Published: Nov. 01, 2011
Words: 56,977 (approximate)
Language: English
ISBN: 9781465919359

Short description

Fans of Nora Roberts, Bella Andre, Barbara Freethy, Robyn Carr and Marie Force will enjoy this sexy Texas romance, the first book in USAToday and Kindle bestselling author Jean Brashear's TEXAS HEROES series, rich with emotion, ripe with secrets, scandals and sexual tension.

Extended description

Fans of Nora Roberts, Bella Andre, Barbara Freethy, Robyn Carr and Marie Force will enjoy this sexy Texas romance, the first book in USAToday and Kindle bestselling author Jean Brashear's TEXAS HEROES series, rich with emotion, ripe with secrets, scandals and sexual tension.

"Jean Brashear's distinctive storytelling voice instantly draws in the reader. She writes with warmth and emotional truth. The depth of her understanding of human nature marks her as a writer to watch, a writer to read and a writer to enjoy."~#1 New York Times bestselling author Debbie Macomber

Up-and-coming chef Maddie Collins finds out that her father's life was a lie when she is bequeathed a family homeplace she never knew existed—by the husband of the only woman her father ever loved. Rugged horseman Boone Gallagher arrives back in Texas to discover that the father who drove him away has struck one last blow. The only place he's ever thought of as home now belongs to a woman who doesn't want it, and he mu.. (Read more) Fans of Nora Roberts, Bella Andre, Barbara Freethy, Robyn Carr and Marie Force will enjoy this sexy Texas romance, the first book in USAToday and Kindle bestselling author Jean Brashear's TEXAS HEROES series, rich with emotion, ripe with secrets, scandals and sexual tension.

"Jean Brashear's distinctive storytelling voice instantly draws in the reader. She writes with warmth and emotional truth. The depth of her understanding of human nature marks her as a writer to watch, a writer to read and a writer to enjoy."~#1 New York Times bestselling author Debbie Macomber

Up-and-coming chef Maddie Collins finds out that her father's life was a lie when she is bequeathed a family homeplace she never knew existed—by the husband of the only woman her father ever loved. Rugged horseman Boone Gallagher arrives back in Texas to discover that the father who drove him away has struck one last blow. The only place he's ever thought of as home now belongs to a woman who doesn't want it, and he must keep her there for thirty days—or it will be lost to them both.

"I really enjoyed this, er, literary foreplay. I knew that when these two finally made love, they wouldn't just be going through the motions—there were going to be some fireworks....Jean Brashear is a terrific discovery for me." ~The Romance Reader

"Gifting readers with another emotionally charged romance, Ms. Brashear has a fine knack for commingling full-bodied characters, a fast-moving storyline and just the right measure of passion." ~Romantic Times Bookclub magazine

"Jean Brashear has that "it" factor. She is an incredibly talented writer who can hit every note with enough clarity to bring the reader tears, laughter, or just, 'Oh, my, this is an amazing story.' " ~New York Times bestselling author Stella Cameron

The TEXAS HEROES series includes:

TEXAS SECRETS
TEXAS LONELY
TEXAS BAD BOY
TEXAS REFUGE
TEXAS STAR
TEXAS ROOTS

More praise for the TEXAS HEROES series:

"Marvelous talent for creating striking romantic stories by blending charismatic characters, compelling conflict and just the right touch of passion.” ~Romantic Times Bookclub magazine TOP PICK (4 ½ of 5 stars)
“Like fine wine and dark chocolate…uniquely plotted stories and characters so real they could live right next door.” ~Compuserve Romance Reviews
“Emotionally rich reunion book…ripe with secrets, scandals and sexual tension, it’s one book you’ll not want to put down.” ~America Online
” Jean Brashear can rip your heart out then make you laugh out loud, so be sure to have tissues handy.” ~Joyce Dixon, Amazon reader review (5 of 5 stars)
“Jean Brashear has written another great book. This 3rd story about the Gallagher siblings was a good one.” ~Snoopyfan, Amazon reader review (5 of 5 stars)
Crisp writing, richly drawn characters, strong plotting and fiery interludes show off Jean Brashear's top-notch romantic voice." ~Romantic Times Bookclub magazine (4 ½ of 5 stars)

"By the time I had finished the third page, I knew I was in the hands of a pro." ~The Romance Reader

"May all women have a lover as gifted as Mitch: he is a 6 star lover on a 5 star scale. YUMMY!" ~Compuserve Romance Reviews

"This is a story for all romantics. Ms. Brashear has done what she does best, and makes her readers fall in love with two more wonderful characters." ~AOL

"Jean Brashear is a writer of rare talent." ~Affaire de Coeur
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Review by: kathy powell on Dec. 31, 2012 :
liked it can't wait to read the rest of the books
(reviewed within a month of purchase)

Review by: RANIMAH ABDULLAH on June 16, 2012 : (no rating)
interesting and good story line.
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Review by: Elizabeth Rainbird on Jan. 17, 2012 : (no rating)
can't wait to read the other two books in this trilogy. jean brashear knows how to keep the readers interest

ELizabeth
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