Abigail McKinnie refuses to allow her sisters to be dispersed across the nation as mail order brides. Despite the fact the union soldiers took everything from them during their march through Atlanta-their lands scorched, house burned, food stolen-she won’t give up. With a plan in place, she sets out for Kansas to her second cousin under the guise of marriage. But instead, she plans to convince him that the seven of them can help run the homestead for him. Her plan is full proof, until she makes the arduous journey to discover he’s dead.
Owen Baker vows to never have a woman in his life again after the death of so many in his life, but when Abigail McKinnie struts onto his land claiming ownership on behalf of her dead cousin, he’s dumbfounded by her drive and beauty. Despite her abilities and their attraction, he vows to throw her over his horse to deliver her to the first train home the minute she recuperates from her trip.
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Sexual Content - 1/5
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Violence - 3/5
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Summary
With her family's home destroyed from the war, Abigail sets out to save her sisters from being scattered as mail order brides by traveling to her cousin's claim in the territory. When she arrives and learns of her cousin's death, she must work hard to prove herself. Will she dare to let love into her heart along the way?
Abigail's reason for her journey was very practical, and I liked that about her. She was no shrinking daisy, but at the same time, she was almost too tough. It was difficult to believe how impervious she behaved. The only trace of vulnerability she was allowed was her nightmares from the war. I kept expecting her to send for her sisters immediately, since she left them in such bad place. This never happened and so we are left with the ending where her sisters have scattered.
Owen was an alright hero for Abigail, but he was forgettable in my opinion. He was kind but stubborn. the expected obstacle to their happiness was boring and had me rolling my eyes.
Overall, there was nothing terribly bad about the book. It's a clean read and enjoyable enough. It's just not making it onto any of my favorite shelves.
For fans of mail order bride stories, this gives exactly that.