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Hawt Cowboy: A Curvy Girl Reverse Grumpy Sunshine Fake Romance
He’s trouble on two legs.
She’s paid to keep him out of it.Cash Dalton is rodeo royalty. Reckless, hot-as-hell, and allergic to rules.
Savannah Brooks is the PR manager hired to leash the chaos.
Only problem? The leash is starting to look a lot like foreplay. Now she’s risking more than her career … and Cash might finally find a reason to fight for something other than fame. Because this time, the rodeo’s hottest bad boy is chasing a different kind of win … her heart. Steamy, fast-paced, and full of cowboy heat, HAWT COWBOY delivers banter and the kind of chemistry that breaks every rule. Part of the multi-author Dirty Cowboys series. Each steamy story may be read as a stand-alone, but you won't want to miss a single tale. These cowboys are hard riding, dirty talking, sexy as sin and oh so charming!! Can you handle these Dirty Cowboys?
She’s paid to keep him out of it.Cash Dalton is rodeo royalty. Reckless, hot-as-hell, and allergic to rules.
Savannah Brooks is the PR manager hired to leash the chaos.
Only problem? The leash is starting to look a lot like foreplay. Now she’s risking more than her career … and Cash might finally find a reason to fight for something other than fame. Because this time, the rodeo’s hottest bad boy is chasing a different kind of win … her heart. Steamy, fast-paced, and full of cowboy heat, HAWT COWBOY delivers banter and the kind of chemistry that breaks every rule. Part of the multi-author Dirty Cowboys series. Each steamy story may be read as a stand-alone, but you won't want to miss a single tale. These cowboys are hard riding, dirty talking, sexy as sin and oh so charming!! Can you handle these Dirty Cowboys?
89 pages, Kindle Edition
Published October 22, 2025
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Opal Nicks
46 books23 followersOpal’s steamy stories frequently feature independent, strong-willed females who find themselves surprisingly swept away by alpha males who pursue them with vigor and passion. Ultimately, they can’t resist the sweet satisfaction and protection these men offer. Who could?
On Writing
Opal doesn’t like being restricted to what form her stories take. She breaks rules and bends things a bit to keep the tale the way the characters want it told.
In her writing, Opal Nicks explores many different facets of relationships. She hopes to captivate you with the nuances of love. Whether through a budding early relationship or a tension-filled reunion, she gracefully conveys the power and complexity of love-speak.
Her characters often possess an unbridled energy that gives them strength to take risks and traverse peril—all for love.
On Writing
Opal doesn’t like being restricted to what form her stories take. She breaks rules and bends things a bit to keep the tale the way the characters want it told.
In her writing, Opal Nicks explores many different facets of relationships. She hopes to captivate you with the nuances of love. Whether through a budding early relationship or a tension-filled reunion, she gracefully conveys the power and complexity of love-speak.
Her characters often possess an unbridled energy that gives them strength to take risks and traverse peril—all for love.
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October 29, 2025
Love Changes Everything -
Savannah had a plan that she expected to execute to get Cash back on track as per the task set by her boss, but she knew she was in real trouble from the moment they met. Cash had given up on love ever since his last relationship ended and concentrated solely on the rodeo and partying, but something changed in him from the time he started spending time with Savannah. Even though Savannah tried to maintain a professional relationship with Cash, her boss changed the stakes and proposed a new arrangement.
Savannah’s boss also created an instance where they were forced spend time in close proximity, which led to them finally acting on their carnal desires. Cash and Savannah realised they couldn’t walk away from each other, so they acknowledged their feelings for each other and entered into a relationship with intension of having a future together. I really enjoyed reading this quick, engaging story, that had me hooked from the beginning and keypad my attention until the end. If you are looking for a book to escape real life for a couple of hours, then grab a copy of this book.
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Savannah had a plan that she expected to execute to get Cash back on track as per the task set by her boss, but she knew she was in real trouble from the moment they met. Cash had given up on love ever since his last relationship ended and concentrated solely on the rodeo and partying, but something changed in him from the time he started spending time with Savannah. Even though Savannah tried to maintain a professional relationship with Cash, her boss changed the stakes and proposed a new arrangement.
