How Secrets Die by Marta Perry

Description

As Laurel Ridge embraces a stranger hungry for answers, a sinister truth is awakened 

A hard-hitting reporter, Kate Beaumont unearths the deepest lies and brings harsh truths to light. But the story that lures her to the gentle town of Laurel Ridge, Pennsylvania, is closer to her heart than anyone knows. The details of her half brother's sudden death have never made sense. She owes him justice, yet the one man who can help her is the stubborn sheriff she can't stand.

Protecting his town is Mac Whiting's top priority. Everything else—including pacifying a beautiful crusader on a mission best left resting in peace—is secondary. But as Kate's search embeds her in his world and attracts a skilled criminal, she needs Mac's protection. Drawn together by deadly secrets, they must find a way to trust each other before a killer silences them both.

• Mass Market Paperback: 384 pages
• Publisher: HQN Books (June 28, 2016)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 037378922X
• ISBN-13: 978-03737892

My review: How Secrets Die by Marta Perry

4 STARS

This is the third book in the Laurel Ridge series.  The suspense, mystery is pretty good. It kept me guessing most of the book.  Lots of drama, action and romance added in.  This book hardly mentions the Amish people that the first two books did.

 Kate Beaumont has come to Laurel Ridge, Pennsylvania, a year after her brother died.  She wants to find out what happened to him to turn him back to drugs.  Kate has lost her job and her step-father so has the time to get answers now.

Mac Whiting is the police chief.  He finds Kate on her way to town and wants to know what she is up to.  He wants to find out who is bringing drugs into his town.

With Kate bringing questions up about her brother stirs up trouble for her.  Someone does not like her asking questions.  Mac wants to keep a eye on her and help figure out what is going on.  Plus they have some chemistry  together.

I like Marta Perry' writing style. Her small town settings.  I will read more of her work in the future.

I was given this ebook to read from NetGalley and Harlequin.  In return I agreed to give a honest review of How Secrets Die.

Trusting the Cowboy by Carolyne Aarsen (Big Sky Cowboys)

Description

Falling for the Rancher 

When Lauren McCauley returns to the Circle M Ranch after her father's death, she's focused on selling the spread and getting a fresh start somewhere else. But she's unprepared for the jolt her heart feels when she meets Vic Moore. The handsome, broad-shouldered cowboy may have a legitimate claim to the Circle M, and he makes it clear he'd like to lasso Lauren, as well. Terrified of another heartbreak, Lauren vows to cash in and ship out. But the strong and steady rancher is not about to give up on his dreams of a home…and a family to go with it.

• Series: Big Sky Cowboys (Book 2)
• Mass Market Paperback: 288 pages
• Publisher: Love Inspired; Large Print edition (June 21, 2016)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0373819188
• ISBN-13: 978-0373819188

My review: Trusting the Cowboy by Carolyne Aarsen (Big Sky Cowboys)

4 STARS

Nice clean romance.  Good plot.

Lauren McCauley's has come home to her fathers ranch to stay for two months before she and her two sisters can sell the ranch.  Lauren already has a buyer for the property.  She plans to use her 1/3 of the money to buy into a accounting firm with a friend.

Vic Moore had a gentlemens agreement to lease the ranch land with option to buy it.  He plans to bring his brother into the business after he was injured and can't rodeo anymore.

Lauren is willing to sell to Vic if he can match her other sellers bid.  Lauren's two sisters are willing to let her decide.

Lauren has been burned by her ex-boyfriend, her late father and ex- boss and plans not to trust men in the future. 

Vic is willing to search the ranch for the papers while working the land during the day.  He is drawn to Lauren.

I really like Vic.  He is willing to help Lauren to even show the other buyer around the ranch.

I like reading Carolyne Aarsen's books.  

I was given this copy of Trusting the Cowboy to read for free from NetGalley and Harlequin.  In return I agree to give a honest review.

Ambush at Dry Gulch by Joanna Wayne (Big 'D' Dads: The Daltons)

Description

COWBOY TO THE CORE 

Jake Dalton believes in worthy causes—like opening his Texas ranch to inner-city kids for the summer. But there's a catch…that involves a woman. Dedicated do-gooder Carolina Lambert can hold her own against any man…Jake included. Except now someone with a nasty grudge who's been waiting for the perfect moment to strike has the beautiful widow in his sights.

