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The Widows of Wildcat Ridge
Series · 12
books · 2018-2019

Books in series

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#1

Priscilla

2018

After losing her father and husband in a mine disaster, Priscilla Heartsel faces poverty and eviction from her home by a heartless mine owner. Tricked into a bank robbery gone wrong, Braxton Gamble finds himself shot and unconscious in Priscilla's bed. Can they survive long enough to find a love more precious than gold? A sweet read.
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#2

Blessing

2018

Blessing is the second book in a series called The Widows Of Wildcat Ridge. An explosion and fire in the Lucky Lady Mine in Wildcat Ridge, Utah, caused a total collapse, killing an estimated 97 men. With the death of her father last month, Blessing Odell inherited the largest ranch in that part of Utah, the Rafter O. She goes by the nickname Buster and wears men’s overalls but they can’t disguise her regal beauty and natural grace. She is also generous to the community, which is why she’s splitting proceeds from the sale of 100 horses with the widows of Wildcat Ridge. Cowboy Thad King has tracked stolen horses to the Rafter O Ranch. He’s determined to capture and see punished the horse thieves who beat his former employer before stealing his horses. He is successful in being hired to work on the ranch, but he doesn’t want to believe Buster Odell or her father had anything to do with stealing horses. Convinced of her father’s innocence, Buster and Thad work together to discover the real culprit, even though it leads them on a dangerous journey. This is a sweet historical western romance.
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#4

Gwyneth

2018

Gwyneth Davies is probably the only widow in Wildcat Ridge, Utah who is happy her husband, Clint, is dead after suffering at his abusive temper for many years. Clint owned the blacksmith shop in town and also had a secret bootlegging operation in the mountains. When Mortimer Crane appears demanding to know the location of the secret still, she realizes she has leverage to finally make her way out of Wildcat Ridge, Utah and have a fresh start. Aedan Murphy came to Wildcat Ridge with one mission only—to purchase four horses on behalf of his employer. When he is involved in an accident at the blacksmith shop, it steals his memory, along with his ability to speak. Can these two people hurt in totally different ways come together and heal each other? Can Gwyneth overcome her fears and trust herself to fall in love again? This is a sweet romance.
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#5

Dulcina

2018

Left widowed following a Utah mining disaster, Dulcina Crass faces running a saloon on her own when her previous contribution was solely as the singer. She struggles to learn the necessary tasks but her heart isn’t in being a saloon keeper. All she ever wanted was to be a famous singer. Will asking Gabriel Magnus, a neighbor from her New Mexico hometown, bring the help she needs or a new kind of trouble? Gabriel Magnus isn’t fulfilled by his role as ranch hand on the family’s New Mexico sheep ranch. What he wants is the chance to prove his boot making skills are good enough to start his own business. When he receives a letter from recent widow Dulcina offering a partnership in the Last Chance Saloon, he recognizes the chance to come to the rescue of the vivacious girl he wanted to court a decade earlier. Upon his arrival, he presents her with a demand—her answer could decide both of their fates.
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#6

Josephine

2018

A Villain. A Widow. A Stranger. One Miracle. Josephine Stillwater was normally an upbeat, happy young woman. And why not? She had a wonderful father, a new husband, and things were looking up in the world. Until she lost it all because of a mining accident. Now with a villainous landlord pounding on her door almost daily, she's losing hope. What else can go wrong? How about a half-dead man on her doorstep? Riley Banks craved adventure and an invitation from his friend Charle's out in Utah was just the thing. Imagine his surprise when he arrives and discovers nothing but Charlie's impoverished widow. If that isn't bad enough, he's sick. Real sick. Getting on his feet again will be nothing short of a miracle. But Riley isn't sure who needs one more. Him, or Charlie's widow, Josephine. Find out in this sweet, historical western romance as only Kit Morgan can deliver!
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#7

Thalia

2018

Thalia Plunkett has loved Duncan Moon, known as Dinky, all her life. Now he's in big trouble. Can Thalia help Duncan kick the booze threatening to kill him, and win his love? Or will he choose whiskey over her? And who is the mysterious man watching Thalia?
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#9

Garnet

2019

A widow with two children to care for, a bounty hunter that is badly beaten, and the crime that brings them together . . . Garnet Chandler has lost everything. The only things remaining are her café, custody of her niece and nephew, and what little bit of sanity she has left. After the deaths of her husband and in-laws, she has made it her mission to provide for the children. When the children are kidnapped, Garnet has to find a way to rescue the last ties to her family. What she doesn’t expect is the handsome bounty hunter that comes to her aid. Bounty hunter Adam Bennett is on his last job. He’s on the trail of a killer who escaped from prison and left a string of bodies in his wake. When he manages to catch up with the man, Adam is beaten and left for dead. Instead of dying, Adam vows to capture the killer and those that have teamed up with him, but he doesn’t count on rescuing two children in the process. Can Garnet and Adam join forces to capture the killer and rescue the children in time? Will the children be able to stay with Garnet, or will the grandparents take them from her? Can Adam teach Garnet that even though she thinks she doesn’t need a man, having one isn’t all that bad? Garnet is a sweet historical western romance. Read all of Caroline’s The Widows of Wildcat Ridge books Read all of Caroline’s McClintock series books Read all of Caroline’s Kincaid Series
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#10

Grace

2019

When a woman who has always done what she was told decides to take matters into her own hands—she just might discover her future waiting... Grace Hill has spent most of her life caring for others. When her beloved little sister is in trouble, Grace defies those who tell her she can’t, and rushes to her aid. Joining the other widows in Wildcat Ridge struggling to survive, she discovers the woman she is—a woman strong enough for a man like Benjamin Sloane. Benjamin Sloane rides shotgun on the Wells Fargo stagecoach line through the rugged Utah Territory. He’s big-hearted, tough and about as civilized as a grizzly bear. But something about a fancy lady from the big city makes him want to clean up his ways and give her his heart.
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#12

