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Dances with Wolf
Some men can never be tamed…
Horse whisperer Abby Macready's love for animals runs as deep in her blood as her Native American heritage. If she were even half as good at reading men, she'd…well, she'd probably still be fantasizing about her best friend's big brother, Wolf Olsen. Playboy, cowboy, and breaker of Abby's teenage heart.
Staying on top of the rodeo circuit means that Wolf has to stay focused and never settle down. He certainly wasn't expecting to return to the Flathead Valley to find Abby's flashing dark eyes and a backside that could bring a man to his knees. But his sister's best friend is definitely off-limits…even if Abby's soothing touch has a completely different effect on Wolf. But this wild cowboy can’t let one sweet whisperer tame him…
Horse whisperer Abby Macready's love for animals runs as deep in her blood as her Native American heritage. If she were even half as good at reading men, she'd…well, she'd probably still be fantasizing about her best friend's big brother, Wolf Olsen. Playboy, cowboy, and breaker of Abby's teenage heart.
Staying on top of the rodeo circuit means that Wolf has to stay focused and never settle down. He certainly wasn't expecting to return to the Flathead Valley to find Abby's flashing dark eyes and a backside that could bring a man to his knees. But his sister's best friend is definitely off-limits…even if Abby's soothing touch has a completely different effect on Wolf. But this wild cowboy can’t let one sweet whisperer tame him…
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First published March 10, 2015
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Farrah Taylor
3 books13 followersFarrah Taylor recently celebrated her tenth anniversary as a first-grade homeroom teacher in the Lake County, Montana public school system. Farrah, who earned her master’s degree in Early Childhood Education and Child Development at Montana State University in Bozeman, is a fiction junkie who strives to instill in her students a lifelong love of reading.
Farrah is thrilled to be publishing her first novel, LOVE SONGS FOR THE ROAD. Intrigued by real-life entanglements between celebrities and nannies, she was fascinated by the complex relationships and intimate connections obscured by tabloid headlines. Beneath the gossip and the drama, she knew, lived an old-fashioned, romantic story about two good people doing their best to navigate life and love in the age of Facebook and Twitter.
Farrah, who has spent far too much of her savings on rock-concert tickets, is glad to finally be seeing a return on the investment in the form of her debut novel. She lives with her husband, Ty, and son, Latham, in Polson, Montana. One day, she hopes to override the boys’ protests and achieve her long-time goal of owning a Chinese Crested Hairless dog.
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Farrah is thrilled to be publishing her first novel, LOVE SONGS FOR THE ROAD. Intrigued by real-life entanglements between celebrities and nannies, she was fascinated by the complex relationships and intimate connections obscured by tabloid headlines. Beneath the gossip and the drama, she knew, lived an old-fashioned, romantic story about two good people doing their best to navigate life and love in the age of Facebook and Twitter.
Farrah, who has spent far too much of her savings on rock-concert tickets, is glad to finally be seeing a return on the investment in the form of her debut novel. She lives with her husband, Ty, and son, Latham, in Polson, Montana. One day, she hopes to override the boys’ protests and achieve her long-time goal of owning a Chinese Crested Hairless dog.
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February 14, 2015
Oh Wolf, that boy has no shame, "Wolf stepped out of bed, nude. "Oh my God, you're shameless," Abby said, covering her eyes. He spun her around and wrapped his arms around her." I loved the playfulness these two had, "you're crazy, you know that?" She slapped him lightly on the chest, looking up at him. "This is like a scene from some cheesy movie." This was a sweet read that I enjoyed reading.
February 17, 2015
Review to come
3.5 Stars
Content: Some language and one fade to black sex scene
3.5 Stars
Content: Some language and one fade to black sex scene
August 1, 2019
I had a hard time connecting to the characters; they both seemed very immature. Abby’s only had one major disappointment in life, which is Wolf disappearing on the night of the prom when she was 16. Yet she comes off whiny and like she’s been burned a dozen times.
Wolf hasn’t had any major obstacles, either; he’s a champion at what he does, but he comes off as clueless and shallow. These two characters are supposed to be at odds because of their very different views about horses/animals. I wanted to see them argue, sparks fly, and a gradual change of opinion. That all got lost as soon as they had sex.
The storyline wasn’t very inventive. Abby’s stranded at Wolf’s place because of a storm and voila, instant sex scene. Wolf gets hurt at the rodeo but doesn’t let on to anyone (ostensibly this is the event that makes him change his mind about continuing to rodeo, but he’s still wishy-washy). He does something that hurts Abby and she shuts him out.
The story really started to fall apart toward the end. Wolf confesses the “big secret” of why he left without taking her to prom, and it was not one that would have kept a boy from sharing it with a girl he was crazy about. Abby has a realization that Wolf is scared to change/scared of not being good enough without being a rodeo champ; yet she does nothing with that realization. Wolf stages a final intervention that I found way too sappy for a cowboy.
If you like YA you might enjoy this story. And if you like horses, the scenes with Bullet (Wolf’s horse) are the best ones.
Wolf hasn’t had any major obstacles, either; he’s a champion at what he does, but he comes off as clueless and shallow. These two characters are supposed to be at odds because of their very different views about horses/animals. I wanted to see them argue, sparks fly, and a gradual change of opinion. That all got lost as soon as they had sex.
The storyline wasn’t very inventive. Abby’s stranded at Wolf’s place because of a storm and voila, instant sex scene. Wolf gets hurt at the rodeo but doesn’t let on to anyone (ostensibly this is the event that makes him change his mind about continuing to rodeo, but he’s still wishy-washy). He does something that hurts Abby and she shuts him out.
