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Foster Ranch #1
The Cowboy Contract
Ryder Vittor has almost everything he could ever want. He was a successful bull rider, he runs a rodeo company and a ranch for his family, and he's right where he wants to be. Until his grandmother issues him an ultimatum. Now he has to get married and have kids if he wants to keep the life he loves, but he can't exactly produce a man and a baby out of thin air, can he? So he sets out to hire a husband in order to get what he needs.
Kase McDaniel is at the end of his rope. His bull riding career has ended in a bad crash, his family doesn't want him back, and he has nowhere to go. When Ryder offers to let him come stay at Ryder's New Mexico ranch, he's grateful, but he's stunned when he finds out Ryder intends to make a contract with a stranger to marry him and raise kids with him. Kase has been in love with Ryder for years, so why shouldn't he put in for the job?
Neither one of them has any idea what they're setting in motion when they tie the knot, and soon they're overrun with foster kids, rodeo family, and more. Can Kase and Ryder find something real in all the chaos, or will they be parting ways when the contract ends?
Kase McDaniel is at the end of his rope. His bull riding career has ended in a bad crash, his family doesn't want him back, and he has nowhere to go. When Ryder offers to let him come stay at Ryder's New Mexico ranch, he's grateful, but he's stunned when he finds out Ryder intends to make a contract with a stranger to marry him and raise kids with him. Kase has been in love with Ryder for years, so why shouldn't he put in for the job?
Neither one of them has any idea what they're setting in motion when they tie the knot, and soon they're overrun with foster kids, rodeo family, and more. Can Kase and Ryder find something real in all the chaos, or will they be parting ways when the contract ends?
293 pages, Kindle Edition
First published September 17, 2022
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B.A. Tortuga
385 books640 followersTexan to the bone and an unrepentant Daddy's Girl, BA Tortuga spends her days with her hounds and her beloved wife, texting her grandbabies, and eating Mexican food. When she's not doing that, she's writing. She spends her days off watching rodeo, knitting, and surfing Pinterest in the name of research. Following their own personal joys, BA and Julia heard the call of the high desert and they now live in the New Mexico mountains. BA's personal saviors include her wife, her best friends, and coffee. Lots of coffee. Really good coffee.
Having written everything from fist-fighting rednecks to cowboy daddies to werewolves, BA does her damnedest to tell the stories of her heart, which is committed to giving everyone their happily ever after. With books ranging from hard-hitting BDSM, to fiery passions, to the most traditional of love stories, BA refuses to be pigeon-holed by anyone but the voices in her head.
Having written everything from fist-fighting rednecks to cowboy daddies to werewolves, BA does her damnedest to tell the stories of her heart, which is committed to giving everyone their happily ever after. With books ranging from hard-hitting BDSM, to fiery passions, to the most traditional of love stories, BA refuses to be pigeon-holed by anyone but the voices in her head.
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September 21, 2022
This book is low-angst, full of life and love fun. Ryder and Kase were friends on the rodeo circuit. They hooked up one glorious night and Kase hoped for more, but Ryder didn't do friends with benefits and told him that they could just stay friends. Later, Ryder retired out of the rodeo when he broke his neck and entered a slow recovery period. After that, Kase also received very bad injuries in the rodeo and, when needing a place to recover, called up Ryder to ask if he could spend a few months at his ranch.
In the meantime, Ryder's grandmother told him that he would only inherit the ranch if he married and had children. Furious inside, Ryder concocted a scheme to marry by contract to some man for a year, adopt a child (which he wanted to do anyway), and meet the terms of the new will. As Kase and Ryder spent time together, Ryder confided in Kase and Kase volunteered to sign the contract. Kase knew he hoped for it to become permanent because he always had a special feeling for Ryder. What will happen when Ryder notices his own feelings becoming something more? As the husbands move into their marriage and work with the foster care system, will the children pass through temporarily or will a family be formed?
This book has all of the good feelings, a lot of southwestern ranch feel, and much love and healing to go around. Kase and Ryder have all the romantic love. I look forward to more books in the Foster Ranch series.
In the meantime, Ryder's grandmother told him that he would only inherit the ranch if he married and had children. Furious inside, Ryder concocted a scheme to marry by contract to some man for a year, adopt a child (which he wanted to do anyway), and meet the terms of the new will. As Kase and Ryder spent time together, Ryder confided in Kase and Kase volunteered to sign the contract. Kase knew he hoped for it to become permanent because he always had a special feeling for Ryder. What will happen when Ryder notices his own feelings becoming something more? As the husbands move into their marriage and work with the foster care system, will the children pass through temporarily or will a family be formed?
This book has all of the good feelings, a lot of southwestern ranch feel, and much love and healing to go around. Kase and Ryder have all the romantic love. I look forward to more books in the Foster Ranch series.
November 9, 2023
This is a 3.5 for me.
I understand why Ryder's grandmothers made the decisions that they did, but it made me mad on his behalf, and I took some time to warm up to them because of it.
I do like Ryder and Kase though. I think that they were really good guys and they just wanted to help make their family.
I understand why Ryder's grandmothers made the decisions that they did, but it made me mad on his behalf, and I took some time to warm up to them because of it.
I do like Ryder and Kase though. I think that they were really good guys and they just wanted to help make their family.
March 9, 2026
RECENSIONE A CURA DI ELVINO 1831
Questo è il terzo libro della Tortuga che leggo e, come nei volumi precedenti, la costante della scrittura dell’autrice texana, dal mio punto di vista, è l’incrollabile fiducia nell’essere umano e nella sua resistenza e resilienza. Lasciatemi spiegare: la Tortuga intende far passare il messaggio che, nonostante le avversità, gli sforzi e i blocchi, la forza, vista non solo come potenza fisica, ma come capacità di sfidare le difficoltà della vita, consente agli ideali, al duro lavoro e all’amore in ogni sua forma di avere la meglio su tutto e tutti.
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Questo è il terzo libro della Tortuga che leggo e, come nei volumi precedenti, la costante della scrittura dell’autrice texana, dal mio punto di vista, è l’incrollabile fiducia nell’essere umano e nella sua resistenza e resilienza. Lasciatemi spiegare: la Tortuga intende far passare il messaggio che, nonostante le avversità, gli sforzi e i blocchi, la forza, vista non solo come potenza fisica, ma come capacità di sfidare le difficoltà della vita, consente agli ideali, al duro lavoro e all’amore in ogni sua forma di avere la meglio su tutto e tutti.
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September 18, 2025
Another great story by B. A. Tottuga! When she writes, I feel as though I'm there. Ryder and Kase have a history dating back to their involvement in the rodeo circuit. Ryder retired after breaking his neck and is still healing at the Broken C Ranch.
Kase has recently retired after his last "wreck," but in his case, he has no place to go. He calls his former competitor to ask for a place to stay for the time being until he fully recovers. Ryder holds no grudges and says okay. They find out that the two of them still share the spark to be better as one.
Kase has recently retired after his last "wreck," but in his case, he has no place to go. He calls his former competitor to ask for a place to stay for the time being until he fully recovers. Ryder holds no grudges and says okay. They find out that the two of them still share the spark to be better as one.
August 30, 2023
This was not what I expected (and not in a good way). The couple in this story is weaker in comparison to other Tortuga couples. We just aren’t given enough time with them alone falling in love. It doesn’t help that the mutual love confession doesn’t happen until 80% in, and until then, Kase keeps declaring his affections towards Ryder and NONE OF THEM GET ADDRESSED.
I really wanted to love the kids in this story, but I was getting frustrated at how they took time away from the couple. Their romance, their complete conviction to be it for each other is the foundation of this story. They are literally building a family!!! Kase should not be unsure at that point that Kase loves him and wants him to stay, NOR HE SHOULD BE SO DESPERATE IN TRYING TO PROVE HIMSELF EVERY STEP OF THE WAY. GET UP KING!
After a certain point the emotions felt contrived and forced. Like I was being told how exactly I should feel about these characters and their situations. And don’t get me started with how everyone’s eyes keep “filling with tears.” I couldn’t find myself caring for these characters until 90% through, and I was dangerously close to DNF’ing this A LOT earlier. I’m sorry to say it — this was boring as hell. It took me three days to finish this because I kept pushing it aside. Just disappointing.
I HATE how the contract is so sidelined in this story. The title kinda promises a “fake husband” situation that just doesn’t happen at all. I do like how the relationship gradually develops between the two, but a fake marriage should be making that development more interesting. It should come with stakes, doubts, fears. They virtually have no qualms about being married a month after they tie the knot. There is no tension here. No real ticking time bomb. The contract is meaningless.
