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King Creek Cowboys #2
Country Thunder
Miranda Hawthorne has made a new start in the small town of King Creek, Arizona. She’s a horse therapist who works with children and adults with disabilities and is perfectly fine being single and living a fulfilling life helping others. After what her ex put her through, she doesn’t need a man, thank you very much.
A stallion threw Justin McLeod’s daughter, and she hasn’t been able to get back on a horse. On recommendation, he takes his daughter to a horse therapist to help her work up her courage to ride again. The moment Justin meets the beautiful Miranda, he knows he needs to get to know her better. A lot better.
Miranda is determined to keep her distance and stay single. Justin is determined to break down all her barriers and show her she belongs with him.
A stallion threw Justin McLeod’s daughter, and she hasn’t been able to get back on a horse. On recommendation, he takes his daughter to a horse therapist to help her work up her courage to ride again. The moment Justin meets the beautiful Miranda, he knows he needs to get to know her better. A lot better.
Miranda is determined to keep her distance and stay single. Justin is determined to break down all her barriers and show her she belongs with him.
207 pages, Kindle Edition
First published May 14, 2020
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Cheyenne McCray
163 books1,764 followersCheyenne McCray fell in love with reading and writing early, deciding in kindergarten that one day she would become an author. Today, she is an award-winning New York Times and USA Today bestselling fiction author who’s sold millions of books worldwide. Having published more than 100 novels and novellas in contemporary and paranormal romance, urban fantasy and romantic suspense, she is now also writing cozy mysteries as Deb Ries.
Chey grew up on a ranch in southeastern Arizona and delights in creating stories of suspense, love, and redemption with characters and worlds her readers can get lost in. Chey and her equally geeky husband live with their two dogs, six ducks (the neighborhood celebrities), and a small flock of chickens in a small Arizona town where she enjoys gardening, crazy quilting and, of course, writing.
Find out more about Chey, how to contact her, and her books at https://cheyennemccray.com.
Chey grew up on a ranch in southeastern Arizona and delights in creating stories of suspense, love, and redemption with characters and worlds her readers can get lost in. Chey and her equally geeky husband live with their two dogs, six ducks (the neighborhood celebrities), and a small flock of chickens in a small Arizona town where she enjoys gardening, crazy quilting and, of course, writing.
Find out more about Chey, how to contact her, and her books at https://cheyennemccray.com.
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June 4, 2020
Miranda Hawthorne is new in the town of King Creek .. a horse therapist who works with kids and those with disabilities. Because of an abusive husband, she had had enough, filed for divorce and fled to where she resides now.
One of her new clients is a 12-year-old girl, Kaycee, who used to love riding horses. She got thrown and broke her collarbone. Since then, she doesn't want anything to do with horses. Her father sets her up to see Miranda, to see if she can help her daughter get over her fear.
When Miranda meets the girl's father, Justin McLeod, she is instantly attracted. Still waiting for her divorce papers, she is determined to keep her distance. She's still trying to get over her last relationship ..she's not near ready to start a new one.
But Justin is just as determined to get through her barriers and show her how much she means to him. The fly in the ointment ... he doesn't know that she is still married.
This is a well written sizzling contemporary romance with extremely likeable characters. There is a little suspense surrounding Miranda's still-husband, otherwise a steamy romantic romp. The intimate interludes sizzle like an Arizona summer .... which is where this story is situated. It's a short read ... great for a lazy afternoon of reading.
Many thanks to the author for the digital copy of this Western Romance. Read and reviewed voluntarily, opinions expressed here are unbiased and entirely my own.
One of her new clients is a 12-year-old girl, Kaycee, who used to love riding horses. She got thrown and broke her collarbone. Since then, she doesn't want anything to do with horses. Her father sets her up to see Miranda, to see if she can help her daughter get over her fear.
When Miranda meets the girl's father, Justin McLeod, she is instantly attracted. Still waiting for her divorce papers, she is determined to keep her distance. She's still trying to get over her last relationship ..she's not near ready to start a new one.
But Justin is just as determined to get through her barriers and show her how much she means to him. The fly in the ointment ... he doesn't know that she is still married.
This is a well written sizzling contemporary romance with extremely likeable characters. There is a little suspense surrounding Miranda's still-husband, otherwise a steamy romantic romp. The intimate interludes sizzle like an Arizona summer .... which is where this story is situated. It's a short read ... great for a lazy afternoon of reading.
