American Mail-Order Brides

Josephine: Bride of Louisiana is 18th in the unprecedented 50-book American Mail-Order Brides series. Josephine Depardieu grew up in Massachusetts, fairly privileged and educated, speaking French as well as English, but when her father dies, she finds herself working in a factory in as a seamstress. When the factory burns down, she looks for other options…and sees an ad for a French-speaking mail-order bride. She's always wanted to know more about her French culture, and heads down to a plantation in Louisiana to find out more. Pierre Bernard has lived and worked on his father's plantation on the Mississippi River his whole life, but as a first generation American, hasn't always been as interested in French culture as his father would like. When his father decides to move back to France and leave Pierre the plantation, he is stunned to find out that this will only happen if he is married-to a French woman. But when Josephine learns that Pierre's father expected a woman from France, is she up to the task? And how long can Pierre keep his father in the dark?

Michelle: Bride of Mississippi is 20th in the unprecedented 50-book American Mail-Order Brides series. When Michelle Blake's world collapses and her job as a seamstress disappears, she thinks maybe her cousin, Josephine, has a good idea. She follows suit and answers an advertisement to be a mail order bride. She doesn't know much about Mississippi, but is willing to take a chance for a better life in a place where she might be able to use her sewing skills to benefit others. Anthony Chandler's family has lived, loved and worked in Mississippi for generations and have been pillars of the community. With his parents gone, he's now in charge of their faltering clothing business. And when his twin sister Adelaide dies, leaving him with her young twins, he doesn't know where to turn for help but the Grooms' Gazette. Even though Christmas is imminent, he places an advertisement and hopes for the best. As she spends more time in Mississippi with her new family, Michelle realizes that Anthony is unwilling to share his wealth with the needy in their community and when he actually forbids her to help, she believes she understands what kind of man he really is-one she could never love. But when the twins she's fallen in love with show her their generous hearts, will this Christmas be like no other she's ever experienced?

Josephine: Bride of Louisiana is 18th in the unprecedented 50-book American Mail-Order Brides series. Josephine Depardieu grew up in Massachusetts, fairly privileged and educated, speaking French as well as English, but when her father dies, she finds herself working in a factory in as a seamstress. When the factory burns down, she looks for other options…and sees an ad for a French-speaking mail-order bride. She's always wanted to know more about her French culture, and heads down to a plantation in Louisiana to find out more. Pierre Bernard has lived and worked on his father's plantation on the Mississippi River his whole life, but as a first generation American, hasn't always been as interested in French culture as his father would like. When his father decides to move back to France and leave Pierre the plantation, he is stunned to find out that this will only happen if he is married-to a French woman. But when Josephine learns that Pierre's father expected a woman from France, is she up to the task? And how long can Pierre keep his father in the dark?

2016 Booksellers Best Award FinalistA starry-eyed bride, an unwilling groom, a secret matchmaker and a troubled child… When the truth comes out, it'll take a more than a miracle to deliver a happily ever after.Jilted society miss Victoria Lowell travels a thousand miles to wed a suitor she's never met whose letters won her heart. Divorced shopkeeper David O'Brien wants nothing to do with matters of the heart. However, his young daughter needs a mother and his meddling sister believes she's done him a favor by corresponding with a mail-order bride.He holds off on revealing the author of the letters Victoria received and sets a date for their wedding. Love isn't part of the bargain. But love is what Victoria has come this far to find... Victoria, Bride of Kansas, is the 34th book in the unprecedented 50-book series, American Mail-Order Brides. Order Victoria, Bride of Kansas today...and don't forget the sequel: Santa's Mail-Order Bride. Two stories that will warm your heart year-round. E.E. Burke is a bestselling author of emotionally powerful historical and contemporary romances that combine her unique blend of wit and warmth. Her books have been nominated for numerous national and regional awards, including Booksellers' Best, National Readers' Choice and Kindle Best Book. She was also a finalist in the RWA's prestigious Golden Heart® contest. Over the years, she's been a disc jockey, a journalist and an advertising executive, before finally getting around to living the dream. Writing stories readers can get lost in.Follow E.E. Burke: https://www.bookbub.com/authors/e-e-burkewww.facebook.com/AuthorEEBurkewww.twitter.com/author_eeburkewww.goodreads.com/EEBurke

The heartwarming sequel to Victoria, Bride of Kansas...Maggie has an unexpected suitor-in a red suit. Schoolteacher Maggie O'Brien comes home for Christmas on a mission--to gather toys for orphans living on poor farms in Kansas. She's made her list, but there's no Santa in sight. Not until a local shopkeeper volunteers his services. Gordon Sumner sets his mind on winning the black-haired Irish beauty, but Maggie's brother is his fiercest competitor, and O'Brien's loyal sister gives him the cold shoulder. Undaunted, he comes up with a clever plan. With Christmas just around the corner, Maggie is running out of time to make the holiday happy for needy children. She accepts Sum's help-with a plan of her own. She'll play matchmaker and find her persistent suitor the perfect bride. If you haven't read VICTORIA, BRIDE OF KANSAS, why not read both? E.E. Burke is a bestselling author of emotionally powerful historical and contemporary romances that combine her unique blend of wit and warmth. Her books have been nominated for numerous national and regional awards, including Booksellers' Best, National Readers' Choice and Kindle Best Book. She was also a finalist in the RWA's prestigious Golden Heart® contest. Over the years, she's been a disc jockey, a journalist and an advertising executive, before finally getting around to living the dream. Writing stories readers can get lost in.Follow E.E. Burke: https://www.bookbub.com/authors/e-e-burkewww.facebook.com/AuthorEEBurkewww.twitter.com/author_eeburkewww.goodreads.com/EEBurke