Individually, these characters are great. Ryder is vibrant and dependable, and Kase is more nurturing and passionate. Together? They’re just a good team. Best bros. By the end of the book, the marriage just seems convenient at best because, while Kase loves Ryder, Ryder just seems grateful to have Kase.
I’m just disappointed since I was a really really big fan of “Bigger Than Us” another book by Tortuga and co-authored by Jodi Payne. That story similarly explores how a family just falls into place sometimes, but it does so masterfully because the foundation of the story, the COUPLE, is prioritized and their development is given the time it deserves. We are given CRUMBS in this story. I felt so bad for Kase since the love felt unreciprocated and one-sided, and that until late in the book, Kase was functionally still a friends-with-benefits deal for Ryder. I was really hoping the story would an employ the “he falls harder” trope when I got bored and came really close to DNF’ing. Well NOPE.
I really wanted to love the kids in this story, but I was getting frustrated at how they took time away from the couple. Their romance, their complete conviction to be it for each other is the foundation of this story. They are literally building a family!!! Kase should not be unsure at that point that Kase loves him and wants him to stay, NOR HE SHOULD BE SO DESPERATE IN TRYING TO PROVE HIMSELF EVERY STEP OF THE WAY. GET UP KING!
After a certain point the emotions felt contrived and forced. Like I was being told how exactly I should feel about these characters and their situations. And don’t get me started with how everyone’s eyes keep “filling with tears.” I couldn’t find myself caring for these characters until 90% through, and I was dangerously close to DNF’ing this A LOT earlier. I’m sorry to say it — this was boring as hell. It took me three days to finish this because I kept pushing it aside. Just disappointing.
I HATE how the contract is so sidelined in this story. The title kinda promises a “fake husband” situation that just doesn’t happen at all. I do like how the relationship gradually develops between the two, but a fake marriage should be making that development more interesting. It should come with stakes, doubts, fears. They virtually have no qualms about being married a month after they tie the knot. There is no tension here. No real ticking time bomb. The contract is meaningless.
Individually, these characters are great. Ryder is vibrant and dependable, and Kase is more nurturing and passionate. Together? They’re just a good team. Best bros. By the end of the book, the marriage just seems convenient at best because, while Kase loves Ryder, Ryder just seems grateful to have Kase.
I’m just disappointed since I was a really really big fan of “Bigger Than Us” another book by Tortuga and co-authored by Jodi Payne. That story similarly explores how a family just falls into place sometimes, but it does so masterfully because the foundation of the story, the COUPLE, is prioritized and their development is given the time it deserves. We are given CRUMBS in this story. I felt so bad for Kase since the love felt unreciprocated and one-sided, and that until late in the book, Kase was functionally still a friends-with-benefits deal for Ryder. I was really hoping the story would an employ the “he falls harder” trope when I got bored and came really close to DNF’ing. Well NOPE.
October 1, 2022
one sweet, moving, heartwarming romance
Rating: 4.5 🌈
The first in a new series, The Cowboy Contract (Foster Ranch Book 1) by B.A. Tortuga is another in this author’s lovely cozy cowboy contemporary romances.
This one sets itself apart in that it’s low angst with little to no high drama but instead relies almost solely on the real , relatable characters and elements of foster care and the issues children have when adapting into their new environment.
It does start off with the premise of contract husband but that is quickly discarded when the foster children come into play and their needs as well as troubled history takes center stage.
As it should.
Former bull riders, star Ryder Vittor who was forced into retirement by a broken neck, and , Kase McDaniel, who’s major wreck crushed so many bones in his body, that retiring was never in doubt, are a perfect pairing.
As superbly crafted by Tortuga, they are so familiar with each other, so in sync and comfortable with their actions and thoughts it’s as though they’ve been together for a longer time period. Which they have as bull riders on the circuit. Extremely realistic and easy.
She makes these men absolutely believable in every way, from their speech to their relationship and how they relate to those around them.
That includes the marvelous lesbian married grandmothers who raised Ryder and help run both the ranch and rodeo enterprises. Strong, impactful women and wonderful characters .
However, your heart will truly belong to the four foster children that comes into the lives of everyone who lives on the Chiara ranch. That’s a orphaned family of four. Charlie, a sixteen-year-old girl. Elijah, an eleven-year-old boy, Dani, eight-year-old girl, and tiny Nell, a two-year-old baby girl.
They arrive with a heartbreaking history, separate issues and sets of challenges, and personalities to endear themselves to the family at the ranch and readers alike.
Of course, there’s animals like adorable dogs, goats, and horses too.
This is one sweet, moving, heartwarming romance. You will want to just curl up and sink into this group of characters and children as they work their way into becoming a family .
It’s a marvelous journey and one you won’t want to miss.
I highly recommend it. And wonder what the next story in this series will bring.
Rating: 4.5 🌈
The first in a new series, The Cowboy Contract (Foster Ranch Book 1) by B.A. Tortuga is another in this author’s lovely cozy cowboy contemporary romances.
This one sets itself apart in that it’s low angst with little to no high drama but instead relies almost solely on the real , relatable characters and elements of foster care and the issues children have when adapting into their new environment.
It does start off with the premise of contract husband but that is quickly discarded when the foster children come into play and their needs as well as troubled history takes center stage.
As it should.
Former bull riders, star Ryder Vittor who was forced into retirement by a broken neck, and , Kase McDaniel, who’s major wreck crushed so many bones in his body, that retiring was never in doubt, are a perfect pairing.
As superbly crafted by Tortuga, they are so familiar with each other, so in sync and comfortable with their actions and thoughts it’s as though they’ve been together for a longer time period. Which they have as bull riders on the circuit. Extremely realistic and easy.
She makes these men absolutely believable in every way, from their speech to their relationship and how they relate to those around them.
That includes the marvelous lesbian married grandmothers who raised Ryder and help run both the ranch and rodeo enterprises. Strong, impactful women and wonderful characters .
However, your heart will truly belong to the four foster children that comes into the lives of everyone who lives on the Chiara ranch. That’s a orphaned family of four. Charlie, a sixteen-year-old girl. Elijah, an eleven-year-old boy, Dani, eight-year-old girl, and tiny Nell, a two-year-old baby girl.
They arrive with a heartbreaking history, separate issues and sets of challenges, and personalities to endear themselves to the family at the ranch and readers alike.
Of course, there’s animals like adorable dogs, goats, and horses too.
This is one sweet, moving, heartwarming romance. You will want to just curl up and sink into this group of characters and children as they work their way into becoming a family .
It’s a marvelous journey and one you won’t want to miss.
I highly recommend it. And wonder what the next story in this series will bring.
September 10, 2024
THE COWBOY CONTRACT by BA Tortuga is the first in her Foster Ranch series, and is a heartwarming marriage of convenience to big happy family with the kids story. Ryder Vittor and Kase McDaniel start off as two friends healing from rodeo injuries and end up with everything they’d ever dreamed and maybe more. A delight.
June 23, 2025
4 "cooked" stars.
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Review of advance copy received from Editore
Mi spiace immensamente dare a questo titolo un voto non troppo alto.
Avevo un sacco di grandi aspettative, in particolare per la trama.
Il più grande problema della storia è la velocità con cui vengono narrati i vari avvenimenti.
La rapidità di avvicinamento dei protagonisti, anche se si conoscevano in passato (ma si erano comunque allontanati negli ultimi tempi), è stata molto forzata e poco motivata.
La poca profondità dei personaggi è un'altra pecca, non sono riuscita a entrare in sintonia né con Kase né con Ryder perché avevano modi di esprimersi e di pensare troppo simili, tanto che a volte mi sembrava di confondermi su chi parlava tra i due.
Secondo il mio umile parere questa "fretta" di portare avanti una storia e la sua superficialità hanno tolto veramente tanto a questa trama che con i suoi personaggi avrebbe potuto dare (e dire) molto di più.
Non mi hanno convinto nemmeno le nonne, in particolare Alba, perché da lei è partita la folle idea di diseredare il nipote se non avesse messo su famiglia in poco tempo, conoscendo anche tutte le difficoltà che stava affrontando Ryder (tra cui quelle fisiche). Successivamente, quando il nipote mette in atto quello che lei vuole, ci ripensa e ci rimane anche un po' male. Ecco, qui purtroppo è mancata pure la coerenza.
Ma voglio comunque parlare anche degli aspetti positivi della storia, perché in tutta la vicenda si portano avanti argomenti come l'amore universale, l'accettazione, ma soprattutto l'importanza della famiglia. Una famiglia fatta non solo di parenti, ma di chi ci fa star bene.
In conclusione mi duole uscire da questa lettura con questo giudizio, speravo davvero di poter dare di più, ma così non sarei stata sincera.
Ringrazio Triskell per la copia che mi è stata concessa.
