Big Rowdy Cowboy

Courage County Cowboys #4

by Mia Brody

Yesterday, I was nobody. Today, I’m fake dating country music’s hottest superstar. The relationship is pretend, but the chemistry between us is very real…

Dotty

Listen, I didn't mean to hit Zac Maple, country music's golden boy, with my car. He walked right in front of me. Totally not my fault.

Equally not my fault is everyone thinking we're dating. I didn't start that rumor. He did that when he was incoherently babbling about soulmates. This rowdy cowboy is over the top and way too possessive!

Zac

My brother said that sometimes love hits you out of nowhere. He wasn’t wrong. I have the concussion to prove it.

Problem is, the little pixie who hit me wants nothing to do with me. But the whole town thinks we're dating, and I'll use every advantage I have to win my girl's heart. Because this cowboy is head over heels and completely gone for the sassy reporter.

If you love fake dating romances and possessive cowboys who are all-in from the first awkward meet cute, then it's time to fall for Zac Maple in Big Rowdy Cowboy. One click for a story so hot you’ll need an ice cube!

It’s time to meet the Maple Brothers, the sweetest cowboys in Courage County. These OTT alpha cowboys are determined to claim the curvy women who have stolen their hearts. Cuddle up with these sexy new book boyfriends from Mia Brody today!

Genres: Romance, Novella, Westerns

182 pages, Kindle Edition

Published December 17, 2024

About the author

Mia Brody is a romance author who loves big, bearded guys that are gruff on the outside and oh-so gooey on the inside. She writes swoon-worthy small town romances set in the fictional town of Courage County.

She often writes characters that are disabled, chronically ill, or neurodivergent. Her own struggles with muscular dystrophy and anxiety inspire many of her stories. She's passionate about showing readers that happily ever after is possible for everyone.

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Reviews

[Dorrita Winch · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is book four in a series: Courage County Cowboys. Though a series each is a stand alone.
And my oh my did I love this book! It has so many feels and also deals with issues In life that can stay with us through that life.
We have beautiful and innocent Dotty. She’s an Intern at The Courage Chronicle.
Zac Maple is our big , handsome MMC. He’s Courage County’s celebrity. Country Music Superstar.
Let me just tell a few likes about this book.
I love the tenacity and determination that Zac had that Dotty was his from first sight..even though he was high as a kite!😂 And love the continual way he built her up and made her know he saw her as beautiful and desirable.
He had a bad life before “Linda and Fred Maple”. Who changed his life forever. LIFE can scar a person inside if we let it.
This book deals with duel innocents, a story full of love and how it can change a persons direction in life for the better. Belief in Soul Mates, and oh so much more.
You will fall in love with little Missy 🥰..👍🏻🥰.

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[Laura · Rating 5 out of 5]

Fabulous book. I really enjoyed it

[Rebmay · Rating 5 out of 5]

Zac and Dotty’s story is a funny, sweet and spicy page-turner. Dotty is a reporter for a small town newspaper who is just trying to get a chance to write an article that has real substance. She has no idea what to do next after she accidentally mows down Zac, a country music star, with her not so trusty car. She’s having visions of herself in jail while he claims she is an angel, offers to write her a song and announces she is his future wife. Such a funny meet-cute.

Dotty ends up taking Zac home and staying to keep an eye him in case he has a concussion. He wakes up still convinced she is the one meant for him and he is going to go all out to convince her too. Dotty, however, is looking for a way to sneak out before he comes back into his bedroom with the breakfast he made for her. (Swoon).
He has no idea that she is very body-conscious, believing she is too curvy and unattractive for most men, let alone superstar Zac. She was never good enough or thin enough for her critical and self absorbed parents. Dotty has never had a real boyfriend or even been on a date. Zac is determined to show her just how much he likes her curves and everything else about her. A social media post helps him to convince her to agree to a fake dating relationship, and three public dates, though he intends to make it all real. Zac is not letting Dotty go.

It’s insta love on Zac’s part, and Dotty is well on her way, but fighting it because of her past terrible experience with men. She refuses to believe this handsome country music star could want curvy, frumpy her. Zac is growly, possessive, obsessive and very protective when it comes to his Dotty. Despite what she thinks, he doesn’t do casual and has been waiting for his forever girl, just like his brothers. Now he has found her. I love their supernova hot chemistry, his dirty talk, and the vulnerability they show each other. I love the scene where Zac describes exactly how he sees her, and what he envisions for their future. (Another very swoony moment).

