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Saved by the Sheriff
The only thing harder than being in a marriage is escaping one...
Page around 330 pages
Naomi Holden's husband has hurt her for the last time.
She's not just running from him; she's starting her life over.
Percy Holden won't let her go without a fight,
And Naomi knows he's not afraid to use his fists.
Sheriff Washington is her only friend and ally, but he can't watch her every hour of the day.
She thinks he wants to be more than friends,
But… she's not ready for that yet, even if she does love the sheriff…
She's a broken woman.
What decent man would want her?
A new town is just what she needs. In a place where no one knows her, she finally feels free.
But her freedom won't last long.
The women she works with hate her.
The man she works for has his eye on her.
When Percy shows up to get her back, she refuses to follow his orders.
It's not just her life that needs protection anymore.
She has a secret...
She'll do whatever it takes to protect her unborn child, even if it means destroying Percy.
Can Sheriff Washington really protect her from her husband?
Or will her life end just as it was getting started?
Page around 330 pages
Page around 330 pages
Naomi Holden's husband has hurt her for the last time.
She's not just running from him; she's starting her life over.
Percy Holden won't let her go without a fight,
And Naomi knows he's not afraid to use his fists.
Sheriff Washington is her only friend and ally, but he can't watch her every hour of the day.
She thinks he wants to be more than friends,
But… she's not ready for that yet, even if she does love the sheriff…
She's a broken woman.
What decent man would want her?
A new town is just what she needs. In a place where no one knows her, she finally feels free.
But her freedom won't last long.
The women she works with hate her.
The man she works for has his eye on her.
When Percy shows up to get her back, she refuses to follow his orders.
It's not just her life that needs protection anymore.
She has a secret...
She'll do whatever it takes to protect her unborn child, even if it means destroying Percy.
Can Sheriff Washington really protect her from her husband?
Or will her life end just as it was getting started?
Page around 330 pages
288 pages, Kindle Edition
Published February 5, 2018
460 people are currently reading
33 people want to read
About the author
Leah Laurens
17 books29 followersLeah Laurens has always been a lover of historical romance novels since young, especially that of Western Romance.
A romance set in the American West, Leah’s novels involve characters that are strong in character, each with a strong personality and with different pursuits in life. The Hero has his own adventures in life that he wants to pursue, the Heroine learning to survive and conquer the harsh challenges sometimes. Despite the many differences, there is somehow a destiny the hero and heroine must fulfil by meeting each other and to fall in love.
Through Leah’s writings, she hopes to inspire many who are waiting, questioning about love in a sometimes cynical world. That there will always be that silver linings in the clouds which one sees in their life.
A romance set in the American West, Leah’s novels involve characters that are strong in character, each with a strong personality and with different pursuits in life. The Hero has his own adventures in life that he wants to pursue, the Heroine learning to survive and conquer the harsh challenges sometimes. Despite the many differences, there is somehow a destiny the hero and heroine must fulfil by meeting each other and to fall in love.
Through Leah’s writings, she hopes to inspire many who are waiting, questioning about love in a sometimes cynical world. That there will always be that silver linings in the clouds which one sees in their life.
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March 5, 2018
This story is about Namoi and her husband Percy. In the first book relearn a little bit about Naomi and the way her husband treats her. He does hurt her and likes to visit the saloon a lot.
Naomi has had enough of his abuse and heads to the next town over. Her friend sheriff Washington loves her and wants to help herb will she let him.
Once she gets to the new town how will she be treated. What about the secret she is holding? She vows not to let Percy hurt her again.
This author knows how to write book and this one is no disappointment. I enjoyed learning more about Naomi and what she had to endure.
I received a copy of this book for review consideration
Naomi has had enough of his abuse and heads to the next town over. Her friend sheriff Washington loves her and wants to help herb will she let him.
Once she gets to the new town how will she be treated. What about the secret she is holding? She vows not to let Percy hurt her again.
This author knows how to write book and this one is no disappointment. I enjoyed learning more about Naomi and what she had to endure.
