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Romance on the Oregon Trail books 1-3
Christian Historical Western Romance
Romance on the Oregon Trail books 1-3
Don’t miss this incredible set of adventure, marriage of convenience, love and God’s miracles.
Cora’s Courage
Cora feels indebted to Eddie who saved her and her baby Esther. She travels on the Oregon Trail with him. He intimidates her and has her doing most of the work. He’s jealous and she know not to look in another man’s direction
An early snowstorm leaves her in danger of frost bite and when Harrison Walsh carries her off to his wagon to be treated Eddie becomes enraged and drops Cora’s trunk off at Harrison’s wagon.
Harrison Walsh was happily married until three months ago when his wife died. Their dream was to have their own ranch and start a family. Now he’s alone and broken hearted.
When the rest of the wagon train party learns Cora is not married to Eddie, rumors fly and to save her reputation Harrison is made to marry Cora. To his surprise, Cora is not the meek women she was when riding with Eddie. He finds himself drawn to this woman of strength and falls for the baby.
Cora and Harrison both agreed to a marriage of convenience. But when Esther’s father shows up alive, Cora has a big decision to make.
Luella’s Longing
Luella Barnes jumps off the wagon so she can walk along the Oregon Trail. Unfortunately her dress gets caught and her leg is run over by one of the wagon wheels. When her father sees that she is unable to do the chores he tells her she is on her own.
No one offers to take the injured woman into their covered wagon. She is given a place in the extra wagon used by three handsome drovers who work for Harrison Walsh. They know to show her the proper respect a young unmarried woman deserves.
Handsome Irishman Declan Leary is finally a free man in a free country. He is haunted by the people who died during the Irish Famine and those he left behind. Luella's big heart draws him but he will never love again.
When it's learned that Luella's father has tried to sell her to a man gossip starts and Declan finds himself in the middle of the whole mess. In order to preserve her reputation, he is forced to marry her. Can they find common ground amid the growing gossip of a secret baby?
Throughout the action, adventure and mishaps Luella longs for one thing. She prays that God shows her the path she is to take. Don't miss this emotionally powerful Historical Western Romance.
Dawn’s Destiny
Dawn's life shatters as she watches her family die and then is kidnapped by Indians. Dawn is badly treated and finally thrown off a cliff. Swift Eagle brings her to his friend on the wagon train, Luella. Dawn has much healing to do. She can heal her body and she spends much time reading her bible but she can't bear to tell anyone what happened to her and she doesn't like to be touched.
Heath Leary is looking forward to a future with no ties. He plans to build his ranch and then maybe, someday settle down. He carries Dawn to the wagon to heal and she becomes his responsibility. He resents her and the shame she carries for living with Indians.
Dawn can't bear to have anyone touch her but she trusts Heath. Constantly worried about her future, Heath offers her a job in Oregon. Sadly she finds out he really wants nothing to do with her and her heart, which finally allows Heath in, breaks.
She's already been hurt beyond measure and too late he realizes he loves her. Can Heath convince Dawn he's made an awful mistake?
Romance on the Oregon Trail books 1-3
Don’t miss this incredible set of adventure, marriage of convenience, love and God’s miracles.
Cora’s Courage
Cora feels indebted to Eddie who saved her and her baby Esther. She travels on the Oregon Trail with him. He intimidates her and has her doing most of the work. He’s jealous and she know not to look in another man’s direction
An early snowstorm leaves her in danger of frost bite and when Harrison Walsh carries her off to his wagon to be treated Eddie becomes enraged and drops Cora’s trunk off at Harrison’s wagon.
Harrison Walsh was happily married until three months ago when his wife died. Their dream was to have their own ranch and start a family. Now he’s alone and broken hearted.
When the rest of the wagon train party learns Cora is not married to Eddie, rumors fly and to save her reputation Harrison is made to marry Cora. To his surprise, Cora is not the meek women she was when riding with Eddie. He finds himself drawn to this woman of strength and falls for the baby.
Cora and Harrison both agreed to a marriage of convenience. But when Esther’s father shows up alive, Cora has a big decision to make.
