Do you like historical romance set in the old West? If you do, you need to check out The Bounty Hunter’s Surrender by KyLee Woodley. Find out more below.
An expecting widow, a rugged bounty hunter, and a set of secrets that might shatter her fragile heart.
The death of Aubrey Willot’s wealthy but abusive husband left her with an unborn child, an empty chateau, and the last name of a criminal. When she learns he double-crossed a ruthless business associate, she’s forced to accept the protection of the handsome and daring bounty hunter tasked with finding her late husband’s fortune. Though Aubrey swore never to trust another man, she can’t help but be drawn to the bounty hunter’s rugged charm.
After a tragic mistake cost him everything, Nathan Reed spent years running from his past. Now, he needs funds to care for his orphaned niece, and quickly. The chance to retrieve a set of stolen documents offers an opportunity he can’t resist. He’ll find those papers and claim the reward, even if it means deceiving the alluring young widow.
As danger rises, Audrey’s strength, honesty, and compassion break down Nathan’s defenses, daring him to embrace a future he never imagined-a loving wife and a family of his own. But when his secrets are exposed, will his chance at redemption and Aubrey’s heart slip through his fingers?
KyLee Woodley is a cheery romantic who loves to write about bygone days and heartwarming romance with a pinch of adventure. She teaches preschool at a lab school in Texas, where she lives with her husband and their three teenage children. On weekends, KyLee cohosts and produces the Historical Bookworm Show, a steadily growing author interview podcast for history lovers and readers of historical fiction.
In her spare time, she cares for a rescue dog—Lucky Dog—a feisty feline named Hazel, and two adorable Boston Terrier puppies. She listens to Cricket Country and K-Love radio, reads classic books with her children, and watches Marvel movies with her husband, who might resemble Superman.
My Impressions:
KyLee Woodley transports her readers to the old West in her novel The Bounty Hunter’s Surrender. With a strong faith message with themes of forgiveness, reconciliation, and finding purpose, this historical romance has everything to keep you engaged from the beginning. Aubrey Willot is in need of a protector and finds one in Nathan Reed. As Aubrey struggles with trust and Nathan struggles with forgiving himself for choices made in the past, they are drawn to each other immediately. I liked these two main characters. They are flawed and struggle with overcoming past mistakes and failures, but they are determined to do what is right and just. I loved how they complimented each other in many ways. The setting is old California, specifically San Francisco. While the town prospers and leads the way, there are still swindlers and bank robbers and kidnappers galore — plenty of excitement! And you are going to love the twists and turns of this story as the two fight for freedom and independence. The faith message is very strong, and Aubrey and Nathan build and grow on their early foundations. While The Bounty Hunter’s Surrender can be read as a standalone novel, you may want to read book one in the Outlaw Hearts series, The Bandit’s Redemption. Characters from that book make an appearance in this one.
Recommended.
Audience: Adults.
(I received a complimentary copy of this book from the publisher. All opinions expressed are mine alone.)
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