The story really started to fall apart toward the end. Wolf confesses the “big secret” of why he left without taking her to prom, and it was not one that would have kept a boy from sharing it with a girl he was crazy about. Abby has a realization that Wolf is scared to change/scared of not being good enough without being a rodeo champ; yet she does nothing with that realization. Wolf stages a final intervention that I found way too sappy for a cowboy.
If you like YA you might enjoy this story. And if you like horses, the scenes with Bullet (Wolf’s horse) are the best ones.
March 10, 2015
Originally posted on my blog: Tangled Up In Books
I received a copy of this book, from the publisher, in exchange for an honest review. In no way did this sway either my review or my rating!
There were a few things that initially had me instantly wanting to read this book. For starters there's the best friend's older brother trope, which happens to be a personal favorite of mine. Then you add to that fact that said best friend's older brother is a cowboy, a rodeo cowboy in fact. I'm not exactly big on the rodeo part, but sign me up for the cowboy! Plus his name is Wolf. Seriously a cowboy named Wolf! I could already feel the swoons and I hadn't even read a word yet. The last thing that piqued my interest was the fact that Abby was a horse whisperer. Horses have always been one of my all time favorite animals so I figured between rodeos and horse whisperers I'd get my fill of them with this book. Having said all that I have mixed feelings upon finishing. There were things I liked and things I didn't like but I'll start off with the things I liked.
Like I said Abby being a horse whisperer had me intrigued. I also liked the fact that people were skeptical about her career choice, even Wolf. It was fun to watch her prove herself and work her magic. The fact that she was so passionate about what she did and the welfare, health and happiness of the horses she worked with and just animals in general was something I admired about her.
Even though I'm not really a rodeo person, I feel like the moments we were in Wolf's POV and he was actually competing the description was done really well. I could picture everything perfectly. If you took away the whole cowboy aspect, I would still love Wolf's character. He was very sweet and I loved how much he cared for and took care of his family, even though the responsibility he felt ended up costing him in the past. He may be a bit cocky about his cowboy skills but I actually found that sort of endearing. Plus you gotta love a man who loves animals!
One of the biggest things I didn't like was all the puns. They tapered off towards the end, but before that happened I counted at least 5 or 6. And the thing about puns is that generally they are worthy of an eye roll and an exasperating sigh. Which is exactly what I ended up doing every time. I mean one I don't mind, I'll probably even chuckle at it. Two, fine, I can deal with that. But pun after pun just gets old because they're never truly that funny.
I had been very excited by the fact that we had the best friend's older brother trope going on here, the only thing is I didn't really feel the romance until the very end. There was no heavy flirtation or really any flirtation at all. It was mostly just them thinking about the fact that they were attracted to one another or the possibilities of what could have been in the past. I felt the friendship, but there wasn't any spark. Things just sort of happened with them and I was left feeling like, "This is it....?" which was sad for me because I really wanted to feel so much more with this book.
It was still a very fun and quick read. It may have been lacking in passion in the beginning but the same couldn't be said about the end. The grand gesture that Wolf comes up with to win Abby over at the end was extremely swoon worthy. The cowboy definitely knows how to woo! In the end it was just okay for me but I feel like had there been more passion and sexual tension in the beginning it could have been great. I realize it's a Bliss book so it's all about the sweet romance, but the thing is you can keep things sweet and tame and still ramp up the sexual tension and flirtation.
Thanks to Entangled Publishing for the opportunity to read and review this book!
I received a copy of this book, from the publisher, in exchange for an honest review. In no way did this sway either my review or my rating!
There were a few things that initially had me instantly wanting to read this book. For starters there's the best friend's older brother trope, which happens to be a personal favorite of mine. Then you add to that fact that said best friend's older brother is a cowboy, a rodeo cowboy in fact. I'm not exactly big on the rodeo part, but sign me up for the cowboy! Plus his name is Wolf. Seriously a cowboy named Wolf! I could already feel the swoons and I hadn't even read a word yet. The last thing that piqued my interest was the fact that Abby was a horse whisperer. Horses have always been one of my all time favorite animals so I figured between rodeos and horse whisperers I'd get my fill of them with this book. Having said all that I have mixed feelings upon finishing. There were things I liked and things I didn't like but I'll start off with the things I liked.
Like I said Abby being a horse whisperer had me intrigued. I also liked the fact that people were skeptical about her career choice, even Wolf. It was fun to watch her prove herself and work her magic. The fact that she was so passionate about what she did and the welfare, health and happiness of the horses she worked with and just animals in general was something I admired about her.
Even though I'm not really a rodeo person, I feel like the moments we were in Wolf's POV and he was actually competing the description was done really well. I could picture everything perfectly. If you took away the whole cowboy aspect, I would still love Wolf's character. He was very sweet and I loved how much he cared for and took care of his family, even though the responsibility he felt ended up costing him in the past. He may be a bit cocky about his cowboy skills but I actually found that sort of endearing. Plus you gotta love a man who loves animals!
One of the biggest things I didn't like was all the puns. They tapered off towards the end, but before that happened I counted at least 5 or 6. And the thing about puns is that generally they are worthy of an eye roll and an exasperating sigh. Which is exactly what I ended up doing every time. I mean one I don't mind, I'll probably even chuckle at it. Two, fine, I can deal with that. But pun after pun just gets old because they're never truly that funny.
I had been very excited by the fact that we had the best friend's older brother trope going on here, the only thing is I didn't really feel the romance until the very end. There was no heavy flirtation or really any flirtation at all. It was mostly just them thinking about the fact that they were attracted to one another or the possibilities of what could have been in the past. I felt the friendship, but there wasn't any spark. Things just sort of happened with them and I was left feeling like, "This is it....?" which was sad for me because I really wanted to feel so much more with this book.
