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Secret Baby Dilemma #10
Mail Order Blaze
She is desperate to save a boy…
He questions his mail-order bride’s past…
An evil man threatens their survival.
Bernadette “Blaze” Cook rescues her nephew after her brother-in-law murders her sister in a drunken rage. While the killer is in jail, Blaze takes her nephew with her when she answers an ad in the Grooms Gazette. As further precaution, she doesn’t tell anyone where she’s going. She hopes to disappear and keep her nephew safe.
Andrew “Drew” Wagner didn’t expect his bride to have a toddler but he’s willing to accept the boy. He is suspicious of her story. If the child is hers, why not admit it? As his fondness for her grows, the question becomes less and less important but won’t rest. Is his wife here to stay or is she planning to take off with some of his cash?
When the nephew’s father breaks out of prison, he’s able to trace Blaze. She and Drew will need all their resources to overcome the killer’s try for revenge. Will their new found love survive as well?
He questions his mail-order bride’s past…
An evil man threatens their survival.
Bernadette “Blaze” Cook rescues her nephew after her brother-in-law murders her sister in a drunken rage. While the killer is in jail, Blaze takes her nephew with her when she answers an ad in the Grooms Gazette. As further precaution, she doesn’t tell anyone where she’s going. She hopes to disappear and keep her nephew safe.
Andrew “Drew” Wagner didn’t expect his bride to have a toddler but he’s willing to accept the boy. He is suspicious of her story. If the child is hers, why not admit it? As his fondness for her grows, the question becomes less and less important but won’t rest. Is his wife here to stay or is she planning to take off with some of his cash?
When the nephew’s father breaks out of prison, he’s able to trace Blaze. She and Drew will need all their resources to overcome the killer’s try for revenge. Will their new found love survive as well?
79 pages, Kindle Edition
Published April 7, 2021
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Caroline Clemmons
141 books383 followersThrough a crazy twist of fate, Caroline Clemmons was not born on a Texas ranch. To make up for this tragic error, she writes about handsome cowboys, feisty ranch women, and scheming villains in a small office her family calls her pink cave. She and her Hero live in North Central Texas cowboy country where they ride herd on their rescued cats and dogs. The books she creates there have made her an Amazon bestselling author and won several awards. Find her on her blog, website, Facebook, Twitter, Goodreads, Google+, and Pinterest.
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January 9, 2022
This is an OK mail-order bride romance, with likable characters. It gets 3.5 stars from me, rounded down to 3 stars.
My main complaint was that it was just too short to have enough character development. I wanted more backstory on both Blaze and Drew.
I liked Blaze, and loved that she tried to help her sister, then took on her nephew after her sister's murder. She deserved to find a good husband, which she found in Drew.
Drew was mostly likable, and I liked that he accepted Blaze's nephew Kenny, even though he wasn't sure he believed her story. He wondered if the child was really hers, and she just didn't want him to know. He did get a little irritating when he got angry about Kenny waking them up so much, but that wasn't so surprising -- especially since he didn't know Blaze would be bringing her nephew. I did like how he seemed to get past his initial irritation, though, and ended up helping protect Blaze and Kenny from her awful brother-in-law.
This is a clean romance, with nothing but kisses. If you only want to read romances that do not include sex scenes, this one might work for you.
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.
My main complaint was that it was just too short to have enough character development. I wanted more backstory on both Blaze and Drew.
I liked Blaze, and loved that she tried to help her sister, then took on her nephew after her sister's murder. She deserved to find a good husband, which she found in Drew.
Drew was mostly likable, and I liked that he accepted Blaze's nephew Kenny, even though he wasn't sure he believed her story. He wondered if the child was really hers, and she just didn't want him to know. He did get a little irritating when he got angry about Kenny waking them up so much, but that wasn't so surprising -- especially since he didn't know Blaze would be bringing her nephew. I did like how he seemed to get past his initial irritation, though, and ended up helping protect Blaze and Kenny from her awful brother-in-law.
