No Place Like Home

Texas Matchmakers #3

by Debra Clopton

When her ancient RV caught fire, candy maker Dottie Hart was stranded in Mule Hollow. So much for her promise to help her brother with his women's shelter. She would never make it to California now! Help arrived in the nick of time, in the shape of handsome sheriff Brady Cannon. And though Dottie made it clear she was just passing through, the local matchmakers had another agenda. No single woman had yet encountered them without leaving happily married a sticky situation for the lovely confectioner. Perhaps Brady could convince her that love was its own sweet reward .

Genres: Love Inspired, Romance, Christian, Christian Fiction, Fiction, Contemporary, Chick Lit

320 pages, Mass Market Paperback

First published November 1, 2011

About the author

International Bestselling Author and Kindle All Star who has sold over 3 million books worldwide and been translated into 3 languages.
Debra Clopton writes wholesome contemporary women's fiction, romance, and contemporary western romances set in Texas and on the beaches of Florida. Her awards include: The Book Sellers Best, Romantic Times Magazine's Book of the Year the Readers Choice Award, and many more. She's also a Romance Writers of America Golden Heart Finalist, and a triple finalist in the American Christian Fiction Writers Carol Award.

A sixth generation Texan, Debra lives on a ranch in Texas with her husband Chuck. She loves to travel and spend time with her family. She has written for Harlequin and Harper Collins Christian and now with DCP Publishing. She is thrilled to write for DCP Publishing and see her books being sold worldwide. On any day she usually has books on the Top 100 list and ranks on 80 to a 100 retailer Bestseller list in the USA and around the world.
She loves helping people smile with her fun, fast paced stories.

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COMING AUG 27 AND winter 2020 heartwarming women's fiction

1 WHAT DREAMS ARE MADE OF
2 WHAT DREAMS ARE MADE OF
3 WHAT HOPES ARE MADE OF


SUNSET BAY ROMANCE 2019
1 LONGING FOR FOREVER
2 LONGING FOR A HERO
3 LONGING FOR LOVE
4 LONGING FOR EVER AFTER
5 LONGING FOR YOU
6 LONGING FOR US

Ransom Creek 2018
1 HER COWBOY HERO
2 THE COWBOY'S BRIDE FOR HIRE
3 Cooper: CHARMED BY THE COWBOY
4 Shane: THE COWBOY'S JUNK-STORE PRINCES
5 Vance: HER SECOND CHANCE COWBOY
6 Drake: THE COWBOY AND MAISY LOVE
7 Brice: NOT QUITE LOOKING FOR A FAMILY

WINDSWEPT BAY SERIES 2017 & 2018
1 FROM THIS MOMENT ON (FREE)
2 SOMEWHERE WITH YOU
3 WITH THIS KISS short story
4 FOREVER AND FOR ALWAYS
5 HOLDING OUT FOR LOVE
6 WITH THIS RING (FREE)
7 WITH THIS PROMISE
8 WITH THIS PLEDGE
9 WITH THIS WISH
10 WITH THIS FOREVER
11 WITH THIS VOW

2017
She has released 13 books in Enhanced Editions with extra audio clips and photos inside of her Texas Matchmakers series set in her world of Mule Hollow. These Christian Romances will soothe your heart and tickle your soul.
(Previous titles listed)
1 Dream With Me Cowboy (The Trouble with Lacy Brown)
2 Be My Love Cowboy (And Baby Makes Five)
3 This Hearts Yours Cowboy (No Place Like Home)
4 Hold Me Cowboy (Dream a Little Dream)
5 Be Mine Cowboy (Meeting Her Match)
6 Marry Me Cowboy (Operation: Married by Christmas)
7 Cherish Me Cowboy (Next Door Daddy)
8 Surprise Me Cowboy (Her Baby Dreams)
9 Serenade Me Cowboy (The Cowboy Takes a Bride)
10 Return To Me Cowboy (Texas Ranger Dad)
11 Love Me Cowboy (A Mule Hollow Match)
12 Ride With Me Cowboy (His Cowgirl Bride)
13 Dance With Me Cowboy (A Mother for Mule Hollow)
The Turner Creek Ranch (Men of Mule Hollow) 1 1 TREASURE ME COWBOY (Lone Star Cinderella)
2 RESCUE ME COWBOY (Her Forever Cowboy)
3 COMPLETE ME COWBOY (Cowboy For Keeps)
4 SWEET TALK ME (Yultide Cowboy)

What readers are saying:
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Reviews

[Amy Bird · Rating 4 out of 5]

I have never read a Christain romance before and I really enjoyed this one. It was an easy read, I read it in one afternoon. I loved that there was no bad language, sex or violence. It was simply a cute love story.

