A grumpy alien cowboy, a pregnant human woman, and the power of finding family in the most unexpected of places…When I lose my home and my horse all in the same afternoon, I’m forced to take painful stock of my situation. I’m twenty-three years old. Single. And pregnant. I’ve always been the glass-half-full sort of gal, but things are looking truly dire as I stare down my rapidly approaching due date.
That’s when I hear about Zabria Prinar One. A ranching outpost planet where a bunch of lonely alien cowboys are waiting for brides. I grew up on a ranch – surely I have enough to offer that one of them will want me. Even if my own family doesn’t.
So I book a shuttle and go.
But my pilot abandons me in a random field, leaving me to face down the intimidating elements alone. Including one very angry alien bull about to charge. Just before I get gored, a powerful rider with white eyes comes thundering out of the darkness to save me.
His name is Zohro. He’s beautiful and pink – the colour of all my favourite things. He is also possibly the grumpiest and most impatient male I have ever met.
But I don’t care. There’s a protective streak in him that makes me feel so safe, no matter how fierce his frowns are. Within moments of meeting him, I know that he’s the one I want to marry.
I just have to tell him that I’m pregnant with another man’s child first…
Idk, but this book felt too fast and too slow at the same time. It was fast in the sense that there was mutual attraction from the outset, but it was also slow because these two didn't communicate at all. Sure, they talk about trivial things, but when it comes to important matters, both of them are too afraid to do it. So instead they'll just have their assumptions (mostly wrong or misinterpreted) about the other and will go on with their lives thinking that way. Ngl, it was frustrating. I think this book is by far my least favorite in the series.
Also, this is totally just me. I don’t mind pregnancy in books, but I really prefer it as an afterthought, like maybe in the epilogue or something like that. Sometimes I do read about surprise pregnancies. But in this case, I'm just really uninterested in that situation. I wasn't a fan of it or how, for most of the book, the story revolves around Jolene's situation. The way I see it, I feel like the romance was more of a secondary aspect in the story.
And Zohro was far too grumpy for my liking. I'm sure other readers love that kind of character; he's just not the type of grumpy I usually enjoy reading, and that's okay. But I do love that he's protective and a good guy deep down. Oh well, all of these aliens are OTT in their own ways. 🤭
Anyhoo, another issue of MINE is I was uncomfortable reading about FMCs who are promiscuous. I remember the FMC from the previous book was just like this too. I’ve never really liked this kind of lifestyle from men, and it turns out I’m not a fan of it from women either. The way she talks about casual sex or hookups sounds just like how guys in stories usually talk about it. I don't want her to be freaking virginal, but I don't want her to go about it so carelessly either. And this line of hers just left a sour taste.
"I hadn’t been with anyone since getting pregnant. But before that, I didn’t really have any reservations about sex. Sexually transmitted infections had been eliminated ages ago, and I was generally down to bone just about anybody who sent a drink and a wink my way at Sal’s bar. None of them were boyfriends. None of them stuck around."
Anywaaay, I'm sure other readers will love this more than I did, and I really hope it finds its intended audience.
Okay okay you guys know I love this series with my whole heart but I feel the romance wasn’t my fav here because I wish they had communicated so much earlier!!! I usually don’t mind a miscommunication trope but this one had me crawling up the wall!!! but I loved the character work with Jolene and Zohro and how they both learned to value themselves 😭 and baby girl!! So sweet and cute!!!
Rescued by the Alien Rider is an emotional alien romance about survival, second chances, and learning what it means to finally be chosen.
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Jolene’s life has been marked by loss and rejection. After her mother died giving birth to her, her father always held resentment against her. Years later, a one-night stand leaves her pregnant, and when the truth comes out, her father turns his back on her completely—kicking her out of the house just weeks before her due date. Desperate for safety for herself and her baby, Jolene finds out about the alien bride program and decides to take her chances.
That’s where Zohro comes in. Once one of the youngest Zambrians to graduate the medical field, his life took a darker turn… convicted as a child, he was sent to the colony ranches to work out the rest of his life. He thought companionship wasn’t in the cards for him anymore until Jolene lands near his ranch. When he saves her from a charging bull, it sparks the beginning of a connection neither of them expected.
