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Pete has been rejected many times because of his swarthy skin. So when she sees red-headed, freckle-faced Eva rejected because of her looks, he offers to marry her and take her back to the Circle A Ranch.
With nothing left but the trunk containing her few belongings Eva doesn’t feel she has much choice.
They both understand this is a marriage in name only. But as they spend time together, an unexpected attraction grows. Both realize they want more from the marriage than what they have but the words don’t quite come. They can only hint at the dream buried deep in each heart.
Out-spoken Eva is about to confess her feelings when she discovers a letter Pete has written to a mail-order bride and realizes he has given his heart to another.
Can this pair confront their fears in order to embrace a future full of love?
With nothing left but the trunk containing her few belongings Eva doesn’t feel she has much choice.
They both understand this is a marriage in name only. But as they spend time together, an unexpected attraction grows. Both realize they want more from the marriage than what they have but the words don’t quite come. They can only hint at the dream buried deep in each heart.
Out-spoken Eva is about to confess her feelings when she discovers a letter Pete has written to a mail-order bride and realizes he has given his heart to another.
Can this pair confront their fears in order to embrace a future full of love?
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252 pages, Kindle Edition
Published October 19, 2021
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Linda Ford
210 books358 followersLinda Ford grew up devouring books and making up stories in her head—often late at night when she couldn't sleep. But she hadn't planned to write. Instead, she dreamed of running an orphanage. In a way, that dream came true. She married, had four homemade children, adopted ten and lived (at times, endured) the dream.
Writing first took her to non-fiction human-interest articles for newspapers and eventually a non-fiction book about tuberculosis set in the 1930s and 1940s (Touched By The White Plague). But romance had always been her first love and she turned to writing love stories. She is multi-published in the CBA market.
She lives on a small ranch in Alberta, Canada, where she can see the mountains every day. She and her husband continue to enjoy their children and grandchildren.
Writing first took her to non-fiction human-interest articles for newspapers and eventually a non-fiction book about tuberculosis set in the 1930s and 1940s (Touched By The White Plague). But romance had always been her first love and she turned to writing love stories. She is multi-published in the CBA market.
She lives on a small ranch in Alberta, Canada, where she can see the mountains every day. She and her husband continue to enjoy their children and grandchildren.
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June 4, 2022
Pete and Eva
This is a sweet and loving story. Pete is the sixth of the boys from the orphanage and has much baggage from his past weighing on him. Eva was abandoned at the nearby town as the man that sent for her rejected her and left her. Pete happens to have observed this and feels for her rejection and offers to marry her on the spot. Not knowing what to do she accepts and after marrying they head back to the Circle A. This is their story and you will definitely enjoy discovering how they find their happily ever after.
This is a sweet and loving story. Pete is the sixth of the boys from the orphanage and has much baggage from his past weighing on him. Eva was abandoned at the nearby town as the man that sent for her rejected her and left her. Pete happens to have observed this and feels for her rejection and offers to marry her on the spot. Not knowing what to do she accepts and after marrying they head back to the Circle A. This is their story and you will definitely enjoy discovering how they find their happily ever after.
October 20, 2021
💞 Eva and Pete 💞
I read this in one sitting! Couldn’t put it down. I have to say, this is probably my favorite of the series. Eva and Pete’s story was so well written. I loved how much of it centered on just the two of them getting to know one another. No distractions, no conflict. Just sweet times of being together and enjoying God’s creation.
Wonderful story! I will definitely be reading this again.
I read this in one sitting! Couldn’t put it down. I have to say, this is probably my favorite of the series. Eva and Pete’s story was so well written. I loved how much of it centered on just the two of them getting to know one another. No distractions, no conflict. Just sweet times of being together and enjoying God’s creation.
Wonderful story! I will definitely be reading this again.
November 6, 2021
So sweet!!
I think this is one of my faves from the series. The relationship that Eva and Pete build is so beautiful. The fact that they both had each other after all they went thorough and gave each other the love and much more that they wanted and needed. My only complaints were the ending feeling too rushed and not really seeing Eva and the others get to know each other.
