What do you think?
Rate this book
Daisy Creek Brides #8
Indian Mail Order Bride and the Blacksmith
If she was ever to take a chance on love, it’s now or never.
As a woman of the Lakota Indian tribe, Macha has often been encouraged to mingle with the townsfolk of Daisy Creek.
That was how she came to know Mr. Dennis Forks, the town's new blacksmith who settled in Daisy Creek some months ago.
Ever since she first saw him, Macha has found herself drawn to Dennis. Fascinated by his intriguing trade and attractive appearance, though her shy nature has kept her at a distance till now.
But then Macha learns that Dennis has advertised for a mail-order bride.
Suddenly the chance to become closer to this burly blacksmith is slipping through her fingers, and so Macha takes the leap and replies to his advertisement—writing as a fictitious woman living in Nebraska.
After receiving many replies to his advertisement for a mail-order bride, Dennis is moved by the letters sent from ‘Aurora Thompson’.
As their correspondence leads to them growing closer by the day, Macha soon realises that she must find a way to come clean to Dennis about her identity.
But will he ever forgive her for misleading him?
And what will he think of the woman he has already begun to fall in love with?
Indian Mail Order Bride and the Blacksmith is an uplifting tale of love and fighting for what you want. Will Macha find a way to keep Dennis’ love, once he learns the truth of who she really is? Or will her deception prove to be too great an obstacle for them to overcome?
As a woman of the Lakota Indian tribe, Macha has often been encouraged to mingle with the townsfolk of Daisy Creek.
That was how she came to know Mr. Dennis Forks, the town's new blacksmith who settled in Daisy Creek some months ago.
Ever since she first saw him, Macha has found herself drawn to Dennis. Fascinated by his intriguing trade and attractive appearance, though her shy nature has kept her at a distance till now.
But then Macha learns that Dennis has advertised for a mail-order bride.
Suddenly the chance to become closer to this burly blacksmith is slipping through her fingers, and so Macha takes the leap and replies to his advertisement—writing as a fictitious woman living in Nebraska.
After receiving many replies to his advertisement for a mail-order bride, Dennis is moved by the letters sent from ‘Aurora Thompson’.
As their correspondence leads to them growing closer by the day, Macha soon realises that she must find a way to come clean to Dennis about her identity.
But will he ever forgive her for misleading him?
And what will he think of the woman he has already begun to fall in love with?
Indian Mail Order Bride and the Blacksmith is an uplifting tale of love and fighting for what you want. Will Macha find a way to keep Dennis’ love, once he learns the truth of who she really is? Or will her deception prove to be too great an obstacle for them to overcome?
159 pages, Kindle Edition
First published June 20, 2021
217 people are currently reading
63 people want to read
About the author
Amelia Rose
101 books167 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 62 reviews
August 11, 2021
I've only read one other mail order bride books by Amelia Rose, however this story of "Indian Mail Order Bride and the Blacksmith" was quite an enjoyable and comfy story to this reader. This is the first time I've read a story where the bride was Native American. The story is about Dennis who is a new blacksmith to Daisy Creek who decides to place a mail order bride ad because he has no family and is looking for companionship. Macha is a Lakota woman he travels to town with her mother to trade and is versed in English as it helps her mother communicate with the individuals that she does the trading. She watches Dennis and work he does and is interested. Later in the story they meeting and slowing build a relationship that leads to love.
This was such a nicely written clean historical romance that I truly enjoyed. Looking forward to completing the other books in this "Daisy Creek Brides" series.
This was such a nicely written clean historical romance that I truly enjoyed. Looking forward to completing the other books in this "Daisy Creek Brides" series.
June 28, 2021
Thank you to the writer for an advanced copy of the ARC for review.
Another great addition to Daisy Creek which keeps up the strength of this series. One thing I enjoy is that each book seamlessly introduces new characters as the town grows without losing the appearances of beloved characters. For exs., this book deals with Dennis who has recently located to Daisy Creek as the blacksmith. And while we've met several members of the Lakota tribe previously, Macha & her family were new characters.
