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Texas Cattleman’s Club: A Missing Mogul #8
Beneath the Stetson
Mills & Boon Desire series delivers powerful, passionate romances…
In this Texas Cattleman's Club tale, USA TODAY bestselling author Janice Maynard brings you the sexiest single dad in Royal, Texas!
Millionaire rancher Gil Addison does not need Bailey Collins. She is far from the sweet homemaker he thought he wanted. But she is a beautiful woman with a badge, hot on the heels of a kidnapper in Gil's club. And Gil is hot for her!
Bailey can't let her career get sidetracked by the cowboy and his son. She's here to do a job, not find a family. Bailey won't stop till she gets her man in cuffs…. Trouble is, Gil won't stop till he gets this woman in his bed!
192 pages, Mass Market Paperback
First published January 1, 2014
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About the author
Janice Maynard
551 books431 followersJanice Maynard came to the writing life early! When her third grade short story, “The Princess and the Robbers”, won a red ribbon in a school arts fair, Janice was hooked. She followed up that early success with a more commercial piece in the sixth grade… “Why My Mom Loves To Drink Coke”. No advance for that one, but she won a six-pack of Coke… remember those great little bottles?
In junior high Janice began circulating her work to a wider audience. A dozen or so notebook pages stapled together made the rounds in some particularly boring classes, with the riveting tales carefully hidden behind textbooks.
High school meant the big time… editor of the school newspaper, the Maroon and White. Janice used her insightful editorials to delve into such meaty subjects as “locker room odor” and “why we need two-ply tissue in the student bathrooms”.
College brought lots of writing, but very little of it creative… four years later, Janice stepped into the adult world as a fully certified elementary teacher.
Despite motherhood, full-time employment, and keeping up with an “always into something” husband, Janice never lost her love of writing or the desire to be published. In 1996 she realized her long-time dream when Kensington Publishing bought her first book, Sweetheart. That exciting moment was followed by the sales of two more books in the Precious Gem line.
In the fall of 2002, Janice left the classroom to pursue writing full-time.
In junior high Janice began circulating her work to a wider audience. A dozen or so notebook pages stapled together made the rounds in some particularly boring classes, with the riveting tales carefully hidden behind textbooks.
High school meant the big time… editor of the school newspaper, the Maroon and White. Janice used her insightful editorials to delve into such meaty subjects as “locker room odor” and “why we need two-ply tissue in the student bathrooms”.
College brought lots of writing, but very little of it creative… four years later, Janice stepped into the adult world as a fully certified elementary teacher.
Despite motherhood, full-time employment, and keeping up with an “always into something” husband, Janice never lost her love of writing or the desire to be published. In 1996 she realized her long-time dream when Kensington Publishing bought her first book, Sweetheart. That exciting moment was followed by the sales of two more books in the Precious Gem line.
In the fall of 2002, Janice left the classroom to pursue writing full-time.
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June 7, 2020
Bailey Collins is a federal agent investigating a kidnapping that she believes occurred in a Texas cattleman club, and millionaire rancher president Gil Addison is the one who has to reluctantly let her took at the club's records. He's got a four-year-old son that he's raising single-handedly after his first wife killed herself. Of course, Bailey and Gil are attracted to one another. The relationship keeps progressing, even though Bailey isn't what Gil thought he wanted in a woman, whereas Bailey knows she'll have to leave town when her assignment is over.
The single father trope in category romance, for me, often seems to involve the hero being a complete asshole to the heroine because he doesn't want her coming into his life and hurting his child's feelings once they leave again. Thankfully, that trope is avoided here. Gil Addison has a level head on his shoulders. He has always done what's best for his son, but recognises that he has to live his own life as well. This leads to the remarkably sane decision of actually having a conversation with his son about women being in his life! Who would have thought?
