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West #8
Corey's Catch
Corey has finally dug himself into a hole so deep, even he can’t see a way out. His only goal now is to see the rough patch through, that is until Bella Stevenson waltzes into his life and knocks him on his ass. Figuratively and literally. Now, there’s nothing he wouldn’t do to prove to her that his wild days are a thing of his past, but he might just need some of his rebellious ways if he expects to keep what he’s finally found.
Bella doesn’t know why she’s chosen to stay in the small town of Fairplay, Texas after her aunt’s funeral. But, she’s never been one to back out of a situation, especially after running into one of the most headstrong and sexiest cowboys she’s ever met.
Bella doesn’t know why she’s chosen to stay in the small town of Fairplay, Texas after her aunt’s funeral. But, she’s never been one to back out of a situation, especially after running into one of the most headstrong and sexiest cowboys she’s ever met.
204 pages, Kindle Edition
First published October 6, 2015
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Jill Sanders
197 books2,098 followersJill Sanders is a New York Times, USA Today, and international bestselling author of Sweet Contemporary Romance, Romantic Suspense, Western Romance, and Paranormal Romance novels. With 100 books in eleven series, translations into several different languages, and audiobooks there’s plenty to choose from. Look for Jill’s bestselling stories wherever romance books are sold or visit her at jillsanders.com
Jill comes from a large family with six siblings, including an identical twin. She was raised in the Pacific Northwest and later relocated to Colorado for college and a successful IT career before discovering her talent for writing sweet and sexy page-turners. After Colorado, she decided to move south, living in Texas and now making her home along the Emerald Coast of Florida. You will find that the settings of several of her series are inspired by her time spent living in these areas. She has two sons and off-set the testosterone in her house by adopting three furry little ladies that provide her company while she’s locked in her writing cave. She enjoys heading to the beach, hiking, swimming, wine-tasting, and pickleball with her husband, and of course writing. If you have read any of her books, you may also notice that there is a love of food, especially sweets! She has been blamed for a few added pounds by her assistant, editor, and fans… donuts or pie anyone?
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Jill comes from a large family with six siblings, including an identical twin. She was raised in the Pacific Northwest and later relocated to Colorado for college and a successful IT career before discovering her talent for writing sweet and sexy page-turners. After Colorado, she decided to move south, living in Texas and now making her home along the Emerald Coast of Florida. You will find that the settings of several of her series are inspired by her time spent living in these areas. She has two sons and off-set the testosterone in her house by adopting three furry little ladies that provide her company while she’s locked in her writing cave. She enjoys heading to the beach, hiking, swimming, wine-tasting, and pickleball with her husband, and of course writing. If you have read any of her books, you may also notice that there is a love of food, especially sweets! She has been blamed for a few added pounds by her assistant, editor, and fans… donuts or pie anyone?
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October 31, 2015
Corey had a way of pulling at my heart strings. His father has gone off the deep-end and is getting into a lot of trouble with the law and this time he shot his neighbors dog, so he was promptly arrested and that left Corey to clean-up the mess that followed. Corey was responsible for his fathers legal fees as well as the veterinary fees and with all of that going on he is the one that finds his neighbor dead in the house. Could things ever start looking up for him??
Bella inherits everything her aunt had when she passed away so she decided to pick-up and move to Fairplay, Texas to live in what is now her house thanks to her aunt, and start over fresh. Bella wasn't happy with her life and the way her parent tried to control everything so this was the best thing to do although she was very sad that her favorite person in the world had passed away.
Bella and Corey had an instant attraction not only did they feel it but everyone in the town did too. They were great together and when strange things started happening at Bella's home it was only natural that Corey was the one to step in and help her.
This was a great addition to the series, of course we got glimpses of the rest of the town residents and how the other relationships from prior books are continuing and all the little additions to the families was a perfect touch. I also loved the way things worked out for Corey's father and he makes an huge impact on the ending (in my eyes anyway).
Bella inherits everything her aunt had when she passed away so she decided to pick-up and move to Fairplay, Texas to live in what is now her house thanks to her aunt, and start over fresh. Bella wasn't happy with her life and the way her parent tried to control everything so this was the best thing to do although she was very sad that her favorite person in the world had passed away.