Macha is a sweet girl who crushes on Dennis and is shy about speaking up. So this book had a different spin on the typical mail-order formula. Dennis posts an ad but Macha replies and they get to know each other through letters even though they live in the same community. Dennis & Macha have good chemistry. The romance develops slowly and at a realistic pace. I liked the relationship between Macha and her family. And while Dennis isn't the most extroverted person, I liked how he dealt with the other townsfolk.
And on a side note, I'm glad that Sam is now happily married. I know it's fiction...but for whatever reason, I became attached to that character & wanted his HEA. So while he didn't get his own book, I'm glad nonetheless. Thanks Amelia, Yippee!!!!
I look forward to more stories as the town grows and develops.
Another great addition to Daisy Creek which keeps up the strength of this series. One thing I enjoy is that each book seamlessly introduces new characters as the town grows without losing the appearances of beloved characters. For exs., this book deals with Dennis who has recently located to Daisy Creek as the blacksmith. And while we've met several members of the Lakota tribe previously, Macha & her family were new characters.
Macha is a sweet girl who crushes on Dennis and is shy about speaking up. So this book had a different spin on the typical mail-order formula. Dennis posts an ad but Macha replies and they get to know each other through letters even though they live in the same community. Dennis & Macha have good chemistry. The romance develops slowly and at a realistic pace. I liked the relationship between Macha and her family. And while Dennis isn't the most extroverted person, I liked how he dealt with the other townsfolk.
And on a side note, I'm glad that Sam is now happily married. I know it's fiction...but for whatever reason, I became attached to that character & wanted his HEA. So while he didn't get his own book, I'm glad nonetheless. Thanks Amelia, Yippee!!!!
I look forward to more stories as the town grows and develops.
March 21, 2023
4 1/2 stars
This is a lovely, sweet book about a mail order bride, but it has an interesting and entertaining twist: it’s about a young Lakota woman, Macha, and the new blacksmith in town, Dennis. Dennis is lonely now that he’s moved so far away from home. He decides to place an ad for a mail order bride. Sadly, the replies he receives don’t interest him, until he gets one that piques his interest.
Macha is of marriageable age, but she isn’t interested in the young Lakota man her parents wish her to marry. When she goes into town, she’s intrigued by the new man she sees there among the fire and metal. When she learns that he’s looking for a bride, she decides to write to him with the assistance of those more fluent in English, using a pseudonym and making up some details of her life . Her tribal chief has encouraged his people to mix with the white population in town, so there is no problem on that front.
Dennis is impressed with what he reads from the latest woman to write to him. But when he finds out that that woman is Lakota, he’s upset, and not convinced such a situation would work. He’s a thoughtful, caring man though, so he decides to give it a try.
Watching the romance between Dennis and Macha bloom was delightful. They could talk to each other and work through their problems. He comes to know her family and likes them. They like him as well. It’s a delightful, engaging tale.
I will say that there were a few things that came across as jarring and anachronistic, but they were easy enough to ignore. Despite them, I enjoyed listening to the audiobook version of this book. The narration was well-done, and the writing adept at telling this story.
I received a free code for the audiobook version of this story from the author. I thank her for her generosity, but it had no effect on this review. All opinions in this review reflect my true and honest reactions to reading this book.
This is a lovely, sweet book about a mail order bride, but it has an interesting and entertaining twist: it’s about a young Lakota woman, Macha, and the new blacksmith in town, Dennis. Dennis is lonely now that he’s moved so far away from home. He decides to place an ad for a mail order bride. Sadly, the replies he receives don’t interest him, until he gets one that piques his interest.
Macha is of marriageable age, but she isn’t interested in the young Lakota man her parents wish her to marry. When she goes into town, she’s intrigued by the new man she sees there among the fire and metal. When she learns that he’s looking for a bride, she decides to write to him with the assistance of those more fluent in English, using a pseudonym and making up some details of her life . Her tribal chief has encouraged his people to mix with the white population in town, so there is no problem on that front.
