Rose O’Malley is taking care of her aunt’s B&B while her aunt is out of town. She has spent ten years in the military, speaks seven languages, but only has several weeks to decide to whether to continue her military career. Hud Baker knows that Rose, his first love, is back in town. Will she be staying and if so, does he dare try to convince her that they belong together? Rose is having some serious thoughts about Hud as well and when he steps in to help her at the B&B and rescues a woman and her baby from a fire, she knows he is the one for her happy ever after. A pleasant western romance by an author who knows how to write a “feel good” love story. I received an advance review copy at no cost and without obligation for an honest review. (by paytonpuppy)

I received an advanced copy of this book from the publisher.

This is my first book by this author - I own several, however I’ve never read any yet.

I found parts that could’ve been left out, but I truly loved Aunt Luna and her crazy antics. I have not read previous books in the series so I felt lost when they mentioned Hud and Rose running into each other again after several years apart.
Paul and a echo made me mad and I wanted to slap the crap out of Echo and show her that she was truly missing out on precious moments with her only child. Paul got everything he deserves when Luna moves to the compound.

This was a cute book and I enjoyed it, but it lacked something the others in the series had. Normally, once I start a book I have to make myself put it down with this one it was very easy to put this book down and come back to it, which is unusual. As I said earlier, this was a cute story and I did enjoy it, but it wasn't quite as immersive as others in the series.

Another addition to Carolyn Brown's Longhorn Canyon series. Rose and Hudson met in junior high, but Rose's very strict father didn't like it and moved the family to a commune. They never forgot each other. After growing up and serving 10 years in the military Rose is back to take care of her Aunt's run down bed and breakfast while she's on vacation. Guess who shows up to do repairs? Is the spark still there?You'll have to read the book. No spoilers here.

Set in the back drop of the Ranch land of Texas Carolyn Brown gives us another amazing book filled with humor, love and family.
Hudson Baker was shocked when her realized that Cactus Rose O'Malley was back in town she had stolen his heart all the way back in Junior High School.
Rose was just as floored when she saw the handsome Cowboy Hud Baker after all of these years.
This story will pull at your heart strings and make make you laugh in book the best kind to read. Thank you again Carolyn for giving us magic.

This book kept my interest all the way through. It is a story of re-established friendship and love. Rose and Hud were best friends in high school, and during one summer, Rose moved away to live in a commune with her family. They reconnect while she is deciding what to do next...either return to the military for another tour of duty or something else. Her Aunt Luna comes to visit, and the three of them have some entertaining moments. This is a happily ever over romance, but not one of my favorite books by Carolyn Brown. I received an ARC of this book from NetGalley and Forever (Grand Central Publishing). All opinions expressed here are my own.

I really enjoyed the first book I read by this author but this one, not so much. It wasn't a bad story and it certainly has its funny moments especially with the character Aunt Luna. To me a great book is one that catches your interest right at the start and holds it until the last page. This story didn't do that for me and I forced myself to finish it so I could write a review.

Light romance with a few characters that you may know from her previous books. I haven't read all the cowboy series so I only recognized a few of them . It is not necessary to read the series in order to understand the setting, backstories, or characters. Characters are fun, the dialogue is spot on Texas, southern and a lot of fun. If you want a sweet feel good romance with minimal non descriptive sex and profanity in just the right places -this is a book you'll enjoy! No book report here, jacket cover gives adequate description. This book is good but I like some of her other romance and women's fiction better, that why 4 stars not 5. Good quick read! Enjoy!
I received this book as a complimentary copy for an unbiased review.The opinions expressed are my own.Thanks to the author,publisher,and NetGalley for the ARC.

I particularly liked the ups and downs with Hud and Rose. It seemed like a lot of natural events paralleled their relationship. Regardless, the story had a happy ending. The only thing that I found bothersome in this story was the characters came across as much older than they were, which may have been from their accents. Otherwise this was a good story.

*I received a free copy of this book through NetGalley and am voluntarily leaving my review.

