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A Fake Marriage Romance #1
The Cowboy's Fake Marriage
A designer who’s lost her job, a cowboy with a crumbling home, and a business arrangement that’s mutually beneficial.
When Grace Maddox breaks down in Willow Valley, Texas, she finds herself suddenly jobless and staying at a rundown bed and breakfast. The only benefit, besides the handsome and rugged cowboy who owns it, is the gorgeous old house that's begging to be restored. But when she overhears his ex threatening to force him to sell the place, she can’t help but rush in to save the place by claiming to be his fiancée.
Jackson Bellamy’s ex-wife leaves nothing but trouble in her wake. When she shows up at his family’s 1800s bed and breakfast and demands that he take her back or her father will foreclose on his property, he’s stuck between a rock and a hard place. But when his mysterious and pretty guest jumps to his rescue, his ex gives him the bad news that he has three months to sell the place or pay it off.
Now, Jackson and Grace must keep the illusion going as they work together to save the family home and maybe, in the process, save each other.
When Grace Maddox breaks down in Willow Valley, Texas, she finds herself suddenly jobless and staying at a rundown bed and breakfast. The only benefit, besides the handsome and rugged cowboy who owns it, is the gorgeous old house that's begging to be restored. But when she overhears his ex threatening to force him to sell the place, she can’t help but rush in to save the place by claiming to be his fiancée.
Jackson Bellamy’s ex-wife leaves nothing but trouble in her wake. When she shows up at his family’s 1800s bed and breakfast and demands that he take her back or her father will foreclose on his property, he’s stuck between a rock and a hard place. But when his mysterious and pretty guest jumps to his rescue, his ex gives him the bad news that he has three months to sell the place or pay it off.
Now, Jackson and Grace must keep the illusion going as they work together to save the family home and maybe, in the process, save each other.
330 pages, ebook
First published July 31, 2018
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August 22, 2018
I just finished this super cute book by Bree Livingston. The Cowboy's Fake Marriage is listed at 330 pages but it didn't seem that long to me. I flew through it.
I liked the characters, setting, and storyline. Like most romances, this was predictable but had enough twists and turns to keep me engaged. This is the 3rd book I've read by Bree and I will pick up another one.
With a meddling uncle, feisty heroine, and hardworking cowboy this one is a perfect fit for those who enjoy lighthearted romance.
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Content: Clean (just kissing)
Rating: 4 Stars
I liked the characters, setting, and storyline. Like most romances, this was predictable but had enough twists and turns to keep me engaged. This is the 3rd book I've read by Bree and I will pick up another one.
With a meddling uncle, feisty heroine, and hardworking cowboy this one is a perfect fit for those who enjoy lighthearted romance.
Source: Kindle Unlimited Borrow
Content: Clean (just kissing)
Rating: 4 Stars
September 4, 2018
"The Cowboy's Fake Marriage" is my first book by this author. I intend to put her on my reading list. However, I have a hard time justifying the five stars many reviewers awarded. Oddly enough, I appreciated that her cast of characters was much smaller than most and was appropriate for this book. That is a real plus for me. To keep things straight, I usually keep a notepad handy to keep track of the characters and their relationships. It was not necessary for this book. I enjoyed the general storyline and was pleased with the character development. I appreciated that the author kind of metered out background on the protagonists. Each time a new fact emerged, it added a layer of understanding into the character. Well done! I did not care, however, for the continual self-doubt and wavering self-confidence voiced by both protagonists throughout the book. Unfortunately, this created boredom with the text and caused the story to drag on and on. For my taste, the book would have been much improved by removing about 30 pages worth of this type of repetition and speed up the action. On the positive side, although I initially had a great dislike for the character, Hannah, and resented keeping her on stage, so to speak, as things turned out, there were some great lessons learned through her. Thus, another well done! On balance, I see a lot of potential in Ms. Livingston’s writing and look forward to reading her works in the future.
