Broad Street Boarding House

Series · 22

books · 2021-2022

By Jaclyn Hardy, Christine Sterling, Laura D. Bastian, and more

Books in series

Adele's Decision

2021

Adele Hilton has just lost her father to a sudden illness, and now she's an orphan left with a large inheritance from each of her parents. A warning of danger from her aunt is closely followed by a bullet that narrowly misses her, and she realizes she's no longer safe in her home. She boards the first train out of town and ends up in Denver, where she finds a boarding house and hopefully, a place of refuge. Noah Kettering must find his client, who has disappeared before she had a chance to look over the paperwork for her father's estate. Miss Hilton must sign the papers if she desires to claim the assets, but if he can't find her, how can the matter be resolved? Together, Adele and Noah figure out that love can be discovered in the strangest places, and that new friendships can be made wherever we may be.

Katie's Conundrum

2021

Katie Lasko’s brother has been killed, her house and barn burned to the ground. In desperation, she comes up with a plan. But a poker game, a shoot-out, and a dropped gun leave her in a real conundrum. Deputy Rick Sands has loved Katie Lasko for as long as he can remember. When she gets tangled in a conundrum and runs away it’s his job to hunt her down and arrest her. But how can he arrest the woman he loves? The Broad Street Boarding House is known for the perfect matches that happen to its residents. When Rick finds Katie there he wants to marry her but she has no need for a husband. Before Rick can even begin to convince Katie otherwise, she is once again involved in a plot. Will Katie be the first to break the perfect record of the Cartwright sisters' matches? Can Rick rescue his lady and win her heart, or is KATIE’S CONUNDRUM unsolvable?

Cassidy's Calling

2021

A woman that despises the military; a man appointed to saving the souls at the largest military garrison in the west; the plague that forces them together. Cassidy Blackwood has lost every man in her life due to the military or war. Even her brother decided he needed to take up arms, leaving Chicago for the coast of California. When she gets word that her brother has been injured, she doesn’t think twice about traveling across the country to bring him home. What she doesn’t count on is the quiet, reserved preacher who defends the very institution she despises! Devlin Kingston was the newly appointed chaplain-in-training at the Presidio in San Francisco, California. As he prepared to oversee the souls of the fallen and wounded, nothing could sway him from the commitment he made to the church. Then why was a feisty redhead making him question his life choices? When a plague forces them together in a small town, can Devlin and Cassidy put aside their differences to see the plans that God has for them both? This is a sweet and wholesome historical western romance

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The Kingston Brothers Stories

2022

Twin brothers. Two beauties. The adventures of falling in love. ~ Cassidy's Calling ~ Cassidy Blackwood has lost every man in her life due to the military or war. Even her brother decided he needed to take up arms, leaving Chicago for the coast of California. When she gets word that her brother has been injured, she doesn’t think twice about traveling across the country to bring him home. What she doesn’t count on is the quiet, reserved preacher who defends the very institution she despises! Devlin Kingston was the newly appointed chaplain-in-training at the Presidio in San Francisco, California. As he prepared to oversee the souls of the fallen and wounded, nothing could sway him from the commitment he made to the church. Then why was a feisty redhead making him question his life choices? When a plague forces them together in a small town, can Devlin and Cassidy put aside their differences to see the plans that God has for them both? ~ Carrigan's Calm ~ There was a storm coming. Not now, but soon. Not the kind that involved thunder and lightning. It was the kind that involved bullets and blood. Carrigan Briccillio could feel it in her bones.

Christina's Crusade

2021

When Christina Van Pelt is let go from her teaching position, she feels lost and rejected. Teaching meant everything to her, and without it, she wonders if she truly has a purpose. A letter from a family friend inviting her to come teach in Denver brings her to life again and she eagerly agrees to make the trip, but when she arrives, she finds that the plans have gone horribly awry. John Hall has been teaching in the Denver schoolhouse for five years while also trying to see to the needs of his aging mother. Complications with her health have been a worry to him, as well as his seeming inability to connect with this year's students. Hearing that a new teacher has arrived in town just adds another layer to his burden—he can't lose his job because there's no one else to take care of his mother. Meeting Miss Van Pelt turns John's entire world on its ear, and soon they realize that what they seek the most can best be found when they look toward each other. Christina's Crusade is a wholesome historical romance appropriate for all ages and is the fourth book in the Broad Street Boarding House series.

