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The Montana Sheriff
Down-to-earth sheriff Dan McKillop has always been more than a badge and a pretty face, but it turns out the ladies of Grand, Montana, find him far more appealing as the new co-owner of the Endeavour Ranch than they ever did as the town’s friendly, neighborhood playboy. Dan’s done with commitment-shy women only out for a good time. When a fiery beauty rides into his life on a sweet Harley-Davidson low rider, however, Dan fears he’s found trouble again.
Professional firefighter Jasmine O’Reilly is stationed to lead the airbase on the Endeavour Ranch for the summer. Having a safe and successful wildfire season could mean a promotion, and after raising herself out of poverty, Jazz has big dreams. She knows better than to put her future in a man’s hands no matter how charming, wealthy, or full of promises he is.
Good-intentioned but overprotective Dan soon realizes he has a type. Meanwhile Jazz, who thought she was long beyond even the slightest brush with the law, finds the sheriff too tempting to resist.
Professional firefighter Jasmine O’Reilly is stationed to lead the airbase on the Endeavour Ranch for the summer. Having a safe and successful wildfire season could mean a promotion, and after raising herself out of poverty, Jazz has big dreams. She knows better than to put her future in a man’s hands no matter how charming, wealthy, or full of promises he is.
Good-intentioned but overprotective Dan soon realizes he has a type. Meanwhile Jazz, who thought she was long beyond even the slightest brush with the law, finds the sheriff too tempting to resist.
242 pages, Kindle Edition
Published February 22, 2022
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Paula Altenburg
31 books171 followersPaula Altenburg grew up in rural Nova Scotia knowing that at some point in her life she was likely to be a fiction writer. Swapping Louis L’Amour and Zane Grey books with her father guaranteed she wasn’t going to be the next Jane Austen, much to the dismay of her English teacher mother.
A degree in Social Anthropology from the University of King’s College and Dalhousie University in Halifax, Nova Scotia, again meant writing was the logical (meaning only) career path for her, although it did confirm her belief that learning is a life-long experience. She’s taken business courses, writing courses, and physiology of aquatic animals courses, all at the university level and all for fun.
She has worked in the Aerospace industry, although now makes writing her full-time career. Happily married, with two terrific sons, she continues to live in rural Nova Scotia but makes a point of traveling as much as she can.
She reads in all genres, but fantasy and contemporary romance are her writing loves.
A degree in Social Anthropology from the University of King’s College and Dalhousie University in Halifax, Nova Scotia, again meant writing was the logical (meaning only) career path for her, although it did confirm her belief that learning is a life-long experience. She’s taken business courses, writing courses, and physiology of aquatic animals courses, all at the university level and all for fun.
She has worked in the Aerospace industry, although now makes writing her full-time career. Happily married, with two terrific sons, she continues to live in rural Nova Scotia but makes a point of traveling as much as she can.
She reads in all genres, but fantasy and contemporary romance are her writing loves.
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February 18, 2022
Set largely on the sprawling Endeavour Ranch near the small town of Grand, The Montana Sheriff is the first book in a new series. I love the idea behind the gifting of Endeavour Ranch to three friends on the proviso that they establish a smoke-jumping base and medical clinic there as well as create a program for troubled teens.
In this first book it is up to Custer County Sheriff Dan McKillop to get the smoke jumping vase up and running. Dan is a fabulous character: he has all the swagger you’d expect from a man who’s grown up in ranching country, the sense of responsibility you’d expect from a lawman, sinfully good looks and enough of a sense of humour to make light of them. How could I not swoon?
Jasmine, Jazz, O’Reilly, has been a firefighter and smoke jumper for years. Managing the new base in Grand is something she sees as a stepping stone to a better management position elsewhere. She’s confident, competent and has plenty of sass. She’s also perfect for Dan. There’s lots to love about this book. The setting in Montana’s Ranch country is one I love so I felt at home right away. The characters are all well developed and mostly likeable, though Jazz’s mother is a piece of work. Throw in a fast paced plot, a good chunk of humour and a dash of angst and this book had me hooked. Can’t wait for book two!
In this first book it is up to Custer County Sheriff Dan McKillop to get the smoke jumping vase up and running. Dan is a fabulous character: he has all the swagger you’d expect from a man who’s grown up in ranching country, the sense of responsibility you’d expect from a lawman, sinfully good looks and enough of a sense of humour to make light of them. How could I not swoon?
