Download or read book The Compton Cowboys written by Walter Thompson-Hernandez and published by HarperCollins. This book was released on 2020-04-28 with total page 284 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: “Thompson-Hernández's portrayal of Compton's black cowboys broadens our perception of Compton's young black residents, and connects the Compton Cowboys to the historical legacy of African Americans in the west. An eye-opening, moving book.”—Margot Lee Shetterly, New York Times bestselling author of Hidden Figures “Walter Thompson-Hernández has written a book for the ages: a profound and moving account of what it means to be black in America that is awe inspiring in its truth-telling and limitless in its empathy. Here is an American epic of black survival and creativity, of terrible misfortune and everyday resilience, of grace, redemption and, yes, cowboys.”— Junot Díaz, Pulitzer prize-winning author of This is How You Lose Her A rising New York Times reporter tells the compelling story of The Compton Cowboys, a group of African-American men and women who defy stereotypes and continue the proud, centuries-old tradition of black cowboys in the heart of one of America’s most notorious cities. In Compton, California, ten black riders on horseback cut an unusual profile, their cowboy hats tilted against the hot Los Angeles sun. They are the Compton Cowboys, their small ranch one of the very last in a formerly semirural area of the city that has been home to African-American horse riders for decades. To most people, Compton is known only as the home of rap greats NWA and Kendrick Lamar, hyped in the media for its seemingly intractable gang violence. But in 1988 Mayisha Akbar founded The Compton Jr. Posse to provide local youth with a safe alternative to the streets, one that connected them with the rich legacy of black cowboys in American culture. From Mayisha’s youth organization came the Cowboys of today: black men and women from Compton for whom the ranch and the horses provide camaraderie, respite from violence, healing from trauma, and recovery from incarceration. The Cowboys include Randy, Mayisha’s nephew, faced with the daunting task of remaking the Cowboys for a new generation; Anthony, former drug dealer and inmate, now a family man and mentor, Keiara, a single mother pursuing her dream of winning a national rodeo championship, and a tight clan of twentysomethings--Kenneth, Keenan, Charles, and Tre--for whom horses bring the freedom, protection, and status that often elude the young black men of Compton. The Compton Cowboys is a story about trauma and transformation, race and identity, compassion, and ultimately, belonging. Walter Thompson-Hernández paints a unique and unexpected portrait of this city, pushing back against stereotypes to reveal an urban community in all its complexity, tragedy, and triumph. The Compton Cowboys is illustrated with 10-15 photographs.

Download or read book Turn and Burn written by Lorelei James and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2016-10-04 with total page 450 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A rough and tumble woman meets her match in a wild cowboy in this Blacktop Cowboys® novel from the New York Times bestselling author of Wrapped and Strapped. Tanna Barker is a world champion barrel racer. But her personal life has been less successful. Her recently widowed father has remarried, and sold the Texas ranch she called home. Now a rodeo injury has left the restless spitfire holed up in Muddy Gap, unsure what her next move should be. Veterinarian August Fletcher has always put his job first. He’s never found a woman who could handle his on-the-road lifestyle. But when sassy, sexy Tanna blows into town, he finally finds the woman of his fantasies. There’s something between them, but Tanna has been burned by love ’em and leave ’em road dogs before. It’ll take some sweet persuasion to convince her that Fletch is committed to their sizzling relationship for the long haul.

