Copper Creek Cowboy #2
by R.C. Ryan
Forever Romance
Release Date January 27, 2015
About THE REBEL OF COPPER CREEK:
A love worth fighting for . . .
The last thing widow Juliet Grayson needs is a man in her life. Between caring for her two young sons and maintaining her husband's ranch, her hands are more than full. Then she meets Griff Warren. With his quiet strength and his easy way with her boys, she's tempted to trust him. But if there's anything she's learned, it's that love only leads to heartbreak. Former Marine Griff Warren never thought he'd settle down.
Rebellious and proud, he's always been on his own . . . until the father he never knew he had died, leaving him with land that is his legacy and brothers to share the load. He doesn't need more than that. But Juliet touches something deep inside him-and he wants nothing more than to protect her and her sons. Now if only he can convince her to take a second chance at true love.
WOW! What can I say, I mean I didn't know what to expect. So, we have arrived at book two in Copper Creek Cowboy. I honestly thought there would be a little more talk about Bear's death or more clues reveal about his death. Not really. However, The Rebel of Copper Creek focuses more on Juliet and Griff. Not only that it focuses on a saying: "Every road we've taken leads us to where we need to be now." Yet at the beginning, Juliet and Griff would probably disagree on that saying. As the story progress they start to understand that what they went through was a journey to bring them together.
So, we have Griff who is still trying to find his way and not sure where he fits in. Even though the MacKenzie have welcoming him in with open arms, he's still not sure if it's real. After all, all he really crave was a family and now that he has one he's unsure of himself. Then you have Juliet who is young widow. Let me say that when I read Widow Grayson I conjured up someone old. So, when Griff meets Juliet he's not the only one surprise to find how young she happens to be.
I liked The Rebel of Copper Creek, because we have two people that trying to find their way in Copper Creek. Not only that Juliet is trying to live her life and still keep the memory of her decease husband alive. Basically, she's afraid to move on. So, we watch Juliet walking this fine line of trying to figure out how to live and not forget the memory. That was interesting to watch. The other interesting part was the trouble that was happening at Juliet's place. I have to say that I liked how the author made it seem like it was one particular person. I thought it was clever. Overall, I have to say that I'm impress with the story and love that it actually build to a pretty dramatic ending. So, if you are looking for a well written story that will keep you entrance, you might give The Rebel of Copper Creek a try.
So, we have Griff who is still trying to find his way and not sure where he fits in. Even though the MacKenzie have welcoming him in with open arms, he's still not sure if it's real. After all, all he really crave was a family and now that he has one he's unsure of himself. Then you have Juliet who is young widow. Let me say that when I read Widow Grayson I conjured up someone old. So, when Griff meets Juliet he's not the only one surprise to find how young she happens to be.
I liked The Rebel of Copper Creek, because we have two people that trying to find their way in Copper Creek. Not only that Juliet is trying to live her life and still keep the memory of her decease husband alive. Basically, she's afraid to move on. So, we watch Juliet walking this fine line of trying to figure out how to live and not forget the memory. That was interesting to watch. The other interesting part was the trouble that was happening at Juliet's place. I have to say that I liked how the author made it seem like it was one particular person. I thought it was clever. Overall, I have to say that I'm impress with the story and love that it actually build to a pretty dramatic ending. So, if you are looking for a well written story that will keep you entrance, you might give The Rebel of Copper Creek a try.
Copy provided by Forever Romance via NetGalley
Excerpt of The Rebel of Copper Creek:
She opened a second door to reveal a bathroom fit
for a queen, with a tub and shower big enough for an army, a lovely oval sink
and mirror, and all of it done in shades of white marble.
She turned to him with a look of alarm. “Oh, Griff.
I don’t belong here.”
He merely smiled.
“Neither do I. But I won’t tell
if you don’t.” His smile grew. “I say we just kick back and enjoy all this
until they discover we’re frauds.”
She tried to laugh, but it came out in a sigh.
Before she could say more he touched a finger to her
lips. Just a touch, but they both looked
stunned at his boldness.
He lowered his hand and took a step back. “I’d better say goodnight and get out of
here.”
“Wait.” She
caught his hand and held it tightly.
“Just stay a minute more. I’m
feeling overwhelmed.”
His smile was quick and charming. “I’m feeling overwhelmed myself. But it’s not the room, it’s the woman in it.”
“Don’t joke, Griff.”
His smile disappeared. “It’s no joke. And if I don’t leave you right now, I just
might not make it out of here.”
He got as far as the door before turning to look at
her. That was his downfall. In quick strides he crossed the room and
grabbed her in a fierce embrace.
“I almost made it.”
The words were whispered against her temple as he began brushing hot,
wet kisses down the side of her face until she turned her head slightly and his
lips found hers. “I know you told me you
don’t like this.” His voice was a rough growl of desperation.
“That’s what
I said. But right this minute I can’t
tell you that, Griff.” She clung to
him. “I need you hold me, just for a
minute.”
“If I stay for a minute, it could turn into
hours. I may not be able to leave at
all. In fact, it’s already too late. I
know what touching you does to me.”
And then he took the kiss deep, nearly devouring
her.
Her body was crushed against him, her heartbeat
wildly matching his. The feel of her
ragged breath, her pounding pulse, added more fuel to the fire that raged
through him.
“Wait, Griff.
I need a minute…”
Her words barely penetrated the fog that seemed to
have taken over his control.
Instead of doing as she asked, he backed her across
the room until they were stopped by the press of the wall against her
back. They barely noticed the bump of
their bodies as they continued the kiss until they were nearly crawling inside
each other’s skin.
He was so hot he could barely catch a breath. Lifting his head, he breathed deeply before
lowering his face to hers. “I could stay
the night. I could…”
She lifted a hand to his mouth. “Wait.
Stop. I need to think.”
“I can’t think.
My brain…” He sucked in air,
hoping to clear his mind.
“We can’t do this.”
She put a hand to his chest.
“I know. I
know.” He caught her hand in his. “I’ll go.”
As he started to turn away she lifted herself on tip
toe to brush his mouth with hers. “I
don’t want you to, but I know I need to send you away.”
He half-turned back to her. “I don’t have to…”
“Yes.
No.” She breathed deeply. “Yes.
Go.”
His hands closed around her shoulders. “Was that no?
Or go?”
She looked up at the same moment he looked
down. They bumped noses, then both burst
into laughter.
They laughed so hard they clung together, shaking
and laughing.
He pressed his forehead to hers and managed another
shaky breath. “Okay. At least I know we’re both crazy.” He held her a little away and stared deeply
into her eyes before giving a groan.
“I’m going now. Just…” He backed away. “…don’t touch me or I won’t make it.”
She stayed where she was, watching as he backed
across the room. Straightening his
shoulders he turned and opened the door.
He stepped out and pulled it firmly shut behind him.
About R.C. Ryan:
New York Times bestselling author R.C. Ryan has written more than ninety novels, both contemporary and historical. Quite an accomplishment for someone who, after her fifth child started school, gave herself the gift of an hour a day to follow her dream to become a writer. In a career spanning more than twenty years, Ms. Ryan has given dozens of radio, television, and print interviews across the country and Canada, and has been quoted in such diverse publications as the Wall Street Journal and Cosmopolitan. She has also appeared on CNN News, and Good Morning America. R.C. Ryan is a pseudonym of New York Times bestselling author Ruth Ryan Langan.
R.C. Ryan’s SM:
Love western romances, contemporary or historical either one. Just love cowboys in jeans and their men who live by the Cowboy Code. Thanks for your stories, R.C.! jdh2690@gmail.com
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