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Country Hood Love Stories #1
8 Seconds to Love
Having her own successful baking business literally fell into Harper Richardson’s lap. She’s strong, smart, independent, and well-rounded. Her life has already been figured out, and she is living it to the best of her abilities, along with her year-long boyfriend, Zaire. Things seem to be going well until Harper is given some news that stuns her, leaving her angry with herself for being so naïve. Zaire isn’t the man she thought he was. Still reeling from that news, she decides to go and have a great time at the Houston Livestock Show. Her interest was only in the concerts happening, but a certain bull rider steals her attention. Doing her best to resist him only makes her want him more.
Legend Semien, bull rider extraordinaire and a legend in the making, has made his passion a professional career. He loves the risk and suspense of it all. Being in the limelight of the rodeo circuit causes him to be cocky, and he expects to be able to get whatever he wants. That expectation applies to women too. His conquests always approach him, and he is living the life he thinks is meant for him to live. The moment he sees Harper, he knows that he wants her. There’s something different about her though. She doesn’t approach him. Destined to make her his, he steps out of his comfort zone in a quest to get what he wants.
While Harper and Legend are like night and day, they are attracted to each other like magnets. Despite the baggage and complications of their past lives, they attempt to get to know one another. Will they be able to leave their old lives behind in pursuit of a life together?
Legend Semien, bull rider extraordinaire and a legend in the making, has made his passion a professional career. He loves the risk and suspense of it all. Being in the limelight of the rodeo circuit causes him to be cocky, and he expects to be able to get whatever he wants. That expectation applies to women too. His conquests always approach him, and he is living the life he thinks is meant for him to live. The moment he sees Harper, he knows that he wants her. There’s something different about her though. She doesn’t approach him. Destined to make her his, he steps out of his comfort zone in a quest to get what he wants.
While Harper and Legend are like night and day, they are attracted to each other like magnets. Despite the baggage and complications of their past lives, they attempt to get to know one another. Will they be able to leave their old lives behind in pursuit of a life together?
262 pages, Kindle Edition
First published January 18, 2019
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About the author
Monica Walters
133 books939 followersStarting with poetry, writing has always been a constant in Monica's life. The interest began in her teenage years, being in love for the first time. Her love for writing has only progressed. Song lyrics and poetry led to short stories, then one day in her down time, a short story became a 56k word novel. It has been non-stop since then. Being a wife and mother, has only added to the joys of Monica's life. Attaining a BS in Sociology, helping her better understand people and their behaviors, has only helped her become a better writer, understanding characters and their complex personalities. Romance of all types has been her passion, and she plans to continue honing her skills in that genre.
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April 25, 2024
Let me tell my husband that we are you going to the rodeo!!!! I’m so happy for Harper and Legend!! Also, Harper is a baker and so am I 🙃!
February 3, 2019
Legend
This book is so important. We tend to forget about this part of our lives. My Uncle was a cowboy. Legend reminded me of my childhood. I love how Harper and. Legend told there story to love. Red and Shana need a book too. I hope this will be e series. Great job Monica.
This book is so important. We tend to forget about this part of our lives. My Uncle was a cowboy. Legend reminded me of my childhood. I love how Harper and. Legend told there story to love. Red and Shana need a book too. I hope this will be e series. Great job Monica.
May 1, 2023
Monica does it againnnnn!! Legeeennnddd, aye man 👌🏾🙌🏾! The way he pursued, and when he succeeded, loved Harper was beautiful. He was definitely patient with her! Harper just exude beauty & everything it entails through the book, I really loved her character. Monica has to be in my top 5 favorite authors, she never misses!!! Standing ovation for this one 👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾!!!
February 9, 2019
I really like this book
This was an interesting story for me because I never really read anything about the rodeo so I like that part of the book very much. I must admit though that Harper's character was so slow to me. Legend he was persistent and great guy. I really enjoyed the 📖
This was an interesting story for me because I never really read anything about the rodeo so I like that part of the book very much. I must admit though that Harper's character was so slow to me. Legend he was persistent and great guy. I really enjoyed the 📖
January 25, 2019
LEGEND TO THE FRONT,PLEASE
Legend. You were everything and then some more. Monica once again you have done your thing. I was lost in every part of this. I had to pace myself because I didn’t want it to end! Let’s just say in my mind Legend is mine, mine, mine. This was great. 👏🏽👏🏽
Legend. You were everything and then some more. Monica once again you have done your thing. I was lost in every part of this. I had to pace myself because I didn’t want it to end! Let’s just say in my mind Legend is mine, mine, mine. This was great. 👏🏽👏🏽
April 26, 2023
I need a Legend!! I love a country 🥷!! Add BDE and I’m in love 😂. I know I’d like this book and sure I’ll like the rest of the series !
