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The Hitching Post Hotel #4
Cowboy in Charge
TIMING IS EVERYTHING
Single mom Layne Slater thought she'd seen the last of Jason McAndry when he chose the rodeo over her and their unborn son. Now Jason's back in Cowboy Creek and just as handsome as ever. But Layne can't give in to those feelings again. She has to protect her children…and her heart.
Jason wants to try to make up for the pain he caused when he left. The least he can do is help Layne while he's home. Before long, Jason realizes he's finally ready to be the husband, father and man his family deserves. But can Jason prove to Layne that this time, their love is forever?
Single mom Layne Slater thought she'd seen the last of Jason McAndry when he chose the rodeo over her and their unborn son. Now Jason's back in Cowboy Creek and just as handsome as ever. But Layne can't give in to those feelings again. She has to protect her children…and her heart.
Jason wants to try to make up for the pain he caused when he left. The least he can do is help Layne while he's home. Before long, Jason realizes he's finally ready to be the husband, father and man his family deserves. But can Jason prove to Layne that this time, their love is forever?
224 pages, Mass Market Paperback
Published July 5, 2016
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About the author
Barbara White Daille
36 books185 followersAbout me: my faves in life are chocolate, romance, and reading - and, of course, my DH (dear husband). ;) Exercise and housework...well, not so much.
About the writing: Short contemporary, small-town romance, usually with kids, quirky characters, and a touch of humor. All my books, even in series, are stand-alones with each hero and heroine reaching their Happy Ever After by the end of their story.
Harlequin Western Romance: The current series is The Hitching Post Hotel, a honeymoon destination set on a ranch owned by a matchmaking grandpa. The latest books are The Cowboy's Triple Surprise and The Rancher's Baby Proposal.
Entangled Bliss: This is a fun, sweet series called Snowflake Valley, set in a small town that caters to tourists 365 days a year and featuring the "bad-luck Barnett" sisters. Look for Snowbound with Mr. Wrong and the new release, One Week to Win Her Boss.
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Barbara
About the writing: Short contemporary, small-town romance, usually with kids, quirky characters, and a touch of humor. All my books, even in series, are stand-alones with each hero and heroine reaching their Happy Ever After by the end of their story.
Harlequin Western Romance: The current series is The Hitching Post Hotel, a honeymoon destination set on a ranch owned by a matchmaking grandpa. The latest books are The Cowboy's Triple Surprise and The Rancher's Baby Proposal.
Entangled Bliss: This is a fun, sweet series called Snowflake Valley, set in a small town that caters to tourists 365 days a year and featuring the "bad-luck Barnett" sisters. Look for Snowbound with Mr. Wrong and the new release, One Week to Win Her Boss.
I'd love for you to check out my books (all listed here at Goodreads) and sign up for my newsletter to get insider info and subscriber-only perks.
And look for me out on the Web:
Website http://www.barbarawhitedaille.com
Blog http://www.barbarawhitedaille.com/blog
Newsletter http://www.barbarawhitedaille.com/new...
Facebook http://www.facebook.com/barbarawhited...
Twitter https://twitter.com/BarbaraWDaille
Amazon author page http://www.amazon.com/Barbara-White-D...
Harlequin author page http://www.harlequin.com/author.html?...
Goodreads author page
http://www.goodreads.com/author/show/...
Hope to see you around!
All my best,
Barbara
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November 11, 2016
Just loved Jason and Layne's story. Another great book by Barbara and another great story in The Hitching Post Hotel series.
January 29, 2017
always love a good romance.This series brings strong characters and lots of adventure.cant wait to read the next installment
July 24, 2017
Cowboy in Charge marks my first time reading a book by Barbara White Daille. I must admit I’m not usually a western/cowboy romance reader although I have read a few. I love second chance romances and I thought I would give the book a try.
When it comes to Cowboy in Charge, I struggle with trying to find a balance between things I liked and didn’t like. I thought this was a secret baby story. You know, where the hero left the heroine to pursue his dream of being a rodeo star and didn’t know that the heroine was pregnant when he left. That’s not this story at all. Jason knew Layne was pregnant and still left. That’s bad on his part, but she kicked him out one too many times. I don’t feel the story was set up for me to like either of the characters from the beginning. Though Jason did redeem himself (three years later) the moment Layne opened her door to him. For me, there wasn’t enough character background for me to actually form a bond with the characters and root for them. What little background about why Layne was the way she was came in the very last chapter of the book. Various characters mention that Jason and Layne married young, but the author doesn’t give any details as to how old they are at any point. I was simply left feeling crucial details were left out. I also had an issue with the story not being about cowboys or anything cowboy related. Yes, Jason wore a Stetson. Yes, Jason drove a truck. Yes, this took place in New Mexico, which is in the Western part of the country. Jason worked on a ranch for an estimated total of 5 days in this story. This doesn’t make this a western/cowboy romance to me.
