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Daddy Dude Ranch #1
The Wyoming Cowboy
A Cowboy Who Cares
Former marine Carson Lundgren's Wyoming ranch is a place where families of fallen war heroes can find joy and healing. The wounded vet is eager to give back, while rebuilding his own life. The last thing he expected is to fall for his first guest and her young son.
Widow Tracy Baretta and six-year-old Johnny have been struggling since losing their husband and father. When they meet Carson, his strength, patience and generosity—along with how great he looks on a horse—leads little Johnny to call him "king of the cowboys." They've fallen in love with the place…and maybe with the man himself.
But is Tracy just looking for a surrogate father? Or could this incredible cowboy really be the one who'll make her and her son believe in love again?
Former marine Carson Lundgren's Wyoming ranch is a place where families of fallen war heroes can find joy and healing. The wounded vet is eager to give back, while rebuilding his own life. The last thing he expected is to fall for his first guest and her young son.
Widow Tracy Baretta and six-year-old Johnny have been struggling since losing their husband and father. When they meet Carson, his strength, patience and generosity—along with how great he looks on a horse—leads little Johnny to call him "king of the cowboys." They've fallen in love with the place…and maybe with the man himself.
But is Tracy just looking for a surrogate father? Or could this incredible cowboy really be the one who'll make her and her son believe in love again?
224 pages, Mass Market Paperback
First published May 1, 2013
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Rebecca Winters
1,136 books206 followersaka Rebecca Brown Burton, Rebecca Burton
Rebecca Winters, born Rebecca Brown Burton, was the author of over 175 romance novels published with Harlequin, delighting readers worldwide for more than 35 years. Her stories, translated into many languages, have sold nearly thirty million copies. A French teacher turned novelist, she combined her love of language, family, and storytelling into a remarkable literary legacy.
Rebecca Winters, born Rebecca Brown Burton, was the author of over 175 romance novels published with Harlequin, delighting readers worldwide for more than 35 years. Her stories, translated into many languages, have sold nearly thirty million copies. A French teacher turned novelist, she combined her love of language, family, and storytelling into a remarkable literary legacy.
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October 16, 2018
From the length of her sinuous body to her blond hair gleaming in the morning sun, she was a knockout. But she didn't seem to know it. That was part of the attraction. 48
Lame book about two lame-os. Rebecca Winters just can't write. I'm sorry to say this, but the book is terrible.
Carson runs a ranch. He was a marine, but developed dyspnea in Afghanistan. His big plan is to invite children who lost a parent in the war to the ranch for a week for free. He starts with Tracy and her son, Johnny (short for Giovanni).
Carson likes Tracy. This all takes place in less than a week's time: them 'falling in love,' Tracy deciding to uproot her whole entire life and move to a different state with her six-year-old son to be with this man, deciding to get married to this man.
It's ridiculous.
HOW'S THE SEX, CARMEN?
There's no sex. Did I mention that besides deciding to marry this man she's known for six days LITERALLY, she's also going to marry him without ever taking him to bed?
Probably the only good thing I can say about this book is that I liked that Carson was a veteran with a disability. He coughs constantly, needs an inhaler, and needs oxygen from a tank sometimes.
TL;DR - A complete loss.
ROMANCE CATEGORIES
Contemporary Romance
Cowboy/Western Romance
Military Romance - Kind of? He used to be a Marine
STEM Heroine Romance
Non-Virgin Heroine
Widow Heroine
Disabled Hero
She's a Technology Facilitator for the Sandusky School District; He's a War Vet and a Rancher and a Resort-Owner.
Here's a sample of the writing.
Buck made his exciting announcement and the children scurried to the big tent for stories.
The Harrises eventually said good-night. Before Tracy could say the same thing, Carson told her he'd walk her to the latrine. "In case Bigfoot is lurking."
"CARSON!"
He stood chuckling at a distance until she came out. "Maybe you'd better sit with me and have a soda until you're not so jumpy."
"Are you intentionally trying to frighten me?"
His pulse rate sped up. "Is it working?"
"Yes."
"That's good. I don't feel like being alone on a perfect night like this."
"It's incredible."
He liked the sound of that. They walked back to the camp in companionable silence. Carson waited for her to tell him she really was tired and needed to go to bed. Instead she sat down near him, staring out at the water.
