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Prisoners of Love #4
Miranda
Miss Miranda Beamer, the only child of a preacher, sits in jail in Dodge City with three other female prisoners. They are in for various crimes, but Miranda is by far the most serious. She just killed her step-father. Marshal Dale Jones needs to get rid of the women who are not safe in Dodge City, even in jail. He comes up with a plan to ship them to Santa Fe on a wagon train, with a former brothel owner as their chaperone with the idea of being mail order brides. Miranda, however, has a plan of her own. She knows her step-brother will be coming after her when he learns she killed his father. She will travel to Santa Fe, but instead of marrying, she'll get a job, save some money and disappear.
Preston Stone, up and coming businessman in Santa Fe will not be allowed the permit to build his hotel and restaurant unless he is married to a respectable woman. He is the child of a prostitute and the owner of a gambling house and saloon. Not respectable enough on his own to get the nod from the Town Council. When Miranda comes to his saloon looking for a job, Preston knows she is the one to help him. He offers her a job as his bookkeeper, but with the condition that she marry him first. No amount of persuasion on her part will change Preston's mind. Job and marriage, or nothing at all.
Preston Stone, up and coming businessman in Santa Fe will not be allowed the permit to build his hotel and restaurant unless he is married to a respectable woman. He is the child of a prostitute and the owner of a gambling house and saloon. Not respectable enough on his own to get the nod from the Town Council. When Miranda comes to his saloon looking for a job, Preston knows she is the one to help him. He offers her a job as his bookkeeper, but with the condition that she marry him first. No amount of persuasion on her part will change Preston's mind. Job and marriage, or nothing at all.
129 pages, Kindle Edition
Published February 11, 2019
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Callie Hutton
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Hi Romance Fans,
My historical romances are full of heat, humor, and quirky characters. I’ve always loved history, which was my college major. Things of the past fascinate me. Not those boring history classes in high school, but the history of people. How they lived their lives, what they ate, what they wore, the challenges they faced, what they worried about.
I have recently delved into Historical Cozy Mysteries. My very first one, For the Love of the Baron, a Historical Romantic Suspense novella, spurred me to try a full length, non-romance focused cozy mystery. A Study in Murder released last year from Crooked Lane Publishing, and the reviews have been excellent. The second book, The Sign of Death, released this year and the next book, The Mystery of Albert E. Finch will release in January of 2022.
I've also been busy keeping up with my Regency/Victorian romances. Check out my latest series, The Rose Room Rogues. Four brothers who own a gambling club and find themselves caught in the net of love.
Watch for my new Highlander series, The Sutherlands of Dornoch. The first book in that series, To Deceive a Highlander, will release March 30th.
Take a look around my website and check out some of the books I write, and their lovely covers. www.calliehutton.com
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January 17, 2019
Prisoners of Love : Miranda is book four in the Prisoners of Love series by Callie Hutton. Wow! I loved this book. I have not read the entire series yet, but this book can definitely stand alone. It had everything a romance fan could want - romance, humor and a few spicy scenes. I really enjoyed the character of Miranda Beamer. She is on the run from her vengeful step brother when she arrives in Santa Fe. Preston Stone needs a wife so that he can be seen by the town as a respectable business owner. When he and Miranda meet up sparks fly. But can they have a true romance or just a marriage of convenience? I am going to go back and start at the beginning of this wonderful series. I was gifted a copy of this book.
February 23, 2019
An enjoyable weekend read! I wish there was a little more back story to Miranda and Preston... and would even like to read Crystal's story (hint hint :)) in future.
I really liked Callie Hutton's Prisoners of Love series and am looking forward to reading Nellie's story (Book 5) once it is released.
I really liked Callie Hutton's Prisoners of Love series and am looking forward to reading Nellie's story (Book 5) once it is released.