Many thanks to the author for the digital copy of this Western Romance. Read and reviewed voluntarily, opinions expressed here are unbiased and entirely my own.
November 18, 2024
3.5 stars
June 10, 2020
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I've been a fan of McCray's for what seems like forever. I just love her writing. She such great characters, ones you want to know more about.
We all know how much I love a cowboy and Justin is a special one. He took in his stepdaughter when her mother passed. It just gives you a warm feeling. We all know my Achilles heel is men with kids. They are just such a turn on.
Since this is a shorter story most of it moves very quickly which I liked. I like it when a story moves.
I also really like Miranda too. She's very sweet and has gone through much in the last couple of years. I didn't really blame her for keeping it all private even from her parents. Of course, it didn't help her cause any to do so.
For the most part, this is a fun, well-written story with likable characters that cause you to want to know more about this family. I did wish the author add more togetherness with the daughter and both of them. I feel it would have given us more of a family vibe. I also didn't care how Justine handle hearing about her divorce papers. Saying she made a mistake set me off. You'll have to read it to understand why I don't want to ruin anything.
Other than those two minor issues I enjoyed it and want more of this family. Of course, I wish she'd go back and write about the levels but that doesn't seem to happen. We can always hope. If you're into paranormal check them out. So good.
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I've been a fan of McCray's for what seems like forever. I just love her writing. She such great characters, ones you want to know more about.
We all know how much I love a cowboy and Justin is a special one. He took in his stepdaughter when her mother passed. It just gives you a warm feeling. We all know my Achilles heel is men with kids. They are just such a turn on.
Since this is a shorter story most of it moves very quickly which I liked. I like it when a story moves.
I also really like Miranda too. She's very sweet and has gone through much in the last couple of years. I didn't really blame her for keeping it all private even from her parents. Of course, it didn't help her cause any to do so.
For the most part, this is a fun, well-written story with likable characters that cause you to want to know more about this family. I did wish the author add more togetherness with the daughter and both of them. I feel it would have given us more of a family vibe. I also didn't care how Justine handle hearing about her divorce papers. Saying she made a mistake set me off. You'll have to read it to understand why I don't want to ruin anything.
Other than those two minor issues I enjoyed it and want more of this family. Of course, I wish she'd go back and write about the levels but that doesn't seem to happen. We can always hope. If you're into paranormal check them out. So good.
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June 20, 2020
Country Thunder is the second book in the King Creek Cowboys series and can be read as a standalone. This story centers on Justin McLeod, his daughter Kaycee, and horse therapist, Miranda Hawthorne. It is a charming read with likable characters, a well-written storyline, great chemistry, family interaction, humor, drama, suspense, and romance.
Miranda is a recent transplant from Texas and is working on getting her horse therapy business up and running. Leaving her violent ex, family, and friends behind she is hoping to start fresh and make a name for herself, along with new memories, in King Creek and so far she is off to a great start. She is enjoying the town and the residents and has clients booked for months; now only if she could shake the awful memories that still plague her and her ex would leave her be, she might finally be happy. Things start looking up when Justin McLeod registers his daughter for therapy lessons. Kaycee was thrown from his horse several months prior and injured and is now fearful of something she has always loved. Justin is hoping with Miranda’s help Kaycee will be back in the saddle again soon. Neither of them expected the instant attraction and sparks to fly upon meeting and while Justin is determined to get closer, Miranda is just as determined to keep her distance. When she finally decides to take a chance things heat up quickly and Miranda does not know how to reveal her secret without pushing Justin away. When the situation is taken out of her hands and she and Justin are both confronted by her past Miranda is afraid that everything she has accomplished will crumble making Justin and their love a bittersweet memory.
This is a really great story from start to finish and I am looking forward to the next book in the series.
Miranda is a recent transplant from Texas and is working on getting her horse therapy business up and running. Leaving her violent ex, family, and friends behind she is hoping to start fresh and make a name for herself, along with new memories, in King Creek and so far she is off to a great start. She is enjoying the town and the residents and has clients booked for months; now only if she could shake the awful memories that still plague her and her ex would leave her be, she might finally be happy. Things start looking up when Justin McLeod registers his daughter for therapy lessons. Kaycee was thrown from his horse several months prior and injured and is now fearful of something she has always loved. Justin is hoping with Miranda’s help Kaycee will be back in the saddle again soon. Neither of them expected the instant attraction and sparks to fly upon meeting and while Justin is determined to get closer, Miranda is just as determined to keep her distance. When she finally decides to take a chance things heat up quickly and Miranda does not know how to reveal her secret without pushing Justin away. When the situation is taken out of her hands and she and Justin are both confronted by her past Miranda is afraid that everything she has accomplished will crumble making Justin and their love a bittersweet memory.
