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The Proxy Brides #74
A Bride for Randolph
Losing hope is the greatest loss of all.
Loneliness marked Randolph Tihalt as surely as the prosthetic leg he’d received after his service to the Union at Gettysburg. Still, despite the lingering effects of his injury, Rand found his place in Taylors Falls, Minnesota, with family and friends. However, when his Regiment Captain contacts him out of the blue, the surprised man agrees to an extraordinary proposition.
Robin Sherman’s haunting past is something she can’t outrun, but the courageous young woman chooses to flee her mother’s illicit schemes. However, she is uncertain that her father’s sacrifice will get the desired result, no matter his good intentions.
Can a marriage by proxy help Randolph and Robin find a solid foundation for their future, despite the shaking sands of shame and sorrow?
*** Meet the other Proxy Brides who discovered the rugged beauty of Taylors Falls in A Bride for Zebedee and A Bride for Magnus.
Loneliness marked Randolph Tihalt as surely as the prosthetic leg he’d received after his service to the Union at Gettysburg. Still, despite the lingering effects of his injury, Rand found his place in Taylors Falls, Minnesota, with family and friends. However, when his Regiment Captain contacts him out of the blue, the surprised man agrees to an extraordinary proposition.
Robin Sherman’s haunting past is something she can’t outrun, but the courageous young woman chooses to flee her mother’s illicit schemes. However, she is uncertain that her father’s sacrifice will get the desired result, no matter his good intentions.
Can a marriage by proxy help Randolph and Robin find a solid foundation for their future, despite the shaking sands of shame and sorrow?
*** Meet the other Proxy Brides who discovered the rugged beauty of Taylors Falls in A Bride for Zebedee and A Bride for Magnus.
123 pages, Kindle Edition
First published November 24, 2022
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About the author
Michele Pollock Dalton
55 books10 followersMy name is Michele Pollock Dalton; and, I am an unapologetic romantic.
Although I have been writing since early childhood, I have only recently overcome my reticence about sharing the stories that I create.
Most days are spent wheeling around after a remarkable little boy that I love with all my heart. And, sometimes I put my domestic goddess skills to work, so we don't have to run around naked =)
White chocolate truffles and faith fuel my writing endeavors; and, my sincere hope is that the characters I invent resonate with folks who need a bit of inspiration to face their day
Although I have been writing since early childhood, I have only recently overcome my reticence about sharing the stories that I create.
Most days are spent wheeling around after a remarkable little boy that I love with all my heart. And, sometimes I put my domestic goddess skills to work, so we don't have to run around naked =)
White chocolate truffles and faith fuel my writing endeavors; and, my sincere hope is that the characters I invent resonate with folks who need a bit of inspiration to face their day
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July 28, 2024
RESCUING A BRIDE
The story is part of the Proxy Brides series by various authors but will read well as a stand-alone. After reading a later written book by this author, at the end of that book, she mentioned two of the sisters—in two previous books. I’m so glad I decided to read them.
During the Civil War, wife and mother, Laurel Sherman, was angry with her husband, Captain Edgar Sherman for leaving them. She will start offering herself to soldiers for provisions and then include her young daughters. Her oldest daughter, Robin, was raped by multiple men which resulted in a pregnancy. Captain Sherman will contact one of his men, Corporal Randolph Tihalt, and ask him to please marry Robin and accept her daughter, Hope. And Rand will accept the obligation.
“Surprised to find a letter from his Regiment Captain, Rand hurriedly slid aside his ledgers, unsealed the letter, and began to read. While several years have passed since you were last in my service, I am obligated to call upon you. As a gentleman of the highest caliber, I know I can trust you fully with the following request.---”
“Miss Sherman: It will be my pleasure to welcome you to Taylors Falls as my bride. Your father can attest to my character, and I am honored that he chose me to protect and provide for you and your daughter. Randolph Tihalt”
The story will involve the escape of Robin and Hope from her mother’s machinations and arrival in Taylors Falls. How she fears to begin a marriage—and relieved that Rand is kind and agrees that they need to get to know each other. While Robin and Hope arrive with nearly nothing in their possession, Rand will speak with his sister and must learn to adapt to what their future will be. Robin doesn’t expect much and even comes up with ways to help out by making extra money, by providing biscuits and coffee for sale to those coming to collect freight.
“You have no reason to fear me, Mrs. Tihalt. I believe the good Lord sent you as an answer to my prayers, and you will be treated as such all the days of my life.”
The story is part of the Proxy Brides series by various authors but will read well as a stand-alone. After reading a later written book by this author, at the end of that book, she mentioned two of the sisters—in two previous books. I’m so glad I decided to read them.
