Cowboys and Angels Series by Amelia C. Adams

Mariah Redding believes she's starting her life fresh by accepting a proposal to be a mail-order bride in Creede, Colorado. Things back home in Kentucky didn't end on a happy note, and she's looking forward to the chance to find the happiness she's been denied. It turns out, however, that fate has decided to play a different card. Hans Jensen doesn't need to marry or have a family - he's perfectly content as he is... moreMariah Redding believes she's starting her life fresh by accepting a proposal to be a mail-order bride in Creede, Colorado. Things back home in Kentucky didn't end on a happy note, and she's looking forward to the chance to find the happiness she's been denied. It turns out, however, that fate has decided to play a different card. Hans Jensen doesn't need to marry or have a family - he's perfectly content as he is. But when his sister and her husband are killed in an accident, he's the only living relative who can take in two little boys who are in desperate need of love and acceptance. So many hearts hurting and in need of healing - can they all find what they're seeking in the town of Creede? less

Regina Stoker and her sister, Ariadne, were raised as part of London society, surrounded by servants who did everything for them. When they are left orphans upon the death of their father, Regina is eager to try something new and talks Ariadne into traveling to America with her, where they will have all sorts of adventures. The only problem is that they aren't prepared for anything they'll face... moreRegina Stoker and her sister, Ariadne, were raised as part of London society, surrounded by servants who did everything for them. When they are left orphans upon the death of their father, Regina is eager to try something new and talks Ariadne into traveling to America with her, where they will have all sorts of adventures. The only problem is that they aren't prepared for anything they'll face. Jake Honeycutt is a quiet, unassuming man who spends his time mending fences and watching over cattle. When a surprise visit from an angel, of all things, encourages him to speak his mind, he's not sure what to make of that - until he meets Miss Regina Stoker, a woman who makes it nearly impossible for him to keep his thoughts to himself. With a little divine help, will both these people discover what lies inside themselves and who they're truly meant to be? less

Ariadne Stoker came to the Colorado town of Creede with her sister, Regina, in hopes of starting a new life when their father died. They established a tea shop in town and have enjoyed success, but now that Regina is married, Ariadne feels left out and lonely. There are plenty of single men in Creede, but none of them are right for her... moreAriadne Stoker came to the Colorado town of Creede with her sister, Regina, in hopes of starting a new life when their father died. They established a tea shop in town and have enjoyed success, but now that Regina is married, Ariadne feels left out and lonely. There are plenty of single men in Creede, but none of them are right for her. Wendell Thurgood is a quiet businessman who has never participated much in society, but when he rents out a property to two pretty Englishwomen for the purpose of running a tea shop, he can't get one of them out of his mind. She seems like everything he's ever hoped for in a wife, but he doesn't know if she would even consider him worth a second look. Leave it to Miss Chapel, a matchmaking guardian angel, to bring everything about the way it should be ... less

Lydia Pullman has done everything she can to put the past behind her, but as one of the women kidnapped and held prisoner in a Colorado cellar by a gang of ruthless men, she now struggles with anxiety and fear of the dark... moreLydia Pullman has done everything she can to put the past behind her, but as one of the women kidnapped and held prisoner in a Colorado cellar by a gang of ruthless men, she now struggles with anxiety and fear of the dark. More than anything, she wants to be back on her way to San Francisco, where she was headed where she was abducted, to fulfill her dreams of becoming a playwright, but she's been stuck in Creede, trying to earn enough money to replace what was taken from her and buy a train ticket. Bradley Murdoch is a successful businessman who has created an entire life for himself in Ames, Iowa, but he has never forgotten the beautiful girl who boarded a train and left him standing on the platform. As time has gone by, he's realized that life means little without her - but she chose to leave, and he can't make her want to stay. With the help of an angel, perhaps these two will realize that life is meant to be lived, and that even in the darkness, they can always turn their faces toward the light. less

Tobias Redfern thought for sure he'd lost his chance for love when Lydia Pullman married another man and moved away from Creede. He's resigned himself to living out his days alone in his bookstore. But when he meets a mysterious auburn-haired beauty on the street one afternoon, he finds his heart coming alive again. Louisa Brown has known a great deal of pain and loneliness in her life, and music has been her saving grace... moreTobias Redfern thought for sure he'd lost his chance for love when Lydia Pullman married another man and moved away from Creede. He's resigned himself to living out his days alone in his bookstore. But when he meets a mysterious auburn-haired beauty on the street one afternoon, he finds his heart coming alive again. Louisa Brown has known a great deal of pain and loneliness in her life, and music has been her saving grace. Coming to the town of Creede, Colorado, as a guest soloist could be the fresh start she's looking for, but the baggage of her past might be too heavy for her to carry on her journey. With the help of a matchmaking angel, a meddling rooster, and William Shakespeare himself, perhaps these two souls can find the peace they are seeking in each other's arms. less

