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Ella
To get away from her late husband’s questionable deeds, Ella Winslow takes her three children and heads west to the unsettled Washington Territory to claim land she believes she’s inherited from her father.
Tucker McAlister was fired from his position as deputy marshal for arresting the mayor’s brother-in-law for spousal abuse. His mentor has found him another job, first escorting the wagon train going west, and then as the new marshal in the growing town of Tacoma, Washington Territory.
The trail is long and hard, yet Ella is more than up to the task. Still, Tuck feels the need to watch over her and her children, whether she wants him to or not. It isn’t until they arrive in Washington the he realizes his protection will now need to extend even further than the wagon train itself.
Will Ella’s faith allow her to trust again and make a safe home for her family, while welcoming Tuck into her heart?
Tucker McAlister was fired from his position as deputy marshal for arresting the mayor’s brother-in-law for spousal abuse. His mentor has found him another job, first escorting the wagon train going west, and then as the new marshal in the growing town of Tacoma, Washington Territory.
The trail is long and hard, yet Ella is more than up to the task. Still, Tuck feels the need to watch over her and her children, whether she wants him to or not. It isn’t until they arrive in Washington the he realizes his protection will now need to extend even further than the wagon train itself.
Will Ella’s faith allow her to trust again and make a safe home for her family, while welcoming Tuck into her heart?
157 pages, Kindle Edition
Published April 22, 2022
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Nancy Fraser
116 books699 followersNancy Fraser has been writing since she was a child, most often on walls and with crayons or (heaven forbid) permanent marker.
Since first becoming published in 1996, Nancy has received numerous five star reviews for her futuristic, time travel romance.
She’s also published in short contemporary, historical romance and is contracted for a series of ten vintage historical romances set during the Golden Decade of Rock & Roll (1955-1964).
When not writing fiction, Nancy likes to spend time with her five wonderful grandchildren.
Since first becoming published in 1996, Nancy has received numerous five star reviews for her futuristic, time travel romance.
She’s also published in short contemporary, historical romance and is contracted for a series of ten vintage historical romances set during the Golden Decade of Rock & Roll (1955-1964).
When not writing fiction, Nancy likes to spend time with her five wonderful grandchildren.
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April 30, 2022
A brave widow and her children travel west on the wagon train to start a new life in Washington Territory. Young widow Ella needs to escape the rumors and innuendos of her late husband's dealings. So, she loads up the wagon her late father built with all the supplies she and her young children need to start anew. She has the deed to a plot of land in Washington Territory she inherited from her father and makes arrangements to join a wagon train. The journey is long and difficult, but Ella is determined. Along the way, she meets and befriends Tucker, a marshal who is working on the wagon train. He is friendly but Ella has no room in her life for romance. She enjoys his company, and that is enough for now. When disaster strikes Ella and she must choose a new path, indecision rules her heart. With only her faith to guide her, will she forge a safe home for her children and let love into her heart?
Ella is a beautifully inspiring historical romance I couldn't put down. From start to finish, this book fed my soul. I have a special fondness for this time period of the Oregon trail described in this story. Its rugged wilderness, hardship, and a will to survive bring out the best and worst in people. For Ella, it brings out the best in her. Her heart is pure, yet her determination and grit are stronger than most men can handle. I loved that about her. The plot moved at a great pace with riveting descriptive narration, adventurous twists, a full cast of characters, and a sweet romance. The best part of the story has to be the long trek west. Nancy Fraser takes great care to be historically accurate and detailed. It was so immersive, that I got to experience what it was like on the wagon train and later in Washington Territory. A brilliant sweet historical romance I didn't want to end. Highly recommend!
Disclaimer: I received a copy from the author in the hopes I'd review it.
My Rating: 5+ stars
Reviewed by: Mrs. N
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Ella is a beautifully inspiring historical romance I couldn't put down. From start to finish, this book fed my soul. I have a special fondness for this time period of the Oregon trail described in this story. Its rugged wilderness, hardship, and a will to survive bring out the best and worst in people. For Ella, it brings out the best in her. Her heart is pure, yet her determination and grit are stronger than most men can handle. I loved that about her. The plot moved at a great pace with riveting descriptive narration, adventurous twists, a full cast of characters, and a sweet romance. The best part of the story has to be the long trek west. Nancy Fraser takes great care to be historically accurate and detailed. It was so immersive, that I got to experience what it was like on the wagon train and later in Washington Territory. A brilliant sweet historical romance I didn't want to end. Highly recommend!
