Free to Heal: A Historical Western Marriage of Convenience Novelette Series

Texas Wildflowers, Book 2

By: Susette Williams, Leah Atwood

Narrated by: Allyson Voller

Kane Calloway swore he'd never let anyone close to him again - that way he'd never feel the pain of loss. Living a life of reckless abandonment has brought him face to face with his demons. No more running. Either he gets married or spends time in jail. Neither sentence is appealing, but if he stays out of jail, he can at least help keep two small children from going hungry.

Newly widowed, Faith Masterson is struggling to keep up with chores while tending to her two daughters. Without help, which she can't afford to pay for, she and her daughters will surely starve by winter. After hearing about a new government program for women in her situation, she decides it is worth trying for the sake of her children.

Will two destitute people be able to learn to love again? Or are they doomed to spend a marriage imprisoned by the loss they each encountered in their past?

©2015 Susette Williams (P)2016 Susette Williams

Good, clean short story

This book is short and to the point. The characters are very likable and I almost wish that it were written into a full novel. Of course, there are more short books in this series so I guess I'll think of them as the next chapters. I can't wait to read the others. These short stories are such fun to listen to when you want something that doesn't take a lot of time.
I was given a copy of this audio book in exchange for an honest and unbiased review.

great book

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very well writen and narrated. would definitely listen to more like it

Sweet Romance

I have a weakness for historical western romances, and the premise of this series sounded interesting. I loved the narrator's tone and pacing. She had the perfect voice for this story. While I knew this was a short, quick listen, I did feel the ending was rushed and adding a chapter or two would have fleshed things out a bit more. Still, overall an enjoyable experience.

Good novelette with a unique concept for plot.

This is a Christian novelette based on the "Freedom Bride" program. Faith has been left widowed with two small children. Kane is in prison for a minor offense. He is offered the chance to get out of prison is he agrees to marry Faith and provide for her and her children, be faithful and stay away from alcohol and tobacco. Kane had previously lost his wife, so they have something in common.They are married the day they meet. Can these two strangers come to actually love each other? Nice story.

Surprising couple!

--I received a copy of this audiobook in exchange for an honest review.

This is the first book of the series that I have listened to, and I love the premise of the storylines. Kane, a convict has been allowed to marry Faith. She is a recent widow with two small girls and is in need of some help with her farm. Kane needs a place to start over after losing his wife in childbirth, and making some poor decisions. This unlikely couple is so wonderful to see grow together and become a family. I love Kane and can see how Faith could not help herself but fall for the man. There are a few obstacles, including town gossip repercussions, but love wins out. I also love the names of all the children..which you will have to read(listen) to the book to find out. It is very inspirational.

Allyson Voller narrates the novella series for this and is wonderful.