This is a really great story from start to finish and I am looking forward to the next book in the series.
June 13, 2020
Country Thunder is the second book in Cheyenne McCray’s King Creek Cowboys and a wonderful feel good story of a single Dad’s love and devotion for his daughter, and the unexpected and enticing woman who helps this adorable child overcome her fears.
Justin is a proud and respected member of the community, and finds his attraction to the wary Miranda impossible to ignore. But what’s man to do, when the woman who has unknowingly taken up his every spare thought, is gun shy from a previous relationship? Neither party is lacking in determination, but Justin is compelled to be the winner in the battle to breach Miranda’s defences.
The storyline had an easy ebb and flow and the character portrayals were believable and well-developed too. This is a quick and enjoyable read that leaves the reader eager for more of Ms McCray’s engaging and sexy Cowboys!
Justin is a proud and respected member of the community, and finds his attraction to the wary Miranda impossible to ignore. But what’s man to do, when the woman who has unknowingly taken up his every spare thought, is gun shy from a previous relationship? Neither party is lacking in determination, but Justin is compelled to be the winner in the battle to breach Miranda’s defences.
The storyline had an easy ebb and flow and the character portrayals were believable and well-developed too. This is a quick and enjoyable read that leaves the reader eager for more of Ms McCray’s engaging and sexy Cowboys!
October 22, 2022
Loved this hot cowboy story.
Cowboy, Justin McLeod has fell so hard for Miranda, a therapist, who helps with getting people "back in the saddle". Justin's daughter, Kaycee is getting help from Miranda after she fell whilst riding. Miranda thinks Justin is hot and Justin has fallen just as hard for her. They get together, but Miranda has not told him that she thinks she is still married to her abusive husband. She has been awaiting a letter confirming that her divorce has gone through, but it hasn't come through. Then her husband turns up and tells her that she is still married to him, because she didn't properly fill the forms out.
Jees, this was a good story. My favourite bit was when Justin punched Miranda's husband, because he punched her in the face.
Good characters and plot. Couldn't put it down. Reading #3 shortly. 5☆
Cowboy, Justin McLeod has fell so hard for Miranda, a therapist, who helps with getting people "back in the saddle". Justin's daughter, Kaycee is getting help from Miranda after she fell whilst riding. Miranda thinks Justin is hot and Justin has fallen just as hard for her. They get together, but Miranda has not told him that she thinks she is still married to her abusive husband. She has been awaiting a letter confirming that her divorce has gone through, but it hasn't come through. Then her husband turns up and tells her that she is still married to him, because she didn't properly fill the forms out.
Jees, this was a good story. My favourite bit was when Justin punched Miranda's husband, because he punched her in the face.
Good characters and plot. Couldn't put it down. Reading #3 shortly. 5☆
June 7, 2020
Country Thunder: I love that Justin cares for Kacyee so much even though he is not her biological father. He treats her like she is any he would anything for her. They are good for each other, they enjoy a lot of the same things, not your typical father-daughter relationship. It's better than a lot of father-daughter relationships. It's sad what happens to Kaycee when she got thrown off the horse because the horse was spooked. As much as Kaycee loves horses it's traumatic for about getting back on. When Justin heard what Miranda did for children and adult he thought it was worth a try. When he met Miranda his reaction was amazing. They hit off so well. It was a great story. Great writing and dialog.
September 2, 2020
Just nope.
I hate liars and that's what Miranda was as far as I'm concerned. She kept sayin' she was going to tell Justin her divorce wasn't final yet before their relationship went to far but she kept chickening out, but at 49 percent when she decided to take that final step- without telling him- I quit. And she never told anyone that her husband abused her so it'll be a case of 'he said, she said', and you just know the ex is going to show up and Justin will end up upset and humiliated. My stomach was tied in knots from about the 25 percent mark when we first find out until I stopped, there was no way I was going on from there. I don't care if things eventually work out- as far as I'm concerned she's a deceitful liar. No thanks.
I hate liars and that's what Miranda was as far as I'm concerned. She kept sayin' she was going to tell Justin her divorce wasn't final yet before their relationship went to far but she kept chickening out, but at 49 percent when she decided to take that final step- without telling him- I quit. And she never told anyone that her husband abused her so it'll be a case of 'he said, she said', and you just know the ex is going to show up and Justin will end up upset and humiliated. My stomach was tied in knots from about the 25 percent mark when we first find out until I stopped, there was no way I was going on from there. I don't care if things eventually work out- as far as I'm concerned she's a deceitful liar. No thanks.
