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Returning For Her Happy Ending
Ever since young Kalani was captured by an Indian tribe, ten years ago, during a raid, she has not reunited with her family. However, when tragedy strikes once again and she is to suffer the passing of her Indian mother, something calls her back to her original roots. Upon her arrival in town, though, she feels confused and isolated, and she has to deal with everyone's biased behavior. In an unexpected twist of fate, she bumps into her young love, Michael, who hires her as a cook without having the slightest suspicion about who she really is. Will she find the strength to reveal the truth about her origins to Michael? Will she be able to adapt to her new lifestyle and convince everyone to find common ground with the Indians?
Michael Peterson has always thought of himself as a lone wolf since the loss of his beloved one. Βeing convinced that his loved one's death is Indians' fault, he has vowed to seek revenge ever since. The moment his eyes meet Kalani's, though, he feels an electric connection between them and gets overcome by the memories of a long lost love. She is an intriguing, mysterious girl who he can't quite figure out, especially when he notices how she is willing to give Indians the benefit of the doubt. Will he figure out her real identity? Can he get past his own prejudice to finally reach happiness?
Although fate meant for them to find each other again, secrets from the past come back to haunt and tie them together in ways they had never imagined. Will Michael and Kalani be able to get past their differences and reignite the fire of their lost love? Will they be able to face the townspeople that are not ready to let their old ways die and embrace the new?
"Returning For Her Happy Ending" is a historical western romance novel of approximately 60,000 words. No cheating, no cliffhangers, and a guaranteed happily ever after.
Michael Peterson has always thought of himself as a lone wolf since the loss of his beloved one. Βeing convinced that his loved one's death is Indians' fault, he has vowed to seek revenge ever since. The moment his eyes meet Kalani's, though, he feels an electric connection between them and gets overcome by the memories of a long lost love. She is an intriguing, mysterious girl who he can't quite figure out, especially when he notices how she is willing to give Indians the benefit of the doubt. Will he figure out her real identity? Can he get past his own prejudice to finally reach happiness?
Although fate meant for them to find each other again, secrets from the past come back to haunt and tie them together in ways they had never imagined. Will Michael and Kalani be able to get past their differences and reignite the fire of their lost love? Will they be able to face the townspeople that are not ready to let their old ways die and embrace the new?
"Returning For Her Happy Ending" is a historical western romance novel of approximately 60,000 words. No cheating, no cliffhangers, and a guaranteed happily ever after.
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Published July 1, 2020
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July 4, 2020
ONE DELIGHTFUL THRILLING TREAT!!!
Round up! Carol just cranked my tractor, blowing me away with this delicious and thrilling treat, bringing one action packed, hard hitting, page flipping wonder home, rocking this baby to the core, wrapping this gem up sleek shiny and tight. Carrying the load and towing the line, delivering this pulse racing, heart pounding, adrenaline pumping, block busting bombshell, keeping you riveted on a razors edge and frozen to your seat. Braided, bound and entangled, showcasing the explosive ups and agonizing downs, grounding in it's simplicity and awe-inspiring in it's depth, drawing our characters closer than they could have ever imagined. Chicanery runs rampant and adversity is rife, noting the drama, revelations, intrigue, secrets, spiraling suspense and unnerving situations, along with a boatload of mayhem while dodging destruction, you have one block busting adventure. The attraction and chemistry builds as each layer is peeled back exposing an thrilling emotions, binding them to one another perfectly. The characters are authentic and realistic with depth and qualities that add diversity, transforming into amazing personalities. The scenes are strikingly sharp with abundant details and descriptions creating a colorful backdrop that makes the storyline poo. Amazing job Carol, thanks for sharing this awesome little gem with us.
Round up! Carol just cranked my tractor, blowing me away with this delicious and thrilling treat, bringing one action packed, hard hitting, page flipping wonder home, rocking this baby to the core, wrapping this gem up sleek shiny and tight. Carrying the load and towing the line, delivering this pulse racing, heart pounding, adrenaline pumping, block busting bombshell, keeping you riveted on a razors edge and frozen to your seat. Braided, bound and entangled, showcasing the explosive ups and agonizing downs, grounding in it's simplicity and awe-inspiring in it's depth, drawing our characters closer than they could have ever imagined. Chicanery runs rampant and adversity is rife, noting the drama, revelations, intrigue, secrets, spiraling suspense and unnerving situations, along with a boatload of mayhem while dodging destruction, you have one block busting adventure. The attraction and chemistry builds as each layer is peeled back exposing an thrilling emotions, binding them to one another perfectly. The characters are authentic and realistic with depth and qualities that add diversity, transforming into amazing personalities. The scenes are strikingly sharp with abundant details and descriptions creating a colorful backdrop that makes the storyline poo. Amazing job Carol, thanks for sharing this awesome little gem with us.
