Delightful stories with just the right amount of romance and faith. All the stories blended together to make it a book to read again.

Enjoyable read. Introduced me to some new authors. Would read another compilation by these authors. Glad I read it!

Wonderful Christmas stories! I bought this book because my author friend Carrie Turansky wrote one of the stories. Each story is unique and entertaining. I wish they were all full length novels.

Nine stories, two time frames. The first 1880 on a ranch in in Wyoming, the second in Washington territory at a logging camp area, the third in 1913 near Denver, Co during one of the worst snowstorms in it's history. They share characters and friends, which I love in this type of book. A mail order bride the groom doesn't know about, a tomboy, camp worker, some wealthy girls, a Parson's daughter to name a few. A delightful mix with tons of depth and characters you feel you know. If you want to cozy up with a good book that will keep you engaged, especially for the holidays, this is a great choice. Isn't that cover just gorgeous?

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Thank you for the chance to review this book, however, unfortunately, I was unable to download this title before it was archived

Another great collection of novellas. Each one will leave you wanting more.

I've always wanted to visit the Rocky Mountains. I live in the Blue Ridge Mountain region with my home being only a 10-minute drive from an entrance to them. Mountains spell enjoyment and instantly remind me of God's wondrous creation. I can't help being filled with wonder at the beauty and knowing that God is indeed an incredible artist! Spanning three states, and leading from the 1880 to 1913, the characters' use a variety of means of transportation....horses, cars and the newly invented railroad, but romance is a common thread. Faith is another common thread among the stories and authors. Different traditions are experienced and the Christmas spirit is alive and well in the hearts of budding love.
The novellas are sweet, fun, and quick to read. I enjoy being able to read one or two of the novellas and picking up on others another day. One can easily read the entire collection in one sitting or spread them over a period of time. While the novellas are predictable in romance stories, they are well-written and research into the time periods and regions are evident.
I am rating this novella collection 4 stars and highly recommend it, whether it is read near Christmas or at another time of year. I personally enjoyed reading it in summer and thinking ahead with expectation of the coming Christmas season.
I received an ebook from netgalley and Barbour Books in exchange for an honest review. All opinions expressed are my own.

Mountain Christmas Brides: Nine Historical Novellas Celebrate Faith & Love in the Rocky Mountains

This is a wonderful collection of Christmas novellas set in the Rocky Mountains during the 1880's. A theme of faith, Christmas spirit and family tie the novellas together.

A Trusting Heart by Carrie Turansky
October 1880...Annika Bergstrom leaves her home in Chicago to become a mail-order bride in Laramie, Wyoming. Will her groom, Charles Simms, be all he appears in the letters they shared? She certainly hoped and prayed so. However, she has a surprise once she arrives in Laramie—a life altering surprise. What is she to do now? Charles has a big surprise of his own—one he did not like or appreciate. Thus Charles and Annika find themselves in a situation that they are not sure how to “fix”. This story is filled with hope, even when things look bleak. It will tug at your heartstrings and emotions. There are certain characters that I liked more than others and one that captured my heart.

...(the next 4 novellas are set in Tumwater, Washington Territory)...
Home for the Holidays by Mildred Colvin
October 1888...Tumwater, Washington Territory...Anna Wilkin, is a petite, feisty woman who would rather go fishing than dress up in fancy gowns, be bothered with boys or romance. Jeremiah Tucker, a logger from Seattle, has no plans on falling in love ever again and risk loosing the one he loves. However, God may have other plans for the both of them. I like the way they meet and their unusual courtship. This is a fun and heartwarming story that had me laughing and shaking my head at the situations in the story-line.

One Evergreen Night by Debby Lee
September 1889...Tumwater, Washington Territory...Emma Pearson is determined that her brother will stay safe. So, with that in mind she stays near him by working in the logging camp. One man in the logging camp, Frederick Corrigan, the train engineer, seems to invite danger as far as Emma is concerned. She warns her brother over and over to stay away from Frederick and thereby dangerous situations. Will her brother listen to her warnings? Will Emma's heart? I like that we return to Tumwater and some of the characters. We see how fears and challenges are faced and following God's leading in their lives. A fun and heartwarming story.

All Ye Faithful by Gina Welborn
December 1890...Tumwater, Washington Territory...Larkin Whitworth longs for the love of her life but her father has a stubborn mind and won't listen to reason. What can she do to change his mind? When a potential scandal threatens, can the truth set her free? E.V.— Eric Valentin Renier IV—is in love with Larkin, has been for years. How can he prove himself worthy and convince her father he is not after her money? Surprise situations and an opportunity develop that may be the answer for both Larkin and E.V. I was so happy to see Larkin and E.V.'s story. This story is filled with hope despite how things appear. Fun, heartwarming story.

A Carpenter Christmas by Mary Davis
June 1891...Tumwater, Washington Territory...Natalie Bollen's heart knows what—or who—it wants, but does the gentleman even notice her? Well, she has decided he will notice her! Willum Tate is a busy man and has doubts about finding love again.
Dare he risk his heart again? This is a cute, fun story that had me chuckling at times and in tears at other times.

...(the next 4 novellas are set in Denver, Colorado)...
Fires of Love by Tamela Hancock Murray
December 1913...Denver, Colorado...Thalia Bloom is hosting the first Christmas party of the season and is a bit nervous. All is going well with one exception, Maximillian Newbolt is there. The one man she did not want to see—he broke her heart all those years ago. Maximillian on the other hand is not sure what Thalia thinks about him and is hoping for forgiveness at least. In the midst of a blizzard another crisis occurs, potentially giving them a second chance. What better time to find each other anew than being stuck inside during a blizzard? Can they move past their heartbreak and finally find love? I enjoyed the “other” crisis situation and how they handled it as well as Thalia and Maximillian's story.

The Best Medicine by Lena Nelson Dooley
December 1913...Denver, Colorado...Rose Fletcher is one of the guests and good friend of Thalia. Although she has enjoyed the Christmas party she is now stuck at Thalia's home, as are the other guests, due to the blizzard. Which is fine but she is a bit anxious about the doctor, Dr. Thomas Stanton. It seems she should know him, but how? Once she remembers, she tries to avoid him. However, Thomas seeks her out and wants to learn how the young girl he once knew has turned out. It was fun to watch these two as they danced around each other and when they finally did stop and talk... This is a fun and heartwarming story.

Almost Home by Susan Page Davis
December 1913...Denver, Colorado...Patricia—Trisha Logan was at her friend's Christmas party but is now trying to get home to her aunt before her baby is born. However, she is stuck because of the blizzard is is frantically trying to procure a way home to no avail. She begs Jared Booker to help her get home. He is reluctant to help but finally agrees. As they trudge through drifts of snow on horseback can they mend the drift between them? I enjoyed the little surprises in this fun and sweet story.

Dressed in Scarlet by Darlene Franklin
December 1913...Denver, Colorado...Natalie Daire had been to Thalia's Christmas party but decided to drive home despite blizzard conditions. She ends up having an accident resulting in her meeting Fabrizio Ricci. Now stranded at the Brown Palace hotel—where Fabrizio is employed in the garage. Natalie's kind heart shines as she helps make everyone comfortable during a trying time at the hotel. Natalie and Fabrizio come from two very different backgrounds, hers a life of privilege and his the working class. Can such two different people find love? A sweet, fun and heartwarming story. I especially like the paragraphs on page 439.


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great stories..I do wish either all were connected or none of them...seemed a little odd for some to be connected and the first on to not be at all
but overall great stories and I loved reading them