Disclaimer: I received a copy from the author in the hopes I'd review it.
My Rating: 5+ stars
Reviewed by: Mrs. N
This review first appeared: https://www.nnlightsbookheaven.com/po...
June 10, 2022
“Ella” is a sweet romance between an endearing marshal and a determined woman set on starting over on her own.
Read full review in the 2022 June issue of InD'tale Magazine.
Read full review in the 2022 June issue of InD'tale Magazine.
April 26, 2022
TRUST AND FAITH
What a beautiful and inspirational tale of placing faith in the Lord. The story will bring two strangers to meet, learn to trust one another, and find happiness in their future.
Widow Ella Winslow, and her three children, Thomas, Callie, and Jacob, will join a wagon train from Missouri to the Washington Territory. She decides that after the scandalous death of her late husband, the scorn from the town’s people, and the uncertainty for their future, she will leave and go West. Her late father had wanderlust and made the trip, securing land and making an innovative wagon. Along with four Percheron horses, she will join a small wagon train and hope and pray for the best.
“Sometimes, dear brother, faith is all we’ve got. I trust the Lord will protect us on our journey.”
Deputy Tucker McAlister will find himself unemployed because he did his job. But arresting the Mayor’s brother-in-law, even with him being guilty, will see him fired. The Sheriff, being older, and having his hands tied, at least makes arrangements for the near and extended future. Starting with guarding a small wagon train to Washington Territory and becoming a US Marshall in one of the small but growing towns.
The story is a clean historical western tale in 1870 and begins in Maryvalle, Missouri, and ends in Tacoma, Washington Territory. I love how Ella is such a strong woman, determined to make a difference, not asking for help but accepting it when needed. She is a mother who cares about her three children and their future. The trip is risky, but she places her faith in the Lord and trusts those in charge to help keep her and her children safe. Tucker had hopes of eventually becoming Sheriff, but politics played a nasty role. He has nothing holding him, so traveling and helping to protect the small wagon train and then becoming a Marshall is his future.
I loved the journey across the land, learning about the various families or individuals traveling to their new homes in the West. I liked how the people worked together, respected Ella and her choices, and became friends. The relationship starts as friendship, but you can slowly see it blooming between Tucker and Ella—yet they never cross a line. The faith within the story is never preachy but honest and heartfelt. The journal of Thomas Winslow was a lovely addition to the tale. Best of all, the story has the coveted happily ever after ending.
What a beautiful and inspirational tale of placing faith in the Lord. The story will bring two strangers to meet, learn to trust one another, and find happiness in their future.
Widow Ella Winslow, and her three children, Thomas, Callie, and Jacob, will join a wagon train from Missouri to the Washington Territory. She decides that after the scandalous death of her late husband, the scorn from the town’s people, and the uncertainty for their future, she will leave and go West. Her late father had wanderlust and made the trip, securing land and making an innovative wagon. Along with four Percheron horses, she will join a small wagon train and hope and pray for the best.
“Sometimes, dear brother, faith is all we’ve got. I trust the Lord will protect us on our journey.”
Deputy Tucker McAlister will find himself unemployed because he did his job. But arresting the Mayor’s brother-in-law, even with him being guilty, will see him fired. The Sheriff, being older, and having his hands tied, at least makes arrangements for the near and extended future. Starting with guarding a small wagon train to Washington Territory and becoming a US Marshall in one of the small but growing towns.
The story is a clean historical western tale in 1870 and begins in Maryvalle, Missouri, and ends in Tacoma, Washington Territory. I love how Ella is such a strong woman, determined to make a difference, not asking for help but accepting it when needed. She is a mother who cares about her three children and their future. The trip is risky, but she places her faith in the Lord and trusts those in charge to help keep her and her children safe. Tucker had hopes of eventually becoming Sheriff, but politics played a nasty role. He has nothing holding him, so traveling and helping to protect the small wagon train and then becoming a Marshall is his future.