August 3, 2018
-‘I’m not interested in you like that. We’ll both keep a professional distance, and when the house is done, we’ll shake hands and part as friends.”’-
I like her! Grace is an awesome character. Kind, loyal, strong, not afraid to speak her mind and stand up for what’s right. She made me want to stand up and cheer. Go, Grace, go! Jackson is a great character too. He seems so sweet, strong and gentle, and hot!
This story was so great! It reminded me of some of my favourite authors’ works (a little bit of Cindy Roland Anderson, a bit of Karen Rock, a touch of Victorine Lieske ...), but also all Bree Livingston, which I’m so glad I discovered as I love everything she writes! Highly recommended. The Cowboy’s Fake Marriage is definitely worth the read. An enthusiastic 5 stars rating from me!
I like her! Grace is an awesome character. Kind, loyal, strong, not afraid to speak her mind and stand up for what’s right. She made me want to stand up and cheer. Go, Grace, go! Jackson is a great character too. He seems so sweet, strong and gentle, and hot!
This story was so great! It reminded me of some of my favourite authors’ works (a little bit of Cindy Roland Anderson, a bit of Karen Rock, a touch of Victorine Lieske ...), but also all Bree Livingston, which I’m so glad I discovered as I love everything she writes! Highly recommended. The Cowboy’s Fake Marriage is definitely worth the read. An enthusiastic 5 stars rating from me!
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July 17, 2019DNF at 25%
(My updates: There is nothing different here. The writing plods along, inoffensive and totally predictable. Grace is the perfect woman, Jackson the bumbling idiot who has no sense of design. Some peculiar phrases made me scratch my head. Mundane.)
My Review
Mundane (and peculiar) phrases: 'An average-height man wearing jeans and a denim button-up got out and approached her.'
and again: 'The car stopped next to his and an average-height woman with stick -straight raven hair got out of the car.'
What's with the 'average-height'? What IS 'average-height'??? It's dull, unimaginative writing. Are Grace and Jackson 'average-height'?
And what is 'stick-straight' hair? Sloppy writing.
I got fed up of reading how fabulous Grace was at design - and this is a women who removes stuck-on wallpaper with her fingernails?? Get real.
It needed serious editing and tightening up to get rid of repetitions:
Pg 77 As Grace stood back, she took in what would soon be a blank canvas, trying to gauge what would be both appealing and modern and yet fitting with the style of the home. What would make eating in that room the most appealing?
I didn't like the way Grace was portrayed as the perfect woman - capable of helping replace a fence, strip wallpaper, redesign a house and yet Jackson came across as a country bumpkin in a lot of respects.
I realised I didn't care about either character, so I left them to strip wallpaper with their fingernails ;)
Not rating at this moment. This had the feel of being written in a rush without much serious thought and even less editing. Meh.
(My updates: There is nothing different here. The writing plods along, inoffensive and totally predictable. Grace is the perfect woman, Jackson the bumbling idiot who has no sense of design. Some peculiar phrases made me scratch my head. Mundane.)
My Review
Mundane (and peculiar) phrases: 'An average-height man wearing jeans and a denim button-up got out and approached her.'
and again: 'The car stopped next to his and an average-height woman with stick -straight raven hair got out of the car.'
What's with the 'average-height'? What IS 'average-height'??? It's dull, unimaginative writing. Are Grace and Jackson 'average-height'?
And what is 'stick-straight' hair? Sloppy writing.
I got fed up of reading how fabulous Grace was at design - and this is a women who removes stuck-on wallpaper with her fingernails?? Get real.
It needed serious editing and tightening up to get rid of repetitions:
Pg 77 As Grace stood back, she took in what would soon be a blank canvas, trying to gauge what would be both appealing and modern and yet fitting with the style of the home. What would make eating in that room the most appealing?
I didn't like the way Grace was portrayed as the perfect woman - capable of helping replace a fence, strip wallpaper, redesign a house and yet Jackson came across as a country bumpkin in a lot of respects.
