Summerвђ™s Spunk By Marie Higgins May 2026

The book heavily utilizes the dynamic of childhood rivals evolving into romantic interests.

A deputy and former childhood rival of Summer who finds himself increasingly drawn to her "spunk" despite his existing engagement. Summer’s Spunk by Marie Higgins

A feisty and "hard-headed" heroine who has recently returned from etiquette school but hasn't lost her spirited nature. The book heavily utilizes the dynamic of childhood

After attending her aunt's etiquette school, returns to her hometown in Colorado to begin a new life as a mail-order bride . Her journey home is fraught with danger when her stagecoach is attacked by bandits, leading to her rescue by Jesse Slade , a handsome deputy who used to torment her when they were children. After attending her aunt's etiquette school, returns to

To Summer's dismay, she discovers Jesse is engaged to her own sister. The story follows the comedic and emotional tension as Summer tries to disrupt the upcoming wedding while navigating her own romantic feelings for the man she once considered her enemy.

Many readers enjoy the banter between Summer and Jesse.

Summer’s Spunk by is the 33rd installment in the Westward Home and Hearts Mail-Order Brides series. This historical romance set in the American West focuses on the fiery reunion of childhood rivals. Plot Overview