Dennis is impressed with what he reads from the latest woman to write to him. But when he finds out that that woman is Lakota, he’s upset, and not convinced such a situation would work. He’s a thoughtful, caring man though, so he decides to give it a try.
Watching the romance between Dennis and Macha bloom was delightful. They could talk to each other and work through their problems. He comes to know her family and likes them. They like him as well. It’s a delightful, engaging tale.
I will say that there were a few things that came across as jarring and anachronistic, but they were easy enough to ignore. Despite them, I enjoyed listening to the audiobook version of this book. The narration was well-done, and the writing adept at telling this story.
I received a free code for the audiobook version of this story from the author. I thank her for her generosity, but it had no effect on this review. All opinions in this review reflect my true and honest reactions to reading this book.
July 15, 2021
This is a sweet clean book.
Dennis is the new blacksmith in Daisy Creel. He has been there for a few months now. He misses his family so he decides to place an ad for a mail order bride. He is not finding any from the letters he gets.
Macha is a Lakota Indian woman. She goes to town with her mother to trade and to take English lessons. She sees the man who works with fire and wants to get to know more about him. One day she sees him in the saloon throwing letter in the fire so she ask someone what he is doing and is told. With the help of her English teacher she writes to him and learns more about him. She eventually tells him the truth when he wants to meet her. There is hurt feelings because of this.
Can they build a relationship with so many culture differences and with the trust issue? Grab your copy today and join in on the adventure.
I 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
Dennis is the new blacksmith in Daisy Creel. He has been there for a few months now. He misses his family so he decides to place an ad for a mail order bride. He is not finding any from the letters he gets.
Macha is a Lakota Indian woman. She goes to town with her mother to trade and to take English lessons. She sees the man who works with fire and wants to get to know more about him. One day she sees him in the saloon throwing letter in the fire so she ask someone what he is doing and is told. With the help of her English teacher she writes to him and learns more about him. She eventually tells him the truth when he wants to meet her. There is hurt feelings because of this.
Can they build a relationship with so many culture differences and with the trust issue? Grab your copy today and join in on the adventure.
I 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
July 13, 2021
Sweet Historical Romance
There were many things that made this book feel out of place with the series. Macha and her brother attending school in Daisy Creek for several years, and the names of the school teachers for one. School was not mentioned in the other books in this series. The growth in the town was all from new families built by mail order brides. The oldest child among them being barely school age. Yet it appears to have been only a few months since the book before this one, based on the age of the Doctor's daughter and the Saloon owners' son. The Blacksmith shouldn't have been in town for the horse races, (a couple of books ago) because the Mayor hadn't requested him till Heather made the suggestion to seek businesses to move there in the last book.
But despite these inconsistencies, I enjoyed the story.
There were many things that made this book feel out of place with the series. Macha and her brother attending school in Daisy Creek for several years, and the names of the school teachers for one. School was not mentioned in the other books in this series. The growth in the town was all from new families built by mail order brides. The oldest child among them being barely school age. Yet it appears to have been only a few months since the book before this one, based on the age of the Doctor's daughter and the Saloon owners' son. The Blacksmith shouldn't have been in town for the horse races, (a couple of books ago) because the Mayor hadn't requested him till Heather made the suggestion to seek businesses to move there in the last book.
But despite these inconsistencies, I enjoyed the story.
August 7, 2021
Cute story
Macha is a Lakota girl whose parents are pressuring her to marry. But she only has eyes for the handsome blacksmith in town. Dennis has left his home in Wyoming to start his very successful shop. But he’s lonely and misses his family. He takes out an ad for a mail order bride but the only letter he finds interesting is one that lives only a few miles away in Omaha. When Macha confesses that it’s her writing the letters because she was too shy to speak to him, at first he’s angry. But then he decides to see if they are really compatible.