Before dinner she'd put on a navy pullover with long sleeves over her jeans. Everything she wore suited her. Earlier, while she'd been roasting her hot dog and the flames from the fire were turning to embers, they'd cast a glow that brought out the creamy beauty of her complexion. She'd left her hair free, flowing to her shoulders. It had a lot of natural curl. He'd never met a more feminine woman.
"Tracy?"
Her gaze swerved to his. "What is it? I can tell something's on your mind."
He'd been about as subtle as a sledgehammer. "How would you like to go into Jackson with me tomorrow night?" 130
NAMES IN THIS BOOK
Lame book about two lame-os. Rebecca Winters just can't write. I'm sorry to say this, but the book is terrible.
Carson runs a ranch. He was a marine, but developed dyspnea in Afghanistan. His big plan is to invite children who lost a parent in the war to the ranch for a week for free. He starts with Tracy and her son, Johnny (short for Giovanni).
Carson likes Tracy. This all takes place in less than a week's time: them 'falling in love,' Tracy deciding to uproot her whole entire life and move to a different state with her six-year-old son to be with this man, deciding to get married to this man.
It's ridiculous.
HOW'S THE SEX, CARMEN?
There's no sex. Did I mention that besides deciding to marry this man she's known for six days LITERALLY, she's also going to marry him without ever taking him to bed?
Probably the only good thing I can say about this book is that I liked that Carson was a veteran with a disability. He coughs constantly, needs an inhaler, and needs oxygen from a tank sometimes.
TL;DR - A complete loss.
ROMANCE CATEGORIES
Contemporary Romance
Cowboy/Western Romance
Military Romance - Kind of? He used to be a Marine
STEM Heroine Romance
Non-Virgin Heroine
Widow Heroine
Disabled Hero
She's a Technology Facilitator for the Sandusky School District; He's a War Vet and a Rancher and a Resort-Owner.
Here's a sample of the writing.
Buck made his exciting announcement and the children scurried to the big tent for stories.
The Harrises eventually said good-night. Before Tracy could say the same thing, Carson told her he'd walk her to the latrine. "In case Bigfoot is lurking."
"CARSON!"
He stood chuckling at a distance until she came out. "Maybe you'd better sit with me and have a soda until you're not so jumpy."
"Are you intentionally trying to frighten me?"
His pulse rate sped up. "Is it working?"
"Yes."
"That's good. I don't feel like being alone on a perfect night like this."
"It's incredible."
He liked the sound of that. They walked back to the camp in companionable silence. Carson waited for her to tell him she really was tired and needed to go to bed. Instead she sat down near him, staring out at the water.
Before dinner she'd put on a navy pullover with long sleeves over her jeans. Everything she wore suited her. Earlier, while she'd been roasting her hot dog and the flames from the fire were turning to embers, they'd cast a glow that brought out the creamy beauty of her complexion. She'd left her hair free, flowing to her shoulders. It had a lot of natural curl. He'd never met a more feminine woman.
"Tracy?"
Her gaze swerved to his. "What is it? I can tell something's on your mind."
He'd been about as subtle as a sledgehammer. "How would you like to go into Jackson with me tomorrow night?" 130
NAMES IN THIS BOOK
November 30, 2025
While sitting in an army hospital being treated for a permanent lung condition that has stopped his career as a marine, Carson Lundgren decides to offer his family’s Wyoming ranch to fallen war heroes families. Carson also asks his fellow marine buddies also stuck in the hospital if they will help him run his dude ranch.
After building cabins and creating the perfect ranch get-a-way, Carson writes the widow Tracy Baretta and invites her and her 6 yr old son to the ranch. Tracy has been struggling with her loss for over a year and her son Johnny has had even a worst time accepting the death of his father.
Deciding to go to the ranch, Tracy and Johnny are out for the adventure of a lifetime, an adventure that is about to change their lives forever. They fall in love with the Tetons, the ranch, and can’t help but love the man himself.
This was a cute story of three very lonely people finding love in unexpected places. Lots of emotional healing and genuine kindness make this a very touching storyline. The Wyoming Cowboy was a quick, enjoyable, sweet romance with a tender happily ever after.
