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Kate's Railroad Chef (Train Wreck in Jubilee Springs Book 3) Kindle Edition

by Zina Abbott (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
4.7 out of 5 stars 99 ratings
Kate Flanagan came to Jubilee Springs as a mail order bride for one of the local miners. Although she initially preferred another man with whom she corresponded, the major draw for accepting the proposal she did was that her sister lived in the same town. Only after she arrives does she realize another woman has claimed his heart.


Garland McAllister works as the Jubilee Springs ticket agent for the Denver & Rio Grande Railroad. Having been a stutterer all his life, he has dealt with ridicule and social rejection by developing quiet interests, like reading and cooking. He soon finds himself drawn to Kate, especially after he rescues her from a train wreck. Unfortunately, she came to town to become another man’s wife. Since she cannot be his, and it is unlikely he will easily find a woman willing to marry a stutterer, he decides to fulfill his other dream—becoming a chef. He starts the new year by opening his own restaurant during the weekend hours he does not work for the railroad. But how can he manage employees—assuming he can eventually afford to hire some—or take food orders when the more stress he’s under, the more difficult he finds it to speak clearly?


In spite of careful planning, on opening night, more people than Garland anticipated show up to order supper. Things begin to fall apart and failure rears its ugly head. Along with his heart, is his business doomed? Or will he succeed in fulfilling both his dreams?
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    Sweethearts of Jubilee Springs
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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B08RD81RND
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  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ January 12, 2021
  • Edition ‏ : ‎ 1st
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 1.4 MB
  • Simultaneous device usage ‏ : ‎ Unlimited
  • Screen Reader ‏ : ‎ Supported
  • Enhanced typesetting ‏ : ‎ Enabled
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  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 219 pages
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  • Book 20 of 20 ‏ : ‎ Sweethearts of Jubilee Springs
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    4.7 out of 5 stars 99 ratings

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Zina Abbott

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ZINA ABBOTT is the pen name used by Robyn Echols for her historical novels.

Except for the first year of her life, Robyn has lived in California. She started her young life in San Diego and has had gradually moved northward. She has been writing since she was in junior high school.

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The author currently lives with her husband in California near the “Gateway to Yosemite.” She is a member of Women Writing the West, American Night Writers Association, and Modesto Writers Meet Up. She currently lives with her husband in California near the “Gateway to Yosemite.” She enjoys any kind of history including family history. When she is not piecing together novel plots, she pieces together quilt blocks.

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Customers find the book's story engaging, with one noting its encouraging adventure that draws readers along. Moreover, the book receives positive feedback for its readability and writing style, with customers praising the author's skill. Additionally, they appreciate the pacing, with one customer highlighting the delightful Irish Brogue.

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13 customers mention "Story quality"13 positive0 negative

Customers enjoy the story of this book, finding it entertaining with an interesting love plot, and one customer particularly appreciates the sweet mail order bride narrative.

"...This book is a good old fashioned love story, and this author is very skilled at writing. I recommend this book and this author!" Read more

"Well written characters and an engaging story that flows with the ebbings of normal life...." Read more

"The story was simple, but the characters were nicely rounded. The commitment to family/friends was what I liked the most." Read more

"...The relationships in these books are so sweet and work so well with the way this author writes...." Read more

8 customers mention "Readability"8 positive0 negative

Customers find the book to be a nice read, with several mentioning it's part of a great series.

"...It is very well written and pleasantly written in a wholesome fashion. I really don't enjoy books with sexual situations or descriptions of intimacy...." Read more

"...It is a relief to read an author who knows the legal age of majority was 21 years old (not until the 1960's was it lowered to 18) and the..." Read more

"I thoroughly enjoyed this book about Kate. It flowed so well, I didn't want to stop reading it...." Read more

"...Don't miss this addition to this fabulous series and I cannot wait for more!" Read more

5 customers mention "Writing style"5 positive0 negative

Customers appreciate the writing style of the book, with several noting the author's skilled approach to storytelling, and one customer highlighting the nicely rounded characters.

