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Jasper Creek #3
Sweet Home Cowboy
Four half sisters create the family they’ve always dreamed of in this enchanting quartet from bestselling authors Maisey Yates, Nicole Helm, Jackie Ashenden and Caitlin Crews.
The Hathaway sisters might have grown up apart, but when they agree to move to Jasper Creek, Oregon, to revitalize their grandfather’s farm, it seems a straightforward decision. Until they meet their neighborhood cowboys…
Sweet-natured Teddy has never met a man worth taking a risk on, until now. Tomboy Joey has more affinity with farm equipment than men, until a brooding cowboy changes her mind. Prickly baker Georgie can’t resist the temptation of the most forbidden cowboy of all, and sparks fly between ceramicist Elliot and the grumpy single-dad rancher next door.
The sisters’ feelings are anything but simple, but with the love and support of each other, they discover that a cowboy might be the sweetest thing of all about coming home.
The Hathaway sisters might have grown up apart, but when they agree to move to Jasper Creek, Oregon, to revitalize their grandfather’s farm, it seems a straightforward decision. Until they meet their neighborhood cowboys…
Sweet-natured Teddy has never met a man worth taking a risk on, until now. Tomboy Joey has more affinity with farm equipment than men, until a brooding cowboy changes her mind. Prickly baker Georgie can’t resist the temptation of the most forbidden cowboy of all, and sparks fly between ceramicist Elliot and the grumpy single-dad rancher next door.
The sisters’ feelings are anything but simple, but with the love and support of each other, they discover that a cowboy might be the sweetest thing of all about coming home.
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First published March 29, 2022
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Maisey Yates
1,161 books2,997 followersNew York Times and USA Today Bestselling author Maisey Yates lives in rural Oregon with her three children and her husband, whose chiseled jaw and arresting features continue to make her swoon. She feels the epic trek she takes several times a day from her office to her coffee maker is a true example of her pioneer spirit. In 2009, at the age of twenty-three Maisey sold her first book.
Since then it’s been a whirlwind of sexy alpha males and happily ever afters, and she wouldn’t have it any other way. Maisey divides her writing time between dark, passionate category romances set just about everywhere on earth and light sexy contemporary romances set practically in her back yard.
She believes that she clearly has the best job in the world.
Since then it’s been a whirlwind of sexy alpha males and happily ever afters, and she wouldn’t have it any other way. Maisey divides her writing time between dark, passionate category romances set just about everywhere on earth and light sexy contemporary romances set practically in her back yard.
She believes that she clearly has the best job in the world.
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March 31, 2022
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SWEET HOME COWBOY (Jasper Creek Book #3) by Maisey Yates, Jackie Ashenden, Caitlin Crews, and Nicole Helm is a wonderfully heartwarming anthology featuring the four Hathaway sisters, who never wish to be called half-sisters, come together to revitalize their grandfather’s farm in Jasper Creek, Oregon. The four sisters are featured in four novellas overlapping in time in this anthology which is the third in the Jasper Creek series and can easily be read as a standalone.
I can only say good things about this anthology. Each novella took me on an emotional ride with each sister and her cowboy match through an instant love romance with just the right amount of heat. The consistency between all the romance timelines was very well done as one sister was the focal point in each story, but there was still crossover. Each sister and cowboy couple is unique and fully drawn for being novella length. The sex scenes are not behind closed doors, but they are also not gratuitous. This is just an all-around enchanting anthology full of love, family, and house chickens.
I highly recommend this anthology!
SWEET HOME COWBOY (Jasper Creek Book #3) by Maisey Yates, Jackie Ashenden, Caitlin Crews, and Nicole Helm is a wonderfully heartwarming anthology featuring the four Hathaway sisters, who never wish to be called half-sisters, come together to revitalize their grandfather’s farm in Jasper Creek, Oregon. The four sisters are featured in four novellas overlapping in time in this anthology which is the third in the Jasper Creek series and can easily be read as a standalone.
I can only say good things about this anthology. Each novella took me on an emotional ride with each sister and her cowboy match through an instant love romance with just the right amount of heat. The consistency between all the romance timelines was very well done as one sister was the focal point in each story, but there was still crossover. Each sister and cowboy couple is unique and fully drawn for being novella length. The sex scenes are not behind closed doors, but they are also not gratuitous. This is just an all-around enchanting anthology full of love, family, and house chickens.
I highly recommend this anthology!
March 29, 2022
SWEET HOME COWBOY is so different from other books I’ve read. Four authors give us the story of each of the four Hathaway sisters . They are half-sisters that met when they were 13 and have become very close ever since. When their grumpy grandfather becomes ill, they all come together to help and take care of him. To say SWEET HOME COWVOY took me by surprise is an understatement. I thought from the blurb it would be a cute read, but I had no idea it would turn out to be one of the best books I’ve read this year. It had everything that makes a book great for me. The perfect mix of sweet, sexy, undeniable chemistry and laugh-out-loud moments.
All of the characters are very interesting and believable, so much so that I felt as if I’ve known them for a long time. All four sisters were fathered in the same year, twenty five years ago, by Jack’s son. Jack being the grumpy grandpa. Can it get any stranger than that? SWEET HOME COWBOY is a bit of heart tugging and A wonderful tale and I loved it. The positive female friendships make you want to go out and make some new best friends. Each sister has her own special talent as well as her own issues. All of the sisters are women I would love to have as friends, not to mention their delicious cowboys they each connect with!
I thoroughly enjoyed reading SWEET HOME COWBOY. It is funny and heart warming and filled with so many different emotions. There is so much going on in this story, but all the authors do a wonderful job of weaving all the pieces together. All of the characters will have you feeling sad and then giggling on the same page. More than once I wanted to be right there at the ranch laughing away the night with these awesome ladies! Once you finish devouring their stories you are going to want to tell everyone you know about this awesome book.
I received a complimentary copy of this book from Harper Collins through Netgalley. Opinions expressed in this review are completely my own.
All of the characters are very interesting and believable, so much so that I felt as if I’ve known them for a long time. All four sisters were fathered in the same year, twenty five years ago, by Jack’s son. Jack being the grumpy grandpa. Can it get any stranger than that? SWEET HOME COWBOY is a bit of heart tugging and A wonderful tale and I loved it. The positive female friendships make you want to go out and make some new best friends. Each sister has her own special talent as well as her own issues. All of the sisters are women I would love to have as friends, not to mention their delicious cowboys they each connect with!
I thoroughly enjoyed reading SWEET HOME COWBOY. It is funny and heart warming and filled with so many different emotions. There is so much going on in this story, but all the authors do a wonderful job of weaving all the pieces together. All of the characters will have you feeling sad and then giggling on the same page. More than once I wanted to be right there at the ranch laughing away the night with these awesome ladies! Once you finish devouring their stories you are going to want to tell everyone you know about this awesome book.
I received a complimentary copy of this book from Harper Collins through Netgalley. Opinions expressed in this review are completely my own.
March 14, 2022
Awww- 4 free spirited sisters. 4 insta-love stories with 4 hot cowboys. Sweet.
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I like reading anthologies. They are a great way to read many different authors at one time, usually with the same or similar theme. This book has a theme of siblings. Well, four half sisters that have come together to create their own version of home. We are treated to a different author for each sibling story.
These stories are all novella length, showcasing the somewhat slightly odd free-spirited sisters meeting their delicious cowboys. Insta-love abounds like crazy in this one! Wacky in a few places, but overall these are sweet stories that blend together to create a refreshing, feel-good book.
It is hard to pick my favorite sibling story. They each have their own strengths and the author develops them in weird, wonderful ways. I had a few laughs at their look at love through virgin eyes.
Fun and sweet, this anthology is a delightful choice for some fast romance.
* copy received for review consideration
* full review - https://amidlifewife.com/sweet-home-c...
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I like reading anthologies. They are a great way to read many different authors at one time, usually with the same or similar theme. This book has a theme of siblings. Well, four half sisters that have come together to create their own version of home. We are treated to a different author for each sibling story.
These stories are all novella length, showcasing the somewhat slightly odd free-spirited sisters meeting their delicious cowboys. Insta-love abounds like crazy in this one! Wacky in a few places, but overall these are sweet stories that blend together to create a refreshing, feel-good book.
It is hard to pick my favorite sibling story. They each have their own strengths and the author develops them in weird, wonderful ways. I had a few laughs at their look at love through virgin eyes.
Fun and sweet, this anthology is a delightful choice for some fast romance.
* copy received for review consideration
* full review - https://amidlifewife.com/sweet-home-c...
April 1, 2022
Amazing love stories
These four authors have written four amazing stories. Teddy, Joey, Georgie and Elliott had come to Jasper Creek to spend time with their grandfather but instead found their happily ever afters with Beau, Hollis, Con and Colt.
These four authors have written four amazing stories. Teddy, Joey, Georgie and Elliott had come to Jasper Creek to spend time with their grandfather but instead found their happily ever afters with Beau, Hollis, Con and Colt.
March 30, 2022
Sweet Home Cowboy is made up of four stories about the Hathaway sisters, each story by a different author concentrating on a different woman. They are half-sisters that met at a camp when they were 13 and have been as close as possible, living in four different areas of the country. When their reclusive, grumpy grandfather becomes ill, they all come together in Jasper Creek, Oregon to help and take care of him and live together on the family farm. As the sisters bond and become a family, they all meet their other halves to find love and a new beginning.
