Cathy Marie Hake is author of over 30 Christian romances and has won many honors, including the Inspirational Readers Choice award. When good-natured but accident-prone Ruth Caldwell moves from the East to California, she finds adventure, love, and God's protection from peril. "This was one of the most enjoyable books I have read in quite some time."-Historical Romance Writers
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"At first, he dosen't want her barging in on his property, even if she is the most beautiful women he has ever set eyes on. Then he finally starts thinking she's not so bad and they have a lot of adventures! Including a mystery! This book was fantastic with a perfect twist to it!"
— Ally (4 out of 5 stars)
“This was one of the most enjoyable books I have read in quite some time.”
— Historical Romance Writers"Letter Perfect is an entertaining tale set against a backdrop of frontier life and faith in God."
— Fort Worth Star-Telegram" This also wasn't my favorite. I got pretty bored reading it because the story just felt slow in developing. There was a side plot that I just thought was completely unnecessary and I actually skipped those parts every time...oops! I tried to get through this fast so that I could move to my next book. "
— Nielson, 2/17/2014" Liked it, but it was pretty predictable in how it went along. It was a good story though. "
— Amber, 1/26/2014" This is a Christian novel, with a mystery at the end. An easy, clean, fun read, nothing to deep. I've never read anything from this author before, I just picked up the book at the library and I will probably read her again. "
— Chrissy, 1/17/2014" This wasn't the worst Christian fiction I've ever read, but it wasn't that great, either. The plot was interesting enough, but a great deal of it seemed overly-contrived. The ending seemed forced and rushed. I'd rather read something from Francine Rivers or Beverly Lewis, but this was a decent way to pass time. "
— Laura, 1/16/2014" Ms. Hakes books are definitely not deep and thought provoking but if you want a light funny read her books are the way to go. "
— Heidi, 1/15/2014" Way to much preaching for my taste. Had no idea it was a Christian book when I picked it up. Flat, uninteresting characters and the whole book fell apart 2/3 of the way through. Lots of skimming over the Bible stuff. "
— Maryjo, 1/1/2014" Intriguing story of bumbling ways, suspense, love and faith all wrapped up in one. "
— Martha, 12/29/2013" This book was so funny! "
— Ashley, 12/23/2013" I liked this one better than Bittersweet...Light fluffy read! "
— Rebecca, 11/30/2013" I really liked this one. Ruth is just so kind you have to love her even though she always blurts out some of the funniest things. This one is a bit of a mystery as well as a romance. "
— Susan, 11/26/2013" Simply a good Christian romance. "
— Victoria, 11/26/2013" light and fluffy christian romance novel, heavy on the christian, so be sure you are in the mood... lots of praying, but a cute story. "
— MoonGarden, 11/26/2013" I got this for Christmas one year and thought it was soooooo much fun! Until the last few chapters where it seems like the author changed stories or something! It was weird at the end! But overall a very enjoyable read and very funny! "
— Elizabeth, 10/21/2013" Very clean and entertaining book to read. "
— Dawn, 9/17/2013" This is a wonderful book! I love the heroine so much :) All the characters in this book are great, and I'm looking forward to reading the sequel. "
— Kimberly, 8/13/2013" This was a very cute, story about a young lady who should've been born today trying to keep up with society in the 1800's. "
— Holli, 6/15/2013" The characters are charming and realistic. It was impossible to stop reading once started. "
— Abby, 5/15/2013" This is a Christian romance set in Missouri in the mid-1800's. This was a pretty good read, although not my favorite of hers. "
— Tressa, 1/30/2013" Loved this book -- takes me back to a time that I wish I could have lived through, just to experience it! Very easy, quick read but totally enjoyable! "
— Melissa, 11/17/2012" I loved the story in this book. It gets a little preachy at times but it is by a Christian author so I could deal with it. "
— Melissa, 10/14/2012" I think this book is excellently done. It wasn't too fast or too slow, it was perfect. It's now one of my favorite books. "
— Shaylyn, 9/23/2012" I have her collection and for my friends who have never read Christian Historical Romance, I get them started with Cathy Marie Hake. She's one of my favorites. "
— Bonnie, 8/12/2012" Entertaining story, good various evil and little plot twists, interesting pre civil war days when women's roles were restricted and how one woman "bucks" the system so to speak. "
— Ginny, 6/20/2012" Good book, very well written. "
— Rebekah, 5/30/2012" This was SO predictable. Not very fast paced, and yet at the end, everything just kind of came out all at once. And it didn't seem as though Josh's father stayed in character very well. He blurted everything out with very little prompting. The climax of the story fell flat. "
— Loraine, 1/14/2012" accidents got a little old without anyone believing her. Lead up to the end of the book was worth it. "
— Sherri, 11/24/2011" My first christian fiction book. I am afraid I did not like it much. "
— Mic, 11/15/2011" Hilarious! This book will have you laughing out loud. Cathy Marie Hake does a brillant job of writing humor into a novel. This novel has it all, mystery, romance, and of course, humor. Great characters and plot. Be sure to put this novel on your list!” "
— Holly, 6/20/2011" Letter Perfect was so sweet, and it had its share of suspense too. I enjoyed it so much!! "
— Victoria, 5/21/2011" I thought this was cute, clean and fun. "
— Rebecca, 5/5/2011" I really liked this one. Ruth is just so kind you have to love her even though she always blurts out some of the funniest things. This one is a bit of a mystery as well as a romance. <br/> "
— Susan, 5/4/2011" Another great book by this author - I would recommend any of her books to someone looking for a wonderful, fun read. I think I prefer her Texas series though. "
— Tara, 4/26/2011" A bit slow to start with but has a nice romantic end. Not your usual for a cover like this. "
— Megan, 4/10/2011" Loved the story -- very well written and charming. I look forward to reading more stories by Cathy Marie Hake. "
— Georgeann, 3/31/2011" totally cheesey, and SLOW... nut much of a plot excpet the girl was super clumsy ditsy and head strong. boringish "
— Lindsey, 2/4/2011" another fun hake novel. i like the predictability of her books. there's always a little twist, but you always know there will be a happy ending. :) "
— Heidi, 1/8/2011" I liked this one better than Bittersweet...Light fluffy read! "
— Rebecca, 11/8/2010" I think this book is excellently done. It wasn't too fast or too slow, it was perfect. It's now one of my favorite books. "
— Shaylyn, 9/14/2010" Entertaining story, good various evil and little plot twists, interesting pre civil war days when women's roles were restricted and how one woman "bucks" the system so to speak. "
— Ginny, 7/22/2010" I loved the story in this book. It gets a little preachy at times but it is by a Christian author so I could deal with it. "
— Melissa, 7/8/2010Cathy Marie Hake is the author of over twenty novels and a registered nurse who worked for many years in an oncology unit. In addition to writing inspirational love stories, Cathy adores classical music, romantic getaways, and Diet Pepsi. She lives with her husband, two children, and two rescue dogs in Anaheim, California.
Stina Nielsen is an actress and audiobook narrator. Her reading of Kevin Henke’s Junonia earned her a 2011 Best Voice from AudioFile magazine. She is the winner of three AudioFile Earphones Awards.