This ARC copy of The Wyoming Cowboy was given to me by Harlequin American Romance in exchange for an honest review.
After building cabins and creating the perfect ranch get-a-way, Carson writes the widow Tracy Baretta and invites her and her 6 yr old son to the ranch. Tracy has been struggling with her loss for over a year and her son Johnny has had even a worst time accepting the death of his father.
Deciding to go to the ranch, Tracy and Johnny are out for the adventure of a lifetime, an adventure that is about to change their lives forever. They fall in love with the Tetons, the ranch, and can’t help but love the man himself.
This was a cute story of three very lonely people finding love in unexpected places. Lots of emotional healing and genuine kindness make this a very touching storyline. The Wyoming Cowboy was a quick, enjoyable, sweet romance with a tender happily ever after.
This ARC copy of The Wyoming Cowboy was given to me by Harlequin American Romance in exchange for an honest review.
April 10, 2013
I loved this book. Carson and his two buddies have been medically discharged from the Marines because of lung problems caused by their time in Afghanistan. All of them feel guilty about not being able to continue so they decide to give back another way. They start a ranch where they can bring the families of fallen comrades so that they can enjoy a vacation and the men can provide some moral support. Their first guests are Tracy and her son Johnny whose father was in their unit. Johnny has been very withdrawn since losing his father and Tracy hope the change of scenery will help him.
I loved Carson and Tracy. Carson was raised on the ranch by his grandparents after the deaths of his parents. He wanted to see more of the world and joined the Marines, leaving his grandfather to run the ranch. While he was away his grandfather passed away and Carson realized what he had been missing in his life. He felt guilty about not being there for his grandfather. While in the hospital he and his friends came up with the idea of how to use the ranch to help the families of fellow vets. They decided to start small with one family at a time, with Tracy and Johnny being the first. Carson is stunned by his reaction to Tracy when he first sees her but does his best to ignore it. His main focus is on helping Johnny. I loved the way that he was so wonderful with the little boy. He had the perfect mix of encouragement and sympathy and was able to get Johnny smiling and participating very quickly. He also found himself wanting to spend more time with Tracy and to see if she felt the same way. But he also didn't want her to feel that he was trying to cut her late husband out of her life. It was a hard balance for him to try to come up with.
Tracy had been struggling since her husband's death. Her son was no longer the happy boy he had been and she had trouble getting him to participate in much of anything. She was surprised to get the invitation to the ranch and thought it might be just what Johnny needed. When they first saw Carson both of them were blown away. Tracy did not expect such a good looking man and the zing of attraction that she felt. Johnny simply fell into an immediate case of hero worship. I loved the way that Tracy was determined to protect Johnny and his feelings while still trying to encourage him to try new things. She was extremely moved by everything that Carson and his friends were doing for her and Johnny and the others that would be participating in the program. I also liked the way that she could see that there were things that troubled Carson and that she wanted to help him the way that he was helping them. She was worried about their growing feelings for Carson and the effect that it would have on Johnny when it was time to leave the ranch. As much as she wanted to stay and see what might develop she also worried that it was too much too soon. She was also afraid of the effect it would have on her late husband's family for she and Johnny to get involved with someone else. I loved the appearance of her in-laws and the discussion she had with her mother-in-law. I am really looking forward to reading the stories for Carson's two friends.
May 26, 2013
The Wyoming Cowboy by Rebecca Winters is the first of three books in the the Daddy Dude Ranch Series. We are introduced to Carson Lundgren, Buck Summerhays and Ross Livingston three fellow Marines, all suffering from a strange lung illness after serving time in Afghanistan. They decide to go into business together, opening a Dude Ranch on property left to Carson by his Grandfather. They also want to give back by offering an all expense paid trip to families of fallen soldiers.
So first up is little six year old Johnny Baretta and his mother Tracy. Since losing his father in the war a year ago Johnny has closed himself off and has become a shell of the lively boy he once was. Tracy tries to bring her little boy out and doesn't let him totally close off, but nothing is bringing back the child he once was. When Carson's offer comes in the mail, she is surprised by Johnny's reaction. And before you know it they are on their way to Wyoming.