Avevo un sacco di grandi aspettative, in particolare per la trama.
Il più grande problema della storia è la velocità con cui vengono narrati i vari avvenimenti.
La rapidità di avvicinamento dei protagonisti, anche se si conoscevano in passato (ma si erano comunque allontanati negli ultimi tempi), è stata molto forzata e poco motivata.
La poca profondità dei personaggi è un'altra pecca, non sono riuscita a entrare in sintonia né con Kase né con Ryder perché avevano modi di esprimersi e di pensare troppo simili, tanto che a volte mi sembrava di confondermi su chi parlava tra i due.
Secondo il mio umile parere questa "fretta" di portare avanti una storia e la sua superficialità hanno tolto veramente tanto a questa trama che con i suoi personaggi avrebbe potuto dare (e dire) molto di più.
Non mi hanno convinto nemmeno le nonne, in particolare Alba, perché da lei è partita la folle idea di diseredare il nipote se non avesse messo su famiglia in poco tempo, conoscendo anche tutte le difficoltà che stava affrontando Ryder (tra cui quelle fisiche). Successivamente, quando il nipote mette in atto quello che lei vuole, ci ripensa e ci rimane anche un po' male. Ecco, qui purtroppo è mancata pure la coerenza.
Ma voglio comunque parlare anche degli aspetti positivi della storia, perché in tutta la vicenda si portano avanti argomenti come l'amore universale, l'accettazione, ma soprattutto l'importanza della famiglia. Una famiglia fatta non solo di parenti, ma di chi ci fa star bene.
In conclusione mi duole uscire da questa lettura con questo giudizio, speravo davvero di poter dare di più, ma così non sarei stata sincera.
Ringrazio Triskell per la copia che mi è stata concessa.
March 9, 2026
Questo libro è stato la mia prima volta con un cowboy romance M/M, e proprio per questo mi ha incuriosita da subito.
Ryder e Kase, col loro matrimonio di convenienza nato per assecondare le tostissime nonne di Ryder, mi hanno conquistata praticamente da subito: lo spunto iniziale non è chissà quanto originale, ma quello che ho trovato molto originale è lo stile asciutto, dritto, chiaro, molto narrativo, molto concreto.
Questa storia è del tutto positiva, una lode all'ottimismo, all'amore, all'amicizia, alla generosità verso i meno fortunati. Tutto il clan del ranch è un'enorme famiglia fatta da nonne iper-presenti, cowboy altruisti, animali invadenti e a volte improbabili, quattro ragazzini in cerca di casa, e soprattutto calore a non finire. Si può tranquillamente definire un libro cozy.
Entrambi i nostri eroi, amici da sempre seppur con qualche "beneficio", sono reduci da infortuni che hanno interrotto le carriere nei rodei, e trovano nella convalescenza e nell'unione concordata a tavolino, un nuovo scopo, una nuova routine e soprattutto un affetto profondo che non avevano messo in conto. Mentre leggevo pensavo che in questo libro c'è davvero tanto "spirito americano" per l'ambientazione, il lessico e i dialoghi, ma sopra ogni cosa è un libro che porta tantissima attenzione sul mondo LGBTQ+ in modo per niente ipocrita e molto realistico, aspetto che ho apprezzato.
Se avete voglia di tuffarvi in una famiglia enorme e fuori dagli schemi, dove ogni cucciolo, bambino o cowboy infortunato può trovare una vera casa, vi consiglio senza dubbio questa lettura. E poi questi due cowboy sono davvero irresistibili 👀❤️🔥
Ryder e Kase, col loro matrimonio di convenienza nato per assecondare le tostissime nonne di Ryder, mi hanno conquistata praticamente da subito: lo spunto iniziale non è chissà quanto originale, ma quello che ho trovato molto originale è lo stile asciutto, dritto, chiaro, molto narrativo, molto concreto.
Questa storia è del tutto positiva, una lode all'ottimismo, all'amore, all'amicizia, alla generosità verso i meno fortunati. Tutto il clan del ranch è un'enorme famiglia fatta da nonne iper-presenti, cowboy altruisti, animali invadenti e a volte improbabili, quattro ragazzini in cerca di casa, e soprattutto calore a non finire. Si può tranquillamente definire un libro cozy.
Entrambi i nostri eroi, amici da sempre seppur con qualche "beneficio", sono reduci da infortuni che hanno interrotto le carriere nei rodei, e trovano nella convalescenza e nell'unione concordata a tavolino, un nuovo scopo, una nuova routine e soprattutto un affetto profondo che non avevano messo in conto. Mentre leggevo pensavo che in questo libro c'è davvero tanto "spirito americano" per l'ambientazione, il lessico e i dialoghi, ma sopra ogni cosa è un libro che porta tantissima attenzione sul mondo LGBTQ+ in modo per niente ipocrita e molto realistico, aspetto che ho apprezzato.
Se avete voglia di tuffarvi in una famiglia enorme e fuori dagli schemi, dove ogni cucciolo, bambino o cowboy infortunato può trovare una vera casa, vi consiglio senza dubbio questa lettura. E poi questi due cowboy sono davvero irresistibili 👀❤️🔥
March 4, 2026
Ryder pensa che il suo futuro sia scritto ed è pronto ad accuparsi del ranch di famiglia, quando un ultimatum della nonna scombina i suoi piani: deve sposarsi ed avere un figlio se vuole ereditare tutto. A Ryder non resta che pensare ad una soluzione, ma niente va come previsto… all'inizio.
Kase è reduce da un gravissimo incidente causato da un toro e quando viene dimesso dall'ospedale chiede ospitalità al suo amico/rivale Ryder. Quando viene a conoscenza della strana situazione in cui si trova si offre di sposarlo, con il segreto desiderio di rendersi indispensabile in modo da convincerlo a stracciare il contratto e rimanere insieme.
Praticamente tutti i personaggi di questo romanzo sembrano usciti da una pubblicità del Mulino Bianco. Sarebbe un difetto? No, ma avrei preferito che le cose fossero un po' più difficili, invece il matrimonio va bene e tutti sono in pace, i bambini che adottano sono contenti di stare lì, l'assistente sociale li adora… Forse le difficoltà avrebbero dato più significato a ciò che hanno conquistato, ma va bene.
Lo stile di scrittura e il ritmo della narrazione sono ben calibrati, lo spicy pieno di sentimento, ma nel complesso il romanzo mi ha suscitato poche risate (ma abbastanza lacrimucce di commozione). Perfetto per chi cerca il lieto fine senza dover vedere i personaggi penare troppo per raggungerlo.
Kase è reduce da un gravissimo incidente causato da un toro e quando viene dimesso dall'ospedale chiede ospitalità al suo amico/rivale Ryder. Quando viene a conoscenza della strana situazione in cui si trova si offre di sposarlo, con il segreto desiderio di rendersi indispensabile in modo da convincerlo a stracciare il contratto e rimanere insieme.
Praticamente tutti i personaggi di questo romanzo sembrano usciti da una pubblicità del Mulino Bianco. Sarebbe un difetto? No, ma avrei preferito che le cose fossero un po' più difficili, invece il matrimonio va bene e tutti sono in pace, i bambini che adottano sono contenti di stare lì, l'assistente sociale li adora… Forse le difficoltà avrebbero dato più significato a ciò che hanno conquistato, ma va bene.
Lo stile di scrittura e il ritmo della narrazione sono ben calibrati, lo spicy pieno di sentimento, ma nel complesso il romanzo mi ha suscitato poche risate (ma abbastanza lacrimucce di commozione). Perfetto per chi cerca il lieto fine senza dover vedere i personaggi penare troppo per raggungerlo.
September 21, 2022
Another Masterpiece Relationship story by someone I consider in the Top of their Field!
Cowboy Contract brings us the story of Ryder and Kase, two Bull Riders with a shared past. After both men suffer life-changing injuries in the ring, Kase contacts Ryder for a place to recover. Due to family issues, Ryder is looking for someone to play the part of a loving husband so as to not lose his inheritance. Though this is a fairly common trope in all types of romance, This author takes it and just makes it into one of the most beautiful stories of growing a relationship that you will ever read. This is a habit with BA Tortuga and one I hope they never break! The author is a Master Storyteller whose tales have just a natural flow to them. It's just amazing. These are slow burn love stories that do pack some heat once they get going, but the character and relationship development between the characters, and I don’t just mean the Leads, always comes first in the authors books. In Cowboy Contract we don’t only have the connection between Kase and Ryder, but between Ryder and the Grandmothers who raised him and everyone with the children that suddenly come into their lives. You really never want the story to end and that is how the author writes them. No matter what book of theirs I am reading, I alway check my reading progress and am shocked at how much I have left to read when so much content has already been put into the story. Someone BA Tortuga manages to pack in 2 to 3x the content into the same number of pages as most other authors, they just keep going and I for one hope they never stop! Another Must Read in my opinion by one of my Favorite Authors.
