Western Train

Instant New York Times bestseller One of Bustle’s Most Anticipated Books of Summer 2020 “The perfect riveting summer read!”—BookBub In 1935 three women are forever changed when one of the most powerful hurricanes in history barrels toward the Florida Keys. For the tourists traveling on...

A masterwork of moral inquiry from one of the twentieth century’s greatest observers of power, guilt, and justice In A Train of Powder, Rebecca West—one of the great literary journalists of the twentieth century—brings her crystalline intelligence and unsparing moral vision to some of the...

The fast-paced and gripping true account of the extraordinary construction and spectacular demise of the Key West Railroad—one of the greatest engineering feats ever undertaken, destroyed in one fell swoop by the strongest storm ever to hit U.S. shores. In 1904, the brilliant and driven...

Elinor Ashcroft was only eight when masked men tore her from her family, and ended up being raised among a tribe of Natives. She grows into a fierce survivor loyal to the mother and brothers who saved her, even as hunger, danger, and the spread of white settlement close in from every side… Pinkerton Nathaniel Boone is sent west to recover a missing heiress, hoping the case will prove he is ready to stand on his own after his mentor’s death. Yet when he finally finds Elinor, he discovers a woman who wants nothing from her old life—and a trail of secrets that reaches far beyond a ...

Sometimes the most significant journeys are those that take place within the heart. Amelia Hall, widowed and pregnant, stands at a pivotal juncture in her life… Facing a future shrouded in uncertainty, she finds no other option but to agree to an arranged marriage with Benjamin Grant. A pragmatic blacksmith, Benjamin is driven by both societal expectations and the allure of new prospects in the rapidly developing state of California. But never in his heart did he plan to make room for love… Confronting the western trail’s harsh realities, Amelia’s steadfast faith and spirit slowly ...

Tom Zoellner loves trains with a ferocious passion. In his new audiobook he chronicles the innovation and sociological impact of the railway technology that changed the world, and could very well change it again. From the frigid Trans-Siberian Railroad to the antiquated Indian Railways to the futuristic maglev trains, Zoellner offers a stirring story of man's relationship with trains. Zoellner examines both the mechanics of the rails and their engines and how they helped societies evolve. Not only do trains transport people and goods in an efficient manner, but they also reduce pollution and dependency upon oil.

Abandoned at a New York City orphanage, Grace never experienced luck's embrace. Yet, she finds purpose within its walls, dedicating herself to the home that raised her. Tragedy strikes when the orphanage burns down, leading Grace to embark on a daring journey. A train to Texas holds the promise of a fresh start, fueled by her unwavering spirit and hopes for a love as vast as the frontier. Yet, it's when a compassionate lawman seeks her aid that her path takes an unforeseen twist… Should she trust him to lead her to a life free of pain and tragedy? Landen Walke is on a mission to stop an ...

Evelyn Harper shoots her abusive husband to protect her son, then flees Indiana under the cover of night. They find refuge in Arlington, Wyoming, where Evelyn starts over as a seamstress, but danger isn’t finished with her yet… Widowed sheriff Jonathan Tate has kept his heart buried since his wife's death, focused solely on protecting his town. Yet, Evelyn’s strength and guarded warmth catch him off guard. He senses she’s running from something, and he’s not sure if he can trust her… or afford not to. When ruthless outlaws appear in Arlington, Evelyn and Jonathan face their ...

Laura Donovan, raised in an orphanage with her sister, believes she has finally found safety when she agrees to marry a man who promises her a future. But when his mask shatters—and a terrified orphaned boy is placed in her care—she makes a desperate choice. She flees west, leaving behind everything… except the fragile hope of finding love and a place to belong. Ethan Hollister has spent years chasing justice across a lawless frontier ever since his brother was killed by ruthless outlaws. Traveling undercover on a wagon train, he poses as a husband, never expecting the woman beside ...

After a violent train robbery, a stranger is left for dead, with no memory of who he is. Rescued by the rancher Sam Garrett and his widowed sister Sarah, he takes the name "Jack" and begins the slow road to recovery, never knowing if the men who attacked him will return to finish the job… Grateful for their kindness, Jack works to repay them. He has a natural way with horses, yet no memory of the life he left behind. The more time he spends at the ranch, the stronger his bond grows with Sarah, a bond shadowed by the mystery of who he was before the robbery. But Copper Valley is no safe ...

At the height of the California gold rush in the late-1840's, a wagon train of men, women, children, and their animals stumbled into a 130-mile-long valley in the Mojave Desert through a "shortcut" to the California coast. What ensued was an ordeal that divided the camp into remnants and struck them with hunger, thirst, and a terrible sense of being lost and beyond hope, until one of their party volunteered to cross the desert to get help. This young hero was one of the survivors of the tragedy, and he lived to tell the tale in this gripping autobiographical account. In a time of unmarked ...