It was still a very fun and quick read. It may have been lacking in passion in the beginning but the same couldn't be said about the end. The grand gesture that Wolf comes up with to win Abby over at the end was extremely swoon worthy. The cowboy definitely knows how to woo! In the end it was just okay for me but I feel like had there been more passion and sexual tension in the beginning it could have been great. I realize it's a Bliss book so it's all about the sweet romance, but the thing is you can keep things sweet and tame and still ramp up the sexual tension and flirtation.
Thanks to Entangled Publishing for the opportunity to read and review this book!
March 10, 2015
This story is what every girl has nightmares about. Especially, when she falls in love with her BFF’s (best friend’s forever) big brother. You see Abby (Abadabun) Macready was an adopted from a Native American tribe when she was 3 years old. You see her adoptive father Doc worked at the clinic in Salish where her Aunt Osa took her. Doc & Marcie his wife live in the Flathead Valley of Montana.
Growing up Abby was an only child just the way her mom Pima and father would have wanted so told by her aunt. Abby was never lonely she had a second family basically to call her own that was longtime friends of her parents, the Olsen’s. There was Jess and his wife Karen, and their three children, Wolf, Bridget, and Luther. Bridget was her best friend. They had no secrets and told no lies to one another.
Well, maybe Abby kept one. You see one day when she almost fell into the rose bushes and Wolf saved her from their extra-long thorns and he had looked deeply into her eyes. That Day! She had lost her heart to Wolf Olsen who was 2 years older than she was. When Wolf out of the blue asked her to his senior prom, her 16 year old heart took a leap. The cowgirl had no idea how to dress or be a lady. Her mom and Bridget got her all set and ready to go. When at the last minute Wolf calls to cancel. Breaking her heart and never giving her a reason for the sudden change or why he was leaving town.
All she knew for sure is that Rodeo was his life and it was his life. More important than walking with his class for graduation, more than regular visits to visit his family, and more important than her feelings by giving her a straight answer. Not six years has passed and he was back in town for her dad’s 65th birthday party. He would be home for a week. Everyone is stepping around her with kid gloves because everyone knew what the big rodeo star had done to her all those years ago. So, they were all waiting to see how they would react. But they talk but all he says is that he is sorry. That is it. No explaining at all. So, really nothing. So, her mom and everyone keeps warning her off him because of his rodeo rep and the cowboy life style. Not know he had been change that really.
Then a second chance was given to them both could they, would they, are they ready to or up for the challenge it would take to make it work? They are different now.
I really enjoyed the conflict between these old friends that fall in love with one another but are both just too afraid of their families to take a chance on one another. I like the conflict it puts on their friendship as well, the meddling families, and the pain was portrayed truthfully. The author gives you a front row seat on what it is like when emotions take over a situation and things are not well thought out or talked about. So much time was wasted when talking could have saved them so much time. I give this 5 stars. Provided by Net Galley. Follow us at: www.1rad-readerreviews.com
Growing up Abby was an only child just the way her mom Pima and father would have wanted so told by her aunt. Abby was never lonely she had a second family basically to call her own that was longtime friends of her parents, the Olsen’s. There was Jess and his wife Karen, and their three children, Wolf, Bridget, and Luther. Bridget was her best friend. They had no secrets and told no lies to one another.
Well, maybe Abby kept one. You see one day when she almost fell into the rose bushes and Wolf saved her from their extra-long thorns and he had looked deeply into her eyes. That Day! She had lost her heart to Wolf Olsen who was 2 years older than she was. When Wolf out of the blue asked her to his senior prom, her 16 year old heart took a leap. The cowgirl had no idea how to dress or be a lady. Her mom and Bridget got her all set and ready to go. When at the last minute Wolf calls to cancel. Breaking her heart and never giving her a reason for the sudden change or why he was leaving town.
All she knew for sure is that Rodeo was his life and it was his life. More important than walking with his class for graduation, more than regular visits to visit his family, and more important than her feelings by giving her a straight answer. Not six years has passed and he was back in town for her dad’s 65th birthday party. He would be home for a week. Everyone is stepping around her with kid gloves because everyone knew what the big rodeo star had done to her all those years ago. So, they were all waiting to see how they would react. But they talk but all he says is that he is sorry. That is it. No explaining at all. So, really nothing. So, her mom and everyone keeps warning her off him because of his rodeo rep and the cowboy life style. Not know he had been change that really.
Then a second chance was given to them both could they, would they, are they ready to or up for the challenge it would take to make it work? They are different now.
I really enjoyed the conflict between these old friends that fall in love with one another but are both just too afraid of their families to take a chance on one another. I like the conflict it puts on their friendship as well, the meddling families, and the pain was portrayed truthfully. The author gives you a front row seat on what it is like when emotions take over a situation and things are not well thought out or talked about. So much time was wasted when talking could have saved them so much time. I give this 5 stars. Provided by Net Galley. Follow us at: www.1rad-readerreviews.com
March 5, 2015
This is a sweet, undemanding read about not being able to move past teenage heartbreak, the pitfalls of manly pride and allowing both to make a mess of your future. I really liked Abby at first – she’s smart and determined, having had the courage to throw in her veterinary training because she preferred a non-medicated approach, so moved back home to start her own business. Sounds like my kind of character. Sure, she has some unresolved issues regarding Wolf and the prom-that-never-was, but she seems to have moved past it.
Except she hasn’t, of course. And nor has her family. Actually, I think she might have coped better if she hadn’t had so much family input – both from her mother and her best friend, Bridget, both of which are grade-A meddlers, who cast doom-shadows over whatever Wolf does. Nice. Is it any wonder that Abby gets all turned around, hides her feelings and turns kind of whiny? I really could have done without the whiny-mopey Abby, to be honest. She started out so great, and it all went down from there.
