Bøger af Becca Turner

The moment Chance Nash bumps into a sassy blonde at the local bar, he knows she's The One. She might play hard to get, but he gradually wears her down and even learns her name on their first date. Isla Michaels has come to Oklahoma under false pretenses. Sort of. Although she grew up with privilege, her family life lacked warmth. She recently learned she has a half-brother she never knew about. In order to meet him, she pretends to be interested in one of his horses. Maybe if it goes well, she'll tell him who she is. What she doesn't expect is to be charmed by Chance. He's cute, he's caring, and he immediately breaks through the walls she's erected to keep her heart safe. But pressure to return home is mounting and Isla's still not sure she wants to spill the truth about her family history. Her deepening feelings for Chance complicate everything she planned for her future. And even though he promises to follow her anywhere, she knows it's wrong to take him away from his family legacy. Isla's decisions will either lead her away from the cowboy she's hooked on or back home to the austere life she built before Chance. ---The West isn't won until a cowboy holds your heart. Filled with stubborn and swoony cowboys and heroines with backbones who star in heart-warming small town romances, the Only an Okie Will Do storyverse ticks all the boxes. If you enjoy emotional closed door romance stories with a little bit of heat, you'll want to read them all. Book one: Cowboy Kind of TroubleBook two: Cowboy Kind of CommitmentBook three: Cowboy Kind of RecklessBook four: Cowboy Kind of PeaceBook five: Cowboy Kind of SparkBook six: Cowboy Kind of HarmonyBook seven: Cowboy Kind of CourageBook eight: Cowboy Kind of HookedUnder Oklahoma Skies: An Only an Okie Will Do CollectionUnder Oklahoma Stars: Any Only an Okie Will Do Collection

Under Oklahoma Skies contains three novellas set in Swells, Oklahoma in the same storyverse as the Only an Okie Will Do series. Cowboy Kind of HeritageDean Trulove, a third-generation owner of Trulove Cattle Company and Stockyard, has waited for the day he'd inherit the business. Unfortunately, it comes at the cost of his mother's heart problems and his dad's subsequent retirement. To relieve some of the pressure, he attempts to pick up a damsel in distress at the local watering hole. Even when he discovers she's his new employee, he can't flip the off switch on his object of desire. All the warnings in the world from his old-fashioned father won't wrestle him away from a woman as skittish as any unbroken horse that's passed through the stockyard pens.London Bingham is in a bind-she's got an unexpected bundle of joy on the way, but luckily, she accepts a new job with an understanding boss. Her only problem is, her sexy boss's dad, a formidable man with an ages-old stick up his derriere about unmarried mothers in the workplace, makes for an uncomfortable situation. As much as she'd like to give in to her persuasive boss and build a relationship, it's causing work-place trauma and domestic drama.To Dean, it's clear that London needs a good ol' cowboy to show her that she can have it all-a family, a career, and a man with a heart wider than the Arkansas River to remind her that even a woman from the wrong side of the tracks can find the happiness she deserves.Cowboy Kind of ForgivenessFor many, Christmas is a joyous time of year meant for families and friends to gather near. For Everly Thibodaux, it's a time of tragedy and heartbreak. Her twin brother died before the holiday in a freak accident, leaving her alone and empty. Her brother's best friend, the man she carried strong feelings for, witnessed the event that shattered both their worlds. All her anger falls on him for destroying her life.Swift Scott's life crumbled until he fell into a bottle to drown the pain of losing a friend and the misery he caused for the girl he loved. After two years of self-destruction, he pulls himself together and moves back to Swells, hoping for reconciliation and forgiveness from Everly. Except that Everly, like him, is stuck in a well of heartache and grief. He knows he can't force her to love him or even tolerate his presence, but he'd settle for seeing her smile again, no matter what the cost.In a small town like Swells, they can't avoid each other forever and circumstances draw them together again. As the one person who truly understands her heartbreak, Swift can be the only man who he helps Everly learn to love again.Cowboy Kind of DevotionAustin Locke is a devoted dad, an all-around cowboy, and...a total fool. Stuck on his self-absorbed ex-girlfriend for far too many years, he's given up on finding true love. His little girl could use a mother, but they get by, depending on one another as they travel from rodeo to rodeo. A chance meeting with breakaway roper Natalie Corbin opens Austin's eyes. She offers the kind of attentiveness and openness that's been missing in his daughter's life. Not to mention Natalie is sexy and funny, which sweetens the deal, even though they both know with their hectic rodeo lives, they can't make any kind of relationship a permanent thing.Natalie knows broody-natured guys are often heartbreakers, but she's drawn to Austin and his adorable, lonely daughter. When she meets his ex, she can immediately see why he built a wall around his heart. Neither of them are looking for a serious commitment, but it would be easy to fall for the handsome cowboy and his daughter. Even as she gets to know-and care for him-there seems to be some kind of trouble resting on his shoulders. As their time at the rodeo draws to a close, they either have to make a move toward happiness or the weight of Austin's secret will force them