I loved the journey across the land, learning about the various families or individuals traveling to their new homes in the West. I liked how the people worked together, respected Ella and her choices, and became friends. The relationship starts as friendship, but you can slowly see it blooming between Tucker and Ella—yet they never cross a line. The faith within the story is never preachy but honest and heartfelt. The journal of Thomas Winslow was a lovely addition to the tale. Best of all, the story has the coveted happily ever after ending.
May 6, 2022
--- 4.5 STARS ---
This book is an enjoyable, quick read filled with sweet romance, wholesome, kindhearted characters, intriguing story lines, and beautiful blind faith inspiration.
While I must admit I was a tiny bit hesitant that this book might be on the slower placed side or even a tad bit boring. However, I should know by now that those words are never associated with a Nancy Fraser book – and this book was no different. Nancy’s superior writing skills continue to impress me, I feel like I don’t even need to read the book blurb – I already know I’m going to like it and enjoy reading every page. And at this point, I think Nancy could even find a way to make college textbooks intriguing lol.
This book starts off with the main character Ella, and her brother, Connor, arguing over Ella’s decision to “just up and leave town.” Ella tries to explain to Connor how things have been so uncomfortable after her late husband’s death and finding out his abhorrent and illegal business dealings and bad behavior. Ella confides in Connor about the whole town of Maryvale turning on her, constantly staring at her and gossiping about her, not to mention the ripple effect it’s had on the kids being teased and bullied at school. While Connor continues to try to talk Ella out of making such a drastic change, he finally realizes she has made up her mind and she and the kids are moving out West to Washington Territory.
This book follows Ella and her three children, Callie, Jacob, and Thomas, over their extensive and complicated covered wagon journey from Maryvale, Missouri to Washington Territory and the people they travel with and meet along the way – including a dashingly handsome Tuck, who finds the need and desire to want to protect Ella and her children helping them reach their final destination safely.
This book is a super-fast read at only 119 eBook pages over the course of fourteen short chapters. I was able to read this book in just one quick sitting as I didn’t want to put it down.
This book is fast paced, strongly written with many intriguing plot points, and well-developed, genuine characters.
As always with Nancy's books, I loved the characters, especially Ella, Tuck, and the kids. Regardless of the genre, Nancy always seems to find a way to create such multidimensional, strongly developed, likable, authentic characters that readers are such to quickly connect with.
As someone who has spent quite a bit of time on the Oregon Trail I was excited and intrigued by this story line. While this was always a hot topic in school I found Nancy’s story quite interesting and informative. And I honestly started to fill a little bit spoiled and guilty recalling how easier and way more comfortable my travels across the states were by car. Not to mention, how my family often rented a giant U-Haul to move all our stuff, while Ella tells her kids they are only allowed to bring one toy, two books, two changes of clothes, one nightclothes, and two underclothes – that is all to last them the entire five or so month trip!!! Wow!! I don’t even pack that light for just an overnight trip lol!! Very enlightening!! Of course, Ella does mention that her brother plans to ship their other items to their new home in due time and the main reason for so few items is the wagon is only so big and needs to be mostly filled with pantry items, which does make sense.
This book is Book Twelve of Twenty-Three in “The Prairie Roses Collection,” Book Series. This book can easily be read as a standalone. Before reading this book, I had not read any of the other books in this series and was able to easily follow along. Nancy has teamed up with her author friends to create this exciting new book series as each book is written by a different author, but all books follow strong-willed inspiring female characters and their intriguing adventures along the Oregon Trail.
All in all, I really enjoyed reading this book and would absolutely recommend it!! I think all historical romance readers, sweet romance readers, and inspirational book fans will like this book too!! So, add it to your TBR List and get to reading – you won’t be disappointed!!
**Disclaimer: I received a complimentary copy of this book and have voluntarily provided an honest and unbiased review in accordance with FTC regulations**
This book is an enjoyable, quick read filled with sweet romance, wholesome, kindhearted characters, intriguing story lines, and beautiful blind faith inspiration.