During the Civil War, wife and mother, Laurel Sherman, was angry with her husband, Captain Edgar Sherman for leaving them. She will start offering herself to soldiers for provisions and then include her young daughters. Her oldest daughter, Robin, was raped by multiple men which resulted in a pregnancy. Captain Sherman will contact one of his men, Corporal Randolph Tihalt, and ask him to please marry Robin and accept her daughter, Hope. And Rand will accept the obligation.
“Surprised to find a letter from his Regiment Captain, Rand hurriedly slid aside his ledgers, unsealed the letter, and began to read. While several years have passed since you were last in my service, I am obligated to call upon you. As a gentleman of the highest caliber, I know I can trust you fully with the following request.---”
“Miss Sherman: It will be my pleasure to welcome you to Taylors Falls as my bride. Your father can attest to my character, and I am honored that he chose me to protect and provide for you and your daughter. Randolph Tihalt”
The story will involve the escape of Robin and Hope from her mother’s machinations and arrival in Taylors Falls. How she fears to begin a marriage—and relieved that Rand is kind and agrees that they need to get to know each other. While Robin and Hope arrive with nearly nothing in their possession, Rand will speak with his sister and must learn to adapt to what their future will be. Robin doesn’t expect much and even comes up with ways to help out by making extra money, by providing biscuits and coffee for sale to those coming to collect freight.
“You have no reason to fear me, Mrs. Tihalt. I believe the good Lord sent you as an answer to my prayers, and you will be treated as such all the days of my life.”
January 7, 2024
Randolph/Rand- lost his leg in the war and works with family-extended family in the ferry/boating business .
Robin- her mom basically has a " brothel" type business using her own daughters for wealthy men.
I enjoyed this unique story with harsh realities but through faith and hope in our Lord it is survivable. They have a loving realistic hea but I didn't like the epilogue to vague and all the new characters didn't make much sense, maybe in the future Proxy bride books I can figure out who Nora is.
KU
Robin- her mom basically has a " brothel" type business using her own daughters for wealthy men.
I enjoyed this unique story with harsh realities but through faith and hope in our Lord it is survivable. They have a loving realistic hea but I didn't like the epilogue to vague and all the new characters didn't make much sense, maybe in the future Proxy bride books I can figure out who Nora is.
KU
September 15, 2023
Robin Sherman’s family was a bit unusual. I’m going to be a little cynical and wonder how much war time poverty had to do with her mother’s decisions and how much was just her inclination and desire for money. This is an interesting romance with a bit of dark side thanks to Robin’s background. I love that the author doesn’t leave you hanging regarding Robin’s sisters. The titles to their books are given at the end. Randolph was a good pick by Robin’s father to take care of her.
October 11, 2023
Randolph, Robin & Hope
This is an unusual Proxy Mail Order bride tale and I hope you enjoy reading it as I did. Randolph was contacted by his gravely ill Captain asking him to accept his daughter as his mail order bride to save her from further ruin. Rand accepts as he owes him to much. She was assaulted and bore an illegitimate daughter, Hope. You will enjoy reading this story.
This is an unusual Proxy Mail Order bride tale and I hope you enjoy reading it as I did. Randolph was contacted by his gravely ill Captain asking him to accept his daughter as his mail order bride to save her from further ruin. Rand accepts as he owes him to much. She was assaulted and bore an illegitimate daughter, Hope. You will enjoy reading this story.
February 13, 2023
Rand and Robin
Robin survived a horrendous attack at a very young age and is sent as a proxy bride to Rand so she would be spared further atrocities. The experiences are difficult but the story is gripping. This is a great story!
Robin survived a horrendous attack at a very young age and is sent as a proxy bride to Rand so she would be spared further atrocities. The experiences are difficult but the story is gripping. This is a great story!
December 13, 2022
Wow!
Great story! Characters are so real that you feel their fear, loss pain, joy and love. Couldn't put it down.
Great story! Characters are so real that you feel their fear, loss pain, joy and love. Couldn't put it down.
January 10, 2025
good book
This was a good book. I like this author. I recommend this book and author. I cannot wait to read the next book soon by this author.
This was a good book. I like this author. I recommend this book and author. I cannot wait to read the next book soon by this author.
October 27, 2024
GOD WILL MAKE AWAY WHERE THEIR IS NO WAY IF YOU WILL TRUST HIM
I really enjoyed this book very much it kept my attention until the end ,and I wonder what happened next ? A BRIDE FOR RANDOLPH: PROXY BRIDES BOOK 75 , BY MICHELE POLLOCK DALTON .
I really enjoyed this book very much it kept my attention until the end ,and I wonder what happened next ? A BRIDE FOR RANDOLPH: PROXY BRIDES BOOK 75 , BY MICHELE POLLOCK DALTON .
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