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Bridgewater Brides #2
Their Blushing Bride
Prim governess Lily Snow encounters brash cowboys Keane and Rye and unladylike desires nearly overtake her. When they rescue her from an assault by her unscrupulous former employer, the men offer her protection and something more. A marriage in the Bridgewater tradition of two men and one lucky woman. Because of her chaste upbringing, she truly is their blushing bride.
But, can she really trust them to know what's best for her? When Lily tries to take matters into her own hands, the results could be devastating.
But, can she really trust them to know what's best for her? When Lily tries to take matters into her own hands, the results could be devastating.
152 pages, Kindle Edition
Published September 24, 2020
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Celeste Jones
107 books137 followersUSA Today bestselling author Celeste Jones is known for writing highly entertaining erotic romance featuring headstrong heroines and stern yet loving heroes who aren't afraid to take a naughty woman over their knees. When she's not writing, she enjoys travel, reading and dancing like no one is watching.
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September 22, 2020
MIRACLES DO HAPPEN
As a huge fan of Ms. Vanessa Vale’s Bridgewater series, both historical and contemporary, I was thrilled to learn that her town of Bridgewater was adding new stories and inviting other authors to spin a tale. Bridgewater is a town that has the uncommon practice of more than one husband per wife—a Mohamian custom adopted by soldiers who served in Mohamir. I enjoyed Celesta Jones's tale of Lily, Keane, and Rye.
Rye and Keane will travel from Bridgewater to Butte, Montana, in hopes of finding the woman who will become their wife. Checking into the hotel and take a stroll around the park, fate may be working in their favor. Lily Snow works as a governess for the Garner family. While in the park with the children, her hat will blow off and fall at the feet of two viral and handsome men who introduce themselves as Rye and Keane. But what happens when Lily and two children leave with another man? How could they both be so wrong?
The plot will have rye and Keane rescuing Lily days later from a man attacking her and learning that she is single, and they realize that fate is indeed playing in their favor. Getting Lily to accept their proposal comes easier than they thought.
“Technically, legally, you would only be married to one of us—but spiritually, emotionally, you would be married to both of us, equally. It’s the Bridgwater way. Two men to take care of a woman’s every need. I vow to you, Keane, or I would gladly give our life to protect yours.”
“I must also tell you, Miss Lily Snow, that Rye and I are not ones to spare the road and spoil the spouse.”
The story will have the good, the bad, and the evil of people. The marriage between Lily, Keane, and Rye is everything the three of them could want and desire. Lily may blush, get a few spankings, but she is an eager and willing pupil into the erotic pleasures by her two husbands. Witnessing other couples at Bridgewater is shocking and piques her desires—which works well in favor of her husbands. Talking with Olivia will open the door to more information into the erotic chemistry of these Bridgewater couples.
“The three of you will be joined, and you’re the one who holds it all together. It’s rather poetic, in a way. Though, when it’s happening, I’m more likely to be groaning and moaning that reciting sonnets.”
Trouble is coming and will test the binds that joined these three together. Will Keane and Rye be able to save Lily from a deranged man before it is too late? Will they indulge her too long until she snaps?
“Now, I am your wife. You’re my husbands. And I demand that you act like it and claim me. Like you promised.”
“We’re all joined. The tree of us are as one because of you. You’re our everything.”
The story has several spankings and explicit erotic scenes that include ménage between Lily, Keane, and Rye. Best of all, it does have a happy ending.
As a huge fan of Ms. Vanessa Vale’s Bridgewater series, both historical and contemporary, I was thrilled to learn that her town of Bridgewater was adding new stories and inviting other authors to spin a tale. Bridgewater is a town that has the uncommon practice of more than one husband per wife—a Mohamian custom adopted by soldiers who served in Mohamir. I enjoyed Celesta Jones's tale of Lily, Keane, and Rye.
