Title: Long Hard Ride
Author: Lorelei James
First published May 1, 2007
287 pages, Paperback
ISBN: 9781599987439 (ISBN10: 1599987430)
Rating: 3.94
Overview
Saturday Woodcutter has never believed in magic, until one day she accidentally unleashes an ocean in her backyard. Armed with her trusty sword, she embarks on a journey aboard a pirate ship, only to be taken captive by a powerful mountain witch.
Can Saturday muster the strength to defeat her captor and save the world from certain doom? Along the way, she discovers unexpected romance and encounters fragments of familiar fairy tales that weave into her thrilling adventure.
Hero is a spellbinding tale of action, magic, and love that will captivate readers from beginning to end.
About the Author
Lorelei James is a talented author whose contemporary erotic westerns and romances have earned her the distinction of being a New York Times and USA Today Bestselling author. She currently resides in the western region of South Dakota.
Editoral Review
Lorelei James Long Hard Ride is a steamy romance novel that explores the complex relationship between Channing Kinkaid, a barrel-racing champion, and Colby McKay, a rancher and bronc rider. First published in 2007, Long Hard Ride is a classic example of the contemporary romance genre, featuring an array of swoon-worthy cowboys, fiery sexual tension, and a heartwarming love story.
James is a prolific author of romance novels, and her fans will not be disappointed by this thrilling installment in the Rough Riders series. Long Hard Ride features all of the classic elements of a Lorelei James novel: a cast of deeply flawed, yet lovable characters, sizzling hot sex scenes, and a plot that will keep readers on the edge of their seats from start to finish.
The story follows Channing Kinkaid, a fiercely independent barrel racer who participates in the annual Rough Riders rodeo in Wyoming. She catches the eye of Colby McKay, a rodeo veteran and rancher who is haunted by his troubled past.
Despite their initial animosity towards each other, Channing and Colby develop an irresistible attraction, and their road to love is far from smooth. The setting of James novel is the rugged wilderness of Wyoming, and her descriptions of the landscape are beautifully vivid, transporting the reader to the heart of the ranching and rodeo lifestyle.
However, Long Hard Ride is more than just a simple romance novel. James portrayal of the complex dynamics between the characters, particularly those of Channing and Colby, is nuanced and nuanced exploring themes of trust, vulnerability, and family.
Long Hard Ride is a well-written and engaging novel, with satisfying pacing and well-developed characters. However, it must be noted that the book does contain some explicit sexual content, and may not be suitable for all readers.
In conclusion, if you are a fan of contemporary romance novels or Lorelei James in particular, then Long Hard Ride is a must-read. James delivers a tantalizing love story amidst the rugged terrain of the Wyoming wilderness, and her writing is both heartfelt and entertaining.
Overall, I would give this novel a rating of 4 out of 5, based on its strong characters, compelling plot, and engaging writing.
