It is 2014 and DEA agent, Sgt. Marisol Sanchez, has reached the lowest point in her life. Already carrying guilt over the deaths of her parents years ago, it is the disappearance of her friend, Haven, that has tipped her over the edge. Deciding to end her life seems like her only option, but as she prepares to leave it all behind, something magical intervenes. The pocket watch that she bought the night Haven disappeared begins to hum, and Marisol's life will never be the same again. For this is not an ordinary watch, as it holds a powerful male entity that transports Marisol back in time so that she can help on a mission of justice. But how will a modern day girl manage in the Wild West of 1865? And could Marisol find her future in the past?

It is 1865 and Ty Barrett has given up his old life in Boston to finally have the future he wants on his own ranch. But his ranch and his workers are under threat from the infamous La Rosa Negra gang, who have butchered and raped whoever stands in their way. And they want Ty's ranch. As if he hasn't got enough on his plate, he stumbles upon a beautiful woman who seems very mysterious and unusual. With danger threatening them at every turn, Marisol and Ty cannot control their scorching hot connection. But as evil sets its sights on Marisol, will she have to sacrifice her life before she gets a chance of true happiness?

THE RANCHER AND THE RENEGADE by Jackson D'Lynne is the second novel in the Three Goddesses series, but can easily be read as a standalone. As I do not usually read time-travel romances, I was not sure what to expect from this tale, but I was delightfully surprised by the characters and the intriguing plot. Mari carries a heavy burden from her past, and always doubts that she deserves to be happy and content in her own life. So it was such a joy to watch her discover her own self- worth, and open herself up to passion and love. Ty is the perfect cowboy hero with his caring, strong, protective personality, and his innate sense of right and wrong. Add in some magic, mischief and a very dangerous enemy, and THE RANCHER AND THE RENEGADE by Jackson D'Lynne, will effortlessly transport you back in time in this truly entertaining novel.

Book Summary

When a heartbreaking tragedy rips undercover DEA agent Marisol Sanchez’s life apart she has nothing and no one left. With the cold steel of a Glock 21 in her mouth, she’s resigned to taking her own life. Before she can pull the trigger, a strange power interferes, compelling her to wind a mysterious golden pocket watch—a watch that propels her backward through time to 1856 Texas.

Harvard lawyer turned cattle rancher Tyrence Barrett is in a battle he can’t win as desperadoes raid the settlements along the creek, burning and murdering their way through the land. On a routine inspection of his property, Ty stumbles upon a beautiful migrant woman who seems out of place, completely irresistible, and strangely compelling…

When evil threatens to destroy the ranch, Mari must use her wits and determination to help beat back the raiders who seek to clear the land and claim the water in the creek for themselves. With Ty by her side, Mari must learn to forgive herself, rely on the strength of others, and to love despite the overwhelming fear of loss.

Can a displaced renegade help a Lone Star rancher defend his home against an encroaching evil? Will the time lost Mari give in to the desperate sorrow devouring her heart? Or will Ty show her that a rancher and a renegade can find love and a happily ever after?

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