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Book Strong   Wilde  Part Three  Sweet Western Cowboy Romance

Download or read book Strong Wilde Part Three Sweet Western Cowboy Romance written by L.G. Castillo and published by L.G. Castillo. This book was released on 2014-11-14 with total page 98 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The heart-wrenching conclusion to the Strong & Wilde novella serial. Professing his love for high school sweetheart, Cassie Strong, is the smartest thing Cody Wilde has ever done. With his lifelong enemy, Seth Baker, moving to Austin and Cassie by his side, Cody thinks his life is finally looking up. Then he receives a devastating phone call that turns his world upside down and leads him to break the promise he made to his father so long ago. Cassie’s love for Cody is so fierce that even when Seth and his brothers return for revenge, she stands against them fearlessly. Despite her best efforts, she can’t stop the attack, and she’s left with a broken body and spirit. Determined to avenge Cassie, Cody makes an impulsive decision that tears them apart. Promises are broken, consequences have to be paid, and Cassie’s left to face the biggest challenge of her life without Cody. Can their love survive?

Book Strong and Wilde  Part Three  a Cowboy s Promise

Download or read book Strong and Wilde Part Three a Cowboy s Promise written by L. G. Castillo and published by . This book was released on 2018-11 with total page 122 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Professing his love for high school sweetheart, Cassie Strong, is the smartest thing Cody Wilde has ever done. With his lifelong enemy, Seth Baker, moving to Austin and Cassie by his side, Cody thinks his life is finally looking up. Then he receives a devastating phone call that turns his world upside down and leads him to break the promise he made to his father so long ago.Cassie's love for Cody is so fierce that even when Seth and his brothers return for revenge, she stands against them fearlessly. Despite her best efforts, she can't stop the attack, and she's left with a broken body and spirit. Determined to avenge Cassie, Cody makes an impulsive decision that tears them apart. Promises are broken, consequences have to be paid, and Cassie's left to face the biggest challenge of her life without Cody. Can their love survive?

Book Strong   Wilde  Part Two  Sweet Western Cowboy Romance

Download or read book Strong Wilde Part Two Sweet Western Cowboy Romance written by L.G. Castillo and published by L.G. Castillo. This book was released on 2014-11-09 with total page 84 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Cody Wilde can't deny his growing feelings for childhood friend, Cassie Strong. But with the threat from a lifelong enemy looming, Cody resolves to keep Cassie safe, even if it means sacrificing his own happiness. Troubled by Cody's aloofness, Cassie takes matters into her own hands, determined to win his heart. Unable to keep himself away from Cassie, Cody gives into his feelings, and the two become inseparable. Then, on one blistering summer day, Cody's fears come back to haunt him, but Cassie's the one to pay the price. For readers who enjoy Diana Palmer, Maisy Yates, Cora Seton, Kate Pearce, Vivian Arend, Kelly Elliott, Debra Clopton, Jennifer Ryan, Linda Leal Miller, B.J. Daniels, and SJ McCoy. Topics: new adult, contemporary romance, cowboy romance, Texas romance, western romance, sweet romance, small town romance.

Book Strong   Wilde  A Cowboy s Promise

Download or read book Strong Wilde A Cowboy s Promise written by L.G. Castillo and published by L.G. Castillo. This book was released on 2017-02-19 with total page 306 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A broken promise. An unbreakable love. The hardest thing Cody Wilde ever had to do was keep the promise he made to his dying father—stay away from trouble. Growing up in a rural Texas town and being bullied by the sheriff’s son made it nearly impossible to control the notorious Wilde temper. Only having his good friend, Cassie, and her family for support made the task bearable. Cassie Strong never understood why people picked on Cody. He was sweet, sexy, and had a silly side that he showed only to her. When tragedy strikes her family, it’s Cody who is by her side and their friendship blossoms into something more. But when Cody’s lifelong enemy threatens the one thing that could make him break his promise, will he risk losing Cassie or will he be strong enough to hold on to his father’s last wish? From USA TODAY Bestselling Author L.G. Castillo comes a heart-wrenching small town romance about first love, broken promises, and holding on to love when all hope is lost. Topics: new adult romance, contemporary romance, cowboy romance, Texas romance, romance ebook, romance book, romance novel, western romance, sweet romance, small town romance, sweet western cowboy romance.