Eliza's Longing

2021

Eliza Bell is the last of her school group to marry and there is nothing that hints marriage is in her future. Born with one leg shorter than the other, she’s been marked as a spinster from the day she turned eighteen. Now at twenty-three, she decides to set off on her own. She longs to be useful and focused her efforts on learning to work with her hands since she felt she wasn’t fit to do much else. Her embroidery and dresses are known for their quality, but Greenville is too small to make a living selling her wares. Wishing to flee the pitying looks of all who know her, she learns of a job as a seamstress in Denver and procures lodging with the Cartwright sisters at the Broad Street Boarding house. Henry Ellsworth is down on his luck. His business plans went bust when his partner invested their combined money with an unscrupulous company. To make matters worse, Henry’s fiancée called off their engagement when she learned there was no money. Now Henry has little to his name but dreams to do something worthwhile. An advertisement for a journalist at a newspaper in Denver could be the hope he needs. When Henry meets Eliza on the train to Denver, he’s impressed with her intelligence, simple beauty, and kindness and only a little surprised to see she walks with a limp. When he discovers she’s planning to start a business, he wants the best for her and finds lodging at the boarding house next door. Little did he know how much more he would come to admire her and long to protect and shelter her from the dangers of the new big city. But since he’s in no position to offer anything but his presence and she’s already making plans for her success, is there any chance he can win her over, or will he be destined to admire her from afar?

Annie's Endeavor

2021

A woman who wants justice served - A man who can help - An adventure that knows no bounds! Annie endeavors to find the man responsible for the murder of her parents since everyone else has turned a blind eye. She hires a detective to go on one last search before she agrees to an arranged marriage with a man she never met before. Nicholas Ross agrees to meet a desperate woman looking for redemption. Even though he is successful, he knows she is already spoken for. Will Nicholas convince Annie she is going to marry the wrong man? While at the Broad Street Boarding House she falls for the detective but knows she’ll have to face her fiancé at some point. Who will she chose to spend her life with? Or, will it be chosen for her? Join Annie and the sisters in this adventurous story about choices and decisions in the Old West. About this series: The Broad Street Boarding House series was created as a multi-author project to bring together a large cast of characters and many different writing styles and perspectives. It’s been so fun to coordinate with the authors involved and to hear all their fantastic story ideas. Sophie and Sybil Cartwright are the imagination of Miss Amelia Adams and they are two of the most delightful ladies ever!

Saving Savannah

2021

Savannah is on her way to Carson City to become a school teacher but falls ill on the train. Dr. David Baker notices how unwell she is, and knows she won't survive the remainder of the trip and insists on taking her off the train when they arrive in Denver where he's purchased a building to open his own medical practice. He secures lodging for Savannah at the Broad Street Boarding house and continues to check in on her until she's fully recovered. Since her plans to go to Carson City are no longer an option, Savannah has to find employment in Denver and asks Dr. Baker if he needs someone to cook, clean, and help out with his patients. Once they start working together, Dr. Baker realizes she's more than just a former patient. She's kind, beautiful, and a gifted assistant. Can he convince her to be a part of his life forever, or will the trauma from her past keep them apart?

Mary Hannah's Misgivings

2021

Mary Hannah has misgivings about everything, but one thing she is certain about is her need for freedom from her father’s plans for her to marry a man twice her age. When her friend Katie comes asking for help to escape the local hoodlum’s vicious hand, Mary Hannah begs Katie to take her, too. Will a town in Colorado be far enough away from Mary Hannah’s misgivings to let her find a happy life? Xander Armstrong lives a quiet life, a good life, in Denver. Despite his injury from the war, he works hard to earn a reputation as a trustworthy doctor. But he has no misgivings that a woman would ever want to marry him with his disability. Until he meets Mary Hannah and realizes her potential. Encouraging her to study midwifery and building their practice together becomes his major goal. But how can he fulfill his heart’s desire to marry this amazing woman when he is only half a man with one leg. Can Mary Hannah put aside her misgivings and discover what she is truly gifted in doing? Can Xander overcome his own misgivings and build the medical practice he is destined for? Can his love and faith in her bring them together for the life they deserve?

