BOOK REVIEW: WHERE THE TRAIL ENDS by MELANIE DOBSON ~ The Self-Taught Cook™

Where the Trail Ends

by

Melanie Dobson

About the Book . . .

A young woman traveling the Oregon Trail in 1842 must rely on a stranger to bring her to safety. But whom can she trust with her heart?

For two thousand miles along the trail to Oregon Country, Samantha Waldron and her family must overcome tremendous challenges to reach the Willamette Valley before winter. Together they weather autumn storms, hunger and thirst, and the dangers of a wild and unfamiliar country. But when their canoe capsizes on the Columbia River, they must rely on handsome British exporter Alexander Clarke to rescue them from the icy water.

Alex escorts Samantha and her young brother, Micah, to Fort Vancouver. There Samantha is overwhelmed with men vying for her affections, but the only one who intrigues her-Alex-is the one she cannot have. When his betrothed arrives unexpectedly from England to escort him home, Samantha becomes determined to create a home for herself and Micah in the fertile valley far away from the fort. But how will an unmarried woman support herself and her brother in the wilderness alone? Then Micah disappears into the wilderness one rainy night, and Samantha must rely on the man she loves-the man she’s trying desperately to forget-to rescue her brother before it’s too late.

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About the Author . . .

Melanie Dobson has written ten contemporary and historical novels including five releases in Summerside’s Love Finds You series. In 2011, two of her releases won Carol Awards: Love Finds You in Homestead, Iowa (for historical romance) and The Silent Order (for romantic suspense).

Prior to her writing career, Melanie was the corporate publicity manager at Focus on the Family and a publicist for The Family Channel. She later launched her own public relations company and worked in the fields of publicity and journalism for more than fifteen years.

Melanie and her family enjoy their home in the Pacific Northwest. The entire Dobson family loves to travel and hike in both the mountains and along the cliffs above the Pacific. When Melanie isn’t writing or playing with her family, she enjoys exploring ghost towns and dusty back roads, line dancing, and reading inspirational fiction.

Find out more about Melanie at http://www.melaniedobson.com.

Reader Review . . .

Samantha Waldron and her family are among the first to travel the Oregon Trail, but the trip proves to be anything but an adventure. When she reaches Fort Vancouver, she must rely on the help of the British to survive. She had assumed on the trip that she would marry Jack Doyle, but after meeting Lord Alexander Clarke, she isn't sure what the future holds. But for Lord Clarke, his future is already settled. But will Lady Judith be willing to wait until Alex is ready to return to London?

Historical fiction has always been a favorite of mine. Anything involving the pioneers heading West always grabs my attention, and this was no exception. Melanie Dobson has woven a fascinating tale of adventure, heartbreak, and romance on the Oregon Trail. With no strong language, violence, or sexual content, this novel is appropriate for teens to adults.

5 stars

Disclosure of Material Connection: I received this book free from the publisher through the Litfuse Publicity Group<http://www.litfusegroup.com> book review bloggers program. I was not required to write a positive review. The opinions I have expressed are my own. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255 <http://www.access.gpo.gov/nara/cfr/waisidx_03/16cfr255_03.html> : “Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising.”

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Where the Trail Ends by Melanie Dobson
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