What made this book so much fun though was the little details alongside the emotional depth. The funny mispronunciations had me laughing (per usual), and the group chat with all the other brides added such a warm, lighthearted touch—it really showed the found-family side of the story. (Darcy cracks me up so much in those chapters 😂) And then there was Zohro himself: grumpy to the world, but endlessly sweet and tender with Jolene. (we love a grumpy man who’s head over heels and obsessed with his woman 🫶🏼) That contrast made their romance even more heart-melting.
What really stood out to me while reading was how Jolene’s story came full circle. She’s always been cast aside, never truly chosen, and it was moving to see Zohro prove, through both words and actions, that she mattered to him. Even when she questioned if his care was only out of guilt, he showed her over and over that his love was real. And in return, Jolene helped him see that he was more than just his past or his skills as a surgeon. She loved him for who he was, flaws and all.
This book gave me the emotional highs and lows I look for in an alien romance: heartbreak, redemption, laugh-out-loud moments, tenderness, and a love that feels both protective and healing. Ursa Dax delivered a story that shows how two broken people can come together and build something whole.
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“But she'd also smiled at me. And somehow, empire help me, I had a feeling that might make it all worthwhile.” __________
“As long as I live, Jolene—no, longer. As long as that house still stands with my bones buried beside it, you have a home.” __________
"You have hair like the sky before nightfall and eyes like the sky in the morning," I said fiercely. "You have a smile that I fear I would lay down my life for.” (the compliments these men give their women… I CANT🤌🏼)
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things to know about the book ↓
👽 grumpy x sunshine 🩷 pregnancy 👽 dual pov 🩷 slowburn 👽 found family
Jolene was bold and a bit impulsive in her decision to hitch a ride to an alien planet, but also, goals. She was compassionate, brave, but insecure because of the lack of support in her life. Zohro was grouchy but loyal, and fell as quickly as the other guys in their books. They both made some assumptions about the other’s reasoning behind getting married, but eventually got their heads on straight.
Spice: 2/5
Triggers: pregnancy, c-section, blood, parent dying in childbirth (past, resulting from being thrown from a horse), emotionally unavailable parent, houselessness after being kicked out by unsupportive parent for being pregnant, animal attack (bull)
I don’t think I will ever get sick of these books. They’re so cute, wholesome and funny and I find myself genuinely laughing so many times. This one also made me super emotional towards the end!
Ursa nailed it and I’m obsessed. I didn’t think I could love a book with the pregnancy trope and yet I finished it in a day.
Crying cause it hit my abandonment issues in the core. Crying cause of the happy ending and found family. (I’m including everyone on the planet at this point.) Crying over the continued hilarious miscommunication of the word “pyjamas”.
Once again I am screaming from the rooftops how much I enjoy this series. I want to say I’m pretty biased since the fmc is a redhead but this may be my favorite of the series.
We all have been WAITING patiently to see the grumpy cowboy from book one get a wife, after being so adamant about not wanting one. His story did NOT disappoint either. His internal dialogue was S-tier! Him trying to stay professional doctor mode is the best, he’s just a simple man!!! Also, Zaddy Zhoro?!??! Add him to the DILF list.
((( thank you always to the author for providing me an arc of the book prior to publication date - forever grateful )))
This one isn't as cute and funny, mostly because the MMC is our resident grumpy genius, not a majestic himbo like the others. He still has his moments of glorious ignorance. The main characters are working through some more serious issues and the story ends up heartwarming and satisfying. I look forward to getting to know the other boys soon.
There’s crack in these books, has to be. The many names for pajamas always make me laugh, and the little glimpses of all the other characters was perfect. Zohro was so grumpy and his I AM A SURGEON outbreaks were straight out of the good doctor. The pregnancy and baby didn’t even bother me and that’s saying a lot.
