invisibleobserver13's review against another edition
3.0
It was okay. I liked some stories better than others. I'm not really a fan of historical fiction, Westerns, and typical romances with little conflict. But my biggest problem with it was some of the stories were very preachy.
lmbartelt's review against another edition
4.0
Yes, it's early to be in the Christmas spirit but plan ahead for when the days are cold and snowy and get a copy of this novella collection. (Disclaimer: I received a free copy of the book in exchange for my review.)
I have a love-hate feeling about novella collections because the stories often seem rushed and just when I start to care about the characters, the story ends. But I've also discovered authors I love by first reading one of their stories in a novella collection.
Such is the case with MaryLu Tyndall, whose story Christmas Bounty was my favorite in this book.
I wish I could rate the stories individually. Some I loved; others were just okay. But overall, this book is a great way to get in the mood for Christmas. You'll be wishing for an old-fashioned Christmas by the time you're done!
I have a love-hate feeling about novella collections because the stories often seem rushed and just when I start to care about the characters, the story ends. But I've also discovered authors I love by first reading one of their stories in a novella collection.
Such is the case with MaryLu Tyndall, whose story Christmas Bounty was my favorite in this book.
I wish I could rate the stories individually. Some I loved; others were just okay. But overall, this book is a great way to get in the mood for Christmas. You'll be wishing for an old-fashioned Christmas by the time you're done!
beckys_bookshelves's review against another edition
5.0
Take the journey into the American west alongside nine women who are chasing their dream
The Westward Christmas Brides Collection is a wonderful collection of nine novellas all rolled into one book. The books feature wonderful authors like Wanda Brunstetter, MaryLu Tyndall, Olivia Newport and many more. The stories are about fifty pages each and can be read in a short time. Each story stands alone, and does not connect to the other.
What is there not to love in a book where all nine stories center on Christmas and brides? What made this collection particularly interesting is the wonderful variety of stories and characters featured. You get to step into the world of pirates, westward wagons, mining towns, stagecoaches, trading posts, train rides, and small towns from the west. Each story was excellent and I would have a hard time choosing a favorite.
I love the look of this book. The sepia cover and the cut of the pages give it the feel of a book published long ago. I felt I was stepping back in time.
I highly recommend reading The Westward Christmas Brides Collection to put you in the Christmas spirit.
I was given this book by The Bookclub Network&Barbour Publishing for an honest review
The Westward Christmas Brides Collection is a wonderful collection of nine novellas all rolled into one book. The books feature wonderful authors like Wanda Brunstetter, MaryLu Tyndall, Olivia Newport and many more. The stories are about fifty pages each and can be read in a short time. Each story stands alone, and does not connect to the other.
What is there not to love in a book where all nine stories center on Christmas and brides? What made this collection particularly interesting is the wonderful variety of stories and characters featured. You get to step into the world of pirates, westward wagons, mining towns, stagecoaches, trading posts, train rides, and small towns from the west. Each story was excellent and I would have a hard time choosing a favorite.
I love the look of this book. The sepia cover and the cut of the pages give it the feel of a book published long ago. I felt I was stepping back in time.
I highly recommend reading The Westward Christmas Brides Collection to put you in the Christmas spirit.
I was given this book by The Bookclub Network&Barbour Publishing for an honest review
abcdefg88piano's review
4.0
This was a fascinating read because I knew nothing about the Moravians and was very curious about their community lifestyle. The story itself moved a little slowly, and I had some questions that were never really answered, but the historical setting and the main character kept me reading with interest.
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