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With insight and warmth, bestselling author Amanda Cabot entwines love, deception, and redemption in a charming tale where dreams are deferred and hopes become a reality.
Catherine Whitfield’s trust in the medical profession was shattered when her mother died due to the excessive bleeding treatments performed by the town’s doctor. Brokenhearted and lonely, Catherine forges ahead as the dutiful schoolteacher of Cimarron Creek, but she has resigned herself to a life without love or family. A life where dreams rarely come true.
Rancher Austin Goddard is a newcomer to town. He has managed to keep his past as a surgeon secret to protect his family. But when Catherine Whitfield captures his heart, he wonders how long he will be able to keep up the charade.
What part of the country do you consider home?
I’ve lived in Texas, western New York, Pennsylvania, and New Jersey, but for the past thirteen years, I’ve called Wyoming home. And, if you’re like my former boss and wonder why anyone would move from the most-densely populated state (New Jersey) to the least-densely populated one (Wyoming), it’s because my husband and I fell in love with the sagebrush prairies the first time we visited Yellowstone.
Currently, how big (or small) is your household?
Small! It’s just my husband and me.
What do you do when you’re not writing?
My husband and I love traveling by car, even if it’s only for a day trip. It’s so much fun, not to mention a nice change of pace from writing, to explore new areas of the country.
In terms of stay-at-home activities, I enjoy sewing and knitting, and for many years I made all my own clothes. Now, most of my sewing is for dolls that I donate to the local women’s shelter each Christmas.
Is there any habit or hobby you have that might surprise readers?
I’ve always enjoyed cooking and used to be somewhat of a gourmet cook, but for the past ten years, my cooking has been super low-fat and low-cholesterol. The reason? My brother-in-law was diagnosed with heart disease, and I wanted to experiment with recipes that would be good for him. To my surprise (and delight) they turned out to be tasty enough for my husband and me to enjoy, not to mention that they’re healthy.
You’ve just turned in your manuscript, and your editor won’t return it with revisions for at least a week or two. Where would you go for a vacation?
Yellowstone, without a doubt. It’s my favorite place on Earth, a fabulous place to enjoy the beauty of God’s creation.
What’s your favorite ice cream flavor?
Butter pecan, and no, it’s not low-fat!
Are you a dog or a cat person? What does that tell us about you?
I don’t have any pets, but when I visit a friend who has both, it’s her large dog that gravitates to me. My friend tells me that means I’m the alpha dog. Hmmm …
What was your favorite childhood book? What made it so beloved?
From the first time I read it, I loved Little Women. The Civil War time period is one that’s always appealed to me, but the reason Little Women became and remained my favorite book is that the characters and the situations they face are so realistic. Louisa May Alcott made me feel as if I were part of the March family while I was reading her books. What a marvelous talent!
How many unfinished book ideas or manuscripts do you currently have?
I have only one unfinished manuscript, but I haven’t even tried to count the number of book ideas that are in my “future projects” file. Sometimes the idea is nothing more than a possible title for the book; sometimes it’s a quotation that resonated with me; other times it’s a location. Will they ever become finished books? I don’t know.
What’s your favorite movie? Favorite TV show?
I’m definitely proving that I’m older than twenty-nine by admitting this, but my favorite movie is an old one, Charade with Audrey Hepburn and Cary Grant. I loved the Parisian setting, Hepburn’s designer clothes, and – most of all – the way the script balanced humor with suspense. I’ve never been a big TV watcher – I spend most of my free time reading – so I can’t say that I have a favorite show.
If you were casting yourself in a movie, which actor or actress would you pick? Why?
I had trouble with this question, mostly because I watch so few movies, so I asked friends whom they’d select. There were some intriguing answers including Meryl Streep and Helen Mirren, but the majority decided that Jane Seymour would be the right one. Why? I suspect it’s that she starred in Dr. Quinn, Medicine Woman and that the nineteenth-century timeframe reminded them of my books.
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Your book sounds very interesting ty for the chance at winning a copy!
I’m glad you enjoyed the interview. It’s always a pleasure to be on Suzanne’s blog, since she’s an author I admire. Her books are consistently wonderful, but I think she’s outdone herself with Phoebe’s Light. It was simply fabulous.
Great interview. I’m always up for an Amanda Cabot book!
Paula, that sounds like you’ve read some of my other books. Do you have a favorite? And, if so, why?
I love reading books like this. It sounds really great. Would LOVE to win a copy!
What appeals to you most about the description of the book, Sonja?
Thank you for the interview! Sounds like a book I would really enjoy reading! Thank you so much for the chance to win!
I’m glad you enjoyed the interview, Jeanne.
Looking forward to reading this. I like the Texas setting series.
Betty — I agree with you about Texas settings being appealing, which is why so many of my books are set there. I especially like writing about the Hill Country, because it gives me the opportunity to write about the wildflowers.
I enjoyed the interview. I have to agree that TV is not my thing either. I’d love to read her book.
Perrianne, it’s nice to “meet” someone else who’d rather read than watch TV.
