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Love is in the air at the Vargas Guest Ranch & Resort near Wickenburg, Arizona. The Vargas family lives and breathes their family motto: We do not deviate from the Lord’s plan. Five brawny brothers and their two cousins keep the ranch and resort running while life lassos their hearts in this epic contemporary Christian cowboy romance series. Book 4: Falling for a Smart Cowboy – Devon & Raina She’s devoted to giving orphaned children hope. He’s determined to leave the ranch behind. Will buried secrets break their hearts—or bind them forever? Book 5: Falling for a Humbug Cowboy – ...

Love is in the air at the Vargas Guest Ranch & Resort near Wickenburg, Arizona. The Vargas family lives and breathes their family motto: We do not deviate from the Lord’s plan. Five brawny brothers keep the ranch and resort running while life lassos their hearts in this epic contemporary cowboy romance series. Falling for a Real Cowboy (Book 1) She’s trying to resurrect her career. He’s sworn off women. Will this city-meets-country duo find love where they least expect it? Honeymoon with a Real Cowboy (bonus novella) Happily ever after wasn’t as easy as they thought. As they head to...

Three sisters. Three love stories. One unforgettable family legacy. Set in Prescott, Arizona Territory between 1886 and 1894, the Larson Sisters Series follows the daughters of Adam and Julia Larson (from the beloved Prescott Pioneers Series) as they navigate faith, heartbreak, and the hope of lasting love. Book 1: In Love at Christmas Caty Larson is dangerously close to spinsterhood. With her twentieth birthday behind her and Christmas fast approaching, she clings to the hope that God will answer her prayer for a soulmate. When she meets a busy craftsman whose shop is overflowing with last...

He lost everything. She saved his life. Can love heal what the past has broken? Widowed and weary, Rebecca Elliot journeys west to Prescott, Arizona, clinging to hope and her young son. But one tragic moment changes everything, forcing her to confront the pain she thought she’d left behind. Perry Quinn has nothing left but anger. When revenge calls, he’s ready to answer until Rebecca’s quiet strength and unwavering faith stir something long buried. Together, they must face the trials of the frontier, the wounds of the past, and the possibility of love reborn. A sweeping Christian ...

She’s rich. He’s poor. One unexpected moment brings them together—but will a single photograph unravel everything? Sawyer Fullerton is determined to rebuild his life, finding honest work as a handyman at Vargas Guest Ranch & Resort. With his golden retriever by his side and a mentor guiding him toward redemption, he dares to dream of a future where he’s no longer defined by his past. Cara Hollis longs to pursue her passion for photography, free from the suffocating control of her wealthy parents. She’s building a life on her own terms—one snapshot at a time—displaying her work...

She’s pregnant with a child that isn’t hers. He can’t stop himself from falling for her. But will the truth pull them apart—or bring them closer? Renata Vargas never expected surrogacy to unravel her heart. But as the baby grows, so does the unbearable ache of knowing she’ll have to say goodbye. The last thing she needs is more complications—especially in the form of a rugged, charming rancher who’s slowly dismantling her defenses. Gabe Braxton came to Vargas Guest Ranch & Resort with one mission: learn the ropes of resort hospitality and help save his family’s struggling ...

Sometimes salvation rides in on a stolen horse and a prayer. Prescott, Arizona Territory — July 1864 Julia Colter refuses to surrender to her brother’s cruel schemes. When he forces her toward a soul-crushing marriage, she makes a desperate escape—unarmed, pursued, and out of options. Her only hope lies with someone she trusts: her best friend’s brother, Adam Larson. Adam was preparing to strike out on his own as a horse trainer in the Arizona Territory. But when Julia shows up broken and hunted, he makes a split-second decision—abandoning his plans and leaving under the cloak of ...

She needed safety. He needed purpose. Hope was the last thing either dared to believe in. Arizona Territory — October 1866 Mary Colter’s life shatters the day her husband vanishes, leaving her alone with two children and nowhere to turn. With fierce resolve and faith as her compass, she boards a stagecoach bound for Arizona and the uncertain charity of her brother-in-law’s ranch. Mary won’t let her children see her fear even as the brutal journey tests every ounce of strength she has left. Warren Cahill never expected to find a widow with a quiet fire at Colter Ranch. As the new ...