Bella and Corey had an instant attraction not only did they feel it but everyone in the town did too. They were great together and when strange things started happening at Bella's home it was only natural that Corey was the one to step in and help her.
This was a great addition to the series, of course we got glimpses of the rest of the town residents and how the other relationships from prior books are continuing and all the little additions to the families was a perfect touch. I also loved the way things worked out for Corey's father and he makes an huge impact on the ending (in my eyes anyway).
November 24, 2015
A romance novel with a dangerous twist! Bella's Aunt has passed away so Bella comes to claim what was left to her in the will and after one look at her, Corey is caught hook, line and sinker. However, someone isn't as thrilled about Bella's arrival and seems to be trying to run her off. Great plot with well thought out characters and development. The dangerous twist took this book to a much more interesting level that makes me say it's a great read. I'd give it a definite must read and in fact, now that I know that it is a series I absolutely have to go back and read the rest of the books. I'm looking forward to getting to know these characters and this series much better!
May 22, 2017
This was easily one of the best of the series! I couldn't put it down. It was much more thriller then romance as the other books had been. It was also nice to get to see more of the other people in town and not so much of the West sisters.
October 7, 2015
You Intrigue Me!!!
Corey Park thought of leaving Fairplay, Texas but each time his father always found himself in trouble. Being his only living kin, Corey did everything to take care of the trouble his father caused. The town folks were very understanding of Corey's situation and offered to help him but he declined, stating that he always repay his debts.
Corey had the unfortunate honor of finding his elderly neighbor, Mrs Thompson dead in her home one day. That tragedy brought the one woman that was ever able to knock Corey on his a**, Bella Thompson into his life.
Bella Thompson came to Fairplay, Texas to attend to the things her aunt left her. She planned to start afresh, that sure did happened when she encountered sexy as hell, Corey Park who made her feel things she thought she could ever feel again.
The more time Bella spend knowing Corey and the folks of Fairplay, the more she felt like she found a place where she belonged....her HOME. When danger and greed started to lurk around Bella, Corey and the whole town were there to make sure she was okay.
COREY'S CATCH was mesmerizing, Bella and Corey falling in love was a flirtatious and beautiful journey. It was great to catch up with old friends and meet new ones.
Jill Sanders made me feel the hero and heroine's emotions so deeply...A must read!
Corey Park thought of leaving Fairplay, Texas but each time his father always found himself in trouble. Being his only living kin, Corey did everything to take care of the trouble his father caused. The town folks were very understanding of Corey's situation and offered to help him but he declined, stating that he always repay his debts.
Corey had the unfortunate honor of finding his elderly neighbor, Mrs Thompson dead in her home one day. That tragedy brought the one woman that was ever able to knock Corey on his a**, Bella Thompson into his life.
Bella Thompson came to Fairplay, Texas to attend to the things her aunt left her. She planned to start afresh, that sure did happened when she encountered sexy as hell, Corey Park who made her feel things she thought she could ever feel again.
The more time Bella spend knowing Corey and the folks of Fairplay, the more she felt like she found a place where she belonged....her HOME. When danger and greed started to lurk around Bella, Corey and the whole town were there to make sure she was okay.
COREY'S CATCH was mesmerizing, Bella and Corey falling in love was a flirtatious and beautiful journey. It was great to catch up with old friends and meet new ones.
Jill Sanders made me feel the hero and heroine's emotions so deeply...A must read!
October 10, 2015
Corey had wanted to leave Fairplay but his father has been causing problems that he needs to fix before he can leave.
Bella moves to Fairplay to take over her aunt's farm that was left to her. She has no idea what she is getting into but knows that this is the break she is wanting after the her last encounter with her ex-boyfriend.
Bella literally runs into Corey and knows she is in trouble from the start. But she comes to know that Corey needs someone in his life like she does but wants to take it slow.
When things start happening to Bella she knows she feels safe with Corey and that he will protect her. Will they realize what they have before it is too late.
