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The Westmorelands #26
Canyon
From New York Times bestselling author Brenda Jackson comes a new trilogy starring three Westmorelands... Years ago, Canyon Westmoreland let misunderstandings come between him and Keisha Ashford. But when Keisha returns to town with a two-year-old son, it's time to settle things once and for all. A blazing attraction still burns between them, and this time around, nothing will stop Canyon from claiming what is his-his woman and his child!
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Brenda Jackson
898 books3,594 followersIn 1994, Brenda Jackson’s first novel, Tonight and Forever, was released. Since then she has had more than 100 novels and novellas published (the first African-American author to accomplish such a feat) and has over 3 million books in print.
A native of Jacksonville, Florida, Brenda is the first African-American author to have a book published by Harlequin Desire and the first African-American romance author to make the New York Times and USA TODAY bestseller lists within the series romance genre.
In 2012, Brenda received the Romance Writers of America’s Nora Roberts Lifetime Achievement Award—one of the highest literary awards a romance author can receive. In 2013, she was recognized by the mayor and the city of Jacksonville as being a Trailblazer in the literary field.
In 2010, she collaborated with Five Alive Films to turn her Truly Everlasting title into a feature film. Brenda’s 2011 novel A Silken Thread is scheduled to be filmed with Debbie Allen attached as director in 2015.
Email Brenda at authorbrendajackson@gmail.com or visit her on her website at brendajackson.net.
A native of Jacksonville, Florida, Brenda is the first African-American author to have a book published by Harlequin Desire and the first African-American romance author to make the New York Times and USA TODAY bestseller lists within the series romance genre.
In 2012, Brenda received the Romance Writers of America’s Nora Roberts Lifetime Achievement Award—one of the highest literary awards a romance author can receive. In 2013, she was recognized by the mayor and the city of Jacksonville as being a Trailblazer in the literary field.
In 2010, she collaborated with Five Alive Films to turn her Truly Everlasting title into a feature film. Brenda’s 2011 novel A Silken Thread is scheduled to be filmed with Debbie Allen attached as director in 2015.
Email Brenda at authorbrendajackson@gmail.com or visit her on her website at brendajackson.net.
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June 11, 2013
Canyon is another book in the Westmoreland series by Brenda Jackson, and although I liked it well enough. I did not feel the connection with the characters that I did in Zane. I was furious at our leading lady because it is another case of withholding a child from a father and I just get angry a this now. Especially when they turn around and say they think it was justified, grrrrrrr!
It was still written in Brenda Jacksons easy manner and I did enjoy the flow and the general story, I do like a second chance romance. But unfortunately for me the heroine did me in, sorry.
2.5 stars
It was still written in Brenda Jacksons easy manner and I did enjoy the flow and the general story, I do like a second chance romance. But unfortunately for me the heroine did me in, sorry.
2.5 stars
June 10, 2013
Westmorland Men Rock!
I received this as an Advance Reading Copy and Loved it. I dont see a date that I have to hold the review so here goes.
The Release date of this is August 6, 2013. DO WHATEVER YOU HAVE TO TO GET THIS ON THAT DATE!!! Grab a cup of tea and curl up and get lost in the Westmorland World. You wont regret it!
Enter Canyon a ruggedly handsome man who is head over heals in love with Keisha. When he gets ready to propose he messed up big time by trusting another woman. He is found in a compromising position. What did he do or what did he not do?
That is the premise of Keisha leaving instantly.
Enter Canyon following Keisha to talk it all out when she returns to town almost 3 years later. While he is following her someone else is too. He finds out that she is a mother and knows instantly that he is a father. The loss of time with his child is devastating and when her house is broken into there is no other place for her but his house. The hours on the land he took her to when they were together. The land they dreamed of living together on.
Enter the Westmorland clan to the rescue. They want to know why she left but didn’t push her. Let her tell them on her timetable. While she doesn’t want to fall for Canyon again she cant help it. The love he shows for his family and his newly found son is intense.
The twists that show up as to why she is being followed are well written and pull the story together well. It shows the protective family life that she so wants to belong to but cant bring herself to talk to Canyon about the past.
His Westmorland charm wins her over in the end. It’s a read that you don’t want to end. The only thing better would be if I had a Westmorland man of my own.
I received this as an Advance Reading Copy and Loved it. I dont see a date that I have to hold the review so here goes.
The Release date of this is August 6, 2013. DO WHATEVER YOU HAVE TO TO GET THIS ON THAT DATE!!! Grab a cup of tea and curl up and get lost in the Westmorland World. You wont regret it!
Enter Canyon a ruggedly handsome man who is head over heals in love with Keisha. When he gets ready to propose he messed up big time by trusting another woman. He is found in a compromising position. What did he do or what did he not do?
That is the premise of Keisha leaving instantly.
Enter Canyon following Keisha to talk it all out when she returns to town almost 3 years later. While he is following her someone else is too. He finds out that she is a mother and knows instantly that he is a father. The loss of time with his child is devastating and when her house is broken into there is no other place for her but his house. The hours on the land he took her to when they were together. The land they dreamed of living together on.
Enter the Westmorland clan to the rescue. They want to know why she left but didn’t push her. Let her tell them on her timetable. While she doesn’t want to fall for Canyon again she cant help it. The love he shows for his family and his newly found son is intense.
The twists that show up as to why she is being followed are well written and pull the story together well. It shows the protective family life that she so wants to belong to but cant bring herself to talk to Canyon about the past.
His Westmorland charm wins her over in the end. It’s a read that you don’t want to end. The only thing better would be if I had a Westmorland man of my own.
November 29, 2025
Canyon Westmoreland lost the love of his life 3 years ago to a major misunderstanding. Now she, Keisha Ashford, has come back to town. Every attempt to rectify the situation on Canyon's part has been greeted by rejection from Keisha. Determined to make things right, Canyon takes his attempts to a stalkerish level only to discover that he isn't the only one stalking Keisha.
Resolute that he will protect Keisha from this unknown threat, the angry and hurt of the past will have to be put aside. The explosive attraction and emotional connections immediately reunites but can they get over their past hurts to find what they both want most...eachother and family.
This was a completely delightful story. You get the feeling of coming home. Canyon's story is especially heart felt. A wonderfully quick, easy, feel good read, I found Canyon had just enough suspense and action in and out of the bedroom to get my pulse racing. Don't miss this fabulous addition to the Westmoreland Series.
I received this ARC copy of Canyon from Harlequin Desire in exchange for an honest review. This book is set for publication August 6, 2013.
Resolute that he will protect Keisha from this unknown threat, the angry and hurt of the past will have to be put aside. The explosive attraction and emotional connections immediately reunites but can they get over their past hurts to find what they both want most...eachother and family.
This was a completely delightful story. You get the feeling of coming home. Canyon's story is especially heart felt. A wonderfully quick, easy, feel good read, I found Canyon had just enough suspense and action in and out of the bedroom to get my pulse racing. Don't miss this fabulous addition to the Westmoreland Series.
I received this ARC copy of Canyon from Harlequin Desire in exchange for an honest review. This book is set for publication August 6, 2013.
July 5, 2013
Super quick read. For some reason I always enjoy the storyline when the mother keeps the baby away from its father. I think so because I like seeing the fathers reaction when he is utterly pissed off and wants to kill the mother. This was an ok read. Finding out who the stalker was in the end came out of left field. I think Brenda could have picked a better character for that role. It ruined the story a bit for me.
October 25, 2014
Written For Confessions From Romaholics
Another great success in the unique and characteristic style of Brenda Jackson, Canyon is a thrilling and wonderful story with another original and amazing character of the Westmoreland clan that treats the most simple and universal theme in the everyday life: love with all its ups and downs. Whether it’s about finding love and losing it, or finding love and looking for ways on keeping it, Brenda Jackson’s stories are well written, uncomplicated, sizzling and an amazing addition to any love story fan. The love and loyalty this family proves for one another makes this one of the most heart-warming and captivating series I’ve read about.
