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Texas Firebrand #1
Rancher to the Rescue
A momentary act of bravery puts girl-next-door Prudence Owens in the line of fire. Suddenly responsible for an infant, she finds herself in the crosshairs of a kidnapper intent on taking the baby back--and leaving no witnesses. Texas Rancher Adam Firebrand has no idea how or why his name came up in association with a kidnapping, but he'll stop at nothing to keep a baby girl and her guardian angel safe.
USA TODAY Bestselling Author Barb Han guarantees danger lurking around every corner, hearts on the line, and romantic suspense that keeps you on the edge of your seat. Join her Firebrand family in Lone Star Pass, Texas as they break through deep-rooted family feuds and find their way to love.
USA TODAY Bestselling Author Barb Han guarantees danger lurking around every corner, hearts on the line, and romantic suspense that keeps you on the edge of your seat. Join her Firebrand family in Lone Star Pass, Texas as they break through deep-rooted family feuds and find their way to love.
176 pages, Kindle Edition
First published April 13, 2021
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About the author
Barb Han
365 books210 followersBARB HAN is a USA TODAY, Publisher's Weekly, and Amazon Bestselling Author. Reviewers have called her books "heartfelt" and "exciting."
She lives in Texas—her true north—with her adventurous family, and a spunky rescue who is often referred to as a hot mess. She is the proud owner of too many books (if there is such a thing). When not writing, she can be found exploring Manhattan, on a mountain either hiking or skiing depending on the season, or swimming in her own backyard.
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She lives in Texas—her true north—with her adventurous family, and a spunky rescue who is often referred to as a hot mess. She is the proud owner of too many books (if there is such a thing). When not writing, she can be found exploring Manhattan, on a mountain either hiking or skiing depending on the season, or swimming in her own backyard.
Sign up to receive Barb's news and release announcements at www.BarbHan.com.
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June 4, 2021
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Did not like how this abruptly ended. There were a lot of questions. Otherwise the book was good, but hated the ending.
Did not like how this abruptly ended. There were a lot of questions. Otherwise the book was good, but hated the ending.
July 7, 2021
I know it was a simple romance, but it was full of implausibilities and had a fair number of grammatical errors. I got what I paid for, unfortunately.
July 11, 2021
Editor Please
The plot was good and original. Going over the same poor me just convolutes the writing and makes the story dreary. I want less repeated past lives and more action. Who killed Libby, are the cousins working on repairing family, where is Prudence’s purse and car, did Libby tell Prudence who the father is? Not a cliffhanger but can’t say I will read anymore of this series.
Thanks for the story, good luck on next book.
The plot was good and original. Going over the same poor me just convolutes the writing and makes the story dreary. I want less repeated past lives and more action. Who killed Libby, are the cousins working on repairing family, where is Prudence’s purse and car, did Libby tell Prudence who the father is? Not a cliffhanger but can’t say I will read anymore of this series.
Thanks for the story, good luck on next book.
July 3, 2021
It wasn't too bad. The ending was rushed. We never really found out the complete story of how Prudence meet Libby. It was a memory coming back that told
some of the story. This book could have been better.
some of the story. This book could have been better.
April 23, 2021
'Angel'
Adam is the first Firebrand to fall in this family saga of love, tragedy, feuds, death and deception. After the woman he loved turned down his proposal Adam has sworn off love. The Ranch, his family are all he needs until he finds a young woman clutching a baby on his ranch.
Pet sitter Prudence Owens has no idea how she came to be on the Firebrand Ranch, let alone clutching a baby that isn't hers. The only thing she knows for certain is that there was a note in the babies blanket with Adam's name. She soon discovers that somehow she has lost three days of her life. As she struggles with that knowledge and her overwhelming attraction to Adam two things become apparent. 1. That someone will do anything to stop her remembering. 2. That baby 'Angel' is at the heart of everything.
Still grieving the death of his grandfather 'The Marshall' Adam never expected a slip of a girl and a tiny infant to give him a reason to hope for a future he had turned his back on. He just needs answers to some crucial life changing questions.
Who is the mother? Where is she? Is he the father? What happened to Prudence? Who wants them both dead? If he can't discover the truth then he could lose everything.
Barb Han has written an engaging romantic suspense with an utterly gorgeous hero to die for and a 'real' heroine with real problems. Add in the sweetest baby and the cutest dogs and you have a winning formula. I look forward to getting to know the rest of the Firebrand family and seeing what Barb throws at them in the future.
Adam is the first Firebrand to fall in this family saga of love, tragedy, feuds, death and deception. After the woman he loved turned down his proposal Adam has sworn off love. The Ranch, his family are all he needs until he finds a young woman clutching a baby on his ranch.
