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Quiet, reserved and kind Fiona never puts herself in the middle of things at the Broken J Ranch, at least not until the larger than life Hank Ballard arrives. Suddenly she’s in the thick of it as the weary builder steps in to her life in a big way. Strangely drawn to his son, Fiona soon finds herself deeply attracted to the man himself.
Hank Ballard, worn down after trying to eke out a living in the big city while single handedly raising his small son, is shocked to discover that no one seemed to be expecting him at the one place he had been assured would be a safe haven for himself and his boy. Arriving early in the middle of a snow flurry he discovers that only one person seems to be willing or able to welcome him to the big ranch and Fiona’s kindness to both him and his son works its way in to his tired, world weary heart.
But will miscommunication, false expectations and a lack of understanding of the workings of the heart keep them apart?
Hank Ballard, worn down after trying to eke out a living in the big city while single handedly raising his small son, is shocked to discover that no one seemed to be expecting him at the one place he had been assured would be a safe haven for himself and his boy. Arriving early in the middle of a snow flurry he discovers that only one person seems to be willing or able to welcome him to the big ranch and Fiona’s kindness to both him and his son works its way in to his tired, world weary heart.
But will miscommunication, false expectations and a lack of understanding of the workings of the heart keep them apart?
269 pages, Kindle Edition
Published November 30, 2015
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Danni Roan
120 books124 followersDanni Roan, born in rural western Pennsylvania, has always loved the country life. Her first work published under her real name, Paula Liddle-Beem, is a collection of folk essays about childhood in the lush, green mountains of PA. Being a teacher of English and English as a Second Language for the past twelve years has only inspired Danni’s love of writing Western Historical Fiction. After receiving her Masters of Education in Teaching English as a Foreign Language she determined to indulge her passion for fiction writing. Teaching both in the USA and abroad has exposed Danni to a wide range of people from all walks of life and she tries to capture that unique character in her work.
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September 27, 2019
What a wonderful and fun series written by Danni Roan. I was not familiar with her writing before last week, but I can't get enough of it now. What an ability for making a setting come to life. Danni will take you on a unforgettable journey. I fell in love with the James family. This book and series shows us you do not have to be blood kin to be a part of a family. A great and fun read.
October 7, 2019
Reviewing the audiobook version.
The story was sweet and thoughtful. It did warm my heart. My only comment was the narration which was good however could still improve.
The story was sweet and thoughtful. It did warm my heart. My only comment was the narration which was good however could still improve.
January 26, 2022
This series shows ranching at it's best back in the day. Men work hard and build something that can be left for generations to come.
Six daughters, makes a man wonder where they will find suitable, hard working husbands to keep the ranch running steady into the future.
Hank arrives sent by one of the women's uncles, and it is the rancher's hope that he will be smitten with the second eldest daughter. However fate has other plans for Hank and his young son Eric. Fiona the third daughter sparks their interest and things soar with a little help from her older sister. You will definitely enjoy this book as much as I did.
Six daughters, makes a man wonder where they will find suitable, hard working husbands to keep the ranch running steady into the future.
Hank arrives sent by one of the women's uncles, and it is the rancher's hope that he will be smitten with the second eldest daughter. However fate has other plans for Hank and his young son Eric. Fiona the third daughter sparks their interest and things soar with a little help from her older sister. You will definitely enjoy this book as much as I did.
July 1, 2020
A sweet clean Western Romance in which daughter Fiona is immediately smitten with the new, giant of a man, ranch hand and his elfin son Eric when they arrive at the Broken J. Eric decides since he's too young to marry Fiona his dad needs too, cause he want Fiona for his ma. The course of Tue love never does run smooth, but this story gets some extra twists through misunderstanding over which sister Hank is trying to win and will leave you smiling at Eric's antics. Shows how God's put in the right place at the right time.
