Download or read book The Reluctant Cattleman written by Karen Baney and published by Desert Life Media. This book was released on 2022-08-19 with total page 193 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A Love at First Sight Christian Historical Cowboy Romance. Coming of age story set in Prescott, Arizona in 1887. As Sam Colter takes on more responsibilities at the family ranch, he believes he is a disappointment to his father. He feels like the misfit of the family. When a journalist shows up to interview his mother, secrets from the past threaten his fledging sense of security. Can he overcome his fear and doubts to accept his role as a cattleman and rancher? Will he allow himself to love the woman who turned his life upside down? Ellie Mae Thatcher moves to Prescott to start her career as a writer. When she misleads the Colters about her identity, she hurts the man she is falling in love with. Can she win back his trust and his heart?

Download or read book The Reluctant Rancher written by Leigh Riker and published by Harlequin. This book was released on 2016-10-01 with total page 368 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: She can't stay for long She just needs a place to hide. Now. Pregnant and on the run, Blossom Kennedy jumps at the opportunity to work as a caregiver to an injured, elderly rancher. While she tends to the man, his handsome grandson takes over at the Circle H. Logan Hunter is tough, loyal and a wonderful father to his young son. But Blossom needs a port in a storm more than she needs love, and soon enough she'll be moving on. Unless she's somehow stumbled into the exact place she and her unborn child are supposed to be…by Logan's side.

Download or read book Montana Country Legacy The Reluctant Rancher written by Donna Alward and published by Harlequin. This book was released on 2020-07-07 with total page 406 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A home…for good? The Cowboy’s Homecoming by Donna Alward Once, rodeo star Rylan Duggan had called Crooked Valley Ranch home. But after an incredible romantic night with neighboring rancher Kailey Brandt, he’d bolted, telling himself he preferred life on the circuit with no ties. Until now. Kailey thought she’d learned her lesson with Rylan the first time. But while helping him build Crooked Valley’s business, Kailey sees a more grounded side to the sexy cowboy. Has Rylan finally found his home? Rodeo Father by Mary Sullivan Struggling and pregnant, widowed mom Rachel McGuire wants to give her family the stability she’s never had. Travis Read dashed those hopes by buying her Rodeo, Montana, dream house. Okay, she can start over. But she wasn’t counting on such a fierce attraction between them. And this cowboy was never meant to settle down… Previously published as The Cowboy’s Homecoming and Rodeo Father

Download or read book The Reluctant Texas Rancher written by Cathy Gillen Thacker and published by Harlequin. This book was released on 2012-03-06 with total page 219 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Three generations of Cartwright women have run the Four Winds cattle ranch, and Liz Cartwright is being pressed to keep the tradition going. But Liz wants to continue her legal practice in town, not spend her time working the land. She needs a man to do the heavy lifting! Travis Anderson is also a big-city lawyer, claiming to be back in Laramie County with a desire to reconnect with his ranching roots. Only Liz isn't buying it. When it turns out her old flame is being sued for malpractice, Liz agrees to assist him in exchange for help around Four Winds. Now all she has to do is ignore the incredible chemistry she's always shared with the sexy cowboy. The trouble is, if Liz helps Travis win his lawsuit, he'll leave the ranch-just as she's learning the benefits of having him around. What's a poor cowgirl to do?"--P. 4 of cover.

Download or read book The Reluctant Rancher written by Laina Turner and published by Laina Turner. This book was released on 2024-05-29 with total page 254 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Brock moves to Cottontail Junction, where he buys a dilapidated ranch with his brothers. They plan to fix it up and make Cottontail Junction their new home. Colette Costa is content to run the Bar C Ranch and be the premiere horse trainer in the area, but someone is trying to ruin her, and it’s working. Brock meets Colette and feels an instant attraction. He wants to help her but has been resigned to being alone after his wife dies. Colette wants no part of a relationship since going through a messy divorce, but Brock awakens feelings she didn’t realize she still had. Can they overcome their fears, give in to their feelings for each other, and realize they are better together than apart?

Download or read book The Reluctant Rancher written by Jolene Navarro and published by Harlequin. This book was released on 2023-07-25 with total page 205 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Will his childhood nemesis be the second chance he needs? Despite the mess FBI agent Enzo Flores has made of his life, he’s still eager to help others—like his sister, Ana. But coming home to Texas to run the family ranch and take care of his nephew might be more than Enzo can handle. He enlists the help of Ana’s best friend, Resa Espinoza, who’s always been good at riling him up. This time, she might just help him heal… From Love Inspired: Uplifting stories of faith, forgiveness and hope. Lone Star Heritage

