What do you think?
Rate this book
Daisy Creek Brides #5
Secretive Mail-Order Bride and the Horse Breeder
How could she ever marry if it wasn’t for true love?
Although the belle of the season with several suitors all vying for her hand in marriage, Samantha is restless.
Caught between her parents' expectations and her own desire to marry for love, Samantha finds solace caring for her family’s horses, her one true passion.
That is, until she finds an advertisement in the newspaper for a mail-order bride from a horse breeder out west.
All her stars seem to align with the prospect of spending her life helping this man tend his horses, and Samantha replies to the advert with a hopeful heart -- neglecting to mention her status as the daughter from a wealthy family, and writing instead as a farmer’s daughter.
Roy is a country man, born and raised on a ranch like his father. Horse breeding is in his blood, and Roy knows that he needs to find a wife that suits his lifestyle.
After the many replies to his advertisement for a mail-order-bride fail to turn up any suitable candidates, it isn’t until Roy receives Samantha’s letters that he begins to think he may have found his perfect match.
But when his future bride finally arrives, Roy quickly realises that although she is breathtakingly beautiful, Samantha clearly isn’t the country-born lass she painted herself as in her letters.
It is only when he sees her connection to his horses that Roy considers there may be more to this beauty than he originally assumed.
Whilst for Samantha, there is nowhere else she would rather be than with Roy on his ranch… but will she be able to convince him to let her stay?
Secretive Mail-Order Bride and the Horse Breeder is a passionate story about love and following one's heart. Will Samantha find the sort of love she has always longed for? Or will she miss her chance before it has even begun?
Although the belle of the season with several suitors all vying for her hand in marriage, Samantha is restless.
Caught between her parents' expectations and her own desire to marry for love, Samantha finds solace caring for her family’s horses, her one true passion.
That is, until she finds an advertisement in the newspaper for a mail-order bride from a horse breeder out west.
All her stars seem to align with the prospect of spending her life helping this man tend his horses, and Samantha replies to the advert with a hopeful heart -- neglecting to mention her status as the daughter from a wealthy family, and writing instead as a farmer’s daughter.
Roy is a country man, born and raised on a ranch like his father. Horse breeding is in his blood, and Roy knows that he needs to find a wife that suits his lifestyle.
After the many replies to his advertisement for a mail-order-bride fail to turn up any suitable candidates, it isn’t until Roy receives Samantha’s letters that he begins to think he may have found his perfect match.
But when his future bride finally arrives, Roy quickly realises that although she is breathtakingly beautiful, Samantha clearly isn’t the country-born lass she painted herself as in her letters.
It is only when he sees her connection to his horses that Roy considers there may be more to this beauty than he originally assumed.
Whilst for Samantha, there is nowhere else she would rather be than with Roy on his ranch… but will she be able to convince him to let her stay?
Secretive Mail-Order Bride and the Horse Breeder is a passionate story about love and following one's heart. Will Samantha find the sort of love she has always longed for? Or will she miss her chance before it has even begun?
160 pages, Kindle Edition
Published April 26, 2021
264 people are currently reading
50 people want to read
About the author
Amelia Rose
101 books166 followersI am a shameless romance addict with no intentions of ever kicking the habit. Growing up I dreamed of entertaining people and taking them on fantastical journeys with my acting abilities, until I came to the realization as a college sophomore that I had none to speak of. Another ten years would pass before I discovered a different means to accomplishing the same dream: writing stories of love and passion for addicts just like me.I have always loved romance stories and I try to tie all the elements I like about them into my writing.
Ratings & Reviews
Friends & Following
Create a free account to discover what your friends think of this book!
Community Reviews
Displaying 1 - 30 of 48 reviews
August 29, 2022
Sweet characters and great story. This one gas a good bit of suspense that helped more the plot along. However, the verbiage is entirely too modern. Instead of bathing, they have showers! Showers were not prevalent in this time period! Also the heroine had the thought of not giving into the negative feedback, certainly not used in the later part of the 19th century. I’m truly not nitpicking, but these issues are glaring to me and pulled me out of what is a delightful tale. A good content editor would help tremendously. Happy reading!
April 30, 2021
Thank you to the writer for a copy of the ARC for review.
Sweet, slow developing romance with warm characters & a good story.
Another great addition to the Daisy Creek Bride series.
Sweet, slow developing romance with warm characters & a good story.
Another great addition to the Daisy Creek Bride series.