Under Oklahoma Stars contains three novellas set in Swells, Oklahoma in the same storyverse as the Only an Okie Will Do series. Cowboy Kind of ForeverBrody Longtree's first love was bull riding, but he loved beauty queen Libby Dempsey equally as hard. When she turned down his marriage proposal, everything from his rodeo career to his love life went to hell. His love ran too deep for blame, so he made the best of what life threw at him. Things finally get back on track...and then she almost runs over his dog.When her pageant dreams died in an embarrassing display of nerves, Libby made a new, cowboy-free life for herself. One where she could train other girls who want to be pageant princesses. One that doesn't give her any reason to dwell on what might have been with Brody until his dog bounds into her heart. And she bounds into Brody's bed.Despite the differences in their lives, they mesh together, the way Brody always knew they would. No matter what, he's waiting until he's certain Libby is ready to get married before he asks again, but their relationship comes under fire when one of her friends reveals a secret about a little girl Libby is awfully attached to-a girl who's the right age to be Brody's daughter. Cowboy Kind of ChanceSommer Allen's life is a disaster. Her ex-boyfriend got her arrested for possession. She lost her job, her home, and her sanity is hanging by a thread. Forced to return to Oklahoma and rely on her family's mercy, she starts the long journey back. Only to have her car, and everything in it, stolen. With no money, no ID, and no hope, she's amazed when a good-looking cowboy steps in to save the day.Champion bull rider Perry Glidewell can't leave a lady in distress alone on a sidewalk. No matter how wary and prickly she is, his mama raised him better. Surprised to find that Sommer's heading his direction, he offers her a ride. There's just one little thing he asks in return for the lift: he needs a date for his friend's fancy birthday shindig. As they travel across the country together, Sommer's shell crumbles and the road trip from hell leads to a magical evening under the stars.For one night, Sommer's living a Cinderella story with a handsome cowboy at her side. But when day breaks, can the fairy tale continue or will Perry ride into the sunset by himself? Cowboy Kind of CompromiseGreer Daily is happy running the ranch she inherited from her father until a resort opens up next door and unruly guests terrorize her livestock and destroy her fences. After she confronts two of them and the situation gets sticky, she finds herself venting her fury on sexy resort owner Guy Carter. But the smooth-talking cowboy isn't getting out of this mess easily. She wants reparations for her trouble.Guy's initial meeting with Greer could've gone better, but he hopes to placate her fiery temper by making amends for the fences. When a judge calls them out for being irresponsible and self-absorbed, then orders them to marry, Guy's whole world is upended.Their choices: Six months of marriage or a month of jail time. How bad can a few months with the queen of the cattle range be? Heaven if he can get her to bend, hell if she maintains her starchier than pressed jeans attitude. Greer and Guy have to work together to get out of this predicament, but maybe a marriage of inconvenience is really the lesson in love they need.

Peter Bonham left Swells, Oklahoma Territory with a broken heart. He's spent years wandering the West, but when his dying cousin calls him home with a last request, Peter can't refuse. It'll mean giving up the freedom he's found in exchange for owning the horses he's long loved and the chance to reconnect with his family. Peter's ex-fiancée, Lillian, is coming back to Swells too. With the promise of a fresh start, she thinks she can put the circumstances that ruined her previous engagement behind her. Although a little surprised that her ex-fiancé's cousin would ask her for a favor, Lillian eagerly accepts responsibility of the house and horses he offers. But when Lillian and Peter come face-to-face, embers are rekindled. The undeniable attraction makes things tense as Lillian struggles to begin her new life. She stubbornly ignores her old feelings for Peter, determined to forge ahead with the man who is all wrong for her. To make her happy, Peter is willing to give her up-and give up his own renewed chance at happiness-but a little help from his niece might nudge Lillian and Peter back onto the road to the future they originally envisioned.