Download or read book The Rancher the Reluctant Princess written by Christine Flynn and published by Harlequin Treasury-Silhouette Special Edition 90s. This book was released on 2009 with total page 224 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The secluded Montana ranch seemed the perfect hideaway for Pricess Sophie Saxe, on the run from the prying eyes of the paparazzi. She thought she'd found peace here, at least for a little while. But then Sophie found herself falling--hard--for a man unlike any she'd ever encountered in her own glittering world.... Carter McLeod was as hard and untamed as the West itself, and he awakened a wildfire passion within her. But his home was here in the big sky country with the adorable little girl he was raising alone, and Sophie's was in the royal courts of Europe. She knew a future with Carter was impossible. Until she learned this stubborn, sexy cowboy always got his woman

Download or read book His Reluctant Rancher written by Roxanne Snopek and published by Entangled: Bliss. This book was released on 2013-02-18 with total page 192 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: His Reluctant Rancher by Roxanne Snopek Can a city girl and country cowboy open up to love? The last place city girl Desiree Burke expected to find herself was living at and working on a ranch, much less butting heads with the ranch's sexy cowboy owner, Zach Gamble. But that's exactly where she ends up after an incident at work leads her to her best friend Rory's doorstep. Desiree is a gifted physical therapist, and Rory knows exactly where her brand of tough love is needed the most. Zach's been through hell and back. A devastating car crash left his brother gone, his father paralyzed, and him with mental scars a mile wide. His survivor guilt alone makes him sure he doesn't deserve to find love. But as Des works her way into his ranch, his family, and his life, suddenly the last person who belonged there is the only one he believes belongs...with him.

Download or read book Oaks of Justice written by Karen Baney and published by Desert Life Media. This book was released on 2022-06-24 with total page 200 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Enemies to friends, love at work, gripping Historical Christian Romance Fiction set in Prescott, Arizona in 1873. Mel Larson is used to being underestimated as a female attorney. When her life is threatened, her mentor takes her home to Prescott. As the defense attorney for her innocent client who is on trial for murder, she goes head-to-head with the new District Attorney. When she apologizes to him for using some unconventional tactics, sparks fly, and she finds a love she had not been looking for. Alex Glassman was ready to settle down but after a failed courtship, he doubted if he would ever find the right match. When a major court case falls into his lap, he is unprepared to argue the case against a fiery red headed woman. When the case is over and he humbles himself to admit his mistakes, his heart is captured, and he dares to hope that she could be the one. When Mel’s life is threatened, can Alex save her in time?

Download or read book Starry Night Novellas written by Karen Baney and published by Desert Life Media. This book was released on 2023-01-08 with total page 163 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: One starry night, three sisters pray for the man of their dreams. Caty's Craftsman A sweet Christmas time romance set in Prescott, Arizona Territory in 1886. As Christmas time arrives in the small town of Prescott, Caty Larson dreams her future husband will be a craftsman. A godly man who makes beautiful things from wood. Penny's Pursuit A friends-to-sweethearts and an almost-missed-opportunity story set near Prescott, Arizona Territory in 1893. Penny Larson only had eyes for one man, Nathan Cahill, until he moved away. After waiting for him with no word for eight months, she gives up and gives her heart to another man... Dory's Desire A sweet in-love-with-sisters-ex-fiancé love story set in Prescott, Arizona Territory in 1894. As the youngest Larson sister, Dory carries on the stargazing tradition even though she’s the only sister at home. When a mishap throws her into the arms of her sister’s ex-fiancé, Dory hopes the desires of her heart will come true. This paperback version includes all three novellas. The ebook versions are sold individually.

Download or read book Roping the Reluctant Rancher written by Larissa Gail and published by Independently Published. This book was released on 2022-04-12 with total page 324 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Jenna is at a crossroads in her life. On a whim she takes a job on a cattle ranch in Colorado as the new cook and housekeeper. Unfortunately, when she discovers the handsome, yet grumpy rancher who she'd bumped into twice the day before is her new boss, she has another decision to make-stay and put up with his grouchiness and hope for the best or leave and go on her merry way? Logan doesn't want or need another woman in his life. Not after being burned so badly before. Only problem is he can't seem to take his eyes off the ranch's newest employee. And with her sweet temperament and tempting curves taunting him every time she's near, how is he supposed to resist being roped in to love again? Roping the Reluctant Rancher is intended for mature readers.