Not that Wolf is an absolute prize – he’s too stubborn and prideful for that. I did, however, feel bad for him about the whole prom-that-never-was thing. Yes, he stood Abby up and it took him six years to get back and apologise, but he did have a good reason. I kept waiting to find out what terrible mistake his dad had made to make it such a big secret, and explain why he’d let his son be vilified for six-years, and also why he’d yanked that same son out of school before he could finish. In the end I was disappointed, especially in a father that could let people think so badly of his boy who had literally saved the ranch, but who everyone thought was a no-good playboy. Thanks, dad!
In amongst all this (kind of overblown) emotional angst there’s a bit of lovely horse sense, regarding fair treatment and a more natural approach, not to mention some rodeo stuff and the hard cost of such a career on both horse and rider. But mostly this is about love, heartache and realising that sometimes you really have to let go of the past. Of course, it really helps if you have a cute cowboy and a few sweet dances to help heal the pain. In all an enjoyable enough tale, with a truly adorable ending.
(I received a free copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.)
Except she hasn’t, of course. And nor has her family. Actually, I think she might have coped better if she hadn’t had so much family input – both from her mother and her best friend, Bridget, both of which are grade-A meddlers, who cast doom-shadows over whatever Wolf does. Nice. Is it any wonder that Abby gets all turned around, hides her feelings and turns kind of whiny? I really could have done without the whiny-mopey Abby, to be honest. She started out so great, and it all went down from there.
Not that Wolf is an absolute prize – he’s too stubborn and prideful for that. I did, however, feel bad for him about the whole prom-that-never-was thing. Yes, he stood Abby up and it took him six years to get back and apologise, but he did have a good reason. I kept waiting to find out what terrible mistake his dad had made to make it such a big secret, and explain why he’d let his son be vilified for six-years, and also why he’d yanked that same son out of school before he could finish. In the end I was disappointed, especially in a father that could let people think so badly of his boy who had literally saved the ranch, but who everyone thought was a no-good playboy. Thanks, dad!
In amongst all this (kind of overblown) emotional angst there’s a bit of lovely horse sense, regarding fair treatment and a more natural approach, not to mention some rodeo stuff and the hard cost of such a career on both horse and rider. But mostly this is about love, heartache and realising that sometimes you really have to let go of the past. Of course, it really helps if you have a cute cowboy and a few sweet dances to help heal the pain. In all an enjoyable enough tale, with a truly adorable ending.
(I received a free copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.)
March 9, 2015
Another first read on the list for me is Farrah Taylor’s “Dances With The Wolf” (Big Sky Love Series #2). Rodeo career’s got a very short life span and staying on top of the game is no easy task. Wolf Olsen is back on a break from the rodeo circuit, back to family and back to Abby Macready, the girl he left waiting for him to take her to prom.
Leaving veterinarian college behind, Abby Macready is back home with her parents making a name for herself as a horse whisperer, her love of animals running very deep into her soul. As much as she understands animals, her understanding of the opposite sex sure is a puzzle for her. But then again her heart had always belonged to Wolf Olsen.
Abby has several questions unanswered and Wolf has answers to them that he’s not ready to give. But as they are thrown together with family gatherings and working with injured animals, the attraction that had sparked years ago burst into fierce passion that both cannot deny. Now all they have to do is put the questions of the past to rest and see if they can make a future with each other.
Dances With Wolf has a good story line going, though at times it was a tad bit too long. As much as I liked Wolf and Abby, there were times I felt the story was not moving at all. I definitely did not find it boring, yet it was not holding my interest hundred percent. I felt that there was too much of a monologue than action.
Given the chance, yes I would definitely read Farrah Taylor again. Considering that she is pretty fresh, I sure hope she only becomes another great writer as she progresses in her writing experience.
Received an ARC from Entangled Publishing, LLC via NetGalley for an honest review.
Leaving veterinarian college behind, Abby Macready is back home with her parents making a name for herself as a horse whisperer, her love of animals running very deep into her soul. As much as she understands animals, her understanding of the opposite sex sure is a puzzle for her. But then again her heart had always belonged to Wolf Olsen.
Abby has several questions unanswered and Wolf has answers to them that he’s not ready to give. But as they are thrown together with family gatherings and working with injured animals, the attraction that had sparked years ago burst into fierce passion that both cannot deny. Now all they have to do is put the questions of the past to rest and see if they can make a future with each other.
Dances With Wolf has a good story line going, though at times it was a tad bit too long. As much as I liked Wolf and Abby, there were times I felt the story was not moving at all. I definitely did not find it boring, yet it was not holding my interest hundred percent. I felt that there was too much of a monologue than action.
Given the chance, yes I would definitely read Farrah Taylor again. Considering that she is pretty fresh, I sure hope she only becomes another great writer as she progresses in her writing experience.
Received an ARC from Entangled Publishing, LLC via NetGalley for an honest review.
March 16, 2015
I received a copy of this book of netgalley in exchange for my honest opinions and review.
There is a passion in Horse whisperer Abby Macready's life and thats her love for animals they run as deep in her blood as her Native American heritage. If she were even half as good at reading men, she'd…well, she'd probably still be fantasizing about her best friend's big brother, Wolf Olsen. He is a Playboy, cowboy, and he once Abby's young heart which has left an impression on her.
Wolf is focused on Staying at the very top of the rodeo circuit and that means Wolf has to stay focused and not settle down. He definitely was not expecting to return to the Flathead Valley and to find Abby's brooding dark eyes and a backside that could bring a man to his knees....