Canyon is no exception to Jackson’s successful series. Love, loyalty, family, secrets and deceptions are only a few elements that can be found in this book. What could have been a big celebration ended up into a terrible sufferance, when Keisha Ashford walks into her bedroom to find her naked best friend sprawled in her bed and Canyon, the love of her life, also naked, with just one towel to cover his delectable body, coming out of the bathroom. Hurt and heartbroken, she flees town leaving behind an angry and confused Canyon. He knows he didn’t cheat on her, yes, things look pretty bad, but he can’t reach her to explain or exculpate himself for the events that took place earlier and he can’t understand why she would choose to believe a lie instead of trusting him and his love for her. Fast forward three years and they have had no interaction. Now she’s back in town and she has a big secret. A secret she tried to hide from him, a secret that once discovered angers him more than her betrayal. He has a son he never knew about because she chose not to tell him. But now that he knows, Canyon will do anything to be with his son. Of course, Keisha will be a complication, because she hates his guts for what she believes he has done to her. His feelings for her start resurfacing and he doesn’t have any proof of his innocence about what occurred three years ago. On top of this, someone is stalking Keisha. Her house is trashed and Canyon must protect her and his son until the police solve the case. Being so close and spending time together, they realize they still have feelings for one another and the passion they radiate will hit with the force of a tornado. The hot and hard lovemaking is mind boggling and you want to read more, more, more!
Every secret will be revealed and the mystery will be solved and once again the magical touch of Westmoreland will show. But even if the truth is revealed, will Canyon and Keisha be able to let go of past guilt and regrets, and forgive in order to build a future together and form a real family?
A wonderful and sensual read in the Westmorlands series.
This review can also be found here: Confessions From Romaholics
Another great success in the unique and characteristic style of Brenda Jackson, Canyon is a thrilling and wonderful story with another original and amazing character of the Westmoreland clan that treats the most simple and universal theme in the everyday life: love with all its ups and downs. Whether it’s about finding love and losing it, or finding love and looking for ways on keeping it, Brenda Jackson’s stories are well written, uncomplicated, sizzling and an amazing addition to any love story fan. The love and loyalty this family proves for one another makes this one of the most heart-warming and captivating series I’ve read about.
Canyon is no exception to Jackson’s successful series. Love, loyalty, family, secrets and deceptions are only a few elements that can be found in this book. What could have been a big celebration ended up into a terrible sufferance, when Keisha Ashford walks into her bedroom to find her naked best friend sprawled in her bed and Canyon, the love of her life, also naked, with just one towel to cover his delectable body, coming out of the bathroom. Hurt and heartbroken, she flees town leaving behind an angry and confused Canyon. He knows he didn’t cheat on her, yes, things look pretty bad, but he can’t reach her to explain or exculpate himself for the events that took place earlier and he can’t understand why she would choose to believe a lie instead of trusting him and his love for her. Fast forward three years and they have had no interaction. Now she’s back in town and she has a big secret. A secret she tried to hide from him, a secret that once discovered angers him more than her betrayal. He has a son he never knew about because she chose not to tell him. But now that he knows, Canyon will do anything to be with his son. Of course, Keisha will be a complication, because she hates his guts for what she believes he has done to her. His feelings for her start resurfacing and he doesn’t have any proof of his innocence about what occurred three years ago. On top of this, someone is stalking Keisha. Her house is trashed and Canyon must protect her and his son until the police solve the case. Being so close and spending time together, they realize they still have feelings for one another and the passion they radiate will hit with the force of a tornado. The hot and hard lovemaking is mind boggling and you want to read more, more, more!
Every secret will be revealed and the mystery will be solved and once again the magical touch of Westmoreland will show. But even if the truth is revealed, will Canyon and Keisha be able to let go of past guilt and regrets, and forgive in order to build a future together and form a real family?
A wonderful and sensual read in the Westmorlands series.
This review can also be found here: Confessions From Romaholics
August 31, 2013
It's always tricky jumping into a series you haven't read. When it's #26 then it's not surprising the first couple of chapters seem like reading the Begats in the Bible.
But there was enough about Canyon Westmoreland, the hero, and his estranged lover Keisha to get my interest. I love reunions and it seemed like both of them never really looked at anyone else in the three years they were apart. The fact that Keisha was hiding a secret (a little two year old one) made the reunion fraught with emotion.
Canyon was an adorable hero, well balanced with none of the angsty back story that you find in the Presents line. Keisha was a bit messed up with trust issues and a tendency to look at everything in black or white which made her a little annoying at times when it seemed Canyon was doing all the work in the relationship.
The child Beau was a cutey without turning everything cutsey. The series is a very family oriented one with constant interactions with Canyon's brothers and cousins. There was a family tree supplied at the beginning of the book but I need to study it a bit more to get the various ramifications. Did I mention this is book #26 of The Westmorelands series?
Overall it was an enjoyable story and if I come across others in the series I'd be interested in reading them.
I've read and enjoyed a couple of Kimani's and I was interested to see if there were any noticeable language or other differences relating to the hero and heroine being African-American. As far as I could tell apart from a couple of terms (toofine?) and the initial descriptions of the hero and heroine, there was no way of differentiating whether the characters were African-American, Hispanic or any other cultural or ethnic heritage. Not being familiar with the series I found myself wondering at the large family gatherings about whether there were any interracial marriages among the #25 other couples. A case of Aussi curiousity really as I don't quite trust film and television to portray everyday American lifestyles with any accuracy. After all, every Italian-American seems to be Mafiosi.
But there was enough about Canyon Westmoreland, the hero, and his estranged lover Keisha to get my interest. I love reunions and it seemed like both of them never really looked at anyone else in the three years they were apart. The fact that Keisha was hiding a secret (a little two year old one) made the reunion fraught with emotion.
Canyon was an adorable hero, well balanced with none of the angsty back story that you find in the Presents line. Keisha was a bit messed up with trust issues and a tendency to look at everything in black or white which made her a little annoying at times when it seemed Canyon was doing all the work in the relationship.
The child Beau was a cutey without turning everything cutsey. The series is a very family oriented one with constant interactions with Canyon's brothers and cousins. There was a family tree supplied at the beginning of the book but I need to study it a bit more to get the various ramifications. Did I mention this is book #26 of The Westmorelands series?
Overall it was an enjoyable story and if I come across others in the series I'd be interested in reading them.
I've read and enjoyed a couple of Kimani's and I was interested to see if there were any noticeable language or other differences relating to the hero and heroine being African-American. As far as I could tell apart from a couple of terms (toofine?) and the initial descriptions of the hero and heroine, there was no way of differentiating whether the characters were African-American, Hispanic or any other cultural or ethnic heritage. Not being familiar with the series I found myself wondering at the large family gatherings about whether there were any interracial marriages among the #25 other couples. A case of Aussi curiousity really as I don't quite trust film and television to portray everyday American lifestyles with any accuracy. After all, every Italian-American seems to be Mafiosi.
August 2, 2013
And the Westmorelands are back! I loved Canyon's story, not only was it about his relationship with Keisha, and trying to make her believe he never cheated on her - but about discovering Keisha kept the birth of their son from him. There's something that are hard to forgive. I liked the fact that we started with him still having feelings for her, then he discovers he has a son and he gets mighty pissed off a Keisha. Add in the fact someone is trashing Keisha's house, and threatening his newly discovered son... No boring moments in this book!
