Mail Order Brides of Spring Valley Series by Susannah Calloway

When Courtney Atwood’s husband dies in an accident, she does her best to mourn him as she ought. But they never really loved each other, and their marriage was simply one of convenience... moreWhen Courtney Atwood’s husband dies in an accident, she does her best to mourn him as she ought. But they never really loved each other, and their marriage was simply one of convenience. Raising her five-year-old son on her own becomes a challenge for more than one reason – how can she explain that there should be more to life than simply accepting what you’re given?The chance to give Joshua a family – and show him real love – arises when she applies to become a Mail Order Bride to Sheriff Scott Bailey in Spring Valley, Texas. But things are topsy turvy when they arrive. The sheriff’s mother is the one who applied for a wife on behalf of her son. And Courtney’s son Joshua is a complete surprise. Worst of all, the handsome sheriff takes one look at Courtney and tells her he has no intention of getting married.But the matrimonial agency promised a genuine love match – guaranteed. Can Courtney convince Sheriff Bailey to give her and Joshua a chance? Or will she have to accept that she has missed out on love completely? less

What is Valerie Mayfield to do? Her stepfather sold her into marriage with a shady saloon owner in a small town in Texas. But her husband-to-be has no intention of marrying her. He wants her as a saloon wench. Risking her life, Valerie flees during a blizzard, finding the only person in Texas she can trust…The young man she met on the train – Noah Daugherty. Valerie lands in his life and makes him question everything he’s ever wanted... moreWhat is Valerie Mayfield to do? Her stepfather sold her into marriage with a shady saloon owner in a small town in Texas. But her husband-to-be has no intention of marrying her. He wants her as a saloon wench. Risking her life, Valerie flees during a blizzard, finding the only person in Texas she can trust…The young man she met on the train – Noah Daugherty. Valerie lands in his life and makes him question everything he’s ever wanted.Valerie knows her former fiancé will do anything to get her back, for he paid good money for her. Unwilling to let Noah’s family, who took her in, risk their lives on her behalf, Valerie flees once again. Noah finds her missing and goes after her; the saloon keeper has already captured her. But he misjudges Noah, and Noah’s love for Valerie. He also misjudges Valerie’s new-found Texas toughness. less

Governess Dottie Wilson adores Sam and Beth, her charges. When she her services are replaced by a tutor, she is devastated. Not knowing what to do, she turns to her friend for help. Bertie steers her toward becoming a Mail Order Bride. Dottie agrees and is matched with a wealthy rancher in Texas.Turner Westman, her fiancé, is kind, but cold—and his children, Gus and Marigold, want nothing to do with her. Then, she meets Mole, Turner’s closest ranch hand... moreGoverness Dottie Wilson adores Sam and Beth, her charges. When she her services are replaced by a tutor, she is devastated. Not knowing what to do, she turns to her friend for help. Bertie steers her toward becoming a Mail Order Bride. Dottie agrees and is matched with a wealthy rancher in Texas.Turner Westman, her fiancé, is kind, but cold—and his children, Gus and Marigold, want nothing to do with her. Then, she meets Mole, Turner’s closest ranch hand. He ignites a spark in her heart, and it frightens her. Isn’t she there for Turner?Confused, Dottie struggles. Should she fulfill her promise and marry Turner, or should she follow her heart and be with Mole? Her decision becomes nearly impossible after a tragic accident and an unwelcome advance. What can she do now? less