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Starla's Search

2021

He'll help her find her missing brother before Christmas. But can she trust him?Starla Logan's brother disappeared three years ago. With no family left, she receives a surprise letter from him. Zachary is in trouble in Denver and needs help. She leaves immediately and arrives at the Broad Street Boarding House just before Christmas. She'll find Zachary, no matter how long it takes. But when the handsome man staying at the boarding house next door offers to help, she gladly takes him up on his offer.Wyatt Dawson is being paid to find Zachary Logan, and Starla is his best option to make sure the job is done. But the more he works with her, the more he's convinced that Zachary is innocent of the crime for which he's accused. And the more time he spends with Starla, he more he loses his heart to her.Telling Starla the truth would put her life in danger, but keeping his secret will destroy their budding relationship. Finding Zachary means the truth will emerge one way or another—if they can survive the men bent on seeing Zachary pay for the crime he didn't commit.Starla's Search is a sweet and clean western historical romance, certain to warm your heart and fill you with hope! It can be read as a standalone or as part of the multi-author Broad Street Boarding House series.

#11

Holly's Hallmark

2021

When Holly Christenson’s husband is killed on his family’s farmstead, his siblings—especially the second eldest who is now in control—heartlessly casts her from their midst. She takes a train to Denver and moves into the Broad Street Boarding House. With help from the Cartwright sisters and Cane, an obliging gentleman next door, she lands a teaching job. The holidays are upon them, and while helping Cane Givens at the Mission House and overseeing the Christmas play, sparks fly between the young couple. A mysterious and unwelcome visit from her brother-in-law, Trip Christenson, and his reluctance to leave Denver is unsettling and suspicious. Join Holly, Cane, and the Cartwright sisters as they attempt to unravel Trip’s motivation before someone gets killed. Holly’s Hallmark is a tribute to those special qualities that others see in us. This is a story of forgiveness, redemption, a homeless mission house, and faith that God will have His way in bringing love and security to those who trust in Him.

#12

Grace's Gift

2022

She's come to Denver to marry one man, but her heart belongs to another. Will she give her Christmas gift to the right groom? 1875 For the past several years, Grace Lancaster has known the security of living under her brother’s roof after the deaths of their parents and older sister. But when her brother begins hinting that he’s interested in a woman in town, and that woman shows every indication of not wanting Grace to be underfoot, she determines to find a match of her own. Answering an ad in the Matrimonial News, Grace soon finds herself heading to Denver, Colorado, and staying with spinster sisters Sophia and Sybil Cartwright at the Broad Street Boarding House. Will this unlikely pair be able to find the right man for her? Ephraim Kempton grew up in the rugged town of Denver and is pleased that it is becoming more civilized. However, he’s grieving over his father’s recent death, and his aunt and cousin seem to be vying for the fortune that is rightfully his. To make matters worse, the woman who has come to Denver to marry his cousin is the same woman Ephraim has set his sights on. Can he prove that he is the rightful heir? More importantly, can he prove to Grace that he is the right man for her?

#13

Carrianne's Debacle

2022

Carrianne is determined to find her husband who left three years ago to hunt gold in California. She’s broke and debtors are dunning her for her dead father’s gambling expenses. She decides to go in search of her husband to make sure he's all right and unexpectedly finds him in Denver. Cord McLeod is hiding from a previous employer in San Francisco, Shiv Deegan, who wants him dead because Cord discovered evidence of Deegan's thievery and murders. Cord doesn't have the evidence, but a U.S. Marshal and San Francisco's governor believe him and are helping him try to prove his claims against Deegan. Cord never wrote to Carrianne to make sure Deegan didn't learn of her existence and take out his revenge on her. She isn't ready yet to forgive Cord, but because she does want to help him, they travel to San Francisco, where she puts her life on the line, alongside him, to seek proof of Shiv Deegan's guilt. Will they succeed? Or will Shiv Deegan make good on his threat and take Cord from her before they can reclaim the love they have only just rediscovered.

