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I had read a book by this author before so I wanted to try another with this happening to be from the series I read it from. She has a way of combining romance with a touch of humor that makes for delightful reading. This one centered around two delightful characters-Adam and Skye. How this even became more relate able is where he is from and what he does. How he ends up in her neck of the woods so to speak is nice but funny how he ends up there alone. I believed she needed the breath of fresh air named Adam since she was working so hard. This takes you along nicely with how they interact with each other and the story that is presented to us. Was not disappointed with this and glad I had opted to try another one from this author.

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Catching the cowgirl is a fun story to read. Some of the story was funny and made me laugh. The story centered around a Colorado dude ranch which I found interesting. I also enjoyed the characters. Skye Hawkins runs the dude ranch with some help from her son Cody and her neighbors. The other main character is geeky Adam Clark, who is vising the dude ranch to get some ideas for his next video game that will take place on a dude ranch.
I received an advance copy of this book and I willingly chose to write an honest review.

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City comes to country and fall in love in Catching the Cowgirl by Jennie Marts. This Cotton Creek Series of which this is book three. I loved watching Adam experience the ranch lifestyle when he is so obviously out of his element. He is so endearing of a character, I think I fell for him when he stepped off the bus. Skye was a harder sell though as a person she would be the type I would want as a friend. While I understood her wariness, she misjudged Adam more than once which I hated for Adam. Still it was not too much drama. Perhaps that is what made this book so genuine often one partner is reluctant when they have been hurt before.

It is not secret, I enjoy Jennie Marts style of writing. The stories are character focused with snappy dialogue that can be down right funny. While there are bumps in the roads, I count on a HEA by the end of the journey. This is an author who has never failed to deliver. She certainly did give the reader a fun, romantic story with Catching the Cowgirl.

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Catching the Cowgirl is an entertaining contemporary romance by Jennie Marts.

Skye Hawkins is the owner of her family's struggling dude ranch, as well as a single mom. She doesn't have time nor the desire to date, until Adam Clark arrives at her ranch. Adam prefers technology to nature, yet he's a video game designer in search of cowboy themes to incorporate into his newest western adventure game. Adam and Skye are drawn to each other, despite their differences. As the story unfolds, both main characters are forced to deal with their insecurities and issues, while attempting to form their new relationship.

Since it's the third book in the Cotton Creek series, it's ideal to start with the first book, yet it's not necessary to read them in order. I started the series with this book.

Catching the Cowgirl is geared towards those who enjoy reading contemporary romances.


Note: I received this book from NetGalley, which is a program designed for bloggers to write book reviews in exchange for books, yet the opinions expressed in this review are my own.

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Fantastic Sweet Fun Story that keeps you flipping gauges and you don't want it to end. Skye is running her families dude ranch and Adam is a rich city guy trying to do research for his next assignment for work. I enjoyed this Book so much, Jennie Marts has the magic of writing the perfect characters that you can relate with. I highly recommend this book. I voluntarily reviewed an advance reader copy of this book.

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I loved that Skye wanted to make it on her own but she deserved help. She cant do everything alone. I love that she loved her son so much and took care of him by herself. Ethan snake skin boots had me cracking up I would have took them off if my were hurting so bad. Adam fought for Skye even though she mad him work hard for it. I really enjoyed this book thank you Jennie for selecting me to review this book.

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A cute, super sweet book about a nerdy guy that will make you laugh and a woman that knows the meaning of hard work. She's not afraid of it and she does what she knows needs to be done.

These two are total opposites in most ways. Skye isn't used to the feelings that Adam provokes in her and she isn't the usual kind of woman that he's interested in. He's never met anyone like her. Will she listen to him when it's needed or will she just blow him off because she's scared?

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This is a great book with a wonderful story and well developed characters. This book will keep you reading long into the night and you will not want to put this book down until you finish. This was such a great read and full of surprises. I am looking forward to reading the next book by this great author. I voluntarily reviewed an advanced reader’s copy of this book. The free book held no determination on my personal review.