I realised I didn't care about either character, so I left them to strip wallpaper with their fingernails ;)
Not rating at this moment. This had the feel of being written in a rush without much serious thought and even less editing. Meh.
April 13, 2019
Cute clean read
I've been in a bit of a reading funk lately. But I found a deal for Kindle Unlimited and hoped that it might help me get back to my love of reading. This title was my first pick. It is a cute, clean romance, which is just what I needed.
Grace and Jackson both are dealing with heartbreak and really aren't looking for a relationship. Then Jackson's ex makes an appearance and Grace impulsively announces their engagement. It's a romance so we know the ultimate ending, but the road there was bumpy but at the same time interesting.
Both characters had a lot of insecurities and issues to work with that did get a little old. But it was needed for the character growth. And I just wanted to shake both of them from time to time. In the end, I was rooting for them to find their happily ever after.
i enjoyed this book enough that I'm grabbing the next book in the series. I shed a couple tears and laughed out loud... I definitely recommend.
I've been in a bit of a reading funk lately. But I found a deal for Kindle Unlimited and hoped that it might help me get back to my love of reading. This title was my first pick. It is a cute, clean romance, which is just what I needed.
Grace and Jackson both are dealing with heartbreak and really aren't looking for a relationship. Then Jackson's ex makes an appearance and Grace impulsively announces their engagement. It's a romance so we know the ultimate ending, but the road there was bumpy but at the same time interesting.
Both characters had a lot of insecurities and issues to work with that did get a little old. But it was needed for the character growth. And I just wanted to shake both of them from time to time. In the end, I was rooting for them to find their happily ever after.
i enjoyed this book enough that I'm grabbing the next book in the series. I shed a couple tears and laughed out loud... I definitely recommend.
July 18, 2019
A beautiful story
Grace was going to Abilene to a future customer about designing the interior of their home when her breaks down outside of Willow Valley, the mechanic offers his nephew's place to stay. Jackson is trying to fix the pasture fencing when he uncle calls. What starts off a her helping him, turns into so much more.
Grace was going to Abilene to a future customer about designing the interior of their home when her breaks down outside of Willow Valley, the mechanic offers his nephew's place to stay. Jackson is trying to fix the pasture fencing when he uncle calls. What starts off a her helping him, turns into so much more.
July 31, 2019
The Cowboy's Fake Marriage was such a fun and sweet read. It was fast paced and kept your attention from the beginning.
Jackson's life has left him feeling unworthy. His parents abandoned him and his brother as a children only to have his father come back and take his brother only. And then there was his wife. Not only did she cheat on him but she made it clear that he was her biggest mistake and a waste of her time. Jackson cut his losses and went back home to live the life he was meant to live. The uncle that raised him didn't want the run down family bed and breakfast. As the agreement went if Uncle Quincy didn't want it it would go to Jackson when he turned 30. Jackson just knew that he could make a go of it if he could just overcome the hurdles from his ex and her dad.
Grace lost her fiance in an accident and just needed to get away. How she took a wrong turn and ended up in Willow Valley she has no idea. But, there she is - car broke down and nothing left to do but keep moving forward. Just her luck the kind stranger that helped her out also had a nephew that was fixing up a bed and breakfast. It may not be ready for the public but there was plenty of room for Grace.
I loved how Grace immediately fell in love with the old rundown place and got so excited about all of the possibilities. Jackson really appreciated all of the things that made Grace different and special. He was just about the perfect character. Compassionate and kind but also not afraid to speak his mind and be assertive when necessary. Grace definitely had no problem speaking her mind which came in quite handy since Jackson's ex-wife kept popping in begging him to take her back.
As I said this book was sweet and fun. Did it have some far-fetched spots? Yes, but if you go into it just wanting a fun book that will suck you in, make you chuckle and make you swoon a little this book is for you.
