Diamond in the Rough
by Lori L. Robinett
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GENRE: Contemporary Romance
(Western)
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DIAMOND IN THE ROUGH Blurb:
Ranch
hand Aidan Brackston has built a new life at the Diamond J, and he keeps women
at arm’s length to protect his secret . . . until he walks into the local
scrapbook store on an errand for his boss. When he accidentally knocks Gina on
her ass, she respond with a slap . . . and the fireworks begin.
Single mom Gina Montgomery has her hands full running a business and taking care of her little boy. The last thing she needs is a man in her life, but when a tall, dark and sexy cowboy strides into her store, she’s reminded that she’s still a young woman with hopes and desires.
Just as passion ignites between Aidan and Gina, her little boy is kidnapped by rustlers. Will the two of them be able to save her little boy . . . even if that means exposing Aidan’s secret?
Single mom Gina Montgomery has her hands full running a business and taking care of her little boy. The last thing she needs is a man in her life, but when a tall, dark and sexy cowboy strides into her store, she’s reminded that she’s still a young woman with hopes and desires.
Just as passion ignites between Aidan and Gina, her little boy is kidnapped by rustlers. Will the two of them be able to save her little boy . . . even if that means exposing Aidan’s secret?
DIAMOND IN THE ROUGH Excerpt:
She gave herself a shake. Ridiculous. That’s what this whole
thing was. How could she even think about being attracted to a man, much less
some minimum-wage making cowboy? If she ever did allow herself to fall for a
man, he would have to be perfect. A solid, respectable man with a good job, who
was kind and caring and thoughtful. Preferably good looking.
Granted, this guy met the height and weight requirements.
But he looked dark and dangerous, which she didn’t need in
her life.
She took a deep breath, gathered her thoughts and pointed to
the display. “Here are some blank cards, or you could do something on 8 ½ by 11
paper. Do you prefer cards or flyers?”
He shrugged. She let her eyes wander up and down him one
more time. Waves of dark hair peeked out from under his black Stetson, probably
permanently curled around his hat. Yes, he definitely had the physical
attributes her dream man would have, even the blue eyes, but cowboy didn’t fit
into her equation anywhere.
She pulled a plastic bag from a hook and held it up. “A card
would be my suggestion.”
He took the package of blank cards from her, and his
fingertips brushed hers. His hands were rough and calloused, a working man’s
hands, yet his touch was gentle. The cowboy turned the package over and looked
at it from every direction, doubt clouding his tanned features. His hat dipped
slightly on his forehead as his dark eyebrows pinched together in a frown. He
glanced at her and asked, “What do I do with them?”
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| Author Lori L. Robinett |
Lori is the
author of four books, and serves as a mentor for aspiring writers. She is a
creative soul trapped in a paralegal’s body. Several years ago, she discovered
(and won) National Novel Writing Month and rediscovered the joy of escaping
into a world of her own creation.
She lives in
rural Missouri with her husband. One very spoiled Miniature Schnauzer and
Miniature Beagle allow Lori and her husband to live in their house, and the
outside is patrolled by BK (short for Barn Kitty) and Patches (a sweet tom cat
stray that missed his calling as a lap cat).
Her novels
cover everything from romance to thrillers, but mystery is the thread that
binds them all together. Her favorite authors are Tawna Fenske, Tierney James,
Colleen Donnelly, Allison Merritt, Lisa Medley, Lea Waite, Susan Mallery, Hugh
Howey, HP Mallory and, well, the list goes on and on.
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