November 2, 2024
I wanted to love this book because I heard such great things about it! But I didn’t love it like that! Harper was on my nerves the entire book, like you really had a PI on the boyfriend and you knew he was cheating! Just move on! And Legend, although he applied pressure he was doing a lot too soon for me! I just didn’t feel them connect like that! The book got better but I hated the way Harper dealt with the ex boyfriend! Especially, when she had one who was showing her how she should’ve been treated!
January 22, 2019
A Legend In The Making
This book had me hooked from the beginning. I was so excited and on the edge of my seat the whole time reading. Legend is bae! Harper better be glad I wasn't in the book or I would've snatched him from her. Legend got me wanting to have "legendary babies." His character was the definition of all man. That's a bull i wouldn't mind riding. I absolutely loved Legend's parents; especially his mom. She was so OG and down to earth lol. Red was a loyal friend. I'm glad he and Shana got it together. At first, I wanted to slap Harper's mom, but after finding out what happened in her life, I was Empathetic. Shana is my chick. She was ride or die for real. Journey and Neffie could've gotten these hands for The Trinity. I don't want to even acknowledge Zaire's trifling behind because I'll be cursing throughout the rest of this review. Although she was who Legend chose (side eye) I loved Harper's character. They reminded me of when bougie met country lol. This book is worth the read. It has me ready to try new things, so you know it's good.
This book had me hooked from the beginning. I was so excited and on the edge of my seat the whole time reading. Legend is bae! Harper better be glad I wasn't in the book or I would've snatched him from her. Legend got me wanting to have "legendary babies." His character was the definition of all man. That's a bull i wouldn't mind riding. I absolutely loved Legend's parents; especially his mom. She was so OG and down to earth lol. Red was a loyal friend. I'm glad he and Shana got it together. At first, I wanted to slap Harper's mom, but after finding out what happened in her life, I was Empathetic. Shana is my chick. She was ride or die for real. Journey and Neffie could've gotten these hands for The Trinity. I don't want to even acknowledge Zaire's trifling behind because I'll be cursing throughout the rest of this review. Although she was who Legend chose (side eye) I loved Harper's character. They reminded me of when bougie met country lol. This book is worth the read. It has me ready to try new things, so you know it's good.
January 21, 2019
Riding for Love!!!
First of all let me just say that I'm searching for rodeos near me rightttt now because I need a bull rider in my life! I loved every single thing about 8 seconds to love!! I was in such a comfort zone while reading that I hated when it ended. I was so in love with the spiritual side of Legend and Red. All the laughter, love and bomb sex scenes had me reading non stop! I was so happy for Harper and Legend that I felt like I was right there, lol. This was such a n amazing 5 star read!!!
First of all let me just say that I'm searching for rodeos near me rightttt now because I need a bull rider in my life! I loved every single thing about 8 seconds to love!! I was in such a comfort zone while reading that I hated when it ended. I was so in love with the spiritual side of Legend and Red. All the laughter, love and bomb sex scenes had me reading non stop! I was so happy for Harper and Legend that I felt like I was right there, lol. This was such a n amazing 5 star read!!!
January 21, 2019
Review!!
The living legend this is my first read about a bull rider. What would of happen if Harper had of never took that trip with Shana she would of never met the living legend. Zaire was someone to think because he had money he could do what he wanted . Legend mama was a trip. Legend was determined to show Harper that he wasn't what she was used to and he did just that. I'm glad that Red and Shana got it together as well. Looking forward to reading what's next from you . Keep up the great work.
The living legend this is my first read about a bull rider. What would of happen if Harper had of never took that trip with Shana she would of never met the living legend. Zaire was someone to think because he had money he could do what he wanted . Legend mama was a trip. Legend was determined to show Harper that he wasn't what she was used to and he did just that. I'm glad that Red and Shana got it together as well. Looking forward to reading what's next from you . Keep up the great work.
January 22, 2019
I need to attend a Black rodeo ASAP!!
This make me wanna experience a Black rodeo!! I live in TX and have never been to one!! I loved everything about this story. First of all, Zaire is a complete momma's boy and b***h for doing Harper like that but what took the cake was him smashing her sister!! I loved Legend's relationship with his parents, especially him and his mother!! I'm happy he didnt give up on Harper. They were perfect together!! I loved this story. I feel like it ended perfectly without a need for more!!
This make me wanna experience a Black rodeo!! I live in TX and have never been to one!! I loved everything about this story. First of all, Zaire is a complete momma's boy and b***h for doing Harper like that but what took the cake was him smashing her sister!! I loved Legend's relationship with his parents, especially him and his mother!! I'm happy he didnt give up on Harper. They were perfect together!! I loved this story. I feel like it ended perfectly without a need for more!!
January 20, 2019
Great read!
