4.5 star. I really liked this book. I got this book as an ARC from NetGalley and the publisher, Tule in exchange for a honest review.This is the last book in the Secrets of Cherry Lake series. Tkey also reprinted this book as the first book in a new series, The Marvells of Montana, but I hear they changed the name of the town and the male main character's last name,,as well as changed the title of the book somewhat and did not disclose it. I was thinking of reading the new series since I really liked the author's writing.

"The Secret Bride" by Jeannie Watt is book five in the "Cherry Lake Montana" series. Now is titled The Montana Bride (The Marvell’s of Montana Book 1) This can be read as a standalone. This is Jacie Rose and Brett Jackson's story.

Ten years ago Brett had agreed to marry Jacie to help her out with a problem. Jacie didn't show and disappeared. Brett has never forgotten her. Now, Jacie is back in Cherry Lake with her daughter to renovate a historic hotel plus deal with some unfinished business.

Jacie and Brett cross paths after ten long years. As they get reacquainted one thing for sure is there is no lack of chemistry between them. Jacie is determined to give her daughter a secure home life that she didn't have. So, there is no room for a man in her life or is there?

I really enjoyed the story. At times I did get frustrated with Jacie being so afraid to take a chance on love. I loved Brett's character. He was fun, romantic, and loving.