by Lorri Dudley
During that era, blue would have been considered daintier, but due to today’s standards, I believed that Georgia claiming blue to be feminine would have drawn readers out of the story. I hope those of you who are history buffs, like myself, will forgive my accommodation. Pink as a girlie color is actually a modern development stemming from the 1940s. The trend grew after Mamie Eisenhower wore pink to her husband’s presidential inauguration. For more details and source documents please go to Lorridudley.com/the-dukes-refuge-resources.
Love,
Lorri
About the Author
Lorri Dudley has been a finalist in numerous writing contests and has a master's degree in Psychology. She lives in Ashland, Massachusetts with her husband and three teenage sons, where writing romance allows her an escape from her testosterone filled household.
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Connect with Lorri at http://LorriDudley.com
Acknowledgments
First and foremost, I thank God for the opportunity to write. I have seen His fingerprints everywhere in my life, particularly on my writing voyage. He has also blessed me with a wonderful husband and three amazing boys. I can’t thank them enough for believing in my dream, for their prayers, and their patience while I finish “one last thought.” I love you.
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Mom, thank you for being my biggest cheerleader. I’m going to have to add you to payroll for all your networking and proud publicity. Dad, thank you for putting my name on the Sunday School board prayer list and reading my romance writing. I’m so grateful for you both.
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I have been (and continue to be) blessed by all the people who have supported me in my writing, especially my blog readers. I’m humbled by the outpouring of love, and appreciative for the encouragement. Many thanks also to my family members, aunts, cousins, and even second cousins, who’ve been so supportive. May God bless you all abundantly.
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Big hugs and kisses to my beta readers, Alissa, Michelle, and Louise. You are the best. I’m also thankful for my wonderful sisters-in-law, especially Liz, who shares the passion for writing. Robyn Hook, my critique partner, you are a godsend, and Robin Patchen, my amazing editor and friend, your talent is incredible, and I could never have gotten this far without you. Special thanks to Misty Beller for your guidance and seeing my potential. And to the Wild Heart Books team, thank you for designing a great cover and for your tremendous editing and marketing wisdom.
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Daniel Clarke came to California to make his fortune, and a stable job as a San Francisco carpenter has earned him more than most have scraped from the local goldfields. But it's been four years since he left Massachusetts and his fiancé is impatient for his return. Bound for home at last, Daniel Clarke finds his heart and plans challenged by a tenacious young woman with haunted eyes. Though every word he utters seems to offend her, he is determined to see her safely returned to her father. Even if that means risking his fragile engagement.
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When disaster befalls them in the remote wilderness of the Southern California mountains, true feelings are revealed, and both must face heart-rending decisions. But how to decide when every choice before them leads to someone getting hurt?
Copyright © 2020 Lorri Dudley
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