Jasmine, Jazz, O’Reilly, has been a firefighter and smoke jumper for years. Managing the new base in Grand is something she sees as a stepping stone to a better management position elsewhere. She’s confident, competent and has plenty of sass. She’s also perfect for Dan. There’s lots to love about this book. The setting in Montana’s Ranch country is one I love so I felt at home right away. The characters are all well developed and mostly likeable, though Jazz’s mother is a piece of work. Throw in a fast paced plot, a good chunk of humour and a dash of angst and this book had me hooked. Can’t wait for book two!
March 2, 2022
I loved Dan and Jazz and the town of Grand Montana! As always with a Paula Altenburg book, I couldn't put this down and look forward to the next book in the series!
February 13, 2022
Received an Advance Reader Copy in exchange for a fair review
An easy read with likable characters, “The Montana Sheriff”, by Paula Altenburg (Tule Publishing), features a confident, charming hero and a cool heroine, a woman thriving in a man’s world.
Dan is a decent man, hard-working, with a job and a family he loves, integrated in the community. He’s also easygoing and flirty.
Jazz is an interesting, different heroine, a capable and very fit smokejumper/firefighter transitioning to a management position. I liked what we saw of the smokejumping, firefighting and management and the challenges to a woman operating in a male-dominated field.
Her competency on her job contrasts painfully with her complicated, non loving family, making the reserve and distrust understandable. Despite her aversion to commitment, I liked that Jazz has solid work related relationships.
I felt the story and the romance between Dan and Jazz weren’t developed enough. The parts involving the heroine’s family were so horrible, I just didn’t want to see her mother on page (otherwise I would have loved to have seen the interaction between her and Ryan so that I would understand the reason he says he likes her).
I’m curious about Dan’s friends, Dallas and the enigmatic Ryan.
An easy read with likable characters, “The Montana Sheriff”, by Paula Altenburg (Tule Publishing), features a confident, charming hero and a cool heroine, a woman thriving in a man’s world.
Dan is a decent man, hard-working, with a job and a family he loves, integrated in the community. He’s also easygoing and flirty.
Jazz is an interesting, different heroine, a capable and very fit smokejumper/firefighter transitioning to a management position. I liked what we saw of the smokejumping, firefighting and management and the challenges to a woman operating in a male-dominated field.
Her competency on her job contrasts painfully with her complicated, non loving family, making the reserve and distrust understandable. Despite her aversion to commitment, I liked that Jazz has solid work related relationships.
I felt the story and the romance between Dan and Jazz weren’t developed enough. The parts involving the heroine’s family were so horrible, I just didn’t want to see her mother on page (otherwise I would have loved to have seen the interaction between her and Ryan so that I would understand the reason he says he likes her).
I’m curious about Dan’s friends, Dallas and the enigmatic Ryan.
February 26, 2022
I received this arc of The Montana Sheriff from Tule Publishing in exchange for an honest review. This Is the first book in the Grand, Montana series by Paula Altenburg. Book one features Sheriff Dan McKillop. We met Dan in the prior series so it is nice that he has his own story. We learn that he and his 2 friends Dallas and Ryan inherited the Endeavor ranch and airstrip and many assets. Suddenly being very wealthy has been challenging for them and brought people looking for donations from them.
Jazz is a firefighter and was a smoke jumper. Since she is a woman around 30, she had to give up smoke jumping and move into management. Her boss suggests she take a temporary management position in Grand helping them get their new facility up and running while she waits for a job in Idaho to open up. She is not looking for a relationship and thinks Dan has always been wealthy. She has had to work hard and take care of herself so she is not interested in anyone she feels has a silver spoon. She learns that Dan’s reputation is that of a player and she isn’t interested in someone like that. Both of them have baggage. Hers is her family, always looking for money from her and asking her to do something for them: her mother and brother. Dan has an ex that it appeared he was still hung up on. We learn that she is no longer in The picture but Jazz has lots of questions and concerns about her.
Dan hasn't wanted a relationship either but after meeting and spending time with Jazz, he becomes interested in pursuing one. He spends time getting to know Jazz, her staff and what the operation is all about. There is a lot of chemistry between them. Jazz isn’t sure what her future will be or where she will end up since she will be leaving at the end of the summer. There is some suspense as well as angst. It is a wonderful book and I look forward to reading Dallas and Ryans stories. This is another 5 star read by Paula.
Jazz is a firefighter and was a smoke jumper. Since she is a woman around 30, she had to give up smoke jumping and move into management. Her boss suggests she take a temporary management position in Grand helping them get their new facility up and running while she waits for a job in Idaho to open up. She is not looking for a relationship and thinks Dan has always been wealthy. She has had to work hard and take care of herself so she is not interested in anyone she feels has a silver spoon. She learns that Dan’s reputation is that of a player and she isn’t interested in someone like that. Both of them have baggage. Hers is her family, always looking for money from her and asking her to do something for them: her mother and brother. Dan has an ex that it appeared he was still hung up on. We learn that she is no longer in The picture but Jazz has lots of questions and concerns about her.