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October 6, 2020Open your heart
Well, knowing this is the second book in the series, and what the package means, you would think we are looking for the gift for daughter number 2, Meg. Which is what everyone thought, when Hank Ballard showed up with his young son Erik. He is a huge man, and Fiona is the first person he sees on the Broken J Ranch, and a fine sight she is. Boy she is thinking the same about him. Unwrapping this package is going to take a lot of work. Loving the story, behind the story.
Well, knowing this is the second book in the series, and what the package means, you would think we are looking for the gift for daughter number 2, Meg. Which is what everyone thought, when Hank Ballard showed up with his young son Erik. He is a huge man, and Fiona is the first person he sees on the Broken J Ranch, and a fine sight she is. Boy she is thinking the same about him. Unwrapping this package is going to take a lot of work. Loving the story, behind the story.
May 26, 2019
Hank and Fiona
Hank an his young son, Eric arrive in their big red wagon pulled by his matched pair of Clydesdale horses. They were arriving ahead of schedule so not expected yet, they were welcomed. Fiona was the third daughter of the ranches owner. It was winter now and the snow had begun to fall. This is abused up love story with some unexpected results, but a happy ending. You will enjoy the story.
Hank an his young son, Eric arrive in their big red wagon pulled by his matched pair of Clydesdale horses. They were arriving ahead of schedule so not expected yet, they were welcomed. Fiona was the third daughter of the ranches owner. It was winter now and the snow had begun to fall. This is abused up love story with some unexpected results, but a happy ending. You will enjoy the story.
April 7, 2020
Fiona hearing wagon wheels coming, and knew they weren’t expecting any delivers. Seeing two huge horses as well as the man driving them, picking a small tow headed boy before going to the house. They bonded immediately the little boy and her, wishing his dad would marry so he would have a ma. A beautiful heart warming story once again by the author, along with knowing more about the family and what is taking place on the ranch.
November 20, 2020
Really Good
The wonderful idea of the rancher having 6 daughters and having his brothers finding young mean to come to the ranch to work is so much fun to read. Some twists and turns and surprises in this story. Such a sweet romance.. When you are finished you have a smile on your face and a good feeling all round
The wonderful idea of the rancher having 6 daughters and having his brothers finding young mean to come to the ranch to work is so much fun to read. Some twists and turns and surprises in this story. Such a sweet romance.. When you are finished you have a smile on your face and a good feeling all round
July 6, 2019
Who's marrying who
When his eyes first meet hers he just knows she is the one to be his sons new ma.
She was in awe of the giant horses, wagon and man. It was the little boy that stole her heart.
Great characters with strong storyline with a ending you'll love
When his eyes first meet hers he just knows she is the one to be his sons new ma.
She was in awe of the giant horses, wagon and man. It was the little boy that stole her heart.
Great characters with strong storyline with a ending you'll love
July 17, 2019
Interesting concept of a makeshift family that keeps expanding. Story would have been ranked higher if so many punctuation, grammar and spelling errors weren't present. Readers deserve stories that have been at least proofread.
August 17, 2020
Wonderful
Another wonderful story about The Cattleman's daughters. Two down and four more to go. This was as good as the first. A Christian story with all kind of love-family,friends and man with wife.
Another wonderful story about The Cattleman's daughters. Two down and four more to go. This was as good as the first. A Christian story with all kind of love-family,friends and man with wife.
February 4, 2022
Fun Series
Enjoyed the continuation of this unusual family! Like this Authors way of writing. The characters are so real and their interactions are fun and endearing. These are quick reads but hold your interest. Looking forward to the next one.
Enjoyed the continuation of this unusual family! Like this Authors way of writing. The characters are so real and their interactions are fun and endearing. These are quick reads but hold your interest. Looking forward to the next one.
November 3, 2018
Another keeper!
I so enjoy Ms. Roans stories. They warm the heart. Looking forward to reading the next one in this series.
I so enjoy Ms. Roans stories. They warm the heart. Looking forward to reading the next one in this series.
January 13, 2019
The Cattleman's Daughters
Fiona book two by Danni Roan is a sweet romance. The characters are fun, I've enjoyed this series. Looking forward to the next.
