In this western historical romance, unexpectedly homeless, un-wed mother Sarah Johnson has few options. They could go live with her cousin William, but Sarah believes there’s something untoward about his offer and it leaves her feeling uncomfortable. She's qualified to be a governess, but no one will have her because she wasn't married when she had her precious MaryAnn. Matchmaker & Co could be her salvation as mail-order-bride to Mr. John Atwood. Book 1 in the Matchmaker & Co series of western historical romance.

In the rugged terrain of the Colorado Territory, single father John Atwood struggles to raise his daughter amidst the echoes of a tragic past. Haunted by the memory of his wife's brutal murder during a bank robbery, John grapples with the challenge of nurturing their traumatized daughter, who has withdrawn into silence ever since witnessing the horrific event.

Desperate for assistance yet unable to find a woman willing to take on the daunting task of raising his daughter, John's hope flickers dimly until Sarah enters their lives. With her own scars and secrets, Sarah brings a glimmer of hope and understanding to John and his daughter. Together, they navigate the treacherous waters of grief and healing, forming a bond that transcends their shared pain.

As they journey through the rugged landscape of the Colorado Territory, John, Sarah, and their two daughters confront their pasts, facing the shadows that threaten to consume them. Will they find solace and redemption in each other's arms, or will the ghosts of their pasts prove too formidable to overcome? In a tale of resilience, love, and the power of family, John, Sarah, and their daughters embark on a quest for happiness, determined to forge a future filled with hope amidst the wilds of the untamed West.