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Wed by Necessity (Smoky Mountain Matches) Kindle Edition

by Karen Kirst (Author) Format: Kindle Edition

4.6 145 ratings

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Scandal weds a socialite and a Scotsman in a most inconvenient marriage in this sweet historical romance from the author of The Sheriff’s Christmas Twins.

When a riding accident strands socialite Caroline Turner overnight with the new stable manager, she gets the one thing she never wanted—a husband! Marrying the infuriatingly stubborn Duncan McKenna wouldn’t have been her first choice, but with her reputation damaged, it’s her only option. Still, there’s something about the brash, rugged Scotsman that fascinates Caroline.

If Duncan wanted to wed a society girl, he would have stayed in Boston with his family and his fortune. He expects Caroline to balk at her new modest lifestyle, but instead the strong-willed beauty seems determined to prove him wrong, making her all the more irksome—and irresistible. The marriage of convenience isn’t what Caroline and Duncan planned, but could they be a perfect match?

“This lively historical romance loses no time in introducing a young lady with trouble on her mind and a brawny Scots lad with dancing on his mind . . . romance with a suspenseful ending lies in store. This is a gently inspirational book suitable for any age from teen to adults.” —Fresh Fiction

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About the Author

Karen Kirst was born and raised in East Tennessee near the Great Smoky Mountains. In the fall of 2010, she got the happy news that Harlequin Love Inspired Historical wanted to publish her manuscript-a true blessing from God. When that line closed, she switched to Love Inspired Suspense. Now she divides her time between being a wife, homeschooling mom, and romance writer.

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ASIN ‏ : ‎ B01GO8IEOA
Publisher ‏ : ‎ Love Inspired Historical; Original edition (February 1, 2017)
Publication date ‏ : ‎ February 1, 2017
Language ‏ : ‎ English
File size ‏ : ‎ 2063 KB
Text-to-Speech ‏ : ‎ Enabled
Screen Reader ‏ : ‎ Supported
Enhanced typesetting ‏ : ‎ Enabled
X-Ray ‏ : ‎ Not Enabled
Word Wise ‏ : ‎ Enabled
Sticky notes ‏ : ‎ On Kindle Scribe
Print length ‏ : ‎ 286 pages

Best Sellers Rank: #160,945 in Kindle Store (See Top 100 in Kindle Store)
- #586 in Christian Historical Fiction (Kindle Store)
- #590 in Christian Historical Romance
- #684 in Religious Historical Fiction (Kindle Store)

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Bestselling author Karen Kirst is a native of East Tennessee and has written many books set in and around the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. She's a fan of libraries, tea parties, romance movies and baking. When she isn't working on a historical or suspense book, she's homeschooling her boys, teaching a co-op class or trying to keep her mischievous poodles out of trouble.

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JC Ellis

Getting to Know You

Reviewed in the United States on February 28, 2017

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The song Getting to Know You (getting to know all about you) comes to mind as background music for Wed by Necessity. Marriage is an adjustment for newly weds who have known one another for awhile, but getting adjusted when the acquaintance has been really brief and irritating is a real chore. Fortunately these newly weds are really likable people who struggle to make the best of a situation they didn't choose. Getting to the happily-ever-after ending entails wading through heartache, misunderstanding, and villains. Altogether We'd by Necessity is a warm, romantic, enjoyable story.

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Karen A. Peale

Wed by Necessity

Reviewed in the United States on May 11, 2017

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I love Karen Kirst writing and of course books taking place in Tennessee make me happy. This was one of her better books and I enjoy the hero's ethnic background of being Scottish. That was different. Her parents were just terrible! But unfortunately teaching in a public school has taught me that this can be the case. Although I did figure out who the blackmailer was, I did not know the reason why. A good story and a sweet romance.

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Great story!

Reviewed in the United States on May 27, 2017

Caroline Turner's family is a prominent one in Gatlinburg, Tennessee. But lately there has been some trouble brewing concerning her father's reputation. In order to protect him she's been paying hush money to a blackmailer with her inheritance money. If that isn't bad enough, her father goes and hires a new stable manager. Caroline's life is full of complications and it's about to get worse. Duncan McKenna has been kind of drifting around and decides to hire on as the Turner's stable manager. Sparks fly when they first meet but nothing will prepare them for what's ahead. When Caroline loses her temper she takes off on her horse full speed. Duncan followers her to make sure she and the horse are okay. But it isn't long before Caroline and the horse are injured. Duncan cares for both of them but now they've been together all night alone. When they return they are forced into a marriage neither of them wants. Caroline hates that Duncan is demanding she give up all her luxeries for a modest lifestyle. Duncan is upset that he got stuck with a society girl. However, as life settles in they begin to see the good in each other. But they each have things they're keeping from the other. Will those things destroy their tenuous relationship or will they find that the unwanted marriage was the best that every happened to them.

