The Texas Brides Collection: 9 Complete Stories

Tender Romances form between fiery and independent women and handsome rangers and sheriffs in this interesting collection of stories. If you love western romances these stories will be sure to touch your heart as romance blooms in the west. (Rebekah Haynes Novel's Corner 2013-04-05)The book is wonder and I would recommend this read to anyone who likes romance and western romance. (Barbara Hightower babsbookbistro.net 2013-05-27)These stories are very enjoyable and entertaining when sitting outside with a soft drink, some shade with some time on readers’ hands.xa0 They each are faith-filled as well as unique in some ways, but there is something else that ties them together. (Lisa Johnson blogspot.com 2013-06-04)This is a very sweet collection of many different types of love stories. I enjoyed the many different stories set out in the old west of Texas as these men and women found love through their struggles. (Brittany McEuen Britt Reads Fiction 2013-12-21) Book Description Penned by an exclusive selection of Christian fiction authors—including DiAnn Mills and Kathleen Y'Barbo—this collection of nine historical romances will become an instant favorite of fans of inspirational romance. Can the lonely, the lawful, and the lawless find love in Texas? Find Love in the Lone Star State The Lone Star State was settled by both the lawful and the lawless. In this collection of dramatic short stores, nine romances are formed between fiercely independent Texans. Texas Rangers turn from chasing outlaws to courting women who are determined to remain independent. . . . Outlaws attempt to change their ways, but love seems to ask a higher price of them than crime once did. . . . It’s a wild ride through Texas history, but can the lawful, the lawless—and the lonely—find love? Penned by an exclusive selection of Christian fiction authors, this collection of historical romance will become an instant favorite of fans of inspirational fiction. Serena’s Strength by DiAnn Mills The Reluctant Fugitive by Darlene Mindrup Saving Grace by Kathleen Y’Barbo An Inconvenient Gamble by Michelle Ule Angel in Disguise by Darlene Franklin Reuben’s Atonement by Lynette Sowell The Peacemaker by DiAnn Mills Outlaw Sheriff by Kathleen Miller A Gamble on Love by Tamela Hancock Murray Front flap: (30-word blurbs for 5) Serena’s Strength by DiAnn Mills Serena Talbot seems small and frail. In fact, for the two years Ranger Chet Wilkinson has known her, he believed her to be a young teenager. Suddenly Serena has proved herself to be a woman of uncommon strength, and Chet has taken notice. But Serena’s very protective father won’t hear of a ranger courting his only child. The Reluctant Fugitive by Darlene Mindrup Caught up in a bank robbery, April Hansen finds herself the prisoner of Ranger Yellow Wolf Jackson and under suspicion for aiding a band of gangsters. How then can April feel peace in the midst of stormy weather and pending trial? And what is this undercurrent she experiences every time Wolf looks at her, a plain seamstress? Saving Grace by Kathleen Y’Barbo Captain Jedadiah Harte is ready to walk away from his old lifestyle as a Texas Ranger and serve only God. A stray bullet, though, has thwarted his trip to Galveston to start a ministry, and it seems to be the answer to Grace Delaney’s prayers. Jed may be willing to help her keep her river supply landing running for a while, but can he make an even greater commitment when asked? An Inconvenient Gamble by Michelle Ule After yellow fever takes her parents and husband, Jenny Duncan is left to manage the family and horse ranch on her own. Civil War veteran Charles Moss has left many regrets behind and become both a surveyor and teacher. His newfound religious convictions falter, however, when he meets the pretty Jenny and is drawn into advising her in business matters. Angel in Disguise by Darlene Franklin Owen Cooper investigates a series of bizarre burglaries among San Antonio’s wealthiest citizens. When charming newcomer Rosie Carson crosses his path, will his search end in jail—or love? Back flap: (30-word blurbs for 4) Reuben’s Atonement by Lynette Sowell Reuben Wilson returns home with a load of regrets. As a young man, he led his brothers down a path of crime and broke the heart of Charlotte Jeffers. Now with his debt to society paid, he tries to atone for the