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Ginger and spice, who longs for nice?
Ginger Legare led a wonderfully happy life until the Civil War. Now, she’s lost everything—her mother, her father, their wealth, and her home, but most importantly, her belief in happiness. When a letter arrives telling her to come to Angel Creek, Montana, she leaves hoping she’ll find a new beginning in the small town.
Preacher Flint Carroll has lived a blessed life and never grieved over a passing loved one. As a man meant to comfort and console his congregation, he has an issue understanding what true loss means. Until a sassy-mouthed redhead arrives in town and shows him life is not all roses.
Working together during the Christmas season, can he bring joy to her world while his eyes are opened to the realities of life? Or is Ginger’s past too horrific to overcome?
Ginger is a sweet historical romance of 30,000 words, which will take you back to a simpler time and leave you with a warm Christmas feeling.
167 pages, Kindle Edition
Published December 6, 2019
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Sylvia McDaniel
190 books651 followersUSA Today bestselling author Sylvia McDaniel has published more than forty western historical romance, contemporary romance and even a few sci-fi novels. Known for her sweet, funny, family-oriented romances, Sylvia is the author of The Burnett Brides a historical western series, The Cuvier Widows, a Louisiana historical series, Lipstick and Lead, a western historical series and several short contemporary romances.
Former President of the Dallas Area Romance Authors, a member of the Romance Writers of America®, and a member of Novelists Inc, her novel, A Hero’s Heart was a 1996 Golden Heart Finalist. Several other books have placed or won in the San Antonio Romance Authors Contest, LERA Contest, and she was a Golden Network Finalist.
Married for over twenty years to her best friend, they have two spoilt dachshunds that reign supreme over the house. She loves gardening, hiking, shopping, knitting and football (Cowboys and Bronco’s fan), but not necessarily in that order.
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Former President of the Dallas Area Romance Authors, a member of the Romance Writers of America®, and a member of Novelists Inc, her novel, A Hero’s Heart was a 1996 Golden Heart Finalist. Several other books have placed or won in the San Antonio Romance Authors Contest, LERA Contest, and she was a Golden Network Finalist.
Married for over twenty years to her best friend, they have two spoilt dachshunds that reign supreme over the house. She loves gardening, hiking, shopping, knitting and football (Cowboys and Bronco’s fan), but not necessarily in that order.
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January 17, 2020
Part of the Angel Creek Brides, "Ginger" is a sweet romance as she ventures to Angel Creek Montana when she loses everything she knows after the war. Many of her friends have already gone before her, but how will she survive and make a new life in an unknown place. Meeting Flint, the Preacher, she will find a purpose again, but one thing is certain, he is keeping his own secrets. A sweet story for readers of all ages, secrets are exposed, action and drama is found everywhere, and a sweet HEA is the result of Ginger and Flint taking a chance on love. **I received a copy of "Ginger" and leave my review voluntarily based on my reading** 4.5 Stars!
December 9, 2019
ARC for honest review with no compensation
Ginger: Sweet Montana Mail Order Christmas Bride by Sylvia McDaniel is book 11 in the Christmas Brides series by other authors.
Ginger is telling the story of her life to her grandchildren...leaving Charleston, losing her family, meeting Flint their Grandpa, his darkest secrets and how they fell in love.
Historical romance with lots of action, drama, disappointment and issues but finding a way to work through to their HEA.
Ginger: Sweet Montana Mail Order Christmas Bride by Sylvia McDaniel is book 11 in the Christmas Brides series by other authors.
Ginger is telling the story of her life to her grandchildren...leaving Charleston, losing her family, meeting Flint their Grandpa, his darkest secrets and how they fell in love.
Historical romance with lots of action, drama, disappointment and issues but finding a way to work through to their HEA.
January 12, 2020
This is an OK Western romance, with mostly likable characters. It is a sweet romance, and does not contain sex scenes. There were a few editing problems, and I thought the story was a bit too unrealistic.
I got irritated with Flint a few times, because he was so determined to always be "happy", even when most people would be sad. It seemed to me that he was avoiding anything painful, just so he could do that.