Jackson's life has left him feeling unworthy. His parents abandoned him and his brother as a children only to have his father come back and take his brother only. And then there was his wife. Not only did she cheat on him but she made it clear that he was her biggest mistake and a waste of her time. Jackson cut his losses and went back home to live the life he was meant to live. The uncle that raised him didn't want the run down family bed and breakfast. As the agreement went if Uncle Quincy didn't want it it would go to Jackson when he turned 30. Jackson just knew that he could make a go of it if he could just overcome the hurdles from his ex and her dad.
Grace lost her fiance in an accident and just needed to get away. How she took a wrong turn and ended up in Willow Valley she has no idea. But, there she is - car broke down and nothing left to do but keep moving forward. Just her luck the kind stranger that helped her out also had a nephew that was fixing up a bed and breakfast. It may not be ready for the public but there was plenty of room for Grace.
I loved how Grace immediately fell in love with the old rundown place and got so excited about all of the possibilities. Jackson really appreciated all of the things that made Grace different and special. He was just about the perfect character. Compassionate and kind but also not afraid to speak his mind and be assertive when necessary. Grace definitely had no problem speaking her mind which came in quite handy since Jackson's ex-wife kept popping in begging him to take her back.
As I said this book was sweet and fun. Did it have some far-fetched spots? Yes, but if you go into it just wanting a fun book that will suck you in, make you chuckle and make you swoon a little this book is for you.
August 20, 2019
I didnt think I'd like a cowboy romance book but I loved this! I do love the fake dating trope so that pulled me in to try it. Both Jackson and Grace are dealing with heartbreak on top of troubles. Grace's car broke down leaving her stranded in the middle of nowhere Texas and Jackson inherited 300 acres of land and an old B&B that's seen better days with a large looming mortgage payment over his head. They team up to help each other out only Jackson's ex shows up wanting him back and telling him he needs to sell the land. To throw off Hannah, Jackson's ex, Grace proclaims that they're engaged, as a ploy to get Hannah to leave Jackson alone.
I couldn't wait to see what happened in the book and I loved Grace's passion and Jackson's kindness. They were perfect for each other.
I couldn't wait to see what happened in the book and I loved Grace's passion and Jackson's kindness. They were perfect for each other.
September 3, 2019
This was truly a simple loving read for me. The way Grace finds herself lost while driving to an assignment and then how her rescuer plays matchmaker for her and his nephew is quite hilarious. Throw in an impulsive Grace and a suspicious ex-wife about their engagement helps create sparks between Jackson and Grace. Truly a lovely read.
August 13, 2019
Two broken hearts
Grace and Jackson have both been unlucky in love. Maybe they will do better rehabbing an old B&B. Then his x wife decides to help with the work. How bad can this get?
Grace and Jackson have both been unlucky in love. Maybe they will do better rehabbing an old B&B. Then his x wife decides to help with the work. How bad can this get?
September 10, 2019
All the feels
Oh man, this book was all the things! I laughed, I cried, I really hated the ex. I loved clean passion. I could have used a bit more of a faith element, but it was clean, wholesome, above board reading. I absolutely loved it.Now I really need to read Hannah's story.
Oh man, this book was all the things! I laughed, I cried, I really hated the ex. I loved clean passion. I could have used a bit more of a faith element, but it was clean, wholesome, above board reading. I absolutely loved it.Now I really need to read Hannah's story.
August 30, 2018
Grace and Jackson
Grace Maddox is an interior decorator on her way to a job but somehow, her GPS sent her in the wrong direction. When her car breaks down in the middle of nowhere she has no idea what to do. She eventually gets picked up by a kind older gentleman who takes her to his nephews run down bed & breakfast.
Jackson Bellamy is a former rodeo champion who is still reeling from his divorce a year earlier. He has inherited the bed & breakfast from his grandparents and is trying to get it in shape to start using it again. When his uncle pulls into his driveway with a beautiful woman he believes that he’s being set up again and he’s not happy. But when he finds out she’s an interior decorator and she loves the old house he’s willing to put up with her until the renovations are completed.