R.J. Dalton's estranged son is the last man on earth Carolina wants to trust with her life. But the rugged single father has sworn to keep her safe. As passion ignites—and a killer closes in—Carolina and Jake may lose their chance at a love neither expected to find again.

• Series: Big 'D' Dads: The Daltons (Book 8)
• Mass Market Paperback: 256 pages
• Publisher: Harlequin (June 21, 2016)
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My review: Ambush at Dry Gulch by Joanna Wayne  (Big 'D' Dads: The Daltons) 

4 stars

I liked the story. I wanted more, sorry it was over.  The charity they were getting ready for sounds interesting. Lots of drama, characters interaction together.

Carolina Lambert is a rich Texas widow.  She is good friends with neighbor R.J. Dalton. Likes his whole family except Jake.

Carolina needs a different ranch for her training her volunteers.  It ended up at Jake's ranch.

Jake Dalton has agreed to donate his ranch for a week and did not realize Carolina was in charge.  Jake does not want to visit his dying father.  He thought Carolina was trying to get his father's ranch, but he was wrong.

Jake is a widower living with his teenage daughter and his mother.  He steps up to protect Carolina and her friend.

He is surprised at how attracted to Carolina he is.

The setting is Texas.

It deals a lot with abuse.

I was given this ebook to read in exchange for a honest review by NetGalley and Harlequin.

Royal Games The Royals of Monterra (The Royals of Monterra #3) by Sariah Wilson

Description

Genesis Kelley didn’t just get her heart broken. The aspiring veterinarian had it crushed in front of millions of viewers on the dating reality show Marry Me. Now, just as she’s getting her life and dignity back together, her royal heartbreaker, Prince Rafael of Monterra, has landed in Frog Hollow, Iowa. And he’s renting out her aunt’s guest cottage.

Deceiving TV audiences for his brother’s sake cost Rafe the girl of his dreams. But he’s going to fix it, even if it means moving from his mountain-kingdom home to small-town Iowa. A prince doesn’t give up on his rightful princess—especially once he realizes Genesis is in deeper danger than she knows.

Between fixing her truck, whisking her off to Monterra for a whirlwind date, and charming the entire town, Rafe is thawing the ice around Genesis’s heart. Will it be enough to earn back her trust, protect her from her past—and sweep her into a real-life fairy tale?

• File Size: 1786 KB
• Print Length: 316 pages
• Page Numbers Source ISBN: 1503950786
• Publisher: Montlake Romance (July 5, 2016)

My review: Royal Games The Royals of Monterra  (The Royals of Monterra #3) by Sariah Wilson

5 STARS

I could not wait to read Royal Games.  I even reread the first two books in the series again.  Still love this series. It is a clean romantic story.  Plenty of great fun characters,  some drama,  some royals ,  a hero many times over.

Genesis Kelley was hurt and betrayed when she went on a dating reality show.  She fell in love with Rafe who was pretending to be his brother Dante.  When it was revealed the worst way she thought it was all a joke on her.

Prince Rafael of Monterra and his twin brother Dante were on the dating show.  Only at the start everyone thought there was only one guy.  They had no idea he was a prince till toward the end.  Rafe has come to Iowa to try and win Genesis's heart back.

I have to admit Rafe impressed me.  The Princes of Monterra are keepers.

The setting is small town in Iowa and Monterra

I hope this won't be the last book of the series.  I know there are the Kindle world books of this series, because that was how I first heard about it.  I will be on the lookout for more books from Sariah Wilson

I was given this ARC to read for free by NetGalley and 

Montlake Romance  in exchange  fpr a honest review.

Riverbend Road by RaeAnne Thayne (Haven Point #4)

Description

Return to Haven Point, where New York Times bestselling author RaeAnne Thayne proves there's no sweeter place to fall in love… 

Protecting the streets of Haven Point isn't just a job for police officer Wyn Bailey, it's a family tradition. But lately she's found herself wanting more, especially from her boss—and overprotective brother's best friend—sexy chief of police, Cade Emmett. The only problem is getting Cade to view her as more than just a little sister.

Cade's hands-off approach with Wyn isn't from lack of attraction. But his complicated past has forced him to conceal his desire. When Wyn is harmed in the line of duty, Cade realizes the depth of his feelings, but can he let his guard down long enough to embrace the love he secretly craves?

