Category: Modern Western Romance

Rescued by the Rancher by Barb Han

Posted May 25, 2023 by Marsha in 2023 New Release Challenge, Harlequin, Harlequin Intrigue, Modern Western Romance, Owned, Romantic Suspense, Series, Small Town Romance / 0 Comments

He’s on guard

…with a woman and her protective canine

When rancher Callum Hayes learns that Payton Reinert has returned to Cider Creek, Texas, to hide out from a killer, he opens his family home to her and her rescue dog.

Though reluctant to offer his heart—broken by betrayal—he can’t ignore his electrifying attraction to the vulnerable beauty and his desire to protect her.

Even if stopping the monstrous killer means risking his life…

Titles in The Cowboys of Cider Creek series include —  Rescued by the Rancher —♥— Riding Shotgun —♥— Trapped in Texas —♥— Texas Scandal —♥— Trouble in Texas —♥— Murder in Texas —♥—

This is an adult 18+ story that may contain language, possible violence, and/or sexual situations geared to an adult audience.

Trigger Warning: discussion of rape

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Winning Her Fortune by Heatherly Bell

Posted May 25, 2023 by Marsha in 2023 New Release Challenge, Contemporary Romance, Harlequin, Harlequin Continuity Line, Harlequin Special Edition, Modern Western Romance, Owned, Series, Series Multi-Author, Sexual Content, Small Town Romance / 0 Comments

Can an untamed cowboy make a proper father?

Cooper Fortune Maloney is the next best brother—and he knows it.

But when Alana Searle wins him in the Chatelaine, Texas, bachelor auction, he doesn’t mind being second choice.

The flirty ranch hand has a few tricks up his denim sleeve he’s sure will win her over.

The surprise is on Coop, however, when he learns what lovely Alana is hiding—and what she seeks!

Titles in The Fortunes of Texas: Hitting the Jackpot continuity series include —  A Fortune’s Windfall by Michelle Major —♥— Fortune’s Dream House by Nina Crespo —♥— Winning Her Fortune by Heatherly Bell —♥— Fortune’s Fatherhood Dare by Makenna Lee —♥— Fortune’s Runaway Bride by Allison Leigh —♥— Self-Made Fortune by Judy Duarte —♥—

This is an adult 18+ story that may contain language, possible violence, and/or sexual situations geared to an adult audience.

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Spring at Saddle Run by Delores Fossen

Posted May 19, 2023 by Marsha in Harlequin, HQN (Harlequin Digital), Modern Western Romance, Owned, Series, Sexual Content, Small Town Romance, TBR Pile Read / 0 Comments

The truth about a small-town scandal is about to unleash one wildly unexpected romance…

Millie Parkman Dayton is still healing from the fatal car accident that claimed her husband and turned her into the focus of local gossip. But when she’s thrown together with the attractive rancher who shares in her tragic past, new rumors begin to fly in Last Ride, Texas.

Single dad Joe McCann is focused on running his ranch and raising his daughter. He has no desire to help Millie unearth his late wife’s past, especially if it means revealing painful secrets.

Until his daughter teams up with Millie, and the widower cowboy finds himself agreeing to help them with their project—and opening the door to a deep attraction he thought he’d never find again.

Titles in the Last Ride, Texas series include — Spring at Saddle Run —♥— Christmas at Colts Creek  —♥— Summer at Stallion Ridge —♥— Mornings at Rivers End Ranch —♥— A Texas Kind of Cowboy —♥— Tempted at Thoroughbred Lake (novella) —♥— Twilight at Wild Springs —♥—

This is an adult 18+ story that may contain language, possible violence, and/or sexual situations geared to an adult audience.

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The Charismatic Cowboy by Macie St. James

Posted May 19, 2023 by Marsha in 2023 New Release Challenge, ARC, Booksprout, Connection or Spin-Off of Another Series, Little to None Sexual Content (kissing), Modern Western Romance, Series, Small Town Romance, Sweet Contemporary Romance / 0 Comments

He’s struggled to stand out, and so has she. Together they might have a plan to change that.

Chase Knott feels like he’s always proving himself. He’s worked hard to stand out from his siblings, but having a twin means he’s always seen as “the other one.” There’s only one place he feels at home—the town diner.