April 30, 2021
🐎🐎ONE ENTHRALLING ADVENTURE🐎🐎
Vicious vipers val! Amelia serves up one incredibly tumultuous, delightfully delectable, incredibly tantalizing, skillfully compelling, rock-my-world tsunami, dishing out some harsh facts, frightening lessons and relentless drive, putting our characters through their paces testing them in ways they could have never envisioned, blasting this bad boy to staggering heights. A churning vortex brimming with riveting drama, gripping intrigue, underlying threats, callous tactics, brutal truths, spiraling danger, electrifying suspense and unnerving situations ensue, futures are forged and battle lines are drawn, reaching deep for every fiber of strength in a fierce surge of determination, melding this gem together seamlessly. Stunning occurrences and unexpected events blazes exhibiting the soaring ups and agonizing downs, breathtaking in it's simplicity and beautiful in it's depth, mindful of the arduous struggles and challenging triumphs while cognizant of the perilous twists and wicked turns unfolding, secrets are shared and revelations are disclosed attentive to mischievous quirks and defying bents, kicking this baby into a tailspin with mind-blowing results, blasting this jewel to life flawlessly. The characters, banter, dialogue, interactions and charged atmosphere along with relatable qualities and individual traits, blend and flow, adding depth and diversity, transforming into outstanding personalities. The scenes are abundantly descriptive with colorful details that blend and flow, creating a majestic backdrop that's so rich and lively it feels as though you're part of the story instead of on the sidelines, feeling everything the characters feel. Exceptional job Amelia, thanks for sharing this awesome little gem with us.
Vicious vipers val! Amelia serves up one incredibly tumultuous, delightfully delectable, incredibly tantalizing, skillfully compelling, rock-my-world tsunami, dishing out some harsh facts, frightening lessons and relentless drive, putting our characters through their paces testing them in ways they could have never envisioned, blasting this bad boy to staggering heights. A churning vortex brimming with riveting drama, gripping intrigue, underlying threats, callous tactics, brutal truths, spiraling danger, electrifying suspense and unnerving situations ensue, futures are forged and battle lines are drawn, reaching deep for every fiber of strength in a fierce surge of determination, melding this gem together seamlessly. Stunning occurrences and unexpected events blazes exhibiting the soaring ups and agonizing downs, breathtaking in it's simplicity and beautiful in it's depth, mindful of the arduous struggles and challenging triumphs while cognizant of the perilous twists and wicked turns unfolding, secrets are shared and revelations are disclosed attentive to mischievous quirks and defying bents, kicking this baby into a tailspin with mind-blowing results, blasting this jewel to life flawlessly. The characters, banter, dialogue, interactions and charged atmosphere along with relatable qualities and individual traits, blend and flow, adding depth and diversity, transforming into outstanding personalities. The scenes are abundantly descriptive with colorful details that blend and flow, creating a majestic backdrop that's so rich and lively it feels as though you're part of the story instead of on the sidelines, feeling everything the characters feel. Exceptional job Amelia, thanks for sharing this awesome little gem with us.
April 28, 2021
I received this ebook ARC from the author on the condition that I write an honest review.
Once again, the reader is transported to the beautiful town of Daisy Creek to meet another resident and his mail order bride.
The horse breeder, Roy, and his two younger brothers, live on the ranch that they inherited from their parents. He decides to place an ad for a mail order bride. The ad is answered by Samantha, the daughter of a wealthy businessman. She feels unhappy about the pressure that her parents are putting on her, to marry a wealthy man. She hates the endless parties, and the men attempting to win her hand in marriage. Her only happiness is found in her love of riding the family horses.
Samantha tells her parents that she has found her own future husband, thru the mail order ad in the newspaper. They get angry, and she escapes to Daisy Creek, to meet Roy. There is an attraction between them, but Roy does not trust her. Eventually she begins working on the ranch, to prove her dedication to the horses. An incident occurs on the ranch, and Roy realizes that he has fallen in love with her. After the incident, they accept each other’s feelings, and they marry. The epilogue does a beautiful job of closing out the story.
I’ve read several books written by Amelia Rose, and have loved each one. Her description of the scenes, and hardships of the time are always on point and interesting.
Once again, the reader is transported to the beautiful town of Daisy Creek to meet another resident and his mail order bride.
The horse breeder, Roy, and his two younger brothers, live on the ranch that they inherited from their parents. He decides to place an ad for a mail order bride. The ad is answered by Samantha, the daughter of a wealthy businessman. She feels unhappy about the pressure that her parents are putting on her, to marry a wealthy man. She hates the endless parties, and the men attempting to win her hand in marriage. Her only happiness is found in her love of riding the family horses.
