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Reluctant Brides of Montana #2
Denton's Bride
The Runaway Brides
When a local matchmaker invites potential mail-order brides to a small, western logging town, will these women be matched to their lumberjack grooms, or will a saboteur succeed in stopping the weddings? Come visit Stumptown, Montana, for mayhem, mystery, and marriages.
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Courtney Mills is not a murderer.
Of course, convincing her fiancé’s family that she had nothing to do with his death is a different matter. They are bound to put a noose around her neck, and she can’t defend herself. There is only one thing to do. Run far away and stay hidden. She needs a plan… Become a mail-order bride.
Denton Reed catches criminals for a living, and when a wealthy family hires him to find the number one suspect in their father’s murder, Denton jumps into action. But, it appears the only way to catch her is to convince her that he's part of her plan to become a mail-order bride. There’s no harm in pretending… or is there?
When a local matchmaker invites potential mail-order brides to a small, western logging town, will these women be matched to their lumberjack grooms, or will a saboteur succeed in stopping the weddings? Come visit Stumptown, Montana, for mayhem, mystery, and marriages.
Book Denton's Bride
Courtney Mills is not a murderer.
Of course, convincing her fiancé’s family that she had nothing to do with his death is a different matter. They are bound to put a noose around her neck, and she can’t defend herself. There is only one thing to do. Run far away and stay hidden. She needs a plan… Become a mail-order bride.
Denton Reed catches criminals for a living, and when a wealthy family hires him to find the number one suspect in their father’s murder, Denton jumps into action. But, it appears the only way to catch her is to convince her that he's part of her plan to become a mail-order bride. There’s no harm in pretending… or is there?
107 pages, Kindle Edition
Published November 3, 2020
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Marie Higgins
240 books453 followersMarie Higgins is an award-winning, best-selling author of clean romance novels.
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November 12, 2020
"George Washington was the very thing that probably ended Albert's life." Well, not the man himself, but a marble bust of his head that seems to have been used to kill her groom Albert! Courtney was to marry Albert that day.. A man older than her father, but when she saw his body she panicked and snuck out of the house to hie away in her buggy. Yes, a runaway bride and when she got to the next town she saw the sign. "Mail order brides". That would be her answer! She knows her grooms children will hunt her down and accuse her of murder!
Bounty hunter Denton Reed is hired by the mans family and sets off to hunt Courtney down. What he finds is more than he bargained for though! A lovely woman who could not possibly commit murder. Or could she?
Great start to this delightful series that I cannot wait to read more!!
Bounty hunter Denton Reed is hired by the mans family and sets off to hunt Courtney down. What he finds is more than he bargained for though! A lovely woman who could not possibly commit murder. Or could she?
Great start to this delightful series that I cannot wait to read more!!
October 29, 2021
Courtney Mills finds herself engaged to Albert Greenwood, a much older man, that she does not love. Good grief, his children are older than she is! Plus, they despise her. Her parents arranged the marriage directly with the prospective groom and won’t listen to Courtney’s pleas to release her from the arrangement. Reluctantly, she arrives at his house the morning of the dreaded wedding only to find herself released in a strange way, taking her out of the frying pan and into the fire. She runs away to try to save herself.
Denton Reed is hired by Albert’s son, Terrance to find Courtney. Unfortunately, he doesn’t have charity in mind at all. Denton is friends with Terrance Greenwood is readily agrees. His presuppositions cloud his judgement until he can se clearly. Sparks start flying, but he knows he needs to stay professional or lose his livelihood.
Visit 1877 Montana for a little while and enjoy your mini vacation as you read this book. You won’t regret it!
Denton Reed is hired by Albert’s son, Terrance to find Courtney. Unfortunately, he doesn’t have charity in mind at all. Denton is friends with Terrance Greenwood is readily agrees. His presuppositions cloud his judgement until he can se clearly. Sparks start flying, but he knows he needs to stay professional or lose his livelihood.
Visit 1877 Montana for a little while and enjoy your mini vacation as you read this book. You won’t regret it!