Lauryn Todd has her hands full as diner manager. Every morning, she opens the diner to Chase’s smiling face. Lately, she’s found herself looking forward to their interactions. Like him, she always feels like nobody really sees her. So when he comes up with an idea to give everyone something to talk about, she can’t resist.

Pretending to date is fun at first, but over time, Chase and Lauryn start to enjoy it a little too much. Once his family finds out they’ve been deceiving them, though, he’s sure he’ll be right back where he started. When their ruse takes a bad turn, their newfound feelings are tested beyond what most new relationships could survive.

Titles in the Cupid Ridge Cowboys series include — The Grumpy Cowboy —♥— The Cautious Cowboy —♥— The Charismatic Cowboy —♥— The Rugged Cowboy —♥—

Titles in the connecting Cupid Ridge Dude Ranch series include — The Maverick Cowboy —♥— The Brokenhearted Cowboy —♥— The Scorned Cowboy —♥— The Sullen Cowboy —♥—

This is an adult romance that does not contain graphic violence, swearing, or sexual situations beyond kisses.

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The Rancher’s Plus-One by Joanne Rock

Posted May 19, 2023 by Marsha in ARC, Booksprout, Contemporary Romance, Harlequin, Harlequin Desire, Modern Western Romance, Series, Sexual Content, Small Town Romance / 0 Comments

A searing one-night stand. A devastating betrayal. Years later, a rancher reunites with his ex to save his family business…and get her back in his bed. 

What did he do that she couldn’t forgive?

And how can he lure her back?

Rancher Levi Kingsley urgently needs Kendra Davies’s help. His family’s business is threatened by his father’s scandals, and Kendra is the best PR crisis manager around.

But Kendra has avoided him since their unforgettable night years ago. Now he’s forced to swallow his pride and hire her. 

Kendra believes Levi guilty of an unforgivable betrayal. But she can’t say no to this job.

She also can’t ignore their chemistry or the quickly mounting proof that Levi may be a good man after all… 

Titles in the Kingsland Ranch series include — Rodeo Rebel —♥— The Rancher’s Plus-One —♥— Alaskan Blackout —♥— Rancher Under the Mistletoe —♥—

This is an adult 18+ story that may contain language, possible violence, and/or sexual situations geared to an adult audience.

Booksprout ARC

Release date: May 23, 2023

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The Cautious Cowboy by Macie St. James

Posted April 28, 2023 by Marsha in 2023 New Release Challenge, Booksprout, Connection or Spin-Off of Another Series, Contemporary Romance, Little to None Sexual Content (kissing), Modern Western Romance, Series, Small Town Romance, Sweet Contemporary Romance / 0 Comments

For single father Elijah Knott, trust doesn’t come easy. But Zoey Trotter might just be the woman to make him love again.

Elijah Knott never planned on being a single dad. But when his wife left him without warning, he was left to raise his eight-year-old daughter on his own. Balancing the responsibilities of fatherhood and running a ranch is tough, especially when the job sends him on the road.

Zoey Trotter has never cared for the cowboys who dominate Cupid Ridge. Their egos seem too big for this town. But when Elijah offers her a job as a nanny to his adorable daughter, she can’t turn down the opportunity. It’s just temporary, after all.

For Elijah, dating isn’t an option. He’s vowed to devote his energy to fatherhood. But the more time he spends around Zoey, the harder it is to resist her. And she’s starting to believe maybe he’s not as opposed to marrying again as he thinks.

Titles in the Cupid Ridge Cowboys series include — The Grumpy Cowboy —♥— The Cautious Cowboy —♥— The Charismatic Cowboy —♥— The Rugged Cowboy —♥—

Titles in the connecting Cupid Ridge Dude Ranch series include — The Maverick Cowboy —♥— The Brokenhearted Cowboy —♥— The Scorned Cowboy —♥— The Sullen Cowboy —♥—

This is an adult romance that does not contain graphic violence, swearing, or sexual situations beyond kisses.