I enjoyed meeting The Hathaway sisters. Some were instantly likable (Teddy, Georgie) and some took a bit to grow on me (Joey, Elliot) but all were wonderful to each other. They each had their strengths and combined to make a wonderful, cohesive. loving, family. Throw in some animals, a barn kitten and some chickens that were supposed to stay out of the house, and I wanted to be there. Each story features a swoon worthy cowboy as well as some angst to keep the couples on their toes. I enjoyed Grandpa Jack's appearance in each story, especially when he is cradling a shotgun. Sister Sundays were such a great idea, I want to try that with my 3 sisters. It was a great way to catch up, discuss issues with the farm and spill out all their issues of their hearts. Overall this is a sweet, sexy book with lots of chemistry, love at first sight, and family. I will say that I enjoyed Teddy's story the most followed closely by Joey's. That's not to say they all weren't enjoyable, because they were. I am amazed how well these four different authors wrote these stories and intermingled them so well. I recommend this book to those who enjoy novellas dealing with family and romance with a little sizzle.
When I started Sweet Home Cowboy I didn't realize this was book three in a series, although I was still able to enjoy these stories without reading the others. Each of the anthologies is written by the same 4 authors, with each story about a different character, but tied together. Up to this point, Jasper Creek has featured four cousins (A Cowboy for All Seasons), four friends (A Good Old-Fashioned Cowboy), and now four half-sisters. I will definitely be checking out the previous books. The publisher generously provided me with a copy of this book upon request. The rating and opinions shared are my own.
I enjoyed meeting The Hathaway sisters. Some were instantly likable (Teddy, Georgie) and some took a bit to grow on me (Joey, Elliot) but all were wonderful to each other. They each had their strengths and combined to make a wonderful, cohesive. loving, family. Throw in some animals, a barn kitten and some chickens that were supposed to stay out of the house, and I wanted to be there. Each story features a swoon worthy cowboy as well as some angst to keep the couples on their toes. I enjoyed Grandpa Jack's appearance in each story, especially when he is cradling a shotgun. Sister Sundays were such a great idea, I want to try that with my 3 sisters. It was a great way to catch up, discuss issues with the farm and spill out all their issues of their hearts. Overall this is a sweet, sexy book with lots of chemistry, love at first sight, and family. I will say that I enjoyed Teddy's story the most followed closely by Joey's. That's not to say they all weren't enjoyable, because they were. I am amazed how well these four different authors wrote these stories and intermingled them so well. I recommend this book to those who enjoy novellas dealing with family and romance with a little sizzle.
When I started Sweet Home Cowboy I didn't realize this was book three in a series, although I was still able to enjoy these stories without reading the others. Each of the anthologies is written by the same 4 authors, with each story about a different character, but tied together. Up to this point, Jasper Creek has featured four cousins (A Cowboy for All Seasons), four friends (A Good Old-Fashioned Cowboy), and now four half-sisters. I will definitely be checking out the previous books. The publisher generously provided me with a copy of this book upon request. The rating and opinions shared are my own.
April 1, 2022
Originally published at Reading Reality
The best thing that Mickey Hathaway ever did for his four daughters was to leave before any of them were ever born – although some of their mothers would disagree. And not that his absence from their lives didn’t leave a “Dad” sized hole in all of their hearts. But that’s a hole that Mickey wasn’t capable of filling – whether he was around or not.
Teddy, Joey, Georgie and Elliott, in spite of being raised all over the country by four different women, share more than their gender-obscuring names, their violet eyes and their sperm donor. They are also all the same age, 25, as their deadbeat dad impregnated all of their mothers the same year.
(There’s a story there I wish we knew a bit more of, but it’s a humdinger all the same.)
They share a heart, a yearning to make a home together, and a curmudgeonly grandfather in tiny Jasper Creek, Oregon who has just had a heart attack but claims not to want their assistance or their presence. But grumpy is Jack Hathaway’s love language, so he might just be lying.
Whether he is or not, his health scare gives his girls the impetus they need to pull up stakes from wherever they’ve been and gather at the place their hearts all call home. The place where they have always wanted to put down roots and build the life together, as sisters, that they never had growing up.
Thus Four Sisters Farm is born. The four of them, pitching together with their creative skills and boundless love to fix the old ranch house that Jack has refused to live in for over a decade, work the land that has become a bit much for the old man, and build a self-sustaining set of businesses that will keep the farm afloat and in the hands of the Hathaway family even as it brings people and money to their little town.
Along the way, each of the sisters finds their own way to a Happy Ever After that none of them ever dreamed of when their journeys began.
Escape Rating A-: The stories in Sweet Home Cowboy are all stories of love and loss. The losses come first. It’s not just that “Dad” shaped hole in all of the girls’ hearts, it’s also the messages and the messes that each inherited from the mothers – the women that Mickey Hathaway left behind.
But it’s not just the sisters. The men that get swept into their lives – or sucked into the vortex they create – have also been through emotional wringers. The individual love stories in this four-leaf clover of a book are all about finding the person who makes you stronger in your broken places.
That his girls have come home to build their futures also helps to heal Grandpa Jack, which turns out to be the icing on this very sweet and lovely cake.
My favorite story of the four was Joey’s, written by Maisey Yates, who was is the organizer for this Jasper Creek series. Joey was the hard-nosed, practical, fix-it, “tomboy” of the sisters. She’s kind of a blunt object, and that object is usually a hammer – whether figuratively or literally. She the one who learned to stand alone and be self-sufficient at all costs, lest she be thought weak OR be let down by relying on someone who can’t be relied upon. Learning to let go enough to let someone else in is hard, but watching Joey finally figure that out was lovely. And, just as in so many of the author’s previous works, and the reason why I picked this book up in the first place, Joey’s perspective and her issues with the cowboy she falls in love with feel real and do not require a misunderstandammit to reach that HEA.
I also enjoyed Teddy’s and Elliot’s stories, although they were different in tone to Joey’s, because they were different people and occupy different places in the kaleidoscope of the Hathaway sisters. I have to say that Georgie’s story didn’t quite work for me as well as the others did.
When I started Sweet Home Cowboy I had no idea that this was book three in a series, although that didn’t impact my reading and I didn’t feel like I needed to know what happened in the earlier books in order to get stuck right into this one. All the books in the series are written by the same group of friends that wrote Sweet Home Cowboy, and are about groups of four women returning to Jasper Creek, which is near both Copper Ridge and Gold Valley, the sites of Maisey Yates’ other long-running cowboy romance series(es). So far, Jasper Creek has featured four cousins (A Cowboy for All Seasons), four friends (A Good Old-Fashioned Cowboy), and now four half-sisters. Sweet Home Cowboy turned out to be a delicious treat of a read, so now I want to go back and see what else has happened!
The best thing that Mickey Hathaway ever did for his four daughters was to leave before any of them were ever born – although some of their mothers would disagree. And not that his absence from their lives didn’t leave a “Dad” sized hole in all of their hearts. But that’s a hole that Mickey wasn’t capable of filling – whether he was around or not.
Teddy, Joey, Georgie and Elliott, in spite of being raised all over the country by four different women, share more than their gender-obscuring names, their violet eyes and their sperm donor. They are also all the same age, 25, as their deadbeat dad impregnated all of their mothers the same year.
(There’s a story there I wish we knew a bit more of, but it’s a humdinger all the same.)
They share a heart, a yearning to make a home together, and a curmudgeonly grandfather in tiny Jasper Creek, Oregon who has just had a heart attack but claims not to want their assistance or their presence. But grumpy is Jack Hathaway’s love language, so he might just be lying.
Whether he is or not, his health scare gives his girls the impetus they need to pull up stakes from wherever they’ve been and gather at the place their hearts all call home. The place where they have always wanted to put down roots and build the life together, as sisters, that they never had growing up.
Thus Four Sisters Farm is born. The four of them, pitching together with their creative skills and boundless love to fix the old ranch house that Jack has refused to live in for over a decade, work the land that has become a bit much for the old man, and build a self-sustaining set of businesses that will keep the farm afloat and in the hands of the Hathaway family even as it brings people and money to their little town.
Along the way, each of the sisters finds their own way to a Happy Ever After that none of them ever dreamed of when their journeys began.
Escape Rating A-: The stories in Sweet Home Cowboy are all stories of love and loss. The losses come first. It’s not just that “Dad” shaped hole in all of the girls’ hearts, it’s also the messages and the messes that each inherited from the mothers – the women that Mickey Hathaway left behind.
But it’s not just the sisters. The men that get swept into their lives – or sucked into the vortex they create – have also been through emotional wringers. The individual love stories in this four-leaf clover of a book are all about finding the person who makes you stronger in your broken places.
That his girls have come home to build their futures also helps to heal Grandpa Jack, which turns out to be the icing on this very sweet and lovely cake.
