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Bull Rider: Another Heart Bites the Dust
He's a pro bull rider on tour.
She's a trick rider on a perilous mission.
How will he keep her safe?
Another heart bites the dust. That's what Rick Campbell has heard about Bailey Martin. The talented stunt rider only dates a guy for a short time before moving on. He takes the rumor with a grain of salt until he witnesses it firsthand.
But Bailey lives with a single-minded purpose. Tracking down her stolen mare. Though people think she dates one cowboy after another, she's actually using them as unsuspecting bodyguards when she's following a lead.
In spite of her tactics, she suddenly finds herself completely alone and crossing paths with a ruthless thug. But with her precious mare so close nothing and no-one will stand in her way...unless Rick reaches her in time.
She's a trick rider on a perilous mission.
How will he keep her safe?
Another heart bites the dust. That's what Rick Campbell has heard about Bailey Martin. The talented stunt rider only dates a guy for a short time before moving on. He takes the rumor with a grain of salt until he witnesses it firsthand.
But Bailey lives with a single-minded purpose. Tracking down her stolen mare. Though people think she dates one cowboy after another, she's actually using them as unsuspecting bodyguards when she's following a lead.
In spite of her tactics, she suddenly finds herself completely alone and crossing paths with a ruthless thug. But with her precious mare so close nothing and no-one will stand in her way...unless Rick reaches her in time.
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179 pages, Kindle Edition
Published July 21, 2023
About the author
Maggie Carpenter
175 books331 followersAward-winning and best-selling author Maggie Carpenter has published over 120 romance novels, and is the recipient of a number Spanking Romance Reviews awards spanning a variety of genres. Her readers describe her books as, romantic, funny, suspenseful, beyond a five-star read, exciting romance with a ton of surprises.
Her work includes a best-selling twelve-book contemporary cowboy series, Cowboys After Dark, (http://amzn.to/2ihCNtp), a warrior fantasy trilogy, Warriors After Dark, (http://amzn.to/2iE0cDa) contemporary love stories, and several Victorian romances. His Willful Bride was a #1 best-seller for several weeks and a BookBub Feature Deal. She is best known for her smart, witty, strong-willed women who bring unexpected challenge, mystery and humor into the lives of passionate, dominant men.
Maggie has a history in show-business both in front of and behind the camera, but moved from Los Angeles to live in the Pacific Northwest to pursue her writing. She is an equine enthusiast who rides every day, and writes until the wee hours of the morning when her eyes close only because they must.
This author loves to hear from readers. You can contact her through her website: www.MaggieCarpenter.com. To sample her work for free, go to, www.3FreeBooks.com.
Her work includes a best-selling twelve-book contemporary cowboy series, Cowboys After Dark, (http://amzn.to/2ihCNtp), a warrior fantasy trilogy, Warriors After Dark, (http://amzn.to/2iE0cDa) contemporary love stories, and several Victorian romances. His Willful Bride was a #1 best-seller for several weeks and a BookBub Feature Deal. She is best known for her smart, witty, strong-willed women who bring unexpected challenge, mystery and humor into the lives of passionate, dominant men.
Maggie has a history in show-business both in front of and behind the camera, but moved from Los Angeles to live in the Pacific Northwest to pursue her writing. She is an equine enthusiast who rides every day, and writes until the wee hours of the morning when her eyes close only because they must.
This author loves to hear from readers. You can contact her through her website: www.MaggieCarpenter.com. To sample her work for free, go to, www.3FreeBooks.com.
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August 19, 2023
This is book one of the Cowboys, Ropes and Kisses series and the main characters are trick rider Bailey Martin and pro bull rider Rick Campbell who is close to becoming the champion. This is the first rodeo circuit Rick has seen Bailey at and his other rodeo friends have some apt words to use to describe her out of the ring. Apparently she has been out with a ton of different men and then dumps them shortly after and he isn’t sure of that until he sees it happen in town, with Duke Ellwood. But Bailey has a very serious reason why she has always picked on a local man to take her out, as she looks for her horse, who was stolen along with two others belonging to her friends. She’s actually using these men as security for her, as she goes to different stables pretending to be looking for a horse to buy, but in fact looking for her own! When Rick sees Duke seemingly being aggressive towards Bailey, he steps up to protect her. This starts them off in the same routine, as she asks if he would come with her to see a horse the next day.
