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Book Jacket: 1861 Maryland After her father is killed in the Civil War, Bond Stockard is left homeless unless she’s willing to accept a neighboring man’s offer to become his live in mistress. Refusing, Bond steals one of his coaches and intends to escape to her relative’s home in New Orleans. It’s a dangerous trek, especially with the war going on, yet desperate times require desperate measures, and she’s willing to risk it. However, during a blizzard, her driver loses his way, and the carriage overturns down an embankment.
The following morning, while making their way to Washington to meet with President Lincoln, Major Robert Ashley and his brother Captain Josh Calub come across the coach wherein Bond lies unconscious, nearly frozen to death. After taking her to their nearby home, Robert learns her father, General William Stockard was the dying man he’d promised he’d care for his family. After circumstances beyond Robert’s control finds himself enamored with his young charge, he urges marriage by proxy once she awakens.
Concerned for Bond’s reputation, Robert’s mother forces the wedding to take place immediately upon Bond’s recovery. However, with the aid of a jealous ex-girlfriend, she once again escapes another man’s clutches and hurries south.
A series of misunderstandings, along with the cruelty of war cause Bond’s life to become embroiled with lies, lusts, jealousy, and hatred. Will she ever find a man she can love and trust? You’ll only learn her fate by reading her story…
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Rhonda M –
Another great story! This author knows how to tell a super story and keep you turning pages. Highly recommend!
Penny S –
Really really enjoyed this! Poor Bond! Can’t wait for the sequel!
Mandy Crosset –
Very enjoyable! Will buy others! Did I read a sequel next Feb? Super! Love sequels!
Daria M –
My favorite novels are those during the Civil War but hardly any are put out anymore. So happy to read this one! Very well written. Loved the story! Look forward to the sequel.
Dottie Sayers –
Swift moving story. I like the way it changes places, Good characters. Good read.
Ann Laune –
Really enjoyed! Unique name, Bond. i like it.
Karen Voss –
Gorgeous cover. Storyline and characters exciting. Fast paced action. I really enjoyed this. Will buy others.
Leeanne Platt –
Really good story telling. A lot of twists.
Barb E. –
Yet another riveting novel by my favorite new writer!!
Sarah L –
Highly recommend! Nonstop action! Look forward to reading about Josh!
Mary Ann P –
Very good story! Can’t wait for the sequel!
Linda J –
Love the fact it takes place during the Civil War. You don’t see it too often anymore. Loved the storyline and characters.
Susan Plymo –
Found you in google when I was searching for other info. I was curious so I came to this site, read the book backs & the comments & decided to try one. The BEST choice I’ve made in a long time! I loved Destinies Intertwined! LOVED the larger sized books with big print. NO eye strain! Beautiful cover picture too.
Jannie S. –
So happy Ms Russell keeps putting out quality stories! Love her characters. I recommend them ALL
Lilly Perl –
Wow. Should be a best seller! Very creative. Characters are unique and likable. I loved all the places it took me. I lkie that it took place during the civil war but not bogged down with too much detail of the war.
Astra Monosis –
Decided to read this book since Ms Russell said it was the first novel she’d written. If this is her first, then I’ll definitely be buying more. It was a great story. Started right out with action and kept my interest to the end. I loved reading the first chapter of the sequel. Will buy!
Susan Fallon –
I bought two books at Pike fair I have red one Destinys intertwined very good story getting ready to start the second one I highly recommend these readings and hope to get more in the future
Casey Chase –
Very interesting storyline. I liked that the writer added a few fact about the Civil War but didn’t bog the story down with it. It made the perfect backdrop. I liked all the characters. Very interest bunch.
Melissa J –
Nice book for being the first written. Its really good. I can only assume every one written after keeps getting better. I bought the sequel. Can’t wait to read it. Really appreciate the large print.
Glenda Olney –
High;y recommend. I read a lot and really liked this one. The large print made reading it a pleasure too. Thanks!
Dawn H –
Well written, well paced, really good strong characters. Bond Stockard was the perfect heroine. Robert more than made up for his lust. The brother Josh made me laugh more than once. I’ll definitely be buying the sequel about him.
Catrina B –
I’d never read this writer’s work but I’m sure glad I found her. A really gripping story of loss, betrayal, love with a happy ending added in. I’ll definitely be buying more of her work. Definitely recommend.
Hilda H –
Just finished reading & really enjoyed it. Unusual characters, unique plots, along with wit and southern charm. Highly recommend!
N Hamall –
Very glad I read this writers book. Fresh, funny, sad, sexy, romantic, thrilling. You get it all!
Deim Dyler –
I hadn’t read any books taking place during the civil war and this one didn’t disappoint. The factual history was spot on, bringing the story to life without getting bogged down. Ms Russell kept the war as the backdrop, not using it as a history lesson. Dialogue was believable, pace, fast, characters came to life. I highly recommend Destinies Intertwined. I’m reading Honor Bound now. Wow! Talk about grabbing the reader’s attention by adding chapter one at the end of Destinies Intertwined. A tease you won’t be able to pass up!
Debbie L –
5 Plus. Reading the sequel now.
Mia h –
Bought this book at a local fair and met the author. She was so kind and gracious. I enjoyed our visit as much as I enjoyed reading this story. I’m ordering more today.
Isla F –
Just finished reading this. I found it immensely gratifying. Loved the twists and turns.