Release Day Review: Courting Miss Emma by Linda Broday
Series: Hangman’s Daughters #2
Genre: Historical Western Romance
"One day I intend to court you, lady. That's a promise. Hangman's daughter or not."
Texas, 1868. Emma Taggart has finally found a place to belong – setting up Heaven's Door orphanage with her sister Maura was a new beginning for her – and one she will do anything to protect.
Texas, 1868. Emma Taggart has finally found a place to belong – setting up Heaven's Door orphanage with her sister Maura was a new beginning for her – and one she will do anything to protect.
When guarded ex-army man Stone Landry buys the neighbouring land and moves in - camels and all - Emma's world changes forever. He is an infuriating man who instantly gets under her skin - in ways she never dreamed possible, and despite herself, Emma starts to wonder if, just maybe, he is man enough to take on a Hangman's daughter . . . But their newfound connection is quickly tested by violent night raids, kidnappings, and underhand tricks by powerful rancher Zeke Parker, who is intent on running them out of town and taking the land he deems to be his. Can Emma find enough courage to trust in Stone and help him give her the life she's always dreamed of?
**ARC provided in exchange for an honest review**
In Courting Miss Emma by Linda Broday, Emma Taggart, who runs Heaven's Door orphanage in 1868 Texas, faces challenges when Stone Landry, a guarded ex-army man, becomes her neighbor. Their connection is tested by violent raids and a powerful rancher, Zeke Parker. Emma must find the courage to trust Stone and secure the life she dreams of.
Courting Miss Emma is the second book in the Hangman's Daughters series, focusing on Emma, the younger Taggart sister. She's dedicated to running their orphanage and is known for her stubborn and cautious nature due to her past. Stone, her neighbor, has his own issues and isn't keen on starting a family. Their first encounter is quite entertaining, with some great banter.
The side characters were all amazing. Each of them added an extra layer to the story and were incorporated greatly into the narrative. I also liked how all the characters joined forces to defend their homes, adding some thrilling action to the story. While I would've appreciated a bit more romance, it didn't ruin the experience.
Linda Broday is excellent at crafting action-packed historical western romances that grab your attention right away. Her stories and characters are consistently captivating, which is why I always look forward to her new releases. I have complete trust in her ability to deliver engaging tales.
ABOUT THE AUTHOR
At a young age, Linda Broday discovered a love for storytelling, history, and anything pertaining to the Old West. After years of writing romance, it’s still tall rugged cowboys that spark her imagination. A New York Times and USA Today bestselling author, Linda has won many awards, including the prestigious National Readers’ Choice Award and the Texas Gold. She resides in the Texas Panhandle where she’s inspired every day.
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