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Mail-Order Mishaps: 4 Brides Adapt When Marriage Plans Go Awry
Dreams of Finding Mr. Right Go Wrong in the Old West The Bride’s Dilemma by Susan Page Davis Wyoming, 1883 Eve Martin arrives in Cheyenne to learn that man she came to marry is in jail, accused of a violent murder. Should she get on the next eastbound train, or has God brought her here to help save Caleb Blair’s life? Romancing the Rancher by Linda Ford Montana, 1886 Amelia expects a safe home for herself and her niece as mail-order bride to Zach Taggerty. Only Zach has never heard of her, and the last thing he needs is more complications in his life. The Marriage Sham by Vickie McDonough Texas, 1888 Mail-order bride Zola Bryant is devastated. Her newlywed husband is dead. But even worse, they were never truly married because the man who wed them was an outlaw not a preacher. What will she do now that her life and reputation are in tatters? The Galway Girl by Erica Vetsch Kansas, 1875 A mail-order mix-up sends Irish lass Maeve O’Reilly to the Swedish community of Lindsborg, Kansas. Will Kaspar Sandberg consider it a happy accident or a disaster to be rectified as soon as possible?
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Bestselling author Vickie McDonough grew up wanting to marry a rancher, but instead, she married a computer geek who is scared of horses. She now lives out her dreams penning romance stories about ranchers, cowboys, lawmen, and others living in the Old West. Vickie is a best-selling author of more than 50 published books and novellas, with over 1.5 million copies sold. Her novels include End of the Trail, winner of the OWFI 2013 Booksellers Best Fiction Novel Award. Whispers on the Prairie was a Romantic Times Recommended Inspirational Book for July 2013. Song of the Prairie won the 2015 Inspirational Readers Choice Award. Gabriel’s Atonement, book 1 in the Land Rush Dreams series, placed second in the 2016 Will Rogers Medallion Award. Vickie has recently stepped into independent publishing.
Vickie has been married for forty-one years to Robert. They have four grown sons, one daughter-in-law, and a precocious granddaughter. When she’s not writing, Vickie enjoys reading, antiquing, doing stained glass, watching movies, and traveling. To learn more about Vickie’s books or to sign up for her newsletter, visit her website: www.vickiemcdonough.com
Bestselling author Vickie McDonough grew up wanting to marry a rancher, but instead, she married a computer geek who is scared of horses. She now lives out her dreams penning romance stories about ranchers, cowboys, lawmen, and others living in the Old West. Vickie is a best-selling author of more than 50 published books and novellas, with over 1.5 million copies sold. Her novels include End of the Trail, winner of the OWFI 2013 Booksellers Best Fiction Novel Award. Whispers on the Prairie was a Romantic Times Recommended Inspirational Book for July 2013. Song of the Prairie won the 2015 Inspirational Readers Choice Award. Gabriel’s Atonement, book 1 in the Land Rush Dreams series, placed second in the 2016 Will Rogers Medallion Award. Vickie has recently stepped into independent publishing.
Vickie has been married for forty-one years to Robert. They have four grown sons, one daughter-in-law, and a precocious granddaughter. When she’s not writing, Vickie enjoys reading, antiquing, doing stained glass, watching movies, and traveling. To learn more about Vickie’s books or to sign up for her newsletter, visit her website: www.vickiemcdonough.com
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July 22, 2019
Mail order bride stories are so much fun to read, especially if there is a funny mishap or two in the story. In the long run after putting faith in God and putting all in his hands things work out beautifully. A true life lesson to learn, we need to let go and let God more often!
Published May 1st 2019 by Barbour Books
I was given a complimentary copy. Thank you.
All opinions expressed are my own.
Published May 1st 2019 by Barbour Books
I was given a complimentary copy. Thank you.
All opinions expressed are my own.
June 17, 2019
Another Barbour treasure, with four engrossing tales of finding love, circuitously, in the Old West. 5/5
Pub Date 01 May 2019.
Thanks to the authors, Barbour Publishing, Inc. and NetGalley for the review copy. Opinion are mine.
#MailOrderMishaps #NetGalley
Pub Date 01 May 2019.
Thanks to the authors, Barbour Publishing, Inc. and NetGalley for the review copy. Opinion are mine.
#MailOrderMishaps #NetGalley
February 25, 2019
Four young women find their situations turned upside down in this unique collection of mail order bride stories! A brave group of women in desperate circumstances demonstrate faith, ingenuity, and a 'can-do' attitude to finally get their home-sweet-home.
Set in the Midwest during the last quarter of the 1800's, when men were men, and women worked really hard to keep everything going smoothly on the home front. They all suffered huge losses, men and women both, driving them to risk a relationship with a stranger based on letters. I can hardly imagine the courage that would take! It was a good set up for faith lessons, as they learned that God is faithful, he does not abandon his own, he has a plan and it is for good.
"The circumstances of our lives change. Sometimes they are almost more than we can bear. But God doesn’t change... God will never leave us or forsake us.”
I enjoyed all of these shorter tales, especially the last one by Erica Vetsch pairing a big, stoic Swedish farmer with a spunky Irish immigrant. It was a bit more complex with an extra bride-to-be showing up unexpectedly! All of the stories were well written, but a few felt like they ended rather abruptly with an 'instalove' type romance; that was a place to begin a long term relationship though.
Fans of clean historical romances with some faith should enjoy these quick, entertaining tales.
(An e-book was provided by the publisher via NetGalley. All opinions are my own.)
Set in the Midwest during the last quarter of the 1800's, when men were men, and women worked really hard to keep everything going smoothly on the home front. They all suffered huge losses, men and women both, driving them to risk a relationship with a stranger based on letters. I can hardly imagine the courage that would take! It was a good set up for faith lessons, as they learned that God is faithful, he does not abandon his own, he has a plan and it is for good.
"The circumstances of our lives change. Sometimes they are almost more than we can bear. But God doesn’t change... God will never leave us or forsake us.”
I enjoyed all of these shorter tales, especially the last one by Erica Vetsch pairing a big, stoic Swedish farmer with a spunky Irish immigrant. It was a bit more complex with an extra bride-to-be showing up unexpectedly! All of the stories were well written, but a few felt like they ended rather abruptly with an 'instalove' type romance; that was a place to begin a long term relationship though.
Fans of clean historical romances with some faith should enjoy these quick, entertaining tales.
(An e-book was provided by the publisher via NetGalley. All opinions are my own.)