Looking forward to reading this book. I love the Texas setting books.
I enjoyed reading your interview. And would love to read your book! Thank you for the chance to win a copy.
I’m glad you enjoyed the interview, Linda.
I enjoyed the interview and can’t wait to read the new book!
I hope you enjoy the story, Carol. I’ve had several reviewers say they think it’s my best book yet. Like most authors, I’m too close to my books to know if that’s true, but I was thrilled by that reaction.
A Borrowed Dream is on my TBR list since I a recent review. Thank you for the great interview and giveaway.
I’m so glad that the book was already on your TBR list, Marilyn, and hope you’ll enjoy it.
Borrowed Dreams sounds like such a wonderful story! Thanks for this interview. We enjoy going on road trips as well. I have not been to Yellowstone but hope to get there one day.
I hope you get to Yellowstone, Mardell. It’s unlike anywhere else on Earth.
Borrowed Dreams is on my TBR list! I really enjoy reading about schoolteachers (probably because I’m working on my Early Childhood Education degree). 🙂
Elizabeth, I’m so glad to hear that you’re planning to be a teacher. Teachers have such an important role in molding children. It was thanks to good teachers’ encouragement that I never gave up on my dream of becoming a published author.
Enjoyed reading the interview with Amanda Cabot. How can you not love an author whose favorite ice cream is butter pecan? 🙂 We are taking our bucket list trip to Yellowstone this July and can’t wait.
Can’t wait for the opportunity to read “A Borrowed Dream”. Entered to win a copy on Goodread and have my fingers crossed.
Kay, I’m so glad you’re getting to Yellowstone this year. One word of caution. The thermal features are fascinating to watch, but they smell awful. It took me a while to get used to the sulfur smell.
This sounds like a great book! Thanks for the chance to win
I’m glad you’re intrigued by the interview, Terressa.
Little Women a my favorite book also. Would love to win Amanda’s books.
Teresa, did you see that PBS is going to have a new three-part version of Little Women on Masterpiece this next May? I’m curious to see how it compares to the book, since the producer and director made a point of it being updated for modern audiences.
I am a long time Amanda Cabot fan. Excited about this new release and would love to win a copy!
Carolyn, how wonderful to know that you’ve been reading my books for a while! Do you have a favorite?
The book sounds great. The interview was fun and interesting. Thank you for the chance to win.
I’m so glad you enjoyed the interview, Erika. Thanks go to Suzanne for providing good questions.
Any author who loves Wyoming and Yellowstone Country as I do with my daughter and family living there, has to be an author to follow!
Lois, how fortunate your family is to live there! It’s such a special place.
Great interview. Thank you for this chance.
I’m glad you enjoyed the interview, Cheryl.
Love your books. Enjoyed the interview. Thank you and God Bless.
Fellow Wyomingite
Have you always lived in Wyoming, Michelle? I’m a relative newcomer (almost 14 years now).
Love getting to know new authors. Your book sounds really great.Thank you for the chance to win.
I hope you enjoy the story, Rose.
Amanda, thank you for the interview! Enjoyed it 🙂 Blessings!
Natalya, I’m glad you enjoyed the interview.
Congratulations on your new book! I loved your interview. I’m going to read Little Women with my daughter. 🙂
Lorie — I can’t wait to hear her reaction. I wonder if she’ll cry when Beth dies. My parents said they always knew when I got to that part of the book, because I’d run upstairs to my room to cry in private. Such a poignant and beautifully written scene!
I would just like to say that the covers on your books are very appealing and eye catching and do a great job of drawing this reader’s attention to your book. Thanks for your generous get. Your book mentioned here has received good reviews on Goodreads!
I agree with you, Shirley, that the covers are wonderful. I’m always impressed with the care and attention to detail that Revell’s Art Department puts into covers. If you’re interested, I’ve blogged about the process that was involved in this one. Here’s the link:
http://amandajoycabot.blogspot.com/2018/01/behind-cover-for-borrowed-dream.html
Amanda…I’m wondering about those low-cholesterol, low-fat dishes you’ve been working on! Bet they’re delicious, too. Thanks for taking time for this interview–and giving such thoughtful answers! Audrey Hepburn, Meryl Streep, Jane Alexander…all such noteworthy women. Blessings on your book, Amanda! Warmly, Suzanne
Suzanne — I’d be glad to share some of the recipes with you. One of my favorites is chocolate pound cake. No, it’s not especially low-calorie, but it is low-fat and low-cholesterol.
Thanks again for inviting me to your Author Spotlight. I enjoyed it.
Betty — I agree with you about Texas settings being appealing, which is why so many of my books are set there. I especially like writing about the Hill Country, because it gives me the opportunity to write about the wildflowers.
I really enjoyed the first book and I have no doubt I will adore this one just as much! Thank you for the fun author interview and giveaway, congrats on the new release. 🙂
Trixi — I’m so glad you enjoyed A Stolen Heart. You can imagine how happy I was when some reviewers and early readers said that A Borrowed Dream is even better. Picture me doing the Snoopy dance.