My favorite story of the four was Joey’s, written by Maisey Yates, who was is the organizer for this Jasper Creek series. Joey was the hard-nosed, practical, fix-it, “tomboy” of the sisters. She’s kind of a blunt object, and that object is usually a hammer – whether figuratively or literally. She the one who learned to stand alone and be self-sufficient at all costs, lest she be thought weak OR be let down by relying on someone who can’t be relied upon. Learning to let go enough to let someone else in is hard, but watching Joey finally figure that out was lovely. And, just as in so many of the author’s previous works, and the reason why I picked this book up in the first place, Joey’s perspective and her issues with the cowboy she falls in love with feel real and do not require a misunderstandammit to reach that HEA.
I also enjoyed Teddy’s and Elliot’s stories, although they were different in tone to Joey’s, because they were different people and occupy different places in the kaleidoscope of the Hathaway sisters. I have to say that Georgie’s story didn’t quite work for me as well as the others did.
When I started Sweet Home Cowboy I had no idea that this was book three in a series, although that didn’t impact my reading and I didn’t feel like I needed to know what happened in the earlier books in order to get stuck right into this one. All the books in the series are written by the same group of friends that wrote Sweet Home Cowboy, and are about groups of four women returning to Jasper Creek, which is near both Copper Ridge and Gold Valley, the sites of Maisey Yates’ other long-running cowboy romance series(es). So far, Jasper Creek has featured four cousins (A Cowboy for All Seasons), four friends (A Good Old-Fashioned Cowboy), and now four half-sisters. Sweet Home Cowboy turned out to be a delicious treat of a read, so now I want to go back and see what else has happened!
April 2, 2022
Sweet Home Cowboy
Jasper Creek #3
Standalone quartet of splendid stories that put a smile on my face today as I watched four half-sisters find their happily ever after cowboy partners in Jasper Creek. The four women settle into their new home, soon to be The Four Sisters Farm, and in so doing the bonds that began to form at camp when they were thirteen only become stronger. I liked all four of the sisters and the men that they ended up with. Every couple had issues to contend with and did so admirably.
TEDDY by Nicole Helm:
Teddy ends up with Beau but only after she feels ready and he deals with some past demons from childhood. Teddy is a bee whisperer and loves chickens…sweet and charming but with a backbone
JOEY by Maisey Yates:
More mechanically minded, Joey likes to learn from experts when tackling new projects. Hollis is the man to help with the old farm equipment and perhaps he will help with a few other things, too.
GEORGIE by Jackie Ashenden:
Con is best friends of Georgie’s brother and has been there pretty much always until one day things begin to change and prickly Georgie is not sure what to think…even though Con is sure what he wants.
ELLIOT by Caitin Crewes
Elliot is the sister with the freest spirit and she openly embraces what she wants, Colt. Colt’s sense of duty almost derails the couple’s budding romance…until he sees the light.
All of the characters have some growing to do as individuals and as couples. It was fun watching them interact as I got to know them and the men they ended up with.
Thank you to NetGalley and HQN for the ARC – This is my honest review.
5 Stars
Jasper Creek #3
Standalone quartet of splendid stories that put a smile on my face today as I watched four half-sisters find their happily ever after cowboy partners in Jasper Creek. The four women settle into their new home, soon to be The Four Sisters Farm, and in so doing the bonds that began to form at camp when they were thirteen only become stronger. I liked all four of the sisters and the men that they ended up with. Every couple had issues to contend with and did so admirably.
TEDDY by Nicole Helm:
Teddy ends up with Beau but only after she feels ready and he deals with some past demons from childhood. Teddy is a bee whisperer and loves chickens…sweet and charming but with a backbone
JOEY by Maisey Yates:
More mechanically minded, Joey likes to learn from experts when tackling new projects. Hollis is the man to help with the old farm equipment and perhaps he will help with a few other things, too.
GEORGIE by Jackie Ashenden:
Con is best friends of Georgie’s brother and has been there pretty much always until one day things begin to change and prickly Georgie is not sure what to think…even though Con is sure what he wants.
ELLIOT by Caitin Crewes
Elliot is the sister with the freest spirit and she openly embraces what she wants, Colt. Colt’s sense of duty almost derails the couple’s budding romance…until he sees the light.
All of the characters have some growing to do as individuals and as couples. It was fun watching them interact as I got to know them and the men they ended up with.
Thank you to NetGalley and HQN for the ARC – This is my honest review.
5 Stars
April 1, 2022
The four Hathaway sisters may not have grown up together, and they may be as different as can be, that doesn’t mean they don’t love each other deeply. So when the opportunity arises to make a life together in Jasper Creek, they don’t hesitate. But what started as a chance to be there for their grandfather and start a life together, quickly becomes so much more.
I gotta admit, I’m pretty impressed with how well these authors manage to blend their voices. I don’t think I would have known that the stories were written by different people if they didn’t tell me. Each one is an easy-to-read mix of humor and emotion, romance and familial bonds, but still highlights the distinctiveness of each sister and the cowboy who captures her heart.
The newest anthology in the Jasper Creek series is a delightfully fun read. While I haven’t read the first two, and you really don’t need to, I’m definitely adding them to my TBR pile.
**I received a complimentary copy of this book. Opinions expressed in this review are completely my own.**
I gotta admit, I’m pretty impressed with how well these authors manage to blend their voices. I don’t think I would have known that the stories were written by different people if they didn’t tell me. Each one is an easy-to-read mix of humor and emotion, romance and familial bonds, but still highlights the distinctiveness of each sister and the cowboy who captures her heart.
The newest anthology in the Jasper Creek series is a delightfully fun read. While I haven’t read the first two, and you really don’t need to, I’m definitely adding them to my TBR pile.
**I received a complimentary copy of this book. Opinions expressed in this review are completely my own.**
March 29, 2022
This book is a collection of four novellas by four different authors with overlapping timelines. No small feat, for sure. Most of the authors were new to me, but I’ve enjoyed Caitlin Crews’ writing in the past, so I decided to give this collection a try. As it turns out, it was an entertaining few hours spent with these half-sisters. It’s a beautiful illustration of how a family doesn’t have to look one particular way to be, well, family. Each sister is unique in their personality, yet they love, adore, and support each other wholeheartedly. Because of their father’s lack of involvement, none of them believes in love and HEAs. But love usually comes along when you least expect it. If you’re looking for a quick read, this collection will probably be right up your aisle.
April 3, 2022
A wonderful book. Four stories about 1/2 sisters. Each is different and a wonderful character. Love the way each author detailed and combined the sisters.
March 5, 2022
Take four wonderfully talented authors (who also happen to also be friends), and have them write an anthology about 4 fascinating and funny women who were sired by the same irresponsible and absent father who 25 years earlier, impregnated 4 different women, and have these half-sisters (don't ever call them that) finally meet each other at age 13 at summer camp, and bond immediately. Have them all move from all over the country to their grandfather's broken-down Oregon ranch before he sells it, each sister with her own talents and issues, and you have the makings of a fabulous 5-star read.
The women of Four Sisters Farm are:
"Teddy," author Nicole Helm's novella. Teddy is the bee charmer and house chicken sister--and she had me laughing out loud. She's a sweet, shy virgin, with a list of 30 questions for any guy who asks her for a date--she's had no takers, yet, but she's about to meet the man who answers them.
"Joey," is author Maisey Yates' story. Joey is the tomboy of the group, more comfortable fixing machines, plumbing and electrical wiring than she is socializing, but when faced with the rusting antique farm equipment in her grandfather's barn that the sister's will need to use, she calls in an expert, and that's when sparks begin to fly.
"Georgie," is Jackie Ashenden's contribution to this anthology. She's the grumpy, out-of-sorts, baker extraordinaire in the family. She's about to meet her match too, and he's someone she already knows--her older brother's best friend, but just wait until you get to the water-pistol. Absolutely priceless!
And last but not least is "Elliott," by Caitlin Crews. She's a free-spirited potter who before now has been traveling all over the country from craft fair to festival. She's a straight talker, and as independent as can be, at least until she sets her eyes on her grouchy but shirtless hunk of a next-door neighbor and his 12-year-old daughter. There's going to be a lot more than making pottery going on in her studio.
All of these novellas are wrapped up in a truly charming epilogue, and what these 4 authors have created is a joyous, magical, funny, charming, and touching homage to sisterhood, womanhood, family and friends, and I cannot recommend it highly enough. Bravo, ladies! I can't wait until the next collaboration.
The women of Four Sisters Farm are:
"Teddy," author Nicole Helm's novella. Teddy is the bee charmer and house chicken sister--and she had me laughing out loud. She's a sweet, shy virgin, with a list of 30 questions for any guy who asks her for a date--she's had no takers, yet, but she's about to meet the man who answers them.
"Joey," is author Maisey Yates' story. Joey is the tomboy of the group, more comfortable fixing machines, plumbing and electrical wiring than she is socializing, but when faced with the rusting antique farm equipment in her grandfather's barn that the sister's will need to use, she calls in an expert, and that's when sparks begin to fly.
"Georgie," is Jackie Ashenden's contribution to this anthology. She's the grumpy, out-of-sorts, baker extraordinaire in the family. She's about to meet her match too, and he's someone she already knows--her older brother's best friend, but just wait until you get to the water-pistol. Absolutely priceless!
And last but not least is "Elliott," by Caitlin Crews. She's a free-spirited potter who before now has been traveling all over the country from craft fair to festival. She's a straight talker, and as independent as can be, at least until she sets her eyes on her grouchy but shirtless hunk of a next-door neighbor and his 12-year-old daughter. There's going to be a lot more than making pottery going on in her studio.
