepared for or is there another choice?
Sam Mason is a father and writer. He is trying to build a relationship with his young son and start a new life in Cowboy Creek. When the one woman who hurt his pride and heart enters his life again, can he become friends only?
I loved the story of Marlys and Sam. Their history, determination, friendship and wanting Gods will. With all its twist and turns this is a great read.
Mistletoe Bride - Colton has been introduced to us in previous Cowboy Creek books, however this somewhat recluse, moose of a man, becomes front and center when he meets Beatrix. When Colton decides to do the right thing, can he forgive his past and truly have a future?
Beatrix has found herself in desperate need of a rescue. When the rough and very masculine man may be her only hope will they find a happy ever after?
This novella is full of forgiving yourself, living with your consequences, trusting God and so much more.
I love the town of Cowboy Creek and enjoy every visit I have made there in the entire series.
November 14, 2016
Two stories in one book by Cheryl StJohn writes Mistletoe Reunion
Sherri Shackelford writes Mistletoe Bride, in "Cowboy Creek Christmas"
I so enjoyed getting back to Cowboy Creek and meeting some more ladies that have come to town, along with the ones that are already here and settled down.
Cheryl tells of Marlys Boyd a doctor that is a woman-does her work with herbs and comnon sense, she has chose to move west hoping to be accepted better in her profession. Who would have thought she would run into the man she had been engaged to and broke the engagement wanting to pursue her education and become a doctor....She cared for him but also wanted to be more then a wife.
Sherri writes about a mail order bride coming to wed as she is pregnant and wants her child to have a name. The trip is hard on her and soon she is in labor before she meets the husband to be. The midwife sees she is in trouble and when she only speaks German ,she calls in Colton Werner to help with the language barrier. He is the larger then life blacksmith in town but has a heart of gold and when he sees the woman may die and knowing her intended is already dead,he steps in to marry her so the child will have a name.
When Beatrix Haa's sees how this man who knows her language and has a heart to help her she garners strength to get better and delivers a son, Colton names him for a brother that had died-Joseph. Can this marriage last ? can they become more then friends as time moves along and Beatrix gets better in the weeks ahead?
This Christmas book is sure to let you enjoy some reading time as I did.
Sherri Shackelford writes Mistletoe Bride, in "Cowboy Creek Christmas"
I so enjoyed getting back to Cowboy Creek and meeting some more ladies that have come to town, along with the ones that are already here and settled down.
Cheryl tells of Marlys Boyd a doctor that is a woman-does her work with herbs and comnon sense, she has chose to move west hoping to be accepted better in her profession. Who would have thought she would run into the man she had been engaged to and broke the engagement wanting to pursue her education and become a doctor....She cared for him but also wanted to be more then a wife.
Sherri writes about a mail order bride coming to wed as she is pregnant and wants her child to have a name. The trip is hard on her and soon she is in labor before she meets the husband to be. The midwife sees she is in trouble and when she only speaks German ,she calls in Colton Werner to help with the language barrier. He is the larger then life blacksmith in town but has a heart of gold and when he sees the woman may die and knowing her intended is already dead,he steps in to marry her so the child will have a name.
When Beatrix Haa's sees how this man who knows her language and has a heart to help her she garners strength to get better and delivers a son, Colton names him for a brother that had died-Joseph. Can this marriage last ? can they become more then friends as time moves along and Beatrix gets better in the weeks ahead?
This Christmas book is sure to let you enjoy some reading time as I did.
September 21, 2016
This is a different book because it is two stories within one book. They are both enjoyable and heartfelt.
Ms. St. John writes about a female Homeopathic Doctor beginning her practice in Cowboy Creek. Dr. Boyd is knowledgeable about herbs, salves, natural minerals and people in general. After having fought her father to get her education and struggling to open a practice, she is patient, kind and energetic. Dr. Marlys Boyd is a force to be reckoned with when she sets her mind to a project. Because she speaks several languages, she has her heart set on a visit to the Cheyenne village. She needs a guide and off she goes to learn more healing.
The other story, by Ms. Shackelford, coincides with the same time frame but different main characters. The Ferrier is a large man named Colton Werner. He is near the train as it comes into Cowboy Creek and assists a small woman heavy with child, Beatrix. She has come to marry the Sheriff who was killed while rounding up a gang of thieves. The Midwife, Leah, takes over and the hours of difficult delivery with this tired and distraught woman is memorable and near tragic as baby Joseph is born.
