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The Unwanted Bride
- Narrated by: Rhonda Krachmer
- Length: 1 hr and 42 mins
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Publisher's Summary
When a fire destroys all that Lily loves, the heartbroken young woman struggles to support herself. When she corresponds with Wyoming rancher Seth, Lily experiences happiness again and travels to Wyoming.
Seth's life was destroyed after tragedy struck his family. When Lily arrives, a devastated Seth shuts down, refusing to get to know her. When Lily is forced to accept Seth's decision, her future looks bleak, and she realizes she has fallen for a man who will never love her.