This is a clean romance, with nothing but kisses. If you only want to read romances that do not include sex scenes, this one might work for you.
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.
April 11, 2021
The author has written a sweet and heartwarming story, yet one filled with lots of human emotions. This is a story of murder, grief, revenge, lies, a prison escape, danger, and romance. This is Bernadette ("Blaze") Cook and Andrew ("Drew") Wagner's story. Blaze who was planning to head West to become Drew's MOB, takes her nephew Kenny with her after her sister is murdered by her husband. Upon her arrival, Drew is not sure he believes Blaze's story about who Kenny is suspecting that Kenny might actually be her son. As the couple navigate through the suspicions and try to build a relationship, Kenny's father escapes from prison and tracks Blaze down putting all of them in danger. Will Blaze and Drew's relationship survive not only the stress on their relationship but will both of them as well as Kenny be able to escape the danger? Will Blaze and Drew build a HEA? Be sure to read this wonderful story to find out. I know you will enjoy it as much as I did.
May 22, 2021
Drew, Blaze and Kenny
This is a sweet, loving mail order bride tale, written by Caroline Clemmons. She has done an excellent job with the plot and the characters. Drew is the owner of a small ranch in Texas and wanted a wife. He writes to Blaze asking her to be his bride. Blaze’s sister has a near two year old son and a husband that is meaner than a snake. He has beaten his wife severely and this time she is in the hospital. Blaze, her sister and her son decide when her has healed they will all disappear to Texas and Blazes mail order husband. Lester, the cruel husband arrives at the hospital drunk and again beats her only this time so severely she dies. He is finally arrested for murder and Blaze takes Kenny with her to Texas, even though her husband to be is not aware of the child’s arrival. Lester and two of his compadres escape prison and come searching for her and his son. You will enjoy discovering how Drew and Blaze find their happily ever after.
This is a sweet, loving mail order bride tale, written by Caroline Clemmons. She has done an excellent job with the plot and the characters. Drew is the owner of a small ranch in Texas and wanted a wife. He writes to Blaze asking her to be his bride. Blaze’s sister has a near two year old son and a husband that is meaner than a snake. He has beaten his wife severely and this time she is in the hospital. Blaze, her sister and her son decide when her has healed they will all disappear to Texas and Blazes mail order husband. Lester, the cruel husband arrives at the hospital drunk and again beats her only this time so severely she dies. He is finally arrested for murder and Blaze takes Kenny with her to Texas, even though her husband to be is not aware of the child’s arrival. Lester and two of his compadres escape prison and come searching for her and his son. You will enjoy discovering how Drew and Blaze find their happily ever after.
April 7, 2021
What he hopes for....
.....or what he needs?
Drew has very fixed ideas about his new bride and how she will fit into ranch life, imagine his surprise when he gets a feisty red head with a nephew in tow! A sweet romance that shows this newly wed couple that although there may be bumps in the road, there is a possibility of HEA if you work together.....as a family. I read this on Kindle Unlimited.
.....or what he needs?
Drew has very fixed ideas about his new bride and how she will fit into ranch life, imagine his surprise when he gets a feisty red head with a nephew in tow! A sweet romance that shows this newly wed couple that although there may be bumps in the road, there is a possibility of HEA if you work together.....as a family. I read this on Kindle Unlimited.
April 8, 2021
Blaze
A very good story but it’s sad to see how many things haven’t changed. Blaze loses her sister to her brother-in-law’s fists. She has made plans to be a mail-order bride so she takes her nephew. Everybody on the ranch and in town are kind and accepting of Kenny once Drew gets used to the idea. I really enjoyed this, at times, hear wrenching story.
A very good story but it’s sad to see how many things haven’t changed. Blaze loses her sister to her brother-in-law’s fists. She has made plans to be a mail-order bride so she takes her nephew. Everybody on the ranch and in town are kind and accepting of Kenny once Drew gets used to the idea. I really enjoyed this, at times, hear wrenching story.