Caleb Baker, traveling photographer, is tired of being on the road and longs for a place to settle down and call home. He decides on Creede, Colorado, after hearing that the town is growing and could offer him a living, and he believes he'll be happy there. Ivy Ross, waitress at the Iron Skillet restaurant, has never seen herself as being anything special, and certainly no one worth noticing... moreCaleb Baker, traveling photographer, is tired of being on the road and longs for a place to settle down and call home. He decides on Creede, Colorado, after hearing that the town is growing and could offer him a living, and he believes he'll be happy there. Ivy Ross, waitress at the Iron Skillet restaurant, has never seen herself as being anything special, and certainly no one worth noticing. But when the new photographer in town sees her with different eyes, she begins to wonder if perhaps there is something more to herself, something important and valuable. Counterfeit money is still being circulated in town, and the Iron Skillet restaurant is suffering for it. Caleb brings his unique knowledge into play to help capture the criminals responsible, not realizing to what extent he might become involved - and how that might damage his new relationship with a certain beautiful waitress. Into the mix comes Mr. Waverly, a guardian angel with a job to do - and the wisdom to do it. Heavenly help is never far off in the town of Creede. less

Catherine Ross enjoys working in her uncle's restaurant, but she's always wanted something more - to find true love and be blissfully happy. Even though there are many single men in Creede, she has yet to find the one for her, and she wonders if perhaps she's meant to be alone. Melvin Westcott, owner of the Creede Theater, has been handed two helpings of bad news - not only has his director just quit, but the leading lady went along for the ride... moreCatherine Ross enjoys working in her uncle's restaurant, but she's always wanted something more - to find true love and be blissfully happy. Even though there are many single men in Creede, she has yet to find the one for her, and she wonders if perhaps she's meant to be alone. Melvin Westcott, owner of the Creede Theater, has been handed two helpings of bad news - not only has his director just quit, but the leading lady went along for the ride. Now Melvin must find a new director and a new star or he'll be forced to cancel the production. He needs help, but he doesn't want it in the form of a meddling older woman who calls herself an angel to excuse the fact that she keeps breaking into his office. In the middle of a rough-and-tumble mining town, a touch of culture is a welcome thing, and the show must go on. But if Melvin can't see past his pride and accept the answers he's being given, will he have to give up on his dream? less

Mercy Davis, left alone in the world when her mother passed away, must leave her home in the goldfields of California and create a new life for herself. With no money whatsoever and no friends to ask for help, she takes a risk and hops aboard an eastward-bound train, heading for Denver, where she believes she will start afresh. Heston Granger leads a simple life working at the railroad station... moreMercy Davis, left alone in the world when her mother passed away, must leave her home in the goldfields of California and create a new life for herself. With no money whatsoever and no friends to ask for help, she takes a risk and hops aboard an eastward-bound train, heading for Denver, where she believes she will start afresh. Heston Granger leads a simple life working at the railroad station. Everything in his world is predictable and routine until he opens the door to the stock car and discovers not only a dozen cows without an owner, but a stowaway who happens to be a young woman. As he learns her story, he finds himself eager to help her reach for her dreams - and perhaps a forgetful angel is just who they need to give them a little boost in the right direction. less

When Mary Olson's husband passed away, she purchased a large home and converted it into a boarding house as a means of supporting herself. With the help of her good friend and housekeeper, Patty, she's able to meet her obligations, but there's still something missing in her life, a hole created by the absence of love. Christopher Hoffman has important business to conduct in the town of Creede, and he needs a place to stay... moreWhen Mary Olson's husband passed away, she purchased a large home and converted it into a boarding house as a means of supporting herself. With the help of her good friend and housekeeper, Patty, she's able to meet her obligations, but there's still something missing in her life, a hole created by the absence of love. Christopher Hoffman has important business to conduct in the town of Creede, and he needs a place to stay. He was hoping for a clean room and hot meals, which he received - but what he wasn't planning on was a landlady with haunted eyes and an indomitable spirit. They each have loved, and they have each lost. Can they now find what they're missing in each other? less