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Returning from University, Ellen is disenchanted with her chosen career. Leaving home wasn’t what she wanted. She missed Clover Springs, in particular a certain older man. Could she convince her family her true vocation lay as a wife and mother?
Samuel Higgins has been fighting prejudice his whole life. Suffering from a stammer and an inability to read, it is just his luck that the one girl he falls in love with is out of his league. What would an educated teacher want with an illiterate ranch hand? Maybe his brother is right, his future does lie in the California goldmines.
Father Molloy is back in Clover Springs with two young’uns. They need a home. Who will provide it?
Danger strikes. Can Samuel save the woman he loves and will they end up together or is one of them destined to leave Clover Springs forever?
Samuel Higgins has been fighting prejudice his whole life. Suffering from a stammer and an inability to read, it is just his luck that the one girl he falls in love with is out of his league. What would an educated teacher want with an illiterate ranch hand? Maybe his brother is right, his future does lie in the California goldmines.
Father Molloy is back in Clover Springs with two young’uns. They need a home. Who will provide it?
Danger strikes. Can Samuel save the woman he loves and will they end up together or is one of them destined to leave Clover Springs forever?
284 pages, Kindle Edition
First published August 17, 2016
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Rachel Wesson
112 books358 followersRachel Wesson was born in Kilkenny, Ireland but considers herself to be from the capital, Dublin as that's where she spent most of her life. Her dad brought Rachel and her two sisters out every Saturday to give their mother a break. He took them to the library and for ice-cream after. It took a long time for her sisters to forgive her for the hours she spent choosing her books!
She grew up driving everyone nuts asking them questions about what they did during the War or what side they were on in the 1916 rising etc. Finally her Granny told her to write her stories down so people would get the pleasure of reading them. In fact what Granny meant was everyone would get some peace while Rachel was busy writing!
When not writing, or annoying relatives, Rachel was reading. Her report cards from school commented on her love of reading especially when she should have been learning. Seems you can't read Great Expectations in Maths. After a doomed love affair and an unpleasant bank raid during which she defended herself with a tea tray, she headed to London for a couple of years. (There is a reason she doesn't write romance!). She never intended staying but a chance meeting with the man of her dreams put paid to any return to Ireland. Having spent most of her career in the City, she decided something was missing. Working in the City is great but it's a young person's dream. Having three children you never see isn't good for anyone. So she packed in the job and started writing. Thanks to her amazing readers, that writing turned into a career far more exciting and rewarding than any other.
Rachel lives in Surrey with her husband and three children, two boys and a girl. When not reading, writing or watching films for "research" purposes, Rachel likes to hang out with her family. She also travels regularly back home - in fact she should have shares in BA and Aerlingus.
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April 30, 2023
My Musings
What an emotional story with compelling characters and a heartfelt plot. So glad I found this one in Kindle Unlimited. Happy reading!
What an emotional story with compelling characters and a heartfelt plot. So glad I found this one in Kindle Unlimited. Happy reading!
March 10, 2018
Ellen O'Callaghan returns from University to Clover Springs. She is homesick and not enjoying University. She also returns to her position as school teacher, replacing Laura who is close to having a baby. Her memories of Samuel Higgins also pulls her home.
Samuel Higgins works on Davy Sullivan's ranch. When Ellen was young, he tenderly helped her overcome bad memories from Ireland. Samuel understands bad memories. He witnessed his father's murder by indians when he was only six years-old. Samuel is attracted to Ellen, but she is educated and ten years his junior. What would a school teacher want with a man with a learning disability.
Both are too shy to take the first step. But friends help them get together.
Wonderful story with a dramatic event that almost takes both of their lives.
Samuel Higgins works on Davy Sullivan's ranch. When Ellen was young, he tenderly helped her overcome bad memories from Ireland. Samuel understands bad memories. He witnessed his father's murder by indians when he was only six years-old. Samuel is attracted to Ellen, but she is educated and ten years his junior. What would a school teacher want with a man with a learning disability.
Both are too shy to take the first step. But friends help them get together.
Wonderful story with a dramatic event that almost takes both of their lives.
February 28, 2018
Ellen: Clover Springs Mail Order Brides
An another wonderful book in this series to be read and enjoyed. I've been so interested in this series and their lives. This is the story of how a sweet little town and their growth of how so many people learn to end their predicaments can change.