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This book was ok. I think it was way too predictable. I loved the concept and I really liked the hero. It was nice to have him be a fish out of water. The insta love and solving all her problems was a bit too fairy tale, especially since her main concern was taking care of herself. I would have liked more dude ranch aspects

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I have fallen in love with this series! Set at a dude ranch in Colorado, it's a sweet story perfect for those days of lying around the pool or on a rainy day. Great story!

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Loved this book, a fun romance set at a Dude ranch in Colorado. Skye single mom, the owner of the ranch meets up with Adam, a city boy, game designer. Polar opposites, but they can't fight the attraction. Add in the mixture of Cody, Skye's teenage son, never a dull moment.

This is the perfect summer read that will keep you turning the pages. Loved the characters, neither looking for a lasting relationship. Great descriptive writing , you can close your eyes and feel like your at the dude ranch. I highly recommend this book!!

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The technical boring stuff: This is technically book three of the Cotton Creek series but it completely stands alone – you do not have to read the previous books in order to enjoy this one and it DOES NOT end on a cliffhanger. There is minimal cursing and some mild sexual content but nothing that is overly graphic.

This book is a really great addition to the Cotton Creek series. Adam was a bit of a hot mess as he tried to adjust to ranch life even though he was so far out of his depth that it wasn't funny, but that it so completely endearing. As was his attempt to figure out how to woo Skye. Sadly for Adam, Skye was fiercely independent (which I loved) and wasn't easily wooed. Skye was fabulous, she was an incredible mother and as I mentioned, she was fiercely independent without coming off as harsh or brutal. Her relationship with Cody was incredibly well-written and I loved that Adam helped improve it rather than cause ripples in it. The fact that there was no conflict where Adam and Cody was concerned was one of my favorite things.

Readers who will enjoy this book are those who have read and enjoyed the other Cotton Creek books, those who enjoy “opposites attract” type stories, or those who just enjoy a sweet story about people who are likable and belong together as a family.

I requested and was generously granted an ARC of this book via NetGalley. I was under no obligation to write a review of any kind, I did so because I enjoyed the story.

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you wouldn't think that a computer nerd would discover his place in the world at a dude ranch, but life has a way of throwing you curveballs. in catching the cowgirl, adam clark isn't one for communing with nature, but his business partner has a way of convincing him to do things that go against the grain and truth is he's not steered them wrong yet.

but when he ends up alone on what was supposed to be a research trip in advance of their next launch, adam has to make do. if he's honest, he's not too disappointed, because he gets to spend time with the delectable skye hawkins, especially since his partner had signed them up for all sorts of extras.

skye is a single mom struggling to keep her father's legacy alive. she's running behind on bills, short on time and resources, and maybe has a guy or two she's ready to give away. her son cody is a sullen teenager she can't pry off the computer. her neighbor clint keeps hinting that he wants more than friendship. thank goodness cal the stablehand just does his job. so really the last thing she's looking for is this insane attraction to a guest, especially one who lives in another state and is only in town for a week.

except the way that she connects with him. the way that he connects with her. nothing has ever felt so right. but how do you make something impossible work? skye is about ready to give up, but lucky for her adam happens to be a super smart engineer and solving problems is his jam. he surprises her in more ways than one, and it's totally sweet and enjoyable to read about.

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4 How Real Can you Get Stars
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This was a terrific take on opposites attracting and attracting hard. The computer geek drawn to the single mom rancher... now that has a different take to it...What was so engaging was how the geek wouldn't let all the tough... no not going there gal push him away. Wonderful read.

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A good sweet read.

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“You strode into my life in your cowboy boots and snug jeans and turned everything I know on its head.”

If you're anything like me—as in, a fan of sweet, light-hearted romance—then Catching the Cowgirl and the Cotton Creek series are definitely books to check out. Jennie Marts has such a charming way of writing, and her stories, like that of Adam and Skye, are happy, flirty and fun.

Easy to read. Easy to enjoy.