All of these novellas are wrapped up in a truly charming epilogue, and what these 4 authors have created is a joyous, magical, funny, charming, and touching homage to sisterhood, womanhood, family and friends, and I cannot recommend it highly enough. Bravo, ladies! I can't wait until the next collaboration.
March 26, 2022
Celebrate family, love and sisterhood with a sense of humor, a twist of heart and all the flaws in between. Sweet Home Cowboy brings out all the warm and fuzzies with a hint of dramatic flair.
February 13, 2022
A sweet and delightful anthology of stories, perfect for an afternoon curled-up reading.
I was drawn to SWEET HOME COWBOY because of Maisey Yates, an author I have read for many years, and for the concept of four half-sisters coming together to start a new life that plays to each of their strengths. Mostly unfamiliar with the other three authors (the exception being Caitlin Crews, who I have read a time or two), I wasn’t sure what to expect when I opened this book.
What I got was four lovely stories with a common thread but unique voices. The first story, “Teddy” by Nicole Helm, was a great opener. It introduced all the characters without detracting too much from Teddy and Beau’s love story. It had some entertaining moments, particularly Teddy’s softness, her calm handling of bees, and the theft of the ducks. It set the tone for the sister’s steadfast loyalty to one another and left me thinking to get my hands on more of Helm’s writing.
I loved the second story, “Joey” by Maisey Yates, probably most of all. Yes, it had hallmarks of Yates’ writing and some little surprises. I appreciated the way she wrote Hollis, his backstory, and his reaction to meeting Joey, taking it in a slightly different direction than I expected. The reoccurrence of bluebonnets made me smile, and the tomboyish and direct Joey was so very likable.
“Georgie” by Jackie Ashenden was the third story and very enjoyable if a little frustrating. I am a big fan of best friend’s sister/brother’s best friend romance, and for the most part, I think this one was very well done. I wasn’t a fan of how the conflict between Georgie and Con played out—it felt forced—but on the whole, it was an easy-to-read story and gave insight into the prickly-but-sweet Georgie.
The fourth and final story, “Elliot” by Caitlin Crews, was neck and neck with “Joey” as my favorite in this anthology. I can’t help but love a single dad, and the precocious Katy reminded me of my own 12-year-old. The way Elliot nurtured her spirit and worked to show her what made a strong woman was delightful, and though I would’ve loved some more time with Elliot and Colt together, it was a wholly rewarding story.
This anthology is wrapped in a nice, neat bow by the epilogue, and although I would have happily much more about each of these sisters, I can’t complain about a book that was inviting, warm, engaging, and steamy. Highly recommend.
I was drawn to SWEET HOME COWBOY because of Maisey Yates, an author I have read for many years, and for the concept of four half-sisters coming together to start a new life that plays to each of their strengths. Mostly unfamiliar with the other three authors (the exception being Caitlin Crews, who I have read a time or two), I wasn’t sure what to expect when I opened this book.
What I got was four lovely stories with a common thread but unique voices. The first story, “Teddy” by Nicole Helm, was a great opener. It introduced all the characters without detracting too much from Teddy and Beau’s love story. It had some entertaining moments, particularly Teddy’s softness, her calm handling of bees, and the theft of the ducks. It set the tone for the sister’s steadfast loyalty to one another and left me thinking to get my hands on more of Helm’s writing.
I loved the second story, “Joey” by Maisey Yates, probably most of all. Yes, it had hallmarks of Yates’ writing and some little surprises. I appreciated the way she wrote Hollis, his backstory, and his reaction to meeting Joey, taking it in a slightly different direction than I expected. The reoccurrence of bluebonnets made me smile, and the tomboyish and direct Joey was so very likable.
“Georgie” by Jackie Ashenden was the third story and very enjoyable if a little frustrating. I am a big fan of best friend’s sister/brother’s best friend romance, and for the most part, I think this one was very well done. I wasn’t a fan of how the conflict between Georgie and Con played out—it felt forced—but on the whole, it was an easy-to-read story and gave insight into the prickly-but-sweet Georgie.
The fourth and final story, “Elliot” by Caitlin Crews, was neck and neck with “Joey” as my favorite in this anthology. I can’t help but love a single dad, and the precocious Katy reminded me of my own 12-year-old. The way Elliot nurtured her spirit and worked to show her what made a strong woman was delightful, and though I would’ve loved some more time with Elliot and Colt together, it was a wholly rewarding story.
This anthology is wrapped in a nice, neat bow by the epilogue, and although I would have happily much more about each of these sisters, I can’t complain about a book that was inviting, warm, engaging, and steamy. Highly recommend.
March 30, 2022
4.5 stars
You may have noticed I’ve been reading this series back-to-back, which is not always my way. I was offered a copy of this 3rd book in the series as an ARC and it finally got my butt in gear to read the other books in the series that I’ve been wanting to read since they came out. While I really don’t think you have to read this series in order and can definitely read each book as a standalone, that’s not how my brain works.
This time around we have 4 half-sisters. Their dad, Mickey Hathaway, was a cad and had gotten 4 different women pregnant within the same year. Luckily, the moms bonded in a way and decided to keep in touch so their daughters could know each other. They met in person when they were 13 and have been fast friends ever since. Only one actually grew up in Jasper Creek, but they all came “home” when their grandfather fell ill and decided to stay and start a business together. While they did stay at Grandma June’s house in the first chapter when they got to town on an emergency basis, they ended up moving to the abandoned main house on their grandpa’s ranch.
Teddy by Nicole Helm
Teddy is not the sister who lives in Jasper Creek. In fact, she moved the furthest to be there. Her mom was devastated by what Mickey Hathaway had done and had moved as far away as possible. She raised Teddy to never rely on a man and, in fact, to actively not trust anything they promised. Because of her kind and bubbly nature, Teddy took that all in but it didn’t make her cynical or brooding. Yet, she was a bit naïve to the world. She had a list of questions a man had to get through in order to even go on a 1st date with her, which was why she had never been on a date. She lived a pretty sheltered life and her mom had finally realized that Teddy, at 25 years old, needed to find some independence. So while her sisters went back to their homes to pack up and tie up loose ends, once the decision was made to live permanently in Jasper Creek Teddy stayed behind to start cleaning up the old homestead house. She knew if she went back to Maine she may not have the guts to leave again.
If you read the last book, A Good Old-Fashioned Cowboy, you know that Beau comes from a family that does not know how to show emotions. Teddy brings something out in Beau that he’s not used to feeling. Over and over he thinks that he needs to cut things off with her before he hurts her, but over and over he can’t seem to walk away. These two are really sweet together and kind of exist in a bubble. Teddy’s sisters know about Beau, but they don’t interact with him. Beau’s mom and sister know he’s seeing someone, but he hasn’t officially introduced them. And when it comes to the point in their relationship that their families may start to intermingle, Beau full-on panics.
I feel saying too much about why Beau is so afraid of love is a bit spoiler-ish, but his is a touching story and I even almost feel sorry for him. He’s erected so many walls to protect himself and he’s only hurting himself instead. Yet, that just leads us to a fantastic grovel scene with a ton of heart melting moments.
I would have liked to get to know the sisters a bit better, I felt I had a better understanding of the characters and their dynamics in the previous books. But that could be because this is the first of the four stories. That remains to be seen. ~ 4 stars
Joey by Maisey Yates
I adore Joey. She speaks her mind, is no-nonsense, has a pretty good head on her shoulders, and has no clue what she’s doing. Well, she actually knows a lot and is sort of a jack of all trades. But when it comes to relationships, be it romantic or familial, she’s like a fish out of water. Her habit of plowing forward head first into the unknown works for the short term, but really leaves her feeling afloat when it comes to long term ramifications.
Hollis is a very serious sort. He’s lived and loved and lost and decided he’ll just make due from here on out. No muss, no fuss. Hollis has a very caring and beautiful heart; he just can’t ever see sharing his heart again. Of course, Joey throws all of Hollis’ beliefs in how the rest of his life will go straight out the window. Not that she means to or even wants to, but some things are just meant to be.
This story is so much about discovery of self in two totally different ways. There is a conversation Joey has with her mom at one point and I appreciated a lot of what her mom had to say. We put on a different face for our children so they may think they know us, but they really don’t. Not really the way they think they do anyway. It was a surprising and welcome addition to this story.
I’m pleased to say I felt we got to know the sisters much better in this story. I felt I am much more invested in their relationship with one another now. ~ 4 stars
Georgie by Jackie Ashenden
The story of Georgie and Con is very self-contained. It really takes place over the course of about 24 hours, but their connection goes back years. So, while it seems fast, especially for prickly Georgie who hasn’t shown any interest in romance so far, it actually is a slow burn that was condensed to one day. This may or may not sound like a good thing to you, depending on your preferences in romance, but I strongly urge you to give them a chance. The pacing and development of Georgie’s HEA is written so well and with a lot of care.