Fiona book two by Danni Roan is a sweet romance. The characters are fun, I've enjoyed this series. Looking forward to the next.
May 9, 2019
Lovely!!!!💖
I liked the first book in this series and this second one was just as good! Great characters and storyline. I have the next book waiting! Very enjoyable.
I liked the first book in this series and this second one was just as good! Great characters and storyline. I have the next book waiting! Very enjoyable.
July 13, 2019
Good read
This is the second book that I have read in the Cattleman’s Daughters series and I’m really enjoying it. Enjoy💜
This is the second book that I have read in the Cattleman’s Daughters series and I’m really enjoying it. Enjoy💜
December 20, 2019
The Cattleman’s Daughters
The packages are getting more interesting LOL “The packaging is perhaps a bit bulkier…” – hilarious. I love the idea of these series!!!
The packages are getting more interesting LOL “The packaging is perhaps a bit bulkier…” – hilarious. I love the idea of these series!!!
January 9, 2020
Beautiful story!
This story definitely tugs at the heart as the sweet romance is laid out in a manner which will keep the reader's interest.
This story definitely tugs at the heart as the sweet romance is laid out in a manner which will keep the reader's interest.
April 23, 2021
Fiona
Loved this book too. I really love Danny Roan books. She captures my attention quickly in her books. The characters are sweet and Fiona and Hank were truly lovely!
Loved this book too. I really love Danny Roan books. She captures my attention quickly in her books. The characters are sweet and Fiona and Hank were truly lovely!
December 3, 2021
Great book
June 10, 2022
Book is good
I also loved this book very happy with this author. Loved how it was a switch up. Great how poor Meg is pushed here and there. Quite cute
I also loved this book very happy with this author. Loved how it was a switch up. Great how poor Meg is pushed here and there. Quite cute
March 15, 2017
A mix up
Plans do not always come together the way you think they will. While Meg pushed on to Hank's, Hank's is falling in love with Fiona. What a crazy web is weaved. Josh with the help of his brothers and the hands are trying to find someone for each of his daughters. Danni Roan writes in such detail you feel like you are there. Each story ends with the letter for the next surprise "package". Love it.
Plans do not always come together the way you think they will. While Meg pushed on to Hank's, Hank's is falling in love with Fiona. What a crazy web is weaved. Josh with the help of his brothers and the hands are trying to find someone for each of his daughters. Danni Roan writes in such detail you feel like you are there. Each story ends with the letter for the next surprise "package". Love it.
January 25, 2016
Sweet Story
This was a good story. The characters,though numerous, were interesting. The poor proofreading created a lot of distraction. If that was remedied,I would have liked it more.
This was a good story. The characters,though numerous, were interesting. The poor proofreading created a lot of distraction. If that was remedied,I would have liked it more.
June 25, 2020
Fiona: Book Two: The Cattleman's Daughters.
Another wonderful book in this series with likeable characters. Fiona and Hank along with Hank's son, Eric, had a wonderful storyline. Really enjoyed this book. Downloading the next one. JudyE.
Another wonderful book in this series with likeable characters. Fiona and Hank along with Hank's son, Eric, had a wonderful storyline. Really enjoyed this book. Downloading the next one. JudyE.
April 11, 2017
A beautiful story about one daughter of the owner of the Broken J Ranch who falls in love with the new handy man and his son, although everybody thinks that this man should become the husband of her older sister, but love doesn't always follow the rules or expectations.
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February 19, 2018This was my favorite of the six book series. Fiona is a such a giving person that she almost gives up can be hers.
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November 20, 2018They got a mix up of Brides
He was looking for a new start for himself and his son. She thought he wanted her sister and it was breaking her heart cause she was falling in love with him. The story is good how it gets the correct girl to be his bride.
He was looking for a new start for himself and his son. She thought he wanted her sister and it was breaking her heart cause she was falling in love with him. The story is good how it gets the correct girl to be his bride.
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