She laid her head against his chest and locked her arms around his waist. “Sam, you’re my hero. And always will be.”
He wanted to say something, but he decided he wouldn’t, not yet. Because what flashed through his mind was what he wanted his last words on earth to be. He would tell Catherine, you gave me the gift of love.
With their lives so richly blessed and a world of possibilities ahead of them, he would instead focus on the future and his growing family. It was not only a new year, it was a new century, on a new frontier, in a new country.
And he had a new son!
Another gift of love.
We hope you enjoyed reading
American Wilderness Series Romances Book Five
FRONTIER GIFT OF LOVE
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Dorothy
Other Titles by Dorothy Wiley
Book One
WILDERNESS TRAIL OF LOVE
The story of Stephen and Jane
Book Two
NEW FRONTIER OF LOVE
The story of Sam and Catherine
Book Three
WHISPERING HILLS OF LOVE
The story of William and Kelly
Book Four
FRONTIER HIGHLANDER VOW OF LOVE
The story of Bear and Artis
And coming in 2016 - Book Six
About the Author
Amazon best-selling novelist Dorothy Wiley is the author of five books, including her highly acclaimed debut novel Wilderness Trail of Love, the first in her American Wilderness Series Romances.
Called a “deft new writer of intelligent romantic fiction,” Wiley enjoys writing action-packed romantic adventures set in the late 18th-century American wilderness. Her books celebrate the rich historical heritage of the frontier and the courageous settlers who shaped America.
Like Wiley’s compelling heroes, who from the onset make it clear they will not fail despite the adversities they face, this author is likewise destined for success. In 2014 and 2015, her novels won five awards, notably an Amazon Breakthrough Novel Award Quarter-finalist, a Readers’ Favorite Gold Medal, and a Historical Novel Society Editor’s Choice. Her books continue to earn five-star ratings from readers and high praise from reviewers.
The daughter of a talented artist, Wiley inherited her father’s creativity. Raised in southern California, she attended college at The University of Texas in Austin, Texas. She graduated with honors, receiving a bachelor of journalism, and grew to dearly love both Texas and a 7th generation Texan, her husband Larry Wiley. Her husband’s courageous ancestors, very early pioneers of Kentucky, Louisiana, and Texas, provided the inspiration for her novels.
After a distinguished career in corporate marketing and public relations, she is living her dream—writing historical romances. On their ranch in central Texas, Wiley is currently at work on a new book.
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Acknowledgments
Although this is a fictionalized story, the heroic stories of America’s pioneers must be remembered! By remembering, we express our gratitude for their sacrifices. We owe our country to America’s daring and brave first-wave pioneers. Their hard fought struggles for a place in the vast wilderness gave us the majestic country we enjoy today.
One of the most difficult trials for pioneer women was childbirth. Many things could go wrong. My own son was breech and I experienced the same pain that Catherine describes—his head pressing against my right ribs. Fortunately, after a Caesarian, my beautiful baby was delivered safely. Today, some physicians will attempt to reposition a breech baby by manipulating the mother’s abdomen. There are several videos on YouTube that describe this procedure. So, not only was it possible in Catherine’s time, it could have been a life-saving option. Caesarian deliveries did occur during those times, though rarely and typically only to save the baby’s life.
I would like to thank my patient husband (also my muse) and my dear talented sister for their help in polishing and formatting this manuscript. I love you both so much and thank you for your continued faith in me. And my thanks to my fellow author and friend Deborah Gafford, a wonderful writer, for her suggestions and support. If you get a chance, check out her books at www.amazon.com/author/deborahgafford. Also, my thanks to designer Erin Dameron-Hill, the artist who created the stunning covers for all five of my novels.
And finally, and very importantly, a huge thank you to all my loyal readers. I am so grateful for each and every one of you. I especially want to thank those of you who took the time to write such kind reviews on Amazon. They truly inspire me! And your reviews help other readers find and enjoy my books. Your ratings and reviews, no matter whether they are just a couple of words or several paragraphs, are enormously appreciated.
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