Booksprout ARC

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Lightning Strikes Twice by Elizabeth Hrib

Posted April 22, 2023 by Marsha in 2023 New Release Challenge, Contemporary Romance, Harlequin, Harlequin Special Edition, Modern Western Romance, NetGalley, Series, Sexual Content, Small Town Romance / 0 Comments

Warning: Stormy weather ahead…

He’s betting on friendship.

She’s banking on love.


Recently single, livestock vet Kate Cardiff is tired of risking her heart.

So when an emergency calls her home to her family’s struggling ranch, Kate is ready to help—and definitely not looking for love.

It’s dislike at first sight when she meets temporary ranch hand and storm-chasing photographer Nathan Prescott.

He says he can win her over, but Nathan lives in the moment, not for the future.

If Kate opens her heart to someone who lives on the edge, will taking the risk lead to another heartbreak…or a new beginning?

Titles in the Hatchet Lake series include — Lightning Strikes Twice —♥—

This is an adult 18+ story that may contain language, possible violence, and/or sexual situations geared to an adult audience.

NetGalley ARC

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The Billionaire Cowboy’s Proposition by Kris Bock

Posted April 20, 2023 by Marsha in 2023 New Release Challenge, ARC, Little to None Sexual Content (kissing), Modern Western Romance, Series, Small Town Romance, Sweet Contemporary Romance, Tule Publishing / 0 Comments

She’s ready to put on the performance of a lifetime.

Cody Tomlinson and Mallory Moore have struck sparks off of each other since high school theater, where she was sunny and talented while he was injured and angry. A decade later, Mallory is working to save Last Stand’s movie theater and convert it into a performance space for live theater and music. Thanks to his family’s lottery win, Cody has plenty of money to help. But Mallory’s the only woman in town who doesn’t want Cody’s charity.

It’s bad enough that Cody is sexy as sin with his tough, scarred cowboy looks. Now he’s rich, and Mallory refuses to be another woman fighting for his attention. She won’t accept a financial gift for her business, but she’s not above a fair trade. Mallory offers a deal: Cody can invest in the theater if he volunteers on the renovation. Meanwhile, she’ll play the part of his fiancée to ward off fortune hunters.

But Mallory immediately realizes her mistake. Cody’s always driven her crazy, and now they’re spending all their days—and nights—together.

Titles in The Accidental Billionaire Cowboys series include — The Billionaire Cowboy’s Christmas —♥— Charming the Billionaire Cowboy —♥— The Billionaire Cowboy’s Proposition —♥— A Baby for the Billionaire Cowboy —♥—

This is an adult romance that does not contain graphic violence, swearing, or sexual situations beyond kisses.

Tule Publishing ARC

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Charming the Billionaire Cowboy by Kris Bock

Posted April 20, 2023 by Marsha in ARC, Little to None Sexual Content (kissing), Modern Western Romance, Series, Small Town Romance, Sweet Contemporary Romance, Tule Publishing / 0 Comments

For the first time, his cowboy charms seem to backfire…

With his Texas ranching family’s lottery win, TC Tomlinson is finally able to build a ranch with alternative livestock. TC has a lot to prove, starting with his new ostrich herd, so when he catches a beauty scooping up an escaped baby bird, TC chases her down, assuming she wants to meet him for his money.

When Hallie Armstrong sees the injured baby ostrich, she jumps into professional mode. A former vet tech, she’s moved to Last Stand to work at her aunt’s wildlife rescue and heal from an attack. She’s skittish about the handsome cowboy, but when he starts to flirt, she decides two can play at this game—the rescue needs fundraising, and TC is an eligible bachelor.

As they brainstorm ideas for a bachelor auction and work to solve the mystery of local sheep attacks, TC finds himself falling for the feisty cowgirl. But when he learns she’s still in danger; his protective instincts threaten to drive Hallie away. Can TC convince Hallie she can have her independence and him too?

Titles in The Accidental Billionaire Cowboys series include — The Billionaire Cowboy’s Christmas —♥— Charming the Billionaire Cowboy —♥— The Billionaire Cowboy’s Proposition —♥— A Baby for the Billionaire Cowboy —♥—

This is an adult romance that does not contain graphic violence, swearing, or sexual situations beyond kisses.