Download or read book Cowboys Like Us written by Vicki Lewis Thompson and published by Ocean Dance Press. This book was released on 2021-07-02 with total page 173 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: When love means saying goodbye… After a career ending sports injury, Logan Carswell retreats to a small Wyoming town to heal mind and body. But his short-term solution hits a snag when he meets sexy bartender Caro Davis. She’s everything he’s ever wanted. A generous lover. A loyal friend. But she’s firmly planted in a place he’ll never call home. Tending bar at the Spirits and Spurs suits Caro just fine. She’s a small-town girl who isn’t about to leave Shoshone or her ailing grandmother. Not even for the kindest, hottest man she’s ever met. He’s ditched his big-city clothes for cowboy duds, but the change is temporary. And every moment they share brings her closer to heartbreak… Saddle up for the Sons of Chance series! Steamy western romances from the NYT bestselling author who brought you The Buckskin Brotherhood of Apple Grove, Montana. If you like sexy cowboys, charming small towns, and laugh-out-loud adventures, you’ll love meeting the residents of the Last Chance Ranch. SONS OF CHANCE The books in this series are standalone romances and can be read in any order. What a Cowboy Wants (Nick & Dominique) A Cowboy's Temptation (Gabe & Morgan) Claimed by the Cowboy (Jack & Josie) Should've Been a Cowboy (Alex & Tyler) Cowboy Up (Clay & Emily) Cowboys Like Us (Logan & Caro) It's Christmas, Cowboy (Tucker & Lacey) It's About Time, Cowboy (Hutch & Katrina) Count on a Cowboy (Wyatt & Olivia) The Way to a Cowboy's Heart (Matthew & Aurelia) Trust in a Cowboy (Rafe & Meg) Only a Cowboy Will Do (Nash & Bethany) Wild About the Cowboy (Luke & Naomi) Cowboys and Angels (Trey & Elle) A Last Chance Christmas (Ben & Molly)

Download or read book RAFE Firebrand Cowboys written by Barb Han and published by Barb Han Corp. This book was released on 2023-03-22 with total page 181 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Odette Barnes needs big money fast if she is going to have any chance at protecting her young half-sister. Becoming a surrogate for a single, handsome rancher solves the problem, but how long will it be before the past comes hunting? Working with a surrogate to have a baby isn’t something Rafe Firebrand ever believed he would do. On the surface, Odette is the perfect choice to carry his child. But does she have secrets? And will his family name make her a target? USA TODAY Bestselling Author Barb Han guarantees danger lurking around every corner, hearts on the line, and romantic suspense that keeps you on the edge of your seat. Join her Firebrand family in Lone Star Pass, Texas as they break through deep-rooted family feuds and find their way to love.

Download or read book A Cowboy s Secret written by Anne McAllister and published by Silhouette. This book was released on 2010-08-01 with total page 185 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Rugged J.D. Holt had a life full of secrets—none of which he intended to share with brainy, beautiful Lydia Cochrane. He wasn't sharing ANYTHING with Lydia—until he found out she'd bought HIS ranch and was now HIS boss! Well, he could handle it. He was tough, wasn't he? But Lydia had a way of getting under a cowboy's skin, making him want things he had no business wanting. A home. A family. A woman like her. Everyone knew she wasn't his kind of woman. But what if "everyone" was wrong—and some secrets were meant to be shared?

Download or read book Late a Cowboy Song written by Sarah Ruhl and published by Samuel French, Incorporated. This book was released on 2015 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This play is for all the lady cowboys of heart and mind who ride outside the city limits of convention. Mary, always late and always married, meets a lady cowboy outside the city limits of Pittsburgh who teaches her how to ride a horse. Mary's husband, Crick, buys a painting with the last of their savings. Mary and Crick have a baby, but they can't decide on the baby's name, or the baby's gender. A story of one woman's education and her search to find true love outside the box.

Download or read book Billionaire Cowboys written by Kristina Knight and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2017-03-27 with total page 882 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The second bestselling series from Kristina Knight marries two consistently popular romance trends: billionaires and cowboys. Hot Las Vegas nights get even steamier for these three powerful, wealthy businessmen with cowboy roots and the strong, independent women who fall for them. What happens in Vegas certainly won’t stay there as these successful tycoons win at love. What the Bachelor Gets: Local property developer and sexy Vegas bachelor Gage Reeves is bombarded with a stream of showgirls, local socialites, and entertainers who all expect something from him. All Gage wants is to help an old high school friend, Callie Holliday, make a go of her new spa in his high-end retail complex. But their wheeling and dealing soon turns from strictly professional to decidedly personal. What the Heiress Wants: Denver publishing heiress Miranda Clayton is tired of society parties and shopping, but her tycoon father refuses to take her seriously. Her solution? Beat him at his own game by going to work for his top competitor, Connor Reeves. Connor isn’t fooled by Miranda’s act for a second. He knows exactly who she is; the question is what does the lady want? What the Gambler Risks: Twenty-something ice queen Sabrina York enjoys fame and fortune writing self-help books for a largely female audience—but she could do without her reputation as the Oldest Living (Supposed) Virgin in Vegas. Jase Reeves knows Sabrina’s not nearly as cold as she would like people to think. He didn’t intend to have a one-night stand with the Vegas Virgin, but he can’t get her out of his head. Now Sabrina has one goal: stay away from the handsome gambler before he melts her career—and her heart. Sensuality Level: Sensual

