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Wyoming Brides
Two men from the Cowboy State and the women they love!
Denim and Diamonds
Rancher Chase Brown has always loved Letty Ellison, but nine years ago she left their small Wyoming town, searching for a different kind of life. Now she's come home to Red Springs with her dreams in tatters and a five-year-old child in tow. She's ready to trade the false glitter of Hollywood for the true happiness of being a rancher's wife. Chase's wife. But is it too late?
The Wyoming Kid
Rancher Lonny Ellison is an ex-rodeo cowboy who's used to the adulation of women. But that's something he doesn't get from Joy Fuller. In fact, they argue constantly. His sister, Letty, says it's because he's interested in Joy and Lonny figures she's right. Can he convince Joy that marriage to the Wyoming Kid will be as exciting as an eight-second bull ride and as sweet as the cookies she likes to bake?
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454 pages, Mass Market Paperback
First published July 28, 2009
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Debbie Macomber
894 books20.6k followersDebbie Macomber is a #1 New York Times bestselling author and one of today’s most popular writers with more than 200 million copies of her books in print worldwide. In her novels, Macomber brings to life compelling relationships that embrace family and enduring friendships, uplifting her readers with stories of connection and hope. Macomber’s novels have spent over 1,000 weeks on the New York Times bestseller list. Fifteen of these novels hit the number one spot.
In 2023, Macomber’s all-new hardcover publication includes Must Love Flowers (July). In addition to fiction, Macomber has also published three bestselling cookbooks, three adult coloring books, numerous inspirational and nonfiction works, and two acclaimed children’s books.
Celebrated as “the official storyteller of Christmas”, Macomber’s annual Christmas books are beloved and six have been crafted into original Hallmark Channel movies. Macomber is also the author of the bestselling Cedar Cove Series which the Hallmark Channel chose as the basis for its first dramatic scripted television series. Debuting in 2013, Debbie Macomber’s Cedar Cove was a ratings favorite for three seasons.
She serves on the Guideposts National Advisory Cabinet, is a YFC National Ambassador, and is World Vision’s international spokesperson for their Knit for Kids charity initiative. A devoted grandmother, Debbie and Wayne live in Port Orchard, Washington, the town which inspired the Cedar Cove series.
In 2023, Macomber’s all-new hardcover publication includes Must Love Flowers (July). In addition to fiction, Macomber has also published three bestselling cookbooks, three adult coloring books, numerous inspirational and nonfiction works, and two acclaimed children’s books.
Celebrated as “the official storyteller of Christmas”, Macomber’s annual Christmas books are beloved and six have been crafted into original Hallmark Channel movies. Macomber is also the author of the bestselling Cedar Cove Series which the Hallmark Channel chose as the basis for its first dramatic scripted television series. Debuting in 2013, Debbie Macomber’s Cedar Cove was a ratings favorite for three seasons.
She serves on the Guideposts National Advisory Cabinet, is a YFC National Ambassador, and is World Vision’s international spokesperson for their Knit for Kids charity initiative. A devoted grandmother, Debbie and Wayne live in Port Orchard, Washington, the town which inspired the Cedar Cove series.
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February 7, 2010
This book is actually two stories. One of the stories focuses on Letty and the other story focuses on her brother, Lonny, even though many characters are in both stories. While the ending of both stories can be predicted early on in the first story, it's not a bad read. For those who are looking for a romance they can relate to, this probably isn't it. For those who are looking for a novel that makes them think, this isn't it. But for anyone who is just looking for a mindless read, go ahead and pick up this book. You won't love it. You might be a little disappointed at how juvenile the writing is, if you are looking for something even a little deep. But if you just want a happy-ending love story, no expectations, go ahead and check it out.
There were many times in the book where Debbie didn't do a very good job painting a picture in my head. All of a sudden, characters would be locked in passionate kisses, and just like that, the kisses would be over. I had no clue how much time had elapsed or what those kisses entailed. So the picture the story painted in my head was always awkward and pedestrian. But it wasn't just the lack of description that frustrated me. The characters were so stupid and stubborn at times and then all of a sudden would act rationally. Or all of a sudden, Debbie would throw a sentence in that contradicted what appeared to be going on in the story so much that I had a hard time buying it. While I saw the end of the second story coming a mile away, it happened so abruptly that it just didn't seem realistic, even with the clear suspension of reality I had to allow in reading the book.