Dan hasn't wanted a relationship either but after meeting and spending time with Jazz, he becomes interested in pursuing one. He spends time getting to know Jazz, her staff and what the operation is all about. There is a lot of chemistry between them. Jazz isn’t sure what her future will be or where she will end up since she will be leaving at the end of the summer. There is some suspense as well as angst. It is a wonderful book and I look forward to reading Dallas and Ryans stories. This is another 5 star read by Paula.
February 9, 2022
This series centers around three friends that more like brothers. A friendship that was made stronger after their encounter with the law during their college years. Now that the trio has inherited a ranch , they have become billionaires.
Their backgrounds might be different , but the bond is unbreakable.
In this first book, Sheriff Dan McKillop gets his story. Devoted to his job and considered a ladies man, he guards his heart. His heart was broken once and all he wants nowadays is to have fun.
What he never expected was to meet and fall for adrenaline junkie, Jazz/Jasmine O’Reilly. A firefighter and smokejumper with a less than stellar family and a difficult childhood . She too is not interested in a relationship.
But what happens when feelings develop? Will Jazz nix her professional dreams ? Is there an alternative? Is she willing to risk her heart?
This was an engaging story from the first page to the last. The main characters were likable . I appreciated that the female character was a strong woman.
This first book of the series started out with a bang and now I can’t wait for what else the author has in store for us in book two.
I was entrusted a copy of this book by Tule Publishing. The opinions expressed are solely my own.
Their backgrounds might be different , but the bond is unbreakable.
In this first book, Sheriff Dan McKillop gets his story. Devoted to his job and considered a ladies man, he guards his heart. His heart was broken once and all he wants nowadays is to have fun.
What he never expected was to meet and fall for adrenaline junkie, Jazz/Jasmine O’Reilly. A firefighter and smokejumper with a less than stellar family and a difficult childhood . She too is not interested in a relationship.
But what happens when feelings develop? Will Jazz nix her professional dreams ? Is there an alternative? Is she willing to risk her heart?
This was an engaging story from the first page to the last. The main characters were likable . I appreciated that the female character was a strong woman.
This first book of the series started out with a bang and now I can’t wait for what else the author has in store for us in book two.
I was entrusted a copy of this book by Tule Publishing. The opinions expressed are solely my own.
February 22, 2022
Paula Altenburg’s new series, Grand, Montana begins with Dan McKillop’s story in The Montana Sheriff…Dan made appearances in the McGregor Brothers series also taking place in Grand, Montana. The Montana Sheriff introduces Jazz, a fiery Firefighter/Smokejumper working towards a promotion by establishing a Smokejumper training base of operations at the airbase on the Endeavour Ranch, in which Dan is co-owners with his long time friends Ryan and Dallas…after they’ve inherited a multi-billion dollar estate.
With her trademark wildly appealing and relatable characters, Ms Altenburg’s story immerses the reader in the working of the operations of a Smokejumpers base of operations, as well creates an immediate emotional bond with both Dan’s and Jazz. The dialog moves the story quickly, while the relationship between Dan, Dallas, and Ryan sets the foundation for the bond that’ll drive the series.
I’m definitely looking forward to both Dallas and Ryan’s story…based on his vague background, Ryan’s feels like it just may be grittier than the first two.
This ARC book was complimentary, provided by the Publisher. I am voluntarily providing my honest review.
With her trademark wildly appealing and relatable characters, Ms Altenburg’s story immerses the reader in the working of the operations of a Smokejumpers base of operations, as well creates an immediate emotional bond with both Dan’s and Jazz. The dialog moves the story quickly, while the relationship between Dan, Dallas, and Ryan sets the foundation for the bond that’ll drive the series.
I’m definitely looking forward to both Dallas and Ryan’s story…based on his vague background, Ryan’s feels like it just may be grittier than the first two.
This ARC book was complimentary, provided by the Publisher. I am voluntarily providing my honest review.