There is an instant attraction between Carson and Tracy. Carson had always considered himself a confirmed bachelor, that is until he laid eyes on Tracy. And for Tracy this is the first time she not only looked at another man since losing Tony, Tracy is no longer feeling the intense pain of her loss . The main characters were believable and well written. While this is a Romance book, The romance is kept to kissing only. But the rest of the story is so well written, so it is not really missed.The focus was also kept on Johnny equally. He was not pushed to the back pages.
Johnny starts coming alive for the first time since losing his father. I really liked the interaction between Carson and Johnny. And I loved the idea behind the story, giving back to soldiers families. This is a story about moving on and opening your heart to a new love, but never forgetting the ones you have lost. This was my first book by Rebecca Winters. I enjoyed her writing style. And I look forward to reading Beck and Ross's stories.
Home To Wyoming, Beck's story will be available in August of 2013
I received an ARC of this book from NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.
5/5 stars
So first up is little six year old Johnny Baretta and his mother Tracy. Since losing his father in the war a year ago Johnny has closed himself off and has become a shell of the lively boy he once was. Tracy tries to bring her little boy out and doesn't let him totally close off, but nothing is bringing back the child he once was. When Carson's offer comes in the mail, she is surprised by Johnny's reaction. And before you know it they are on their way to Wyoming.
There is an instant attraction between Carson and Tracy. Carson had always considered himself a confirmed bachelor, that is until he laid eyes on Tracy. And for Tracy this is the first time she not only looked at another man since losing Tony, Tracy is no longer feeling the intense pain of her loss . The main characters were believable and well written. While this is a Romance book, The romance is kept to kissing only. But the rest of the story is so well written, so it is not really missed.The focus was also kept on Johnny equally. He was not pushed to the back pages.
Johnny starts coming alive for the first time since losing his father. I really liked the interaction between Carson and Johnny. And I loved the idea behind the story, giving back to soldiers families. This is a story about moving on and opening your heart to a new love, but never forgetting the ones you have lost. This was my first book by Rebecca Winters. I enjoyed her writing style. And I look forward to reading Beck and Ross's stories.
Home To Wyoming, Beck's story will be available in August of 2013
I received an ARC of this book from NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.
5/5 stars
April 1, 2013
I am going to have to remain as neutral as possible for this review, but I am not sure that it is going to be entirely possible...
I am giving this book a 3 star rating to be fair. It was written well and it was cute. But personally I had a few problems... (I will get to that later)
Carson is a medically discharged Marine and he and two of his closest buddies, all suffering from the same lung condition from the war in Afghanistan, decided to give back. They were feeling survivor's guilt because they survived the war and men with wives and children did not. They decided to use Carson's family ranch and turn it into a for profit dude ranch. With that profit they planned to offer an all expense paid vacation for some of the families of fallen soldiers. They wanted to help the children most of all.
Sweet, noble cause. Restored my faith in humanity that someone could even think up such a program to write a book about it.
Tracy Baretta is worried about her son. Her husband has been dead for 11 months and he just hasn't been the same. Then she gets the letter in the mail offering her the trip of a lifetime.....
My Issues:
Being a military wife, this book made me really uncomfortable... Here this guy is doing this great thing for the family but he has the hots for the mom... SHE IS OFF-LIMITS. Even if she consents at that point she is totally vulnerable and she lost her husband and her child is still grieving. Not to mention the professionalism of the situation. He is her guide to help her family!! It just made me a little sick to my stomach to think of if something, God forbid, ever happened to my husband and my son was offered something like this, I would be mortified if someone tried this on me! Especially when her life is 1,000 miles away!
Ok that part aside, this should have been listed under Christian or something because when I pick up a book with a cowboy on the cover I expect some hot and heavy time rollin' in the hay... Well, THERE WAS NO SEX! As in ZERO, ZILCH, NADA, GOOSE EGG! :( Sad face...
Oh yeah, and the whole, "I have only known you for a week, but I am going to move my son out of his school and quit my job and move in with you in the mountains and marry you"... thing made me want to puke at the end...
** ARC provided by NetGalley in exchange for an honest review **
I am giving this book a 3 star rating to be fair. It was written well and it was cute. But personally I had a few problems... (I will get to that later)
Carson is a medically discharged Marine and he and two of his closest buddies, all suffering from the same lung condition from the war in Afghanistan, decided to give back. They were feeling survivor's guilt because they survived the war and men with wives and children did not. They decided to use Carson's family ranch and turn it into a for profit dude ranch. With that profit they planned to offer an all expense paid vacation for some of the families of fallen soldiers. They wanted to help the children most of all.