past and reclaim what he has lost. Charlotte wants to believe Reuben has changed, but an accusation threatens to destroy his plans for their future. The Peacemaker by DiAnn Mills The day Huntsville Prison cut loose Colt Wilson he thought the answer to his problems was money—until he met his ex-partner’s widow and her spunky daughters. It doesn’t take long for Colt to see he’s met his matchxa0with Anne Langley. But a murderer stalks the Langley ranch, and Colt and Annexa0fear for her daughters’ safety. Outlaw Sheriff by Kathleen Y’Barbo When former outlaw turned law-abiding Christian Caleb Wilsonxa0wanders into town, the townsfolk think he’s the new sheriff. Caleb is happy to accept the honor, until Lydia Bertrand arrives with the news that she is the sheriff’s mail-order bride. Will the new sheriff admit his true identity to the citizens and his reluctant bride-to-be, or will he keep the job and gain a wife in the process? A Gamble on Love by Tamela Hancock Murray Benjamin Wilson and Pearl Hubert team up to swindle gamblers—until she leaves to tend her dying ma. Moral Mama will have no sinning in her house. Will they hit the road again together, or will they find more reward in love, prayer, and a miracle from God? Bestselling author Darlene Franklin’s greatest claim to fame is that she writes full-time from a nursing home. She lives in Oklahoma, near her son and his family, and continues her interests in playing the piano and singing, books, good fellowship, and reality TV in addition to writing. She is an active member of Oklahoma City Christian Fiction Writers, American Christian Fiction Writers, and the Christian Authors Network. She has written over fifty books and more than 250 devotionals. Her historical fiction ranges from the Revolutionary War to World War II, from Texas to Vermont. You can find Darlene online at www.darlenefranklinwrites.com DiAnn Mills is a bestselling author who believes her readers should expect an adventure. She combines unforgettable characters with unpredictable plots to create action-packed, suspense-filled novels. Her titles have appeared on the CBA and ECPA bestseller lists; won two Christy Awards; and been finalists for the RITA, Daphne Du Maurier, Inspirational Readers’ Choice, and Carol award contests. Library Journal presented her with a Best Books 2014: Genre Fiction award in the Christian Fiction category for Firewall . DiAnn is a founding board member of the American Christian Fiction Writers; the 2015 president of the Romance Writers of America’s Faith, Hope & Love chapter; and a member of Advanced Writers and Speakers Association and International Thriller Writers. She speaks to various groups and teaches writing workshops around the country. She and her husband live in sunny Houston, Texas. DiAnn is very active online and would love to connect with readers on any of the social media platforms listed at www.diannmills.com. xa0DARLENE MINDRUP is a full-time homemaker and home-school teacher. Once a 'radical feminist,' she fanned her independent streak in the army, then turned into a 'radical Christian' after a heart changing encounter with the Lord. Darlene lives in Arizona with her husband and two children. She believes 'romance is for everyone, not just the young and beautiful.' She has a passion for historical research, which is obvious in her detailed historical novels about places time seems to have forgotten. Tamela Hancock Murray is the author of over thirty novels and nonfiction works. She feels honored and humbled that her books have placed her on bestseller lists and that one of her Barbour titles, Destinations, won an RWA Inspirational Readers Choice Award.xa0Tamela has been a literary agent since 2001 and is with The Steve Laube Agency.xa0 xa0 Tamela lives in Virginia with her husband of over thirty years. They are the parents of two lovely daughters. Tamela enjoys church, reading, and spending time with her immediate and extended family and friends. xa0 Tamela is passionate about edifying and encouraging other Christians throughxa0her work.xa0She always enjoys hearing from readers. Please visit her on Facebook and Twitter. Lynette Sowell is an award-winning author with New England roots, but she makes her home in Central Texas with her husband and a herd of five cats. When she’s not writing, she edits medical reports and chases down stories for the local newspaper. Read more