I was given a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review - Naughty Book Eden
Bella moves to Fairplay to take over her aunt's farm that was left to her. She has no idea what she is getting into but knows that this is the break she is wanting after the her last encounter with her ex-boyfriend.
Bella literally runs into Corey and knows she is in trouble from the start. But she comes to know that Corey needs someone in his life like she does but wants to take it slow.
When things start happening to Bella she knows she feels safe with Corey and that he will protect her. Will they realize what they have before it is too late.
I was given a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review - Naughty Book Eden
October 15, 2015
Wow!! Im so in love with Corey..
Struggling with his father's failing health and healthcare fee's, he's not close to making ends meet..
His life is just work, work, work..
That is until the beautiful Bella walks into his life and turns it upside down..
Bella's aunt has died and left her everything, including all her animals, that soon find a way into her heart...
But it also seems that someone else wants what she has just inherited, thankfully Corey is there to lend her a hand and keep her sane..
This is another great addition to the west series, congratulations Jill Sanders..
***This ARC was given to me by the author for and honest review***
Struggling with his father's failing health and healthcare fee's, he's not close to making ends meet..
His life is just work, work, work..
That is until the beautiful Bella walks into his life and turns it upside down..
Bella's aunt has died and left her everything, including all her animals, that soon find a way into her heart...
But it also seems that someone else wants what she has just inherited, thankfully Corey is there to lend her a hand and keep her sane..
This is another great addition to the west series, congratulations Jill Sanders..
***This ARC was given to me by the author for and honest review***
July 4, 2017
Bella moves to Fairplay when her aunt dies and leaves everything to her because she needs a change. Corey is just about at the end of his rope. His dad's personality has drastically changed and is getting into a lot of trouble. It is costing Corey a bunch. Then he sees Bella. All of a sudden Bella is being terrorized and Corey is there to help her. They need to figure out who is tearing Bella's world apart. Both of them need to deal with their parents. Bella's parents insist that she sell the place and go back to her old life, Corey isn't about to let her go.
December 27, 2015
The story of Bella and Corey is a gentle tale of 2 people wishing to start fresh. Bella left her life in the big city to live in the farm house that was her aunt's after she passed away. She quickly learned that she was meant to be in the country with the animals and nature. Corey is looking to start new after several incidents with his father that have left him hanging on by a thread. When Bella and Corey realize that they work well together on the farm and in the bedroom, sparks fly and love springs to life. I received a free copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.
February 20, 2016
Well this was the final book in the West series.
I loved this story. The twists and turns in the story were addictive. I enjoyed how the romantic and suspense aspects of this story weren't rushed. Jill really did this series justice with this story.
I was a little upset that the story didn't explore Corey's back story like the other stories did. The other thing I was looking for was a run down on where all the couples are now.
I loved this story. The twists and turns in the story were addictive. I enjoyed how the romantic and suspense aspects of this story weren't rushed. Jill really did this series justice with this story.
I was a little upset that the story didn't explore Corey's back story like the other stories did. The other thing I was looking for was a run down on where all the couples are now.
November 7, 2015
I received this book in exchange for an honest review. Another great read by Jill Sanders. I just love her books. This is a sweet read with romance, mystery, and great characters. I just loved Corey and Bella and their story!
October 11, 2015
Loved the chemistry between Bella and Corey. She was portrayed as very down to earth and a loving woman. An enjoyable read.
November 14, 2018
Corey was the last single one, Travis and Billy having both settled down. Corey's life was as complicated as it got for now struggling to keep his head above water. His dad was causing problems and had just been arrested after shooting the neighbour's dog. He would have to find more money for his bail, and on top of that now vets bills for the dog. When was he going to get a break?
Unfortunately when going to tell Mrs Thompson that Dutch was going to be ok, he found her dead and until someone turned up to sort out her affairs, Corey did the only thing he could by looking after Dutch and the rest of her animals.
Bella, Mrs Thompson's niece had inherited the farm. She wasn't certain what she was going to do but had secretly always dreamed of living there. Being a city girl she wasn't sure if she could manage. Corey was keen to help her any way he could, and the instant attraction between them only helped. We're the rumours of old Mrs Thompson being a millionaire true? Bella didn't expect so but did find a large amount of money squirreled away in strange places. Was she having nightmares or was someone breaking in?
