Set on the Kansas prairie in the year 1876, Melissa Jagears tells the story of Boston bred Julia Lockwood, who has agreed to be a mail-order bride for homesteader Everett Cline. The trouble is Everett never asked for one, at least this time. After 3 failed attempts to marry, Everett has resigned to the bachelor life. However, his best friend's wife has corresponded enough with Julia that she manages to convince her to come out to Kansas, failing to tell Everett until Julia arrives. Julia has never felt loved for who she truly is, only for how she can benefit others. Although, neither trusts the other, the attraction is there and a friendship grows. Everett learns to put God back in charge of his life, and helps Julia realize there is a God who loves her unconditionally.
This was a new author for me and one I will be sure to read again! I love any stories about mail-order brides and this one didn't disappoint. The dialogue and humor made me feel like I was living on the Kansas prairie with them. I stayed up way too late one night just because I had to know how the story ended! What a beautiful story...thanks Bethany House Publishers for providing me with a free copy to enjoy!
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