This book is a gem and I am happy to recommend it.

[Michelle Frater · Rating 4 out of 5]

If you’re looking for a swoon-worthy cowboy who knows what he wants and isn’t afraid to go all out to get it, Zac Maple is your man! Especially when what he wants is Dotty, a self-conscious, budding reporter, who’s never been anyone’s priority. Their meet-cute is the stuff of rom-com dreams, and it’ll have you believing in fate. Dotty definitely wasn’t expecting to (literally) run into a country music superstar on the backroads of her small hometown. But when he starts talking of angels, she’s afraid that Zac is hurt more than he seems and her kind heart compels her to stay by his side overnight. By morning, their unexpected encounter has made them an internet sensation. For Zac, this twist of fate just proves he’s found the one. And this cowboy is not above pulling out every trick in the book to show Dotty that she’s the woman of his dreams. But convincing Dotty isn’t that easy. After a lifetime of feeling “not enough” for everyone from her self-absorbed parents to every man she’s ever met, she can’t fathom why a gorgeous man like Zac would be interested in her. However, Zac is unwavering in his determination. Not only does he adore Dotty’s curves, but he’s captivated by everything that makes her, her. I adored how possessive and protective he is of Dotty and loved how he fired his two nasty make-up artists because they made her feel bad. But when Dotty finally lets her guard down, the sparks between these two are off the charts. I’ve loved every book in this series, and this one is no exception. Zac Maple is a man on a mission, and his relentless love and devotion to Dotty will make your heart melt. That said, I have one tiny gripe: if you’re writing about curvy women or husky handsome men, can we get cover models who actually fit the bill? It’s time to see some real representation on those book covers! In short: the Maple brothers rule, and this story is a must-read for all die-hard romantics!
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[Vicki · Rating 5 out of 5]

Zac may be the baby of all the Maple boys but that man is all MAN! And hot? He was something else, all commanding and dominant while still being the sweetest, most loving guy EVER. Well, at least since his brothers…

It feels like I’ve been waiting forever to finally get country music star, Zac Maple’s, story but I have to admit, it was definitely worth the wait. In the beginning, when journalist wannabe, Dotty, hit him with her beloved Rust Bucket, I couldn’t help it; that was the funniest thing. I was laughing my head off! Just the mental picture, and I could SO see it, and I’d be off, giggling again.

It wasn’t all fun and games though, Zac is desperate to win Dotty over but she had serious body image issues and couldn’t believe that he could ever want someone like her. It took some quick thinking for Zac to come up with a story explaining why he needed her to pretend to be his girlfriend but still, she resisted and then finally agreed to three dates; Zac better get a move on!

This was such a good book. It didn’t take a whole long time to read but it had tons of steamy goodness making it go by WAY too fast. Honestly though, I think I’d probably have felt the same no matter HOW long it had been. If you happen to like a famous country music star, fake boyfriend, instalove read, this is one you need to read. 5 stars!.

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[Laura Moylan · Rating 5 out of 5]

Dotty is just starting out as a journalist and is working the stories about chasing a cow and what “Betsy is up to today” lol. Omg. I also laughed myself out of the bed with that. Working at The Courage Chronicle under Sylvia, there are only a few topics she is allowed to cover. What she named her car made me laugh too. However, while chasing the cow, a storm hits. Since she is driving extremely slowly, she thinks she is on the Maple Farm, but isn’t sure. Then she hits someone. I find Dotty to be hilarious in her thinking. The cowboy that she hits is Zac Maple, a resident celebrity of Courage County and known as a country music superstar. Finding the reason of why he is out in the storm is scary and hilarious at the same time as is his reaction to Dotty. The entire book goes from hilarious, to steamy, to sweet, to hot, to soooo needing the AC on from the chemistry between Zac and Dotty. My stomach hurt from laughing so hard. Zac is just dreamy and knows what he wants right away. Dotty is kinda running and that is funny. Dotty’s friends are pretty much dating Zac’s older brothers. Their reactions are hilarious as well but they are good friends. I can’t wait to see what happens next in the series. I found this book to be my new fave in the series and that is saying something!.

