A Texan's Promise by Shelley Gray: A Story With Cowboys and Romance!

A Texan's Promise (Heart of a Hero, Bk 1)
by Shelley Gray
Copyright 2011
Abingdon Press
ISBN : 9781426714597
I'll be the first to admit that I'm not the world's biggest Amish fiction fan but I thoroughly enjoy each of Shelley Gray's Plain stories. When I learned that she was writing and historical western series I knew I had to read it. The first book, A Texan's Promise did not disappoint. Ms. Gray's stories are traditional but in the best sense. In A Texan's Promise she takes the damsel in distress plot and adds a bit of faith and hope in the mix and the result is a finely told love story for any reader's keeper shelf.

From the very first page I can almost guarantee you will be hooked. The chemistry between Vanessa and Clayton is terrific. In spite of the unthinkable circumstance that led them away from the Circle Z Ranch I loved the way that their romance developed--slowly and tenderly. I was slightly frustrated by Clay's actions midway through the book but what is a romance without a man getting some fool notion in his head now and then?

If you're a fan of Shelley Gray's smooth style of storytelling and characters you can connect with you won't be disappointed. A Texan's Promise is a journey across the West that will capture your heart and quench your thirst for danger. I enjoyed this book and look forward to A Texan's Honor releasing soon!


About the book:
When Clayton Proffitt, foreman of the Circle Z Ranch in Texas, discovers Vanessa Grant is the victim of her stepfather’s advances, Clayton knows he must protect her honor and move her far away from the ranch—and from the man she fears.

As they make their way West, an unexpected, deep bond develops between Vanessa and Clayton—far more powerful than a mere friendship or his sense of duty to her. But Vanessa’s stepfather won’t let her go so easily. As Clayton and Vanessa place their faith in God and their trust in each other, will they find healing and hope for the future together?

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* I received my complimentary copy from the publisher in exchange for posting my honest review.*

Comments

  1. Tales of WhimsyNovember 30, 2011 at 2:14 PM

    Sounds awesome and you had me at cowboy ;)

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  2. CarissaDecember 5, 2011 at 9:38 PM

    I loved this book.

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  3. UnknownDecember 8, 2011 at 11:57 PM

    I snatched this one up through NetGalley a few weeks ago, and it's got me curious. In all honesty, I haven't been a huge fan of her Amish stories, and I'm anxious to give her another chance with a different genre. We'll see!

    Great review, as always. I love the line about men getting "fool notions" into their heads...it's what they do best. :o)

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  4. Renee (BlacknGoldGirlsBookSpot)December 9, 2011 at 12:03 AM

    LOL Christy thanks for reading my review, guys are just so crazy sometimes aren't they? I hope you like this one--I know I did!

    XOXO~ Renee

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