Both Jackson and Grace are hiding secrets. Will they learn to trust each other enough to let go and learn to love again or will their “relationship” end when the house is finished?
Grace Maddox is an interior decorator on her way to a job but somehow, her GPS sent her in the wrong direction. When her car breaks down in the middle of nowhere she has no idea what to do. She eventually gets picked up by a kind older gentleman who takes her to his nephews run down bed & breakfast.
Jackson Bellamy is a former rodeo champion who is still reeling from his divorce a year earlier. He has inherited the bed & breakfast from his grandparents and is trying to get it in shape to start using it again. When his uncle pulls into his driveway with a beautiful woman he believes that he’s being set up again and he’s not happy. But when he finds out she’s an interior decorator and she loves the old house he’s willing to put up with her until the renovations are completed.
Both Jackson and Grace are hiding secrets. Will they learn to trust each other enough to let go and learn to love again or will their “relationship” end when the house is finished?
February 5, 2021
Cute & quick read!
Grace has lost her fiancé and is blaming herself. So, she's buried herself in work but has lost her passion for interior design.
Jackson has an old historic home that was once a B & B that he inherited. His ex-wife's father has threatened to foreclose if he doesn't remarry his cheating ex-wife.
Enter Quincy, Jackson's meddling uncle.
With the help of Quincy, Jackson & Grace are thrown together. Now, what happens next could be the salvation of both or their total annihilation!
Since this is a light-hearted read, we know this is a HEA! It was nice to see Jackson & Grace fall in love. This reminded me of a saying, "sparks bring you together and sustenance keeps you together," or something like that. It is very true in this read. The main characters are seriously crushing each other however, over time the sparks develop into something more akin to a blossoming flower!
It was sweet!
Grace has lost her fiancé and is blaming herself. So, she's buried herself in work but has lost her passion for interior design.
Jackson has an old historic home that was once a B & B that he inherited. His ex-wife's father has threatened to foreclose if he doesn't remarry his cheating ex-wife.
Enter Quincy, Jackson's meddling uncle.
With the help of Quincy, Jackson & Grace are thrown together. Now, what happens next could be the salvation of both or their total annihilation!
Since this is a light-hearted read, we know this is a HEA! It was nice to see Jackson & Grace fall in love. This reminded me of a saying, "sparks bring you together and sustenance keeps you together," or something like that. It is very true in this read. The main characters are seriously crushing each other however, over time the sparks develop into something more akin to a blossoming flower!
It was sweet!
January 12, 2023
I stayed up till 3 am reading this book and finished it in one sitting! It was really good but not one I'd call a favorite.
I liked the characters, and they had amazing chemistry. I felt for them and liked how their backstories were slowly unfolded. I loved how Grace was extremely passionate and would speak her mind about anything and everything. But the best part was that Jackson loved those things about her. He didn't think they were her flaws like her deceased fiancé did, and that made me really admire Jackson's character. Jackson's ex-wife was a total pain in the rear, but I'm glad she finally just moved on despite the fact that she's the one who ruined their marriage. Jackson's uncle was brilliant! I love a good matchmaking relative; it gives a story a fun element.
The romance in this story was face paced and very much an insta love. I'm not entirely sure if two people actually can fall in love like that in two weeks, but I guess anything is possible, especially when you literally spend every waking moment with that person. And to take the 'especially' even further--especially when you have to kiss that said person because you're pretending to be their fiancé.
But when it's all said and done, I thought this was a fun, face paced read and I enjoyed it!
