If there was such a thing as an urban legend in Cotton Creek it was Grady Judd. He’d broken the heart of every woman he’d ever kissed and he’d kissed a plenty. Many tried to rope him, tie him down and drag him to the altar, but Grady wasn’t the marrying kind. In fact, no one was quite sure what kind of man Grady was. He showed up now and again, tended to his ranch and then would disappear just as … disappear just as fast and never utter a word as to where he’d been when he came home again.
He was a sexy temptation, rolled up in a fine male package, and was all too willing to deliver a night of pleasure. He was also completely unwilling to let anyone inside his impenetrable wall. It was all fun and games or nothing at all.
Until he showed back up in Cotton Creek this time to discover that he’s not the only heartbreaker in town, which leads to a whole new game and an entirely new question. Could Grady Judd finally have met his match?
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This was my first introduction to Cotton Creek, and I cannot wait to read the others. Grady Judd is a ladies man and it is well known in the town. I love characters with a haunting past that brings drama into their present. Grady and Charley both have pasts that must be dealt with. Each one has an issue they bring to the table, but that does not stop them from capturing the reader’s heart and not letting go until the end. I am looking forward to reading more by Ciana Stone.
J. Scott Bennett narrated Grady exactly as I imagined him to be. Mr. Bennett brought Grady to life and truly brought out his personality. Mr. Bennett has a great voice for a cowboy. He was easy to listen to and very enjoyable to hear. I look forward to hearing more from Mr. Bennett.
Great characters and a story that yanks at the heartstrings at times
This is my first Ciana Stone read and I have to say that I really loved Grady Judd. Charlie and Grady were amazing characters that immediately fell in love with. They were both very strong characters that could hold their own. I was very happy when they got together. I will say that these two fell in love rather quickly, but I really didn’t care. From the time they spent together, they had really great chemistry. But on top of that there was some really great suspense since Charlie works in law enforcement and her investigation is very dangerous. It made for some very good action. I liked the touch of the supernatural as well. This was a really good story that took me no time to finish.
I am blown away. I received another book in this series as a read and review. I loved it so much, that I purchased a copy. I then went and purchased the prior books in this series. I had tears in my eyes for several scenes. I loved the dual POVs, the emotional journey that these two characters went through before this story. It kept me glued to my ereader. I couldn’t put this one down. I just love Ms. Stone’s work.
Funny I read some other reviews after reading and I thought it was funny. One stars just because there is no steamy sex scenes. Really?!?!?! A fantastic romance book doesn’t need it. Sure as a reader, some may want more but really. Ms. Stone left it to the readers’ imagination to fill in. I highly recommend this story.
This book has it all. Military men, tragedy, love lost and won, heartbreak, and HEA. Charli was ex-delta and now deptuy sheriff of Cotton Creek. Grady is a Navy Seal and had his own heartbreak when he was much younger. So now he has another chance at love and it scares him to death. A fantastic story.
Excellent story. One of the things I love about this author is the fact that you can never judge the book just by its sexy cover, she provides depth to her characters that grips you & settles you right down into the plot and just when you think you got them pegged, she surprises you with more. Grady is the man, he’s like Hercules and Charli is like Xena (I used to love those shows & always wanted them to be a couple, lol). Ok, back on track….Instead of Grady & Charli being opposites, their lives have similarities which I makes think even more compatible. Both are risk takers and willing to go above and beyond to help & support others. Their story is well-rounded and flows well with nail biting action, emotional, hot, mystery & even a little paranormal. Loved it and couldn’t put it down!!!
I was provided a copy of this ebook by Candid Book Reviews in exchange for my honest review and I am thankful for the quality reading material they provide.
This story took my breath away. If ever there was a hero I’d like to meet, Grady Judd is the one! I was lured in by the end of the first few pages and this is a book you will end up reading at one sitting. And then dream of Grady when you finally put it down. What an adventure – and what a guy! A must-read for anyone who likes their men with that certain blend of strength and tenderness!
I loved the conversations Grady and Charli would have with each other. They were sarcastic, sultry, steamy, and sexy. You could feel the temperature in the room rise from all of their heat.
I liked the fact that Charli was strong, tough, and independent. But, when she met Grady, she was able to let her vulnerability show. Charlie was also the strength that allowed Grady to open up to love again.
There were a number of twists and turns that kept me on the edge of my seat. Grady and Charli both had past demons they needed to overcome. There was also a touch of magic?, spirituality? I’m not sure what to call it. I guess each reader can make that call.
I was fully engrossed in the story from beginning to end. It was also nice to briefly revisit Codi, Jax, and Hannah from the Honky Tonk Angels series.
I definitely recommend this book. You will not be bored!
I voluntarily read and reviewed this Advanced Reader Copy.
Grady Judd is the 1st book in the Heartbreakers and Heroes series by Ciana Stone but still takes place in Cotton Creek and has some back drop to the Honky Tonk Angels series.
Grady has broken many a woman’s heart in Cotton Creek but since he is only home for short periods of time no woman has taken his heart until he meets the new Sheriff’s Deputy Charli Sampson. They sparks start flying immediately but she is not sure she wants to let him in or just have some fun……Grady on the other hand wants her in his life and will do whatever it takes to make that happen.
Can these two find a way to a HEA??? Suspense, intrigue, lots of action and sexy all rolled into one awesome read! !