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The Wrangler's Woman
A widowed rancher, a rebellious child, and the woman who comes to help. Falling in love wasn’t part of the deal.
Corra Jameson doesn’t think of herself as a spinster and is content to spend quiet evenings with her books. Paper beaus, her sister calls them, teasing her about the stories Corra reads. But when a rugged widower asks her to come to his ranch for the summer to help him with his tomboy daughter, she sees opportunity to earn a side of beef for her sister’s family. Besides, she has nothing to lose in the arrangement. Except perhaps her heart.
Widowed rancher Josiah Hanacker’s sister-in-law threatens to take his daughter away from him if he can’t raise her like a lady. Since he can’t, he needs a woman to do the job for him. Corra Jameson, the spinster who works at the Ford Junction boarding house may have just what his ranch-raised girl needs, and he hires her as a lady-trainer. Trouble is, he hadn’t figured she’d have what his lonely heart needed as well.
Re-released from the 2016 ECPA bestselling Barbour collection, The Cowboy’s Bride.
Corra Jameson doesn’t think of herself as a spinster and is content to spend quiet evenings with her books. Paper beaus, her sister calls them, teasing her about the stories Corra reads. But when a rugged widower asks her to come to his ranch for the summer to help him with his tomboy daughter, she sees opportunity to earn a side of beef for her sister’s family. Besides, she has nothing to lose in the arrangement. Except perhaps her heart.
Widowed rancher Josiah Hanacker’s sister-in-law threatens to take his daughter away from him if he can’t raise her like a lady. Since he can’t, he needs a woman to do the job for him. Corra Jameson, the spinster who works at the Ford Junction boarding house may have just what his ranch-raised girl needs, and he hires her as a lady-trainer. Trouble is, he hadn’t figured she’d have what his lonely heart needed as well.
Re-released from the 2016 ECPA bestselling Barbour collection, The Cowboy’s Bride.
79 pages, Kindle Edition
First published January 1, 2021
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About the author
Davalynn Spencer
37 books263 followersCowboys. Gotta love 'em, right? That's why I write about them and their sweethearts, whether they live in 1800s Colorado or on a modern California ranch. My personal background in rodeo journalism helps me add a bit of cowboy reality to those stories.
My contemporary books are often found under Davalynn C. Spencer.
The Rocky Mountains offer rich settings for my historical novels, from actual cities with Wild West history to fictional towns tucked into the fold where granite ramparts meet grassy plains.
I've collected three "Bestseller" labels for novellas in Barbour collections, two Will Rogers Gold Medallions for Western Inspirational Fiction, and an international first-place award for my historical romance series, "Front Range Brides."
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My contemporary books are often found under Davalynn C. Spencer.
The Rocky Mountains offer rich settings for my historical novels, from actual cities with Wild West history to fictional towns tucked into the fold where granite ramparts meet grassy plains.
I've collected three "Bestseller" labels for novellas in Barbour collections, two Will Rogers Gold Medallions for Western Inspirational Fiction, and an international first-place award for my historical romance series, "Front Range Brides."
For information on my cowboy brides - whether runaway or mail-order - sign up for my quarterly newsletter at https://landing.mailerlite.com/webfor....
Connect with me at http://www.davalynnspencer.com and http://www.Facebook.com/AuthorDavalyn.... And for a visual peek at what I'm thinking when I write, check out the images collected at https://pinterest.com/davalynnspencer....
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August 23, 2025
Hello readers!
The Wrangler's Woman has to be my favorite novella of the many I have written. It is now standing alone from its earlier position in Barbour Publishing's bestselling collection, The Cowboy's Bride. I hope you will enjoy this story of Corra and Josiah - a near spinster and a frustrated, heart-weary widower. Corra's suitors had always come under cover of book bindings and daydreams, but then she went to work for this father of a rebellious daughter and lost her heart in the process.
The Wrangler's Woman has to be my favorite novella of the many I have written. It is now standing alone from its earlier position in Barbour Publishing's bestselling collection, The Cowboy's Bride. I hope you will enjoy this story of Corra and Josiah - a near spinster and a frustrated, heart-weary widower. Corra's suitors had always come under cover of book bindings and daydreams, but then she went to work for this father of a rebellious daughter and lost her heart in the process.
September 29, 2021
Great characters in this mostly straightforward story.