#14

Brandy's Bluff

2022

“Brandy, I caution you. Get hold of your temper. Don’t do anything you’ll regret.” Whiskey heiress Brandy Dardanelle has been abandoned at the altar. Seething from the sting to her family honor, she follows the lickspittle’s trail to Denver. However, she doesn’t even have time to unpack when she sees the errant ex-fiancé getting on another train. Afraid of losing her prey, Brandy brashly jumps aboard too. Successful rancher Samuel Elliott, Jr., returning home after negotiating the cattle deal of a lifetime, must now convince his neighbors he’s wise enough and mature enough to handle the details. When the pretty but sassy heiress confronts Sam on the platform, their wildly confusing argument blindsides him. Worse, Tess Hartford storms up, demanding Sam’s proposal. Again. In a desperate move to free himself of the lovesick girl, he announces his engagement to Brandy. The news streaks through the valley like lightning, backing Sam into a corner. Would Brandy be willing to stay long enough to help him bluff his way through a fake romance? Sam just needs her for a few days… Grab this Christian Clean and Wholesome Historical Western Romance in The Broad Street Boardinghouse Series today!

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Vesper's Violin

2022

On the night before her forced marriage to Harry Curt in Boston, Vesper Darnell flees to Denver with a trunk of clothing and her mother’s cherished violin. After securing lodging at Broad Street Boarding House, she plays at the concerts her new agent has arranged. When she asks for payment from the venue, she learns her manager has taken the money and disappeared. The president of the Physician’s Association notifies Dr. Louis Glenn that he has sixty days to marry or face expulsion from the organization. From his Palmer House window, a violin solo catches the ear of the young doctor. When he meets and learns of Vesper’s situation, he works hard to find places for her to perform. Vesper enjoys her new-found freedom and musical career in Colorado Territory. The relationship between the good doctor and the violinist soars to a crescendo until Harry Curt arrives in town looking for Vesper. Is Vesper forced into marriage against her will? Will the Physician’s Association allow Dr. Glenn more time to find a suitable wife?

#16

Carrigan’s Calm

2022

There was a storm coming. Not now, but soon. Not the kind that involved thunder and lightning. It was the kind that involved bullets and blood. Carrigan Briccillio could feel it in her bones. .... it really is a love story.

#17

Samantha's Sorrow

2022

Samantha's life was turned upside down when she received the news that her husband had been killed in war—a war he never should have taken part in. Now burdened with paying off all his gambling debts, Samantha is left behind to pick up the pieces. Nicolas has loved working as a lawyer, but he has yet to make to find a place of his own. But when he meets and agrees to help the beautiful Samantha Williams with her debts, none of that matters anymore. When Nicolas has a few mysterious cases fall in his lap, it's up to the two of them to save the lives of two young women. It doesn't take long for both to notice the attraction between them, but society insists that they can't be together. Will they follow what high society demands or allow themselves to follow their hearts?

#18

Bernie's Banjo

2022

On the morning of her wedding, Miss Bernadette Baldwin witnesses the burning of the community center, and wonders if her fiancé, Thomas Edwards, played a hand in its destruction. She helps the neighbors put out the fire, acquires a kitten, burns her hand, and meets the new physician, Dr. Keith Joel. With no place to wed and no groom, she continues her routine as a housekeeper at the Ruby Hotel. In the afternoons, she plays the banjo at the open market. Dr. Joel insists on treating Bernie’s hand and uses it as an excuse to see her. When a guest room at the Ruby Hotel is robbed, Bernie is thrown into the mystery and the events that will change the course of her life.

#19

Willow's Weeping

2022

She's finally going back home to her family's ranch—if they'll accept her. Can he convince her that she belongs with him, too? January 1876 Young widow Willow Fitzgerald suspects she's in love with handsome citified Howard Lancaster, whom she met at the Broad Street Boarding House over the holiday season, but she needs to get home to her family's ranch to see her dying father—if he and the rest of her family will welcome her back at all. Keeping Howard at arm's length is the right thing to do, especially because Howard doesn't know the first thing about ranching. Will Willow be able to walk away from what may be the best thing that ever happened to them? Howard Lancaster was only supposed to stay in Denver long enough to see his sister happily married before returning home to Iowa, but Willow Fitzgerald has captured his heart. Now she's leaving to go back to a family that rejected her in the past, and Howard isn't convinced their feelings have changed. He's willing to offer protection, but what will happen when her brothers put him to the test? Will he pass with flying colors? Or will he fall flat on his face and forfeit his chance at winning the widow's frozen heart?

