Guarded by a Loving Bride: A Historical Western Romance Novel

by Ruby Westbrook

Flora Dunlop has dedicated her life to running an orphanage in the rugged West, raising a boy she calls her brother and offering a safe haven to those in need. When she saves Nathan Commodore from a deadly bandit attack, everything changes, and the undeniable attraction between them stirs a longing she never expected.

Nathan's world of privilege crumbles when his father is murdered on the banks of the Missouri River. Driven by a thirst for vengeance, he crosses paths with Flora, a woman whose quiet strength challenges his every plan and shakes his resolve.

With danger closing in and secrets unraveling, Nathan must choose between the vengeance he craves and the love that could heal him. Will he embrace a future with Flora and her adopted brother, or will his pursuit of justice destroy any chance at happiness?

Caretaker Heroine, Rescue Romance, Forced Proximity.

"Guarded by a Loving Bride" is a historical western romance novel of approximately 60,000 words. No cheating, no cliffhangers, and a guaranteed happily ever after.

372 pages, Kindle Edition

Published December 16, 2024

Reviews

[patricia hayslip · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great Headline

This was a great story of drama, intrigue and faith. An orphan and her adopted brother from the orphanage and a rich man makes for an interesting book. Nathan the rich man was shot by men who was hired by Nathan’s uncle so he could get the shipping fortune left by Nathan’s dad after they blew him up in an explosion. He also tried to get Nathan killed but him and his best friend Charlie escaped. Flora found Nathan in the woods and brought him to her boarding house for care. A must read.

[Susan · Rating 4 out of 5]

Interesting Western romance novel with well developed characters. After Nathan’s father is killed, he and a friend escape, but are separated. Nathan ends up in a small western town and is aided by Flora a young widow who runs an orphanage. He hides his real identity from Flora. The narrative moves along quickly with enough drama, hurt feelings, as the two main characters slowly get to know one another, while facing danger from man and nature.

[Betty Santos · Rating 5 out of 5]

Wen things look bad, miracles can happen.

From death and despair, faith can lead to a happy ending. Rescued after being shot and nursed back to health, life becomes worth living with a new found love.

[Sherrie · Rating 3 out of 5]

It took me a long time to get through this book, there are so many errors and I had to reread paragraphs to figure out in places what the author was trying to say. The premise of the book is good and the characters and very good. I did make it to the end, and there were loose ends.

[Sue White · Rating 1 out of 5]

While the storyline was interesting, this author needs a better editor and proofreader. The mistakes, which were many, were distracting and cumbersome. Also, why can’t she just finish the book, rather than go elsewhere to get the ending? I won’t be reading any more of her books.

[Nennette Grantham · Rating 5 out of 5]

Perfect couple from perfect people

How special to grow a relationship based on no past history. Two people with such different backgrounds. Yet those backgrounds created two strong personalities who worked perfectly together.

[Rhonda Sledge · Rating 5 out of 5]

I liked the storyline but the book would have benefitted from another round of editing. The characters were great especially her portrayal of David.

[Donna F. · Rating 5 out of 5]

Western drama well done

Nathan rescued by Flora finds his way and his family legacy. Includes orphans, a mean landlord and a twister. Happy ending well fought for