Download or read book Her Reluctant Rancher written by Anne Marie Novark and published by Anne Marie Novark Books. This book was released on 2014-03-04 with total page 134 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Trevor Callahan's long estranged grandfather is dead. As a kid, living with the stern old man had been pure hell. Trev returns to Stone Creek for one reason and one reason only: To sell the Rocking C Ranch. Maybe then he can put his past behind him and move on. Beth Evans once confused lust for love and vows never to let it happen again. The bookmobile driver is trying to raise funds to build a new library. The late Hank Callahan bequeathed one million dollars for the project, but he attached one stipulation: Do not let his grandson sell the ranch. EXCERPT: He leaned across the desk. “You know, we haven’t discussed the kiss the other night.” She scooted the chair back. “There’s nothing to discuss.” He stood and slowly came around the desk, reached for her hand and pulled her to her feet. “I want to kiss you again.” “That’s probably not a good idea.” Oh, lord. She was playing with fire and if she wasn’t careful, she was going to get burned. Bad. “Probably not. I know you said we’d never kiss again. But don’t you want to kiss me? Can’t you feel the pull between us?” “Yes . . . No!” She jerked her hand free and started backing away. He followed, closing in on her until she bumped against the library table. “Just one kiss, Beth. One kiss can’t hurt.” Before she could react, before she could reply, Trevor wrapped his arms around her, covered her mouth with his and God help her, she was a goner. KEYWORDS: Texas romance, cowboy romance, single mom, librarian, small town, alpha male, tortured hero, secrets, steamy romance

Download or read book The Cattlemen written by Mari Sandoz and published by U of Nebraska Press. This book was released on 1978-01-01 with total page 548 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "This thundering book by the author of Old Jules is the story of the vast cattle industry of the American West; stupendous in length, concept, and achievement, it is the result of a lifetime of knowledge and research. . . . The whole story is here, long but never dull, written with humor and understatement."—Kirkus Service "Here, tough as whang leather, nourishing as pemmican, turbulent as Dodge City on a Saturday night in the late 1870s, is what time may well decide is the definitive history of the founding and flourishing of the cattle industry on this continent. . . . This splendid book says more (and says it better) about the most romantic figures of the old West than dozens of other books that have ranged over this familiar ground. Mari Sandoz has given herself room to move with tremendous drive and scholarship."—Victor P. Hass, Chicago Sunday Tribune "Drawing the fullest flavor from her expert descriptive technique, Mari Sandoz has written a regional history to stand among the best of its kind."—Library Journal

Download or read book Desert Manna written by Karen Baney and published by Desert Life Media. This book was released on 2023-05-17 with total page 727 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Three different couples find God's provision, manna, in the Arizona desert. Set in Prescott, Arizona Territory from 1871-1873. Beauty for Ashes After Perry Quinn loses everything, he must start over, relying on the charity of his friends and the beautiful single mother Rebecca Elliot. He finds her companionship helps heal his broken heart. A second chances, starting over romance. Joy for Mourning Grace Talbert loves helping others and struggles to find her purpose apart from the many suitors her father thrusts upon her. When the handsome, older Joshua Harrison returns to Prescott to raise his daughter, sparks fly. A trapped together age gap romance. Oaks of Justice Attorney Melissa (Mel) Larson longs to make her mark on the world. When her life is in danger, she returns home to Prescott and is pitted against the handsome District Attorney, Alex Glassman. When they face off in the courtroom, Mel’s low blow may have backfired. An enemies to sweethearts romance.

Download or read book Colter Sons Series written by Karen Baney and published by Desert Life Media. This book was released on 2023-09-12 with total page 1157 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Family secrets… …secret identities …blind ambition …all threaten to tear this family apart. Will adversity bring them closer together? Or will family dynamics scatter them as these five brothers move into manhood? Will the women they meet soften their hearts? Or will the ranch and family be destroyed? You’ll love this Christian historical romance series because of the big family drama, sweet romance, and rich railroad history set in the Arizona Territory (1887-1906). Pick up this epic western saga to see if they remain Colter strong or if the family is torn apart.

Download or read book Vargas Ranch Series Box Set Books 1 3 written by Karen Baney and published by Desert Life Media. This book was released on 2024-06-16 with total page 548 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Love is in the air at the Vargas Guest Ranch & Resort near Wickenburg, Arizona. The Vargas family lives and breathes their family motto: We do not deviate from the Lord’s plan. Five brawny brothers keep the ranch and resort running while life lassos their hearts in this epic contemporary Christian cowboy romance series. Falling for a Real Cowboy (Book 1) She’s trying to resurrect her career. He’s sworn off women. Will this city-meets-country duo find love where they least expect it? Honeymoon with a Real Cowboy (bonus novella) Happily ever after wasn’t as easy as they thought. As they head to Hawaii for their postponed honeymoon, will Dalton and River mend the cracks in their marriage? Falling for a Shy Cowboy (Book 2) She’s a single mom with a disabled son. He’s been in love with her since high school. Will this shy cowboy finally win her heart? Falling for a Bossy Cowboy (Book 3) She’s famous and nearing the end of her career. He’s blunt, bossy, and downright annoying. Will these two find the perfect balance between truth and love?

Download or read book The Cattleman written by and published by . This book was released on 1961 with total page 1806 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: