Cadi by Linda Carroll-Bradd is a captivating read for fans of historical romance and strong-willed heroines, as it weaves a tale of resilience, trust, and second chances, set against the backdrop of the American frontier, where a determined young woman and a wounded carpenter must navigate their feelings and overcome their pasts to find love and a new beginning.

Cadi is a very well written historical romance. I am historicals but do enjoy books about covered wagon era. This book has a good plot and character dynamics.

I really liked this story, until the almost end. I liked how Cadi was an independent woman, and that her family supported that. I like that she stood up for herself and did the right thing, especially when no one else would. But Trynt believing something was going on between her and the other guy, especially when he knew she was a target... And the whole I love you because got a little mushy. All in all it was a fun, good read.

I received an advance reader copy in exchange for a fair review.

This is a well written book that was an absolute joy to read. It is a clean sweet romance that is full of adventure. If you like books about the Oregon Trail you will love this book.
Thank you Backlit PR and Linda Carroll-Bradd for the complimentary copy via NetGalley. All opinions expressed are my own.

Cadi is a precious, young lady who takes a chance on her future following loss due to her father’s gambling addiction. Along the way she meets Trynt, who has experienced his own family betrayal. I love that these two took their time on the trail to California to get to know each other. Each ‘watched’ the other, without really meaning to, to find out what the other was like as a person, how they treated other people, did they adapt well, whether or not they offered help, accepted help and took advice. The same kind of things ‘dating’ couples look for today, except they were crossing the country in wagons.

I love that Cadi made purchases that would help herself and others on the trail. Trynt used his gift as a carpenter to help others. These two seemed to just fit together. Neither was looking for love, but time and again, they sought each other out when various situations would arise.

Ms. Carroll-Bradd takes us on a realistic journey along with the H/h/and the secondary characters through the joys and sadness that would accompany the difficult journey west. Ms. C-B writes her characters in a way that you want to cheer for them, mourn with them and hope for their success.