Bøger af Linda Bridey

A clean historical western cowboy romance novel about a mail order bride. Montana Mail Order Brides - Westward Series Book 19. Edwina Bradbury, sole heiress of a vast fortune has finally agreed to come to Dawson to visit her family. She has been further enticed by an advertisement from a handsome English butler, Randall Cranston, who works for Dawson's mayor, Joe Dwyer. Randall is instantly charmed by Edwina's wit and independence. Each of them are at a point in their lives when they feel they may be ready to settle down-with the right person, of course. Their attraction is immediate and they embark on a romance that blossoms even amid tragedy and shocking events with the community of Dawson. Will their relationship survive or will they be torn asunder by the horrible truths and stunning secrets learned?

A clean historical western cowboy romance novel about a mail order bride. Montana Mail Order Brides - Westward Series Book 17.

How will Sofia Carter choose between two handsome men? Ranch foreman, Travis Desmond and army captain, Zeb Rawlins compete for her affections. Which man will win in a game of love played during a dangerous time in Echo?

After a disastrous marriage, Eric Samuels' heart lies in tatters and he's sworn off romance. That is until a beautiful raven-haired whirlwind blows into his life.Nisha Raine is a free-spirited, unstoppable force. She races into town on a coal-black mare with the speed of a hurricane and the heart of a champion, intent on competing in the Dawson Derby.When Nisha and Eric meet, a clash of wills ensues. However, neither can deny their intense attraction. Can they bridge the divide and cross the finish line together, or will their differences make them falter and lose the race?

Womanizing, hard drinking Sal Terranova is given an ultimatum by his parents to either change his carousing ways or get out. Furious at first, Sal packs his things, ready to go it on his own. However, his brother, Gino, changes his mind when he challenges Sal to a bet to see who can get married first. Sal accepts and begins his search for the future Mrs. Terranova. Lulu Johansson has spent six months writing men in the hopes of becoming a mail-order bride since she can't find a man in New York. She comes to the conclusion that she is boring and plain and, finally fed up, she takes action to become a new woman. As she begins to blossom, she begins writing to Sal, thinking that he sounds dashing and exciting. A strong attraction begins as soon as they meet and they embark on a romance that they hope will culminate in a perfect marriage. When the road to happiness becomes rocky, they grow painfully disconnected and it looks like the rough road may lead to darkness. Can the joy of the holiday season bring them back into the light or is their romance doomed?

A clean historical western cowboy romance novel about a mail order bride. Montana Mail Order Brides - Westward Series Book 16. Rachel Crispin left Dawson in shame and heartbreak, headed for Canada to live with her Aunt Amelia. Five years later, her aunt has passed away and she's lonely and humiliated by a man who betrayed her. Without her aunt, life in Canada isn't meaningful any longer, and she is homesick for Dawson. Her checkered past there gives her pause about moving back home. Then an unexpected letter arrives, enticing her to come back. Rachel decides she's stayed away long enough and that it's time to face the people she wronged and make things right. After his last attempt at finding a mail-order-bride, Will Foster isn't having luck the second time around, either. None of the women who have written to him pique his interest in the least and he despairs that he'll ever find a wife. When Rachel's adoptive mother, Sammi Taylor approaches him about writing to Rachel, he decides to take a chance on her. After all, what does he have to lose? Rachel arrives in Dawson, but not everyone is happy to see her. Will, on the other hand, is instantly smitten with the beautiful brunette and she shares his feelings. Their romance blossoms as fall comes on, but a threat from Rachel's past puts their relationship in jeopardy. Jealousy, anger, and resentment become their enemies. Can they move past these obstacles and obtain the joy they once knew?

A clean historical western cowboy romance novel about a mail order bride. Montana Mail Order Brides - Westward Series Book 18.