Book Strong   Wilde  Part One  FREE Cowboy Romance

Download or read book Strong Wilde Part One FREE Cowboy Romance written by L.G. Castillo and published by L.G. Castillo. This book was released on 2014-11-02 with total page 96 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A broken promise. An unbreakable love. Discover the captivating cowboy romance series "Strong & Wilde" by L.G. Castillo, a sweet and heartfelt tale that will leave you spellbound. Follow Cody Wilde as he grapples with a difficult promise in a rural Texas town, where bullying tests his resolve. With the unwavering support of his friend Cassie, their bond deepens into an unbreakable love. But when Cody's lifelong enemy threatens their happiness, he must choose between honoring his father's dying wish or risking everything for love. If you're a fan of new adult, contemporary, or cowboy romances, don't miss out on the first free book in this captivating series. Download it now from the Google Play books app and immerse yourself in a small-town tale of love, friendship, and the courage to follow your heart.

Book The Cowboy s Bride

Download or read book The Cowboy s Bride written by Amelia Wilde and published by Amelia Wilde. This book was released on with total page 176 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: What do you do with an enemy like Brooke Carson? Marry her. Or at least you try. Austin Bliss can't stand Brooke. It's a fact as old as the earth itself. But his momma taught him to always do the right thing. He's her neighbor, after all. When disaster strikes Brooke’s ranch, his honorable good-man wedding proposal might be her only hope. The only problem? Brooke hates rich, popular Austin right back. She'll never be his bride. Not ever. No matter what.

Book Western Romance

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  • Author : L. Durham
  • Publisher :
  • Release : 2015-08-03
  • ISBN : 9781515339373
  • Pages : 82 pages

Download or read book Western Romance written by L. Durham and published by . This book was released on 2015-08-03 with total page 82 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: WESTERN ROMANCE (FREE Bonus Included)Cowboy Romance: Strong, Wild and Cowboy (Romance, Alpha Western Taboo Cowboy Short Story, Cowboy Romance)Brock Barnes loved the cowboy life. He had come west to California during the gold rush in 1850. That was ten years ago and when his dream proved to be more fantasy than reality he took a job driving cattle from San Francisco to Abilene. He not be making his fortune but he enjoys the freedom and excitement of rising the range. His boss, Clayton Wiley, pays more than enough to keep the whiskey and women flowing, so Barnes figures he has it pretty good.Strong and handsome, His life is a never-ending stream of cow towns between California and Kansas and Brock has a girl in every town. Sometimes he can remember their names, sometimes he can't, but what's the difference? He's never in any of them long enough to grow roots, and that's just the way he likes it.Things start to change for Brock on his latest trip to Abilene when he meets Carly Jessup. Carly has just come east from South Carolina to escape the ravages of the Civil war. She accepts the only job she can find, serving drinks in a local saloon, but it becomes clear this line of work isn't for her. On her first night when another cowboy makes unwanted advances, Brock comes to her rescue. During the ensuing fight he shoots the man in self defense, but the local sheriff doesn't see it that way. When Brock escapes and runs to avoid the hangman's noose, Carly insists on coming with him. On their journey they each learn something about themselves, each other, and what love really means.Getting Your FREE BonusRead this book, and find "BONUS: Your FREE Gift" chapter at the end.WARNING: This ebook contains mature themes and language. Intended for 18+ readers only.

Book Wild Ride

    Book Details:
  • Author : Leslie North
  • Publisher : Relay Publishing
  • Release :
  • ISBN :
  • Pages : 178 pages

Download or read book Wild Ride written by Leslie North and published by Relay Publishing. This book was released on with total page 178 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Wild horses couldn’t tear these hearts apart… Trevor Wild will do anything to save his beloved Wildhorse Ranch… Including starting up a trendy glamping side business—something as alien to him as a day out the saddle. Luckily, smart and sassy Sabrina Hearthstone is an expert. Trevor’s hired her to live on the ranch while she sets up a glamping experience on his land. But it doesn’t long for Sabrina to disrupt his life, in more ways than one. Trevor’s got a ranch to save, and the last thing he needs is to fall for a beautiful woman. But his heart seems to have other plans… Sabrina might be an expert at revamping, but she has no intention of making over gorgeous cowboy Trevor Wild, even if she is wildly attracted to him. He’s stuck in his ways, stubborn as a mule… But sexier than any man she’s ever known. When they aren't butting heads, they're trading kisses that set her heart racing, and leave her weak in the knees.