But his sister's best friend is a hundred percent off limits ...... or is she? Will this wild cowboy let one sweet whisperer tame him…....
I enjoyed this sweet romance right from the start it has a great storyline and characters which have been executed extremely well.
Abby is sweet young woman with an amazing talent i found Abby very endearing and very easy to like. it took me a while to warm up to Wolf but when i found out the reasons behind his tough exterior i melted inside.
I especially loved the ending without giving too much away it was extremely romantic on Wolfs part and very sweet all in one.
A very enjoyable contemporary romance and i would definitely read more by Farrah Taylor.
5 Out Of 5 Hearts From Cariad Books
There is a passion in Horse whisperer Abby Macready's life and thats her love for animals they run as deep in her blood as her Native American heritage. If she were even half as good at reading men, she'd…well, she'd probably still be fantasizing about her best friend's big brother, Wolf Olsen. He is a Playboy, cowboy, and he once Abby's young heart which has left an impression on her.
Wolf is focused on Staying at the very top of the rodeo circuit and that means Wolf has to stay focused and not settle down. He definitely was not expecting to return to the Flathead Valley and to find Abby's brooding dark eyes and a backside that could bring a man to his knees....
But his sister's best friend is a hundred percent off limits ...... or is she? Will this wild cowboy let one sweet whisperer tame him…....
I enjoyed this sweet romance right from the start it has a great storyline and characters which have been executed extremely well.
Abby is sweet young woman with an amazing talent i found Abby very endearing and very easy to like. it took me a while to warm up to Wolf but when i found out the reasons behind his tough exterior i melted inside.
I especially loved the ending without giving too much away it was extremely romantic on Wolfs part and very sweet all in one.
A very enjoyable contemporary romance and i would definitely read more by Farrah Taylor.
5 Out Of 5 Hearts From Cariad Books
March 11, 2015
***A gifted copy was provided by the publisher for an honest review***
A “Dance with Wolf” is a sweet romance that is about not being able to move past “the past” when the past comes back into your life again. Abby is in love with her best friend’s older brother, Wolf. He knew she was in love with him & Wolf knew he broke Abby’s heart many years ago. He had his reasons. Reasons he could not share even with his sister.
Abby threw herself into her vet training. She is a smart woman who is determined to make something of herself . Abby’s main love is horses and she has moved back home to start her own business
Same time Abby is back in town, Wolf has come back to town as well. Will he have his chance with Abby? Wolf is home off the circuit and he knows after seeing Abby he has to have her. When the truth comes out, will they be able to survive the fallout? Will the peanut gallery stay in the background and not interfere ? You have to read to find out. I will say the epilogue was so sweet and heartwarming.
I found myself rooting for them to make a go of their relationship from page 3 of the book. My heart broke for both of them and I love second chance romances and this is a book that is a second chance romance story. I loved this story because it is great to read a story that has a positive outcome and doesn’t dwell on the negative. Kudos to the author for writing such a great story.
My rating: 4.2 stars ****
A “Dance with Wolf” is a sweet romance that is about not being able to move past “the past” when the past comes back into your life again. Abby is in love with her best friend’s older brother, Wolf. He knew she was in love with him & Wolf knew he broke Abby’s heart many years ago. He had his reasons. Reasons he could not share even with his sister.
Abby threw herself into her vet training. She is a smart woman who is determined to make something of herself . Abby’s main love is horses and she has moved back home to start her own business
Same time Abby is back in town, Wolf has come back to town as well. Will he have his chance with Abby? Wolf is home off the circuit and he knows after seeing Abby he has to have her. When the truth comes out, will they be able to survive the fallout? Will the peanut gallery stay in the background and not interfere ? You have to read to find out. I will say the epilogue was so sweet and heartwarming.
I found myself rooting for them to make a go of their relationship from page 3 of the book. My heart broke for both of them and I love second chance romances and this is a book that is a second chance romance story. I loved this story because it is great to read a story that has a positive outcome and doesn’t dwell on the negative. Kudos to the author for writing such a great story.
My rating: 4.2 stars ****
March 22, 2015
Abby’s best friend was Bridget. Their families were close, too, and had been throughout their childhood and school days. Most of them still are, six years after the prom to which Abby should have been taken by Bridget’s older brother, Wolf, but he’d not shown up and had gone off to become a rodeo star instead of her date. He’d hardly been home since - but he’s coming back to help celebrate Abby’s Dad’s birthday.
Abby went away to train to become a vet but left after a couple of years as she preferred a more non-medical approach and is now making a name for herself as a horse whisperer. Maybe she can use her sills to take Wolf now they’re both older? The chemistry between them is as volatile as ever but should she risk heartbreak yet again?
I was going to write my own synopsis but decided it would give too many spoilers away, so restored to the publisher’s version for once. I think mine was too revealing because I really enjoyed this Bliss romance. The characters are great - warts and all. The setting is superb and the author engages the reader into the dilemmas and action so you feel totally immersed and involved in this fantastic romance. Another great book to get lost in and totally enjoy - highly recommended!
Thanks to the author, publishers and NetGalley, too, for letting me read this book in exchange for an honest review.
Abby went away to train to become a vet but left after a couple of years as she preferred a more non-medical approach and is now making a name for herself as a horse whisperer. Maybe she can use her sills to take Wolf now they’re both older? The chemistry between them is as volatile as ever but should she risk heartbreak yet again?
I was going to write my own synopsis but decided it would give too many spoilers away, so restored to the publisher’s version for once. I think mine was too revealing because I really enjoyed this Bliss romance. The characters are great - warts and all. The setting is superb and the author engages the reader into the dilemmas and action so you feel totally immersed and involved in this fantastic romance. Another great book to get lost in and totally enjoy - highly recommended!
