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Trusting Her Hero
Dixie Young needs a husband. Her ranch is failing and the only hope for her family is to find a partner. Her mother wants her to fall in love and marry a man to help, but Dixie is more realistic. And she’s on the rebound. After a nasty breakup, she finds out she’s pregnant and having a child out of wedlock will not work for her mother.
Junior Shipley has lost at love. Recently. In fact, he’s on the rebound when he finds out about Dixie’s need to get married. He has no grand illusions of marrying the girl of his dreams. He’s well beyond that place now. But he’s willing to settle for comfort and a decent business arrangement.
Two broken hearts coming together for reasons other than love. This has failure written all over it. But it has to work. She needs help for her ranch and a father for her child. He needs a purpose in life. An arranged marriage of convenience seems to be the ticket.
The problem is that Dixie hasn’t mentioned the baby to her husband-to-be. She can’t bring herself to do it. She’s afraid he’ll walk away. But there’s no guarantee he’ll stay once he finds out – even after they’re married.
Junior Shipley has lost at love. Recently. In fact, he’s on the rebound when he finds out about Dixie’s need to get married. He has no grand illusions of marrying the girl of his dreams. He’s well beyond that place now. But he’s willing to settle for comfort and a decent business arrangement.
Two broken hearts coming together for reasons other than love. This has failure written all over it. But it has to work. She needs help for her ranch and a father for her child. He needs a purpose in life. An arranged marriage of convenience seems to be the ticket.
The problem is that Dixie hasn’t mentioned the baby to her husband-to-be. She can’t bring herself to do it. She’s afraid he’ll walk away. But there’s no guarantee he’ll stay once he finds out – even after they’re married.
240 pages, Kindle Edition
Published February 8, 2023
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April Murdock
151 books202 followersUSA Today Bestselling author April Murdock loves romance, especially sweet stories that make you sigh out loud. She loves to write stories inspired by people in her life - past and present. She doesn't live on a ranch, but some of her favorite memories are visiting her cousins at their horse farm. And they've been helpful sharing information that sometimes shows up in her stories.
April has lived her whole life in the Southern US. Traveling is a great love, but coming home to Georgia where her heart is makes her happy.
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February 13, 2023
Junior and Dixie’s story is sweet, angsty marriage of convenience romance. Having both recently suffered major disappointment and rejection in romantic relationships, Dixie and Junior agree to an arranged marriage. Ostensibly, the marriage will save her family’s ranch and give him half ownership. It will also give him a chance to get away from his own family’s ranch which has become untenable since his brother became engaged to the woman Junior had been dating and had wanted for himself. Junior suspects that Dixie has another hidden reason for wanting to marry quickly, but he believes that their marriage could benefit them both and perhaps turn into something more than a convenience. He already feels drawn toward her, not just attraction but something deeper, and he hopes the she will soon feel it too. There are those that try to dissuade them and warn them about this marriage, but they marry anyway. Dixie’s secret reason for quick wedding is soon revealed, and Junior surprises her by telling her that he will stay in the marriage and by her side. Dixie is afraid to trust her heart again, but Junior continually shows her that he is a kind, compassionate and hardworking man who is loyal to and unconditionally supportive of those he cares about. Their story has a few more emotional bumps and gulleys ahead as well as few more nasty encounters with people determined to hurt or derail them. Love blossoms between them and both decide that they are willing to fight for a future together.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
February 9, 2023
What a wonderful story as Junior and Dixie who were ntroduced in the last book get a story of their own. These stories involve the next generation from the Billionaire Ranchers Series. To get the most out of this story you should probably read the previous book to understand what causes Junior to decide to marry Dixie.
Dixie is in a tough spot and really needs the right someone to come and help her. Junior steps up and even though he's still hurting from being rejected by the girl who chose his brother, he determines to make a serious commitment. I really enjoyed seeing the way he changed and grew in this story.
Dixie will need to learn to trust Junior and let some walls down that she built due to the way the last guy treated her. In the beginning of this story, she was just a shadow of the vibrant girl that Junior knew from the past. His determination to stay married despite the unknown details of Dixie's past relationship helps her feelings grow toward her husband.
I really enjoyed this story and loved the ending.
