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The Barefoot Bride

by Joan Johnston

1991 · 416 pages

Forced ProximitySecond ChanceArranged Marriage
3.9Goodreads
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The Barefoot Bride A widow seeking refuge in the Montana wilderness marries a country doctor under false pretenses, only to discover he's harboring secrets just as complicated as her own. Molly arrives at her new husband's ranch with a hidden teenage son and young daughter in tow, determined to build a safe, quiet life far from the dangers of the sea—but Seth Kendrick is anything but quiet, juggling a double life as a vigilante protector while his stubborn daughter schemes to drive Molly away. As these two guarded hearts navigate the untamed frontier and each other's defenses, their carefully constructed walls begin to crumble in the face of undeniable chemistry and unexpected understanding. A sweeping, emotionally rich romance about finding love in the last place you expect it.

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