The Carpenter’s Schoolmarm

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About the Book The Carpenter’s Schoolmarm

She’s running from her future. He’s hiding from his past.

Forced into an arranged marriage by her father, Samantha Baxter flees from the clutches of her fiancé and finds sanctuary in the small town of Cooperton, Kansas, as the new schoolmarm. Although she attracts the attention of some of the single men in town, Samantha remains cautious, knowing any romantic relationship could put that man in danger of her fiancé and his fury if he ever tracks her down.

Michael Brooks finally has enough money to purchase the land where he will build his future home. He can put his criminal past behind him and find peace in the solitary life of crafting furniture for the people of Cooperton. That is, until he meets the new schoolmarm. She stirs a dream inside him that he didn’t know he wanted.

A wife and family to call his own.

Despite her efforts, Samantha finds herself drawn to Michael, unable to deny her growing love for the handsome carpenter. But when his past and her future collide, will the two be able to trust in each other and in God’s plan? Or will their secrets keep them apart?

About the Author of The Carpenter’s Schoolmarm

Kimberly Burkhardt writes historical romance with a blend of faith, love, and adventure.
She enjoys learning about the people who carved out a life in the Old West and draws inspiration from them for her characters.

Her work has won the ACFW First Impressions contest and was a finalist in the ACFW Genesis contest. She is a member of the American Christian Fiction Writers, Nebraska Writers Guild, and Faith, Hope, and Love Christian Writers.

Though a Kansan at heart, Kimberly moved to Nebraska, where she lives with her family. Along with pursuing her dream of publication, Kimberly enjoys a good book and a great cup of coffee and can usually be found with one or both in her hands. She also enjoys spending time with family, being outdoors, and visiting historical sites around the Midwest.

My Thoughts on The Carpenter’s Schoolmarm

The Carpenter’s Schoolmarm is a wonderful historical fiction novel and the start of a fun series that you’re going to want to check out.  I thoroughly enjoyed it, and I’m sure you will as well.

Samantha, better known as Sam, is running from an arranged marriage.  How she views the world and her life is shaped by her past and what her life has been.  It gives her a skewed view of the world. 

The carpenter is Michael.  And he’s running from his past, too.  But his past doesn’t include an arranged marriage, but rather him having been an outlaw.  Michael is big and tough, but really a bit of a teddy bear underneath his rough exterior.  

I can picture the town that this is set in in my mind.  You see, I’ve seen a lot of Kansas small towns, being that Kansas is a mere twenty minutes from my doorstep.  

When the past comes knocking at both Sam and Michael’s doors, can they withstand the storm? 

I loved this first book in a new series and can’t wait to read the next two.  

I have voluntarily reviewed a complimentary copy of this book, which I received from JustRead Publicity Tours. All views expressed are only my honest opinion. I was not required to write a positive review, nor was I compensated in any other way. All opinions expressed are my own. I am disclosing this in accordance with the FTC regulations.