Water Black Series Series by Chandra Allen

After the death of her mother, Lydia Moor is sent by her stepfather to work on the big, rich ranch of his nephew, William Thomson . Her stepfather is aware that William is looking for a wife and thinks that Lydia could be a good woman for him. At twenty three Lydia refuses to become a mail ordered bride, but has to accept Will’s offer, because she has nowhere else to go... moreAfter the death of her mother, Lydia Moor is sent by her stepfather to work on the big, rich ranch of his nephew, William Thomson . Her stepfather is aware that William is looking for a wife and thinks that Lydia could be a good woman for him. At twenty three Lydia refuses to become a mail ordered bride, but has to accept Will’s offer, because she has nowhere else to go. At the Black Water ranch, Lenexa, Kansas, William Thomson had just inherited the place from his father and has every intention to make it prosper. He is a proud young man, who had studied in the best East Universities, but had kept his Western spirit. When his uncle asks him to take Lydia in the ranch and find her some work, Will says yes, thinking that she can work in the kitchen. Surprisingly, when she arrives, he changes his plan. The beautiful young woman is intelligent and full of new ideas. She refuses to obey him blindly and in her spare time, starts teaching some of Will’s cowboys how to read and write. That is when a new thought comes to his mind – could she be the one? From the moment they meet, there is tangible physical attraction between them. A fact that leads to many awkward situations… Note: Contains Explicit Scenes of Passion and Desire. Intended For Adult Eyes Only! less

A few weeks after they marry, Will has to go to the nearest city for some business and his young bride is left alone at home. Lydia continues to take care of the house and teaches the cowboys to read. One of them, Timothy Wilson has fallen in love with her, but Lydia knows that the boy will never do anything to harm her marriage. Unfortunately, when Will comes home, an ill wishing neighbor tells him about the boy’s feelings and he becomes insanely jealous... moreA few weeks after they marry, Will has to go to the nearest city for some business and his young bride is left alone at home. Lydia continues to take care of the house and teaches the cowboys to read. One of them, Timothy Wilson has fallen in love with her, but Lydia knows that the boy will never do anything to harm her marriage. Unfortunately, when Will comes home, an ill wishing neighbor tells him about the boy’s feelings and he becomes insanely jealous. Lydia tries to explain to him the real situation, but Will refuses to listen and orders her to stay inside the house and stop talking to the employees. The young woman is extremely hurt and decides to show him that he can trust her. During a hurricane the herds of cows and horses are in danger and Will is outside trying to bring them to a safer destination. Timothy is always by his side and even saves him from an unexpected encounter with a wolf. In the house, one of the buildings catches fire and Lydia and the few house servants have to stop the fire all by themselves. They are able to arrest the fire’s progress, but Lydia faints due to the smoke inhalation. When Will comes home, she is lying in bed unconscious. The doctor comes in the morning and he brings them the news that she is pregnant. Note: Contains Explicit Scenes of Passion and Desire. Intended For Adult Eyes Only! less

The news about the baby changes Will ’s behavior and he shows his affection by taking care of her and making sure that she has everything. Timothy is no longer considered a threat by Will and Lydia is happy to see her husband calmer and more understanding. Their life together takes a natural turn and Will starts to treat her as a wife for the first time since they got married... moreThe news about the baby changes Will ’s behavior and he shows his affection by taking care of her and making sure that she has everything. Timothy is no longer considered a threat by Will and Lydia is happy to see her husband calmer and more understanding. Their life together takes a natural turn and Will starts to treat her as a wife for the first time since they got married. To celebrate a very good business deal, Will organizes a party at the ranch, inviting family and friends from the East. Together with his best friend from the University comes also his sister, Arabela Douglass. Lydia immediately sees that the young and beautiful woman is in love with her husband and that William is unaware of the fact. Arabela, however, makes sure to inform Lydia about her intention to have Will for herself and with that really scares the young and still unsecure, six months pregnant woman. When Will acts as if he doesn’t mind Arabela’s attention, Lydia decides to leave the ranch. She manages to reach only the nearest town, when Will, together with Timothy catches up with her and finally confesses his love for her. Note: Contains Explicit Scenes of Passion and Desire. Intended For Adult Eyes Only! less