Her Abundant Joy: Texas Star of Destiny Book 3

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In 1846, young widow Mariel survived the grueling voyage from Germany to start a new life in the "promised" land of Texas. Forced by circumstances to become a servant, Mariel is now determined to leave her harsh master. But how can a single woman face the frontier on her own

Texas Ranger Carson Quinn is responsible for leading Mariel's party of German immigrants safely through dangerous Comanche-held territory. As he watches Mariel hold her head high in spite of everything, he knows he will do anything to protect her.But war is brewing: Mexico will not accept the U.S. annexation of the young Texas Republic without a fight. Honor bound to defend Texas, Carson's deepest longing is to lay down his rifle and forge a future with Mariel. As he struggles to determine God's path for him, Mariel watches the man she loves torn in two.

Will the tide of history keep them from giving their love a chance

Reviews

"A wonderfully satisfying finale to Lyn Cote's fascinating saga of Texas history. Riveting, engaging, unpredictable, it brings to the forefront a frightened and vulnerable German immigrant and a Texas Ranger whose family survived the turbulent years by grace and grit, faith and fortune. Not to be missed!" -- Kathy Herman, author of the Phantom Hollow and Sophie Trace Trilogies

"Cote brings history to life in the way only the very finest historical author can do. She holds the reader spellbound from the book's beginning until a totally unexpected ending. A beautiful love story and a forceful tale of inspiration." -- Irene Brand, author of forty-five books, over 2 million copies in print

"Her Abundant Joy time-travels back to Texas statehood with Cote's unmistakable knack for all things historical, enticing readers into a deftly told tale overflowing with courageous characters amid spectacular settings. A pleasure to read." -- Lois Richer, author of Desert Rose

"An amazing history lesson merged with a wonderful love story. The Texas setting during the Mexican-American war shows a backdrop of drama and great sacrifice. Carson and Mariel's story touched my heart. I highly recommend this book." -- Lenora Worth, author of Mission: Bodyguard

"Lyn Cote casts memorable characters in the midst of American history in a way that is not only intriguing but also eye opening. I thoroughly enjoyed Mariel and Carson's story of courage, perseverance, and faith." -- Tamara Leigh, author of Leaving Carolina and Faking Grace

"A wonderful, page-turning adventure from beginning to end. I couldn't put the book down. This entire series has a permanent place on my keeper shelf!" -- Roxanne Rustand, author of End Game

"Cote's layered rendering of 1846 Texas provides readers with a wonderfully romantic plotline with a brave woman who aspires to love and be loved." -- Romantic Times BOOKclub

Author Bio

Lyn Cote is one lucky woman. She married her real-life hero over 20 years ago and was blessed with two children, a son and daughter, who now have gifted her with an empty nest! She also has been blessed with a variety of alley cats over the years: Professor, Sheba, Waffles and Shadow. Unfortunately, cats don't live as long as people do, and each in turn has left her side. The last one, Shadow, her lovely Siamese orphan, passed away in 2002. But recently, Lyn's daughter called to say that she has continued the family tradition and has just taken in her first stray kitten-Irving. Lyn is very happy to welcome her first grand-kitty into the Cote family and is planning to visit him soon! Lyn loves having guests, but can't quite accomplish the perfect "House Beautiful" look. She does have her standards though. If there is a basket of laundry in the living room, it is always clean. She never allows dirty laundry in her living room! So the door is always open to company, just push the books off the couch and have a seat! Finally, Lyn has been blessed with the career she's wanted since she was a child. She's a writer. So you see Lyn has all she ever wanted: true love, family, understanding friends, a happy home and a rewarding career. She's one lucky woman, and she knows it!