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Book 2 in The Montana Ranch series
Heat Rating - Sweet - 1 Flame
Modern Western Romance novella
Blurb
Melody Bennett’s parents trampled on her teenage romance with a drifter ten years ago. He disappeared without a word of goodbyes on the night they had planned to run away together. Since then, she cast aside her foolish notions of happily ever after and worked hard alongside the hired help to care for the majestic horses on her family’s beloved ranch. She refused to give love another chance and resigned to live her life alone.
Max Fortaine returned with a heart guarded by secrets and a sizable bank account that took blood, prayers and tears to fund. The cowboy disrupted Melody’s peaceful existence with stolen kisses and a promise for more. After a lifetime of running, mistakes and regrets, he vowed to reclaim the only woman he ever loved… if only her overprotective father didn’t stand in his way.
Excerpt
“Did you ever
love me? At least tell me the truth on that.”
Surprise
overshadowed the anger that burned in his eyes. His chest heaved. “Yes, I did.
I’m sorry I made you doubt that.”
Her tight
control slipped and a tear slid down her face. Melody dug her nails into her
palms to regain control. “You owe me the truth.”
Max tunneled his
fingers through his spiky, dark blond hair. “I do, but I don’t want you to hate
me more than you already do.”
“I don’t hate
you. I did a long time ago but I forgave you.” She stepped back to give both of
them breathing room. As it was, all she could breathe in was his scent. She
felt suffocated and strangely at peace by it. “I’m happy, Max. My life is good.
I missed you for a while but I moved on. To answer your earlier question, no, I
don’t have a boyfriend. I’ve dated men after you, of course, but I’m single
now. That’s my choice.” She refused to tell him about her list of must-haves, her criterion for potential
love interests. Melody didn’t want him to know how much his betrayal had
affected her view on men and love. “Besides, I’m sure you moved on to other
women. I doubt a handsome man like you would have trouble finding a new
bedmate.”
He glanced away
and shifted his feet which confirmed her suspicion. She wrapped her arms around
her queasy stomach and walked toward a window. She peered through the slats of
the blinds but she didn’t see much of anything. “Do you have any idea what it’s
like to feel not good enough? Tell me why you left Willow Creek without me. I
don’t care what the answer is. I just want to know. I won’t hate you for it.”
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She needs to know why he left.
ReplyDeleteShe'll find out. Don't worry. :)
DeleteParents might have good intentions but sometimes they don't know as much as they think they do. Luckily, Melody is all grown up now.
ReplyDeleteYep. Old enough to make her own choices. :)
DeleteI suspect both of them needed to do some growing up before they could make a relationship work. I love second chance stories! You have me curious as to how Max made his money while he was gone and what he wants from Melody now. Good job!
ReplyDeleteI agree. They needed time to grow up. Second chance stories are my fav!
DeleteOh gosh! I want to know, too!!
ReplyDelete:) The story is on sale. Only .99 cents. Thanks!
DeleteShe sounds strong and mature, not an angst-filled teenager. Love that.
ReplyDeleteIntriguing blurb and excerpt. I'll be checking that one out. Good luck and thanks for sharing.
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