August 6, 2020
Great goodread!
Ms.Colyer has caught the essence of the Western Expansion. When two cultures collide, there is always fallout. It was not infrequent that small children were captured rather than killed by many of tne native tribes. This story shows how there are good and bad on both sides. This was a blessed young woman, because not only did she survive the attack, she was able to assimilate into the tribe, learning their ways and being loved by them. She also came to recognize that she could never live the life planned for her by her Creator because many of the tribe held the same prejudices toward her that the whites carried against the natives. It is interesting to me that many tribesmen allowed marriages between their families and the settlers, while others basically shunned each other. A pity this mistrust is carried out even today. Perhaps more people shold try tolerance as a rule than an exception.
Thank you for a very goodread; your talent as a writer is much appreciated.
Ms.Colyer has caught the essence of the Western Expansion. When two cultures collide, there is always fallout. It was not infrequent that small children were captured rather than killed by many of tne native tribes. This story shows how there are good and bad on both sides. This was a blessed young woman, because not only did she survive the attack, she was able to assimilate into the tribe, learning their ways and being loved by them. She also came to recognize that she could never live the life planned for her by her Creator because many of the tribe held the same prejudices toward her that the whites carried against the natives. It is interesting to me that many tribesmen allowed marriages between their families and the settlers, while others basically shunned each other. A pity this mistrust is carried out even today. Perhaps more people shold try tolerance as a rule than an exception.
Thank you for a very goodread; your talent as a writer is much appreciated.
July 9, 2020
From the first chapter of Returning for her Happy Ending I was totally captivated. Carol Colyer has outdone herself with this novel that is well-written, filled it with a magnificent cast of characters who you fall in love, with a strong plot, great dialogue, remarkable emotions, with setting descriptions and action sequences that are wonderfully vivid which brings this read together perfectly and will keep you captivated from the moment you begin the journey with Michael and Kalani until the very end! As they rediscover their feelings for one another will they be able to overcome all their trials in this sweet heart felt story full of drama, faith, uncertainties, prejudice, danger, heartbreak and while the suspense builds and tension escalate make this one enjoyable read!
July 5, 2020
This is exciting, emotional in many different ways, suspenseful, has twists and turns and much more. She was taken by Indians when she was younger. Later in years she ends up back in a white town. But is treated badly because of where she was. He is mourning a lost love which is her. He hires her to cook but know there is something about her. He wants to know who she really was but she is scared to tell him. She still looks to her Indian ways sometimes and considers them her family. Such a mess in some ways. Can they work it out? Can she get him to understand? I highly recommend it. I received a review copy and voluntarily review it.
July 11, 2020
Returning For Her Happy New A Historical Western Romance Book
This is a very good and enjoyable story about love Arians had loved Tom as a child but he thought she was dead and she had been raised by Indians and when she chose to return to her home town she chose a new name Kalani .She took the job on a ranch a cook and housekeeper and realized that Tom is now Michael and though the town turned against her she is loved by Michael.The plot is a good on about love and forgiveness and the characters are realistic and emotional with a very good and enjoyable extended epilogue.A delightful story
This is a very good and enjoyable story about love Arians had loved Tom as a child but he thought she was dead and she had been raised by Indians and when she chose to return to her home town she chose a new name Kalani .She took the job on a ranch a cook and housekeeper and realized that Tom is now Michael and though the town turned against her she is loved by Michael.The plot is a good on about love and forgiveness and the characters are realistic and emotional with a very good and enjoyable extended epilogue.A delightful story
July 4, 2020
What’s in a name
My heart just about broke for Ariana, Little Bird and Kalani but at the same time I admire her so much because life was harsh with her yet she had the strength of endure, to hope, to love. I’m glad she found her way. As for Michael, he’s absolutely incredible! The world needs more like him. Although some of this actions and earlier beliefs I don’t condone, he’s such a beautiful soul, loyal and true. To have the inner strength to love someone for such a long time even with the clout of death is absolutely breathtaking!