There were many times in the book where Debbie didn't do a very good job painting a picture in my head. All of a sudden, characters would be locked in passionate kisses, and just like that, the kisses would be over. I had no clue how much time had elapsed or what those kisses entailed. So the picture the story painted in my head was always awkward and pedestrian. But it wasn't just the lack of description that frustrated me. The characters were so stupid and stubborn at times and then all of a sudden would act rationally. Or all of a sudden, Debbie would throw a sentence in that contradicted what appeared to be going on in the story so much that I had a hard time buying it. While I saw the end of the second story coming a mile away, it happened so abruptly that it just didn't seem realistic, even with the clear suspension of reality I had to allow in reading the book.
March 14, 2014
I have read so many reviews about Debbie Macomber and her romance books. In fact, when her TV show "Cedar Cove" began this past summer, I was certain I had read one of her books. However, I was wrong. I quickly added all of her books to my TBR list, and it just so happened that I randomly chose his particular book to read. I checked it out from the library, and from the beginning, I was captivated by the story. This is really two novellas put together, and it practically reads itself!
Both stories are interrelated, and I was able to decipher almost at once why Debbie Macomber is such a well-respected romance author. Her stories are heart-warming and clean. In addition to that, the characters are believable, and the story to "happily ever after" is extremely involving. Her romances never come across as sappy. They may not be necessarily Christian, but her characters tend to go to church and live by Christian principles.
I read this book as a part of my 2014 Just for Fun Challenge.
Both stories are interrelated, and I was able to decipher almost at once why Debbie Macomber is such a well-respected romance author. Her stories are heart-warming and clean. In addition to that, the characters are believable, and the story to "happily ever after" is extremely involving. Her romances never come across as sappy. They may not be necessarily Christian, but her characters tend to go to church and live by Christian principles.
I read this book as a part of my 2014 Just for Fun Challenge.
October 6, 2012
This book was a pretty typical Macomber. It reminded me heavily of her Dakota series, which is one of my favorites! I understand that she wrote the first story, 'Denim and Diamonds' first, then was encouraged by her fans to continue Lonny's story with 'The Wyoming Kid'. However, for this compilation, couldn't she simply have labeled the stories with one title and divided them into two parts? They are, after all, about the same people in the same town, albeit the focus is shifted from Letty to Lonny. The endings were quite obvious, but as usual with Debbie Macomber's stories, it's getting there that's the fun part. I liked Chase, but didn't care for Letty or her daughter (I found Cricket too perfect a child. No child really acts like that, come on). I did like Joy, and Lonny was passionate, and Tom was a great addition to the second story, which felt like it moved along like molasses. All in all, great generic Macomber read, but certainly not her best.
October 22, 2013
The only problem that I had with this book is that it ended! I was really enjoying it and hoped that I would get to know more of both stories.
For Chase and Letty's story, I loved that their love truly lasted regardless of how much both of them wanted it not to. It truly touched me that Chase cared for Cricket so much and loved her like a father even though she was not his natural daughter.
For Lonny and Joy's story, I found the whole story comical. They kept running into each other and fighting and then would get so flustered about it when others would ask. I did like that we got to see more of Chase and Letty's story intertwined. But, I would have liked to hear about the baby and the upcoming nuptials. I hope there is a sequel to these wonderful stories with such likable characters.
For Chase and Letty's story, I loved that their love truly lasted regardless of how much both of them wanted it not to. It truly touched me that Chase cared for Cricket so much and loved her like a father even though she was not his natural daughter.
For Lonny and Joy's story, I found the whole story comical. They kept running into each other and fighting and then would get so flustered about it when others would ask. I did like that we got to see more of Chase and Letty's story intertwined. But, I would have liked to hear about the baby and the upcoming nuptials. I hope there is a sequel to these wonderful stories with such likable characters.