November 22, 2020
As Courtney stood in shock over her dead betrothed body she thought... I must run! Desperate to leave before someone found her standing over the body Courtney flees and fines herself becoming a mail-order bride. Denton has been a bounty hunter for a few years so when a friend asks him to catch Courtney for the murder of his father, Denton is more than happy to help out. How hard could it be to catch one little lady? Simple right... but just one look into her eyes and this bounty hunter is lost. Denton's Bride will take Dento and Courtney on a rollercoaster mystery ride with suspenseful twist, with characters that are well thought out and you find yourself drawn into their story, intriguing plott, and great dialogue that will keep you reading this sweet romance until the end. Marie Higgins has written a wonderful first book in Runaway Mail-Order Bride series.
December 25, 2020
Denton and Courtney
This is a sweet , mail order bride, of sorts, story written by Marie Higgins. She has done a great job with the plot and the characters too. Denton was an attorney turned bounty hunter. Courtney was a wealthy young woman and her parents had arranged a marriage to a much older, very wealthy man. Courtney was not happy about this arrangement. She discovered her fiancé murdered and all of his children, all wealthy in their own right,older than she, and disliked by all of them. She realizes instantly that she will be accused of the murder, so she decides to runaway. Will Denton hunt her down or will her plan to disappear as a mail order bride save her neck from a noose? You will enjoy discovering how they find their happily ever after.
This is a sweet , mail order bride, of sorts, story written by Marie Higgins. She has done a great job with the plot and the characters too. Denton was an attorney turned bounty hunter. Courtney was a wealthy young woman and her parents had arranged a marriage to a much older, very wealthy man. Courtney was not happy about this arrangement. She discovered her fiancé murdered and all of his children, all wealthy in their own right,older than she, and disliked by all of them. She realizes instantly that she will be accused of the murder, so she decides to runaway. Will Denton hunt her down or will her plan to disappear as a mail order bride save her neck from a noose? You will enjoy discovering how they find their happily ever after.
May 21, 2021
Can Courtney finally find a family?
Courtney has no choice but to run...from her future, from her past and from the set up she now finds herself in. No one will believe her...will they?
Fortunately Denton is a seasoned investigator and lets the evidence speak rather than guessing, assuming or listening to gossip. He can see the set up immediately...but who is the guilty party? And will he be able to find Courtney and keep her safe from dangers and an overeager Sheriff whilst also investigating?
Both Courtney and Denton are surprised with the ease they work together, they have a chemistry that jumps from the page as they don disguises and follow leads to uncover surprising evidence.
A great read on Kindle Unlimited, I look forward to reading the rest of the series.
Courtney has no choice but to run...from her future, from her past and from the set up she now finds herself in. No one will believe her...will they?
Fortunately Denton is a seasoned investigator and lets the evidence speak rather than guessing, assuming or listening to gossip. He can see the set up immediately...but who is the guilty party? And will he be able to find Courtney and keep her safe from dangers and an overeager Sheriff whilst also investigating?
Both Courtney and Denton are surprised with the ease they work together, they have a chemistry that jumps from the page as they don disguises and follow leads to uncover surprising evidence.
A great read on Kindle Unlimited, I look forward to reading the rest of the series.
November 5, 2020
This is book 1 in this exciting new series.
Runaway brides by Marie Higgins.
Marie is a very experienced auhor and it shows in her books.
I find good first books, set the standard for the next in the series.
The book is creatively written, its embroidered together delightfully.
The storyline is engaging and the characters are wonderful described, with the flaws and imperfections.
The scenery descriptions are razor edge sharp, and help bring the book to life.
This book really is a wonderful read, and a delight to review.
Marie writes wonderful authors introduction blurbs. Please do read it if you want more information before buying the book.
Runaway brides by Marie Higgins.
Marie is a very experienced auhor and it shows in her books.
I find good first books, set the standard for the next in the series.
The book is creatively written, its embroidered together delightfully.
The storyline is engaging and the characters are wonderful described, with the flaws and imperfections.
The scenery descriptions are razor edge sharp, and help bring the book to life.
This book really is a wonderful read, and a delight to review.
Marie writes wonderful authors introduction blurbs. Please do read it if you want more information before buying the book.
