A Wild West, gender-bent "Cinderella" retelling? Yes! And written by Karen Witemeyer? Absolutely!
Samantha Dearing is recently returned from Boston finishing school to her native Texas, and her father, Eli Dearing, known the community's cattle king, throws a party for her, which ends up being a prospective suitor gathering, which infuriates Samantha. Meanwhile, on the night of Samantha's ball, Asher Ellis trespasses and pilfers in Eli's office, looking for evidence that he forced his stepmother and younger brothers off their rented property unjustly. When stopping to help in a situation involving Samantha's younger brother Clint, Asher leaves behind his fancy boot. Samantha discovers it and begins to dream of the mysterious heroic stranger who saved Clint. Will Asher reveal himself as the stranger? Will Samantha give him a chance, once she learns of his rifling through her father's desk? Will the Ellis family return to their homestead? Read to discover these answers and more, like who is attempting to harm Samantha?

If the Boot Fits, by Karen Witemeyer, is the second book in the Texas Ever After series. This novel, a western retelling of the classic Cinderella story, is simply enthralling. Filled with cleverly reimagined fairytale elements, as well as romance, intrigue, and adventure, this book is utterly entertaining and endearing. 

Within this novel, Ms. Witemeyer uses her extensive writing talents to fill the pages with a memorable story that readers are certain to enjoy. With characters and settings that are very engaging and thoughtfully described, If the Boot Fits is a genuinely uplifting novel. Recognizable characters are developed in refreshingly unconventional ways, though the timeless themes of love, humility, compassion, and courage are still there to be savored. Despite the looming threats of mystery, deceit, and serious dangers, the main characters display hearts filled with strength and honor, while bravely choosing self-sacrifice and forgiveness. These meaningful moments of courage and integrity are intertwined with plenty of surprising twists making this book truly enjoyable. 

If the Boot Fits is a well-written, heartwarming, and special story. From the first page to the last, this novel is a true delight. I eagerly recommend it to all readers, and I look forward to reading the next book in this series. 

*I was given a copy of this book by the publisher/author. A review was not required. The review I have written is voluntary and contains opinions that are entirely my own.

This is book two in the Texas Ever After series, however it is a stand alone novel. I love the writing style of Karen Witemeyer. She does such a good job at developing her characters and plot. Asher Ellis and Samantha Dearing have so much to learn about themselves and each other. I love both the Ellis and the Dearing family. I found myself smiling and even actually laughing out loud in this book. I always look forward to reading books by Witemeyer.
I was given a copy of this book for my honest opinion.

I enjoyed this book. Really liked that the dad wasn't mean after all and the Cinderella storyline was fun.

If the Boot Fits was such a fun historical romance story! I loved the characters and the reverse retelling of Cinderella. So cute!

The Story had danger, mystery, and I loved trying to figure out what was really going on. The romance was so good and I really liked Samantha's character. She wasn't quick to jump to conclusions and seemed to be level-headed.

All in all, If the Boot Fits was a great read and I loved it. Excited to read the next book in the series whenever I can.

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I really enjoyed reading this creative retelling of the Cinderella story with a western twist!

The main characters Samantha and Asher were likeable, funny and worked great together. I also liked seeing Samantha’s relationship with her father evolve throughout the story. Drama, clean romance, lots of laughs and secrets-I couldn’t put this book down! I absolutely loved it and recommend if you enjoy easy to read, western romance stories.

I voluntarily reviewed a complimentary copy of this book. All opinions and views expressed are my own.

Perfect Western romance! I loved this twist on a Cinderella story. Asher Ellis has struggled to help provide for his stepmother & brothers after his father passed away. He’s been sending them the majority of his wages for years, only to find that their landlord, the local cattle king, has evicted them. Asher is infuriated by the injustice, determined to set things right. His attempts to get more information on Eli Dearing backfire, and lead him to save a drowning boy. Eventually his paths cross with Samantha Dearing, daughter of the cattle king. Samantha and Asher are drawn together, both by several mysterious accidents as well as a strong attraction. Asher is determined to find a way to keep Samantha safe as threats on her life continue.