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[kymagirl · Rating 5 out of 5]

Journalist Dotty (h), driving her rusty car, accidentally bumps Zac (H), a country music superstar, leading to an amusing and chaotic first encounter. The last thing she expects is to find herself fake-dating Zac, and what starts as a staged romance to control a media frenzy quickly turns into something much more real and complicated. Dotty has spent her life feeling like she’s never enough, but Zac’s relentless affection and bold declarations start to break through her insecurities. As she’s drawn deeper into his high-profile world, Zac shows her what it means to be truly loved, while Dotty gives Zac a glimpse of the normal life he didn’t know he needed. But with the media watching their every move and old wounds threatening to resurface, Zac and Dotty have to deal with pressures and challenges that threaten to tear them apart as they transition from a staged romance to an authentic, life-changing love. Hot and steamy cowboy, curvy girl, country music star romance, exploring love, connection, trust, self-acceptance, healing, vulnerabilities, family, transformation, and taking chances.

[Malini · Rating 5 out of 5]

What a story by MeemsAngel82

I don't think she was quite going for this kind of story when she set up the mountain! This was another hit for Courage County, A safe haven for good people and a wonderful place to fall in love. I love the relaxed, homey nature of this town and it's people. These two are so fun, it was hysterical as she finds him and not a cow she was looking for.

She was only allowed to report on a local cow. She then accidentally hits a cowboy and panics as he declares himself.

I loved this! Haha, this was so funny as she deals with her car, her life and then this larger than life cowboy. They are sexy together and as always, Mia has such sweetness and happiness in her stories that I just love. They are so good together and I love them on their own. They are both so fun together, their back and forth was just so fun to read and enjoy. Another fantastic love story in this county!

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[Oriana Reads · Rating 5 out of 5]

This story was so freaking sweet and a tiny bit sad too. Dotty is an intern for a newspaper in Courage County. Her family never approved of her choices or her appearance, so they have no contact. She one night clips Zac with her car and when Zac sees Dotty he just knows he found his wife. Zac is a successful country singer and one of the Maple boys. He always yearned for his soulmate and now he finally found her. Now he has just to convince her to give him a real chance to show her she is loveable and worthy of a HEA. A fan saw them together and now she has to play his "fake" girlfriend for his PR or that's what she thinks. Zac never wanted to fake-date her he just needs a bit more time to convince his woman. Sweet, bittersweet, romantic, steamy, fun to read, heartwarming and totally safe (heck yes they were their each other's first and only 😏😏, so dual virgins!!) with an awesome HEA and no OP drama😍😍😍😍

[Hanna Barker · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is book number 4 of the Courage County Cowboys series and focuses on Zac and Dotty. Dotty is a journalist in Courage County and is covering a mundane story when she accidentally ends up hitting Zac with her car. Zac is one of the Maple siblings and a famous musician who has spent his life looking for his soulmate. When Dotty hits him with her car, he immediately knows that he has finally found his soulmate and is not willing to let her slip through his fingers. He knows that she is the one for him and is determined to get her to fall for him as hard as he fell for her. I love how protective and possessive Zac is over Dotty and doesn’t allow anyone to treat her any less than she absolutely deserves. This was a great story and a great addition to the series.

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[J.p · Rating 5 out of 5]

Dotty is our heroine, a reporter that wants to write hard hitting news but at the moment she’s driving around looking for an elusive cow when she accidentally bumps into a man. Only he’s not just any man but the famous singer Zach Maple of the infamous Maple brothers from book 1,2 and 3. Zach like his brothers falls in love at first sight, now he has to convince her that it’s not the concussion talking and that they are meant to be together. A book with sweet and steamy moments a book that shows both characters vulnerabilities and insecurities particularly Dotty as all her life she’s been put down and denied love by the people that are meant to love her unconditionally. She’s strong and resilient and Zach is obsessive and possessive but together they are a great couple. Loved their hea. An amazing read.

[Kayla Lietzau · Rating 5 out of 5]

I absolutely LOVED it!!! Once I started I couldn’t put it down!!! I am completely OBSESSED Dotty and Zac!!! I felt all the emotions while reading this one, as I do with all of Mia’s books! These two are so perfect together. They had me rolling with how they first met lol
From that moment on you could feel their instant and strong connection!!! I swooned so many times while reading this!!! My heart also broke for Dotty as well as Zac with both of their pasts having heartbreaking moments 😭💔
These two started to heal each other and it was so beautiful to read it!!!
The spice was so freaking hot and panty meltingly DELICIOUS 🤤🥵
I am so obsessed with this book and series!!! Loved everything about it!!!! Highly highly recommend this phenomenal book!!!.