What I did like about the story was Layne and Jason’s three-year-old son, Scott. He was adorable and stole the scene whenever he was around. I also loved Jed “Grandpa” Garland, who apparently is the unofficial matchmaker for Cowboy Creek, New Mexico. He was so sure Layne and Jason had matured enough, were perfect together, and ready for real forever love. What kept me reading the story was my curiosity as to how this story would end. While this is a happily-ever-after story, I still don’t like Layne.
I think Barbara had all the elements in this story to make it and the characters likeable, but she just missed the mark.
**Received a copy of the book courtesy of RWA and voluntarily reviewed.**
When it comes to Cowboy in Charge, I struggle with trying to find a balance between things I liked and didn’t like. I thought this was a secret baby story. You know, where the hero left the heroine to pursue his dream of being a rodeo star and didn’t know that the heroine was pregnant when he left. That’s not this story at all. Jason knew Layne was pregnant and still left. That’s bad on his part, but she kicked him out one too many times. I don’t feel the story was set up for me to like either of the characters from the beginning. Though Jason did redeem himself (three years later) the moment Layne opened her door to him. For me, there wasn’t enough character background for me to actually form a bond with the characters and root for them. What little background about why Layne was the way she was came in the very last chapter of the book. Various characters mention that Jason and Layne married young, but the author doesn’t give any details as to how old they are at any point. I was simply left feeling crucial details were left out. I also had an issue with the story not being about cowboys or anything cowboy related. Yes, Jason wore a Stetson. Yes, Jason drove a truck. Yes, this took place in New Mexico, which is in the Western part of the country. Jason worked on a ranch for an estimated total of 5 days in this story. This doesn’t make this a western/cowboy romance to me.
What I did like about the story was Layne and Jason’s three-year-old son, Scott. He was adorable and stole the scene whenever he was around. I also loved Jed “Grandpa” Garland, who apparently is the unofficial matchmaker for Cowboy Creek, New Mexico. He was so sure Layne and Jason had matured enough, were perfect together, and ready for real forever love. What kept me reading the story was my curiosity as to how this story would end. While this is a happily-ever-after story, I still don’t like Layne.
I think Barbara had all the elements in this story to make it and the characters likeable, but she just missed the mark.
**Received a copy of the book courtesy of RWA and voluntarily reviewed.**
July 24, 2016
* I received this book for free from Goodreads First Reads. *
This is a sweet second chance story. The main couple was married in the past, but because of their youth and misunderstandings they divorced. Now, years later, the man wants to get to know the son he never met. With some matchmaker meddling the couple works through their issues and reunite. I found the story to be enjoyable and would like to read more of this series.
This is a sweet second chance story. The main couple was married in the past, but because of their youth and misunderstandings they divorced. Now, years later, the man wants to get to know the son he never met. With some matchmaker meddling the couple works through their issues and reunite. I found the story to be enjoyable and would like to read more of this series.
August 9, 2016
3.75 stars
Kind of light on romance, but this was a satisfying journey to redemption, acceptance of self, and finding maturity. Both characters were too young and immature to work for their relationship when they married young, but after reuniting, they learned to accept that they were both at fault for their breakup, and were able commit to a future together.
Kind of light on romance, but this was a satisfying journey to redemption, acceptance of self, and finding maturity. Both characters were too young and immature to work for their relationship when they married young, but after reuniting, they learned to accept that they were both at fault for their breakup, and were able commit to a future together.
September 7, 2017
This a sweet second-chance story. I totally fell in love with Jason. He did everything to try and be a part of his son's life, but knew he had to be cautious when it came to winning back Layne's love.
I actually really liked all the characters in this story, and the way the story unfolded. If you like sweet romances, I recommend this one.
I actually really liked all the characters in this story, and the way the story unfolded. If you like sweet romances, I recommend this one.
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July 1, 2016Miniseries: The Hitching Post Hotel
March 26, 2017
I enjoyed the book, but it was a bit too long and drawn out for me.
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