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The West Texans #1
West Texas Match
Mae Parker’s word is law on the Parker Ranch.
At eighty-one, Mae is the matriarch of the Parker family and is accustomed to bending everyone to her will. Everyone, that is, except her great-nephew, Rafe, who runs the huge family-owned operation and is equally as iron-willed. Rafe is not at all happy when he learns that his great-aunt has picked out a wife for him...and invited her, after a recent accident, to recuperate at the ranch. All his life he’s watched Mae manipulate people. He’ll be damned if he’ll fall in love on her order!
The Parker Ranch, run by Parker sons and daughters since before The War Between the States. Tough, rugged, fiercely loyal...to each other and to the people they let into their hearts.
The West Texans, a 7-book series.
At eighty-one, Mae is the matriarch of the Parker family and is accustomed to bending everyone to her will. Everyone, that is, except her great-nephew, Rafe, who runs the huge family-owned operation and is equally as iron-willed. Rafe is not at all happy when he learns that his great-aunt has picked out a wife for him...and invited her, after a recent accident, to recuperate at the ranch. All his life he’s watched Mae manipulate people. He’ll be damned if he’ll fall in love on her order!
The Parker Ranch, run by Parker sons and daughters since before The War Between the States. Tough, rugged, fiercely loyal...to each other and to the people they let into their hearts.
The West Texans, a 7-book series.
216 pages, Kindle Edition
First published February 1, 1996
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Ginger Chambers
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Ginger Chambers was born in Texas, USA. She had no plans to become a writer while she was growing up. But she always loved words and stories, so it was only natural that the inevitable happened, when she published her first romance novel in 1981. After writing over thirty books, Ginger still loves the profession she was ultimately drawn to. She considers it one of the great joys of her life to be able to create characters that come to life on the page and place them in situations that entertain her, as well as her readers. She authored the popular seven-book series The West Texans.
Her two children now grown, Ginger makes her home with her husband near the beautiful Pacific in Northern California. Ginger loves to hear from readers. You can reach her through her web site or email her and at gingerchambers@sbcglobal.net
https://www.facebook.com/GingerChambe...
Ginger Chambers was born in Texas, USA. She had no plans to become a writer while she was growing up. But she always loved words and stories, so it was only natural that the inevitable happened, when she published her first romance novel in 1981. After writing over thirty books, Ginger still loves the profession she was ultimately drawn to. She considers it one of the great joys of her life to be able to create characters that come to life on the page and place them in situations that entertain her, as well as her readers. She authored the popular seven-book series The West Texans.
Her two children now grown, Ginger makes her home with her husband near the beautiful Pacific in Northern California. Ginger loves to hear from readers. You can reach her through her web site or email her and at gingerchambers@sbcglobal.net
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January 3, 2019
Reviewed at Lovin'A Cowboy Romance
“West Texas Match” is the first story in “The West Texans” series by Ginger Chambers. The story had a familiar feel to it for me, but at the time I put that down to the genre and devouring so many Modern Western Romances lately. Yet, when I went to Goodreads to get the publication date I finally understood why it felt familiar. It had been years, but I had read this one before. That’s not to say it’s not a completely enjoyable story, it is, I simply wish I’d realized sooner for I found nothing on the cover to indicate that it was previously published. That happens to be one of my personal huge pet peeves. But what’s read has been read and the memory lingers somewhere in this reader’s mind.
This story will grab your attention from the first page as we are immediately thrust into life-altering danger. It was so easy to imagine Shannon in that plane, and my liking and admiration for this character never faltered from that point on. Rafe took a bit longer for me to like as he is the annoyingly handsome cowboy ideal for strong, stubborn, determined and a bit sarcastic. Rafe and his Aunt Mae are twin souls in many ways, she’s just a smidge more stubborn and controlling… for now at least.
Rafe and Shannon’s romance centers around the Parker Ranch where she has been invited (bulldozed) into staying while she recuperates from her injuries… and Mae’s larger plan plays right into that need. We’ll meet the other members (or some) of the Parker family, and do a bit of world-building, as well. In many ways, this is a slow burn, slowly developing romance – and at times we amble through the story that often tells more in the narrative than lets the characters speak in dialogue.
