Cadi

Cadi is a precious, young lady who takes a chance on her future following loss due to her father’s gambling addiction. Along the way she meets Trynt, who has experienced his own family betrayal. I love that these two took their time on the trail to California to get to know each other. Each ‘watched’ the other, without really meaning to, to find out what the other was like as a person, how they treated other people, did they adapt well, whether or not they offered help, accepted help and took advice. The same kind of things ‘dating’ couples look for today, except they were crossing the country in wagons.

I love that Cadi made purchases that would help herself and others on the trail. Trynt used his gift as a carpenter to help others. These two seemed to just fit together. Neither was looking for love, but time and again, they sought each other out when various situations would arise.

Ms. Carroll-Bradd takes us on a realistic journey along with the H/h/and the secondary characters through the joys and sadness that would accompany the difficult journey west. Ms. C-B writes her characters in a way that you want to cheer for them, mourn with them and hope for their success.

This is a well written book that was an absolute joy to read. It is a clean sweet romance that is full of adventure. If you like books about the Oregon Trail you will love this book.
Thank you Backlit PR and Linda Carroll-Bradd for the complimentary copy via NetGalley. All opinions expressed are my own.

Cadi was a refreshing American Prairie story that takes place in 1873. Cadi follows our main character of the same name as she ventures west to California from Kentucky, with her aunt, uncle, and 2 cousins, in hopes of restarting her life after her father ruined their family legacy.

At a camp in Missouri, Cadi and her family meet Trynt, a carpenter from Indiana. Leaving behind a hometown that holds the constant reminder of Trynts fiance’s and his younger brother’s betrayal, Trynt packs his life in his wagon and heads for Oregon. After being invited to join Cadi's family's community company, who is in need of a skilled carpenter for the journey, Cardi and Trynt get to know each other.

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||"The things inside her wagon made her life easier but, with hard work, she could earn money to replace them. But she suspected she would never find another man quite like Trynt Pembroke."||
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Cadi's and Trynt's relationship through the course of this book was perfectly paced and just worked. Their instant companionship and growing friendship were endearing and honest for the time the story is written in. When the time came for Cadi's and Trynt's blossomed romance it was easily welcomed and believable and not an Insta-love situation.

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||"Separately, we sought our new futures, and we’ve reached where we can begin the next chapter together."||
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Even though Cadi is a part of a long series it can be read as a standalone. This story was a fast and easy read, perfect for a comfort read. I usually don't like road trip/travel stories but Cadi manages to deliver an entertaining and heartfelt story without being laborious or redundant. Cadi is a clean romance that is perfect to get out of a reading slump or to ease into reading historical fiction if you're new to the genre.

I really liked this story, until the almost end. I liked how Cadi was an independent woman, and that her family supported that. I like that she stood up for herself and did the right thing, especially when no one else would. But Trynt believing something was going on between her and the other guy, especially when he knew she was a target... And the whole I love you because got a little mushy. All in all it was a fun, good read.

I received an advance reader copy in exchange for a fair review.

Cadi is a very well written historical romance. I am historicals but do enjoy books about covered wagon era. This book has a good plot and character dynamics.

What a fun and sweet read! A break from reading the heavy stuff and I love the idea of a wagon train ( kind of makes me feel like I was born in the wrong era).
A wonderful plot with excellent writing and well rounded out characters. I always did think Cadi was ahead of her time. Strong and stalwart I admired her ability to stand up for herself when most wouldn't do that.
Trynt I didn't care too much for at first but eventually I warmed up to him. I thought he a good leader and I would definitely request him to be the leader of my train if I were on one.
My most favorite part was that the story started out in Kentucky where I used to live!
Betrayal I can definitely understand all too well. Sad but true. People will do anything to make a buck.
My thanks for a copy of this book. All opinions are my own. I was NOT required to write a positive review.