Savannah’s boss also created an instance where they were forced spend time in close proximity, which led to them finally acting on their carnal desires. Cash and Savannah realised they couldn’t walk away from each other, so they acknowledged their feelings for each other and entered into a relationship with intension of having a future together. I really enjoyed reading this quick, engaging story, that had me hooked from the beginning and keypad my attention until the end. If you are looking for a book to escape real life for a couple of hours, then grab a copy of this book.
I received a free review copy of this book via Booksprout and I am voluntarily leaving a review.
October 20, 2025
She’s hired to clean up his image. He’s the reason she stops pretending.
Cash is rodeo royalty, reckless, magnetic, and impossible to control. Savannah is the PR expert sent to manage his mess. She’s handled chaos before, but nothing like him. What starts as a job quickly unravels her rules, because this cowboy doesn't just test limits, he makes her want to break them.
Their fake relationship is supposed to save his reputation, but late nights, long drives, and too-close motel rooms blur every line. She’s meant to stay detached. He’s meant to keep it casual. Neither of them is prepared for how real it starts to feel, or how fast the tension turns into something deeper.
Savannah’s careful and closed off, built for control and crisis management. Cash is all heat and unpredictability, used to taking what he wants and never looking back. But together, they start to shift. She softens. He slows down. Somewhere between press events and stolen glances, something real takes hold.
They start as opposites and end as something neither expected. He wants more than attention. She wants more than safety. What grows between them is messy, honest, and worth every risk.
A steamy, cowboy, curvy girl, fake dating, forced proximity, grumpy sunshine workplace romance exploring trust, identity, vulnerability, image versus reality, emotional growth, and unexpected love. It's about breaking down walls, choosing connection over control, and falling for the one who sees the real you.
The Elevator Pitch: A hotshot rodeo cowboy and the PR expert hired to fix his image fake a relationship to save his career, but end up crossing every line. Sparks fly, rules break, and the tension between them builds into something neither of them planned. It’s steamy, emotional, and full of the kind of chemistry that refuses to stay pretend.
Cash is rodeo royalty, reckless, magnetic, and impossible to control. Savannah is the PR expert sent to manage his mess. She’s handled chaos before, but nothing like him. What starts as a job quickly unravels her rules, because this cowboy doesn't just test limits, he makes her want to break them.
Their fake relationship is supposed to save his reputation, but late nights, long drives, and too-close motel rooms blur every line. She’s meant to stay detached. He’s meant to keep it casual. Neither of them is prepared for how real it starts to feel, or how fast the tension turns into something deeper.
Savannah’s careful and closed off, built for control and crisis management. Cash is all heat and unpredictability, used to taking what he wants and never looking back. But together, they start to shift. She softens. He slows down. Somewhere between press events and stolen glances, something real takes hold.
They start as opposites and end as something neither expected. He wants more than attention. She wants more than safety. What grows between them is messy, honest, and worth every risk.
A steamy, cowboy, curvy girl, fake dating, forced proximity, grumpy sunshine workplace romance exploring trust, identity, vulnerability, image versus reality, emotional growth, and unexpected love. It's about breaking down walls, choosing connection over control, and falling for the one who sees the real you.
The Elevator Pitch: A hotshot rodeo cowboy and the PR expert hired to fix his image fake a relationship to save his career, but end up crossing every line. Sparks fly, rules break, and the tension between them builds into something neither of them planned. It’s steamy, emotional, and full of the kind of chemistry that refuses to stay pretend.
October 29, 2025
Savannah works in public relations and is sent to improve his bad boy reputation and keep him out of trouble. Instalove attacks when they looked at each other which signaled they both knew they were in trouble. As he tries to win her over, he’s falling in love with her and this is a fight he doesn’t plan on losing. When her boss notices a picture of them together, they are encouraged to pretend to act like a couple. Savannah has been burnt before. Will Cash be able to melt her heart and officially become a couple? This is a must-read to follow how this relationship turns out. This was an entertaining story with a great plot line, containing continuous flirting, dangerous tension and the clever exchanges between the characters. Highly recommend.
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.