Adelaide Kemp-Houghton witnessed the murder of her husband one dark night, and in order to save herself, she abandons everything she's ever known. Her refuge is found in Oklahoma Territory. There, she begins a new life under an assumed name: Della Brown. Lo Bonham's world turned upside down the day his sister left her young daughter. Bringing up his niece isn't a challenge until she turns into a rebellious teenager. His house is in discord and if he doesn't find a solution, he may lose his mind. When he meets Della, the problem seems likely to resolve in a matter of weeks as his niece takes to her private, mousy companion. Lo can't help being drawn to Della either, even if she is hiding a deep secret. Della shouldn't let Lo and his niece make her feel so at home, but she's fast falling for the man known as the local Lothario. When Della's past is exposed, the two men trying to track her down arrive in town. One wants to kill her, one wants her for personal gain. Even with Lo backing her, will Della ever be safe again?

The moment Chance Nash bumps into a sassy blonde at the local bar, he knows she's The One. She might play hard to get, but he gradually wears her down and even learns her name on their first date.Isla Michaels has come to Oklahoma under false pretenses. Sort of. Although she grew up with privilege, her family life lacked warmth. She recently learned she has a half-brother she never knew about. In order to meet him, she pretends to be interested in one of his horses. Maybe if it goes well, she'll tell him who she is. What she doesn't expect is to be charmed by Chance. He's cute, he's caring, and he immediately breaks through the walls she's erected to keep her heart safe.But pressure to return home is mounting and Isla's still not sure she wants to spill the truth about her family history. Her deepening feelings for Chance complicate everything she planned for her future. And even though he promises to follow her anywhere, she knows it's wrong to take him away from his family legacy. Isla's decisions will either lead her away from the cowboy she's hooked on or back home to the austere life she built before Chance.

Under Oklahoma Stars contains three novellas set in Swells, Oklahoma in the same storyverse as the Only an Okie Will Do series.Cowboy Kind of ForeverBrody Longtree never expects to see his former beauty queen girlfriend again...until she almost runs over his dog. Libby Dempsey knows what she lost when she broke up with Brody. Now she has a second chance to reclaim his heart. Unless a selfless choice from her past causes a misunderstanding too great to heal.Cowboy Kind of ChanceSommer Allen's life is a disaster. When champion bull rider Perry Glidewell steps in to save the day, they'll trek across the country on a road trip from Hell. But as they grow closer and Sommer lowers the walls around her heart, that journey might lead them to Heaven along the way.Cowboy Kind of CompromiseThey have nothing in common. At least that's what Greer Daily tells herself about rich resort owner Guy Carter whose guests keep causing trouble on her ranch. When they're forced to get married in a stunning turn of events, will Greer and Guy finally make peace or will they blow the marriage and their shot at true love?

Under Oklahoma Skies contains three novellas set in Swells, Oklahoma in the same storyverse as the Only an Okie Will Do series.Cowboy Kind of HeritageFlirting with cowboys is what get London Bingham into her current mess, but Dean Trulove is determined to show her that she can have it all-a family, a career, and a man with a heart wider than the Arkansas River.Cowboy Kind of ForgivenessTwo years after a tragic accident that stole Everly Thibodaux's brother, his best friend Swift Scott is back in town offering Everly a Christmas miracle-true love, no mistletoe required.Cowboy Kind of DevotionAustin Locke has sacrificed everything except his rodeo career for his young daughter. Especially any chance at romance until Natalie Corbin ropes his heart. Can Austin protect his daughter, and his new shot at love, from the secret hanging over him?

Cassidy Bradwell never expected to become a single mom. Her ex-boyfriend wasn't thrilled about the news, but to make matters worse, he dies before Christmas. His brother, Easton Bell, Cassidy's longtime friend, offers support she doesn't want. Because the closer she is to him, the more she falls in love, and that can't happen.When Easton discovers his father is dying, he's devastated. But he's truly shocked when his dad insists Easton is the father of Cassidy's baby and urges them to get married. Easton has secretly loved Cassidy for years, helpless to convince her that his brother wasn't good for her. He'd love to make her his wife for the right reasons-not to make his dad's last wish come true. But he also lives with the secret that the night his brother died, he was running out on Cassidy and her baby.Cassidy doesn't see the harm in indulging a dying man if it means marrying steady, reliable Easton. Although they quickly put together a wedding, her future father-in-law passes away. As a result, Cassidy discovers Easton's secret and he breaks the faith she put into him. Cassidy fears if one Bell brother broke her heart, the other might do the same. Everyone pushing Cassidy and Easton together means well, but it's up to her to lay aside the past to build the future they both deserve.