November 9, 2020
Like most, if not all, of Marie Higgins heroines, Courtney Mills doesn’t stand back and wring her hands in dangerous situations. Falsely accused of killring her much older fiancé, Albert Greenwood, she runs to a nearby town. Following her closely is Denton Reed, bounty hunter hired by Terrance Greenwood to find and arrest Courtney for the murder of his father. Terrance fails to catch Denton’s promise, to find the person who killed Albert, not necessarily to arrest Miss Mills. This book has all the hallmarks of a Higgins story, compelling story line, interesting characters, mystery, romance and a happily ever after. Good start to a new series.
November 4, 2020
This is Book #1 in a new series, and the author has given us a story that is sweet and heartwarming and has great characters. This is Courtney and Denton's story and is full of action including: a dead fiance, an escaping bride-to-be, mystery, humor, a bounty hunter, and romance. Is a HEA in the future for the couple. Be sure to read this story to find out. I know you will enjoy it as much as I did.
November 4, 2020
This is book 1 of the Runaway Mail Order Bride series. This story of Courtney and Denton pulls you right in from page one until the end. A sweet story with great characters and twists and turns as we try to figure out who did it. A wonderful page turner that I really enjoyed!
I received an advance copy of this book from the author, however, I voluntarily wrote an honest review. All opinions are strictly my own.
I received an advance copy of this book from the author, however, I voluntarily wrote an honest review. All opinions are strictly my own.
April 26, 2021
If you could see me, you’d see me smiling!
A short and sweet story about a woman who found her fiancé dead in his study apparently hit over the head by a bust used as decoration. Immediately all she could think to do was run away as she knew she would be accused of the crime by her fiancé’s children. Well many twists and turns and comedy of errors later things worked out and Courtney got her a husband after all. Very entertaining read.
A short and sweet story about a woman who found her fiancé dead in his study apparently hit over the head by a bust used as decoration. Immediately all she could think to do was run away as she knew she would be accused of the crime by her fiancé’s children. Well many twists and turns and comedy of errors later things worked out and Courtney got her a husband after all. Very entertaining read.
October 19, 2020
A sweet short story that gave the reader a mystery to solve. Fun characters that kept the story interesting and inviting. I loved trying to figure out who did the dastardly deed while also enjoying the clean romance. A great story that has action and keeps the reader on their toes!
Was given a complimentary copy. All opinions are my own.
Was given a complimentary copy. All opinions are my own.
November 4, 2020
Sweet short romantic..story
Liked the chemistry between them.....but for me it was to quick for them to fall in love...will recommend this to those who are interested in quick sweet historical romance....n it was nice to what a bounty hunter are before this I didn't know about them
Liked the chemistry between them.....but for me it was to quick for them to fall in love...will recommend this to those who are interested in quick sweet historical romance....n it was nice to what a bounty hunter are before this I didn't know about them
January 28, 2021
Courage
Uplifting story with AA ton of adventure. Denton is a bounty hunter but his character reminds this reader of more like a Pinkerton agent, a real detective. Courtney is the runway bride, fingered for the murder of her betrothed but completely innocent. What follows in this storyline is a great murder mystery love story.
Uplifting story with AA ton of adventure. Denton is a bounty hunter but his character reminds this reader of more like a Pinkerton agent, a real detective. Courtney is the runway bride, fingered for the murder of her betrothed but completely innocent. What follows in this storyline is a great murder mystery love story.
February 16, 2021
💞 Courtney and Denton 💞
I really enjoyed this story! I don’t think I’ve ever read anything by this author yet, so I’m glad I happened upon this book.
Courtney and Denton were so perfect for each other. I loved they protected one another...especially how Courtney became “like David in the Bible” 😊
Looking forward to reading more into the series.
I really enjoyed this story! I don’t think I’ve ever read anything by this author yet, so I’m glad I happened upon this book.
Courtney and Denton were so perfect for each other. I loved they protected one another...especially how Courtney became “like David in the Bible” 😊
Looking forward to reading more into the series.
April 13, 2021
Denton's Bride is a good read .
This is a very different type of mail order bride story. I found it very interesting and challenging in that, DENTON had to keep a very open mind,. to consider his friend in a bad light. The mail order bride is a very courageous heroine. It has made me anxious to read the other issues in the series. Well done!
This is a very different type of mail order bride story. I found it very interesting and challenging in that, DENTON had to keep a very open mind,. to consider his friend in a bad light. The mail order bride is a very courageous heroine. It has made me anxious to read the other issues in the series. Well done!
