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Grace's Gift
She has loved him since she was nothing more than a spindly little girl…
Grace stayed behind in Bethany, Oregon to eventually become the town's schoolteacher. And now that she's all grown up, her heart aches for the love of a family - one that she doesn't believe she'll ever find...until he comes home.
But Connor is not the same young man he was when he left home all those years ago.
He thought she was nothing more than an annoying little girl…
Connor left to find his calling and an adventure along the way. What he found instead was a pain so deep, that no one but God can heal it.
Finally back in town after years away, Connor knows his scars will keep Grace at a distance. Or at least, they should. He isn’t the man she thinks he is. No matter how much he wants to be. Not with his scars, and certainly not with the guilt and shame he still carries over that day.
But when two children need Grace’s love, will Connor step up and help like the man Grace believes he is? Or will he let someone else be the man in her life?
Can the schoolteacher and the blacksmith find a way to finally be together?
Grace stayed behind in Bethany, Oregon to eventually become the town's schoolteacher. And now that she's all grown up, her heart aches for the love of a family - one that she doesn't believe she'll ever find...until he comes home.
But Connor is not the same young man he was when he left home all those years ago.
He thought she was nothing more than an annoying little girl…
Connor left to find his calling and an adventure along the way. What he found instead was a pain so deep, that no one but God can heal it.
Finally back in town after years away, Connor knows his scars will keep Grace at a distance. Or at least, they should. He isn’t the man she thinks he is. No matter how much he wants to be. Not with his scars, and certainly not with the guilt and shame he still carries over that day.
But when two children need Grace’s love, will Connor step up and help like the man Grace believes he is? Or will he let someone else be the man in her life?
Can the schoolteacher and the blacksmith find a way to finally be together?
170 pages, Kindle Edition
Published June 7, 2022
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About the author
Kay P. Dawson
60 books497 followersUSA Today Bestselling Author, Kay P. Dawson writes sweet western romance - the kind that leaves out all of the juicy details and immerses you in a true, heartfelt love story. Growing up pretending she was Laura Ingalls, she's always had a love for the old west and pioneer times. She believes in true love, and finding your happy ever after.
Happily married mom of two girls, Kay has always taught her children to follow their dreams. And, after a breast cancer diagnosis at the age of 39, she realized it was time to take her own advice. She had always wanted to write a book, and she decided that the someday she was waiting for was now.
She writes western historical, contemporary and time travel romance that all transport the reader to a time or place where true love always finds a way.
You can connect with Kay through her website at KayPDawson.com
She also has an active fan group where she hangs out with her readers...https://www.facebook.com/groups/kaypd...
Happily married mom of two girls, Kay has always taught her children to follow their dreams. And, after a breast cancer diagnosis at the age of 39, she realized it was time to take her own advice. She had always wanted to write a book, and she decided that the someday she was waiting for was now.
She writes western historical, contemporary and time travel romance that all transport the reader to a time or place where true love always finds a way.
You can connect with Kay through her website at KayPDawson.com
She also has an active fan group where she hangs out with her readers...https://www.facebook.com/groups/kaypd...
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March 29, 2023
THE BLACKSMITH AND THE SCHOOL TEACHER
The story is the final account of the Oregon Sky series and will bring two people back together. Grace Hamilton had been in love with Connor Wallace for years—but he left, wanting to make changes in his life. Now, Connor is back, but he has scars and is uncertain about what the future holds for him. Not only his body is damaged, but his mind needs healing. Connor must learn to trust that his family and Grace are genuine and their love will help heal him.
“Miss Hamilton says everyone is made different and sometimes what makes a person different is what makes them special. I think you’re handsome. It makes you look like a pirate.”
Grace: Connor Wallace, no one pities you, except maybe yourself. We all feel bad for how you got your scars but it doesn’t mean anyone pities you. It just means we care.
Connor: Grace, you don’t know what I’ve had to deal with after my accident. Maybe you all don’t realize the way you look at me sometimes, but trust me, I see it.
The story is a clean historical that will bring a man back to his hometown and until he gets over what he assumes everyone will see—he won’t be able to heal. With the help of his family and the love of a woman who believes in him, he will learn that life is more than outward appearance. I liked Grace and Connor together—and the secondary characters, especially the children, added a sweet touch to this story.
The story is the final account of the Oregon Sky series and will bring two people back together. Grace Hamilton had been in love with Connor Wallace for years—but he left, wanting to make changes in his life. Now, Connor is back, but he has scars and is uncertain about what the future holds for him. Not only his body is damaged, but his mind needs healing. Connor must learn to trust that his family and Grace are genuine and their love will help heal him.
“Miss Hamilton says everyone is made different and sometimes what makes a person different is what makes them special. I think you’re handsome. It makes you look like a pirate.”
Grace: Connor Wallace, no one pities you, except maybe yourself. We all feel bad for how you got your scars but it doesn’t mean anyone pities you. It just means we care.
Connor: Grace, you don’t know what I’ve had to deal with after my accident. Maybe you all don’t realize the way you look at me sometimes, but trust me, I see it.
The story is a clean historical that will bring a man back to his hometown and until he gets over what he assumes everyone will see—he won’t be able to heal. With the help of his family and the love of a woman who believes in him, he will learn that life is more than outward appearance. I liked Grace and Connor together—and the secondary characters, especially the children, added a sweet touch to this story.
June 17, 2022
Great series
This series was amazing! Each book could be read independently but there was a definite thread and reading them in order really followed a thread in the storyline.
This series was amazing! Each book could be read independently but there was a definite thread and reading them in order really followed a thread in the storyline.
March 31, 2023
Short and sweet...
What a beautiful ending to a wonderful series. I love that everyone got their happily ever after and I would recommend this series and this author.
What a beautiful ending to a wonderful series. I love that everyone got their happily ever after and I would recommend this series and this author.
July 3, 2023
I have really enjoyed this authors approach to stories of pioneer times in Oregon. This sweet story was just like the others. Certainly worth my time.
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