Normally I don’t pay too much attention to the cover of the book, but I didn’t think that the model looked like a Native American, and she was dressed in white peoples clothes. It was the only thing I didn’t care for.
I enjoyed this book and would recommend it to everyone.
Macha is a Lakota girl whose parents are pressuring her to marry. But she only has eyes for the handsome blacksmith in town. Dennis has left his home in Wyoming to start his very successful shop. But he’s lonely and misses his family. He takes out an ad for a mail order bride but the only letter he finds interesting is one that lives only a few miles away in Omaha. When Macha confesses that it’s her writing the letters because she was too shy to speak to him, at first he’s angry. But then he decides to see if they are really compatible.
Normally I don’t pay too much attention to the cover of the book, but I didn’t think that the model looked like a Native American, and she was dressed in white peoples clothes. It was the only thing I didn’t care for.
I enjoyed this book and would recommend it to everyone.
June 22, 2021
First of all , you gotta love that this author gives you a list of characters and who they are. Love this. I wish all authors did this in their books.
Amelia Rose is a genius at creating wonderful, realistic characters that you fall in love with. These characters are well developed and complex
This story is great. Falling in love can get complicated in the best circumstances. However, falling in love with a person from a different culture in the 1800’s. Now that is something entirely different. I thought the story was perfect for this couple. There were a few twists that I didn’t see coming, which is always great.
I look forward to more of this series and revisiting all the characters of Daisy Creek
Amelia Rose is a genius at creating wonderful, realistic characters that you fall in love with. These characters are well developed and complex
This story is great. Falling in love can get complicated in the best circumstances. However, falling in love with a person from a different culture in the 1800’s. Now that is something entirely different. I thought the story was perfect for this couple. There were a few twists that I didn’t see coming, which is always great.
I look forward to more of this series and revisiting all the characters of Daisy Creek
June 22, 2021
The town is getting bigger. More people coming in and starting new life's in Daisy Creek. Dennis is the Blacksmith. He enjoys making new pieces in the forge. Doing horse shoes, nails, barrel rings is were he makes most of his money. Making new and different knifes and corners for houses and thing like that he enjoys the most. Macha is a lovely person who loves her family and likes helping all in her village. She is a very sweet person. All the children are starting to walk and learning to talk now. They grow up so fast. I can't wait to visit again soon. I received a complimentary review copy of the book and I am voluntarily leaving an honest review.
June 22, 2021
Well written, this is how I feel the world should be. This is about a frontier town that is trying to be a loving comfortable safe place, that includes everyone, including the Indian tribe that lives at the edge of town. Basically the story of a beautiful Indian girl who has a crush on the hunky blacksmith, and how they get to know each other, but also how the people mesh. She answers his mail order bride ad under a false name and city, then he answers, and she has to tell him she lied. He is from a large Italian family and misses having family around. She has a large Indian family, and he enjoys that. It is a good read.
June 23, 2021
I really enjoyed this new addition to the Daisy Creek series. Just a reminder that every book is a complete story on its own. I love to read a story that a lot of the characters are from previous books. This is about a local Indian girl that has had a crush on the new blacksmith that came to town the year before. The story is so well written and with a twist to it. Its so interesting that the writer comes up with these exciting twists in her stories. Its great how she mixes the town's people with the Indian tribe. Its exciting to see both cultures celebrate the different cultures together.
I received this as an ARC member and this is my honest review.
I received this as an ARC member and this is my honest review.
July 12, 2022
I'm really enjoying these light novels set in the American Wild West. They're great for getting out of a literary hangover and there's always a close-knit community where everyone helps each other. Here Macha is a Lakota Indian woman who falls in love with the small town blacksmith. Only she doesn't have the courage to approach, but when she learns that Dennis is determined to get married and that he has placed an ad for mail order brides, she creates a plan. She writes to him using a false name. He becomes interested and so she ends up confessing. At first he gets angry but then decides to give it a go. Then the romance takes off and they have to deal with cultural differences.