An another wonderful book in this series to be read and enjoyed. I've been so interested in this series and their lives. This is the story of how a sweet little town and their growth of how so many people learn to end their predicaments can change.
February 6, 2023
Ellen takes a break from school and returns to Clover Springs. She is undecided whether to continue her higher education. She loves teaching children. She wonders if staying and becoming a teacher will make her happy. I really enjoyed this book. I held my breath during the fire and wanted to shake Bertram for causing it…….This book will certainly hold your attention…!!!! Must read….
September 4, 2017
Great book
I really enjoyed this book! The characters were wonderful and the storyline grabbed me and pulled me in from the first page! I have enjoyed the other books in this series, but this one has been my favorite!
I really enjoyed this book! The characters were wonderful and the storyline grabbed me and pulled me in from the first page! I have enjoyed the other books in this series, but this one has been my favorite!
April 1, 2018
Such an enjoyable read
I had just finished the lst 5 books in the series and immediately bought and read this book- I was not disappointed. It is such a wonderful reminder that true love is worth fighting for.
I had just finished the lst 5 books in the series and immediately bought and read this book- I was not disappointed. It is such a wonderful reminder that true love is worth fighting for.
April 7, 2018
They just get better.
Absolutely love this series. Ellen is so sweet and really loves children. Samuel is a hard working man that has had tragedy in his life. The twists and turns are numerous in their lives. Couldn't put this down.
Absolutely love this series. Ellen is so sweet and really loves children. Samuel is a hard working man that has had tragedy in his life. The twists and turns are numerous in their lives. Couldn't put this down.
August 9, 2018
So Happy This Series Continues
This is not at all how my imagination saw Ellen landing a man. This author’s writing and imagination is phenomenal!! Every page is exciting with something.
This is not at all how my imagination saw Ellen landing a man. This author’s writing and imagination is phenomenal!! Every page is exciting with something.
June 20, 2019
Awesome
I think you know exactly what we as readers want. This is a great story and should be a movie. I recommend this author and series to all my friends and family. Wonderfully written. Thank you for taking me to this city learning about these people.
I think you know exactly what we as readers want. This is a great story and should be a movie. I recommend this author and series to all my friends and family. Wonderfully written. Thank you for taking me to this city learning about these people.
June 18, 2021
Ellen: Clover Springs Mail Order Brides, Book 6
The love story of Ellen and Samuel. When Ellen was a little girl she say she would marry Samuel. She is now grow up and has return from university and is a teacher. Will her dreams of marry Samuel come true. Great story.
The love story of Ellen and Samuel. When Ellen was a little girl she say she would marry Samuel. She is now grow up and has return from university and is a teacher. Will her dreams of marry Samuel come true. Great story.
April 9, 2022
good story but,
The story was good and the characters well developed, however there were several places the story didn’t follow the storyline correctly, better editing would be amazing.
The story was good and the characters well developed, however there were several places the story didn’t follow the storyline correctly, better editing would be amazing.
June 2, 2024
Choices for happiness
This story is very good gripping with twists and turns. Ellen loves a young man back home. She’s going to the university but her feelings make her return home. So many things happen that I had a hard time putting this book down.
This story is very good gripping with twists and turns. Ellen loves a young man back home. She’s going to the university but her feelings make her return home. So many things happen that I had a hard time putting this book down.
July 14, 2024
Great read and clean storyline.
Fun summer read. Ellen’s story is so sweet and all the characters are so really. You can see some of them in your friends. The story shows that the outside others see is less important than the true selves people see in us.
Fun summer read. Ellen’s story is so sweet and all the characters are so really. You can see some of them in your friends. The story shows that the outside others see is less important than the true selves people see in us.
December 1, 2017
Kept me on my toes
The clover Springs books have a way of surprising you and keeping you involved in the book. I couldn't stop reading it!
The clover Springs books have a way of surprising you and keeping you involved in the book. I couldn't stop reading it!
February 19, 2018
Wow
Didn't think this series could get any better, I was wrong. This book was fantastic. Read this series, you won't be sorry!
Didn't think this series could get any better, I was wrong. This book was fantastic. Read this series, you won't be sorry!
June 8, 2019
Ellen and Samuel
Clever story with highs and lows. Two people who cannot tell each other that they love each other are narrated with horrible circumstances. - Babs
Clever story with highs and lows. Two people who cannot tell each other that they love each other are narrated with horrible circumstances. - Babs
January 3, 2022
A story full of love and compassion.
