Journey of Cornelia Rose

Shivers of delight raced through Cornelia Rose's entire body as she thought, Stroll Flirtation Walk with my escort, unchaperoned? How could this be permitted, much less condoned?"This is a beautiful story and the author brings to life a period of history with its traits and way of life.... Flirtation on the Hudson is real; a narrative that features elaborately developed characters and adventures that will keep readers entertained. JF Collen combines humor and wit in a work that is hugely entertaining. I enjoyed every bit of this story." ~ Readers' Favorite Book Reviews, Christian Sia (5 STARS)Cornelia Rose decides early in life, almost instinctively, not to allow anyone to limit her to the few choices available to women in New York in the 1850s. Marry well and become a proper lady-is that all I can do? She surreptitiously pursues learning 'not meant for young ladies,' and begins the journey to become a midwife.Flirtatious and sexy, Cornelia attracts suitors everywhere she goes. Flooded with invitations after her 'unofficial' debut, her courtships take a dramatic turn when invited to the West Point Military Academy as the guest of a cadet. Will her romantic escapades compromise her choices? Who will decide her future?EVOLVED PUBLISHING PRESENTS a journey back in time to the 1800s, from New York society and the West Point Military Academy, to the Old West pioneering spirit, as one woman seeks fulfillment in her life. DRM-FreeBooks by J.F. Collen:"Flirtation on the Hudson" (Journey of Cornelia Rose - 1)"Pioneer Passage" (Journey of Cornelia Rose - 2)"The Path of Saints and Sinners" (Journey of Cornelia Rose - 3)More Great Historical/Literary Fiction from Evolved Publishing:"Behind the Open Walls" by Lanette Kauten"Invisible by Day" by Teri Fink"Fresh News Straight from Heaven" by Gregg Sapp"The Colonel and the Bee" by Patrick Canning

Pack up and leave her home? Never see the broad Hudson River, which flows both ways past her sitting room window, again? Eschew the glories of New York City and the wonders of the 1850s modern technology, and head out to unknown territory in the Wild West?Cornelia Rose-armed with her midwifery training, as well as literature and history knowledge, thanks to older brothers' education and books-embraces the opportunities that life in the metropolis of New York provides.In love and happily married to Obadiah Wright, her life is a fairytale of abundance. Surrounded by her family, the couple establishes a home and enjoys the entertainment, society, and technological marvels that make life in the 1850s so easy. Adventure finds her, whether she is touring New York City's first World's Fair, or a passenger on a disastrous steamboat ride.Her life takes an unexpected turn with Obadiah's decision to heed the call of the West. As his wife, she has no choice but to leave her home, family, and the comforts of civilization, and join him in accepting his opportunity to become circuit judge in Utah Territory. In spite of her endless hours of research, nothing prepares Cornelia for the arduous walk from the packet boat on the Erie Canal toward the Wild West.EVOLVED PUBLISHING PRESENTS a journey back in time to the 1800s, with the second book in the award-winning "Journey of Cornelia Rose" series. From New York society and the West Point Military Academy, to the Old West pioneering spirit, one woman seeks fulfillment in her life. DRM-FreeBOOKS BY J.F. COLLEN:"Flirtation on the Hudson" (Journey of Cornelia Rose - 1)"Walk Away West" (Journey of Cornelia Rose - 2)"Pioneer Passage" (Journey of Cornelia Rose - 3)"The Path of Saints and Sinners" (Journey of Cornelia Rose - 4)MORE GREAT HISTORICAL/LITERARY FICTION FROM EVOLVED PUBLISHING:"Behind the Open Walls" by Lanette Kauten"Invisible by Day" by Teri Fink"Fresh News Straight from Heaven" by Gregg Sapp"The Colonel and the Bee" by Patrick Canning

