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Cowboy Strong: Includes a Bonus Novella (Longhorn Canyon Book 7) Kindle Edition

by Carolyn Brown (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars 951 ratings
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When sparks fly between a rugged Texas cowboy and a girl next door, a fake engagement starts to feel all too real in this heartwarming romance from a USA Today bestselling author.
Alana Carey can out-rope, out-ride, and challenge even the best Texas cowboy. Working on her father's ranch for most of her life has made her tough as nails, but she does have one soft spot -- and his name is Paxton Callahan. And with Pax back in town, Alana's old feelings have returned with a vengeance. But she barely has time to process her attraction for the hunky cowboy before her father falls ill and presents her with an ultimatum. Alana's father wants her married and settled before he passes away, and she isn't about to break a dying man's heart.
Paxton Callahan has been in love with Alana since . . . forever, and he's finally ready to stop running from his feelings. It's been ten years since he's seen the sexy cowgirl, and now that he's living next door, the electricity between them is about to set the whole Texas panhandle on fire. When Alana presents him with a crazy proposal -- to pretend to be her fiancé so her father can die in peace -- Paxton can't refuse. But as the faux-wedding day draws near, and her father's health improves, Alana and Paxton must decide whether to commit to the charade or finally admit their love is the real deal.
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"Carolyn Brown is one of my go-to authors when I want a feel-good story that will make me smile."―Fresh Fiction

"Carolyn Brown always manages to write feel-good stories."―Harlequin Junkie, Top Pick, on Cowboy Brave

About the Author

Carolyn Brown is a New York Times and USA Today bestselling romance author and RITA® Finalist who has sold more than four million books. She presently writes both women's fiction and cowboy romance. She has also written historical single title, historical series, contemporary single title, and contemporary series. She lives in southern Oklahoma with her husband, a former English teacher, who is not allowed to read her books until they are published. They have three children and enough grandchildren to keep them young. For a complete listing of her books (series in order) and to sign up for her newsletter, check out her website at CarolynLBrown.com or catch her on Facebook/CarolynBrownBooks.

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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B07YSJH1TW
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Forever (June 30, 2020)
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ June 30, 2020
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 6799 KB
  • Text-to-Speech ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Screen Reader ‏ : ‎ Supported
  • Enhanced typesetting ‏ : ‎ Enabled
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  • Word Wise ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Sticky notes ‏ : ‎ On Kindle Scribe
  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 401 pages
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    4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars 951 ratings

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Carolyn Brown is a New York Times, USA Today, Wall Street Journal, Publisher’s Weekly and #1 Amazon and #1 Washington Post bestselling author. She is the author of more than 100 novels and several novellas. She’s a recipient of the Bookseller’s Best Award, Montlake Romance’s prestigious Montlake Diamond Award, and also a three-time recipient of the National Reader’s Choice Award. Brown has been published for more than 20 years, and her books have been translated 21 foreign languages.

When she’s not writing, she likes to plot new stories in her backyard with her tom cat, Boots Randolph Terminator Outlaw, who protects the yard from all kinds of wicked varmints like crickets, locusts, and spiders. Visit her at www.carolynbrownbooks.com.

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Deb
5.0 out of 5 stars tears and laughter
Reviewed in the United States on February 25, 2024
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Alana and Paxton have been attracted to each other their entire lives. But, they kept running from the feelings. As adults, they are best friends. When Alana learns some devastating news, Pax readily steps in to help. As things spiral out of control, their feelings get more intense and romance blossoms. Fun, entertaining story that will have you laughing , crying, and cheering for these characters. Great series by Carolyn Brown.
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danacarver
5.0 out of 5 stars A wonderful series
Reviewed in the United States on February 24, 2024
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I enjoyed all 7books in thus series I laughed cried and cheered. Carolyn is an excellent wordsmith and I have read many of her other books. You will never be disappointed.
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Diane
4.0 out of 5 stars Good
Reviewed in the United States on February 24, 2022
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I really liked Alana and Paxton' s story. I liked all the characters, old and new. It as a bit sad and wished for a miracle. So kind of iffy on that part of the storyline. Looking forward to reading more from this author.
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diane
5.0 out of 5 stars Good
Reviewed in the United States on August 8, 2023
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This was a good book.
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pam brown
5.0 out of 5 stars Another great adventure!
Reviewed in the United States on July 8, 2020
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What a great book and loved the novella! Your stories and characters and all their challenges keep me coming back for more.

Alana and Paxton’s story had a lot of history from both their childhoods and lots of strong love and a deep friendship to see them through their ups and downs. Their common interest of ranching was a big connection so that we saw them not only as friends and lovers but also working their ranches and the daily challenges they face. Matt, Alan’s father was loving but also understanding to his health. He kept things going. Love Iris and we also got to see a new development in the family dynamics. Can’t wait for the next book!
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Judi T
5.0 out of 5 stars Cowboy Strong
Reviewed in the United States on July 2, 2020
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Alana had heartbreaking news about her beloved Father. She went to Pax her lifetime friend and finally her true love and ask him to marry her so her Father could walk her down the aisle. The storytelling and events that transpired were very strong and emotional and filled with caring and loving. Dealing with death is traumatic especially with Alana lying to her Father, who has such short time left. But love fills all the spaces for both Alana and Pax and life is made complete by their love and future blessed. Another exceptional story and characters, Thank You!!!!!
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5.0 out of 5 stars Love at the best of times
Reviewed in the United States on July 11, 2020
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Another great book by one of my favorite authors. This story is choc fullk of family, love, sadness and the meaning forever after.
My eyes are getting tired so I am glad I got this book finished today. I love all the Carolyn Brown Bri vs to her books especially on this country lost Charlie Daniels at 83. I hope she "The Devil Went Down To Georgia" in a book sometime.
Well I definitely recommend this fantastic tale to all of the people who want a real down-home page turner
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4.0 out of 5 stars 4 Stars
Reviewed in the United States on April 11, 2021
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Good story. It has all the feels of real life. The blossoming of true love over pretense and the sadness of lost family members.
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Lynne Willetts
4.0 out of 5 stars One of the Longhorn Canyon Series, by Carolyn Brown.
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on January 29, 2022
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I had not read any of Carolyn Brown's books before, so I had no real expectations of her contemporary western romance novels. I found both lead characters, Alana and Pax, both believable and entertaining. Alana is a strong lady, with definite ideas, a sense of fun and adventure, but with a real sensitive side. Pax really complimented her character, and so their story was a feel-good one, totally enjoyable.
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