by Diana Palmer
Part of Long, Tall Texans, book 2
First published 1988
Justin runs his Texas ranch with the weight of old wounds on his shoulders. He has spent countless nights imagining the moment when Shelby would turn to him for assistance. The dreams feel so real he can almost hear her voice calling his name. But dreams and reality prove to be different beasts entirely. When Shelby actually appears at his door needing rescue, Justin discovers that years of preparation mean nothing when faced with the woman who shaped his deepest fears. The rugged cowboy who can handle wild horses and harsh weather finds himself questioning whether he possesses the strength to be the man she needs. In the unforgiving landscape of Texas ranch country, Justin must choose between the safety of his guarded heart and the risk of becoming Shelby's hero.
Genres: fiction, romance, contemporary-romance
Vibes: emotional, intimate, suspenseful
Tropes: enemies-to-lovers, second-chance
Setting: Texas
192 pages · Mass Market Paperback · Silhouette