The goal is simple - win land on Rancho Diablo. So Falcon Callahan proposes to Taylor Waters. Taylor's too smart to fall for a proposed marriage missing an important crucial and vital component - love. Realistically there was no way for there to be a valid declaration of love, they barely knew each other. It was the furthest from a romantic moment you can imagine but luckily Taylor was levelheaded and candidly found the humor in Falcon's bumbling attempt to procure a bride and possibly a baby.

The Callahan siblings have had a rather bizarre childhood as have their cousins, each family abruptly impacted by the departure of their sets of parents for places unknown. It was left to the Aunt Fiona and grandfather Running Bear to care for these children.

Now having served their turn in the military they've returned home only to find themselves challenged for their portion of their birthright. But that's the beauty of this unique family created by Tina Leonard; instead of reacting poorly they have for the most part joined ranks and deal with their meddling aunt with humor and respect.

So although Falcon is not anyone's ideal choice for a husband there is much to be admired and liked about him. And with time there's no denying the mutual attraction developing. There was no way Taylor could keep a distance from the man who had a reputation as a wild man who was devoted to his family.

Even though Taylor is repeatedly warned off from having an form of relationship with Falcon it is their destiny - this land and the rich heritage but it brings with it danger in the form of an outlaw cousin who will do anything to be in control of the land. One of Falcon's problems is the knowledge he might very well put Taylor in harm's way. But at the same time he can't envision his life without her.

Taylor and Falcon will have to face down dangerous challenges to their future, hopefully as a strong team. Here's hoping they're right.

HIS CALLAHAN BRIDE'S BABY is a perfect example of Tina Leonard at her best. Strong characters and wonderfully enjoyable dialog make this a play in a book. Although there is an element of danger lurking there's no denying that my favorite part is the humor and love in so many different forms.