• Series: Haven Point (Book 4)
• Mass Market Paperback: 384 pages
• Publisher: HQN Books (June 21, 2016)

My review: Riverbend Road by RaeAnne Thayne  (Haven Point #4)

4 STARS

Love the cover.  Good series.  I like what the women of Haven Point can do working together.

 Wyn Bailey is a police officer.  She is a strong women.  She cares about her town.  Wyn is smart. She has liked Cade for years.

Cade Emmett is the chief of police of Haven.  The Emmett's have a bad rep in Haven.  He is responsible.  His best friend growing up is Wyn's brother Marshall. He owes a lot to Wyn's family. 

Wyn risks her life to rescue two little boys in a barn fire.  Cade is mad at her and suspends her for one week.  After the fire they realize how much they are attracted to each other.  But they are afraid they won't be able to work together after the kiss.

Small town community. 

Some steamy kisses. Some mysteries, romance.

I love reading books by RaeAnne Thayne and look forward to reading more of her books.

I was given this ebook to read by NetGalley and Harlequin.  In return I agreed to give a honest review of Riverbend Road.

A Royal Engagement : The Young Royals book 1 by Emma Lea

Despite being the second child of the King and Queen of Merveille, Alyssabeth thought that if she kept a low profile she could stay out of the media’s glaring spotlight and live a relatively normal life. That was until her father, the King, and her brother, the Crown Prince, are both killed in a hunting accident. 
Her dream of joining the UN is no more and instead she needs to return to the small European country of her birth to pick up where her father and brother left off. Her Harvard degree in International Relations is forfeit and in it’s place she must become Queen, that is if the misogynistic Parliament can see past their prejudices. 
Not much has changed in the small country in her four year absence, but there are two noticeable differences. Her brother’s two best friends Will Darkly and Jordan Wicks have grown up into two very intriguing men. Jordan practically sweeps her off her feet from the moment she steps off the plane, but Will’s more reserved, darkly intense interest in her gives her tingles. 
Alyssa isn’t sure she is cut out to be Queen, but she knows that she wants to do her father and brother proud, so she is willing to give it her best shot, even if it means going toe to toe with Parliament. And then there is the small matter of her needing to be married in order to fulfil her birthright and take her place as the Head of State. 

• File Size: 2385 KB
• Print Length: 247 pages
• Simultaneous Device Usage: Unlimited
• Publication Date: June  iuuuuugtr81, 2016

My review: A Royal Engagement : The Young Royals book 1 by Emma Lea

4 STARS

A Royal Engagement is a nice clean romantic fast read,  Had drama, intrigue at the palace, danger, and romance.

It opens right to the drama. Alyssabeth was sitting in a class at Harvard,  when her security went in high alert and got her out of class and on private airplane.  She had no idea what happening till she heard Aurora on Phoenix one.

Her father the King and her brother the Crown Prince were dead on a hunting trip.  It might have been murder.  She was no longer the spare who was living quietly a college student.  She was now the Crown Princess soon to be Queen of Merveille.

She was met by the good looking Jordan Wicks her brother's good friend from childhood.  He was now home and stationed at the Palace.
Her brother's other good friend was Will Darkly  He grew up handsome too.  Alyssabeth got tingles from him.

Everything has changed for Alyss.  She has to get advisers, lady's waiting.  She is sent to meetings for both the Queen and King roles.  Her country had never had a Queen before.

This is the first book by Emma Lea that I have read it was worth the price and I will look for more books from her.

Tea Cups and Carnage by Lynn Cahoon (A Tourist Trap Mystery #7)

The quaint coastal town of South Cove, California, is all abuzz about the opening of a new specialty shop, Tea Hee. But as Coffee, Books, and More owner Jill Gardner is about to find out, there's nothing cozy about murder . . .

Shop owner Kathi Corbin says she came to South Cove to get away from her estranged family. But is she telling the truth? And did a sinister someone from her past follow her to South Cove? When a woman claiming to be Kathi's sister starts making waves and a dead body is found in a local motel, Jill must step in to clear Kathi's name--without getting herself in hot water. 