Pet sitter Prudence Owens has no idea how she came to be on the Firebrand Ranch, let alone clutching a baby that isn't hers. The only thing she knows for certain is that there was a note in the babies blanket with Adam's name. She soon discovers that somehow she has lost three days of her life. As she struggles with that knowledge and her overwhelming attraction to Adam two things become apparent. 1. That someone will do anything to stop her remembering. 2. That baby 'Angel' is at the heart of everything.
Still grieving the death of his grandfather 'The Marshall' Adam never expected a slip of a girl and a tiny infant to give him a reason to hope for a future he had turned his back on. He just needs answers to some crucial life changing questions.
Who is the mother? Where is she? Is he the father? What happened to Prudence? Who wants them both dead? If he can't discover the truth then he could lose everything.
Barb Han has written an engaging romantic suspense with an utterly gorgeous hero to die for and a 'real' heroine with real problems. Add in the sweetest baby and the cutest dogs and you have a winning formula. I look forward to getting to know the rest of the Firebrand family and seeing what Barb throws at them in the future.
August 27, 2021
Really hoid! A little mysterious, & a wonderful clean romance!
First I'm so excited to have another clean romance author to enjoy. Prudence losing 3 days of memory had me trying so hard to figure out what happened. The reason for her memory loss was a little bit of a letdown, but the story was still really good. The chemistry between her & Adam was just right..not boring but not "over the top". As a woman who dated my husband for only 6 weeks before we married, (& only for 2 before I asked him to marry me 😆), I love instant connection romances. Not from lust,but a by a spiritual connection. My husband was my soulmate, no doubt ever that God chose him for me. I felt that about Adam & Prudence, & loved how attached they were to Angel. And I'm a truly "head over heels"dog lover, so I liked Pru's job, which is a rare one in romance novels, (at least I think it is)& the overzealous Hutch & his cute Bijon sidekick. My only dislikes were Pru's return of memory never being mentioned to Adam afterward, which was weird, because it was very important to the story. The bad guy & his boss or bosses (I don't want to spoil it) were kind of an anticlimax, when they should have bedn THE climax..my opinion though. Then there's just a bit of a cliffhanger over Adam's mom certain knowledge of a certain someone & the Marshall's family feud. But neither dislike was enough to change my opinion that this was a great book.
First I'm so excited to have another clean romance author to enjoy. Prudence losing 3 days of memory had me trying so hard to figure out what happened. The reason for her memory loss was a little bit of a letdown, but the story was still really good. The chemistry between her & Adam was just right..not boring but not "over the top". As a woman who dated my husband for only 6 weeks before we married, (& only for 2 before I asked him to marry me 😆), I love instant connection romances. Not from lust,but a by a spiritual connection. My husband was my soulmate, no doubt ever that God chose him for me. I felt that about Adam & Prudence, & loved how attached they were to Angel. And I'm a truly "head over heels"dog lover, so I liked Pru's job, which is a rare one in romance novels, (at least I think it is)& the overzealous Hutch & his cute Bijon sidekick. My only dislikes were Pru's return of memory never being mentioned to Adam afterward, which was weird, because it was very important to the story. The bad guy & his boss or bosses (I don't want to spoil it) were kind of an anticlimax, when they should have bedn THE climax..my opinion though. Then there's just a bit of a cliffhanger over Adam's mom certain knowledge of a certain someone & the Marshall's family feud. But neither dislike was enough to change my opinion that this was a great book.
April 27, 2021
Rancher to the Rescue by Barb Han
Texas Firebrand Series Book One
Adam Firebrand is from a Texas ranching family. He’s the oldest of nine boys and the second oldest of his nine cousins. His grandfather, the Marshall, has just passed away, so all heck is about to break out. His father and uncle were constantly at odds…and now they had the will to add to that. But, a distraction he didn’t expect sort of fell into his life to take away from all the family drama.
Prudence Owens had no clue how she ended up with a baby. And then she finds out that she’s lost three days! The only good part of her life right now is being around Adam Firebrand. And the baby. Not so fun is the fact that someone seems to be after her, and she doesn’t know why. Especially with no memories!
This is the first book in the new series. It introduces the reader to Adam and his closest brother in age…and friendship…Brax. Looking forward to more.
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Texas Firebrand Series Book One
Adam Firebrand is from a Texas ranching family. He’s the oldest of nine boys and the second oldest of his nine cousins. His grandfather, the Marshall, has just passed away, so all heck is about to break out. His father and uncle were constantly at odds…and now they had the will to add to that. But, a distraction he didn’t expect sort of fell into his life to take away from all the family drama.