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[Petra · Rating 4 out of 5]

I loved their meet cute! It’s the funniest that I’ve read in a while. Zac knows right from the beginning that Dotty is THE one for him.
Dotty has several issues to overcome, due to her childhood. But Zac shows her that she is perfect just the way she is (and he’s a dirty talker!).

Quotes:
- I’m meant to be with this beautiful woman. Kissing her. Adoring her. Loving her.

- “Sometimes, being our true selves means removing our armor a little bit at a time. It doesn’t have to be all at once.”

Big Rowdy Cowboy is part of the Courage County Cowboys series, but a perfect standalone story. It’s not a problem if you haven’t read any of the previous books. (But they're worth it.).

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[Aspen G · Rating 5 out of 5]

Big Rowdy Cowboy is such a beautiful and heartful love story! Dotty is a gorgeous woman who is learning to love herself. Lonely aside from a few close friends, she struggles with emotional pain from her childhood and lack of family support. Zac is an outstanding male lead—alpha protector, caring, bold, and oh man does he fall instantly for miss Dotty. I absolutely adore how he sees her and never lets her forget it, while also being conscious of her insecurities and helping her move through them. And when he lets himself be vulnerable with her, I cried! It is so heartbreaking and beautiful to watch. This stunning love story has all the feels and then some. Love, love, love it!.

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[Jennifer Brewster · Rating 4 out of 5]

Who knew you could find the love of your life by hitting with your car. Dotty finds out you can do just that. Zac Maple is the country heartthrob and the last Maple to find love. One night he literally gets hit with it. He sees Dotty and knows she is his soulmate. Dotty on the other hand takes a little more convincing.

I love that Mia always features women with curves and realistic bodies. I also enjoy that there is always a deeper message to her stories. Dotty has always struggled with her body but Zac goes above and beyond to show her just how beautiful she is. This was another great read!!

[Lynn · Rating 5 out of 5]

While Dotty was out looking for a cow, she accidentally hit Zac with her car. She thinks she gave him a head injury because he keeps saying he's going to marry her, and is even looking up rings on his phone.
Zac is a famous county star. A few days ago, he took a nasty fall from the stage, and is on some strong pain medication. Even in his state, he knows he found his soulmate, and he will do everything he can to make her see they were ment for each other.

Loved meeting the Maple brothers. The brothers know their soulmates when they find them, and will do anything to show their love. Each book is a stand alone.

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[Ms. Le · Rating 5 out of 5]

Country music star Zac finds the love of his life out of the blue when reporter Dotty accidently hits him with her car. When pictures are published showing them together, he convinces her to fake date him in return for an exclusive interview. He hopes to use that time to convince her that she is it for him and to be together for real. Although OTT Zac allows Dotty to get used to the idea that he loves her and loves her body. Their first meeting is full of humour and Zac is so sweet and understanding with Dotty’s wariness. Once they get more intimate, things get steamy really quick, and the breeding talk starts up. I think my favourite Maple brother and couple.

[Lisa Parker · Rating 5 out of 5]

How do you get a country music star to notice you? You hit will your car, then he is delusional thinking you are an angel. Next thing you know everyone in town thinks you have been secretly dating the same hot country star.

Zac always heard love can hit you out of anywhere, did not realize that would be literal. The girl in question thinks he is delirious, but he is determined to win her heart, using any means necessary.

This is a sweet and steamy read, he falls first and needs to work extra hard for his girl to realize she is his one.

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[Shawna · Rating 5 out of 5]

I loved Big Rowdy Cowboy Book 4 of Courage County Cowboys. Dotty was a little freaked out when she bumped Zac with her car and he started spouting about soul mates. Now they are fake dating and she’s falling for her fake boyfriend. Unfortunately, people in her past have made her feel less than worthy of the country music super star. Zac knows he needs to show Dotty he’s in it for the long haul. I loved the story and the characters. He’s here to show her he loves her the way she is. I would definitely recommend this book and the series.

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[Vickie Lynn · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is another great short story by Mia Brody. This is book 4 in the Courage County Cowboys.

Zac is a famous musician and Dotty is an intern for the local paper. While Dotty is out looking for Betsy the cow for her next story, she accidentally hit Zac. This is how they met. He knew as soon as he opened his eyes he was in the presence of his soulmate. Dotty was not as open to the idea. Dotty has a painful past that still plagues her daily life.

Will Dotty give into Zac and his soulmate belief? Will they have a real relationship or keep it fake? Will Dotty be able to let past go and live for today? Let's finish reading to find out!