Rye and Keane will travel from Bridgewater to Butte, Montana, in hopes of finding the woman who will become their wife. Checking into the hotel and take a stroll around the park, fate may be working in their favor. Lily Snow works as a governess for the Garner family. While in the park with the children, her hat will blow off and fall at the feet of two viral and handsome men who introduce themselves as Rye and Keane. But what happens when Lily and two children leave with another man? How could they both be so wrong?
The plot will have rye and Keane rescuing Lily days later from a man attacking her and learning that she is single, and they realize that fate is indeed playing in their favor. Getting Lily to accept their proposal comes easier than they thought.
“Technically, legally, you would only be married to one of us—but spiritually, emotionally, you would be married to both of us, equally. It’s the Bridgwater way. Two men to take care of a woman’s every need. I vow to you, Keane, or I would gladly give our life to protect yours.”
“I must also tell you, Miss Lily Snow, that Rye and I are not ones to spare the road and spoil the spouse.”
The story will have the good, the bad, and the evil of people. The marriage between Lily, Keane, and Rye is everything the three of them could want and desire. Lily may blush, get a few spankings, but she is an eager and willing pupil into the erotic pleasures by her two husbands. Witnessing other couples at Bridgewater is shocking and piques her desires—which works well in favor of her husbands. Talking with Olivia will open the door to more information into the erotic chemistry of these Bridgewater couples.
“The three of you will be joined, and you’re the one who holds it all together. It’s rather poetic, in a way. Though, when it’s happening, I’m more likely to be groaning and moaning that reciting sonnets.”
Trouble is coming and will test the binds that joined these three together. Will Keane and Rye be able to save Lily from a deranged man before it is too late? Will they indulge her too long until she snaps?
“Now, I am your wife. You’re my husbands. And I demand that you act like it and claim me. Like you promised.”
“We’re all joined. The tree of us are as one because of you. You’re our everything.”
The story has several spankings and explicit erotic scenes that include ménage between Lily, Keane, and Rye. Best of all, it does have a happy ending.
October 6, 2020
Celeste Jones has given us a quick, easy, sweet, and dirty read. I like the Bridgewater world, and I really like that Vanessa Vale opened it up so that we get different interpretations on the world.
Keane and Rye are quick witted, funny, and definitely Bridgewater men. I liked Lily, I thought that she was a lot more open than people might've thought she was, and definitely a lot stronger.
Keane and Rye are quick witted, funny, and definitely Bridgewater men. I liked Lily, I thought that she was a lot more open than people might've thought she was, and definitely a lot stronger.
September 24, 2020
I love the Bridgewater Brides series and was thrilled to see other authors were going to write in it. I've never read any of Celeste Jones books before but after reading Lily, Keane and Rye's story, I think I may have to check out her books. When Lily is let go from her job as governess to 2 children, she has to figure out what she is going to do. The man who hires her tries to force his way into her hotel room and that's where Keane and Rye come onto the scene. They are in town to find a bride to take back home with them and when they rescue Lily, they know she is the one for them. The connection between the three of them is instant and she agrees to become their bride. I love how the whole town of Bridgewater protects the "brides". When trouble follows them back home, will they be able to save Lily? The story kept me turning pages and I loved seeing characters from the original series!!
September 28, 2020
I really enjoyed this book. It was very well written and heartwarming. There was humor, action, drama and steamy scene to keep you reading until the very end. The characters were great and I loved the way the relationship developed between Lily, Keane, and Rye. A great installment to the Bridgewater Brides series.
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.
September 29, 2020
This is a quick and easy read. The storyline is well-crafted, intriguing, suspenseful, has drama and steam. The characters are defined, and likable with sizzling chemistry. I liked it.
September 24, 2020
Lilly is a governess to two children when she meets Rye and Kearn in the park. That night she is thrown out of the home where she works and they her former employer shows up at her hotel room attacking her. Rye and Kearn are able to rescue her and they want to make her their bride. Fast-paced sweet read with lots of drama, emotion and steam. Great characters and an entertaining story. I liked it.