November 26, 2025
Savannah and Cash
HAWT COWBOY is part of the multi-authored Dirty Cowboys series. It's a short and steamy, instalove, OTT, age-gap, opposites-attract, reverse grumpy-sunshine, fake-dating with real feelings, curvy girl gets her cowboy romance. Savannah is a sassy, curvy public relations manager. Cash is a charming, hunky, rodeo cowboy with a reputation for being reckless. When they meet, both are attracted to each other, but Savannah has been hurt by another cowboy and is determined to keep it professional. Cash is determined to win her heart. When her boss suggests they fake date, the lines become blurred. The chemistry between these two was hot enough to melt my Kindle. Their banter was hysterical and the ending was so happy. And the bonus epilogue was amazing!! I loved this one so much.
HAWT COWBOY is part of the multi-authored Dirty Cowboys series. It's a short and steamy, instalove, OTT, age-gap, opposites-attract, reverse grumpy-sunshine, fake-dating with real feelings, curvy girl gets her cowboy romance. Savannah is a sassy, curvy public relations manager. Cash is a charming, hunky, rodeo cowboy with a reputation for being reckless. When they meet, both are attracted to each other, but Savannah has been hurt by another cowboy and is determined to keep it professional. Cash is determined to win her heart. When her boss suggests they fake date, the lines become blurred. The chemistry between these two was hot enough to melt my Kindle. Their banter was hysterical and the ending was so happy. And the bonus epilogue was amazing!! I loved this one so much.
October 29, 2025
The bull rider meets his match ❤️
“Maybe it’s the weather. Maybe it’s her. Either way, I know one thing as sure as I know the feel of a rope in my hand.
The ride’s just getting started.”
A low angst, high heat read that is fun yet meaningful. Savannah is assigned to celebrity bull rider Cash as his Marketing manager AKA “handler” but pretty soon the only handling is their intense attraction to each other. Love their banter and don’t forget the bonus chapters.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
“Maybe it’s the weather. Maybe it’s her. Either way, I know one thing as sure as I know the feel of a rope in my hand.
The ride’s just getting started.”
A low angst, high heat read that is fun yet meaningful. Savannah is assigned to celebrity bull rider Cash as his Marketing manager AKA “handler” but pretty soon the only handling is their intense attraction to each other. Love their banter and don’t forget the bonus chapters.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
November 1, 2025
Full of a constant push - pull tension, the chemistry between Dalton and Savannah was intense from the very start. Both having painful histories, they were cautious about letting their guards down. As they were forced to engage in more role fulfilling activities those guards were tested (and weakened). The bickering and sass in their exchanges kept things lighthearted and made this an easy, relaxing read.
I received a gift copy of this book and voluntarily provided this review. Happy Reading Y'all 📚
I received a gift copy of this book and voluntarily provided this review. Happy Reading Y'all 📚
October 21, 2025
Just loved this book. Bad boy rodeo champion meets his forever in a PR manager sent to sort him out. Cash and Savannah are a match made in heaven but it takes some stern management to get there. This is a must-read.
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.
November 7, 2025
This is a grumpy sunshine kind of love story. Savannah has been burned so her walls are miles high and Cash is the reckless bull rider she has to manage or she loses her job in PR. Cash has something he wants more than a win in Savannah and he’s not backing down. It’s sweet and steamy, the characters are well written and despite the novella length you get a great story with a beautiful HEA.
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I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
November 10, 2025
wonderful story. I have enjoyed many stories from Opal Nicks and I believe each one gets better than the last,. Wonderful characters and a strong chemistry,.
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.
October 28, 2025
Savannah Brooks is the woman you call when your image is in flames. Polished, professional, always in control—until she meets Cash Dalton, rodeo royalty and the walking definition of trouble. He’s everything she’s supposed to fix: cocky, reckless, and way too charming for his own good.
But here’s the problem: you can’t fix what you secretly want.
Their chemistry snaps from the first page. What starts as a fake relationship to save his career quickly becomes something neither can manage—because every interview, every photo op, every late-night drive starts to feel real. Savannah’s polished walls begin to crack, and Cash? The wild, rule-breaking cowboy starts to show a softer side—the kind that holds her gaze and says things he’s not supposed to mean.
This story nails the fake-dating, forced-proximity tension. It’s sexy, funny, and surprisingly heartfelt. Beneath all the heat, it’s about what happens when two people stop performing and start being—when she stops hiding behind professionalism, and he stops pretending that fame is enough.