A great story, a few laughs and a drama thrown into this happy ever after book.
Unfortunately when going to tell Mrs Thompson that Dutch was going to be ok, he found her dead and until someone turned up to sort out her affairs, Corey did the only thing he could by looking after Dutch and the rest of her animals.
Bella, Mrs Thompson's niece had inherited the farm. She wasn't certain what she was going to do but had secretly always dreamed of living there. Being a city girl she wasn't sure if she could manage. Corey was keen to help her any way he could, and the instant attraction between them only helped. We're the rumours of old Mrs Thompson being a millionaire true? Bella didn't expect so but did find a large amount of money squirreled away in strange places. Was she having nightmares or was someone breaking in?
A great story, a few laughs and a drama thrown into this happy ever after book.
March 5, 2020
Overall opinion: 4.25 Stars
This was an enjoyable read and contained the most adult MCs. There was a solid caveman moment in the book but it was minimal and he lightened up afterwards. The h came across as genuine and didn't feel the need to hide everything. There was a bit of angst but it didn't overwhelm the story. All in all, a very good read!
Brief Summary: No need to expand on the author's summary.
Narrator(s) single - good
POV: dual
Overall Pace: fast
Instalove: pretty much
H Rating: 8/10
h Rating: 8/10
Sad/happy/thrill/Angst/TSTL - overall happy
Heat Level: 4/10
Descriptive Sex: 4/10
OW/OM Drama: no
Sex with OW/OM: no
Cheating: no
Separation: no
Triggers: n/a
Closure (HEA/HFN/Cliffhanger): HEA
Additional Thoughts?
This was an enjoyable read and contained the most adult MCs. There was a solid caveman moment in the book but it was minimal and he lightened up afterwards. The h came across as genuine and didn't feel the need to hide everything. There was a bit of angst but it didn't overwhelm the story. All in all, a very good read!
Brief Summary: No need to expand on the author's summary.
Narrator(s) single - good
POV: dual
Overall Pace: fast
Instalove: pretty much
H Rating: 8/10
h Rating: 8/10
Sad/happy/thrill/Angst/TSTL - overall happy
Heat Level: 4/10
Descriptive Sex: 4/10
OW/OM Drama: no
Sex with OW/OM: no
Cheating: no
Separation: no
Triggers: n/a
Closure (HEA/HFN/Cliffhanger): HEA
Additional Thoughts?
April 26, 2023
Corey's Catch (The West Series Book 8)
The love story of Corey and Bella. Bella has come to Fairplay because her aunt has dead and left her a farm and all she had. The farm house needs a lot of work and Bella hires Corey to fix or repair thinks around the farm and help with the animal. Will Bella have happiness with the last of Fairplay's Bad boys? Great story.
The love story of Corey and Bella. Bella has come to Fairplay because her aunt has dead and left her a farm and all she had. The farm house needs a lot of work and Bella hires Corey to fix or repair thinks around the farm and help with the animal. Will Bella have happiness with the last of Fairplay's Bad boys? Great story.
November 14, 2017
The fact that I continue to read books by Jill should say it all ! Another wonderful series by Jill ! I love the way Jill brings family and small towns together. I have read several other series by this same author and can't say enough good things.
November 29, 2018
Another wonderful series by Jill ! I love the way Jill brings family and small towns together. I have read several other series by this same author and can't say enough good things. Beautifully written !
December 10, 2017
I enjoyed this story, but didn't love it.
March 22, 2020
I read three through 8 of this series. Loved the characters and how they matured. Great reads.
October 31, 2021
fun
Loving this series . I don’t know why I haven’t found it before now . But I’m making up for lost time . Great series
Loving this series . I don’t know why I haven’t found it before now . But I’m making up for lost time . Great series
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March 31, 2025Purchased in epub format from Barnes and Noble for my Nook.
August 25, 2016
Fairplay, TX. Corey Park had been working for Ryan West & Reece West on their new business venture of horse breaking & training.
Corey went over to check on Mrs. Betty Thompson (60+, deaf), she had died.
