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Love on the Range
A plucky city girl. A tough cowboy. Romance in cowboy country. When a crisis cripples the ranch, stern cowboy Jett Maddox is suddenly promoted to foreman. Just in time for the fall cattle drive. No sweat. Except for the new spitfire cook who is way too soft for wild country. City-girl Marlee Donovan knows failure. She’s already on her second career, and her family is sure she’ll fail again. But plucky Marlee packs up her chef’s knives and heads west for a cook’s job on a ranch anyway. She’s ready to prove herself. As Marlee struggles with the hardships of life in the west, Jett finds himself falling for her. And Marlee is drawn to the unexpected soft side of the gruff cowboy. But when tragedy at the ranch escalates, a difficult decision must be made…and Marlee’s stubborn streak could cost her everything. Love on the Range is a prequel to the Looking Glass Lake series of contemporary Christian romance. If you like sweet and clean love stories with quirky characters that get you laughing, then you’ll love Rebecca Nightsong’s world of imperfect people who dare to put their faith and love in action. If you like books by Janet Tronstad, Brenda Minton, and Lucy McConnell, then you'll love this touching story and its quaint little town. Saddle up and start this sweet adventure love story today!
192 pages, Kindle Edition
Published July 8, 2016
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February 1, 2017
Christian Romance
Loved the book. Great without any bad language or erotic sex scenes. A must read. Looking forward to book 2.
Loved the book. Great without any bad language or erotic sex scenes. A must read. Looking forward to book 2.
August 29, 2016
The main characters, Marlee and Jett were very well developed. The Christian aspect to this romance was very uplifting and the storyline was unpredictable and had lots of humorous moments.
Marlee was faced with lots of challenges and proved to herself that she could step up when necessary and was capable of much more with God's help. Love on the Range captured my heart from the first couple of chapters and I couldn't wait to see what was coming next.
I look forward to reading more from Rebecca Nightsong. I would recommend this book to anyone who enjoys a clean, sweet romance.
Marlee was faced with lots of challenges and proved to herself that she could step up when necessary and was capable of much more with God's help. Love on the Range captured my heart from the first couple of chapters and I couldn't wait to see what was coming next.
I look forward to reading more from Rebecca Nightsong. I would recommend this book to anyone who enjoys a clean, sweet romance.
July 19, 2016
Fun debut! A contemporary novel that made me feel like I was on vacation at a dude ranch complete with trail rides, a chuck wagon, laughs, and clean romance. The descriptions of the heroine's recipe creations as a chef made my mouth water. I loved that the author had a link to a free recipe and a bonus scene. I feel certain readers of Love Inspired books will enjoy this new author.
August 29, 2016
I really enjoyed the story. The comparisons between the scenery and food was well done. I look forward to reading more by this author. The characters grew in the story and they lived out their faith in God.
I received a copy of the book in return for an honest review.
I received a copy of the book in return for an honest review.
September 7, 2016
This was a pretty good and rather quick read. It's not great, but I did enjoy it. And I think I might could end up liking this author so I'll have to see about getting some more of her books.
September 10, 2016
Love on the Range, written by Rebecca Nightsong, is the first book I've read by this author and hopefully not the last!
I found this book to be a delightful read. Nightsong created an environment that was exciting...who doesn't want to go to a ranch and do a cattle drive?! Marlee is a chef and she comes to the ranch in hopes of being their linecook and becoming successful in the chef/ranch world! Jett, he's just a good looking cowpoke who has the responsibilities of the Paycoach family ranch on his shoulders. They've had to deal with extreme situations and he's the only one available to be working the ranch full time. Jett was my favorite character...what a dreamy guy!
I loved how Nightsong was able to weave scripture throughout the book in ways that were encouraging to the situations of the characters, but applicable to the reader too.
I found this book to be a delightful read. Nightsong created an environment that was exciting...who doesn't want to go to a ranch and do a cattle drive?! Marlee is a chef and she comes to the ranch in hopes of being their linecook and becoming successful in the chef/ranch world! Jett, he's just a good looking cowpoke who has the responsibilities of the Paycoach family ranch on his shoulders. They've had to deal with extreme situations and he's the only one available to be working the ranch full time. Jett was my favorite character...what a dreamy guy!