February 23, 2022
This is a fun start to a new series about three friends Dan McKillop a sheriff, Dr. Dallas Tucker and Ryan O’Connell they inherit Endeavour Ranch quite unexpectedly the only thing they have three proviso They have to establish a smoke-jumping base and medical clinic there as well as create a program for troubled teens. This first book is Dan McKillops story as he goes about setting up the smoke jumper base. He is used to the women of Grand been all over him after all he is the local playboy but he is starting to want more maybe he will find it with Jasmine (Jazz) O’Reilly, the smoke jumper brought to be the manager for the new base But this motorcycle riding woman has no time for romance and is intent on building her career and only see this as a step Can Dan change her mind and can they have a future You will have to read to see
February 22, 2022
I have liked everything I have ever read by this author. She is just able to capture my attention from page one and I have a real problem putting her books down. She has done it again. This is the first book in her new series and it was a really good read. You have Dan who only is looking for fun because of being hurt in the past. You have Jazz a really strong lady who is not looking for a relationship because she has things she wants to do with her life. When these two meet all that changes. Will they fight for each other or fight for the future they saw before? I voluntarily reviewed this book in exchange for an honest review.
January 31, 2022
I voluntarily read a advanced reader's copy of this book for a honest opinion.
The Montana Sheriff by Paula Altenburg.
A dynamite start to a new series.
The Montana Sheriff drew me in from the first page and kept me
intrigued until the last page.
I can't wait to read more books in the Grand, Montana series.
The Montana Sheriff by Paula Altenburg.
A dynamite start to a new series.
The Montana Sheriff drew me in from the first page and kept me
intrigued until the last page.
I can't wait to read more books in the Grand, Montana series.
February 28, 2022
Excellent book, I am looking forward to the next book in the series.
April 28, 2022
Reviewed at Keeper Bookshelf
The Montana Sheriff begins the Grand, Montana series, which is a spin-off from The Montana MacGregor Brothers series with three friends being surprised by a huge inheritance… that comes with strings attached. But for billions of dollars, aside from the fact that these are simply good and caring guys, more land than they can ever use, plus all the buildings, equipment, and livestock already in place (aside from what they need to build to complete those attached strings)… who wouldn’t agree?
We begin with Sheriff Dan McKillop, who is definitely a sexy, handsome man with a bit of, let’s say an attitude toward women he considers adrenaline junkies. There are reasons behind that attitude and he’s going to have to deal with his past before his future can be seen with clearer eyes. Yet, those eyes are focused on Jasmine “Jazz” O’Reilly when she arrives on the ranch in her leathers, short skirts, and vintage motorcycle. She’s the new station manager for his part of the inheritance of building a firefighter/smokejumper station on the ranch… and does Jazz ever have preconceived ideas about men like Dan, rich men like Dan is now. Attitudes that she’s going to have to make a major adjustment to before the promising future she has with this billionaire can ever move forward to a forever kind of love for them both.
We run into familiar faces from The Montana MacGregor Brothers series along the way to finding happy ever afters for these three friends. I found what little we learn of these men’s backgrounds in The Montana Sheriff to be fascinating, and I can’t wait to discover some intriguing secrets they’re keeping under wraps… for now. Also, I’m curious if who they think is their benefactor truly did leave the ranch to them or if there are red herrings scattered about as well. Time will tell on that one.
Jazz and Dan make an intriguing couple. The battles to overcome their attitudes toward each other were epic in many ways. They’re both strong, stubborn, and certain that their way is the only way life can go for them. You’ll find laughter, sizzling chemistry, solid friendships, and a very good story in The Montana Sheriff. I enjoyed myself here and look forward to learning more secrets and watching more stubborn men find their match in Grand, Montana.
I own a Kindle edition of this title.
The Montana Sheriff begins the Grand, Montana series, which is a spin-off from The Montana MacGregor Brothers series with three friends being surprised by a huge inheritance… that comes with strings attached. But for billions of dollars, aside from the fact that these are simply good and caring guys, more land than they can ever use, plus all the buildings, equipment, and livestock already in place (aside from what they need to build to complete those attached strings)… who wouldn’t agree?
We begin with Sheriff Dan McKillop, who is definitely a sexy, handsome man with a bit of, let’s say an attitude toward women he considers adrenaline junkies. There are reasons behind that attitude and he’s going to have to deal with his past before his future can be seen with clearer eyes. Yet, those eyes are focused on Jasmine “Jazz” O’Reilly when she arrives on the ranch in her leathers, short skirts, and vintage motorcycle. She’s the new station manager for his part of the inheritance of building a firefighter/smokejumper station on the ranch… and does Jazz ever have preconceived ideas about men like Dan, rich men like Dan is now. Attitudes that she’s going to have to make a major adjustment to before the promising future she has with this billionaire can ever move forward to a forever kind of love for them both.
We run into familiar faces from The Montana MacGregor Brothers series along the way to finding happy ever afters for these three friends. I found what little we learn of these men’s backgrounds in The Montana Sheriff to be fascinating, and I can’t wait to discover some intriguing secrets they’re keeping under wraps… for now. Also, I’m curious if who they think is their benefactor truly did leave the ranch to them or if there are red herrings scattered about as well. Time will tell on that one.