Cowboy Contract brings us the story of Ryder and Kase, two Bull Riders with a shared past. After both men suffer life-changing injuries in the ring, Kase contacts Ryder for a place to recover. Due to family issues, Ryder is looking for someone to play the part of a loving husband so as to not lose his inheritance. Though this is a fairly common trope in all types of romance, This author takes it and just makes it into one of the most beautiful stories of growing a relationship that you will ever read. This is a habit with BA Tortuga and one I hope they never break! The author is a Master Storyteller whose tales have just a natural flow to them. It's just amazing. These are slow burn love stories that do pack some heat once they get going, but the character and relationship development between the characters, and I don’t just mean the Leads, always comes first in the authors books. In Cowboy Contract we don’t only have the connection between Kase and Ryder, but between Ryder and the Grandmothers who raised him and everyone with the children that suddenly come into their lives. You really never want the story to end and that is how the author writes them. No matter what book of theirs I am reading, I alway check my reading progress and am shocked at how much I have left to read when so much content has already been put into the story. Someone BA Tortuga manages to pack in 2 to 3x the content into the same number of pages as most other authors, they just keep going and I for one hope they never stop! Another Must Read in my opinion by one of my Favorite Authors.
September 21, 2022
I loved this feel-good, focused on family, cowboy romance. All the characters felt very real, and I love how much the Grannies are a part of the story. I liked how Ryder and Kase’s rodeo injuries aren’t downplayed, and that they have so much love in their hearts for each other and their family.
Ryder’s attempts to buy a husband are fun, and I love that he’s so naïve in the wording of his adverts. Kase is good for him on so many levels, and vice versa. They fit so well, and I was very happy they got their second chance together. I knew Ryder’s determination to keep their relationship as a business transaction wouldn’t last long, but that was half the fun in reading the story. I was cheerleading for the evitable from the word go. I liked how they have years of friendship behind them, and how well Kase fits into life at the ranch.
The supporting cast, and family/found family add an extra joy to this story. I’m already a huge fan of this author’s cosy cowboy stories. They always leave me with a warm fuzzy feeling, and I love the opportunity to be a part of the characters’ life for a while. I enjoy reading about them going about their day-to-day life, and growing into a family at the same time.
The Grannies are wonderful, although sneaky. I wouldn’t want to get on their wrong side. Despite the way they force Ryder’s hand it’s obvious from the beginning it’s from a place of love. I love how quickly they include Kase and the children as family too. Nanette is family in every sense of the world.
The dogs/puppies play their part, and I especially loved how they connect with the children.
The ending is a wonderful HEA for their whole family. Loved it.
Ryder’s attempts to buy a husband are fun, and I love that he’s so naïve in the wording of his adverts. Kase is good for him on so many levels, and vice versa. They fit so well, and I was very happy they got their second chance together. I knew Ryder’s determination to keep their relationship as a business transaction wouldn’t last long, but that was half the fun in reading the story. I was cheerleading for the evitable from the word go. I liked how they have years of friendship behind them, and how well Kase fits into life at the ranch.
The supporting cast, and family/found family add an extra joy to this story. I’m already a huge fan of this author’s cosy cowboy stories. They always leave me with a warm fuzzy feeling, and I love the opportunity to be a part of the characters’ life for a while. I enjoy reading about them going about their day-to-day life, and growing into a family at the same time.
The Grannies are wonderful, although sneaky. I wouldn’t want to get on their wrong side. Despite the way they force Ryder’s hand it’s obvious from the beginning it’s from a place of love. I love how quickly they include Kase and the children as family too. Nanette is family in every sense of the world.
The dogs/puppies play their part, and I especially loved how they connect with the children.
The ending is a wonderful HEA for their whole family. Loved it.
September 9, 2022
Cozy Cowboy is a really perfect description of Ryder and Kase’s friends to lovers story. This is a wonderful option when you want some low angst sweetness, with lovey and likable MCs, some kids who need saving, and two amazing grannies to help keep everything together. Both Kase and Ryder are recently retired from bull riding, their careers cut short by brutal riding accidents, when Kase reaches out to Ryder for a place to stay when he is released from rehab ( for his injuries). Kase realizes that Ryder plans to marry a stranger after his Grandmother’s ultimatum- to get married and start a family if he wants to inherit the family ranch. For Kase, who has loved Ryder for years, this is a perfect opportunity! He will be Ryder’s needed husband for a year and help with the mission to start a family. Ryder doesn’t need to know yet that Kase has every intention of making it a permanent happy ever after. I loved the idea of them taking on foster parent training as a family, the grans included. These guys are super sweet and when they take on fostering four troubled siblings , Ryder and Kase are all in. Taking care of these kids quickly becomes their mission. The author has a very unique style, and I enjoyed how her cowboys talk, it’s very original. I also loved how much genuine emotion she achieved in the foster parent part of the story, you may shed a tear or two. This is a really engaging and lovely story, very much looking forward to more from this new series! ❤️
I voluntarily reviewed a complimentary copy of this book.
I voluntarily reviewed a complimentary copy of this book.
September 15, 2022
What a great book. Kase is a bull rider who gets hurt. When in physical therapy, and asked for an address to heal up fully, he thought of Ryder. Ryder was also hurt in the rodeo and was at home recovering. He agreed to have Kase over to heal. At the same time, Ryder’s grandmother said he needed to get married and have a child. When Ryder told Kase the situation, he said he would do it. This is their story of how they got together and fostered four siblings. I love this authors books and the way she writes about cowboys and family. This is a must read and I recommend.
I received a copy of this book for my review
I received a copy of this book for my review
September 22, 2022
I loved this feel good, family based, cowboy romance.
Cowboy Contract brings us the story of Ryder and Kase, two Bull Riders with a shared past. These two have competed against each other and remained friends. Each has suffered career ending injuries.
When Kase comes to stay at Ryder's ranch he finds out about Ryder needing to marry and start a family. Of course he volunteers for the role, he has been in love with Kase for ages. Wanting to add children to their family, they find themselves looking at fostering. Four terrific kids get added to the home.
I loved watching these two evolve into the kind of family they need and deserve.
Cowboy Contract brings us the story of Ryder and Kase, two Bull Riders with a shared past. These two have competed against each other and remained friends. Each has suffered career ending injuries.
When Kase comes to stay at Ryder's ranch he finds out about Ryder needing to marry and start a family. Of course he volunteers for the role, he has been in love with Kase for ages. Wanting to add children to their family, they find themselves looking at fostering. Four terrific kids get added to the home.
I loved watching these two evolve into the kind of family they need and deserve.
September 27, 2022
Rating: 4.5 stars
I enjoyed this book start to finish. I really enjoy stories where the two MCs have a preexisting relationship prior to the start of the story. And while I would classify this as a friends-to-lovers story there wasn't any of the whole angst involved of I can't tell him how I feel because I'll lose him that is prevalent in a lot of those types of relationships. I love that Kase knew what he wanted and went after it. I also love the addition of the foster kids. Reading their journey to become a family was wonderful.
All in all, this was a great read.
I enjoyed this book start to finish. I really enjoy stories where the two MCs have a preexisting relationship prior to the start of the story. And while I would classify this as a friends-to-lovers story there wasn't any of the whole angst involved of I can't tell him how I feel because I'll lose him that is prevalent in a lot of those types of relationships. I love that Kase knew what he wanted and went after it. I also love the addition of the foster kids. Reading their journey to become a family was wonderful.
All in all, this was a great read.
March 13, 2026
📚 Amanti dei libri… siete pronti a una scommessa?
Scommettiamo che due nonnine intraprendenti riusciranno a stravolgere la vita del loro nipote, portandogli qualcosa di così sorprendente da superare ogni sua immaginazione?
Quando a Ryder Vittor viene imposto un ultimatum – matrimonio e figli se vuole continuare a tenere il ranch che ama più di ogni altra cosa – si sente in trappola. Arrabbiato. Tradito.
Il ranch è la sua casa, il suo orgoglio, il suo passato e il suo futuro. Non è disposto a perderlo.
Così prende una decisione drastica: pubblica un annuncio per trovare qualcuno disposto a sposarlo. Un matrimonio di convenienza. Niente sentimenti, solo un contratto.
Ma la vita, si sa, ama ribaltare i piani.
La richiesta d’aiuto di un vecchio amico cambia ogni cosa. Kase è un cowboy, un cavalcatore di tori che, a differenza di Ryder, non si è ritirato all’apice del successo. Entrambi hanno conosciuto il dolore degli infortuni, perché il rodeo è così: pericoloso, competitivo, brutale… e allo stesso tempo carico di adrenalina, lealtà e legami profondi.