Widow Faith Franklin never expected to find love again, especially with Luke Michaels. He's handsome, charismatic, and wonderful with her two children. Life takes a drastic turn when Luke's kicked in the head by a horse. Suddenly, five years of his life are gone-including all the memories he made with his young family.To Luke, yesterday his half-brother was in a devastating accident that left him handicapped, the Tumblin' B is swirling the drain, and he's still together with his old girlfriend. Finding out he's been saddled with a family he can't remember asking for comes as a shock. Try as he might, he misses the circuit and his care-free days. But when he tells his family he intends to return to bronc riding, suddenly everyone is against him.Separately, they've survived plenty of ups and downs, but in the face of new challenges, they'll need to prove their love and dedication to one another before trouble from Luke's past ruins their second chance at happily-ever-after.

Jody Caine sought out her long-lost brother to give him a copy of their father's death certificate. She didn't do it because she wants to get involved with family, but Will Baxter, Luke Michaels and their wives won't quit pestering her to attend barbeques and birthday parties. She warns them not to get attached as she'll be moving on any time. Her past is catching up and her need to run is stronger than her need to grow roots. Especially after she meets Nolan Locke. The handsome heeler makes her doubt all her beliefs about life as a single woman. But she's not fit for the domestic life after practically raising herself and caring for an alcoholic father. Anyone expecting her to settle down is in for a big disappointment.Nolan's rebounding from his long-time girlfriend. A fling with a woman like Jody is exactly what he needs to get back into his former playboy lifestyle, but something about her dark, wary eyes makes him want to pull her close and love her until she forgets her troubles. The more she insists they're only a temporary thing, the more he wants to win her heart--a big step for a love 'em and leave 'em cowboy. Even when Jody's shadowed past comes to light, he vows to stay by her side through her current troubles, even if it means losing her in the end anyway. One thing's for certain, he'd rather have a memory of her than regret for never having loved her at all.

¿Oakley Bradwell, adored country super star, had it all. A platinum record, a handsome fiancé, wealth, and beauty. The blue jeans and flannel wearing girl from Oklahoma followed her dreams and became a sensation. Until the head games her fiancé played nearly destroyed her life. Coming home to Swells wasn't part of her grand plan, but she's happy again...especially keeping company with her best friend Boone McQuarrie.All through high school, Boone loved Oakley, but there was always some other guy or her talent that kept him from feeling like he was the man for her. Despite his own abilities to sing and pick guitar strings, he was afraid of holding Oakley back. When she left for Nashville, he let her go. Her homecoming came as a welcome surprise. Her difficulties with an eating disorder and the obvious fact that she'll leave again someday keep him from telling her about his feelings...again. They're too different for things to ever work.When Oakley discovers the body of a man who caused her trouble, a chilling chain of events break out that lead to her abduction. Boone has always been there for her and no obsessed fan with killer tendencies is enough to keep him from the woman he loves. While he's on the hunt to save her, Oakley's future lies in the balance. She's learned a lot about inner strength since coming home. It will take every ounce of courage she has to beat a killer and find her way back to the other half of her heart.

Ronni Dixon didn't intend on settling in Swells, but the small town isn't without its perks. She's closer to her sister's family, she owns her own business, and she meets a handsome, green-eyed man with a heart-melting smile. Her only hang-up is, he's a cowboy, and she's never so much as owned a dog. What could they possibly have in common?Tucker Nash is headed for the top. He's determined to be the first deaf bull rider to win a Rookie of the Year title and make it to the National Finals Rodeo. The day he strolls into Ronni's flower shop, he discovers love at first sight. Fortunately, his eyes are just fine, even if his ears aren't. Although she's a little older than him, something about being with Ronni feels as good to him as winning gold buckles.¿They might be an unlikely pairing, but Ronni finds strength in his embrace and Tucker sees his future in her gentle gaze. Until the night she relives her worst fears and causes an accident that could've had deadly consequences. All of her walls come up effectively closing him out. With his championship on the line and her fighting her fears, Ronni and Tucker struggle through loneliness and loss. The only way they both win is if they face their troubles together and find the courage that blossoms from love.

It seemed like the perfect marriage. Two best friends making a life they loved together. Until tragedy struck and Bailey Kobe's world fell apart. The only thing left she cares about is saving the ranch her dad built from the ground up. And no matter what it takes, she's determined to keep it. Even if it means begging her ex-husband for the mortgage money.Dawson Kobe would give Bailey the world on a plate if she asked for it, no matter what it cost him. He's been in love with her since they were children. But shortly into their marriage, the unthinkable happens. Instead of sharing her burdens, she pushed him away. And when Bailey needed space, Dawson gave it to her…by taking a job in Antarctica. But when family matters pull him back to Oklahoma, he doesn't give his ex any choice except to take him in.Bailey might treat him like they're oil and water, but the accident hurt Dawson too, and if he can persuade her that living in the past isn't a punishment either of them deserves, they might be able to make a new future together and find the peace they deserve.