The characters were all so endearing. I loved Asher’s determination to care for those he loves. I also admired his ability to take responsibility for his mistakes. Samantha showed the importance of expressing emotions and keeping open communication in relationships. I loved the changes we saw in her relationship with her father.
I’ve read a few books by this author before, but this is by far my favorite. Highly recommend!

If the Boot Fits by Karen Witemeyer is a fun, faith-based retelling of Cinderella. Set in Texas, this romantic adventure with a touch of mystery features characters who are engaging, and a plot that is full of twists and turns. Samantha and Asher’s journeys as they seek fit in at home after time away provides an interesting and enjoyable story.
This is the first book in the Texas Ever After series that I have read, and I am eager to read the first in the series while I wait for the third! Thank you to NetGalley, the author, and the publisher for my advanced review copy. All opinions and thoughts are my own.

This is classic Witemeyer. If you are a fan, you will love this offering. This one is very loosely based on the Cinderella story in a gender switched situation. It is a nice romance with fun characters and a hero you really want to root for.

If the boot fits

I loved Asher and Samantha’s story. A great historical. Someone is trying to kill Samantha. They didn’t realize what was happening at first. Will they figure out who it is and why? I loved how close Samantha was to her family, especially her brother. A lot of great characters in the book. I never suspected the bad guy.

I received an advance copy of the book from NetGalley. This book review is my own opinion.

An installment of the Texas Ever After series by Karen Witemeyer, If the Boot Fits is a western version of the classic Cinderella story. However, readers will find more than one role reversal in the tale and what fun it is! I can always count on this author for a romantic drama laced with humor and often a bit of mystery and suspense. This one has it all.

Samantha Dearing is the daughter of a wealthy rancher. Their relationship has been filled with misunderstanding since the death of her mother and Sam feels unloved and unwanted. When her father plans a ball in her honor and invites all the eligible bachelors in the area, she is convinced he wants to be rid of her.

Asher Ellis is convinced that Eli Dearing has wrongfully evicted his mother and is determined to find evidence while the household is preoccupied with the ball. As luck would have it he is discovered and manages to make a quick getaway. Unfortunately Samantha’s younger brother chases him and falls into the pond. During the rescue, Asher loses one of his distinctive boots and of course Samantha finds it. So thus begins the retelling of Cinderella.

Be ready to put all your preconceived notions of the Cinderella story to rest because Witemeyer has managed to upend them all. Few of the characters are what you expect and their interactions are both heartwarming and fun. Faith plays a strong role also with prayers and scripture featured often. Danger and mystery, forgiveness and reconciliation are all deftly woven together in a delightful tale that will brighten the reader’s day.

Karen Witemeyer hits it out of the park again!

I loved this book because it showed Witemeyer's trademark humor and heart. The romance between Samantha and Asher was beautifully done. And I am always impressed that the author doesn't choose to use miscommunication as a way to propel the story forward. Instead, she showcases how honesty can grow a relationship AND how a story can still develop without the unnecessary drama.

As much as I loved the book, it also broke my heart at one point. I won't spoil it, but my goodness. I felt it for a couple days. The author handled it masterfully, but it still got me.

Overall, fans of Witemeyer certainly can't miss this one! It's my favorite of the series so far.

I received a complimentary copy of this novel from the publisher. All expresses opinions belong to me.

Samantha Dearing returns from school and is the guest of honor at her welcome home party, thrown by her father. Unbeknownst to her, he has invited all of the eligible bachelors from his social circle and given them the impression she’s looking for a well to do husband. Coincidentally, they also seem to be good prospects to help her father expand his ranching business, Three Cedars.

Asher Ellis used the cover of the fancy party to sneak onto the Three Cedars ranch to search for evidence of wrongdoing. When he hears a boy’s cry as he flees the grounds, he saves the boy and accidentally leaves a boot behind as he hurriedly leaves the ranch.

I have really enjoyed this series so far! I love the spin on the fairy tale Cinderella - he loses his boot instead of her losing a slipper and her being the daughter of the cattle king (aka a “princess”).

Read this for:
- A sweet love story
- Excellent setting in the Wild West
- Protective hero
- Gender-bent fairy tale retelling
- Natural interweaving of faith into the plot
- Action and an engaging plot

Thank you to Bethany House Publishing for the gifted copy. All thoughts are my own.

