have no idea why this book, originally published in 2009 with a different cover, is being re-released, but it is, with a release date of March 8th. When I requested this book from NetGally, having never read Ms. Brown’s books, I thought I was getting new work, not a nine year old book being dusted off and re-covered. I do think the new cover is way better.

The dialog is way past the “Texas twang” mentioned in the blurb, and uses every cliche ever written about Texas and Texans. Talk about bad stereotypes.

The story is pretty good. The plot is okay, and the pace is quick and linear. The constant bickering between Jane and Slade got old. I understood from very early that the two main characters didn’t like or trust each other, it didn’t need to be used as a mental battering ram. Sometimes silence speaks louder than words. When they finally decide that the bickering is foreplay, the sex scenes...aren’t there. Just a big zero. Apparently they tear up the sheets off page, but we hardly get a hint.

We get to hear them talk about old movies at length. Some of that was pretty witty. There are several conversations about books, so many in fact that I wondered at times if I was reading a book or a review blog!

The grandmother, Nellie, singlehandedly saved the book from a 1 star rating. She was great. Her sister wasn’t bad either. However, Slade’s previous love interests were an insult to Texas women. Trashy, trashy, trashy.

If you’re in the mood to read about basically good people, church going people with big hearts, you might enjoy this book...if you aren’t from Texas. Texas people might feel a little belittled. Keep in mind that the author was born in Texas, but makes her home in Oklahoma. Oklahoma loves to make fun of Texas, so the whole thing may be a little “tongue-in-cheek.”

Enjoy! (Tongue firmly in cheek!)

2shay

Jane Day is on the run from the men in her life, who want her dead. When she comes to live (hide) on a ranch, Slade Luckadeau is having none of it. The chemistry and banter between the two main characters is fun to watch ignite and I genuinely enjoyed this book! Keeps you on your toes all the way to the end, and even then you'll want to read it again!

Reprint. This book was just okay. The banter wasn't charming like some others I've read. I like some of Carolyn Brown's books better.

This is the second book in her Luckadeau series from 2009. I've read many books by Carolyn Brown and she never disappoints me. Good series, I will continue reading her.

I really enjoyed this story, not sure if it's a rewrite or not as old reviews were so diverse.
Jane is on the run from her ex and stumbles into some good luck and a happy new home. She and the cowboy clashed like crazy, their banter hilarious. She's not a simpering needy woman but a little spitfire that he doesn't know what to do with.
Great bit of suspense in the latter half of the book, wondering how it would work out kept me glued to my kindle.
Great story, amusing characters, all round I recommend it for an entertaining read.

I love reading books by Carolyn Brown, and this one was really good. I liked the adventure mixed in with all the fun of the Senior ladies, and of course the romance. This one scored high for me and I am looking forward to the next book in this series.

Spitfire meets brick wall...one of the most enjoyable stories about stubborn meets stubborn I've ever read. From beginning to end, there wasn't a moment where I wasn't completely engaged with and felt connected to Slade and Jane. Snappy comebacks and banter, hilarious and at the same time smart dialog...you can't get better reading entertainment than what Ms Brown has provided. Throw in intrigue and suspense with a cast of quirky characters and you've got the perfect story to lose yourself in.

This ARC book was complimentary, provided by the Publisher and NetGalley. I am voluntarily providing my honest review.