June 11, 2022
Enjoyable
I really liked this book. When Macha likes the blacksmith, it makes you wonder how this will ever work out. Her family are lovely people. All the main characters have great nature's and hearts. I enjoyed every minute of the story. Macha's fathers way of thanking the blacksmith for protecting his daughter made me laugh. I could just imagine it!! A good read, i would recommend it if you are looking for something a bit different.
I really liked this book. When Macha likes the blacksmith, it makes you wonder how this will ever work out. Her family are lovely people. All the main characters have great nature's and hearts. I enjoyed every minute of the story. Macha's fathers way of thanking the blacksmith for protecting his daughter made me laugh. I could just imagine it!! A good read, i would recommend it if you are looking for something a bit different.
June 22, 2021
Return to Daisy Creek. We get to revisit some of our favorite residents from previous books while also getting to know our new blacksmith. We also get to go more in depth to life in the Lakota tribes village and what family life is like. There’s some action and adventure, and a sweet romance with a HEA at the end to soften even the most hardened heart.
June 22, 2021
So Sweet!
A not so usual paring of a young Indian maiden, Macha and the new Blacksmith, Dennis Forkes. These are two of the loveliest characters and their story clearly showed the value of family.
It is nicely written and kept me reading.
My voluntary review above is written after reading an Advance Reader Copy (ARC) of the ebook.
A not so usual paring of a young Indian maiden, Macha and the new Blacksmith, Dennis Forkes. These are two of the loveliest characters and their story clearly showed the value of family.
It is nicely written and kept me reading.
My voluntary review above is written after reading an Advance Reader Copy (ARC) of the ebook.
June 24, 2021
I love that this book is well written. A small town where the Indian father's may choose their daughter's husband. When Macha finds out that the blacksmith sends out for a mail order bride she decides to answer the ad This is a book about how the people in town try to intregrate wirh the Indian tribe and how it works out. I received this book as a gift from Amelia Rose for an honest review.
June 27, 2021
Dennis and Macha’s story was so special. It was transcending and seeing Dennis’ good heart made this story. I always love a good series that lets you revisit the townsfolk in previous books. It’s nice to see what happens to them down the road, but even better if you miss a book and it’s not necessary to read each one separately. Once again this author didn’t disappoint. Book gifted to me.
June 30, 2021
It was so nice to visit Daisy Creek again. Amelia Rose brought the specialness of the town with its unique friendship between the town residents and the members of the nearby Lakota tribe to the forefront. The characters are well developed and you come away feeling like you know each of them. I enjoyed this story of a special relationship.
July 1, 2021
Uh oh, a major mistake! Macha is a Lakota maiden interested in white man, a blacksmith. She wasn't comfortable introducing herself to him. Finally finding a way they could become aquainted, she went for it! It might not have been her best decision!
Liked the story and the characters. The dialog wasn't smooth, however. I'd read more from the author.
Liked the story and the characters. The dialog wasn't smooth, however. I'd read more from the author.
July 29, 2021
Blacksmith Seems a Wife
Dennis thought his life was full and busy. He hasn't thought much about a wife until the mayor suggested trying a mail-order bride. He dispared ever finding one until a letter arrived from a near-by town. This girl sounded perfect, until he discovered it was all a lie. Could he ever really love an Indian?
Dennis thought his life was full and busy. He hasn't thought much about a wife until the mayor suggested trying a mail-order bride. He dispared ever finding one until a letter arrived from a near-by town. This girl sounded perfect, until he discovered it was all a lie. Could he ever really love an Indian?
September 16, 2021
It takes a minute.
It took me a minute to get into this story, but I was glad I was that I took it.
I found a few thing wrong in some of them. An example is the Fox family story. In the end of it they had a son. But in the characters description at the start of the following books say they had a girl.
It took me a minute to get into this story, but I was glad I was that I took it.
I found a few thing wrong in some of them. An example is the Fox family story. In the end of it they had a son. But in the characters description at the start of the following books say they had a girl.
