Color of the Wind (The Women's West Series, Book 2)

Elizabeth Grayson

Feb 2015 · The Women's West Series Book 2 · ePublishing Works!

About this ebook

When Ardith Merritt promised her dying step-sister she'd take her niece and nephews to their father in Wyoming, she knew it meant confronting Baird Northcross, the man who, on the eve of their wedding, jilted her and eloped with her sister.

Exiled to a ranch in Wyoming by his aristocratic British family, Baird Northcross is a failure, a scoundrel, and a cad. But the rugged beauty of the land, the unexpected satisfaction of hard work, and the presence of a woman like no other awakens the possibility of happiness... if only he can keep from destroying this last, precious chance to win Ardith's love.

REVIEWS:
"...a beautiful tale of redemption and reclaiming lost love. There is a power to Elizabeth Grayson's story that will move readers." ~Kathe Robin, Romantic Times

"Each character suffers disappointment and loss--but in the end, they come together, learning what it means to be a family." ~Publisher's Weekly

THE WOMEN'S WEST SERIES, in series order:
So Wide the Sky
Color of the Wind
A Place Called Home
Painted by the Sun
Moon in the Water
Bride of the Wilderness

Ratings and reviews

I feel like I have just woken from a wonderful dream that I didn't want to wake up from! What an epic story! I have found my new favourate historical western author and her book is by far the best in it's class I have ever read. She has a magical way with words that go straight into your soul and leave you with so much emotion. Her descriptions of the beauty of Wyoming gave me vivid pictures of the prairi, the mountains, the big sky, the rivers and more. I adored Baird and Ardith. Baird was such a strong character. As the story developed it was amazing to read how he changed to become the best father and dear, dear man that Ardith deserved. I felt for Ardith in her struggle to do what was right for everybody while doubting herself and her love for Baird never waivered.The children each had their own unique character and both Baird and Ardith's love for them showed throughout the book. Baird and Ardith's intimacy was written so beautifully it made me cry. Finally I think that this book would make an epic TV series.

Well written and beautifully descriptive, the author once again paints a picture with words that made me feel as if I was part of the story. One could only feel for Ardith as she has to keep her promise the take her dead sister's children to their father in Wyoming, especially since he is the man that jilted her at the altar. Ardith discovers that she has more depth and character than she even thought, as the landscape and the three children in her charge bring about changes in her life and her artistic endeavours. Baird is bitter and angry as much with himself as with his uncle, who has exiled him to Wyoming where the task set before him is doomed to failure. However, Baird doesn't take Ardith into account as he tries to get to grips with life on a ranch where his status is of no consequence and his past doesn't matter. Reconnecting with his children and dealing with circumstances that seem beyond his control, he has to depend on Ardith, both to assist him with his children and for encouragement. The interface with Cassie and Hunter Jalbert from So Wide the Sky brought tears to my eyes as Ardith's artistic talent brings healing to Cassie as well. I thoroughly enjoyed this book where the main characters are flawed human beings trying to make the best of the situation they find themselves in. Although this book is part of a series and characters from the previous book appear in this one too, it is a standalone and comes to a victorious close. I received this book for free from eBook Discovery. I voluntarily post this review. This is my honest review.

Great storyline, loved all the adventure and description of the Big Horn Mountains.

About the author

Award-winning author Elizabeth Grayson has always loved stories of adventure and romance. Upon retiring from teaching, she began writing full time. Elizabeth lives in the mid-west with her husband and cat, love traveling and is an avid photographer and knitter. www.elizbethgrayson.com