[Mary · Rating 4 out of 5]

I was pleasantly surprised with a lightness put in my heart reading this novel. I enjoyed how Ms. Clopton wove God's love and sovereignty into her story. The characters were fun and funny! A nice story to uplift and remind us of God working in our lives and orchestrating the plans! Dottie was striving to learn obedience to the God who saved her life. Brady had been frightened by sadness of his past and was not trusting God with the future. Both continued to learn important lessons as God brought their lives together.

[Dawn Pearson · Rating 5 out of 5]

This next edition features Sheriff Brady Cannon and newcomer, Dottie Hart.

I'm leaning toward placing this one at the top of the list so far - not for its humor, but for its depth of the message it gives. Surrounding an obvious romance is a larger story that gives a very clear Christian message of faith and trust in God. It also focuses on family and commitment to that family.

Yes, the reader still gets to enjoy all the antics of the townsfolk and their matchmaking attempts, but the real story lies in what the author presents to those who seek a solid Christian story.

Romance - PG - a couple of kisses with minimal description
Language - clean

My rating - 5 stars

[Rhonda · Rating 5 out of 5]

I sure am enjoying Mule Hollow more with each book I read. This is the third in the series.
Dottie was traveling across the country from Florida to CA with everything she has left after Hurracane. She saw a girl Cassie hitchhiking and picked her up and than took her 100 miles out of her way to make sure she got where she was going safely. Cassie at 19 was going to Mule hollow to marry a cowboy.
Sheriff Brady was impressed with Dottie and winked at her in front of the matchmakers.
It was fun to see how the town just comes together to help each other. Makes me want to help more.
Good stories uplifting while dealing with real issues. Look forward to next one.

[Judy · Rating 5 out of 5]

I read this the 2nd time through as part of the complete series and again enjoyed it more then the first time as I understood the personalities of the other people around them.

[Tracy Cabe · Rating 5 out of 5]

Haha wow can't believe how these people have so much luck..... I want to live in Mule Hollow!!!!!!!

[Tina Ullrich · Rating 4 out of 5]

Fortune Hart has just gone thru a LIFE altering experience. Glad to be alive, she is Mike dedicated to helping others. In her way to help the women's shelter that her brother's church runs, Dottie picks up a line girl. Not wanting anything bad to happen to the teen, Dottie offers to take her to Mule Hollow. Not knowing what to expect or to believe all that Cassie, the teen, tells her about this town, Dottie finds herself stranded there for a few days waiting on the mechanic to return. Life will never be the same thanks to the posse of Mule Hollow.

Sheriff Brady Cannon has lost his partner at work then lossy his parents to a car crash. Now he is the town sheriff to heal his wounded spirit. When a slip of a woman enters his life and makes him think about all the WHAT IF'S. For Sheriff Brady, it is a matter he finds very difficult to reconcile with his beliefs and his faith in God.

As these two deal with what they believe God wants, what they each want, and the possibilities that can be. Seeing all the good and believing is the hardest thing to do. Getting the HEA is just the icing on the cake.

You will laugh, cry, and scream at the stubbornness of all that happens in this next adventure into Mule Hollow. ENJOY readers, enjoy.

[Jan Niblock · Rating 5 out of 5]

I guess I have been reading the stories about Mule Hollow out of order but that doesn’t really make a big difference to the stories. So, this one is mostly about Dottie and Brady with Cassie playing a big part of the story.

This story is really about what it takes to be a survivor because the word “survivor” means “courage”. Each of the main characters have a lot of courage, they are all over coming something terrible that had a major affect on their lives. They are all struggling to find a new beginning.

I love that Dottie is one of those women who puts aside her own desires and wants to take care of others. She is strong and has a huge heart. Brady is one of those lawmen who cares about everyone, he is honest and works hard for the betterment of the community. Cassie is that teenager who is a mystery to Dottie and Brady but she is the glue that holds Dottie together.

Loved this story because it shows that it takes courage to continue to live and not cut one’s self off from community and love.

