THE BACHELOR COWBOY is the sixth book in Jessica Clare’s “Wyoming Cowboys” series. In this story, an accountant wins a cowboy at a bachelor auction and isn’t quite sure what to do with him. The heroes in this series are unique in many ways yet equally amazeballs. In THE BACHELOR COWBOY, Jack Watson is charming and fun. Women love him, but he sometimes wishes that people would take him a little more seriously. When he meets Layla, she is the cute girl of his dreams, and doesn’t think he’s just a loveable goofball. The villain in this story is Layla’s mother – even though she doesn’t think of herself as such.

Jack and Layla might never have gotten together if not for the auction benefitting the local animal shelter. Layla is an accountant with a small circle of friends, and cautious when it comes to romance. Jack is attractive and very disarming. Layla bids on him because he comes with a dog looking for a home, and she’s egged on by her obnoxious mother. Although Layla’s mother is a background irritant who occasionally pops in, and there is heavy foreshadowing that there will be a mother-daughter showdown at some point in the future, the focus in this book is on the romance. Layla and Jack have great chemistry and balance each other out. Their chemistry is reflected in their snappy banter as they flirt and bargain for dates on their terms. I love how these two characters support each other like nobody else has, and the adorable way they fall for each other. Jack ardently pursues Layla without coming across as aggressive or annoying. Likewise, Layla is shy and insecure at times but also has a sharp wit that Jack loves. The relationship evolves very organically as the novel progresses. Oscar the rescue dog and a senior that Layla becomes fond of are great supporting characters and help spur the action along.

THE BACHELOR COWBOY has an unlikely couple but an extraordinary romance. As always, Jessica Clare strikes the perfect balance between tender moments and yowza steamy scenarios. The characters in THE BACHELOR COWBOY are multifaceted and compelling. Once again, the small town of Painted Barrel, Wyoming is like another supporting character. Jessica Clare shows the good and the bad about living in a small town. I love the sweet relationship that happens between Oscar and Layla’s cat Sterling. I look forward to Jessica Clare’s next romance.