I received a copy of this book from the author and this is my honest unbiased review.
Dixie is in a tough spot and really needs the right someone to come and help her. Junior steps up and even though he's still hurting from being rejected by the girl who chose his brother, he determines to make a serious commitment. I really enjoyed seeing the way he changed and grew in this story.
Dixie will need to learn to trust Junior and let some walls down that she built due to the way the last guy treated her. In the beginning of this story, she was just a shadow of the vibrant girl that Junior knew from the past. His determination to stay married despite the unknown details of Dixie's past relationship helps her feelings grow toward her husband.
I really enjoyed this story and loved the ending.
I received a copy of this book from the author and this is my honest unbiased review.
March 1, 2023
I received a complimentary copy of this book from Booksprout and I am voluntarily reviewing it.
While this is a part of a series, you don't have to read the prior ones to fully understand and enjoy this one. On that note, I would recommend to reading the prior one, "Taking His Chance". Some of the events in that book are discussed here and it may help the reader to better understand some issues.
This is written in a dual POV format. Boy that was really needed here. There were times when I just wanted to slap Dixie. She is such a headstrong protagonist. There were times when I really felt for Junior. Which is funny after reading "Taking His Chance"! Yep I will admit to falling for the cowboy!
Dixie is pregnant. She and her family are on the verge of losing their ranch. They need help. Junior and Dixie marry but their relationship is so strained with pressures from secrets that Dixie is keeping. Can they unravel the strings that are twisting them up or will it all come crashing down in a pile of rubble?
This book in a sweet, clean romance that anyone will enjoy.
While this is a part of a series, you don't have to read the prior ones to fully understand and enjoy this one. On that note, I would recommend to reading the prior one, "Taking His Chance". Some of the events in that book are discussed here and it may help the reader to better understand some issues.
This is written in a dual POV format. Boy that was really needed here. There were times when I just wanted to slap Dixie. She is such a headstrong protagonist. There were times when I really felt for Junior. Which is funny after reading "Taking His Chance"! Yep I will admit to falling for the cowboy!
Dixie is pregnant. She and her family are on the verge of losing their ranch. They need help. Junior and Dixie marry but their relationship is so strained with pressures from secrets that Dixie is keeping. Can they unravel the strings that are twisting them up or will it all come crashing down in a pile of rubble?
This book in a sweet, clean romance that anyone will enjoy.
February 14, 2023
Book six in the Billionaire Ranchers Second Generation Series with this being Junior and Dixie's story. Junior turned out to be the man Dixie needed in more ways than she ever knew. Dixie found herself in trouble turning to the Shipley brothers for help. Junior agreed to marry her to save the family ranch fully realizing there was more to the story, but he knew Dixie would tell him in do time. He was in the relationship for the long haul. They soon learned they had an attraction for one another, but something from her past was preventing her from becoming intimate. Junior was an amazing, patient man trying to give Dixie the space she needed to come to terms with her situation. Dixie was extremely stressed from her family financial problems and other problems she found herself in that she was not sure what to do. A wonderful heartwarming story you will not want to miss.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
February 14, 2023
April Murdock writes a fluent narrative which, although part of a series that I had not read previously, was easy to get into as past events were alluded to as they became relevant to the current story.
The book begins with Dixie having approached the Shipley family, living on the neighbouring ranch, for assistance in an effort to save her family’s smaller ranch. Junior goes above and beyond her expectations, but Dixie withholds information she feels unable to share with anyone.
Dixie and Junior have to overcome serious obstacles, primarily Dixie’s secrets and the mixed feelings they have for one another, on their journey to future happiness. The judgement of family members and gossip of some town residents ensure that the reader stays fully engaged in finding out if they will find their HEA.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
The book begins with Dixie having approached the Shipley family, living on the neighbouring ranch, for assistance in an effort to save her family’s smaller ranch. Junior goes above and beyond her expectations, but Dixie withholds information she feels unable to share with anyone.
Dixie and Junior have to overcome serious obstacles, primarily Dixie’s secrets and the mixed feelings they have for one another, on their journey to future happiness. The judgement of family members and gossip of some town residents ensure that the reader stays fully engaged in finding out if they will find their HEA.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
February 14, 2023
Junior is such a sweet heart,he is amazing and supportive of Dixie.