I liked the characters, and they had amazing chemistry. I felt for them and liked how their backstories were slowly unfolded. I loved how Grace was extremely passionate and would speak her mind about anything and everything. But the best part was that Jackson loved those things about her. He didn't think they were her flaws like her deceased fiancé did, and that made me really admire Jackson's character. Jackson's ex-wife was a total pain in the rear, but I'm glad she finally just moved on despite the fact that she's the one who ruined their marriage. Jackson's uncle was brilliant! I love a good matchmaking relative; it gives a story a fun element.
The romance in this story was face paced and very much an insta love. I'm not entirely sure if two people actually can fall in love like that in two weeks, but I guess anything is possible, especially when you literally spend every waking moment with that person. And to take the 'especially' even further--especially when you have to kiss that said person because you're pretending to be their fiancé.
But when it's all said and done, I thought this was a fun, face paced read and I enjoyed it!
July 26, 2019
3.5 Stars for this story about a fake marriage between a designer and a cowboy. Grace and Jackson were both likable and I could feel their chemistry. It was refreshing that the author allowed their relationship to develop instead of having instant love. This is a “clean” read and I would have preferred a book with a PG 13 rating. I thought for their ages, they should have been more open with their feelings, as at times it almost felt they were playing a game with each other. I was pleasantly surprised the book didn’t follow a typical plot where the Ex-wife would have put Jackson in a compromising position that would have sent Grace running. In summary this romance story set in Texas shows in true love each person can totally be themselves and be loved without any conditions or having to change their personalities.
January 4, 2019
And Things Are Not What They Seem
Grace is JUST an interior decorator. Riiight.
Jackson is JUST a cowboy. Riiight.
Grace is one of the most talented interior decorators in Texas.
Jackson was a top rodeo rider until he quit because he wanted a family.
Hannah was just interested in his glory and what she got out of it. So when he left the glory and went home to Nowhere, Texas, she cheated on him. Their divorce was final more than a year ago. So why is she back?
Where she saw terminal boredom, Grace sees scads of potential.
But is it enough?
Once again, Livingston draws a vivid picture the an area she knows well, with characters made believable and a situation that has undoubtedly happened more than once.
Recommended for those who like clean and interesting romance.
Grace is JUST an interior decorator. Riiight.
Jackson is JUST a cowboy. Riiight.
Grace is one of the most talented interior decorators in Texas.
Jackson was a top rodeo rider until he quit because he wanted a family.
Hannah was just interested in his glory and what she got out of it. So when he left the glory and went home to Nowhere, Texas, she cheated on him. Their divorce was final more than a year ago. So why is she back?
Where she saw terminal boredom, Grace sees scads of potential.
But is it enough?
Once again, Livingston draws a vivid picture the an area she knows well, with characters made believable and a situation that has undoubtedly happened more than once.
Recommended for those who like clean and interesting romance.
October 23, 2018
I really liked this book
This is the first book I've read by this author and I quite liked it. I thought Jackson and Grace's relationship was cute. The writing was pretty good for the most part. A few funny lines which I liked. I liked how they both had strengths and weaknesses but complimented each other with their personalities. I liked the perspective of what one person sees as weakness could be strength to another and people can change. The doubts and fears made sense and made the story more real. I thought it was co that Hannah was able to change and improve as well. Overall a cute, fun enjoyable story. Looking forward to the next in the series.
This is the first book I've read by this author and I quite liked it. I thought Jackson and Grace's relationship was cute. The writing was pretty good for the most part. A few funny lines which I liked. I liked how they both had strengths and weaknesses but complimented each other with their personalities. I liked the perspective of what one person sees as weakness could be strength to another and people can change. The doubts and fears made sense and made the story more real. I thought it was co that Hannah was able to change and improve as well. Overall a cute, fun enjoyable story. Looking forward to the next in the series.
July 17, 2024
Grace, an interior designer, was on her way to an interview when her Mustang broke down outside of Willow Valley, Texas. Quincy, the owner of the Fix It Shop, took her to town. Jackson, his nephew, owned a B & B and he called him to come take her there for the night. When she gets to the B & B, she pretends to be engaged to Jackson to get rid of Hannah, Jackson's ex-wife, who had shown up. Grace agrees to help Jackson fix up the B & B for just her room and board. Things look promising until Hannah comes back and agrees to stay and help them fix the house hoping to get Jackson back. Cute love story and worth the time to see the outcome!