It bothered me that Ginger seemed to know more about how a preacher should treat his congregation than Flint did. I get that most pastors didn't have a lot of formal training in those days, but you would think that someone would have taught Flint that he needed to get to know his congregation.
It also bothered me that Ginger and Flint didn't really talk to each other much. Flint was so determined to hide his family's crimes, so he just didn't share much with Ginger. If they had communicated as they should, some of their problems could have been avoided. It always annoys me when a couple has problems because of a lack of communication -- seems like the author does it just to add unnecessary angst.
My rating system is below.
1 star -- Hated it, or did not finish. I usually only give this rating if some of the content is truly objectionable to me, like if one of the main characters does something really awful, and gets away with it.
2 stars -- Didn't like it. This rating usually means that I thought the writing wasn't very good, the editing was terrible, I didn't like the characters, or it had other major flaws.
3 stars -- I liked it, but had some minor issues with it. This rating means that there were minor editing issues, the story needed more character development, it was just too unrealistic, or had some other fairly minor issue. The majority of books I read get this rating – I do not consider it a bad rating.
4 stars -- I liked it a lot. This is a high rating for me, and I rarely give a higher one.
5 stars -- I loved it, and will probably read it again. Very few books are good enough to get this rating from me. The ones that do are usually classics.
I got irritated with Flint a few times, because he was so determined to always be "happy", even when most people would be sad. It seemed to me that he was avoiding anything painful, just so he could do that.
It bothered me that Ginger seemed to know more about how a preacher should treat his congregation than Flint did. I get that most pastors didn't have a lot of formal training in those days, but you would think that someone would have taught Flint that he needed to get to know his congregation.
It also bothered me that Ginger and Flint didn't really talk to each other much. Flint was so determined to hide his family's crimes, so he just didn't share much with Ginger. If they had communicated as they should, some of their problems could have been avoided. It always annoys me when a couple has problems because of a lack of communication -- seems like the author does it just to add unnecessary angst.
My rating system is below.
1 star -- Hated it, or did not finish. I usually only give this rating if some of the content is truly objectionable to me, like if one of the main characters does something really awful, and gets away with it.
2 stars -- Didn't like it. This rating usually means that I thought the writing wasn't very good, the editing was terrible, I didn't like the characters, or it had other major flaws.
3 stars -- I liked it, but had some minor issues with it. This rating means that there were minor editing issues, the story needed more character development, it was just too unrealistic, or had some other fairly minor issue. The majority of books I read get this rating – I do not consider it a bad rating.
4 stars -- I liked it a lot. This is a high rating for me, and I rarely give a higher one.
5 stars -- I loved it, and will probably read it again. Very few books are good enough to get this rating from me. The ones that do are usually classics.
February 20, 2020
Ginger Legare Came west to Angel Creek, Montana after losing her home and entire family due to the Civil War. She came to be a Mail Order Bride. Several of her friends were already there and living happily with their husbands.
She doesn't like that she is not happy anymore. She feels lost and very alone.
Preacher Flint Carroll has given the impression about town that he has lived a charmed life, not losing anyone important to him. But has he... Maybe not in the same way as most who lose family, by death but there are other ways. He shares some of it with Ginger... but not everything. He gets a stipend deposited every month into his bank account and uses it to help the people of the town.
His Sermons are not impactful at all, and the townspeople are noticing they lack depth. Ginger tries to get him to open up and share, but he doesn't understand what she means.
His past catches up with him and puts him in danger, along with Ginger. It takes the town to save them and help him away from his past and family. Deception, Stubbornness and fear will each appear in small doses.
This is Gingers memories of her and Flints life from beginning, and keeping the stories alive for her Grandchildren.
You will enjoy this book as I did. Final story in a fantastic series. I love how the Author creates such beautiful personalities and leads the main characters to the right person for them.
She doesn't like that she is not happy anymore. She feels lost and very alone.
Preacher Flint Carroll has given the impression about town that he has lived a charmed life, not losing anyone important to him. But has he... Maybe not in the same way as most who lose family, by death but there are other ways. He shares some of it with Ginger... but not everything. He gets a stipend deposited every month into his bank account and uses it to help the people of the town.
His Sermons are not impactful at all, and the townspeople are noticing they lack depth. Ginger tries to get him to open up and share, but he doesn't understand what she means.