The author has written a very heartwarming and entertaining story of the life and love of Ellen. A very enjoyable and entertaining story.
The author has written a very heartwarming and entertaining story of the life and love of Ellen. A very enjoyable and entertaining story.
May 19, 2023
It's Colorado
September 3, 2024
Ellen
I love this series of books. I don't always like the way the characters behave, and want to slap them sometimes, I'm always glad when the stories end well.
I love this series of books. I don't always like the way the characters behave, and want to slap them sometimes, I'm always glad when the stories end well.
April 2, 2018
After reading the first five books in this series I had to read this one too!
August 18, 2016
Ellen (Clover Springs Mail Order Brides Book 6) by Rachel Wesson
I received this book for free in exchange for a fair review. Reviews posted on Goodreads and Amazon by Cindy Nipper
I absolutely love this book!!! Sweet Ellen, Katie’s little sister, is all grown up and living the dream of being the first from Clover Springs to go to college. But whose dream is it when all she wants is to be back home with her family, her beloved Clover Springs and a certain man? Can she tell her sister the truth; that she’s homesick and in love with a man, who she believes, still thinks of her as a young needy little girl? Can Samuel move away to California to help his brother mine for gold? Will he stand up for what he wants or will his devotion be to his brother’s dreams? Will Mrs. Higgins be able to keep her grown boys near her? This book has my favorite character making a surprise visit, which I hope is a permanent move! Ellen is my favorite from the whole series, but I think I say that all the time! True love awaits for those who are brave enough to choose their own dreams over those expected of them! I don’t usually quote books, but this one is a keeper, “You don’t have to live the dream if that dream has turned into a nightmare.” I can’t wait to find out what happens to Hope House and the other orphans! I hope you find this tale as intriguing as I did and if you haven’t read the others yet, you need to check out the entire series, I’ve truly enjoyed them all!
I received this book for free in exchange for a fair review. Reviews posted on Goodreads and Amazon by Cindy Nipper
I absolutely love this book!!! Sweet Ellen, Katie’s little sister, is all grown up and living the dream of being the first from Clover Springs to go to college. But whose dream is it when all she wants is to be back home with her family, her beloved Clover Springs and a certain man? Can she tell her sister the truth; that she’s homesick and in love with a man, who she believes, still thinks of her as a young needy little girl? Can Samuel move away to California to help his brother mine for gold? Will he stand up for what he wants or will his devotion be to his brother’s dreams? Will Mrs. Higgins be able to keep her grown boys near her? This book has my favorite character making a surprise visit, which I hope is a permanent move! Ellen is my favorite from the whole series, but I think I say that all the time! True love awaits for those who are brave enough to choose their own dreams over those expected of them! I don’t usually quote books, but this one is a keeper, “You don’t have to live the dream if that dream has turned into a nightmare.” I can’t wait to find out what happens to Hope House and the other orphans! I hope you find this tale as intriguing as I did and if you haven’t read the others yet, you need to check out the entire series, I’ve truly enjoyed them all!
August 20, 2016
Rachel Wesson brings another book to the table that does not disappoint! As all of the books in the Clover Springs series, this book is just as good as the rest.
I really enjoyed this book and how it was different from the typical mail order bride books. The two main characters, Ellen and Samuel, grew up together and already knew each other. I thought the way the characters came together after fighting their attraction was done nicely. It shows that no matter the circumstances and what your plans are, God always has a plan that you can’t fight against. The way that the orphanage was brought into the story added to the story and really shows that there are people with a heart out in the world even though you always have the grumpy negative people as well.
I was saddened by the tragedy and thought there was no way that anyone can get past it. I was wrong! The town came together and didn’t let it get them down. They were determined and showed that through perseverance that you can overcome a tragedy and see the light at the end of the tunnel. I loved how the ending played out. I think it was perfect for the situation.
If you like a sweet romance that will send you through several emotions, then you need to grab not only this book but the series. You will not be disappointed. Enjoyable and great read!
I really enjoyed this book and how it was different from the typical mail order bride books. The two main characters, Ellen and Samuel, grew up together and already knew each other. I thought the way the characters came together after fighting their attraction was done nicely. It shows that no matter the circumstances and what your plans are, God always has a plan that you can’t fight against. The way that the orphanage was brought into the story added to the story and really shows that there are people with a heart out in the world even though you always have the grumpy negative people as well.