I enjoyed “West Texas Match“. It’s a tender, touching story that left me satisfied with the ending. I don’t know if I’ll continue with the series though because I have read it in the past. That is a decision for another day.
I read this title through my Kindle Unlimited subscription.
“West Texas Match” is the first story in “The West Texans” series by Ginger Chambers. The story had a familiar feel to it for me, but at the time I put that down to the genre and devouring so many Modern Western Romances lately. Yet, when I went to Goodreads to get the publication date I finally understood why it felt familiar. It had been years, but I had read this one before. That’s not to say it’s not a completely enjoyable story, it is, I simply wish I’d realized sooner for I found nothing on the cover to indicate that it was previously published. That happens to be one of my personal huge pet peeves. But what’s read has been read and the memory lingers somewhere in this reader’s mind.
This story will grab your attention from the first page as we are immediately thrust into life-altering danger. It was so easy to imagine Shannon in that plane, and my liking and admiration for this character never faltered from that point on. Rafe took a bit longer for me to like as he is the annoyingly handsome cowboy ideal for strong, stubborn, determined and a bit sarcastic. Rafe and his Aunt Mae are twin souls in many ways, she’s just a smidge more stubborn and controlling… for now at least.
Rafe and Shannon’s romance centers around the Parker Ranch where she has been invited (bulldozed) into staying while she recuperates from her injuries… and Mae’s larger plan plays right into that need. We’ll meet the other members (or some) of the Parker family, and do a bit of world-building, as well. In many ways, this is a slow burn, slowly developing romance – and at times we amble through the story that often tells more in the narrative than lets the characters speak in dialogue.
I enjoyed “West Texas Match“. It’s a tender, touching story that left me satisfied with the ending. I don’t know if I’ll continue with the series though because I have read it in the past. That is a decision for another day.
I read this title through my Kindle Unlimited subscription.
May 18, 2019
A story of tradgey and overcoming great odds to rebuild a life, when a match makers makes dreams come true!
Rafe has the stress of running a huge ranch with all the family invested in it. He starting e one with his ranch & loves it. Finding a woman that he on a compound surrounding with family & trusted workers. Shannon was a door survivor and is recovery at the ranch. She is being played by the Matriarch as match for Rafe. This story has love, betrayal, showing & communication emotions, many dysfunction & events to keep you on your toes. Humor, history and evaluate what true love & those that like vs you are willing to do. A good recommendation for a "puppy love" , someone struggling with rehabilitation or starting over. Violence 2 sex 1 many great characters to call for, no cliffhangers. Cowboy romance but great tough topics that are refreshing to be exposed to.
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Rafe has the stress of running a huge ranch with all the family invested in it. He starting e one with his ranch & loves it. Finding a woman that he on a compound surrounding with family & trusted workers. Shannon was a door survivor and is recovery at the ranch. She is being played by the Matriarch as match for Rafe. This story has love, betrayal, showing & communication emotions, many dysfunction & events to keep you on your toes. Humor, history and evaluate what true love & those that like vs you are willing to do. A good recommendation for a "puppy love" , someone struggling with rehabilitation or starting over. Violence 2 sex 1 many great characters to call for, no cliffhangers. Cowboy romance but great tough topics that are refreshing to be exposed to.
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September 29, 2019
A romantic, slow burn love story. Started off quite unexpected, and I wondered if I were actually reading a cowboy novel.... but, be patient. After a sad start, it picks up with the introduction of good ole Aunt Mae.... a feisty head of family and thats all seeing, much to the annoyance of her family.... A really good tale with all the elements to make it a super read. Lots of flirting, with no need for graphic sexual detail, you feel the vibe anyway and it captures the whole essence of the budding romance.
I so enjoyed reading this novel. Well worth the time. This is the first novel I have read by this author, and it won't be the last.
I so enjoyed reading this novel. Well worth the time. This is the first novel I have read by this author, and it won't be the last.
May 23, 2019
City girl meets rancher
Shannon was seriously injured in an airplane accident that killed her father and fiance. After extensive surgeries, physical therapy, and hospital stay, she is invited to the Parker Ranch to complete recovery and get strong enough for future surgeries. The book covers her interaction with Great Aunt Mae, Rafe, and other Parkers living on the ranch. A lot of the story was boring. It takes a lot of work and time to run a ranch, but there seemed to be a lot of time for sexual activities. I did not enjoy book.