Samantha tells her parents that she has found her own future husband, thru the mail order ad in the newspaper. They get angry, and she escapes to Daisy Creek, to meet Roy. There is an attraction between them, but Roy does not trust her. Eventually she begins working on the ranch, to prove her dedication to the horses. An incident occurs on the ranch, and Roy realizes that he has fallen in love with her. After the incident, they accept each other’s feelings, and they marry. The epilogue does a beautiful job of closing out the story.
I’ve read several books written by Amelia Rose, and have loved each one. Her description of the scenes, and hardships of the time are always on point and interesting.
May 12, 2021
Whats a gal to do when you know the person your parents want yous to marry is mean? You become a mail order bride.
Samantha is a strong willed woman and very unique for her era. She loves horses so she decides to write a horse breeder named Roy.
Roy lives on the ranch his parents left him with his two younger brothers. He makes a living breeding horses and owns his own horse breeding business.
Samantha takes off to Daisy Creek when she makes her father angry by refusing to marry the man of society he has picked for her. She meets Roy. Roy does not trust her because she lied about her family. Can they find love with each other? Will Roy let her stay a become a groomsman? Grab the book to find out.
receive complimentary books for review from publishers, publicists, and/or authors. I am not required to write positive reviews. The opinions I have expressed are my own. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission's 16 CFR, Part 255
Samantha is a strong willed woman and very unique for her era. She loves horses so she decides to write a horse breeder named Roy.
Roy lives on the ranch his parents left him with his two younger brothers. He makes a living breeding horses and owns his own horse breeding business.
Samantha takes off to Daisy Creek when she makes her father angry by refusing to marry the man of society he has picked for her. She meets Roy. Roy does not trust her because she lied about her family. Can they find love with each other? Will Roy let her stay a become a groomsman? Grab the book to find out.
receive complimentary books for review from publishers, publicists, and/or authors. I am not required to write positive reviews. The opinions I have expressed are my own. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission's 16 CFR, Part 255
June 15, 2021
3 1/2 stars.
Sweet story that will be especially enjoyed by those who don't like a lot of conflict. The conflict was short and resolved quickly. I liked the story and the characters, but I thought the main characters could have used a few more flaws. Samantha, especially, was a little too perfect in my opinion. Always cheerful and hardworking...but overall a good read.
“Sure. I’ll have you start bright and early in the morning. I’ll have my younger brother Conner put you through the tasks of all the other grooms,” Roy said. He was even more surprised when she smiled brightly, as though he’d just proposed.
Sweet story that will be especially enjoyed by those who don't like a lot of conflict. The conflict was short and resolved quickly. I liked the story and the characters, but I thought the main characters could have used a few more flaws. Samantha, especially, was a little too perfect in my opinion. Always cheerful and hardworking...but overall a good read.
“Sure. I’ll have you start bright and early in the morning. I’ll have my younger brother Conner put you through the tasks of all the other grooms,” Roy said. He was even more surprised when she smiled brightly, as though he’d just proposed.
September 8, 2021
Samantha and Roy 💞
Sweet and fun story! Samantha is a Boston debutant that only wants to be with the horses that her father owns. She despises balls and societies rules. Unfortunately, her parents want her to marry well, and the man they have picked makes her skin crawl. She needs to leave Boston quickly!
Roy and his two brothers own a horse breeding ranch in Nebraska. Roy has been lonely for a long time and has come to realize that with no available single women, he needs to advertise for a mail order bride. He starts writing to Samantha thinking she is a farmers daughter.
Imagine his surprise when Samantha arrives and he sees she is anything but…
Sweet and fun story! Samantha is a Boston debutant that only wants to be with the horses that her father owns. She despises balls and societies rules. Unfortunately, her parents want her to marry well, and the man they have picked makes her skin crawl. She needs to leave Boston quickly!
Roy and his two brothers own a horse breeding ranch in Nebraska. Roy has been lonely for a long time and has come to realize that with no available single women, he needs to advertise for a mail order bride. He starts writing to Samantha thinking she is a farmers daughter.
Imagine his surprise when Samantha arrives and he sees she is anything but…
April 29, 2021
While this book may be book five of a series, it is definitely able to be read as a standalone. The character information is handled so that you are able to follow along without worry. The story introduces the reader to two very different lifestyles with just the right amount of description to not overwhelm the reader with useless or repetitive information. I especially enjoyed the letter writing aspect to introduce the characters. Overall well done. I will definitely read more by this author in the future.
April 29, 2021
Yet another great addition to this series, though each book doesn't depend on the other, it is great to continue to have characters from the previous books included in each story. I love how this author introduces the characters, especially the mail order brides. You really get to know the character before they arrive in the western city. I, myself, love horses so this was a real treat to have the groom and his brothers raising and working with the horses. Great characters and love the interaction with the town people.