#20

Hattie's Hope

2022

Weary of laundry and scrubbing floors, Hattie Baker longs for a career as an opera singer. When the renowned soloist, Dr. Lucas Curtis comes to town, he holds tryouts for a production. Hattie scores a position on the team and rehearsals begin. Dr. Curtis won a prestigious award for an opera he wrote. A New York company has contracted to publish it. But when the manuscript is stolen, Hattie and Lucas must find it before a representative of the publisher comes to Denver. Will their growing love survive?

#21

Helena's Heart

2022

Helena Sandstrom has been working as the governess for Rupert and Tommy Edgerton for several months now, finding the routine a safe place to hide from the troubles of her past. She's accepted that her life will be different from how she always imagined it - not every dream is meant to come true. Caleb Edgerton is nearly worn out after two years of being the sole caretaker for his aging mother. Her health has taken a turn, and he can no longer manage her care alone. Coming to his brother for help, he finds a source of comfort in the most unexpected place - the schoolroom. Neither expected to find the other, nor did they plan on the feelings that would develop. Will Helena's distrust keep them from finding true happiness together, or will Caleb's mistakes chase her away first?

#22

Josephine's Joy

2022

She's running from her past. He's certain she is the one for his future. Josephine Milton has moved to Denver to start a new life away from the gossip of those who can't stop talking about the scandalous events of her father's arrest and hanging. When she gets to Denver and moves into the Broad Street Boarding house, she gets a job as a caretaker for a widow who's healing up from an illness. Walter Lewis is struggling too much while juggling his new law office and caring for his aging and ill grandmother that he has no time to even consider courting anyone even if he had the mind to. He's skeptical at first to hire Josephine, but when his grandmother hires her anyway, Walter comes to realize she's the best thing that has happened recently. While he's not interested in marriage, Grandmother's new assistant is more fascinating than he'd anticipated and he finds himself reconsidering his stance on bachelorhood. Will he find the courage to allow himself to fall for someone of the working class, or will he be destined to live his life alone?

Authors

Jaclyn Hardy

Author · 16 books

Jaclyn is an Idaho farm girl who grew up loving to read. She developed a love for writing as a senior in high school, when her dad jokingly said she was the next Dr. Seuss (not even close, but very sweet). She met her husband, Steve, at BYU, and they have six happy, crazy children who encourage her to keep writing. After owning a bookstore and running away to have adventures in Australia, they settled back down in their home in Utah. Jaclyn now spends her days herding her kids to various activities and trying to remember what she was supposed to do next.

Christine Sterling

Author · 63 books

Christine Sterling independently published her first book in 2017. She writes sweet and wholesome historical westerns and sweet contemporary small-town romance novels. She lives in Pennsylvania with her husband, a spoiled Shih Tzu, two German Shepherds, and an energetic Border Collie, that keeps her on her toes. She spends her time writing, thinking about writing, and dreaming about writing. Her favorite things are a good cup of tea, puppy snuggles, a movie that will make you cry, and hearing from her readers.

Laura D. Bastian

Author · 24 books

Laura grew up in a small town in central Utah and now lives in another small town in northern Utah. She always loved stargazing and imagining life outside her own little world. Though they grew up only thirty miles apart, she didn't meet her husband until they went to college. A graduate of Utah State University with a degree in Elementary and Special Education, Laura has been using that training as she raises her children and writes make believe worlds. You can usually find her on her laptop either typing away, or on social media interacting with friends.

Charlene Raddon

Author · 20 books

Charlene Raddon began writing western historical romance novels in 1980. Her book Tender Touch was a Golden Heart Finalist. Forever Mine received a Romantic Times Reviewer's Choice Award nomination. Her books have received other awards and won or placed in several contests. She loves hearing from readers. When not writing, Charlene loves to travel, do genealogy, needlepoint, crochet or dye Ukrainian style eggs. She also designs book covers for other authors at www.silversagebookcovers.com.

