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Tess
A betrayal...a secret baby….an unknown imposter…will Tess survive the wagon train journey to Sunset Hills, Oregon after her life is threatened? And if so, what will she do once she gets there?
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1855. Independence, Missouri. Tess Findlay can’t wait to be reunited with her beau who went out west three months ago to mine for gold, saying he’d send for her once he’d gotten established. Even though she hasn’t heard from him she’s discovered she’s with child and decides to join a wagon train to travel to Oregon to surprise him with the news. When a band of robbers holds up the caravan, Tess is shocked to recognize her beau as one of the outlaws. He warns her that someone on the wagon train isn’t who they seem but before he can reveal the person’s identity he is killed in a gunfight. Who can Tess trust? She is drawn to widowed physician Garrett Kincaid but fears for her life and that of her unborn child. Besides, what man would ever want a woman who is carrying another man’s baby?
Garrett Kincaid is looking forward to bringing his youngest nephew, Jacob, to join his sister and brother-in-law in their new home of Sunset Hills, OR. His sister begged him to care for her young son until the rest of the family got settled. The time is right for them to make the journey west. There is nothing left in Kansas now for Garrett, anyway, not since his wife died of typhoid fever. He’s always wanted to start his own medical clinic, and Sunset Hill seems like the perfect place. However, after the wagon train is robbed, Garrett realizes he will have to do everything in his power to help the group arrive safely. When Jacob befriends a beautiful young woman, Garrett can’t help but wonder why she is traveling alone. Can he discover her secrets without scaring her away? And he is ready to love again?
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1855. Independence, Missouri. Tess Findlay can’t wait to be reunited with her beau who went out west three months ago to mine for gold, saying he’d send for her once he’d gotten established. Even though she hasn’t heard from him she’s discovered she’s with child and decides to join a wagon train to travel to Oregon to surprise him with the news. When a band of robbers holds up the caravan, Tess is shocked to recognize her beau as one of the outlaws. He warns her that someone on the wagon train isn’t who they seem but before he can reveal the person’s identity he is killed in a gunfight. Who can Tess trust? She is drawn to widowed physician Garrett Kincaid but fears for her life and that of her unborn child. Besides, what man would ever want a woman who is carrying another man’s baby?
Garrett Kincaid is looking forward to bringing his youngest nephew, Jacob, to join his sister and brother-in-law in their new home of Sunset Hills, OR. His sister begged him to care for her young son until the rest of the family got settled. The time is right for them to make the journey west. There is nothing left in Kansas now for Garrett, anyway, not since his wife died of typhoid fever. He’s always wanted to start his own medical clinic, and Sunset Hill seems like the perfect place. However, after the wagon train is robbed, Garrett realizes he will have to do everything in his power to help the group arrive safely. When Jacob befriends a beautiful young woman, Garrett can’t help but wonder why she is traveling alone. Can he discover her secrets without scaring her away? And he is ready to love again?
158 pages, Kindle Edition
Published May 4, 2021
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Annee Jones
163 books561 followersInternational bestselling author Annee Jones writes romance that ranges from sweet to scorching, sassy to dark, contemporary to fantastical. Perfect for your coffee break or midnight escape—quick reads for wild hearts.
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May 16, 2021
The author has written a sweet and heartwarming story of disappointment, danger and romance. This is Tess Findley and Garrett Kincaid's story. Tess had a beau who left to travel west to work in the gold fields promising to send for her. When Tess discovers she is pregnant, she decides to join a wagon train and travel west to surprise her beau. Unfortunately, things do not go as planned. Garrett is a widowed physician who is taking his nephew Jacob west to be reunited with his parents and plans to open his medical office. When Jacob becomes attached to a beautiful young woman named Tess, Garrett wonders why she is traveling alone. Then danger strikes. Will Garrett be able to keep Tess safe? Will Garrett be able to put aside his love and memories of his wife who died of typhoid fever and allow himself to fall in love again? Be sure to read this short but great story. I know you will enjoy it.
May 24, 2021
What a great faith filled story! One of mistakes made in the past are forgiven, with the study of the Lords book. A wagon train and the friendships made on it to find out they are going to the same town so will be neighbors as well.
No sexual references or language so I can recommend this to anyone who wants a good clean book. ( it does talk about sex out of wedlock, and getting pregnant by it. So if you are previewing this for your advanced reading teen I’ll leave it up to you as if you think that is something you want them to know about. But the story comes to face that issue and talks of God and forgiveness etc. so the author faces the issue and make it right.)
This is book 9 in this series but you don’t have to read these in order ( I didn’t) you won’t miss anything by reading them independently.
You won’t regret the time you spend on this uplifting and good book.
No sexual references or language so I can recommend this to anyone who wants a good clean book. ( it does talk about sex out of wedlock, and getting pregnant by it. So if you are previewing this for your advanced reading teen I’ll leave it up to you as if you think that is something you want them to know about. But the story comes to face that issue and talks of God and forgiveness etc. so the author faces the issue and make it right.)
This is book 9 in this series but you don’t have to read these in order ( I didn’t) you won’t miss anything by reading them independently.
You won’t regret the time you spend on this uplifting and good book.
May 6, 2021
Tess and Garrett 💞
Sweet story of a young lady who thought she knew true love in her beau, Dirk. Unfortunately, she is now with child and he is on the opposite end of the country. Tess ends up on a wagon train to try and find him so they can marry. Circumstances don’t work out that way, but in the meantime, she comes to faith in Jesus and finds love in a man named Garrett.
