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Traveling to Canada's Northwest Territories is a thrilling opportunity for Linette Edwards—and her chance to escape a dreaded marriage in England. She's more than eager to accept Eddie Gardiner's written invitation. How could she know that Eddie thinks he's marrying not Linette, but her friend, Margaret?
Eddie planned for a well-bred bride who'd help prove his worth to his father. Instead he's saddled with a ragamuffin stranger and the little boy in her care. He'll shelter them until springtime and no longer. But before the snow clears, his heart is thawing too…and hoping this makeshift family can find a permanent home together.
- Sales Rank: #375407 in eBooks
- Published on: 2013-01-01
- Released on: 2013-01-01
- Format: Kindle eBook
About the Author
Linda Ford lives on a ranch in Alberta, Canada. Growing up on the prairie and learning to notice the small details it hides gave her an appreciation for watching God at work in His creation. Her upbringing also included being taught to trust God in everything and through everything—a theme that resonates in her stories. She and her husband raised fourteen children—ten adopted. She currently shares her home with her husband, a grown son and a live-in paraplegic client.
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Northwest Territories, Canada
October 1881
For the first time she was about to meet Eddie Gardiner. The man she intended to marry. The answer to her prayers.
Linette Edwards parted the curtains on the stagecoach—meant to keep out the dust and cold. The first few days of their trip, dust had filtered through them, and now cold with the bite of a wild beast filled every inch of the tiny coach. Four adults and a child huddled against the elements.
"You're letting in the cold," her traveling companion complained.
"I fear we are in for an early snowstorm," one of the male passengers said.
Linette murmured an apology but she managed to see the rolling hills and the majestic mountains before she dropped the curtain back in place. Since they'd left Fort Benton, headed for the ranch lands of the Northwest Territories of Canada, she'd peered out as much as she could. The mountains, jagged and bold, grew larger and larger. A song filled her heart and soul each time she saw them. This was a new country. She could start over. Be a different person than she'd been forced to be in England. Here she would be allowed to prove she had value as a person. She ignored the ache at how her parents viewed her—as a commodity to be traded for business favors.
She shifted her thoughts to the letter of invitation hidden safely in the cavernous pocket of the coat she'd acquired in Fort Benton. She longed to pull it out and read it again though she had memorized every word. Come before winter.
"I expect more than a shack," her friend Margaret had fumed when she'd read an earlier letter from the same writer. "After all, he comes from a very respectable family." With bitterness edging each word, Margaret read the letters describing the cabin Eddie assured her was only temporary quarters. "Temporary? I'm sure he doesn't know the meaning of the word. A year and a half he's been there and he still lives in this hovel."
"It sounds like an adventure." Linette could imagine a woman working side by side with her man, being a necessary asset to establishing a home in the new world. It sounded a lot more appealing to her than sitting and smiling vacantly as a female spectator. She'd been raised to be the lady of the manor but she wanted more. So much more.
Margaret had sniffed with such disdain that Linette giggled.
"I have made up my mind," Margaret said. "I cannot marry him and join him in the wilds of the Canadian West. I expected far more when he asked for my hand before he left to start a Gardiner ranch out in that—" she fluttered her hand weakly "—in that savage land." Her shudder was delicate and likely deliberate.
"Oh, Margaret, surely you don't mean it."
"Indeed I do. I've written this letter."
Seated in the overstuffed parlor of Margaret's family home in London, Linette had read each word kindly but firmly informing Eddie that Margaret had changed her mind and would not be joining him now or anytime in the future. I expect it makes me sound small and selfish, but I can't imagine living in a tiny house, nor being a woman of the West.
"But what about your feelings for him? His for you?"
Margaret had given her a smile smacking of pity. "I enjoyed his company. He was a suitable candidate for marriage. There are plenty other suitable men."
How often she'd envied Margaret the opportunity to head to a new world with so much possibility simply for the eager taking of it. "But he's counting on you. Why would you want to stay here when the whole world beckons?" Wouldn't he be dreadfully hurt by Margaret's rejection?
"You should marry him. You're the one who thinks it would be a lark." Margaret was clearly annoyed with Linette's enthusiasm. "In fact, write him and I'll enclose your letter with mine."
"Write him? And say what?"
"That you're willing to be his wife."
"I don't know him." A trickle of something that felt suspiciously like excitement hurried up her limbs to her heart. But it couldn't be. It wasn't possible. "My father would never allow it."