[Kat · Rating 4 out of 5]

i had such a hard time loading this book!

she was stuck under her house for days after a hurricane but was rescued. she promised God she would do his work if she lived. she was hurt and had a long recovery, she is still in pain

she was driving rv from fl to ca to go to her brothers womens shelter to help there

on the way she sees a young girl hitchhiking. she picks her up and the girl tells her all about the town she is going to with cowboys looking to get married

they end up there and the rv catches fire. the sheriff puts the fire out but she has to wait for the only mechanic to come back to town

in the meantime she makes candy to sell to earn money to pay for the repairs. the girl is looking for a husband. the sheriff and the lady driving the rv have sparks

the womens shelter ends up moving into his house, he moves to the cabin and they eventually get married

sweet and religious , just what i needed today

[Bernadette Long · Rating 5 out of 5]

You will love the little town of Mule Hollow and its matchmaking citizens!

This inspirational tale revolves around Dottie Hart who was on her way to California but picked up a hitchhiker who wanted to go to Mule Hollow, Texas and since Dottie wanted to do God's will each day, she took a chance and made that detour. She meets Sheriff Brady Cannon and finally accepts that he is also part of God's plan for her and she has to convince Brady to take a chance on love.

This is the third in the series and it's not important to have read the earlier stories because the backstories are referred to and woven into the main story.

I received a complimentary ARC, but all opinions are my own.

[Susan Shearer]

Debra Clopton takes us back to the Texas Matchmakers in This Hearts Yours Cowboy and is full of love and romance.
Going to California was Dottie’s plan, but when she picks up hitchhiker Cassie and they end up in Mule Hollow, Texas instead life becomes a whirlwind of challenges and changes for them both.
Sheriff Brady was planning for a busy weekend with vendors for the first annual Mule Hollow Trade Days but never expected two woman could cause more trouble than all the vendors combines and turn his world and the town upside down, in a good way. Especially when the matchmakes butt in…
Debra made me feel like I was there and part of the fun. I enjoyed reading this book a lot.

[Karen Brasher · Rating 5 out of 5]

This Heart’s Yours, Cowboy

This is such a wonderful and fun faith based book. The matchmakers of Mule Hollow have struck again. Dottie picks up a young girl on the interstate heading for Mule Hollow to seek a husband. Dottie feels strongly that she should make sure the girl arrives safely. As they arrive, Dottie’s van breaks down and so does Dottie. She ends up in the arms of Sheriff Brady Cannon. Neither of them are looking to marry. She is headed to California to do mission work with her brother. He has vowed to never marry. I recommend you read their story to see how that turns out.

[Laura R · Rating 5 out of 5]

Even though this is only the third book in the series, I am so hooked on getting to know more of the residents of Mule Hollow and feel like if I actually went there I would recognize the residents we've been introduced to so far. Thank goodness that Cassie was hitchhiking her way to Mule Hollow and that Dottie decided to take a chance and stop to pick her up. And that the Sheriff was in the right place when Dottie and Cassie pulled in to town and the RV started on fire. The sparks in the RV's engine weren't the only ones that day. This was another great romance and I highly recommend it. In exchange for an honest review, I was gifted a copy of the story.

[Katrina · Rating 5 out of 5]

Would taking a trip not intended, and out of the way by one day, for someone that was picked up on the side of the road be worth it? Dottie Hart made a promise and has to get to California. But when the candy maker gets stranded in Mule Hollow, Texas, handsome sheriff Brady Cannon-her polar opposite- has her dreaming of staying forever. With help of town matchmakers, she may find a way to call Mule Hollow home for good. This is a summary of the book No Place Like Home. This book is interesting because the author used a fun setting and good characterization in this book.

This book does a good job of displaying the characteristics of each people. Dottie Hart is a person who has a very caring personality and she loves helping people. “Glancing at the long figure standing in the reflection of her side mirror, Dottie Hard stomped hard on the brake and wrangled her prehistoric motor home to a groaning halt. In less than a shake and a wiggle Dottie was out the door watching The girl jog toward her along the shoulder of the hectic highway. The world was full of crazed people just waiting for the opportunity to snatch up a girl like that...And here she was hitchhiking! Well, it wasn't happening today, because Dottie’s new prayer each morning was for the Lord to use her anyway He chose. Looks like today He’d put this girl and her pathway. “Hey, thanks for stopping,” the girl said, dropping her bag with a thud at Dottie’s feet.” This evidence from the book shows that Scarlett is a caring person who likes to help people get better and healed from what has happened in their past. This is one of the many examples of good characterization in this book. This book shows how each character acts and their likes and dislikes.