While I must admit I was a tiny bit hesitant that this book might be on the slower placed side or even a tad bit boring. However, I should know by now that those words are never associated with a Nancy Fraser book – and this book was no different. Nancy’s superior writing skills continue to impress me, I feel like I don’t even need to read the book blurb – I already know I’m going to like it and enjoy reading every page. And at this point, I think Nancy could even find a way to make college textbooks intriguing lol.
This book starts off with the main character Ella, and her brother, Connor, arguing over Ella’s decision to “just up and leave town.” Ella tries to explain to Connor how things have been so uncomfortable after her late husband’s death and finding out his abhorrent and illegal business dealings and bad behavior. Ella confides in Connor about the whole town of Maryvale turning on her, constantly staring at her and gossiping about her, not to mention the ripple effect it’s had on the kids being teased and bullied at school. While Connor continues to try to talk Ella out of making such a drastic change, he finally realizes she has made up her mind and she and the kids are moving out West to Washington Territory.
This book follows Ella and her three children, Callie, Jacob, and Thomas, over their extensive and complicated covered wagon journey from Maryvale, Missouri to Washington Territory and the people they travel with and meet along the way – including a dashingly handsome Tuck, who finds the need and desire to want to protect Ella and her children helping them reach their final destination safely.
This book is a super-fast read at only 119 eBook pages over the course of fourteen short chapters. I was able to read this book in just one quick sitting as I didn’t want to put it down.
This book is fast paced, strongly written with many intriguing plot points, and well-developed, genuine characters.
As always with Nancy's books, I loved the characters, especially Ella, Tuck, and the kids. Regardless of the genre, Nancy always seems to find a way to create such multidimensional, strongly developed, likable, authentic characters that readers are such to quickly connect with.
As someone who has spent quite a bit of time on the Oregon Trail I was excited and intrigued by this story line. While this was always a hot topic in school I found Nancy’s story quite interesting and informative. And I honestly started to fill a little bit spoiled and guilty recalling how easier and way more comfortable my travels across the states were by car. Not to mention, how my family often rented a giant U-Haul to move all our stuff, while Ella tells her kids they are only allowed to bring one toy, two books, two changes of clothes, one nightclothes, and two underclothes – that is all to last them the entire five or so month trip!!! Wow!! I don’t even pack that light for just an overnight trip lol!! Very enlightening!! Of course, Ella does mention that her brother plans to ship their other items to their new home in due time and the main reason for so few items is the wagon is only so big and needs to be mostly filled with pantry items, which does make sense.
This book is Book Twelve of Twenty-Three in “The Prairie Roses Collection,” Book Series. This book can easily be read as a standalone. Before reading this book, I had not read any of the other books in this series and was able to easily follow along. Nancy has teamed up with her author friends to create this exciting new book series as each book is written by a different author, but all books follow strong-willed inspiring female characters and their intriguing adventures along the Oregon Trail.
All in all, I really enjoyed reading this book and would absolutely recommend it!! I think all historical romance readers, sweet romance readers, and inspirational book fans will like this book too!! So, add it to your TBR List and get to reading – you won’t be disappointed!!
**Disclaimer: I received a complimentary copy of this book and have voluntarily provided an honest and unbiased review in accordance with FTC regulations**
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April 26, 2022What makes a good western romance? Ella has all the adventure, danger, and love that’s needed to keep you entertained. When a widow with three children must head west for a new beginning, Ella has the perfect method for travel. Instead of waiting a few years to ride a train, she decides to travel in her father’s custom wagon on a wagon train to the Washington Territory. She has a claim on a home that her father had built and left.
She and her children step out in faith and join the wagon train with several other families. They’re thankful to be getting extra protection from a young US Marshall, Tucker McAlister. They are both attracted to one another. On the trail, they come across hot weather, rattlesnakes, and more! When they arrive at the home Ella plans to live in, she finds that the Railroad has taken possession and she’ll need a new plan. Tucker convinces her to travel on to Tacoma with him, where he promises to find her a place to live and set up her seamstress shop.
Ella doesn’t know what to expect, but her children are excited for more adventures. Will Tacoma be a good place for her and the children? Will she be able to afford a place to live? What will become of the new romance between her and Tucker?
