Brides of Hope Hollow Series by Julia Ridgmont

She’s traveling west to help her mother begin a new life as a mail-order bride. What she doesn’t know is that she is about to become a mail-order bride, too. Melissa Eversoll Burgess’s hope of a wonderful life with her first husband went up in smoke the day she married him. Not only was his abuse difficult to take, but she also learned that he was deeply involved in crime—on the very day he died... moreShe’s traveling west to help her mother begin a new life as a mail-order bride. What she doesn’t know is that she is about to become a mail-order bride, too. Melissa Eversoll Burgess’s hope of a wonderful life with her first husband went up in smoke the day she married him. Not only was his abuse difficult to take, but she also learned that he was deeply involved in crime—on the very day he died. Now that they’re both widowed, Melissa and her mother are ready to start over in a place called Hope Hollow. When she is introduced to a handsome farmer and informed that she is to be his mail-order bride, she doesn’t know whether to hug him…or slap him. Garret Pearce came to Oregon three years ago to claim land and nurse a broken heart. Though he’s smitten with Melissa from their very first meeting, he’s not about to fall into that trap again. That is, until it becomes obvious she needs his protection. Entering a marriage of convenience may not have been in his plans, but now that he’s got a wife—and a pretty one at that—he realizes that keeping his heart from being torn in two is going to be the challenge of his life. One that he just might lose. Will Melissa and Garret get a second chance at love? Welcome to Hope Hollow, Oregon, a place where hope abounds for the downtrodden and weary, and where peace and love abide amidst life’s trials. less

Running from her father's murderer might keep her safe for a while, but it won't protect her heart.January 1882Alexandra Carter was supposed to marry Jacob Mahoney. At least, that was what her younger self believed when he worked in her father's blacksmith shop years ago. At that impressionable age, she could have watched his well-muscled arms perform such manly work for hours... moreRunning from her father's murderer might keep her safe for a while, but it won't protect her heart.January 1882Alexandra Carter was supposed to marry Jacob Mahoney. At least, that was what her younger self believed when he worked in her father's blacksmith shop years ago. At that impressionable age, she could have watched his well-muscled arms perform such manly work for hours. But then he suddenly disappeared and she became her father's assistant, discovering in the process that females could do the work just as well, if not better.Then, one fateful day, when everything falls apart, the only way Alexandra can escape immediate danger is to disguise herself as a young man—and find Jake. But where did he go? And what will she tell him when she finds him? If he knows that someone is after her, and possibly him, too, will he be willing to put his life on the line?Jake Mahoney thinks he's found his niche in the small town of Hope Hollow, Oregon. As the town's blacksmith, folks trust him to perform quality work in a timely manner—and he's able to deliver. That is, until a skating accident leaves him incapacitated. When a young apprentice offers his assistance, it seems that fate is smiling on him. But why does he seem so familiar? And what is he hiding? By the time he discovers the key to unlock that mystery, it might be too late.Can Jake and Alexandra rekindle their friendship and forge a love that will never be broken? Book 3 in the popular series, Brides of Hope Hollow, shows the power of faith and hope when love in disguise eventually sees the light of day. less

She's trying to get a lost family heirloom back. He's trying to catch two notorious thieves. In order to accomplish both, they'll have to put everything, including their hearts, on the line.June 1882Emma Hutchins is tired of being stuck at home, helping her mother tend to her eight younger siblings. She wants adventure and romance. But mostly, she wants a new life outside of Hope Hollow, Oregon... moreShe's trying to get a lost family heirloom back. He's trying to catch two notorious thieves. In order to accomplish both, they'll have to put everything, including their hearts, on the line.June 1882Emma Hutchins is tired of being stuck at home, helping her mother tend to her eight younger siblings. She wants adventure and romance. But mostly, she wants a new life outside of Hope Hollow, Oregon. When she is held up during a bank robbery, she needs help getting out of the terrifying situation alive. When that help comes in the form of U.S. Marshal Patrick Carter, she doesn’t know whether to slug him—or kiss him.Patrick Carter left southern Oregon years ago after an argument with his father. Now both of his parents are gone, and he wants to rebuild his relationship with his sister, who is married and living in Hope Hollow. The problem? Lovely Miss Emma Hutchins, who thinks she’s smart and brave enough to chase after a couple of dangerous bandits. Fearing she’ll get herself killed in the process—and maybe him, too—Patrick reluctantly partners up with her even though it goes against everything he’s been taught. And the townspeople are talking…But when Patrick and Emma discover an even bigger plot to swindle money from innocent folks, they are faced with more danger than they first realized. Will their growing attraction get in the way of catching the thieves, or will they finally be able to admit their feelings for each other?Read all of the books in the Brides of Hope Hollow series today! less

He’s a Pinkerton agent hoping to break up a cattle rustling ring. What will he do when all clues lead to the beautiful widow he's falling for?Rebekah Iverson is riddled with guilt and grief over her husband’s death. Not only that, but not knowing who viciously attacked him has left her jittery with nerves. When a handsome stranger appears at her door, she's tempted to turn him away. After all, a woman with three children and no husband can't be too careful... moreHe’s a Pinkerton agent hoping to break up a cattle rustling ring. What will he do when all clues lead to the beautiful widow he's falling for?Rebekah Iverson is riddled with guilt and grief over her husband’s death. Not only that, but not knowing who viciously attacked him has left her jittery with nerves. When a handsome stranger appears at her door, she's tempted to turn him away. After all, a woman with three children and no husband can't be too careful. Yet something about him draws her to him like a moth to a flame, and she can't help but think she's about to be burned again.Pinkerton agent Grayson Reeves has spent the past three years investigating a string of cattle thefts, not realizing that the person he was searching for was right under his nose the whole time. The precious few clues Grayson has found have led him to the doorstep of beautiful Rebekah Iverson. Working for her will surely uncover the information he needs - as long as he doesn't give in to his attraction for the lovely widow. He knows all too well that a distracted Pinkerton is a dead one.Just when Grayson thinks he's close to cracking the case, another turn of events throws him and Rebekah into danger. Will he be able to save her and capture the real criminal?Will Rebekah be able to forgive him - and more importantly - trust him with her heart once she discovers the truth about him?Don’t miss the exciting conclusion of the Brides of Hope Hollow series! Order your copy today! less