February 24, 2019
This book had all the elements to make it a good read, yet something was missing. Miranda was a sweet and strong lady that found herself in a dangerous situation. By taking matters into her own hands, she sets of a chain of events that includes jail, becoming a Mail-Order bride and being hunted by her evil stepbrother. The poor girl finally gets a break in the form of Preston, a very nice and upstanding local businessman and her new husband. The the story seemed rushed. 3.25Stars
February 6, 2019
Miss Miranda Beamer, the only child of a preacher, sits in jail in Dodge City with three other female prisoners. Marshal Dale Jones needs to get rid of the women who are not safe in Dodge City, even in jail. He comes up with a plan to ship them to Santa Fe on a wagon train, with a former brothel owner Miss Nellie as their chaperone & for them to be mail order brides. Miranda, however, has a plan of her own. She knows her step-brother Woody will be coming after her when he learns she killed his father. She will travel to Santa Fe, but instead of marrying, she'll get a job, save some money and disappear. Preston Stone, up and coming businessman in Santa Fe will not be allowed the permit to build his hotel and restaurant unless he is married to a respectable woman. He is the child of a prostitute and the owner of a gambling house and saloon. When Miranda comes to his saloon looking for a job, Preston knows she is the one to help him. He offers her a job as his bookkeeper, but with the condition that she marry him first.
I read this immediately after reading the first three stories in the series & I’m now impatiently awaiting the final story. This story could easily be read on its own but the whole series is really good so to fully appreciate it I’d recommend reading in order. A short story but it packs a punch, well rounded characters, fast paced plot I read it in a sitting. Preston has worked hard to gain respectability, Miranda nearly threw everything away when she killed Frankie all be it in self defence. They are drawn to each other from their first meeting. The road to their HEA isn't smooth but it makes for a darned good read.
My honest review is for a special copy I voluntarily read
I read this immediately after reading the first three stories in the series & I’m now impatiently awaiting the final story. This story could easily be read on its own but the whole series is really good so to fully appreciate it I’d recommend reading in order. A short story but it packs a punch, well rounded characters, fast paced plot I read it in a sitting. Preston has worked hard to gain respectability, Miranda nearly threw everything away when she killed Frankie all be it in self defence. They are drawn to each other from their first meeting. The road to their HEA isn't smooth but it makes for a darned good read.
My honest review is for a special copy I voluntarily read
January 25, 2019
This is the first western book I have ever read and I enjoyed it very much. This is very entertaining story of Miranda and Preston. This adventure has many twists and turns in the story. Miranda is running for her life after killing her stepfather in self-defense. Now her stepbrother, Woody, is out for revenge. I really liked Miranda's character. She is honest, brave, modest, empathetic, loving and intelligent. She was always a lady even though she was never treated as one by her stepfather and his son and she still believed in God and felt everyone deserved love. Her stepfather and stepbrother lived a slovenly life and they were just plain mean, Preston is a man haunted by his past. He has clawed his way up from nothing to own a successful bar and gambling hall. Preston has his own secrets. When Preston meets Miranda, he realizes that she is just the woman he needs to marry. Preston is a strong man, in control of himself and his surroundings. He is an excellent businessman. Because of how he grew up, the people in society and the town did not hold him in high regard. But he was a good and honest man, hardworking and kind. You could tell by the way he ran his business he was a very responsible employer and treated everyone that worked for him very well with respect. Frankie and Woody were hardened, don't give a crap type men. I received an Advanced Readers Copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review.
February 6, 2019
Miss Miranda Beamer, the only child of a preacher, sits in jail in Dodge City for killing her step father in self-defense, but she knows his son Woody will be out for revenge. Marshal Dale Jones needs to get rid of the women in his jail and offers to ship the women off to Santa Fe on a wagon train with the idea of being mail order brides. Miranda decides she needs a fresh start in a new place, and a place to hide from Woody and heads with the other woman to Santa Fe. Preston Stone owner of the local saloon in Santa Fe can’t get a permit to build his hotel and restaurant unless he is married to a respectable woman. When Miranda arrives in town she goes to find a job, but the one thing Preston see is an opportunity to find himself a respectable wife. He gives her the job of bookkeeper with one condition she marry him too. In this story you grow to love Preston who’s had a rough start in life and a bad reputation, the town’s people don’t treat him very well, but he’s an honest man hard working man who’s a businessman who wants to expand his businesses. Miranda is hiding a secret that could get them both killed when Woody finds her or will the secret send Preston away. This my honest opinions after I voluntarily read a copy of this book that was provided to me with no requirements for a review.
