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The Coltons of Colorado #11
To Trust a Colton Cowboy
A cyberstalker is terrorizing her…
And the threats are escalating.
The threatening texts Kayla St. James is receiving insist she knows where something is hidden. Terrified, she confides in her boss, rancher Jasper Colton. Though Jasper’s father sent her dad to prison, Kayla’s only option is to trust him. But as the terror campaign intensifies, Kayla begins to care for Jasper despite her misgivings. Can two former enemies unite to take down a vicious stalker?
And the threats are escalating.
The threatening texts Kayla St. James is receiving insist she knows where something is hidden. Terrified, she confides in her boss, rancher Jasper Colton. Though Jasper’s father sent her dad to prison, Kayla’s only option is to trust him. But as the terror campaign intensifies, Kayla begins to care for Jasper despite her misgivings. Can two former enemies unite to take down a vicious stalker?
280 pages, Mass Market Paperback
First published November 1, 2022
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March 6, 2023
Terrific combination of romance and suspense. Kayla and Jasper have a complicated relationship. She works for him on the ranch he owns with his sister. She was hired after her family's ranch was foreclosed on due to her father being sent to prison, and Jasper's father was the judge who did it. Kayla maintains that her dad was innocent, especially as Judge Colton was later found to be corrupt. Kayla harbors a deep resentment toward the Coltons because of it, while Jasper feels guilty because of his father's actions.
Matters become complicated when Kayla begins receiving threatening texts. Those texts insist she knows where something is hidden, but she has no idea what they are talking about. She initially tries to blow them off as pranks. Jasper witnesses her reaction when a particularly threatening message arrives and finally convinces her to tell him about it. Jasper's protective instincts kick in as he insists on helping her.
I enjoyed watching the relationship develop between Kayla and Jasper. The attraction is there from the beginning, which frustrates Kayla. How can she be attracted to the man she considers her family's enemy? She copes by avoiding him whenever possible. For Jasper, Kayla is an employee and, therefore, off-limits. Kayla is reluctant when Jasper insists she moves into his house for her protection but gives in after another text. Jasper was sweet with his attempts to care for her, while Kayla's stubborn independence made her fight what she was afraid to accept. As she became more comfortable around him, her snappy comebacks to his comments were fun to see.
The more time they spent together, the stronger their attraction, and the deeper the feelings grew. I was slightly disappointed in Jasper's reluctance to expose his feelings to his family, especially since they all suspected the truth. Kayla knew the truth of her feelings but believed that Jasper wouldn't be interested in anything permanent with the daughter of a convict. I ached for Jasper when he planned a surprise for Kayla, and her stubborn pride took it the wrong way. It takes a little time apart and some self-examination for Kayla to realize that just because she can do things herself doesn't mean she has to. I loved the ending and seeing them look forward to a future together.
The suspense was excellent. The disturbing texts that turn threatening indicate that someone believes that Kayla has information the texter wants. You can feel her fear as the tone of the texts escalates. Once she involves Jasper, who in turn involves several of his siblings, the intensity builds. It doesn't take long to figure out that it has something to do with Kayla's father. Unexpected revelations expose a different side of her father and answer the question posed by the texter. There are a couple of intense confrontations and an unexpected twist to the ending. A sighting of the series' archenemy, Ronald Spence, adds another layer of strain to the story.
I loved seeing more of the Colton family and the progress of the previous relationships. The Thanksgiving and Christmas party get-togethers showcased the family's closeness, from teasing encounters to unquestioning support. There was a sweet scene between Colton matriarch Isa and the police chief that also had me laughing out loud at the family's reactions.
Matters become complicated when Kayla begins receiving threatening texts. Those texts insist she knows where something is hidden, but she has no idea what they are talking about. She initially tries to blow them off as pranks. Jasper witnesses her reaction when a particularly threatening message arrives and finally convinces her to tell him about it. Jasper's protective instincts kick in as he insists on helping her.
I enjoyed watching the relationship develop between Kayla and Jasper. The attraction is there from the beginning, which frustrates Kayla. How can she be attracted to the man she considers her family's enemy? She copes by avoiding him whenever possible. For Jasper, Kayla is an employee and, therefore, off-limits. Kayla is reluctant when Jasper insists she moves into his house for her protection but gives in after another text. Jasper was sweet with his attempts to care for her, while Kayla's stubborn independence made her fight what she was afraid to accept. As she became more comfortable around him, her snappy comebacks to his comments were fun to see.