4.5 ⭐️ ARC • I LOVE THESE BOOKS!! i will NEVER get tired of these disaster alien cowboys!!
jolene was impulsive, a little reckless, but so sweet at heart. zohro was a mess, but it was really interesting to be in his head — if anyone else is a firefly fan here, he reminded me a ton of simon. while all the other zabrian obviously had their own issues with being sent to this penal colony, it was interesting to be in zohro’s head, who had lost so much and was still very angry about it.
of course, chaos hours in the group chat (love agent of chaos darcy) & typical miscommunication/misunderstanding tropes (but thankfully not drawn out) — but i love how zohro became the perfect dad (not a step-father, but the father who STEPPED. UP.) & was so willing and ready to fight & go to bat for jolene, and support her with all aspects of herself. seeing them finding a home & family & healing with each other was so sweet — i blew threw this book so fast, and i cannot wait to reread it. all hail queen ursa dax as always!!
I know that we're just moving over to the other warden's guys but I'm sadddd. If we don't get to hear about ridiculous ways to say pyjamas or the girls group chat being unhinged at any hour of the day, is it really part of this series anymore???
I just love these books so much! They've become such a comfort read to me, and I really hope we get to experience more alien swooning soon!!
On another note, I'm kind of bummed that this had the PERFECT opportunity to showcase how pregnant women can also be sexual powerhouses, and we skipped the whole thing basically!! I know we tend to do the slow-burn thing in this series but come onnnnnnn... That last scene (even tho she was very much not pregnant anymore) was pure k!nk tho and I do appreciate it!! No notesss!!
🩷 Bookish Thoughts Oh I loved this sweet book! Zohro & Jolene 🥰😍😌 This one was definitely different from the rest of the series with the pregnancy. But it was still just as funny! Why can’t these alien cowboys remember jammies 🤣🤦🏽♀️
✨Fave Quote “As long as I live, Jolene–no, longer. As long as that house still stands with my bones buried beside it, you have a home. All others before have failed you.” He dropped his hand and raised his chin. “I will not.”
This is such a light hearted and fun sci fi romance series! In this edition we learn Zohro and Jolene’s story. This story differs in that Jolene was not recruited as a bride for the Zabrians. Her story starts in a heart breaking yet relatable fashion. There are themes of uncertainty throughout that makes our happily ever after that much more engaging and satisfying. I avoid spoilers when reviewing Ursa’s books because they are truly worth reading. I look forward to the next edition in this universe!
Zohro and Jolene might just be my favorite couple of the series 🥹 I’ll admit, I was hesitant about a pregnancy trope but of course it exceeded all expectations. This story is sweet, funny, and healing. I love how in these alien cowboys are - even in the smallest ways, they’re just 👏 all 👏 in.
Can’t wait for the next one!
Thanks to Ursa for the ARC and writing such an amazing book!
Not a fan of pregnancy tropes but this author pulled it off well. More of a 3.75 because of the miscommunication about his sister and how she assumed he saw her as one. Like girl he literally married you, helped you give birth, took care of you??
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This pains me because i love this series and I was really excited for this. However this was a lot different than i hoped and it was just not for me. Also i will say i read in my kindle and it always opens to chapter 1 so i didnt see the TW and i wish i had just so id known but thats my own fault.
I thought the book would be throughout her pregnancy with the birth being off page at the very end.... and that didnt happen. There a very descriptive birth scene along with all that comes after and that is just personally not my cup of tea. I dont like pregnancy stuff. I liked the first maybe 50% of the book but there was a lot of miscommunication along with the pregnancy stuff and i just could not enjoy this to the fullest.
I also didnt feel their love for one another. I think i could have had the birth and baby stuff not happened but i just didnt feel the magic in this one that i felt in others in the series.
I will definitely continue the series this one just wasn't for me.
Married To The Alien Cowboy ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️/5 Wrangled By The Alien Rancher ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️/5 Resisting The Alien Rider ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️/5 Wanted By The Alien Warden ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️/5 Married to the Alien Mountain Man ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️.5/5 Rescued By The Alien Bull Rider ⭐️⭐️⭐️/5
4.3/5 All vibes and good times. I’m so glad neither kept their secrets from each other long (he is a murderer, she is pregnant). There was still miscommunication though; since neither thought the other wanted them (he thought she was there out of duty to her unborn daughter and she thought he married her to make up for failing his sister who was also abandoned while pregnant). Because of this the spice takes forever to spice and she is postpartum (and at like 90%) before it starts. But their friendship develops nicely and the love feels real when it is declared. I don’t love “pregnant by another man” and “arrogant insufferable MMC” story lines but it worked out. Good vibes. I read it in one day.
