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The Bequest

The Birch Creek Ranch Series, Book 1

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The Bequest

By: B. E. Baker
Narrated by: Jennifer Jill Araya, Gail Shalan
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Abigail and Amanda may have married brothers, but they have almost nothing else in common (and really, they never did get along very well). After their husbands both pass away within a year of one another, they have no reason to interact. Their connection drops to an awkward phone call on birthdays and an exchange of holiday cards.

Until an eccentric uncle of their husbands' leaves a massive cattle ranch to the women's minor children...if they work the ranch themselves. A ranch that's located near a small town on the Wasatch front that isn’t too keen on outsiders.

They're both going to turn the bequest down, clearly. It’s not like either of them could properly raise their kids or find love again in a backwater province like Birch Creek. But when things at home change dramatically - for both moms - they decide to give it a try...just for the summer.

What could possibly go wrong in a mere three months? (Or more importantly...what might go right?)

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Gail Shalan's voices crack me up

I've listened to the whole series and am back for a second run. I hope the author uses Gail Shalan for all of her future work. She makes listening to the whiney main character a joy, and all the other ages/genders perfectly believable.

Of course, the best narrator is only as good as the writing. The author is witty, skilled, and creative. One of my favorites.

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yes

Love this story but it's not quite finished. when is the next one coming out?

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wonderful

loved this story, the setting - the ranch/landscape -, and the characters as well as the narration. Looking forward to Book 2.

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Love everything about this story!!

My only dislike was that it ended before everything was wrapped up and answered -- the next book can't come out soon enough! I love stories that show the complications of life and how good people are doing the best they can. The love interests are 😍. And the drama of being a Mama is on the nose.

As always, great readers. Baker has excellent taste 😁!

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friendship is for everyone

I really enjoyed the story, on friendship and the funny thing about the story. Never underestimate your choices.

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Great story

Loved this book and look forward to the next two. Great characters. My first by this author but don’t think it will be my last.

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Love and Growth

I loved how the characters changed their opinions on living in the country and grew to love the ranch and eventually preferred it over city living

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Great potential but falls short

This could have been a great story but it became simple and high school ish. I liked the idea of the situation but the characters were shallow and boring. I kept waiting for something exciting or meaningful to happen but no.

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