Jazz and Dan make an intriguing couple. The battles to overcome their attitudes toward each other were epic in many ways. They’re both strong, stubborn, and certain that their way is the only way life can go for them. You’ll find laughter, sizzling chemistry, solid friendships, and a very good story in The Montana Sheriff. I enjoyed myself here and look forward to learning more secrets and watching more stubborn men find their match in Grand, Montana.
I own a Kindle edition of this title.
February 22, 2022
This story had me all over the map. There were times that I fully bought into the relationship and chemistry between Jazz and Dan. Then the author would do something abrupt and throw the balance off. By halfway through the book I was no longer feeling the connection these two started off with.
The concept of how Dan and his two best friends came into owning a huge ranch is interesting, yet I felt there could have been more backstory of the trio so we could feel their friendship more than just being told about their friendship. It made some things a bit confusing, especially when it came to a particular character. It was so hard to get a read on him and really just added confusion to the story.
I found the intimate scenes to be awkward. They would start off with a lot of flirting and fire and I had high hopes, but then once the clothes came off the story would lose its way. Very disappointing. I would have rather had those scenes behind closed doors, maybe the story would have kept a better flow that way. Instead of those scenes propelling the story and deepening connections, they fell flat.
Not to pile on, but this is the second book this year I felt really did a poor job of portraying domestic abuse. In this case, the main characters were neither the abusers or the abused. Dan is a sheriff so has to deal with a domestic abuse situation. The language used when he’s speaking and thinking of this married couple made my blood boil, so I strongly suggest you skip this one if abuse is triggering for you. I can’t imagine how the scene would affect a survivor.
All of that being said, I doubt I would pick up the next book in this series. The author just didn’t do a good enough job of grabbing my attention. There was a lot I liked, but too much confusion and plenty that I didn’t enjoy.
**I received an ARC of this book courtesy of the publisher. All opinions expressed in this review are my own and given freely**
You can find more of my reviews at All In Good Time.
The concept of how Dan and his two best friends came into owning a huge ranch is interesting, yet I felt there could have been more backstory of the trio so we could feel their friendship more than just being told about their friendship. It made some things a bit confusing, especially when it came to a particular character. It was so hard to get a read on him and really just added confusion to the story.
I found the intimate scenes to be awkward. They would start off with a lot of flirting and fire and I had high hopes, but then once the clothes came off the story would lose its way. Very disappointing. I would have rather had those scenes behind closed doors, maybe the story would have kept a better flow that way. Instead of those scenes propelling the story and deepening connections, they fell flat.
Not to pile on, but this is the second book this year I felt really did a poor job of portraying domestic abuse. In this case, the main characters were neither the abusers or the abused. Dan is a sheriff so has to deal with a domestic abuse situation. The language used when he’s speaking and thinking of this married couple made my blood boil, so I strongly suggest you skip this one if abuse is triggering for you. I can’t imagine how the scene would affect a survivor.
All of that being said, I doubt I would pick up the next book in this series. The author just didn’t do a good enough job of grabbing my attention. There was a lot I liked, but too much confusion and plenty that I didn’t enjoy.
**I received an ARC of this book courtesy of the publisher. All opinions expressed in this review are my own and given freely**
You can find more of my reviews at All In Good Time.
February 22, 2022
The Montana Sheriff by Paula Altenburg
Down-to-earth sheriff Dan McKillop has always been more than a badge and a pretty face, but it turns out the ladies of Grand, Montana, find him far more appealing as the new co-owner of the Endeavour Ranch than they ever did as the town’s friendly, neighborhood playboy. Dan’s done with commitment-shy women only out for a good time. When a fiery beauty rides into his life on a sweet Harley-Davidson low rider, however, Dan fears he’s found trouble again.
Professional firefighter Jasmine O’Reilly is stationed to lead the airbase on the Endeavour Ranch for the summer. Having a safe and successful wildfire season could mean a promotion, and after raising herself out of poverty, Jazz has big dreams. She knows better than to put her future in a man’s hands no matter how charming, wealthy, or full of promises he is.
Good-intentioned but overprotective Dan soon realizes he has a type. Meanwhile Jazz, who thought she was long beyond even the slightest brush with the law, finds the sheriff too tempting to resist.
This is sheriff Dan McKillop and Professional firefighter Jasmine O’Reilly's story.
Dan poured three cups of coffee and passed them around.
The conditions were what made him less wary.