There is something about these Westemoreland men that just revs your engines, all tall, dark and handsome, smooth, charming and sexy as sin - what's not to like honestly. Plus they are fiercely loyal and stick together as family in a way that is sexy on it's own... Canyon is a great addition to the mix he's all that and he takes into being a father like duck to water. It's sweet, adorable and again sexy. I know right, "stop saying sexy". ;)
Keisha had a lot to reform to, first Canyon discovering she'd held a son from him, her house trashed, moving in with Canyon and watching all those abandoned feelings reappear, unwanted mind you, she's not willing to admit maybe he didn't cheat on her those years ago, because if so then... just what has she done to both of them, to their son. Loved her story arch! And the kid wasn't annoying, wohoo!
And the romance, hot. With all the drama, they still couldn't help checking each other out.
Something I didn't address in the "Zane" review, this is actually the first series for me with african american couples - I thought these might have been harder reads, as I imagined somethings I might not get, but silly me that was not the case, I absolutely love these books and there are no references I didn't get.
I just read Stern, so eyes open for that review early next month. ;)
There is something about these Westemoreland men that just revs your engines, all tall, dark and handsome, smooth, charming and sexy as sin - what's not to like honestly. Plus they are fiercely loyal and stick together as family in a way that is sexy on it's own... Canyon is a great addition to the mix he's all that and he takes into being a father like duck to water. It's sweet, adorable and again sexy. I know right, "stop saying sexy". ;)
Keisha had a lot to reform to, first Canyon discovering she'd held a son from him, her house trashed, moving in with Canyon and watching all those abandoned feelings reappear, unwanted mind you, she's not willing to admit maybe he didn't cheat on her those years ago, because if so then... just what has she done to both of them, to their son. Loved her story arch! And the kid wasn't annoying, wohoo!
And the romance, hot. With all the drama, they still couldn't help checking each other out.
Something I didn't address in the "Zane" review, this is actually the first series for me with african american couples - I thought these might have been harder reads, as I imagined somethings I might not get, but silly me that was not the case, I absolutely love these books and there are no references I didn't get.
I just read Stern, so eyes open for that review early next month. ;)
July 6, 2013
Canyon was a pretty interesting romance to read. I flew through the book in one sitting and enjoyed the story. Canyon and Keisha new each other from their past, but broke up because Keisha thought Canyon had been unfaithful to her with her best friend, and moved away. But that wasn't the case! The best friend lied, but Keisha chose to believe the lie. But little did Canyon know, while Keisha was away, she gave birth to their son. A few years pass and she moves back to her hometown and her and Canyon run into each other and he finds out he has a son. I thought it was really messed up for the lady to not let Canyon know that he fathered a child. He missed out on two years of his child's life because she chose to believe a lie. That does not justify keeping a man from their child, in my eyes, just because things went bad in the relationship. But, things would have never went bad had she not chose to believe a lie in the first place. But, now Keisha is being stalked by someone and is forced to live with Canyon while the police try to figure out who the person is. Can you say karma?
I thought the mystery aspect of the book was fun and the romance was to, but I felt as things were a it average. Things weren't bad, but they weren't amazing either. I've read the majority of these Westmoreland books and find them enjoyable reads. Things played out a little too quickly for me and there wasn't that much of build up to the reveal of who the stalker was. The book focused more on the romance aspect of the book. I didn't really have that many issues with the character, but I didn't really connect with them as much as I have others in this Westmoreland series. But overall, I did enjoy the story.
-I received a review copy from Netgalley. All thoughts are my honest opinion!
I thought the mystery aspect of the book was fun and the romance was to, but I felt as things were a it average. Things weren't bad, but they weren't amazing either. I've read the majority of these Westmoreland books and find them enjoyable reads. Things played out a little too quickly for me and there wasn't that much of build up to the reveal of who the stalker was. The book focused more on the romance aspect of the book. I didn't really have that many issues with the character, but I didn't really connect with them as much as I have others in this Westmoreland series. But overall, I did enjoy the story.
-I received a review copy from Netgalley. All thoughts are my honest opinion!
July 21, 2013
What’s Done in the Dark Comes to Light!!!
I loved this story!!!!!!!!!! Canyon is my hero. (Sigh)
A misunderstanding kept them apart for almost three years. When she comes back to town he tries to go after her, but she has a secret she wants to keep from him.
It wasn’t until Canyon follows her home that he uncovers the real reason why Keisha doesn’t want to see him. Boy, do the story heat up after that discovery. Canyon is a take charge kind of guy, but isn’t all the Westmoreland men the same way. Canyon wanted answers and he was not going to stop until he got them – and then maybe the girl too - we shall see about that.
Keisha had a multitude of issues flowing through her head. Feelings she struggled with her entire life. She was an independent strong will, stubborn and unforgiving woman. It will take the love; lust, compassion and determination of Canyon Westmoreland to help her conquered her demons.
Although Keisha wronged him, Canyon desire to have a connection with his son and the mother of his child kept him to stand up and stake his claim in their lives.
This was a very well written story with lots of twists and turns. To me the whole premises of this story were forgiveness and love. Brenda Jackson intertwined some intense issues with that of delicate feelings of love and friendship and family. It’s what I love about her stories.
She gives us insight into several other stories on the horizon in the next book in this trilogy – that of Stern and JoJo as well as Jillian and Aiden. Can’t wait for the next book. You don’t want to miss out on this really great storyline created by Mrs. Jackson, pick up a copy of this book.
I loved this story!!!!!!!!!! Canyon is my hero. (Sigh)
A misunderstanding kept them apart for almost three years. When she comes back to town he tries to go after her, but she has a secret she wants to keep from him.
It wasn’t until Canyon follows her home that he uncovers the real reason why Keisha doesn’t want to see him. Boy, do the story heat up after that discovery. Canyon is a take charge kind of guy, but isn’t all the Westmoreland men the same way. Canyon wanted answers and he was not going to stop until he got them – and then maybe the girl too - we shall see about that.
Keisha had a multitude of issues flowing through her head. Feelings she struggled with her entire life. She was an independent strong will, stubborn and unforgiving woman. It will take the love; lust, compassion and determination of Canyon Westmoreland to help her conquered her demons.
Although Keisha wronged him, Canyon desire to have a connection with his son and the mother of his child kept him to stand up and stake his claim in their lives.
This was a very well written story with lots of twists and turns. To me the whole premises of this story were forgiveness and love. Brenda Jackson intertwined some intense issues with that of delicate feelings of love and friendship and family. It’s what I love about her stories.
She gives us insight into several other stories on the horizon in the next book in this trilogy – that of Stern and JoJo as well as Jillian and Aiden. Can’t wait for the next book. You don’t want to miss out on this really great storyline created by Mrs. Jackson, pick up a copy of this book.
May 27, 2013
It was a well rounded story with a great twist and a sweet love story. I loved Canyon and his heart.
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My view
Canyon was the original book in the series I wanted to read. The description was interesting enough to read the previous book in this series. Since he shows for the first time, Canyon takes over the story and get the reader interested in his life and his feelings. He is more than a handsome man with a great sex-appeal.
Keisha has always love Canyon, but a misunderstanding kept them apart for almost three years. When she comes back to town he tries to go after her, but she has a secret she wants to keep from him. After he followed her, he founds out and takes care of her. In reality, they are a great couple and worked great over the situation.
I don’t want to give anything away, but the story is well written and cover all the aspects introduced by the author. All the events are well developed and the major twist on the story is refreshing and non-predictable. This book is a great read with a steamy side, but most importantly with a male character with a big heart.
What I liked the most
I love the way Canyon acted since the beginning of the book. He took control and was not afraid of showing his feelings.
I wanted more of
I wanted more of Canyon, more of everything. I am looking forward to the next book.
Who should read it
Anyone looking for a story that goes further than two people falling in love and having a good sexual relationship.
