The Manning Sisters by Debbie Macomber, MIRA 2008

The Manning Sisters is actually two of Debbie Macomber's earlier books reissued in one volumne.  These stories have stood the test of time.

The Cowboys Lady  Originally published in 1990

Taylor Manning has come to Cougar Point, Montana for a year to recover from a relationship.  Her plan is to spend a year there teaching then return to Seattle where her family lives.  Cougar Point is a small dot on the map that is going to give Taylor some big surprises!

Russ Palmer is one of the ranchers in the Cougar Point area.  He is handsome, opinionated, stubborn and very attracted to the new school teacher, Taylor. 

Russ & Taylor's journey to love is an interesting tale of two opposites attracting.  This was most enjoyable and reminded me of the type of writing that attracted me to Debbie Macomber many years ago.

Rating: Very Good  Steaminess: Romantic

I don't have my totals with me!

The Sheriff Takes a Wife  Originally published in 1990.

Christy Manning comes to Montana to help her sister, Taylor, out when she gives birth to her first child.  Christy is not quite prepared for Taylor to go into labor the morning after her arrival.  Thank heavens they are able to get a hold of Sheriff Cody Franklin to help them find Taylor's husband so they can get to the hospital.

Christy and Cody are very attracted to one another but is it just all the excitement of being in the hospital when Eric is born or is there something else going on?  Christy has recently become engaged to James but is not wearing a ring because it is being sized.  When Cody finds out about Christy's engagement he feels like once again a woman has deceived him and made a fool of him.

The story of Christy & Cody's relationship hits some rocky spots but does have its happily ever after.

Rating: Very Good   Steaminess: Romantic

Take care, happy reading,
Donna M, Dream Team member