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  • Published: 9 November 2021
  • ISBN: 9781496725424
  • Imprint: Kensington
  • Format: Paperback
  • Pages: 336
  • RRP: $17.99

A Thorn in the Saddle




An Entertainment Weekly Best Romance of Fall
 
Set on a Black-owned luxury dude ranch with a fairy tale twist, the third Cowboys of California romance from award-winning author Rebekah Weatherspoon captivates with a modern take on Beauty and the Beast, as a brawny rancher and a brainy beauty find themselves in a beast of a predicament…
 
Ranch owner Jesse Pleasant always felt too big for his desert town—literally—and too brutish to fit in with his charming, cowboy brothers. After his temper gets the best of him one time too many, he’s ready to accept the truth: he’s cursed to be alone. But when the Senate selection committee comes looking for a man of his public standing, he knows this might be his chance to prove to his family and friends that he can keep his cool, all while giving back to his community. There’s only one problem. While Jesse definitely has a mind for business, his people skills are more than lacking.
 
Former tech consultant Lily-Grace Leroux has had it up to her hat with hot-tempered men who think they know what’s best, especially a big headed rancher set on keeping her widowed father from dating his grandmother. But after Lily-Grace learns of Jesse’s softer side during a painfully awkward showing at a community date auction, one thing becomes clear; while Jesse Pleasant is not ready to run for public office, he might be ready for love. Against her better judgement and despite their rocky start, Lily-Grace warms to the sparks flying between them. She never dreamed they would build their own connection, one destined for its own happily ever after . . .
 
Praise for Cowboys of California

“A gorgeous country setting, engaging multicultural characters, and sweet but passionate love scenes makes this a charming start.”
—Booklist STARRED REVIEW for A Cowboy to Remember

“This steamy fairy tale shines by serving realistic conflict alongside swoon-worthy romance.” —Publishers Weekly STARRED REVIEW for If the Boot Fits
 

  • Published: 9 November 2021
  • ISBN: 9781496725424
  • Imprint: Kensington
  • Format: Paperback
  • Pages: 336
  • RRP: $17.99

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Praise for A Thorn in the Saddle

Praise for The Cowboys of California Series
 
“One serendipitous night transforms an aspiring screenwriter’s life in this wonderfully inventive, Cinderella-inspired romance, the second in Weatherspoon’s Cowboys of California series ...Uniting a heart-stopping hero and a plus-size heroine who knows her own worth, this steamy fairy tale shines by serving realistic conflict alongside swoon-worthy romance.” Publishers Weekly
Starred Review for If the Boot Fits

“One of romance’s brightest stars, Rebekah Weatherspoon is known for her sweet and steamy stories. With If the Boot Fits, she  burnishes that reputation further, delivering a thoroughly modern Cinderella story about an aspiring screenwriter hesitantly falling for a sexy, celebrity, cinnamon-roll-sweet hero with swagger.” – Bookpage, Starred Review for If the Boot Fits

“Although her vindictive boss has damaged her confidence and belief in herself, Amanda is surrounded by supportive friends and a steady, sexy, and respectful love interest in Sam. The sexual tension and flirty banter between the two will have readers rooting them on and anticipating Dru’s comeuppance. Another winner from rising star Weatherspoon.” Library Journal, Starred Review for If the Boot Fits
 
“With the fun, sexy launch of the promising Cowboys of California series, Weatherspoon delivers a second chance at love story
with depth and authenticity…A refreshing entry into the cowboy romance genre. This fabulous love story will delight readers.”
Publishers Weekly, Starred Review for A Cowboy to Remember
 
“A gorgeous country setting, engaging multicultural characters, and sweet but passionate love scenes makes this a charming
start to Weatherspoon’s Cowboys of California series, which will delight readers who enjoy contemporary Western romance.” 
Booklist, Starred Review for A Cowboy to Remember
 
“NYC glamour meets Southern California dude ranch…a pleasurable ride to happily ever after.”BookPage, Starred Review for A Cowboy to Remember
 
“Readers who enjoy the soap opera–like drama of an amnesia story will immediately be intrigued by Weatherspoon’s new series
launch. The emotionally satisfying tale of forgiveness and reconciliation gives Evie’s story broad appeal.” Library Journal on A
Cowboy to Remember
 
“Weatherspoon’s heart-melting follow-up to A Cowboy to Remember is a perfect fit for fans of contemporary romance authors Jasmine Guillory and Alexa Martin.” Booklist on If the Boot Fits
 
“The only thing I love more than a good Western/rancher/cowboy romance is one that features a second chance love story
between a former rodeo champ and his childhood best friend. Who is now a celebrity chef. With amnesia. I can only imagine what
the wildly and widely talented Rebekah Weatherspoon will do with all of these delightful pieces, and Weatherspoon’s particular
brand of relatable love story—the type that features adults who behave like actual adults—may be exactly what we need in 2020.”
—Bookriot, Most Anticipated Romances of 2020 for A Cowboy to Remember,
 
“An amnesia plot done right and a fantastic heroine mark a strong series debut.” Kirkus Reviews on A Cowboy to Remember,
 
“Rebekah Weatherspoon can seemingly write everything: Erotica, contemporary, paranormal—she does it all! Now she's getting
into the Western world with A Cowboy To Remember, the first in the Cowboys of California series.” —A Love So True, Most
Anticipated Romances of 2020 for A Cowboy to Remember,
 
I love cowboys (and cowgirls) and Rebekah Weatherspoon’s writing so this is an automatic must read.” —Smart Bitches,Trashy
Books on A Cowboy to Remember,
 
"A swoon-worthy, modern spin on Cinderella." Woman's World on If the Boot Fits
 






 

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