October 2, 2023
The Bride’s Dilemma by Susan Page Davis - 4 stars
I love how determined Eve is to exonerate Caleb, and the way she reaches out to the townspeople to help their friend. A good story but a bit lacking in romance.
Romancing the Rancher by Linda Ford - 4 stars
It was hard to figure out who wrote the letters for Zach, since they were so specific to his family. He quickly sees how Amelia fits right in, bringing hope to his struggling family.
The Marriage Sham by Vickie McDonough - 4 stars
I felt bad for Zola and the way she was betrayed by the man who was supposed to be her husband. The marshal who informed her of his death helped her readjust, and get to know another local man who needed a sweet wife.
The Galway Girl by Erica Vetsch - 5 stars
My favorite story of the collection, opposites Maeve and Will have great chemistry, even though he had a different bride he had been writing. Mishaps and miscommunication cause conflict and worry, but as each character decides who they really want, it all turns out for the best.
Disclosure statement: A complimentary copy of this book was provided from a tour group, publisher, publicist, or author, including NetGalley, OR was borrowed from the library, including OverDrive, OR borrowed from Kindle Unlimited, OR purchased. A review was not required and all views and opinions expressed are unbiased and my own.
I love how determined Eve is to exonerate Caleb, and the way she reaches out to the townspeople to help their friend. A good story but a bit lacking in romance.
Romancing the Rancher by Linda Ford - 4 stars
It was hard to figure out who wrote the letters for Zach, since they were so specific to his family. He quickly sees how Amelia fits right in, bringing hope to his struggling family.
The Marriage Sham by Vickie McDonough - 4 stars
I felt bad for Zola and the way she was betrayed by the man who was supposed to be her husband. The marshal who informed her of his death helped her readjust, and get to know another local man who needed a sweet wife.
The Galway Girl by Erica Vetsch - 5 stars
My favorite story of the collection, opposites Maeve and Will have great chemistry, even though he had a different bride he had been writing. Mishaps and miscommunication cause conflict and worry, but as each character decides who they really want, it all turns out for the best.
Disclosure statement: A complimentary copy of this book was provided from a tour group, publisher, publicist, or author, including NetGalley, OR was borrowed from the library, including OverDrive, OR borrowed from Kindle Unlimited, OR purchased. A review was not required and all views and opinions expressed are unbiased and my own.
April 22, 2019
Knowing that with four authors I was being offered novellas, and I can take a break for a while and consume one, which I love, well, let me warn you, once you finish one you will begin cheating and before you know it you engaged in the next.
I love how these author’s minds worked and these all seem to have a different twist to them, and meant page-turning for answers and sure to get your attention.
A don’t miss sweet read!
I received this book through Net Galley and the Publisher Barbour, and was not required to give a positive review.
I love how these author’s minds worked and these all seem to have a different twist to them, and meant page-turning for answers and sure to get your attention.
A don’t miss sweet read!
I received this book through Net Galley and the Publisher Barbour, and was not required to give a positive review.
February 15, 2025
Excellent book & heartbreaking what choices the 4 young women with no family to become mail order brides, luckily there were good people around to help them when things got tough. Can u imagine 18 yrs old going west to marry someone just from an ad or letter.
April 7, 2019
Great book about using the situations God puts you in for good :)
The fisrt story in this book is about a bride who steps off the trail and finds her soon to be husband in jail. Definitely a mishap. I loved how the lead character wasn't afraid to help and go out of her comfort zone.
The second book is one of my favorite books in the series. Its about a young couple set upon by a matchmaker. A wonderful about healing families.
The third book is about a bride who was tricked and had to make her way again, a great story.
Finally the forth book, what a lovely way to end a series!!! A fiery Irish red head who needs to escape her situation and uses the opportunity God gave her to escape. When she gets there she meets a Swedish man .... so cool.
I would highly recommend reading this book :)
I volunteered to read this book from Barbour Publishing in return for my honest feed back. The opinions expressed within are my own.
#greatread
The fisrt story in this book is about a bride who steps off the trail and finds her soon to be husband in jail. Definitely a mishap. I loved how the lead character wasn't afraid to help and go out of her comfort zone.
The second book is one of my favorite books in the series. Its about a young couple set upon by a matchmaker. A wonderful about healing families.
The third book is about a bride who was tricked and had to make her way again, a great story.
Finally the forth book, what a lovely way to end a series!!! A fiery Irish red head who needs to escape her situation and uses the opportunity God gave her to escape. When she gets there she meets a Swedish man .... so cool.
I would highly recommend reading this book :)
I volunteered to read this book from Barbour Publishing in return for my honest feed back. The opinions expressed within are my own.
#greatread
April 22, 2019
Mail-Order Mishaps: 4 Brides Adapt When Marriage Plans Go Awry is a collection of four stories. These stories include:
The Bride's Dilemma by Susan Paige Davis
Romancing the Rancher by Linda Ford
The Marriage Sham by Vickie McDonough
The Galway Girl by Erica Vetsch
I loved loved loved this collection. I enjoyed every one of these stories and can not pick just one favorite. I am giving this fun book five plus stars.
The Bride's Dilemma by Susan Paige Davis
Romancing the Rancher by Linda Ford
The Marriage Sham by Vickie McDonough
The Galway Girl by Erica Vetsch
I loved loved loved this collection. I enjoyed every one of these stories and can not pick just one favorite. I am giving this fun book five plus stars.
September 30, 2025
I really enjoyed this collection! All four stories are excellent which is awesome because usually in a novella collection, there is at least one that isn’t as good. That is not the case for this one. I loved all of them! I read a library copy but I am considering a copy for my keeper shelf because I liked it that much.
April 11, 2019
Mail-Order Bride stories are usually a hit or miss for me. But when a newspaper ad incites a few misunderstandings with moving and sometimes hilarious moments. These four sweet stories make for a fun and enjoyable weekend read.
March 20, 2022
A very fun collection of Mail-order bride stories!!
Cute little historical romances in 1883, 1886, 1888, and 1875.
Cute little historical romances in 1883, 1886, 1888, and 1875.
May 18, 2025
1886 many women and men were moving west and wanted a partner in life. The four stories in this book were all not intended for the writer but with love, hard work and right place at the right time all worked our for the best!!
August 9, 2019
I received an ARC of this book from Barbour Publishing, Inc. via NetGalley, this review is my personal opinion.