I think this is one of my faves from the series. The relationship that Eva and Pete build is so beautiful. The fact that they both had each other after all they went thorough and gave each other the love and much more that they wanted and needed. My only complaints were the ending feeling too rushed and not really seeing Eva and the others get to know each other.
September 29, 2023
Redhead A Coming
Two people who have given up on having a dream. The dream of having a home of their own. They have each baggage to get over.
You take one young lady who has no family left. Then you take a young name who never had a family.
They make the decision to join forces and make a family of the own.
Two people who have given up on having a dream. The dream of having a home of their own. They have each baggage to get over.
You take one young lady who has no family left. Then you take a young name who never had a family.
They make the decision to join forces and make a family of the own.
March 22, 2024
Never give up on your dreams.
Another heart warming story of author Ms. Ford. How the hurtful words of people who don't know the love of God can hurt others. Especially little children who only long for love in their souls. Sad it takes until becoming an adult and finding the right person to show them love. The complete series has been enjoyable to read.
Another heart warming story of author Ms. Ford. How the hurtful words of people who don't know the love of God can hurt others. Especially little children who only long for love in their souls. Sad it takes until becoming an adult and finding the right person to show them love. The complete series has been enjoyable to read.
October 21, 2021
Lonely hearts
I loved this story of two lonely hearts. Pete went to lick up lumber for the school house and came home with a bride who has a secret; one that will not come between them, but give them a better understanding of each other and help their love to grow.
I loved this story of two lonely hearts. Pete went to lick up lumber for the school house and came home with a bride who has a secret; one that will not come between them, but give them a better understanding of each other and help their love to grow.
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November 5, 2021I love this series.
Such creative stories, of people coming together; creating one large family, each with their own unique problem. And from a Christian and faith point of view. Recommended. A place where you would feel like you could belong.
Such creative stories, of people coming together; creating one large family, each with their own unique problem. And from a Christian and faith point of view. Recommended. A place where you would feel like you could belong.
November 20, 2021
Pete and Eva
The two characters in this book were perfect. I especially liked the characters Eva and Pete. Eva was delightful and I loved her Scottish accent. If ever two people were meant for each other, it was these two.. it was a great, light read and very enjoyable
The two characters in this book were perfect. I especially liked the characters Eva and Pete. Eva was delightful and I loved her Scottish accent. If ever two people were meant for each other, it was these two.. it was a great, light read and very enjoyable
March 31, 2023
Best One Yet
This story resonated with me. Whether it was two socially rejected people finding a forever mate or God working to answer heartfelt prayers, I cannot say. The narrative drew me in and held me fast. Well worth the time to read!
This story resonated with me. Whether it was two socially rejected people finding a forever mate or God working to answer heartfelt prayers, I cannot say. The narrative drew me in and held me fast. Well worth the time to read!
August 4, 2023
Sweet
I love this series! Each book is set on the same ranch, and they're romances, but each couple is unique. Different ways of meeting and getting to know each other, it keeps the series fresh.
I love this series! Each book is set on the same ranch, and they're romances, but each couple is unique. Different ways of meeting and getting to know each other, it keeps the series fresh.
March 3, 2024
The book is called Pete Buy Linda ford
I have been enjoying The book By Linda ford She's a wonderful Arthur I love the story The cowboys So if you need a good book to read I Kristen book as well Check out Linda ford And you'll be amazed Thank Oh wonderful books
I have been enjoying The book By Linda ford She's a wonderful Arthur I love the story The cowboys So if you need a good book to read I Kristen book as well Check out Linda ford And you'll be amazed Thank Oh wonderful books
April 25, 2024
All things work together for good
Romans 8:28 applies here as Pete rescues a damsel in distress and marries her to keep it legit. As time goes by the marriage of convenience becomes a match made in Heaven.
Romans 8:28 applies here as Pete rescues a damsel in distress and marries her to keep it legit. As time goes by the marriage of convenience becomes a match made in Heaven.
June 2, 2024
Another cowboy finding a bride.