I received a copy of this book for review consideration
April 27, 2018
Very enjoyable
I enjoyed the story very much and there were far less mix-ups in the characters name's. I look forward to the next book.
I enjoyed the story very much and there were far less mix-ups in the characters name's. I look forward to the next book.
April 27, 2018
EVEN IN THE WILD WEST WOMEN WHO HAD BEEN ABUSED BY MEN, FALLS FOR SAME KIND, WHILE A GREAT WONDERFUL LOVING STRONG MAN STANDS & WAITS FOR HER !
Oh Leah Laurens definitely 5 STARS for your Mail Order Bride : Saved by the Sheriff (Ladies of the Frontier) (A Western Romance Book) because the subject matter of abused wives and them leaving their husbands has been hit as well as the nail with the hammer on its head. Everything is there finding the best time to leave, not leaving any clues to where they are going, they are always bruised up 99% of the time, with little or no money and they carry fear with them. Naomi was lucky enough that Sheriff Glen Washington had been her friend and had arranged a place in a different town for her so she just ran to him and said I need to go now, and he took time off and went with her to help get her settled in, then since he had fallen in love with her over time hated to leave and return back. She went looking for a job, met a man who was the #2 in a Factory that did hire Women she had tried but it was hard to get on, but he just woed her, gave her a job and was taking her out to lunch and out to dinner, yes another man who if you told him NO he would get mad but she had to learn her lesson because she just refused to listen to other women warning her or Glen (she passed it off as jealousy). Leah Laurens described perfectly the way a man would act in simple ways but clear unencumbered ways how a man can easily set a woman at ease but slowly pull her in almost like a fish on his line but with definite control and show of anger if refused usually gets him what he wants. For instance, in the book Silas had just purchased and had delivered an antique 4 poster bed in his bedroom he was trying to get Naomi to look at these types of men think ahead, tell women they love them usually after they beat them. If Silias had not accidentally left his back door unlocked Glen would not have gotten in in time before she had been ravaged in that 4 poster. The boarding house had great lovable people in it. We also meet Naomi's sister for a brief time because she had left her husband also and came to stay with her but after she lost her job and the sister received a letter from Fred that he was sorry he loved her and would not ever do it again Yes, she went back the one thing we know she should not have done. The pure shining love from Sheriff Glen Washington just comes through the pages at you brighter because of negative but a great book. A writer who seems to know her subject.
WARNING: 17 & Up
Oh Leah Laurens definitely 5 STARS for your Mail Order Bride : Saved by the Sheriff (Ladies of the Frontier) (A Western Romance Book) because the subject matter of abused wives and them leaving their husbands has been hit as well as the nail with the hammer on its head. Everything is there finding the best time to leave, not leaving any clues to where they are going, they are always bruised up 99% of the time, with little or no money and they carry fear with them. Naomi was lucky enough that Sheriff Glen Washington had been her friend and had arranged a place in a different town for her so she just ran to him and said I need to go now, and he took time off and went with her to help get her settled in, then since he had fallen in love with her over time hated to leave and return back. She went looking for a job, met a man who was the #2 in a Factory that did hire Women she had tried but it was hard to get on, but he just woed her, gave her a job and was taking her out to lunch and out to dinner, yes another man who if you told him NO he would get mad but she had to learn her lesson because she just refused to listen to other women warning her or Glen (she passed it off as jealousy). Leah Laurens described perfectly the way a man would act in simple ways but clear unencumbered ways how a man can easily set a woman at ease but slowly pull her in almost like a fish on his line but with definite control and show of anger if refused usually gets him what he wants. For instance, in the book Silas had just purchased and had delivered an antique 4 poster bed in his bedroom he was trying to get Naomi to look at these types of men think ahead, tell women they love them usually after they beat them. If Silias had not accidentally left his back door unlocked Glen would not have gotten in in time before she had been ravaged in that 4 poster. The boarding house had great lovable people in it. We also meet Naomi's sister for a brief time because she had left her husband also and came to stay with her but after she lost her job and the sister received a letter from Fred that he was sorry he loved her and would not ever do it again Yes, she went back the one thing we know she should not have done. The pure shining love from Sheriff Glen Washington just comes through the pages at you brighter because of negative but a great book. A writer who seems to know her subject.
