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Matchmaking a Marriage #2
By the Numbers Bride: Calhoun
Calhoun Anderson kept his feelings in check and his emotions under control. The sudden and tragic death of his parents had hit him and his siblings in different ways. Ry, his younger brother, sought love with a variety of women while Gabe, his elder brother, found solace in women-even married ones-liquor and hard living. So he'd had to be the levelheaded one. He'd thought he was handling everything well until his grandfathers hired a CPA to help with the ranch books. From the first look, he knew his even-keeled world was about to turn upside down.
Kristen Thomas left home to escape an emotionally turbulent relationship with her mother and an ex-fiancé who had jilted her at the altar. Hoping to make a fresh start, she went to work for her uncle in his accounting office in the quaint town of Devil's Spur. How could she have known that one sexy cowboy had her number?
Read about younger brother Ryder in By the Book Bride
Kristen Thomas left home to escape an emotionally turbulent relationship with her mother and an ex-fiancé who had jilted her at the altar. Hoping to make a fresh start, she went to work for her uncle in his accounting office in the quaint town of Devil's Spur. How could she have known that one sexy cowboy had her number?
Read about younger brother Ryder in By the Book Bride
- GenresRomance
162 pages, Kindle Edition
Published November 21, 2016
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Joann Baker
93 books176 followersJoann and Patricia are a writing team of two best friends who love to write (and read) stories about alpha males and smart, sassy, sometimes curvy, women.
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Calhoun Anderson kept his feelings in check and his emotions under control. The sudden and tragic death of his parents had hit him and his siblings in different ways. Ry, his younger brother, sought love with a variety of women while Gabe, his elder brother, found solace in women-even married ones-liquor and hard living. So he'd had to be the levelheaded one. He'd thought he was handling everything well until his grandfathers hired a CPA to help with the ranch books. From the first look, he knew his even-keeled world was about to turn upside down.
Kristen Thomas left home to escape an emotionally turbulent relationship with her mother and an ex-fiancé who had jilted her at the altar. Hoping to make a fresh start, she went to work for her uncle in his accounting office in the quaint town of Devil's Spur. How could she have known that one sexy cowboy had her number?
February 5, 2017
I love a curvy heroine story and always search these out over any others. This one was short and sweet, but i really enjoyed it, and the hero wasn't your typical alpha male (but don't get me wrong, he was definitely alpha in the right moments ha ha!), he was serious and i liked that about him. This wasn't the first in the series so i will definitely be checking out the others in the series. I think the 3rd one will be out later in the year, and I'm desperate to read this one!
December 15, 2016
Decent Read
This was a good, solid read. There were a couple of things that didn't make a lot of sense, one being the return of the heroine's now-crazy ex-fiance. Also why her mother suddenly wants to hang around, even though she's never had a good relationship with the heroine, and continues to verbally abuse her. I just didn't buy either of those components of the story.
This was a good, solid read. There were a couple of things that didn't make a lot of sense, one being the return of the heroine's now-crazy ex-fiance. Also why her mother suddenly wants to hang around, even though she's never had a good relationship with the heroine, and continues to verbally abuse her. I just didn't buy either of those components of the story.
January 14, 2019
Enjoyable KU read.
The middle brother gets his turn.
Cal is not as much of a manwhore as his other two brothers.
He is quite likeable and I enjoyed his romance with Kirsten.
Kirsten has an insane ex fiancé who of course comes along to cause problems.
Kirsten’s mother was a rotten piece, why did she even have her staying with her?
Not sure how they are going to redeem Cabe, the oldest brother though.
Proofreading errors needed to be picked up.
The middle brother gets his turn.
Cal is not as much of a manwhore as his other two brothers.
He is quite likeable and I enjoyed his romance with Kirsten.
Kirsten has an insane ex fiancé who of course comes along to cause problems.
Kirsten’s mother was a rotten piece, why did she even have her staying with her?
Not sure how they are going to redeem Cabe, the oldest brother though.
Proofreading errors needed to be picked up.
December 4, 2016
Loved it !
This was a 5+ star book love as I love my cowboy and a curvy woman ! Cal and Kristen have a somewhat unorthodox start but love can't be denied where these two are concerned . Lots of family and family values throughout the book which is a short , thoroughly entertaining read ! I can hardly wait for book number three in the series
This was a 5+ star book love as I love my cowboy and a curvy woman ! Cal and Kristen have a somewhat unorthodox start but love can't be denied where these two are concerned . Lots of family and family values throughout the book which is a short , thoroughly entertaining read ! I can hardly wait for book number three in the series
February 20, 2017
Continuation of a great series.