• Paperback: 192 pages
• Publisher: Lyrical Underground (June 7, 2016)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1601836325
• ISBN-13: 978-1601836328

Includes an excerpt from A STORY TO KILL, Lynn Cahoon's BRAND NEW series

Praise for The Tourist Trap Mysteries

"Murder, dirty politics, pirate lore, and a hot police detective: Guidebook to Murder has it all! A cozy lover's dream come true." --Susan McBride, author of The Debutante Dropout Mysteries

"Lynn Cahoon has created an absorbing, good fun mystery in Mission to Murder." --Fresh Fiction

My review: Tea Cups and Carnage by Lynn Cahoon (A Tourist Trap Mystery #7)

4 stars

I like this series of cozy mysteries.  This is the seventh book in the series but you can read it solo if you want.  I think I have missed a book in the series.  I like the characters, the setting and the mystery.  It is also a clean cozy mystery.

 Jill Gardner is the main character.  She owns Coffee, books and More.  She is involved in the city business group.  Her boyfriend is the police detective.

Kathi Corbin has moved to town she is opening a tea shop.  She will sell tea sets, teas.  She is from Texas.  Her family has shown up in town too.  She is not happy about it.

Jill is curious about the Corbin family and can't stop digging for information about them.  Where Kathi came from.

This is more than a murder mystery.  You get involved with the characters,  and see there daily life.  You know all of Jill's co-workers and a little about there lives.  You know the different shop owners.  It is a nice fast book.

South Cove, CA is a tourist town right by the ocean.

I will read more books by Lynn Cahoon in the future.  In fact you can get a look at her new series in the back of the book.

I was given a ARC to read for free from NetGalley and Kensington  Books and in return I agreed to give a honest review of Tea Cups and Carnage.

Into Dust by B.J. Daniels (The Montana Hamiltons #5)

Description

The Montana Hamiltons by New York Times bestselling author B.J. Daniels 

He's meant to protect her, but what is this cowboy keeping from her about the danger she's facing? 

As the daughter of a presidential candidate, Cassidy Hamilton left the Montana family ranch to escape notoriety and live her own life. But when someone tries to abduct her off a Houston sidewalk, Cassidy finds protection in the tall, dark and sexy form of cowboy Jack Durand. The gorgeous Texan doesn't recognize her, wants nothing from her and is determined to keep her safe.

Jack hates keeping secrets from the beautiful Cassidy, but he knows more about her kidnapping attempt than he's admitting. Forced on the run, Jack and Cassidy begin piecing together a jagged family puzzle, exposing a plot years in the making—one that will either tear them apart or bring them closer together than ever.

• Series: The Montana Hamiltons
• Mass Market Paperback: 368 pages
• Publisher: HQN Books (July 26, 2016)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0373789246
• ISBN-13: 978-0373789245

My review: Into Dust by B.J. Daniels  (The Montana Hamiltons #5)

4 STARS

Has some good twists I did not see coming.  This is one series that is better to read in order.  It has a bunch of story lines that it continues in each book and always had at least one new one. 

This opens right into the mystery Jack Durand sees his father pay a good at his mom's grave.  Jack follows the goon and interrupts him trying to kidnap Cassidy Hamilton.

Cassidy Hamilton is the youngest daughter of Buck Hamilton who is running for President.  He just won the primary.  Cassidy is a twin.  She is in Houston staying with a friend no one else knows she is there.

Jack keeps secrets from Cassidy till he finds out for sure his father his behind the attempted kidnapping.

Cassidy mother Sarah is getting some of her memories back.  She had disappeared for most of Cassidy's life.  She had her memories wiped. She is being blackmailed to make sure Buck stays in the race or Cassidy will be killed.

The Prophecy group is behind  a lot.  They have had sleeping agents with along plan that deals with the Presidency.  Sarah  is part of there plan.  She wanted out that is why they took her memory for 22 years and why they now brought her back.  They have killed and are not afraid to kill again.  

If you have been reading this series at all you will want to read this book.  Has more answers to some of the questions,

Has a great tease to what the next book tells us and makes me want to read it right now if I had it.

The setting goes between Houston, Texas and Montana.  to the Hamilton ranch.

A couple of love scenes but easy to skip if you want to.

I was given this Arc from NetGalley and Harlequin to read for free and in exchange I agree to give a honest read of Into Dust.

Sweet Surprises by Shirlee McCoy (Home Sweet Home #2)

Description

In Benevolence, Washington, the Lamont family's delectable handmade chocolates are a precious tradition--and always a reason to return home. And for the most rebellious of the three Lamont sisters, they provide a chance to create a tempting new future, complete with delicious happiness…

Neighbors always ready to help, a laid-back pace--former model Brenna Lamont needs everything that once made her leave her hometown. To help her pregnant sister Addie, Brenna is back to run the family store, Chocolate Haven, and figure out how to start over. But she just can't make the one-of-a-kind Lamont fudge…or make herself really fit in. And with handsome restaurateur River Maynard causing her troubles to boil over big time, can Brenna risk going after what she really wants?