I loved how Nightsong was able to weave scripture throughout the book in ways that were encouraging to the situations of the characters, but applicable to the reader too.
February 12, 2017
not as good as I thought it would be.
February 1, 2017
Sweet, clean Romance
For the most part I loved this book. The parts I didn't like referred to Marlee attending Culinary school. There wasn't a definite explanation as to why she decided she wanted to become a Chef. Yes, I understand she wasn't a good accountant, but there wasn't any reason to explain why she thought she would be a successful Chef. The end of the book was confusing...spoiler alert. How could Crazy Hoss be at the ranch with Jett & be at the train when she boarded..? If the Paycoach family lost about 40 head of cattle, that heard had to be small if that was about half. Then the possibility of them losing the ranch too?? Some parts just didn't make sense.
For the most part I loved this book. The parts I didn't like referred to Marlee attending Culinary school. There wasn't a definite explanation as to why she decided she wanted to become a Chef. Yes, I understand she wasn't a good accountant, but there wasn't any reason to explain why she thought she would be a successful Chef. The end of the book was confusing...spoiler alert. How could Crazy Hoss be at the ranch with Jett & be at the train when she boarded..? If the Paycoach family lost about 40 head of cattle, that heard had to be small if that was about half. Then the possibility of them losing the ranch too?? Some parts just didn't make sense.
June 23, 2018
A delightfully wonderful taste into romance!
I really loved this Christian romance story. I too have burnt food in a campfire and know it is hard to not do that. Well what it takes is patience, no rushing. My cooking has been with my daughter while she and her husband, and son, and my husband her Dad, were having a wonderful time at the BWCA of Minnesota. (Boundary Water Canoe Area) This the must peaceful place you can go, with no electronics and a good book to lean into for chair, watching the canoes go by. Waving at the other groups. Can you tell I want to go back.
I really loved this Christian romance story. I too have burnt food in a campfire and know it is hard to not do that. Well what it takes is patience, no rushing. My cooking has been with my daughter while she and her husband, and son, and my husband her Dad, were having a wonderful time at the BWCA of Minnesota. (Boundary Water Canoe Area) This the must peaceful place you can go, with no electronics and a good book to lean into for chair, watching the canoes go by. Waving at the other groups. Can you tell I want to go back.
November 22, 2016
This is my first story from Nightsong. I enjoyed the setting and characters. Jett and Marlee sizzle like bacon on a hot griddle, meaning they have chemistry from the get-go and it's cleanly done! Love on the Range is a sweet short story, just enough to whet my appetite for more from this author!
I was given a copy of this story in electronic form from the author. No review was required. No compensation received.
I was given a copy of this story in electronic form from the author. No review was required. No compensation received.
September 20, 2020
Loved this story
This was the first book I have read from this author. When I first started reading I wasn’t too sure. By the end the first chapter I was hooked. This story was funny, entertaining, well-written with great characters. It also takes the reader on quite an adventure. I can’t wait to read another one of her stories. I can’t recommend it enough.
This was the first book I have read from this author. When I first started reading I wasn’t too sure. By the end the first chapter I was hooked. This story was funny, entertaining, well-written with great characters. It also takes the reader on quite an adventure. I can’t wait to read another one of her stories. I can’t recommend it enough.
October 16, 2021
I loved this novel! Everything felt authentic and real.
I just wished that the majority of the novel wasn't based around a few days.
They were out gathering cattle for like 6 weeks. A good part of the novel was based around those few beginning days and then it skipped to the ending of the 6 weeks.
There should have been a wider stretch of time.
But it was a really good read.
I just wished that the majority of the novel wasn't based around a few days.
They were out gathering cattle for like 6 weeks. A good part of the novel was based around those few beginning days and then it skipped to the ending of the 6 weeks.
There should have been a wider stretch of time.
But it was a really good read.
January 7, 2018
Beautifully written and fast paced
This story was beautifully written and fast paced reading. I enjoyed the humor sprinkled through out the book. Using food descriptions of the landscape was interesting and delightful.