È proprio quella competitività ad averli divisi in passato. Ma tra loro qualcosa non si è mai davvero spento.
Quando Kase scopre la situazione di Ryder, si offre volontario come marito.
All’inizio è solo un accordo. Una firma. Un modo per salvare il ranch.
Ma convivere, condividere spazi, responsabilità e ricordi mai davvero superati, rende impossibile mantenere le distanze. Il “finto” matrimonio comincia lentamente a trasformarsi in qualcosa di reale. Più profondo. Più fragile.
E poi arrivano i figli.
Non quelli pianificati, non quelli perfetti.
Ma quelli che si scelgono.
Bambini che portano con sé ferite, paure, bisogno di stabilità. E Ryder, che si era sempre visto solo come un cowboy testardo e indipendente, si ritrova a diventare marito… e poi padre. Scopre che la famiglia non è solo sangue, ma scelta. Non è perfezione, ma presenza.
E soprattutto comprende una cosa semplice e potentissima:
l’amore non è una concessione da temere, ma un dono che può essere accolto.
The Cowboy Contract di BA Tortuga è una storia dolce e intensa che unisce:
🤠 ranch e rodeo
💍 matrimonio di convenienza
🔥 rivalità che diventa amore
👨👨👦 famiglia scelta
💛 seconde possibilità
È uno di quei romance che ti fanno sorridere per le dinamiche divertenti… e poi, senza che te ne accorga, ti stringono il cuore.
Buon viaggio ❤️ La vostra Fly
Scommettiamo che due nonnine intraprendenti riusciranno a stravolgere la vita del loro nipote, portandogli qualcosa di così sorprendente da superare ogni sua immaginazione?
Quando a Ryder Vittor viene imposto un ultimatum – matrimonio e figli se vuole continuare a tenere il ranch che ama più di ogni altra cosa – si sente in trappola. Arrabbiato. Tradito.
Il ranch è la sua casa, il suo orgoglio, il suo passato e il suo futuro. Non è disposto a perderlo.
Così prende una decisione drastica: pubblica un annuncio per trovare qualcuno disposto a sposarlo. Un matrimonio di convenienza. Niente sentimenti, solo un contratto.
Ma la vita, si sa, ama ribaltare i piani.
La richiesta d’aiuto di un vecchio amico cambia ogni cosa. Kase è un cowboy, un cavalcatore di tori che, a differenza di Ryder, non si è ritirato all’apice del successo. Entrambi hanno conosciuto il dolore degli infortuni, perché il rodeo è così: pericoloso, competitivo, brutale… e allo stesso tempo carico di adrenalina, lealtà e legami profondi.
È proprio quella competitività ad averli divisi in passato. Ma tra loro qualcosa non si è mai davvero spento.
Quando Kase scopre la situazione di Ryder, si offre volontario come marito.
All’inizio è solo un accordo. Una firma. Un modo per salvare il ranch.
Ma convivere, condividere spazi, responsabilità e ricordi mai davvero superati, rende impossibile mantenere le distanze. Il “finto” matrimonio comincia lentamente a trasformarsi in qualcosa di reale. Più profondo. Più fragile.
E poi arrivano i figli.
Non quelli pianificati, non quelli perfetti.
Ma quelli che si scelgono.
Bambini che portano con sé ferite, paure, bisogno di stabilità. E Ryder, che si era sempre visto solo come un cowboy testardo e indipendente, si ritrova a diventare marito… e poi padre. Scopre che la famiglia non è solo sangue, ma scelta. Non è perfezione, ma presenza.
E soprattutto comprende una cosa semplice e potentissima:
l’amore non è una concessione da temere, ma un dono che può essere accolto.
The Cowboy Contract di BA Tortuga è una storia dolce e intensa che unisce:
🤠 ranch e rodeo
💍 matrimonio di convenienza
🔥 rivalità che diventa amore
👨👨👦 famiglia scelta
💛 seconde possibilità
È uno di quei romance che ti fanno sorridere per le dinamiche divertenti… e poi, senza che te ne accorga, ti stringono il cuore.
Buon viaggio ❤️ La vostra Fly
Review of advance copy received from Publisher
A volte ci si approccia a un libro leggendo la sua sinossi e facendosi delle aspettative. Ecco, io l'ho iniziato pensando di trovare una storia fatta di matrimoni combinati, un po' di angst... e invece ho trovato conforto e dolcezza.
Ryder è un personaggio fortunato: nato a tutti gli effetti "con la camicia", è stato una stella del rodeo e ha abbandonato la scena quando era ancora sulla cresta dell'onda. La caduta - in tutti i sensi - del resto è avvenuta in piedi, dato che il ranch della sua famiglia è in ottime condizioni e diretto in modo esemplare. Così il fulmine a ciel sereno che lo colpisce, lo colpisce forte e leggendo possiamo notare quanto questo evento lo destabilizzi su più livelli: la fiducia verso la nonna che gli ha fatto da genitore, finisce quasi per incrinarsi.
Una ferita aperta ed esposta, che tuttavia accetta perché non solo ama sua nonna, ma perché ama il ranch e vuole che continui a prosperare e a essere di famiglia.
Kase, al contrario di Ryder, non ha avuto la fortuna di lasciare le scene del rodeo come una stella: un incidente piuttosto grave e "spettacolare" lo ha costretto ad abbandonare, con l'anima e il corpo provati. Il problema? Il costo delle cure; nonostante il suo essere stato una stella del rodeo, il lento declino lo ha portato comunque a non avere così tante risorse e la perdita definitiva della sua fonte di sostentamento primaria, quando è ancora bisognoso di riposo, lo porta a prendere una decisione difficile: chiedere aiuto. E a chi se non a Ryder? Rivale in mondovisione, ma amico - e cotta - in privato.
Si potrebbe pensare che la storia sia loro, ma la verità è che sono il pretesto dell'autrice per parlare di legami familiari, di affetto, di appartenenza. Facendo capire che la vita è difficile, che ci sono cadute rovinose e persone che ci faranno del male, ma alla fine troveremo il nostro posto. Una piccola grande casa dove finalmente troveremo ciò che stiamo cercando.
Un romanzo che non ti aspetti, perché finisce per parlare di quello che, spesso, tentiamo di far finta che non sia importante: sentirci a casa e al sicuro, con persone che riescono a scaldarci il cuore anche solo con un sorriso.
Ryder è un personaggio fortunato: nato a tutti gli effetti "con la camicia", è stato una stella del rodeo e ha abbandonato la scena quando era ancora sulla cresta dell'onda. La caduta - in tutti i sensi - del resto è avvenuta in piedi, dato che il ranch della sua famiglia è in ottime condizioni e diretto in modo esemplare. Così il fulmine a ciel sereno che lo colpisce, lo colpisce forte e leggendo possiamo notare quanto questo evento lo destabilizzi su più livelli: la fiducia verso la nonna che gli ha fatto da genitore, finisce quasi per incrinarsi.
Una ferita aperta ed esposta, che tuttavia accetta perché non solo ama sua nonna, ma perché ama il ranch e vuole che continui a prosperare e a essere di famiglia.
Kase, al contrario di Ryder, non ha avuto la fortuna di lasciare le scene del rodeo come una stella: un incidente piuttosto grave e "spettacolare" lo ha costretto ad abbandonare, con l'anima e il corpo provati. Il problema? Il costo delle cure; nonostante il suo essere stato una stella del rodeo, il lento declino lo ha portato comunque a non avere così tante risorse e la perdita definitiva della sua fonte di sostentamento primaria, quando è ancora bisognoso di riposo, lo porta a prendere una decisione difficile: chiedere aiuto. E a chi se non a Ryder? Rivale in mondovisione, ma amico - e cotta - in privato.
Si potrebbe pensare che la storia sia loro, ma la verità è che sono il pretesto dell'autrice per parlare di legami familiari, di affetto, di appartenenza. Facendo capire che la vita è difficile, che ci sono cadute rovinose e persone che ci faranno del male, ma alla fine troveremo il nostro posto. Una piccola grande casa dove finalmente troveremo ciò che stiamo cercando.
Un romanzo che non ti aspetti, perché finisce per parlare di quello che, spesso, tentiamo di far finta che non sia importante: sentirci a casa e al sicuro, con persone che riescono a scaldarci il cuore anche solo con un sorriso.
September 29, 2022
The Broken C Ranch is where Ryder has worked his whole life. He's in on every detail, from the variety of animals, cattle, and the side business where they own a Rodeo.
