Guilford Crossing Brides Series by Margaret Tanner

Lily has lost everything, her home, her family and her reputation. Matt is desperately in need of a young woman to help him care for his recently orphaned niece, and a marriage of convenience would be the solution to all their problems. When the secrets Matt and Lily harbor are finally exposed, will their union end in happiness or despair?

A catastrophic event delivers Winifred (Freddie) Guilford, into the arms of reclusive rancher Nicholas Brown. Brought up by a tyrannical father, Freddie and her sisters dress and work like men. Nicholas is a suspicious loner who shuns people. Will their chance of finding happiness together be ruined by events from the past?

Alfreda (Alfie), who was married and then widowed within a few days, is a dead woman walking. Her ruthless in-laws want her dead. If she is pregnant with her deceased husband’s child, the death sentence will be delayed until after the baby is born, so they can claim their grandchild. After overhearing these dastardly plans, Alfie flees. Bounty Hunter, Eli Darcy, is hired to bring Alfie in. Once the pair meet, sparks fly between them and Eli has to make a choice... moreAlfreda (Alfie), who was married and then widowed within a few days, is a dead woman walking. Her ruthless in-laws want her dead. If she is pregnant with her deceased husband’s child, the death sentence will be delayed until after the baby is born, so they can claim their grandchild. After overhearing these dastardly plans, Alfie flees. Bounty Hunter, Eli Darcy, is hired to bring Alfie in. Once the pair meet, sparks fly between them and Eli has to make a choice. Turn Alfie in and collect a huge reward, or follow his heart and marry her. less