A clean historical western cowboy romance novel about a mail order bride. Montana Mail Order Brides - Westward Series Book 21 For several years, Tom Sebastian has come to Dawson for a yearly visit. After deciding to make Dawson his permanent home, he also begins looking for a wife. Since it's worked out very well for quite a few men in Dawson, Tom decides to advertise for a bride. When he arrives in Dawson that June, there are a pile of letters awaiting him, but one captures his attention much more than any of the others. Tom thinks that this is the right woman with whom to correspond-or is she? Ivy Danvers dreams of marrying a kind, handsome man someday. After her father's repeated attempts to marry her to a local man who is twice her age, she knows that she has to leave her hometown of Crystal Cove, South Dakota in order to find the man of her dreams. However, with only a dollar in her pocket, Ivy knows she doesn't have the money to make a long journey. When she finds Tom's advertisement in the newspaper, she sees that he's only a couple days' travel away from her and decides to write him. Tom is charmed by her witty letters and she is attracted to his kindness and intelligence. Upon meeting, Tom discovers that instead of the refined, genteel lady he's expecting, Ivy is a wild mountain girl who hasn't known very much kindness or security. Despite her poor social class, Tom is charmed by her beauty, wit, and pure heart. Ivy has never met anyone like the handsome, elegant Virginian and she's instantly smitten with him. Their attraction is immediate and so powerful that they can hardly bear to be apart despite their differences in social class, education, and worldly outlook. Neither of them care about any of those things-but others do. Can they fight through the difficulties that arise in the face of outside influences or will lack of faith and hardened hearts doom their love?

A clean historical western cowboy romance novel about a mail order bride. Montana Mail Order Brides - Westward Series Book 15. Zoe Fontaine comes from Green Bay, Wisconsin to marry Will Foster, a handsome assistant feed mill manager with a heart of gold. He's funny, kind, and smart; the perfect man for her, except for one thing. When it becomes glaringly apparent that neither is attracted to the other, they agree to part ways. While Zoe feels badly about the situation, she can't deny her fascination with the young, mesmerizing Lakota brave, Raven. Raven helps Zoe out of a tricky situation one night and instantly becomes attracted to her. She's beautiful, clumsy, sweet, funny, and he wants her for his own. Though he's afraid of stepping on his friend, Will's toes, he begins a campaign to sway Zoe's affections in his direction. Raven knows that he's the right man for Zoe and is determined to convince her of it. Once her choice has been made, Zoe and Raven become the picture of happiness and plan their wedding. However, horrible events take place that no one could have foreseen and their future together hangs in the balance. Are the odds insurmountable or can they find a way to reconnect and regain the joy they used to share?

A historical western cowboy romance novella about a mail order bride.** A clean romance novella **Madelyn O'Connor is beautiful, popular, and comfortable with her opulent life. That is until she is brutally attacked by the son of one of the wealthiest families in Pittsburgh. Her parents are ready to fight the case out in the courts, but Madelyn doesn't want any publicity about it. She wants to forget that it ever happened, but can't.Her family grows increasingly worried about the depressive state she falls into and they try to come up with ways to help her, but nothing seems to work. Tessa feels that it would be best for Madelyn to get far away from the city and wants her to come to Montana, but Madelyn is resistant to the idea.Seth Samuels, Tessa's brother-in-law, becomes injured when he and his men are attacked by wild dogs on a cattle drive. He's morose and anxious over the prospect of not being able to participate in drives any longer. Tessa sees two people she loves hurting and thinks that maybe they can help each other when no one else can. She appeals to Seth to help convince Madelyn to come west. Seth refuses at first, but then figures that since he can't do much else he might as well try to help.Madelyn and Seth begin a volley of letters in which Seth entices Madelyn to come meet him. She finds him charming and eventually cannot resist his entreaties. She and Tessa convince her parents to let her make the trip. Geoffrey agrees to accompany his second eldest daughter to Montana.When Seth and Madelyn meet they are instantly attracted to each other, but when Seth's condition becomes even more serious, Seth is prepared to face the worst. Madelyn isn't about to give up on him, however, and becomes determined to help the man with whom she's smitten to heal. Together they embark on a journey of recovery as Seth agrees to go back East to get more modern treatment. As their relationship deepens there are seemingly insurmountable obstacles that threaten to tear them apart. Can each of them compromise in order to have a future together or will their pride keep them from realizing their dreams?