Download or read book KELLAN Firebrand Cowboys written by Barb Han and published by Barb Han Corp. This book was released on 2024-01-24 with total page 165 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Of all the ways Kellan Firebrand could have expected to die, being burned alive in his equipment shed had never even made the list. Divorced, and a year and a half shy of his fortieth birthday, Kellan is contemplating pulling up roots and moving away from the only home he’s ever known. Until he finds himself locked inside a burning shed. A faint cry for help makes him realize he’s not alone…and someone seems intent on killing them both. Kelsey Sheppard left home too young, got married to a would-be famous musician, and has been paying the price for her missteps ever since. But her biggest mistake—and secret—has her running for her life and to the one man she could never forget. The one who got away brings danger to Kellan’s doorstep. But he never forgot the person who imprinted his heart as a teen and he’ll risk everything now to keep her safe. But will her secret destroy them both before they get a second chance? USA TODAY Bestselling Author Barb Han guarantees danger lurking around every corner, hearts on the line, and romantic suspense that keeps you on the edge of your seat. Join her Firebrand family in Lone Star Pass, Texas as they break through deep-rooted family feuds and find their way to love. All books are stand-alone. Happy Ever After Guaranteed.

Download or read book Cowboys Aliens written by Joan D. Vinge and published by Macmillan. This book was released on 2011-08-02 with total page 384 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Blockbuster filmmaker Jon Favreau directs Daniel Craig and Harrison Ford in an event film for summer 2011 that crosses the classic Western with the alien-invasion movie in a blazingly original way: Cowboys & Aliens. Joined by an arsenal of top moviemakers-Steven Spielberg, Ron Howard, Brian Grazer, Alex Kurtzman and Roberto Orci-he brings an all-new action thriller that will take audiences into the Old West, where a lone cowboy leads an uprising against a terror from beyond our world. 1875. New Mexico Territory. A stranger (Craig) with no memory of his past stumbles into the hard desert town of Absolution. The only hint to his history is a mysterious shackle that encircles one wrist. What he discovers is that the people of Absolution don't welcome strangers, and nobody makes a move on its streets unless ordered to do so by the iron-fisted Colonel Dolarhyde (Ford). It's a town that lives in fear. But Absolution is about to experience fear it can scarcely comprehend as the desolate city is attacked by marauders from the sky. Screaming down with breathtaking velocity and blinding lights to abduct the helpless one by one, these monsters challenge everything the residents have ever known. Now, the stranger they rejected is their only hope for salvation. As this gunslinger slowly starts to remember who he is and where he's been, he realizes he holds a secret that could give the town a fighting chance against the alien force. With the help of the elusive traveler Ella (Olivia Wilde), he pulls together a posse comprised of former opponents-townsfolk, Dolarhyde and his boys, outlaws and Apache warriors-all in danger of annihilation. United against a common enemy, they will prepare for an epic showdown for survival.. The script for Cowboys & Aliens is by Star Trek's Roberto Orci & Alex Kurtzman & Damon Lindelof (television's Lost) and Mark Fergus & Hawk Ostby, screen story by Mark Fergus & Hawk Ostby and Steve Oedekerk, based on Platinum Studios' "Cowboys & Aliens" created by Scott Mitchell Rosenberg. Grazer, Howard, Rosenberg, Kurtzman and Orci produce. Spielberg, Favreau, Denis L. Stewart, Bobby Cohen, Randy Greenberg and Ryan Kavanaugh executive produce. Thi.s novelization is an exciting, action-packed story that starts with an amnesiac stranger and ends in a blaze of glory. Absolution, New Mexico, a town that lives in fear of its powerful benefactor, cattle baron Col. Woodrow Dolarhyde, is full of unhappy people--from the colonel's spoiled, directionless son who tries to drink it dry, to the doctor-turned-saloon-keeper stuck in the remains of what was once a gold-rush boom town, to the preacher who struggles to find meaning in a place that seems as lifeless as the arid desert around it. But when a mysterious stranger with an odd bit of hardware on his wrist arrives, he brings with him a new kind of trouble that nobody could imagine in their wildest dreams Alive with the color and spirit of the Old West and the sense of wonder of the most entertaining science fiction, this enthralling adventure is a unique and memorable experience readers won't want to miss. At the Publisher's request, this title is being sold without Digital Rights Management Software (DRM) applied.