She came to the ranch for a limited time with the specific purpose of teaching Jessica to act more lady-like when her aunt arrives for an inspection... er... a visit. It'll be a real-life adventure to stand with the adventures Corra reads about.
As much as the family balks at the thought of a woman coming to the house to take the place of Josiah's dear wife, all understand it is needed and temporary.
No one expects to lose their hearts...
She came to the ranch for a limited time with the specific purpose of teaching Jessica to act more lady-like when her aunt arrives for an inspection... er... a visit. It'll be a real-life adventure to stand with the adventures Corra reads about.
As much as the family balks at the thought of a woman coming to the house to take the place of Josiah's dear wife, all understand it is needed and temporary.
No one expects to lose their hearts...
October 3, 2021
5 Stars, Sweet Novella
THE WRANGLER'S WOMAN
by Davalynn Spencer
“Thank You, Lord. You’ve blessed us. I imagine You won’t fail us now.”
Ford Junction, Colorado, 1881. Spinster Corra Jameson works at her sister's boarding house and tries to keep busy. She longs for something more, yet, nothing has presented itself.
Josiah Hanacker, a widower with two children, Jess a tomboy, and Joe, his helper, live on their ranch with Josiah's father, Pop.
Josiah's meddling sister-in-law threatens to take Jess away from him, so he has to resort to desperate measures.
I generally don't read novellas, I get attached to the characters and fall in love with them, and want their story to continue. This novella, though short, accomplishes a lot within its pages and has you rooting for Josiah, his children, and Corra. It does help, that the novella is in one of my most favorite genres.
With much gratitude, I received a complimentary copy of #thewranglerswoman from the author #davalynnspencer @wilsoncreekpublishing #wilsoncreekpublishing I was under no obligation to post a review. #lovingthecowboy #mustreads #historicalchristianfiction #favorites #inspirational #westernromance
THE WRANGLER'S WOMAN
by Davalynn Spencer
“Thank You, Lord. You’ve blessed us. I imagine You won’t fail us now.”
Ford Junction, Colorado, 1881. Spinster Corra Jameson works at her sister's boarding house and tries to keep busy. She longs for something more, yet, nothing has presented itself.
Josiah Hanacker, a widower with two children, Jess a tomboy, and Joe, his helper, live on their ranch with Josiah's father, Pop.
Josiah's meddling sister-in-law threatens to take Jess away from him, so he has to resort to desperate measures.
I generally don't read novellas, I get attached to the characters and fall in love with them, and want their story to continue. This novella, though short, accomplishes a lot within its pages and has you rooting for Josiah, his children, and Corra. It does help, that the novella is in one of my most favorite genres.
With much gratitude, I received a complimentary copy of #thewranglerswoman from the author #davalynnspencer @wilsoncreekpublishing #wilsoncreekpublishing I was under no obligation to post a review. #lovingthecowboy #mustreads #historicalchristianfiction #favorites #inspirational #westernromance
February 14, 2025
Josiah Hanacker is a widower with two growing children. His sister-in-law writes to tell him she is coming to get the daughter because she is wild and herds cattle instead of learning to be a young woman.
Josiah opposes breaking up his family and searches in town to find someone to cook and train Jessica to be more ladylike. Corra Jameson has moved to be with her married sister in town, who runs a boarding house while her husband is a dentist. When Josiah asks her to come, she accepts the job on a trial basis. However, she soon becomes devoted to the whole family.
I almost didn't read this because of the limited number of pages. However, the author kept the story tight while sharing the main character's emotions, making it satisfying.
December 17, 2021
I loved this sweet book! Ms. Davalynn had my heart clipping a quick beat and butterflies dancing in my belly right along with Josiah and Corra. These sweet and endearing characters stole my heart from the beginning of this love story. It was about new beginnings, dreams coming true, and hope transforming into reality. Add all that to two kids, a straightforward grandpa, and an aunt that rubs everyone the wrong way, and you just can’t go wrong.
I hope you will add this book to your To Be Read pile. You won’t be sorry.
I hope you will add this book to your To Be Read pile. You won’t be sorry.
August 3, 2024
Beautiful Story!
Another beautiful historical inspirational western romance by Davalynn Spencer. She is one of my favorite authors. When I start a book by her I know automatically that I am going to enjoy and love what I read. I even had a few chuckles along the way. I loved reading about Josiah and Corra, their developing romance along with Jess, Joe and of course Pop. I only wish the book had been longer!