A clean historical western cowboy romance novel about a mail order bride. Frankie Scorrano has dreamt of being a teacher, but once she finishes college, she's unable to find work or a man she wants to marry. She takes a chance and answers a mail-order bride advertisement from a young photographer from Dawson, Montana. Their letters make her half fall in love with him and when he asks her to come to Dawson, Frankie jumps at the chance, especially because Dawson is in need of another teacher. It seems like a perfect fit for her. D.J. Samuels is a single father to a son that he had out of wedlock. With Sawyer's mother dying in childbirth, D.J. not only wants a wife, but a mother for Sawyer. He's captivated by Frankie's letters and by the woman herself when they meet. She's everything he could ever want in a woman. Their relationship quickly turns passionate and their feelings for each other blossom into love. However, a terrible illness strikes, leaving behind complications. Can their love survive bitterness and rage or will it succumb to heartbreak and despair?

Includes never before published bonus novel/story. Shy Skip Keller and beautiful Peanut Lennox, helped by some matchmakers, find romance while traveling through the Black Hills. Will the magic of the ancient mountains create an unbreakable bond or will it be torn asunder by anger and mistrust?

She craves excitement. His children need a mother. Can they overcome secrets to let love ride off into the sunset?Tessa O'Connor's longing for adventure is unsated by the boring men in her high-society circles. So the bold young woman plots her escape by answering the eloquent courtship letters of a Montana rancher. Fleeing her wealthy family on a midnight train, she's delighted the man is handsomer than she imagined but perplexed by his dour demeanor.Dean Samuels doesn't know where to turn. Raising two kids and running the ranch after his wife's untimely death has become a mountainous task. Captivated by Tessa, he dreads the day when he must confess his younger brother wrote every word of his heartfelt correspondence.While wedding bells duly chime, Tessa is devastated when she discovers the betrayal of her most intimate moments and demands they sleep apart. And with his children now firmly attached to her, Dean worries he's damaged more hearts than just his own.Will Tessa and Dean find their way back to trust and grow a beautiful future?Mail Order Bride: Westward Winds is the first book in the charming Montana Mail Order Brides historical Western romance series. If you like strong-willed characters, star-crossed lovers, and family drama, then you'll adore Linda Bridey's heartwarming tale.

A clean historical western mystery romance novel . When famous bounty hunter, Thad McIntyre, and lonely widow, Jessie Alderman, meet, a fiery romance flares between them, but terrible events threaten their happiness. A mysterious stranger also arrives in Echo Canyon. Is he friend or foe?

Nick Terranova and Maura, both broken in their own ways, embark on a romance, but just when happiness is on the horizon for them, obstacles arise that test their faith. Will they overcome them or succumb to despair and disappointment?

Gino Terranova hopes for a future with Carrie Sheehan-but when she springs surprises on him, can he forgive her so they can be happy together? Carrie must regain Gino's trust-can she do it or is all hope lost?

A historical western cowboy romance novel about a mail order bride. ** A clean romance novel ** Lacey Reagan's father, Amos, is a violent alcoholic who takes out his frustrations on his daughter. Lacey knows it's only a matter of time until he kills her, so when an opportunity arises to run away, she takes it. After answering a mail-order-bride advertisement out of desperation, a gallant stranger offers her his assistance in escaping her life of fear and misery. Joe Dwyer, family friend to Luke Samuels and company, receives Lacey's frantic plea for help, and can't ignore it. The playboy with a heart of gold provides Lacey with the means to make the trip from North Dakota to Montana, but doesn't have entirely altruistic motives. In order to gain his inheritance and get rid of his own hated father, Joe needs a wife. When they meet, neither of them intends for their relationship to be anything other than a business arrangement, but as they get to know each other that begins to change. Tragedy strikes, threatening to break their hearts and destroy the bliss they've found with each other. With their future together on the line, Lacey and Joe must decide if they have what it takes to make their marriage one that's real or keep it just business between them.