Prudence Owens had no clue how she ended up with a baby. And then she finds out that she’s lost three days! The only good part of her life right now is being around Adam Firebrand. And the baby. Not so fun is the fact that someone seems to be after her, and she doesn’t know why. Especially with no memories!
This is the first book in the new series. It introduces the reader to Adam and his closest brother in age…and friendship…Brax. Looking forward to more.
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October 6, 2023
Wow - Great Read!!
Sweet story with an unusual storyline and several twists to keep it interesting. I thoroughly enjoyed getting to know two relative strangers, Prudence and Adam, as they navigate their way through Pru’s amnesia, a possible kidnapping, a one month old infant and possible paternity rights. Whew! And that’s before you add in hostile grandparents and a murder! Watching both characters grow and evolve as they recognize personal strengths and unexpected feelings was a powerful tool that helped the story make connections to the reader and move it forward with clearer understanding and appreciation for what they were going through. I look forward to reading more books by Ms Han.
Sweet story with an unusual storyline and several twists to keep it interesting. I thoroughly enjoyed getting to know two relative strangers, Prudence and Adam, as they navigate their way through Pru’s amnesia, a possible kidnapping, a one month old infant and possible paternity rights. Whew! And that’s before you add in hostile grandparents and a murder! Watching both characters grow and evolve as they recognize personal strengths and unexpected feelings was a powerful tool that helped the story make connections to the reader and move it forward with clearer understanding and appreciation for what they were going through. I look forward to reading more books by Ms Han.
August 19, 2021
Exciting Book
Prudence couldn't remember the past three days or how she came into possession of a baby with only "Adam" written on a note in the blanket. Adam couldn't figure out where Prudence and the little baby came from. They worked together to discover the unknowns while dealing with mystery after mystery. An exciting read with many questions and frightening events. I gave this 5 stars even though the ending left a lot of questions unanswered which was a disappointment.
Prudence couldn't remember the past three days or how she came into possession of a baby with only "Adam" written on a note in the blanket. Adam couldn't figure out where Prudence and the little baby came from. They worked together to discover the unknowns while dealing with mystery after mystery. An exciting read with many questions and frightening events. I gave this 5 stars even though the ending left a lot of questions unanswered which was a disappointment.
July 9, 2021
This is a well written story with wonderful characters. If you like your books spicy then you don't want this one. This was a quick easy read for me. There is some suspense but that is all I will say because I don't do spoilers. so get the book and see what I am talking about. I really think you will like this one especially if you like a sweeter story!!!!
September 3, 2021
Short and sweet.
This was a great book to lose a few hours in. Adam and Prudence find the meaning of true love while danger lerks in the background.
The ending was very rushed, after all the dragged out suspense, I'd have liked a bit more to the reveal and ending but I loved it all the same.
This was a great book to lose a few hours in. Adam and Prudence find the meaning of true love while danger lerks in the background.
The ending was very rushed, after all the dragged out suspense, I'd have liked a bit more to the reveal and ending but I loved it all the same.
January 14, 2024
This book was so good and kept me engaged. Barb Han is an amazing writer and love her books.
Prudence had rescued a baby and ended up on Adam's family ranch. The baby turned out to be his ex-fiance's and sadly she died by bad people.
Adam and Prudence had feelings for each other after meeting the first time.
Prudence had rescued a baby and ended up on Adam's family ranch. The baby turned out to be his ex-fiance's and sadly she died by bad people.
Adam and Prudence had feelings for each other after meeting the first time.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
April 16, 2021
Review of 'Rancher to the Rescue' by JG
This story was very entertaining and well written by Barb Han. It is a clean heart felt romance with some mystery mixed in, and very satisfying. I highly recommend it. This is my first book by Barb Han but it will not be my last.
This story was very entertaining and well written by Barb Han. It is a clean heart felt romance with some mystery mixed in, and very satisfying. I highly recommend it. This is my first book by Barb Han but it will not be my last.
May 24, 2021
Um, short sweet suspense and HEA
Adam and Prudence meet under suspicious circumstances and fall in love. There's a baby and a lost memory, murder and mayhem. Then it all gets tired up in a neat little bow so quickly you wonder if you missed something. It's a quick read and good.
Adam and Prudence meet under suspicious circumstances and fall in love. There's a baby and a lost memory, murder and mayhem. Then it all gets tired up in a neat little bow so quickly you wonder if you missed something. It's a quick read and good.
June 27, 2021
Good read
Adam and Prudence met when he was out surging the land and heard a baby crying. Somehow Prudence had lost three days and couldn't remember what had happened. She held a baby girl in her arms and had very little knowledge of how to care for her.