I received this book as an ARC member and this is my honest review.
I received this book as an ARC member and this is my honest review.
May 1, 2021
Enjoyable!
Samantha is secretive by nature as can clearly be seen right until the very end of this story. Not only that, but she is a hard worker and very happy to try and fit in with the new people in her life.
Roy is a ranch owner who has decided that he would like to have a wife and they begin corresponding.
The characters are easy to relate to and are quite endearing.
Much happens between the beginning and the ending of this book which is very nicely written. It is fast paced, enjoyable, interesting and can easily be read as a stand-alone.
My voluntary review above is written after reading an Advance Reader Copy (ARC) of the book and is based on my thoughts and ideas about it.
Samantha is secretive by nature as can clearly be seen right until the very end of this story. Not only that, but she is a hard worker and very happy to try and fit in with the new people in her life.
Roy is a ranch owner who has decided that he would like to have a wife and they begin corresponding.
The characters are easy to relate to and are quite endearing.
Much happens between the beginning and the ending of this book which is very nicely written. It is fast paced, enjoyable, interesting and can easily be read as a stand-alone.
My voluntary review above is written after reading an Advance Reader Copy (ARC) of the book and is based on my thoughts and ideas about it.
June 12, 2021
This is another great book by Amelia Rose set in Daisy Creek. Doesn't the name just sound wonderful...Daisy Creek. Samantha is a complex character for sure. I LOVE her. The entire story is wonderful. The characters, storyline, plot, everything is great.
You can read this alone. It is in a series ( I love a series ), but you can read it alone, but I think you will get more out of it reading it in order. My opinion.
You can read this alone. It is in a series ( I love a series ), but you can read it alone, but I think you will get more out of it reading it in order. My opinion.
August 20, 2021
Follow your dream
Wonderful story about Samantha who had a dream of working with horses. Resisting the plans of her wealthy parents to wed a suitable wealthy of their choosing, Samantha answers an ad from a horse rancher and breeder in Daisy Creek, Nebraska. You'll enjoy reading how this remarkable woman defies convention to proof herself as a qualified groomswoman, then woman horse racer, only to save expensive horses from a burning barn, and more!
Wonderful story about Samantha who had a dream of working with horses. Resisting the plans of her wealthy parents to wed a suitable wealthy of their choosing, Samantha answers an ad from a horse rancher and breeder in Daisy Creek, Nebraska. You'll enjoy reading how this remarkable woman defies convention to proof herself as a qualified groomswoman, then woman horse racer, only to save expensive horses from a burning barn, and more!
May 2, 2021
I would have loved to have been there the first time Samantha rode out dressed in her trousers and riding her horse perfectly. She was perfect for Roy, he just had to get off his high horse (pun intended). I love visiting with our friends in Daisy Creek. Now I just have to wait for Conner and Billie’s stories to get written.
May 5, 2021
An arranged marriage to a man of society she doesn't feel comfortable with? No, not for Samantha! While Roy, has no single women to even have a possibility of a relationship. Their story is an good one. Good and interesting characters, especially in the West! The mystery happened too quickly and out of left field. Enjoyed this book. 3 1/2 stars.
May 5, 2021
I am never disappointed when reading a book from this author. This was another endearing book in this series. I cannot wait to read more. There was a rocky start to this happy ending, but it just made the blooming romance and challenge of trust better. I was drawn into their adventure that came with a bit a mail-biting action. Roy and Samantha definitely stole my heart. Book gifted to me.
May 26, 2021
Very enjoyable
I loved the characters in this book Samantha is a well bred young woman with a mind of her own who knows exactly what she wants out of life. she won’t let anything stand in her way of accomplishing her dreams. How she goes about it and all that ensues makes this a fun book to read
I loved the characters in this book Samantha is a well bred young woman with a mind of her own who knows exactly what she wants out of life. she won’t let anything stand in her way of accomplishing her dreams. How she goes about it and all that ensues makes this a fun book to read
July 27, 2021
This is the fifth book in the Daisy Creek Brides Series, a Mail-Order Bride Romance. This is a great Series of standalone books. Samantha and Roy's story is sweet and clean. The characters are great and interesting. I liked Samantha. She is smart, strong, and determined. The storyline has a little suspense. Gina Dobbs did a good job with the narration.
September 10, 2021
The Horsewoman.