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September 27, 2020Two best friends go looking for a woman who can take them both…in matrimony
Wanting a wife to share leads Rye and Keane who are about 32yo to Butte, Montana, a big city near their homestead called Bridgewater where people can live with the rules set out by their community, and not by “society.” The Bridgewater Brides series has been successful for Vanessa Vale and I’m guessing that she’s inviting other authors to write their own take on the series because this book is written by Celeste Jones but takes place at the same ranch…It was lust at first sight for the threesome. What happens as a result of their first meeting is remarkable and leads our threesome back to Bridgewater and an HEA.
Rye, Keane and Lily make a great throuple. She’s shy, well-educated and pretty. I’ll let you read the book to get the history of the men…fascinating. As was customary at that time, Lily is only 19yo and of course a virgin! That just adds to my attraction to this book. I volunteered to review an ARC of this book through Booksprout and it comes highly recommended if you like a ménage plot with older alpha males who love their woman beyond reason, with some intrigue and lots of steamy passion. I give it 4.5 scintillating stars.
Wanting a wife to share leads Rye and Keane who are about 32yo to Butte, Montana, a big city near their homestead called Bridgewater where people can live with the rules set out by their community, and not by “society.” The Bridgewater Brides series has been successful for Vanessa Vale and I’m guessing that she’s inviting other authors to write their own take on the series because this book is written by Celeste Jones but takes place at the same ranch…It was lust at first sight for the threesome. What happens as a result of their first meeting is remarkable and leads our threesome back to Bridgewater and an HEA.
Rye, Keane and Lily make a great throuple. She’s shy, well-educated and pretty. I’ll let you read the book to get the history of the men…fascinating. As was customary at that time, Lily is only 19yo and of course a virgin! That just adds to my attraction to this book. I volunteered to review an ARC of this book through Booksprout and it comes highly recommended if you like a ménage plot with older alpha males who love their woman beyond reason, with some intrigue and lots of steamy passion. I give it 4.5 scintillating stars.
October 8, 2020
Regency or Modern
I felt like I was passing back and forth between a regency and modern romance. Really sin is self-abuse, upon the ground,could not have said, carpet bag, my favorite drawers. Please carpet bag how about duffle, suit case, back pack? Sin of self-abuse, masturbation, playing with myself. Drawers my absolute favorite that was a term my grandfather used, how about panties even underwear makes more sense. I love the Bridgewater series but this one was to difficult to even finish. With hopping from regency to modern not only frustrated me but just kind of made me tired of translating. Dialog should be flowing and modern, conversations should be language like I’d be talking to you. So decide which era you like best and stick with it.
I felt like I was passing back and forth between a regency and modern romance. Really sin is self-abuse, upon the ground,could not have said, carpet bag, my favorite drawers. Please carpet bag how about duffle, suit case, back pack? Sin of self-abuse, masturbation, playing with myself. Drawers my absolute favorite that was a term my grandfather used, how about panties even underwear makes more sense. I love the Bridgewater series but this one was to difficult to even finish. With hopping from regency to modern not only frustrated me but just kind of made me tired of translating. Dialog should be flowing and modern, conversations should be language like I’d be talking to you. So decide which era you like best and stick with it.
September 25, 2020
Their Blushing Bride is the second book set within Vanessa Vale’s Bridgewater Brides world. When Lily is put into an uncomfortable and unsafe situation, Rye and Keane come to her rescue. When they offer her an unusual marriage, Lily can’t help but follow her heart and say yes, but will the shadows of her past come to destroy their future before it can fully start?
This book was the perfect mixture between sweet and steamy, with a strong connection that forms between Rye, Keane, and Lily! There’s danger, characters growing into the best versions of themselves, and of course a ton of delicious passion that all had me flipping through the pages, excited to see what would come next. Lily has always been a good girl, but has these secret cravings that she’s afraid to give in to, so I loved that her men helped unlock some of her hang ups and helped to overcome some of her own hurdles. Rye and Keane are opposites in some ways, but I loved that they both softened towards and opened up with Lily. I loved their friendship and the instant connection they felt when they first set eyes on Lily. I think my favorite aspect of this world so far is seeing aspects from the original series spun with the magic of the author, and this book really shined! I loved the writing, the characters, and the romance!
