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Blue Sage
What do you do when a woman literally lands at your feet?
Braden Delaney has taken over the family cattle business after the death of his father, but faced with difficult financial decisions, he contemplates selling a portion of the massive Delaney ranch holdings known as Whisper Rock, a place of unusual occurrences. The sudden appearance of a pretty relic-hunter while he’s collecting his livestock, however, is about to change his mind.
Archaeologist Audrey Driggs arrives in the remote wilderness of Northern Arizona for clues to a life-altering experience from her childhood. When she rolls off a mountain and lands at the feet of rugged cowboy Braden Delaney, it’s clear she needs his knowledge of the area to complete her quest. But if she tells him the truth, will he think she’s crazy?
Together, they’ll uncover a long-lost secret.
This long novella was previously published in the anthology A COWBOY TO KEEP, and is loosely tied to Kristy’s novel ANCIENT WINDS, Book 3 in her Pathway Series.
Braden Delaney has taken over the family cattle business after the death of his father, but faced with difficult financial decisions, he contemplates selling a portion of the massive Delaney ranch holdings known as Whisper Rock, a place of unusual occurrences. The sudden appearance of a pretty relic-hunter while he’s collecting his livestock, however, is about to change his mind.
Archaeologist Audrey Driggs arrives in the remote wilderness of Northern Arizona for clues to a life-altering experience from her childhood. When she rolls off a mountain and lands at the feet of rugged cowboy Braden Delaney, it’s clear she needs his knowledge of the area to complete her quest. But if she tells him the truth, will he think she’s crazy?
Together, they’ll uncover a long-lost secret.
This long novella was previously published in the anthology A COWBOY TO KEEP, and is loosely tied to Kristy’s novel ANCIENT WINDS, Book 3 in her Pathway Series.
110 pages, Kindle Edition
Published May 29, 2018
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About the author
Kristy McCaffrey
71 books518 followersKristy McCaffrey writes historical western romances brimming with grit and emotion, as well as romantic contemporary adventures. Her work is filled with smoldering romance, compelling heroes, determined heroines, and her trademark mysticism.
Although she holds a bachelor's and master's degree in mechanical engineering, she shifted to being a stay-at-home mom and part-time writer until her four children were grown. Now she runs her writing business full-time while enjoying the perks of being the boss, which mostly entails playing with her grandchildren whenever the opportunity arises.
Her first novel, The Wren, was a CAPA winner for Best New Author Traditional, a Texas Gold finalist, and a HOLT Medallion finalist for Best First Book. The Sparrow was a 2012 Winter Rose Winner. The Blackbird won the 2015 Laramie award for Best in Western Romance. Her contemporary adventure, Cold Horizon, was a 2021 National Excellence in Romance Fiction winner, and Ancient Winds was a 2022 HOLT Medallion finalist.
An Arizona native, Kristy resides in the desert north of Phoenix with her husband and rescue mutt - an American Bulldog named Jeb. Sign up for her newsletter at http://kmccaffrey.com/subscribe/ to receive her latest book news as well as subscriber-only content.
Kristy is a member of Novelists Inc.
Although she holds a bachelor's and master's degree in mechanical engineering, she shifted to being a stay-at-home mom and part-time writer until her four children were grown. Now she runs her writing business full-time while enjoying the perks of being the boss, which mostly entails playing with her grandchildren whenever the opportunity arises.
Her first novel, The Wren, was a CAPA winner for Best New Author Traditional, a Texas Gold finalist, and a HOLT Medallion finalist for Best First Book. The Sparrow was a 2012 Winter Rose Winner. The Blackbird won the 2015 Laramie award for Best in Western Romance. Her contemporary adventure, Cold Horizon, was a 2021 National Excellence in Romance Fiction winner, and Ancient Winds was a 2022 HOLT Medallion finalist.
An Arizona native, Kristy resides in the desert north of Phoenix with her husband and rescue mutt - an American Bulldog named Jeb. Sign up for her newsletter at http://kmccaffrey.com/subscribe/ to receive her latest book news as well as subscriber-only content.
Kristy is a member of Novelists Inc.
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May 5, 2021
I want MORE!
I have read many of Kristy us books starting with Deep Blue, and have thoroughly enjoyed all of them! Blue Sage, however, was, well, it was simply way too short! Yes, it certainly covered all the bases and is, in my humble opinion, the best of the short stories. BUT, I don't want this one to be a short story! I am way too invested in Bradon and Audrey, I want to know more about them. More adventures please! More visits by Thaddeus! More discoveries. A novel please.
I have read many of Kristy us books starting with Deep Blue, and have thoroughly enjoyed all of them! Blue Sage, however, was, well, it was simply way too short! Yes, it certainly covered all the bases and is, in my humble opinion, the best of the short stories. BUT, I don't want this one to be a short story! I am way too invested in Bradon and Audrey, I want to know more about them. More adventures please! More visits by Thaddeus! More discoveries. A novel please.
September 1, 2018
Yes,yes,yes!!!!!
Oh my gosh, I LOVED this story!!!! being an Anthropology/ archeology major trained at ASU, this really hit home! The humor in the book is wonderful (I want her shirts!) There is adventure, abundant emotions and a great all around story!!! Grab a couple of tissues and read this book!!!! 💘💘💘💘💘💘💘
Oh my gosh, I LOVED this story!!!! being an Anthropology/ archeology major trained at ASU, this really hit home! The humor in the book is wonderful (I want her shirts!) There is adventure, abundant emotions and a great all around story!!! Grab a couple of tissues and read this book!!!! 💘💘💘💘💘💘💘
September 19, 2021
Audrey & Braden
Audrey meets Braden when she falls off a mountain ledge at his feet. She, as a child, had recovered from a brain tumor on that very mountain.
Characterization and plotting are excellent.
Audrey meets Braden when she falls off a mountain ledge at his feet. She, as a child, had recovered from a brain tumor on that very mountain.
Characterization and plotting are excellent.
July 1, 2018
Blue Sage!
This is another wonderful book by a favorite author. Well written, good storyline with characters that I liked. I enjoyed following them to their HEA. JudyE
This is another wonderful book by a favorite author. Well written, good storyline with characters that I liked. I enjoyed following them to their HEA. JudyE
November 6, 2018
Mystery
Great read. I think anyone would enjoy this author, her writing comes alive, I would call this a mystery more than a romance.
Great read. I think anyone would enjoy this author, her writing comes alive, I would call this a mystery more than a romance.
October 28, 2019
Wow, what a story! Loved this story line, the main characters were extremely likeable and the hint of the paranormal added a depth to this story that was....awesome.
December 5, 2019
I thoroughly enjoyed this enchanting story. Audrey is an anthropologist and Braden a rancher/cowboy. They couldn't be more different. When Audrey rolls off of a mountain and lands at Braden's feet, you just know this will be no ordinary tale. Well developed characters, an awesome Arizona setting and a healthy dollop of the paranormal kept me turning the pages to see what would happen next.
Don't miss this 5 star read!
Don't miss this 5 star read!
July 21, 2018
I enjoyed reading this book. It was a very romantic western romance with some surprises popping up that I wasn't expecting.
I would recommend the book for a very entertaining read.
I would recommend the book for a very entertaining read.
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