"...book is a good old fashioned love story, and this author is very skilled at writing. I recommend this book and this author!" Read more

"...It is enjoyable to read characters that are the kind of people one desires to be when they grow up ; )." Read more

"The story was simple, but the characters were nicely rounded. The commitment to family/friends was what I liked the most." Read more

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3 customers mention "Pacing"3 positive0 negative

Customers appreciate the pacing of the book, with one mentioning the delightful Irish Brogue.

"...Kate is cheerful and has a delightful Irish Brogue and a very practical nature that allows her to roll up her sleeves and pitch in where she sees a..." Read more

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  • Mary C
    5.0 out of 5 stars What a great book!
    Reviewed in the United States on December 18, 2024
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    I most definitely enjoyed reading this book! It is very well written and pleasantly written in a wholesome fashion. I really don't enjoy books with sexual situations or descriptions of intimacy. This book is a good old fashioned love story, and this author is very skilled at writing. I recommend this book and this author!
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  • imperfect Mrs . Miller
    5.0 out of 5 stars A true gem!
    Reviewed in the United States on June 28, 2021
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    Well written characters and an engaging story that flows with the ebbings of normal life. The encouraging adventure draws one along with chuckles and drama. The proofing is impeccable and only a couple of tiny historical or technical errors. It is a relief to read an author who knows the legal age of majority was 21 years old (not until the 1960's was it lowered to 18) and the ramifications of the law, especially for women. There is no profanity, erotica, violence or disturbing imagery. It is enjoyable to read characters that are the kind of people one desires to be when they grow up ; ).
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  • Kindle Customer
    4.0 out of 5 stars Nice clean read
    Reviewed in the United States on July 10, 2021
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    The story was simple, but the characters were nicely rounded. The commitment to family/friends was what I liked the most.
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  • Bananaann
    5.0 out of 5 stars Wonderful story
    Reviewed in the United States on October 30, 2023
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    I thoroughly enjoyed this book about Kate. It flowed so well, I didn't want to stop reading it.
    I had read the one before it about Annie's adventure and I'm glad I did. It's not necessary as each book stands alone but I found I liked knowing what happened before. I recommend both books.
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  • Rosa Cline
    5.0 out of 5 stars Oh my goodness so good!
    Reviewed in the United States on August 5, 2021
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    This is book three of Train Wreck in Jubilee Springs. All three are great but this one was my favorite. It did have some repeated stuff from the other two books but that’s for the readers who haven’t read the others. So although this is part of the series you can ( but really wouldn’t want to) read it alone.
    The relationships in these books are so sweet and work so well with the way this author writes. She adds just enough description to let you think you are on the train, fighting the storm, working on the cafe or being in love. She doesn’t describe every little leaf so it doesn’t get boring. You certainly will not regret the time you spend on these books
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  • Lori Dykes
    5.0 out of 5 stars Finding Love!
    Reviewed in the United States on January 20, 2021
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    Jubilee Springs, CO December 1881
    Prepare to feel like you are there as the scenes begin to unfold, when Zina brings us along on a journey that will warm your heart.

    On her way to Jubilee Springs as a mail order bride for one of the miners, Kate and her companions end up with their train getting stuck in an avalanche across the rails. Hitting her head, she has a hard time staying alert and warm.

    Garland, who works in the ticket office, but is in charge of the passengers, while his boss is away, gathers a rescue effort and finds Kate almost unconscious. He tries to keep her warm while he waits for more help.

    I loved these two. They truly needed each other, if only Kate could get out of marrying the miner. I could not wait to see what would happen!

    Don't miss this addition to this fabulous series and I cannot wait for more!
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  • Charlyn K. Warner
    5.0 out of 5 stars Fabulous train rock
    Reviewed in the United States on July 30, 2021
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    Too much like the first book I read. There needs to be more independent text between the two books. It is a great book with a great ending.
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  • Fun Grandma
    5.0 out of 5 stars Train is a coming
    Reviewed in the United States on June 28, 2021
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    Mail order bride is heading to Jubilee Falls. Great time for a chance to start a life close to her sister and leaving a hard family situation behind. Kate is cheerful and has a delightful Irish Brogue and a very practical nature that allows her to roll up her sleeves and pitch in where she sees a need!
    But her train ride out to her new life and a new husband doesn’t start off so well.
    I like how she was able to see beyond the outside appearance and look at the heart of those around her.
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