Luella’s Longing
Luella Barnes jumps off the wagon so she can walk along the Oregon Trail. Unfortunately her dress gets caught and her leg is run over by one of the wagon wheels. When her father sees that she is unable to do the chores he tells her she is on her own.
No one offers to take the injured woman into their covered wagon. She is given a place in the extra wagon used by three handsome drovers who work for Harrison Walsh. They know to show her the proper respect a young unmarried woman deserves.
Handsome Irishman Declan Leary is finally a free man in a free country. He is haunted by the people who died during the Irish Famine and those he left behind. Luella's big heart draws him but he will never love again.
When it's learned that Luella's father has tried to sell her to a man gossip starts and Declan finds himself in the middle of the whole mess. In order to preserve her reputation, he is forced to marry her. Can they find common ground amid the growing gossip of a secret baby?
Throughout the action, adventure and mishaps Luella longs for one thing. She prays that God shows her the path she is to take. Don't miss this emotionally powerful Historical Western Romance.
Dawn’s Destiny
Dawn's life shatters as she watches her family die and then is kidnapped by Indians. Dawn is badly treated and finally thrown off a cliff. Swift Eagle brings her to his friend on the wagon train, Luella. Dawn has much healing to do. She can heal her body and she spends much time reading her bible but she can't bear to tell anyone what happened to her and she doesn't like to be touched.
Heath Leary is looking forward to a future with no ties. He plans to build his ranch and then maybe, someday settle down. He carries Dawn to the wagon to heal and she becomes his responsibility. He resents her and the shame she carries for living with Indians.
Dawn can't bear to have anyone touch her but she trusts Heath. Constantly worried about her future, Heath offers her a job in Oregon. Sadly she finds out he really wants nothing to do with her and her heart, which finally allows Heath in, breaks.
She's already been hurt beyond measure and too late he realizes he loves her. Can Heath convince Dawn he's made an awful mistake?
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December 15, 2019
The journey of three women headed west on the Oregon Trail and their trials and triumphs as they make their way.
Cora's Courage
Cora and her baby Esther are making their way to hopefully start a new life, but she is traveling with Eddie, who helped save her and the baby. But he is a jealous man and makes her tense. But when a snow storm leaves her in danger, Harrison Walsh takes her to his wagon to be treated for frost bite. When Eddie finds her, he just dumps her belongings with Harrison. But when they are forced to marry, they both start learning a lot about each other and their journey begins.
Luella's Longing
Luella has an unfortunate mishap on the Oregon Trail and her father leaves her to be on her own. She is forced to ride in the extra wagon used by the drovers. Then Luella's father tries to sell her off and Declan Leary, an Irishman takes her to wife since it seems there is not choice. Can they be happy?
Dawn's Destiny
Now this was a tough one. Dawn see's her family die and is taken by Indians. Badly treated and injured, one of the Indians takes her to his friend Heath who is on the wagon train. Her body heals but her emotions do not after her mistreatment. Heath was just looking forward to hopefully build a ranch and be on his own for awhile but Dawn changes that. He offers her a job in Oregon but realizes he does not really care for her. Is that what her life will be? A story of found love when least expected.
Cora's Courage
Cora and her baby Esther are making their way to hopefully start a new life, but she is traveling with Eddie, who helped save her and the baby. But he is a jealous man and makes her tense. But when a snow storm leaves her in danger, Harrison Walsh takes her to his wagon to be treated for frost bite. When Eddie finds her, he just dumps her belongings with Harrison. But when they are forced to marry, they both start learning a lot about each other and their journey begins.
Luella's Longing
Luella has an unfortunate mishap on the Oregon Trail and her father leaves her to be on her own. She is forced to ride in the extra wagon used by the drovers. Then Luella's father tries to sell her off and Declan Leary, an Irishman takes her to wife since it seems there is not choice. Can they be happy?