Both stories are delightful and full of energy and great adventure. I was privileged to receive an early copy and assure fans of Christian books that this is definitely worth your time and energy. I feel personally better after having taken the time to read these stories.
Ms. St. John writes about a female Homeopathic Doctor beginning her practice in Cowboy Creek. Dr. Boyd is knowledgeable about herbs, salves, natural minerals and people in general. After having fought her father to get her education and struggling to open a practice, she is patient, kind and energetic. Dr. Marlys Boyd is a force to be reckoned with when she sets her mind to a project. Because she speaks several languages, she has her heart set on a visit to the Cheyenne village. She needs a guide and off she goes to learn more healing.
The other story, by Ms. Shackelford, coincides with the same time frame but different main characters. The Ferrier is a large man named Colton Werner. He is near the train as it comes into Cowboy Creek and assists a small woman heavy with child, Beatrix. She has come to marry the Sheriff who was killed while rounding up a gang of thieves. The Midwife, Leah, takes over and the hours of difficult delivery with this tired and distraught woman is memorable and near tragic as baby Joseph is born.
Both stories are delightful and full of energy and great adventure. I was privileged to receive an early copy and assure fans of Christian books that this is definitely worth your time and energy. I feel personally better after having taken the time to read these stories.
December 1, 2016
Mistletoe Reunion Review: Unfortunately this is one of those rare books that I didn't find myself enjoying. It was nice enough to say that it was okay but I really couldn't get into it. I thought it was a because I don't find myself drawn to historical books but I've been branching out when it comes to that and I don't think that's it. I figured since it was supposed to be holiday themed I would give this book a chance. When it comes to reading I don't feel like I should force myself to read books that I do not enjoy. So I wasn't able to finish this book. It was an ok book, it dragged the characters were good. I just didnt find myself enjoying it.
Mistletoe Bride Review: I really did find myself enjoying it. It was fast-paced and jumped right into things it was a pretty good book.I'm not into the idea of mail order brides which upon hearing that it almost turned me off of this book but I decided to give it a fair chance to trudge through and looking past that I did find it pretty good. I enjoyed the characters, it was weird how things turned out at first but it turned out pretty good. Overall a good book.
Mistletoe Bride Review: I really did find myself enjoying it. It was fast-paced and jumped right into things it was a pretty good book.I'm not into the idea of mail order brides which upon hearing that it almost turned me off of this book but I decided to give it a fair chance to trudge through and looking past that I did find it pretty good. I enjoyed the characters, it was weird how things turned out at first but it turned out pretty good. Overall a good book.
February 7, 2017
I love the People of Cowboy Creek & was so happy to have two stories set with the characters that make up this special town. In Mistletoe Reunion, Loved meeting the new doctor in town and to hear how she uses different methods & of course how people did not exactly take to new methods. Add in an ex fiancé & well, the story was what I expected from Cheryl St. John. The next story was one of sadness, hope & love. Sherri Shackleford wrote a story of how everyone deserves a second chance at love but takes us through how to overcome ones past & make a new & better life for themselves & their family.
November 13, 2016
It was absolutely wonderful to return to Cowboy Creek. From the first page it was like a reunion with beloved friends and meeting new ones.
I loved that the two heroines in this book were strong women who didn't give up on their hopes or dreams in spite of their fathers' cruelty. I also loved the beautiful message that home is where you find love. Love, faith, community, and friendship can heal even the deepest wounds.
I really hope that there will be more Cowboy Creek stories in the future because these characters are so endearing that a reader cannot help but become invested in them.
I loved that the two heroines in this book were strong women who didn't give up on their hopes or dreams in spite of their fathers' cruelty. I also loved the beautiful message that home is where you find love. Love, faith, community, and friendship can heal even the deepest wounds.
I really hope that there will be more Cowboy Creek stories in the future because these characters are so endearing that a reader cannot help but become invested in them.
September 29, 2016
If you like second chance love stories, Mistletoe Reunion is for you. If you like to read about heroines who are trailblazers, this book is for you. If you like to learn as much as you sigh, Mistletoe is a great read now as well as nearer the Christmas season.
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November 2, 2016Miniseries: Cowboy Creek
January 29, 2017
This book is composed of two novellas by two different authors. I'd give the first one a two star and the second one a four star, which makes it difficult to rate the book as a whole.
July 17, 2017
Interesting novel, different and unique.
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November 16, 2016Miniseries: Cowboy Creek
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