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When Gideon Westcott left his privileged life in England to make a name for himself in America's wool industry, he never expected to become a father overnight. And five-year-old Isabella hasn't uttered a word since she lost her mother. The unconventionality of the new governess concerns Gideon--and intrigues him at the same time. But he can't afford distractions. He has a ranch to run, a shearing to oversee, and a suspicious fence-cutting to investigate.
When Isabella's uncle comes to claim the child--and her inheritance--Gideon and Adelaide must work together to protect Isabella from the man's evil schemes. And soon neither can deny their growing attraction. But after so many heartbreaks, will Adelaide be willing to get her head out of the clouds and put her heart on the line?
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Posted October 30, 2012
This was one I couldn't put down
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Posted May 22, 2012
A little slow in parts. Nevertheless, an enjoyable read.
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Posted March 15, 2012
I enjoyed the liveliness of this story. I connected addie since i always had my head in a book as well. I truly enjoyed this book.
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Posted October 10, 2011
I LOVE this author. Wish she could write faster (:
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Was this review helpful? Yes NoThank you for your feedback. Report this reviewThank you, this review has been flagged.Can two people, so right for each other, find a deep and lasting love on a sheep ranch in Menard County, Texas? Adelaide Proctor, full of sunshine and joy, had waded through lies and loss to get to where God intended for her to be. That place was an attic-turned-schoolroom, on an ebony mare named Sheba, in vibrant yellow gowns, and in a small window to barricade those she loved from danger.
With a daily dose of God's courage and love, she learned that sometimes you have to get your head out of the clouds and put your heart and life on the line--take a risk and trust God--to be able to administer and also receive the gift of an unfathomable and cherishing love.
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Was this review helpful? Yes NoThank you for your feedback. Report this reviewThank you, this review has been flagged.I Loved this book..Adelaide was led to believe Henry loved her. So she gives up her job and everything to go to Fort Worth, only to learn that he has a wife and a son. She is devastated but she is only mourning the life she wanted as a wife and mother...she really doesn't love Henry. Looking up to the clouds and praying God sends her a message.
She applies for and gets the job of Governess for Isabella. What a delightful relationship she forms with Izzy...can just picture them as they clean the attic room!
What Adelaide doesn't expect is to fall in Love with Gideon, Izzy's Guardian and new father to her. Love the way things work out for them, but things can't stay perfect...enter the evil Uncle Reginald who will do anything to gain control of the child's fortune.
Once you pick up this wonderful book...you have to keep reading to the end.
The book and the opinions are my own.
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Posted April 7, 2011
Keeps you reading to find out what happens next to the spunky heroine. The hero is not the stereotype of British high society, as he teases, protects and shows his high class in unexpected ways. He is a cattle rancher with something to prove and who assumes guardianship of a young girl. (Sound familiar i.e., Jane Eyre) however, this is much faster paced and updated and animated. Jane Eyre is one of my favorites and I enjoyed this book. The characters make the book, but the plot is well written and propels you through the fun.
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Posted January 26, 2011
Adelaide Proctor is a spirited young teacher who loves to read. It's 1883, and a woman doesn't have much choice besides running a house or a classroom. Adelaide takes her beloved horse and moves from small town Cisco to the city of Fort Worth, Texas. Her love plans go awry and she ends up on a remote sheep ranch as governess to a mute five-year-old orphan, Isabella, whose guardian is a handsome Englishman.
Gideon Westcott impresses Adelaide, but he tries to resist his attraction to her because of their difference in stations. Their lives become even more entwined as a shearer attempts to rape Adelaide and Isabella's unscrupulous uncle threatens their lives in his efforts to secure the family fortune she inherited. Adelaide and Gideon both risk their lives as love pushes its presence into focus.
I enjoyed the adventurous story as well as the deep-flowing faith lessons lived out in the strong characters. The struggle with answers to prayer is one we've all dealt with. Adelaide told Isabella, "God loves us . and wants to give us good gifts, but those gifts aren't always what we expect. Sometimes instead of making a person well, he comforts us and gives us the courage to go on." This book does also.
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Posted January 7, 2011
The story was more dramatic and intense then I expected, but that is what kept me reading chapter after chapter and losing track of the time. I enjoyed this book so much, that I recommend this to anyone who loves a good book that puts a smile on your face with its concluding words. I cannot wait to read the next Karen Witemeyer book, which I hope comes out soon.
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Was this review helpful? Yes NoThank you for your feedback. Report this reviewThank you, this review has been flagged.Karen Witemeyer has such a fun, breezy writing style, so enjoyable to read with fun characters but then she infuses her stories with depth and mystery to make an all around amazing book. I liked her first book, but this book I love. Adelaide and Gideon make the most incredible couple - the young lady with her head in the books dreaming of the perfect Jane Austen hero and Gideon who turns out to be better than the perfect Jane Austen hero (British and everything!). A common enemy and a little girl they both love that needs protecting. It all comes together to make a wonderful book. Good job Karen!
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Posted June 17, 2013
This book has all the elements of a good book. Murder, betrayal, attraction, shootouts, and a gorgeous man with a british accent. Who can ask for anything more. A must read for the hopeless romantic western groupie.
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Posted May 1, 2013
Enjoyable, detailed characters with some action and adventure thrown into this American romance. Story moves well and I love the melange of English Aristocracy values with Wild West.
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Posted January 5, 2013
The Star Clearing. A large field with no trees what so ever. A great place for looking at Silverpelt.
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Posted December 30, 2012
I love this book!!! It has a touching storyline and is adventure-packed... this is definitely a book that anyone can read!!
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Posted December 5, 2012
Abby u okau? R u mad at me?
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Posted December 6, 2012
Im sorry
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Posted November 18, 2012
*rushes back in* u need to leave. Omega is after u.
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Posted December 5, 2012
I gtgtb nite
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Posted August 21, 2012
Can't remember. Long day.
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When Gideon Westcott left his privileged life in England to make a name for himself in America's wool industry, he never expected to become a father overnight. And ...