Book Strong Willed Cowboy

    Book Details:
  • Author : Vicki Lewis Thompson
  • Publisher : Ocean Dance Press
  • Release : 2020-10-02
  • ISBN : 1946759902
  • Pages : 238 pages

Download or read book Strong Willed Cowboy written by Vicki Lewis Thompson and published by Ocean Dance Press. This book was released on 2020-10-02 with total page 238 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Denied by his bride... Wrangler Rafe Banner proposed to ranch cook Kate Gifford two months ago. Her refusal destroyed their friendship. Now Kate’s wealthy aunt will put her little sister through medical school, but there’s a catch. Kate must get married and Rafe’s her only hope. Will he agree to a marriage of her convenience? Rafe’s determined to step up and be the friend Kate needs. It’s gonna hurt like hell. Saddle up for the fun-filled Buckskin Brotherhood series! Steamy western romances from the NYT bestselling author who brought you The McGavin Brothers of Eagles Nest, Montana. If you like sexy cowboys, charming small towns, and laugh-out-loud adventures, you’ll love meeting the Buckskin Brotherhood. THE BUCKSKIN BROTHERHOOD The books in this series are standalone romances and can be read in any order. Sweet-Talking Cowboy (Matt & Lucy) Big-Hearted Cowboy (Jake & Millie) Baby-Daddy Cowboy (CJ & Isabel) True-Blue Cowboy (Nick & Eva) Strong-Willed Cowboy (Rafe & Kate) Secret-Santa Cowboy (Leo & Fiona) Stand-Up Cowboy (Garrett & Anna) Single-Dad Cowboy (Zeke & Nell) Marriage-Minded Cowboy (Teague & Val) Gift-Giving Cowboy (Sky & Penny)

