Nick wasn't looking for trouble when he joined the branding crew. The bounty hunter lost his trail, and Nick was content with things until Boss Donovan's daughter shows up. Jamie has the reputation that "half of Texas worships the ground her cows walk on." Despite the immediate attraction, the last thing Nick wants is a spoiled heiress on the trail. So Nick makes her a deal: he's in charge, and when the job's done, she owes him one night in his bed. All night.On the brink of bankruptcy, Jamie has maintained the illusion of solvency while she's hocked even her mother's jewelry for this last chance of restored affluence. She needs Nick to be the ramrod, the foreman, and teach her how to drive men and cattle. The deadly machinations of Boss' old enemies, however, threaten to destroy Jamie's dreams of success. As her fierce determination and strength of character inspire the men around her, Jamie fights to succeed in this dangerous cross-country venture.As secrets reveal themselves, ASKING FOR TROUBLE dramatically recreates the dangers of riding cattle from Texas to Montana in the 1880's. Geri Borcz remarkable writing style dazzles with her original turn of phrase and teasing words. Borcz chooses words that convey a lush sensuality even as she describes the desert trail and harsh terrain. Sexy, tumultuous, and vividly realized, ASKING FOR TROUBLE lives up to its title with flair.
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Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 23 years ago
ASKING FOR TROUBLE is a great read. Jamie Donovan needs a man who can get her cattle to market and she finds just the man who can do it when she meets rugged and dangerously attractive Nick Colter. The sparks fly between Jamie and Nick and their romance heats the pages like the West Texas sun. If you've been longing to sit a horse and take a ride on the wide open spaces this is the book for you. It is fast-paced with enough witty dialogue to keep you well-entertained. You won't be disappointed!
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