River already has his hands full helping his ailing foster mother save her ranch for troubled children. He's got no time for anything but reality and hard choices. But somehow, a daily dose of Lamont chocolates is helping his mom feel better. And Brenna's kindness and warmth is making him hungry for an unexpected new dream only she and Benevolence's magical sweetness can make come true . . .

Series: A Home Sweet Home Novel (Book 2)

Mass Market Paperback: 352 pages

Publisher: Zebra (July 26, 2016)

Language: English

ISBN-10: 1420139290

ISBN-13: 978-1420139297

Praise for Shirlee McCoy's Apple Valley Novels

"A delicious treat. Don't miss a visit to Apple Valley!" --Emily March, New York Times bestselling author

"Sweet as pie." --Publishers Weekly

"A wonderful, warmhearted story." --RT Book Reviews


My review: Sweet Surprises by Shirlee McCoy (Home Sweet Home #2)

5 STARS

I want fudge now!  Even the mistakes Brenna keeps throwing out sound good.  Brenna Lamont has come back home after her life fell apart to help her grandfather is his candy shop.  Brenna spends a lot of time trying to make the family top secret fudge and other candies.  This Sweet Surprises is a yummy book.

It is very touching.  Lots of drama, interesting characters that I want to see more of,  a little mystery and lots of chocolate. Oh lets not forget the humor or the romance.  It is also a clean read.

River Maynard is back in Benevolence, Washington,  A place he did not want to be.  The foster mother he lived in had a stroke,  Her ranch and home has a worn look.  His foster mother has a bunch of free loaders living with her too.  He is determined to make things better for her.

I am very interested to what will happen to some of the characters in the next book.  It does a great job of teasing you to want more.

I love the small town of Benevolence.  I want more than just one more book set in it.

I like ShirleeMcCoy's writing style.  I will read more books by her in the future.

I was given this Arc from NetGalley and Kensington Books.  I promised to give a honest review of Sweet Surprises in return.

A Beau for Katie by Emma Miller (The Amish Matchmaker)

Description

The Housekeeper's Surprise Match

Agreeing to work for two weeks as a housekeeper to help a family in need seems like a good idea to Katie Byler. But when Katie sees the handsome, young—and single—Freeman Kemp for the first time, she wonders what she's gotten herself into. Freeman may be considered a catch, but the stubborn young man is driving strong-willed Katie to distraction. When the two of them decide to play matchmaker for Freeman's elderly uncle, though, their feud takes a different turn. The spark between them is strong, but can Katie and Freeman reach common ground to find their happily-ever-after?

• Series: The Amish Matchmaker
• Mass Market Paperback: 288 pages
• Publisher: Love Inspired; Large Print edition (July 19, 2016)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0373819242
• ISBN-13: 978-0373819249

My review:  A Beau for Katie by Emma Miller (The Amish Matchmaker)

4 STARS

I liked Katie Byler she is a strong willed, hard worker and all around nice person.  She is not afraid to speak her mind when she believes she knows best.

Freeman Kemp always believes he knows what is best and doesn't like to be told different especially by a female.  He is a hard worker.  He runs the family stone ground mill since he was 21 when his parents died.  He takes care of his blind Uncle and his grandma.  

Freeman had a bad accident and broke his leg.  His uncle hired the Matchmaker to find someone to clean there house and cook while he is laid up.  He does not want help especially from Katie.

This is a charming clean read.  Lots of drama between Katie and Freeman when both think there way is right. Lots of Amish way of life.  I also like the secondary characters.

I would love to read more books by Emma Miller especially the Amish Matchmaker series.

I was given this ebook to read by NetGalley and Harlequin.  In return I agreed to give a honest review of A Beau for Katie.