October 14, 2022
This is book two in this series. I enjoyed this book with Justin and Miranda. But….I was irritated that Miranda didn’t 1. Block her ex from her phone - no brainer 2. Very easy to check on the status of her divorce. I could deal with that, it was Ms. McCray that almost got three stars from me. She missed a chapter. How about what happened w Craig? How did Miranda fix the divorce papers? It doesn’t take a year for a divorce. How did her parents react to the truth coming out? We jump a full year ahead - it doesn’t take a year to finalize an adoption. Country Heat also ended abruptly. I’m headed to book three in this series, I’m hoping this isn’t a pattern.
August 28, 2020
“County Thunder”(King Creek Cowboys Book 2)
This was a very good book,with a rancher,his twelve year old daughter and a horse therapist.Twelve year old had taken a fall off her horse and couldn’t get herself to trust long enough to ride again,so Dad takes her to this very nice horse therapist to help her along.Then,you know,rancher likes teacher,who has a few problems of her own,and so it starts.
It’s a good book and I think anyone else would enjoy it as well.
This was a very good book,with a rancher,his twelve year old daughter and a horse therapist.Twelve year old had taken a fall off her horse and couldn’t get herself to trust long enough to ride again,so Dad takes her to this very nice horse therapist to help her along.Then,you know,rancher likes teacher,who has a few problems of her own,and so it starts.
It’s a good book and I think anyone else would enjoy it as well.
March 18, 2021
Country Thunder (King Creek Cowboys Book 2)
Miranda wasn't exactly like most people, she had a tender heart and wanted to help children, or others who needed a different kind of therapy to overcome their disabilities with her horses. She also had her secrets, and wanted to do a restart on her life, in Arizona. It's just that there is someone who just won't let that happen. Great 👍Read.
Miranda wasn't exactly like most people, she had a tender heart and wanted to help children, or others who needed a different kind of therapy to overcome their disabilities with her horses. She also had her secrets, and wanted to do a restart on her life, in Arizona. It's just that there is someone who just won't let that happen. Great 👍Read.
June 20, 2021
Good read
I enjoyed both this and the first book in this series. I liked Miranda and Justin’s story. Although the whole book seemed a little rushed. Justin continued to talk about how he had never seen a future with a woman before, however, we know he had been married before. Did he not see a future with his ex-wife at any point?? I think that was the oddest part of the book. Other than that, I enjoyed the book and plan to read the next book in the series.
I enjoyed both this and the first book in this series. I liked Miranda and Justin’s story. Although the whole book seemed a little rushed. Justin continued to talk about how he had never seen a future with a woman before, however, we know he had been married before. Did he not see a future with his ex-wife at any point?? I think that was the oddest part of the book. Other than that, I enjoyed the book and plan to read the next book in the series.
November 24, 2021
Better then the first book
Far better than the first book, glad I stuck with it.
Theirs a little more chemistry between them, the two main characters this time around.
Miranda. And Justen, have a better fit.
Miranda wants a new start in life, away from her ex-husband, who won’t take no for an answer.
Justen owns his own ranch, he has a daughter, who recently was thrown from a horse and now lacks confidence to get back up on one.
That’s were Miranda comes in. she helps kids get back on a horse.
It’s love at first sight. Though things progress slower this time around.
I’m still giving this book 4 stars simply because the love scenes are cringy as hell.
However, the story did make up for that, there is a flaw, well to me there is. Miranda was abused by her ex. She excepts Justin’s touches far too quickly; she only flinches once. That’s it. Where are the signs that she has been abused for years? Yes, she’s a strong woman, but it doesn’t matter how strong a person is. Trust is always going to be an issue. She trusts him far too quickly for my liking. Everyone is entitled to their own view though. So, Read for yourself.
Far better than the first book, glad I stuck with it.
Theirs a little more chemistry between them, the two main characters this time around.
Miranda. And Justen, have a better fit.
Miranda wants a new start in life, away from her ex-husband, who won’t take no for an answer.
Justen owns his own ranch, he has a daughter, who recently was thrown from a horse and now lacks confidence to get back up on one.
That’s were Miranda comes in. she helps kids get back on a horse.
It’s love at first sight. Though things progress slower this time around.