One of the places she ends up trying to find, was too difficult to find and could have placed her in a very dangerous position. Rick ends up taking her to see one of his good friends who runs a stables and could have a horse she might want to buy. She gets him to stop along the driveway and performs a weird ritual, something she does when she sees a few horses in the distance in a paddock. Rick’s friend quickly figures out what she is actually doing and looking for and suggests they look at the property over the hill from his. Her ritual brings her a result she wasn’t expecting and rather than wait for Rick to get some help from his friend, she takes a move of her own. This is soon traced back to her and places her in a dangerous position with a ruthless criminal now on her tail. Helping Bailey soon has Rick completely involved and falling for this feisty woman, who he finds out has been searching for her beloved horse for months. The fact this story is so true to what is happening all over the country, makes for a very realistic tale. Bailey is out there hunting down her favourite horse, stolen by criminals trading in horse flesh and fortunately for her, not sent to the knackers yard! A realistic storyline that combines rodeo stars with romance and a HEA ending.
One of the places she ends up trying to find, was too difficult to find and could have placed her in a very dangerous position. Rick ends up taking her to see one of his good friends who runs a stables and could have a horse she might want to buy. She gets him to stop along the driveway and performs a weird ritual, something she does when she sees a few horses in the distance in a paddock. Rick’s friend quickly figures out what she is actually doing and looking for and suggests they look at the property over the hill from his. Her ritual brings her a result she wasn’t expecting and rather than wait for Rick to get some help from his friend, she takes a move of her own. This is soon traced back to her and places her in a dangerous position with a ruthless criminal now on her tail. Helping Bailey soon has Rick completely involved and falling for this feisty woman, who he finds out has been searching for her beloved horse for months. The fact this story is so true to what is happening all over the country, makes for a very realistic tale. Bailey is out there hunting down her favourite horse, stolen by criminals trading in horse flesh and fortunately for her, not sent to the knackers yard! A realistic storyline that combines rodeo stars with romance and a HEA ending.
August 13, 2023
“Bull Rider: Another Heart Bites the Dust” is a cowboy/cowgirl romantic suspense by Maggie Carpenter. It combines good characters, an intriguing story, and plenty of steam for an entertaining story.
Bailey is a talented trick rider on an emotional mission more dangerous than her riskiest athletic stunts; she’s searching for the horse that stole her beloved mare and the horses of her two close friends. Traveling with the rodeo circuit makes it easier for her to make inquiries and search. She is well aware that what she’s doing is dangerous, so she always tries to get a cowboy to accompany her when she looks at horses that might be her own. Rick is a professional bull rider. He’s on the way to having his most successful year ever and needs to focus on his career. Bailey, though, is a delightful distraction. She’s got something of a reputation for the way she dates and ditches cowboys, but he senses there’s more to her than meets the eye. Despite that, he’s still shocked when he finds out what she’s really up to. He wants to help her – but he’s also determined to keep her safe.
The author does a good job of creating a world in which her characters live. Bailey and Rick are both interesting and multidimensional, each having depths that most people never see. His desire to help her is as strong as the instant attraction between them. Their steamy connection is intensified by moments of domestic discipline. There are a nice array of secondary characters (including some villains!) who each add even more depth and interest to the story. I enjoyed the ending, and hope to see some of the other characters in future books by this author.
I received a copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily sharing my thoughts and opinions.