This story was beautifully written and fast paced reading. I enjoyed the humor sprinkled through out the book. Using food descriptions of the landscape was interesting and delightful.
May 5, 2019
Best Book Ever
This is the best book that I have read in years. Rebecca Night song just zoomed into first place as my favorite author.
I warn you all if you are a softie bring tissues...otherwise be ready for the range of emotions to be yours up and back.
This is the best book that I have read in years. Rebecca Night song just zoomed into first place as my favorite author.
I warn you all if you are a softie bring tissues...otherwise be ready for the range of emotions to be yours up and back.
February 29, 2020
Sweet romance about a chef and a cowboy. The chef is forced on a cattle drive and has no clue how to cook with a dutch oven. No sex, no profanity. Lighthearted and enjoyable with a good storyline. A nice read.
March 1, 2020
Love
This is a good story with many twists and turns that keeps you reading. The characters were likable and interesting. This is the first book I have read by this author and I will read more of her fun stories.
This is a good story with many twists and turns that keeps you reading. The characters were likable and interesting. This is the first book I have read by this author and I will read more of her fun stories.
March 24, 2020
Sweet, fast read
Just what I needed to get lost in. This read was exceptionally sweet, unexpectedly adventurous, and enjoyable from cover-to-cover. I will be looking forward to more!
Just what I needed to get lost in. This read was exceptionally sweet, unexpectedly adventurous, and enjoyable from cover-to-cover. I will be looking forward to more!
April 7, 2020
A quick honest book
I like this short story cause it made m me want to finish it in one dead
It's a good Christian read
Run
It was a truly heart moving story. Missing more to it parts
I like this short story cause it made m me want to finish it in one dead
It's a good Christian read
Run
It was a truly heart moving story. Missing more to it parts
November 2, 2022
I literally just read this in like 3 hours and all I have to say is WOW! This book was written so well. The pace was perfect, the humor was great, and the non-cliche romantic scenes were such an awesome touch! I absolutely loved it and have no complaints.
October 3, 2017
Good read
Good read. Waiting for more from author. Have also read next book in series. This website shouldn't require a set number of words to state an opinion. Bad move.
Good read. Waiting for more from author. Have also read next book in series. This website shouldn't require a set number of words to state an opinion. Bad move.
June 13, 2018
Redemption
Marlee's gumption and don't quit attitude her bravery really spoke to me I'm looking forward to reading more by Rebecca Nightsong
Marlee's gumption and don't quit attitude her bravery really spoke to me I'm looking forward to reading more by Rebecca Nightsong
October 11, 2018
An adventure
As you read the book, you wish you were there. I have found yet another great author. I thank you for sharing with us.
As you read the book, you wish you were there. I have found yet another great author. I thank you for sharing with us.
October 18, 2018
Fun
This is a fun and cute relatively short read. The story is a bit farfetched of course but it was entertaining and enjoyable.
This is a fun and cute relatively short read. The story is a bit farfetched of course but it was entertaining and enjoyable.
December 23, 2018
Great book
It was great to read and loved every bit of it would like more books like it to read about
It was great to read and loved every bit of it would like more books like it to read about
March 17, 2019
A good western romance.
May 14, 2019
Christian Love
I love this book. I like reading books like this and will read it in a day. It keeps you wanting to know what's gonna happen next so you can't put it down.
I love this book. I like reading books like this and will read it in a day. It keeps you wanting to know what's gonna happen next so you can't put it down.
June 10, 2019
Felt rushed
I thought the plot was cute but it felt like the author was racing to finish it. I would've liked to see more description and the romance fleshed out.
I thought the plot was cute but it felt like the author was racing to finish it. I would've liked to see more description and the romance fleshed out.
January 26, 2020
Loved it
This was full of fun, loving had working people who fell fr a chef. Read this book to enjoy the ups and downs of a girl's life and romance she finds
This was full of fun, loving had working people who fell fr a chef. Read this book to enjoy the ups and downs of a girl's life and romance she finds
February 5, 2020
Surprisingly good
Such a great quick read with lots of humor! Funny and intense at the same time! Love the scripture references too!!!
Such a great quick read with lots of humor! Funny and intense at the same time! Love the scripture references too!!!
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