Mail Order Mishaps
I have read many books of mail order, but to read a collection where each story has a mishap well. That sounds interesting. What I like about this collection is that all of them had plans, specific ones. But somehow they just go wrong. On the Bride’s Dilemma by Susan Page Davis we have Caleb and Eve story, everything was supposed to be easy and simple. They were supposed to get married and live on Caleb’s ranch. But when a man is a murder with Caleb’s knife. Eve finds herself in a difficult situation, who she will believe. The men she been known for several months now or these new events?. I like that both of them not only believe but trust in God to help them to prove his innocence. An unexpected twist, a second chance and an opportunity to love.
Now, in Romancing the Rancher by Linda Ford, what is the name of a mail order bride that was actually never ordered?. Amelia decides to accept the marriage proposal from Zack Taggerty. But he is not the person how wrote to her, he has difficult on his ranch, her father health had been declined and he also has to take care of his sister of twelve years old. He decided to accept her help for a time on the ranch. I like that even in the midst of this change, Amelia is focusing on God and fighting her fears with God say. The main characters in the story are both young but have to grow up faster due to unexpected situations. What is interesting is how Zack is so sure that he can’t marry yet for the previous complications mentions before. This story reminds us, God always knows better and never make a mistake.
On the Marriage Sham of Vickie McDonough, we have Zola. In the beginning, she is in a terrible condition and we learn that since she had no family, decide to post a mail order bride, the man she thought was the man God has chosen it for her end up been a bad man. And after a different situation, she sees herself in a precarious condition and in a serious need of a decent job. I like that even in her sorrow, she looks out to God. And we have Evan who recently loses his parents and only her sister survive the accident. He is looking for someone to take care of her and do the house works. Amy is hurting, but she also won’t open about how she is feeling. We see little by little how Zola’s heart start to heal and it’s open to a new chance a new possibility. Her attitude makes an impact and Amy start to change for good. We have an unexpected situation that puts Zola in momentary danger, a sure oh my God moment!. This story reminds us we are forgiven and on God, we have a second chance.
And finally we have The Galway Girl by Erica Vetsch, we first meet Maeve O’Reilly working as a scullery maid on a house in Boston. Since she is Irish her position is very delicate and for that moment the work positions were few. The son’s of her employer was harassing her and making her indecent proposals. So, far she has managed to get away. One day her best friend mention her about mail order brides and she has no option but to write to a man in order to go from that place. She receives by mistake the answer and the tickets from another mail-order groom, but since she needs to go. Decide to go to Kansas, Kaspar it is determined to marry well with a good Swedish woman familiar with his costume, someone who can help in her home. Especially with her grandmom, since there a convention he had no other option but to accept her proposition to work for him fas housekeeper for a month as payment for the ticket she used. But things don’t usually go I we thought they should.
All this story tell me this, God is always in control. Even doesn't seem that way. If you like good clean historical fiction collection, romance, faith, family and second chance I am sure you will enjoy this story.
Mail Order Mishaps
I have read many books of mail order, but to read a collection where each story has a mishap well. That sounds interesting. What I like about this collection is that all of them had plans, specific ones. But somehow they just go wrong. On the Bride’s Dilemma by Susan Page Davis we have Caleb and Eve story, everything was supposed to be easy and simple. They were supposed to get married and live on Caleb’s ranch. But when a man is a murder with Caleb’s knife. Eve finds herself in a difficult situation, who she will believe. The men she been known for several months now or these new events?. I like that both of them not only believe but trust in God to help them to prove his innocence. An unexpected twist, a second chance and an opportunity to love.
Now, in Romancing the Rancher by Linda Ford, what is the name of a mail order bride that was actually never ordered?. Amelia decides to accept the marriage proposal from Zack Taggerty. But he is not the person how wrote to her, he has difficult on his ranch, her father health had been declined and he also has to take care of his sister of twelve years old. He decided to accept her help for a time on the ranch. I like that even in the midst of this change, Amelia is focusing on God and fighting her fears with God say. The main characters in the story are both young but have to grow up faster due to unexpected situations. What is interesting is how Zack is so sure that he can’t marry yet for the previous complications mentions before. This story reminds us, God always knows better and never make a mistake.
On the Marriage Sham of Vickie McDonough, we have Zola. In the beginning, she is in a terrible condition and we learn that since she had no family, decide to post a mail order bride, the man she thought was the man God has chosen it for her end up been a bad man. And after a different situation, she sees herself in a precarious condition and in a serious need of a decent job. I like that even in her sorrow, she looks out to God. And we have Evan who recently loses his parents and only her sister survive the accident. He is looking for someone to take care of her and do the house works. Amy is hurting, but she also won’t open about how she is feeling. We see little by little how Zola’s heart start to heal and it’s open to a new chance a new possibility. Her attitude makes an impact and Amy start to change for good. We have an unexpected situation that puts Zola in momentary danger, a sure oh my God moment!. This story reminds us we are forgiven and on God, we have a second chance.
And finally we have The Galway Girl by Erica Vetsch, we first meet Maeve O’Reilly working as a scullery maid on a house in Boston. Since she is Irish her position is very delicate and for that moment the work positions were few. The son’s of her employer was harassing her and making her indecent proposals. So, far she has managed to get away. One day her best friend mention her about mail order brides and she has no option but to write to a man in order to go from that place. She receives by mistake the answer and the tickets from another mail-order groom, but since she needs to go. Decide to go to Kansas, Kaspar it is determined to marry well with a good Swedish woman familiar with his costume, someone who can help in her home. Especially with her grandmom, since there a convention he had no other option but to accept her proposition to work for him fas housekeeper for a month as payment for the ticket she used. But things don’t usually go I we thought they should.
All this story tell me this, God is always in control. Even doesn't seem that way. If you like good clean historical fiction collection, romance, faith, family and second chance I am sure you will enjoy this story.
August 9, 2019
I received an ARC of this book from Barbour Publishing, Inc. via NetGalley, this review is my personal opinion.
Mail order mishaps
I have read many books of mail order, but to read a collection where each story has a mishap well. That sounds interesting. What I like about this collection is that all of them had plans, specific ones. But somehow they just go wrong. On the Bride’s Dilemma by Susan Page Davis we have Caleb and Eve story, everything was supposed to be easy and simple. They were supposed to get married and live on Caleb’s ranch. But when a man is a murder with Caleb’s knife. Eve finds herself in a difficult situation, who she will believe. The men she been known for several months now or these new events?. I like that both of them not only believe but trust in God to help them to prove his innocence. An unexpected twist, a second chance and an opportunity to love.
