Publication Date: 01/29/2019
Publisher: St. Martin's Press
Imprint: St. Martin's Paperbacks
Genre: (Western) (Erotic) Romantic Suspense
Pages: 304
ISBN-13: 978-1250309488
(Received for an honest review from St. Martin's Paperbacks via NetGalley)
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Books in the series:
Moving Violations
1. One Tough Cowboy (2019)
Excerpt from One Tough Cowboy, courtesy of Amazon's Look Inside feature
Synopsis:
First in a brand-new series from #1 New York Times bestselling author Lora Leigh and Veronica Chadwick about one man’s pursuit of justice―and unbridled desire.
LAW AND ORDER.
For as long as Samantha can remember, Hunter―a man as strong as steel, with a heart of gold―has been her hero. It came as no surprise to Samantha when she found out that the ranch-hardened cowboy who always protected her from bullies went on to become the town’s sheriff. What does surprise her is how incredibly hot he still is. And how much she still wants him…
For as long as Samantha can remember, Hunter―a man as strong as steel, with a heart of gold―has been her hero. It came as no surprise to Samantha when she found out that the ranch-hardened cowboy who always protected her from bullies went on to become the town’s sheriff. What does surprise her is how incredibly hot he still is. And how much she still wants him…
PRIDE AND PASSION
And, lo and behold, Hunter still has feelings for Samantha. The long-smoldering heat of their innocent flirtation has grown into a full-raging fire. But when tragedy strikes, and their small-town community is shattered, Hunter vows to do everything he can to keep his childhood sweetheart safe. But can Samantha trust that Hunter has her best interests at heart…and that, after all these years, his love is true?
Thoughts:
One Tough Cowboy is the first book in a new series from Lora Leigh and Veronica Chadwick. To say it starts with a bang is an understatement. This romantic suspense novel has an intriguing mystery, some really steamy sex and some great tender romantic moments. Leigh and Chadwick bring the heat but still keep you guessing with the mystery. If you are looking for a book that might literally knock your socks off, this one might be for you!
What I liked:
Samantha had a crush. A biiiig crush on a boy who was quite a bit older than her. They were just kids then. But what happens when Sam and Hunter get a second chance to see where their flirtation might have led? You guessed it. Straight to the bedroom. This one is naughty to the max. I saw this quote that said Lora Leigh's writing could scorch the ink off paper, and this book proves that to true. It's definitely one of those books you used to hide under your mattress lol...
Hunter was a just a great hero. He was protective as a boy, fighting off bullies and taking care of Sam, but now he's all grown up. And that protective nature has grown and expanded to include the entire town of Deerhaven. He's a sheriff with big heart, but he can be strong as steel when he needs to be. I loved that contrast in his character. He was full of hot passion and even sweet romance, but when it came to taking care of things in his county, he was all business. Just an all around good character that made you want to root for him to find true love.
Sam is a girl after my own heart. Sassy, strong, confident. She's been a cop in Detroit for a long time so coming home to Deerhaven is a culture shock. I liked that she wasn't a demure, timid woman. She had backbone and I really like that in a female lead. She was going to sit back and let Hunter handle the situation surrounding the death of her aunt and several others in Deerhaven. She got right in there and got her hands dirty.
The suspense aspect of the book was probably my favorite part. I wasn't too sure I thought the connection to Detroit was coincidental or perhaps related to Sam in some way until well into the book. I liked that the author was able to make me believe this could really happen. I tend to like books that have a plausible plot and this one had it in spades. I liked that the suspense was an important part of the book, though the authors did rely heavily on the sexual tension to carry the book.
What I didn't like:
First let me say, I like a book that delivers on the heat and this book certainly did that. Lora Leigh is one of those authors that I want to read when I'm in the mood to scratch an erotic itch. She's very descriptive and naughty and sometimes that's just what a reader needs. This one maybe took it a little too far. There was a lot of sex in this book. It just seemed at times that it was either too often or at inappropriate times and sometimes even a little too descriptive. If I had been reading it in the company of others I would have been red faced and fanning lol... Not everybody's proverbial cup of tea.
The title probably should have been One Tough Sheriff. It wasn't exactly what I was expecting in regard to the name. There wasn't much cowboying going on in this one. If that's what you're looking for here, it's a little light on the ten gallon hats and horses. (wink)
This one definitely comes with a trigger warning. There is a scene with an attempted sexual assault that I did not feel was handled the best way. If you have issues with that sort of thing or have had past trauma's involving sexual assault, use caution.
Bottom Line:
If you want a book that heavy on the heat, this one is right up your alley. Lots of sex, lots of dirty talk. It's Lora Leigh on steroids lol... If you are looking for a book with an intriguing mystery and plenty of suspense, this one has you covered. Would have changed the title, since Hunter was more sheriff than trail boss or rancher or just plain cowboy. Watch your triggers, don't read in a crowd and get ready to be very hot and bothered.
One Tough Cowboy is available NOW from your favorite bookseller.
I'm giving this one 4 out of 5 apples from my book bag!
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