Rate
5 out of 5
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My view
Canyon was the original book in the series I wanted to read. The description was interesting enough to read the previous book in this series. Since he shows for the first time, Canyon takes over the story and get the reader interested in his life and his feelings. He is more than a handsome man with a great sex-appeal.
Keisha has always love Canyon, but a misunderstanding kept them apart for almost three years. When she comes back to town he tries to go after her, but she has a secret she wants to keep from him. After he followed her, he founds out and takes care of her. In reality, they are a great couple and worked great over the situation.
I don’t want to give anything away, but the story is well written and cover all the aspects introduced by the author. All the events are well developed and the major twist on the story is refreshing and non-predictable. This book is a great read with a steamy side, but most importantly with a male character with a big heart.
What I liked the most
I love the way Canyon acted since the beginning of the book. He took control and was not afraid of showing his feelings.
I wanted more of
I wanted more of Canyon, more of everything. I am looking forward to the next book.
Who should read it
Anyone looking for a story that goes further than two people falling in love and having a good sexual relationship.
Rate
5 out of 5
August 8, 2013
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In Canyon, Brenda Jackson has written a powerful story of how misunderstandings and lack of communication can rip lives apart and lead to unforeseen consequences. The blurb covers the basics, but I can't add anything more because I don't want to spoil it. You really need to read it yourself to get the full effect. This is another entry into the larger than life saga of the Westmoreland family, but it can also be read as a standalone.
This is a character driven story with a smooth plot flow. The characters are very three dimensional, with all the faults, foibles, passions, hopes, and dreams that any of us in the 'real' world have. The backstory is richly detailed, and lays a solid foundation for the storyline. The book has a fantastic cast of secondary characters-with enough brothers, sisters, cousins, aunts, uncles, and other kinfolk to put the Waltons to shame.
The author's writing style is simple,honest, and straightforward, with an uncanny ability to strip away unnecessary details and tell a powerfully emotional story in a deft blend of humor, a touch of danger, and sex that is hot, passionate, and tender at the same time. I really like how the author is able to take an ordinary storyline and give it a fresh twist and a HEA ending. If you're looking for a fascinating story about love and the power of forgiveness, then this is the book for you.
In Canyon, Brenda Jackson has written a powerful story of how misunderstandings and lack of communication can rip lives apart and lead to unforeseen consequences. The blurb covers the basics, but I can't add anything more because I don't want to spoil it. You really need to read it yourself to get the full effect. This is another entry into the larger than life saga of the Westmoreland family, but it can also be read as a standalone.
This is a character driven story with a smooth plot flow. The characters are very three dimensional, with all the faults, foibles, passions, hopes, and dreams that any of us in the 'real' world have. The backstory is richly detailed, and lays a solid foundation for the storyline. The book has a fantastic cast of secondary characters-with enough brothers, sisters, cousins, aunts, uncles, and other kinfolk to put the Waltons to shame.
The author's writing style is simple,honest, and straightforward, with an uncanny ability to strip away unnecessary details and tell a powerfully emotional story in a deft blend of humor, a touch of danger, and sex that is hot, passionate, and tender at the same time. I really like how the author is able to take an ordinary storyline and give it a fresh twist and a HEA ending. If you're looking for a fascinating story about love and the power of forgiveness, then this is the book for you.
June 13, 2013
Westmorelands don't take very kindly to rejection of any kind. With that being said, Canyon wants to know why Keisha won't give him another chance after a misunderstanding tears them apart. What Canyon doesn't know is the secret that Keisha has been hiding from him is the reason for her distance. Can they forgive and make their new family work?
I love romance novels with kids involved and this book was no exception. This book had some intrigue reminiscent of Madaris novels that I really enjoyed. Canyon protected and loved his family so much. As always, it was great to catch up with the Westmoreland family. This book had a couple of surprises and teased for some future Westmoreland pairings that I can't wait to read. The only thing I didn't like about this book was that I wished it was longer but such is life with the Westmoreland books. I can't wait to read the next one!
I love romance novels with kids involved and this book was no exception. This book had some intrigue reminiscent of Madaris novels that I really enjoyed. Canyon protected and loved his family so much. As always, it was great to catch up with the Westmoreland family. This book had a couple of surprises and teased for some future Westmoreland pairings that I can't wait to read. The only thing I didn't like about this book was that I wished it was longer but such is life with the Westmoreland books. I can't wait to read the next one!
July 17, 2013
have loved every book I’ve read of Brenda Jackson’s. The Westmoreland Series is one of my favorites and I love to continue reading about the ways all the siblings and cousins fall in love. Canyon was one of my favorite books. I completely understood where Keisha was coming from. I mean who would believe that their man wasn’t messing around when she walks in on him coming out of the shower in a towel with a naked woman in his bed, a naked woman who was screaming that they had slept together.
This couple had a lot to overcome it. Once Keisha recognized the truth and how wrong she was about Canyon and his ability to be a father she almost couldn’t forgive herself enough to let love in. But typical Westmoreland, Canyon was having none of it.
This is a strong story with a lot of emotions. I couldn’t put it down once. Ms. Jackson does that to me every single time.
This couple had a lot to overcome it. Once Keisha recognized the truth and how wrong she was about Canyon and his ability to be a father she almost couldn’t forgive herself enough to let love in. But typical Westmoreland, Canyon was having none of it.
This is a strong story with a lot of emotions. I couldn’t put it down once. Ms. Jackson does that to me every single time.
November 14, 2015
I know I am late to the party but I have just read my first Brenda Jackson book and enjoyed it! Don't ask me why I started at book 26. A book buddy was very kindle and brought me book 1 in kindle format as this is not available in the UK.
I have to admit I was surprised by how much I enjoyed this book. Even though there was some angst in the story it was classy and they were still respectful to each other. Nicely done.
I do have to admit that as the reason unfolded as to what had gone wrong it the relationship and why, that was a little far fetched for me but this did not spoil the journey of reading this book.
I am going to start the series from the beginning now, another series with lots of books to get into. I would like to highly recommend this story as a great read.
I have to admit I was surprised by how much I enjoyed this book. Even though there was some angst in the story it was classy and they were still respectful to each other. Nicely done.
I do have to admit that as the reason unfolded as to what had gone wrong it the relationship and why, that was a little far fetched for me but this did not spoil the journey of reading this book.
I am going to start the series from the beginning now, another series with lots of books to get into. I would like to highly recommend this story as a great read.
July 15, 2013
Loved It, Loved It, LOVED IT!! Canyon and
Keisha are a hot couple. I truly enjoyed this book. It is hot, sexy, and proves that a man will go after the woman he wants despite some serious setbacks. Again, a wonderful love
story that had to be told.
I HIGHLY RECOMMEND that you get this book, you
will not be disappointed *****5 star Read!!
Keisha are a hot couple. I truly enjoyed this book. It is hot, sexy, and proves that a man will go after the woman he wants despite some serious setbacks. Again, a wonderful love
story that had to be told.
I HIGHLY RECOMMEND that you get this book, you
will not be disappointed *****5 star Read!!
July 6, 2013
Canyon Westmoreland .... give me more!!!!!!!!!!!!!! A must read.
July 8, 2015
Originally posted on Tales to Tide You Over
When I need a break, a good read I can count on for an interesting story but nothing too heavy, I turn to Harlequin. I’ve been doing this since I was in my mid-teens. That’s right: Catcher in the Rye balanced by any number of Harlequin romances. With James A. Michener’s The Source, I read a chapter, read a romance, read a chapter (back when I was fifteen, I think). It isn’t that I dislike heavier books, but it’s more that I need a bigger beat difference, a rest between, and that’s something a Harlequin romance supplies.
Why am I bothering to tell you this? Well, that’s exactly what happened. The next book on my list is a philosophical historical, and I didn’t feel like it yet. So I skipped ahead to Brenda Jackson and Canyon to get exactly what I was hoping for.