April 7, 2013
This book is actually compiled of two different stories, Denim and Diamonds, and The Wyoming Kid. This is my least favorite Debbie Macomber book that I've read. I understand that people are stubborn in real life, but this was ridiculous. I felt like the arguments got out of hand, and things got a little too graphic of a sexual nature. I don't mind when people are kissing in a book, but I don't like to read details of the touching in private places and things like that. This was the first time I ever read something like that in a Debbie Macomber book. It also just got too annoying that no one would ever say how they truly felt. Their lives could have been ruined just because they wouldn't speak up. It just became a little silly and over the top for me.
February 11, 2011
I really enjoyed the first half of this book more than the 2nd half. The characters are the same but the story is sweeter in respect to Letty as compared to Lonny her brother. It is a sweet romance novel WITHOUT smut. I am a romantic at heart so it filled my desire for that type of book without the guilt.
August 7, 2010
A two-for-one, but the satisfactoriness of the first one is canceled out by the second one trying to be about too many different things. Look, romance writers, I just want a story about living on a ranch in Wyoming. Why is that so hard?
September 8, 2009
I've read the two stories in this one before. Enjoyed them the second time around as much as I did the first time.
February 1, 2025
This is two stories in one book. The first focuses on Letty and Chase. They fall in love growing up, but Letty's desire to become a singer leads her to move to California. Chase stays on his ranch in Wyoming, and never gives up on her return. When she finally does after 9 years with her daughter, will Chase really take her back?
The second story is about Letty's brother Lonny and local schoolteacher Joy.
This is just an average romance novel. I felt the first story was much better, as it had more of a plot to it. The second was more of a will they or won't they fall in love kind of a story.
The second story is about Letty's brother Lonny and local schoolteacher Joy.
This is just an average romance novel. I felt the first story was much better, as it had more of a plot to it. The second was more of a will they or won't they fall in love kind of a story.
December 14, 2020
While I can stand a plot of "girl goes back home after trying to become a star" and it's set in a small town, I felt it wasn't as good as some of the other Macomber books I've read. Also, having family from and having lived in Wyoming, it misses the mark. Especially the town. That's not even a town. It's just the name of a location of a hot spring. There's nothing there. I'm not sure why the author did this. There's enough small towns to choose from that aren't touristy and worth using as a setting. More could have been done for the story line.
June 28, 2023
Wyoming Brides by Debbie Macomber
o Denim and Diamonds by Debbie Macomber – She left to find some Hollywood glitter, and returns with broken dreams and a 5-year-old. But the rancher who has always loved her is hoping for a second chance at her heart! So sweet! Happy Reading!
o The Wyoming Kid by Debbie Macomber – This bull rider may have just found something more exciting than his job! If you like couples that fight until they fall in love, this is a classic! Happy Reading!
o Denim and Diamonds by Debbie Macomber – She left to find some Hollywood glitter, and returns with broken dreams and a 5-year-old. But the rancher who has always loved her is hoping for a second chance at her heart! So sweet! Happy Reading!
o The Wyoming Kid by Debbie Macomber – This bull rider may have just found something more exciting than his job! If you like couples that fight until they fall in love, this is a classic! Happy Reading!
February 8, 2022
Such cozy, feel good romances! I picked this up as a Blind Date with a Book from my local library, and I was surprised to have loved them as much as I did! I will definitely pick up other books by this author.
December 9, 2017
Another good and predictable Macomber read.
October 15, 2018
Sucked to slow for me....
January 8, 2019
Denim and Diamonds only.
March 19, 2019
Two lovely stories about couples finding love after many troubles are thrown in their way.
April 11, 2019
Another pair of great stories! These two are basically a series unto themselves. Well written, great characters, beautiful imagery. Just great stories to read! Love these books!
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February 6, 2020Good reading book.
March 3, 2020
This was a promising story but it just went down hill. I was disappointed that this book. So far I have loved all her books. This one was a no for me.
July 23, 2024
Good, clean romance.