Book Wild Ride   The Wild Wests Boxed Set

Download or read book Wild Ride The Wild Wests Boxed Set written by Adriana French and published by Romance Books. This book was released on with total page 441 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: “Ultimate Cowboy Fantasy” ~FOUR BOOK BOXED SET~ “If this is an example of Adriana’s future work, I will gladly be her #1 fan.” “The best steamy cowboy books of the year.” This Four Book Collection includes never-before-released BONUS SCENES for each book! Saddle up, Sugar. Get ready to meet your next favorite cowboy-caveman. The Wild West Brothers are Here! Expect humor, coarse language, graphic, steamy situations, and instalove romance galore! No Cheating. No Cliffhangers. Epic Happily Ever Afters. Includes: RIDE ‘EM HARD – Spicy Enemies to Lovers Romance - Chase West – Movie Star Cowboy gone rogue. When Montana bad boy Chase West sets his mind on something, he gets it. When he finds Lexi Parker snooping on his ranch, his mind (and everything else) is set on her. Lexi, sent on a fool’s errand to convince Chase to go back to Hollywood and start filming again, has no idea what she’s in for. Chase has Lexi so hot and confused she doesn’t know what she wants. And if she did, she’d be too embarrassed to tell him. Luckily for her, Chase knows exactly what she needs, and he’s going to give her the ride of her life, over and over again. EASY RIDER – Spicy Second Chance Romance – Ryder West – Rodeo Star- Lady Whisperer Ryder West is known around these parts as Easy Rider, the best man to break a stallion and turn him into an easy ride. But the ladies love his prowess in the saddle for an entirely different reason, and Ryder’s happy to oblige. Life gets a little complicated for Ryder when the one that got away returns. Emma Lockhart has his blood pumping heat again, and oh, Ryder’s happy to give her ride after ride, but this time the ride won’t be so easy. Once he gets her in his saddle again, he never wants her to leave. LONG HARD RIDE – Spicy Arranged Marriage Romance – Shane West – Rancher-The One that always gets away. Shane West is known around these parts as one that got away. Oh, he’s happy to take the ladies on long rides night after night, just as long as there’s no commitment. With his piercing blue eyes, and unflinching stare, he’s a man of few regrets, and no strings. Until now. Shane shouldn’t have promised Chuck he’d protect his property and keep his granddaughter safe from her devious boyfriend. But Shane’s loyal to the core, and Chuck was on his deathbed. Six months of wedlock seemed like an easy tradeoff to let the man Shane considered a father pass away in peace. Now Shane’s got an unbroke filly on his hands. How long will he be able to control himself around the prettiest woman he’s ever seen? She’s prancing around the house in skimpy outfits, begging him to take her V-Card. Oh, he’ll take it alright. And once he does, he’ll never want to let her go. FORBIDDEN RIDE – Spicy Enemies to Lovers – Secret Identity – Jenny West- Only girl/Single Mom Single mom Jenny West can’t remember the last time she had any time to herself. She adores her three kids and loves being their mom, but she sure wouldn’t mind finding a man who’d make her feel like a woman again. Boy, does she find him. After her car hurtles down an embankment in a snowstorm, she couldn’t imagine a sexier stranger to come to her rescue. And when the tall, built-for-lovin’-all-night cowboy throws Jenny over his shoulder and drags her back to his cabin, he heals her in ways she could never imagine. It takes her a while to get over the fact that he’s younger. But Jenny has another big surprise coming. William is crazy about this beautiful woman. Now that he’s found her, he doesn’t want to let her go. He sure isn’t about to tell her his real last name. In fact, if her brothers find out who he really is, they just might run him out of town, or worse... . . Keywords related to this steamy cowboy romance: Billionaire best friend romance, forbidden romance, possessive cowboy, alpha cowboy, steamy western romance, possessive cowboy romance books, contemporary cowboy romance novels, steamy cowboy romance novels, steamy alpha cowboy romance, alpha cowboy romance books, hot alpha cowboy romance books, most popular possessive hero alpha male western romance, standalone romance books, western romance book, spicy western romance novel, best contemporary western romance novels, best contemporary western second chance romance books, age gap cowboy romance books, age gap cowboy romance books series, western romance, spicy steamy western romance, steamy billionaire cowboy romance, billionaire romance, instalove romance, insta love romance, curvy girl romance. Fans of the following authors are known to enjoy this steamy cowboy romance series: Vanessa Vale, Hope Ford, Kaci M. Rose, Molly Maco, Anya Summers, Vicki Lewis Thompson, Em Petrova, Cat Johnson, Lorelei James, and Vivian Arend Fans of the following books and series are known to enjoy Wild Ride: Billionaire Cowboys Gone Wild Wild for Her (Free) Wild Thing Wild Nights Wild Side Wild Card Billionaire Cowboys Gone Wild Boxed Set (1-3) The Wild Wests Ride 'em Hard (Free) Easy Rider Long Hard Ride Forbidden Ride Joy Ride Cowboys Love Curvy Girls The Curvy Girl's Cowboy Treat The Curvy Girl's Thankful Cowboy

Book Love With a Perfect Cowboy

Download or read book Love With a Perfect Cowboy written by Lori Wilde and published by Harper Collins. This book was released on 2014-05-27 with total page 221 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: New York Times bestselling author Lori Wilde returns to Cupid, Texas, and asks the question: Do you ever forget your first love? Melody Spencer had long-ago wiped the dust of Cupid, Texas, off her cute shoes . . . and done her best to forget the chiseled jaw and strong arms of cowboy Luke Spencer. Their families might be part of a long-time feud, but he was her very first love, even if it turned out they never wanted the same things. But now Luke's come striding back into her life, tempting her with the memories of long, lazy evenings and hot, passionate kisses. And he has an ulterior motive—as Mayor of Cupid, he knows Melody's business savvy can help save their beloved hometown. His smooth talking might get her to Texas, but that doesn't mean he'll get her in his bed. Still, people do say love can be more perfect the second time around . . .

Book Strong and Wilde  Part One  a Cowboy s Promise

Download or read book Strong and Wilde Part One a Cowboy s Promise written by L. G. Castillo and published by . This book was released on 2018-10-14 with total page 110 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A broken promise. An unbreakable love. The hardest thing Cody Wilde ever had to do was keep the promise he made to his father--stay away from trouble. Growing up in a rural Texas town and being bullied by the sheriff's son made it nearly impossible to control the notorious Wilde temper. Only having his good friend, Cassie, and her family for support made the task bearable. Cassie Strong never understood why people picked on Cody. He was sweet, sexy, and had a silly side that he showed only to her. When tragedy strikes her family, it's Cody who is by her side and their friendship blossoms into something more. But when Cody's lifelong enemy threatens the one thing that could make him break his promise, will he risk losing Cassie or will he be strong enough to hold on to his father's last wish?