A whimsical retelling of Cinderella mixed with romance, danger and intrigue.

I knew that I was going to fall in love with this book even more than the first one in this series by Karen Witemeyer. I'm happy that these were the first books I've ever tried of hers, because they make me want to pick up more. I loved the nod to Cinderella in this story, the touches of the boots as the glass slipper, magical mice and not so "evil" Stepmothers.

*thank you to Bethany House and NetGalley for a copy of this book to read and review. All thoughts are my own.

"After being banished to finishing school for the last three years, she'd calculated her rank to be somewhere below the steers and above the chickens" (location 84). I was immediately intrigued as Samantha returned home to Texas only to find her dad getting ready to marry her off. When she meets a mysterious man, he lingers in her memory long after he's fled the scene, leaving his boot behind.

I enjoyed Asher and Samantha. I appreciated that Samantha didn't freak out when she found out who he was. There was a lot of danger that she faced and I enjoyed trying to figure out who the culprit was along with them. There were some crazy, unexpected twists. It was a great read. I'd highly recommend it.

Thank you to Bethany House for providing me with a free e-copy of this book. All opinions are my own.

I loved these characters, the setting and the faith content. Samantha has returned to Texas from finishing school in Boston and discovers her father has set up a ball in her honor to find her a match. She feels like he is trying to get rid of her and takes offense. Meanwhile, Asher has a grunge against Samantha's dad and is trying to find proof he did wrong to Asher's family. As the story progresses, it appears someone is out for Samantha. Can they catch this person before she gets seriously hurt? There was one scene that really frightened me and made me want to skip ahead a few pages, but I didn't want to miss anything. I enjoyed watching the friendship develop and grow to romance. I also really liked that Samantha confronted her father with her feelings and didn't hold back when she discovered information that could help figure out who was behind things. There is a strong faith message shared, and I absolutely loved the way Eli responded to the revelation.

What a fun, fresh Cinderella retelling! I loved that the roles were reversed in this novel (hint: it’s the man who loses the shoe!). I really liked the heroine and hero, Samantha and Asher. Samantha is compassionate and has a huge heart for those less fortunate. I loved her growth from an immature girl to a mature young lady who developed a love and respect for her father. I also really liked Asher’s growth as he learns more about the cattle rancher who has driven his family off their land. And the romance between Samantha and Asher is the perfect blend of spark-filled romance and realistic love. In addition to fantastic characters, there are twists and turns that add mystery and danger to the novel. And, of course, the wonderful tidbits of faith are so well woven into the story. I absolutely loved this novel and cannot wait for the next one by this talented author!

I received a complimentary copy of this book from the author. Opinions expressed in this review are entirely my own.

FLIPPIN THE SCRIPT ON CINDERELLA in such a fun way!
Another wonderfully westernized fairy tale from award-winning author, Karen Witemeyer.
This book had a bit of everything to suit my fancies, from never-ending danger, heroic rescues and gently growing romance between Asher Ellis and Samantha Dearing. Faith was masterfully woven throughout and the nods to the Cinderella story were charming. The story had me both laughing and crying at times.
Quotable: "Friends share thoughts and worries with each other. It's how we lighten the burden and find the strength to keep moving forward when situations try to beat us down."

"Gallopin' goose feathers, Fergus! Don't scare like that," His youngest brother snickered as he rounded the lean-to, milk bucket in hand.

HIGHLY RECOMMEND: I cannot wait for the next fairytale reimagining later in December!

I received an eVersion from the publisher and NetGalley. All opinions are mine alone without expectation or compensation.

This book was so fun. Though If the Boot Fits is a Cinderella retelling, it was not predictable. I loved the twists Witemeyer included.

Asher, though imperfect, is a wonderful hero. I loved the way he doted on his stepmother and two younger brothers. And Samantha is wonderful too. Not only because she shows her younger brother such devotion but also how hard she tries to be an example of Christian charity.

It was also great seeing Asher and Samantha overcome the glaring differences between them. The romance isn’t too fast or too slow, but a perfect balance.

Overall, If the Boot Fits is an imaginative retelling of Cinderella with a western twist.

I absolutely loved this twist on the Cinderella story!!!! I love anything this author writes and this was no exception! I can't wait for the next book in this series!!!