WARNING: 17 & Up
March 2, 2018
My review today is on the Western Romance, Saved by the Sheriff. This is one of the books in the Ladies of the Frontier Series. This book was sent to me to read. I wasn't required to review it but I like to help fellow authors. This book is well written and intriguing.
Naomi Holden is trapped in an abusive marriage. She tells her husband she wants a divorce but he refuses to agree and beats her badly. Her friends help her to escape. The sheriff escorts her to a town several hours away. She tries to find work but no one would hire a married woman. She faints from hunger and is rescued by a good looking man that offers her a job.
Sheriff Glenn Washington is in love with Naomi but there is nothing he can do to help her but keep her safe. He escorts Naomi to Blisspeak. He stays a while to make sure Percy hasn't followed them and that Naomi is safe. He returns home but after a few days he finds out Percy has left town so he returns to Blisspeak only to find Naomi is enamored with another man.
A struggle of two people trying to stay out of the hands of two evil men set on possessing Naomi. God has a plan for these people a good plan and not for evil. God has a plan for you too. Give Him your heart, make Him Lord of your life, and watch Him turn your life around.
Naomi Holden is trapped in an abusive marriage. She tells her husband she wants a divorce but he refuses to agree and beats her badly. Her friends help her to escape. The sheriff escorts her to a town several hours away. She tries to find work but no one would hire a married woman. She faints from hunger and is rescued by a good looking man that offers her a job.
Sheriff Glenn Washington is in love with Naomi but there is nothing he can do to help her but keep her safe. He escorts Naomi to Blisspeak. He stays a while to make sure Percy hasn't followed them and that Naomi is safe. He returns home but after a few days he finds out Percy has left town so he returns to Blisspeak only to find Naomi is enamored with another man.
A struggle of two people trying to stay out of the hands of two evil men set on possessing Naomi. God has a plan for these people a good plan and not for evil. God has a plan for you too. Give Him your heart, make Him Lord of your life, and watch Him turn your life around.
March 28, 2018
Another enjoyable story
It is always nice to see love win out over abuse and cruelty. This story has well built characters that, with a couple of exceptions, you can’t help but like. The ones you don’t like don’t deserve to be liked! They are most definitely the villains they appear to be. But when all is said and done, love always wins! The secondary characters are all just the sort of friends one would wish to have, caring and concerned. I wouldn’t mind living in Blisspeak myself.
There are a few editorial mistakes that seem to be common to most e-books. Spell check alone doesn’t catch everything. The one thing I found annoying was the frequent chapter breaks. It seemed like every time the story shifted in any way, it warranted a new chapter, which involved 4 unnecessary page flips. When they happen every 10 pages, it gets old fast. It interrupts everything.
It is always nice to see love win out over abuse and cruelty. This story has well built characters that, with a couple of exceptions, you can’t help but like. The ones you don’t like don’t deserve to be liked! They are most definitely the villains they appear to be. But when all is said and done, love always wins! The secondary characters are all just the sort of friends one would wish to have, caring and concerned. I wouldn’t mind living in Blisspeak myself.
There are a few editorial mistakes that seem to be common to most e-books. Spell check alone doesn’t catch everything. The one thing I found annoying was the frequent chapter breaks. It seemed like every time the story shifted in any way, it warranted a new chapter, which involved 4 unnecessary page flips. When they happen every 10 pages, it gets old fast. It interrupts everything.
February 9, 2018
Leah Laurens has another hit on her hands and much like her last one, she handles the subject of spousal abuse. Unlike her previous books, she also touches on harrassment in the workplace. Both subjects are constantly in the news today, but they have been around for a long time. Fortunately, in Saved by the Sheriff, Naomi had friends such as Sheriff Glenn Washington and her landlady to protect her when she decided to get away from the abuse. Leah Laurens handles these delicate subjects with skill.
