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Harts of the Rodeo #0.5
Wyatt: Return of the Cowboy
Not much had changed in the twelve years since Wyatt Malone left Roundup, Montana. Except for Paige St. John, his once-loyal childhood friend. As teenagers, they had planned to leave their small town behind together. But a falling-out with his father drove him from Roundup and Paige—and she has not forgiven Wyatt for striking out on his own.
Now Wyatt is back, hoping to reconcile with his family—and with Paige. She's turned into the kind of woman he's always wanted. But she's been burned by handsome cowboys before, including the one that left her to raise her son alone. Can Wyatt convince Paige, and the rest of Roundup, that he's a man she can count on?
Harts of the Rodeo prequel novella.
Now Wyatt is back, hoping to reconcile with his family—and with Paige. She's turned into the kind of woman he's always wanted. But she's been burned by handsome cowboys before, including the one that left her to raise her son alone. Can Wyatt convince Paige, and the rest of Roundup, that he's a man she can count on?
Harts of the Rodeo prequel novella.
53 pages, Kindle Edition
First published January 1, 2012
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Cathy McDavid
157 books493 followersNew York Times bestselling author Cathy McDavid has written over 55 titles, many for Harlequin. She spends her days penning stories about handsome cowboys riding the range, busting broncs, and sweeping gals off their feet — oops, no. Make that winning the hearts of feisty, independent women who give them a run for their money.
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June 18, 2012
2 stars, but a Kindle freebie so I can't really complain.
You know how you often want to scream at characters to just have a conversation already and all their problems will be solved? Well, this book shows what happens when they do--it's BORING.
In actuality, this story was ill-served by being compressed into 56 pages. It seems the author has some talent but just tried to cram too much story into too little space, a common problem with novellas.
You know how you often want to scream at characters to just have a conversation already and all their problems will be solved? Well, this book shows what happens when they do--it's BORING.
In actuality, this story was ill-served by being compressed into 56 pages. It seems the author has some talent but just tried to cram too much story into too little space, a common problem with novellas.
January 15, 2023
I really enjoyed this short story. It felt like something was missing, but overall, it was good. Wyatt comes back for his parent's 35th wedding anniversary. There is a lot of animosity between him and just about everyone in the town. Everyone thinks that he caused the accident that halted his brother's football career. Sparks fly when he visits his parents saloon and he interacts with an old friend and his dad.
August 12, 2020
Wyatt
He left town twelve years ago and didn't look back. Now he is back for his parents wedding anniversary. Paige was supposed to go with him. But things didn't work out. Now a single mom she has her son to think of. The secrets of what happened right before he left has kept the family at odds. Can he leave again and not look back? What about Paige? The story is the first in the series.
He left town twelve years ago and didn't look back. Now he is back for his parents wedding anniversary. Paige was supposed to go with him. But things didn't work out. Now a single mom she has her son to think of. The secrets of what happened right before he left has kept the family at odds. Can he leave again and not look back? What about Paige? The story is the first in the series.
August 21, 2019
I loved this story! Family dynamics fascinate me. Cathy did a great job with them!
March 8, 2020
Wyatt and Paige were friends for their whole lives until Wyatt left town after an accident and fight with his father. He finally returns and realized how much he had missed her.
June 3, 2012
This is a short and sweet romance about the reunion of two friends after twelve years. Wyatt is the son of the Malone's that own the Open Range Saloon in Roundup, Montana. Estranged from his family since taking the blame for a car accident when he was eighteen, he's only back because he received an invitation to his parents 35th Wedding Anniversary. Naturally he thinks his family is extending an olive branch but one meeting with his father tells him it just ain't so.
Then there is Paige St. John. The girl he left behind without really knowing just how much he'd be missing. They were only best friends after all. Paige has moved on and has a son Seth from a brief relationship and works for Wyatt's family at the Saloon. She doesn't seem that keen to see him either but offers a place to stay.
This is quite a good little intro to the town and characters that will presumably be appearing in the series. We meet the Hart family and visit the ranch and get to know the townsfolk just a little. The Saloon is bound to feature as a meeting place for all and sundry in the township.
The romance between Wyatt and Paige is quite fast but of course they knew each other well as teenagers. With the animosity from some family members it looks like things might not go as Paige hopes. A very family oriented story it takes a little of everyone's input until the HEA is reached.
The characters were appealing and engaging and the glimpses of other potential heroes and heroines is tantalising enough to make you interested in finding out more. But this is a stand alone and does so quite well. Being short just means you get a taster, but there is more to come if it appeals.