February 13, 2019
Prisoners of Love: Miranda
by Callie Hutton
After narrowly escaping a fate worse than death Miranda is on the mail-order bride wagon to Santa -Fe. She knows that even the good sheriff of Dodge city (her home town) can’t keep her safe once her step brother finds out what she’s done. Her plan is to find work in Santa-Fe and go someplace where no one can find her.....hopefully.
Preston Stone has come a long way from being the kid whose mother worked in a brothel selling herself. Through hard work and determenation he’s acquired a fortune and is working towards building a hotel and restaurant in Santa-Fe.
Unfortunately the town council needs him to be a respectable family man....a married man to a respectable woman. Fate seems to be smiling for Preston and Miranda who throws them together, she’s looking for employment he’s looking for a wife With a little convincing he gets his respectability. But what happens when Miranda's past comes looking for her and jeapordizes her newfound happiness? A fast paced story that will keep you on edge, a villain bent on murder some twists and plenty of suspense . Simmering passion and extremely likeable hero and heroine. This was a vividly portrayed Western that I highly recommend , part of a series but can be read as a stand-alone .
I received a complimentary copy from the author. This is my honest unbiased opinion.
by Callie Hutton
After narrowly escaping a fate worse than death Miranda is on the mail-order bride wagon to Santa -Fe. She knows that even the good sheriff of Dodge city (her home town) can’t keep her safe once her step brother finds out what she’s done. Her plan is to find work in Santa-Fe and go someplace where no one can find her.....hopefully.
Preston Stone has come a long way from being the kid whose mother worked in a brothel selling herself. Through hard work and determenation he’s acquired a fortune and is working towards building a hotel and restaurant in Santa-Fe.
Unfortunately the town council needs him to be a respectable family man....a married man to a respectable woman. Fate seems to be smiling for Preston and Miranda who throws them together, she’s looking for employment he’s looking for a wife With a little convincing he gets his respectability. But what happens when Miranda's past comes looking for her and jeapordizes her newfound happiness? A fast paced story that will keep you on edge, a villain bent on murder some twists and plenty of suspense . Simmering passion and extremely likeable hero and heroine. This was a vividly portrayed Western that I highly recommend , part of a series but can be read as a stand-alone .
I received a complimentary copy from the author. This is my honest unbiased opinion.
February 11, 2019
Miranda Beamer is the only daughter of a minister. Preston Stone is the son of a prostitute. What, if anything, could bring these two together? She is a mail order bride who killed her stepfather (that part is a secret), and he needs a respectable wife in order to improve his business. Maybe they could come to an agreement, a business arrangement to benefit them both.
I liked and admired Miranda and Preston. Miranda is gentle by nature, modest, loving, and intelligent. Preston is an excellent businessman. He is hardworking, goal centered, honest, responsible, and kind. Nellie and Marshal Jones were great secondary characters. Their interest and concern for Miranda (and the other women in the group) was touching. Frankie and Woody Smith were disgusting and cruel. The story is well written, doesn’t slow down, and is full of action, danger, twists and turns, and surprises. There are a couple of real “hold your breath” moments. There are quite serious obstacles to their HEA, but slowly and surely Miranda and Preston move toward a happy ending. The epilogue was a wonderful picture of the family, heartwarming and humorous. The story is good; the series is great. I enjoyed and recommend it to historical romance fans.
I liked and admired Miranda and Preston. Miranda is gentle by nature, modest, loving, and intelligent. Preston is an excellent businessman. He is hardworking, goal centered, honest, responsible, and kind. Nellie and Marshal Jones were great secondary characters. Their interest and concern for Miranda (and the other women in the group) was touching. Frankie and Woody Smith were disgusting and cruel. The story is well written, doesn’t slow down, and is full of action, danger, twists and turns, and surprises. There are a couple of real “hold your breath” moments. There are quite serious obstacles to their HEA, but slowly and surely Miranda and Preston move toward a happy ending. The epilogue was a wonderful picture of the family, heartwarming and humorous. The story is good; the series is great. I enjoyed and recommend it to historical romance fans.