Thanks to the author, publishers and NetGalley, too, for letting me read this book in exchange for an honest review.
March 10, 2015
I always enjoy 2nd chances at love. Wolf and Abby practically grew up together since Abby was his sister's best friend. However, Wolf broke Abby's heart and it's been 6 years. Abby has since grown up and moved on choosing to be a horse whisperer. Despite it being 6 years, the Olsens and Abby's parents are still tiptoeing around her when it comes to Wolf. And it seems that Wolf is back in town.
An unexpected situation with Bullet, Wolf's horse came up resulted in Wolf seeking Abby's help. As they worked on Bullet, the feelings for each other returned stronger than before. But will Abby risk her heart again?
This is my first book by the author and I must say it was an enjoyable read despite the fact that the story was predictable and kinda common. I feel that the Farrah has written well showing the emotions of two people and showing that some love doesn't change despite the time that has gone by. It also talks about forgiveness, working at love and earning the trust of the one you love. The epilogue was just so sweet, heartwarming and couldn't have been more fitting.
Many thanks to Netgalley and Entangled Publishing for an advance copy of this book in exchange for a honest review.
An unexpected situation with Bullet, Wolf's horse came up resulted in Wolf seeking Abby's help. As they worked on Bullet, the feelings for each other returned stronger than before. But will Abby risk her heart again?
This is my first book by the author and I must say it was an enjoyable read despite the fact that the story was predictable and kinda common. I feel that the Farrah has written well showing the emotions of two people and showing that some love doesn't change despite the time that has gone by. It also talks about forgiveness, working at love and earning the trust of the one you love. The epilogue was just so sweet, heartwarming and couldn't have been more fitting.
Many thanks to Netgalley and Entangled Publishing for an advance copy of this book in exchange for a honest review.
March 6, 2015
Broken hearted by her best friend’s brother, Abby Macready has supposedly moved on; until she comes face to face again. Wolf knew he broke Abby’s heart many years ago. He had his reasons. Reasons he couldn’t share even with his kid sister.
Dances With Wolf’s title is a clever wordplay on a big movie title. That made me smile. I felt the plot and story were mostly realistic. The supporting relationships were also nice. The interaction between the two main characters was the right kind of balance between awkward and interested in each other. Wolf and Abby were likeable characters. I liked the story, but could quite get completely invested in it.
Being and Entangled Bliss, the story is supposed to be in the “sweet or clean “category. I’m giving it a sketchy clean rating. There is sexual talk, innuendo, and sex behind closed doors. There is mild language throughout the book. Alcohol is also a factor in some of the story line. (Spoiler) I was disappointed that it took being drunk to get the characters together.
Rating: 3.5 I liked it.
Content: sketchy clean, see review
Source: Netgalley
Dances With Wolf’s title is a clever wordplay on a big movie title. That made me smile. I felt the plot and story were mostly realistic. The supporting relationships were also nice. The interaction between the two main characters was the right kind of balance between awkward and interested in each other. Wolf and Abby were likeable characters. I liked the story, but could quite get completely invested in it.
Being and Entangled Bliss, the story is supposed to be in the “sweet or clean “category. I’m giving it a sketchy clean rating. There is sexual talk, innuendo, and sex behind closed doors. There is mild language throughout the book. Alcohol is also a factor in some of the story line. (Spoiler) I was disappointed that it took being drunk to get the characters together.
Rating: 3.5 I liked it.
Content: sketchy clean, see review
Source: Netgalley
March 9, 2015
This is my first time reading this author and it was what was to be found inside that drew my attention. This is a second chance time for these two with neither expecting it I do believe. Having her heart crumbled by him in the past Abby now is asked by Wolf to help him with his horse who seems to have a problem that thanks to her ability with horses. Since she is also his sister's best friend this will keep him on his toes because also everyone remembers what happened in the past. Secrets though on the why could and will come a long way in letting him back into her heart. Good thing also he is a determined man and wants what the heart wants. This author takes you along with their story on how thanks to horses a love is rekindled with a passion that could consume them with Abby thinking he is only going to hurt her again. She too must come to some kind of understanding that things aren't always as they seem and she must trust that love will be worth it all in the end. It is good to read a straight forward romance once in awhile that shows you the emotions that can be repaired and built if love is allowed to happen. Received a copy for a honest review.
March 11, 2015
**I received an ARC for this story in exchange for an honest review**
Abby Macready was better at horse talk than talking to people, especially men. Three days ago, Jesse Olsen called her about his new mare. Bridget, Jesse's oldest daughter, was Abby's oldest friend. Jess and his wife Karen, were equally close to Abby's parents. Abby wanted to stay clear of Wolf, the Olsen's son, as he had already hurt her when she was younger. Bridget still held a grudge against Wolf for hurting her best friend. At one time he had been her playmate, her friend, her idle. While she's checking out the new mare in the barn, she runs into him again.
Abby is very sensitive to animals and absolutely loves them. She's very loyal, but can't seem to fight her attraction to Wolf. Wolf is a very determined young man. He tries to act rough and tough but really has a good heart. He's a true cowboy and really loves his family even though he's not home very often.
I enjoyed this book and would recommend it to anybody that enjoys a little cowboy romance!
Abby Macready was better at horse talk than talking to people, especially men. Three days ago, Jesse Olsen called her about his new mare. Bridget, Jesse's oldest daughter, was Abby's oldest friend. Jess and his wife Karen, were equally close to Abby's parents. Abby wanted to stay clear of Wolf, the Olsen's son, as he had already hurt her when she was younger. Bridget still held a grudge against Wolf for hurting her best friend. At one time he had been her playmate, her friend, her idle. While she's checking out the new mare in the barn, she runs into him again.
