Pinkerton Brides Series by Kiki Meyer

At the start of the war between the North and South, Dorothy Evans is left all alone in a small town in central Missouri with a young son to raise. When gossip about her deceased husband's treasonous actions threaten her livelihood, she realizes it's up to her to do something to secure her future... moreAt the start of the war between the North and South, Dorothy Evans is left all alone in a small town in central Missouri with a young son to raise. When gossip about her deceased husband's treasonous actions threaten her livelihood, she realizes it's up to her to do something to secure her future. She’s not afraid of work nor of adventure, so Miss Sally Pinkerton’s matchmaking service once again plays a part in determining just how far a woman like Dorothy might be willing to go to ensure a decent life for her son. less

After the death of her mother at the hands of an unknown assailant, Ellie Tyler is forced into a sordid life of degradation in St. Louis. But just when Ellie has lost all hope, Miss Pinkerton steps in and gives her a leg up. With education, a new outlook on life and a prospective husband and his small son waiting for her, Ellie sets out for San Francisco... moreAfter the death of her mother at the hands of an unknown assailant, Ellie Tyler is forced into a sordid life of degradation in St. Louis. But just when Ellie has lost all hope, Miss Pinkerton steps in and gives her a leg up. With education, a new outlook on life and a prospective husband and his small son waiting for her, Ellie sets out for San Francisco. Once there, she finds a life that is more wonderful than she ever hoped for—until her plans for happy ever after are thwarted by a horrible accident. Ellie, determined to keep her newfound family close, must now decide between love and friendship. Will she be able to find her happy ending, or will she be forced to settle for something less? less

Muriel O’Shea is a stubborn young Irish girl still grieving the loss of her da. She believes only two things will make her happy: a room of her own and a man who will love her as unconditionally as her father loved her. As Muriel strives to learn what real love means through some tough life lessons, she must learn to live with her mistakes and try not to make more... moreMuriel O’Shea is a stubborn young Irish girl still grieving the loss of her da. She believes only two things will make her happy: a room of her own and a man who will love her as unconditionally as her father loved her. As Muriel strives to learn what real love means through some tough life lessons, she must learn to live with her mistakes and try not to make more. Will she find how to love others and find her ideal match? Will she ask him to call her Lilibet, her father's pet name for her? Or is it too late for redemption and her happy ever after? less