The Schoolmarm and the Miner

By Denise Farnsworth

A teacher seeking independence. A widower guarding his heart. In Georgia's gold country, the richest prize may be the love they're afraid to claim.

Adelaide Duncan's dream of teaching is within reach until her father's drinking and gambling force her to start over. Taking a position in the rough-and-tumble gold rush town of Dahlonega, she's determined to prove herself. But unruly students, strict rules against teachers courting, and her growing feelings for a certain widowed father threaten the independence she's fought so hard to claim.

Wade Coulter walked away from the law after he lost his wife and unborn son. Raising his daughter alone is safer than letting anyone else in. But Lotty's beautiful new teacher makes him question everything. Just as he begins to trust again, a dangerous man from Wade's past threatens both the women he loves.

A gold strike on Wade's property promises security...but also revives old dangers. Scarred by her father's choices, Addie fears any man who might put selfish desires before love. As deadly threats close in and the past refuses to stay buried, Wade must prove he's changed or risk losing his chance at happiness forever.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 196321269X
• ISBN13: 9781963212693
• Release Date: May 2026
• Publisher: Wild Heart Books
• Length: 284 Pages
• Weight: 0.73 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 5.5" x 8.5"

Customer Reviews

Goldmine of Nuggets

This is book three in the Twenty-Niners of the Georgia Gold Rush but I feel it could easily be read as a stand-alone. I have really enjoyed this series but I believe this book is my favorite. I love the glimpse into the eighteen hundreds and what life was like during this historic time period. It is depicted well as you can tell it is carefully researched and the author notes tell which characters are real. The picturesque writing has you imagining everything from the landscape to the mode of dress. With characters you can relate to circumstances that you can probably identify with it keeps you turning pages to discover the outcome. I love that education plays a significant role in this story as it is something no one can take from you and gives you the opportunity to become whatever your heart desires. I loved the conclusion as it wrapped everything up nicely and even placed the bow on top for a satisfying ending. An enjoyable read from beginning to end. I received a complimentary copy from CelebrateLit/Wild Heart Books. The honest review and opinions are my own and were not required.