I was saddened by the tragedy and thought there was no way that anyone can get past it. I was wrong! The town came together and didn’t let it get them down. They were determined and showed that through perseverance that you can overcome a tragedy and see the light at the end of the tunnel. I loved how the ending played out. I think it was perfect for the situation.
If you like a sweet romance that will send you through several emotions, then you need to grab not only this book but the series. You will not be disappointed. Enjoyable and great read!
August 19, 2016
This was another great story of one of the girls that were from the Boston orphanage. Ellen's story had a lot of surprises and feelings in it.
We get to see an old friend who played a big part in all of their lives.
Ellen and Samuel face a lot of challenges. They both have their pride, but love each others wishes even more.
I love these individual stories of each girl, but also get to see the others too. Clover Springs is a "family" town and growing with more family coming to live.
Look forward to the next book . Highly recommend this series!
(I was given this book for an honest review, but ended up buying it because it was so good.)
We get to see an old friend who played a big part in all of their lives.
Ellen and Samuel face a lot of challenges. They both have their pride, but love each others wishes even more.
I love these individual stories of each girl, but also get to see the others too. Clover Springs is a "family" town and growing with more family coming to live.
Look forward to the next book . Highly recommend this series!
(I was given this book for an honest review, but ended up buying it because it was so good.)
August 18, 2016
I just want to move to Clover Springs. Ellen has returned home with a secret, or two. Her secret love for Samuel and she can't return to school. The road to love between the two has a few unexpected sharp turns. I enjoyed returning to the series with this book and the author. Two new secondary characters are introduced and Bertram really needs a trip to the woodshed.
Nice addition to the series.
(I received a copy of the book from the author for a review.)
Nice addition to the series.
(I received a copy of the book from the author for a review.)
August 22, 2016
Orphans
Ellen went away to Boulder to the University. She came home early. Samuel was on love with her since she first came to Clover Springs. You are in for quite the ride to see if they actually get together. Oh and don't forget to add Father Malloy and an orphanage into the mix. Enjoy!
Ellen went away to Boulder to the University. She came home early. Samuel was on love with her since she first came to Clover Springs. You are in for quite the ride to see if they actually get together. Oh and don't forget to add Father Malloy and an orphanage into the mix. Enjoy!
August 23, 2016
Ellen
Lessons learned. Never underestimate yourself. A few stolen kisses go a long way. Don't let the girl you love get away because you are less educated. A priest and a reverend make great allies. Town busybodies can get their comeuppance. Store fireworks safely. Ma's pies solve many of life's problems. Be humble. Say yes and mean it.
Lessons learned. Never underestimate yourself. A few stolen kisses go a long way. Don't let the girl you love get away because you are less educated. A priest and a reverend make great allies. Town busybodies can get their comeuppance. Store fireworks safely. Ma's pies solve many of life's problems. Be humble. Say yes and mean it.
October 8, 2016
Wonderful series!
I love a good western romance. This series is about the lives of several young orphans and how they overcame sorrows and mistreatment of their young lives with the help of a wonderful priest, loving young men, and the people of a great little western town. I can't wait for the next book! Not to be pushy but, hurry Rachel!
I love a good western romance. This series is about the lives of several young orphans and how they overcame sorrows and mistreatment of their young lives with the help of a wonderful priest, loving young men, and the people of a great little western town. I can't wait for the next book! Not to be pushy but, hurry Rachel!
August 31, 2016
Nice
First one I've read in this series and I real!y like it. The. Close knit town with Christian values but when those values are really put to the test at the town meeting can the town agree or do their personal prejudices get in the way.
First one I've read in this series and I real!y like it. The. Close knit town with Christian values but when those values are really put to the test at the town meeting can the town agree or do their personal prejudices get in the way.
September 30, 2016
Ellen
This series is one of my favorites. You have very strong women fighting for love. Ellen has loved Samuel for forever she just have to get him to admit the same. The reader will love reading about familiar characters and be moved by this love story
This series is one of my favorites. You have very strong women fighting for love. Ellen has loved Samuel for forever she just have to get him to admit the same. The reader will love reading about familiar characters and be moved by this love story
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