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Praise for the Romances of Catherine Anderson
Emotional and heartfelt, her stories make you believe in the power of love.Debbie Macomber
Anderson comes up with another winner by deftly blending sweetness and sensuality in a poignantly written story.
Booklist
Catherine Anderson has a gift for imbuing her characters with dignity, compassion, courage, and strength that inspire readers. Romantic Times
A major voice in the romance genre. Publishers Weekly
Early Dawn
Never stinting on the harsh reality inherent in the setting, the author tempers the roughness with a powerful love story and remarkable characters. She draws out every emotion and leaves readers with a true understanding of life and love. Romantic Times (4 Stars)
Comanche Heart
Riveting, passionate, and powerful ... everything a romance should be.Amanda Quick
Highly sensual and very compelling ... a truly spectacular read.Linda Lael Miller
I thoroughly enjoyed [Comanche Heart].
Karen Robards
Star Bright
When opening an Anderson novel, readers encounter great characterization as well as complex emotional issues. Poignant and funny, yet laced with danger, this is a truly enchanting read.Romantic Times (4 Stars)
Morning Light
This is a story not to be missed. Morning Light delivers on all levels, and is a fantastic read that will touch readers at the very core of their being.
The Romance Readers Connection
Sun Kissed
This smart, wholesome tale should appeal to any fan of traditional romance. Publishers Weekly
Another heartwarming chapter in the Coulter family saga is on tap in the always wonderful Andersons newest release.... Anderson is at her best when it comes to telling stories that are deeply emotional and heartfelt.
Romantic Times (4 Stars)
Summer Breeze
Anderson understands the inner workings of the human soul so deeply that shes able to put intense emotion within a stunning romance in such a way that youll believe in miracles. Add to this her beautiful writing style, memorable characters, and a timeless story, and you have an unmatched reading adventure.Romantic Times (4 Stars)
The kind of book that will snare you so completely, youll not want to put it down. It engages the intellect and emotions ; itll make you care. It will also make you smile ... a lot. And thats a guarantee.Romance Reviews Today
My Sunshine
With the authors signature nurturing warmth and emotional depth, this beautifully written romance is a richly rewarding experience for any reader.Booklist
Blue Skies
Readers may need to wipe away tears ... since few will be able to resist the power of this beautifully emotional, wonderfully romantic love story.Booklist
A keeper and a very strong contender for best contemporary romance of the year.Romance Reviews Today
Bright Eyes
Offbeat family members and genuine familial love give a special lift to this marvelous story. An Anderson book is a guaranteed great read!
Romantic Times (4 Stars, Top Pick)
Only by Your Touch
Ben Longtree is a marvelous hero whose extraordinary gifts bring a unique and special magic to this warmhearted novel. No one can tug your heartstrings better than Catherine Anderson.Romantic Times (4 Stars, Top Pick)
Always in My Heart
Emotionally involving, family centered, and relationship oriented, this story is a rewarding read.Library Journal
[A] superbly written contemporary romance, which features just the kind of emotionally nourishing, comfortably compassionate type of love story this author is known for creating.Booklist
Sweet Nothings
Pure reading magic.Booklist
Phantom Waltz
Anderson departs from traditional romantic stereotypes in this poignant contemporary tale of a love that transcends all boundaries ... romantic through and through.
Publishers Weekly
OTHER NOVELS BY CATHERINE ANDERSON
The Comanche Series
Comanche Moon
Comanche Heart
Indigo Blue
Harrigan Family Novels
Morning Light
Star Bright
Here to Stay
Coulter Family Contemporary Novels
Phantom Waltz
Sweet Nothings
Blue Skies
Bright Eyes
My Sunshine
Sun Kissed
Coulter Family Historical Novels
Summer Breeze
Early Dawn
Other Signet Books
Always in My Heart
Only by Your Touch
Sun Kissed Bonus Book
To my husband, Sid, who has always been my rock; and to our wonderful sons, Sidney and John; my daughter-in-law, Mary; and my three grandsons, Joshua, Liam, and Jonas, who always make me smile. I also want to thank Kate Allen, who works so hard to keep my writing day uninterrupted so I can be productive, and my assistant, Julia Stapp, for her unflagging enthusiasm and encouragement.
Acknowledgments
Over the course of this book, I had to pick the brains of different individuals to get my facts straight. I greatly appreciated the knowledge that my son John, my husband, Sid, and Ashley Buck shared with me about horses. Special thanks are also due to Mona Ramoni and her beautiful mini guide horse, Cali, for all the inside information about these fabulous little equines who make such a difference in the lives of the sight impaired; Ann Edie, who helped me temper my passion for the guide horse movement with facts so I could present both sides of the issues; Dolores Arste, who shared information about the guide horse training process; and Renata Di Pietro, a trained guide dog handler who sent me so much information, about both guide dogs and horses. I also want to thank John Newman, who guided me through the legal issues involved when individuals are charged with a crime in Oregon, and also explained what kind of evidence is needed at an arraignment hearing to document the abuse or endangerment of animals.
Prologue
Music blared from the barroom stage where the Bushwhackers, Crystal Falls top country-western band, pounded out rhythms that kept the dance floor packed. The lead singer, a tall dude in Wranglers, a spangled Western shirt, shiny cowboy boots that had never met up with cow shit, and a Stetson studded around the crown with silver conchos, offered a fervent rendition of John Michael Montgomerys dated hit Be My Baby Tonight. The fast beat throbbed in the air, inspiring couples to pick up the pace as they executed the intricate heel-and-toe steps of a country line dance on the well-waxed plank floor surrounded by small tables.
Zach Harrigan lounged in a far corner of the room, his chair tipped precariously onto its rear legs and his arms folded loosely over his chest as he studied babes with the ease of long practice. Bronco Barts was his favorite hunting ground, a popular watering hole that normally attracted a lot of gorgeous women. Problem was, tonight they all looked the sametall, slender bleached blondes in skintight jeans and figure-hugging knit tops that left little to the imagination. As he took measure of their cookie-cutter bodies, Zack wondered whether a terrorist had spiked the Oregon water reservoirs with a virus that made women want big boobs. A large percentage of the females within his line of sight looked as if theyd gone under the knife. Hell, a lot of the women hed slept with over the past six monthsand that was no small numberhad paid thousands for breast augmentation. Some had even suffered nerve damage during surgery. What man in his right mind wanted to suckle a numb tit? In Zachs opinion, a guy could have almost as much fun nibbling on an overfilled water balloon.