This book was the perfect mixture between sweet and steamy, with a strong connection that forms between Rye, Keane, and Lily! There’s danger, characters growing into the best versions of themselves, and of course a ton of delicious passion that all had me flipping through the pages, excited to see what would come next. Lily has always been a good girl, but has these secret cravings that she’s afraid to give in to, so I loved that her men helped unlock some of her hang ups and helped to overcome some of her own hurdles. Rye and Keane are opposites in some ways, but I loved that they both softened towards and opened up with Lily. I loved their friendship and the instant connection they felt when they first set eyes on Lily. I think my favorite aspect of this world so far is seeing aspects from the original series spun with the magic of the author, and this book really shined! I loved the writing, the characters, and the romance!
November 2, 2020
If you haven't read a Bridgewater book before there are some things you should know. Each read is standalone. Each book focuses on a relationship between (at least) 2 men and 1 woman. Characters from other books in the series may make appearances but you're not expected to know their story. I've read a few books by Celeste Jones and while I've enjoyed them, she's never really made it to my must read list. However, this is an enjoyable, quick read with characters that I liked, a fantastic meet cute and a little spice of drama. It's not perfect - it left me with a few unanswered questions. It does deal with instalove, but it cleverly makes that part of the premise of these books. Lighthearted, quick read.
September 28, 2020
Lily is a governess who is taking care of two adorable children. When she runs into Rye and Keane her heart starts to race. But you have to be prim and proper and so she goes back to her life. Rye and Keane are looking for a wife to share someone who understands and will love them both equally. When they run into Lily they both feel it that she could be the one. But sometimes fate has other plans. As Lily trys to take the next step to her life things happen to her and Rye and Keane will be there to help her. However can these two save her and convince her to be with them? Or will they loose her forever. I loved this story or how Rye and Keane became friends, how they met Lily, and how they will do whatever they can to save her.
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.
September 28, 2020
Their Blushing Bride - 5 Stars!
Rye, Keane and Lily’s story was amazing! This was the first book that I had read by Celeste Jones but it will definitely not be my last! The characters were written so well and their chemistry was palpable and instant. I really loved seeing how the Bridgewater community came together to protect those they consider family. Cannot wait for the next one to release!
Rye, Keane and Lily’s story was amazing! This was the first book that I had read by Celeste Jones but it will definitely not be my last! The characters were written so well and their chemistry was palpable and instant. I really loved seeing how the Bridgewater community came together to protect those they consider family. Cannot wait for the next one to release!
October 12, 2020
I enjoyed Their Blushing Bride. Lily, Rey, and Keane were an interesting group to get to know. The sex scenes were very enjoyable. I would have liked a little more character development but I know that can be hard when juggling multiple POVs. Overall, though, a great story.
Triggers: Menage, anal, attempted assault.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
Triggers: Menage, anal, attempted assault.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
February 28, 2025
This follows the formula of other books in this series. Two men want to find one woman to share as their bride. As in other books, she falls into their laps and there is instant attraction. They then help her out of a bad situation which follows them to Bridgewater and endangers their bride. Unfortunately, the characters in this story don't feel as developed as in other books in this series and everything is very predictable.
September 26, 2020
Miss Lily Snow finds herself unceremoniously sacked from her job and following a previous introduction again crosses paths with Rye & Keane from the Bridgewater community. However this time around they rescue her from a difficult situation and within a very short time making her their wife. This was not the path she envisaged for herself but sometimes fate has a way of leading us on a journey we never expected. This Bridgewater pair will not spare Lily's blushes and when her life is threatened they will learn what a strong minded individual she is as they try to molly coddle her. With growing confidence Lily makes clear what she needs from her men, this was a very funny moment and one of many entertaining interactions between Lily and her husbands. This story included the right balance of romance and humour, a great read and would not hesitate to recommed.