Cornelia Rose thought leaving the comforts of home and her family would be the greatest ordeal she would ever face... and then she encounters buffalo, quicksand, mountain fever, and old beaus. WINNER: Pinnacle Book Achievement Award, Winter 2022 – Best Historical Fiction ~~~ "I loved this story, as I did the second book, and I can only hope the author does not intend to end Nellie's journey with their arrival in Salt Lake City. A fantastic read that I can highly recommend and one of the best I've had in a long time. ~ Readers' Favorite Book Reviews, Grant Leishman (5 STARS) Life on the Oregon Trail is full of more deprivations and difficulties than Cornelia ever imagined, in spite of her research and preparations for the rough road ahead. Her feisty spirit and medical knowledge help her face challenges from unexpected sources. She summons all her ingenuity to combat the hardships, leading them to her greatest unknown. What will be waiting for them in the Great Salt Lake City, and who is that silent brooding man on their wagon train who seems so familiar? EVOLVED PUBLISHING PRESENTS a journey back in time to the 1800s, with the third book in the award-winning "Journey of Cornelia Rose" series. One woman, having left New York Society far behind, summons the Old West pioneering spirit and seeks fulfillment in her life. [DRM-Free] BOOKS BY J.F. COLLEN: "Flirtation on the Hudson" (Journey of Cornelia Rose - 1) "Walk Away West" (Journey of Cornelia Rose - 2) "Pioneer Passage" (Journey of Cornelia Rose - 3) "The Path of Saints and Sinners" (Journey of Cornelia Rose - 4) "Bit o' Heaven Ranch" (Journey of Cornelia Rose - 5) ~~~ MORE GREAT HISTORICAL FICTION FROM EVOLVED PUBLISHING: The "Shining Light's Saga" Series by Ruby Standing Deer "Fresh News Straight from Heaven" by Gregg Sapp "Soul of the Elephant" by Pam Laughlin "Invisible by Day" by Teri Fink "The Colonel and the Bee" by Patrick Canning

Leaving the misery and difficulties of the Overland Trail behind, Cornelia Rose expected a happy welcome to her new life in the Great Salt Lake City. Instead, she steps into a bees' nest of new challenges.Tensions between the Mormons and the U.S. Government escalate sharply in 1857, just as Nellie and her growing family arrive in the Great Salt Lake City. Plunged into the fracas of two forms of government at cross-purposes, Nellie settles her family into their new home while trying to discern the origin of the threats to her very existence. Her husband, Obadiah, begins his judgeship in the county, navigating around his own formidable obstacles. But can she trust he will share the information only he is privy to?Nellie is forced to interact with those she opposes both politically and morally. How can she create a safe home for her children? Must she abandon all hope of speaking her mind?EVOLVED PUBLISHING PRESENTS a fascinating historical tale. Although a dynamic part of our United States history, before the Netflix series American Primeval, little was remembered about the Utah War. This tale omits the gore but provides the historical context of the turbulent time. Journey back in time to the 1800s, with the fourth book in the award-winning "Journey of Cornelia Rose" series, combining the best of historical fiction, women's fiction, and the Old West pioneering spirit as one woman seeks fulfillment in her life. Jane Frances Collen has spent the last umpteen years practicing as a lawyer – but don't hold that against her! She has made a career of protecting Intellectual Property, but at heart always wanted to be writing novels instead of legal briefs. She has written award-winning children's books, "The Enjella® Adventure Series," using fantasy as a vehicle for discussing the real-world problems of children. She has tried to use her talent for storytelling for good instead of evil. But her real love is history. One of her many hobbies is traveling to historical sites around the world and reading the biographies of the people who affected these places. Her books depict modern dilemmas in historical settings, with a touch of humor. Since only one of her parents had a sense of humor, however, Jane feels she is only half as funny as she should be. She and her husband, to her husband's great relief, departed New York and now reside in Connecticut. Take a journey back in time to the 1800s, from New York society and the West Point Military Academy, to the Old West pioneering spirit, as one woman seeks fulfillment in her life.The current plan for this historical women's fiction series calls for a total of 5 books.1: FLIRTATION ON THE HUDSON2: WALK AWAY WEST3: PIONEER PASSAGETHE PATH OF SAINTS AND SINNERBIT O' HEAVEN RANCH