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The Bachelor Cowboy

The Bachelor Cowboy, February 2021
The Wyoming Cowboys Series #6
by Jessica Clare

Berkley
304 pages
ISBN: 0593102029
EAN: 9780593102022
Kindle: B087P4MM92
Mass Market Paperback / e-Book
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"An unlikely couple but an extraordinary romance!"

Fresh Fiction Review

The Bachelor Cowboy
Jessica Clare

Reviewed by Miranda Owen
Posted March 21, 2021

Romance Western | Fiction

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.

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SUMMARY

A rugged bachelor is up for charity auction in this special Valentine's Day romance from New York Times bestselling author Jessica Clare.

Jack Watson doesn't want anything to do with the dating scene in Painted Barrel, Wyoming, but when his sister-in-law guilts him into joining a bachelor auction, Jack can't say no to a charity event. He's not totally heartless. And if all the winner wants is an extra ranch hand for a few days, he can do that. Of course, Jack changes his mind as soon as he meets the winner, shy Layla. 

As the local accountant, Layla isn't used to being noticed by men. She's sure not the type to bid on a bachelor. But when she tells her mom she’s bidding on someone she has a crush on—and her mom shows up to check—she has no choice but to offer for the gruff cowboy. It's for a good cause after all… 

Neither one of them thought the auction would be a success. But Layla finds it hard to keep her hands off the cowboy, and Jack falls for her sweet smile and wild sense of humor. True love should run smoothly, right? Except Layla's got a secret, and Jack's right in the line of fire. Does she risk everything for her Valentine cowboy or does she betray those closest to her?


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