Now, in Romancing the rancher by Linda Ford, what is the name of a mail order bride that was actually never ordered?. Amelia decides to accept the marriage proposal from Zack Taggerty. But he is not the person how wrote to her, he has difficult on his ranch, her father health had been declined and he also has to take care of his sister of twelve years old. He decided to accept her help for a time on the ranch. I like that even in the midst of this change, Amelia is focusing on God and fighting her fears with God say. The main characters in the story are both young but have to grow up faster due to unexpected situations. What is interesting is how Zack is so sure that he can’t marry yet for the previous complications mentions before. This story reminds us, God always knows better and never make a mistake.
On the Marriage sham of Vickie McDonough, we have Zola. In the beginning, she is in a terrible condition and we learn that since she had no family, decide to post a mail order bride, the man she thought was the man God has chosen it for her end up been a bad man. And after a different situation, she sees herself in a precarious condition and in a serious need of a decent job. I like that even in her sorrow, she looks out to God. And we have Evan who recently loses his parents and only her sister survive the accident. He is looking for someone to take care of her and do the house works. Amy is hurting, but she also won’t open about how she is feeling. We see little by little how Zola’s heart start to heal and it’s open to a new chance a new possibility. Her attitude makes an impact and Amy start to change for good. We have an unexpected situation that puts Zola in momentary danger, a sure oh my God moment!. This story reminds us we are forgiven and on God, we have a second chance.
And finally we have The Galway girl by Erica Vetsch, we first meet Maeve O’Reilly working as a scullery maid on a house in Boston. Since she is Irish her position is very delicate and for that moment the work positions were few. The son’s of her employer was harassing her and making her indecent proposals. So, far she has managed to get away. One day her best friend mention her about mail order brides and she has no option but to write to a man in order to go from that place. She receives by mistake the answer and the tickets from another mail-order groom, but since she needs to go. Decide to go to Kansas, Kaspar it is determined to marry well with a good Swedish woman familiar with his costume, someone who can help in her home. Especially with her grandmom, since there a convention he had no other option but to accept her proposition to work for him fas housekeeper for a month as payment for the ticket she used. But things don’t usually go I we thought they should.
All this story tell me this, God is always in control. Even doesn't seem that way. If you like good clean historical fiction collection, romance, faith, family and second chance I am sure you will enjoy this story.
Mail order mishaps
I have read many books of mail order, but to read a collection where each story has a mishap well. That sounds interesting. What I like about this collection is that all of them had plans, specific ones. But somehow they just go wrong. On the Bride’s Dilemma by Susan Page Davis we have Caleb and Eve story, everything was supposed to be easy and simple. They were supposed to get married and live on Caleb’s ranch. But when a man is a murder with Caleb’s knife. Eve finds herself in a difficult situation, who she will believe. The men she been known for several months now or these new events?. I like that both of them not only believe but trust in God to help them to prove his innocence. An unexpected twist, a second chance and an opportunity to love.
Now, in Romancing the rancher by Linda Ford, what is the name of a mail order bride that was actually never ordered?. Amelia decides to accept the marriage proposal from Zack Taggerty. But he is not the person how wrote to her, he has difficult on his ranch, her father health had been declined and he also has to take care of his sister of twelve years old. He decided to accept her help for a time on the ranch. I like that even in the midst of this change, Amelia is focusing on God and fighting her fears with God say. The main characters in the story are both young but have to grow up faster due to unexpected situations. What is interesting is how Zack is so sure that he can’t marry yet for the previous complications mentions before. This story reminds us, God always knows better and never make a mistake.
On the Marriage sham of Vickie McDonough, we have Zola. In the beginning, she is in a terrible condition and we learn that since she had no family, decide to post a mail order bride, the man she thought was the man God has chosen it for her end up been a bad man. And after a different situation, she sees herself in a precarious condition and in a serious need of a decent job. I like that even in her sorrow, she looks out to God. And we have Evan who recently loses his parents and only her sister survive the accident. He is looking for someone to take care of her and do the house works. Amy is hurting, but she also won’t open about how she is feeling. We see little by little how Zola’s heart start to heal and it’s open to a new chance a new possibility. Her attitude makes an impact and Amy start to change for good. We have an unexpected situation that puts Zola in momentary danger, a sure oh my God moment!. This story reminds us we are forgiven and on God, we have a second chance.
And finally we have The Galway girl by Erica Vetsch, we first meet Maeve O’Reilly working as a scullery maid on a house in Boston. Since she is Irish her position is very delicate and for that moment the work positions were few. The son’s of her employer was harassing her and making her indecent proposals. So, far she has managed to get away. One day her best friend mention her about mail order brides and she has no option but to write to a man in order to go from that place. She receives by mistake the answer and the tickets from another mail-order groom, but since she needs to go. Decide to go to Kansas, Kaspar it is determined to marry well with a good Swedish woman familiar with his costume, someone who can help in her home. Especially with her grandmom, since there a convention he had no other option but to accept her proposition to work for him fas housekeeper for a month as payment for the ticket she used. But things don’t usually go I we thought they should.
All this story tell me this, God is always in control. Even doesn't seem that way. If you like good clean historical fiction collection, romance, faith, family and second chance I am sure you will enjoy this story.
October 9, 2019
The Bride’s Dilemma by Susan Page Davis
Wyoming, 1883
Eve Martin arrives in Cheyenne to learn that man she came to marry is in jail, accused of a violent murder. Should she get on the next eastbound train, or has God brought her here to help save Caleb Blair’s life?
My Thoughts
Eve and Blair were looking to wed for better or worse. I felt the emotions of this couples desire to turn the worse situation into better for a happy future. Thankfully they both had faith in God and good friends. It was difficult to set the book down because I was so anxious to find out how it all played out. The author did not disappoint me it was even better than I expected.
****
Romancing the Rancher by Linda Ford
Montana, 1886
Amelia expects a safe home for herself and her niece as mail-order bride to Zach Taggerty. Only Zach has never heard of her, and the last thing he needs is more complications in his life.
My Thoughts
Loved this story! It hit home hard having gone through similar situation with my Father and then my husband due to their dementia. Heartache and feelings of hopelessness blinded this couple in search of their own needs. Thanks to this author for an amazing read.
****
The Marriage Sham by Vickie McDonough
Texas, 1888
Mail-order bride Zola Bryant is devastated. Her newlywed husband is dead. But even worse, they were never truly married because the man who wed them was an outlaw not a preacher. What will she do now that her life and reputation are in tatters?