Savannah’s strength feels real—the kind that comes from always holding it together—and watching Cash slowly earn her trust is deeply satisfying. Their banter is electric, their chemistry off the charts, and their emotional connection sneaks up until you realize you’re not just grinning at their flirting—you’re rooting for them to heal together.
Hawt Cowboy is steamy, fast-paced, and full of heart. It’s about the kind of love that breaks your rules, burns your script, and dares you to start again—real, messy, and alive.
🔥 She’s paid to manage the chaos. He’s the reason she finally lets go.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
But here’s the problem: you can’t fix what you secretly want.
Their chemistry snaps from the first page. What starts as a fake relationship to save his career quickly becomes something neither can manage—because every interview, every photo op, every late-night drive starts to feel real. Savannah’s polished walls begin to crack, and Cash? The wild, rule-breaking cowboy starts to show a softer side—the kind that holds her gaze and says things he’s not supposed to mean.
This story nails the fake-dating, forced-proximity tension. It’s sexy, funny, and surprisingly heartfelt. Beneath all the heat, it’s about what happens when two people stop performing and start being—when she stops hiding behind professionalism, and he stops pretending that fame is enough.
Savannah’s strength feels real—the kind that comes from always holding it together—and watching Cash slowly earn her trust is deeply satisfying. Their banter is electric, their chemistry off the charts, and their emotional connection sneaks up until you realize you’re not just grinning at their flirting—you’re rooting for them to heal together.
Hawt Cowboy is steamy, fast-paced, and full of heart. It’s about the kind of love that breaks your rules, burns your script, and dares you to start again—real, messy, and alive.
🔥 She’s paid to manage the chaos. He’s the reason she finally lets go.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
November 11, 2025
I received an Advanced Reader Copy and am voluntarily reviewing it. Savannah Brooks was sent to corral the star. The star is Cash Dalton, rodeo star. He is everything that Savannah would like to steer clear from and he has set his sights on her. Cash is definitely a ladies' man. He has the charisma to steal the show. Cash just tends to let his temper get away from him. Savannah is there to help him get through all the publicity without making a scene. Cash makes it his mission to give Savannah a hard time. Savannah is the one woman that could make Cash settle down. Now he just needs to convince her that he is worth the challenge and headache.
Cash and Savannah were close while on tour and the media took that closeness and ran with it. Now the agency wants Savannah to stay close by pretending to be a couple. Lines start crossing when people start treating them as a couple. Savannah is paired up with Cash in photoshoots and staying in the same room. Can they keep their relationship pretend? Fake dating has never been so hard. Fighting what you really feel will be a test for both of them.
Cash and Savannah were close while on tour and the media took that closeness and ran with it. Now the agency wants Savannah to stay close by pretending to be a couple. Lines start crossing when people start treating them as a couple. Savannah is paired up with Cash in photoshoots and staying in the same room. Can they keep their relationship pretend? Fake dating has never been so hard. Fighting what you really feel will be a test for both of them.
October 30, 2025
Savannah is sent to manage charming rodeo cowboy Cash, and straight away they get under each other's skin. Savvy has been burnt badly recently, so the walls around her heart are built like a fort, but Cash slowly proves he's the man for her.
The author is new to me and I picked up this book because I have recently been enjoying some multi-author series, and have read a few books from the Dirty Cowboys series but I was really blown away by this one! The writing was amazing, the pace and length was just right, and the story was engaging. And then there were the characters, they had so much chemistry!
Don't forget to get the 5 chapter bonus scene (yes 5!) - that was the real icing on the cake and I'm not ashamed to say I swooned with their rawness, and sweetness.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
The author is new to me and I picked up this book because I have recently been enjoying some multi-author series, and have read a few books from the Dirty Cowboys series but I was really blown away by this one! The writing was amazing, the pace and length was just right, and the story was engaging. And then there were the characters, they had so much chemistry!
Don't forget to get the 5 chapter bonus scene (yes 5!) - that was the real icing on the cake and I'm not ashamed to say I swooned with their rawness, and sweetness.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
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October 19, 2025When I started writing Hawt Cowboy, I wanted to explore that delicious, dangerous tension between duty and desire — the way love sometimes sneaks up when you’re too busy trying to control it.