Ryder is retired from his rodeo riding due to
a neck injury. Now, his Granny has issued an ultimatum: get married and have kids in order to inherit the ranch ! Yes, she knows he's gay ! Ryder's not happy.
Kase, his long time friend is recovering from
serious injuries from the rodeo and is down on his luck. He has no family to lean on, so he asks Ryder for help, a place to stay and rehab.
We get a dynamic cast of characters, including the kids, with a well paced tale and surprises along the way. Plus we get c o w b o y s and the strong "cowboy way."
Ryder tried to find someone, but it was a disaster every time. Kase and Ryder decide to get married, take the foster parent classes and then will try to adopt, if they can.
It's soon Christmas and the agency has a foster need they can't turn down, four siblings living in a storage garage need them. So, through tears, humor, and warm hearts, they get Charlie-16F, Elijah-11M, Dani-8F, and Nell-2F.
It's a beautiful story. Tissues required.
The pairing of our guys, Ryder and Kase is a match made in heaven, and doesn't feel like a contract at all.
We get true love forming, deserving kids, a new family formed, Christmas and more. These men and women have just what it takes to make this situation work.
During all of that, we see a romance blooming, growing and succeeding. The men get hot sexy times and their hearts joined, plus a terrific epilogue.
ENJOY !
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Ryder is retired from his rodeo riding due to
a neck injury. Now, his Granny has issued an ultimatum: get married and have kids in order to inherit the ranch ! Yes, she knows he's gay ! Ryder's not happy.
Kase, his long time friend is recovering from
serious injuries from the rodeo and is down on his luck. He has no family to lean on, so he asks Ryder for help, a place to stay and rehab.
We get a dynamic cast of characters, including the kids, with a well paced tale and surprises along the way. Plus we get c o w b o y s and the strong "cowboy way."
Ryder tried to find someone, but it was a disaster every time. Kase and Ryder decide to get married, take the foster parent classes and then will try to adopt, if they can.
It's soon Christmas and the agency has a foster need they can't turn down, four siblings living in a storage garage need them. So, through tears, humor, and warm hearts, they get Charlie-16F, Elijah-11M, Dani-8F, and Nell-2F.
It's a beautiful story. Tissues required.
The pairing of our guys, Ryder and Kase is a match made in heaven, and doesn't feel like a contract at all.
We get true love forming, deserving kids, a new family formed, Christmas and more. These men and women have just what it takes to make this situation work.
During all of that, we see a romance blooming, growing and succeeding. The men get hot sexy times and their hearts joined, plus a terrific epilogue.
ENJOY !
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February 23, 2026
⭐️⭐️⭐️.5
Questo libro non è solo una storia d’amore, ma il racconto di come ci si possa ritrovare anche quando ci si sente “rotti”, finiti, senza più nulla da offrire.
È una storia dolce e profondamente commovente, che mette al centro la guarigione reciproca.
Se devo muovere una piccola critica, riguarda il momento in cui Ryder e Kase decidono di stipulare il loro “matrimonio di convenienza”. Il passaggio dalla proposta all’accordo mi è sembrato piuttosto frettoloso, quasi sbrigativo. Avrei preferito qualche esitazione in più o una discussione più approfondita sui termini, vista l’importanza della scelta.
Superato, però, quel primo scoglio, la chimica tra loro e lo sviluppo della trama prendono davvero il volo, trasformando quel momento in un dettaglio secondario all’interno di una storia solida e coinvolgente.
Ciò che mi ha stretto il cuore è stato il modo in cui l’autrice racconta il dolore. Non siamo davanti ai soliti cowboy invincibili e perfetti. Ryder e Kase portano addosso i segni concreti di una vita dura: le ferite del bull riding, i corpi che scricchiolano, il dolore che si fa sentire a ogni risveglio. Ho percepito la loro fatica, ma anche la bellezza con cui, poco alla volta, iniziano a sostenersi a vicenda. C’è una vulnerabilità in questi due uomini “ammaccati” che mi ha profondamente commossa.
E poi c’è l’atmosfera del ranch, incredibilmente suggestiva. Mi sembrava quasi di sentire l’odore della polvere sollevata dai cavalli, il calore del sole del New Mexico sulla pelle e quella pace silenziosa che solo certi spazi aperti sanno regalare. Mi sono sentita lì con loro, tra la fatica del lavoro quotidiano e la dolcezza inattesa di una famiglia che si costruisce un passo alla volta.
É una storia che emoziona proprio perché non cerca la perfezione, ma sceglie l’umanità. Un viaggio faticoso, sporco di terra, ma pieno di luce.
Questo libro non è solo una storia d’amore, ma il racconto di come ci si possa ritrovare anche quando ci si sente “rotti”, finiti, senza più nulla da offrire.
È una storia dolce e profondamente commovente, che mette al centro la guarigione reciproca.
Se devo muovere una piccola critica, riguarda il momento in cui Ryder e Kase decidono di stipulare il loro “matrimonio di convenienza”. Il passaggio dalla proposta all’accordo mi è sembrato piuttosto frettoloso, quasi sbrigativo. Avrei preferito qualche esitazione in più o una discussione più approfondita sui termini, vista l’importanza della scelta.
Superato, però, quel primo scoglio, la chimica tra loro e lo sviluppo della trama prendono davvero il volo, trasformando quel momento in un dettaglio secondario all’interno di una storia solida e coinvolgente.
Ciò che mi ha stretto il cuore è stato il modo in cui l’autrice racconta il dolore. Non siamo davanti ai soliti cowboy invincibili e perfetti. Ryder e Kase portano addosso i segni concreti di una vita dura: le ferite del bull riding, i corpi che scricchiolano, il dolore che si fa sentire a ogni risveglio. Ho percepito la loro fatica, ma anche la bellezza con cui, poco alla volta, iniziano a sostenersi a vicenda. C’è una vulnerabilità in questi due uomini “ammaccati” che mi ha profondamente commossa.
E poi c’è l’atmosfera del ranch, incredibilmente suggestiva. Mi sembrava quasi di sentire l’odore della polvere sollevata dai cavalli, il calore del sole del New Mexico sulla pelle e quella pace silenziosa che solo certi spazi aperti sanno regalare. Mi sono sentita lì con loro, tra la fatica del lavoro quotidiano e la dolcezza inattesa di una famiglia che si costruisce un passo alla volta.
É una storia che emoziona proprio perché non cerca la perfezione, ma sceglie l’umanità. Un viaggio faticoso, sporco di terra, ma pieno di luce.
March 17, 2026
In collaborazione con @triskelledizioni
🤎 Un romance MM che purtroppo non ha soddisfatto pienamente le mie aspettative. Devo dire che ho faticato ha leggerlo, l'ultima parte del libro sicuramente lo ha salvato.
🤎Questo contratto cowboy non c'è stato, cioè è durato veramente poco perché i protagonisti si sono subito innamorati e messi insieme per davvero . Avrei voluto che ci fosse qualche conflitto o più dettagli del contratto.
🤎 Questo contratto serviva per far ottenere a Ryder il ranch, tutto questo molto obbligato dalle sue nonne. Non solo deve trovare marito, ma avere anche dei figli.
🤎Dopo vari "colloqui" andati molto male, avrà la fortuna di ricevere una chiamata dal suo vecchio amico Kase. Per colpa di un grave infortunio ha bisogno di un posto tranquillo così Ryder decide di ospitarlo.
🤎I protagonisti insieme non mi sono piaciuti perché non li ho trovati compatibili , invece separatamente sono meravigliosi.
🤎Sono molto simili caratterialmente, li vedevo troppo come migliori amici.
🤎Quando Ryder decide di adottare un bambino sempre per prendere il ranch , non mio è piaciuto per niente . Per fortuna si riprende tutto con l'incontro dell'assistente sociale, quando li propongono l'affidamento piuttosto che l'adozione di ragazzin* queer . Loro potrebbero essere un grande esempio e un aiuto per poter accettare se stessi. È in quel momento se ne rendono conto che lo vogliono fare per aiutare non solo per il ranch .
🤎In questo ranch arrivano tre fratelli, due sorelle è un fratello. Il loro arrivo è stato davvero emozionante, mi è scesa una lacrimuccia. Si sono veramente impegnati al massimo con loro. Oltre le cose materiale, fin da subito sono stati bombardati di affetto da parte di tutti.
🤎Bellissimo il rapporto tra Kase e la più piccolina.
🤎 Un romance MM che purtroppo non ha soddisfatto pienamente le mie aspettative. Devo dire che ho faticato ha leggerlo, l'ultima parte del libro sicuramente lo ha salvato.
🤎Questo contratto cowboy non c'è stato, cioè è durato veramente poco perché i protagonisti si sono subito innamorati e messi insieme per davvero . Avrei voluto che ci fosse qualche conflitto o più dettagli del contratto.