They are such a sweet couple who are made for each other.
Junior agrees to marry Dixie to help her save her ranch.They are both on the rebound and decide to a marriage of convenience.
Dixie is also keeping a huge secret from him.Junior knows Dixie is hiding something from him but cannot figure out what.
Will he stay by her side when he finds out and accept everything.
They go through a lot and the happily ever after is so sweet.
Loved Dixie and Junior my favourite couple in the series,especially Junior swoon😍.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
They are such a sweet couple who are made for each other.
Junior agrees to marry Dixie to help her save her ranch.They are both on the rebound and decide to a marriage of convenience.
Dixie is also keeping a huge secret from him.Junior knows Dixie is hiding something from him but cannot figure out what.
Will he stay by her side when he finds out and accept everything.
They go through a lot and the happily ever after is so sweet.
Loved Dixie and Junior my favourite couple in the series,especially Junior swoon😍.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
February 15, 2023
Trusting Her Hero is a warm loving romance. The main characters have a true connection. April Murdoch is a wonderful writer.
Dixie Young gets herself in a predicament. She turns to her former boyfriend's twin brother, Junior Shipley, for help. Although they keep their distance growing up, Dixie is surprised at the connection they share.
Junior Shipley is ready to settle down. He thought he found the one until his twin brother swept in. When Dixie approaches him to help save her family's ranch, he is surprised at how well they get along.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
Dixie Young gets herself in a predicament. She turns to her former boyfriend's twin brother, Junior Shipley, for help. Although they keep their distance growing up, Dixie is surprised at the connection they share.
Junior Shipley is ready to settle down. He thought he found the one until his twin brother swept in. When Dixie approaches him to help save her family's ranch, he is surprised at how well they get along.
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February 11, 2023
Because of what a slimy snake did to her and her family’s financial difficulties Dixie is forced to find a husband. On the rebound from being hurt by the girl he was infatuated with falling for his twin brother, Junior agrees to marry Dixie. But he knew something wasn’t right with her besides her family’s troubles and should have asked more questions before the wedding. Dixie has a lot of haters including her ex, but she shouldn’t have kept things from Junior. Their marriage is built on lies and incredibly shaky. It added to the drama of the story.
February 12, 2023
Dixie d a husband and Junior steps up for her. Junior knows that she needs his help for the ranch but feels there is something more there. Junior knows when she is ready, she will tell him, but can he wait? They had grown up together and now they are together, she finial tell him that she is pregnant. She don't tell by who, but can she hold it in and will his patients last. What happen when it comes to a head?.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
February 12, 2023
Trusting her Hero is a brilliant story from April. You are drawn into the story from the very first page. This book is full of intrigue and secrets.
The storyline was great, the character work was fantastic and the book had a smooth flow to it. Trusting her Hero is another great addition to the series and kept me entertained from beginning to end.
April, has given us characters that we can care about, can't he story pulls you in and never let's go. I highly recommend this book.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
The storyline was great, the character work was fantastic and the book had a smooth flow to it. Trusting her Hero is another great addition to the series and kept me entertained from beginning to end.
April, has given us characters that we can care about, can't he story pulls you in and never let's go. I highly recommend this book.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
February 12, 2023
Clean romance. Part of a series, but reads as a stand alone. Dixie’s family farm needs help so she approaches a friend to help her out through marriage. Because she is pregnant by someone else, she has to get married quickly.
Interesting storyline with one family helping another. Throw in a sketchy ex-boyfriend and you have a very interesting story with great characters.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
Interesting storyline with one family helping another. Throw in a sketchy ex-boyfriend and you have a very interesting story with great characters.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
February 13, 2023
Good romance with interesting characters. Dixie and Junior agree to a quick marriage to save her family’s ranch. Unfortunately she neglected to tell Junior she was pregnant. They both have a lot to overcome and falling in love just seems to complicate things. The story held my interest and drew me in to find how things ended.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
February 16, 2023
This is a small town, clean romance that will hook you from the beginning. This was a lovely book with a great storyline and loveable characters except the sketchy ex-boyfriend. Junior and Dixie are an adorable couple that have some troubles to work through but the happy ending arrives. . I would definitely recommend this book and the whole series.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
February 19, 2023
Dixie was definitely trying to help her family and get a solution for her situation but she didn't know how to go about it. The struggles of her and Junior seemed so real. I liked how they fought through the struggle and managed to get it all sorted out and happy in the end. This was a great story with a lot of depth to the characters.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
February 8, 2023
Junior is a saint for helping out Dixie even though he knows she’s not being truthful. I wasn’t sure I liked Dixie at first because of her conniving but once I understood her rationale her character improved and I really liked both the main characters and their romance.
