Short and Sweet Book Reviews # 179 - Hunted by the Cyborg by Cara Bristol, A Cowboy's Kiss by Vicki Lewis Thompson

Hunted by the Cyborg by Cara Bristol
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is a mystery and an enigma all wrapped up in a great story. Carter Aymes wants to find and destroy Lamani, the alien terrorist mastermind. Lamani is just on the brink of realizing the final steps of a years long plot. Beth O’Shea is part of that plot. Both Carter and Beth are great characters. Beth is strong and working hard to make a life for herself. Carter is attracted but doubtful. There are plenty of twists and turns in the story. I had a hard time putting this down as the plot continued to unfold. A very nice addition to the series.

I received a free copy from the author in return for an honest review.


A Cowboy's Kiss by Vicki Lewis Thompson
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is a nice sweet story with likable characters. Both Luke Bennett and Abigail Summers have appeared in previous books as side characters. They get their story while sharing it with a very cute four legged heart stealer. Delilah steals the show and provides some of the tension in the story. Found on the side of the road both Luke and Abigail hope that they can keep her. The other cause of tension; Abigail's love of baking but dislike of paperwork. Will they keep Delilah and will Abigail keep her bakery open. Read to find out.

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Short and Sweet Book Reviews # 168 - If Ever I Should Love You by Cathy Maxwell, A Cowboy's Christmas by Vicki Lewis Thompson

If Ever I Should Love You by Cathy Maxwell
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Leonie Charnock and the Earl of Rochdale have a history. That history destroyed Rochdale's military career while leaving Leonie unable to trust any man. Getting them together should be impossible. I really liked the fact that Leonie seemed very strong even as she battled with THE EVENT in her past. I liked how Rochdale could dream and then work to make it a fact not just a dream. The story of the two followed a familiar path but seemed fresh and new. Maxwell treats a serious subject while telling a interesting story.


A Cowboy's Christmas by Vicki Lewis Thompson
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Hayley Bennett has her life in order but really does hate how her Mother keeps trying to fix her up every time she comes home for a visit. Badger Calhoun is just visiting his friend for Christmas. The two come up with a plan and of course it backfires. Badger is such a interesting character. He comes from wealth and does not need to work but is looking for a focus in his life. He is very contained and does not let many people in. Hayley is more open and shares her past, present and future while Badger does not. Makes for some tension as feeling develop between the two. A very good addition to the McGavin Brothers series.

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Short and Sweet Book Reviews # 167 - The Pines of Winder Ranch by RaeAnne Thane, A Cowboy's Courage by Vicki Lewis Thompson, Year One by Nora Roberts

The Pines of Winder Ranch: A Cold Creek Homecoming\A Cold Creek Reunion by RaeAnne Thayne
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I received a free copy of this book from Netgalley in return for an honest review. My copy only contained A Cold Creek Reunion. I though it was a nice story but I kept wondering why the two really broke up ten years ago. The reason seemed a little contrived. Other than that there were cute kids, a nice dog and two people who belonged together but were having trouble trusting because of the past. I did like that one of the kids was special needs and this showed how loving she was.


A Cowboy's Courage by Vicki Lewis Thompson
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Trevor McGavin and Olivia Shaw have a lot to overcome. Olivia is still loves her husband who died three years ago. She finds Trevor very attractive but does not see how she can love another. Trevor is the last McGavin to find his HEA. I loved how patient Trevor was giving Olivia space to decide if she could give in to her attraction. There was an event that helped Olivia see that she could love her late husband and love Trevor. I thought it was a nice way to open her eyes.


Year One by Nora Roberts
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

What happens when most of the people in the world die and some who live are changed. That is what Nora Roberts addresses in Year One. The book follows several different groups as the Doom changes the world. Each has to follow a different path but they do finally meet. Then after being invested in some very interesting characters something happens and the book follows only one character. There is a lot of foreshadowing in the story line. The world Roberts builds is pretty grim. While some people just want to build a new life others turn to evil. It was interesting enough that I want to see what happens in the next book. I got this as an audio book.

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