This is not the first Brenda Jackson novel I’ve read, and though I can’t figure out in which, I’ve met Canyon and Keisha before as well. I’ve already read the event from three years ago that is so critical in Canyon, and I knew it couldn’t end as it did, with Keisha walking out of his life believing he’d slept with her best friend even though that’s what had happened in the previous read.
Canyon, the novel not the male main character, is about what happens when Keisha returns three years later, and he realizes he’s not as ready to walk away as he’d thought. Only there’s more going on than he can imagine, which he discovers when, having given up trying the polite approach, he decides to follow her home, confront her, and force her to believe that whatever her friend told her, and however it appeared, he did not sleep with Bonita.
It only takes a glimpse of Beau to realize the two-year-old boy with Keisha is his. And this is where the story begins.
Until this point (very early in the book), it was a simple misunderstandings plot with Canyon the injured, but determined, party. Once Beau is introduced, the story gets much more complex, and both Canyon and Keisha say things they don’t really mean as they try to work through anger and mistrust.
It’s further complicated by an element of suspense, one that offers a reason to throw the two even closer together and is well seeded with possibilities to explore.
Canyon isn’t an earth-shattering novel, but it isn’t meant to be. I found a story about interesting people, the chaos of a loving extended family in the Westmorelands, and a situation in which both Canyon and Keisha had to grow up a bit so that the past no longer controlled them. The circumstances are a little bizarre at times, but in such a way that never disrupted my enjoyment.
For those concerned about misunderstanding novels, Brenda Jackson is a master. There’s no chance of “talking to each other” clearing this particular air. In fact, they have already talked, and talk again about their issues several times in Canyon. The misunderstandings here aren’t based in a simple event. They are laced through with complicated histories and “seeing is believing” issues. It’s not just that they have to learn to trust, that they have to acknowledge appearances can be deceiving, but mostly that they need to recognize how the situation would have been with them on the other side. It’s a wonderful take on how people overcomplicate their own lives and often have trouble backing away from that once they’ve begun.
Brenda Jackson delivers on the romance, but she takes her books a step further. Canyon is no exception, and I’m glad I had this title on my list to read.
P.S. I read Canyon as a NetGalley ARC in return for an honest review.
When I need a break, a good read I can count on for an interesting story but nothing too heavy, I turn to Harlequin. I’ve been doing this since I was in my mid-teens. That’s right: Catcher in the Rye balanced by any number of Harlequin romances. With James A. Michener’s The Source, I read a chapter, read a romance, read a chapter (back when I was fifteen, I think). It isn’t that I dislike heavier books, but it’s more that I need a bigger beat difference, a rest between, and that’s something a Harlequin romance supplies.
Why am I bothering to tell you this? Well, that’s exactly what happened. The next book on my list is a philosophical historical, and I didn’t feel like it yet. So I skipped ahead to Brenda Jackson and Canyon to get exactly what I was hoping for.
This is not the first Brenda Jackson novel I’ve read, and though I can’t figure out in which, I’ve met Canyon and Keisha before as well. I’ve already read the event from three years ago that is so critical in Canyon, and I knew it couldn’t end as it did, with Keisha walking out of his life believing he’d slept with her best friend even though that’s what had happened in the previous read.
Canyon, the novel not the male main character, is about what happens when Keisha returns three years later, and he realizes he’s not as ready to walk away as he’d thought. Only there’s more going on than he can imagine, which he discovers when, having given up trying the polite approach, he decides to follow her home, confront her, and force her to believe that whatever her friend told her, and however it appeared, he did not sleep with Bonita.
It only takes a glimpse of Beau to realize the two-year-old boy with Keisha is his. And this is where the story begins.
Until this point (very early in the book), it was a simple misunderstandings plot with Canyon the injured, but determined, party. Once Beau is introduced, the story gets much more complex, and both Canyon and Keisha say things they don’t really mean as they try to work through anger and mistrust.
It’s further complicated by an element of suspense, one that offers a reason to throw the two even closer together and is well seeded with possibilities to explore.
Canyon isn’t an earth-shattering novel, but it isn’t meant to be. I found a story about interesting people, the chaos of a loving extended family in the Westmorelands, and a situation in which both Canyon and Keisha had to grow up a bit so that the past no longer controlled them. The circumstances are a little bizarre at times, but in such a way that never disrupted my enjoyment.
For those concerned about misunderstanding novels, Brenda Jackson is a master. There’s no chance of “talking to each other” clearing this particular air. In fact, they have already talked, and talk again about their issues several times in Canyon. The misunderstandings here aren’t based in a simple event. They are laced through with complicated histories and “seeing is believing” issues. It’s not just that they have to learn to trust, that they have to acknowledge appearances can be deceiving, but mostly that they need to recognize how the situation would have been with them on the other side. It’s a wonderful take on how people overcomplicate their own lives and often have trouble backing away from that once they’ve begun.
Brenda Jackson delivers on the romance, but she takes her books a step further. Canyon is no exception, and I’m glad I had this title on my list to read.
P.S. I read Canyon as a NetGalley ARC in return for an honest review.
September 27, 2013
Three years ago Canyon and Keisha broke up over a misunderstanding. Canyon was hurt and furious that she hadn't trusted him enough to hear his side of the story, and Keisha felt betrayed by him. She moved away, taking a very important secret with her. Now she's back and she still won't have anything to do with him. Canyon is determined to confront her and follows her one day - only to discover what that secret is.
I loved Canyon. He isn't one of the men who resists the idea of commitment. He had been ready to propose to Keisha when all the trouble started. Since she left he had dated some, but nothing serious. Now that she's back in town he really wants a chance to clear the air, but she is still avoiding him. I loved the scene where he is basically stalking her and his brother is trying to convince him that he's going to get in trouble. He is stunned when he finds out she had his son, and furious that she never told him. I loved the fact that he had no trouble with the idea that he was a father and that he was going to be fully involved from then on. Seeing him with Beau was just so sweet. There are some great scenes between the two of them that show what a great dad he is going to be. When Keisha's house was broken into he insisted that they stay with him - perfect for getting a chance to straighten things out between them. He's not happy that she still doesn't believe the truth but hopes to convince her. Being together so much shows him that his love for her never died and their chemistry is still off the charts. I liked the realism of his character. He isn't perfect. He gets frustrated, he loses his temper sometimes, and he has to be shown that he probably would have made the same mistake in her place. He also has a great love of family, as is shown in the closeness of the Westmoreland clan. I loved the effort he put into getting Keisha to finally accept the truth, and his frustration when she then wouldn't forgive herself.
Keisha frustrated me a lot of the time. She was so sure about what she saw that she refused to listen to what Canyon tried to tell her. Then she left town, taking the news of her pregnancy with her. She held on to her feelings of betrayal, refusing to tell Canyon that he was a father, even after she returned to Denver. At least when he confronted her she didn't try to lie about it, but she wasn't pleased with the idea of him being involved. I loved the way that her surprise at his rapid acceptance and obvious happiness at being a father made her begin to realize that she had been wrong not to tell him. She still wasn't ready to believe that he hadn't been unfaithful to her. She had serious trust issues when it comes to men because of the way her father had treated her mother and it affected the way she treated Canyon. When her house was broken into Canyon insisted that they move in with him until the person was caught. This made her very nervous because she was still attracted to him and didn't trust herself around him. I loved the way that he started breaking down her walls and showing her that his feelings for her hadn't changed. I also loved her reaction to meeting the whole family and the fact that they didn't treat her badly because of what she had done. She really didn't know how to deal with that. I was glad to see that she finally accepted the truth, but then the subsequent refusal to forgive herself and move on with him was a bit much. It took facing some real danger for her to realize what she was doing.