A clean historical western cowboy romance novel about a mail order bride. Echo Canyon Brides - Book 1 Josie Bainbridge dreams of finding a husband, but there aren't any available men in Pullman. Evan Taft thinks mail-order brides for the single men in Echo might save the town. Can he and Josie overcome evil forces and keep their love alive?

Two years ago, Chief Black Fox was devastated when he lost his wife, Wind Spirit, to meningitis. His heart shriveled the day she died and the grief has weighed heavily on him ever since. Worse yet, his life seems to lack purpose and he spends many of his days alone and bored. For a proud Lakota chief, such a life is the kiss of death. From out of nowhere, three orphans enter his life and change it in a way he never imagined. He also never thought he'd meet anyone like Beth Langley. The orphanage in Wolf Point, the Thayer House, is low on money, time, and resources. Things need to be fixed, there are more children than they have room or money to take care of properly. Beth Langley, the administrator, begs and borrows from wherever she can, even using her own meager pay to care for the kids as best she and her small staff can. When three kids she placed with a couple a few months prior go missing, she's beside herself with worry. Upon first meeting Black Fox, Beth is mesmerized by the tall, exotic chief, but he doesn't have a clue-that is until his close friend Joe tips him off. Neither can deny what the Lakota call "two souls brushing" and, united by a common cause and drawn closer by their unlikely attraction, they begin a life of renewal and hope. But can they find their way to the horizon that promises everlasting love and happiness, or will the path there be forever darkened by anger and pride?

A clean historical western cowboy romance novel about a mail order bride. Montana Mail Order Brides - Westward Series: Book 14. Deena Abbott has pined for handsome ranch foreman, Eddie Baxter, for almost two years, but he barely notices her. When she hears he is looking for a mail-order-bride, she can't resist throwing her hat in the ring. In a daring attempt at snagging Eddie's heart, Deena does something completely unexpected. She'll do whatever it takes to win his heart, but first she has to get his attention. Eddie Baxter is ready to settle down. The only problem is that there doesn't seem to be anyone around who catches his eye. He tries to find a mail-order-bride, but isn't thrilled with the results from the ad that was placed for him. That is, until he receives one letter that intrigues him. His buddy Joe always told him that the most unusual letter is the one to choose, so he takes a chance on it and gets more than he bargained for. Amid unrest and turmoil, Eddie and Deena embark on a romance despite an unconventional beginning. Their hearts become connected, but lies, mistrust, and upheaval in Dawson could put an end to the happiness they found. Will their love be strong enough to weather the changes that lie ahead?

Tim Dwyer and Renee Keller embark on a romantic journey, but their budding relationship is threatened by storms of horror and heartache. Can they ride out the storm or will their hopes be dashed?

A historical western cowboy romance novel about a mail order bride. *Sweet Clean Romance novel* It has been three long years since Sparrow, a young Lakota woman, has seen Jack Samuels, the handsome deputy who captured her heart. Forced by her father to marry a man she has come to loath, Sparrow lives a life of sadness and fear. Panther, her husband is physically abusive and though Sparrow tries to divorce him according to Lakota law, her father, the chief of their tribe will not allow the divorce to take place. Knowing that if she stays that she will continue to live in misery or even be killed, Sparrow plans a daring escape with help from a friend. Through her friend, Sparrow reaches out to Jack for assistance in getting away and coming home. Jack Samuels has never forgotten his beautiful Lakota maiden. When he receives a letter from one Sasha McCall in Nebraska, he is shocked to find this letter containing an entreaty from Sparrow to come rescue her. Jack jumps into action and with help from his father and their Lakota friend, Reckless, begins a race to reach Sparrow. When they reunite, their passion and love picks up right where they left off. Once back in Dawson, the couple begins plans to wed so that no one can ever separate them again. This is not easy amid the dangers that lurk everywhere, but the biggest danger comes in the form of secrets and lies and the fabric of Jack and Sparrow's relationship is torn. Can they find their way back into each other's arms or is the handsome deputy and the Lakota maiden's love to be forever denied?