My Thoughts
Zola needed someone to give her a break at starting over. This young woman thrilled me with her tenacity which eventually earned herself to be trusted beyond all measure. A fun and full of mishaps. A must read. Wished it could have been longer. Author must have a great since of humor.
****
The Galway Girl by Erica Vetsch
Kansas, 1875
A mail-order mix-up sends Irish lass Maeve O’Reilly to the Swedish community of Lindsborg, Kansas. Will Kaspar Sandberg consider it a happy accident or a disaster to be rectified as soon as possible?
My Thoughts
Maeve reminds me of a firecracker, watch out there she goes. Me having four daughters had me routing for this young woman to overcome all odds. The author built an amazing character that would give hope to many a young girls facing hard times.
Wyoming, 1883
Eve Martin arrives in Cheyenne to learn that man she came to marry is in jail, accused of a violent murder. Should she get on the next eastbound train, or has God brought her here to help save Caleb Blair’s life?
My Thoughts
Eve and Blair were looking to wed for better or worse. I felt the emotions of this couples desire to turn the worse situation into better for a happy future. Thankfully they both had faith in God and good friends. It was difficult to set the book down because I was so anxious to find out how it all played out. The author did not disappoint me it was even better than I expected.
****
Romancing the Rancher by Linda Ford
Montana, 1886
Amelia expects a safe home for herself and her niece as mail-order bride to Zach Taggerty. Only Zach has never heard of her, and the last thing he needs is more complications in his life.
My Thoughts
Loved this story! It hit home hard having gone through similar situation with my Father and then my husband due to their dementia. Heartache and feelings of hopelessness blinded this couple in search of their own needs. Thanks to this author for an amazing read.
****
The Marriage Sham by Vickie McDonough
Texas, 1888
Mail-order bride Zola Bryant is devastated. Her newlywed husband is dead. But even worse, they were never truly married because the man who wed them was an outlaw not a preacher. What will she do now that her life and reputation are in tatters?
My Thoughts
Zola needed someone to give her a break at starting over. This young woman thrilled me with her tenacity which eventually earned herself to be trusted beyond all measure. A fun and full of mishaps. A must read. Wished it could have been longer. Author must have a great since of humor.
****
The Galway Girl by Erica Vetsch
Kansas, 1875
A mail-order mix-up sends Irish lass Maeve O’Reilly to the Swedish community of Lindsborg, Kansas. Will Kaspar Sandberg consider it a happy accident or a disaster to be rectified as soon as possible?
My Thoughts
Maeve reminds me of a firecracker, watch out there she goes. Me having four daughters had me routing for this young woman to overcome all odds. The author built an amazing character that would give hope to many a young girls facing hard times.
October 9, 2019
The Bride’s Dilemma by Susan Page Davis
Wyoming, 1883
Eve Martin arrives in Cheyenne to learn that man she came to marry is in jail, accused of a violent murder. Should she get on the next eastbound train, or has God brought her here to help save Caleb Blair’s life?
My Thoughts
Eve and Blair were looking to wed for better or worse. I felt the emotions of this couples desire to turn the worse situation into better for a happy future. Thankfully they both had faith in God and good friends. It was difficult to set the book down because I was so anxious to find out how it all played out. The author did not disappoint me it was even better than I expected.
****
Romancing the Rancher by Linda Ford
Montana, 1886
Amelia expects a safe home for herself and her niece as mail-order bride to Zach Taggerty. Only Zach has never heard of her, and the last thing he needs is more complications in his life.
My Thoughts
Loved this story! It hit home hard having gone through similar situation with my Father and then my husband due to their dementia. Heartache and feelings of hopelessness blinded this couple in search of their own needs. Thanks to this author for an amazing read.
****
The Marriage Sham by Vickie McDonough
Texas, 1888
Mail-order bride Zola Bryant is devastated. Her newlywed husband is dead. But even worse, they were never truly married because the man who wed them was an outlaw not a preacher. What will she do now that her life and reputation are in tatters?
My Thoughts
Zola needed someone to give her a break at starting over. This young woman thrilled me with her tenacity which eventually earned herself to be trusted beyond all measure. A fun and full of mishaps. A must read. Wished it could have been longer. Author must have a great since of humor.
****
The Galway Girl by Erica Vetsch
Kansas, 1875
A mail-order mix-up sends Irish lass Maeve O’Reilly to the Swedish community of Lindsborg, Kansas. Will Kaspar Sandberg consider it a happy accident or a disaster to be rectified as soon as possible?
My Thoughts
Maeve reminds me of a firecracker, watch out there she goes. Me having four daughters had me routing for this young woman to overcome all odds. The author built an amazing character that would give hope to many a young girls facing hard times.
Wyoming, 1883
Eve Martin arrives in Cheyenne to learn that man she came to marry is in jail, accused of a violent murder. Should she get on the next eastbound train, or has God brought her here to help save Caleb Blair’s life?
My Thoughts
Eve and Blair were looking to wed for better or worse. I felt the emotions of this couples desire to turn the worse situation into better for a happy future. Thankfully they both had faith in God and good friends. It was difficult to set the book down because I was so anxious to find out how it all played out. The author did not disappoint me it was even better than I expected.
****
Romancing the Rancher by Linda Ford
Montana, 1886
Amelia expects a safe home for herself and her niece as mail-order bride to Zach Taggerty. Only Zach has never heard of her, and the last thing he needs is more complications in his life.
My Thoughts
Loved this story! It hit home hard having gone through similar situation with my Father and then my husband due to their dementia. Heartache and feelings of hopelessness blinded this couple in search of their own needs. Thanks to this author for an amazing read.
****
The Marriage Sham by Vickie McDonough
Texas, 1888
Mail-order bride Zola Bryant is devastated. Her newlywed husband is dead. But even worse, they were never truly married because the man who wed them was an outlaw not a preacher. What will she do now that her life and reputation are in tatters?
My Thoughts
Zola needed someone to give her a break at starting over. This young woman thrilled me with her tenacity which eventually earned herself to be trusted beyond all measure. A fun and full of mishaps. A must read. Wished it could have been longer. Author must have a great since of humor.
****
The Galway Girl by Erica Vetsch
Kansas, 1875
A mail-order mix-up sends Irish lass Maeve O’Reilly to the Swedish community of Lindsborg, Kansas. Will Kaspar Sandberg consider it a happy accident or a disaster to be rectified as soon as possible?