Dawn's Destiny
Now this was a tough one. Dawn see's her family die and is taken by Indians. Badly treated and injured, one of the Indians takes her to his friend Heath who is on the wagon train. Her body heals but her emotions do not after her mistreatment. Heath was just looking forward to hopefully build a ranch and be on his own for awhile but Dawn changes that. He offers her a job in Oregon but realizes he does not really care for her. Is that what her life will be? A story of found love when least expected.
December 11, 2019
Great collection of christian romance set on the Oregon Trail where life was hard but along the way these women and men find some happiness.
Cora and Harrison end up when she gets sick and Harrison takes her into his wagon to heal and have to marry because of talk.
Luella and Declan happens when he rescues her after her leg is injured and her after tries to sell her and Declan takes her in.
Dawn and Heath he rescues her when she is taken by indians after her family is killed and no one wants her and he offers her a job.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
Cora and Harrison end up when she gets sick and Harrison takes her into his wagon to heal and have to marry because of talk.
Luella and Declan happens when he rescues her after her leg is injured and her after tries to sell her and Declan takes her in.
Dawn and Heath he rescues her when she is taken by indians after her family is killed and no one wants her and he offers her a job.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
December 10, 2019
Three stories of women on the Oregon Trail who find love with men who struggle against being married. But God changes hearts! These women who have suffered abuse and terrible injuries are survivors who have faith. The only problem with the stories is that they end too soon and I wanted more!
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
December 2, 2019
great read
June 22, 2020
Same Song Second Verse
This was the second book in the Romance on the Oregon Trail series. I enjoy seeing the same characters in a series, with each book revealing more of their trials/tribulations, strengths/ weaknesses, etc. There is however the chance books become repetitive and the stories seem quite similar. This story was good, but I thought the characters were a bit weak in spots - thus the 1 missing star. That whole British v. Ireland history lesson in the last couple of chapters seemed forced and could have occurred earlier.
This was the second book in the Romance on the Oregon Trail series. I enjoy seeing the same characters in a series, with each book revealing more of their trials/tribulations, strengths/ weaknesses, etc. There is however the chance books become repetitive and the stories seem quite similar. This story was good, but I thought the characters were a bit weak in spots - thus the 1 missing star. That whole British v. Ireland history lesson in the last couple of chapters seemed forced and could have occurred earlier.
October 19, 2020
This box set follows a group of 4 unmarried young men as they travel the Oregon trail to Oregon. In each book one of the Young men rescue a young women from disaster and they find love in a relatively short period of time. They also have hardships to deal with as they travel the trail. These 3 books read as one continuoua story. At the end of book 3 they have not reached Oregon so now I'm anxious to know the rest of the story. These books contain a number of typo's and editing errors resulting in a 4 star rating. Over all this is a captivating read.
December 15, 2019
Romance on the Oregon Trail Books 1-3 is a great collection of Christian historical western romance stories. The stories included in this set are Cora's Courage, Luella’s Longing, and Dawn’s Destiny.
The stories have well-defined characters and storylines that are well written and intertwined. These stories have danger, scandal, courageous heroines, adventure, miracles, and love. I really enjoyed this collection.
I read and reviewed this book with no obligation.
The stories have well-defined characters and storylines that are well written and intertwined. These stories have danger, scandal, courageous heroines, adventure, miracles, and love. I really enjoyed this collection.
I read and reviewed this book with no obligation.
December 16, 2019
Wonderful stories about strong women that found love on The Oregon Trail. Each novel can be read as a stand alone but they don't have a solid ending as the next books follow Cora, her husband Harrison and their ranch hands, Declan, Heath and Zander.
These men and women show how difficult life in the pioneer times was but also that you can find love.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
These men and women show how difficult life in the pioneer times was but also that you can find love.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
December 26, 2019
Cora’s Ciurage
The hardship of Cora doing what she needed to do. In wanting a better life for her and her child . Thought a wagon trip to Oregon was the answer, but endured hardship and cruelty. To be faced with another situation, they decided to be joined, Till her past comes back. Seems a circle of bad luck for Cora how will it turn out
Three women who had the courage to go west, it was hardship, and prospect seemed impossible. They pursued. and found healing and love.