His past catches up with him and puts him in danger, along with Ginger. It takes the town to save them and help him away from his past and family. Deception, Stubbornness and fear will each appear in small doses.
This is Gingers memories of her and Flints life from beginning, and keeping the stories alive for her Grandchildren.
You will enjoy this book as I did. Final story in a fantastic series. I love how the Author creates such beautiful personalities and leads the main characters to the right person for them.
December 6, 2019
Named for the spices her father imported, Ginger finds herself alone in the world after the war and the resulting devastation took everyone she loved from her. A near-miss incident forces Ginger to reevaluate her situation and she finally succumbs to her friends' request to join them in Angel Creek as her home is no longer safe. Besieged by the town's bachelors, Ginger wants to turn tail and run, but one man keeps her in the small town with his kind smile and twinkling eyes. Unfortunately, he is carrying secrets and until Ginger knows the truth, she is unwilling to commit herself to him, not realising that his secrets could, in fact, kill her. The story is Christian in content and is a clean romance, but not without some suspense and danger. I received a copy of this book as a gift and this is my honest and voluntary review.
December 17, 2020
Oh Flint!
He is doing his best as a preacher and has a heart of gold, he wants to look after his congregation and help them...but he just doesn't understand them. Can Ginger help Flint understand that people don't need to be told how to be happy, they need someone who is compassionate, understanding and friendly. Someone willing to grieve with them before helping them up and lifting their spirits. It is a confusing lesson to learn for Flint, especially with his background, and a lesson that Ginger unintentionally shows him when outside influences take control.
This is a sad but ultimately heartwarming tale of accepting the grief of the past and moving on to find yourself a better future.
He is doing his best as a preacher and has a heart of gold, he wants to look after his congregation and help them...but he just doesn't understand them. Can Ginger help Flint understand that people don't need to be told how to be happy, they need someone who is compassionate, understanding and friendly. Someone willing to grieve with them before helping them up and lifting their spirits. It is a confusing lesson to learn for Flint, especially with his background, and a lesson that Ginger unintentionally shows him when outside influences take control.
This is a sad but ultimately heartwarming tale of accepting the grief of the past and moving on to find yourself a better future.
December 7, 2019
Sylvia McDaniel has done it again and penned a story with great characters and lots of action and drama. This is Ginger and Flint's story, both of whom have experienced a lot of loss and disappointment, as well as danger in their lives. They each have lots of issues to work through before they can arrive at a HEA. This is a real page turner and you will find yourself wanting to keep reading to see what happens. I really enjoyed this book and highly recommend it.
December 13, 2019
We return to Angel Creek, Montana with this year's batch of Southern Belles. Although this is a stand alone story, we do receive a glimpse into the lives of the previous years brides.
This story evolves around Ginger, a Southern Belle who has lost everything and everyone to the Civil War. After a frightening experience while living alone in Charleston, she decides to take her chances in a new life in the woods of Montana. Although she has accepted she is there to marry a stranger, she just does not feel comfortable with any of the bachelors coming to court. Except for the preacher Flint, who shows no interest in a future. Flint is in hiding from a past he would rather forget.
I received an ARC from the publisher for purposes of an unbiased review.
This story evolves around Ginger, a Southern Belle who has lost everything and everyone to the Civil War. After a frightening experience while living alone in Charleston, she decides to take her chances in a new life in the woods of Montana. Although she has accepted she is there to marry a stranger, she just does not feel comfortable with any of the bachelors coming to court. Except for the preacher Flint, who shows no interest in a future. Flint is in hiding from a past he would rather forget.
I received an ARC from the publisher for purposes of an unbiased review.
December 15, 2022
I couldn’t put this book down! At the end of it, I had a smile on my face and tears streaming. To say happy ever after is an understatement. The characters drew me in from the start and their story was so believable. What made it even more special was the other townies that elevated it. It’s what made it believable and relatable. Seeing heartache become redemption was special. For a clean romance that you will fall in love with, this is a must read. Book gifted to me.
January 30, 2020
Great series......
I've enjoyed reading all the stories about the women who left Charleston, South Carolina. They were survivors of the war between the state's. The women where left with not much to start over and live a life of happy ever after. They decided to go to a small town in Montana as Mail Order Brides.