June 20, 2011
These stories were OK. I had kind of a hard time with the characters. Mostly the male ones. Actually, kind of all of them. In the first story, Denim and Diamonds, you love the Hero in the prologue. He is in love with Letty, who leaves to pursue her dreams in LA, and he is waiting for her to come back, and is still loving her 4 years later. When he learns that she has had a kid in LA (through an affair with a married man), and is not moving back, he gives up all hope. When she does come back, 5 years after that, she's been gone 9 years, and Chase has turned hard and cynical, and can barely be civil to her or her daughter. So I understand that, I do. Most of the time you are rooting for them. But for some reason, Letty keeps her medical condition (the true reason for her return) a secret, even from her brother, which just seems dumb, being that they're actually pretty close. The author doesn't really give a good enough reason for her NOT to have told him about her condition. So there's a lot of misunderstandings and assumptions that follow, naturally. When they finally DO get together and get married toward the end, you think, "FINALLY! Now surely they'll communicate!" But, they don't. Again. First, when they have been married and living together for months during the recovery of her surgery and finally gets a clean bill of health from her doctor, she tries to seduce her, and he rejects her! For no good reason, other than he's an idiot! He comes to his senses of course, but not before causing her pain. And Chase is so sure that Letty is going to go back to LA, he doesn't give any faith in her loving him. And when he tells her that of course he expects her to leave, and she tells him straight out she has loved him her whole life (not for the first time, either, mind you), he STILL doesn't believe her and all but shoves her out the door! Or tries, anyways. Letty basically has to hit him over the head with her love and the fact she isn't leaving before he will finally believe it, that I think his resistance was a little too much to be believable.
For the second story, involving Letty's brother, Lonny, and her best friend, Joy, more of the same. Lonny and Joy dated a few years before Letty moved back to town, and it ended badly, and they got more and more antagonistic with each other over time, so that they couldn't be in the same room or space for more than 5 minutes without yelling at each other. You actually like Lonny. Though in the beginning, he goes back and forth between deciding he can't stand Joy to really liking her. It's kind of funny how he is constantly getting tongue tied around her, and keeps sticking his foot in his mouth all the time. But he makes such a drastic 180 that it's almost hard to believe how he goes from being completely awkward, angry, and stubborn for 2 years to being suave, romantic, and completely confident that he and Joy are going to get married in a matter of a couple of weeks. But it was better than the first story at least.
Despite my problems with the characters, the story was really well written in that it moved along quickly, and intriguing enough that I didn't want to put it down without seeing what was going to happen. I hope her characters in other books get better, though.
For the second story, involving Letty's brother, Lonny, and her best friend, Joy, more of the same. Lonny and Joy dated a few years before Letty moved back to town, and it ended badly, and they got more and more antagonistic with each other over time, so that they couldn't be in the same room or space for more than 5 minutes without yelling at each other. You actually like Lonny. Though in the beginning, he goes back and forth between deciding he can't stand Joy to really liking her. It's kind of funny how he is constantly getting tongue tied around her, and keeps sticking his foot in his mouth all the time. But he makes such a drastic 180 that it's almost hard to believe how he goes from being completely awkward, angry, and stubborn for 2 years to being suave, romantic, and completely confident that he and Joy are going to get married in a matter of a couple of weeks. But it was better than the first story at least.
Despite my problems with the characters, the story was really well written in that it moved along quickly, and intriguing enough that I didn't want to put it down without seeing what was going to happen. I hope her characters in other books get better, though.
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February 26, 2017
This two books in one. The first story is enjoyable but predictable - girl returns home after not finding fame and fortune. The second story is said girl's brother' story - He annoyed me and I had to stop reading it. Not my favorite from Debbie Macomber
June 22, 2011
Synopsis: "Denim and Diamonds:
Rancher Chase Brown has always loved Letty Ellison, but nine years ago she left their small Wyoming town, searching for a different kind of life. Now she’s come home to Red Springs with her dreams in tatters—and a five-year-old child in tow. She’s ready to trade the false glitter of Hollywood for the true happiness of being a rancher’s wife. Chase’s wife. But is it too late?
