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Escape to Love
Katie needed an escape, Jasper needed a wife; neither expected to fall in love. Katie worked in a sweatshop six days a week, fourteen hours a day, and barely managed to earn enough to sustain body and soul. When her wages are again cut for no good reason, she knows she’s sure to starve if she does not try for a different way of life. A letter from her friend urges her to respond to the advertisements in the Matrimonial Times. Although not eager, Katie realizes this is her only hope for survival. Jasper needs a wife. After being charmed by the handsome rancher over the course of a few letters, Katie finally accepts his proposal. She heads West in search of a new life, not allowing herself to dream that love might be an option. Soon after her arrival, she learns that Jasper lured her West with lies. Having been betrayed and without funds to return to New York, Katie has no choice but to stay on at the ranch. Although she is furious at Jasper for luring her through duplicity, she knows she needs to be grateful for a home and three meals a day. She suffers through the first few months but not without losing her heart to the handsome widower. There’s only one problem, this widower did not want love. Can Katie forgive Jasper for his betrayal? Will Jasper be able to love again after burying the love of his life? Find out now as Emma Ashwood takes you on a magical journey into the wild west. Sometimes in life you have to expect the unexpected because sometimes it’s even better than your wildest dreams.
70 pages, Kindle Edition
Published April 21, 2020
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June 25, 2020
Another Lovely Read
Emma Ashwood always writes sweet short books, with different plots and themes and always a Happy Ever After, and this book is no different. Katie Mayfield an orphan is leading a life of abject poverty, despite working many hours a day, feeling that God and everyone else has rejected her. Kate's boyfriend Susan had gone off to be a Mail Order Bride, and Katie is tempted but not fully convinced, but then her life gets too bad to be endured, and she starts writing to Jasper a rancher who offers everything that Katie wants, and so accepts his proposal. On arrival Katie realises Jasper is hiding a secret and is so disappointed, with him, but happiness prevails and the story reaches a Happy conclusion.
I would thoroughly recommend it, if you like reading books with a 'feel good' factor.
Emma Ashwood always writes sweet short books, with different plots and themes and always a Happy Ever After, and this book is no different. Katie Mayfield an orphan is leading a life of abject poverty, despite working many hours a day, feeling that God and everyone else has rejected her. Kate's boyfriend Susan had gone off to be a Mail Order Bride, and Katie is tempted but not fully convinced, but then her life gets too bad to be endured, and she starts writing to Jasper a rancher who offers everything that Katie wants, and so accepts his proposal. On arrival Katie realises Jasper is hiding a secret and is so disappointed, with him, but happiness prevails and the story reaches a Happy conclusion.
I would thoroughly recommend it, if you like reading books with a 'feel good' factor.
June 24, 2020
Love is Kind, Love Never Gives Up!
A lovely story about being patient and kind. Give all you have to give and watch the sparks fly!
Hats off to Katie and Jasper. Also, to Darla star-ed and Lettie was the good, patient, mama who held things together. Fantastic!!
A lovely story about being patient and kind. Give all you have to give and watch the sparks fly!
Hats off to Katie and Jasper. Also, to Darla star-ed and Lettie was the good, patient, mama who held things together. Fantastic!!
June 14, 2020
A good read
Once I started reading, nothing else got done until I finished it. Loved when Katie found out she could be a mother and when Jasper realized that he could love again.
Once I started reading, nothing else got done until I finished it. Loved when Katie found out she could be a mother and when Jasper realized that he could love again.
June 3, 2020
A Sweet Story
I enjoyed this quick read. A sweet story where everyone falls in love with one another by the end! But that is mail order brides for you! This story happened to include a darling baby and the kind of mother-in-law I’d have loved, and a beautiful setting to wrap it all up!
I enjoyed this quick read. A sweet story where everyone falls in love with one another by the end! But that is mail order brides for you! This story happened to include a darling baby and the kind of mother-in-law I’d have loved, and a beautiful setting to wrap it all up!
