Can you hear the wagon wheels as they slowly go over rough terrain? Is that dust up ahead whipping in the wind? Will the wagons be safe as they travel to their destination? Those questions are answered in this adventure as we travel along with Remi. Oh how I liked this character so much. She decides to go to California to meet her father for the first time and leaves her old life behind.. I don't think she will be missed by her mother or step-father when they say they are going to be gone for a very long time. I admired Demi for being so strong and making arrangements for her own wagon and oxen.

I loved reading about the places Remi traveled through and how vivid the descriptions were. The author really did her research on this story as she traveled the Oregon/California trail herself which makes this story so special. Her heart is in this story as she experienced what it must have been like riding through rain and mud. I was very intrigued by the information about oxen. You don't hear much about these animals, but in the frontier they were in much demand. Their strength and endurance helped Demi as she steered them along the trail. I can't imagine what it would be like to travel by wagon for months with only what you have packed to survive on.

There is one point in the story where Remi has to navigate her wagon through a very dangerous slope. I held my breath as she looked over the path to plot her strategy. It is so easy to get drawn into the story because the writing makes you feel like you are beside Remi in the wagon. The story is full of surprises and emotional moments. Meeting Asher in the story was refreshing. An honest to goodness gentleman who has a heart of gold. I loved the obvious attraction Remi and Asher have for each other. It will take some time to see where this relationship goes as both have some emotional baggage to deal with. I loved how the author shares God throughout the story and how important it was for the characters to trust Him to keep them safe.

I really enjoyed the story and how much it reminded me of my granddad. He traveled by covered wagon from Kansas to Oklahoma to homestead his land. His stories are very similar to what Remi experienced on her travels. One of the best things about this author is that she makes her characters come alive with poetic words. She brings her readers into the story and gives them a front row seat as the adventure plays out right before their eyes. I didn't want the story to end because I was enjoying my journey on the trails and feeling like I was part of the amazing adventure. I can't wait to read the next book in this adventure.

I received a copy of this book from the Celebrate Lit. The review is my own opinion. ( )

This is one of my favorite series by this author. These are easy reads and a lot of fun.
All of the characters are well represented and they each have a bit of the story. I like this time period and the wagon trains. I like that there is some romance but not an over abundance. I received a copy of this book from Celebratelit for a fair and honest opinion that I gave of my own free will. ( )

Remi is the second book of the Prairie Roses collection, and I have to say I enjoyed reading this book as much as I did reading the first book, Uniquely Common. The brief glimpse of Remi in this book captured my imagination and made me want to read more.

This book tells the story of Remi – Agnes Remington Dalrumple. As a book that chronicles the difficulties of traveling on the Oregon Trail, it also includes the element of finding love. As someone who gets terribly seasick, Remi decides to not sail with her mother and stepfather, but instead to go across the Oregon Trail so she can find her father.

Because no self-respecting woman travels alone Remi engages Edwina Blaine as a traveling companion. Unfortunately, the Wagon Master has a policy of not allowing any women to travel alone, so they have to find a male to travel with or be forced to stay behind. Fortunately, the daughter of one the male volunteers on the wagon train becomes involved in convincing her father to help the two women. The book is definitely worth reading to find out how the story turns out.

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I enjoyed this read about the struggles that made this country great, the travel across our vast landscape in a wagon pulled by oxen. We get up close and personal with these folks, and our main characters are both woman. One a woman who has a desire to finally meet her father, and the other a bondswoman that she has bought to help her in her journey.
There is a bit of romance here, and the various trials that they meet along the way. Of course, there are some horrible tragedies that are met, and some darling little ones.
Learning to trust, and knowing you are not your mother, is another journey Remi has to overcome.
Do know that all is not answered in this book and you will need to move to the next read in this series to satisfy your answers.

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Historical fictions are one of my favorite type of books. Caryl McAdoo takes us into the life or Remi and her bondwoman, Edwina. They are on their way from Saint Joseph, Montana to California to find her long lost father. We see her group of people crossing rough areas such as mountains. No one really allowed women to travel alone in a wagon train. Asher Adams steps in and helps them travel with his family. They find themselves dealing with diseases and tragedies. There is a bit of romance. Is this trip to Oregon/California worth it? McAdoo recounts the hardship of the journey, but also love and happiness.

Remi is an independent woman. When she sets her mind onto something she will do it. She was in a non-traditional upbringing. She may be stubborn and determined, but she is also kind. Throughout we see her battling her inner demons and doubts. Throughout the book, we read lovesick letters from young Samantha. She kept a journal. We read about her optimism and her unique perspective on the wagon train journey.

I have a hard time not letting my doubts take over especially if I want to do a new adventure.

The women in "Remi" are very strong-willed, smart and feminist.

Caryl McAdoo did her research. Because of her details of the scenery and struggles, they faced every day on the trail was very realistic. It was like she was there herself. I loved her writing style. The beginning was a little on the slow side, but once I got past the third chapter I was hooked and couldn't put it down. It was easy to follow. Her characters were relatable. She wove in so many different lessons into the story. The message I got from this book is to not let things get you down and to keep trying. I would recommend this book. I look forward to the next book in this series.

"I received a complimentary copy of this book from Revell. No positive review was required and all opinions are my own." ( )