Another beautiful historical inspirational western romance by Davalynn Spencer. She is one of my favorite authors. When I start a book by her I know automatically that I am going to enjoy and love what I read. I even had a few chuckles along the way. I loved reading about Josiah and Corra, their developing romance along with Jess, Joe and of course Pop. I only wish the book had been longer!
January 4, 2022
💞 Corra and Josiah 💞
Swoon worthy story! Oh my lanta….Josiah was quite the rugged, dashingly handsome cowboy. Poor Corra tried to be professional in the caring for Jess and Joe, but my goodness, did Josiah make her heart palpitate!
Loved Pop! He was quite the character. This was one of those stories that you don’t want to end ❤️
Swoon worthy story! Oh my lanta….Josiah was quite the rugged, dashingly handsome cowboy. Poor Corra tried to be professional in the caring for Jess and Joe, but my goodness, did Josiah make her heart palpitate!
Loved Pop! He was quite the character. This was one of those stories that you don’t want to end ❤️
February 14, 2022
Great Story!
I loved this book. I loved the story,the characters and the ending. I wish it had been longer because I wanted to follow the lives of these inspiring pioneers.
Well done Davalynn ! Good job with the editing as well.
I loved this book. I loved the story,the characters and the ending. I wish it had been longer because I wanted to follow the lives of these inspiring pioneers.
Well done Davalynn ! Good job with the editing as well.
June 19, 2022
This story ended too soon!
Great short book. I wish it had been longer. Loved how she gently helped Jessica become a little lady and gently and lovingly inserted herself into the family. I love good pioneer women cooks! Always some good pies baking. Makes my mouth water.
Great short book. I wish it had been longer. Loved how she gently helped Jessica become a little lady and gently and lovingly inserted herself into the family. I love good pioneer women cooks! Always some good pies baking. Makes my mouth water.
February 8, 2025
My Daughter's Teacher
When Josiah feared losing his daughter to her aunt who feared she wouldn't learn to be a lady from him. He hired Corra for the summer to teach her to be a real lady. It turns out that Corra brought more than ladylike leasons.
When Josiah feared losing his daughter to her aunt who feared she wouldn't learn to be a lady from him. He hired Corra for the summer to teach her to be a real lady. It turns out that Corra brought more than ladylike leasons.
February 14, 2022
I enjoyed the book. Corrales's job was to make his daughter from a cowboy to a lady and the love that it took was not only good for the kids but the whole family. Want more of these sweet reads
July 22, 2024
well done
The story was very good and so wholesome, I enjoyed it. Quick read, but most enjoyable…Everyone was good , and believable
The story was very good and so wholesome, I enjoyed it. Quick read, but most enjoyable…Everyone was good , and believable
February 13, 2025
Sweet Story
A sweet story of second chances, healing, and love.
A sweet story of second chances, healing, and love.
February 13, 2025
A fun read. Davalynn Spencer always delivers a story that keeps me turning pages and sighing over the HEA. Love her novels.
October 5, 2021
Davalynn Spencer's books are labeled "inspirarional" western fiction. And that they are. Josiah and Corra's story is a tender, sweet, and inspiring story of unexpected love and family.
Condensing a good story into a short space, while keeping all the elements that endears them to readers' hearts takes a practiced hand. This author does so with a deftness that leaves you with a more than satisfied reading experience.
I so enjoyed this story. There are few that I would file on my "must read again" shelf. The Wrangler's Woman easily makes the cut!
Condensing a good story into a short space, while keeping all the elements that endears them to readers' hearts takes a practiced hand. This author does so with a deftness that leaves you with a more than satisfied reading experience.
I so enjoyed this story. There are few that I would file on my "must read again" shelf. The Wrangler's Woman easily makes the cut!
January 18, 2022
What an enjoyable evening I had reading this novella. I’m not a big fan of novellas as I prefer long books, but I did really like this one. So that says a lot. It was a nice little story that as always was well written by Davalynn Spencer. Enjoy!
January 1, 2025
Wonderful
Good love story about a widower with two children who raised his daughter as a boy. He needs his daughter to act as a lady or his sister in law has threatened to take her with her. So he asks a single lady to become her teacher. The rest is a wonderful love story.
Good love story about a widower with two children who raised his daughter as a boy. He needs his daughter to act as a lady or his sister in law has threatened to take her with her. So he asks a single lady to become her teacher. The rest is a wonderful love story.
January 16, 2026
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