Download or read book Cowboys for Christmas written by Liz Talley and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2014-11-18 with total page 287 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 3 cowboys…2 weeks…1 wedding! Three all-new stories by Kim Law, Terri Osburn, and Liz Talley Claire, Georgia, and Mary Catherine couldn’t be more different, but they promised they would be there for one another no matter what. And when they all gather in Holly Hills, Texas, for Mary Catherine’s Christmas wedding, they’ll find they have one thing in common: hearts that are about to be branded—by unforgettable cowboys. In “Love Me, Cowboy” by Terri Osburn, wallflower Claire would be more excited about the wedding if it didn’t mean running into Mary Catherine’s brother—the bull rider she once had a scorching one-night stand with… Ivy League volleyball coach Georgia never wanted to see Holly Hills—or another cowboy—again. But a sexy veterinarian is making her rethink her vow to never marry a Texas man in “Kiss Me, Cowboy” by Liz Talley. Claire and Georgia both think that Mary Catherine is getting hitched to the wrong man, despite how perfect he is. And in “Marry Me, Cowboy” by Kim Law, a local rancher with a wild reputation gives Mary Catherine a glimpse of what might have been—and what could still be... “Magic and miracles are in the air in Cowboys for Christmas. It’s one of those wonderful holiday books that you wish would never end and you darn sure can’t put down once you start reading. It makes you believe…truly believe in the power of love!” —New York Times bestselling author Carolyn Brown “A trio of tasty cowboy tales.”—New York Times bestselling author Lori Wilde Praise for Kim Law, Terri Osburn, and Liz Talley “[Terri Osburn] continues to enchant.”—Fresh Fiction on Up to the Challenge “Talley’s characters are well drawn and complex.”—RT Book Reviews on His Brown-Eyed Girl “[Kim Law] made me fall in love with her fictional characters the minute they were introduced.”—Book Lovin’ Mamas on Sugar Springs Terri Osburn is the Wall Street Journal bestselling author of the Anchor Island series. She makes her home along the coast of Virginia with an eye-rolling teenager, three fat tabbies, and a hyper yorkiepoo. Liz Talley is a former English teacher who lives in North Louisiana with her high school sweetheart, two rough and tumble boys, and a gaggle of pets. RITA-nominated and Golden Heart winner Kim Law is a former computer programmer, now spending her days writing happily ever afters. A native of Kentucky, she lives with her husband and a passel of animals in Middle Tennessee.

Download or read book TRAVIS Firebrand Cowboys written by Barb Han and published by Barb Han Corp. This book was released on 2023-11-15 with total page 165 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The last person Travis Firebrand expects to see barreling up his driveway in her pickup truck is the woman who ghosted him after the best weekend of his life. Worse yet, she has the audacity to accuse him of playing a twisted prank. Brynne Beauden quickly realizes she’s barking up the wrong tree with Travis, which means the prank is a real threat. Accepting Travis’s help means risking more than her heart. He might discover she’s pregnant with his baby. Danger is closing in and Brynne is short on options, so she won’t turn Travis down. Keeping a safe emotional distance will be the most difficult thing she’s ever attempted, but she’ll do whatever it takes to protect her land and their unborn child. USA TODAY Bestselling Author Barb Han guarantees danger lurking around every corner, hearts on the line, and romantic suspense that keeps you on the edge of your seat. Join her Firebrand family in Lone Star Pass, Texas as they break through deep-rooted family feuds and find their way to love. All books are stand-alone. HEA Guaranteed.