If you love a clean romance and plenty of action, you’ll enjoy reading Ella. This is a short and easy read, but it’s a fun book with plenty to keep you turning the pages.
I voluntarily reviewed a complimentary copy of this book which I received from the author. All views expressed are only my honest opinion.
She and her children step out in faith and join the wagon train with several other families. They’re thankful to be getting extra protection from a young US Marshall, Tucker McAlister. They are both attracted to one another. On the trail, they come across hot weather, rattlesnakes, and more! When they arrive at the home Ella plans to live in, she finds that the Railroad has taken possession and she’ll need a new plan. Tucker convinces her to travel on to Tacoma with him, where he promises to find her a place to live and set up her seamstress shop.
Ella doesn’t know what to expect, but her children are excited for more adventures. Will Tacoma be a good place for her and the children? Will she be able to afford a place to live? What will become of the new romance between her and Tucker?
If you love a clean romance and plenty of action, you’ll enjoy reading Ella. This is a short and easy read, but it’s a fun book with plenty to keep you turning the pages.
I voluntarily reviewed a complimentary copy of this book which I received from the author. All views expressed are only my honest opinion.
April 28, 2022
I always enjoy the books I read by author, Nancy Fraser. Ella is a wonderfully inspiring tale about a widow and her three children uprooting themselves after some unfortunate incidents and traveling west in a Prairie Schooner on the Oregon Trail.
I love the independence exhibited by Ella. It takes a lot of fortitude to tackle such a trip as a single woman with young children.
Marshall Tucker faces repercussions for arresting the Mayor’s brother-in-law for beating his wife. Unfortunately, in this era, a wife has no rights at all. So Tucker is sent to accompany the wagon train west and become the Marshall in the new Washington territory.
The banter between Ella and Tucker is enjoyable, as is the descriptive writing about the trials on the trail.
I love the journal entries from Ella’s son. They add richness to the story by portraying life through the eyes of a child.
Fans of sweet, clean historical romance will enjoy this tale. I highly recommend it to all lovers of the time period, westerns, romance, and independent women.
I hope to read more from the Prairie Roses Collection soon. I know I will be reading more from Nancy Fraser, she’s fast becoming one of my favorite authors.
I love the independence exhibited by Ella. It takes a lot of fortitude to tackle such a trip as a single woman with young children.
Marshall Tucker faces repercussions for arresting the Mayor’s brother-in-law for beating his wife. Unfortunately, in this era, a wife has no rights at all. So Tucker is sent to accompany the wagon train west and become the Marshall in the new Washington territory.
The banter between Ella and Tucker is enjoyable, as is the descriptive writing about the trials on the trail.
I love the journal entries from Ella’s son. They add richness to the story by portraying life through the eyes of a child.
Fans of sweet, clean historical romance will enjoy this tale. I highly recommend it to all lovers of the time period, westerns, romance, and independent women.
I hope to read more from the Prairie Roses Collection soon. I know I will be reading more from Nancy Fraser, she’s fast becoming one of my favorite authors.
April 24, 2022
Ella Winslow, a widow with three young children decides to make a fresh start and travel from Missouri to Boney Lake, Oregon hoping to live on her deceased father's claim. Things didn't turn out as she planned. God had another direction for her future.
In Oregon, with no home, she follows Tuck to Pendelton, Oregon where his U.S. Marshall position awaits. Their lives are intertwined in a positive way and God provides for all of them-just not what was expected. Ella is a strong woman with an unfortunate past. Tuck, a courageous Godly man is on his way to starting over also.
I loved the faith aspect of the story and the sweet blossoming love story. There were some humorous moments but also some intense ones leading to an unknown future. A short story but full of lots of adventure with an ending that wrapped everything up nicely.
I received a complimentary copy from the author and voluntarily choose to review it. All opinions are my own.
In Oregon, with no home, she follows Tuck to Pendelton, Oregon where his U.S. Marshall position awaits. Their lives are intertwined in a positive way and God provides for all of them-just not what was expected. Ella is a strong woman with an unfortunate past. Tuck, a courageous Godly man is on his way to starting over also.