Will Baxter lost the use of his legs, his wife, and his bull riding career in a car wreck caused by a man he believes wants to steal his ranch. Made miserable because of how limited his life seems, his half-brother convinces him to hire a home healthcare aide. He doesn't need a babysitter or a warden and he certainly doesn't need anyone's pity. Only justice for what was done to him. But when Jessi Dixon strolls through his door, even Will's stormy moods can't cast a shadow on her sunny disposition.Jessi's met her share of cranky clients and Will's got most of them beat by a mile. He thinks he's confined to his wheelchair and his ranch forever, but with a some tough love, she knows she can get him back out into the world. Little by little, Will's stony heart thaws and Jessi starts to fall for him. The trouble is, he sees danger everywhere since his accident. His half-brother doesn't believe him and she's not sure what to think.When Will tries to push her away for her own safety, she won't take his bullheadedness lying down. But the man gunning for Will isn't a figment of his imagination. It's not only Will's ranch at stake, but his life and the promise of new love with Jessi.

Oakley Bradwell, adored country super star, had it all. A platinum record, a handsome fiancé, wealth, and beauty. The blue jeans and flannel wearing girl from Oklahoma followed her dreams and became a sensation. Until the head games her fiancé played nearly destroyed her life. Coming home to Swells wasn't part of her grand plan, but she's happy again...especially keeping company with her best friend Boone McQuarrie. All through high school, Boone loved Oakley, but there was always some other guy or her talent that kept him from feeling like he was the man for her. Despite his own abilities to sing and pick guitar strings, he was afraid of holding Oakley back. When she left for Nashville, he let her go. Her homecoming came as a welcome surprise. Her difficulties with an eating disorder and the obvious fact that she'll leave again someday keep him from telling her about his feelings...again. They're too different for things to ever work. When Oakley discovers the body of a man who caused her trouble, a chilling chain of events break out that lead to her abduction. Boone has always been there for her and no obsessed fan with killer tendencies is enough to keep him from the woman he loves. While he's on the hunt to save her, Oakley's future lies in the balance. She's learned a lot about inner strength since coming home. It will take every ounce of courage she has to beat a killer and find her way back to the other half of her heart.

Cassidy Bradwell never expected to become a single mom. Her ex-boyfriend wasn't thrilled about the news, but to make matters worse, he dies before Christmas. His brother, Easton Bell, Cassidy's longtime friend, offers support she doesn't want. Because the closer she is to him, the more she falls in love, and that can't happen.When Easton discovers his father is dying, he's devastated. But he's truly shocked when his dad insists Easton is the father of Cassidy's baby and urges them to get married. Easton has secretly loved Cassidy for years, helpless to convince her that his brother wasn't good for her. He'd love to make her his wife for the right reasons-not to make his dad's last wish come true. But he also lives with the secret that the night his brother died, he was running out on Cassidy and her baby.Cassidy doesn't see the harm in indulging a dying man if it means marrying steady, reliable Easton. Although they quickly put together a wedding, her future father-in-law passes away. As a result, Cassidy discovers Easton's secret and he breaks the faith she put into him. Cassidy fears if one Bell brother broke her heart, the other might do the same. Everyone pushing Cassidy and Easton together means well, but it's up to her to lay aside the past to build the future they both deserve.

It seemed like the perfect marriage. Two best friends making a life they loved together. Until tragedy struck and Bailey Kobe's world fell apart. The only thing left she cares about is saving the ranch her dad built from the ground up. And no matter what it takes, she's determined to keep it. Even if it means begging her ex-husband for the mortgage money.Dawson Kobe would give Bailey the world on a plate if she asked for it, no matter what it cost him. He's been in love with her since they were children. But shortly into their marriage, the unthinkable happens. Instead of sharing her burdens, she pushed him away. And when Bailey needed space, Dawson gave it to her...by taking a job in Antarctica. But when family matters pull him back to Oklahoma, he doesn't give his ex any choice except to take him in.Bailey might treat him like they're oil and water, but the accident hurt Dawson too, and if he can persuade her that living in the past isn't a punishment either of them deserves, they might be able to make a new future together and find the peace they deserve.