A Journey for Leah

The Reluctant Wagon Train Bride, Book 13

By: Sarah Lamb

Narrated by: Spencer Dillehay

Falsely accused of being a loose woman, she has nowhere else to go. His heart belongs to another, and he has no desire to become entangled.

A victim of misplaced affections, Leah Dearing dreams of starting over in Oregon where she can own land and put her past behind her. But as a single woman, she is refused a place in the wagon train, no matter that she’s more than capable of doing all she needs. Desperate to build a new life for herself, she is willing to do anything—including a marriage in name only.

Stanley Keith has no intention of heading out West with a bride until he overhears Leah’s plight. He knows the way will be difficult and many don’t make it. To top it off, he’s got a woman waiting for him when he gets there. Yet, something about her determination sparks in him, and before he’s realized it he offers to let her join him on his journey in exchange for her cooking and companionship.

However, the trail is long and dangerous, and the challenges they face might be more than either realized. Especially when one of them starts to fall in love…and the reminder of another waiting for them at the end of the trail becomes impossible to ignore.

©2024 Sarah Lamb (P)2024 Sarah Lamb

5+ stars for this one-click audiobook

Story Impressions –

Fleeing her past, Leah heads west on the wagon train. Frustrated by biases, she’s willing to do whatever it takes to be allowed on the wagon train. She meets Stanley and he offers her a partnership of sorts. As they traverse the long journey to Oregon, they grow closer. But with Stanley’s woman waiting for him in Oregon, will Leah let go of true love or fight for his love?

This is such an addictive historical western romance audiobook. The narrator brings the story to life with immersive narration, emotional tension, and characters that’ll steal your heart. The trials and tribulations of the old west are clearly illustrated. The romance is wholesome, yet the emotions make it impossible to turn away. If you love historical western romance, you’ll want to listen to A Journey for Leah.

Narrator’s overall voice – Spencer has a personality all his own which he projects. It has a smoothness and lilt I thoroughly enjoyed.

Does the narrator fit the characters? Yes, he fits the characters. I’m astonished at how well he evokes the different characters, including Leah.

Narrator’s reading style – He has a dramatic reading style to keep the listener entranced. I was instantly transported.

Narrator’s impact on reading experience – Spencer has an intrinsic ability to draw a listener/reader in without any effort. The scenes are so well narrated, I had to stop what I was doing to focus on the story.

Narrator’s pacing – Spencer’s pacing is flawless. I was transfixed while listening.

Audiobook flow – He lets the audiobook develop naturally through the use of dialogue, narration, and characterization.

What makes this audiobook unique – Spencer and the author partner up to bring readers/listeners an engaging historical western romance. The plot is full of intrigue which adds to the enjoyment while listening. The subject matter is poignantly acted in this audiobook.

Would I recommend this audiobook – YES! One-click this audiobook right now.

Intriguing!

The intrigue continues to build throughout the story. Stanley is such a wonderful man of integrity, willing to sacrifice the love of his heart, to keep his word. This story was so good, weeks after I read it, I saw it was available on Audible… oh my! Hearing the story drew me in like I was standing right next to them! I highly recommend this book, especially the audio version.