Voluntarily leaving a review based on my own personal opinion.
Voluntarily leaving a review based on my own personal opinion.
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September 26, 2020
Celeste Jones brings us another Bridgewater Brides story as we bear (bare?) witness to Miss Lily and Rye and Keane. If you’ve read the books written by Vanessa Vale and the newest by Raisa Greywood, then you know that you are in for a fun ride with this ménage. And in good story fashion, there’s a bit of suspense going on with a crazy ex-employer who does not like being told, no.
Likes: The characters are downright charming in all the right ways. And the antagonist is quite the a$$hat making you feel sorry for his wife and kids. The chemistry between the three is there from the get-go and their smexy, romantic scenes are downright scintillating. And since this IS a series, it’s always enjoyable to get snippets from the other characters.
If you like your historical westerns heavy on the romance and don’t mind that they’re a tad light on complete authenticity, then buckle up and prepare to spend your book money on Their Blushing Bride.
Likes: The characters are downright charming in all the right ways. And the antagonist is quite the a$$hat making you feel sorry for his wife and kids. The chemistry between the three is there from the get-go and their smexy, romantic scenes are downright scintillating. And since this IS a series, it’s always enjoyable to get snippets from the other characters.
If you like your historical westerns heavy on the romance and don’t mind that they’re a tad light on complete authenticity, then buckle up and prepare to spend your book money on Their Blushing Bride.
September 27, 2020
Received as an ARC for a Honest Review
Lily is a Governess, her employers are to say the least horrendous, they are the worst of the worst of the monied.
Lily meets Rye and Keane, who have come to Butte to find a wife, when she loses her hat and they catch it for her. They think she's married with children when they see the child she is responsible for. They feel something and decide to follow her and see her employer Mr Garner whom they mistake for her husband and not a pleasant one.
Later Lily is thrown out of the house into the night ... what will become of her, will she fins another job, will she see Rye and Keane again?
Celeste Jones brings the characters to life, you can, from her writing, picture Rye, Keane, Lily, the horrible Garners amongst others. You almost feel like you are actually standing on the sidelines watching.
Lily is a Governess, her employers are to say the least horrendous, they are the worst of the worst of the monied.
Lily meets Rye and Keane, who have come to Butte to find a wife, when she loses her hat and they catch it for her. They think she's married with children when they see the child she is responsible for. They feel something and decide to follow her and see her employer Mr Garner whom they mistake for her husband and not a pleasant one.
Later Lily is thrown out of the house into the night ... what will become of her, will she fins another job, will she see Rye and Keane again?
Celeste Jones brings the characters to life, you can, from her writing, picture Rye, Keane, Lily, the horrible Garners amongst others. You almost feel like you are actually standing on the sidelines watching.
November 20, 2020
1.5
This story and the characters needed more development. Instead of talking with and explaining certain acts to Lily when she showed reluctance, she was told to perform them and that she would like it. They did discuss some things, so why not those?
There was also the dinner scene when Rye, Keane, and Lily first arrived at Bridgewater. That was awkward.
This story and the characters needed more development. Instead of talking with and explaining certain acts to Lily when she showed reluctance, she was told to perform them and that she would like it. They did discuss some things, so why not those?
There was also the dinner scene when Rye, Keane, and Lily first arrived at Bridgewater. That was awkward.
January 20, 2021
Love the Bridgewater Series. Great mix of old and new. This book had me laughing out loud and cheering for Lily/Rye/Keane. Thought the fire aspect was different. Would love to have known what happen to Whitworth and Garner...if anything like the other books - the men of Bridgewater handled them permanently. Can't wait for the next series.
September 25, 2020
Their blushing bride
Lily is in the park with the children she cares for when the bridge water men see her. They have come to town to find a wife and chose her but think she’s married. Later they find out she isn’t and move forward to make her theirs
Lily is in the park with the children she cares for when the bridge water men see her. They have come to town to find a wife and chose her but think she’s married. Later they find out she isn’t and move forward to make her theirs
September 25, 2020
Great book!