Margaret laughed. "I think the Gardiner name would make even your father consider it a good idea. And would it not provide an escape from the marriage your father has planned?"
Linette shuddered. "I will not marry that old—" Her father had chosen a man in his fifties with a jangling purse of money and a drooling leer. His look made Linette feel soiled. She would do anything to avoid such a fate. She'd been praying for a reprieve. Perhaps this was an answer to her heartfelt petition.
Yes, the Gardiners were an old family, well respected, with a great estate and vaults of money, as her father so often said with utmost reverence in his voice.
"Of course," Margaret started, considering her with a mocking smile, "if you're dreaming of love and romance—"
Linette jerked back. "All I'm thinking of is escape." Love did not enter into a suitable marriage, which was fine with her. She fully intended to keep her feelings out of the picture. A trembling in the depths of her heart warned her that love would make her weak, vulnerable, ready to give up her personal goals. Not something she intended to let happen. She grabbed a piece of paper. "I'm going to do it. Anything is better than what my parents have in mind." Being a rancher's wife in the new world suited her fine. She was weary of the social restrictions her parents insisted on and not at all loath to living the kind of life she'd heard existed in the new world. There, women marched side by side with their men. They were even allowed to own land! Doubtlessly they'd be allowed to get their hands dirty and be involved.
Before she could change her mind, she'd penned a short letter. A marriage of convenience if it suits you. Please reply to Margaret's address. She knew her father would read any letter that came to the house. Much better to know she had a positive answer from Mr. Gardiner before confronting her father. If she had to be part of a business deal, it would be on her terms. She'd say who and where.
She clasped her fingers on the answering letter that had carried two tickets—one for herself and one for a traveling companion. The missive was brief. Not much more than an invitation to come. Her heart had danced for joy. Margaret was right; her father had glowed at an invitation from a Gardiner.
The stagecoach swayed to a stop. "Hello, the house." The driver's call shivered up and down Linette's spine. They'd arrived at Eden Valley Ranch.
It wasn't as if Eddie were a total stranger. She'd read his letters to Margaret. He sounded like a strong man, an independent thinker. She had no trouble imagining herself sharing his life. Yet her insides clenched in trepidation.
She squeezed right back in protest. She would not let nerves weaken her resolve. She'd prayed for such an escape and God had generously provided. Hitherto hath the Lord helped me. Renewed faith filled her, driving away any doubts and fears.
One of the two men who also rode in the coach flicked aside a curtain. "Looks like a fine establishment."
Linette parted the curtains again and peeked outside. The coach had drawn up before a log cabin with only a narrow door and small window in the wall facing them. This must be where the man lived. She pressed her tongue to the roof of her mouth and refused to think how small it looked. Hardly big enough for all of them. Never mind. Nothing could deter her now. She'd prayed her way from London, over the Atlantic Ocean, and across most of the North American continent. The rooms she'd had on the trip had left barely enough space for stretching. Although vastly different from the spacious home she'd grown up in, she'd gotten used to it readily enough. This cabin would be no different.
The door of the cabin opened and Linette took a deep breath. A man stepped forth, ducking as he crossed the threshold. This had to be Eddie Gardiner. She'd seen his likeness in pictures, but they failed to do the man justice. Despite the chill in the air, he hadn't bothered to grab a coat or hat and in the bright sunshine his brown hair shone. He dressed like a range hand—dark denim trousers, a blue shirt that had faded almost colorless on the sleeves with dark remnants of the color in the seams, and a leather vest that looked worn and friendly.
Her heart jumped to her throat. She hadn't expected to feel anything for him. Surely it was only excitement, combined with a touch of nerves. After all, despite the letters, he was a stranger. She wanted nothing more or less from him than a marriage of convenience.
His gaze sought the parted curtains and his dark eyes narrowed as he tried to make out the face in the dim interior.
She flicked the curtain closed and turned to her traveling companion. "You keep the child while I meet him." The boy would remain a secret for now. Seeing her intention, one of the gentlemen stepped down and held out a hand to assist her. She murmured her thanks as Eddie strode forward.
He slid his gaze over her as if she were invisible and looked toward the stagecoach. "Is Margaret inside?"
Linette shook her head trying to make sense of his question. Surely he'd mistakenly spoken her name out of habit.
"Is she at Fort Benton? If so I'll go for her immediately." He glanced at the sky as if already trying to outrace the weather.
