"A high-powered photojournalist and a devoted cowboy and father find a forever family together."

By: Barbara White Daille

Genres: Romance Contemporary

Posted: July 10, 2015

Jedediah Garland, proprietor of the Hitching Post Hotel on the Garland Ranch at Cowboy Creek, New Mexico, and his hotel cook, Paz, have one thing in common---getting Jed's three granddaughters married and produce more grandchildren. Tina, the granddaughter now getting married at the Hitching Post, is one that Paz and Jedediah have in common.

Jed is setting sights on the second granddaughter, Jane Garland, getting hitched to Pete Brannigan, his devoted ranch manager. To make sure Jane gets the man she has loved since a teen, Jed has no qualms about making this a reality no matter what tactics he has to take.

Jane is a photojournalist traveling worldwide with high- powered assignments and hasn't one iota of motherhood in her. Pete is a divorcee with an ex who cares more for her high-profile modeling career than her children. Her New York life and ambitions have left five-year-old Rachel and two-year-old Eric motherless, with over a year since she's paid a visit.

Jane is joining the family to prepare for the wedding plus document the restoration of the ranch and honeymoon hotel on the property, and setting up a website. This hot- smoking man intends to be "hands-off" when it involves allowing a woman near his children who puts her career before family. But of course nothing ever goes to plan, especially with Jed assigning Pete to play tour guide for Jane. Jane does some soul searching for what she truly wants for her life; especially since she has fallen in love with not only Pete, but his adorable children as well.

This talented author never fails to add that magic to her stories. Throw in a couple of little children, a rough, tough cowboy and a gorgeous woman and how can you miss? Pete's personal fear for his children is emotional and every woman's dream that the children always come first! A RANCHER OF HER OWN had me easily at page one and made it impossible to put the book down. I have had the pleasure of reading other creations from Barbara White Daille and she just keeps the plots and characters getting more vibrant and colorful with each tale. Finding renewal in a partner and a reason to love again, always finds a place in my heart. I truly love the Hitching Post Hotel series and can't wait for the story of the third granddaughter!!

Book Summary

A REASON TO STAY

Ranch manager Pete Brannigan has no interest in playing tour guide to a city slicker like Jane Garland. But spending a few days with the headstrong photographer is a small price to pay for everything her grandfather has given the single dad. Though Pete's drawn to Jane's sharp wit and striking beauty, he won't hurt his young children by falling for another woman who puts her career before family.

Jane's seen the world through her camera…and used it to shield her emotions. With Pete, she can finally let her guard down. If only he could do the same. Despite their powerful bond, Pete still can't trust Jane with his kids or his heart. But if he keeps pushing her away, he may ruin any chance their relationship has to develop.

A Rancher of Her Own by Barbara White Daille

A Rancher of Her Own

by: Barbara White Daille

Hitching Post Hotel #2

Harlequin American Romance
July 1, 2015
On Sale: July 1, 2015
Featuring: Jane Garland; Pete Brannigan
224 pages
ISBN: 0373755775
EAN: 9780373755776
Kindle: B00SFSL8BE
Paperback / e-Book

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