I always enjoy Karen Kirst's stories and Wed by Necessity is no exception. I love marriage of convenience stories so this was a 'must read'. I thoroughly enjoyed my time in Gatlinburg and getting to know Caroline and Duncan. Both had issues they had to deal with and I think the author did a good job in presenting that in a realistic way. I loved how Duncan was really mindful of the Lord's direction. You can see how that made a difference in his life as well as Caroline's. Your heart breaks for Caroline as you learn about her upbringing and how that affected her. When I finished reading, the first thing that came to mind was the verse about God working all things together for good. Sometimes we sure don't see it that way but he always knows what's best. The story has a nice steady pace with a few tense moments along the way. And as you probably already guessed, you'll find a 'happily ever after'. So head on over to Gatlinburg and see what happens when Duncan and Caroline are Wed by Necessity.

*This complimentary copy was provided by Harlequin through NetGalley in exchange for an honest review*

Some favorite moments:

"Look around, Caroline. Everything has changed. This is your home and I'm your husband. As such, your money is now mine to use as I see fit. And we're not hiring someone else to do what's your place to do." Fear left an acrid taste in her mouth. If Duncan garnered control of her money, how would she meet the blackmailer's demands?

"What if I said it's because I want to spend time with my wife?" Her eyes grew round, the initial surge of wonder eclipsed by suspicion. Concern filled him. Why would she doubt him? The wounds of her upbringing must be more serious than he'd thought. Right then and there, he prayed for wisdom in how to proceed. If they were ever going to reach a state of mutual respect and, dare he hope, affection, they had to build a foundation of trust.

My father's favorite Burns quote is 'There is no such uncertainty as a sure thing.'

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Loved It

Reviewed in the United States on March 16, 2017

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Loved Duncan and Caroline, two stubborn people. Duncan saw Caroline as a spoiled rich girl, deep down she is a lot more than that. Caroline's parents were awful especially her mother everything Caroline did or what ever she wore didn't meet her mother' approval. Love marriage of convenience stories. Love the way Caroline and Duncan realized they loved each other the added touch of suspense was a plus. Wonderful story cannot wait for the next story in this series.

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Skilled storyteller

Reviewed in the United States on August 27, 2021

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Well written and kept me interested all the wsy. Anyone enjoying cozies and historical romances will love it. +++ ++++

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bonnie steinhoff

I really enjoyed it. The story kept me interest all through ...

Reviewed in the United States on February 3, 2017

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I really enjoyed it. The story kept me interest all through it. And I was surprised by; the ending. I can usually spot who the culprit is but not this time.

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Clare O'Beara

Wed by necessity

Reviewed in the United States on April 22, 2017

A socialite with a lot on her mind, is seen as an expense by her businessman father, and ordered to marry the stable manager. This is set in Gatlinburg on the day of Independence.

I am entirely unconvinced that a lady would come away from a ball in her long finely made gown and dainty slippers, get up on a horse and ride off into the night because she felt like it. Ladies changed to ride, wore appropriate skirts and boots, with a hairnet, and due to the shape of the side saddle they often had to use a spur on one heel with a whip in the other hand to give the signal on the legless side. Of course I know British riding better than American but I don't believe it would be all that different. This episode feels very contrived, which it is to ensure the lady and stable manager spend time alone so her reputation is compromised.

Once they are married the tale gets more interesting as she has to adapt to cooking, scrubbing and cleaning, even growing food, while the Scots man can't believe his luck but is unwise enough to dump all her fine dresses in a charity box. This is a lively and well described romance suitable for any age and there's an undercurrent of tension stemming from blackmail and sharp practices.

I downloaded an ARC from Net Galley. This is an unbiased review.

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Joan M. Christiansen

Reading this book now and it is great. Had fast service as an Amazon Prime member

Reviewed in the United States on May 22, 2018

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Reading this book now and it is great. Had fast service as an Amazon Prime member.