An almost night of abandoned passion, becomes a nightmare Wyatt Marshall would rather forget; yet a dark, sensual beauty haunts his dreams and refuses to free him from thoughts of what might have been.

One year later when a sweet, innocent and troubled angel lands on Wyatt’s doorstep, he struggles with the familiarity that he has seen her somewhere before. As the story progresses, secrets and lies are uncovered, and the danger that hovers over a pure and gentle soul, is set to be Wyatt’s ultimate undoing.

PROTECT ME, COWBOY is a fabulous tale packed with engaging characters, a captivating storyline and passion, romance and nagging ex-girlfriend that will appease the hunger of us diehard romantics!

Protect Me Cowboy takes readers to the tiny Montana town of Marietta where roping champion Wyatt Marshall catches up with Claire, the girl who left him unfulfilled in Las Vegas a year earlier. Book two in the 78th Copper Mountain rodeo series, this novella stands alone well and has enough plot twists to keep the pages turning. It's light, fun and was an enjoyable story to read.

a good read

Shelli Stevens is a new author to the Marietta Rodeo annual series but her book, Protect Me, Cowboy fits right in like a well-worn pair of boots. Like the first in the series this is a second chance story. It is a delightful read.

I was thrilled to see Wyatt get his own HEA and Ms. Stevens did him justice. He is the roping partner of Shelby in this year’s book one, Catch Me, Cowboy by Jeannie Watt. He is a good man and easy on the eyes as well as the heart. Without missing a beat by changing author this is a wonderful continuation of the 78th Copper Mountain Rodeo Series.

Claire doesn’t trust easily and I labeled her, “The Runner”, yeah I know she’s the singer but that is not how her actions defined her. It will take someone like the steadfast, reliable and stalwart Wyatt to give her reason to stay. This is cowboy romance is just plain ole fun, fun, fun.

4.5 Stars
An ARC of the book was given to me by the publisher through Net Galley.

Protect Me, Cowboy is a good source of entertainment when you're looking for a fun, quick read. Good stuff!

Claire knew the fine art of running all too well. She’d been doing it most of her life. One magical night she took a risk and flirted with the cowboy at the dive bar she sang at in Las Vegas. He’d just come off a huge win, and with her “keeper” out for the night she indulged herself in some flirting, a few drinks and the thought that she could have one night out of her life just for herself. It wasn’t to be. Her stalker found her alone, before she could have that special evening play out as they’d hoped. Yes, she escaped and ran… and most likely, she’d be running for the rest of her life.

Wyatt stared at the guest his sister had brought back to the ranch to rent one of their cabins for the rodeo weekend. A singer for the main band, one who hadn’t thought to reserve a room in town. Not too wise or worldly this blonde beauty – who reminded him of someone. The longer he was around Claire the more he was certain that she was his mysterious Vegas girl, Sin. Change the hair color and style, pour on some heavier make up and she’d be Sin’s twin. So he started to toss out comments, hints that he knew full well just who she was… even though he wasn’t truly sure himself. That one night he’d been stood up, played… he wanted answers, and she had them.

Protect Me, Cowboy is such an emotion grabbing romance. Wyatt had begun to lose his heart that night in Vegas, although he’d certainly not admit to it. He thought they’d made a connection and when she left him high and dry without a word he was angry and surprisingly hurt. Claire had done what was necessary for her own safety. Did she regret leaving Wyatt that night? Of course, but it wasn’t only her own safety that had kept her away – the man who stalked her was dangerous and she’d not visit his evil on anyone she remotely cared about.

Perhaps when she reinvented herself coming to Montana was a subconscious bid to find Wyatt, although the odds of that were truly against her. Now that she had him, could she possibly keep him… without endangering him or his family.

I enjoyed Wyatt and Claire’s romance very much. They may appear as different as day and night, but they work together. We also get to catch up with Shelby a bit from Catch Me, Cowboy as she is Wyatt’s partner. Carol, the town gossip is just as bad as ever but this time she’s put a life in danger with her ways. When we learn Claire’s background it’s obvious how brave and secure she’s become with Wyatt, and she’ll risk everything to keep him safe. Even if you’ve never been to Marietta, Montana (through the numerous series), I still believe you’d feel right at home and enjoy this story.

*I received an e-ARC of this novel from the publisher via NetGalley. That does not change what I think of this novel. It is my choice to leave a review giving my personal opinion about this story.*

Another good read set in Marietta, Montana. Like the hot cowboys and sassy women they love. This one is no different. However, the mini-mobster story felt a little out of place. Not sure why he was obsessed with her, and his brief appearance towards the end was not needed. The threat of him was enough, he didn't need to show up. Besides, more than likely he wouldn't have come alone. Besides this I did like the book, and highly recommend it.