Joe's Wife (Harlequin Historical Series) [Paperback]

Cheryl St. John (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: February 1, 1999

MEMORIES…

Tye Hatcher returned to Aspen Grove to find that life in the sleepy Western town hadn't changed much. The townspeople stubbornly refused to see the man he had become. That is, everybody but Meg Telford. Meg definitely took notice of the reticent rancher and gave him a chance in life when no one else would. Still, Meg clung to the memories of her late husband, afraid of the feelings Tye aroused in her heart. And though Tye vowed to prove his worth to the town, could he ever prove to Meg that he was worthy of her love?

--This text refers to the Kindle Edition edition.

Product Details

• Paperback: 299 pages
• Publisher: Harlequin (February 1, 1999)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0373290519
• ISBN-13: 978-0373290512
• Product Dimensions: 6.2 x 4.2 x 0.8 inches
• Shipping Weight: 3.2 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (20 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,166,255 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

More About the Author

Cheryl St.John is the author of thirty-eight Harlequin and Silhouette books. Her first book, RAIN SHADOW was nominated for RWA's RITA for Best First Book, by Romantic Times for Best Western Historical, and by Affaire de Coeur readers as Best American Historical Romance. Her 2005 HH, HIS SECONDHAND WIFE, earned another RITA nod. HH LAND OF DREAMS, SSE THE MAGNIFICENT SEVEN, and HH PRAIRIE WIFE each won RT's Reviewers Choice Awards.

Many of her Special Editions made Waldenbooks Top Ten and HH BIG SKY BRIDES anthology climbed to #35 on the NYT list.

In describing her stories of second chances and redemption, readers and reviewers use words like, "emotional punch, hometown feel, core values, believable characters and real life situations."

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10 of 10 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Full of romance, humor and passion. JOE'S WIFE is Fantastic!, February 22, 1999

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Sharon Galligar Chance (Wichita Falls, Texas) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Joe's Wife (Harlequin Historical Series) (Paperback)

Meg Telford was feeling pressure from all sides to give up her ranch outside of Aspen Grove. She had lost her husband, Joe, to the Civil War and was determined she was not going to lose her home; the place they'd worked so hard for. But she needed help, and time was running out before she would have no choice but to leave. What she needs is a man. What she doesn't need is to fall in love. Tye Hatcher had returned to Aspen Grove to find life hadn't changed all that much during the war; he was still despised by nearly everyone in town. Everyone, that is, but Meg Telford. Tye had always been a little in love with Meg. She had always treated him as an equal, as a human with feelings. That fact didn't lessen the shock any when she approached him with an outrageous scheme to save her farm. If the town didn't like him now, just wait until they found out he was marrying Joe Telford's widow! Fans of Americana romance will take great delight in Cheryl St. John's latest offering, JOE'S WIFE. She has a flair for writing scenes that make readers feels as if they are in the same room as the characters. Combining romance, humor and passion, St. John proves once again why she is one of romance world's favorite authors. JOE'S WIFE is fantastic!

9 of 9 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Another beautiful story from Cheryl St. John, November 29, 1999

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Charlene R. Raddon (Sandy, Utah) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Joe's Wife (Harlequin Historical Series) (Paperback)

Joe's Wife is an absolutely memorable story, just as most of Cheryl St. John's books are. She astounds me with her insight into character and the subtlety of her presentation. My heart bled for Tye. When Meg asked him to marry her, I held my breath. The problems they encounter in their marriage are unique, sensitive, and deeply touching. I just can't get enough of Cheryl St. John's work. Beautiful writing like this is a rare find. Joe's Wife has joined Cheryl's other books on my keeper shelf. Now I'm itching for more.

6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A tender heartwarming story!, January 18, 2005

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Love 2 Read Novels "Sherry" (a small town in Kansas USA) - See all my reviews

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This review is from: Joe's Wife (Harlequin Historical Series) (Paperback)

Joe's Wife has been wonderfully reviewed already but let me say that I agree with them. This is one of the most endearing stories I've read. Tye is a true hero just by being himself and putting others first regardless of how they treated him. Meg is wonderful heroin because she is loyal and non-judgemental. What a great job Cheryl did with this story. I'd give it 10 stars if I could. It is a keeper for my shelf. I highly recommend it. And it is true...you will need some tissues.