I loved this book from beginning to end! I enjoyed reading about a topic that I was unfamiliar with. Legend was a lost man until he ran across Harper. He didn’t know what he was missing until she came along. Harper wanted what Legend had to offer, but was truly ready for it. Watching them grow and mature was great. This book showed that you can’t run from a love that was meant for you. I would love to read more about Shana.
I loved this book from beginning to end! I enjoyed reading about a topic that I was unfamiliar with. Legend was a lost man until he ran across Harper. He didn’t know what he was missing until she came along. Harper wanted what Legend had to offer, but was truly ready for it. Watching them grow and mature was great. This book showed that you can’t run from a love that was meant for you. I would love to read more about Shana.
January 22, 2019
No Words
I enjoyed this book so much! The main characters were were very different from I usually read. This is my first time reading a story with a main character as a professional bull rider. I was engaged enough in this book that I actually looked up the competitions on YouTube to have a clear picture in my head as I was reading. The characters were captivating and the plot was one of love and second chances. Loved it! I will be reading more by this author soon
I enjoyed this book so much! The main characters were were very different from I usually read. This is my first time reading a story with a main character as a professional bull rider. I was engaged enough in this book that I actually looked up the competitions on YouTube to have a clear picture in my head as I was reading. The characters were captivating and the plot was one of love and second chances. Loved it! I will be reading more by this author soon
January 26, 2019
Legend and Harper!!!
My uncle trained horses and rode them in races, still does..this story felt somewhat familiar as I’ve been around horses in my younger years although I didn’t ride them a lot, much respect for them though!!! I loved and appreciated Legend. He was a mans man. Poor Harper fell in like with an a whole...then her sister as dumb as hell. Overall I liked the book and the difference in storyline.
My uncle trained horses and rode them in races, still does..this story felt somewhat familiar as I’ve been around horses in my younger years although I didn’t ride them a lot, much respect for them though!!! I loved and appreciated Legend. He was a mans man. Poor Harper fell in like with an a whole...then her sister as dumb as hell. Overall I liked the book and the difference in storyline.
March 1, 2023
Such a fun story!!!
I was in need of a story that was country and kinda hood and Monica delivered!!! Legend is a swoon worthy main character that was heroic, loving and under went a sweet transformation to be the man in Harper’s life! We live too see it!! Harper was no wilting flower but acknowledging her need for help and allowing Legend to be there for her was my favorite part!!!
I was in need of a story that was country and kinda hood and Monica delivered!!! Legend is a swoon worthy main character that was heroic, loving and under went a sweet transformation to be the man in Harper’s life! We live too see it!! Harper was no wilting flower but acknowledging her need for help and allowing Legend to be there for her was my favorite part!!!
January 21, 2019
My heart...
I’m a sap! Like a big ol sap! I live for love! That soul stirring, passionate love. MO! You did that baby! I love love love this story! Legend done snatched my heart right from my chest! And don’t get me started on the scriptures! This one right here....my heart needed! 🙌🏾“Though I walk in the midst of trouble, you preserve my life....”
I’m a sap! Like a big ol sap! I live for love! That soul stirring, passionate love. MO! You did that baby! I love love love this story! Legend done snatched my heart right from my chest! And don’t get me started on the scriptures! This one right here....my heart needed! 🙌🏾“Though I walk in the midst of trouble, you preserve my life....”
January 22, 2019
Breath of fresh air
I absolutely enjoyed every minute of this book. Legend was a breath of fresh air and I loved that he was a bull rider. Reading this book was like watching a urban romantic drama that turned out to be a surprising great movie. The ending made me smile! Great job!
I absolutely enjoyed every minute of this book. Legend was a breath of fresh air and I loved that he was a bull rider. Reading this book was like watching a urban romantic drama that turned out to be a surprising great movie. The ending made me smile! Great job!
January 22, 2019
Very Good
Harper and Legend. What can I say. I need me a Legend. He really wanted Harper. I am glad she finally wised up about her so called boyfriend Zaire. He was not the man for her. Legend showed her how a woman supposed to be treated. I love them together. Can't wait to read your next book.
Harper and Legend. What can I say. I need me a Legend. He really wanted Harper. I am glad she finally wised up about her so called boyfriend Zaire. He was not the man for her. Legend showed her how a woman supposed to be treated. I love them together. Can't wait to read your next book.
January 26, 2019
More than a 5 ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ read!
I absolutely LOVED this story from start to finish. I had no idea what to expect so I was very surprised. The story had my emotions all over the place, you did an amazing job!! It was a typical love story, in my opinion. I’ll definitely be reading more of this authors work ❤️❤️
I absolutely LOVED this story from start to finish. I had no idea what to expect so I was very surprised. The story had my emotions all over the place, you did an amazing job!! It was a typical love story, in my opinion. I’ll definitely be reading more of this authors work ❤️❤️
January 29, 2019
Very good!
