Librarian's note: This book's ISBN, 0373707878, was previously used on another book.
HOME ON THE RANCH
The Silver Dollar Ranch, near Tombstone, Arizona
Virgil Bodine. Oldest of the Bodine brothers. One-time sheriff of Tombstone and former bodyguard to the stars. He's come home from California, with his reluctant ten-year-old son in tow.
Desiree Hartlan is a big-city D.A. who talked herself out of a job and is looking for a new one.
The position of sheriff an elected position is open. Desiree decides to run. So does Virgil, figuring he'll win in a landslide.
Next thing he knows, he's calling her sheriff. And boss. And wife?
Anne Mather is the pseudonym used by Mildred Grieveson, a popular British author of over 160 romance novels. She also signed novels as Caroline Fleming and Cardine Fleming. Mildred Grieveson began to write down stories in her childhood years. The first novel that she actually finished, Caroline (1965), was also her first book to be published. Her novel, Leopard in the Snow (1974), was developed into a 1978 film.
I really enjoyed reading this book. I loved the characters and would definitely like to read more with the Bodine brothers. I liked the plot too. I didn't see it coming. This was engaging and had me turning pages a lot. I liked the suspense (although it was light) and the emotions and situations. I felt the emotions (not terribly) and was empathetic towards all the characters (especially towards the end). I wouldn't mind reading this again. A great book for a rainy day read or for escaping and relaxing. Some heart stopping moments and a sweet and fun ending. Enjoy!