Monday, August 24, 2015

Counting on a Cowboy

GIVEAWAY

CLOPTON, DEBRA
COUNTING ON A COWBOY

After losing everything she held dear, Abby never wants to love again. But a certain cowboy may just spur her to wonder if love might be worth the risk.

Running from a past that haunts her, Abby Knightly is drawn to the cozy town of Wishing Springs, Texas. Maybe this small town could offer hope and healing and a future for Abby . . . if she's brave enough to reach out and take it by the reins.

Bo Monahan isn't interested in the new romantic destination his little town has become---or the women who might be looking at him like he's their next Mr. Right. Between taking care of his Pops and his growing stirrup business, he isn't looking for serious romantic commitments. But when the infant son he never knew about shows up at his doorstep, his world is turned upside down.

This confirmed bachelor might not think he needs a wife, but he sure needs help. Even Abby can see that, and despite her best efforts to keep her distance, she can't help but be drawn to this new father-son duo. As Abby throws herself into helping Bo navigate fatherhood, hope sparks between them, revealing that maybe, just maybe, they can navigate their dark pasts and emerge together into a future as bright as the Texas sun itself.

My Review:

I want to say 'Best Romantic Comedy Ever' but as I think back on this story I realize there are a lot of really intensely emotional issues that various characters are struggling to deal with. So there's definitely gritty realism delivered in an honest, and sometimes heart wrenching, way but I still start grinning when I think about Counting on a Cowboy. I guess the humorous bits that shine through the drama really made an impact on me.

Like two cowboy brothers dealing with the day in, day out care of an infant: "Aw, come, Jarrod. Give me a break. I've changed him three times and you should see the stuff coming out of that kid. Maybe we should take him to the doc." (p. 75) Bumbling cowboys out of their element are always a treat to read about.

As is the simmering romance between Bo and Abby. Attraction confirmed, desire to do something about it, not so much. Because it's truly complicated. From a crash bang first meet to Abby's painful past, there just doesn't seem to be a way for them to move forward. Cue the audacious town matchmakers -- Clara Lyn and Reba -- though, honestly, their clumsy attempts do more harm than good a time or two. And that's because they don't have all the facts.

Neither does the reader when it comes to Abby's haunting past. Clopton expertly tantalizes with subtle hints that grow clearer as the story progresses. I was gutted by the time the whole truth was revealed but thrilled when Bo proves to finally be the hope for her future.

Clopton delivers another spellbinding read. Lovin' this series to pieces. Bring on Book 3 of A Four of Hearts Ranch Romance.

My thanks to Litfuse Publicity Group and Thomas Nelson for providing me with a copy of this book.


GIVEAWAY OPPORTUNITY

If you would like an opportunity to win a copy of Counting on a Cowboy please leave a comment below or email me at kavluvstoreadATyahooDOTca. If you post a comment and add your email address, please use AT and DOT instead of @ and . in the address to protect yourself from spammers. If you enter the draw via email please remember to put the title in the subject line so that it's easy for me to spot your entry. Draw will be held and winner announced on Sunday August 30 2015. Offer open to international readers. Good luck!
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Enter today by clicking the icon below. But hurry, the giveaway ends on September 8th. The winner will be announced September 9th on Debra's blog.
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28 comments:

  1. I only just recently started reading Debra Clopton's books. I am loving her cowboy romances. You know, Kav, I notice you have a thing for cowboy's (in your romance read,) too. :)

    tlhcoupon (at) hotmail (dot) com

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    1. Busted!!!! LOL -- but I'd make a lousy cowgirl because I'm a vegetarian so it's only in my dreams. LOL Good luck, trosado.

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  2. This one sounds like a must read, Kav!

    mauback55 at gmail dot com

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    1. This whole series is, Melanie. Good luck!

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  3. Cowboys, mmmmm ! Cowboy stories are always a great read aren't they, Kav ?
    Deanne
    Cnnamongirl at aol dot com

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    1. They are indeed and there seems to be a host of new ones on the market all the time. Good luck, Deanne.

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  4. I have seen quite a few books in Christian Fiction about Cowboys. YeeHaw! Count me in on the giveaway.
    Janet E.
    von1janet(at)gmail(dot)com

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    1. Cowboys are definitely popular in Christian fiction. Good luck, Janet.

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  5. I loved the first book in this series and can't wait to get my hands on this one! Thanks so much for the chance to be a winner.

    texaggs2000 at gmail dot com

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    1. You're welcome, Britney. So many wonderful characters to catch up with. You'll love it. Good luck!

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  6. Her books are fun to read. kamundsen44(at)yahoo(dot)com.

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  7. I have never read any of her books. Sounds very interesting. I would love to win and try a new author. Thanks for sharing your thoughts.
    amylsmith at bledsoe DOT net

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  8. Counting on a Cowboy sounds fun, I love cowboys!
    worthy2bpraised at gmail dot com

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  9. Since I have "Betting on Hope" I really want to add this to my collection! And reading your review makes it even more appealing, Kav! Thanks for the chance :-)

    teamob4 (at) gmail (dot) com

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    1. Oh yes, you do. Welcome back to Wishing Springs!!!! I want to move there. Good luck, Trixi.

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  10. I would love to try something by this author. I'd love to be entered!
    pocoauthorATgmailDOTcom

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  11. I have read a couple of Debra's stories and loved them, so naturally I would enjoy winning a copy of this book! rmaney(at)firstarpchurch(dot)org.

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  12. Cowboys always make a book interesting!
    pbclark(at)netins(dot)net

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  13. I love cowboy romances. Your description as a romantic comedy, makes this book even more appealing. Thank you for the review.
    reneerachoyolsenATgmailDOTcom

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    1. Cowboys and comedy is a great combo IMHO. Good luck, Heather.

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  14. Sounds like a delightful story, and I love books containing lots of emotional issues in the characters. Thanks for the wonderful review & the giveaway opportunity, Kav!! bonnieroof60(at)yahoo(dot)com

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    1. I love emotional depth in a novel too, Bonnie, even when it drives me crazy! Good luck!

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