I liked this story of a cowboy who offered to take a rejected bride because they both didn't have physical looks like others. They both agreed to marriage in name only and forever.
I liked this story of a cowboy who offered to take a rejected bride because they both didn't have physical looks like others. They both agreed to marriage in name only and forever.
June 20, 2024
Life wounded people
What a surprise this book was. Two life wounded people who found each other but didn't know how to handle their new married without benefits life. So glad it worked out for Pete and Eva.
Thank you Linda Ford for this well written book.
What a surprise this book was. Two life wounded people who found each other but didn't know how to handle their new married without benefits life. So glad it worked out for Pete and Eva.
Thank you Linda Ford for this well written book.
January 31, 2025
Pete
Again Linda had a great book. Kept wanting to read more. To have a Christian family to write about. I love every book that has been written in this series. Look forward to read more of her books.
Again Linda had a great book. Kept wanting to read more. To have a Christian family to write about. I love every book that has been written in this series. Look forward to read more of her books.
February 2, 2025
Another good clean book
Author really can keep your attention. Appreciated that it was not filled with inappropriate language. It was a fast read and great story line. Highly recommend.
Author really can keep your attention. Appreciated that it was not filled with inappropriate language. It was a fast read and great story line. Highly recommend.
June 15, 2025
I read this story as part of a box set. It was really good. I enjoyed how they both "matched". Definitely a God connection. It was really lovely how they helped each other heal and be accepted, and belong to each other. I liked the honesty between them. Loved Scottie!
October 22, 2021
Good story
This is the sixth book in this series and it is a good story about two people that have been hurt and they find love with each other and they are happy
This is the sixth book in this series and it is a good story about two people that have been hurt and they find love with each other and they are happy
October 22, 2021
Sweet story
Such a sweet story of longing for love and finding it in a way only God could. Definitely recommend it.
Such a sweet story of longing for love and finding it in a way only God could. Definitely recommend it.
October 24, 2021
Love wins again.
This is another amazing book by this Author, she sure knows her Cowboys. I highly recommend this book. It kept you interested from the very first page.
This is another amazing book by this Author, she sure knows her Cowboys. I highly recommend this book. It kept you interested from the very first page.
October 26, 2021
Pete
Two young people abandoned and with hearts needing love and friendship find a place to call home. Emotional and filled with faith.
Two young people abandoned and with hearts needing love and friendship find a place to call home. Emotional and filled with faith.
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December 8, 2021Enjoyed reading this book
I really loved this book the best. It waa a really good story of how God has a divine purpose for our lives. I would recommend this book to all.😃 Loved it!
I really loved this book the best. It waa a really good story of how God has a divine purpose for our lives. I would recommend this book to all.😃 Loved it!
April 28, 2022
great last story
I’m glad I waited to read all of them at one time and did read them as they came out.
I’m glad I waited to read all of them at one time and did read them as they came out.
July 15, 2022
Wonderful
This is my favorite so far in this series! Love the way Pete and Eva overcome the opinions of others to find their own worth in God's eyes! Great read!
This is my favorite so far in this series! Love the way Pete and Eva overcome the opinions of others to find their own worth in God's eyes! Great read!
September 11, 2022
Great lovingseries
I read the whole series and you could not ask for a more loving spiritual family. The story of each man was exciting.
I read the whole series and you could not ask for a more loving spiritual family. The story of each man was exciting.
March 6, 2023
Pete
Two people who looked at themselves as misfits decide to help each other and get married, vowing to make it work. Good clean romance.
Two people who looked at themselves as misfits decide to help each other and get married, vowing to make it work. Good clean romance.
September 5, 2023
a rescue.... love ... finding a home
Another fine story how God brings people/ circumstances to gether to help other and for His Glory!
A love story of two lonely souls.
Another fine story how God brings people/ circumstances to gether to help other and for His Glory!
A love story of two lonely souls.
December 28, 2023
Pete
Finally done pregnancies and babies.... Not at much adventure or anything like that but a good book none the less...
Finally done pregnancies and babies.... Not at much adventure or anything like that but a good book none the less...
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