Not only is the chemistry between Con and Georgie undeniable, both of their pasts are just raw and heartbreaking. They understand each other in a way few would ever be able to understand them. It’s also the thing that makes them both so terrified of going all in with admitting their feelings. This story goes in one direction and takes a quick u-turn that will have you pulling out your hair. Of course, we still get our HEA as promised. And it’s well worth the bit of pain we that is thrown in while these crazy kids figure it all out. ~ 5 stars
Elliot by Caitlin Crews
This is the coupling that is hinted at throughout the previous three stories, so it surprised me that the timeline seemed a bit off. Don’t get me wrong, I am amazed these authors can keep the timeline so well when there are four of them working to weave their stories together. They are extremely good at getting the character’s voices correct when it’s not their character, so to speak. For the most part, it’s easy to see where a certain couple’s story starts even while reading one of the other stories. I guess that’s why it surprised me that it felt off at first. That did not take away from the story, though.
Not to take anything away from the other main characters in this book and this series, but I love how much Elliot embraces her sexuality and goes for what she wants. Not that she’s unfeeling, she actually has a very soft center. But Elliot does not suffer fools and does not believe herself to be a fool. She believes she’s going in with her eyes wide open. But then, she’s also never fallen in love. Neither has Colt, for that matter. He may have a tween daughter, but she was not the result of any sort of long-term relationship. Colt loves his daughter, Katy, more than anything. He’s also taken protecting her and being her everything to an extreme level to the point where he doesn’t even realize he never does anything only for himself. He’s become quite dour and serious over the years.
Elliot and Katy hit it off right away. Elliot has a way of talking to her that boosts her up instead of talking down to her because of her age. At the same time, there is an undeniable spark between Elliot and Colt. All of the dynamics of this story are wonderful. Colt may think he’s playing it cool, but Katy and all of his brothers see more than he wants them to. Which helps in the end when they call him on his boneheaded reactions to Elliot and her obvious love for him and his daughter.
With Elliot being the more sensible of the sisters when it comes to relationships, her breakdown when things unravel hit a bit harder than the others. Those scenes were very well written and gave me all the feels. Plus, they culminated in a great grovel. ~ 4.5 stars
Summary: While I missed the magic surrounding Grandma June’s house, I loved seeing many of my favorite characters from those books. And the sisters living in their grandfather’s old house made a lot more sense to this book. These sisters seem to make their own magic, just in a different way.
Overall = 4.375 stars (we’ll round that up to 4.5)
**I received an ARC of this book courtesy of NetGalley and the publisher. All opinions expressed in this review are my own and given freely**
You can find an excerpt of this book at All In Good Time
You may have noticed I’ve been reading this series back-to-back, which is not always my way. I was offered a copy of this 3rd book in the series as an ARC and it finally got my butt in gear to read the other books in the series that I’ve been wanting to read since they came out. While I really don’t think you have to read this series in order and can definitely read each book as a standalone, that’s not how my brain works.
This time around we have 4 half-sisters. Their dad, Mickey Hathaway, was a cad and had gotten 4 different women pregnant within the same year. Luckily, the moms bonded in a way and decided to keep in touch so their daughters could know each other. They met in person when they were 13 and have been fast friends ever since. Only one actually grew up in Jasper Creek, but they all came “home” when their grandfather fell ill and decided to stay and start a business together. While they did stay at Grandma June’s house in the first chapter when they got to town on an emergency basis, they ended up moving to the abandoned main house on their grandpa’s ranch.
Teddy by Nicole Helm
Teddy is not the sister who lives in Jasper Creek. In fact, she moved the furthest to be there. Her mom was devastated by what Mickey Hathaway had done and had moved as far away as possible. She raised Teddy to never rely on a man and, in fact, to actively not trust anything they promised. Because of her kind and bubbly nature, Teddy took that all in but it didn’t make her cynical or brooding. Yet, she was a bit naïve to the world. She had a list of questions a man had to get through in order to even go on a 1st date with her, which was why she had never been on a date. She lived a pretty sheltered life and her mom had finally realized that Teddy, at 25 years old, needed to find some independence. So while her sisters went back to their homes to pack up and tie up loose ends, once the decision was made to live permanently in Jasper Creek Teddy stayed behind to start cleaning up the old homestead house. She knew if she went back to Maine she may not have the guts to leave again.
If you read the last book, A Good Old-Fashioned Cowboy, you know that Beau comes from a family that does not know how to show emotions. Teddy brings something out in Beau that he’s not used to feeling. Over and over he thinks that he needs to cut things off with her before he hurts her, but over and over he can’t seem to walk away. These two are really sweet together and kind of exist in a bubble. Teddy’s sisters know about Beau, but they don’t interact with him. Beau’s mom and sister know he’s seeing someone, but he hasn’t officially introduced them. And when it comes to the point in their relationship that their families may start to intermingle, Beau full-on panics.
I feel saying too much about why Beau is so afraid of love is a bit spoiler-ish, but his is a touching story and I even almost feel sorry for him. He’s erected so many walls to protect himself and he’s only hurting himself instead. Yet, that just leads us to a fantastic grovel scene with a ton of heart melting moments.
I would have liked to get to know the sisters a bit better, I felt I had a better understanding of the characters and their dynamics in the previous books. But that could be because this is the first of the four stories. That remains to be seen. ~ 4 stars
Joey by Maisey Yates
I adore Joey. She speaks her mind, is no-nonsense, has a pretty good head on her shoulders, and has no clue what she’s doing. Well, she actually knows a lot and is sort of a jack of all trades. But when it comes to relationships, be it romantic or familial, she’s like a fish out of water. Her habit of plowing forward head first into the unknown works for the short term, but really leaves her feeling afloat when it comes to long term ramifications.
Hollis is a very serious sort. He’s lived and loved and lost and decided he’ll just make due from here on out. No muss, no fuss. Hollis has a very caring and beautiful heart; he just can’t ever see sharing his heart again. Of course, Joey throws all of Hollis’ beliefs in how the rest of his life will go straight out the window. Not that she means to or even wants to, but some things are just meant to be.
This story is so much about discovery of self in two totally different ways. There is a conversation Joey has with her mom at one point and I appreciated a lot of what her mom had to say. We put on a different face for our children so they may think they know us, but they really don’t. Not really the way they think they do anyway. It was a surprising and welcome addition to this story.
I’m pleased to say I felt we got to know the sisters much better in this story. I felt I am much more invested in their relationship with one another now. ~ 4 stars
Georgie by Jackie Ashenden
The story of Georgie and Con is very self-contained. It really takes place over the course of about 24 hours, but their connection goes back years. So, while it seems fast, especially for prickly Georgie who hasn’t shown any interest in romance so far, it actually is a slow burn that was condensed to one day. This may or may not sound like a good thing to you, depending on your preferences in romance, but I strongly urge you to give them a chance. The pacing and development of Georgie’s HEA is written so well and with a lot of care.
Not only is the chemistry between Con and Georgie undeniable, both of their pasts are just raw and heartbreaking. They understand each other in a way few would ever be able to understand them. It’s also the thing that makes them both so terrified of going all in with admitting their feelings. This story goes in one direction and takes a quick u-turn that will have you pulling out your hair. Of course, we still get our HEA as promised. And it’s well worth the bit of pain we that is thrown in while these crazy kids figure it all out. ~ 5 stars
Elliot by Caitlin Crews
This is the coupling that is hinted at throughout the previous three stories, so it surprised me that the timeline seemed a bit off. Don’t get me wrong, I am amazed these authors can keep the timeline so well when there are four of them working to weave their stories together. They are extremely good at getting the character’s voices correct when it’s not their character, so to speak. For the most part, it’s easy to see where a certain couple’s story starts even while reading one of the other stories. I guess that’s why it surprised me that it felt off at first. That did not take away from the story, though.
Not to take anything away from the other main characters in this book and this series, but I love how much Elliot embraces her sexuality and goes for what she wants. Not that she’s unfeeling, she actually has a very soft center. But Elliot does not suffer fools and does not believe herself to be a fool. She believes she’s going in with her eyes wide open. But then, she’s also never fallen in love. Neither has Colt, for that matter. He may have a tween daughter, but she was not the result of any sort of long-term relationship. Colt loves his daughter, Katy, more than anything. He’s also taken protecting her and being her everything to an extreme level to the point where he doesn’t even realize he never does anything only for himself. He’s become quite dour and serious over the years.
Elliot and Katy hit it off right away. Elliot has a way of talking to her that boosts her up instead of talking down to her because of her age. At the same time, there is an undeniable spark between Elliot and Colt. All of the dynamics of this story are wonderful. Colt may think he’s playing it cool, but Katy and all of his brothers see more than he wants them to. Which helps in the end when they call him on his boneheaded reactions to Elliot and her obvious love for him and his daughter.
With Elliot being the more sensible of the sisters when it comes to relationships, her breakdown when things unravel hit a bit harder than the others. Those scenes were very well written and gave me all the feels. Plus, they culminated in a great grovel. ~ 4.5 stars
Summary: While I missed the magic surrounding Grandma June’s house, I loved seeing many of my favorite characters from those books. And the sisters living in their grandfather’s old house made a lot more sense to this book. These sisters seem to make their own magic, just in a different way.