I’m still giving this book 4 stars simply because the love scenes are cringy as hell.
However, the story did make up for that, there is a flaw, well to me there is. Miranda was abused by her ex. She excepts Justin’s touches far too quickly; she only flinches once. That’s it. Where are the signs that she has been abused for years? Yes, she’s a strong woman, but it doesn’t matter how strong a person is. Trust is always going to be an issue. She trusts him far too quickly for my liking. Everyone is entitled to their own view though. So, Read for yourself.
September 13, 2020
Good story but.....
Read this same story line many times by other authors....what happened to the ex? Craig was arrested but.???. Did Kaycee ride in the rodeo she wanted to?? Over all it was a good read. Very few editing errors and it was an easy read...too many things left hanging
Read this same story line many times by other authors....what happened to the ex? Craig was arrested but.???. Did Kaycee ride in the rodeo she wanted to?? Over all it was a good read. Very few editing errors and it was an easy read...too many things left hanging
August 26, 2020
Nice story
Two great people who seem to belong together. The theme is fairly predictable, yet has enough action to make it interesting. A nasty ex is out to get her back and this brings issues between them that could be their undoing.
Two great people who seem to belong together. The theme is fairly predictable, yet has enough action to make it interesting. A nasty ex is out to get her back and this brings issues between them that could be their undoing.
September 9, 2020
Great story
Loved this story. The fact that the hero was upset that he was not good about a marriage that was not over, but still loved her was something that a man should feel and not like most men kept me interested in reading more from this author.
Loved this story. The fact that the hero was upset that he was not good about a marriage that was not over, but still loved her was something that a man should feel and not like most men kept me interested in reading more from this author.
May 9, 2022
Overcoming Fear
I enjoy reading this series as author Cheyenne McCray. She creates heroes that are also able to reasonably review all sides of a problem in order to find an agreeable solution. The shared passion is hot but restrained by moral ethics.
I enjoy reading this series as author Cheyenne McCray. She creates heroes that are also able to reasonably review all sides of a problem in order to find an agreeable solution. The shared passion is hot but restrained by moral ethics.
September 18, 2022
Enjoyable.
I liked this book. Miranda is getting a divorce and not looking for a relationship. Loved how quickly Justin falls for her. Stayed on edge, wondering what he’d ex will do. There’s a bit of heartbreak at one point but luckily they get their happy ever after.
I liked this book. Miranda is getting a divorce and not looking for a relationship. Loved how quickly Justin falls for her. Stayed on edge, wondering what he’d ex will do. There’s a bit of heartbreak at one point but luckily they get their happy ever after.
May 17, 2020
I really enjoyed this story. I loved Miranda and Justin. Kaycee was also a sweet young girl. I think this is now my fav in the series so far. Can't wait for more.
May 18, 2020
Nice Read
A nice comfortable story that will give you a good start to your day.Just what I needed to start of my week.Thanks Cheyenne McCray.
A nice comfortable story that will give you a good start to your day.Just what I needed to start of my week.Thanks Cheyenne McCray.
May 20, 2020
Great read. As always, Cheyenne's books are satisfying.
June 7, 2020
This was a super nice Insta love romance with a little bit of grit thrown in to balance the sweetness.
Loved the character.
Pleasant read
Loved the character.
Pleasant read
August 23, 2020
Just loved it....
November 28, 2020
Country cowboy
This was a fun book to read. It would be great for people who like romance with a little mix up to work on to keep you interested.
This was a fun book to read. It would be great for people who like romance with a little mix up to work on to keep you interested.
January 14, 2022
A sweet story
This was an nice easy read on a cold winter day. It made me nostalgic for romance and true love….
This was an nice easy read on a cold winter day. It made me nostalgic for romance and true love….
December 26, 2022
Interesting story. The plot was kind of obvious. Still good. Really enjoyed it.
December 20, 2023
Loved it, but I thought Justin was an effin tool to tell Miranda she had made a mistake...how he handled that really rubbed me the wrong way
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December 22, 2023
4/5 ⭐️ I really liked this book!!
July 14, 2024
Loved this story can't wait to read more of series
A must read series each story has to do with the brothers in a close knit family and the women they chose
A must read series each story has to do with the brothers in a close knit family and the women they chose
November 6, 2024
Great book
Have read a number of books by this author. One of the better series I have read keeps you in suspense and looking forward to the next chapter.
Have read a number of books by this author. One of the better series I have read keeps you in suspense and looking forward to the next chapter.
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