Bailey was also a level-headed and smart heroine. She holds back on her feelings for Gil because she doesn't want to hurt Cade because of the inevitability of her leaving town after her assignment is over. However, she is not cold or distant. Just conflicted about getting in deeper with Gil and Cade when she tells herself she shouldn't. The book also flipped the usual scenario of the hero holding out to the end. This time, it was Gil who was sure what he wanted out of life and tried to work out solutions to achieve it.
That's the sort of hero I like to read about! Who wants a whining, juvenile billionaire when you've got guys like Gil who are confident, intelligent and caring?
I wanted to like this more, because it's always refreshing to have a hero and heroine that don't make you want to reach into the pages and shake them for their idiocy. Gil and Bailey are smart, likeable, and I wanted them to have a happy ending. However, I have to admit the story was just a little dull. There wasn't much emotional intensity to it. Also, the plot has some suspense elements that you wouldn't normally find in this line, so keep that in mind before starting.
A harmless, easy read, but nothing memorable.
The single father trope in category romance, for me, often seems to involve the hero being a complete asshole to the heroine because he doesn't want her coming into his life and hurting his child's feelings once they leave again. Thankfully, that trope is avoided here. Gil Addison has a level head on his shoulders. He has always done what's best for his son, but recognises that he has to live his own life as well. This leads to the remarkably sane decision of actually having a conversation with his son about women being in his life! Who would have thought?
Bailey was also a level-headed and smart heroine. She holds back on her feelings for Gil because she doesn't want to hurt Cade because of the inevitability of her leaving town after her assignment is over. However, she is not cold or distant. Just conflicted about getting in deeper with Gil and Cade when she tells herself she shouldn't. The book also flipped the usual scenario of the hero holding out to the end. This time, it was Gil who was sure what he wanted out of life and tried to work out solutions to achieve it.
That's the sort of hero I like to read about! Who wants a whining, juvenile billionaire when you've got guys like Gil who are confident, intelligent and caring?
I wanted to like this more, because it's always refreshing to have a hero and heroine that don't make you want to reach into the pages and shake them for their idiocy. Gil and Bailey are smart, likeable, and I wanted them to have a happy ending. However, I have to admit the story was just a little dull. There wasn't much emotional intensity to it. Also, the plot has some suspense elements that you wouldn't normally find in this line, so keep that in mind before starting.
A harmless, easy read, but nothing memorable.
December 27, 2017
I’ve read a few of the Desire books but I think I liked this one the most. It had plenty of desirous moments without being down-right ridiculous. It was also about the kidnapping of Alex, who got away or was released but no one knew which since he had amnesia when he got home. And the answers were still not answered at the end of this story.
Bailey was a state investigator sent to figure out what happened to Alex. Gil was a ranch owner who wanted Bailey, but didn’t want to want her. Needless to say, they finally got together, while Bailey continued to look into the kidnapping and Gil became more and more confused about his growing feelings for Bailey.
This was a very good romance-mystery and I will definitely be reading more of Janice Maynard.
There was explicit sex in this story but it was very well written. It was romantic sex instead of erotic sex.
As to the narration: Yeah, I really didn’t like Jack Garrett all that much. I don’t know how he got so many 4 and 5 star reviews. He doesn’t even try to feminize his voice but he does read with emotions. Actually, I do prefer male narrators to MOST female readers. I can handle a woman with a little deeper voice but I can’t stand all the heroes and the males in the books sounding just like a woman. Although Mr. Garrett does have a nice reading voice he needs to practice his women’s voices.
April 26, 2024
2.5-3 stars
While I can't say it was bad, I'm not sure I can say it was great, either.
It did have a lot of potential to be an awesome read with this decent writing style and likeable characters.
However, it was all happening waaaaaaaay too fast for my liking or to make it all believable.
Hence the missing stars.
But I am intrigued and will deffo check this author's other books.
While I can't say it was bad, I'm not sure I can say it was great, either.
It did have a lot of potential to be an awesome read with this decent writing style and likeable characters.
However, it was all happening waaaaaaaay too fast for my liking or to make it all believable.
Hence the missing stars.
But I am intrigued and will deffo check this author's other books.