It wasn’t as if Ryan’s estranged family members were known for philanthropy. Far from it. But still.
“How are we supposed to meet all of those conditions and manage a ranch operation this size, too?” Dallas persisted.
Jasmine “Jazz” O’Reilly loved nothing more than these first few chaotic seconds of freefall.
She flung her arms wide and tilted her weightless body, turning into a self-propelled glider, and breathed in the sweet, cool air rushing past her as her heart pumped blood through her veins.
Then, far too soon, her parachute snapped to attention.
The brilliant blue sky became silent and calm as she floated to earth, using the chute’s toggles to steer her toward the tiny speck of landing site drawing closer below her.
The Montana Sheriff by Paula Altenburg is a 4 star book.
I voluntarily read and reviewed an advanced copy of this book.
Down-to-earth sheriff Dan McKillop has always been more than a badge and a pretty face, but it turns out the ladies of Grand, Montana, find him far more appealing as the new co-owner of the Endeavour Ranch than they ever did as the town’s friendly, neighborhood playboy. Dan’s done with commitment-shy women only out for a good time. When a fiery beauty rides into his life on a sweet Harley-Davidson low rider, however, Dan fears he’s found trouble again.
Professional firefighter Jasmine O’Reilly is stationed to lead the airbase on the Endeavour Ranch for the summer. Having a safe and successful wildfire season could mean a promotion, and after raising herself out of poverty, Jazz has big dreams. She knows better than to put her future in a man’s hands no matter how charming, wealthy, or full of promises he is.
Good-intentioned but overprotective Dan soon realizes he has a type. Meanwhile Jazz, who thought she was long beyond even the slightest brush with the law, finds the sheriff too tempting to resist.
This is sheriff Dan McKillop and Professional firefighter Jasmine O’Reilly's story.
Dan poured three cups of coffee and passed them around.
The conditions were what made him less wary.
It wasn’t as if Ryan’s estranged family members were known for philanthropy. Far from it. But still.
“How are we supposed to meet all of those conditions and manage a ranch operation this size, too?” Dallas persisted.
Jasmine “Jazz” O’Reilly loved nothing more than these first few chaotic seconds of freefall.
She flung her arms wide and tilted her weightless body, turning into a self-propelled glider, and breathed in the sweet, cool air rushing past her as her heart pumped blood through her veins.
Then, far too soon, her parachute snapped to attention.
The brilliant blue sky became silent and calm as she floated to earth, using the chute’s toggles to steer her toward the tiny speck of landing site drawing closer below her.
The Montana Sheriff by Paula Altenburg is a 4 star book.
I voluntarily read and reviewed an advanced copy of this book.
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April 5, 2022The Montana Sheriff is the fourth book set in Grand, Montana. Dan McKillop was featured in the McGregors Brothers series as a friend of Zack McGregor.
Here is Dan's first impression of Jazz, who isn't exactly the type of girl he's decided he wants to introduce to his mother:
The pretty, blue-eyed girl with the short, spiky blond hair and long, jagged bangs looked about as much like a firefighter as Dan did a beautician.
Not only a firefighter, but a smokejumper—one of their elite. And not only a smokejumper, but a highly recommended base manager, meaning she’d been at it a long time. He wanted to ask, “Did they hire you when you were ten?” Because she didn’t look old enough to get into Lou’s Pub, let alone smokejumper training.
But saying so might sound sexist.
She did, however, look like a “Jazz.” The leather pants covered mile-long, muscled legs and the short-sleeved t-shirt revealed tanned, well-toned arms. She was lean, physically fit, yet at the same time, there was a delicate freshness to her face that was decidedly female and very appealing.
And that smooth, husky voice… He could picture her with a mike on a stage in a dark, smoke-filled lounge, crooning to an appreciate crowd of drunken businessmen kicking back at the tail end of a conference.
He could imagine her equally well as a high school basketball star. She had the wholesome look down pat, too. The juxtaposition was intriguing.
What he couldn’t imagine was her managing a crew of smokejumpers. Those guys ate testosterone for breakfast.
But again, saying so might sound sexist.
Here is Dan's first impression of Jazz, who isn't exactly the type of girl he's decided he wants to introduce to his mother:
The pretty, blue-eyed girl with the short, spiky blond hair and long, jagged bangs looked about as much like a firefighter as Dan did a beautician.
Not only a firefighter, but a smokejumper—one of their elite. And not only a smokejumper, but a highly recommended base manager, meaning she’d been at it a long time. He wanted to ask, “Did they hire you when you were ten?” Because she didn’t look old enough to get into Lou’s Pub, let alone smokejumper training.
But saying so might sound sexist.