Candidate for Murder (A Mac Faraday Mystery Book 12) by Lauren Carr

It’s election time in Spencer, Maryland, and the race for mayor is not a pretty one. In recent years, the small resort town has become divided between the local year-round residents who have enjoyed their rural way of life and the city dwellers moving into their mansions, taking over the town council, and proceeding to turn Deep Creek Lake into a closed gate community—complete with a host of regulations for everything from speed limits to clothes lines. 
When the political parties force-feed two unsavory mayoral nominees on the town residents, Police Chief David O’Callaghan decides to make a statement—by nominating Gnarly, Mac Faraday’s German shepherd, to run as mayor of Spencer! 
What starts out as a joke turns into a disaster when overnight Gnarly becomes the front runner—at which point his political enemies take a page straight out of Politics 101. What do you do when you’re behind in a race? Dig up dirt on the front runner, of course. 
Seemingly, someone is not content to rest with simply embarrassing the front runner by publicizing his dishonorable discharge from the United States Army, but to throw in a murder for good measure. 
With murder on the ballot, Mac Faraday and the gang—including old friends from past cases—dive in to clear Gnarly’s name, catch a killer, and save Spencer! 

• File Size: 2176 KB
• Publisher: Acorn Book Services (June 16, 2016)

My review: Candidate for Murder (A Mac Faraday Mystery Book 12) by Lauren Carr

5 STARS

This is funny, full of true feelings people feel about politics at times.  I am convinced I would vote for Gnarly.

We learn about Gnarly's past and why he was discharged without honor from Army.  Fans of Mac Faraday will love it.  You can read as stand alone but much better to have read other books first.

Police Chief David O'Callaghan is fed up with both candidates for his small town Mayor.  He is dog sitting Gnarly and to make a statement he registers him as a independent candidate. Gnarly is smarter and more honor than anyone running.  Things take off right away because others are fed up too.

Lies come out about Gnarly and his past. Jessicas and Murphy get involved with Gnarly to find out the truth.

I want a less dangerous Nigel for myself.

One of the candidates starts to have things happen around them.  They don't trust David to be fair.

Mac Faraday is back with all his regular characters and some new ones too.  Mac on the day he lost everything in his divorce inherited $270 million dollar estate from his birth mother and property in Deep Creek Lake.  Mac was a homicide detective in DC.  Now he helps solve homicides as a hobby for his half-brother David small police force.

Gnarly is a German Shepherd that Mac inherited too.  Gnarly is smart and was trained by U.S. Army.  He is also a thief. 

I love to read books by Lauren Carr.  They have mystery, drama, and humor.  I look forward to reading more of them in the future.  This is also a clean read.  Some violence dealing with murders, terrorists ect.

I was given this ebook to read for free by Lauren Carr.  This is my honest opinion.

Pony Express Hero by Rhonda Gibson (Saddles and Spurs)

Description

Bound by a Child 

Pony Express rider Jacob Young is a man of action, which is why when he sees a little girl caught in the middle of a stampede, he races to her rescue. And he soon discovers the child is the half sister he hadn't known he had. The more time Jacob spends with adorable Daisy and her beautiful guardian, ranch owner Lilly Johnson, the more he realizes they're filling all the lonely corners of his heart.

Wary Lilly can't deny the cherished feelings that overcome her when Jacob vows to protect her and Daisy from any harm. And she can't help but hope that maybe they can put their past hurts aside and forge a future together as a full-fledged family.

• Print Length: 288 pages
• Publisher: Love Inspired Historicals (June 1, 2016)
• Publication Date: June 1, 2016

My review: Pony Express Hero by Rhonda Gibson (Saddles and Spurs)

4 STARS

I liked the plot of Pony Express Hero.  It was cute, tender, historical, had drama, mystery, action, with characters that I admired and would like to see more of.  It was also a clean read.

Jacob Young is a character from another book.  He has come to look for his mother and ask her why she left him in a orphanage when he was 10 years old.  He still works for Pony Express but he will be out of a different ranch.

Lilly Johnson and her little sister Daisy own a ranch. Lilly has been taking care of her sister since she was born and running the ranch.  She is only 20.  Daisy is 4.

Jacob as he is getting close to his new home hears a child screaming.  She is being chased by a herd of cows.  Jacob rushes to rescue her before she gets hurt.  Someone had taken Daisy and put her in danger while she was sleeping.

Jacob offers to help Lilly watch out for Daisy and protect her.  He soon finds out that Daisy is his half -sister.

Jacob does not trust women. While Lilly thinks men only want to marry her for the ranch.  

The descriptions made it easy to picture life on the ranch.

I would read more stories by Rhonda Gibson in the future.  I have liked the stories that I have read by her.

I was given this ebook to read by Harlequin and NetGalley.  In return I agreed to give a honest review of Pony Express Hero.