Sweet, noble cause. Restored my faith in humanity that someone could even think up such a program to write a book about it.
Tracy Baretta is worried about her son. Her husband has been dead for 11 months and he just hasn't been the same. Then she gets the letter in the mail offering her the trip of a lifetime.....
My Issues:
Being a military wife, this book made me really uncomfortable... Here this guy is doing this great thing for the family but he has the hots for the mom... SHE IS OFF-LIMITS. Even if she consents at that point she is totally vulnerable and she lost her husband and her child is still grieving. Not to mention the professionalism of the situation. He is her guide to help her family!! It just made me a little sick to my stomach to think of if something, God forbid, ever happened to my husband and my son was offered something like this, I would be mortified if someone tried this on me! Especially when her life is 1,000 miles away!
Ok that part aside, this should have been listed under Christian or something because when I pick up a book with a cowboy on the cover I expect some hot and heavy time rollin' in the hay... Well, THERE WAS NO SEX! As in ZERO, ZILCH, NADA, GOOSE EGG! :( Sad face...
Oh yeah, and the whole, "I have only known you for a week, but I am going to move my son out of his school and quit my job and move in with you in the mountains and marry you"... thing made me want to puke at the end...
** ARC provided by NetGalley in exchange for an honest review **
May 7, 2013
4 STARS
The Wyoming Cowboy was enchanting. The kids were so loveable. It was also a clean read.
Three soldiers who were in the Pulmonary Unit of Walter Reed National Military Medical Center in Bethesda, Maryland got together and made a plan to help other families whose fathers never cane home.
They would start a dude ranch on Carson's ranch and invite one family at a time, pay all expenses and give the family good memories.
They felt a little guilty that they survived and can't serve out their time anymore.(The idea of them feeling guilty about not dying makes me feel so bad. They are heroes that are making a difference. Thank you whoever you are and wherever you serve!)
They decide to start small with one family at a time. Carson served in the same unit as Tracy Baretta husband. Tracy and her six year old son Johnny are the first family to come.
Carson met them at airport personally and gave Johnny a picture of his dad and unit for Johnny to have. Johnny had become quiet and sad after his dad died. Carson then took him to buy hat and cowboy boots like his.
Carson and his friends were not just inviting families but were trying to give them personal attention and good memories.
I really like the characters in this book. Johnny is so cute and got excited about the horses and other things he saw on the ranch. It was making a difference in his life.
Tracy was having a hard time being attracted to Carson and afraid when they left her son will be hurt again. Plus she was not looking for anyone after her husband died last year.
Carson and his two friends have bad cough that is improving since they got home but still had problems breathing. Could not be around smoke or fires without making it worse. Seeing how they still suffer made me realize that their are a lot of soldiers that have come home with this condition and others. I bet those living in my state during winter are suffering bad from the pollution and gunk.
I really want to come back and read the next two books in the series. At least I hope Carson's other partners will have a story too.
I was given this ebook to read and asked to give honest review by Netgalley.
Publisher: Harlequin American Romance (May 1, 2013) 224 pages
ASIN: B00B0A70Z2
Book Description below taken off of Amazon.com
Publication Date:May 1, 2013
A Cowboy Who Cares
Former marine Carson Lundgren's Wyoming ranch is a place where families of fallen war heroes can find joy and healing. The wounded vet is eager to give back, while rebuilding his own life. The last thing he expected is to fall for his first guest and her young son.
Widow Tracy Baretta and six-year-old Johnny have been struggling since losing their husband and father. When they meet Carson, his strength, patience and generosity-along with how great he looks on a horse-leads little Johnny to call him "king of the cowboys." They've fallen in love with the place...and maybe with the man himself.
The Wyoming Cowboy was enchanting. The kids were so loveable. It was also a clean read.
Three soldiers who were in the Pulmonary Unit of Walter Reed National Military Medical Center in Bethesda, Maryland got together and made a plan to help other families whose fathers never cane home.
They would start a dude ranch on Carson's ranch and invite one family at a time, pay all expenses and give the family good memories.