April 2, 2023
Mail Order Blaze: Secret Baby Dilemma Book 10
This is a really fast paced short story of Blaze, a mail order bride. Due to horrific circumstances she is compelled to take her young nephew along with her. Danger follows them. Will Drew, her new husband, and his men be able to keep her and the child safe?
This is a really fast paced short story of Blaze, a mail order bride. Due to horrific circumstances she is compelled to take her young nephew along with her. Danger follows them. Will Drew, her new husband, and his men be able to keep her and the child safe?
April 8, 2021
A very good read
I am a fan of this series. I try not to miss any. I enjoyed reading this book. Very well written, lovable characters I liked the main characters as well as the others. I had a great time reading this book. Would recommend it.
I am a fan of this series. I try not to miss any. I enjoyed reading this book. Very well written, lovable characters I liked the main characters as well as the others. I had a great time reading this book. Would recommend it.
April 13, 2021
Mail Order Blaze: Secret Baby Dilemma Book 10
I always enjoy reading Caroline Clemmons books and this is a favorite. Love the sweet storyline and the well thought out characters in this book. It's short but very entertaining and I can recommend. JudyE
I always enjoy reading Caroline Clemmons books and this is a favorite. Love the sweet storyline and the well thought out characters in this book. It's short but very entertaining and I can recommend. JudyE
April 16, 2021
Wonderful. Story!
Another great story by the very talented Caroline Clemmons! I just love her stories! Mail Order Blaze: Secret Baby Dilemma is wonderful! I couldn't put it down and hated for it to end. I highly recommend this ebook!
Another great story by the very talented Caroline Clemmons! I just love her stories! Mail Order Blaze: Secret Baby Dilemma is wonderful! I couldn't put it down and hated for it to end. I highly recommend this ebook!
April 18, 2021
Good Story!
Mail Order Blaze is a wonderfully sweet book! Blaze and her little nephew Kenny, find a new happy life after she marries Drew and comes to live on his Texas ranch. Great characters.
Mail Order Blaze is a wonderfully sweet book! Blaze and her little nephew Kenny, find a new happy life after she marries Drew and comes to live on his Texas ranch. Great characters.
May 1, 2021
Loved this book.
Great story !!! Loved how the new lady of the house was helping and always thinking of others. Loved the new home gifts, a lot of them I heard before. thank you for sharing this story.
Great story !!! Loved how the new lady of the house was helping and always thinking of others. Loved the new home gifts, a lot of them I heard before. thank you for sharing this story.
April 8, 2021
Good story. Can't wait for the next book.
I am really enjoying this series. Good stories that keep your interest. Different way of looking at things and good story lines.
I am really enjoying this series. Good stories that keep your interest. Different way of looking at things and good story lines.
April 10, 2021
Loved it!!
April 12, 2021
Another great story by Ms. Clemmons
Caroline Clemmons is one of my favorite authors. This story exemplifies her talent in presenting a story of courage and determination.
Caroline Clemmons is one of my favorite authors. This story exemplifies her talent in presenting a story of courage and determination.
April 30, 2021
Wonderful
Absolutely delightful book. I look forward to reading many more by this wonderful author. Awe inspiring!!! Loved this fabulous book.
Absolutely delightful book. I look forward to reading many more by this wonderful author. Awe inspiring!!! Loved this fabulous book.
May 18, 2021
Good
A very good read....loving this series.. Looking for more in this series...I glad I discovered it...good story line with likeable characters
A very good read....loving this series.. Looking for more in this series...I glad I discovered it...good story line with likeable characters
June 25, 2022
I really liked this book, i liked the characters and how Drew took care of his family. 4 stars because i do love and epilogue to close a story out, But 5* for the writing and characters.
February 22, 2023
Great read!!!
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