October 13, 2020
Protagonistas: Gil & Bailey
Profesiones: Agente del FBI & Ranchero
Pais: USA
Profesiones: Agente del FBI & Ranchero
Pais: USA
April 13, 2014
Very good continuation of the series. As president of the TCC, Gil has to deal with Bailey and her investigation into Alex's kidnapping. As a man, he has to deal with his intense attraction to her. She's not at all what he had in mind for a future wife and mother for his son, but he can't seem to keep his distance.
I really liked both Gil and Bailey. When his wife died, Gil decided that he would do everything in his power to give his son all the love and attention he needed. He has turned most of the day to day work on his ranch over to his foreman. While he has no regrets about making Cade the center of his life, he does admit to himself that it can be rather lonely. He would like to find a woman who would be a good match for him and mother for his son, thinking that a traditional sort of woman would be perfect.
The story opens with Bailey arriving to do yet another interview with Gil, who still resents her poking around in the lives of his friends. This time she meets Gil's son Cade, who gives Bailey a whole new perspective on Gil and what makes him tick.
Bailey has been working hard on her investigation. She is determined to find out who is responsible for Alex's kidnapping. To that end she lets Gil know that she needs access to the membership records at the TCC. This ends up requiring them to spend a lot of time together, and brings the sizzling attraction they feel for each other to the surface. Bailey doesn't want the attraction to distract her from getting the job done, but being around Gil and Cade makes her realize that there is something very important missing from her life. She has spent so long depending on no one except herself that allowing Gil to get close to her and leaning on him is a scary idea for her.
One of the things I liked most about the relationship between Gil and Bailey is that they are very aware of the effect it could have on Cade. Gil knows that Cade has been on the lookout for a new mother and doesn't want to give him any ideas that could then cause him to be hurt. Bailey's own experiences of having lost her mother at a young age gives her great empathy with Cade and allows her to relate to him very well. There are some wonderful scenes of the two of them together that also make Gil realize what a wonderful mother Bailey would be.
Gil worries a lot about Bailey and her job. With the kidnapper still unknown, he fears that she could be in danger as she moves further along in her investigation. When she is attacked his fears for her are overwhelming. The identity of the attacker was a very interesting twist that I did not see coming.
I really liked both Gil and Bailey. When his wife died, Gil decided that he would do everything in his power to give his son all the love and attention he needed. He has turned most of the day to day work on his ranch over to his foreman. While he has no regrets about making Cade the center of his life, he does admit to himself that it can be rather lonely. He would like to find a woman who would be a good match for him and mother for his son, thinking that a traditional sort of woman would be perfect.
The story opens with Bailey arriving to do yet another interview with Gil, who still resents her poking around in the lives of his friends. This time she meets Gil's son Cade, who gives Bailey a whole new perspective on Gil and what makes him tick.
Bailey has been working hard on her investigation. She is determined to find out who is responsible for Alex's kidnapping. To that end she lets Gil know that she needs access to the membership records at the TCC. This ends up requiring them to spend a lot of time together, and brings the sizzling attraction they feel for each other to the surface. Bailey doesn't want the attraction to distract her from getting the job done, but being around Gil and Cade makes her realize that there is something very important missing from her life. She has spent so long depending on no one except herself that allowing Gil to get close to her and leaning on him is a scary idea for her.
One of the things I liked most about the relationship between Gil and Bailey is that they are very aware of the effect it could have on Cade. Gil knows that Cade has been on the lookout for a new mother and doesn't want to give him any ideas that could then cause him to be hurt. Bailey's own experiences of having lost her mother at a young age gives her great empathy with Cade and allows her to relate to him very well. There are some wonderful scenes of the two of them together that also make Gil realize what a wonderful mother Bailey would be.
Gil worries a lot about Bailey and her job. With the kidnapper still unknown, he fears that she could be in danger as she moves further along in her investigation. When she is attacked his fears for her are overwhelming. The identity of the attacker was a very interesting twist that I did not see coming.
