The Cowboy And The Cop. Christine Wenger

      

      THE BULL RIDER HEADS HOME

      Sergeant Amber Chapman didn’t come all the way to Oklahoma City for Luke Beaumont’s autograph. His family ranch, a major tourist attraction, is on the auction block. She’d drag the star bull rider back in handcuffs if it meant saving her hometown! But the biggest attraction is Luke himself...even if he’s always been out of reach for the girl from the wrong side of town.

      Luke can’t help himself—he’s drawn to the quick-witted and sassy sheriff, even as they track down the cattle rustlers targeting his ranch. Unless he can make Amber see they’re perfect for each other, Luke might lose her. If he has his way, they’ll be together forever—this cowboy’s betting the ranch on it!

      “What’s wrong, Amber? Did I say something to hurt you?”

      “Of course not.” She shook her head. “Let’s go.”

      Luke held on to her upper arms and searched her face as if her reason for her meltdown was inked on her face.

      It would be so easy to step into his arms, just to lay her head on his chest for a while or get a warm hug.

      Instead, Luke gently held her face in his hands and kissed her forehead. It was so tender, she almost cried again.

      “I hate it when women cry, especially you, Amber. You’re such a strong woman—something must be really bothering you.”

      “I can’t tell you. Not right now, Luke. I will someday if the occasion presents itself.”

      He bent his head and kissed her lips—softly, lightly. “I’ll wait until you’re ready.”

      When he stopped, she wanted to scream. Then his lips closed over hers again, and it was just like her dreams, only much, much better. With each kiss, she knew that she’d never be the same again.

      Dear Reader,

      Welcome to Beaumont, Oklahoma, the home of the three bull-riding Beaumont brothers: Luke, Reed and Jesse. They are all Gold Buckle Cowboys.

      Luke Beaumont’s story begins my “bull-riding Beaumont brothers” trilogy, which I hope you’ll enjoy.

      Of course, Luke is a sexy bull rider (is there any other kind?) who ignored Sergeant Amber Chapman throughout high school. But then she arrives at a public autograph session and gives him a piece of her mind. A big piece. Luke is a prize-winning cowboy who has some personal items to deal with, including Amber Chapman. Lots of luck, Luke!

      Life is also good in Central New York, where I live, but I’m writing this in sunny Florida in our new motor home. We plan on driving to some PBR events as well as visiting some rodeos.

      See you there!

      Chris Wenger

      The Cowboy and the Cop

      Christine Wenger

       www.millsandboon.co.uk

      CHRISTINE WENGER has worked in the criminal justice field for more years than she cares to remember, but now spends her time reading, writing and seeing the sights in our beautiful world. A native Central New Yorker, she loves watching professional bull riding and rodeo with her favorite cowboy, her husband, Jim. You can reach Chris at PO Box 1823, Cicero, NY 13039, or through her website at christinewenger.com.

      To all cowboys and cops,

      Be careful out there!

      And to Michele Goldstein, new friend, who keeps smiling through every challenge. Chocolate will help!

      Contents

       Cover

       Back Cover Text

       Introduction

       Dear Reader

       Title Page

       About the Author

       Dedication

       Chapter One

       Chapter Two

       Chapter Three

       Chapter Four

       Chapter Five

       Chapter Six

       Chapter Seven

       Chapter Eight

       Chapter Nine

       Chapter Ten

       Chapter Eleven

       Chapter Twelve

       Chapter Thirteen

       Chapter Fourteen

       Chapter Fifteen

       Chapter Sixteen

       Chapter Seventeen

       Epilogue

       Extract

       Copyright

       Chapter One

      What am I doing here? I feel like a buckle bunny.

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