A truly delightful story that grabbed my attention from the first. Young love is always hard, especially when you are ten years old and the object of your affection is older and you don't see them again for several years. But Yancey Palmer made up her mind she just had to get over Hale Adams and move on. Luckily through the Archer Matrimonial Company she had begun a correspondence with a man that truly seemed perfect!
Hale Adams has decided to run in the Mayoral campaign. He'd also corresponded with a lady he was matched to through the Archer Matrimonial Company and just knew they would be perfect together. Or at least he hoped so. He wanted a home and family and be happy like his wonderful aunt and uncle.
But fate, no make that Antonia, owner of said Matrimonial company when she heard Yancey's story about her love for Hale. She had them corresponding to each other but neither knew it was them!
Such a sweet story as these two begin to be around each other.. There had been a lot of misunderstandings and as the two try to work their way through, can they find true happiness?
This story just warmed my heart and cannot wait to read more!

Poor Yancey! She fell in love with Hale when she was ten and he rescued her from a bully. Throwing herself at him every chance she got, trying to make him jealous, and breaking up his courtship with her older sister only caused him to despise her.

When I read the synopsis, I knew this would be a great story! It only hinted at the tangled web that had been woven for Hale and Yancey.

I enjoyed reading this story. I felt deeply for Yancey's pain over Hale's rejection and especially for her grief when she found out the man who finally drew her affections away from Hale was none other than Hale. And he hated her and blamed her for being responsible for the deception!

Contrary to what I expected, Yancey was a complex woman with a generous heart and a passion to serve. She had a great maturity and was wonderful in coming up with amazing ideas for Hale's campaign. And she had great wisdom that she was able to use to encourage her friends. I loved that she cared enough for Hale that she wasn't willing to accept his love when his heart wasn't ready.

Unbeknownst to Hale and Yancey, while they worked on his campaign, their friends and family were embroiled in drama surrounding counterfeiting and human trafficking. The principals in this drama were known due to the way the story was written so it wasn't a mystery, yet it was unknown how things would work out.

Hale suffered from mistrust and unforgiveness. He needed to be able to get past these and there is a spiritual component here as he learned how to let these things go.

I felt a little lost at the beginning as events from the past were hinted at. This is likely because this is the first book in the series I have read or it could have been due to the way facets of their history were slowly revealed. So it might help reading this series in order.

If you enjoy historical fiction with a spiritual element, then The Telegraph Proposal and the Montana Brides series is not to be missed!

If you’ve read the previous two books in the Montana Brides series, The Telegraph Proposal gives you an opportunity to catch up with some familiar fictional friends. But don’t concern yourself if you haven’t, once you get to know some of the Helena, Montana characters, you’ll feel like a part of this group of people too.

Yancey and Hale both carry misconceptions about each other. Yancey has put Hale on a pedestal for years. Hale has seen Yancey as annoying and selfish, avoiding her whenever possible. What neither of them has taken into consideration is that the other is human. Hale has made mistakes. Yancey has grown up. And when they correspond without realizing the truth of who they are writing to, some of those things come to light.

There are some difficult, tragic moments in The Telegraph Proposal. There are also some silly, humorous scenes. There are growing pains for Yancey and Hale. And I appreciated how Gina Welborn and Becca Whitham didn’t avoid any of it because the and the bad, the forward progress and the steps back, the friendships and family all work together to shape these two characters.

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The Telegraph Proposal is a well written and entertaining historical romance. I always enjoy mail order bride stories and this book was no exception. I recommend this book. My thanks to the publisher for my advance ebook. This is my unbiased review.

Thanks goes to the publisher, via Net-Galley, for an advance reader copy of The Telegraph Proposal. This is a western romance set in Montana. My opinions are my own and are not influence in any way.

The Telegraph Proposal is an enchanting story with delightful characters and an emotionally-charged plot. The pacing is good and kept my attention from the first page to the last. The authors’ writing is descriptive and painted an authentic picture of the times.

Yancey Palmer’s character is vivacious and friendly. She enjoys life and it shows in her interaction with her friends. She’s finally ready to move on from her infatuation for Hale Adams, one she’s fostered for ten years. I loved her reaction when she finds out the man, she’s been corresponding with, is none other than Hale!

Imagine Hale’s chagrin when he learns that the woman, he plans to wed, is Yancey Palmer, a woman who has been a thorn in his side for years. He accuses her of being behind the charade. He does not come across in the best light when he jumps to that conclusion!

Hale’s uncle convinces him to let Yancey run his campaign for mayor of Helena. Can the two put aside their differences and work side by side to get him elected, or will their animosity ruin all?

Hale Adams is an interesting hero. I liked him even when he was being bull-headed. Underneath, he is a good Christian man, just a bit too strong willed. As he spends time with Yancey, re realizes he has formed a great many misconceptions regarding Yancey’s character. I enjoyed the change in him, and it added a great deal to my enjoyment of this book.

The romance blossoms slowly, but it’s no less rewarding for that. I liked the characters individually and as a couple. They worked well together, and I was glad when they found their happy ending.

If you enjoy clean western romances with engaging characters and an intriguing plot, then you will like The Telegraph Proposal. This is the first book I’ve read by either author, but I will be looking at other books they have written. Happy reading!