Download or read book Cowboy Cruncher written by Lane Bristow and published by AuthorHouse. This book was released on 2011-02-01 with total page 510 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: I once told one of my American friends about the great Canadian sea serpent, the Ogopogo of Lake Okanagan. His only response was, Bucky, a country needs to have culture before it can have mythology. Well, the hard reality is that Canada really does have monster legends. Whether or not we have culture yet is still up in the air. However, I will swear to my dying day that the Ogopogo exists, because I saw it with my own eyes. Coincidentally, this sighting took place on the Ogopogos dying day, because I also accidentally killed it. (Hey, I said reality was hard.) Hi. Im Bucky Laroo.

Download or read book Unforgettable Cowboys Box Set Part Two written by Danae Little and published by Little Publishing. This book was released on 2023-05-15 with total page 828 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: If you like cowboys, amnesia romance, and a touch of suspense, then you will enjoy Unforgettable Cowboys. This cowboy romance series inspires hope, faith, and, of course, the belief that love conquers all. Though you can read each book as a standalone, you'll find yourself swept into this world of amnesia romance with enough suspense to keep you up past your bedtime but not too scared to turn off the lights. This box set includes the last three Unforgettable Cowboys PLUS a BONUS Novella: Book Four: Her Steadfast Cowboy - When danger strikes, Kacey leaves the city, rushing back to her small hometown. Sawyer has nursed a broken heart ever since she had left town, but now that she’s back he will he have to sacrifice his heart to keep her safe? Book Five: Her Famous Cowboy - After an on the job accident, actor Everett keeps mixing up his real life with that of his character in the latest suspense movie he's filming, Clara, his nurse, plays his leading lady, but what do they do when they find out the person coming for him is actually not playing a fictitious role. Book Six: Her Guardian Cowboy - Audrey finds herself in the care of Wesley after a horseback riding accident on his ranch. She and her son are running from something dangerous, but she can't quite remember what until it threatens her comfortable ranch life with her guardian. BONUS Novella: Her Constant Cowboy - Harper wakes up in a city apartment with the last eight years of her life erased. She returns to her small hometown, confused why her best friend (and secret crush) Logan, won’t talk to her. Will remembering the past and a little Christmas miracle heal their wounds, or does love go deeper than lost memories? Readers of this Best-Selling series with an average of 4.6 stars say: “Little's brilliant writing made me a part of the story. Until my stomach told me it needed to be filled, I had literally forgotten I existed. The story was all.” “This unbelievably heartfelt story of finding love was definitely a page turner! Lists of intriguing drama and suspense surrounding a sweet romance between two people who have a second chance at happiness. The characters were compellingly charming and the storyline was definitely exciting from start to finish.” “This is the third one of the cowboy series I have read. I would recommend it anyone who loves a excellent book. This one did not disappoint and left me not being able to put it down till I read the last word. Wonderful book and series.” “Dear future reader Don't even bother with these reviews just go straight to the book, you will not be disappointed.” Other series by Danae Little: Unforgettable Cowboys Faithful Cowboys Hope Lake Cowboys at Christmas Tree Ranch More Than Friends Holiday Romance

Download or read book The Legend of Colton H Bryant written by Alexandra Fuller and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2008 with total page 228 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The moving, tough, and in many ways quintessentially American story of Colton H. Bryant's life and the land that grew him.

Download or read book Legacy Found Copper River Cowboys Book 4 written by Jillian David and published by ePublishing Works!. This book was released on 2019-05-14 with total page 322 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Ms. David's books grab me so deeply . . . definitely a series you will not want to miss!" ~Angels Reviews The Perfect Storm of Psychic Ranchers and Sexy Nights is brewing in the Wyoming Mountains in the Paranormal Romance, LEGACY FOUND, by Jillian David -- Copper River, Wyoming – Present Day -- Following a traumatic accident in the Army, Kerr Taggart returns to Hell's Valley to come to terms with the man he’s become, so he can take the biggest chance of his life . . . asking the beautiful and forbidden Izzy Brand out on a date. But even if he achieves Mission Date Izzy Brand, Izzy’s family remains intent on destroying the Taggart family, and remains aligned with the rising supernatural creature plotting to steal Taggart land. Meanwhile, Izzy is chafing against her family's on-going vendetta, and rats out her own brothers to the Taggarts. A decision that turns the evil entity’s sights Izzy’s way. Now, to save the woman he loves, Kerr Taggart must find a way to overcome his own demons and use his psychic powers, because this time . . . failure is not an option. Publisher Note: Jillian David writes a unique blend of western romantic heat with a touch of the paranormal. Most appropriate for mature readers. ". . . another fabulous paranormal series from Jillian David who makes her rural settings come to life with jaw-tensing reality." ~ 5 stars ~ Tome Tender The Copper River Cowboys Series Legacy of Lies Legacy Lost Legacy of Danger Legacy Found