August 4, 2018
Loved this book! Grace seems like an incredibly independent woman who knows who she is and what she wants, but she really is broken from her last relationship. Jackson is also trying to heal and move on from a bad relationship. Neither are looking for love, but they quickly become partners and friends. There is immediate attraction between them, even though they are both determined to ignore it. I loved both Grace and Jackson! They are both kind good-hearted people with a little bit (sometimes a lot) of sass. They are great together and bring out the best in each other.
July 17, 2019
Had a hard time putting it down.
Grace and Jackson were such wonderful characters! I will be honest I usually have 3 to 5 books going at one time. I started this gem just before dinner last night when I was able to get back to it instead of reading one of the other books I just had to finish this book. The author did an excellent job of showing two souls who felt they were not accepted and then finding that one who really saw them. Uncle Quincy was awesome and Hannah a true brat. I highly recommend you pick this one up.
Grace and Jackson were such wonderful characters! I will be honest I usually have 3 to 5 books going at one time. I started this gem just before dinner last night when I was able to get back to it instead of reading one of the other books I just had to finish this book. The author did an excellent job of showing two souls who felt they were not accepted and then finding that one who really saw them. Uncle Quincy was awesome and Hannah a true brat. I highly recommend you pick this one up.
July 18, 2019
Fun read
I enjoyed the book. It was sweet, honest (kinda), and a breath of fresh air. The story even had a villain. Books always need someone you love to hate.
Five stars for keeping me entertained. I only found one thing wrong....
A problem with the story. There is a offer for 6 million on the property. He owes $100,000. The numbers don't add up. He can always obtain another mortgage. Any bank would jump at a chance to hold the note when there is a $5,900,000 prize at the end if he does pay. Doesn't matter. Because the book ended with a happily ever after
I enjoyed the book. It was sweet, honest (kinda), and a breath of fresh air. The story even had a villain. Books always need someone you love to hate.
Five stars for keeping me entertained. I only found one thing wrong....
A problem with the story. There is a offer for 6 million on the property. He owes $100,000. The numbers don't add up. He can always obtain another mortgage. Any bank would jump at a chance to hold the note when there is a $5,900,000 prize at the end if he does pay. Doesn't matter. Because the book ended with a happily ever after
August 2, 2018
I truly enjoyed reading this book!
The Cowboy's Fake Marriage is an engaging, feel good romance. Great characters & romance makes the
perfect summer read.
Jackson's main focus to to restore
his family's B & B from1800's, he inherited.
Grace her on her way to a new clients appointment, till her car breaks down.
With help from a kind stranger, he helps with her car & sets a place to stay.
I loved everything about the book!
Jackson & Grace steal your heart from the very first pages to the last.
The Cowboy's Fake Marriage is an engaging, feel good romance. Great characters & romance makes the
perfect summer read.
Jackson's main focus to to restore
his family's B & B from1800's, he inherited.
Grace her on her way to a new clients appointment, till her car breaks down.
With help from a kind stranger, he helps with her car & sets a place to stay.
I loved everything about the book!
Jackson & Grace steal your heart from the very first pages to the last.
August 11, 2018
Unlikely - but so what?
It's so improbable as to border on impossible, but it's fun & flirty - a new guilty pleasure. It was immediately engaging & I couldn't put it down till I finished it. It does prolong the miscommunication/misunderstanding trope a bit too much, but thankfully the resolution followed quite quickly from there.
It's not original, but it does what's been done before very well! Two thumbs up!
Clean romance level: Passionate kissing
It's so improbable as to border on impossible, but it's fun & flirty - a new guilty pleasure. It was immediately engaging & I couldn't put it down till I finished it. It does prolong the miscommunication/misunderstanding trope a bit too much, but thankfully the resolution followed quite quickly from there.