My heart just about broke for Ariana, Little Bird and Kalani but at the same time I admire her so much because life was harsh with her yet she had the strength of endure, to hope, to love. I’m glad she found her way. As for Michael, he’s absolutely incredible! The world needs more like him. Although some of this actions and earlier beliefs I don’t condone, he’s such a beautiful soul, loyal and true. To have the inner strength to love someone for such a long time even with the clout of death is absolutely breathtaking!
July 6, 2020
Will prejudice destroy happiness?
Have you ever wonder how the universe works? It is a mystery to me all I know is that I just finished a wonderful book by Loretta C. Rogers with this same story idea and now Ms. Colyer has written an outstanding one also. Twists and turns await the reader it is exciting in parts and emotional in others and so well-written. The strength of the characters will amaze you Michael is wonderful and Kalani what a truly splendid lady. High praise and a must-read for those of us that love historical westerns I highly recommend this gem.
Have you ever wonder how the universe works? It is a mystery to me all I know is that I just finished a wonderful book by Loretta C. Rogers with this same story idea and now Ms. Colyer has written an outstanding one also. Twists and turns await the reader it is exciting in parts and emotional in others and so well-written. The strength of the characters will amaze you Michael is wonderful and Kalani what a truly splendid lady. High praise and a must-read for those of us that love historical westerns I highly recommend this gem.
July 17, 2020
This is a story about Kalani and Michael. Kalani was born Ariana. She was taken at age 10 by thee Indians. Ten years later she returns to the town where she had lived. She takes a new name to hid who she was as she is afraid of the white man. Michael was her childhood friend. He becomes her friend and love grows between them once they learn to trust each other.
I really enjoyed this book. It showed the kindness that the American Indians were capable of. Yet they could be very savage too just like white men could.
I really enjoyed this book. It showed the kindness that the American Indians were capable of. Yet they could be very savage too just like white men could.
July 26, 2020
Returning to her True Love
I received an ARC of this book from the author, Carol Colyer, and this is my voluntary and honest review. I enjoyed this beautiful love story between Michael and Kilani. The way the strife between the Indians and the white people was handled made the story more interesting. I had trouble putting this book down after I started reading it, because the story moved along at a good pace. I highly recommend this book if you enjoy a book with a HEA that is a clean romance.
I received an ARC of this book from the author, Carol Colyer, and this is my voluntary and honest review. I enjoyed this beautiful love story between Michael and Kilani. The way the strife between the Indians and the white people was handled made the story more interesting. I had trouble putting this book down after I started reading it, because the story moved along at a good pace. I highly recommend this book if you enjoy a book with a HEA that is a clean romance.
August 23, 2020
Kalani used to be known as Ariana Johnson. That is until the day she was captured by Native Americans during a raid on her families ranch. Kalani didn't feel loved by anyone in her life except her best friend Tom Michael. When her Native parents pass on she is left with the choice of returning to the white mans world. She chooses to go back and see if she can make a new life. She starts a new job not long after for a man named Michael. Such an intriguing story and heart warming story all rolled into one.
July 16, 2020
This is a wonderful story of love and hope. The author delicately portrays the friction between the Indians and the White Man, enabling the reader to understand both sides of the conflict. Kalani acts as a bridge between both, and an instrument of peace. In this well written love story, Michael gets a second chance with his lost love, and a new outlook on life. This book is captivating, engaging and impossible to read without becoming emotionally involved. Very well done!
July 26, 2020
Returning For Her Happy Ending
I thoroughly enjoyed this story from start to finish. It held my interest. It had many different parts, each a part of Aria becoming Lalani, and her return to being a white woman,after her capture by the Indians and growing up as an Indian. Her return was a slow learning process, but she had Bonnie, who owned the hotel. She taught her more about living in the white world. You won’t be sorry you started this story.
I thoroughly enjoyed this story from start to finish. It held my interest. It had many different parts, each a part of Aria becoming Lalani, and her return to being a white woman,after her capture by the Indians and growing up as an Indian. Her return was a slow learning process, but she had Bonnie, who owned the hotel. She taught her more about living in the white world. You won’t be sorry you started this story.
July 10, 2020
Trading an unloving home to one with abundant love.
A dangerous event with an abduction that leads to a better life. This is a thought provoking story that is rife with hatred for the Indians. This is a very good book that has danger, compassion some humor and lots of love. Very encouraging to read.
A dangerous event with an abduction that leads to a better life. This is a thought provoking story that is rife with hatred for the Indians. This is a very good book that has danger, compassion some humor and lots of love. Very encouraging to read.