They felt a little guilty that they survived and can't serve out their time anymore.(The idea of them feeling guilty about not dying makes me feel so bad. They are heroes that are making a difference. Thank you whoever you are and wherever you serve!)
They decide to start small with one family at a time. Carson served in the same unit as Tracy Baretta husband. Tracy and her six year old son Johnny are the first family to come.
Carson met them at airport personally and gave Johnny a picture of his dad and unit for Johnny to have. Johnny had become quiet and sad after his dad died. Carson then took him to buy hat and cowboy boots like his.
Carson and his friends were not just inviting families but were trying to give them personal attention and good memories.
I really like the characters in this book. Johnny is so cute and got excited about the horses and other things he saw on the ranch. It was making a difference in his life.
Tracy was having a hard time being attracted to Carson and afraid when they left her son will be hurt again. Plus she was not looking for anyone after her husband died last year.
Carson and his two friends have bad cough that is improving since they got home but still had problems breathing. Could not be around smoke or fires without making it worse. Seeing how they still suffer made me realize that their are a lot of soldiers that have come home with this condition and others. I bet those living in my state during winter are suffering bad from the pollution and gunk.
I really want to come back and read the next two books in the series. At least I hope Carson's other partners will have a story too.
I was given this ebook to read and asked to give honest review by Netgalley.
Publisher: Harlequin American Romance (May 1, 2013) 224 pages
ASIN: B00B0A70Z2
Book Description below taken off of Amazon.com
Publication Date:May 1, 2013
A Cowboy Who Cares
Former marine Carson Lundgren's Wyoming ranch is a place where families of fallen war heroes can find joy and healing. The wounded vet is eager to give back, while rebuilding his own life. The last thing he expected is to fall for his first guest and her young son.
Widow Tracy Baretta and six-year-old Johnny have been struggling since losing their husband and father. When they meet Carson, his strength, patience and generosity-along with how great he looks on a horse-leads little Johnny to call him "king of the cowboys." They've fallen in love with the place...and maybe with the man himself.
February 4, 2023
In The Wyoming Cowboy, Carson Lundgren, Ross Livingston and Buck Summerhays are returning to civilian life. The former marines decide to work together in Wyoming to turn Carson's ranch into Teton Valley Dude Ranch where children who have lost their fathers to war, can come and participate in fun outdoor activities. The first boy to visit the ranch is six year old Johnny Baretta with his mom Tracy from Ohio. Johnny has been withdrawn since his father died, but he bonds with Carson right away. Carson quickly senses that the Barettas will become an important part of his life. Tracy begins to feel guilty because she is attracted to Carson and enjoys his company. As the story heads to a HEA, I enjoyed reading about the ranch activities and the likable main characters. The author made it easy to visualize everything that happens.
August 5, 2024
At First Sight
Great moving story, that I recommend everyone to read. One just gets a gimps of what some of our soldiers had to deal with, then and now. I don't know who Carson fell in love with first Johnny or his widowed mother, Tracy. Tracy still loves her deceased soldier husband, but is falling hard for Carson. They are on Carson's ranch that is now open to families of fallen soldiers. Tracy and Johnny are their first invited guests. Can Tracy and Carson have a happily ever after?
MK
Great moving story, that I recommend everyone to read. One just gets a gimps of what some of our soldiers had to deal with, then and now. I don't know who Carson fell in love with first Johnny or his widowed mother, Tracy. Tracy still loves her deceased soldier husband, but is falling hard for Carson. They are on Carson's ranch that is now open to families of fallen soldiers. Tracy and Johnny are their first invited guests. Can Tracy and Carson have a happily ever after?
MK
August 24, 2020
This was super disappointing. I didn't like this story at all I can't describe it, it was just boring. I wasn't bothered about either of the characters and I'm sorry but that kid just seemed like a brat.
