“Something good? Like what?”
“I don’t know, exactly. Maybe write to Father Molloy and ask him. Or ask Katie and the other girls. There has to be a way to put that money to help God’s work. Think about it, darling. It could be your revenge. Using Johnny’s ill-gotten gains to help some unfortunate.”
“He’d hate that.”
“He doesn’t exist anymore. He’s gone.”
Paul kissed her again, his embrace deepening as her body responded to his passion. He loved this woman more than life itself. Sometime later, they lay curled up together. He caressed her shoulder.
“I love you, Mrs. Kelley.”
“I love you too Mr. Kelley. It’s wonderful being married. I can’t understand why anyone would choose going to university over having a family and a home.”
“Mmm, what?” he said, distracted.
“Oh you! Poor Katie—she was looking forward to having her sister back in town.”
“Mrs. Kelley, I love you, but can we stop talking about your friends? It’s a little distracting.” He nuzzled her ear.
“Anything you say, husband. After all, I promised to obey you.”
“You did, didn’t you?”
He tickled her, his heart soaring at the sound of her laughter. Whatever life threw at them, they would deal with it. Together.
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Also By Rachel Wesson
Clover Springs Mail Order Brides
Katie (Book 1)
Mary (Book 2)
Sorcha (Book 3)
Emer (Book 4)
Writing as Ellie Keaton
Women & War (World War II fiction)
Gracie
Penny
Molly
Acknowledgments
This book wouldn’t have been possible without the help of so many people. In particular, I would like to thank authors Cindy Caldwell, Ashley Merrick and Leighann Dobbs for encouraging a girl from Dublin to fulfill her dream of writing about the old West.
Thanks to Erin Dameron-Hill for my fantastic covers. Erin is a gifted artist who makes my characters come to life. Also, thanks to my incredible editors, Tina, Karen and Hannah, without whom this book wouldn’t shine.
The ladies from Pioneer Hearts who volunteered to proofread my book. Special thanks go to Nancy Cowan, Marlene Larsen, Cindy Nipper, Shirl Deems, Marilyn Cortellini, Meisje Arcuri, Constance Cohen and Denise Cervantes who all spotted errors (mine) that had slipped through.
Kirsten Osborne, Cassie Hayes and the incredible group of people who make up Pioneer Hearts, a Facebook group for authors and readers of Historical Western Romance. Come join us for games, prizes, exclusive content, and first looks at the latest releases of your favorite historical western authors. https://www.facebook.com/groups/pioneerhearts/
Last, but by no means least, huge thanks and love to my three children. My kids know when Mom is in the middle of a book dinner may be late, burnt or, as is often the case, both. Clothes may be hard to find and the house may look like it was burgled.
About the Author
Hi, I’m Rachel. I’m Irish, living in Dublin with my three children, two boys and a girl.
I love to read. As I tell my kids, it is the easiest way to escape into a whole different world. You can go to absolutely any country, century or world you wish without leaving home. My mom used to tell me that she would regularly have to take away a flashlight when I was younger so that I would go to sleep on a school night.
My mom also used to say that if we were going on holidays, the first thing in my suitcase were my books. That was a long time before e-book readers!
I read a lot of books and absolutely love anything set in the old West. When I was a child, I loved to watch Little House on the Prairie. Nellie Oleson was my favorite character. I also admit to watching Dr. Quinn—Medicine Woman lol.
I love when readers make contact with me either via Facebook or through my website. I am flattered when they make suggestions on topics I should cover in future books. Without my readers, I wouldn’t be living my dream. Thank you.
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