Bella Thompson (Mrs. Thompson’s niece) had come to take care of everything.
Trouble is she was a city girl.
Betty had lots of animals she ahd rescued. Her house property were well maintined.
Chase Graham (Veterinarian) had been seeing to her animals.
Chase had to explain to Bella about what happened to Dutch (albino pitbull mix).
Bella was introduced to some of the other pets: Beggar (cat), Snubs (cat), Rascal (big dog), & Rusty (big dog) & later the chickens the dogs were rounding up.
The next day after breakfast with Corey; Bella went out in the barn & came across 2 small ponies; Kasper & Yogi, & 2 full-size quarter horses: Ollie (older) & Lizzie (younger), goats & geese.
Corey was doing his best to break Hellion (stallion).
Roy (Gas co.) came to check on Bella’s hot water heater. It needed replaced. As did 2 burners on the stove.
Corey took Bella to Mama’s Café to eat supper.
The 2 were starting to get romantically involved.
Besides his work Corey was helping Bella fix the house up.
Grant Holton (Corey’s lawyer) had come to let Corey know how his Martin’s (father) trial came out.
He would be sent to Tyler, a mental health evaluation would be done & his medication adjusted accordingly.
12-26-4-22?
Sheriff Stephen Miller was getting fed up with the break-ins at Bella’s house.
& now her car had been wrecked & was in the junkyard.
Will Bella figure out her deceased Aunt Betty’s financial mystery?
Will Corey & Bella get married?
Warning: This book contains extremely graphic adult content, or uncensored sexually explicit material which is only suitable for mature readers. It may be offensive to some readers.
I did not receive any type of compensation for reading & reviewing this book. While I receive free books from publishers & authors, I am under no obligation to write a positive review, only an honest one. All thoughts & opinions are entirely my own.
A very awesome book cover, great font & writing style. Wow, a very well written sexy erotic Western romance book. It was very easy for me to read/follow from start/finish & never a dull moment. There were no grammar/typo errors, nor any repetitive or out of line sequence sentences. Lots of exciting scenarios, with several twists/turns & a great set of unique characters to keep track of. I don’t normally read romances, but this book was delightful. This could also make another great erotic Western romance movie, or better yet a mini TV series. A very easy rating of 5 stars.
Thank you for the free Goodreads; Making Connections; Author; PDF book
Tony Parsons MSW (Washburn)
Corey went over to check on Mrs. Betty Thompson (60+, deaf), she had died.
Bella Thompson (Mrs. Thompson’s niece) had come to take care of everything.
Trouble is she was a city girl.
Betty had lots of animals she ahd rescued. Her house property were well maintined.
Chase Graham (Veterinarian) had been seeing to her animals.
Chase had to explain to Bella about what happened to Dutch (albino pitbull mix).
Bella was introduced to some of the other pets: Beggar (cat), Snubs (cat), Rascal (big dog), & Rusty (big dog) & later the chickens the dogs were rounding up.
The next day after breakfast with Corey; Bella went out in the barn & came across 2 small ponies; Kasper & Yogi, & 2 full-size quarter horses: Ollie (older) & Lizzie (younger), goats & geese.
Corey was doing his best to break Hellion (stallion).
Roy (Gas co.) came to check on Bella’s hot water heater. It needed replaced. As did 2 burners on the stove.
Corey took Bella to Mama’s Café to eat supper.
The 2 were starting to get romantically involved.
Besides his work Corey was helping Bella fix the house up.
Grant Holton (Corey’s lawyer) had come to let Corey know how his Martin’s (father) trial came out.
He would be sent to Tyler, a mental health evaluation would be done & his medication adjusted accordingly.
12-26-4-22?
Sheriff Stephen Miller was getting fed up with the break-ins at Bella’s house.
& now her car had been wrecked & was in the junkyard.
Will Bella figure out her deceased Aunt Betty’s financial mystery?
Will Corey & Bella get married?
Warning: This book contains extremely graphic adult content, or uncensored sexually explicit material which is only suitable for mature readers. It may be offensive to some readers.