Overall = 4.375 stars (we’ll round that up to 4.5)
**I received an ARC of this book courtesy of NetGalley and the publisher. All opinions expressed in this review are my own and given freely**
You can find an excerpt of this book at All In Good Time
April 2, 2022
Sweet Home Cowboy by Jackie Ashenden, Maisey Yates, Caitlin Crews, and Nicole Helm is a wonderful, connected compilation of romance stories reminding the characters of the strength and love of family. This anthology has the theme of siblings; actually, four half sisters who have come together to create their own version of home after their paternal grandfather suffered a recent health scare. Each sibling’s story is written by a different author and each story is of novella length.
Four local cowboys in Jasper Creek, Oregon, have no idea that “old” Jack Hathaway's recent illness is going to change their lives, forever. When Grandpa Jack gets sick, his four granddaughters come together in the small town to take care of him and his uncultivated ranch. These four young ladies, all fathered in the same year by Jack's ne'er-do-well son, met when their four different mothers sent them to the same summer camp at age 13, so they could get to know each other. Bonded as sisters for the past dozen years, they decide to join forces and help each other set up their dream jobs on their grandfather's dilapidated ranch. Now they are finally ready to support each other as they each find the cowboy of their dreams. Each sister has a unique personality and passion, and it was really enjoyable getting to know them one by one. They each have their own creative outlet, all of which blend together beautifully to create their "Four Sisters Farm" store a profitable place. It is difficult to pick a favorite sibling story; they each have their own strengths and the author develops them in weird, wonderful ways.
Each of these novellas are wrapped up in a truly charming epilogue, and what these 4 authors have created is a joyous, magical, funny, charming, and touching homage to sisterhood, womanhood, family and friends, and I cannot recommend it highly enough. Bravo, ladies! I can't wait until the next collaboration.
Ms. Ashenden, Ms. Yates, Ms. Helm, and Ms Crews wrote wonderful and moving romance anthology that is not to be missed. Each story gives you warm tingles, emotion, and charming characters and the magic of family, that, by the end, you feel as if you know the minds and hearts of each of its characters, understand their loneliness, their hopes and their dreams. I highly recommend Sweet Home Cowboy to other readers.
I voluntarily reviewed a complimentary copy of this book.
Four local cowboys in Jasper Creek, Oregon, have no idea that “old” Jack Hathaway's recent illness is going to change their lives, forever. When Grandpa Jack gets sick, his four granddaughters come together in the small town to take care of him and his uncultivated ranch. These four young ladies, all fathered in the same year by Jack's ne'er-do-well son, met when their four different mothers sent them to the same summer camp at age 13, so they could get to know each other. Bonded as sisters for the past dozen years, they decide to join forces and help each other set up their dream jobs on their grandfather's dilapidated ranch. Now they are finally ready to support each other as they each find the cowboy of their dreams. Each sister has a unique personality and passion, and it was really enjoyable getting to know them one by one. They each have their own creative outlet, all of which blend together beautifully to create their "Four Sisters Farm" store a profitable place. It is difficult to pick a favorite sibling story; they each have their own strengths and the author develops them in weird, wonderful ways.
Each of these novellas are wrapped up in a truly charming epilogue, and what these 4 authors have created is a joyous, magical, funny, charming, and touching homage to sisterhood, womanhood, family and friends, and I cannot recommend it highly enough. Bravo, ladies! I can't wait until the next collaboration.
Ms. Ashenden, Ms. Yates, Ms. Helm, and Ms Crews wrote wonderful and moving romance anthology that is not to be missed. Each story gives you warm tingles, emotion, and charming characters and the magic of family, that, by the end, you feel as if you know the minds and hearts of each of its characters, understand their loneliness, their hopes and their dreams. I highly recommend Sweet Home Cowboy to other readers.
I voluntarily reviewed a complimentary copy of this book.
April 1, 2022
Sweet Home Cowboy is a delightful contemporary romance anthology that sparkles with emotion, intensity, poignancy and charm.
Teddy, Joey, Georgie and Elliot are half sisters who met at summer camp when they were thirteen years old and vowed to always be there for one another and never to let anyone come between them. Life has thrown many a curveball their way, but when their ailing cranky grandfather becomes ill, the sisters decide to come together and to help revitalize his ranch. It’s a decision they all agreed on and each and every one them is in no doubt that helping out their grandfather is the right thing to do – until they cross paths with four neighborhood cowboys who end up turning their lives upside down.
Teddy has always given relationships a wide berth. She has never met anyone worth putting her heart on the line for – until now. Is Teddy willing to take a chance on love? Or will her doubts and insecurities end up getting in the way of her happiness? Joey is at her happiest when she is getting her hands dirty on the farm. Relationships have always been off the cards for her, but will a sexy brooding cowboy end up changing her mind? Georgie loves baking up a storm in the kitchen, but in Jasper Creek, temptation comes in the form of a delectable cowboy who might be the most forbidden treat of all. Finally, ceramicist Elliot finds herself getting very hands-on with the grumpy single dad rancher next door.
As the four Hathaway sisters find themselves going on the emotional rollercoaster journey of a lifetime, they discover that nobody has your back quite like your siblings and that a sexy cowboy is always worth coming home to…
When an anthology has got Maisey Yates, Jackie Ashenden, Nicole Helm and Caitlin Crews’ names on the front cover, you know that it’s going to be dynamite and Sweet Home Cowboy is a highly emotional and immensely satisfying Western romance anthology that sizzles with heat, heart and humor.
The four Hathaway sisters are fantastic characters you cannot help but root for and the relationship between the four of them is sure to raise a smile while their love stories will touch your heart and even bring a tear to the eye.
Sexy, smart and scintillating, Sweet Home Cowboy is a fantastic collection of four irresistible novellas from four very talented authors you do not want to miss.
I voluntarily read and reviewed an Advanced Reader Copy of this book. All thoughts and opinions are my own.
Teddy, Joey, Georgie and Elliot are half sisters who met at summer camp when they were thirteen years old and vowed to always be there for one another and never to let anyone come between them. Life has thrown many a curveball their way, but when their ailing cranky grandfather becomes ill, the sisters decide to come together and to help revitalize his ranch. It’s a decision they all agreed on and each and every one them is in no doubt that helping out their grandfather is the right thing to do – until they cross paths with four neighborhood cowboys who end up turning their lives upside down.
Teddy has always given relationships a wide berth. She has never met anyone worth putting her heart on the line for – until now. Is Teddy willing to take a chance on love? Or will her doubts and insecurities end up getting in the way of her happiness? Joey is at her happiest when she is getting her hands dirty on the farm. Relationships have always been off the cards for her, but will a sexy brooding cowboy end up changing her mind? Georgie loves baking up a storm in the kitchen, but in Jasper Creek, temptation comes in the form of a delectable cowboy who might be the most forbidden treat of all. Finally, ceramicist Elliot finds herself getting very hands-on with the grumpy single dad rancher next door.
As the four Hathaway sisters find themselves going on the emotional rollercoaster journey of a lifetime, they discover that nobody has your back quite like your siblings and that a sexy cowboy is always worth coming home to…
When an anthology has got Maisey Yates, Jackie Ashenden, Nicole Helm and Caitlin Crews’ names on the front cover, you know that it’s going to be dynamite and Sweet Home Cowboy is a highly emotional and immensely satisfying Western romance anthology that sizzles with heat, heart and humor.
The four Hathaway sisters are fantastic characters you cannot help but root for and the relationship between the four of them is sure to raise a smile while their love stories will touch your heart and even bring a tear to the eye.
Sexy, smart and scintillating, Sweet Home Cowboy is a fantastic collection of four irresistible novellas from four very talented authors you do not want to miss.
I voluntarily read and reviewed an Advanced Reader Copy of this book. All thoughts and opinions are my own.
March 29, 2022
Take four half sisters, one grumpy grouchy grandpa and four amazing authors and you have one amazing book.
Four half sisters, Teddy, Joey, Georgie and Eilliot having met at summer camp when they were thirteen, each having the same absentee father, join together to revive their ailing grandfather’s ranch. Each sister is unique, witty and a strong female. The characters were written with such depth and the story flows effortlessly between them. The authors who are also friends took each story and made it uniquely theirs while also intertwining with each others writing style.
I chose this book because Maisey Yates is a familiar author to me, and I have read several of her books and loved them. I really enjoyed experiencing new authors Caitlin Crews, Nicole Helm and Jackie Ashenden and adored their unique writing styles. The sisters were fun to get to know and I admired each of their talents. The story was funny, thoughtful, full of family and friends and in my opinion a fabulous collaboration. This is the first book I have read where several authors came together, and I look forward to more. Thank you to the authors, Harlequin Publishing and Netgalley for my advanced readers copy that I voluntarily read and reviewed. A great summer read friends.
Four half sisters, Teddy, Joey, Georgie and Eilliot having met at summer camp when they were thirteen, each having the same absentee father, join together to revive their ailing grandfather’s ranch. Each sister is unique, witty and a strong female. The characters were written with such depth and the story flows effortlessly between them. The authors who are also friends took each story and made it uniquely theirs while also intertwining with each others writing style.
I chose this book because Maisey Yates is a familiar author to me, and I have read several of her books and loved them. I really enjoyed experiencing new authors Caitlin Crews, Nicole Helm and Jackie Ashenden and adored their unique writing styles. The sisters were fun to get to know and I admired each of their talents. The story was funny, thoughtful, full of family and friends and in my opinion a fabulous collaboration. This is the first book I have read where several authors came together, and I look forward to more. Thank you to the authors, Harlequin Publishing and Netgalley for my advanced readers copy that I voluntarily read and reviewed. A great summer read friends.
