No Ordinary Sheriff

Ordinary, Montana #6

by Mary Sullivan

Shannon Wilson is on the fast track to the top. A DEA agent from the big city, she's simply passing through Ordinary, Montana, to settle a score. And no small-town sheriff will derail her plans simply because he flashes a badge and a great smile…no matter how sexy he looks in that cowboy hat.

After all, Sheriff Cash Kavenagh is ready to settle into that white-picket-fence ideal. And Shannon isn't about to swap her fast-paced lifestyle for such an ordinary existence. Only problem is—wrapped in those big masculine arms of his, Shannon can't seem to shake the feeling that life with Cash may just be the most extraordinary thing that's ever happened to her.

Genres: Harlequin, Romance

284 pages, Kindle Edition

First published May 1, 2012

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Reviews

[Nancy · Rating 5 out of 5]

Definitely a cut above their usual. Highly recommended.
Good writing, excellent plotting and no filler.
I have found a new author to read :)
Cops, DEA, Big Brothers, small towns, Montana, Yellowstone, dogs.

[Susan · Rating 5 out of 5]

Good book. I really liked both Cash and Shannon. This book was a little different, with Cash and Shannon seeming to have reversed the usual roles. Shannon is a driven DEA agent. She has come to Ordinary to visit her sister, but also to find out where the meth came from that her brother overdosed on. She is very independent and doesn't allow herself to depend on anyone else, or to have someone need her, having had some bad experiences with weak and needy men. She finds herself drawn to Cash, who is strong himself, but has no interest in leaving his town behind. Cash is unusual himself, in that he makes no secret of the fact that he is looking for a relationship that would lead to marriage and family. He is sure that someone could be Shannon, but she is intent on furthering her career. I loved the caring and compassion that Cash shows everyone. He is a terrific role model for Austin, works great with the kids in the town, and helps out with Austin's mother. I loved the way that Austin helped Cash work out his feelings for Shannon, and the conclusion of the story was terrific.

[Andrea · Rating 2 out of 5]

Note: I received a complimentary copy of this book from the author/publisher.

My review of "No Ordinary Sheriff" is largely affected by one of my current soapboxes: the devaluation of women as they age. It bothered me that, in this book, Cash is 36 and single and still opts for the almost decade-younger gorgeous woman. Shannon is at one point referred to as "young and pretty".

I know so many fabulous, gorgeous 30- and 40-something single women in real life. And why is their dating life often pitiful? Guys their age go after the younger women. Yes, I know this is just a book, but books reflect our cultural beliefs and vice versa. I'm not as concerned with breaking stereotypes of men being concerned about the home (Cash) and women being concerned about their careers (Shannon). Although literature has traditionally presented the opposite in characterizing genders, it seems like we are already moving rapidly away from that. It's time to stop perpetuating the idea that 20-something women are the best catch. Yes, they are also great and yes, they are equally deserving of a dream romance and I certainly don't want them out of literature. There is already just so much literature and pop culture that focuses on younger women. Let's just not forget our equally valuable older women and give them a chance to be the romantic lead sometimes.

Honestly, after the above was established, I sort of emotionally checked out from this book. Which makes be sad, because the story is entertaining and enjoyable. It's been a while since I read a romance novel and this one is not as stodgy and cliche as several that I remember. It's definitely very modern in language and social issues.

If anything I wrote in the first paragraph doesn't bother you and you enjoy a good romance, this could definitely be a book for you to pick up.

[Kay · Rating 4 out of 5]

Shannon had learned early that she couldn't rely on a man; first with her father and then with her boyfriend. With a strong drive to fix the wrongs of the world, she became a DEA agent. When her brother overdoses on meth that he claims to have gotten in Ordinary where their sister lives, she enters Cash's world.

Cash as a teen watched his mother fall apart when their father's ambition and infidelity sent him down. He wanted a different life than the fast pace of the city. So when he became a cop he sought out small towns to put down roots. In Ordinary, he was their Sheriff and had quickly formed friendships with the local ranchers. He envied their family lives and wanted that for himself. So when Shannon bursts into his world and sparks fly between them, he has a new battle. Does he give in and risk losing his heart to a career woman?

This is a rather fast paced story for a SuperRomance. The drug ring case adds just the right suspense. Ms. Sullivan is a master at character building and once again, we have some great secondary characters that make us hungry to know more.

[Donna · Rating 4 out of 5]

NO ORDINARY SHERIFF is the last book in talented Mary Sullivan’s Ordinary, Montana series. Sullivan highlights the reality of the growing epidemic of methamphetamine use in small towns and large cities across America. Ambitious and determined, heroine Shannon Wilson meets her match in strong steadfast Cash Kavenagh. As these two struggle with dangers of shutting down a meth lab, they also struggle with their love for each other. It will be sad to say goodbye to Ordinary, Montana but we are eagerly looking forward to more from award winning author Mary Sullivan.

[Nichole · Rating 2 out of 5]

Ok, so this book started off really well. Cash seemed like an amazing man, Shannon was okay... But they last 50 pages of this book absolutely ruined this book. Shannon to me turned out to be a selfish witch! And they absolutely ruined the perfect man. He just left Austin?! Seriously?! And they didn't even say what happened to Austin and his Mom!! Nor was Brad and Mary Lou brought up again. Yeah I really think the ending needed more thought and care! Grr it frustrated me!

[Josh · Rating 3 out of 5]

I first read Mary Sullivan's newer novel Because of Audrey. This earlier story has more interpersonal development and fewer plot twists. I liked it, too.

[Harlequin Books]

Miniseries: Count on a Cop
Category: Heart & Home
Audio Sample

[Harlequin Books]

Miniseries: Count on a Cop
Category: Heart & Home
Audio Sample

[Christine · Rating 4 out of 5]

I'd give this book 5 stars except for one thing. There is a loose end the author doesn't tie up. What happens to Austin?

[Emily · Rating 3 out of 5]

This book was ok, romantic, hence it being a "Super Romance" I liked the ending, I thought it was going the other way, this was a quick read.