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Synopsis
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Alexandra Price is determined to make a
new life for herself. After being thrown out of her convent, Alexandra
submits an ad to become a mail order bride. When she meets the man she is to
marry she is blown away by his good looks, charm and his ability to take
charge. Jim Sullivan became a successful
business man by being able to stay in control, however he has just been
backed into a corner by his own Grandmother. Upon hearing that she has
tricked him into signing a marriage certificate, he learns that he must
create an heir with his mail order bride. Will Alexandra and Jim be able to come
together and find true love through chaos? |
Chapters In Total
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Prologue |
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Chapters |
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19 |
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Epilogue |
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- |
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Pages |
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- |
Note(s)
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· Standalone |
Destination
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1.
Carolina 2.
Jacksonville 3.
New York 4.
Washington 5.
England 6.
Canada 7.
Mississippi |
Song(s)/Band(s)
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1. - |
Main Character(s)
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Male |
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Jim Sullivan |
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Female |
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Alexandra nee Price |
Other Character(s)
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Jim Sullivan |
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Railway Engineer Consultant with the Western Pacific
Railroads |
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Alexandra nee Price |
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Librarian Primary school teacher Grew up in orphanage |
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Ruth Andreadora Sullivan |
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Jim and Alexandra’s daughter |
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Andreadora Sullivan |
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Entrepreneur Grandmother of Jim |
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Andrew Henry Sullivan |
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Father of Jim Deceased |
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Scot Murphy |
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Family physician Eileen’s husband |
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Eileen Murphy nee Sullivan |
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Mother of Jim |
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Morgan Langdon nee Sullivan |
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Aunt |
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Bobby Langdon |
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Morgan’s son |
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Samara Sullivan |
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Aunt Twin to Archie Same age as Jim |
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Archelaus Rubeus Sullivan |
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Uncle |
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Mother Bernardine |
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Mother Superior 83-year-old |
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Joshua Mastert |
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Jim’s biggest rival |
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Johnson |
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Valet |
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Rosa |
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Housekeeper |
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Trevor Rothschild |
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Engineer |
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Oscar Monet |
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Painter |
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Shep |
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Samara and Archelaus’s Rottweiler |
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Dom Darwin |
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Twin to Rus Student |
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Rus Darwin |
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Twin to Dom Student |
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Timothy |
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Student |
Quote(s)
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1.
You know we all love you and we will
always wish for your best. But every bird has to leave the nest one day. Your
day has come. The severing of the tie will no doubt be painful but it will
liberate you, show you your path in the world. 2.
Then she smiled her wicked smile and
chuckled. 3.
The minute Jim saw her he knew what she
had been thinking about. What was worse the moment Alex saw him she knew what
he knew and she turned her eyes to the carpet. 4.
Alex knew her type well. They were born
to be a mother, ease troubles and to spread their light. It came to them
naturally and Alex had always secretly called them the human angles. 5.
Alex had always believed that when
people spoke looking into the fire they always told the truth. 6.
Don’t let Jim bully you into doing
otherwise. The Sullivan men have a knack for it. It is your duty to comply
with his wishes but he has no right to oppress you. And if he does you know
where to go. 7.
None the less you are his wife. And he
will always honor that commitment. As for love, you chose this marriage
knowing well that it was one of convenience, didn’t you? So now the two of
you are on equal score and it’s up to you to build yourself something of
value. 8.
Mother Bernardine always said that lack
of honesty is the beginning of a corrupt mind. 9.
You have every right to question me
Alex. Let me tell you this. I have not lead the life of a monk all these
years but my heart has never been touched. And since the time I have met you
all other women of my acquaintance have faded into oblivion. 10.
Mother Bernardine would say that no
child deserved to have that fear in their eyes and no man had a right to put
it there. 11.
“But we don’t stay for free. We work to
pay for our boarding.” Rus put in proudly. 12.