September 23, 2021
Enjoyed it !!
A shy Lakota maid with a crush on the blacksmith, writes letters to him. He was seeking a wife. The confession of lies hurt both parties. Trying to see both sides of the situation, the maid and blacksmith work to see each other as they are. Good series, HEA, storyline which also brings news of other characters from previous books. HEA . A standalone
A shy Lakota maid with a crush on the blacksmith, writes letters to him. He was seeking a wife. The confession of lies hurt both parties. Trying to see both sides of the situation, the maid and blacksmith work to see each other as they are. Good series, HEA, storyline which also brings news of other characters from previous books. HEA . A standalone
June 22, 2021
Indian Mail-Order Bride and the Blacksmith from Amelia Rose is another great story from the Daisy Creek series. It is about a Blacksmith of Italian descent who becomes very fond of an Indian woman. A very nice book to read
June 28, 2021
Yet another great book
Ms. Rose has a way of crafting a story. This is the first one that features an Indian maiden who is fascinated by the blacksmith. I wish we could all be as accepting of all cultures. But this is why I love her books
Ms. Rose has a way of crafting a story. This is the first one that features an Indian maiden who is fascinated by the blacksmith. I wish we could all be as accepting of all cultures. But this is why I love her books
July 28, 2021
Romance
My third try at leaving a review. The difficulty makes it less appealing to leave one. A sweet, clean romance. Too easy for a romance between cultures the author presents easily resolved issues
My third try at leaving a review. The difficulty makes it less appealing to leave one. A sweet, clean romance. Too easy for a romance between cultures the author presents easily resolved issues
July 29, 2021
Uplifting story
Prejudice and bigotry are facts of life that have carried forth through the tale of man. This story dealt with the topic constructively as love and understanding develop for this couple. Good story!
Prejudice and bigotry are facts of life that have carried forth through the tale of man. This story dealt with the topic constructively as love and understanding develop for this couple. Good story!
August 14, 2021
Slow moving
I had great hopes for this unusual idea of an Indian mail order bride but was disappointed. The read was slow because there was no friction. I skipped pages and still knew what was happening.
I had great hopes for this unusual idea of an Indian mail order bride but was disappointed. The read was slow because there was no friction. I skipped pages and still knew what was happening.
August 21, 2021
Sweet
I interesting characters but unrealistic. If you look at old pictures of Native Americans you see that they were not beautiful. Conditions they lived in were too primitive. Relations between whites and then we're not amiable
I interesting characters but unrealistic. If you look at old pictures of Native Americans you see that they were not beautiful. Conditions they lived in were too primitive. Relations between whites and then we're not amiable
August 22, 2021
Daisy Creek grows
Dennis, a blacksmith has established a successful business in Daisy Creek. Wacha, an Indian maiden has been attracted to Dennis since his arrival. Read more about the Lakota tribe and the people of Daisy Creek.
Dennis, a blacksmith has established a successful business in Daisy Creek. Wacha, an Indian maiden has been attracted to Dennis since his arrival. Read more about the Lakota tribe and the people of Daisy Creek.
December 21, 2021
Blacksmith mail order bridep
I enjoyed the read. I enjoyed learning more of the native culture and the way Macha took matters into her own hands to meet her crush. The blending of cultures seemed more realistic.
I enjoyed the read. I enjoyed learning more of the native culture and the way Macha took matters into her own hands to meet her crush. The blending of cultures seemed more realistic.
April 9, 2022
Sweet, innocent, wholesome
The story is the first of its kind that I have read and Dennis and Macha are so kind hearted and good natured that who else do they belong to but each other. Their love story was very heartwarming and simple but didnt feel lacking in sincerity.
The story is the first of its kind that I have read and Dennis and Macha are so kind hearted and good natured that who else do they belong to but each other. Their love story was very heartwarming and simple but didnt feel lacking in sincerity.
Displaying 1 - 30 of 62 reviews