Shannon was seriously injured in an airplane accident that killed her father and fiance. After extensive surgeries, physical therapy, and hospital stay, she is invited to the Parker Ranch to complete recovery and get strong enough for future surgeries. The book covers her interaction with Great Aunt Mae, Rafe, and other Parkers living on the ranch. A lot of the story was boring. It takes a lot of work and time to run a ranch, but there seemed to be a lot of time for sexual activities. I did not enjoy book.
October 14, 2017
Parker ranch is very large spread, and Mae is the Matriarch. What she says usually is what happens.
Rafe runs and works the ranch. Shannon, was ithe only survivor of a plane crash, where her father
And fiancé and others were killed in the same crash. Mae goes and asked Shannon to come to Parker ranch to
Convalescence and get her strength back. But Mae has ulterior motives. Great story, great characters. I could not put this down. I liked this story and want to read more in this series.
Rafe runs and works the ranch. Shannon, was ithe only survivor of a plane crash, where her father
And fiancé and others were killed in the same crash. Mae goes and asked Shannon to come to Parker ranch to
Convalescence and get her strength back. But Mae has ulterior motives. Great story, great characters. I could not put this down. I liked this story and want to read more in this series.
September 6, 2017
West Texas Match, Rafe and Shannon
True to the west, down home love story. I enjoyed reading it set much. Loved Aunt Mae, a real old time matriarch of the huge families that covered a lot of the west in the early days. I recommend reading this book to all that enjoy love, laughter and happy ever after..
True to the west, down home love story. I enjoyed reading it set much. Loved Aunt Mae, a real old time matriarch of the huge families that covered a lot of the west in the early days. I recommend reading this book to all that enjoy love, laughter and happy ever after..
July 21, 2018
Aunt Mae's best intentions
I just adored this book. If you've ever been fortunate (?) enough to have an "Aunt Mae" in your life, this'll take you right back to your into your memories.... Even if you didn't grow up in a ranch. The storyline is lovely and the warm flowing feelings it provokes devine.
I just adored this book. If you've ever been fortunate (?) enough to have an "Aunt Mae" in your life, this'll take you right back to your into your memories.... Even if you didn't grow up in a ranch. The storyline is lovely and the warm flowing feelings it provokes devine.
December 30, 2018
Good book
A really good, life affirming romance. The hero is one we all dream about. I'm sure he has flaws but I didn't see any! LOL.
The story was a little formulaic but with enough twists to make it interesting.
I like the author's style. She manages to make the book sensual without a lot of description.
I plan to read the rest of the series.
A really good, life affirming romance. The hero is one we all dream about. I'm sure he has flaws but I didn't see any! LOL.
The story was a little formulaic but with enough twists to make it interesting.
I like the author's style. She manages to make the book sensual without a lot of description.
I plan to read the rest of the series.
October 29, 2017
My first book by Ginger Chambers and what a book! I can't wait to finish reading this series. Really really enjoyed. made my heart ache, made my heart soar plus the laughter was the clincher. Highly recommended. This was a free book offered through a site; the review was given freely.
February 7, 2018
Renewal
Shannon survived the plane crash by that took everyone but her. Now after being in rehab she is finding herself being taken care by the Parker family. Race knows is aunt is up to something, but maybe this it will be good.
Shannon survived the plane crash by that took everyone but her. Now after being in rehab she is finding herself being taken care by the Parker family. Race knows is aunt is up to something, but maybe this it will be good.
November 14, 2018
A hesitant match
Wow, Aunt Mary is a force to be reckoned with and no one should get in her way. Yet Rafe and Shannon find love because of her. Great read, looking forward to next book.
Wow, Aunt Mary is a force to be reckoned with and no one should get in her way. Yet Rafe and Shannon find love because of her. Great read, looking forward to next book.
March 8, 2017
Great
It was a great story. She made you see the plane crash very clear. The ending was good.
Hope to read more of her work.
It was a great story. She made you see the plane crash very clear. The ending was good.
Hope to read more of her work.
May 29, 2017
Loved Mae....she may not be law, but on that ranch she is. I just loved everyone in this book. I loved how the whole family was involved no matter what happen. I can't wait to read the next one.
