A Lantern in the Window

By: Bobby Hutchinson

Narrated by: Melanie Hastings

Ever wondered what it might be like to be a mail order bride? Or the groom, already married to a woman he's never laid eyes on?

On the Canadian prairies in 1886, having a mail order romance wasn't unusual. Noah Ferguson desperately needed help on his farm. Annie Tompkins knew she couldn't go on working in Lazenby's cotton mill. So she'd been a little less than honest in her letters, was that really so terrible?

It was unforgivable, Noah fumed. He'd wanted an older widow, and Annie was a young virgin. But even that wasn't the full extent of her lies.

Problem is, Noah hasn't exactly been straight with Annie, either, and his secret has the power to break Annie's heart.

Can even a special Christmas gift make their marriage work?

©2013 Bobby Hutchinson (P)2016 Bobby Hutchinson

A Beautiful Love Story

I got this book from audiobook boom. This was a quick fully developed love story. with all of the full meaning of the words. There was trepidation, angst, death, new life, lost and a strong snow storm as well as the love of a set of sisters for each other that extended to an old man who had lost his ability to speak but learned what it was to continue to love because of the sign language that the deft sister taught him. I loved the ending. The narration was very well done and brought the story alive.

A quick romance

I have both the audiobook and kindle version of this book.

It has a decent narrator who did a good job with brining the characters voices to life.

This book does contain sex scenes.

At chapter 5, there was a whole chapter in the audiobook which was not included in the kindle version and I'll admit I was a tad confused.

Sweet old school romance

This was a really sweet story. I loved the quaint homey feel it had to it. Even though Noah and Annie get off to a rocky start I liked how they didn't just give up like people do now. Melaine did a wonderful job narrating. Her sweet soft voice fit this story perfectly.

Selfish man!

Main male character was selfish & emotionally abusive. Main female character was kind& giving. I do not recommend.

sweet short story

loved listening to this short story. it was romantic and had me feeling sad at times. the narrator did a great job. I was voluntarily provided this free review copy audiobook by the author, narrator, or publisher.

A Closed Heart

A mail-order bride who lied about several things in her letters, and a husband who didn’t reveal a major responsibility she would have. The husband is in the throes of deep grief after the death of his first wife and son. He has closed off his heart which results in a cold attitude. The wife is a sweet woman who is only 20 and a virgin. She brought her deaf young sister with her. They rub along for awhile but an awful argument brings tension into the home. The characters are developed even though the book is short. It seemed a bit rushed at the end but overall it was an enjoyable read.
The narrator for the Audible version did a nice job.

A Lantern I the window

I liked the book, but it came to an abrupt ending!!It was really nice of his dad and him to accept both of them, after all the lies!

too short

it's a sweet little book with lovable characters the author did a good job the narrator makes you feel fluffy and nice

Enjoyable short story

Any additional comments?

3.5. stars

Entertaining, engaging and enjoyable. Just a good well told story. A mail order bride in the Canadian prairie wilderness. Noah gets a little more than wanted/bargained for when Annie Tompkins answers his ad for a mail order bride.

Romance, death, heartbreak, forgiveness, hope, friendship and more is woven into this story. It carries you through just about every emotion you can imagine. For a short story there is a lot packed into it, none of it feels rushed and it flows smoothly. Great cast of characters. Loved the connection that Betts and Noah's father have. Really liked that Annie was a strong character.

Melanie Hastings did a good job with the narration. Pleasant voice. Clearly spoken. Nice even pace. Good character voices.

I was voluntarily provided this free review copy audiobook by the author, narrator or publisher

Love longing death grief and love again

This book brought tears to my eyes several times. The struggle that pioneers had living so far away from other people, No close doctors, The need to make friends and family of those who did live close. How fragile life is and the fine line between life and death. This book would make a perfect Hallmark movie