August 2, 2015
Gil <3 mi dulce amor...
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January 12, 2016"For those fans who love a decisive (and Stetson-wearing) hero who knows what he wants and goes after it, this one is for you. Here, Maynard proves that she is at the top of her game". (RT Book Reviews, rated 4 1/2 stars)
Miniseries: Texas Cattleman's Club: The Missing Mogul
Miniseries: Texas Cattleman's Club: The Missing Mogul
September 24, 2024
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Bailey was very unprofessional for law enforcement. She chased him like a school girl from beginning to end. Meanwhile he's always telling her how to do her job and that she could die. I mean, she's in law enforcement, not a Bakery owner. I'm sure the little woman knew she chose a job that might get her killed. Duh.
She's written to be pretty terrible at her job. 🙁
She didn't realize she really just wanted to be a housewife and a Mom. 🇺🇸 😆
Thank goodness Gil is a Billionaire 💰 🤑 💸
Bailey was very unprofessional for law enforcement. She chased him like a school girl from beginning to end. Meanwhile he's always telling her how to do her job and that she could die. I mean, she's in law enforcement, not a Bakery owner. I'm sure the little woman knew she chose a job that might get her killed. Duh.
She's written to be pretty terrible at her job. 🙁
She didn't realize she really just wanted to be a housewife and a Mom. 🇺🇸 😆
Thank goodness Gil is a Billionaire 💰 🤑 💸
August 24, 2025
A book that feels like a series . It ends by not be completed.
The original story takes a step away and a romantic relationship takes over. While that is a good story the book feels incomplete. Enjoyed father and son finding a connection.
The original story takes a step away and a romantic relationship takes over. While that is a good story the book feels incomplete. Enjoyed father and son finding a connection.
August 9, 2019
Premise was good, saw the twist ahead of time, but it was still enjoyable. The writing though was painful...the kind of romance writing that I hate. Had to force myself to get past it to finish.
November 17, 2020
Great cowboy tale
I like Maynard's writing style. She moves the reader easily to the next episode and heightens the interest level. She's a great storyteller.
I like Maynard's writing style. She moves the reader easily to the next episode and heightens the interest level. She's a great storyteller.
August 28, 2023
En mi opinión de las mejores de esta saga la historia es entretenida y no cansa.
October 2, 2025
Very intriguing, was totally on the wrong track when looking for the person I thought was responsible. Very well written, with lots of suspense.
March 17, 2017
On our wedding night, I want you to where the Stetson to bed... Yes! Perfect way to end the book!
August 13, 2015
3 1/2 estrellas en realidad. Es buena la novela, pero esperaba un poco más de ella.
Tenemos a Gil Addison, actual presidente del Club de Ganaderos de Texas, viudo (su esposa tenía problemas mentales y se suicida cuando su condición se complica por una depresión post-parto) y padre de un adorable niño de 4 años que busca una nueva mamá. Él quiere una mujer que quiera tener un hogar y ame a su hijo. El problema, y qué problema, es que está encandilado por Bailey Collins, la agente federal que investiga el caso de la desaparición de Alejandro del Toro (a.k.a. Alex Santiago), que si bien ya ha aparecido, sigue con amnesia. Bailey es autosuficiente, independiente y enfocada únicamente en su trabajo. Lo de ella no es quedarse en casa y ser una "Stepford wife". Pero todo cambia cuando comienza a intimar con Gil y el pequeño Cade.
Si bien la trama especifica que los protagonistas llevan meses largos de haberse conocido e interactuado muchas veces con motivo de la investigación, lo cierto es que lo que sucede entre ellos, especialmente en el sexo, es muy apresurado. Y un tanto forzado. La química entre ellos no es muy creíble, sobre todo, en la primera mitad de la novela.