Book Wild Montana Sky

    Book Details:
  • Author : Debra Holland
  • Publisher : Montlake Romance
  • Release : 2012-08-28
  • ISBN : 9781612184661
  • Pages : 0 pages

Download or read book Wild Montana Sky written by Debra Holland and published by Montlake Romance. This book was released on 2012-08-28 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Since her husband's death, Samantha Sawyers Rodriguez and her son have been little more than prisoners on her father-in-law's estate in 1890s Argentina. Now, thanks to her late uncle, she has an inheritance--a Montana ranch that she plans to transform into a sanctuary for orphaned boys while raising her family's miniature horses. Not everyone in Sweetwater Springs, however, is happy about her arrival. Samantha's neighbor, Wyatt Thompson, insists she has no idea what she's taking on--with the ranch or with the neglected boys she's adopted. Though she can't deny her attraction to Wyatt, Samantha intends to succeed on her own terms. But when a string of fires turns the locals against her boys, she and Wyatt see all they have to lose--and gain--in this wild and beautiful country. Sweet, heartfelt, and filled with adventure, Starry Montana Sky is an unforgettable follow-up to Debra Holland's acclaimed USA Today bestselling romance Wild Montana Sky, filled with characters as bold and free as the land they love. Amazon Editors selected Starry Montana Sky as one of 50 Great American Love Stories. The Montana Sky series: Wild Montana Sky Starry Montana Sky Stormy Montana Sky Montana Sky Christmas Painted Montana Sky Mail-Order Brides of the West: Trudy

Book Strong and Wilde  Part Two  a Cowboy s Promise

Download or read book Strong and Wilde Part Two a Cowboy s Promise written by L. G. Castillo and published by . This book was released on 2018-10-31 with total page 108 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Cody Wilde can't deny his growing feelings for childhood friend, Cassie Strong. But with the threat from a lifelong enemy looming, Cody resolves to keep Cassie safe, even if it means sacrificing his own happiness.Troubled by Cody's aloofness, Cassie takes matters into her own hands, determined to win his heart. Unable to keep himself away from Cassie, Cody gives into his feelings, and the two become inseparable.Then, on one blistering summer day, Cody's fears come back to haunt him, but Cassie's the one to pay the price.

Book Morning Comes Softly

    Book Details:
  • Author : Debbie Macomber
  • Publisher : Harper Collins
  • Release : 2009-10-13
  • ISBN : 006176616X
  • Pages : 386 pages

Download or read book Morning Comes Softly written by Debbie Macomber and published by Harper Collins. This book was released on 2009-10-13 with total page 386 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Debbie Macomber is an international bestseller whose fans the world over have fallen in love with her inspirational and heartwarming love stories. In this classic tale of faith and trust, a shy librarian marries a Montana rancher--sight unseen! A shy Louisiana librarian, Mary Warner fears she'll always be alone—so she answers a personals ad from a rancher in Montana. Never before has she done anything so reckless, casting the only life she knows aside to travel to a strange place and marry a man she's never met. But something about this man calls to her—and she knows this may be her very last chance at happiness. Tragedy made Travis Thompson the guardian of three orphaned children—and determination leads him to do whatever it takes to keep the kids out of foster homes. When he decides to take a long shot on a personals ad, the results are surprising, and before he knows it, he has agreed to marry a mysterious Southern woman sight unseen. It could be the mistake of a lifetime. But Mary Warner may be exactly what this broken family needs. And with a little faith, a little trust, and a lot of love, two lonely hearts might just discover the true meaning of miracles.

