To uphold her family's honor, Samantha Adams agrees to take her sister's place and marry wealthy rancher Blake McCarthy. But when he claims no knowledge of the wedding contract, she finds herself in desperate straits to support herself and her adopted daughter.
Having lost his wife and son during the war, the last thing Blake wants is another wife. When beautiful Samantha Adams shows up at his ranch on the pretext of honoring a marriage contract, he believes she is only after someone to take care of her and her daughter. And he's determined it's not going to be him.
Neither Samantha nor Blake are prepared for the attraction they feel. They both intend to fight it to the bitter end. But when passion sparks into flames, can Blake's passionate kisses and sweet caresses make Samantha forget his accusations and mistrust, and can Blake's desire for Samantha overcome his suspicions?
Professional Reviews
The Romance Studio
Overall this was a fabulous book. The pace was great, the characters wonderful, the suspenseful, shocking ending was the perfect conclusion. I look forward to reading more from this author. I wholeheartedly recommend this book.
Night Owl Reviews - Top Pick
Samantha Adams and her little girl are adorable in this sweet romance read. Little Annie will capture your heart right from the beginning. Samantha is a woman who is not easily defeated and definitely is a great match for Blake McCarthy. Here is a man who is not easily swayed when it comes to a beautiful woman, even one like Samantha. Together these two are great in every chapter. You can see a hero in Blake because when he loves someone, it is forever. Kudos to Sandi Hampton for a wonderful read. I can't wait for more from this talented author.
Long and Short Reviews
It's been a long time since I've enjoyed a good western romance novel. Oftentimes, the heat is present but the realism of the era is absent. It's not enough to be told that the elements exist. I want to be transported back, to experience the journey firsthand. Take me to a time when the land was untamed and roads were paved by the wheels of wagon trains. I want to lose myself in the pages, to be a part of a past that is so incredibly fascinating yet so often forgotten. Author Sandi Hampton's incredible offering, Samantha's Sacrifce, is exactly the brand of story-telling I'm talking about. Of course, there are plot twists and secondary characters that ensure you won't want to stop reading. I sat down to read this story when I woke up in the morning and didn't stop until i finished. Yes, folks, it's that good.
Destiny's Journey, judged Best Western in the Easychair Bookshop competition.
Family deception kept Jennifer O’Malley from marrying her first love ten years ago, West Point officer, Glen Herrington. Now a Civil War widow, she leaves war-torn Richmo