Tule Publishing ARC

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The Billionaire Cowboy’s Christmas by Kris Bock

Posted April 20, 2023 by Marsha in Modern Western Romance, Series, Sexual Content, Small Town Romance, Tule Publishing / 0 Comments

He has everything this Christmas, but all he wants is the quiet ranch life he’s losing…

When Josh Tomlinson’s Texas ranching family wins a fortune in the lottery, the formerly tight-knit family is suddenly on edge. Seeking advice, Josh reluctantly contacts a family friend and now attorney, Carly Garza. His business is serious, yet he can’t believe Carly’s morphed from a long-legged colt of a girl to a sophisticated woman. Besides, he knows the intelligent Carly has no interest in a quiet, rugged cowboy like him.

Carly’s crushed on Josh for years, and she plans to ask him out now that she’s back in Last Stand. She’s hoping he’ll finally see her as someone other than his younger brother’s middle school girlfriend. But when Josh needs advice on how to handle his family’s lottery win, his client and billionaire statuses put him firmly out of reach. If only her heart could ignore the sparks that flare between them.

They’re already keeping the family’s lottery win a secret from the town. Can they also hide their budding romance during the most magical time of year?

Titles in The Accidental Billionaire Cowboys series include — The Billionaire Cowboy’s Christmas —♥— Charming the Billionaire Cowboy —♥— The Billionaire Cowboy’s Proposition —♥— A Baby for the Billionaire Cowboy —♥—

This is an adult romance that does not contain graphic violence, swearing, or sexual situations beyond kisses.

Tule Publishing ARC

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Lawman to the Core by Delores Fossen

Posted April 20, 2023 by Marsha in Harlequin, Harlequin Intrigue, Modern Western Romance, Owned, Romantic Suspense, Series, Sexual Content, Small Town Romance / 0 Comments

A Texas lawman will do anything to protect a woman and baby.

The woman who broke into ATF special agent Nick Brodie’s home and aimed a gun at him isn’t a stranger.

Neither is the baby with her.

Seven months ago, the lawman and former ATF agent Hallie Stanton rescued the newborn from a black market ring.

Now on the run, they must join forces to escape the abductor hot on their trail.

As their taboo attraction heats up, can Nick and Hallie keep the baby safe and stay one step ahead of a merciless killer?

Titles in The Law in Lubbock County series include — Sheriff in the Saddle —♥— Maverick Justice —♥— Lawman to the Core —♥— Spurred to Justice —♥—

This is an adult 18+ story that may contain language, possible violence, and/or sexual situations geared to an adult audience.

Owned

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One Hot Cowboy Wedding by Carolyn Brown

Posted April 13, 2023 by Marsha in ARC, Contemporary Romance, Modern Western Romance, NetGalley, Previously Published, Series, Sexual Content, Small Town Romance / 0 Comments

It was supposed to be a secret wedding…

Followed by a quiet divorce.

What happens in Vegas stays in Vegas, right?

That is, until it’s shown on national television, and then all hell breaks loose

Hunky cowboy Ace Riley wasn’t planning on settling down, but his family had other plans for him. The only way to save his hide, his ranch, and his playboy lifestyle is to discreetly marry his best friend, Jasmine King.

Fiesty city girl Jasmine was just helping out her friend…that is, until their first kiss stirs up a whole mess of paparazzi trouble, and suddenly discretion is thrown to the wind.

One hot cowboy, one riled-up woman…

And they’ll be married for a year, like it or not!

Titles in the Spikes & Spurs series include — Love Drunk Cowboy —♥— Red’s Hot Cowboy —♥— Darn Good Cowboy Christmas —♥— One Hot Cowboy Wedding —♥— Mistletoe Cowboy —♥— Just a Cowboy and His Baby —♥— Cowboy Seeks Bride —♥—

Previously Published

This is an adult 18+ story that may contain language, possible violence, and/or sexual situations geared to an adult audience.

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The Grumpy Cowboy by Macie St. James

Posted April 11, 2023 by Marsha in 2022 New Release Challenge, ARC, Booksprout, Closed Bedroom Doors, Connection or Spin-Off of Another Series, Contemporary Romance, Little to None Sexual Content (kissing), Modern Western Romance, Series, Series Connection, Small Town Romance, Sweet Contemporary Romance / 0 Comments

He’s fighting his own family to keep their ranch as it is. As his father’s assistant, she has to oppose him. But over time, she starts to see his side of things.