Bailey is a talented trick rider on an emotional mission more dangerous than her riskiest athletic stunts; she’s searching for the horse that stole her beloved mare and the horses of her two close friends. Traveling with the rodeo circuit makes it easier for her to make inquiries and search. She is well aware that what she’s doing is dangerous, so she always tries to get a cowboy to accompany her when she looks at horses that might be her own. Rick is a professional bull rider. He’s on the way to having his most successful year ever and needs to focus on his career. Bailey, though, is a delightful distraction. She’s got something of a reputation for the way she dates and ditches cowboys, but he senses there’s more to her than meets the eye. Despite that, he’s still shocked when he finds out what she’s really up to. He wants to help her – but he’s also determined to keep her safe.
The author does a good job of creating a world in which her characters live. Bailey and Rick are both interesting and multidimensional, each having depths that most people never see. His desire to help her is as strong as the instant attraction between them. Their steamy connection is intensified by moments of domestic discipline. There are a nice array of secondary characters (including some villains!) who each add even more depth and interest to the story. I enjoyed the ending, and hope to see some of the other characters in future books by this author.
I received a copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily sharing my thoughts and opinions.
August 13, 2023
'Bull Rider' is the first book in Maggie Carpenter's new series "Cowboys, Ropes, and Kisses" and if you're a Maggie Carpenter fan, then you know she can tell a tale about cowboys like no other author. This storyline is filled with angst, drama, suspense, and danger while passion grows and explodes between Rick Campbell, a bull rider, and Bailey Martin, a stunt rider. Both are highly competitive and accomplished when it comes to riding. At this stage, Bailey has had her horse stolen and she's trying, very discretely, to get answers and doesn't care how she gets them. Rick, on the other hand, has heard and seen how Bailey goes through cowboys and comes to the conclusion she's there for more than just the competition and he intends to get his own answers. Ok, you know there's going to be at least one or two spankings along the way. It's a great storyline with strong characters and a plot that kept me riveted every step of the way.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
August 11, 2023
Maggie Carpenter’s ‘Bull Rider’ is a classic cowboy and cowgirl romance. Rick is at the top of his game, dominant, and very handsome. Bailey is a trick rider, fearless, sassy, and feisty. She’s on a mission that has the potential of being dangerous, but she’s so focused on her goal that she’s taking too many risks.
Maggie is so skillful with her narrative and dialogue that Rick and Bailey’s encounters are realistic, sexy, and witty. Rick deals with her reckless behavior with spankings and she loves it! Their personalities match so well and their relationship grows stronger. Friends, horses, and a few criminals make this story very entertaining.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
Maggie is so skillful with her narrative and dialogue that Rick and Bailey’s encounters are realistic, sexy, and witty. Rick deals with her reckless behavior with spankings and she loves it! Their personalities match so well and their relationship grows stronger. Friends, horses, and a few criminals make this story very entertaining.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
October 1, 2025
Well, this one took me by surprise!
This is a New Author for me and I was beyond impressed!
Ms. Carpenter had me hook, line and sinker from the first paragraph!
I've read a lot of books in my lifetime and she just stole the show!
This wasn't your typical rodeo, cowboy cowgirl story and it was Amazing!
Fast paced action, suspense, drama, and sparks and chemistry out of the world!
Rick and Bailey had that something, something that you just know is going be the beginning of a Great Love story. I was not disappointed!
Add some great heat where you want it most and BANG! Its on like Donkey Kong! Lol
Now, I really Need the next in the series and anything of Maggie Carpenter's in my TBR pile! Thank you so much for a great Book!
This is a New Author for me and I was beyond impressed!
Ms. Carpenter had me hook, line and sinker from the first paragraph!
I've read a lot of books in my lifetime and she just stole the show!
This wasn't your typical rodeo, cowboy cowgirl story and it was Amazing!
Fast paced action, suspense, drama, and sparks and chemistry out of the world!
Rick and Bailey had that something, something that you just know is going be the beginning of a Great Love story. I was not disappointed!
Add some great heat where you want it most and BANG! Its on like Donkey Kong! Lol
Now, I really Need the next in the series and anything of Maggie Carpenter's in my TBR pile! Thank you so much for a great Book!
