Bertie: (A Sweet Historical Western Romance) (Pendleton Petticoats Book 6) by Shanna Hatfield (Wholesome Hearts Publishing) (432 Reviews)    Price verified 8 hours ago

She needs an adventure He needs the warmth of her smile... Bertie Hawkins survived a traumatic ordeal that stripped away her sunny outlook on life and left her afraid of every shadow. Terrorized and tired of reliving the past, she accepts an offer to change her situation. Although she only intends to work through the summer, the peace she finds at Nash's Folly keeps her there every bit as much as her interest in a mysterious new ranch hand. Desperate to escape his memories, Riley Walsh buys a run-down farm in Pendleton, Oregon. To pay for the many necessary repairs, he goes to work for his neighbor, never intending to fall in love with the effervescent girl who helps around the house. Riley isn't the only one enchanted with Bertie. His own crazy mule and the neighbor's son both share his infatuation, driving him past the brink of jealousy. A sweet romance that embraces the trials and triumphs of yesteryear, Bertie blends laugh-out-loud adventures with heartwarming moments.

Genre: Historical Fiction

A Nursemaid for the Heartbroken Duke: A Historical Regency Romance Novel by Alice Kirks (Regal Quill Publishing) (1 Review)    Price verified one hour ago

Rebecca Barnes has always defied the conventional path of marriage, devoting herself instead to the honorable cause of healing. In the aftermath of a tragedy, she enters the somber world of Lady Oakham's estate as a nursemaid for the grieving widow and her newborn child. Despite the initial friction with the stern Duke of Dorset, Lady Oakham's brother, Rebecca finds herself drawn to him, igniting an unexpected attraction that challenges her independence. Yet, as she unravels an evil plot that threatens to tear her world apart, will she uncover the truth before it's too late? After the loss of his brother-in-law, Henry Andrews, Duke of Dorset, finds solace in the solitude of his ancestral home, where he retreats alongside his mourning sister and nephew. However, the arrival of a nursemaid, the captivating Rebecca, shutters his carefully constructed barriers, stirring emotions he thought long dormant. Caught between a promise to his previous courtship and his growing feelings for Rebecca, Henry is torn between duty and desire. Will he honor his prior commitments or succumb to the irresistible pull of love? United by love but divided by circumstance, Rebecca and Henry face a great challenge. As whispers of witchcraft swirl around Rebecca and societal pressures mount, their love is put to the ultimate test. As they confront the ghosts of their pasts, will they overcome the obstacles blocking their path to love, or will they remain imprisoned by the shadows of bygone pain? "A Nursemaid for the Heartbroken Duke" is a historical romance novel of approximately 100,000 words. No cheating, no cliffhangers, and a guaranteed happily ever after.

Genre: Historical Fiction

Brown River: A Novel by Matthew Balleza (38 Reviews)    Price verified 5 minutes ago

Against the current, she found her course... Constance, a spirited tomboy from Maryland's coast, dreams of becoming a fishing boat captain. But her journey defies expectations, leading to heartbreak, betrayal, and the harsh judgment of those who doubt her path. Yet, amidst the struggle, she discovers the strength of family, the courage to follow her unconventional path, and the boundless beauty of life. Told in luminous language, Brown River is a heartfelt tale of love and loss, family and dreams... and ultimately a tribute to the wild spirit within. _________________ What readers are saying: "... you have written something precious... " "... a delightful, deeply satisfying book to read... " "... Brown River is a treasure... "

Genre: Historical Fiction

Firelight Rising: The Lindisfarne Series #1 by Johanna Craven (180 Reviews)    Price verified 49 minutes ago

In the bleak summer light, it feels as though the past is blowing in through each weatherworn stone... It's 1715, and twenty years after fleeing the Holy Island of Lindisfarne, Eva Blake and her siblings return to their dilapidated family home in an attempt to piece together their tattered lives. But a new Jacobite Rising is gaining momentum, and as outsiders from London, the Blakes find themselves under suspicion from the villagers. When conflict with the locals comes to a head, Eva escapes to the nearby island of Longstone, where the reclusive Finn Murray keeps a makeshift shipping beacon burning on the shore. Alone on Longstone, Eva and Finn find themselves drawn to each other, despite his attempts to keep her at a distance. But long-buried secrets are beginning to resurface, and Eva can't help but fear she has made a grave error in opening her heart to Finn. All she knows is her life is in danger, and she must confront the past if she is to survive.

Genre: Historical Fiction

Return to the Winter Palace: An intriguing Cold War historical fiction by John Rae (Lume Books) (10 Reviews)    Price verified 2 hours ago

'John Rae is a powerful writer' - Sunday Times For Emily, the prospect of a cultural holiday in Leningrad seems rather dull, until an adventure presents itself the moment she and her family step off the plane at Leningrad airport. For who is the mysterious Mrs Hannay accompanying them on their tour? And why was her photograph kept by the authorities at Leningrad Airport? And what is the connection between Mrs Hannay, the Dubinsky family and the Leonardo da Vinci in the Hermitage Museum? Emily feels sure she knows the answer to the mystery and, together with her sister Alyce, is determined to act. Praise for John Rae: 'John Rae writes with the greatest sensitivity and his novel is poignant, aware and, in its implications, tragic' - Sphere John Rae (1931-2006) was a British educator and author.

Genre: Historical Fiction