At this point the book isn't available in Australia. My review is on an ARC.
Then there is Paige St. John. The girl he left behind without really knowing just how much he'd be missing. They were only best friends after all. Paige has moved on and has a son Seth from a brief relationship and works for Wyatt's family at the Saloon. She doesn't seem that keen to see him either but offers a place to stay.
This is quite a good little intro to the town and characters that will presumably be appearing in the series. We meet the Hart family and visit the ranch and get to know the townsfolk just a little. The Saloon is bound to feature as a meeting place for all and sundry in the township.
The romance between Wyatt and Paige is quite fast but of course they knew each other well as teenagers. With the animosity from some family members it looks like things might not go as Paige hopes. A very family oriented story it takes a little of everyone's input until the HEA is reached.
The characters were appealing and engaging and the glimpses of other potential heroes and heroines is tantalising enough to make you interested in finding out more. But this is a stand alone and does so quite well. Being short just means you get a taster, but there is more to come if it appeals.
At this point the book isn't available in Australia. My review is on an ARC.
October 14, 2012
The issue with novellas or short stories is that they attempt to cram far too much into a few pages and because of this the story often feels rushed. Not only that but there is also a sense that somethings are missing in the story, be it that they were skipped in order to keep the story short or the author just didn't feel like adding them, which usually results in unanswered questions and unhappy readers.
This book was no exception to that. I had such a hard time connecting with the main characters, though Wyatt more so than Paige. This did not feel like a good introduction story for the series. Yes, it introduced some of the characters that would be prominent throughout the series but other than that it held little appeal.
By far the worst part was the ending. It came so abruptly that it left me wondering if I chunk of the book was left out during publication. Honestly it felt like there should have been at least another chapter to really bring the story to a close. It felt as though things were just starting to move in the story and all of a sudden it was over. The story was slow and somewhat dull, the romance a bit lackluster and I think if I hadn't read one of the other books in the series first I wouldn't consider picking up the other books, for fear they would be as bad as this one. Though the prequel to the Harts of The Rodeo series it is in no way a necessary one to read before starting into the actual series. In fact I'd suggest just skipping it, really not worth the time to read it.
This book was no exception to that. I had such a hard time connecting with the main characters, though Wyatt more so than Paige. This did not feel like a good introduction story for the series. Yes, it introduced some of the characters that would be prominent throughout the series but other than that it held little appeal.
By far the worst part was the ending. It came so abruptly that it left me wondering if I chunk of the book was left out during publication. Honestly it felt like there should have been at least another chapter to really bring the story to a close. It felt as though things were just starting to move in the story and all of a sudden it was over. The story was slow and somewhat dull, the romance a bit lackluster and I think if I hadn't read one of the other books in the series first I wouldn't consider picking up the other books, for fear they would be as bad as this one. Though the prequel to the Harts of The Rodeo series it is in no way a necessary one to read before starting into the actual series. In fact I'd suggest just skipping it, really not worth the time to read it.
January 25, 2015
Wyatt Malone is back in town after twelve years absence. He left his middle of nowhere little town of Roundup, Montana when he graduated high school and never looked back. A few calls to his mother a year and a couple to his brother Jay. He never forgot his best friend Paige St. John and she never forgot him either. He has come home to bring the truth out so that he can rebuild his family relationship again.
This is a second changes romance story set in contemporary America. The writing is good and it is YA so nothing more then a kiss between H/h.
53 pages and free on kindle in May 2012
2 stars
This is a second changes romance story set in contemporary America. The writing is good and it is YA so nothing more then a kiss between H/h.
53 pages and free on kindle in May 2012
2 stars
June 22, 2012
This is a very short but sweet story of two friends Wyatt & Paige who say they will remain friends forever. But due to a freak accident that he takes the blame for that he did not cause he feels he must leave town on the rodeo circuit & says when he gets settled he will send for Paige. 12 yrs. Have passed a near death experience & he has been invited back home for his parents anniversary but slowly finds out family is still angry & don't want him around so who or what is causing this? Total worth a short read time.
October 28, 2012
Demonstrates fascination approach toward family reconciliation being a natural life's process leading to variety of experiences determining certain positions, such as positions of characters in this short ebook story.
At first, hadn't quite known how to feel because this general reconcile situation within this story is uncomfortably intense. Although, proofing confidence and motivation to be useful; Family and friends shall constantly remain close and be at all great standards "for better or worst" under reasonable content.