My Thoughts
Maeve reminds me of a firecracker, watch out there she goes. Me having four daughters had me routing for this young woman to overcome all odds. The author built an amazing character that would give hope to many a young girls facing hard times.
August 10, 2019
This is a nice collection of mail order bride stories gone wrong. If you like Christian lit and mail order bride stories you are likely to enjoy these. I liked that in each story the mishap was very different from the others. Each novella was a unique story. And each was enjoyable. Plus I love the cover.
The Bride’s Dilemma by Susan Page Davis
Likable characters though it feels that we spend most of the time with Eve. Caleb spends most of the story in jail but we learned quickly in the first chapter or so what his character is made of. He's obviously a good man in a stinky situation. There is a little mystery to figure out who really dunnit and I didn't figure it out until the reveal. Probably not enough clues in the story but the mystery isn't the point of the story anyway. It is just the means to tell the story.
Romancing the Rancher by Linda Ford
This one also has a bit of a mystery of how they got in this position. Again I didn't figure it out until the reveal. But I enjoyed the characters and could relate with Zach stresses about taking care of his father with dementia. It was pretty realistic from my experience. Amelia was very sweet with Pa and I enjoyed Daisy as well.
The Marriage Sham by Vickie McDonough
I can't imagine going through what Zola went through in the premise of this story. I'm grateful to live in a time and society that would be more accepting of such things because how she was treated was totally unfair. I loved how she was able to navigate the difficulties she endured even with the obnoxious little sister she was caring for.
The Galway Girl by Erica Vetsch
Fun story. I'm Swedish so it was fun for me that they were dealing with a town settled by Swedes and then throwing in an Irish woman. I liked these characters too. I would have liked for her to confess the reason she arrived as she did so she didn't look quite so flaky but other than that it was good.
Sex: no
Language: no
Violence: attempted sexual attack, references to previous abuse, kidnapping, threatening situation
The Bride’s Dilemma by Susan Page Davis
Likable characters though it feels that we spend most of the time with Eve. Caleb spends most of the story in jail but we learned quickly in the first chapter or so what his character is made of. He's obviously a good man in a stinky situation. There is a little mystery to figure out who really dunnit and I didn't figure it out until the reveal. Probably not enough clues in the story but the mystery isn't the point of the story anyway. It is just the means to tell the story.
Romancing the Rancher by Linda Ford
This one also has a bit of a mystery of how they got in this position. Again I didn't figure it out until the reveal. But I enjoyed the characters and could relate with Zach stresses about taking care of his father with dementia. It was pretty realistic from my experience. Amelia was very sweet with Pa and I enjoyed Daisy as well.
The Marriage Sham by Vickie McDonough
I can't imagine going through what Zola went through in the premise of this story. I'm grateful to live in a time and society that would be more accepting of such things because how she was treated was totally unfair. I loved how she was able to navigate the difficulties she endured even with the obnoxious little sister she was caring for.
The Galway Girl by Erica Vetsch
Fun story. I'm Swedish so it was fun for me that they were dealing with a town settled by Swedes and then throwing in an Irish woman. I liked these characters too. I would have liked for her to confess the reason she arrived as she did so she didn't look quite so flaky but other than that it was good.
Sex: no
Language: no
Violence: attempted sexual attack, references to previous abuse, kidnapping, threatening situation
May 5, 2019
4 very enjoyable stories, that are easy to get into and hard to put down. All heartwarming and will bring a smile to your face.
The Bride’s Dilemma by Susan Page Davis
Eva is on her way to Cheyenne to meet up with her soon to be husband. Problem is, she finds out he’s in jail when she arrives. As she sets out to question people she finds some aren’t happy with her probing, but also makes an unlikely friend. Lovely story that keeps the pages turning as Eva goes about trying to solve who the real culprit is.
Romancing the Rancher by Linda Ford
Amelia arrives in Broken Arrow planning to marry Zach. Problem is, he’s telling her he didn’t write the letters. He convinces her to write to another person seeking a mail order bride but at the same time he is convinced by the postmaster to take Amelia and her little girl Daisy back to his ranch so she has a place to stay in the interim. Loved the characters and an easy to read story.
The Marriage Sham by Vickie McDonough
Zola’s marriage wasn’t what she hoped. When she learns her husband of 4 months is dead, and he was a robber on top of that, she despairs of what to do. When Evan comes into town looking for a new caretaker for his sister as well as someone to keep house, he decides to risk bringing Zola into the fold. Beautiful story with likeable characters.
The Galway Girl by Erica Vetsch
Maeve has hired on for the kitchen help, but has troubles with the bosses son. She sends in a reply to a grocer in Chicago looking for a wife, but gets tickets from another man, written to a lady named Trudy. Things get interesting and the story keeps moving along. A fitting conclusion to an enjoyable series.
The Bride’s Dilemma by Susan Page Davis
Eva is on her way to Cheyenne to meet up with her soon to be husband. Problem is, she finds out he’s in jail when she arrives. As she sets out to question people she finds some aren’t happy with her probing, but also makes an unlikely friend. Lovely story that keeps the pages turning as Eva goes about trying to solve who the real culprit is.
Romancing the Rancher by Linda Ford
Amelia arrives in Broken Arrow planning to marry Zach. Problem is, he’s telling her he didn’t write the letters. He convinces her to write to another person seeking a mail order bride but at the same time he is convinced by the postmaster to take Amelia and her little girl Daisy back to his ranch so she has a place to stay in the interim. Loved the characters and an easy to read story.
The Marriage Sham by Vickie McDonough
Zola’s marriage wasn’t what she hoped. When she learns her husband of 4 months is dead, and he was a robber on top of that, she despairs of what to do. When Evan comes into town looking for a new caretaker for his sister as well as someone to keep house, he decides to risk bringing Zola into the fold. Beautiful story with likeable characters.
The Galway Girl by Erica Vetsch
Maeve has hired on for the kitchen help, but has troubles with the bosses son. She sends in a reply to a grocer in Chicago looking for a wife, but gets tickets from another man, written to a lady named Trudy. Things get interesting and the story keeps moving along. A fitting conclusion to an enjoyable series.
July 1, 2019
(3.5 stars) - mail order brides encounter Murphy's Law
These are all decent reads about mail order brides whose match doesn't turn out as expected. As is typical in short story collections, some of the stories are better than others so I'll rate them individually.
The Bride’s Dilemma (3 stars)
A simple but sweet story that seemed a bit stiff. I didn't really understand why the bad guy went after Eve since she didn't seem to be getting anywhere close to finding out whodunnit.