It's not original, but it does what's been done before very well! Two thumbs up!
Clean romance level: Passionate kissing
August 3, 2019
4 strs
I purchased a copy of the novel The Cowboy's Fake Marriage: A Sweet Fake Marriage Romance Book One by Bree Livingston and this review was given freely.
Struggling Texas interior designer Grace and rancher Jackson find peace,love and closure after their past failed relationships. An interfering uncle,a possessive ex and a little horse related drama add interest to this home rehab based romance with a happy ending..
I purchased a copy of the novel The Cowboy's Fake Marriage: A Sweet Fake Marriage Romance Book One by Bree Livingston and this review was given freely.
Struggling Texas interior designer Grace and rancher Jackson find peace,love and closure after their past failed relationships. An interfering uncle,a possessive ex and a little horse related drama add interest to this home rehab based romance with a happy ending..
October 26, 2020
Emotional interesting impressive
What better way to get rid of an ex-wife than pretend to find a new fiancé. Oh my! When you get caught up in the emotions of oretend, you start to cross too may lines. What happens then? What could go wrong? Read to find out, you won't be sorry. Jackson and Grace have their ups and downs, but this was an adorable story about the. Highly recommended to anyone to read. Clean storyline with impressive results.
What better way to get rid of an ex-wife than pretend to find a new fiancé. Oh my! When you get caught up in the emotions of oretend, you start to cross too may lines. What happens then? What could go wrong? Read to find out, you won't be sorry. Jackson and Grace have their ups and downs, but this was an adorable story about the. Highly recommended to anyone to read. Clean storyline with impressive results.
February 16, 2021
Cute story about accidentally finding your perfect match
Cute read, though im not sure how realistic it was with the ex staying in the same house. I liked the mcs personalities. They were good together. Im glad they finally admitted their feelings for each other because I was getting tired of the back and forth. Some typos toward the end. Clean and sweet. Im starting on the next book in the series right now!
Cute read, though im not sure how realistic it was with the ex staying in the same house. I liked the mcs personalities. They were good together. Im glad they finally admitted their feelings for each other because I was getting tired of the back and forth. Some typos toward the end. Clean and sweet. Im starting on the next book in the series right now!
February 12, 2022
This book was good. I loved that it took place in a small town. I loved that they were renovating his old homeplace. Loved all the characters. His uncle was a character and made me laugh. I wanted to hate his ex-wife but I actually ended up liking her in the end. Very sweet romance book and a quick read. I've loved all the fake marriage books in this series. Not a bad one in the series. Hard to tell which one is my favorite.
April 11, 2025
A cowboy gets his a second chance at love.
Enjoyed being with this author again. Jackson and Grace story was sweet. She was the right fit for him. But both had issues to work through. She loved his old house. They had fun restoring it. Hannah his ex and her father were real pieces of work. Grace definitely put her in her place. So happy how the fake engagement turned into marriage. Looking for Logan story now.Will read more in this series.
Enjoyed being with this author again. Jackson and Grace story was sweet. She was the right fit for him. But both had issues to work through. She loved his old house. They had fun restoring it. Hannah his ex and her father were real pieces of work. Grace definitely put her in her place. So happy how the fake engagement turned into marriage. Looking for Logan story now.Will read more in this series.
August 14, 2018
Only fake until it's real...
This was a fun read...sweet and clean but sassy too. Kisses were a bit more descriptive than you usually find in the "sweet/clean" genre, so I'd you like that you'll love this book! The characters fight to overcome circumstances beyond their control and in doing so, fall in love.
This was a fun read...sweet and clean but sassy too. Kisses were a bit more descriptive than you usually find in the "sweet/clean" genre, so I'd you like that you'll love this book! The characters fight to overcome circumstances beyond their control and in doing so, fall in love.
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