Brides and Blessings Series by Dolly Carter

She vowed never to wed. He swore he’s done with love. Then came the baby. Cassie Belle likes her life just fine–serving sass with her apple pie and keeping her heart off the menu. Until a basket appears on her porch with the sweetest little bundle inside and a warning that chills her to the bone. Widowed Sheriff Elias Cole raises his son alone, with no taste for pies… or the mouthy woman who bakes them... moreShe vowed never to wed. He swore he’s done with love. Then came the baby. Cassie Belle likes her life just fine–serving sass with her apple pie and keeping her heart off the menu. Until a basket appears on her porch with the sweetest little bundle inside and a warning that chills her to the bone. Widowed Sheriff Elias Cole raises his son alone, with no taste for pies… or the mouthy woman who bakes them. But when danger follows Cassie and the baby, he is forced to give them his roof… and his name. Just until the danger’s gone. “Don’t expect me to play the happy wife,” she warns. “Wouldn’t know what to do with one,” he fires back. Between midnight feedings, burnt crusts and a baby wrapped around their hearts, Cassie and Elias grow closer than they planned. But ruthless outlaws are coming, determined to tear their fragile family apart and take the baby back at any cost…. *This is a Western historical romance novel by Dolly Carter, published by Cobalt Fairy. No cheating, no cliffhangers, and a strong happily ever after. Pick up "The Sheriff’s Abandoned Baby" today to discover Dolly's wonderful new story! less

“If saving those children means pretending I’m yours… then so be it. ”. An orphan herself, Minnie only wanted to bring Christmas cheer to the town’s orphanage. Instead, she discovers something sinister behind its doors. The only man who can help her is the one she can’t stand… but can’t seem to ignore. Deputy Martin Cole knows Minnie sees him as nothing but charm and trouble. But when danger circles the children, he won’t let her face it alone... more“If saving those children means pretending I’m yours… then so be it. ”. An orphan herself, Minnie only wanted to bring Christmas cheer to the town’s orphanage. Instead, she discovers something sinister behind its doors. The only man who can help her is the one she can’t stand… but can’t seem to ignore. Deputy Martin Cole knows Minnie sees him as nothing but charm and trouble. But when danger circles the children, he won’t let her face it alone. If posing as her suitor is the only way to uncover the truth, he’ll play the part… no matter how she rattles him. “Pretend to be your sweetheart? I barely tolerate you, Deputy. ”. But when a break-in forces her under his roof, Minnie’s resolve begins to soften—won over by a loyal cat… and its infuriatingly handsome owner. Yet to save the orphans, they must risk everything…even their hearts. Fake Courtship, Forced Proximity, Christmas Rescue, Small-town, Protective Hero, Found Family. *This is a Western historical romance novel by Dolly Carter, published by Cobalt Fairy. No cheating, no cliffhangers, and a strong happily ever after. Pick up "Her Winter Cowboy Protector" today to discover Dolly's wonderful new story! less

“I don’t need a wife. I need my daughter safe. ”. Protecting the child he adopted is Caleb’s only purpose in life. Widowed and hardened by years on a reclusive ranch, he trusts no one near the traumatized little girl in his care—or his heart. Until a woman with nowhere left to go steps onto his land. After fleeing a forced marriage, Mae takes the only work she can find, determined to survive... more“I don’t need a wife. I need my daughter safe. ”. Protecting the child he adopted is Caleb’s only purpose in life. Widowed and hardened by years on a reclusive ranch, he trusts no one near the traumatized little girl in his care—or his heart. Until a woman with nowhere left to go steps onto his land. After fleeing a forced marriage, Mae takes the only work she can find, determined to survive. But she doesn’t expect a wounded child to bond with her… or a fiercely protective man who makes her long for more than survival. As they begin to feel like a family, the adoption is suddenly challenged. With the child to be taken at dawn and Mae ready to disappear to protect her, Caleb must fight for them both. Even if it means risking his life…and his heart. Tropes: Single Father, Found Family, Protective Hero, Forced Proximity, Slow Burn. *This is a Western historical romance novel by Dolly Carter, published by Cobalt Fairy. No cheating, no cliffhangers, and a strong happily ever after. Pick up "The Widowed Rancher’s Chosen Family" today to discover Dolly's wonderful new story! less