The story of Rose O’Malley and Hud Baker is a second chance love story. They met in middle school and crushed on each other. He was from a respected ranching family and her family was more transient. Her family left and moved to a commune where she grew up. She later went into the Army. While on leave, Rose is now back in town taking care of her aunt’s B & B while Aunt Molly is traveling.
There Rose reconnects with Hud. A man who seems always to be rescuing those in need.
We get a chance to meet Rose’s aunt Luna who brings some comedy to the story as well as words of wisdom.
It’s a story about second chances, love and family. That said, maybe because I have not read the previous stories, I found it to be ok, but not memorable. More of a “month in the life “ of the characters .
I was entrusted a copy of this book by Netgalley and Forever. The opinions expressed are solely my own.

I liked a lot about this book - but it also confused me. I liked (Cactus) Rose and Hud a lot - bu I loved Rose's Aunt Luna. She pretty much stole the entire book. I also deeply appreciated that Rose was a veteran. Too often the brave women in our military.

The main focus of the story is reconnecting with your first love. Rose and Hud were junior-high school sweethearts for a year. Rose's family was extremely strict and she grew up in a commune. She met Hud while her family was away from the commune one year. Hud is the quintessential rancher/cowboy. He is also a volunteer firefighter and all around hard-working, good guy. They are extremely well matched and from the moment we meet up with them, you can see that there is no doubt they fit together like peas and carrots.

Almost all of the drama from the book comes in the form of weather, family, and external sources. The only mild drama between Rose and Hud comes from a misunderstanding and over-reaction by Rose.

It is definitely a feel good book with very tame sexy-times.

I will say - that a lot happens in this book - and nothing happens all at the same time. Hud and Rose are sweet - but maybe a little too every-day for my taste. Its the side characters taht make the book worth it.

I received this book as an ARC from NetGalley, but these opinons are my own!

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Cowboy Courage takes readers back to small town Texas where neighbors help each other and the cowboys are dreamy. Rose is at a crossroads in life and has to decide. She reconnects with hottie Hudson from her past and the two ske up for lost time. The character that absolutely steals the story is Aunt Luna and her Madame. I was thoroughly entertained by her antics. Brown knows how to write and I inhale her books.

Cowboy Courage is a crazy sweet addition to the Longhorn Canyon series. Crazy because in this story every time Hud and Rose are together something happens: broken pipes, an eccentric old lady with a named weapon, overeager animals and cops. Sweet because Carolyn Brown’s imagination creates unforgettable characters, like Luna and Chester that populate her stories. HUD and Rose were each other’s first love at 14. They haven’t seen much of each other in years, but time hasn’t dimmed the attraction. They might get to see where it could lead if there always didn’t seem to be a crisis whenever they are together. This book is a joy to read, filled with laughter and family. Series fans will enjoy catching up with old friends from earlier books in the Longhorn Canyon series, but this certainly can be read as a stand-alone. I voluntarily reviewed an advance copy of this book from NetGalley. Most highly recommend.

COWBOY COURAGE by Carolyn Brown is another book in the Longhorn Canyon series. I really liked Hudson's story, a total sweetheart! I loved that Rose was a veteran and needing to decide on what direction to take her life. I have to admit there were several times in this story that I couldn't help laughing out loud!

A sweet western second chance romance
Hud Baker and Cactus Rose O'Malley fell in love in love at first sight in junior high school. Living in a commune, she didn't have the luxury of a normal life. Unfortunately she was only there for two years before her family moved away breaking both their hearts.
Fifteen years later,they meet in another town, neither had married and it was like a bolt of lightening again.
They talk, date and take their second chance, but to get there, we are treated to their insecurities, their current lives and their (mostly hers) quirky families. Disasters are survived as are misunderstandings. The characters are divinely real and their emotions are written exactly right.
Ms. Brown pens this tale so well, you feel as though, and wish you were living it near them. Exquisite emotions, fabulous descriptions and lots of humor will bring this to the top of the charts.
I requested and received this ARC from NetGalley and was thrilled to luck out. The release timing will make it a great Valentine's present for two of my friends. I can't wait to hear their opinion. My opinion is strictly my own....but I'm sure you'll feel the same. I wish I could give it a ten.