A sudden feeling that he had somehow
failed his mother crept inside Jim. He never thought of the solitude she
would be enduring after the death of his grandmother. The fact that strangers
had been taking care of the issue, irked him more. |
BOOK JOURNEY
Thoughts
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——————— (3) Wow! Are they soulmate? —————— ΰΈ
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——————— (11) Everyone needs to feel that they are
valuable and being appreciated. Good job Eileen for doing that! —————— ΰΈ
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——————— (12) Now you know about this, will you do
something about it? |
Reading Experience
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I like how the story was written. It
was beautifully written while at the same time, easy to read and easy to
understand for a non-native speaker. It makes me wanted to start reading some
historical background stories. Besides, I love how the characters grow to
love each other and the loving and supportive family they have. Another thing I like about this story
is the part where Eileen take in the children so that they can have a proper
education, proper place to sleep and proper meal so that they can grow up
without worrying things that they shouldn’t have been worrying about. Congratulations
to Jim and Alexandra. Wishing you a happily ever after! |
Question(s)
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1. Is
Mother Bernardine the one who set up Jim and Alexander? |
Three Most Important
Concepts in This Book
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1. Your
marriage will be built based on how you decided to build it. |
Suitable For People Who
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1. Please
refer to “Tags” |
Reading Start and
End Dates
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Start |
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06.11.2024 |
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End |
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06.11.2024 |
Reading Timeline [In
Chapter(s)]
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06.11.2024 |
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01 |
Γ |
19 |
Tags
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Fiction; Historical; Romance |
Pace
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· Fast |
Spiciness
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· πΆ️ πΆ️ πΆ️ |
Rating
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Notes
Reading Experience
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· Plot
and Content: The appeal of the storyline, the depth and
interest of the content, and the relevance and accuracy of the information
presented. · Language
and Style: The fluidity and beauty of the writing,
and whether the author’s style aligns with the reader's preferences and
expectations. · Characterization
and Development: The dimensionality and vividness of the
characters, and whether their development feels deep and credible. · Pacing
and Structure: The appropriateness of the pacing, the
coherence of the structure, and whether the plot progresses smoothly. · Emotional
Resonance: Whether the reader can connect with the
emotions, themes, or viewpoints presented in the book. · Visual
Presentation: The book’s design, including layout, font,
illustrations, and cover design, and how these elements enhance the reading
experience. · Personal
Impact: The influence of the book on the reader’s thoughts,
emotions, or life experiences. · Reading
Comfort: The comfort of reading, considering factors like paper
quality, book weight, and the reading environment. |
Pace
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· Fast
Pace: The plot progresses rapidly, with frequent events
occurring, creating a sense of tension and urgency for the reader. Typically,
these books have short paragraphs and chapters, with concise and brisk
language, and frequent conflict and suspense. Examples include thrillers or
action-adventure novels. · Medium
Pace: The plot develops at a moderate speed, neither too
rushed nor too slow. These books usually feature a balanced progression of
story and character development, with a relatively even writing style. Many
literary or commercial novels may have this pace. · Slow
Pace: The plot advances slowly, often focusing on the
characters' inner worlds, environmental descriptions, or nuanced emotional
portrayals. These books typically have longer paragraphs and chapters, with a
more complex writing style and a lot of information. Literary classics or
works with intricate psychological depictions often exhibit a slow pace. |
Spiciness
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· 0★ No Spiciness Completely non-romantic and
non-suggestive; suitable for all ages. · 1★ Very Mild Occasional flirtation or
light hints; very tame and appropriate for most readers. · 2★ Mild Some romantic tension or
innuendo; suitable for young adult readers but no explicit content. · 3★ Moderate Noticeable romantic or
sexual themes; suitable for mature readers with some emotional depth. · 4★ Spicy Frequent and more explicit
romantic or sexual content; intended for adult readers with significant
emotional stakes. · 5★ Extremely Spicy Highly explicit content
with detailed sexual scenes or intense emotional drama; strictly for mature
audiences. |
Ratings
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· 0.0:
Unreadable or offensive. · 0.5:
Extremely poor; frustrating and unenjoyable. · 1.0:
Poorly written with little redeeming quality. · 1.5:
Very weak; minimal positives, mostly disappointing. · 2.0:
Some merits but overall disappointing. · 2.5:
Slightly above disappointing; some redeeming qualities. · 3.0:
Solid but flawed; enjoyable but forgettable. · 3.5:
Good; has engaging moments but still some flaws. · 4.0:
Very good; well worth reading with a few minor issues. · 4.5:
Excellent; impactful and nearly perfect, with just a few minor flaws. · 5.0:
Exceptional; a must-read that stays with you. |
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