Claire

2019

Widow Claire Reynolds puts up a feisty front and speaks her mind. But when a stranger comes to town her world is turned upside down. How can he see through her into what lies hidden in her heart? Quinn Bates was hired to rid Wildcat Ridge of undesirables. But when the first person on the list is a woman, he has second thoughts. What is it about this spitfire that has his employer so anxious to get rid of her? He's determined to find out. Enjoy this fun, sweet and wholesome book that only Kit Morgan can deliver!
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#13

Cadence

2019

A foolish mistake left Cadence Biggler and her little sister Regina at the mercy of strangers in a strange town—until Mortimer Crane stepped in, paid her bills and offered her a job as a maid at his Gentlemen Only Salon in Wildcat Ridge, Utah Territory. Soon, she realizes Crane wants more from her than her labor. More than she's willing to give. Since the salon is no place for a child, he takes Regina to stay with a family then refuses to tell Cady where the little girl is. Garrick Brant became a traveling photographer to make a living and search for his missing sister July. He's drawn to Cady the first time he sees her, but Mortimer Crane orders his thugs to keep him away from her. How can Garrick and Cady's romance develop under such restrictions? Can Garrick help Cady find Regina and free her from Crane's clutches? Can Cady help him find his sister July? One thing is certain, they'll have to fight Mortimer Crane every inch of the way.
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#15

Hazelanne

2019

Hazelanne Pitts dreams of more in life than the responsibilities of raising her five younger siblings to assist a sickly mother. Secretly, she corresponds with a rancher in Wildcat Ridge, Utah Territory, who wants a mail-order bride. When the money for the stagecoach ticket arrives, she sets off to be married. But a week later, a mine explosion claims the life of her new groom. Struggling to tend the ranch chores on her own, she becomes injured and doesn’t know if she can ride to town for help. A pretty sweet-natured passenger, Hazelanne, caught stagecoach shotgun rider Brice MacAndrew’s eye when she traveled to Wildcat Ridge. Hearing she was the mail-order bride of Clay Oliphant, a known drunkard, didn’t sit well. After the mine disaster, Brice goes out to the Oliphant ranch and finds an injured Hazelanne who is on the edge of collapse. The only way he can help is to offer a marriage of convenience. Can the ranch become the haven both are looking for?
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#16

Ophelia

The Widows of Wildcat Ridge Book 16

2019

When the man she loved vanished, Ophelia wed Mortimer Crane hoping for a new, better life. After 20 years of lies and infidelity, she wants out, and luck offers her an opportunity when the mine collapses, and she learns that Mortimer had put all his holdings in Wildcat Ridge in her name to avoid losing them in a pending lawsuit. She moves to Wildcat Ridge to claim her rights and discovers her old flame waiting there. She still loves Brody Duvall, but can she trust him? He abandoned her once twenty years ago. Brody can’t believe his luck in having Ophelia back in his life. He won't interfere in her marriage, but can’t help but hope she leaves Mortimer. She has plenty of cause for a divorce. Can Brody win her love once again? Can Ophelia and Brody defeat Mortimer at his own devious game and win all that they want, including each other, or will Mortimer win again?

Authors

Christine Sterling
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.

Kit Morgan
Kit Morgan
Author · 142 books

Kit Morgan, aka Geralyn Beauchamp, has been writing for fun all of her life. When writing as Geralyn Beauchamp, her books are epic, adventurous, romantic fantasy at its best. When writing as Kit Morgan they are whimsical, fun, inspirational sweet and clean stories that depict a strong sense of family and community. 'His Prairie Princess' is the first of the Prairie Brides books and the first in the series of a long line of stories about Clear Creek, Oregon. One of the wackiest little towns in the old west! Get to know the townsfolk in Clear Creek and come sit a spell! NOTE: Hi folks, it has come to my attention there is an erotica book floating around out there written under the name Kit Morgan. IT IS NOT MY BOOK! I do not, and never will, write in that genre.

Linda Carroll-Bradd
Linda Carroll-Bradd
Author · 40 books

As a child, Linda was often found lying on her bed reading about characters having exciting adventures in places far away. Upon reaching a landmark birthday, she decided to write one of those romances she loved so much. Easier said than done. Perseverance paid out and twelve years later, she received her first call from a publisher and a confession story was published. Now Linda writes heartwarming contemporary and historical stories with a touch of humor, and many have a tie to her previous home of Texas. Linda enjoys writing from her cabin in the mountains among the cedar and pines with her husband of 34 years and their two much-loved dogs.

Charlene Raddon
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.
Caroline Clemmons
Author · 67 books

Through a crazy twist of fate, Caroline Clemmons was not born on a Texas ranch. To make up for this tragic error, she writes about handsome cowboys, feisty ranch women, and scheming villains in a small office her family calls her pink cave. She and her Hero live in North Central Texas cowboy country where they ride herd on their rescued cats and dogs. The books she creates there have made her an Amazon bestselling author and won several awards. Find her on her blog, website, Facebook, Twitter, Goodreads, Google+, and Pinterest. Click on her Amazon Author Page for a complete list of her books and follow her there. Follow her on BookBub. Subscribe to Caroline’s newsletter at www.carolineclemmons.com to receive a FREE novella of HAPPY IS THE BRIDE, a humorous historical wedding disaster that ends happily—but you knew it would, didn’t you? She loves to hear from readers

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