(I received an ARC from NetGalley in exchange for an honest review).
BIG SKY COUNTRY
(Parable, Montana: Book One)Written by Linda Lael Miller
genre: contemporary romance, western
3 STARS
Slade Barlow has never received any recognition from his biological father, John Carmody all his life so imagine his surprise when he leaves half his estate to him. The other half is willed to his half brother, Hutch, who was Carmody's legitimate son. Hutch wants to buy Slade's half of the ranch and Slade wants to be a rancher when his time as Sheriff is over. Slade cannot let go of his hurt and chooses to leave Hutch hanging.
Joslyn Kirk returns to town years after her stepfather scammed the townspeople out of their hard-earned money. She is living in her old house that was bought by her best friend, Kendra and looking for away to make peace with the town of Parable. Joslyn and Slade are starting to get feelings for one another but neither will make the first move as they have been hurt before. Throw in a 16 year-old stepdaughter and Opal who worked for Joslyn's family and watch the couple try and stay apart.
This is a simple small town cowboy romance romance but quite enjoyable. If you are looking for a predictable story with hot ranchers this is what you need! I can't wait for Hutch and Kendra's story next.
BIG SKY MOUNTAIN
(Parable, Montana: Book Two)
Written by Linda Lael Miller
genre: contemporary romance, western
Hutch Carmody has half of Whisper Creek Ranch and come to terms with his illegitimate half brother, Slade. His life is going well except he does not have a woman in his life, more specifically Kendra Shepherd. Kendra has returned to Parable with 4 year-old, Madison whom she has recently adopted. She realizes she has everything she ever wanted - a loving child, great friends, a good job, a giving town and even a pet dog - except a man and father for Madison. Every time that Madison asks for a father and cuddles up to Hutch Kendra is torn between her past love for Hutch and what is right for her little family. Can both Hutch and Kendra put their past aside and look to the future together?
I am really liking this new contemporary romance series by Miller. If you like to know what happens to characters after happily ever after you will enjoy this series. Kendra and Hutch are introduced in book one along with many other characters. I like that she gives snippets of characters so that when they get their own book their story is not completely new. It is like Virgin River (by Robyn Carr) in many senses.
love,
kris
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