March 30, 2025
Escape to Love is another delightfully entertaining Christian historical western romance penned by Emma Ashwood. It chronicles the romantic journey of Katie and Jasper. She left her dismal job in a New York garment factory. He eeds a wife. Her best friend suggest he responds to an advertisement in the Matrimonial Times. Desparate, she does. She and Jasper begin to write to each other. Things to do not go well after her arrival. They go through an adjustment period. Will they find happiness? To find out you should read this book.
I enjoyed reading anothBer inspirational tale of love and new beginnings. Ms .Gillcrest’s writing style is enjoyable and flows easily along. Her characters are multi-dimensional. The plot line is a character-driven one. The protagonists face challenges as they work to strengthen their vulnerabilities and reliance on their faith. I like how they struggle with t inner demons and insecurities; thus, making them seam real. Dialog is rich. Descriptive language paints vivid scenes that garners her readers attention.
I enjoyed reading anothBer inspirational tale of love and new beginnings. Ms .Gillcrest’s writing style is enjoyable and flows easily along. Her characters are multi-dimensional. The plot line is a character-driven one. The protagonists face challenges as they work to strengthen their vulnerabilities and reliance on their faith. I like how they struggle with t inner demons and insecurities; thus, making them seam real. Dialog is rich. Descriptive language paints vivid scenes that garners her readers attention.
October 11, 2020
Love Found
Thank you for this unpredictable story about Katie and the disappointment she experienced as a mail order bride. The storyline was fast-moving and the characters were great. Even though Katie wasn't getting her wish, God had a better and more fulfilling plan for Katie, Jasper, Darla, and Lettie....a happily ever after, plus one.
Thank you for this unpredictable story about Katie and the disappointment she experienced as a mail order bride. The storyline was fast-moving and the characters were great. Even though Katie wasn't getting her wish, God had a better and more fulfilling plan for Katie, Jasper, Darla, and Lettie....a happily ever after, plus one.
June 15, 2020
No babies
What a sweet tale of stretching your wings, having faith and believing in God's miracles.
A woman given away at birth, a man losing his wife during birth and the miracle of love.
What a sweet tale of stretching your wings, having faith and believing in God's miracles.
A woman given away at birth, a man losing his wife during birth and the miracle of love.
June 2, 2020
I loved this book,I hope there is another of her friend she worked with in New York.
June 11, 2020
Good
Its a good story but fthis is full of errors. Someone should have proof read this. Other than the mistakes its good
Its a good story but fthis is full of errors. Someone should have proof read this. Other than the mistakes its good
July 19, 2020
A Very Good Book
I really enjoyed reading this book it was a lovely story of how love always finds a way. Very well written.
I really enjoyed reading this book it was a lovely story of how love always finds a way. Very well written.
August 18, 2020
Wonderful sweet story.
Well written and never a dull moment.Beautiful story with a life of hopelessness and despair turning into a dreams come true ending.
Well written and never a dull moment.Beautiful story with a life of hopelessness and despair turning into a dreams come true ending.
September 14, 2020
Very good
A really enjoyable book not to long not to short just about right I would recommend 100% I will certainly read more from this author.
A really enjoyable book not to long not to short just about right I would recommend 100% I will certainly read more from this author.
August 9, 2021
He didn't want love, but someone to care for his baby.
Raised in an orphanage, worked in a workhouse, Katie decides to become a mail order bride to get a better life.
Raised in an orphanage, worked in a workhouse, Katie decides to become a mail order bride to get a better life.
February 1, 2025
Very cute little read!
November 17, 2024
I loved ❤ Emma Ashwood's books 📚. I loved ❤ this book's storyline. I loved ❤ Katie's character. I loved ❤ Jasper's character. I loved ❤ Darla. I loved ❤ the scenes with Darla. I loved ❤ the ending. Awesome job Ms. Ashwood.
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