I loved Canyon. He isn't one of the men who resists the idea of commitment. He had been ready to propose to Keisha when all the trouble started. Since she left he had dated some, but nothing serious. Now that she's back in town he really wants a chance to clear the air, but she is still avoiding him. I loved the scene where he is basically stalking her and his brother is trying to convince him that he's going to get in trouble. He is stunned when he finds out she had his son, and furious that she never told him. I loved the fact that he had no trouble with the idea that he was a father and that he was going to be fully involved from then on. Seeing him with Beau was just so sweet. There are some great scenes between the two of them that show what a great dad he is going to be. When Keisha's house was broken into he insisted that they stay with him - perfect for getting a chance to straighten things out between them. He's not happy that she still doesn't believe the truth but hopes to convince her. Being together so much shows him that his love for her never died and their chemistry is still off the charts. I liked the realism of his character. He isn't perfect. He gets frustrated, he loses his temper sometimes, and he has to be shown that he probably would have made the same mistake in her place. He also has a great love of family, as is shown in the closeness of the Westmoreland clan. I loved the effort he put into getting Keisha to finally accept the truth, and his frustration when she then wouldn't forgive herself.
Keisha frustrated me a lot of the time. She was so sure about what she saw that she refused to listen to what Canyon tried to tell her. Then she left town, taking the news of her pregnancy with her. She held on to her feelings of betrayal, refusing to tell Canyon that he was a father, even after she returned to Denver. At least when he confronted her she didn't try to lie about it, but she wasn't pleased with the idea of him being involved. I loved the way that her surprise at his rapid acceptance and obvious happiness at being a father made her begin to realize that she had been wrong not to tell him. She still wasn't ready to believe that he hadn't been unfaithful to her. She had serious trust issues when it comes to men because of the way her father had treated her mother and it affected the way she treated Canyon. When her house was broken into Canyon insisted that they move in with him until the person was caught. This made her very nervous because she was still attracted to him and didn't trust herself around him. I loved the way that he started breaking down her walls and showing her that his feelings for her hadn't changed. I also loved her reaction to meeting the whole family and the fact that they didn't treat her badly because of what she had done. She really didn't know how to deal with that. I was glad to see that she finally accepted the truth, but then the subsequent refusal to forgive herself and move on with him was a bit much. It took facing some real danger for her to realize what she was doing.
August 27, 2013
I have read and enjoyed many a Westmoreland book at this point, so I was eager to pick this one up. Unfortunately, while it hit some of the usual Brenda Jackson notes of reunited lovers, a big-time misunderstanding/miscommunication, and lots of passion, it missed the mark on some other levels for me.
I tried to do this without spoilers, but I really do need to go that direction (kind of heavily) to make some points, so be forewarned if you're reading on. . .
The villain of the piece was so utterly cartoony and came entirely out-of-the-blue that I just sort of involuntarily rolled my eyes through his one big scene. His big threat: selling the heroine to some guys he knows who are into human trafficking so that they can get her hooked on drugs that will destroy her mind. Why? Because she got more favorable attention at work. Where did the big need for revenge come from? She introduced him to a woman with whom he had an affair that wound up breaking up his marriage. For me, it was all just too silly, nonsensical, and over-the-top.
I liked that the big theme was forgiveness, because that's certainly an important aspect of healthy relationships, be they familial, romantic, or between friends. However, readers were beaten over the head with that in this book. It all got to be a bit much right around the point when Keisha almost derailed the relationship yet again unless and until she could forgive...herself. This is the woman who spent the story trying to forgive relatives, a friend, a lover, etc. etc. It's not that such a thing is unnecessary in the real world, it's just that it was so much and so repetitive that it rang false to me.
Then there was the sheer number of references to the "Grand Canyon," and no, not the geological wonder. One time was okay, but when it happened multiple times, that aforementioned eye-rolling started again.
Finally, I have to say that while I liked Canyon, who was a confident, smart, sexy, alpha male just like all Westmoreland men, I wasn't a huge fan of Keisha. Aside from the above and the constant wading through her issues, one of the main reasons (not the sole reason, but a significant one) that she gave for not telling Canyon that he had fathered a child was that she worried that he would have questioned whether or not the baby was his, and because of that, he lost 2 years with his son. Canyon may have been relatively quick to forgive her, but given the sheer number of "hero doesn't know he's a father" stories that I've read that were well-developed and made some kind of sense, the scenario behind this one didn't exactly engender my sympathy or understanding for Keisha.
I truly enjoy Ms. Jackson's books and would highly recommend most of them. That said, while I don't think that this was a bad installment in the series, it just had too many issues to be considered one of my favorites.
I tried to do this without spoilers, but I really do need to go that direction (kind of heavily) to make some points, so be forewarned if you're reading on. . .
The villain of the piece was so utterly cartoony and came entirely out-of-the-blue that I just sort of involuntarily rolled my eyes through his one big scene. His big threat: selling the heroine to some guys he knows who are into human trafficking so that they can get her hooked on drugs that will destroy her mind. Why? Because she got more favorable attention at work. Where did the big need for revenge come from? She introduced him to a woman with whom he had an affair that wound up breaking up his marriage. For me, it was all just too silly, nonsensical, and over-the-top.
I liked that the big theme was forgiveness, because that's certainly an important aspect of healthy relationships, be they familial, romantic, or between friends. However, readers were beaten over the head with that in this book. It all got to be a bit much right around the point when Keisha almost derailed the relationship yet again unless and until she could forgive...herself. This is the woman who spent the story trying to forgive relatives, a friend, a lover, etc. etc. It's not that such a thing is unnecessary in the real world, it's just that it was so much and so repetitive that it rang false to me.
Then there was the sheer number of references to the "Grand Canyon," and no, not the geological wonder. One time was okay, but when it happened multiple times, that aforementioned eye-rolling started again.
Finally, I have to say that while I liked Canyon, who was a confident, smart, sexy, alpha male just like all Westmoreland men, I wasn't a huge fan of Keisha. Aside from the above and the constant wading through her issues, one of the main reasons (not the sole reason, but a significant one) that she gave for not telling Canyon that he had fathered a child was that she worried that he would have questioned whether or not the baby was his, and because of that, he lost 2 years with his son. Canyon may have been relatively quick to forgive her, but given the sheer number of "hero doesn't know he's a father" stories that I've read that were well-developed and made some kind of sense, the scenario behind this one didn't exactly engender my sympathy or understanding for Keisha.
I truly enjoy Ms. Jackson's books and would highly recommend most of them. That said, while I don't think that this was a bad installment in the series, it just had too many issues to be considered one of my favorites.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
July 23, 2013
The second of a new trilogy starring three Westmorelands who are impossible to resist: Zane, Canyon and Stern.
Last month we were introduced to Zane Westmoreland.. the silly man with commitment issues. This month we meet Canyon.. Don't you just love those names? The entire family has fun names.. Canyon got his cuz he was conceived at.. you guessed it The Grand Canyon!! Brenda Jackson writes wonderful stories about the Westmoreland Family.. each individual has a story of his or her own and makes you fall just a little bit more in love with them!!
Canyon Westmoreland is a pretty easy going guy. Living his life, happy with his family, knowing that someday he would marry and have kids.. just not yet. Life was good, then it got better and he was gob smacked in love.. ready to commit, ready to start life as a family man.. when a weird interaction with a family friend destroyed everything. Said friend, showed up at his home, crying on his shoulder then said she was leaving.. only she didn't instead she stripped and got into his bed.. when he walked out of the shower there was the "friend" and the love of his life.. Ready to believe what her eyes and her friend were telling her.. Canyon's life crashed that day..