July 26, 2017
Good reading!!
I enjoyed this book very much. So many are too graphic, but this was just right! Thank you for sharing.
I enjoyed this book very much. So many are too graphic, but this was just right! Thank you for sharing.
August 5, 2017
Get story. Love the Aunt Mae who was always working to control the family.
September 17, 2017
Enjoyed it so much that I bought the rest of the series.
February 8, 2018
West Texas Match
Loved it! You somewhat know what will happen, but the storyline has some other ideas. This book is short, but entertaining.
Loved it! You somewhat know what will happen, but the storyline has some other ideas. This book is short, but entertaining.
May 25, 2018
Very good read . Well written
August 19, 2018
Rafe's & Shannon' Story
April 10, 2021
Sweet, predictable, simple.
July 7, 2022
DNF could not connect with the storyline or any of the characters
August 10, 2024
Good but too many details
This was a really good story but too many unnecessary boring details. When I read a romance that’s what I want to read, not half a book of details.
This was a really good story but too many unnecessary boring details. When I read a romance that’s what I want to read, not half a book of details.
March 19, 2017
Good story
This was a goof story,you get drawn in by the accident,her going to the ranch,the trouble of a teenager and finally two people realizing true feelings and becoming the couple they needed to be. Really wanted more of the story,I felt it ended to soon.
This was a goof story,you get drawn in by the accident,her going to the ranch,the trouble of a teenager and finally two people realizing true feelings and becoming the couple they needed to be. Really wanted more of the story,I felt it ended to soon.
March 21, 2017
Avery good book
This is one of the books that is hard to put down I had to read until it was finished. It is so refreshing to be able to read a good book that is clean with all the action and a good plot. I recommend to anyone that likes a good read.
This is one of the books that is hard to put down I had to read until it was finished. It is so refreshing to be able to read a good book that is clean with all the action and a good plot. I recommend to anyone that likes a good read.
March 17, 2017
Fantastic!
I read a lot of western romance among others and this is one of my favorites. I can't wait to read the rest of the series.
I read a lot of western romance among others and this is one of my favorites. I can't wait to read the rest of the series.
March 13, 2017
West Texas Match review
West Texas Match is the first book in the West Texans series written by author Ginger Chambers. Nice clean romance.
West Texas Match is the first book in the West Texans series written by author Ginger Chambers. Nice clean romance.
March 15, 2017
Love it
Loved this book. Nice romance without getting too explicit. I can't wait to read more about the Parkers of West Texas.
Loved this book. Nice romance without getting too explicit. I can't wait to read more about the Parkers of West Texas.
February 28, 2017
I was hooked on this book by the very first chapter, what Shannon had been through was so tragic and it was lovely to see her gradual recovery at the Parker Ranch as she started to connect with the people around her. Mae the matriarch of the family was a great character with her need to control all those around her, including finding a bride for her great nephew, against his will. Recommended read.
I received a complimentary copy of this book from the author. I was not compensated for my review, and I was not required to write a positive review. The opinion expressed here is my own.
I received a complimentary copy of this book from the author. I was not compensated for my review, and I was not required to write a positive review. The opinion expressed here is my own.
January 21, 2015
Love Love Love this book!!!
Always had a feeling the dog knew where the gold was though
Always had a feeling the dog knew where the gold was though
April 1, 2017
Not alone anymore
Tragic family ending and new beginning to another. Shannon invited to Parker Ranch, to recuperate after surviving a plane crash. The lost of love ones, matriarch of the Parker family. Offers her to come stay with the family, Shannon enjoying her stay. Aunt Mae has other ideas, for one a wife. For her handsome nephew Rafe, who oversees the ranch operations. Shannon and Rafe want nothing to do with Aunt Mae idea's. Finally at end Aunt Mae gets what she wants.
Tragic family ending and new beginning to another. Shannon invited to Parker Ranch, to recuperate after surviving a plane crash. The lost of love ones, matriarch of the Parker family. Offers her to come stay with the family, Shannon enjoying her stay. Aunt Mae has other ideas, for one a wife. For her handsome nephew Rafe, who oversees the ranch operations. Shannon and Rafe want nothing to do with Aunt Mae idea's. Finally at end Aunt Mae gets what she wants.
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