Book Billionaire Cowboys Gone Wild  Cowboy Romance Boxed Set  1 3

Download or read book Billionaire Cowboys Gone Wild Cowboy Romance Boxed Set 1 3 written by Adriana French and published by Romance Books. This book was released on 2022-08-17 with total page 639 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Ultimate Cowboy Romance Box Set" ~THREE BOOK BOXED SET~ "Five on the heat meter!" (All the way up!) "If you love a western romance alpha male who knows what he wants, SAYS what he wants and goes after it, you will not be dissapointed!" Saddle up, Sugar. A new breed of cowboy-cavemen is here. Why be only dirty and filthy rich when you can be WILD too? Meet the Parker brothers in this irresistibly naughty BILLIONAIRE Cowboys Gone Wild Series of standalone reads. Expect humor, coarse language, graphic, steamy situations, and instalove romance galore! WILD FOR HER – Forbidden Love – Boss -Employee – One Night Stand - Forced Proximity (Blade Parker: Cattle Rancher Parker Brother Enterprises.) Even billionaires get lonely sometimes. That’s why when Blade’s private jet landed early, he decided to kill some time at the airport bar before going home to the ranch—It was just him and the whiskey last night, until she walked in. Lord have mercy, when she locked her big brown eyes on him, Blade made a beeline to her faster than a stallion chases a mare. No names. That was the deal. So how was he to know she was the new attorney his parents hired to settle a land dispute? She says they need to keep things strictly professional from here on out, but what he has in mind has nothing to do with business and everything to do with pleasure… WILD THING – Obsessed Cowboy – Nanny – Age Gap – Forced Proximity (Houston Parker: CFO Parker Brothers Enterprises.) Billionaire Cowboy Houston Parker needs a nanny, but wasn’t expecting to find someone so sweet and young—Someone who tempts him to cross a forbidden line. With every innocent stare, every swipe of the lips with her pink tongue, this wild thing tempts Houston to cross the line into forbidden territory. He knew Nicolette’s father; Nicolette knew his dead wife. He promised to watch over Nicolette, but not like this… How long can he hold back his desires with Nicolette living under his roof? WILD NIGHTS – Enemies to lovers – Marine – Chef – Forced Proximity – Reality Cooking Show. (Cash Parker: Executive Chef, Wild Cat Ridge Bar and Grill Chain of restaurants.) Finger lickin’ good. That’s the first thing that comes to mind when he thinks of Kitty Miller. He's been going to her family's diner for years. Imagine his surprise when he found out she entered the America’s Best Barbeque Reality Show too… After Cash left the Marines, he lost his identity, and cooking saved him. Now he wants to show the world it takes more than money to run a successful restaurant. He knows what he’s doing in the kitchen. But with Kitty competing against him in a cooking tent out in the middle of nowhere, how can he concentrate on recipes when she's the most delicious dish he’s ever seen? Now, the producers have them shacked up in the same bunkhouse. Oh, he still has an appetite to win, but the only prize he wants to claim is Miss Finger Lickin’ Good. Tropes: #enemiestoloversromance #agegapromance #alphahero #romanceboxedset #nannyromance #billionaireromance #cowboyromance #westernromance #militaryromance #westernromance #montanaromance #alpha #obsessedcowboy #OTT #forbiddenlove #singledad #widower #forcedproximity #instalove #smalltownromance #steamyromance

Book Queer Cowboys

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  • Author : C. Packard
  • Publisher : Springer
  • Release : 2016-04-30
  • ISBN : 1137078227
  • Pages : 151 pages

Download or read book Queer Cowboys written by C. Packard and published by Springer. This book was released on 2016-04-30 with total page 151 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Why do the earliest representations of cowboy-figures symbolizing the highest ideals of manhood in American culture exclude male-female desire while promoting homosocial and homoerotic bonds? Evidence from the best-known Western writers and artists of the post-Civil War period - Owen Wister, Mark Twain, Frederic Remington, George Catlin - as well as now-forgotten writers, illustrators, and photographers, suggest that in the period before the word 'homosexual' and its synonyms were invented, same-sex intimacy and erotic admiration were key aspects of a masculine code. These males-only clubs of journalists, cowboys, miners, Indian vaqueros defined themselves by excluding femininity and the cloying ills of domesticity, while embracing what Roosevelt called 'strenuous living' with other bachelors in the relative 'purity' of wilderness conditions. Queer Cowboys recovers this forgotten culture of exclusively masculine, sometimes erotic, and often intimate camaraderie in fiction, photographs, illustrations, song lyrics, historical ephemera, and theatrical performances.