Welcome to the Odds and Ends page—a special corner for stories that defy easy categorization. Here you’ll find unique books like Theodosia, Long Way Home, Save Your Heart for Me, Charlotte’s Challenge, Orphan Train Brides, and Yours Truly Lovelorn. Each title offers something a little different, from heartfelt journeys and historical adventures to tales of love, resilience, and new beginnings. If you’re searching for stories that don’t fit the mold but linger in your heart, you’re in the right place.
Theodosia
A daring escape. A jilted widower. When danger follows them to Texas, can trust and love conquer the shadows of the past?
Theodosia “Theo” Jordan has survived eight years under the harsh rule of her aunt and uncle, waiting for the day she can claim her inheritance. When she overhears their deadly plot to kill her before her twenty-first birthday, Theo flees Atlanta and becomes a proxy bride, hoping for safety and a fresh start in small-town Texas.
Houston Kingsley longs to rebuild the happy family he lost after his wife’s death. But after being jilted by a fraudulent mail-order bride, he’s discouraged and wary. Persuaded by his brother to try again, Houston scrapes together the funds for a second chance at love through a proxy marriage.
Yet, mysterious forces threaten Theo and Houston’s new life together. As danger closes in, they must work together to uncover the truth and protect each other. Will they defeat the enemies from their pasts and build the loving home they both desire?
Long Way Home
New cover.
A courageous woman. A Union officer torn by loyalty. A perilous journey through war-torn Texas.
Parmelia Bailey is determined to protect the women in her family until the men return from war. As fighting draws near, she risks everything to steal back her horses and rescue her brother’s fiancée, sisters, and mother. But danger is never far behind—especially from Jeff Lawson, a rejected suitor bent on revenge.
Darrick McDonald returns to Texas as promised, but now wears Union blue and carries a mission from General Grant: stop Lawson and his renegades before they reach Parmelia. When Lawson kidnaps Parmelia and her future sister-in-law, Darrick must race against time to save the woman he’s never stopped loving.
Can Parmelia and Darrick overcome old wounds and deadly threats to find their way home—and to each other?
Save Your Heart for Me
Sensual western historical romance set in Texas in 1885
Second edition. New cover.
A widow determined to protect her son. A federal lawman haunted by love and danger. Can they find happiness amid secrets, mystery, and peril in the Texas Hill Country?
Six years ago, Beth Jeffers fled an abusive marriage, vowing never to let any man influence her son’s life. Now, she’s focused on raising Davey and helping her mother run a boarding house in 1885 Texas. The women in her family have never had luck with men, and Beth is determined to keep her heart safe—especially from Matt Petrov, the federal lawman whose return stirs feelings she thought long buried.
Federal Marshal Matt Petrov, known as Lone Wolf Peters, fell in love with Beth the first time he saw her, but she was another man’s wife. For six years, he’s kept his love hidden, waiting for a second chance. Now, fate has brought them together again, and Matt is willing to risk everything for happiness with Beth. But first, he must solve the mystery of his kinsman’s attempted murder and protect Beth’s son from danger. As secrets unravel and threats mount, Matt and Beth must trust each other to survive—and to claim the love they both deserve.
Charlotte’s Challenge
A legendary curse. A ranch in peril. Two hearts searching for redemption and love.
Bret Craig has always dismissed his family’s tales of cursed Inca gold as mere legend. A descendant of the crew of The Golden Fleece, he’s inherited both wealth and a warning: misusing the treasure brings retribution. Ignoring his sister’s caution, Bret sets out for adventure in the West—until an accident leaves him with amnesia and at the mercy of strangers.
Charlotte Dunn is fighting to save her late husband’s ranch after rustlers stole half her cattle and killed her ranch hands. When she and her stepsons rescue an injured stranger, she has no idea he’s a wealthy man with a complicated past. Nursing Bret back to health while managing the ranch and caring for her stepchildren, Charlotte finds herself drawn to the man she’s helping—even as more trouble looms.
As Bret regains his memory and danger returns to the ranch, he must confront the truth about his legacy and his heart. Together, Charlotte and Bret must fight to reclaim what’s theirs and discover if love can overcome the shadows of the past.
Orphan Train Brides
Become a bride or lose her children! Two sisters must risk everything to save five orphans from a fate they know too well.
Merry and Polly Bird know firsthand the heartbreak of being unwanted or mistreated after arriving on an orphan train. Now adults, they’re determined to protect five quirky, lovable children from a similar fate. By using their positions to record adoptions, the sisters secretly rescue the children least likely to find loving homes and bring them to their Mockingbird boarding house.
The children thrive under Merry and Polly’s care—until the Children’s Protection Society discovers the truth. Single women aren’t allowed to adopt, and the sisters are given just five days to find suitable husbands or risk losing their new family and home.
With time running out, Merry and Polly must trust their hearts and find partners who will help them protect the children they love. Can they build the family they’ve always dreamed of, or will the past repeat itself?
Desperate in Delaware
A town in turmoil. A young woman caught between loyalty and suspicion. Can love and courage unmask a deadly enemy?
Deborah Taber is struggling to find her place in Pearson Grove, but her search for purpose is interrupted when violence strikes close to home. Her brother is shot, her family’s newspaper is firebombed, and suspicion falls on Trey Pearson—the man she’s secretly loved since childhood. With the town on edge and a killer on the loose, Deborah must decide who to trust and how far she’ll go to protect those she loves.
Trey Pearson, newly returned after years away, never expected to be accused of murder or targeted by a vengeful madman. As he fights to clear his name and shield his family, Trey joins forces with Deborah to unmask the real villain threatening their community.
With danger closing in, Deborah and Trey must rely on each other to survive—and to discover whether love can bloom amidst chaos and suspicion.
Perfect for readers who love western historical romance, small town mystery, romantic suspense, Texas frontier stories, strong heroine romance, second chance romance, and family saga series.
Favorite Southwest Recipes
Bring the bold, beloved flavors of the Southwest to your kitchen!
From the pen of Amazon bestselling western author Caroline Clemmons comes a collection of recipes cherished by Southwestern families for generations. Inside, you’ll find a delicious variety of dishes—from hearty main courses to savory sides and irresistible desserts—all inspired by the vibrant traditions of Texas, New Mexico, and beyond.
Whether you’re looking for classic Tex-Mex favorites, soul-warming stews, or festive family meals, this cookbook has you covered. Each recipe is crafted for home cooks and includes suggestions for complete menus, making it easy to plan authentic Southwestern feasts for any occasion.
Discover the tastes that define the Southwest and create memorable meals your family and friends will love!
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Caroline Clemmons brings her signature warmth and storytelling flair to every book she writes, whether she’s exploring the heart of small-town Texas, delving into historical adventures, or weaving tales of love, resilience, and new beginnings. Drawing inspiration from her deep appreciation for Texas, her fascination with history, and her love of memorable characters, Caroline’s diverse stories invite readers to discover journeys that don’t fit the mold but always linger in the heart. No matter the setting or genre, her books offer a genuine sense of place and a celebration of hope, courage, and connection,
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