I loved the story, except on two points. ** Possible Spoilers **
If Drusilla (hated her!) reminded Garrett of his deceased wife with her mean temperament, why was he so wrapped up in her for so much of the trip? Especially how she treated the children she was nanny to?
And secondly, this was way too short! But a great story 😊
Sweet story of a young lady who thought she knew true love in her beau, Dirk. Unfortunately, she is now with child and he is on the opposite end of the country. Tess ends up on a wagon train to try and find him so they can marry. Circumstances don’t work out that way, but in the meantime, she comes to faith in Jesus and finds love in a man named Garrett.
I loved the story, except on two points. ** Possible Spoilers **
If Drusilla (hated her!) reminded Garrett of his deceased wife with her mean temperament, why was he so wrapped up in her for so much of the trip? Especially how she treated the children she was nanny to?
And secondly, this was way too short! But a great story 😊
May 10, 2021
Enjoyable
This is an enjoyable short read about Tess and Garret. Tess has a beau who is leaving for the gold mines to make his fortune. He said he would send for her. Tess finds she is with child and has decided to follow him West so they can be a happy family. Tess becomes a travelling companion for two sisters. Garrett is travelling West to take his nephew to his parents in Oregon. Garrett meets Tess on the wagon train. The train is robbed by a gang and the secrets come out then.
This is an enjoyable short read about Tess and Garret. Tess has a beau who is leaving for the gold mines to make his fortune. He said he would send for her. Tess finds she is with child and has decided to follow him West so they can be a happy family. Tess becomes a travelling companion for two sisters. Garrett is travelling West to take his nephew to his parents in Oregon. Garrett meets Tess on the wagon train. The train is robbed by a gang and the secrets come out then.
September 20, 2021
Sometimes our actions lead us on a path that we didn't expect and we learn that we need to rely on our faith. Tess Findlay finds herself on the trail to the west heading for Oregon in search of a man she feels loves her so she can tell him she's about to have their baby. Garrett Kincaid is bringing his nephew west to Oregon to his parents when he encounters Tess and they strike up a friendship along the trail. This is a sweet historical romance filled with faith, friendship, and love.
June 26, 2022
The author didn't just create characters that were adorable and sweet, they created a community I was eager to become a part of, not to mention you will fall head over heels for Garrett right along with Tess.
This is a low angst, all-round heartwarming tale with plenty of action and a underlying theme of the time period. It's about family, friends, undeniable connections and most importantly love.
This is a low angst, all-round heartwarming tale with plenty of action and a underlying theme of the time period. It's about family, friends, undeniable connections and most importantly love.
April 17, 2024
Christian Historical Romance
First off, I HATED the narration. This was my first virtual voice narration, and it will be my last! Talk about monotone! The cadence was missing, and there was no variation between characters, it was horrible.
But, the story was very interesting! I'm glad the characters grew closer to God and redemption was interwoven all through the story, even if some chose not to take hold of it!
First off, I HATED the narration. This was my first virtual voice narration, and it will be my last! Talk about monotone! The cadence was missing, and there was no variation between characters, it was horrible.
But, the story was very interesting! I'm glad the characters grew closer to God and redemption was interwoven all through the story, even if some chose not to take hold of it!
May 21, 2021
A wagon train west, a chance to find her.love?
A unexpected baby , a beau who breaks her heart.
A life threatened by a jealous lover .
A sweet, wonderful story of what love really means.
A unexpected baby , a beau who breaks her heart.
A life threatened by a jealous lover .
A sweet, wonderful story of what love really means.
October 12, 2021
Innocent!
This story makes a complaint to Lemon Pie by Lucinda! This story of a naive young girl, innocence lost and an unexpected adventure of love, lose, and true love! Great story, must read the series!
This story makes a complaint to Lemon Pie by Lucinda! This story of a naive young girl, innocence lost and an unexpected adventure of love, lose, and true love! Great story, must read the series!
April 11, 2022
Tess
A wonderful book that I enjoyed very much. Filled with faith, love and danger on the Oregon trail. A sweet heartwarming story with great characters and plot. If you enjoy historical western romance, you will want to read this.
A wonderful book that I enjoyed very much. Filled with faith, love and danger on the Oregon trail. A sweet heartwarming story with great characters and plot. If you enjoy historical western romance, you will want to read this.
May 13, 2022
This book had way more than only one sweet moment, it was full of them.
This was a charming story that swept me away to a different time.
I liked both Tess and Garrett individually, but I loved their connection even more. Their journey was wonderful to read about, FEEL GOOD.
This was a charming story that swept me away to a different time.
I liked both Tess and Garrett individually, but I loved their connection even more. Their journey was wonderful to read about, FEEL GOOD.
June 24, 2022
Annee Jones brings wonderful leads. Tess is no different, she is a remarkable woman.
I loved the historical elements, her attention to detail takes you back to that time, you can picture it.
There is action, sadness, adventure and some romance along the way.
I loved the historical elements, her attention to detail takes you back to that time, you can picture it.
There is action, sadness, adventure and some romance along the way.
September 23, 2021
Finding Jesus
I enjoyed this book very much . TESS PRAIRIE ROSE COLLECTION BOOK 9. BY ANNEE JONES . I recommended teens and up .
I enjoyed this book very much . TESS PRAIRIE ROSE COLLECTION BOOK 9. BY ANNEE JONES . I recommended teens and up .
April 13, 2022
Tess
Wagon trains youngsters and lots of people are faced by a young woman heading to Oregon to find her beau. Twists and turns change her path and are told in her diary.
Wagon trains youngsters and lots of people are faced by a young woman heading to Oregon to find her beau. Twists and turns change her path and are told in her diary.
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