“Heather Blanton is blessed with a natural storytelling ability, an ‘old soul’ wisdom, and wide expansive heart. Her characters are vividly drawn, and in the western settings where life can be hard, over quickly, and seemingly without meaning, she reveals Larger Hands holding everyone and everything together.” MARK RICHARD, EXECUTIVE PRODUCER, AMC’S HELL ON WHEELS, and PEN/ERNEST HEMINGWAY AWARD WINNER I write Christian Historical Western Romance. Yes, that often entails the use of firearms in a threatening manner. Sometimes there are fistfights. There may even be politically incorrect but historically accurate language. But also, there is always an inspirational message and strong allusions (at least) to the gospel. A former journalist, I am an avid researcher and endeavor to skillfully weave truth in among fictional story lines. I love exploring the American West, especially ghost towns and museums. I have walked parts of the Oregon Trail, ridden horses through the Rockies, climbed to the top of Independence Rock, and even held an outlaw's note in my hand. I grew up in the mountains of Western North Carolina on a steady diet of Bonanza, Gunsmoke, and John Wayne Westerns. My most fond childhood memory is of sitting next to my daddy, munching on popcorn, and watching Lucas McCain unload that Winchester! My daddy also taught me to shoot and, trust me, I can sew buttons on with my rifle. I can be reached several different ways: http://ladiesindefiancé.com/ https://www.facebook.com/authorheathe... https://twitter.com/heatherfblanton https://www.pinterest.com/heatherfbla... I am a proud member of Western Writers of America. My novels are all Christian Western Romance because this is the genre that lets me write about strong, pioneer women and men who struggle to find God and then live out their faith in real ways. Like good old fashioned Westerns, there is always justice, a moral message, American values, lots of high adventure, unexpected plot twists, and more than a touch of suspense. Of course, romance is always a strong element in my stories because it is such a beautiful gift from God and a perfect reflection of how he loves us: sacrificially and lavishly. My stories aren’t preachy or cheesy, but I hope they are inspirational, heart-warming, realistic, illuminating, and glorifying to God.

R.L ASHLY is a master seamstress with a Master of Arts degree in Literature. A mother and grandmother, she is active in her local writing community, never says never to a home improvement task, and strives to one day write the Great American Novel.

Lynn Donovan

Author · 50 books

Lynn Donovan spends her days chasing after her muses, trying to get them to settle down and behave long enough to write down their words and actions. The results are numerous novels, anthologies, and short stories. Lynn enjoys reading and writing all kinds of fiction, paranormal, speculative, contemporary romance, and time travel. But you never know what her muses will come up with for a story, so you could see a novel under any given genre. All that can be said is keep your eyes open, cause these muses are not sitting still for long! Oops, there they go again… You can learn more about Lynn on her blog https://authorlynndonovan.wordpress.com, follow her on Twitter @MLynnDonovan, her Face Book Author page at Author Lynn Donovan www.facebook.com/lynndonovanfgg, and her website: http://lynndonovanauthor.com And on Amazon www.amazon.com/author/ldonovan

Marlene Bierworth lives in Ontario, Canada and her goal is to inspire her readers to "Dream Big Dreams and Live Big Lives. She seasons her stories to include action, adventure, romance and emotional conflicts, with the meat of the tale touching on current issues that concern families. When the story is told, the book ends, whether it is a short story or a full length novel. Included on her list are books for 'Teens' and the 'young at heart', intended to inspire readers to put feet to their dreams. Marlene has written adventures, romance, suspense, historical western and mysteries for both teens and adults. You can find a complete list of titles at http://www.amazon.com/-/e/B00J9RM116 Life's experiences feed Marlene's imagination and from them evolve characters and adventures that will keep the reader turning the pages. Fiction is her favorite genre but non-fiction continually tugs at her heart strings when there is a truth to be told or encouragement to give. She has published Book 1 in an ongoing series on the "ABC'S of MARRIAGE" complete with tips and worksheets for study and reflective purposes, for private study between couples or for groups. Successful marriages are her passion and she loves to interact with others to promote healthy marriages. "Life is an adventure waiting to be told" and it is Marlene's goal to "help book lovers experience it to the fullest." Join her fan base and stay informed. Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/11180... BookBub: https://www.bookbub.com/profile/marle... She is also on Facebook Marlene Bierworth and Twitter (@MBierworth, Pinterest, Instagram, and LinkedIn.