A clean historical western cowboy romance novel about a mail order bride. Montana Mail Order Brides - Westward Series Book 13. Gina Silvetti arrives in Dawson, Montana, expecting to marry the man she has been corresponding with for several months only to find out that he has passed away. Stranded with very little money and two children to take care of, she has no idea what will happen to them. That is until she meets handsome, eccentric Deputy Rick Westlake. He befriends Gina and her children, arranging for her to stay with Dawson's mayor, Joe Dwyer and his wife Lacey. Gina is instantly attracted to Rick, and is grateful to him for helping her and her children. Deputy Rick Westlake is a slightly odd man in that he uses a ferret in his line of work and says many strange things. No one knows much about him and he chooses not to enlighten them until the time is right. Gina is the most beautiful woman he's ever met and her kids are wonderful. Rick becomes determined to have her, but he is haunted by a terrible past that could threaten any future happiness between the two of them. Through many twists and turns the couple gives in to their feelings for each other. But Rick's past and all of his secrets become huge obstacles that they may not be able to overcome. Will Gina be able to accept all the mystery that is Rick? Will Rick be able to get rid of all of his demons so that Gina and he can build a life together? Secrets and family strife may destroy any chance they have to secure to a happy future.

A historical western cowboy romance novel about a mail order bride. ** A clean romance novel ** Sammi Jameson has seen her two best friends leave Walhalla and move to Dawson, Montana. She's lonely and bored. So when her friend Jamie lets her know that another eligible bachelor is up for grabs in Dawson, Sammi waits for the ad to be posted and isn't disappointed. A handsome lawman is in need of a wife and Sammi knows she's the perfect woman for the job. She sets her sights on the deputy and heads off to Montana. Deputy Mitch Taylor is looking for a woman who's strong, independent, and beautiful. Sammi Jameson fits the bill to a T. His boss and friend, Sheriff Allen passes away unexpectedly, leaving him with a lot of unexpected responsibility as the new sheriff. When Sammi arrives in town, she proceeds to shake things up, including him. The gun-toting, tough woman might just be more than he bargained for. Amid danger and desire, they make a passionate connection. While Dawson is in upheaval, Mitch and Sammi are experiencing their own difficulties. Broken promises and heartache plague the couple and their marriage may fall victim to their love being lost forever.

Billy Two Moons is an Indian raised in Echo Canyon, Montana, a largely white society. Everyone likes the gregarious young man, but no one wants their daughters to marry an Indian. Seeing two of his closest friends find love with mail-order brides, Billy decides to find his own mail-order bride. He thinks Callie Carlisle is that woman and is excited about her arrival. Then his friend, Lucky Quinn, asks him to accompany him on a quest to the Cheyenne reservation in Oklahoma to retrieve his Cheyenne wife and child. Knowing how important this is to Lucky, Billy agrees to go, trusting his other friends to explain his absence to Callie. Nina is a white woman raised in Indian society after being captured as a child by the Kiowa. At a teenager, she was traded to a Cheyenne man who married and mistreated her. After the death of her husband, she overhears about the meeting with Lucky, she follows the party and begs Lucky and Billy to take her with them to escape the ridicule and anger aimed at her every day. They grant her request and she accompanies them. The trip back to Echo becomes a bizarre adventure with unexpected turns that cause Billy and Nina to become married. Initially, Billy is angry over the situation and feels guilty about letting Callie down. However, he can't fight his growing attraction to his beautiful, young wife, and the two fall in love. Once back in Echo, they face racism and heartbreaking events that threaten their love that burns bright. Can they work together to overcome the adversity they face or is their new found happiness doomed to burn and die?