May 14, 2022
The authors did a wonderful job of each writing about one of the 4 sisters, yet they seamlessly combined each story into each other's sister's book. I loved the, "Sister Sundays". The individuality of each of these Sunday's made me want to pull up a chair and join in the fun. The personalities of each of the Hathaway sisters were fun and quirky, and they all had a sweet side, but yet they had a strong personality that gives no quarter to those who hurt one of the sisters. They take no prisoners.
I loved their grumpy grandfather, who in the end was not really grumpy and when I got to the end of this book, I was grabbing for my tissues at his speech to his beloved granddaughters. I dare you not to shed a few tears when reading the end of this book. There were a lot of funny, sweet and passionate times with the four sisters and the men who had the courage to love these women.
Well done, Maisey, Catlin, Nicole and Jackie, I hope you all write more books like this. They will be finding their way to my TBR shelf.
I loved their grumpy grandfather, who in the end was not really grumpy and when I got to the end of this book, I was grabbing for my tissues at his speech to his beloved granddaughters. I dare you not to shed a few tears when reading the end of this book. There were a lot of funny, sweet and passionate times with the four sisters and the men who had the courage to love these women.
Well done, Maisey, Catlin, Nicole and Jackie, I hope you all write more books like this. They will be finding their way to my TBR shelf.
March 24, 2022
Four sisters who have no reason to trust men find themselves unexpectedly enthralled by irresistible cowboys.
The Hathaway sisters were all raised by single moms who were preyed upon by their reprehensible playboy father. But even though their father is shiftless and unreliable, they have each other and they have their grandfather. When he falls ill they collaborate to move to his small town. They have a dream of putting down roots and rejuvenating the farm.
Teddy is a bee-keeper with an inexplicable love of chickens. When she meets Beau, she is tempted by his sculpted muscles and easy-going manner. But he's a player and Teddy will only surrender herself completely to someone who's in it for the long haul.
Joey is the happiest when she is doing what needs to be done. She can wield a wrench as easily as she can wield a spade. But the antique farm equipment in her grandfather's barn is beyond her skills. She hires the antique tractor mechanic sight unseen and is thrown for a loop when he shows up. He's not the old codger she imagined. Nope. Instead Hollis is a lone wolf, brooding, tall drink of water.
Georgie grew up with her brother Felix and his best friend, Con. But Con has a secret. He's been in love with Georgie for years. And he wants forever with her.
Elliot is struck speechless the first time she get's a close-up of her grouchy, annoying neighbor. Because he's shirtless and his chest is a work of art. And he shows her in the first fifteen minutes of their meeting what a devoted single father he is. Even though the sparks are hotter than a fireworks show, Colt doesn't need or want complications in his life.
I loved the way each sister's story unfolded. Although the plots quickly progressed, they didn't feel like they were based on insta-love.
Plot: 4 Stars
Characters: 4 Stars (Except for Hollis & Colt -- 5 Stars ;)
Steam: 3 Stars (Open door but not explicit)
The Hathaway sisters were all raised by single moms who were preyed upon by their reprehensible playboy father. But even though their father is shiftless and unreliable, they have each other and they have their grandfather. When he falls ill they collaborate to move to his small town. They have a dream of putting down roots and rejuvenating the farm.
Teddy is a bee-keeper with an inexplicable love of chickens. When she meets Beau, she is tempted by his sculpted muscles and easy-going manner. But he's a player and Teddy will only surrender herself completely to someone who's in it for the long haul.
Joey is the happiest when she is doing what needs to be done. She can wield a wrench as easily as she can wield a spade. But the antique farm equipment in her grandfather's barn is beyond her skills. She hires the antique tractor mechanic sight unseen and is thrown for a loop when he shows up. He's not the old codger she imagined. Nope. Instead Hollis is a lone wolf, brooding, tall drink of water.
Georgie grew up with her brother Felix and his best friend, Con. But Con has a secret. He's been in love with Georgie for years. And he wants forever with her.
Elliot is struck speechless the first time she get's a close-up of her grouchy, annoying neighbor. Because he's shirtless and his chest is a work of art. And he shows her in the first fifteen minutes of their meeting what a devoted single father he is. Even though the sparks are hotter than a fireworks show, Colt doesn't need or want complications in his life.
I loved the way each sister's story unfolded. Although the plots quickly progressed, they didn't feel like they were based on insta-love.
Plot: 4 Stars
Characters: 4 Stars (Except for Hollis & Colt -- 5 Stars ;)
Steam: 3 Stars (Open door but not explicit)
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
April 1, 2022
Each author takes a sister and gives us her tale of love with a cowboy and I was constantly blown away by how well the four authors worked together. The stories all work seamlessly together and it’s hard to believe it was more than one person writing them. Each of them had a firm grasp on not only her character, but everyone else’s as well. They also had the same perspective on the setting and I loved uncovering more about their farmhouse and plans for their future with every story.
While I loved all the different romances and the different tropes that they had, it was hard to really care about them when everything was happening so fast. There were so many great themes and ideas brought up regarding trauma from abandoned parents and loss in general and I think each author did a great job with such heavy topics. I enjoyed these things in each character by themselves but I didn’t really need to have the happily ever romances that went along with it.
*Thank you to HQN for providing me with a book in exchange for my honest review.
While I loved all the different romances and the different tropes that they had, it was hard to really care about them when everything was happening so fast. There were so many great themes and ideas brought up regarding trauma from abandoned parents and loss in general and I think each author did a great job with such heavy topics. I enjoyed these things in each character by themselves but I didn’t really need to have the happily ever romances that went along with it.
*Thank you to HQN for providing me with a book in exchange for my honest review.
January 30, 2025
Teddy and Beau – These two were a lot of fun, but there were some deeper demons lingering under all that devil may care attitudes. She recognized and wrestled her’s first, he took a bit more prodding to get there. A fun couple with deep wells in their hearts <3
Teddy and Hollis – Oh, our logical girl gets so confused by all those pesky feelings! Luckily she has lots of supportive people around her to guide her to unravel them all <3
Georgie and Can – These two had deep scars from feeling unloved by parents. The tables flip on who and how is dealing with it, but they eventually get there. I was a bit disappointed we didn’t get our Grampa Jack moment ☹
Elliot and Colt – Complete opposites, but they tended to rub off on each other! The single dad and the free spirit start off one way, and then make a turn, and that is what brings them together <3
Teddy and Hollis – Oh, our logical girl gets so confused by all those pesky feelings! Luckily she has lots of supportive people around her to guide her to unravel them all <3
Georgie and Can – These two had deep scars from feeling unloved by parents. The tables flip on who and how is dealing with it, but they eventually get there. I was a bit disappointed we didn’t get our Grampa Jack moment ☹
Elliot and Colt – Complete opposites, but they tended to rub off on each other! The single dad and the free spirit start off one way, and then make a turn, and that is what brings them together <3
March 12, 2022
These cowboys don't know what hit 'em!
Four local cowboys in Jasper Creek, Oregon, have no idea how old Jack Hathaway's recent illness is going to change their lives. When Grandpa Jack gets sick, his four granddaughters converge on the small town to take care of him and the ranch he's let fallow. These four young ladies, all fathered in the same year by Jack's ne'er-do-well son, met when their four different mothers sent them to the same summer camp at age 13, so they could get to know each other. Bonded as sisters for the past dozen years, they're now able to join forces and help each other set up their dream jobs on their grandfather's dilapidated ranch. And they're ready to support each other as they each find the cowboy of their dreams.
Each of the sisters are unique in personality and passion, and I really enjoyed getting to know them one by one. I loved how each one had a special "flower" designation, and that was especially well incorporated into the story with Joey and Hollis, which, for that and many other reasons, is my favorite of the four. They each have their own creative outlet, all of which blend together beautifully to make their "Four Sisters Farm" store a place that I wholeheartedly wish existed in real life.
The four authors must have copiously shared notes throughout the writing process to achieve such an amazing level of cohesiveness throughout each story. Each of these four authors are consistently on my Must Read list, and when they collaborate the result is pure magic. This is the third such collaboration, and is connected to the previous two in that all three take place in Jasper Creek, Oregon, and there are some crossover characters - several of the brothers and sisters of our main characters were featured in the earlier compilations.
I don't know if it was by design or just a coincidence, but all four romances follow the same trajectory: attraction, intimacy, feelings, then as soon as one of them expresses their feelings, the other feels trapped and unworthy due in some way to their family history. Once they're convinced - usually by someone in their family - that they're wrong, we get the inevitable groveling and reconciliation scene. Not that they aren't written beautifully with strong characters and deep, heartfelt emotions, but in a set of four I would've liked a little variety.
The epilogue was told from the viewpoint of a secondary character in all four stories, and it was simply brilliant. It brought together all the things we loved about each story and gave us a very satisfying HEA for all involved. I voluntarily reviewed an ARC of this book.