Cash Dalton was never meant to be tamed. He’s the kind of man who lives fast, rides harder, and keeps his emotions fenced in tight. Then Savannah Brooks walked into his life with her rules and her need to fix what couldn’t be managed.
This story became more than a rodeo romance. Writing their journey reminded me that love doesn’t have to arrive politely. Sometimes it kicks the gate open and dares you to hang on.
Don't forget to download the free five chapter Bonus Epilogue at the end. It's massively fun!
Thank you for riding along.
Opal Nicks
Cash Dalton was never meant to be tamed. He’s the kind of man who lives fast, rides harder, and keeps his emotions fenced in tight. Then Savannah Brooks walked into his life with her rules and her need to fix what couldn’t be managed.
This story became more than a rodeo romance. Writing their journey reminded me that love doesn’t have to arrive politely. Sometimes it kicks the gate open and dares you to hang on.
Don't forget to download the free five chapter Bonus Epilogue at the end. It's massively fun!
Thank you for riding along.
Opal Nicks
October 31, 2025
This was a fun and spicy cowboy romance that brings Savannah and Cash together. He's very much a rodeo star and figures rules are for everyone but him. Savannah's in PR and is sent out to corral him into a better reputation. As soon as Cash saw her, he knew she was going to be it for him. Instalove hit him hard. Of course, it hit her hard, as well, but her defenses were pretty good ;) When her boss pushes her to be his fake girlfriend, things really take off... I really enjoyed this fake-to-real romance that was highly entertaining and gave these two the HEA they both deserved. Good fun!
November 10, 2025
The most reckless cowboy, with reputation, rodeo Royalty Cash is Savannah's new assignment. She is damage control sent to him. Or divine intervention how he sees it? When it turns into fake girlfriend role, they both soon bring their fighting to the next level - that means stopping fighting and letting thing to happen.
Engaging, funny and entertaining read, loved their bantering and sparkles everywhere. Wonderful characters and wonderful short read to enjoy.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
Engaging, funny and entertaining read, loved their bantering and sparkles everywhere. Wonderful characters and wonderful short read to enjoy.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
October 21, 2025
The Dirty Cowboys is a collaborative series. I've enjoyed every story in the series, reading some of my favorite authors, and discovering others that are new to me. Each story is quick reading, hot, steamy, and spicy.
Savannah was sent to manage Cash's image; but ends up in a fake relationship, that doesn't feel so fake.
I received a copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
Savannah was sent to manage Cash's image; but ends up in a fake relationship, that doesn't feel so fake.
I received a copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
October 30, 2025
This book is part of a multi author series called Dirty Cowboys. An instalove novella with a bad boy cowboy and a PR agent trying to change is image. Cash and Savannah definitely have chemistry even if Savannah tries to deny it. Good characters.
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.
November 4, 2025
Hawt Cowboy is part of the Dirty Cowboys series. This is a great addition to the series! The story was fun, steamy and enjoyable. The characters were charming, had great banter and amazing chemistry. I really enjoyed this short romance and can't wait to read more!.
I received a free copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I received a free copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review.
October 20, 2025
Dirty Cowboys story of Savannah and Cash. Now that is a cute love story that will have you laughing and shaking your head at these two.
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I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
November 9, 2025
She was send to keep him out of trouble and to get the backing, can she keep her heart intact or not. It a short story and easy to read.
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I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
December 3, 2025
Hawt Cowboy: A Curvy Girl Reverse Grumpy Sunshine Fake Romance
I could not put this book down, and I loved it from cover to cover.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I could not put this book down, and I loved it from cover to cover.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
November 4, 2025
Hawt Cowboy: A Curvy Girl Reverse Grumpy Sunshine Fake Romance
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Opal Nicks
Loved it! Great characters, chemistry, and drama. Don't forget to get the epilogue.
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Opal Nicks
Loved it! Great characters, chemistry, and drama. Don't forget to get the epilogue.
November 11, 2025
I enjoyed hawt cowboy which was Dalton and Savanna’s story. They had great chemistry. I received an early copy. And voluntarily leaving this review.
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