Adam and Prudence met when he was out surging the land and heard a baby crying. Somehow Prudence had lost three days and couldn't remember what had happened. She held a baby girl in her arms and had very little knowledge of how to care for her.
June 29, 2021
Prudence and Adam
A very strange but interesting beginning of a story about a rancher who finds a woman and baby in the middle of his ranch with no recollection of how she got there. I loved this story and it held my attention the whole time.
A very strange but interesting beginning of a story about a rancher who finds a woman and baby in the middle of his ranch with no recollection of how she got there. I loved this story and it held my attention the whole time.
July 10, 2021
Good read
This book grab me right from the start and keep you interesting till the very last page. Good characters and story line that flow nicely. Looking forward to more from this author.
This book grab me right from the start and keep you interesting till the very last page. Good characters and story line that flow nicely. Looking forward to more from this author.
July 21, 2021
Family can be a killer
This was the first book by this author I've read and I loved it. Already got the rest of the series.
Don't understand how anyone can be so hung up on appearances but I know it happens. So much damage done to protect an image.
This was the first book by this author I've read and I loved it. Already got the rest of the series.
Don't understand how anyone can be so hung up on appearances but I know it happens. So much damage done to protect an image.
July 27, 2021
Not what I expected.
There is mystery, danger, unanswered questions but love sneaks in. (You do get all the answers by the end). Lots of interesting information about the family. And it sets up for many more good stories.
There is mystery, danger, unanswered questions but love sneaks in. (You do get all the answers by the end). Lots of interesting information about the family. And it sets up for many more good stories.
July 29, 2021
Enjoyable read
As a first time reader of a Barb Han writing, I found myself having a hard time putting it down. Good easy reading with a nice combination of romance and mystery. Can't wait to start another.
As a first time reader of a Barb Han writing, I found myself having a hard time putting it down. Good easy reading with a nice combination of romance and mystery. Can't wait to start another.
September 14, 2021
Rancher to the Rescue (Texas Firebrand Book 1)
This book was about a woman who had lost three days of her memory a waking up with a new born baby girl in her arms and had no clue as to how she got her . A must read.
This book was about a woman who had lost three days of her memory a waking up with a new born baby girl in her arms and had no clue as to how she got her . A must read.
October 25, 2021
Could not put t down!
Oh this book had me hooked! I'm ready for the next one! Suspense, drama, love, hot Cowboys and sweet tender moments!
Fall in love with the men from Firebrand Ranch!
Oh this book had me hooked! I'm ready for the next one! Suspense, drama, love, hot Cowboys and sweet tender moments!
Fall in love with the men from Firebrand Ranch!
November 11, 2023
Where did that baby come from!? She is a beautiful baby girl !
Hearing a baby crying in the middle of nowhere is jyst the stare of this story! The woman with the baby has a memory problem! What is to be done? Well! I suppose you must read to find out Enjoy!
Hearing a baby crying in the middle of nowhere is jyst the stare of this story! The woman with the baby has a memory problem! What is to be done? Well! I suppose you must read to find out Enjoy!
April 28, 2021
Rancher to the Rescue
This was a great romance story between two people that never thought they could have happiness or a family. Looking forward to reading more from this series.
This was a great romance story between two people that never thought they could have happiness or a family. Looking forward to reading more from this series.
June 11, 2021
Mystery and danger
Prudence has no memory of 3 days. She is found holding a baby that isn't hers. With no k pledge of where it came from.
Prudence has no memory of 3 days. She is found holding a baby that isn't hers. With no k pledge of where it came from.
June 27, 2021
Texas Firebrands
This is the first book in what May become one of my new sets of books to read. Simple story with a lot of pizzaz.
This is the first book in what May become one of my new sets of books to read. Simple story with a lot of pizzaz.
June 28, 2021
Clean suspense reading
A woman who can't remember the past three days with a baby who not hers with a name in the blanket who might be the father . enjoyed reading this
A woman who can't remember the past three days with a baby who not hers with a name in the blanket who might be the father . enjoyed reading this
July 21, 2021
Great story!
I loved how innocent he was until he met Prudence. He had no desire to marry after a heartbreak but one zing and the story was told.
I loved how innocent he was until he met Prudence. He had no desire to marry after a heartbreak but one zing and the story was told.
August 2, 2021
Rancher to the rescue
Avery fast moving story that kept you guessing what would happen next. The surprise of who was causing all the trouble
Avery fast moving story that kept you guessing what would happen next. The surprise of who was causing all the trouble
August 6, 2021
Cowboy baby
Quick and charming with a bit of mystery and danger thrown in. Nice characterizations, really get a feeing for them all.
Quick and charming with a bit of mystery and danger thrown in. Nice characterizations, really get a feeing for them all.
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