Yet another wonderful collection of stories that have great messages from the bible. The authors of each section are incredibly talented, each take a different angle to being captive. My personal favourite was Temperance's story!

I couldn't get past the first story in this collection. The author uses the ol' trope about enslaved people loving a master that treats them well. This was highly offensive and basically racist. Just because the hero was nice to his slaves did not make him any better than anyone else in this story. I couldn't even read any more of the stories based on how terrible I felt this one was. I feel like the publisher was willfully blind to how offensive this story is. If this had been published 20 years ago I wouldn't have been surprised, but now?

A great book from a great set of authors.  The stories had me on the edge of my seat seeing how they ended up.  I did not want to put the book down at all.

I don't even know how to begin. I LOVE these authors. They each have their own unique writing styles and always leave me wanting more. The Captive Bride Collection is no different. I couldn't wait to read each book. I promised myself I wouldn't sit down and read the entire book in one day but I did it anyway. Couldn't put it down. MUST read!!!

The Captive Brides collection tells nine stories of different women caught in one form of slavery or another. These stories will take you captive, holding you still until the very end. The nine authors who penned these stories did a superb job! 

Love’s Labours Found by Jennifer AlLee
Temperance is brought to colonies under false assumptions. She's forced to be an indentured servant, she's sold to a cruel owner. Temperance has strength and endurance that gets her through the worst times of her life. When the time comes, she makes a decision that will save her life and impact her greatly. Edward is a plantation owner who treats his servants with kindness and gentleness. He is a widower with a baby. When Temperance comes to him for help he cannot turn her aside. What they both don't realize is what the future holds for them both. Will they embrace it? Will Edward see the treasure in front of him? This story was wonderful. I truly loved how Jennifer wove these two characters together.

His Indentured Bride by Angela Breidenbach
This is an exciting story fraught with anxiety, hope, and love. Marie and her fiancé are separated when he leaves Scotland but he as promised he sends for her a year later. When Marie arrives in America she's plagued with a greedy man that's taken with her beauty. Due to a devious plot Marie is indentured to him. With Marie and her fiancé ever make it to the altar or will she be forced to marry her owner?

The Suspect Bride by Susan Page Davis
Verity is a cook and waitress in Oregon. She's falsely accused of a crime she didn't commit. Jack has always been drawn to Verity. When Verity is arrested, he steps in as her attorney. Jack and Verity's love story is delightful and sweet! These two are truly meant to be together!

His Golden Treasure by Darlene Franklin
Goldie is a sweet soul with a strong spirit in God. Where she lives is astonishing and the Madame double-crosses her when it comes time for her birthday. Joshua is a minister wanting to help those in the lower district. He ministers with his sister and her husband. While he's out walking the streets, he meets Goldie. What Joshua and Goldie experience is sweet and wonderful. He truly is her rescuing prince.

Stormy Waters by Patty Smith Hall
Charlotte is a gently bred woman who lives with her Aunt Mary in London. Charlotte is arrested and sentenced to the colonies for her father’s crimes. Captain John is a man who transports the indentures and slaves to the colonies. After the death of his sister he found his way back to God. He redeemed himself and sought God's forgiveness. Charlotte and John find a lot in common. They both are strong in character and faith. Love finds them in the middle of an ocean.

Moira’s Quest by Cynthia Hickey
Moira finds herself being sold by the one person who was her guardian and uncle. She has endured years of mistreatment from him. She lost both of her parents in an accident. Moira is a strong and stubborn woman. She's determined to have it her way. She's definitely Irish! Officer purchases Moira and marries her. He's just as stubborn as she. Both of them work together to bring down her uncle and his partner to stop their criminal acts. After a rocky beginning, these two find love and happiness.

Love’s Escape by Carrie Fancett Pagels
Lettie is a mulatto slave on her family's plantation farm. Nathan and his father, along with his friend David, help slaves escape. Nathan and Lettie love each other and Nathan will do anything to set her free. Especially now that her mama was murdered. I loved how Nathan was her rescuer and protector. I also love how strong Lettie is, she is quite the overcomer! Both of them escape Virginia in order to keep Lettie safe. This story is full of love and adventure! It was quite interesting reading about the underground railroad to help those living life a life as a slave leaving that of slavery. An excellent story! As always, Carrie pulls another winning story together!

Waltzing Matilda by Lucy Thompson
Matilda along with her baby, is a convict in Australia. She decides to flee. During her flight, she meets up with Nathan. Nathan is a shepherd. Matilda is uncertain of her future as a runaway. Nathan is unsure of his feelings for her. But when Matilda is captured and carried back to Sydney, he realizes his true feelings. He will do anything to free her. This was an exceptional story. I loved reading Matilda and Nathan's story.

A Score to Settle by Gina Welborn
JoJo is a woman caught in snake oil salesman’s snare. She longs to get out, to become free from being enslaved. She's got gumption and heart. Cyrus is an unsuspecting victim in JoJo's scheme when she kisses him. This was a wonderful story between JoJo and Cyrus. JoJo had to really trust and let go in order to see love. Cyrus is a gentle man that saw JoJo's heart immediately. A delightful read!

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I love novellas since they work with my busy schedule. I can read however many I have time for and not be interrupted in the middle of a good part. Quick reads, nice characters. Really enjoyed it.

The Captive Brides Collection: Nine Women Bound by Great Challenges Discover Faith, Hope and Love is a wonderful collection! This collection includes:
Love’s Labours Found by Jennifer AlLee
His Indentured Bride by Angela Breidenbach 
The Suspect Bride by Susan Page Davis 
His Golden Treasure by Darlene Franklin 
Through Stormy Waters by Patty Smith Hall 
Moira’s Quest by Cynthia Hickey 
Love’s Escape by Carrie Fancett Pagels 
Waltzing Matilda by Lucy Thompson 
A Score to Settle by Gina Welborn 
The Captive Brides Collection is among the best collection that Barbour Publishing has released. I have found some new authors and more great stories from some I have read before. Carrie Fancett Pagels' Love's Escape and Susan Page Davis' The Suspect Bride are my favorites from this book. 
I highly recommend this book!
5 plus stars.