I loved the faith aspect of the story and the sweet blossoming love story. There were some humorous moments but also some intense ones leading to an unknown future. A short story but full of lots of adventure with an ending that wrapped everything up nicely.
I received a complimentary copy from the author and voluntarily choose to review it. All opinions are my own.
April 26, 2022
Westward Ho! on the Oregon Trail
Ella has been betrayed by her late husband and ostracized by her neighbors, so she decides to take her inheritance from her late father, a custom covered wagon, and look for a fresh start for herself and her three children.
This book walks with her through a journey from Missouri to that is now Washington state in the years just before the raillines were completed. Ella planned carefully and well to carry with her the things most important for her family to survive the trip and start new lives.
The bonus for Ella was meeting a man worthy of her respect and admiration, who treats her with the same respect she is due. Very unlike her dead husband.
Ella is the Everywoman who sacrificed to provide for her children and populated our American frontier in the wake of the Civil War and the Industrial Revolution.
I received an ARC copy of this story directly from the author and voluntarily chose to share my review.
Ella has been betrayed by her late husband and ostracized by her neighbors, so she decides to take her inheritance from her late father, a custom covered wagon, and look for a fresh start for herself and her three children.
This book walks with her through a journey from Missouri to that is now Washington state in the years just before the raillines were completed. Ella planned carefully and well to carry with her the things most important for her family to survive the trip and start new lives.
The bonus for Ella was meeting a man worthy of her respect and admiration, who treats her with the same respect she is due. Very unlike her dead husband.
Ella is the Everywoman who sacrificed to provide for her children and populated our American frontier in the wake of the Civil War and the Industrial Revolution.
I received an ARC copy of this story directly from the author and voluntarily chose to share my review.
April 24, 2022
The author has penned a sweet and heartwarming story with wonderful characters. This is Ella and Tucker's story, as well as Ella's three children. Ella was a widow, whose husband had been a shady and dishonest person and upon his death, the town gossiped about her and the children even though they had had nothing to do with his dealings. Tucker was fired from his job as a deputy for doing the "right" thing, as it involved a relative of the mayor. Ella decides to take her children to Washington by wagon train for a new start and to claim some property she believes belongs to her. Tucker was hired as a guide and guard for the wagon train. As they travel, romance begins to bloom. Will they reach Washington safely and will Ella and Tucker find their HEA? Be sure and read this great story to find out; I know you will enjoy it as much as I did.
April 24, 2022
In this post Civil War historical romance (1870s), the many perils of forging West and hardships of single women are seamlessly woven into a page turning story. This historical romance has inspiring characters (fully capable Ella, her three children Thomas, Callie, and Jacob and Marshal Tucker Mc Allster), twist and turn plot, with a believable resolution. While I have not been to Yakima, Washington, I am familiar with the region. Ella is book 12 in the series, but this is only the second book read by this avid reader and first story by Nancy Fraser. What makes this story unique is Ella's prairie schooner wagon christened Miller's Folly, plus the journal entries from Ella's son Thomas Winslow. Wow, Ella's father was a talented.
April 27, 2022
Ella, book 12 of the Prairie Roses Collection, had it all, romance, the history, and the faith that God will see them through.
I felt so sorry that the townspeople judged Ella and she felt the need to get away with her children. She was very brave and very resourceful and knew what had to be done. Still many disappointments happened along the way west but she didn't let them stop her.
Despite all her bravery I was glad that Tucker was watching out for her and the kids when he got a job as a wagon train helper.
I loved reading this book, it was so interesting and quite the page-turner. Never a dull moment.
A great book.
This book was given to me by the author and this is my own opinion.
I felt so sorry that the townspeople judged Ella and she felt the need to get away with her children. She was very brave and very resourceful and knew what had to be done. Still many disappointments happened along the way west but she didn't let them stop her.
Despite all her bravery I was glad that Tucker was watching out for her and the kids when he got a job as a wagon train helper.
I loved reading this book, it was so interesting and quite the page-turner. Never a dull moment.
A great book.
This book was given to me by the author and this is my own opinion.