She did, however, look like a “Jazz.” The leather pants covered mile-long, muscled legs and the short-sleeved t-shirt revealed tanned, well-toned arms. She was lean, physically fit, yet at the same time, there was a delicate freshness to her face that was decidedly female and very appealing.
And that smooth, husky voice… He could picture her with a mike on a stage in a dark, smoke-filled lounge, crooning to an appreciate crowd of drunken businessmen kicking back at the tail end of a conference.
He could imagine her equally well as a high school basketball star. She had the wholesome look down pat, too. The juxtaposition was intriguing.
What he couldn’t imagine was her managing a crew of smokejumpers. Those guys ate testosterone for breakfast.
But again, saying so might sound sexist.
February 24, 2022
The Montana Sheriff, the first book in the Grand, Montana series by Paula Altenburg is a hit. It has a confident, responsible sheriff Dan McKillop and a female Harley riding firefighter Jasmine O’Reilly teaming up to get the Endeavour Ranch smoke jumping base up and running. What a team they make.
The plot is well written with a characters that I truly enjoyed getting to know except maybe for one. The idea of how Dan became part owner of the Ranch and the improvement that will help the community is wonderful. The friends back story is given so that I could appreciate the whole concept of this book. As for Jazz, well, who can’t appreciate a strong woman who can get the job done and is a pleasure to be around too..
The Montana Sheriff makes you want to read the next in the series soon.
An ARC of the book was given to me by Tule Publishing which I voluntarily chose to read and reviewed. All thoughts and opinions are my own.
The plot is well written with a characters that I truly enjoyed getting to know except maybe for one. The idea of how Dan became part owner of the Ranch and the improvement that will help the community is wonderful. The friends back story is given so that I could appreciate the whole concept of this book. As for Jazz, well, who can’t appreciate a strong woman who can get the job done and is a pleasure to be around too..
The Montana Sheriff makes you want to read the next in the series soon.
An ARC of the book was given to me by Tule Publishing which I voluntarily chose to read and reviewed. All thoughts and opinions are my own.
June 15, 2025
I didn't feel a connection to this couple. Romance wasn't a huge part of this story and at times repetitive. Lovemaking outside of marriage, heat level 3 out of 5.
Yes, the H was a sheriff, but he did only one thing in the line of work, so on back burner. This is more of a story of setting up the ranch to meet the conditions of the Will.
I'm not sure if the secondary character, who was named Dallas, was mentioned as Dillie. Was that a typo many times because no mention if he went by both names?
Some suspense, HEA was rushed, little on romance and some steam. Ended at 93% on my e-reader, rest teaser for next story. Crude words used a few times.
I can't improve on the blurb, just giving you extra tidbits to decide whether to purchase. (ljb)
Yes, the H was a sheriff, but he did only one thing in the line of work, so on back burner. This is more of a story of setting up the ranch to meet the conditions of the Will.
I'm not sure if the secondary character, who was named Dallas, was mentioned as Dillie. Was that a typo many times because no mention if he went by both names?
Some suspense, HEA was rushed, little on romance and some steam. Ended at 93% on my e-reader, rest teaser for next story. Crude words used a few times.
I can't improve on the blurb, just giving you extra tidbits to decide whether to purchase. (ljb)
February 22, 2022
This book was decent. I liked that the heroine was independent and in a non typical job. However, I really felt like the romance was really rushed. There seemed to be some timeline inconsistencies as well, like parts got edited out, but the timing of things didn't get adjusted. These two kind of just gave me whiplash, instead of happy falling in love feels. Overall, an ok story. * I received an ARC of this story and this is my voluntary and honest review.
February 26, 2022
Sheriff Dan McKillop inherit the Endeavor Ranch with two of his buddies. Now that he is rich the women in Grand find him even more attractive. He doesn't do serious. He won't risk his heart. That is until Jazz starts working on the ranch managing the smokejumpers. Jazz won't risk her career by dating her boss. Dan pursues her. Can Dan convince her to take a chance on him? Great read. I'm looking forward to the next book.
February 3, 2022
I started off finding Dan and Jazz to be very annoying characters but as I continued through I found them relatable and interesting. The dude characters were equally as interesting and I cannot wait to find out more about Ryan and Dallas.
I enjoyed how the story covered a pretty large span of time from the initial meet between characters as it didn’t seem so rushed as in other romance novels.
I enjoyed how the story covered a pretty large span of time from the initial meet between characters as it didn’t seem so rushed as in other romance novels.
February 10, 2022
A growing love between a sheriff and a smoke jumper has its ups and downs as it progresses. Jazz had a rough upbringing and her family is trouble with a capitol T. Dan has his hands full when it comes to her but he is ready to make their relationship real if she will only agree.