🤎 Questo contratto serviva per far ottenere a Ryder il ranch, tutto questo molto obbligato dalle sue nonne. Non solo deve trovare marito, ma avere anche dei figli.
🤎Dopo vari "colloqui" andati molto male, avrà la fortuna di ricevere una chiamata dal suo vecchio amico Kase. Per colpa di un grave infortunio ha bisogno di un posto tranquillo così Ryder decide di ospitarlo.
🤎I protagonisti insieme non mi sono piaciuti perché non li ho trovati compatibili , invece separatamente sono meravigliosi.
🤎Sono molto simili caratterialmente, li vedevo troppo come migliori amici.
🤎Quando Ryder decide di adottare un bambino sempre per prendere il ranch , non mio è piaciuto per niente . Per fortuna si riprende tutto con l'incontro dell'assistente sociale, quando li propongono l'affidamento piuttosto che l'adozione di ragazzin* queer . Loro potrebbero essere un grande esempio e un aiuto per poter accettare se stessi. È in quel momento se ne rendono conto che lo vogliono fare per aiutare non solo per il ranch .
🤎In questo ranch arrivano tre fratelli, due sorelle è un fratello. Il loro arrivo è stato davvero emozionante, mi è scesa una lacrimuccia. Si sono veramente impegnati al massimo con loro. Oltre le cose materiale, fin da subito sono stati bombardati di affetto da parte di tutti.
🤎Bellissimo il rapporto tra Kase e la più piccolina.
March 9, 2026
La storia parte molto lenta, tanto che non ti aspetteresti mai un twist così improvviso nel bel mezzo della narrazione.
Abbiamo due vite in parallelo: Ryder Vittor, ex rider di tori, ora super concentrato a far rigare dritto il ranche delle sue nonne. Peccato che, per avere quest'eredità, vi sia un prezzo: sposarsi e avere una prole entro poco tempo. Follia, non è vero?
Non tanto, visto che Ryder tiene molto all'attività, al bestiame e soprattutto ai ricordi che sono impressi in quel terreno.
Fatalità vuole che un suo vecchio rivale di corse, Kase McDaniel, abbia bisogno di un posto in cui rimettersi dopo la sua ultima e quasi letale gara coi tori.
Ryder non ci pensa due volte a dargli il benvenuto ad Albuquerque; e, tra un aiuto e sorriso qui e là, arrivano a un accordo che dovrebbe restare solo cartaceo, ma che in realtà andrà oltre il loro controllo🤭
Sinceramente ho preferito decisamente la parte sul prendersi cura delle creature arrivate e/o già presenti nel Ranch Chiara, che sulla componente romantica tra i due protagonisti. Non l'ho sentita molto sviluppata, ma un ritorno di fiamma post-adolescenziale in età adulta che è finito per essere una scommessa vincente.
Per non parlare della dolcezza, l'amore e la cura che Kase, Ryder, le nonnine e i collaboratori all'interno della tenuta hanno nei confronti dei nuovi arrivati. Non è così scontato, soprattutto in un'era in cui essere contro corrente o semplicemente non per gli standard altrui è molto probabile essere bistrattati che capiti, accettati.
Una coccola queer da leggere almeno una volta🌈
Abbiamo due vite in parallelo: Ryder Vittor, ex rider di tori, ora super concentrato a far rigare dritto il ranche delle sue nonne. Peccato che, per avere quest'eredità, vi sia un prezzo: sposarsi e avere una prole entro poco tempo. Follia, non è vero?
Non tanto, visto che Ryder tiene molto all'attività, al bestiame e soprattutto ai ricordi che sono impressi in quel terreno.
Fatalità vuole che un suo vecchio rivale di corse, Kase McDaniel, abbia bisogno di un posto in cui rimettersi dopo la sua ultima e quasi letale gara coi tori.
Ryder non ci pensa due volte a dargli il benvenuto ad Albuquerque; e, tra un aiuto e sorriso qui e là, arrivano a un accordo che dovrebbe restare solo cartaceo, ma che in realtà andrà oltre il loro controllo🤭
Sinceramente ho preferito decisamente la parte sul prendersi cura delle creature arrivate e/o già presenti nel Ranch Chiara, che sulla componente romantica tra i due protagonisti. Non l'ho sentita molto sviluppata, ma un ritorno di fiamma post-adolescenziale in età adulta che è finito per essere una scommessa vincente.
Per non parlare della dolcezza, l'amore e la cura che Kase, Ryder, le nonnine e i collaboratori all'interno della tenuta hanno nei confronti dei nuovi arrivati. Non è così scontato, soprattutto in un'era in cui essere contro corrente o semplicemente non per gli standard altrui è molto probabile essere bistrattati che capiti, accettati.
Una coccola queer da leggere almeno una volta🌈
September 15, 2022
Loved the premise of this book. Though I’m still mad at the Grandmother, threatening his place on the ranch to force him to find a man and have a family was a horrible thing to do. Happy ending or no, I’ll be holding a bit of a grudge against her on Ryder’s behalf!
Ryder grew part of a rodeo company/ranch dynasty. He’s helping to run it now that he’s retired from bull riding thanks to a serious injury. There are a hundred and one moving parts. So when he’s told he has to find a husband if he wants to take over one day, he approaches the task like he does the business. He sets out to hire a husband.
Ryder and Kase were friends, turned competitors, with chemistry they denied. When Kase finds himself without a place to go to recuperate and heal from a terrifying accident, he calls Ryder, who welcomes him with open arms.
When Kase finds out about his plan to appease the grandmother, he volunteers. Why not, he likes Ryder and he likes living on the ranch, sounds like a perfect way to recuperate and plan what to do next.
But the more time they spend together, the more they realize they actually need each other. Ryder gives Kase a home and purpose, while Kase becomes the person in Ryder’s corner, caring about him, helping him, and steadying him.
They are really great together, and they have a pretty wonderful happy ending.
If you like country cowboys, eccentric family/friends, and lots of love you should enjoy this one.
Ryder grew part of a rodeo company/ranch dynasty. He’s helping to run it now that he’s retired from bull riding thanks to a serious injury. There are a hundred and one moving parts. So when he’s told he has to find a husband if he wants to take over one day, he approaches the task like he does the business. He sets out to hire a husband.
Ryder and Kase were friends, turned competitors, with chemistry they denied. When Kase finds himself without a place to go to recuperate and heal from a terrifying accident, he calls Ryder, who welcomes him with open arms.
When Kase finds out about his plan to appease the grandmother, he volunteers. Why not, he likes Ryder and he likes living on the ranch, sounds like a perfect way to recuperate and plan what to do next.
But the more time they spend together, the more they realize they actually need each other. Ryder gives Kase a home and purpose, while Kase becomes the person in Ryder’s corner, caring about him, helping him, and steadying him.
They are really great together, and they have a pretty wonderful happy ending.
If you like country cowboys, eccentric family/friends, and lots of love you should enjoy this one.
September 20, 2022
Heartwarming, poignant second chance, pretend marriage for two banged-up bull riders
Although I’ve read steamier cowboy stories I can say for myself that this was unequivacably the best by this author that I have read. All the characters are priceless. Ryder is forced to consider marriage and children in order to keep the ranch, rodeo, home that he has always known. He starts searching for the husband “filler” and finds his old buddy, Kase instead. He’s come to stay with Ryder while he recuperates from his tragic bull accident. Kase has had a mad crush on Ryder since they were riding the rodeo together. So, they sign a contract for six months, non-binding after that. When foster children are added into this picture plus two old grannies, this story becomes a notch above average. I truly LOVED this story.
I felt like the language in the narrative and conversation was authentic. Phrases like: “okay, time to ride” when they’re getting ready to begin a job or “called to cowboy up” when they’re forcing themselves to do what needs doing. Or how about “child of his soul son”? Yeah, like that!
If you like sweet and passionate M/M romance between old friends who rekindle a relationship and also find their calling, try this book. I would give this book more than 5 stars if I could. I would also recommend getting some tissues toward the last half of the book. I volunteered to review an ARC of it through Gay Romance Reviews and give it high praise.
Although I’ve read steamier cowboy stories I can say for myself that this was unequivacably the best by this author that I have read. All the characters are priceless. Ryder is forced to consider marriage and children in order to keep the ranch, rodeo, home that he has always known. He starts searching for the husband “filler” and finds his old buddy, Kase instead. He’s come to stay with Ryder while he recuperates from his tragic bull accident. Kase has had a mad crush on Ryder since they were riding the rodeo together. So, they sign a contract for six months, non-binding after that. When foster children are added into this picture plus two old grannies, this story becomes a notch above average. I truly LOVED this story.