I received an ARC of this book from Booksprout but voluntarily leave this review.
I received an ARC of this book from Booksprout but voluntarily leave this review.
February 10, 2023
Trysting Her Hero
A wonderful addition to the Billionaire Ranchers Second Generation series. Dixie is needing to find a husband for more than one reason but she has suffered through a bad breakup recently. Junior is suffering through losing the woman he loved to his brother. Will a marriage of convenience work for these two even with the complications it brings?
A wonderful addition to the Billionaire Ranchers Second Generation series. Dixie is needing to find a husband for more than one reason but she has suffered through a bad breakup recently. Junior is suffering through losing the woman he loved to his brother. Will a marriage of convenience work for these two even with the complications it brings?
February 13, 2023
Well, earnestly I am not quite sure what to say about this story. It felt like it was on a repeat loupe over and over again. As such it is not badly written, just drawn out endlessly. So I can not be honest with my review if I do not stick to my guns, so I can not give it more than fine three stars.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
February 14, 2023
Trusting Her Hero is a clean, heartwarming, friends to lovers, arranged marriage romance. I wish Dixie had told Junior about the baby before she married him, but I love their story. There were a lot of hurdles in their path to an HEA. This book held my interest from the beginning. I read it in one day.
February 14, 2023
I really felt for her with all the stress she was under. Some out there by herself, some by her mom and others just naturally. I didn’t like how she handled things but loved how he did. A different take on marriage and family but can it work out?.
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I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
February 15, 2023
A heartwarming romance of friends to lovers story that you'll fall in love with. You will love that characters as they will feel like close friends and family. The story is well-written, flows smoothly from page to page, and keeps you wanting more.
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I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
February 21, 2023
This has been a fun series. Dixie has been involved with the Shipley family for years, unfortunately with the wrong twin. Junior is the type of man we would all love to find. As with all of April Murdock’s books we were treated to romance, humor, family issues and a few surprises. I look forward to her next book.
February 7, 2023
This is a great cowboy/friends-to-lovers romance.. I enjoyed it.. It is emotional and heart-hugging, with a really lovely story.. Love these characters!.
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I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
February 8, 2023
A quick read. An unconventional romance. The main characters caught me up in their lives and I had to keep reading to get them to their happily ever after. Thanks to Booksprout for providing a copy. My review is voluntary.
February 8, 2023
Really Great Series
I loved Junior and Dixie's story. I'd been waiting for their story and it didn't disappoint. Lot's of complications and strife to overcome to get their HEA. These two make such a good couple. A really great read.
I loved Junior and Dixie's story. I'd been waiting for their story and it didn't disappoint. Lot's of complications and strife to overcome to get their HEA. These two make such a good couple. A really great read.
February 10, 2023
This book is a great read! Junior and Dixie's story is full of emotions and will keep you turning the pages. It's a beautifully written romance about learning to trust again.
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I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
March 3, 2023
Dixie is in some serious trouble. The only way she sees to make it right is to get married. Junior volunteers because it will benefit him also. Very heartfelt and realistic.
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I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
March 27, 2023
A really good romance by author April Murdock.
Wonderful characters that I loved reading about.
I would highly recommend reading...
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Wonderful characters that I loved reading about.
I would highly recommend reading...
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
April 15, 2024
Such a beautiful love story of someone willing to sacrifice for another and them becoming the couple they would have always wanted to be. I loved Junior's willingness to make things right and enjoyed Dixie learning to love and trust him.
June 4, 2023
Trusting Her Hero
I don’t like stories based on lies and deceit. I thought the story was very depressing. I had a hard time finishing the book.
I don’t like stories based on lies and deceit. I thought the story was very depressing. I had a hard time finishing the book.
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