Abby is very sensitive to animals and absolutely loves them. She's very loyal, but can't seem to fight her attraction to Wolf. Wolf is a very determined young man. He tries to act rough and tough but really has a good heart. He's a true cowboy and really loves his family even though he's not home very often.
I enjoyed this book and would recommend it to anybody that enjoys a little cowboy romance!
March 19, 2015
Abby Macready is a horse whisperer. She's had the hots for her best friends brother, Wolf Olsen, since she was a teenager. Wolf had broken Abby's heart six years ago in high school and after letting her down by doing it again, he'll have to come up with an outrageously romantic grand gesture to ask her for another chance. Will Abby give Wolf a second chance or will that be one too many?
Love cowboys and horse whisperers are pretty amazing. This is a heartbreaking, sweet romance with beautiful horses and sexy cowboys. Who doesn't love a groveling cowboy? I really like how there were problems that real families go through and as the children become of age, they are forced to help out financially too. I absolutely LOVE how the characters on the cover resemble the main characters in the story. That doesn't happen very often. Thank you Farrah Taylor for a great read!
Received a copy in exchange for an honest review.
Love cowboys and horse whisperers are pretty amazing. This is a heartbreaking, sweet romance with beautiful horses and sexy cowboys. Who doesn't love a groveling cowboy? I really like how there were problems that real families go through and as the children become of age, they are forced to help out financially too. I absolutely LOVE how the characters on the cover resemble the main characters in the story. That doesn't happen very often. Thank you Farrah Taylor for a great read!
Received a copy in exchange for an honest review.
February 21, 2015
This book was a quick read that was filled with sweet and hot moments. Wolf and Abby have had feelings for each other since they were young, things just didn't work out well for either of them. Life seemed to always get in the way and Wolf's inability to communicate put things off for quite a while
Now he's back in town, can he finally have his chance with Abby? That's all she wanted. Just to have him although she knows her heart can't take another break like so long ago. After giving up her career, school, and fiancé, she's back home and living with her parents while she gets her new job off the ground.
Wolf is home off the circuit and he knows after seeing Abby he has to have her. When the truth comes out, will they be able to survive? I think it was pretty good book and enjoyed reading it
Now he's back in town, can he finally have his chance with Abby? That's all she wanted. Just to have him although she knows her heart can't take another break like so long ago. After giving up her career, school, and fiancé, she's back home and living with her parents while she gets her new job off the ground.
Wolf is home off the circuit and he knows after seeing Abby he has to have her. When the truth comes out, will they be able to survive? I think it was pretty good book and enjoyed reading it
March 11, 2015
This was a pleasant read that featured Wolf and Abbi. They were high school friends, and he broke her heart when he canceled their date tot the prom. They grow apart as he left to compete in the rodeo, to support his family and she graduated high school and went to college. Fast forward a few years, Abbi has dropped out of vet school to become a homeopathic horse whisper/therapist who lives at home and Wolf is a rodeo star struggling with injuries and a sick horse. Fate brings them together, and they remember their attraction to each other. Abbi must overcome her past pain to have a future with Wolf.
I enjoyed reading this romance, because it was steamy with out being sexual. It feature well written, supporting characters and a realistic plot. I would recommend it to fans of second chance and western romances.i recieved a ARC for netgalley.com for an honest review
I enjoyed reading this romance, because it was steamy with out being sexual. It feature well written, supporting characters and a realistic plot. I would recommend it to fans of second chance and western romances.i recieved a ARC for netgalley.com for an honest review
March 17, 2015
This is a quick read and a good story line. However, there is something about men like Wolf that makes me wish the heroine would find someone else for their happily ever after. I loved all the other characters especially Bridget and Abby's mom. But, I did not like Wolf. For one thing, who would actually name their child "Wolf"? When I read the blurb, I had assumed it was a nickname but sadly, it wasn't. I also felt Wolf never seemed to treat Abby more like a sister than someone he was interested in. There was no flirting or tension leading up to their being together. For me, there was no chemistry. I thought Abby could find someone better. It wasn't like she was in her 40's. It was way too soon for her to be afraid of being alone. She was only in her 20's!
ARC provided by Entangled Publishing in exchange for an honest review.
ARC provided by Entangled Publishing in exchange for an honest review.
March 18, 2015
Overall, I enjoyed this. I'm not a big one for "western" type books, but this kept my interest more than I expected. I liked that Abby blazed her own path and was definitely a strong female character. I wish that the book had explored her heritage a little bit more-- especially since it seemed like her adoption was pretty open-- she had to know about her past and be a little curious. There was just enough information about her background for me to want more.
I kept going back and forth on if I like Wolf or not. Overall, I think I did, but it seems crazy that he kept his "big secret" (not so big. I expected a lot more) for so long. For the amount of hype the secret got, you would think it would be a little bit bigger.
Overall, a fun read. And now I want to go to a rodeo, which has never been a desire before.
I kept going back and forth on if I like Wolf or not. Overall, I think I did, but it seems crazy that he kept his "big secret" (not so big. I expected a lot more) for so long. For the amount of hype the secret got, you would think it would be a little bit bigger.
Overall, a fun read. And now I want to go to a rodeo, which has never been a desire before.
March 11, 2015
Such a sweet book. I loved Abby's character. For such a young woman, she was very strong, independent and knew what she wanted. I enjoyed her interactions with the horses. So soothing. Then there was Wolf. Hello cowboy! I was thinking about their situation, how he stood her up years ago and left her. She believes she has.moved on and I think she has to the point that it is out of sight out of mind. But as I have experienced in my own life, when that person reenters your life, it can totally mess with your head and heart.