A very entertaining story with some action and humor. Beautifully written so that it seems realistic and heartwarming.Some hot sexy parts included makes this a book that you will want to read!
A very entertaining story with some action and humor. Beautifully written so that it seems realistic and heartwarming.Some hot sexy parts included makes this a book that you will want to read!
September 26, 2020
The same but different
The Bridgewater concept might or might not be scandelous today but back in the wild and wooly west it certainly was scandelous. Yet once the families of Bridgewater embraced the concept they couldn't be happier.
The Bridgewater concept might or might not be scandelous today but back in the wild and wooly west it certainly was scandelous. Yet once the families of Bridgewater embraced the concept they couldn't be happier.
September 28, 2020
Another fantastic read set in the Bridgewater world!
What do you get when you combine a lady in distress and two heroes? A tenderhearted, passionate, beautifully written love story. Lily hasn't had an easy life, but she has a steel core that doesn't let her give up. Keane and Rye and right out of a fairytale, and in the right place at the right time to swoop in and save her, literally. Lily doesn't shy away from the idea of having two husbands, which I loved, and jumps into the relationship without any pause. That doesn't mean things are going to be a walk in the park, though.
This is a quick, entertaining read that delivers everything a romance lover desires.
What do you get when you combine a lady in distress and two heroes? A tenderhearted, passionate, beautifully written love story. Lily hasn't had an easy life, but she has a steel core that doesn't let her give up. Keane and Rye and right out of a fairytale, and in the right place at the right time to swoop in and save her, literally. Lily doesn't shy away from the idea of having two husbands, which I loved, and jumps into the relationship without any pause. That doesn't mean things are going to be a walk in the park, though.
This is a quick, entertaining read that delivers everything a romance lover desires.
June 11, 2021
Lilly, Rye & Keane
This is a very good, well written cowboy romance. Each of the Bridgewater Brides stories can be read separately but share some characters and the ranch. Hope you read and enjoy.
This is a very good, well written cowboy romance. Each of the Bridgewater Brides stories can be read separately but share some characters and the ranch. Hope you read and enjoy.
May 2, 2022
Blushing
You know, I am one feel into this series and I still blush, lol. I could not get enough of Rye and Keane. Lily was sweet and just the right amount of sassy. It's a fun and naughty read.
You know, I am one feel into this series and I still blush, lol. I could not get enough of Rye and Keane. Lily was sweet and just the right amount of sassy. It's a fun and naughty read.
September 25, 2020
Fantastic
As the Bridgewater brides stories continue they just keep getting better and better. Love each and every single story can't wait for more
As the Bridgewater brides stories continue they just keep getting better and better. Love each and every single story can't wait for more
September 25, 2020
Great story
These books make you want this kind of life. Having two strong.men who will care for you and protect you.
These books make you want this kind of life. Having two strong.men who will care for you and protect you.
September 26, 2020
This is the first book that I have read by this author and it was pretty good. It follows Lily Snow who is working as an governess for an affluent couple. Keane and Rye are looking for their wife to share and run across Lily in a park. Sparks fly but Keane and Rye misinterprets her marital status. When Lily is fired from her job Keane and Rye comes to her rescue when her ex-employer tries to take advantage of her. Keane and Rye marry Lily to protect her and take her back to Bridgewater. Unfortunately, Lily's ex-employer does not suffer losing well and follows them home to exact revenge. Overall, this was an fast and enjoyable read.
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.
September 26, 2020
WOW! Loved it!
Well written story and well developed characters! Return to Bridgewater and enjoy the trip! Love and danger! This book has it all!
Well written story and well developed characters! Return to Bridgewater and enjoy the trip! Love and danger! This book has it all!
September 26, 2020
Lilys Loves💘
Another nice addition to the Bridgewater series! Shows how people who don't understand something feel the need to try and destroy it.
Another nice addition to the Bridgewater series! Shows how people who don't understand something feel the need to try and destroy it.
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