April 25, 2022
Headed for a new life in the west, Ella meets Tuck on the wagon train. I really enjoyed the friendly banter that develops between them after their first (and then second) kiss. She's incredible and strong to undertake such a long journey with her three children. Tuck provides some adult companionship for her, and proves to be a wonderful role model for her children. There's a bit of drama and danger on their journey. But it's a low-angst story, and a sweet slow burn between Ella and Tuck. My favorite part of the book, though, was reading the insights provided in Thomas' journal. I received a copy of this book from the author, and am leaving my honest review.
April 21, 2022
Excellent historical.
I enjoyed the story it was a slow build up between Ella and Tucker but looking at the time frame it made sense. I am from Washington so when I read about them going to Yakima and then to Tacoma I was not sure about that so yes I checked it out. That must have been one heck of a trip. This book was very realistic and that impressed me. It is a good historical and well worth reading. I did receive a free copy of this book from Booksprout and voluntarily chose to review it.
I enjoyed the story it was a slow build up between Ella and Tucker but looking at the time frame it made sense. I am from Washington so when I read about them going to Yakima and then to Tacoma I was not sure about that so yes I checked it out. That must have been one heck of a trip. This book was very realistic and that impressed me. It is a good historical and well worth reading. I did receive a free copy of this book from Booksprout and voluntarily chose to review it.
May 19, 2022
Gratefully Blessed
I truly enjoyed reading about Ella and Tucker’s wagon trip west! Second chances are amazing when you find the right person! An arranged marriage turned out disasterly for Ella, now a widow gets the chance at love she deserves! I loved the incredible journey all the details were like being on the wagon train with them! The description of there hand made wagon was so vivid in my mind! I can see it now traveling west over the prairie with those beautiful Percheron horses! Loved this story and the series!
I truly enjoyed reading about Ella and Tucker’s wagon trip west! Second chances are amazing when you find the right person! An arranged marriage turned out disasterly for Ella, now a widow gets the chance at love she deserves! I loved the incredible journey all the details were like being on the wagon train with them! The description of there hand made wagon was so vivid in my mind! I can see it now traveling west over the prairie with those beautiful Percheron horses! Loved this story and the series!
June 17, 2024
Sweet Historical Romance
This as a unique story! It was definitely interesting that this widow with three children, could be so capable with such daunting animals and such a large wagon. But the romance was nice and slow, which is my favorite part! There didn't seem to be a lot of trouble keeping them apart, either. Most stores seem to have lots of ruts in the road! But, the important part is, I enjoyed the story immensely!
This as a unique story! It was definitely interesting that this widow with three children, could be so capable with such daunting animals and such a large wagon. But the romance was nice and slow, which is my favorite part! There didn't seem to be a lot of trouble keeping them apart, either. Most stores seem to have lots of ruts in the road! But, the important part is, I enjoyed the story immensely!
April 29, 2022
4.5 stars
I loved being on the wagon trail with Ella, her three children and Tucker. At times I felt as though I were right there with them spying on their sneaked kisses and range meals. I admired Ella's strength and determination to build a new life for herself and her children and found after reading so many thrillers and mysteries it was just the sweet read I needed to refresh my brain.
I loved being on the wagon trail with Ella, her three children and Tucker. At times I felt as though I were right there with them spying on their sneaked kisses and range meals. I admired Ella's strength and determination to build a new life for herself and her children and found after reading so many thrillers and mysteries it was just the sweet read I needed to refresh my brain.
April 30, 2022
After it was found out that Ella's late husband was a crook she decides to head west to Washington for a new start. She and her three children are traveling with a wagon train in a wagon specially built by her Grandfather. Along on the wagon train is Tucker who is also heading to Washington to take the post of Marshall in Tacoma. Sweet romance
March 14, 2023
beautiful
This was an absolutely beautiful story! I found the characters to be thoughtful and very well written. This author made it very easy to connect with them and made me want to keep reading and not stop.
This was an absolutely beautiful story! I found the characters to be thoughtful and very well written. This author made it very easy to connect with them and made me want to keep reading and not stop.
June 3, 2023
Sweet book. I enjoyed the journey over the Oregon Trail. Very well written and fun to read.
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