The hardship of Cora doing what she needed to do. In wanting a better life for her and her child . Thought a wagon trip to Oregon was the answer, but endured hardship and cruelty. To be faced with another situation, they decided to be joined, Till her past comes back. Seems a circle of bad luck for Cora how will it turn out
Three women who had the courage to go west, it was hardship, and prospect seemed impossible. They pursued. and found healing and love.
October 8, 2020
You will need to purchase book 4 to hopefully get to the end of the journey which is Oregon. These 3 books will leave you hanging. That being said...First 2 books kept my interest. Third, not so much. Very repetitive. Man meets woman, no one wants woman in the camp, everyone gossips and shuns woman, man just can’t help falling in love & they marry. All three were the same story line. Not much creativity. If you like that sort of writing, enjoy.
March 15, 2022
Three great books on adventure and romance, that’s found on a wagon train.
Everyday living and working to keep their wagons moving along. Then camping
and fixing dinner, getting family’s settled down, makes for long days and nights. But love still manages to find time to happen between the young and
Older adults. Three great books on the life on a wagon train and starting
new life’s in a new land together. Read now for some down home adventure.
Debra H.
Everyday living and working to keep their wagons moving along. Then camping
and fixing dinner, getting family’s settled down, makes for long days and nights. But love still manages to find time to happen between the young and
Older adults. Three great books on the life on a wagon train and starting
new life’s in a new land together. Read now for some down home adventure.
Debra H.
December 11, 2019
Romance on the Oregon Trail is an enjoyable Boxset of three novels including: Cora’s Courage, Luella’s Longing, and Dawn’s Destiny.
I liked reading about each each couple, their struggles, and overcoming all obstacles to growing closer.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I liked reading about each each couple, their struggles, and overcoming all obstacles to growing closer.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
December 14, 2019
Romance on the Oregon Trail is a fabulous box set of three stories about women who go through trials and tribulations along the Oregon Trail. Each story is well written with well developed characters. This box set was my first time reading this author and I look forward to reading more in the future. I voluntarily reviewed a copy of this book.
December 30, 2019
This is the 1st time I've read anything written by Kathleen Ball; she has done a great job at writing a good collection of books; I can’t wait to read more of books her books.
The story lines caught my attention at the very beginning and kept me interested throughout the entire book.
I received a free copy of this boxset via booksprout and I’m voluntarily leaving a review.
The story lines caught my attention at the very beginning and kept me interested throughout the entire book.
I received a free copy of this boxset via booksprout and I’m voluntarily leaving a review.
January 30, 2020
Pretty good
Good book,but all 3 stories were so short!! Plus the plot was the same,girl in trouble wagon train hates the girl. Then the all 3 of the men have to marry them seriously? She good but why have the plot like that? You say you read your reviews then make the book longer,and that there is "no have to" marriage.
Good book,but all 3 stories were so short!! Plus the plot was the same,girl in trouble wagon train hates the girl. Then the all 3 of the men have to marry them seriously? She good but why have the plot like that? You say you read your reviews then make the book longer,and that there is "no have to" marriage.
August 27, 2020
What could possibly be a harder thing to do?
Traveling in a wagon train was surely the most horrendous thing imaginable! I don't know how anyone survived going west and this series gives some insight into that, though , I'm sure it was 10 times worse than we think. Wonderful stories and I hope to read more in this series.
Traveling in a wagon train was surely the most horrendous thing imaginable! I don't know how anyone survived going west and this series gives some insight into that, though , I'm sure it was 10 times worse than we think. Wonderful stories and I hope to read more in this series.
August 31, 2020
This series covers the first three books, Cora’s Courage, Luella’s Longing, and Dawn’s Destiny. I was disappointed that the fourth book wasn’t included in this set. It’s called Tara’s Trial.
I found these easy to read and very enjoyable. Recommend these to those who like western stories and the Oregon Trail.
I found these easy to read and very enjoyable. Recommend these to those who like western stories and the Oregon Trail.
