His little sister’s best friend…The moment Amanda Rodrigues placed her hand over his heart to break up a fight, rancher Liam Neisson knew he was in trouble. He may have watched Amanda grow up next door and run in and out of his house indulging in wild escapades with his sister, but at this year’s rodeo, he suddenly can no longer think of her as the dark-haired little orphan girl running wild. … She’s now a stubborn brown-eyed beauty who needs his help.Her best friend’s big brother…Sure she’s crushed on Liam all her life, but can she trust him? Barrel racer Amanda recently inherited her parents’ small dream ranch years ago, and has learned to run it with little help, but when a letter arrives from an attorney saying his client has a promissory note now due, Amanda knows even her will and hard work ethic won’t be enough. Liam’s family offers to help, but his offer to buy her prized stallion raises her suspicions. What if Amanda is risking more than her heart?
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‘Wrangling The Cowboy’s Heart‘, the second title in the ‘Rodeo Romeos‘ series is not only a delightful romance but a suspenseful tale as well with an unknown element causing chaos in Amanda’s life while bringing her closer to the man she’s always been attracted to… even if he was her best friend’s brother.
Liam and Amanda may have grown up on neighboring ranches and have Liam’s sister as a constant connection but recent events will have Liam looking at this woman he’s always known in a brand new light. Seems Amanda’s done some growing up and turning into quite a formidable barrel racer, rancher, and an amazing woman. Yet, someone is threatening her home, her legacy, and while Liam’s grandfather is willing to help it’s up to Amanda to decide if she wants that help. While she makes her decision there is a growing danger to her ranch as a suspicious fire starts that could have been disastrous, random damage is done to the ranch, and her much-loved horse is stolen.
I enjoyed the bantering between two people who have known each other for such a long time yet are seeing each other in a new light, for having a crush is one thing – falling in love is so much more with a happy future together at stake. The threats to Amanda’s home and property keep the story on the suspenseful side with a whole lot of romance as the mysteries are dealt with. I liked Amanda and Liam both individually and definitely together. You gotta love that “aha” moment when a guy realizes that the person who is just right for him has been right in front of him for most of their life. The secondary characters keep digging themselves deeper into my heart, and I cannot wait for the next adventure with the Neisson family to arrive. If you love a good romance, interesting characters, a bit of a mystery, and a love that can last forever when two people take a chance then you’ll want to pick up ‘Wrangling The Cowboy’s Heart‘ real soon… like right now.
*I received an e-ARC of this novel from Tule Publishing. That does not change what I think of this story. It is my choice to leave a review giving my personal opinion about this book.*
I received this arc from Tule Publishing in exchange for an honest review. This was my first book by Leah Vale and I found it easy to read and entertaining. I didn’t read the first book in the series and didn’t really need it, however it would have helped understand the back story.
Book 2 focuses on Amanda Rodrigues and Liam Neisson. Amanda is Liam’s sister’s best friend and lives in the neighboring ranch to his family. She was orphaned at an early age and runs the ranch with her uncle. In addition, she is a rodeo barrel racer and raises horses. She received a notice that someone unknown had a promissory note on her ranch and was calling it in. Amanda is unable to come up with the funds to pay back the loan. Liam is a rancher who works with his family on their ranch.
Amanda comes over to see Liam’s grandfather and asks for his helped in dealing with the promissory note. He offers to have Liam check over her ranch and if it meets their standards, he will pay off the loan and take over her ranch rather than a stranger doing it. He will let her live there and keep her animals.
After Amanda and Liam spend the day looking over her ranch, they notice some cigarettes in the dry grass and then after being alerted by the horses, they smell smoke. There is a mysterious fire burning along their fence line and gate. Liam and Amanda work to put out the fire and call his family to help. Liam’s family tells him to stay with her until they can catch who started the fire. While together they kiss and realize they each like the other but are afraid to pursue it. As the story continues, there is more mystery surrounding the fire and the loan being called. Also, her prized horse is stolen. Liam and Amanda continue to get closer and develop even stronger feelings.