This book has a good, exciting, and clear written setting. There are many examples of the setting in this book. One of the settings is in a small town named Mule Hollow at Brady’s house when they are cleaning it up. “Dottie glanced her way and fought not to laugh. Esther was crouched on all fours peering under the bed. Well, she wasn't exactly peering; she’d crammed herself beneath the bed as far as she could get, leaving her lower half sticking up in the air, as she struggled to read something. As Dottie watched, she plopped flat down on the carpet on her belly and scooted as far as she could under the bed, attempting to reach her target.” This evidence proves that the setting in this example, is a place where everything is more abandoned and not as used. This shows one of the settings in this book and helps you understand where this story takes place.

The author uses a good setting and unique characterization. That’s why this book is interesting, suspenseful, and keeps you wanting to read more. Reading this book shows how important it is for the character’s personality to be unique. This keeps the story interesting and not dull. This is a fun book and should be read by all people that like to read romance books.

[patricia hayslip · Rating 5 out of 5]

Excellent Read

This is the second time I read this book and it was even better than the first. Debra Clopton is an awesome writer. Each character in this book had a unique personality and each one fit into the town. The sweet candy maker Dottie stole the heart of the sheriff of Mule Hollow who was afraid to love. Awesome, exciting, funny, sad & dramatic.

[Norma Gorrill · Rating 5 out of 5]

This Hearts Yours Cowboy

This is the story of a young woman who lived after a hurricane demolished her home and she was trapped for three days before they dug her out. She then strikes out for California to visit her brother when her ancient motor home leaves her on the side of the road. This is my review and mine alone. Norma Gorrill

[Rhondia Cannon · Rating 5 out of 5]

I have read most of the books in this series but not in order. This one might be my favorite. Dottie and Brady are perfect for each other, if Brady will get with the program! If he doesn’t get a move on Norma and Esther might apply a judicious boot to his behind while Adela prays fervently. Highly entertaining clean romance with a strong faith message.

[KimberlyDawn · Rating 5 out of 5]

I am loving this series. Brides wanted. You never know what you are going to get when the next one shows up. This book was a fun one to read, and has a great message inside. I definitely recommend it!

[Peggy Clayton · Rating 5 out of 5]

Debra is another one of the talented and gifted authors that you could read one book after another. I love the way her stories flow and the characters that are introduced at the perfect time. Debra hit a home run with this book!

[Ana · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great read, entertaining and real

I like the way this author writes. It has its romantic story but it’s also very down to earth. Characters deal with real struggles. Helps me relax and enjoy the luxury of reading a good book.

[Love · Rating 5 out of 5]

Heartwarming Romance

This is a heartfelt as well as outstanding love story with endearing characters and heartwarming story that will definitely touch your heart as they journey towards their unforgettable as well as unconditional love and family.

[Minga Dotson · Rating 4 out of 5]

Stiff Sheriff falls for sweet candy maker.

He's decided never to marry after he loses his married partner, leaving a widow and two children. When the candy maker rolls into town in a worn out mother home with a young hitchhiker in tow his heart suddenly comes alive and interested.

[Melissa Walker · Rating 5 out of 5]

God has a change of plans

A series of coincidences brings Dottie to town and keeps her there. The sheriff is taken with her but doesn't want to marry, ever. God apparently disagrees.

[Anne Nelson · Rating 5 out of 5]

An awesome read

I loved how well written this book is. The cast of characters you can't help but love (and wonder who in your life they could be lol), the plot and the premise all work together to make you laugh out loud, get teary with sympathy and want know what happens next!

[Lynett Caplinger · Rating 5 out of 5]

I really had thing I needed to get done today. Instead, I picked up this book. It has been a long time since I read a book in one day. I could not put it down. What a refreshing story about how God will put us where we need to be.

[Deborah K DeLaVina · Rating 5 out of 5]

Sheriff

What a heartwarming story. The backgrounds of the sheriff and the stranger in town are so enter twined. How a small town can play such big matchmakers even with a tragic background in the Sheriffs past. Thoroughly loved it.

[Kenni Fewin · Rating 5 out of 5]

Following God’s path

Dottie is a great example of following where God leads her! And like many of us, it took a drastic event in her life to get her attention on God. I love how He orchestrates things for the good of so many!

[Jeanne Miller · Rating 5 out of 5]

Anything written by Debra Clopton is a five star.

[Wanda Creech · Rating 5 out of 5]

Once again

This book once again shows Christian values and how as Christians we uplift each other up in prayer and support.

[Debbie Sue · Rating 5 out of 5]

This was delightful even if Brady was a goober lol there words not mine. Highly recommended and yes I would read it again i have before.