I loved this book very much. Calhoun is a a smart man with a lot of responsibilities who doesn't know that a fake relationship will become something more.
I loved this book very much. Calhoun is a a smart man with a lot of responsibilities who doesn't know that a fake relationship will become something more.
June 5, 2018
How I love Cowboys
I loved this book, wish I could have been there in that time, I really would! These writer ladies are the best , I look forward to reading all their books, they are great ladies,thank you for a very enjoyable read. Maureen.
I loved this book, wish I could have been there in that time, I really would! These writer ladies are the best , I look forward to reading all their books, they are great ladies,thank you for a very enjoyable read. Maureen.
January 3, 2019
Very good read
Enjoyable and quick read and you gotta love the meddling grand dads and their friend. This couple were well matched and the mother was a real piece of work. Enjoyed this book. Looking forward to gage’s story and hopefully he’ll get a strong woman out of it.
Enjoyable and quick read and you gotta love the meddling grand dads and their friend. This couple were well matched and the mother was a real piece of work. Enjoyed this book. Looking forward to gage’s story and hopefully he’ll get a strong woman out of it.
January 6, 2019
Fake Boyfriend
What starts as a cover to keep her safe from a womanizing cowboy, completely turns into wanting his brother for real. Can Kristen keep her actual feelings out of it or is she destined to want Calhoun for all time?~
What starts as a cover to keep her safe from a womanizing cowboy, completely turns into wanting his brother for real. Can Kristen keep her actual feelings out of it or is she destined to want Calhoun for all time?~
January 12, 2019
My Opinion
I really liked this book. It's a wonderful addition to the series. I'm looking forward to the next one. I can't wait to see who the female will be. I'm getting on the new Dr.
I really liked this book. It's a wonderful addition to the series. I'm looking forward to the next one. I can't wait to see who the female will be. I'm getting on the new Dr.
January 22, 2019
Like this series
This book had adventure, love and a lot of angst as far as what is going on with brother Gabe. Cal and Kristen are through, but looking forward to hearing more about them in Babes book.
This book had adventure, love and a lot of angst as far as what is going on with brother Gabe. Cal and Kristen are through, but looking forward to hearing more about them in Babes book.
March 17, 2018
Great story
This is book #2 in the series and they keep getting better. cal and Kristin try to keep peace in their own family issues. Two heads are better than one.
This is book #2 in the series and they keep getting better. cal and Kristin try to keep peace in their own family issues. Two heads are better than one.
March 26, 2019
Love me some Cal
Ryder is adorable it Cal is dreamy the lead chick was kinda forgettable but Calhoun was a doll, these brothers are hilarious and I love their comraderie
Ryder is adorable it Cal is dreamy the lead chick was kinda forgettable but Calhoun was a doll, these brothers are hilarious and I love their comraderie
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February 16, 2023This is a DNF @ 16%
I loathe the phrase man-whore. It's off putting. First book in the series was ok, but I'm done.
I loathe the phrase man-whore. It's off putting. First book in the series was ok, but I'm done.
December 6, 2024
good
I enjoyed this book By The Numbers from the Matchmaking A Marriage series. I can’t wait to read the next book.
I enjoyed this book By The Numbers from the Matchmaking A Marriage series. I can’t wait to read the next book.
January 11, 2017
Loved Calhourn and Kristen's story.
November 30, 2016
So sweet
This is a wonderfully sweet cowboy romance. You can't help but fall in love with these Anderson boys ! Looking forward to Gabe's story. I have a feeling it will be the best of you he three.
This is a wonderfully sweet cowboy romance. You can't help but fall in love with these Anderson boys ! Looking forward to Gabe's story. I have a feeling it will be the best of you he three.
January 29, 2017
Love Cal and Kristen
This was a great match up from the grandpa's again! They chose well. The character have heart, stinky personalities and live the ranching life well. Great stories. Ready for the next one!!!
This was a great match up from the grandpa's again! They chose well. The character have heart, stinky personalities and live the ranching life well. Great stories. Ready for the next one!!!
November 27, 2016
3.5 stars
December 11, 2016
Sweet book
This was a good book to read. I liked the characters and their insta-love. I cannot wait to read the next book in this series.
This was a good book to read. I liked the characters and their insta-love. I cannot wait to read the next book in this series.
February 24, 2017
Great book!! Looking forward to Gabes story!
April 11, 2017
Falling in...
Great to be able to read a book that has a good story line. Real sounding circumstances, and a bit of action and romance .
Great to be able to read a book that has a good story line. Real sounding circumstances, and a bit of action and romance .
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