I’m a sucka for a great love story and this one was just that! I have this book 5 stars because once I started reading I could not put it down! I loved the entire storyline! This was my first read by this author and I must say she had really gained a new fan! I will be reading more of her work!
I’m a sucka for a great love story and this one was just that! I have this book 5 stars because once I started reading I could not put it down! I loved the entire storyline! This was my first read by this author and I must say she had really gained a new fan! I will be reading more of her work!
January 30, 2019
Hotness on steroids 😁💯
Ms. Walters has new new Superman this story had me from the first chapter to the last. She wrote a story that was full of passion and interest that had me devouring page after page cheering for the couple to find the love they deserved. Legend is book Bae worthy and Harper is the lady we all strive to be.
Ms. Walters has new new Superman this story had me from the first chapter to the last. She wrote a story that was full of passion and interest that had me devouring page after page cheering for the couple to find the love they deserved. Legend is book Bae worthy and Harper is the lady we all strive to be.
February 3, 2019
New fan 🚨!!!!!
This book was absolutely amazing!!! This was by far the best standalone that I’ve read in a while.. This author did an amazing job with keeping a steady flow and keeping my attention through and through!! Man I hate it’s over and could read more from these characters. This my first read from this author but it definitely won’t be my last!!!
This book was absolutely amazing!!! This was by far the best standalone that I’ve read in a while.. This author did an amazing job with keeping a steady flow and keeping my attention through and through!! Man I hate it’s over and could read more from these characters. This my first read from this author but it definitely won’t be my last!!!
February 14, 2019
Who knew I would be into bull riders?
This book was so good that it had me into bull riding! Monica did an amazing job weaving a story of how purpose is so much better when you have the right person by your side as you fulfill it. Harper was a gifted baker. Legend was a skilled bull rider. They didn’t make each other’s skills better. They made each other better.
This book was so good that it had me into bull riding! Monica did an amazing job weaving a story of how purpose is so much better when you have the right person by your side as you fulfill it. Harper was a gifted baker. Legend was a skilled bull rider. They didn’t make each other’s skills better. They made each other better.
January 20, 2019
Nice!
I enjoyed this read. I don’t know much about rodeos but the way they were described here peak my interest. Legend was exactly what Harper needed. Zaire was a real punk for the stunts he pulled. Journey needs to be disowned! I’m hoping Red and Shanna will end up together!
I enjoyed this read. I don’t know much about rodeos but the way they were described here peak my interest. Legend was exactly what Harper needed. Zaire was a real punk for the stunts he pulled. Journey needs to be disowned! I’m hoping Red and Shanna will end up together!
January 20, 2019
It Was Everything!
Per usual lol! Legeeeeeend, loved his character!! This story was a different read for me. I know nothing bout bull riding but this story had me hooked! Not to mention it had so much passion written into it! Ya did good kid!
Per usual lol! Legeeeeeend, loved his character!! This story was a different read for me. I know nothing bout bull riding but this story had me hooked! Not to mention it had so much passion written into it! Ya did good kid!
January 20, 2019
Can I get me a Legend😍
Loved the story line. Loved the characters. Enjoyed the supporting characters, especially Legends mom. This book was just awesome. Job well done. Until next time❤
Loved the story line. Loved the characters. Enjoyed the supporting characters, especially Legends mom. This book was just awesome. Job well done. Until next time❤
January 21, 2019
Love Love Loved it ❤❤
Such a different subject..Bull riding..I didn't think I could get w this but boy was I wrong..This book was so spicy and erotic..Glad I took this RIDE lol w M.Walters...Great job⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Such a different subject..Bull riding..I didn't think I could get w this but boy was I wrong..This book was so spicy and erotic..Glad I took this RIDE lol w M.Walters...Great job⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
January 25, 2019
Yasssss
This book gave me life a black cowboy yasss !! I'm so glad Legend showed Harper real love after that Jerk she was with !!!Nooow I pray your working on Red and Shana story!!
This book gave me life a black cowboy yasss !! I'm so glad Legend showed Harper real love after that Jerk she was with !!!Nooow I pray your working on Red and Shana story!!
September 6, 2019
Great Read
8 more seconds is what I needed in this story. A nice story with a lot of special moments in the story. Who would have thought a romance novel about a Rodeo would be this amazing!
8 more seconds is what I needed in this story. A nice story with a lot of special moments in the story. Who would have thought a romance novel about a Rodeo would be this amazing!
January 26, 2019
Sign me up for the next rodeo!!!
Omg I loved this book!!! Harper and Legend were so cute together and they made me fall in love with both of them. Monica you did an amazing job I can't wait to read more from you!!
Omg I loved this book!!! Harper and Legend were so cute together and they made me fall in love with both of them. Monica you did an amazing job I can't wait to read more from you!!
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