Alienware cowboy. MMC Sentenced to farm life due to being a convict (honor killed the man who abandoned his pregnant sister, he was 14). MMC with pink skin and a tail and purple hair. Former surgeon turned rancher MMC. Pregnant desperate unwanted rancher redhead FMC. Impulsive FMC. Goes to planet illegally and ill informed. He saves her. Mutual pining. Virgin MMC. One bed. Cock tail. Damsel in distress. Nipple play. Tail play. Milking/lactation. No OMD/OWD. No cheating. No breakup. Birth (C section he delivers). Epilogue with her learning to ride again and them loving each other and their daughter Autumn.
Loved this. It was just as sweet as the other books and is kinda funny because they both want to marry each other, do marry each other, but don’t think the other actually wants it! Adorable.
Zohro is the most matter-of-fact dude and an actual grump but then the absolute sweetest heart ever. He really takes care of her without her having to say a word and he just accepts it as fact - as the way it’s just meant to be, no question. He had me tearing up with how sweet he was at some points especially after the baby is born. He’s just such a provider and such a cute dad. I also love his character growth internally.
Jolene is sweet too and has been through a lot in life. She hasn’t had someone really be there for her, so Zohro is a welcome surprise for her after she makes the somewhat impulsive decision to leave home and land on the new planet. I love that she’s found such a support in Zohro.
As usual, a very fluffy romance with some spice and a lot of great “I don’t know what humans are all about” humour that just makes you laugh.
Rescued by the Alien Bull Rider features Jolene, human and Zohro, alien. Jolene is pregnant and when she confesses to her dad, he tells her to leave. Heartbroken, she impulsively finds a way to Zohro’s planet, because thinking things through is not Jolene’s style. Zohro finds her, saves her and agrees to her marriage proposal in less than 24 hours.
This was beyond delightful. I love the world that Ursa Dax has made and these aliens are just the best. Zohro, grump nerd that he is, was even more delightful than past alien men (and that’s saying a lot ‘cause they’ve all been great). I loved how devoted he was to Jolene immediately, and Baby Girl too. Honestly alien dads are the best.
Jolene (that name, I just can’t) was pretty great, I love the assumption she made and ran with. Her impulsivity was actually kind of fun and I imagine stoic grumpy nerdy Zohro would be her perfect balance.
Just like other books in the series, I do feel like the story is a little rushed and ends too abruptly. I just want more!
This was not for me. I was excited for Zohro's book and I usually like pregnancy books but not ones where the fmc starts 8 months pregnant and there's EXPLICIT AND EXTENSIVE childbirth scenes. Also, I'm fine with low spice but it felt like most of this was miscommunication and very little of it was satisfying romance. I quit at about 85% because a sexy milk expressing scene is too much for me. Not rating the book because these are just my reading preferences, and someone might feel the opposite about it and neither of us would be wrong, and because I love Ursa Dax in general and I think she's trying things to keep the books fresh.
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These books are so fun and cute. I cannot deny it!
After reading Warden Tenn's book, I just knew I'd love Zohro's story when we got to it. And, of course, I ate it up! Jolene was a darling FMC and I really liked the pairing.
I could easily read a dozen more of these, so keep them coming, Ursa!
Another sweet and fun entry to this series!! Zohro has always intrigued me- what can I say, I love a grump. He did not disappoint in this, and watching his protective instincts extend from Jolene to her (their) daughter was beautiful. Jolene has been mistreated by every man in her life, and to finally have someone care for her was satisfying as hell. Between the history with her Pa and Zohro’s with his sister, this one felt poignant in the way it came full circle.
Only Ursa Dax could get me to willingly read a book about a pregnant woman!
Really loved the first 75% - it had me screeching and cackling like a banshee at one point. I’m giving this 4/5 stars only because I personally am very much not into pregnancy or childbirth or babies, but it was still a great addition to what has become my favorite alien romance series!