I like the way they were both mature about their situation and finally came to terms with their feelings. And the epilogue was so sweet and heartwarming.
I received this book in exchange for an honest review from the publisher.
I like the way they were both mature about their situation and finally came to terms with their feelings. And the epilogue was so sweet and heartwarming.
I received this book in exchange for an honest review from the publisher.
March 6, 2015
what a sweet, endearing story.
Wolf walked away from Abby the day of his prom. There were extenuating circumstances that was beyond his ability to share yet he left her without word or explaination.
Now years later he comes home and has to face Abby and feelings that never left.
Wolf is a fantastic character with a strong sense of family.
Abby is smart, strong with a passion for animals....especially horses.
When Wolf reappears, she finds she still can't resist him and old feelings rise up.
Can a horse whisper and a rodeo rider connect and reinvent a lost past to build a future?
A clean story with wonderful characters, a positive storyline and the gift of second chances.
Wolf walked away from Abby the day of his prom. There were extenuating circumstances that was beyond his ability to share yet he left her without word or explaination.
Now years later he comes home and has to face Abby and feelings that never left.
Wolf is a fantastic character with a strong sense of family.
Abby is smart, strong with a passion for animals....especially horses.
When Wolf reappears, she finds she still can't resist him and old feelings rise up.
Can a horse whisper and a rodeo rider connect and reinvent a lost past to build a future?
A clean story with wonderful characters, a positive storyline and the gift of second chances.
March 9, 2015
Like I always say I enjoy reading Entangled Bliss books, but I feel as though as this was on the verge of being a different genre. It was a sweet book, but there were more scenes that were not as clean as they usually are. There were a lot more sexual innuendos in this book, but still didn’t get graphic. The one time it started to, it ended quickly.
This was also not one of my favorite Bliss books, for some reason I was unable to connect to the characters as much as I would have and I caught myself skimming a lot more parts than I like to.
In the end I did enjoying reading it and it was a sweet story. I you enjoy reading Bliss books, I do recommend it!
This was also not one of my favorite Bliss books, for some reason I was unable to connect to the characters as much as I would have and I caught myself skimming a lot more parts than I like to.
In the end I did enjoying reading it and it was a sweet story. I you enjoy reading Bliss books, I do recommend it!
March 7, 2015
Loved this book!! A hot rugged cowboy, a horse whisperer, and an unrequited teenage crush and broken heart all make for a great reunion story that sizzles with chemistry. Wolf Olsen let home suddenly without ever having the chance to let Abby McCready know how he really feels. But all of that was years ago and as his sisters best friend she is off limits!
Abby never understood why Wolf left without a goodbye but all that's water under the bridge. Now if her stupid heart would just get on board with the fact that he's not the one for her!
This is a great read and I definitely recommend it!
Abby never understood why Wolf left without a goodbye but all that's water under the bridge. Now if her stupid heart would just get on board with the fact that he's not the one for her!
This is a great read and I definitely recommend it!
May 6, 2015
I received this from Netgalley/ Entangled publishing in exchange for an honest review. This is a contemporary romance tale set in the rodeo world. It is a really good story and surprisingly very clean. If you are looking for steam this is not the book for you. I just wanted to know what thy actually did all night. It was a pretty awesome to read and see how the relationship grows. I loved the scene at the end it was pretty romantic.
March 4, 2015
One of my favorite troupes best friend's brother/ sister's best friend. I really loved the characters in this book. What's not to like about Wolf the rodeo cowboy. Abby and Wolf have a second chance after Wolf make probably the most regrettable decision long ago. Problem is can Abby have the courage to trust Wolf to do what's right especially when most everyone is set against them to being together. See if Wolf can woo Abby and prove everyone wrong.
March 5, 2015
Opposites attract. I have heard that saying many times. Never has it been more true than when describing the characters within this story. I received an ARC of Dances with Wolf by Farrah Taylor for an honest review. Two unique people developing feelings that they aren't sure how to respond to. Do they act on them and destroy a lifelong relationship or do they ignore them and miss out on the love of a lifetime? A cute story about the wonders of love.
March 11, 2015
Abby has been in love with Wolf since she was young. When he asked her to the prom, she was over the moon and then he cancelled without an explanation and broke her heart. Many years later, she's moved back home to work as a horse whisperer. Wolf is home from the rodeo for Abby's father's party. He has been in love with Abby for years but knows he's messed up in the past. This was a sweet read.
March 18, 2015
This was a quick and sweet read. The plotline was intriguing, the characters were real and relatable and the writing was great.
I found no flaws in reading this book(yes, I was THAT impressed) and would not mind reading it again.
There's a bit of a mystery, there's romance, there's complications and happy moments. What more could you want in a novel?
I found no flaws in reading this book(yes, I was THAT impressed) and would not mind reading it again.
There's a bit of a mystery, there's romance, there's complications and happy moments. What more could you want in a novel?
March 16, 2015
4 stars
Dances with Wolf a cute sweet contemporary love story.
Loved the characters and the story line held my interest from the beginning until the end.
Thank you Entangled Bliss for the advance copy in exchange for my honest thoughts.
Dances with Wolf a cute sweet contemporary love story.
Loved the characters and the story line held my interest from the beginning until the end.
Thank you Entangled Bliss for the advance copy in exchange for my honest thoughts.
March 11, 2015
OMG what a great book, this is a must read... I Really enjoyed it... That is all I am willing to say, so you have to get it.... It will hook you from the first page......
I received this book, from Net Galley in exchange for a honest review!
I received this book, from Net Galley in exchange for a honest review!
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