Keisha Ashford doesn't trust easily.. if at all. If she trusts you, you get ONE chance, blow it and you are gone. So when she walks into their bedroom and finds what looks like a pretty obvious get together she is OUT of there.. Taking her secrets with her. Now almost three years later she is back in town with a toddler in tow.. All she wants is to live her life and make her son happy. What she doesn't want is to hear Canyon's rather pitiful excuses.. seriously, he wasn't sleeping with her? Puh Lease!
When Canyon has had enough he follows Keisha back to her home only to discover..
1. He had a son
2. Someone else is following her
3. Someone has trashed her home
Canyon is determined to know his son and that his family knows his son and if Keisha doesn't like it, well that's what the courts are for. But for now they are in danger and he needs to keep them safe.
Ms Jackson gets relationships..sure they have extreme situations to deal with but she is brilliant at getting to the heart of a problem and having her characters address it. While her additional plot lines can sometimes seem contrived, her reasons for having them make sense. These two hard headed individuals had to find a common ground. A reason to interact.. A reason for enforced togetherness.. because once they do, all sorts of issues come out of the wood work.
A really good read, a way to escape and let love solve everything with believable characters and fun secondary ones.. An excellent addition to Ms Jackson's Westmoreland Series
Shauni
This review is based on the ARC of Canyon provided by netgalley and scheduled for release on Aug 6, 2013
July 31, 2013
Canyon is an attorney that is determined to plead his case with his ex-girlfriend Keisha. She caught him in a compromising (very damning) situation with her best friend and was convinced that he was cheating on her. Canyon knows he was not cheating and he wants her to see reason.
Keisha knows what she saw and accepted her friend’s tearful apology. However, she will not tolerate being in love with a man who has been unfaithful. Her distrustful attitude towards men has a lot to do with the grudge she hold against her father for not acknowledging her when her mother told him about the pregnancy with Keisha. To her, it seems that men in her life continue to disappoint her.
----> full review posted at my blog Musings of an Opinionated Woman http://wp.me/p1P7gt-df
Seriousness aside, there is also a lot of funny moments and conversation that add depth to the characters’ personality. The funniest part of this book to me was part where Canyon was trying to explain why following Keisha was not stalking. I was laughing out loud because he was bordering on creeper and trying to justify why it was a good idea. His brothers/cousins/friends were sure he was going to end up in jail. The only reason why I did not get annoyed (because I do not think any guy should force himself on a woman for the sake of a relationship) was that he prevented a crime from being committed and probably saved her life. But he was walking a fine line for a minute there.
I am not usually one to read so many books from the same series. Nevertheless, I have read many of the Westmoreland, Madaris, and Steele series books (15 so far) because Brenda Jackson rarely disappoints with the storyline. My favorite series is Westmoreland. The plots are variations on the same type of scenario but each has its own special twists that keep me entertained. I enjoy all of the books in this series, but I especially like it when the couple has history. The love-at-first-sight scenario can get played out. As in the case with Canyon (The Westmorelands), when the couple has history, one or both of the main characters have trust issues. Good thing there are enough Westmoreland family members around to talk logic and reason into them.
I received a copy of this book from Netgalley in exchange for an honest review.
Keisha knows what she saw and accepted her friend’s tearful apology. However, she will not tolerate being in love with a man who has been unfaithful. Her distrustful attitude towards men has a lot to do with the grudge she hold against her father for not acknowledging her when her mother told him about the pregnancy with Keisha. To her, it seems that men in her life continue to disappoint her.
----> full review posted at my blog Musings of an Opinionated Woman http://wp.me/p1P7gt-df
Seriousness aside, there is also a lot of funny moments and conversation that add depth to the characters’ personality. The funniest part of this book to me was part where Canyon was trying to explain why following Keisha was not stalking. I was laughing out loud because he was bordering on creeper and trying to justify why it was a good idea. His brothers/cousins/friends were sure he was going to end up in jail. The only reason why I did not get annoyed (because I do not think any guy should force himself on a woman for the sake of a relationship) was that he prevented a crime from being committed and probably saved her life. But he was walking a fine line for a minute there.
I am not usually one to read so many books from the same series. Nevertheless, I have read many of the Westmoreland, Madaris, and Steele series books (15 so far) because Brenda Jackson rarely disappoints with the storyline. My favorite series is Westmoreland. The plots are variations on the same type of scenario but each has its own special twists that keep me entertained. I enjoy all of the books in this series, but I especially like it when the couple has history. The love-at-first-sight scenario can get played out. As in the case with Canyon (The Westmorelands), when the couple has history, one or both of the main characters have trust issues. Good thing there are enough Westmoreland family members around to talk logic and reason into them.
I received a copy of this book from Netgalley in exchange for an honest review.
August 3, 2013
4.5 Diva Starz
Synopsis: Years ago, Canyon Westmoreland let misunderstandings come between him and Keisha Ashford. But when Keisha returns to town with a two-year-old son, it's time to settle things once and for all. A blazing attraction still burns between them, and this time around, nothing will stop Canyon from claiming what is his—his woman and his child!
Review: The second installment in this Westmoreland trilogy was Canyon Westmoreland. Canyon is determined to find out why Keisha has been avoiding him and oh what a surprise he gets in the form of a bundling two-year-old son, Beau. Lies tore this couple apart and only love and trust can mend this relationship. Canyon must work to claim what he wants Keisha and Beau. Will past issues and hang-ups continue to keep this couple from happiness? Download your copy today and find out.
Another good read from Mrs. Jackson. She was able to craft a story where past and misplaced hang-ups can still hinder a couple’s happiness. She did a great job displaying Canyon’s emotions once he discovered he had a child and the reason behind Keisha never disclosing the information. Keisha’s development was noticeable in her stubborn streak and past issues allowing her to deny her son a relationship with his father. I thoroughly loved Beau and his one liner sentences…Daddy Dad. It was good to see a child in this series. The storyline flowed and stayed in line with the series. The setting coincided with Zane’s and also brought readers up to speed on the other Westmorelands. This was a good read.
Deborah A. Fortner
Urban Divaz Reviews
June 5, 2013
Okay, so where can I get me a Westmoreland man? Seriously, ladies these men are just plain awesome! Canyon might be the sexiest Westmoreland of all. He was so smooth and delicious. Read this quote That's just downright hot. And these men all love their women this way.
Brenda Jackson's Westmoreland family is so realistic. Each book, and this is the 26th Westmoreland novel, is a credit to her talent and writing gift. The characters are well rounded with all the human quirks and faults as well as their good points. Canyon and Keisha broke up years ago after being manipulated by a so called friend. This is the story of how the two found each other again with a bit of mystery and suspense thrown in.
Canyon is a well crafted story involving lies, misunderstandings and a powerful lesson on forgiveness. It took me a while in the story to forgive Keisha, because her actions and attitude really had me pissed off with her. Reluctantly, I got over it, even though I would be so much better for Canyon. Ms Jackson's Canyon does not disappoint in the romance area. Canyon is sensual and passionate without being overly erotic.
Good all around story that I recommend with four stars. 4 ****
Brenda Jackson's Westmoreland family is so realistic. Each book, and this is the 26th Westmoreland novel, is a credit to her talent and writing gift. The characters are well rounded with all the human quirks and faults as well as their good points. Canyon and Keisha broke up years ago after being manipulated by a so called friend. This is the story of how the two found each other again with a bit of mystery and suspense thrown in.
Canyon is a well crafted story involving lies, misunderstandings and a powerful lesson on forgiveness. It took me a while in the story to forgive Keisha, because her actions and attitude really had me pissed off with her. Reluctantly, I got over it, even though I would be so much better for Canyon. Ms Jackson's Canyon does not disappoint in the romance area. Canyon is sensual and passionate without being overly erotic.