While I find mail-order bride stories intriguing, I also admit that I tend to be very picky about them because it's difficult to make the romance believable. The added twist to the premise of this novel had me instantly intrigued because it would eliminate at least part of what typically stunts the realism for me. I felt the romance thread was well-played and the conflict was amusing. I admit to having a difficult time keeping all of the characters straight in the beginning, but I know that at least part of that was because they existed in other books of the series. As the story progressed the character confusion smoothed itself out anyways though as more details were revealed about them.

Overall I found this to be an enjoyable read and one that was easily able to hold my attention. I recommend to fans of historical fiction and mail-order brides.

*I received a copy of this book through JustRead. Thoughts and opinions expressed are mine alone.

Wow! I was completely wowed by the depth of this book! It was incredible. I have not read any of the previous books in this series, so yes, you can read it as a stand alone quite comfortably. Having read this one, I can't wait to read the rest of them. It starts out humorously & light hearted, then layers are added, similar to a beautiful cake. You first appreciate the decor & then you taste the frosting. After which you try the cake it's self. You knew you were getting a cake, & even knew the flavor you had chosen, but until you actually taste it you dont know if it is what you were wanting. This book has it all. Giggles, seriousness, pain, & real life with happiness & love sprinkled throughout. I love how it points out that God allows us to chose to forgive, whild we are called to do. An easy 5 stars for this book.

The end to the Montana Brides series wraps up with this story. The authors include enough details throughout this book to catch up readers who may have not read the first two books but I would encourage reading the complete trilogy. Taking the good with the bad is an encouraging thought emphasized in this book. I enjoyed reading the author's note about the historical facts behind this series. Montana's history becomes alive with these stories. The characters are authentic and Yancey delightful! Very enjoyable! Recommended!

I truly enjoyed this storyline. This was an author I had not yet had the privilege of reading before this book, and it did strike me as a book that was likely part of a series. However, I was very pleased at how the author wrote this story in a way that it could completely stand alone, but yet previous events that were pertinent were touched on enough that the reader did not ever feel lost. I also appreciated the clear attention to grammar and punctuation. These details just add clear and concise readability which I always appreciate tremendously.

I have read a lot of historical fiction, as this is one of my most favorite genres. Many of the books I read have a similar style and plot lines to one another. I can often tell exactly what will happen next as I read. This is not always as enjoyable, as I do like some twists within the storylines at times. I enjoyed how this book began with strong characters who had a solid history together that was not simple. As I read and discovered the first twist that was taking place when the author had the matchmaker change names between Hale and Yancy, I had a completely different idea in my mind of the direction this story was going to take. I was actually hoping that plot twist I was envisioning was not going to be the reality, as it would have really cheapened the story for me. However, she took it a whole different direction when she had the matchmaker own up to what she had done before just throwing the two characters together. Also, all of the other sub stories are strong and exciting! I love all of the strong characters on the sideline, and how they fit into a very big picture that goes so much deeper than just Hale and Yancy, and whether or not they will be together in the end.

I greatly enjoyed the depth of the storylines throughout this book! I also felt this to be the perfect length for this book. It did not feel drawn out, and also did not feel like it was so short that details were lost along the way. I will absolutely be seeking more books by this author in the future! Great book!

The Telegraph Proposal
By Gina Welborn and Becca Whitham
The Telegraph Proposal is book 3 in, A Montana Brides Inspirational Romance series. The story had previous books characters and plot lines in it however I read this book only. By the end, it all made sense whether you read one book or all three.
The story begins with the help of Archer Matrimonial Company. Rather than simply doing as her mother asks, Antonia Archer sees an opportunity to prove her worth to run her own office in the future. She realizes that Yancey Palmer and Hale Adams are meant for one another but their past is delicate. With a little help perhaps, she can help guide them into one another’s arms.
Helena, Montana gets a little more interesting as Yancy Palmer and Hale Adams try to work together to run his election. The tension in their relationship is thick as they struggle to overcome their past but with believed budding romances of their own, they realize that they can work together for the purpose of bettering Helena. There is someone out there who is wreaking havoc to Helena and its residents; somehow Yancy and Hale land right in the middle of it.
This was a fun read and I truly enjoyed the plot. I think my lack of reading the previous books made the intrigue and mystery of this book all the better. I enjoy a book more when I can empathize with the characters or relate in some way. I enjoyed Yancy’s character as I believe we share attributes. I enjoyed the themes of justice and forgiveness.
I received a copy of this book via NetGalley in exchange for my honest opinion.
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The Telegraph Proposal is a lovely story with a great ending, but I'm not sure how the telegraph is actually involved. It was a very minor part of the story. But I did enjoy reading about how Yancey who has been in love with Hale for ten years, gives him up only to have him finally fall for her. Very entertaining story that also at one point, made me cry. Great story I will enjoy reading again.

This is a well written book that holds your attention and keeps you turning the pages to see what happens next. This is book three in A Montana Brides Inspirational Romance series, now I want to read the first two. This book has drama, suspense, romance, and is full of emotions. It was a very good read. Thank you Kensington Books Zebra via NetGalley for the ARC copy of this book. All opinions expressed are my own.