Blog Tour: Kissed by a Cowboy by Debra Clopton

Author: Debra Clopton
Publisher: Thomas Nelson
Date of publication: February 2016

Having lived through her parents’ endless string of “matrimonial bliss gone wrong,” Cassidy Starr knows when the odds are not in her favor. Divorced and humiliated, her faith on rocky ground, Cassidy is through with love. She’s been bucked off that horse far too many times. Instead, she returns to Wishing Springs, Texas, and the rundown farm she’s inherited from her great aunt Roxie. She’ll reopen the strawberry farm and a bed & breakfast and follow in her aunt’s footsteps, remaining forever-independent, happy . . . and single.

Rancher Jarrod Monahan’s hands are full running the ranch, looking after his ailing grandfather, and chasing down a group of rustlers on the loose. He’s pushed his longing for a family to the bottom of his list of priorities. Besides, he was in love once but ran scared and lost his shot at happiness. But suddenly, the biggest regret of his life has moved in next door with a wounded heart, determined to become a spinster . . . and that’s a challenge that Jarrod can’t pass up.

Jarrod sets his mind to breaking down the walls around Cassidy’s stubborn heart. How can he show her that a cowboy’s kiss lasts forever? For the good folks of Wishing Springs, falling in love has never been so much fun to witness.

Kissed By a Cowboy is the third book featuring the Monahan brothers.  I have really enjoyed this series and in a way, I'm sad that the last brother has gotten his HEA.  Jarrod is the eldest of the three brothers.  He is also the serious one.  When he realizes he has a second chance at love with Cassidy, he decides to go for it.  Unfortunately, Cassidy has other plans.  Coming of a horrible divorce, she doesn't want to ever get married again.

While not my favorite of the three books, I did enjoy Jarrod and Cassidy together.  I loved how Jarrod never gave up in trying to win back Cassidy's heart.  I was really rooting for them the whole way. For me, it just took Cassidy a little too long to get with the program.  In addition to their story, we are treated to the conclusion to a story arc over the series between Pebble and Rand.  Their love story was so super sweet and I was so happy with that couple's ending.  Along with appearances from previous characters, there is a bit of adventure added into the story.  

I'm not sure what is next for this author, but I hope she will visit with Wishing Springs Texas again in the future!

About the author:

Debra Clopton is a multi-award winning novelist and has written more than 22 novels. Along with writing, Debra helps her husband teach the youth at their local Cowboy Church. Debra's goal is to shine a light toward God while she entertains readers with her words.

Find out more about Debra at http://debraclopton.com.

Blog Tour: Counting on a Cowboy by Debra Clopton

Author: Debra Clopton
Publisher: Thomas Nelson
Date of publication: August 2015

Running from a past that haunts her, Abby Knightly is drawn to the cozy town of Wishing Springs, Texas. Maybe this small town could offer hope and healing and a future for Abby . . . if she’s brave enough to reach out and take it by the reins.

Bo Monahan isn’t interested in the new romantic destination his little town has become—or the women who might be looking at him like he’s their next Mr. Right. Between taking care of his Pops and his growing stirrup business, he isn’t looking for serious romantic commitments. But when the infant son he never knew about shows up at his doorstep, his world is turned upside down.

This confirmed bachelor might not think he needs a wife, but he sure needs help. Even Abby can see that, and despite her best efforts to keep her distance, she can’t help but be drawn to this new father-son duo. As Abby throws herself into helping Bo navigate fatherhood, hope sparks between them, revealing that maybe, just maybe, they can navigate their dark pasts and emerge together into a future as bright as the Texas sun itself.

Once again, Ms Clopton takes us to  Four of Hearts Ranch for a story about loss and love.  Abby lost her husband in a tragic accident 2 years before and decided she needed a change of scenery to get herself back. She didn't count on almost running over Bo and losing her heart to him.  Bo is not the relationship type, but there is something about Abby that makes him look at his life again.  Throw in a son he never knew about and you have the makings of a beautiful love story.

I really enjoyed this book.  Abby was so broken when she came to Wishing Springs.  Bo was just what she needed to help heal her heart.  Little Levi was also the balm that her soul needed to heal.  I loved watching these two fall for each other.  Even though they fought it, I just knew they would not be able to resist.  

In addition to Bo and Abby's story, we get to check in with the colorful and energetic people in the town.  I am looking forward to seeing how the relationship between Pebble and Rand develops.  I am holding out hope for them!  This is a wonderful series and one I highly recommend!

One grand prize winner will receive:

• A copy of Counting on a Cowboy
• A $25 gift card to Amazon, Barnes & Noble, or Starbucks
• A western-inspired bracelet
• A horseshoe heart

Enter today by clicking the icon below. But hurry, the giveaway ends on September 8th. The winner will be announced September 9th on Debra's blog.

About the author:

Debra Clopton is a multi-award winning novelist and has written more than 22 novels. Along with writing, Debra helps her husband teach the youth at their local Cowboy Church. Debra’s goal is to shine a light toward God while she entertains readers with her words.

Find out more about Debra athttp://debraclopton.com.

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Blog Tour: Betting on Hope by Debra Clopton

Author: Debra Clopton
Publisher: Thomas Nelson
Date of publication: February 2015

A bet gone wrong. A small town's meddling. And a cowboy intent on saving his ranch.

Maggie Hope is an advice columnist whose background leaves her with little advice to give . . . and it's beginning to show. When Maggie fills in at an interview with champion horse trainer Tru Monahan, the on-camera chemistry between them is undeniable. Maggie's bosses know this is the opportunity she's been looking for to launch her career---and their bank accounts. In order to save her column, Maggie takes Tru up on the bet that he can teach her to ride a quick-stepping cutting horse like any cowgirl, despite the fact that she has never been on a horse. And in the meantime, she can get the scoop on the man under the cowboy hat.

Tru has been on the competition circuit for longer than he'd like, but he knows it's the only way he can afford to keep the Four of Hearts Ranch that means so much to his ailing grandfather. So when his sponsors see the opportunity for Tru's fans to get to know the star on a more intimate level, he knows he must oblige. To his dismay, Maggie not only invades his small town of Wishing Springs, but she also invades his heart, and that is something he cannot let any woman do-for her own good.

In Wishing Springs, Maggie finds what she has always been looking for: a community and a home. But when her past catches up to her, it threatens everything, even the tender hope that this town holds all of her heart's desires.

Betting on Hope is the first in a new series about the Four of Hearts Ranch and the small town of Wishing Springs.  It's the first book that I have read by this author and I know it won't be my last.  I thoroughly enjoyed this book. Maggie is thrust into learning how to be ride a horse for cutting competition after she makes a bet with Tru.  It's the only way to save her beloved advice column. Tru wants nothing to do with reporters, but he needs this to keep his ranch.  

I loved watching these two slowly come to trust each other.  Because that is what needs to come first, trust before the love can settle in.  I wanted to kick Tru for holding back.  While his reasons were understandable, they were misguided and stubborn.  I was really rooting for him to wake up!

 Besides the main characters, the peripheral characters in the town really made the story.  I loved how the town just embraced Maggie and made her their own.  She came in alone and ended up with a big family that would have done anything for her.  There are so many more things that happen in this story that I could go on forever.  I encourage you to read this sweet, clean romance.  I can't wait to visit with the town of Wishing Springs again very soon!

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One grand prize winner will receive:

• A Kindle Fire
• A copy of Betting on Hope

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About the author: 

Debra Clopton is a multi-award winning novelist and has written more than 22 novels. Along with writing, Debra helps her husband teach the youth at their local Cowboy Church. Debra's goal is to shine a light toward God while she entertains readers with her words.

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