This one is a simple enough premise. Brilliant city boy (bonus points for the geek-factor; I do love an intellectual hero) meets gritty country girl, and boom, opposites are attracting all over the place. Throw in a little intrigue and a spooked horse, and you have a book that'll keep your interest long after the last pages is read.

Or maybe it's Adam that'll keep you interested… I loved him, with his glasses, terrible boots and complete and utter lack of outdoorsiness. I can relate to that. He was swoony, kind and sexy all in one nerdy package, and it was a no-brainer to fall for him.

Skye, on the other hand, I didn't warm to quite as well. At times, yes, she absolutely kicked-ass, and as a reviewer who adores cowboy romance, having a cowgirl taking charge was a welcome change. But… I couldn't help but feel like she was a little ungrateful here and there, and it stopped me from really loving her—though I liked, no doubt.

All in all, Catching the Cowgirl is another excellent Cotton Creekread, presented as part of a sweet, swoony series that's given us a park ranger, a fisherman and now, a cowgirl— and one I hope that, you, like me, are sure to become a fan of.

“ A week ago, I couldn’t possibly imagine spending my life with a cowgirl in Colorado, and now I can’t imagine spending my life without her. Without you.”

~ FOUR STARS ~

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In a world that thrives on speed, it's easy for a person to get lost in the shuffle. With Catching the Cowgirl, Jennie Marts delivers an important piece of advice with a light heart and a fun time. Adam and Skye have hectic lives that thrive on responsibilities and leave little time for relaxation. All of that changes when they meet each other. Can a workaholic businessman devote his heart to a spirited country girl? Ms. Marts makes it so easy to fall in love with small town tradition and down home living.

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They Say Opposites Attract
Adam is a workaholic computer gaming nerd, a partner in a successful business based in California, whilst Skye is a single mom working the family dude ranch in Colorado. He hates getting dirty (and whilst he lives near the ocean and enjoys the sounds from his window, he never goes on the beach) and if it wasn't for the office gym would never get any exercise. She is the outdoors type; running a ranch, horse riding, hiking, camping etc. Two polar opposites and yet, they totally fall for each other. But how can their love work with such opposing lifestyles? Loved it, highly recommended.
I received a complimentary copy of this book from NetGalley. I was not compensated for my review, and I was not required to write a positive review. The opinion expressed here is my own.

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Loved this book!! It was such a fun read. Everything you would expect from a book by Jennie!!

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I absolutely loved this book. It's everything you want in a book and more. It's so well written and Jennie paints a beautiful picture of not just the characters but living on a ranch in Colorado as well.

Skye owns a dude ranch in Colorado, coming home at nine months pregnant and living there since she took over after her father died. Her son now 13 is growing up and things change. People come and spend a week on the ranch to get the experience of what it's like. Adam is a game developer, when he and his two partners wanted to expand a current popular game, Brandon the hands on partner booked a week at the ranch so they'd get the authentic experience that they would incorporate into the game. It's what makes their games so popular. When the two partners get stuck and aren't able to make it, it's Adam by himself and the minute he steps off the bus and she's the little blonde in her boots and tight jeans his heart starts beating fast. Foreign to him because he's a neat and tidy kind of guy.
Skye feels the connection too and things spark between them. He connects with her son Cody right away. And then there is the neighbor who thinks he's got Skye in his pocket and he's the uber cowboy. You just know the guy is no good and I wanted to throat punch him at one point. Make that several points. Jacka@@.
Once these two spark which is done really well, it's great to see. Adam is trying to figure out all these new feelings and Skye who has been burned so badly in the past doesn't trust herself or him. She's trying but she gets pretty defensive in some situations and you'll read why. But these two are a match made in heaven, and I loved the way Adam just knew it was right.
Jennie wrote a great story here, complete with a little nutty, some steam, lots of love, a strong stubborn female and a big hearted, patient and loving man. Her writing sucks you right into the story and moves you right along. I loved it. It's a must read.
Great story Jennie!!

**arc from NetGalley and Entangled in exchange for a fair review**

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