January 15, 2021
Amazing story of how love can triumph
Kalani and Michael are wonderful people. They've both grown up in a world of white vs. Indian, both have been directly affected. How can they get along when each shares such a different view of their world. Can they have a happy ending. Great writing as it has everything you want in a western love story.
Kalani and Michael are wonderful people. They've both grown up in a world of white vs. Indian, both have been directly affected. How can they get along when each shares such a different view of their world. Can they have a happy ending. Great writing as it has everything you want in a western love story.
July 11, 2020
Carol Colyer did this story so much different! A girl who grew up with the Indians but isn't accepted by most white people. Torn between two lives! Very strong story line with the characters are the same. Very emotional story! It's a very much of a read.
July 12, 2020
Such An Interesting Tale
The story of Kalani and Michael is very interesting. The interactions of the characters and the different scenarios presented keep the reader from putting the book down.
The story of Kalani and Michael is very interesting. The interactions of the characters and the different scenarios presented keep the reader from putting the book down.
July 13, 2020
Ariana/Little Bird/Kalani has a life that hurt my heart. She is truly an amazing woman with a generous heart. Carol Colyer wrote a compelling story that keeps you reading because you want her to get her happily ever after. I totally enjoyed this book.
July 23, 2020
Lies and prejudice
Can a white child raised by Indians rejoin her race as an adult. Both of her families don't want anything to do with other races. Why did the child's father lie about her death?
A new take on an old tale.
Can a white child raised by Indians rejoin her race as an adult. Both of her families don't want anything to do with other races. Why did the child's father lie about her death?
A new take on an old tale.
August 8, 2020
Not feeling it.
This book was mediocre at best. I was not pleased with the wording . It felt too "stiff". Too modern. Extended epilogue just took it too far. I did not read. From what I already read, I can guess the ending.....
This book was mediocre at best. I was not pleased with the wording . It felt too "stiff". Too modern. Extended epilogue just took it too far. I did not read. From what I already read, I can guess the ending.....
January 27, 2021
A story to touch your heart. A must read
A truly heartwarming story. It's filled with great characters, adventure and lost love found. You couldn't ask for more in this roller coaster adventure. A must read.
A truly heartwarming story. It's filled with great characters, adventure and lost love found. You couldn't ask for more in this roller coaster adventure. A must read.
April 27, 2021
Insightful
This story brought out many insights to the struggle between the Indians and whites looking from both sides of the story. She wove Kalani and Michael's sweet romance into it and ended up with an enjoyable read.
This story brought out many insights to the struggle between the Indians and whites looking from both sides of the story. She wove Kalani and Michael's sweet romance into it and ended up with an enjoyable read.
June 4, 2021
Inspiring
This is a great story of inspiration and compassion. I fear we will always struggle with the different and the unknown but this story inspired, one person at a time can make some difference.
This is a great story of inspiration and compassion. I fear we will always struggle with the different and the unknown but this story inspired, one person at a time can make some difference.
January 25, 2022
Sweet Story
This is a wonderful story of love found, love lost and love found again. I really liked the characters and the plot. The characters were all strong and believable. The plot was heart wrenching at times and exciting at other times. A very good book.
This is a wonderful story of love found, love lost and love found again. I really liked the characters and the plot. The characters were all strong and believable. The plot was heart wrenching at times and exciting at other times. A very good book.
February 2, 2024
So glad for the Happy Ending
Good book. Kalani went through so much and still maintained her love for humanity through her relationship with God. Micheal was reformed and left the hatred behind. A page turner.
Good book. Kalani went through so much and still maintained her love for humanity through her relationship with God. Micheal was reformed and left the hatred behind. A page turner.
July 18, 2020
Enjoyed the book.. nice happy ending
July 21, 2020
Good, not great.
July 22, 2020
Wow!!
Carol Colyer has another hit on her hands. This book is
Well written with a interesting story line and very well developed characters!
Carol Colyer has another hit on her hands. This book is
Well written with a interesting story line and very well developed characters!
August 8, 2020
I absolutely loved reading this really wonderful book! I really loved the characters and the plot! I had a hard time putting this really wonderful book down
August 28, 2020
Going home
Taken from her home at a young age she finds herself in two worlds not wanting to offend and uncertain how to proceed.
Taken from her home at a young age she finds herself in two worlds not wanting to offend and uncertain how to proceed.
September 10, 2020
Beautiful books
I really enjoyed reading the book about Ariana/Kalani and Tom Michael. Love that is never ending is what I enjoy reading anout
I really enjoyed reading the book about Ariana/Kalani and Tom Michael. Love that is never ending is what I enjoy reading anout
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