[Melissa Wilson · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is book 4 in Courage County Cowboys series featuring the Maple brothers. Such a sweet heartwarming story with both characters dealing with things from their past. The meet cute between Dotty and Zach was funny. I loved Dotty she was quirky but so sweet. Zach knew what he wanted and it was Dotty. Mia Brody writes the best kind of imperfect perfect characters . They have their own issues but that's what draws you in . Such a great read. 5 stars!!.

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[Alicia Walton · Rating 5 out of 5]

I absolutely loved this book. I was so excited to read this story. I love the meet cute was Dotty hitting Zac with her car. I loved the comedy in this book. This was such a cute romcom. This was the perfect ending for this series. I enjoyed the back stories of each character and watching the characters grew together. I felt Dotty's insecurities and was so moved by all Zac did to make her see her real beauty. They were a beautiful couple that made me swoon. This was such a well developed story and ended beautifully. I can not wait for the next book Mia Brody writes.

[QueenMum1 · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book is amazing! I didn't want it to end. I think I own every book Mia has written, and I have enjoyed every single one.
Zac is a country music star and the youngest of the Maple Brothers.
Dotty is a budding journalist.
Tropes:
Small town, curvy women, eating disorder, abuse, cinnamon roll, love at first sight, celebrity, OTT instalove HEA romance.

A huge thank you to Mia Brody and Booksprout for providing me with an eARC book in exchange for an honest review. All thoughts and opinions are my own.

[JLH · Rating 5 out of 5]

Chasing a cow named Betsy should not be this exciting! Especially since your car does not go in reverse and it barely starts let alone function more than 30 mph! This is Dotty's car, but her trusty car hit Zac and now he believes that she is his angel. Their Adventure is funny, serious, and depth, intense and that's just the first 24 hours. He is a mega country Superstar and she wants to be a reporter but currently an intern. Lot of feelings in this book. Kudos to Mia for her creation of this story!.

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[Lisa Bing · Rating 5 out of 5]

This was a great insta-love romance for Zac and Dotty. Zac was all-in from the moment he saw her, despite their meet-cute, and had their future mapped out just as quickly. Lol! Sadly, Dotty didn't have a good history with the men in her past and really had self-mage issues, making it harder for her to accept how quickly she fell, too. Have no fear, though, as Zac was more than happy to build her up to see herself as he did. He loved her as she was and with their hot chemistry, this was an entertaining, sweet and spicy read that led to a fab HEA :D

[La'Jacinth · Rating 4 out of 5]

It's funny how you go away because of your talent, but you end up coming home and finding your forever.

Now, if we can keep the townsfolk from bad gossip, both families from being overprotective just may be juuusssttt may be this might work.

Zac makes it clear from the moment Dotty hits...well as Dotty says, tapped..him that she was the one. But Dotty ain't so sure. See, she is not the model for a famous singing star..so she thinks. But Zav has a plan and three days to get it done

And get it done, he does.

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[Cynthia Khan · Rating 5 out of 5]

Book 4 of Courage County Cowboys story for Dotty and Zac. Yes I laughed at how Dotty meets Zac and the way he acts after, but Zac will steal your heart man I loved how he makes Dotty feel loved about herself and helps her see beauty is in the eye of the beholder and that everyone is beautiful. I loved this sweet hot romantic love story.

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[Fran · Rating 5 out of 5]

Dotty meets Zac Maple, country music heart throb, when she hits him with her car. One look from Zac and he’s in love. If he had his way he’d marry her immediately. But Dotty needs more coaxing so he asks her to be his pretend girlfriend. This is such a fun read. It’s well written, great characters, has some great laugh out loud moments and a few tears. It’s sweet and steamy and I loved it.

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[Jendy Reads · Rating 5 out of 5]

I love the Maple brothers and have been looking forward to Zac's story as the country music star. The meet-cute happens when Dotty hits him with her car. What else could make a guy fall in love!? I can totally resonate with Dotty not believing that someone so famous and good looking wants to marry her. I love how Zac works towards convincing her that he's a good guy. And the steam! Loved it!.

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[Debdutch · Rating 5 out of 5]

“Big Rowdy Cowboy” by Mia Brody is a heartwarming and emotional romance that pairs a big-hearted cowboy, Zac, with the self-conscious but lovable Dotty. Zac’s unwavering affection and determination to help Dotty see her worth make this story shine. Their journey to love is tender, sweet, and empowering, with themes of self-acceptance and healing. A touching read for fans of soul-deep romances.

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