The more time they spent together, the stronger their attraction, and the deeper the feelings grew. I was slightly disappointed in Jasper's reluctance to expose his feelings to his family, especially since they all suspected the truth. Kayla knew the truth of her feelings but believed that Jasper wouldn't be interested in anything permanent with the daughter of a convict. I ached for Jasper when he planned a surprise for Kayla, and her stubborn pride took it the wrong way. It takes a little time apart and some self-examination for Kayla to realize that just because she can do things herself doesn't mean she has to. I loved the ending and seeing them look forward to a future together.
The suspense was excellent. The disturbing texts that turn threatening indicate that someone believes that Kayla has information the texter wants. You can feel her fear as the tone of the texts escalates. Once she involves Jasper, who in turn involves several of his siblings, the intensity builds. It doesn't take long to figure out that it has something to do with Kayla's father. Unexpected revelations expose a different side of her father and answer the question posed by the texter. There are a couple of intense confrontations and an unexpected twist to the ending. A sighting of the series' archenemy, Ronald Spence, adds another layer of strain to the story.
I loved seeing more of the Colton family and the progress of the previous relationships. The Thanksgiving and Christmas party get-togethers showcased the family's closeness, from teasing encounters to unquestioning support. There was a sweet scene between Colton matriarch Isa and the police chief that also had me laughing out loud at the family's reactions.
December 19, 2022
When you are basically alone in the world, you have to trust someone with a potential life threatening situation. Who better than someone you have known for years, even if you do not totally trust his family, for good reason. The fact that you are also very attracted to this handsome ranch/inn owner, who happens to be your boss complicates things very much.
I enjoyed this very suspenseful story! I knew it would end happily since it is a romantic suspense, but it did give me doubts at times. It was very interesting reading about Kayla living as a ranch hand, a survivor of her family's unfortunate history, pushing forward as a strong woman. Being a strong woman does not mean that having love and a partner is not needed. The author picked the perfect character for Kayla. Jasper is a treasure and is just what Kayla needs in her life.
This is the first book I read by this author, Dana Nussio, but it will not be the last. I very much enjoyed her writing style, character development and plot.
I enjoyed this very suspenseful story! I knew it would end happily since it is a romantic suspense, but it did give me doubts at times. It was very interesting reading about Kayla living as a ranch hand, a survivor of her family's unfortunate history, pushing forward as a strong woman. Being a strong woman does not mean that having love and a partner is not needed. The author picked the perfect character for Kayla. Jasper is a treasure and is just what Kayla needs in her life.
This is the first book I read by this author, Dana Nussio, but it will not be the last. I very much enjoyed her writing style, character development and plot.
February 20, 2023
I only recently started reading Harlequins and this was my first from the Romantic Suspense line. I really enjoyed this story! Jasper Colton is a great and enjoyable MMC, a kind man and boss with strength and sensitivity that can make a girl swoon. Kayla was strong and tough, great at what she does at ranch hand and horse rider and caretaker at Jasper's ranch. When someone starts coming for Kayla, she realizes she needs help and she is right to go to Jasper. Their relationship is precarious to start but so tender. Reading their story really makes me want to read more from Nussio and more from this series!
September 21, 2022
I mean...I've read worse? The romance is pretty ho-hum and the suspense is ultimately anticlimactic, but at least I didn't actively hate it, so that's something.
Rating: 2 stars / C
I voluntarily reviewed an Advance Reader Copy of this book.
Rating: 2 stars / C
I voluntarily reviewed an Advance Reader Copy of this book.
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November 2, 2022Romantic Suspense, Contemporary Romance, Suspense, Western Romance
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November 19, 2024
Love this series! I have rooted for all the siblings in this series! I would recommend this series to anyone!
January 26, 2023
I love the way the author teases out the back story for each of these characters and makes an impossible relationship completely easy to get on board with. Jasper and Kayla both have things in their past that make them believe they don't have a future, and it sure is fun watching them realize what we knew all along... they belong together.
I adore how approachable Jasper is, and appreciate Kayla's independence and spunk. The likable quality of these characters and the snappy dialog is something the author is particularly good at. I especially loved the scene late at night and what he was wearing. No spoilers, but I thought it was adorable! Fun little read, highly recommend it!
I adore how approachable Jasper is, and appreciate Kayla's independence and spunk. The likable quality of these characters and the snappy dialog is something the author is particularly good at. I especially loved the scene late at night and what he was wearing. No spoilers, but I thought it was adorable! Fun little read, highly recommend it!
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