The Wyoming Kid:
Rancher Lonny Ellison is an ex-rodeo cowboy who’s used to the adulation of women. But that’s something he doesn’t get from Joy Fuller. In fact, they argue constantly. His sister, Letty, says it’s because he’s interested in Joy…and Lonny figures she’s right. Can he convince Joy that marriage to the Wyoming Kid will be as exciting as an eight-second bull ride and as sweet as the cookies she likes to bake?"
My Review: I had a lot of fun reading this book. Both stories were fast reads and easily relatable. It was almost painful to watch the struggling relationship between Chase and Letty in Denim and Diamonds and almost comical watching the changes to Lonny in The Wyoming Kid. I loved all the characters, they reminded me of my time in Wyoming and that cowboys really are that stubborn (not to mention the women)! Macomber really caught the feeling of small town Wyoming living and her description of the people and events that take place in town almost made me a little home sick. I really enjoyed both these romances. I am really looking forward to reading the Dakota trilogy waiting on my shelves now.
Rancher Chase Brown has always loved Letty Ellison, but nine years ago she left their small Wyoming town, searching for a different kind of life. Now she’s come home to Red Springs with her dreams in tatters—and a five-year-old child in tow. She’s ready to trade the false glitter of Hollywood for the true happiness of being a rancher’s wife. Chase’s wife. But is it too late?
The Wyoming Kid:
Rancher Lonny Ellison is an ex-rodeo cowboy who’s used to the adulation of women. But that’s something he doesn’t get from Joy Fuller. In fact, they argue constantly. His sister, Letty, says it’s because he’s interested in Joy…and Lonny figures she’s right. Can he convince Joy that marriage to the Wyoming Kid will be as exciting as an eight-second bull ride and as sweet as the cookies she likes to bake?"
My Review: I had a lot of fun reading this book. Both stories were fast reads and easily relatable. It was almost painful to watch the struggling relationship between Chase and Letty in Denim and Diamonds and almost comical watching the changes to Lonny in The Wyoming Kid. I loved all the characters, they reminded me of my time in Wyoming and that cowboys really are that stubborn (not to mention the women)! Macomber really caught the feeling of small town Wyoming living and her description of the people and events that take place in town almost made me a little home sick. I really enjoyed both these romances. I am really looking forward to reading the Dakota trilogy waiting on my shelves now.
December 29, 2010
I was a little disappointed in this two book compilation. The first story was enjoyable but seemed to drag. The 2nd book I found myself not that interesed in.
The first story is about Letty and Chase. They had liked each other when they were younger. Then Letty took off for California to pursue her dreams as a singer. Chase stayed in Wyoming to work on his Ranch. He kept hoping that Letty would come back and marry him. After 4 years of her being gone he finds out from Lonny (Letty's brother) that Letty is pregnant with a married man's child. This broke Chase and he just wasn't the same. During the pregnancy Letty found out she had a heart defect and without surgery she would die. Five years after her child is born she moves back home hoping Cricket (her daughter) will develop a relationship with Lonny in case she were to pass away. But Cricket ended up loving Chase. The story continues and the relationship between Chase and Letty starts to become mended (slowly).
The second story is about Lonny and Joy. Lonny and Joy dated a year ago and seemed to really like each other. Then they split and since then they have been mean and spiteful to each other. While deep down they were both in love and attracted to each other. It seems to take forever for this story to progress. Even though Lonny and Joy are likeable I just couldn't find myself really liking the story.
The first story is about Letty and Chase. They had liked each other when they were younger. Then Letty took off for California to pursue her dreams as a singer. Chase stayed in Wyoming to work on his Ranch. He kept hoping that Letty would come back and marry him. After 4 years of her being gone he finds out from Lonny (Letty's brother) that Letty is pregnant with a married man's child. This broke Chase and he just wasn't the same. During the pregnancy Letty found out she had a heart defect and without surgery she would die. Five years after her child is born she moves back home hoping Cricket (her daughter) will develop a relationship with Lonny in case she were to pass away. But Cricket ended up loving Chase. The story continues and the relationship between Chase and Letty starts to become mended (slowly).