February 12, 2019
Callie Hutton captures the essence of the late 1800's old west in this captivating story that will grab you from the first page! Forced to kill her stepfather in self defense, Miranda turns herself in and winds up in the jail in Dodge City with with several women. Can you imagine? She knows her stepbrother will be coming after her. The Marshal wants to move these ladies out as soon as he can and puts them on a wagon train to Sante Fe as mail order brides. Well, Miranda has plans of her own. Have I mentioned she is truly an intelligent and brave person, even though she has gone through so much in her life?
Landing in Santa Fe, she sets out to get a job and winds up meeting a man that has almost experienced as tough a time as her, although both are keeping their secrets from each other! Has fate brought these two together and will she stay safe and be able to escape her past?
A heartwarming story that comes alive with great characters this author is famous for, that takes you on a journey filled with suspense, some tense moments, humor and finding a happy ever after!!
Landing in Santa Fe, she sets out to get a job and winds up meeting a man that has almost experienced as tough a time as her, although both are keeping their secrets from each other! Has fate brought these two together and will she stay safe and be able to escape her past?
A heartwarming story that comes alive with great characters this author is famous for, that takes you on a journey filled with suspense, some tense moments, humor and finding a happy ever after!!
January 17, 2019
Always refreshing and a change of pace to get into one that has a different time zone or set in the past. It also gets your imagination going on what would you have done etc. while you are reading too. Now Miranda that is in this one had a very guarded up bringing being a child of a preacher in those days was rough. She also has done a serious deed to be in the predicament she is in now. This is also one that this author has given us alot of drama with it to really spice up what is going on. It also had alot of it causing exhilaration while reading thanks to the danger and anticipation in parts. Preston is the one that could and does change the course in what will go down. What a j0b offer yes indeed too, but that is part of the spice that lends to this one. Great ride on this adventure to see where these two go with this. I really enjoyed this character also with this author able to transport us superbly.
May 18, 2020
I really liked Prisoners of Love, Miranda (Book 4 in the series) by Callie Hutton.
Once a preacher's daughter, Miranda's life drastically changed after her father died and her mother remarried and later died, leaving her with drunk and abusive step-father and step-brother. Determined to leave and find a better life, her step-father tries to use force to keep her in the home and Miranda kills him. Knowing the hell she's lived through, the sheriff takes pity on her and sends her to Santa Fe where she meets Preston, the owner of a local saloon in desperate need of a wife or his dreams of building a hotel/restaurant will go up in smoke.
Preston's childhood is just as heartbreaking as Miranda's. Born to a prostitute, the townsfolk always looked down on him, treated him as though he was trash. But Preston swore he'd make a respectable name for himself. So far he has, until the city council demands he take a fine wife if he wants to build the hotel.
Miranda and Preston are perfect for each other. I enjoyed watching them overcome their childhoods and current problems by entering into a marriage of convenience, in the hopes of a better future. In the beginning, their future goals aren't the same, and watching them overcome obstacles and learning to trust one another makes for a rewarding read.
Once a preacher's daughter, Miranda's life drastically changed after her father died and her mother remarried and later died, leaving her with drunk and abusive step-father and step-brother. Determined to leave and find a better life, her step-father tries to use force to keep her in the home and Miranda kills him. Knowing the hell she's lived through, the sheriff takes pity on her and sends her to Santa Fe where she meets Preston, the owner of a local saloon in desperate need of a wife or his dreams of building a hotel/restaurant will go up in smoke.
Preston's childhood is just as heartbreaking as Miranda's. Born to a prostitute, the townsfolk always looked down on him, treated him as though he was trash. But Preston swore he'd make a respectable name for himself. So far he has, until the city council demands he take a fine wife if he wants to build the hotel.