I did not receive any type of compensation for reading & reviewing this book. While I receive free books from publishers & authors, I am under no obligation to write a positive review, only an honest one. All thoughts & opinions are entirely my own.
A very awesome book cover, great font & writing style. Wow, a very well written sexy erotic Western romance book. It was very easy for me to read/follow from start/finish & never a dull moment. There were no grammar/typo errors, nor any repetitive or out of line sequence sentences. Lots of exciting scenarios, with several twists/turns & a great set of unique characters to keep track of. I don’t normally read romances, but this book was delightful. This could also make another great erotic Western romance movie, or better yet a mini TV series. A very easy rating of 5 stars.
Thank you for the free Goodreads; Making Connections; Author; PDF book
Tony Parsons MSW (Washburn)
January 26, 2017
After being underwhelmed by the last couple of books in this series, book #8 Corey's Catch took me by surprise. This one was really, really good. The story and the main couple are a lot like the three fabulous books that started out this series.
Corey and Bella were sweet and likable from start to finish. I loved that although there was a whole lot of action and drama in this book, there was very little personal strife between Corey and Bella. Sometimes you just want to read a book where no adults throw baffling tantrums and the main characters actually communicate and this book delivered that. I also appreciated that, although Bella grew up with privilege and money, she never once judged or looked down her nose at the very blue collar Corey. Corey wasn't a bossy, arrogant, my-way-or-no-way hero - he was literally just a good guy who loves his hometown, loves animals, and loves his girlfriend. Corey is actually my favorite West-series “hero”, which is saying something because I really, really liked all three of the 'original series' heroes.
The drama in this book was intriguing but not over-done. I'll admit to guessing wrong with regards to the guilty party. I love it when a plot twist surprises me!
If you like blue collar good guys, and strong, independent women who follow their own paths instead of doing what is expected of them, I would highly recommend this book. You're going to love Corey and Bella.
Corey and Bella were sweet and likable from start to finish. I loved that although there was a whole lot of action and drama in this book, there was very little personal strife between Corey and Bella. Sometimes you just want to read a book where no adults throw baffling tantrums and the main characters actually communicate and this book delivered that. I also appreciated that, although Bella grew up with privilege and money, she never once judged or looked down her nose at the very blue collar Corey. Corey wasn't a bossy, arrogant, my-way-or-no-way hero - he was literally just a good guy who loves his hometown, loves animals, and loves his girlfriend. Corey is actually my favorite West-series “hero”, which is saying something because I really, really liked all three of the 'original series' heroes.
The drama in this book was intriguing but not over-done. I'll admit to guessing wrong with regards to the guilty party. I love it when a plot twist surprises me!
If you like blue collar good guys, and strong, independent women who follow their own paths instead of doing what is expected of them, I would highly recommend this book. You're going to love Corey and Bella.
August 25, 2022
Another great read
Another great read from Jill. Aww what a beautiful story Corey was nothing like I thought he’d be and I’m glad because Bella needed someone to love her honestly and fully it’s a shame of what she’s gone through but like always she get her happily ever after thank god. Can’t wait to read more from this series
Another great read from Jill. Aww what a beautiful story Corey was nothing like I thought he’d be and I’m glad because Bella needed someone to love her honestly and fully it’s a shame of what she’s gone through but like always she get her happily ever after thank god. Can’t wait to read more from this series
July 15, 2016
I LOVE this book.
I couldn't have asked for a better story to end the series?
Wait is it over? Because I would LOVE if it wasn't
This series is one of my FAV.
What a freaking incredible ride. thank you!
I couldn't have asked for a better story to end the series?
Wait is it over? Because I would LOVE if it wasn't
This series is one of my FAV.
What a freaking incredible ride. thank you!
July 20, 2016
I loved this book!!!
February 23, 2018
Great book. Very enjoyable read.
March 8, 2017
welll.... liked it but..... something is missing
March 25, 2017
Talk about intense
April 25, 2017
Ok definitely another favourite. I like the characters of Bella and Corey and that their relationship was just sweet, beautiful and lovely. I liked the mystery and danger involved in the story with this one and didn't pick the villain immediately. I couldn't put this one down!
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