The second story is about Lonny and Joy. Lonny and Joy dated a year ago and seemed to really like each other. Then they split and since then they have been mean and spiteful to each other. While deep down they were both in love and attracted to each other. It seems to take forever for this story to progress. Even though Lonny and Joy are likeable I just couldn't find myself really liking the story.
February 11, 2013
Recived this book as a RABCK from NancyNova.
Denim and Diamonds
Rancher Chase Brown and Letty Ellison have been in love forever. But Letty had dreams of being a singer and left Wyoming for the lights of California. Her dreams did not materialize and she returns home with a five-year-old daughter. She still loves Chase and he still loves her but the mind does strange things to ones thinking and they have to work and accepting the truth.
The Wyoming Kid
Rancher Lonny Ellison (Letty's brother) is a ex-rodeo cowboy. He's use to women falling at his feet. The new school teacher Joy Fuller doesn't fit the mold of the women he's known. They argue all the time. He has to convince Joy that he the man for her.
Denim and Diamonds
Rancher Chase Brown and Letty Ellison have been in love forever. But Letty had dreams of being a singer and left Wyoming for the lights of California. Her dreams did not materialize and she returns home with a five-year-old daughter. She still loves Chase and he still loves her but the mind does strange things to ones thinking and they have to work and accepting the truth.
The Wyoming Kid
Rancher Lonny Ellison (Letty's brother) is a ex-rodeo cowboy. He's use to women falling at his feet. The new school teacher Joy Fuller doesn't fit the mold of the women he's known. They argue all the time. He has to convince Joy that he the man for her.
November 16, 2014
If you like sweet stories with good morals, this is pretty good. It seems to be set in our current time, but it could easily have been a turn of the century cowboy type story. It is 2 books in one. The first is about Lettie, a girl who returns to her home town after trying to "make it big" as a singer. It's about her struggle as single mom and facing the man she left behind 9 years ago. The second half is about her older brother and his struggle to get beyond his creature-of-habit-bachelor ways to find love.
Nice stories, very moral, but to fill space, instead of strengthening the plots, the author repeats herself... a LOT. I can recommend this book, but I'd suggest you look for a Macomber book with a higher rating.
Nice stories, very moral, but to fill space, instead of strengthening the plots, the author repeats herself... a LOT. I can recommend this book, but I'd suggest you look for a Macomber book with a higher rating.
January 13, 2012
I didn't think anything in this book was all that exciting, but somehow the first story in the book, Denim and Diamonds, kept me wanting to read more. But the second story, They Wyoming Kid, was pretty boring and repetitive. I found it annoying through both stories how Macomber kept switching from one scene to the next in rapid succession. A prime example Chase is talking to Letty explaining why they should get married and then the next paragraph they have already been married and he's in the waiting room while she's in surgery. This is the first book I've read from this author and it was pretty meh for me....
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June 4, 2014
Two great stories about the same family. The best I've read so far by Debbie Macomber. Set in ranching country, "Denim and Diamonds" follows Letty Ellison as she comes home to her family's ranch after finding out she needs heart surgery and runs into her ex-boyfriend....who isn't too happy to see her after finding out she has a daughter. "The Wyoming Kid" follows Letty's brother, Lonny, as he tries to sort out his feelings for "city-slicker" schoolteacher Joy. Both great reads with happy endings!
October 7, 2009
I've read a numer of her books now. This is a 2 for 1. I truly enjoyed the first and truly was bored by the second. As a whole I have enjoyed her. Her books are what I call romance light. I like true Romance as smutty as it can be but these are not those. There is very little "sex" in her books.
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July 28, 2011This is another DM triumph!!!
Book 1: man with "hardened" heart and woman with a [medical] secret- separated for ten years, reunited, and.....find their way back to each other?
Book 2: two former "flames"-turned- "enemies"; strike sparks from each other at each confrontation- are those sparks ONLY of enmity?
Book 1: man with "hardened" heart and woman with a [medical] secret- separated for ten years, reunited, and.....find their way back to each other?
Book 2: two former "flames"-turned- "enemies"; strike sparks from each other at each confrontation- are those sparks ONLY of enmity?
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