Wednesday, October 10, 2012

Blog Tour - Made the Grade: The Trouble With Cowboys by Denise Hunter | Review & Giveaway

Today I'm turning my blog over to Denise Hunter, with a review of her debut novel "The Trouble With Cowboys," which is the 3rd book in her Big Sky Series!!

ALSO -- Be sure to sign up for this tour's GIVEAWAYs (listed below)!! [Blog Tour will run from September 25 - October 11, 2012 | Giveaway ends on October 11, 2012 | Denise's Facebook Author Chat Party is on October 11, 2012]



- This is an ARC book - Available Formats through Amazon.com: Paperback - Pages: 272; Kindle Edition - File Size: 783 KB | Expected Release Date: October 2012 | Publisher: Thomas Nelson | Obtained: LitFuse Publicity Group

"The Trouble With Cowboys" [Big Sky Series, Book 3] by Denise Hunter

My Book Summary : Annie grew up believing that cowboys never commit no matter what. Now, years later, she still believes that and she's trying everything to stick to her beliefs, even if that means staying away from Dylan, a charming and friendly flirt of a cowboy. However, when Dylan's horse, Braveheart, starts becoming blind Annie, who happens to be a talented horse trainer, is hard pressed to keep staying away from Dylan even if she feels bad for his horse, but it's hard to keep her promise to herself in the face of Braveheart's suffering. Therefore, when Annie finds out that the magazine column she writes is getting an overhaul and now she has to write a "lovelorn" column she decides to make a trade---she'll help out Braveheart if Dylan, Mr. Romance himself, will help her with her column. Yet will there time together prove to Annie her earlier beliefs about cowboys or will she be proven wrong and happen to fall for Dylan herself?

My Book Review : 3 out of 5 stars, this is a heartwarming novel about two people working through their pasts and hoping for better futures. Not what I originally expected when I picked this novel to read however, I loved the plot and the way everything flowed from beginning to end. Plus, Dylan seems like a cutie and kept me entertained.

Nevertheless, I wish I could have liked Annie more but she was so reserved in the beginning of the novel and seemed to push her views onto everyone. If she changed her views a bit sooner within the novel I think it might have turned out a bit better for me.

With that being said, I would still recommend this novel to fans of Denise Hunter and her Big Sky Series. Also to anyone who enjoys Christian romance novels.

Author's Novel Extras : Sneak Peek: "The Trouble with Cowboys"

Author's Series Extras : I can live without it, heaven knows I can write without it, but man, it's much more fun when inspiration comes to perch on my shoulder.

Book Teaser(s) :
"You're despicable."
"Am I?"
Her face grew warm. Just the image of him doing all those things to her...
She swallowed hard. "I was about to tell you I'd put in extra hours with Braveheart this week, but you're making me seriously reconsider that benevolent gesture."
"Except you'd never turn your back on a wounded creature just to spite his incorrigible owner."
"I'm sorely tempted." ~ within Chapter 12
He looked up from the letter, smiling. "Cute."
"So..." Annie's hands trembled in her lap, and she pressed them together. "What do you think she should do?"
"Remorseful in Moose Creek?"
She nodded.
He wanted to say all was forgiven, especially when she bit her lower lip. Her full lower lip, just the right shade of pink, and as ripe as a huckleberry in late August.
"They should probably kiss and make up," he said.
Annie snorted. But a smile lifted her lips. ~ within Chapter 20
For more information on this book, series, and/or any other books by Denise, then please check out her website.



About the Author :

Denise lives in Indiana with her husband Kevin and their three sons. In 1996, Denise began her first book, a Christian romance novel, writing while her children napped. Two years later it was published, and she's been writing ever since. Her books often contain a strong romantic element, and her husband Kevin says he provides all her romantic material, but Denise insists a good imagination helps too!



Giveaways!! :

To celebrate the release of "The Trouble With Cowboys" Denise is hosting a fun Author Chat Party on Facebook. She'll connect with readers and give away some amazing prizes - including a Kindle Fire!

One fortunate winner will receive :

  • A Kindle Fire
  • And more ....

Grab your copy of Denise Hunter’s latest book and join her for an Author Chat Party on October 11th at 8:00 pm EST (that’s 7:00 pm Central, 6:00 pm MST, & 5:00 pm PST)! Haven’t read "The Trouble With Cowboys" yet? That’s okay, don’t let that stop you from coming to the party! (You may win a copy!)

During the evening she’ll be sharing the story behind the book, posting discussion questions, testing your trivia skills, and of course, there will be plenty of chatting and fun giveaways – books, gift certificates and – a Kindle Fire! She’ll also be giving you a sneak peek of her next book too!

RSVP today and then come back on October 11th ... and bring your friends!

ALSO -- Be sure to check out LitFuse's other Blog Tour Stops for this novel!!



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