Title Chasing Liberty (Cowboys of Sagebrush Rose Book 2)
Author Rhonda Lee Carver
Genre Contemporary Western Romance
Book Blurb
Wild Roses grow in unexpected places, and the sisters of Sagebrush Rose have a hankering for forbidden romance.
Sam Rose knew exactly what he was doing when he gave his daughters an ultimatum. Marry and calm their wild ways or he was writing them out of the will.Full of vinegar and passion, Liberty will show her daddy! How dare he treat her like a child and meddle in her love life. She'd show him by marrying a ranch hand and Wyler Ranks is the perfect choice!
A surprise turns the fake marriage into something real.
The last thing Wyler wanted to do was fall in love with his wife. Yet here he was. He'd agreed to the "fake" marriage because he saw a chance at running his own ranch, but he didn't expect that his life would be turned upside down. He's never chased a woman before, but he's willing to chase Liberty and prove to her that he is the cowboy for her.
He will face danger to protect his new family.
Little do they know that flowers, and love, can grow in the least nurtured soil. Read this captivating novel of Liberty and Wyler's unplanned emotions and a gift neither saw coming.
Excerpt
“Are you two back together? I mean, not to be rude, but it’s been a known fact that you two are separated.”
Liberty wanted to tell Kaitlynn that she’d have to wait a while before she could sink her French tipped claws into Wyler, but Liberty didn’t want to send the sensitive Kaitlynn running off butt hurt. “We are—”
“Back together,” Wyler blurted and pulled Liberty close, kissing her on the cheek. “Right, snookums?”
She didn’t like being backed against the wall but the last thing she wanted, or needed, was the town talking about her relationship, or lack thereof. Planting a smile on her face, she patted Wyler’s cheek a little too firmly. “Right, buttercup.”
“How cute! Then that means you’ll be attending the Harvest Picnic together?” Kaitlyn appeared slightly shocked, or was it disappointment? Maybe a bit of both.
“Of course,” Wyler said.
“Since it is held at Sagebrush Rose and my sisters and I help organize the event together,” Liberty said, fully aware that she hadn’t participated in the effort as much as she should. For ten years the Rose family had hosted the event that both brought the community together for a day of entertainment and events.
Kaitlynn didn’t stay upset for long. Her smile reappeared full force like she was auditioning for a toothpaste commercial. “Then I expect you two will be entering the couples’ competitions. The ladies’ auxiliary and I have a few exciting new games up our sleeves this year.” There she was, placing that dainty hand on Wyler’s arm again. “Of course, you two don’t have to enter as a couple. I’m still available.”
“I’m afraid I don’t think—”
Wyler interrupted Liberty again to say, “We’ll be signing up. There’s nothing my wife loves more than engaging in a little friendly competition.” He winked. His grin wasn’t so charming.
This man!
“Oh, we wouldn’t miss it for the world.” Liberty cringed. She wasn’t the game player type.
“Better bone up on your pie baking skills then.” Kaitlynn beamed. “I plan to bake my special cherry pie. Cherries picked straight from my trees. Me and one of the girls from the auxiliary are teaming up this year and we’ll be hard to beat. My baking skills and her organization skills.”
“Doesn’t that sound…fun.” Liberty cooed sarcastically.
“I better be on my way. That pot of chili won’t cook itself. It takes days to prepare.”
“Enjoy the rest of your night,” Wyler said with a friendly smile.
“Thank you, Wyler. It’s always a pleasure seeing you. Both of you.” Kaitlynn’s smile dulled some. She gave her skirt a flirty flip and pranced down the sidewalk like a cat on the prowl.
"Oh, the nerve of that woman," Liberty said tightly, observing Kaitlynn hop into her red convertible and speed off with a roar.
"Couldn't tell you were not fond of her," Wyler remarked with a grin.
"She's deceitful, a fact you overlook, Mr. Adores-His-Chili," she replied, continuing down the sidewalk.
He followed her, remarking, “So that’s how it looks on you.”
“What are you talking about?”
“Jealousy,” he said with a chuckle in his voice.
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Author Biography
Rhonda Lee Carver is a bestselling author of contemporary western and romantic suspense, but she loves to write other genres too. She's known for writing stories that keep readers laughing, crying, gripping the edge of their seats, and screaming all in one book...like riding a virtual roller coaster. Whether she's creating sexy cowboys or tough guys, or sassy, independent heroines, readers are sure to find strong, powerful, memorable characters that are relatable.
By day, she taps into her creative, fictional world but at some point she transitions back into reality where she's a volleyball-stands cheerleader, homework virtuoso (at least she thinks so), amateur nurse to skinned knees, mediocre chef with some awesome microwave skills, pet-guru (all the strays show up at her house), and a Jackie of all trades for her kids who are the loves of her life. Yoga and chocolate keep her sane. Hallmark movies require cuddling up with tissues because she can be emotional. She adds a sprinkle of her own real-life adventures in each story she spins because a little truth never hurt anyone. She wouldn't give up one thing in her crazy, chaotic, ever-amusing life, except, she might do magic tricks for the bungalow on the beach she's had her eye on (GOALS).
Writing for Rhonda is like falling in love and finding a new best friend over and over again. Her characters will find a place inside your heart too.
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