Romancing the Rancher (3.5 stars)
I really liked this story, but a twist to the plot providing a jealous spur to the hero was unbelievably contrived which made it hard to maintain my enthusiasm. (And had she even told Jacob about Daisy? He might have rejected her!)
The Marriage Sham (3.5 stars)
Zola showed a lot of confidence in dealing with Amy & talking to the hero that didn't seem to fit her character up to that point. The romance is kinda insta-love but sweet.
The Galway Girl (4 stars)
A woman like Mrs Kemper would certainly have fired Maeve for her insolence. Maeve's attraction to the hero is also an insta-love, & I doubt a real Helva would've been willing to give up a ranch owner for his mere employee, but I still enjoyed the story & would say this one was the best of the group
Clean Romance Level: sweet kisses
Religion: Christian characters who explicitly talk about their beliefs
These are all decent reads about mail order brides whose match doesn't turn out as expected. As is typical in short story collections, some of the stories are better than others so I'll rate them individually.
The Bride’s Dilemma (3 stars)
A simple but sweet story that seemed a bit stiff. I didn't really understand why the bad guy went after Eve since she didn't seem to be getting anywhere close to finding out whodunnit.
Romancing the Rancher (3.5 stars)
I really liked this story, but a twist to the plot providing a jealous spur to the hero was unbelievably contrived which made it hard to maintain my enthusiasm. (And had she even told Jacob about Daisy? He might have rejected her!)
The Marriage Sham (3.5 stars)
Zola showed a lot of confidence in dealing with Amy & talking to the hero that didn't seem to fit her character up to that point. The romance is kinda insta-love but sweet.
The Galway Girl (4 stars)
A woman like Mrs Kemper would certainly have fired Maeve for her insolence. Maeve's attraction to the hero is also an insta-love, & I doubt a real Helva would've been willing to give up a ranch owner for his mere employee, but I still enjoyed the story & would say this one was the best of the group
Clean Romance Level: sweet kisses
Religion: Christian characters who explicitly talk about their beliefs
October 26, 2021
Four stories set in historical through around a decade in the 1880s. These women will become mail order brides to men in the west but are these their intended groom or was there a mistake some where along the way. Only God knows for sure. A man in jail for murder, a surprised groom who isn’t wanting to get married, a man looking for help with his wheelchair bound sister and a farmer looking for help with his grandmother will find the wrong woman comes to town. These four men with find that these Mail Order Mishaps may just be the person that God has meant for them.
Mail Order Mishaps takes a well-known practice in the old west and turns it upside down. Four stories of women becoming mail order brides to men only to be the wrong ones. God’s hand is brought into the mix to make sure these grooms and brides find their true love. They face danger, unknown circumstances, and an attraction that they can’t ignore. Lives will forever change as these couples come together with faith and love. Mail Order Mishaps is written by four well known Christian writers to put love of God, each other, along with faith that their lives will work out in good time. Facing adversity will bring these couples together and help them to realize their lives were meant to be shared. Mail Order Mishaps shows that when misunderstandings and accidents happen true love will bloom along with God’s love.
Mail Order Mishaps takes a well-known practice in the old west and turns it upside down. Four stories of women becoming mail order brides to men only to be the wrong ones. God’s hand is brought into the mix to make sure these grooms and brides find their true love. They face danger, unknown circumstances, and an attraction that they can’t ignore. Lives will forever change as these couples come together with faith and love. Mail Order Mishaps is written by four well known Christian writers to put love of God, each other, along with faith that their lives will work out in good time. Facing adversity will bring these couples together and help them to realize their lives were meant to be shared. Mail Order Mishaps shows that when misunderstandings and accidents happen true love will bloom along with God’s love.
May 28, 2019
I've really enjoyed reading this novella collection. I read one story per week (that was hard for me!
The mishaps the authors put these poor girls through were certainly entertaining.
I liked how each bride showed some spunk and did the best they could in the situation they found themselves in. Eve gets busy trying to find out what really happened. Amelia takes charge and helps Zach care for his father and sister. Zola, despite all she went through in a few short months, helps Evan with his sister. But she really helps Amy the most. Last but not least, we have Maeve. She escapes a terrible situation by becoming a MOB but is not at all what Kaspar ordered. Maeve gets busy cleaning and cooking and caring for grandmother right away.
It's not spoiling anything that I say these all have happy endings. It's how those happy endings come about that I liked so much. One of my favorite quotes is from Romancing the Rancher.
"It's a shame to let disappointments and challenges rob us of happiness. Life and love and laughter are meant to be enjoyed."
*I received an e-copy of this book from the publisher via NetGalley. I was under no obligation to post a review. All opinions expressed are entirely my own.
The mishaps the authors put these poor girls through were certainly entertaining.
I liked how each bride showed some spunk and did the best they could in the situation they found themselves in. Eve gets busy trying to find out what really happened. Amelia takes charge and helps Zach care for his father and sister. Zola, despite all she went through in a few short months, helps Evan with his sister. But she really helps Amy the most. Last but not least, we have Maeve. She escapes a terrible situation by becoming a MOB but is not at all what Kaspar ordered. Maeve gets busy cleaning and cooking and caring for grandmother right away.
It's not spoiling anything that I say these all have happy endings. It's how those happy endings come about that I liked so much. One of my favorite quotes is from Romancing the Rancher.
"It's a shame to let disappointments and challenges rob us of happiness. Life and love and laughter are meant to be enjoyed."
*I received an e-copy of this book from the publisher via NetGalley. I was under no obligation to post a review. All opinions expressed are entirely my own.
March 17, 2019
I enjoy reading mail-order bride novels. I found this collection, Mail-OrderMishaps even more delightful. The stories are about four young ladies in the late 1800's who have responded to an ad in the Matrimonial News paper. Things did not turn out as expected for them. All have had family lose and are facing desperate consequences. By answering the ad, each hope to find a descent man, settle down out west and start a family. By facing the obstacles thrown at them, they demonstrate what brave, strong, and courageous women they are. The stories all have a thread of faith throughout the entire story. I had read one of the stories before, but enjoyed it as much the second time around. If you like clean western romance, you will love these. It is so refreshing to read a book that I can pass on to my daughter and granddaughter and not be afraid of the content. Vickie McDonough, Linda Ford, Erica Vetsch and Susan Page Davis are authors I can always count on for clean, wholesome content. Thank you ladies.