In 1918, Sawyer Samuels is injured in The Great War and given a medical discharge. He's sent back to his hometown of Dawson, Montana, but it's a bittersweet homecoming. There is more to his discharge than he can tell most people. Shortly after coming home, Sawyer runs into Devon Dwyer, the woman who rejected his marriage proposal before he enlisted in the army. His feelings for her are as strong as ever, but after their painful parting, there's no going back. Seeing Sawyer again drives home the point to Devon that her heart still belongs to him even though she's tried to move on. However, she knows the situation is hopeless. There's still too much anger and pain between them to reconcile-or is there? Enter a group of their wily friends who have some tricks up their sleeves to push Sawyer and Devon to attempt to repair their broken relationship. As the Christmas season begins, chaos and mayhem ensue. Meanwhile, tensions in Dawson rise as suspicions rise and threaten the peace and well-being of their town. Can Sawyer and Devon recapture the love they once shared? Can the citizens of Dawson rise to the challenges and dangers that arise? Join the adventure and find out.

When Daisy Newton comes to marry Corporal Cade Hadley, has she found the man of her dreams? Evan and company desperately search for the serial killer. Could Corey March be involved or is he as innocent as he claims?

A historical western cowboy romance novel about a mail order bride. *Sweet Clean Romance novel* The last time Sasha McCall had been in Dawson, she had met the dashing Dr. Ben Walker and had been instantly smitten. His dark good looks and soft Georgia accent captivated her. Now back home in Nebraska, her life is devoid of warmth and joy. Already planning to move to Dawson, Sasha receives a letter from Ben that gives her even more reason to return there. She hurries her plans along so that she can travel as soon as possible. Unable to get the gorgeous Sasha out of his head, Ben Walker makes a daring move to find out if Sasha returns his feelings. Her beauty, bravery, and warmth are just a few of the things he admires about her. Upon receiving an answer in the affirmative from her, Ben begins exchanging letters with the woman who has captured his imagination and possibly his heart. When she arrives in Dawson, Sasha and Ben begin a romance full of promise and passion. Their relationship deepens and they share joy like neither of them have ever experienced before. Desire and love flare during the joyous Christmas season, but a test of faith intervenes and things turn dark for the couple. Can they find the light again or are they doomed to a life of darkness.

Lucky Quinn still fights the heartache inside over the loss of his wife, Avasa, to another man. However, his son, Otto, needs a mother and Lucky is a firm believer in a child having two parents if at all possible. He places a mail-order-bride advertisement, but his heart just isn't in the search. Then after a suggestion from his friend, Win, Lucky begins looking at it from a practical angle; look for a mother for Otto and a woman with a skill that Echo needs. If he can do that, it'll be a winning situation for everyone. Leah Carter is a cobbler by trade and desires a husband and family, but can she find a man willing to marry a deaf woman? When she receives Lucky's first letter, she's certain that she'd found just such a man. His story touches her heart and she can hardly believe that he's accepting of both her profession and her deafness. When the two meet, their respect and attraction for one another begins to grow and neither can believe how lucky they are to have found each other. As they begin to plan their future together, unexpected events interfere and threaten their happiness. Will good fortune keep smiling on them or will their luck run out and destroy their dreams?

A historical western cowboy romance novel about a mail order bride. ** Sweet clean romance novel ** Abby Porter dreams of finding the perfect man. He doesn't exist in Wabasha, Minnesota, however, so she casts her net wider by answering mail-order-bride advertisements. She has no luck until she comes across one from a general store owner in Dawson, Montana. Upon receiving his first letter, Abby is smitten and she just knows that he's the perfect man for her. He's logical, methodical, and funny. Elliot Bradbury owns the general mercantile store in Dawson. After the recent death of his beloved father, Elliot finds that he has more time on his hands than he knows what to do with. Loneliness also plagues him despite having some good friends. At their urging, Elliot places an ad for a bride. He's skeptical until he receives a letter from a woman who captures his attention and his heart with her unusual letters. After corresponding for almost three months, Elliot and Abby are more than ready to meet. When they do, it's like they've always known each other, and their romance is off to a wonderful start. He keeps the vivacious, energetic woman grounded and she brings laughter and impulsiveness to his life. Things are perfect until the town of Dawson must face a hard decision and another man enters the picture. Will their perfect romance survive outside influences or will it be shattered and their love lost?