Four local cowboys in Jasper Creek, Oregon, have no idea how old Jack Hathaway's recent illness is going to change their lives. When Grandpa Jack gets sick, his four granddaughters converge on the small town to take care of him and the ranch he's let fallow. These four young ladies, all fathered in the same year by Jack's ne'er-do-well son, met when their four different mothers sent them to the same summer camp at age 13, so they could get to know each other. Bonded as sisters for the past dozen years, they're now able to join forces and help each other set up their dream jobs on their grandfather's dilapidated ranch. And they're ready to support each other as they each find the cowboy of their dreams.
Each of the sisters are unique in personality and passion, and I really enjoyed getting to know them one by one. I loved how each one had a special "flower" designation, and that was especially well incorporated into the story with Joey and Hollis, which, for that and many other reasons, is my favorite of the four. They each have their own creative outlet, all of which blend together beautifully to make their "Four Sisters Farm" store a place that I wholeheartedly wish existed in real life.
The four authors must have copiously shared notes throughout the writing process to achieve such an amazing level of cohesiveness throughout each story. Each of these four authors are consistently on my Must Read list, and when they collaborate the result is pure magic. This is the third such collaboration, and is connected to the previous two in that all three take place in Jasper Creek, Oregon, and there are some crossover characters - several of the brothers and sisters of our main characters were featured in the earlier compilations.
I don't know if it was by design or just a coincidence, but all four romances follow the same trajectory: attraction, intimacy, feelings, then as soon as one of them expresses their feelings, the other feels trapped and unworthy due in some way to their family history. Once they're convinced - usually by someone in their family - that they're wrong, we get the inevitable groveling and reconciliation scene. Not that they aren't written beautifully with strong characters and deep, heartfelt emotions, but in a set of four I would've liked a little variety.
The epilogue was told from the viewpoint of a secondary character in all four stories, and it was simply brilliant. It brought together all the things we loved about each story and gave us a very satisfying HEA for all involved. I voluntarily reviewed an ARC of this book.
April 2, 2022
This is a heartwarming story which features four novellas by four different authors about Teddy, Joey, Georgie and Elliott. These four women all share the same father, but different mothers and they meet each other when they were teenagers. Even though there was a physical distance between them they shared an emotional connection so when their grandfather needs them, they don’t hesitate to put their lives on hold to be there for them.
The sisters are very different as well as their stories, but they were always there to support each other not only when it comes to their grandfather but also when love comes into their lives. Great characters combined with humor, heart and all the feels are sure to keep you entertained.
The sisters are very different as well as their stories, but they were always there to support each other not only when it comes to their grandfather but also when love comes into their lives. Great characters combined with humor, heart and all the feels are sure to keep you entertained.
February 17, 2024
this wasn’t the most sophisticatedly crafted book, though the stories themselves were delightfully intertwined. it is truly a wonderfully sunshine-y collection of love stories about four sisters who find what they need and navigate love, together.
June 6, 2023
I loved this book. It was written by four different authors. The story was about four half sisters and each author wrote about one of them. Great story!
March 24, 2022
I enjoyed this book. I thought that it was great that you got all four of the half-sister's stories in one convenient book. Each novella length romance focuses on its own couple and while there is an overall cohesive feel, each heroine really has their own personality and I thought that breathed a nice breath of freshness into each entry. With plenty of heart and emotions, this read generates lots of feels. I am electing to post a forthright review.
July 25, 2022
Individual ratings for each story are detailed below. As a whole, I didn't enjoy this collection as much as I have the previous two. Maybe it's my current mood (cynical) or maybe I just wasn't feeling it this time.
Teddy - Rated 5 Wooden Duck Stars
Joey - Rated 4 Fields of Bluebonnet Stars
Georgie - Rated 3 Chocolate Souffle Stars
Elliott - Rated 3 Troll Cowboys
Teddy - Rated 5 Wooden Duck Stars
Joey - Rated 4 Fields of Bluebonnet Stars
Georgie - Rated 3 Chocolate Souffle Stars
Elliott - Rated 3 Troll Cowboys
March 4, 2022
A sweet and delightful anthology of stories centering around four half-sisters who recently moved in together. Each have their strengths, weakness, and their uniqueness. Each sister contributes to the Four Sisters Farm to make it a success. The men they meet also have their own strengths and weaknesses.
“Teddy” by Nicole Helm
Teddy’s story introduces us to the sisters. Teddy, is the innocent, sweet sister. She meets Beau who is the only man to answer her required questions before dating her.
“Joey” by Maisey Yates
Joey and Hollis was probably my favorite. Joey is the tomboyish, direct sister. She grew up not needing anyone; she figured things out herself or learned from someone. Hollis had been grieving and Joey helped mend his broken heart. Joey, who for the first time was not in control of her feelings, was scared. These two were perfect for each other.
“Georgie” by Jackie Ashenden
Georgie is the grumpy prickly sister who really isn’t interested in anything but baking and her sisters. This was a brother’s best friend/best friend sister romance. Con had a kitchen in his house designed for Georgie even before they were together which I found very sweet. His patience won me over and she slowly came to be aware of what he’d been to her over the years.
“Elliot” by Caitlin Crews
Elliot was a second favorite of mine. Elliot was hoot as she is all about the moment and is direct. This is a single dad romance and Colt’s 12 year old daughter nearly stole the story.
I adored that all the sisters do exactly what they want, when they want, and don’t worry about being a bit different from others. Their Sister Sunday showcased their uniqueness.
This anthology is wrapped up wonderfully in the epilogue.
“Teddy” by Nicole Helm
Teddy’s story introduces us to the sisters. Teddy, is the innocent, sweet sister. She meets Beau who is the only man to answer her required questions before dating her.
“Joey” by Maisey Yates
Joey and Hollis was probably my favorite. Joey is the tomboyish, direct sister. She grew up not needing anyone; she figured things out herself or learned from someone. Hollis had been grieving and Joey helped mend his broken heart. Joey, who for the first time was not in control of her feelings, was scared. These two were perfect for each other.
“Georgie” by Jackie Ashenden
Georgie is the grumpy prickly sister who really isn’t interested in anything but baking and her sisters. This was a brother’s best friend/best friend sister romance. Con had a kitchen in his house designed for Georgie even before they were together which I found very sweet. His patience won me over and she slowly came to be aware of what he’d been to her over the years.
“Elliot” by Caitlin Crews
Elliot was a second favorite of mine. Elliot was hoot as she is all about the moment and is direct. This is a single dad romance and Colt’s 12 year old daughter nearly stole the story.
I adored that all the sisters do exactly what they want, when they want, and don’t worry about being a bit different from others. Their Sister Sunday showcased their uniqueness.
This anthology is wrapped up wonderfully in the epilogue.
February 21, 2022
This book is a little different that others I have encounter. Four authors give us the story of each of the four Hathaway half sisters . Half-sisters that met when they were 13 and have become true sisters ever since. When their cranky grandfather becomes ill, they come together to help him. As different as each one is, their bond is indestructible.
None expected to expected to find a cowboy that would open their hearts and find their HEA.
The authors seamlessly create a book that will touch your hearts and leave you smiling .
I was entrusted a copy of this book by Netgalley. The opinions expressed are solely my own.
None expected to expected to find a cowboy that would open their hearts and find their HEA.
The authors seamlessly create a book that will touch your hearts and leave you smiling .
I was entrusted a copy of this book by Netgalley. The opinions expressed are solely my own.
April 16, 2022
Home Sweet Cowboy by Maisey Yates, Caitlin Crews, Nicole Helms, and Jackie Ashenden. The book is a collaboration between four authors. Each other writes the major scenes for “their person. In this case, each of the main characters are four half sisters. They are connected by their father (not that he was EVER around) who jumped from woman to woman. The girls have known about each other and recently with the sudden illness of their grandfather, they have decided to stay together, working to create a farm store that sells their products.
Each of the sisters were named a male name which is another link in their favorite. Teddy, the beekeeper and chicken lover. She is sweet and good natured. Joey is a tomboy and wants to learn everythings she needs to learn to build to fix the store. Georgie can bake anything. She is a bit cranky, especially with the house chickens. Elliot makes ceramics, beautiful dishes and supplies. Together the sisters are strong. In this novel each sister finds her forever with Beau, Hollis, Con and Colt.
I loved how each author penned each sister, yet wrote in such a way that the stories are seamless and it is impossible to tell where each story begins and ends. I LOVED the novel, the sisters, the men, the storylines, and Grandpa. Home Sweet Cowboy by Maisey Yates, Caitlin Crews, Nicole Helms, and Jackie Ashenden.
Each of the sisters were named a male name which is another link in their favorite. Teddy, the beekeeper and chicken lover. She is sweet and good natured. Joey is a tomboy and wants to learn everythings she needs to learn to build to fix the store. Georgie can bake anything. She is a bit cranky, especially with the house chickens. Elliot makes ceramics, beautiful dishes and supplies. Together the sisters are strong. In this novel each sister finds her forever with Beau, Hollis, Con and Colt.
I loved how each author penned each sister, yet wrote in such a way that the stories are seamless and it is impossible to tell where each story begins and ends. I LOVED the novel, the sisters, the men, the storylines, and Grandpa. Home Sweet Cowboy by Maisey Yates, Caitlin Crews, Nicole Helms, and Jackie Ashenden.
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