I felt like the language in the narrative and conversation was authentic. Phrases like: “okay, time to ride” when they’re getting ready to begin a job or “called to cowboy up” when they’re forcing themselves to do what needs doing. Or how about “child of his soul son”? Yeah, like that!
If you like sweet and passionate M/M romance between old friends who rekindle a relationship and also find their calling, try this book. I would give this book more than 5 stars if I could. I would also recommend getting some tissues toward the last half of the book. I volunteered to review an ARC of it through Gay Romance Reviews and give it high praise.
Review of advance copy received from Publisher
The Cowboy Contract è il classico romance ranch-style che sulla carta sembra semplice, ma che in realtà funziona per quello che costruisce sotto la superficie. La dinamica del contratto è interessante perché crea una distanza iniziale molto netta tra i protagonisti: tutto è definito, organizzato, “sicuro”. E proprio per questo fa ancora più effetto vedere come, pagina dopo pagina, quella distanza si accorcia. Non è una storia fatta di grandi dichiarazioni improvvise, ma di gesti concreti, responsabilità condivise e quella protezione silenziosa che diventa qualcosa di molto più profondo. I protagonisti mi sono piaciuti perché non sono perfetti né idealizzati. C’è vulnerabilità, ma non è forzata. C’è bisogno di controllo, paura di affezionarsi, difficoltà nel fidarsi. E quando iniziano a lasciarsi andare, lo fanno in modo coerente con quello che sono. Questo rende tutto più credibile. Il vero punto forte, però, per me è il found family. Il ranch non è solo un’ambientazione suggestiva: è una casa. È una rete di persone che si scelgono, che si proteggono, che si sostengono senza fare troppe domande. Si sente tantissimo quel senso di appartenenza che va oltre la coppia e che dà spessore alla storia. Non è un libro che punta sui grandi plot twist o sui drammi estremi. È più una storia di costruzione lenta, di stabilità, di amore che si radica.
September 20, 2022
Another wonderful cowboy romance from BA Tortuga. The Cozy Cowboys series is a favourite of mine as it has a great relationship that builds between two men but then also includes a family dynamic that can add a dose of mayhem and drama but also includes all the feels.
This time see Ryder having to get himself a husband as his Granny has made it a stipulation for him to inherit the family business. His luck is in when one of his closest friend's, Kase, calls needing a place to recover and when he finds out what's going on, offers to help. Their friendship builds as they work together to show others they are together, as well as Kase gets to know the running of the family business. Then comes the craziness of adding a child to the mix but that brings so much more than either man could have ever expected or dreamed. It equally broke my heart and warmed it as they offer their home out to those in need with the help of Granny and Gram, along with Nanette and other staff from the ranch.
Beautifully written story from this author. I'm always drawn in to the emotions that all of the characters are feeling, not just the MC's, as well as the constant goings on of ranch life.
I received an ARC and am happily giving a review.
This time see Ryder having to get himself a husband as his Granny has made it a stipulation for him to inherit the family business. His luck is in when one of his closest friend's, Kase, calls needing a place to recover and when he finds out what's going on, offers to help. Their friendship builds as they work together to show others they are together, as well as Kase gets to know the running of the family business. Then comes the craziness of adding a child to the mix but that brings so much more than either man could have ever expected or dreamed. It equally broke my heart and warmed it as they offer their home out to those in need with the help of Granny and Gram, along with Nanette and other staff from the ranch.
Beautifully written story from this author. I'm always drawn in to the emotions that all of the characters are feeling, not just the MC's, as well as the constant goings on of ranch life.
I received an ARC and am happily giving a review.
September 20, 2022
A fantastic story, I loved it!
This book is amazing! BA gives the reader a wonderful story with the tale of Ryder and Kase. After one night together, they decided they were better off as friends, especially when the rodeo circuit they ride in decide they make a good rivalry. Both men find themselves moving on after their own injuries leave them unable to ride anymore. When Kase finds himself broken and in need of a place to stay and recover, he calls Ryder who tells him to make his way there. The two men are very much still friends but that is about to change when Ryder tells Kase about his grandmother’s crazy plan. Ryder was the one that got away for Kase and he’s willing to do anything to get another chance to love the man. Their relationship develops and it’s wonderful to see just how much they mean to each other and how good they are for each other. Wanting to add children to their family, they find themselves looking at fostering. Four great kids in need will sweep into their lives and change everything. With the kids, crazy goats, loveable dogs and grannies who rule with lots of love, this book is time well spent and I highly recommend it!
I read an ARC copy of this book and am volunteering my honest review.
This book is amazing! BA gives the reader a wonderful story with the tale of Ryder and Kase. After one night together, they decided they were better off as friends, especially when the rodeo circuit they ride in decide they make a good rivalry. Both men find themselves moving on after their own injuries leave them unable to ride anymore. When Kase finds himself broken and in need of a place to stay and recover, he calls Ryder who tells him to make his way there. The two men are very much still friends but that is about to change when Ryder tells Kase about his grandmother’s crazy plan. Ryder was the one that got away for Kase and he’s willing to do anything to get another chance to love the man. Their relationship develops and it’s wonderful to see just how much they mean to each other and how good they are for each other. Wanting to add children to their family, they find themselves looking at fostering. Four great kids in need will sweep into their lives and change everything. With the kids, crazy goats, loveable dogs and grannies who rule with lots of love, this book is time well spent and I highly recommend it!
I read an ARC copy of this book and am volunteering my honest review.
September 13, 2022
Low-angst on page and full of banter between the two MCs which I am totally in love with.
Kase and Ryder were really into each other way back when they were still both active in the circuit but Ryder got injured pretty badly so he had to retire early but nevertheless he is living his best life as he manages their family's ranch and rodeo shows.
Kase was a great Bull Rider but his last ride has injured his body with more broken bones than anyone should have in a lifetime. When he was asked if he has family or someone where he could stay until he is fully recovered, he could only think of the one man he has fallen for and knew couldn't have. But still they have remained friends, albeit estranged.
Neither of these cowboys knew the events that would unfold when they got together. Neither of them thought that this could be their own road to the "forever and ever happiness they have been looking for all their lives," even if one of them doesn't really know it.
A sweet, low-angst tale of two men who got a second chance of finding true love and true happiness, with old and new family!
Kase and Ryder were really into each other way back when they were still both active in the circuit but Ryder got injured pretty badly so he had to retire early but nevertheless he is living his best life as he manages their family's ranch and rodeo shows.
Kase was a great Bull Rider but his last ride has injured his body with more broken bones than anyone should have in a lifetime. When he was asked if he has family or someone where he could stay until he is fully recovered, he could only think of the one man he has fallen for and knew couldn't have. But still they have remained friends, albeit estranged.
Neither of these cowboys knew the events that would unfold when they got together. Neither of them thought that this could be their own road to the "forever and ever happiness they have been looking for all their lives," even if one of them doesn't really know it.
A sweet, low-angst tale of two men who got a second chance of finding true love and true happiness, with old and new family!
September 17, 2022
The Cowboy Contract is a super sweet, low heat, low angst book about two former bull riders who had to retire due to injuries.
Ryder and Kase were rodeo friends for years until they hooked up one night. While their chemistry was explosive, Ryder decided he'd rather have Kase as a friend than be in a romantic relationship with him.
When Ryder's grandmother gives him an ultimatum to get married and have children and Kase needs a place to stay after getting out of medical rehab, the men make a deal. Ryder just needs a temporary husband, but Kase makes sure Ryder knows he wants their relationship to be real.
This was an ok story for me until the four foster kids entered the story. Watching Ryder, Kase and the Grannies work together to take care of the children was everything. Ryder and Kase were meant to be parents and while I'm still salty over Granny Antonia's ultimatum, she redeemed herself a little in the second half of the book. Each of the children brought something special to the story.
This was a great start to the series, and I am excited to see what comes next.
I voluntarily reviewed a complimentary copy of this book.
Ryder and Kase were rodeo friends for years until they hooked up one night. While their chemistry was explosive, Ryder decided he'd rather have Kase as a friend than be in a romantic relationship with him.
When Ryder's grandmother gives him an ultimatum to get married and have children and Kase needs a place to stay after getting out of medical rehab, the men make a deal. Ryder just needs a temporary husband, but Kase makes sure Ryder knows he wants their relationship to be real.
This was an ok story for me until the four foster kids entered the story. Watching Ryder, Kase and the Grannies work together to take care of the children was everything. Ryder and Kase were meant to be parents and while I'm still salty over Granny Antonia's ultimatum, she redeemed herself a little in the second half of the book. Each of the children brought something special to the story.
This was a great start to the series, and I am excited to see what comes next.
I voluntarily reviewed a complimentary copy of this book.
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