I voluntarily read and reviewed an advanced copy of this book. All thoughts and opinions are my own.
I voluntarily read and reviewed an advanced copy of this book. All thoughts and opinions are my own.
February 10, 2022
Dan and Jazz’s story grabbed me right away, I liked that Jazz rode a Harley and how there was a sizzle between them neither was ready for. Great characters, great story line , and way to start a series that has me so waiting for the next book.
I was given an advance reader’s copy of this book in exchange for my review.
I was given an advance reader’s copy of this book in exchange for my review.
February 24, 2022
Dan is the local Sheriff who has also inherited a large ranch along with his 2 friends. Part of the inheritance is to set up a smoke jumping team, and Jazz is the ops manager.
Dan falls for her straight away, but will she give him a chance.
There was a lot of content and characters in the book, but maybe that is because it is the first in the series.
Looking forward to the next books.
Dan falls for her straight away, but will she give him a chance.
There was a lot of content and characters in the book, but maybe that is because it is the first in the series.
Looking forward to the next books.
January 14, 2023
The greatness continues
I've read the other books that relate to this series and loved them. The Endeavour Ranch series is starting out just as wonderful. Can't wait the read the next books in the series. The stories are well plotted and edited. No typos or grammatical errors to make me stumble. I totally recommend books by Paula Altenburg.
I've read the other books that relate to this series and loved them. The Endeavour Ranch series is starting out just as wonderful. Can't wait the read the next books in the series. The stories are well plotted and edited. No typos or grammatical errors to make me stumble. I totally recommend books by Paula Altenburg.
April 22, 2024
This is an interesting novel because it involves a female firefighter/smoke jumper. Because it's the first book in the series, the author had to introduce several characters who will be in future books which means there is less time for developing the main characters in this book. I enjoyed the chemistry between Dan and Jazz and the respect for each other they maintained.
May 28, 2024
The Montana Sheriff ( The Endeavour Ranch of Grand, Montana Book 1)
I really enjoyed this book. It's a sweet story about the two main characters Dan and Jazz finally admitting their love for each other, although Dan has known pretty much from the start. Can't wait to read the next installment of this series.🤗
I really enjoyed this book. It's a sweet story about the two main characters Dan and Jazz finally admitting their love for each other, although Dan has known pretty much from the start. Can't wait to read the next installment of this series.🤗
December 18, 2024
A Pretty Good Rom Com Ending Too Quickly
Jazz has a weird family: a mother who picks up and drops men too quickly, two brothers very much like their mother. Only Jazz is out of it. Now she's met Dan, Sheriff of Grand, a small town trying to set up a fire station and an airfield. Will Jazz take on Dan as well?
Jazz has a weird family: a mother who picks up and drops men too quickly, two brothers very much like their mother. Only Jazz is out of it. Now she's met Dan, Sheriff of Grand, a small town trying to set up a fire station and an airfield. Will Jazz take on Dan as well?
May 24, 2022
Hot Sheriff Romance
Excellent storyline, loved the byplay of all the characters. A lot of sage wisdom written in, along with humor and heat. Jazz and Dan's journey was no walk in the park, but ended with a happy sigh HEA for me.
Excellent storyline, loved the byplay of all the characters. A lot of sage wisdom written in, along with humor and heat. Jazz and Dan's journey was no walk in the park, but ended with a happy sigh HEA for me.
September 17, 2022
Two and a half stars, it didn't really grab me, but I do like female characters portrayed as being good at a job that is tradionally male dominated.
Also liked that it was Jazz who was relationship shy not Dan, the reverse is more often true in books.
Also liked that it was Jazz who was relationship shy not Dan, the reverse is more often true in books.
January 30, 2022
A short and sweet romance story. It is a very quick read too.
February 23, 2022
Really enjoyed this first book in author Paula Altenburg’s new series. I enjoy her style of writing & storytelling. It was funny, sweet, sexy & full of just the right amount of angst. Dan & Jazz have a great chemistry & their relationship was sweet & very sexy. A sheriff & a smokejumper/firefighter make a really fantastic pairing. Because Dan is a sheriff, Jazz doesn’t think that their relationship will do him any good because her background & family aren’t the greatest as Dan soon finds out. I loved how Dan fell fast for Jazz & did everything in his power to prove to her that she was who & what he needed & wanted. I also loved how Jazz cared for Dan even if she didn’t want to see it. The challenges were great in both job & relationship & I’m glad love won out. Thank you to Tule publishing for letting me read this book for an honest review.
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