This the my favorite in this series so far. I have always loved horses and riding. Samantha ran away from her family that wanted her to marry for money not love. She answered Roy’s ad seeking a mail order bride but not a rich girl that didn’t know how to do anything. He also wasn’t trying to find another stable hand. BOY was he in for a surprise . Jo
This the my favorite in this series so far. I have always loved horses and riding. Samantha ran away from her family that wanted her to marry for money not love. She answered Roy’s ad seeking a mail order bride but not a rich girl that didn’t know how to do anything. He also wasn’t trying to find another stable hand. BOY was he in for a surprise . Jo
February 14, 2023
Another good one in a good series.
I read Secretive Mail-Order Bride and the Horsr Breeder by Amelia Rose through the kindle Unlimited program. I loved Samantha, head strong, knew exactly what she wanted and did what she had to, to get it. It takes a strong, confidence man to be with a woman like her and Roy had it in spades. This is my favorite couple do far in this series.
I read Secretive Mail-Order Bride and the Horsr Breeder by Amelia Rose through the kindle Unlimited program. I loved Samantha, head strong, knew exactly what she wanted and did what she had to, to get it. It takes a strong, confidence man to be with a woman like her and Roy had it in spades. This is my favorite couple do far in this series.
October 11, 2025
Secretive Mail-Order Bride and the Horse Breeder
A delightful story of a very headstrong young lady who did not want anyone telling her what to do. Roy Fox met his match when he placed an ad for a mail-order bride. I loved their chemistry and their love of horses. They got their HEA.
A delightful story of a very headstrong young lady who did not want anyone telling her what to do. Roy Fox met his match when he placed an ad for a mail-order bride. I loved their chemistry and their love of horses. They got their HEA.
Read
May 2, 2021Sweet, clean romance with enough suspense to keep your attention. Character growth throughout the story strengthens the bond of family and community. Romance between H and h grows believably. Enjoyable. I received an ARC in return for my honest review.
Read
May 8, 2021Secretive Mail Order Bride and the Horse Breeder Inspirational Western Mail Order Bride
A very good story about a young woman that is a mail order bride finding love and happiness with a horse breeder
A very good story about a young woman that is a mail order bride finding love and happiness with a horse breeder
May 11, 2021
I am certain I don’t want to marry him
He just keeps showing up and he’s very forward with me. He says crude things and now he’s convinced I will be his wife.... most definitely not!
He just keeps showing up and he’s very forward with me. He says crude things and now he’s convinced I will be his wife.... most definitely not!
May 22, 2021
Good story!
An exciting Mail order bride book with lots of horses! Something I could definitely identify with at a you g age! Loved the spunk and determination of the main character! Great read!
An exciting Mail order bride book with lots of horses! Something I could definitely identify with at a you g age! Loved the spunk and determination of the main character! Great read!
July 9, 2021
Some things are getting repetitive. The way they complain about the advertisements and responses. The reasons for a wealthy woman to move West. But this is the first debutante that I've read about who loves horses so much. I enjoyed this wild yet refined lady and her search for love!
July 27, 2021
Knowing her path
Samantha may be born into high society but knew the restrictive system was not for her. Following her heart leads her to Roy and a fulfilling life, with a few bumps along the way.
Samantha may be born into high society but knew the restrictive system was not for her. Following her heart leads her to Roy and a fulfilling life, with a few bumps along the way.
November 4, 2021
This is a keeper for me
I grew up with several brothers These three brothers treated her well and more like the sister they didn’t have. I worried from the beginning one of the other brothers would fall for her and cause serious problems. All’s well that ends well
I grew up with several brothers These three brothers treated her well and more like the sister they didn’t have. I worried from the beginning one of the other brothers would fall for her and cause serious problems. All’s well that ends well
November 20, 2021
A great book. You must read it all
Roy only wanted to write letters so he could get to know more about the woman. But when her father tried to make her marry a man, that she didn't love, she ran to Roy. Can love
come to them.
Roy only wanted to write letters so he could get to know more about the woman. But when her father tried to make her marry a man, that she didn't love, she ran to Roy. Can love
come to them.
December 21, 2021
Great story
Wonderful story with many twists and turns. Plenty of excitement, suspense, danger, New ideas and lots of love. I would recommend this to everyone who enjoys a wonderful story.
Wonderful story with many twists and turns. Plenty of excitement, suspense, danger, New ideas and lots of love. I would recommend this to everyone who enjoys a wonderful story.
August 12, 2022
Horse Crazy City Girl Answers Breeder's Ad
A horse crazy Boston heiress answers a wife ad from a Nebraska horse breeder, but lies about her wealth; in the clean, lightly Christian, mail-order bride story.
A horse crazy Boston heiress answers a wife ad from a Nebraska horse breeder, but lies about her wealth; in the clean, lightly Christian, mail-order bride story.
Displaying 1 - 30 of 48 reviews