Kit Butler and Lige Turner are weathered trackers—trappers who once lived among the Dakota people as brothers, learning their language, their land, and their way of life. Now, with the fur trade dwindling, they find themselves guides for a wagon train—a group of emigrants leaving behind the comforts of the world they know for the Wild West. The problem is, they have to pass through hostile Dakota Indian territory to reach their destination.

A journey into the unknown is a journey to become a mail order bride. Margaret Leeds has no idea what a mail order bride is before her stepfather informs her that she is to leave for Colorado territory to marry a stranger. On her stepfather’s insistence that Margaret leave the house and stop draining the family’s resources, Margaret embarks on a long and grueling journey into the west to marry an unknown man. There’s a problem, however. The man is already married. Now, Margaret finds herself stranded in a small town of Stillwater, and her permanent limp leaves her struggling to find ...

September 1854, Oregon Territory Laney and her group of spinsters, dubbed the ‘Sparrows’ have arrived safely in Oregon City. They are moving forward in hopes to find a better life. They all have challenges to overcome. Putting their pasts behind them of being the eternal ‘Plain Jane’ and embracing their own worth is easier said than done. Sophia Greaves is the local beauty on the verge of womanhood. Her mother is hatching matchmaking scenes, while her heart is healing from a secret heartbreak. She turns her healing time into a mission and focuses her energies on her community. She ...

Sam Morrison leaves his Texas ranch with one mission: honor his father’s dying wish and find the sister he’s never met. He joins a wagon train to California, expecting rough trails and merciless outlaws, but not a strong, beautiful woman who hides dangerous secrets. Eliza Blake was meant to marry wealth and power, not the man she could love. Fleeing Boston under a false name, she hopes the vast frontier will swallow her past. But as she unites with Sam, bounty hunters and a jealous rival are closing in, putting the entire wagon train in peril. As bullets fly and loyalties are tested, ...

Clean and Wholesome American mail order bride historical western short story romance. Available as a value box amazon.com/dp/B071H3K8WH (copy and paste the link into your browser) follows two generations of the Saint family as they follow their hearts and make new lives for themselves out West, meeting every challenge head on and striving at all times to trust in their faith and love for one another. This enchanting tale illustrates the strength of character and hope that won the West. John Saint has long dreamed of a new life out West. In 1864 he and his wife and small son finally embark ...

Colt Granger, a former bounty hunter, finds himself betrayed by his partner and left for dead in the unforgiving desert. When a Texas Ranger offers him a chance for redemption, Colt reluctantly agrees to help capture the notorious outlaw, Red Romero. But with his past haunting him and betrayal still fresh in his mind, Colt’s journey to justice will be anything but easy. Catherine Franklin seeks revenge for the brutal murders of her father and brother by Romero’s gang. Determined and unyielding, she joins the mission, despite the danger it brings. As she and Colt ride together through ...

Rosa Sullivan’s happy, privileged life is shattered when she learns that her parents are not her birth parents at all. With her life in turmoil, she’s left with two choices, marry for stability or venture into uncertainty. Fueled by grief and curiosity, she embarks on a journey to Colorado to search for the answers. There, she crosses paths with Daniel, a local man who harbors his own discontent and their connection feels oddly familiar… Will Rosa find the answers she seeks? Daniel Cooper has no reason to be miserable and yet he longs for more, something outside the boundaries of ...

Four unforgettable journeys. Four powerful loves. One perilous trail where only the strongest hearts survive. Oregon Trail Dreaming: A Saga of Sacrifice, Resilience, and Enduring Love In the rugged years of westward expansion, brave men and women risk everything—leaving behind the past to chase hope, freedom, and a future they can call their own. But the Oregon Trail is unforgiving. From raging rivers and deadly storms to betrayal, loss, and impossible choices, survival demands courage… And love demands even more. In this sweet, clean, and wholesome historical western romance collection...

On the trail, every step west costs something. Luke’s about to learn how much… At seventeen, Luke Vance is forced off his dead uncle’s farm with nothing to his name—and no one to claim him. Out of options, he heads west and joins the Oregon Trail, where survival is a daily wager. But the frontier gives no soft landings. Gunner, the trail’s scout, distrusts him from the start, and danger stalks every ridge and river crossing. His only unexpected ally is Eve Mae—a girl sold into servitude and resigned to a life of cruelty. Two outcasts, both unwanted. The farther they travel, the ...