October 20, 2020
Plot lines too similar
I read the boxed set Romance on the Oregon Trail. Three books with the same plot, similar struggles, happy ending. In comments between the books, the author mentioned she completes one in about 15 days. Suggest she takes time to edit the manuscripts more closely as there are syntax errors and other problems with the books. Glad I got it for free.
I read the boxed set Romance on the Oregon Trail. Three books with the same plot, similar struggles, happy ending. In comments between the books, the author mentioned she completes one in about 15 days. Suggest she takes time to edit the manuscripts more closely as there are syntax errors and other problems with the books. Glad I got it for free.
November 9, 2022
Interesting stories
It’s good when young people don’t try to say something they’ve always thought they’d heard. Most times they don’t quite get it right and it dims the text. I thank the author for not misusing and/or misquoting. Very interesting stories and thank you for remembering the Lord.
It’s good when young people don’t try to say something they’ve always thought they’d heard. Most times they don’t quite get it right and it dims the text. I thank the author for not misusing and/or misquoting. Very interesting stories and thank you for remembering the Lord.
December 10, 2019
Too much of pitiful women
I might have liked each book if not lumped together. The women had tough situation but I got tired of their stories and the men all start out disrespectful and then everyone falls in love? Give me a break.
I might have liked each book if not lumped together. The women had tough situation but I got tired of their stories and the men all start out disrespectful and then everyone falls in love? Give me a break.
December 13, 2019
Three great short stories that once I started reading this set I was not putting it down until I had finished it. They have great storylines and the stories flow smoothly across the pages. I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
December 13, 2019
This is a lovely western romance box set. I really enjoyed them! They are sweet, with loveable characters and compelling stories.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
December 13, 2019
Love this set of books. I have always been a fan of the Oregan trail romance stories. There are so many different people to meet and so much to learn.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
January 18, 2020
Love all the characters didn't want the series to end
I couldn't get enough of these characters I would love for the author to create more with these characters, maybe do little series with each family
I couldn't get enough of these characters I would love for the author to create more with these characters, maybe do little series with each family
January 24, 2020
These books have been great reading!
They are not only historical but contain suspense, romance and most of the characters are not typical pioneers. I like how Kathleen Ball injects scriptures into the stories.
They are not only historical but contain suspense, romance and most of the characters are not typical pioneers. I like how Kathleen Ball injects scriptures into the stories.
January 29, 2020
Finding love and turmoil in all the right places!
I found this box set to be well written and your story line’s was well thought out and very enjoyable as well and your use of your characters and would recommend this set of books to everyone
I found this box set to be well written and your story line’s was well thought out and very enjoyable as well and your use of your characters and would recommend this set of books to everyone
March 13, 2020
Totally loved this series
This was the first of Kathleen Ball's books I have read! I totally loved this series. Strong characters, faith in God, and romance! Sailed through the series in three nights!!!!
This was the first of Kathleen Ball's books I have read! I totally loved this series. Strong characters, faith in God, and romance! Sailed through the series in three nights!!!!
September 5, 2020
Trails
I enjoyed all 3 Books in the box set . All three books was about a wagon train going to Oregon. They had problems but in the end it all turned out good. God was with them all.
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I enjoyed all 3 Books in the box set . All three books was about a wagon train going to Oregon. They had problems but in the end it all turned out good. God was with them all.
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December 6, 2020
Romance on the Oregon Trail Books 1-3 Christian Romance
I really enjoyed this series of : Romance on the Oregon Trail Books 1-3 Christian Romance By Kathleen Ball . I recommend 16 and up .
I really enjoyed this series of : Romance on the Oregon Trail Books 1-3 Christian Romance By Kathleen Ball . I recommend 16 and up .
December 24, 2022
Historical Western Romance
This is a series of books about people traveling on the Oregon Trail. I hav read 3 of the books 📚 so far and even with trials they are finding love. Enjoy reading the books, I did!!!!!📚
This is a series of books about people traveling on the Oregon Trail. I hav read 3 of the books 📚 so far and even with trials they are finding love. Enjoy reading the books, I did!!!!!📚
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