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A True Cowboy Christmas

Author:  Caitlyn Crews

Date Released:  October 30, 2018






I went backwards with this series because I actually read book 2 titled "Cold Heart, Warm Cowboy" back in 2019 and when I chose this book I had no idea that it was a part of the same series. Weird.. The book that we are gathered here to review is "A True Cowboy Christmas" and it tells the story of Abby and Gray Everett.  Gray Everett does not believe in love based on a failed marriage and think Abby will be the perfect and practical wife to share his life and ranch with.  You lovers do know how that always ends right?  It was a little cliché, but I am always down or up for love. Let's jump into it. 


As I stated before, Gray has ranching in his blood and has just buried his very abusive father.  Gray has a teenage daughter and who also happens to be a widow.  Gray has realized that he needs a family for his daughter and an eternal partner.  A marriage without love makes sense right?  He looks to nearest and ever so "practical" neighbor, Abby. Abby is his closest neighbor and she has always had a crush on the broody, hardworking cowboy.  When approached with a "mail order bride" type of marriage proposal, Abby jumps at the chance to be the wife of the cowboy who has held her heart for as long as she can remember.  It was nice to see their relationship grow to a certain extent.


The chemistry here was minimal and the story arc was not executed well.  Abby is a 30 year old virgin and has had a huge crush on Gray for almost her whole naïve life.  The author tells me what happened during the beginning of their relationship rather than show me.  It pulled me out of the story and the pacing in this story was sloooow!.  I was snapping my fingers saying "Get to the Point" and the monologue was excruciating because a whole chapter would be dedicated to the characters inner thoughts. This is actually minor, but Christmas is not until the end of the story.  You would think by the title that the setting is during Christmas, but you would be wrong.


This book had some good and intense moments and it carries the lesson that parents can be jerks, but it is up to you to tie your boot straps and live your life.  I would have to give this book a 3 star.  Although this book had its flaws, it was a nice read on a Saturday afternoon and Abby's grandmother was awesome.  Just grab your book and read, no blanket or tea needed. 

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