July 22, 2013
This book tell the story of three soldiers who get know each other after being admitted into the Pulmonary Unit, decided to help family whose father / husband never make it home by giving them a fully paid vacation at the Wyoming ranch which belong to Carson. They started it with one family at a time and they invited Tracy and her son, Johnny as the first family to visit the ranch. Tracy is struggling to cope with Johnny who has seen to be withdrawn after the death of her husband, Tony. Johnny becomes anti social and refused to mix with other children. When the invitation from Carson and friends reached her, she saw it as an opportunity for Johnny to be happy again and in time, to recover. From the first moment they met at the airport, Johnny have taken a shine on Carson and as days progresses, it is clearly that Johnny does things to get Carson’s attention. Tracy is worried about the new development as they are to leave after the one week vacation and the impact it will be on Johnny when the day comes. In addition, she is having a hard time to curb the attraction that she have for him from developing further.
I like the story plot of this book very much. Carson and his buddies wanted to make a different for the family who lost their husband/father in the war. What started off as a good intention turned out to be a happily ever after story for Carson in the end. Tracy is a strong women characters and is trying to help her son to cope. Though Carson have asked her to stay on, she refuses despite her growing love for him for the sake of her son without knowing that Johnny have wanted Carson for his father. Overall, this book is a good read for me.
I like the story plot of this book very much. Carson and his buddies wanted to make a different for the family who lost their husband/father in the war. What started off as a good intention turned out to be a happily ever after story for Carson in the end. Tracy is a strong women characters and is trying to help her son to cope. Though Carson have asked her to stay on, she refuses despite her growing love for him for the sake of her son without knowing that Johnny have wanted Carson for his father. Overall, this book is a good read for me.
May 27, 2013
The Wyoming Cowboy
By Rebecca Winters
Summery courtesy of goodreads.com
A Cowboy Who CaresFormer marine Carson Lundgren's Wyoming ranch is a place where families of fallen war heroes can find joy and healing. The wounded vet is eager to give back, while rebuilding his own life. The last thing he expected is to fall for his first guest and her young son.
Widow Tracy Baretta and six-year-old Johnny have been struggling since losing their husband and father. When they meet Carson, his strength, patience and generosity—along with how great he looks on a horse—leads little Johnny to call him "king of the cowboys." They've fallen in love with the place…and maybe with the man himself.
But is Tracy just looking for a surrogate father? Or could this incredible cowboy really be the one who'll make her and her son believe in love again?
Review
The Wyoming Cowboy is the story of three soldiers who have all suffered respiratory problems from breathing In toxins while In Afghanistan
Carson, Ross, And Buck become friends, while recuperating in hospital,these three men are saddened by the suffering of the children left fatherless by war. Carson has a ranch in Wyoming which they decide to turn it into a dude ranch for the widows and children of fallen hero's. The first family to benefit Is Tracy and her six year old son Johnny. Carson feels an instant connection to Johnny and Tracy and they fall in love. This was a sweet story, everything came a wee bit easy
3 Stars
By Rebecca Winters
Summery courtesy of goodreads.com
A Cowboy Who CaresFormer marine Carson Lundgren's Wyoming ranch is a place where families of fallen war heroes can find joy and healing. The wounded vet is eager to give back, while rebuilding his own life. The last thing he expected is to fall for his first guest and her young son.
Widow Tracy Baretta and six-year-old Johnny have been struggling since losing their husband and father. When they meet Carson, his strength, patience and generosity—along with how great he looks on a horse—leads little Johnny to call him "king of the cowboys." They've fallen in love with the place…and maybe with the man himself.
But is Tracy just looking for a surrogate father? Or could this incredible cowboy really be the one who'll make her and her son believe in love again?
Review
The Wyoming Cowboy is the story of three soldiers who have all suffered respiratory problems from breathing In toxins while In Afghanistan
Carson, Ross, And Buck become friends, while recuperating in hospital,these three men are saddened by the suffering of the children left fatherless by war. Carson has a ranch in Wyoming which they decide to turn it into a dude ranch for the widows and children of fallen hero's. The first family to benefit Is Tracy and her six year old son Johnny. Carson feels an instant connection to Johnny and Tracy and they fall in love. This was a sweet story, everything came a wee bit easy
3 Stars
May 23, 2013
Carson Lundgren, a Marine, is in a military hospital being where he and several others are being treated for a permanent lung condition they all developed while serving their country. Carson comes up with an idea to use his family’s Wyoming Ranch as a way to thank the children of fallen soldiers with a week on a dude ranch.