At first, hadn't quite known how to feel because this general reconcile situation within this story is uncomfortably intense. Although, proofing confidence and motivation to be useful; Family and friends shall constantly remain close and be at all great standards "for better or worst" under reasonable content.
August 15, 2012
Oh my, this is the real deal when it comes to romance books. Because that is all you will get, a really sweet romance where no one does the nasty. And it's nice to read a book like this for a change.
I loved Wyatt, he made me tear up a few times. And I loved that Paige, even years later, finally got her man.
It's a feel-good story, something to enjoy when you need a little bit of quiet or are feeling a little blue.
I loved Wyatt, he made me tear up a few times. And I loved that Paige, even years later, finally got her man.
It's a feel-good story, something to enjoy when you need a little bit of quiet or are feeling a little blue.
August 10, 2012
Started out very promising, lots of conflicts, lots of past. But I felt the ending was rather rushed. It seemed too easy. People holding a grudge for many years, do not suddenly change their minds. I was expecting them to put up more of a fight. Also, the main characters fell in love with each other rather fast. Interesting storyline, but too easily solved. Disappointing ending.
December 2, 2012
It was a sweet and adorable book about two friends reuniting and finding the always love relationship thyself towards each other. However, I agree the ending was rushed I believe there was too much of past that could have come out. Like more on the accident and stuff. Oh well. Good book and fast read.
June 17, 2012
This was a cute little story about two friends that finally get together after 12 years of being apart. I wish it could of been longer, only 56 pages. It was a nice change of pace for me. I enjoyed reading this one.
July 8, 2012
A short, sweet contemporary western romance. The charters were well developed, especially considering the length of the work. There was nice romantic tension and good chemistry. It was tame, never progressing beyond kissing.
August 24, 2012
Yeah the book wasn't good at all, it was rushed and there was too many loose ends. Even though it is apparently part of a series, I didn't like it at all. The end was so abrupt it was like diving over a cliff without a parachute. Not good.
September 2, 2012
This is a short story. It only took me a few hours to read.
Although it was short, I didn't feel the storyline overly rushed as happens sometimes. I do think there could have been more to the story added onto the end, but other than that, it was a truly enjoyable read.
Although it was short, I didn't feel the storyline overly rushed as happens sometimes. I do think there could have been more to the story added onto the end, but other than that, it was a truly enjoyable read.
September 23, 2012
This is the first book I read by this author. I love how Paige used Wyatt parents anniversary party to make him come back to town. I love how Wyatt made amends with his father & brother. I would read more books by this author.
October 7, 2012
This was a fun read. Cathy weaves a great story. The characters were real and the plot kept your interest. I will defnately read more from this author. I am looking forward to reading more about these characters in the rest of the series.
March 20, 2013
I think this was a very good book about a cowboy and his mom and dad Wyatt loved Paige and wanted to spend the rest of his life with her and her son Seth. He also wanted a relationship with his dad and be a happy family loving each other because we all need to learn to respect and love each other.
December 1, 2013
This is a sweet romance with two people coming back together who have been apart. About families coming together after years of being apart. Finding love that got away. Worth the read. Really enjoyed this book.
December 28, 2013
Wyatt Return of the Cowboy
This was a good short story. Everyone was happy after the truth of the accident came out. Wyatt and Paige found each other and admitted their true feelings.
This was a good short story. Everyone was happy after the truth of the accident came out. Wyatt and Paige found each other and admitted their true feelings.
May 5, 2016
It was short, sweet and an easy read. And it was free when I got it, which never hurts. I got a bit frustrated with the classic mis-communication/lack of feeling recognition. But Wyatt and Paige were pretty cool or cool enough to keep me interested I guess.
November 8, 2016
This novella was free when I downloaded it from Barnes and Noble to my Nook library. I put it in line next to Cowboy Dad when I noticed I had multiple books by Cathy McDavid.
This is an entertaining romance, only 58 pages long.
I recommend it to fans of the genre.
This is an entertaining romance, only 58 pages long.
I recommend it to fans of the genre.
June 1, 2012
pretty good book, wish it was longer. Wyatt returns home after 12 years of running, only to try and run again after he doesn't get his way only to be stopped and some sense knocked into him.
June 6, 2012
This was a short and sweet story, it left me feeling good. The cowboy returns to reclaim is girlfriend, and to mend bridges. YesG
August 24, 2012
Simply love the short story. Love the cool sexy handsome Wyatt Malone.
September 2, 2012
A cute short story. The end was a little rushed, but it kept my attention and I enjoyed reading it.
September 7, 2012
A very short read but was good.
November 3, 2012
Short story.
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