July 24, 2023
A FIVE STAR ! ♥️
I LOVE cowboys. Strong, sexy, protective, bossy cowboys; and I LOVE stories about them. In this new adventure series, rodeo cowboys are featured and this first one explodes out of the chute. I loved the characters and was elated to learn that some will continue to appear in the series as the stories are created. This is one of the best I’ve ever read and I couldn’t put it down until the end. It’s a brand spanking new one that kept me enthralled. I’ve kept it to read again, and I will, the day I purchase book two.
I can’t wait! ♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️
I LOVE cowboys. Strong, sexy, protective, bossy cowboys; and I LOVE stories about them. In this new adventure series, rodeo cowboys are featured and this first one explodes out of the chute. I loved the characters and was elated to learn that some will continue to appear in the series as the stories are created. This is one of the best I’ve ever read and I couldn’t put it down until the end. It’s a brand spanking new one that kept me enthralled. I’ve kept it to read again, and I will, the day I purchase book two.
I can’t wait! ♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️
September 3, 2023
Bailey is a serial dater, never serious about anyone. She talks Rick into accompanying her to look at a potential horse to purchase. He realizes that she's really trying to track down her stolen mare. With her singular focus, he has to figure out how to keep her safe. (Hint: she's gonna have trouble sitting down.) There's not much I like better than a good cowboy romance. Rick's a bit bossy, but he's sexy AF, a real keeper. The author certainly knows how to keep my interest. I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
July 23, 2023
What a feisty little heroine!
This was exactly what a "Maggie" book normally is - great little romance with the discipline needed for the gutsy woman who loved her horse so much that she would take risks she shouldn't be taking! There was a lot to love about the characters in this delightful, fairly short book with an appropriate ending for the nasty horse thief.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving an honest review.
This was exactly what a "Maggie" book normally is - great little romance with the discipline needed for the gutsy woman who loved her horse so much that she would take risks she shouldn't be taking! There was a lot to love about the characters in this delightful, fairly short book with an appropriate ending for the nasty horse thief.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving an honest review.
August 30, 2023
Learning new tricks
BULL RIDER i8s the first book in the Cowboys, Ropes and Kisses series. I think I am going to really enjoy this series if the stories keep up the fun and heat that Bull Rider delivers. Bull and Trick riders come together in a story that definitely lasts longer than 8 seconds but rings a lot of bells along the way. All I can say is keep riding that bull and have a lot of fun doing it!!!
BULL RIDER i8s the first book in the Cowboys, Ropes and Kisses series. I think I am going to really enjoy this series if the stories keep up the fun and heat that Bull Rider delivers. Bull and Trick riders come together in a story that definitely lasts longer than 8 seconds but rings a lot of bells along the way. All I can say is keep riding that bull and have a lot of fun doing it!!!
January 11, 2024
A fantastic afternoon read
If you love western romance then you will love Maggie Carpenter's latest. Rick is a bull rider chasing the ultimate prize - a championship. Bailey is a trick rider on a mission to recover her stolen mare. Can she find her mare without tipping off the thief? Will she allow Rick to help her? Will their story end in tears or HEA?.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
If you love western romance then you will love Maggie Carpenter's latest. Rick is a bull rider chasing the ultimate prize - a championship. Bailey is a trick rider on a mission to recover her stolen mare. Can she find her mare without tipping off the thief? Will she allow Rick to help her? Will their story end in tears or HEA?.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
July 27, 2023
Bull Rider
What a great book! It brings together a bull rider and a trick rider. The relationship between them grows as each one deals with their own challenges. Love develops and it is a exciting journey for them! Maggie Carpenter is at her best as she starts another series. I can’t wait for the next one!!!
What a great book! It brings together a bull rider and a trick rider. The relationship between them grows as each one deals with their own challenges. Love develops and it is a exciting journey for them! Maggie Carpenter is at her best as she starts another series. I can’t wait for the next one!!!