July 24, 2021
Very nice
This was a very well written book to read. It is about a. Murder of Courtney’s intended on her wedding day. She runs as she know the children will accuse her of it. Denton is a bounty Hunter friend of the family looks for Courtney to find her side. Did she do it or not. As the reader you do not find out till the end very good good .
This was a very well written book to read. It is about a. Murder of Courtney’s intended on her wedding day. She runs as she know the children will accuse her of it. Denton is a bounty Hunter friend of the family looks for Courtney to find her side. Did she do it or not. As the reader you do not find out till the end very good good .
December 31, 2024
Courtney is set for an arranged marriage that she wants no part of. When her intended turns up murdered she realizes his family will blame her so takes off. Denton Reed works in law enforcement and bounty hunting and finds himself hot on the trail of suspected murderer Courtney. Denton must find the person who murdered the father of his friend. This was a short historical romance with action.
January 6, 2025
no
This book would be a no for me. I feel like the author was just rambling half of the book and then some of the interactions riches absolutely ghastly the way the FMC supposedly crept around and then popped up to save the day completely unbelievable and I feel like all the characters were weird and whiny
This book would be a no for me. I feel like the author was just rambling half of the book and then some of the interactions riches absolutely ghastly the way the FMC supposedly crept around and then popped up to save the day completely unbelievable and I feel like all the characters were weird and whiny
October 28, 2020
I think this is going to be a fun new series. Courtney and Denton were great people brought together in a peculiar way. Definitely not how I'd wish to meet someone, but it worked out. There is mystery and twists like normal, but I enjoyed the moments when it was just Denton and Courtney best.
November 4, 2020
Ms. Higgins has done it again. Written another enjoyable story with just the right amount of suspense & an HEA.
I enjoy her writing so much & am never disappointed in her books. I received an ARC. This is my voluntary opinion.
I enjoy her writing so much & am never disappointed in her books. I received an ARC. This is my voluntary opinion.
November 5, 2020
Suspense filled romance with Courtney and Denton. She is the runaway bride and Denton is the man she may end up with. There are several twists in this story that keeps you turning the pages and guesting how the story will end. Will Courtney and Denton find their HEA?
November 7, 2020
I was drawn into Denton's Bride from page one. This author creates very believable, likable characters. This book has a mystery as well as romance. There are several twists to keep the story entertaining. I think this will be a very successful series.
February 2, 2021
Starts at a Dead Run
This story starts at a dead run. Monica realized it was time to leave, and Denton was hired to find a killer. Lots of suspense with several false leads with a surprise ending.
This story starts at a dead run. Monica realized it was time to leave, and Denton was hired to find a killer. Lots of suspense with several false leads with a surprise ending.
September 29, 2025
Fun read
I really liked the characters and that there was honesty between the two main characters from the start. But the story was too short and murder solved too quick. Not enough development of the greedy children!
I really liked the characters and that there was honesty between the two main characters from the start. But the story was too short and murder solved too quick. Not enough development of the greedy children!
November 3, 2020
Excellent first book in a new series by Marie Higgins. Romance, suspense, surprises, and adventure. Wonderful read!
November 30, 2020
Really well written, A good storyline, romance, The characters are likeable and well developed. The writing that just flows naturally and gives you the feeling of actually being there
February 13, 2021
A good clean romance: I enjoyed it, I am going back to read Hannah's story and when Denton was first written about. i would highly recommend it.
April 21, 2021
Courtney
A great start to a new series. Once I read Maverick’s story, I was excited to see their story continue. Courtney is a runaway bride with her very own bounty Hunter.
A great start to a new series. Once I read Maverick’s story, I was excited to see their story continue. Courtney is a runaway bride with her very own bounty Hunter.
July 2, 2022
Denton's Bride
Fun escapade of bounty hunter meeting his match while the crime solve together to get the lady off the hook for a murder
Fun escapade of bounty hunter meeting his match while the crime solve together to get the lady off the hook for a murder
September 15, 2023
Great book
I really enjoyed this book. It was a cute story. It had just the right amount of mystery and excitement. I recommend this book
I really enjoyed this book. It was a cute story. It had just the right amount of mystery and excitement. I recommend this book
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