I've enjoyed reading all the stories about the women who left Charleston, South Carolina. They were survivors of the war between the state's. The women where left with not much to start over and live a life of happy ever after. They decided to go to a small town in Montana as Mail Order Brides.
December 4, 2019
Ginger is telling the story of her journey from Charleston and her meeting with Flint, to her grandchildren. Flint was a preacher with a hidden past.
I voluntarily reviewed an Advance Reader Copy of this book.
A good read from Sylvia.
I voluntarily reviewed an Advance Reader Copy of this book.
A good read from Sylvia.
December 8, 2019
Wonderful story
This is the last of the Angel Creek Christmas stories It held me from being to end I fell in love with Ginger and her preacher right from the first pages. I recommend all the books in this wonderful series and also the series before happy reading everyone
This is the last of the Angel Creek Christmas stories It held me from being to end I fell in love with Ginger and her preacher right from the first pages. I recommend all the books in this wonderful series and also the series before happy reading everyone
December 16, 2019
Highly entertaining, emotionally thrilling, action packed journey filled with engaging charters, witty banter, holiday joy and exciting passion.... was a great read from beginning to end. Really enjoyed this heart racing journey!
January 11, 2020
Ginger and Flint
I enjoyed very much this last book in the Angel Creek Christmas Brides series! I recommend the entire series and hope you enjoy it as much as I did. I really hated for the series to end.
I enjoyed very much this last book in the Angel Creek Christmas Brides series! I recommend the entire series and hope you enjoy it as much as I did. I really hated for the series to end.
January 4, 2021
Flint and Ginger
Ginger has lost everything but she still doesn’t want to leave her home until she is almost assaulted. Once in Angel Creek, she has so many doubts and so much pain. Can a preacher man save her?
Ginger has lost everything but she still doesn’t want to leave her home until she is almost assaulted. Once in Angel Creek, she has so many doubts and so much pain. Can a preacher man save her?
April 14, 2021
Sweet with a little intrigue
This was a sweet story with Flint's mysterious family and past that added a unique element to Ginger's story. Adam was a character that also added depth to the story.
This was a sweet story with Flint's mysterious family and past that added a unique element to Ginger's story. Adam was a character that also added depth to the story.
December 6, 2019
I love the humor that Sylvia infuses into her books. I loved the depth of the characters Ginger and Flint. The humor, and other emotions keep you involved to the very end.
December 8, 2019
Preacher man
What a great story that goes with the great Christmas story told . This to me is one of the best I have read .
What a great story that goes with the great Christmas story told . This to me is one of the best I have read .
December 27, 2019
Ginger
Named for a spice and full of sass Angel Creek meets another woman shattered but not broken by the war. She seeks a place and all her friends are near.
Named for a spice and full of sass Angel Creek meets another woman shattered but not broken by the war. She seeks a place and all her friends are near.
December 30, 2019
Received an advance copy from the author.
This was a heart warming story about rising from the ashes. Flint and Ginger were wonderful together and the story line was great.
This was a heart warming story about rising from the ashes. Flint and Ginger were wonderful together and the story line was great.
January 5, 2020
I really enjoyed this book. It was great.
January 7, 2020
There are not many books that make me cry but this is one of those books. Great book with the tears and all!!
February 18, 2020
Awesome
Ginger is a well written book. This novel is the last book in the series and it didn't disappoint. Life's lesson and true faith is what everyone should have.
Ginger is a well written book. This novel is the last book in the series and it didn't disappoint. Life's lesson and true faith is what everyone should have.
February 25, 2020
Hi her Sweet Montana Mail Order Bride Christmas(Angel Creek Christmas
A very good story and series about love and family and friends and forgiveness and trust in God and happiness
A very good story and series about love and family and friends and forgiveness and trust in God and happiness
July 6, 2020
Great read
Enjoyed Fingers story. A fresh twist on the southern belle series. Crazy how it turned out. Name change was easy back in the day.
Enjoyed Fingers story. A fresh twist on the southern belle series. Crazy how it turned out. Name change was easy back in the day.
February 5, 2022
I really loved this book! Another amazing job Sylvia!!
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