August 12, 2023
I enjoyed the glimpse into the life of a traveling horserider. Whether you are on a bull or a trick rider what a rush to perform before an appreciative audience. How sad that there are people in the world without morals or decency. This was a good start to a great series.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
August 16, 2023
Like cowboys and rodeos? Enjoy a good spanking scene? Maggie Carpenter has written the perfect book for you. Rick and Bailey have enough chemistry to light up the pages of your kindle. A quick read, this one is not to be missed.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
April 1, 2025
Rick is a bull rider, and Bailey is a trick rider. Their chemistry is written wonderfully, and the plot flows seamlessly. There is suspense, steam, some scary moments, and a good story about the lengths someone will go to find what means the most to them. The author pulled me in right away and kept me engaged throughout the book. I look forward to reading the rest of this series.
July 30, 2023
Love that cowboy
The books like all her boons was so exciting from beginning to end you just couldnt put it down . and since I will be going into ths hospital for surgery and 4 weeks recovery I will have plenty of tine to reread all her books again.
The books like all her boons was so exciting from beginning to end you just couldnt put it down . and since I will be going into ths hospital for surgery and 4 weeks recovery I will have plenty of tine to reread all her books again.
August 1, 2023
Bailey is on a mission to find her stolen mare, Rick just wants to ride bulls - can they work together and find happiness with all the forces working against them - a wonderful start to her new series! I read a bookfunnel version and freely leave my opinion!
August 3, 2023
Ms. Carpenter definitely knows how to capture this reader, and generating those tingles that I love!
She has enticed me into following this new rodeo series!
I enjoyed both mains, Bailey and Rick!
Enjoyed the plot too! A nasty thief! Oh My!!!
I still have a smile on my face!
She has enticed me into following this new rodeo series!
I enjoyed both mains, Bailey and Rick!
Enjoyed the plot too! A nasty thief! Oh My!!!
I still have a smile on my face!
August 12, 2023
I absolutely love the first book in the Cowboys, Ropes and Kisses series. Bailey is such a free spirit, and I totally love Edward for her. These two will keep you going from page one. I really live their story, and I always want more stories from this incredible author.
April 5, 2025
Bull Rider
The two main characters were definitely made for each other. Rick wasn't sure what Bailey was up to but he determined to find out. When he does find out her secret , he intends to keep her safe whether she likes it or not.
The two main characters were definitely made for each other. Rick wasn't sure what Bailey was up to but he determined to find out. When he does find out her secret , he intends to keep her safe whether she likes it or not.
August 9, 2023
Loved it
It was such an exciting book to read. A real rollercoaster and a great way to start a new series. Can't wait to read more xx
It was such an exciting book to read. A real rollercoaster and a great way to start a new series. Can't wait to read more xx
September 8, 2023
Loved it..
A rip roaring adventure with a ton of romance thrown in. We all love a man who can take charge...especially a cowboy trying to keep his new love safe. A must read.
A rip roaring adventure with a ton of romance thrown in. We all love a man who can take charge...especially a cowboy trying to keep his new love safe. A must read.
October 2, 2023
I loved this story I felt it ended to soon though!!
November 1, 2023
Good amount of nefarious deeds and interaction between the H and h
March 29, 2025
first cowboy book for me
And it won’t be the last for me. Hot and steamy with horses OMG why haven’t I been reading cowboys!!!
And it won’t be the last for me. Hot and steamy with horses OMG why haven’t I been reading cowboys!!!
August 13, 2023
'Bull Rider' is the first book in Maggie Carpenter's new series "Cowboys, Ropes, and Kisses" and if you're a Maggie Carpenter fan, then you know she can tell a tale about cowboys like no other author. This storyline is filled with angst, drama, suspense, and danger while passion grows and explodes between Rick Campbell, a bull rider, and Bailey Martin, a stunt rider. Both are highly competitive and accomplished when it comes to riding. At this stage, Bailey has had her horse stolen and she's trying, very discretely, to get answers and doesn't care how she gets them. Rick, on the other hand, has heard and seen how Bailey goes through cowboys and comes to the conclusion she's there for more than just the competition and he intends to get his own answers. Ok, you know there's going to be at least one or two spankings along the way. It's a great storyline with strong characters and a plot that kept me riveted every step of the way.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
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