Her mouth felt like yesterday's dust as she realized what he meant. "You're expecting Margaret?" It took every ounce of her stubborn nature not to stammer.
"Any day. I sent tickets for her and a chaperone to come before winter."
Come before winter. She remembered the words well. They'd bubbled through her heart. But she thought they wer...
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4 of 4 people found the following review helpful.
Utterly Wonderful!
By Faye
A charming romance, full of hilarious situations!
Eddie and Margaret have planned for a future together, but when Margaret backs out, Linette Edwards is more than happy to step in, so that she can escape a nightmarish marriage arrangement set up by her greedy father. Along the way Linette meets new friends and invites them to come with her.
To say that Eddie is shocked to find Linette and her entourage on his doorstep, would be an understatement.
Will Eddie realize that the bride who showed up on his doorstep, is the bride of his heart?
An utterly charming tale, with plenty of humorous situations and sweet romance! The characters were both so likable and engaging, Linette had such a big heart. I really felt like in this book that characters truly got to know each other and that their love progressed naturally out of friendship and trust.
This was an utterly engaging, and wonderful tale. I loved the plot, the characters, and the Canadian setting! I can't wait for the rest of the series! Linda Ford is one of my favorite authors, and this was one of her best books yet! A wonderful read!
I received this ebook from the publisher in exchange for an honest review! Thank you!
2 of 2 people found the following review helpful.
Substitute Bride
By Valerie Comer
Eddie Gardiner has been in Western Canada for a year and a half, preparing for his English fiancée , Margaret, to join him. Imagine his surprise when the stagecoach delivers Margaret's friend Linette Edwards instead--with a young widow and (unrelated) orphan boy in tow. Linette was sure she was a fine replacement for Margaret, who decided she couldn't brave the Canadian west for a man she barely knew.
So here's Linette, expecting a welcome, and Eddie, expecting Margaret, and western Canada, expecting an early blizzard. Eddie knows he can't send Linette back at this time of year, so she'll have to stay until spring. Linette figures this will be enough time to convince him that she's the bride for him. No way is she returning to England.
Take Eddie's loyalty to Margaret and his desperation to please his father. Toss in Linette's passion for giving aid to the unfortunate, and you have plenty of humorous (for the reader!) conflict for this unlikely pair as they fall in love over the course of one harsh Canadian winter. Linda Ford pulled this story to its HEA (happily-ever-after) with a sure hand.
0 of 0 people found the following review helpful.
Western romance British Canada
By Rhonda
4 STARS
I enjoyed reading The Cowboy's Surprse Bride this sunday. I can really imangine the snowy winter scenes by looking out my windows.
It took a lot of bravery for Linette to come across the ocean to marry a man she did not know. She reached out along the way to help others and caring for them no matter what. Linette is a good example of caring for others.
Eddie had big plans to marry a girl he had seen before crossing the ocean to ranch in British terratories.(now Canada)He is surprised when a different woman gets off the stagecoach and plans to marry him. Before he is done he ends up with two women and a 4 year old orphan that is scared of him.
Eddie lives in a two bedroom cabin till he gets a more formal house finshed. So he gets to sleep on the kitchen floor while the women get his bed. He tells them they can stay till spring since the stage coach won't be able to take them anywhere till then.
Eddie knows his father won't want him to Marry Linette because he does not like her father.
Linette is willing to come to the wild west instead of marrying a older man who she finds disgusting. She wants to help others. She thinks that she can show Eddie how much she can be a good wife for him. Except she does not know how to cook and she keeps making lots of mistakes. Linette believes with Gods help anything is possible.
This is a nice romance story of settling in the west. How life might be like and the attidudes around that time. It is a very clean read.
I was given this ebook to read in exchange for honest review from Netgalley.
Description taken from Netgalley.com
A new life...in a new world.
Traveling to Canada's Northwest Territories is a thrilling opportunity for Linette Edwards--and her chance to escape a dreaded marriage in England. She's more than eager to accept Eddie Gardiner's written invitation. How could she know that Eddie thinks he's marrying not Linette, but her friend,
Margaret?
Eddie planned for a well-bred bride who'd help prove his worth to his father. Instead he's saddled with a ragamuffin stranger and the little boy in her care. He'll shelter them until springtime and no longer. But before the snow clears, his heart is thawing too...and hoping this makeshift family can find a permanent home together.
01/02/2013 PUB Harlequin Imprint Harlequin Love Inspired ISBN: 9780373829477
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