The Lonestar Collection: Four Bluebird Ranch Romantic Suspense Stories of Danger, Faith, and Second Chances

Lonestar #1-4

by Colleen Coble

Lonestar Sanctuary

Though tragedy has wrecked her life, Allie Siders holds on to the hope that her five-year-old daughter, Betsy, will speak again. But with a stalker out for revenge, all Allie can think about now is their safety. She heads to the peaceful Bluebird Ranch, nestled in Texas hill country. Ranch owner Elijah DeAngelo eagerly welcomes the duo. But Rick Bailey—the ranch foreman—hasn't decided to let his guard down. Promises made long ago soon force Rick and Allie to work together to escape danger.

Lonestar Secrets

Shannon Astor returns to southwest Texas to serve as the town's veterinarian—and to get her life back on track. Then she catches a glimpse of Jack MacGowan, the man who ruined her life years before. Even more shocking is the sight of Jack's five-year-old daughter Faith, who bears an uncanny resemblance to Shannon's own daughter Kylie. Could Faith be the daughter that Shannon has believed to be dead for all these years?

Lonestar Homecoming

Gracie Lister escapes with her daughter to the West Texas country where her family fell apart years ago. There, Lieutenant Michael Wayne gives Gracie the refuge she needs and a job caring for his two children. When Gracie’s ex-fiancé catches up to her, her impulse is to flee the danger—and the father she lacks the courage to confront. Together Gracie and Michael must find the strength they need in each other to protect their newly forged family.

Lonestar Angel

Five years ago Eden and Clay Larson’s baby was stolen and never found. The tragedy ended their young and rocky marriage. Now Eden’s moved to a new town to rebuild her life. But Clay arrives and delivers he never signed their divorce papers. And Clay has been searching for Brianna all this time. He believes he’s found her in Bluebird, Texas, at a youth ranch. All five little girls there are the right age. Eden and Clay sign on as counselors, but as danger closes in, Eden, Clay, and all their young charges are in jeopardy. As they fight to save their family, Eden realizes that God has been fighting for them all along.

All is Calm

The Bluebird Ranch is the perfect place for Lauren Everman to hide. As the witness to a murder, she needs protection and the ranch’s owners offer her sanctuary. She lends a hand with the foster kids who visit the ranch to learn how to ride horses. Little Carly is her first student. Brendan Waddell is recovering from a gunshot wound at Bluebird Ranch. His friends’ welcoming home is the perfect place for him to rest during the holiday season. Lauren intrigues him, even though she says she’s not interested in romance. When Lauren and Brendan conspire to give young Carly a happy Christmas, love blooms. But first the couple must race against time to find the killer before he strikes again.

Genres: Christian Fiction, Suspense, Mystery, Fiction, Christian, Romantic Suspense

1383 pages, Kindle Edition

First published June 24, 2014

About the author

USAToday bestselling author Colleen Coble lives with her husband, Dave, in Arizona. She is the author of dozens of novels including the Rock Harbor Series, the Aloha Reef Series, the Mercy Falls Series, the Hope Beach Series, the Lonestar Series and two Women of Faith fiction selections, Alaska Twilight and Midnight Sea. She has more than 6 million books in print.

Reviews

[Lisa Crenshaw · Rating 4 out of 5]

Each story had a common theme and the characters intertwined throughout all the books. Personally, I really love reading about characters later on in series. It is disappointing when they just disappear from a series or town when their story is up. I was not sure about the common theme though. All the characters married quickly, as practically strangers. Each time their were children involved and they were all the same ages per story. I thought this odd at first but then I began to enjoy it. Ms. Coble managed to give us four very distinct stories that were entertaining. I think Gracie's story was my favorite. She was a very damaged individual that had to learn to give herself to God before she could give herself to her daughter, her husband, her new children. I liked the way Michael dealt with her, recognizing her fears and insecurities, patiently giving her a foundation and stability. Great books!

[Janet Merrell · Rating 3 out of 5]

Overall I did like the series, but I have a hard time with Coble's suspense as the events are so unbelievable. There are never any real "hard pounding" moments like, say, a Dee Henderson story. She does throw in some fairly good romantic tension from time to time. Three of the stories were marriages of convenience which was unexpected, and I enjoyed. All had children as semi-major characters and that was also a nice touch.

[Staciy Wilson Wilson · Rating 5 out of 5]

Colleen Coble knocks this collection out of the park!!!

Love, faith, intrigue, and bringing awareness to obscure disorders? 💗💗💗 You won't be disappointed with this collection of stories. Stupendous!

[Rachel Newby · Rating 5 out of 5]

big Coble fan

I usually prefer her historical fiction but I loved the quick pave and twists of this collection. Perfect summer reading for this desert girl.

[Ruth Jessen · Rating 5 out of 5]

So many heroes...

So many good books...impossible scenarios but dealing with real life issues. Heroes and heroines making the charts choices in life and making the best of situations...all worth the goal to make life better for each other and the children in their lives.

[Shirley White · Rating 5 out of 5]

EXCELLENT series

I couldn’t put the books down. I stayed up late each night until I finished each book! I highly recommend this series.

[Margaret Jo Lewis · Rating 5 out of 5]

The best.

I totally enjoy the writing of this author. She brings God's truths out in ways that mirror our own lives and struggles. And of course gives us the answer that God is in control, even when it looks like everything is spinning out of control. Our mandate is to love and trust Him, all the while He is working everything for our good.

[Gay H Whiteley · Rating 5 out of 5]

totally awesome!

I loved all four books. I just could not put them down. The characters came alive as I read and fell in love with each of the main characters.

[Aimee · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great series, once again!