Miranda and Preston are perfect for each other. I enjoyed watching them overcome their childhoods and current problems by entering into a marriage of convenience, in the hopes of a better future. In the beginning, their future goals aren't the same, and watching them overcome obstacles and learning to trust one another makes for a rewarding read.
January 20, 2019
The story begins with Miranda shooting her stepfather in self defense after years of abuse. For the safety of her and three other women, the marshal sends them to Santa Fe as mail order brides. To keep from getting married she attempts to get a job but when she finally finds one it has a requirement that she marry. Prescott needs a respectable wife in order to satisfy the city council so they will approve a hotel and restaurant he wants to build. She agrees to marry Prescott and her new life begins. Danger appears in the form of her stepbrother Woody. There is eventually a HEA but a lot happens first. This is a great read and I would highly recommend this book.
January 25, 2019
Miranda is a woman of her times. She and her mother are the property of Miranda's stepfather who eventually kill her mother during her daily beating. Miranda is expected to pickup where her mother left off. When she grabs a gun and kills her stepfather during a beating. She runs to the sheriff's office and turns herself in. Three other woman are also in jail due to run in with men. The sheriff decided to send them all off to Santa Fe to find husbands.
This was a very enjoyable quick read with other acts of bravery by Miranda. Nice work, Ms. Hutton. I can't wait for the next book in this series!
This was a very enjoyable quick read with other acts of bravery by Miranda. Nice work, Ms. Hutton. I can't wait for the next book in this series!
February 11, 2019
Callie Hutton does it again! Miranda is the 4th book in the Prisoners of Love series and I am so enjoying this historical western series. Callies’s story is so original and the hero and heroine are lovable but the villain you really hate. Her writing has the true western feel and the description are so detailed that you feel like you have escaped into another time and place. This story has abuse, fear, self defense, robbery, kindness, a marriage of convince, dreams, running away and love. I am highly recommending you read this book.
***This book was gifted to me and I am voluntarily reviewing.
***This book was gifted to me and I am voluntarily reviewing.
January 31, 2019
I’ve been patiently waiting for Miranda’s book and it was worth the wait. Miranda’s is one of four girls locked up in Dodge city. They all have great stories full of betrayal and deception from men. Miranda has committed the worst crime of the four girls and knows she won’t survive if her stepbrother decides to make her pay. Preston needs to become a businessman so he can finally leave his past behind. He needs a wife and he’s willing to get one from the street if he has to. Well he doesn’t need to look in the streets because Miranda fall in his lap.
January 20, 2019
A fantastic book that will kept entrainment until the end!
Miranda was send as a mail order bride but she is searching the freedom.
Preston needs a wife to fulfil his dream: a hotel and a restaurant.
Will love found a way to them? or the danger in the form of Miranda's stepbrother win?
Suspense and twists in this incredible story! Don't miss it!
Miranda was send as a mail order bride but she is searching the freedom.
Preston needs a wife to fulfil his dream: a hotel and a restaurant.
Will love found a way to them? or the danger in the form of Miranda's stepbrother win?
Suspense and twists in this incredible story! Don't miss it!
February 2, 2019
I enjoyed Miranda very much. I would highly recommend it to anyone who enjoys a really good historical western romance. It's one of the better new books and high on my list as is Callie Hutton. I read this as a stand alone with no problem, but I'm anxious to read the others in this series very soon.
I received an arc copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.
I received an arc copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.
February 11, 2019
Happy release day to this great plot/book!!!
Join a fearless woman accused of killing her own father and on the run because her stepbrother will want to kill her too, with a man who has big business plans but is stuck because he will only be allowed to build his hotel-restaurant if he is married, and you'll have a plot full of improbable things, but lots of fun.
4 stars
Join a fearless woman accused of killing her own father and on the run because her stepbrother will want to kill her too, with a man who has big business plans but is stuck because he will only be allowed to build his hotel-restaurant if he is married, and you'll have a plot full of improbable things, but lots of fun.