I received a copy from Barbour Books through NetGalley. The opinions in the review are my own.
I received a copy from Barbour Books through NetGalley. The opinions in the review are my own.
March 17, 2019
I enjoy reading mail-order bride novels. I found this collection, Mail-OrderMishaps even more delightful. The stories are about four young ladies in the late 1800's who have responded to an ad in the Matrimonial News paper. Things did not turn out as expected for them. All have had family lose and are facing desperate consequences. By answering the ad, each hope to find a descent man, settle down out west and start a family. By facing the obstacles thrown at them, they demonstrate what brave, strong, and courageous women they are. The stories all have a thread of faith throughout the entire story. I had read one of the stories before, but enjoyed it as much the second time around. If you like clean western romance, you will love these. It is so refreshing to read a book that I can pass on to my daughter and granddaughter and not be afraid of the content. Vickie McDonough, Linda Ford, Erica Vetsch and Susan Page Davis are authors I can always count on for clean, wholesome content. Thank you ladies.
I received a copy from Barbour Books through NetGalley. The opinions in the review are my own.
I received a copy from Barbour Books through NetGalley. The opinions in the review are my own.
May 8, 2019
Neat set of stories set in the 1800s. Christian Historical Romance. Girls and guys who are looking to marry, to make a better life for themselves in America. So well told, you slip easily into their lives and feel their struggles. In one a bride arrives to find her match in jail, in another a bride who wasn't, then found a new place to fit in, then in another an Irish girl who got tickets to go to a groom by mistake. Barbour books are always a wonderful read!
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March 5, 2019
My daddy worked for the postal service for thirty years and we always joked that the postal service went to pot when he retired. But according to these novellas, postal service wasn't too hot back in the late 1800s. Each of these stories revolve around a personal ads newsletter called Matrimonial News, and the mistaken notions the brides have about their prospective husbands. Each of the brides have to navigate choppy waters to come to the ends of the lines set before them.
Barbour Books gathers some of the best Novella authors to write these stories. The four stories are comfortable and like cuddling up with an old, favorite blanket. This is a Five-Star Book, with two thumbs up, and a cup of tea to drink while you read.
My thanks to Barbour Books for allowing me to read and review this book.
Barbour Books gathers some of the best Novella authors to write these stories. The four stories are comfortable and like cuddling up with an old, favorite blanket. This is a Five-Star Book, with two thumbs up, and a cup of tea to drink while you read.
My thanks to Barbour Books for allowing me to read and review this book.
November 3, 2019
The fact that this collection follows the latest growing trend of capping the number of novellas it features to just four means it really allows the characters the room they need to breathe, as well as provides the opportunity for greater depth and a more realistic progression of the romances. All the authors involved favourites of mine, their contributions to this book also did not end up disappointing, though I would have to say The Galway Girl by Erica Vetsch is probably my favourite overall; having an Irish heroine and Swedish hero made for an enjoyable culture clash, and a sweet love story. All in all, this was an enjoyable book I would definitely recommend.
I was given a complimentary copy of this book from Revell Publishers through Netgalley. Thank you.
All opinions expressed are my own.
I was given a complimentary copy of this book from Revell Publishers through Netgalley. Thank you.
All opinions expressed are my own.
February 12, 2019
I received a copy of Mail-Order Mishaps by Susan Page Davis, Linda Ford, Vickie McDonough, and Erica Vetsch from the publisher via NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.
This was the first anything by all of the aforementioned authors that I have read, but the novel's summary intrigued me so I gave it a shot and was pleasantly surprised. All of the authors' stories were enjoyable and very different from one another. The dialogue between the characters (primary characters as well as secondary) was entertaining and the main characters' chemistry was believable given the time period and context.
This was the first anything by all of the aforementioned authors that I have read, but the novel's summary intrigued me so I gave it a shot and was pleasantly surprised. All of the authors' stories were enjoyable and very different from one another. The dialogue between the characters (primary characters as well as secondary) was entertaining and the main characters' chemistry was believable given the time period and context.
April 11, 2019
Mail Order Mishaps is a fun series of stories that are fun to read! In the first story, the prospective bridegroom is arrested while he awaits his bride's train! In the second, the prospective bridegroom has no clue that he has a mail order bride! (fun story) In the third, the bride marries the man, but soon discovers that not only is he abusive, but an outlaw as well. After he is killed in a robbery, she finds a job working for a man taking care of his sister. In the last story (my personal favorite) is about the bride getting the wrong reply. She meets him anyway, and she works for him for a month. Four great stories!
January 24, 2020
I do adore a good mail-order bride story, and this collection boasts four that are written by authors whose writing I’ve previously enjoyed.
Each of these novellas lives up to the “mishaps” of the title, and very much the “awry.” But each tale has it’s own charm, sometimes touching, sometimes amusing, and delivering a well written story with characters who have to overcome obstacles and sometimes even their own pre-conceived notions, with faith and family woven in.
This review refers to a digital galley I voluntarily read through NetGalley, courtesy of the publisher. All opinions expressed are my own.
Each of these novellas lives up to the “mishaps” of the title, and very much the “awry.” But each tale has it’s own charm, sometimes touching, sometimes amusing, and delivering a well written story with characters who have to overcome obstacles and sometimes even their own pre-conceived notions, with faith and family woven in.
This review refers to a digital galley I voluntarily read through NetGalley, courtesy of the publisher. All opinions expressed are my own.
June 4, 2019
Mail Order Mishaps
By: Susan Page Davis, Linda Ford, Vickie McDonough, Erica Vetsch
These mail-order mix-ups were a fun lot to read. From getting the wrong ticket to finding she wasn’t legally married, the women of these novellas chose to trust in the Lord to find a better future. The Matrimonial Paper became a blessing rather an escape.
I did not enjoy the first story but the following three were enjoyable easy reads.
I was provided this book from NetGalley in exchange for an honest review which I’ve shared here. For more book reviews check out my blog: https://simplyannehere.wordpress.com
By: Susan Page Davis, Linda Ford, Vickie McDonough, Erica Vetsch
These mail-order mix-ups were a fun lot to read. From getting the wrong ticket to finding she wasn’t legally married, the women of these novellas chose to trust in the Lord to find a better future. The Matrimonial Paper became a blessing rather an escape.
I did not enjoy the first story but the following three were enjoyable easy reads.
I was provided this book from NetGalley in exchange for an honest review which I’ve shared here. For more book reviews check out my blog: https://simplyannehere.wordpress.com
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