Download or read book Legacy of Lies Copper River Cowboys Book 1 written by Jillian David and published by ePublishing Works!. This book was released on 2019-04-02 with total page 277 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: “...brings tension to a fever pitch in the deep woods and plains of Wyoming.” ~5 stars, Tome Tender Present Day, Copper River, Wyoming Garrison Taggart’s psychic lie-detecting ability failed him when his ex-wife betrayed him. Until he can trust himself again, he’s sticking with a strict no-dating policy—that includes smart and sexy schoolteacher Sara Lopez—but one kiss from Sara makes him want to round up his insecurities once and for all. Sara Lopez left behind a checkered past in Copper River to obtain her teaching degree and a respectable reputation. If only her ex-boyfriend, Hank Brand, would leave her alone so she can focus on the surly but sexy rancher, Garrison Taggart. When a cross-valley rivalry between ranching families places Sara in the crossfire, Garrison must risk his deepest secret and his own life to save the people he cares for the most. But his heroics may cost him everything. Publisher Note: Jillian David writes a unique blend of western romantic heat with a touch of the paranormal. This series contains adult language and is best suited for mature readers. "Make sure you have a few hours to spare when you start this book as you won't want to put it down!" ~5 stars Sweet and Spicy Reads "An awesome romance centering on ranching and horses and small town life with tiny hints of paranormal activity dotted throughout." ~5 stars Romance Authors that Rock "A wonderful story, filled with colorful characters and complicated situations that will keep the reader on the edge of their seat." ~4 stars, InDTale Magazine The Copper River Cowboys Series Legacy of Lies Legacy Lost Legacy of Danger Legacy Found

Download or read book Ranchers and Cowboys Collection written by Diana Palmer and published by Harlequin. This book was released on 2016-02-15 with total page 478 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Three cowboy romances in one collection for the first time by New York Times bestselling author Diana Palmer, Lindsay McKenna, and Marin Thomas. The Rancher by Diana Palmer Cort Brannt, the heir to the Skylance Ranch empire, has women gallop into his life, but the handsome lone wolf sends them just as quickly on their way…until a pretty, vivacious neighbor appears on the range. Has the most eligible bachelor in Branntville, Texas met his match? The Last Cowboy by Lindsay McKenna City girl. It was written all over her like a sign warning him to keep off. Sure, Slade McPherson would train her horse…With his ranch close to foreclosure, he can't afford to turn away a paying customer. But no way is this cowboy getting involved with a woman like Jordana Lawton—no matter how pretty she looks in a saddle. Yet everything can change in an instant. A terrifying run-in with an angry bull leaves him wounded and unable to compete in a race that could change his future. With Jordana by his side, he might stand a chance. But what happens when this old-school cowboy finds himself falling for a modern city girl? A Cowboy's Redemption by Marin Thomas Cruz Rivera is on his last chance. He can't afford to blow it by falling for the beautiful blonde who just hired him to fix up her family's New Mexico property. If he's going to get back on the rodeo circuit, Cruz needs to focus. Besides, a sweet single mom like Sara Mendez can do better than someone with Cruz's troubled past.ÿSara isn't making it easy for Cruz to keep his distance. He's a man of many secrets, but Sarah sees only good in his heart. Though Cruz knows he should move on before Sara discovers the truth about his past, he can't leave the closest thing to a home he's ever known. Cruz is the only man Sara wants—can he become the one she deserves?