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A Borrowed Dream (Cimarron Creek Trilogy Book #2) Kindle Edition

by Amanda Cabot (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
4.6 out of 5 stars 511 ratings
Catherine Whitfield is sure that she will never again be able to trust anyone in the medical profession after the town doctor's excessive bleeding treatments killed her mother. Despite her loneliness and her broken heart, she carries bravely on as Cimarron Creek's dutiful schoolteacher, resigned to a life without love or family, a life where dreams rarely come true.

Austin Goddard is a newcomer to Cimarron Creek. Posing as a rancher, he fled to Texas to protect his daughter from a dangerous criminal. He's managed to keep his past as a surgeon a secret. But when Catherine Whitfield captures his heart, he wonders how long he will be able to keep up the charade.

With a deft hand, Amanda Cabot teases out the strands of love, deception, and redemption in this charming tale of dreams deferred and hopes becoming reality.
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    Cimarron Creek Trilogy
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  5. Publication date
    March 20, 2018
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There is no such thing as an impossible dream . . .

Catherine Whitfield is sure that she will never again be able to trust anyone in the medical profession after the local doctor's treatments killed her mother. Despite her loneliness and her broken heart, she carries bravely on as Cimarron Creek's dutiful schoolteacher, resigned to a life where dreams rarely come true.

Austin Goddard is a newcomer to Cimarron Creek. Posing as a rancher, he fled to Texas to protect his daughter from a dangerous criminal. He's managed to keep his past as a surgeon a secret. But when Catherine Whitfield captures his heart, he wonders how long he will be able to keep up the charade.

With a deft hand, Amanda Cabot teases out the strands of love, deception, and redemption in this charming tale of dreams deferred and hopes becoming reality.


Praise for A Stolen Heart

"Readers will enjoy the surprising ending as well as the romance always found in Cabot's books."--Publishers Weekly

"Moments of humor provide a nice balance to the heartwarming scenes and the mild suspense thread."--RT Book Reviews

"Cabot's nonpreachy inspirational romance features characters who genuinely try to live honorable lives, and their story has broad appeal for readers of gentle fiction and historical romance as well as for readers of Christian fiction."--Booklist


Amanda Cabot is the bestselling author of A Stolen Heart, as well as the Texas Crossroads series, the Texas Dreams series, the Westward Winds series, and Christmas Roses. Her books have been finalists for the ACFW Carol Awards and the Booksellers' Best. She lives in Wyoming. Learn more at www.amandacabot.com.

About the Author

Cecily White specializes in narrating Christian romance. While earning her degrees in theater and biblical studies, she had the pleasure of attending classes in both New York City and (old) York, England. Outside of the booth, she can be found homeschooling her youngest, singing at church, or reading. She lives with her husband and four children in California.

Amanda Cabot is the bestselling author of A Stolen Heart, A Borrowed Dream, and A Tender Hope, as well as the Texas Crossroads, Texas Dreams, and Westward Winds series. Her books have been finalists for the ACFW Carol Awards, the HOLT Medallion, and the Booksellers' Best. She lives in Wyoming. For more information, visit www.amandacabot.com.

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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B0741FDW9B
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Revell (March 20, 2018)
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ March 20, 2018
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 11.5 MB
  • Text-to-Speech ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Screen Reader ‏ : ‎ Supported
  • Enhanced typesetting ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • X-Ray ‏ : ‎ Not Enabled
  • Word Wise ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 354 pages
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.6 out of 5 stars 511 ratings

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With both parents avid readers, it's no surprise that Amanda Cabot learned to read at an early age. From there it was only a small step to deciding to become a writer. Of course, deciding and becoming are two different things, as she soon discovered. Fortunately for the world, her first attempts at fiction, which included a play for her fifth grade class entitled "All About Thermometers," were not published, but she did meet her goal of selling a novel by her thirtieth birthday. Since then she's sold more than forty novels. When she's not writing, Amanda enjoys sewing, cooking and - of course - reading.

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Customers find this historical romance book engaging and well-written, with one noting it's better with each installment of the series. The book features a nuanced romance with faith playing an important role, and customers appreciate the right amount of mystery throughout. They praise the character development, with one review highlighting how the author wove individual stories together effectively.

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Customers find the book readable and enjoyable, with one customer noting it's better with each installment of the series.

"...The two children in this novel, Seth and Hannah, are delightful and major players in the drama...." Read more

"...Catherine is such a amazing character, kind, selfless, caring and Austin, Swoon!..." Read more

"Such a good book that I wanted it to go on and on. Catherine was such a sweet character, always looking out for others first...." Read more

"A Borrowed Dream is a wonderful, multilayered book about good people encountering bad people but choosing to remain good, about lies, shattered..." Read more

11 customers mention "Romance"11 positive0 negative

Customers enjoy the romance in the book, describing it as an enchanting historical romance with nuanced elements, and one customer notes that the plot is perfectly paced.

"...The Borrowed Dream, I just want to bask in the glow of a clean, romantic western that touched all the right places of my heart...." Read more

"...The children I felt so sorry for and Seth was heartbreaking. It ended happily, which is why I read to be happy...." Read more

"...The plot was perfectly paced, allowing for the romance between Catherine and Austin to grow naturally, but at the same time, the action was pretty..." Read more

"...Hard to put down with the mysteries and another wonderful story." Read more

5 customers mention "Faith"5 positive0 negative

Customers appreciate how faith plays an important role in the book, with one customer noting its Christian perspective and another highlighting its caring and selfless themes.

"...Faith plays an important role, as well...." Read more

"...Catherine is such a amazing character, kind, selfless, caring and Austin, Swoon!..." Read more

"...including even the minor ones, shine with authenticity and humanity. The plot is suspenseful with plenty of twists to keep the reader engaged...." Read more

"...One of the things I like best is the Christian perspective." Read more

5 customers mention "Mystery content"5 positive0 negative

Customers enjoy the mystery content of the book, with one mentioning it has plenty of twists to keep readers engaged.

"...There is just the right amount of mystery with the disappearance years ago of the daughter of one of the founding families...." Read more

"...Hard to put down with the mysteries and another wonderful story." Read more

"...Ms. Cabot does an excellent job of keeping you guessing and showing how two people can overcome any obstacles to find true love. A great read." Read more

"...The plot is suspenseful with plenty of twists to keep the reader engaged. The romance is nuanced and touching...." Read more

4 customers mention "Character development"4 positive0 negative

Customers appreciate the character development in the book, with one noting how Cabot skillfully wove individual stories together.

"I love that all the characters that have been in the previous book in this series, "A Stolen Heart", were in this book...." Read more

"...Catherine is such a amazing character, kind, selfless, caring and Austin, Swoon!..." Read more

"...Catherine was such a sweet character, always looking out for others first...." Read more

"...What I loved best was how Cabot wove her characters’ individual stories together, creating, by the end of the book, a beautiful and complete..." Read more

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Customers praise the writing quality of the book, with one customer noting it creates a cinematic reading experience.

"This was a very enjoyable read. I stayed up way too late for several nights, not wanting to put it down." Read more

"...With the author's skillful writing, Book one and Book two can each stand alone as a complete story BUT there is an incredible 'weaving' of lives..." Read more

"I love this book! It is exciting, romantic, inspirational and well written. I fell in love with the characters too...." Read more

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  • Babbling Becky L
    5.0 out of 5 stars I Want to Stay in This Wonderful Romantic Western
    Reviewed in the United States on June 11, 2018
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    Ah! After finishing Amanda Cabot’s book, The Borrowed Dream, I just want to bask in the glow of a clean, romantic western that touched all the right places of my heart. There is just the right amount of mystery with the disappearance years ago of the daughter of one of the founding families. There is suspense as rancher Austin Goddard tries to hide his true identity, yet still help people. There is romance as two people with very giving hearts are drawn together. Faith plays an important role, as well. How will God lead Catherine Whitfield and Austin to conquer fears and overcome evil in order to enjoy the life they believe God has for them?

    Amanda Cabot somehow has masterfully mixed all these ingredients into a tale that has the feel of “Little House on the Prairie,” yet with faith and more suspense intertwined. The two children in this novel, Seth and Hannah, are delightful and major players in the drama. While The Borrowed Dream is book two of the series, it stands alone quite well.

    I received a complimentary copy of this book from the publisher and NetGalley. This in no way influences my opinions, freely given, for which I am solely responsible.
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  • M. Moore CA USA
    5.0 out of 5 stars I loved this story.
    Reviewed in the United States on March 21, 2025
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    I love that all the characters that have been in the previous book in this series, "A Stolen Heart", were in this book. This made it feel like you were reading a letter from a family member, catching up on all the scoop.
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  • AJ
    4.0 out of 5 stars Well Researched
    Reviewed in the United States on May 25, 2021
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    This was a very enjoyable read. I stayed up way too late for several nights, not wanting to put it down.
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  • Tammy
    5.0 out of 5 stars So Good
    Reviewed in the United States on October 8, 2023
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    This is my first book by Amanda Cabot and I LOVED it!
    Catherine is such a amazing character, kind, selfless, caring and Austin, Swoon!
    The children I felt so sorry for and Seth was heartbreaking.
    It ended happily, which is why I read to be happy.
    The Faith the author wove through out was so good and made me joyful reading about it.
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  • Booklover
    5.0 out of 5 stars Entertaining Book
    Reviewed in the United States on June 25, 2019
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    Such a good book that I wanted it to go on and on. Catherine was such a sweet character, always looking out for others first. It is sad that she had to find out the things about her own family after Joan arrived. Austin and Hannah were great characters as well and I hoped they would all end up together. Funny how things turned around to bring everyone together. My heart went out to Seth who suffered so much pain and verbal put downs from his own father who was such a useless drunk. Surprised me that the law would do nothing about Seth's treatment saying it was up to a parent how they wanted to raise their child. Disgusting!!!

    Nevertheless, it was a great book that you should read.
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  • Ceinwen
    5.0 out of 5 stars An enchanting historical romance
    Reviewed in the United States on March 21, 2018
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    A Borrowed Dream is a wonderful, multilayered book about good people encountering bad people but choosing to remain good, about lies, shattered dreams, dreams restored, and forgiveness. I immediately rooted for the main character, Catherine, who as the book opens is mourning the loss of her mother. The plot was perfectly paced, allowing for the romance between Catherine and Austin to grow naturally, but at the same time, the action was pretty nonstop. This is a terrific historical romance with the just the right touch of danger and suspense (while reading the book there were a few points where I actually said, “No!” aloud). What I loved best was how Cabot wove her characters’ individual stories together, creating, by the end of the book, a beautiful and complete tapestry of a story.
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  • Lisa F- Bookworm Lisa
    4.0 out of 5 stars I'm glad that I found this "new to me" author
    Reviewed in the United States on June 11, 2018
    This is the first Amanda Cabot book that I have read, I'm glad that I found this "new to me" author. It looks like she has many books that I can dive into.

    I enjoyed my time with A Borrowed Dream. The significance of the title is explained in the story, it is a perfect match for this book.

    Catherine and Austin are both holding part of themselves back. They are reluctant to open their heart to someone, for very different reasons. I loved their learning curves as they struggled to understand the importance of each other and that it is a good thing to let another into your life.

    Austin has an adorable daughter. Hannah was a large part of bringing them together. She also has struggles and the love that they both had for her carried the story in some places. I found this story to be paced well, but it lagged for me a little in the middle. I knew that there were unresolved issues that needed to be addressed, but I was ready for the happy ever after part. I was skeptical about the idea of a "plastic surgeon" in the late 1800's. It looks like the author did her research and it was really something available. I always like when I learn something new from my love of fiction reading.

    This is the second book in a series. I have not read the first, but I do not feel like it impeded my understanding or enjoyment of the book. The first book is now on my TBR list and I would love to pick up the third when it is released.

    The book does contain kissing and non-graphic violence. It is a Christian romance.

    Source: I requested a copy from Netgalley. All thoughts and opinions expressed are my own.
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  • Andrea Byers
    5.0 out of 5 stars Another wonderful story
    Reviewed in the United States on February 21, 2019
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    Catherine doesn’t trust doctors, thanks to Doc Harrington and has made it her mission to see to the needs of her students as they arise. New to the town, Austin Goddard wants a safe place to raise his daughter. We see Lydia and Travis as well as a few others we met in the first book, as well as Seth, a teen student of Catherine’s. A mysterious woman comes to town as well and the mystery deepens as those who wish to find Austin won’t give up. The story mainly stays in Cimarron Creek, but some chapters or parts of chapters venture to those searching for Austin. Hard to put down with the mysteries and another wonderful story.
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  • Neil Mackenzie
    5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent story
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on August 21, 2018
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    A very good read! Kept me entertained throughout the whole book. Can't wait for the next book in the series to come out!
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  • nicole saarinen
    4.0 out of 5 stars Four Stars
    Reviewed in Canada on June 19, 2018
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