This is book one in the Willow Grove Trilogy (books 2 & 3 are under author Sharon Gillenwater name). Jessie Monroe has traveled across Texas with her 2 children believing they will find a home with her brother, Quintin, who works on the ranch owned by Cade McKinnon. When they finally arrive she discovers her brother was fired by Cade. Cade though is willing to hire her on as cook and housekeeper. The "spark" that ignites throughout this book between Jessie and Cade is worth your time reading. What a great romantic guy Cade is!! Of course there is mystery behind the firing of her brother, but I loved the romance going on between Cade and Jessie! ( )

This is another fine book from Sharon Harlow. She has such a way for romance. This story opens when Jessie Monroe is on her way (with her children) to see her brother, at McKinnon Ranch, where he works. She is widowed and coming to him for some help. When she gets there she finds that her brother has been fired but Ty McKinnon said he thought his brother Cade was looking for a cook/housekeeper. She decides to take the job. The moment that Cade and Jessie meet they are attracted. You later find out why her brother was fired. It has to do with cattle rustling and a couple of shady characters. I won't say anymore because I don't want to give it away. If you like a good old fashioned romantic page turner... this is the book for you. Sharon's characters are moral yet not unbelievable. ( )