I liked the storyline and the sweet romance between the two old friends. I liked the interactions of Liams family with him and Amanda. I give this five stars and recommend it. I hope too to go back and read book one as well.
I really enjoyed Amanda and Liam’s story in Wrangling the Cowboy’s Heart by Karen Vale, book two in her Rodeo Romeos series. Liam Neisson watched Amanda Rodrigues grow up next door as she was best friends with his younger sister. At this year’s rodeo, he recognizes that the wild orphan girl has become a stubborn beauty who just might need his help, and attention; especially with her new prized stallion. After recently inheriting her parents’ small ranch, which Amanda learned to run with the help of her uncle, a letter arrives from an attorney; representing a client who has a promissory note, now due. Knowing her determination and hard work ethnic won’t be enough and in need of financial help, Amanda asks Liam’s grandfather for help. He offers a couple of ideas and has Liam take charge, checking over the ranch. Working together on the ranch, Liam and Amanda discover they share more than an interest in horses; a sizzling electricity and magnetism that fuels off the chart chemistry. This just might be the start of a wonderful relationship, working together and loving each other.
Ms. Vale wrote a wonderfully sweet story that is definitely not to be missed. She provided a tale rich with sizzling chemistry, amusing banter, and endearing characters giving Amanda and Liam a chance at a future together. I highly recommend Wrangling the Cowboy’s Heart to other readers.
I voluntarily reviewed a complimentary copy of this book.
Amanda and Liam’s Tantalizing Attraction will keep you turning the pages in
this one which is Book 2 of Rodeo Romeo’s , just the name of the book Wrangling The Cowboy’s Heart made me want to read it and I was given an early copy of it in exchange for my review.
I enjoyed the book the characters Amanda and Liam and the tantalizing build of their attraction. I felt such empathy for Amanda and all the things going wrong for her and felt such joy when something finally goes right. I need to tack on an extra half star for sure.
I really enjoyed this quick read. The characters just worked if that makes sense. You have Liam who is a fighter but is dealing with pain after the loss of his mom but still whiling to fight for those he loves. You have Amanda who has spent her whole life dealing with loss and she’s her self is fighting the unknown but will stop at nothing to protect her families legacy. The way the author keeps you guessing especially with Uncle Red makes you wonder what is going to happen next. Can I just say how much I like Ian and want to know what happens with him. This book does have adult situation but over all was a quick and fun read so well worth it.
****I received this book from Tule for an honest review****
Amanda Rodrigues is a barrel racer and is a top-notch one at that. Living next door to the Nissen family her whole life she is now the maid of honor to her best friend’s wedding which just happens to be Liam Nissen’s sister whom she grew up with. After the last competition though she receives a letter stating that someone who she had never met or known about is now calling in full payment on a note that was taken out before her parents passed. Not wanting to act in a rush she goes to Liam’s granddad who has always helped her since her parents passed on.
At the same time, Liam has seen Amanda in a whole new light. Not as the girl that was around with his little sister, but now as a woman that is catching his eye more than once throughout the day. What he does not know is that she has had feelings for him for years and has always liked the way he has filled out a pair of wranglers.
After a fire on her ranch, he ends up spending more time with her, and together they are working side by side. First, she thinks it is because of his sister, then because of a horse that he wants to buy. Soon though she realizes it is more. Will they each be able to move forward with there feelings towards the other one or will they let fear hold them back. Will she be able to find the person who is holding her ranch and life hostage? All of these questions and more are and will be answered for you when you read this wonderful story. Follow us at http://www.1rad-readerreviews.com
Grit, determination and romance drive the story about saving a ranch, finding a stolen horse, and letting the heart take wings and fly.
I voluntarily read and reviewed an advanced copy of this book. All thoughts and opinions are my own.