February 11, 2018
I received a free copy of this book for my honest review.
This book was ok but definitely not my favorite and not something I would have sought out in the bookstore. They all follow the same pattern where there is something wrong in the couple's life and then they make up but fight again. The sheriff in this one was sheriff in one town but followed Naomi to another town where he stayed to watch over her. I had trouble wrapping my head around how he could stay away from his town this longI received a free copy of this book for my honest review.
This book was ok but definitely not my favorite and not something I would have sought out in the bookstore. They all follow the same pattern where there is something wrong in the couple's life and then they make up but fight again. The sheriff in this one was sheriff in one town but followed Naomi to another town where he stayed to watch over her. I had trouble wrapping my head around how he could stay away from his town this longI received a free copy of this book for my honest review.
February 10, 2018
Lots of drama, suspense, and new beginnings after years of martial abuse. The main characters are well written and have great backstories, though I had a really hard time feeling any real connection or empathy toward Naomi, after having endured her treachery and crocodile tears in the previous book, A Bride in Hiding...
Sheriff Washington is a sweet character, compassionate, if a bit naive and a sucker for a damsel in distress....
Sheriff Washington is a sweet character, compassionate, if a bit naive and a sucker for a damsel in distress....
February 21, 2018
Saved by Sheriff (Ladies of the Frontier)
The love story of Naomi and Glenn. Naomi has decided to divorce her abusive husband, Percy. With the help of Betty, Isaac, and Sheriff Glenn, she move to a new town an life. Naomi get a job with a sex predator. He phrase on his female employees. Can Glenn save her or will her husband kill her? Great story.
The love story of Naomi and Glenn. Naomi has decided to divorce her abusive husband, Percy. With the help of Betty, Isaac, and Sheriff Glenn, she move to a new town an life. Naomi get a job with a sex predator. He phrase on his female employees. Can Glenn save her or will her husband kill her? Great story.
February 8, 2018
Saved by the Sheriff by Leah Laurens is a stand alone but part of a wonderful series Ladies of the Frontier. This'll tug at your 💓 heart and you just want to keep reading to find out what happened next. It's a good story to read and share. My free opinion ARC Thanks
February 13, 2018
another good book by Leah Laurens. Once I started it was hard to put down. A must read.
February 23, 2018
Good book
Its a good series but there are a lot of errors within the people like they were bringing Glenn in and wrote Percy name instead
Its a good series but there are a lot of errors within the people like they were bringing Glenn in and wrote Percy name instead
March 13, 2018
Good
I really enjoyed reading this book! It was interesting from beginning to end! I can't wait to down load another book by this author! I would recommend this author to any one!
I really enjoyed reading this book! It was interesting from beginning to end! I can't wait to down load another book by this author! I would recommend this author to any one!
March 23, 2018
Ok read
This did not turnout to be what I was expecting. Am not fond of reading about abuse toward women. No surprises.
Happy ending. Would rethink the title.
This did not turnout to be what I was expecting. Am not fond of reading about abuse toward women. No surprises.
Happy ending. Would rethink the title.
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February 14, 2018Another hit from Leah Laurens
Sheriff Washington has promised to protect Naomi from her abusive husband, Percy. But can he really do it? He helps her escape to another town, only for Percy to follow a few days later. He is going to stop Percy when there is an explosion in town. He has to take care of the town he has sworn to protect, but can he get to Naomi in time to protect her from Percy?
This a quick read full of many twists and turns. It is a great book!
Sheriff Washington has promised to protect Naomi from her abusive husband, Percy. But can he really do it? He helps her escape to another town, only for Percy to follow a few days later. He is going to stop Percy when there is an explosion in town. He has to take care of the town he has sworn to protect, but can he get to Naomi in time to protect her from Percy?
This a quick read full of many twists and turns. It is a great book!
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