Phoenix Knott doesn’t like the changes happening all around him. He’s fiercely protective of his family, and he doesn’t trust the moves his father’s making. His family ranch needs the money a rival ranch owes them to save their own family business, and he’ll do what it takes to get it.

Mallorie Couch is not only Phoenix’s sister’s best friend, but she’s also his father’s assistant. And she and Phoenix have never gotten along. But if her boss’s business fails, she might be out of a job, and she’ll never find a gig like the one she has now. By helping Phoenix, she’s technically ensuring her job security.

The more time they spend together, though, the more she finds herself drawn to the grumpy cowboy. And he’s battling an attraction to her. They need to focus on the task at hand, but maybe, in each other, they’ve found the security they’re both seeking.

Titles in the Cupid Ridge Cowboys series include — The Grumpy Cowboy —♥— The Cautious Cowboy —♥— The Charismatic Cowboy —♥— The Rugged Cowboy —♥—

This is an adult romance that does not contain graphic violence, swearing, or sexual situations beyond kisses.

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A Rancher Worth Remembering by Anna Grace

Posted April 7, 2023 by Marsha in 2023 New Release Challenge, Harlequin, Harlequin Heartwarming, Little to None Sexual Content (kissing), Modern Western Romance, Owned, Series, Small Town Romance, Sweet Contemporary Romance, TBR Pile Read / 0 Comments

Could this unforgettable rancher…

Be her perfect match?

Matchmaker Clara Wallace keeps her anxiety in check by avoiding messy complications—including gorgeous and stubborn rancher Jet Broughman, her teenage crush.

That’s not so easy in small-town Oregon, especially when Clara starts matchmaking for Jet’s best friend.

Fully prepared to clash with a skeptical Jet, Clara is shocked at his kind, steady help with her work…

Could Clara be ready for a second chance match of her own?

Titles in the Love, Oregon series include — A Rancher Worth Remembering —♥— The Firefighter’s Rescue —♥— The Cowboy and the Coach (2023) —♥— Her Hometown Christmas (2023) —♥— Reunited with the Rancher (2024) —♥—

This is an adult romance that does not contain graphic violence, swearing, or sexual situations beyond kisses.

A TBR selection

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Montana Cowboy Bride by Jane Porter

Posted April 5, 2023 by Marsha in 2023 New Release Challenge, Author ARC, Closed Bedroom Doors, Contemporary Romance, Modern Western Romance, Series, Series Connection, Small Town Romance, Tule Publishing / 0 Comments

Briar Phillips was thrilled to finally find her half-brother, but it’s been far from smooth sailing. Single and pregnant—and hiding her pregnancy—Briar retreats to the Sundowner Ranch to figure out her next steps but isn’t greeted with open arms. Older brother Cade Hunt assigns her to the kitchen and warns every ranch hand to stay away from her. But Briar rebuffs his controlling ways and finds herself drawn to Jet Manning—rugged, tough, and ten years her senior.

Former Navy fighter pilot Jet Manning sacrificed everything to avenge his mother’s death. His reputation, his career, and any hope for a relationship. But when Briar reveals her secret, he’s compelled to help her even though Cade has made it clear that Briar is off-limits.

As Briar and Jet break down each other’s walls, Cade’s walls stay intact. The Sundowner Ranch might be the biggest in Wyoming, but it’s too small for all of them. One of them has to go…but at what cost?

Titles in the Wyatt Brothers of Montana series include — Montana Cowboy Romance —♥— Montana Cowboy Christmas —♥— Montana Cowboy Daddy —♥— Montana Cowboy Miracle —♥— Montana Cowboy Promise —♥— Montana Cowboy Bride —♥—

*While I’ve read and loved this entire series most of those reviews are on another website of mine, so I won’t be linking those titles until I move them all over to this blog, eventually. *

This is an adult 18+ story that may contain language, possible violence, and/or sexual situations geared to an adult audience.

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