Tracy has been worried about her son since his father has died. Now a letter comes out of nowhere inviting them to come to a dude ranch for a vacation. Tracy was surprised that her son seemed interested and hopes that this is a sign of him coming to terms with his father’s death. Once at the ranch Johnny becomes like different child and they both fall in love with the place as well as Carson who also finds himself in love…
This was such an enjoyable, quick and clean(ish) romance! The characters truly felt real because of their various problems that they were dealing with. The ending was of course a HEA and everything was neatly wrapped up. If you like a romance that has a Marine that becomes a cowboy and falls in love with a widow who has a young son, well this is the book for you!
Tracy has been worried about her son since his father has died. Now a letter comes out of nowhere inviting them to come to a dude ranch for a vacation. Tracy was surprised that her son seemed interested and hopes that this is a sign of him coming to terms with his father’s death. Once at the ranch Johnny becomes like different child and they both fall in love with the place as well as Carson who also finds himself in love…
This was such an enjoyable, quick and clean(ish) romance! The characters truly felt real because of their various problems that they were dealing with. The ending was of course a HEA and everything was neatly wrapped up. If you like a romance that has a Marine that becomes a cowboy and falls in love with a widow who has a young son, well this is the book for you!
May 23, 2013
In The Wyoming Cowboy by Rebecca Winters, former marine Carson Lundgren is back home on his Wyoming ranch, where he and two other former marines have created a dude ranch to honor the families of fallen war heroes and bring a little joy and healing in their time of pain.
Tracy Beretta has been struggling with her son Johnny since the death of her husband the year before. Johnny has become an introvert and rarely wants to go out or interact with others. So when she receives the invitation from Carson Lundgren she doesn’t know if her son will be able to handle going there instead of going to spend all their vacation time with her ex-husbands family. Read More...
Tracy Beretta has been struggling with her son Johnny since the death of her husband the year before. Johnny has become an introvert and rarely wants to go out or interact with others. So when she receives the invitation from Carson Lundgren she doesn’t know if her son will be able to handle going there instead of going to spend all their vacation time with her ex-husbands family. Read More...
June 15, 2013
what a great heart warming read. Plus learned information I think everyone should know about military personnel coming back from fighting in Iraq and Afghanistan. you don't hear about these types of illnesses that they are going to be saddled with for a lifetime. All in the name of fighting for our freedoms. I personally am extremely thankful to all who serve and have served and all the families who have lost a loved one who has served. This book shows you inside their love and lives for a little bit. Makes you want to root them on. I am looking forward to Buck and Ross's stories.
April 14, 2013
A good, charming story, and one I quite enjoyed. The characters were three-dimensional, vulnerable yet strong. I loved all the kids, and I especially enjoyed the interactions between Carson & Johnny. While I do think that a single week isn't really long enough for Tracy to make such a momentous decision, I was certainly able to suspend disbelief, as the blossoming romance between her and Carson was lovely.
(copy provided via netgalley for an honest review)
(copy provided via netgalley for an honest review)
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April 14, 2025
To me the Daddy Dude Ranch is a special series. Firstly, because the sacrifice of the family who had suffered the death of their husband/father was recognized. Seeing the healing take place during the series. Not just of the families who came but also to the men running the ranch, who came home suffering ill health. In The Wyoming Cowboy, the way that Carson takes on teaching Johnny about riding and caring for horses was delightful.
January 24, 2016
Amazing character development of characters that you will come to love! Heartwarming story with sweet romance. Highly recommended for lovers of romance with cowboys or ranchers.
Loved,loved,loved that this was a happy,feel-good romance,without all the ANGST in far too many romance novels.
Definitely on my list of favorites. It's also clean,without religious proselytizing!
Loved,loved,loved that this was a happy,feel-good romance,without all the ANGST in far too many romance novels.
Definitely on my list of favorites. It's also clean,without religious proselytizing!
July 4, 2013
There were some very sweet moments in this story, but the idea of turning your life (and the life of your child) upside down for a relationship with a man you've known for a week is a bit disturbing.
October 10, 2016
Entertaining read.
A slow building story with a good helping of pathos and a dollop purple prose, this is everything one comes to expect from a Harlequin romance.
A slow building story with a good helping of pathos and a dollop purple prose, this is everything one comes to expect from a Harlequin romance.
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