4 stars
February 13, 2019
Wonderful story and series
I love this very creative idea of sending women prisoners off to be Mail- order brides. Very entertaining and exciting. Each stories makes you love this series more. I love each story but I believe Miranda is my favorite. I highly recommend you read this story and the others in this series and all title's by Callie.
I love this very creative idea of sending women prisoners off to be Mail- order brides. Very entertaining and exciting. Each stories makes you love this series more. I love each story but I believe Miranda is my favorite. I highly recommend you read this story and the others in this series and all title's by Callie.
May 12, 2021
Wonderful
I love historical romance, the hero wanted everyone to see him as a respectable business man. Not the son of a prostitute. The heroine was tired of being physically abused by her stepfather and step brother. She is given the opportunity to leave Dodge City, what lies ahead for these two. With one click you can find out.
I love historical romance, the hero wanted everyone to see him as a respectable business man. Not the son of a prostitute. The heroine was tired of being physically abused by her stepfather and step brother. She is given the opportunity to leave Dodge City, what lies ahead for these two. With one click you can find out.
February 23, 2019
A woman's challenge
What a great addition to the series. I love Callie Hutton's style. She writes her stories so we the readers are part of the story. Her depiction of a simpler time reminds me of how great American history is and how we must preserve its memories.
What a great addition to the series. I love Callie Hutton's style. She writes her stories so we the readers are part of the story. Her depiction of a simpler time reminds me of how great American history is and how we must preserve its memories.
September 22, 2019
Good fast paced read
Good conclusion to the prisoners of love series, bought and read this in a few hours. I would have liked this book to be included in the bundle that I purchased, but I had to get this one separately, still a good series and would buy and read again.
Good conclusion to the prisoners of love series, bought and read this in a few hours. I would have liked this book to be included in the bundle that I purchased, but I had to get this one separately, still a good series and would buy and read again.
July 24, 2025
Nice
Another very nice book to read. Written by calling Hutton and is book 4 in this series. This a very enjoyable book to read about a woman who was in jail for killing her step father then sent to another place as a mail order bride. A lovely book to read.
Another very nice book to read. Written by calling Hutton and is book 4 in this series. This a very enjoyable book to read about a woman who was in jail for killing her step father then sent to another place as a mail order bride. A lovely book to read.
January 16, 2019
Usually I'm not a huge western fan but I really enjoyed this story. It was fun seeing Miranda grow into such a mature woman with all the hardships she goes through
February 18, 2019
A great end
This was the most action filled of the series, but still suitable as a stand alone. Worth every star available.
This was the most action filled of the series, but still suitable as a stand alone. Worth every star available.
February 24, 2019
Good series
The fourth prisoner turned mail order bride finds her destiny as her past catches up and threatens to take it away. Suspense and romance!
The fourth prisoner turned mail order bride finds her destiny as her past catches up and threatens to take it away. Suspense and romance!
April 19, 2019
I totally enjoyed reading Miranda. Whenever I read one of Cally Hutton books I don't get much sleep, I just keep reading. She's a great entertaining Author.
March 11, 2022
Justified
Miranda started her life as a much loved child of a preacher and his wife. Her father's death changed her life in the most horrific way. Thank God for a whore's son.
Miranda started her life as a much loved child of a preacher and his wife. Her father's death changed her life in the most horrific way. Thank God for a whore's son.
June 10, 2024
Great Series
I just can't read enough of Callie Hutton books. The author writes interesting characters and a wonderful story. Highly recommend all of this author's books.
I just can't read enough of Callie Hutton books. The author writes interesting characters and a wonderful story. Highly recommend all of this author's books.
August 24, 2019
Last of the mail order ladies
This is the last of the mail order ladies who were out in jail for their safety and out on a wagon out of town. Miranda had an abusive step father and shot him in self defense. Her hope is to get a job and save money so she can flee so her step brother can't find her. She ends up married and saving herself. A quick read with a few spelling errors.
This is the last of the mail order ladies who were out in jail for their safety and out on a wagon out of town. Miranda had an abusive step father and shot him in self defense. Her hope is to get a job and save money so she can flee so her step brother can't find her. She ends up married and saving herself. A quick read with a few spelling errors.
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