Los personajes secundarios son exquisitos. Desde las nuevas adquisiciones a la trama como lo son la hermana y el padre del desaparecido Alex/Alejandro (dando un nuevo giro a la investigación pues se descubre la verdadera identidad de Alex y deja a Bailey fuera del caso ya que lo toma el padre del desaparecido, que es un millonario influyente mexicano) hasta varios personajes las novelas pasadas de esta serie, todos cumplen su trabajo a cabalidad. Pero quien se lleva el crédito es Cade, el pequeño de Gil. Con sus instintos "casamenteros", es todo un encanto. Me lo como!!
En fin, que la historia da mucha luz al secuestro de Alejandro, que se convierte en lo más importante de la novela, restando protagonismo a los personajes principales (esto teniendo en cuenta que el hijo de Gil es secuestrado casi al final). Y la traducción es pobre. Aunque debo reconocer que las ha habido peores... :/
Tenemos a Gil Addison, actual presidente del Club de Ganaderos de Texas, viudo (su esposa tenía problemas mentales y se suicida cuando su condición se complica por una depresión post-parto) y padre de un adorable niño de 4 años que busca una nueva mamá. Él quiere una mujer que quiera tener un hogar y ame a su hijo. El problema, y qué problema, es que está encandilado por Bailey Collins, la agente federal que investiga el caso de la desaparición de Alejandro del Toro (a.k.a. Alex Santiago), que si bien ya ha aparecido, sigue con amnesia. Bailey es autosuficiente, independiente y enfocada únicamente en su trabajo. Lo de ella no es quedarse en casa y ser una "Stepford wife". Pero todo cambia cuando comienza a intimar con Gil y el pequeño Cade.
Si bien la trama especifica que los protagonistas llevan meses largos de haberse conocido e interactuado muchas veces con motivo de la investigación, lo cierto es que lo que sucede entre ellos, especialmente en el sexo, es muy apresurado. Y un tanto forzado. La química entre ellos no es muy creíble, sobre todo, en la primera mitad de la novela.
Los personajes secundarios son exquisitos. Desde las nuevas adquisiciones a la trama como lo son la hermana y el padre del desaparecido Alex/Alejandro (dando un nuevo giro a la investigación pues se descubre la verdadera identidad de Alex y deja a Bailey fuera del caso ya que lo toma el padre del desaparecido, que es un millonario influyente mexicano) hasta varios personajes las novelas pasadas de esta serie, todos cumplen su trabajo a cabalidad. Pero quien se lleva el crédito es Cade, el pequeño de Gil. Con sus instintos "casamenteros", es todo un encanto. Me lo como!!
En fin, que la historia da mucha luz al secuestro de Alejandro, que se convierte en lo más importante de la novela, restando protagonismo a los personajes principales (esto teniendo en cuenta que el hijo de Gil es secuestrado casi al final). Y la traducción es pobre. Aunque debo reconocer que las ha habido peores... :/
April 24, 2016
D2276 Jan14 TCC: Missing Mogul #8 Gill Addison is suspicious of Bailey Collins who is a state investigator looking into the kidnapping of Alex Santiago. Cade, Gil's 4 yr old son, is looking for a mother. Gil realizes he needs Bailey in his life. She is determined to find the kidnapper. Bailey is taking Cade home when she is sideswiped, forced off the road, and hit on the head. She had left her phone on with 911 when this happened. Cade is missing. Gil is upset and she thinks he blames her, what she remembers she tells the sheriff, but refuses to allow Gil to visit her in the hospital.
March 17, 2014
I saw this book on the shelves at Walmart & decided to pick it up & take it home. i usually do my readings on Kindle & i told my self I was going to read this book slowly but that didn't happen . I love this book. & When I finally reached the last page I was satisfied. I felt a sense of peace and i don't know, just the feeling of satisfaction and giddiness. & that night after I finished, I lied down I couldn't move at all and i saw flashes of a woman holding a book. It was scary .
September 26, 2014
The romance itself was good even if the ending seemed a little rushed, but this book is not standalone. I haven't read the others and the mystery our heroine is investigating wasn't solved. So, overall I was not satisfied.
May 31, 2016
I liked Gil a lot. Nice love story
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