Good all around story that I recommend with four stars. 4 ****
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February 9, 2017Canyon Westmoreland was livid. Not only had Keisha Ashford believed he had set out to harm her, she had the audacity to keep his son from him. He had every right. And he wanted answers. Keisha was ready for the weekend. She was on her way to pick up her son when she noticed two vehicles behind her that screamed road rage. When one of the drivers made his presence known, Keisha knew her weekend plans were not going to happen. Although she wanted nothing to do with Canyon, she was glad he had followed her home. And knew who to call. And kept her from entering the house. And insisted on keeping her and Beau safe.
She didn't trust him. He didn't trust her. But Keisha knew she lost when Canyon informed her that Beau would know his dad. And carry his father's name.
It's a fight to the finish with both lawyers arguing their point.
Jackson has been writing Westmoreland novels for years and her touch remains with the 25th book in this fun series.
Harlequin
August 2013
9780373732586
Harlequin Desire
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She didn't trust him. He didn't trust her. But Keisha knew she lost when Canyon informed her that Beau would know his dad. And carry his father's name.
It's a fight to the finish with both lawyers arguing their point.
Jackson has been writing Westmoreland novels for years and her touch remains with the 25th book in this fun series.
Harlequin
August 2013
9780373732586
Harlequin Desire
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December 31, 2020
Avery does a very good job narrating this latest Westmoreland book. He gives our very masculine Westmoreland's the voices to match.
Canyon Westmoreland knows that he has done nothing wrong. He knows that he had been framed for something he would never do. The problem is that with this came the loss of the one woman he could see his future with. That was until she came back to town and still would not give him the time of day. That was when he took drastic measures to make sure she would see him again and talk to him. The one in for the biggest surprise here was Canyon. He never thought to find another person was interested in talking to her also. This was one of the more intense Westmoreland romances. This time Canyon was fighting for not just Keshia but their love and future and her life. Brenda Jackson knows how to write a romance with family in mind. This one shows you just how much some families mean to each other. And that no matter what, they have each other backs through it all.
Canyon Westmoreland knows that he has done nothing wrong. He knows that he had been framed for something he would never do. The problem is that with this came the loss of the one woman he could see his future with. That was until she came back to town and still would not give him the time of day. That was when he took drastic measures to make sure she would see him again and talk to him. The one in for the biggest surprise here was Canyon. He never thought to find another person was interested in talking to her also. This was one of the more intense Westmoreland romances. This time Canyon was fighting for not just Keshia but their love and future and her life. Brenda Jackson knows how to write a romance with family in mind. This one shows you just how much some families mean to each other. And that no matter what, they have each other backs through it all.
June 15, 2013
Canyon knew Keisha left town when she thought he was being unfaithful. Then, two years later, she returns to Denver and resumes working at her former law office. After 10 months, they are no closer to discussing the reason she left, and Canyon needed her to believe his innocence. The day he follows her home from the office to talk about their past, a whole new mystery surfaces. Someone else is following her and her home is trashed....
I enjoyed the tension between Keisha and Canyon. Brenda did a wonderful job is balancing the story between their love story / romance and the mystery. The first book, Zane, made a terrific transition into this story line. The seamless transition makes is easy to pick up any of the books without being lost!
Brenda - thanks for another wonderful story!
My rating: A
4 out of 5 stars
I received a complimentary ecopy of Canyon from NetGalley and Harlequin Desire for my honest review.
I enjoyed the tension between Keisha and Canyon. Brenda did a wonderful job is balancing the story between their love story / romance and the mystery. The first book, Zane, made a terrific transition into this story line. The seamless transition makes is easy to pick up any of the books without being lost!
Brenda - thanks for another wonderful story!
My rating: A
4 out of 5 stars
I received a complimentary ecopy of Canyon from NetGalley and Harlequin Desire for my honest review.
August 10, 2013
This is the second in a trilogy that features three of the Westmoreland clan.
I understand that this is one of many in a long series, but there are multiple scenes and pages just explaining who is related to whom and why. Not to mention the children of the aforementioned and the siblings of wives or husbands.
Completely unnecessary.
Fans of the series will know who everyone is and new readers aren't left with anything to discover about the previous books because everything is squished into this little story. Sometimes less is more.
Whilst I can understand the cute name your character after a mountain, shrubbery, bush or body of water theme, I think naming Canyon's apparatus after a huge fissure in the Colorado Plateau is a bit much.
It is a quick breezy romantic read, suitable for a quick bout of relaxation or if you need a dose of male superiority to sweep you off your little ol' feet.
I received a copy of this book via NetGalley.
I understand that this is one of many in a long series, but there are multiple scenes and pages just explaining who is related to whom and why. Not to mention the children of the aforementioned and the siblings of wives or husbands.
Completely unnecessary.
Fans of the series will know who everyone is and new readers aren't left with anything to discover about the previous books because everything is squished into this little story. Sometimes less is more.
Whilst I can understand the cute name your character after a mountain, shrubbery, bush or body of water theme, I think naming Canyon's apparatus after a huge fissure in the Colorado Plateau is a bit much.
It is a quick breezy romantic read, suitable for a quick bout of relaxation or if you need a dose of male superiority to sweep you off your little ol' feet.
I received a copy of this book via NetGalley.
November 22, 2020
I really wanted to give this book five stars. See the spoiler information below to find out why I just couldn't
I enjoyed this book immensely. What was different about this one for me was the fact that the characters actually knew each other. They had history and genuinely cared for one another. It wasn't Insta-love, which is the MO of most Westmoreland stories. While that's great reading, this is a refreshing change.
I was enjoying this book so much and couldn't put it down until
I am so glad that this plot twist was introduced at the end of the story. Otherwise it would've taken away from my enjoyment. Overall - 4.5 stars.
I enjoyed this book immensely. What was different about this one for me was the fact that the characters actually knew each other. They had history and genuinely cared for one another. It wasn't Insta-love, which is the MO of most Westmoreland stories. While that's great reading, this is a refreshing change.
I was enjoying this book so much and couldn't put it down until
I am so glad that this plot twist was introduced at the end of the story. Otherwise it would've taken away from my enjoyment. Overall - 4.5 stars.
August 2, 2013
Canyon Westmoreland is the subject of the second book of a trilogy about the Colorado branch of this clan. Unlike some of his other family members, he is very clear about the woman he wants. Even after a misunderstanding involving infidelity breaks them apart and Keisha Ashford moves away suddenly, Canyon refuses to give up. Even if it means borderline stalking her upon her return to Denver three years later, when she won't meet with him. He finally catches up to her to discover that she has given birth to a son he knew nothing about. As is the Westmoreland way, he immediately makes plans to become a part of his son's life and hopefully Keisha's too.
The chemistry between Canyon and Keisha is palpable and undeniable even in the face of their almost mutual mistrust. Another Brenda Jackson winner!
The chemistry between Canyon and Keisha is palpable and undeniable even in the face of their almost mutual mistrust. Another Brenda Jackson winner!
June 10, 2013
Did. Not. Finish.
Ugh! This was annoying. First of all, look at the cover. You think, hmm a nice cowboy book, right?? WRONG! He is a flippin' attorney. I don't think you can get any further from a blue collar...
Second, if there was every an author so desparate a large series... this would be the one. There were so many damn characters that were introduced in such a way that you knew were going to have their own book/story if they didn't already. Series need to just happen. You can't just throw a bunch of people in the group so ensure that you will have more books. LAME!
ARC provided by NetGalley in exchange for an honest review
Ugh! This was annoying. First of all, look at the cover. You think, hmm a nice cowboy book, right?? WRONG! He is a flippin' attorney. I don't think you can get any further from a blue collar...
Second, if there was every an author so desparate a large series... this would be the one. There were so many damn characters that were introduced in such a way that you knew were going to have their own book/story if they didn't already. Series need to just happen. You can't just throw a bunch of people in the group so ensure that you will have more books. LAME!
ARC provided by NetGalley in exchange for an honest review
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