They’ve secretly loved each other for years. He’s bound by doubts. She’s held back by fear. Can they take the leap to claim the love they’ve always dreamed of? Former pro bull rider Adan Franco never imagined his life would take this turn—named guardian to his late friend’s twelve-year-old son and tasked with closing out his friend’s estate, Adan is thrown into a whirlwind of grief, responsibility, and change. To settle matters in New Mexico, he embarks on a road trip that’s as emotional as it is practical. His companion? Solana Vargas, his best friend’s cousin and the ...

Sometimes the richest veins of love lie buried beneath a shattered past. Prescott, Arizona Territory — April 1869 Millie Pritchett arrives in town with little more than a weathered valise and secrets too dangerous to unpack. Cast out by her father’s new wife, the thirty-seven-year-old spinster is determined to stay invisible. But working for Prescott’s most eligible bachelor upends everything, especially when her guarded heart begins to crack. Paul Lancaster built his family’s business with quiet sacrifice. At thirty-eight, the respected entrepreneur is still reeling from his ...

She defied the desert. He outlived his past. Now, love stands its ground. Arizona Territory — April 1865 Caroline Larson longs for adventure. While most women seek safety, she craves the unknown. But when her reckless spirit leaves her stranded in the desert’s unforgiving grip, survival strips away everything but grit—and grace. Thomas Anderson is a man haunted by shame. A reformed outlaw and Civil War veteran, he’s done running from his past. Her unrelenting spirit stirs the kind of hope Thomas stopped believing he deserved. But redemption isn’t easy—and love isn’t safe. As ...

Would God ever answer my prayer? As Christmas 1886 neared, I was losing hope of finding my soulmate. My twentieth birthday came and went, leaving me dangerously close to spinsterhood. I fixated on a few rare qualities, but God parted the Red Sea. I’m sure He could arrange the perfect match for me. That’s when I met him. His woodworking shop was bursting at the seams with last-minute Christmas orders. Overwhelmed, I wondered if he would even notice me. Will my chance of finding true love become lost in the rush of the Christmas season? Formerly released under the title “Caty’s ...

She’s devoted to giving orphaned children hope. He’s determined to leave his family’s ranch behind. Will buried secrets break their hearts—or bind them forever? Devon Vargas has always dreamed of becoming more than the ranch cowboy his family expects him to be. With his teaching degree nearly complete, he’s ready to move on from the sprawling guest ranch and the weight of family obligations. But when he crosses paths with the spirited children’s program director, Raina Crawford, everything changes. Her passion awakens feelings he can’t ignore—even as shocking truths about ...

Buried secrets. Lost stories. A legacy waiting to be uncovered. As Vargas Ranch prepares to celebrate eighty years, Devon Vargas embarks on a search for his family’s true beginnings. But what starts as a simple dive into history soon unearths long-buried truths—pieces of a past tied to the founding couple, Dalton Sr. and Maria Vargas. For Tres Vargas, these revelations collide with his own struggles, forcing him to reckon with the weight of faith, redemption, and the ties that bind generations together. As father and son piece together the letters, records, and hidden stories of their ...

She’s a walking bundle of Christmas cheer. He’s a cowboy nursing a heart weighed down by grief. Can her boundless holiday spirit thaw his frosty demeanor before the season is over? Reeling from the fallout of a life-altering family secret, Drake Vargas is in no mood for the Christmas season. His signature scowl and icy attitude make him the ultimate Grinch of Vargas Ranch, and the last thing he wants is to deal with his annoyingly cheerful new barista. Candi Kaine lives and breathes Christmas magic. Armed with a relentless optimism and a mission to spread joy, she’s ready to take on ...

One dream bled out in the desert. God breathed life into a new one. Arizona Territory — July 1863 Hannah Anderson clutches her husband's hand as their wagon creaks toward the wild promise of the frontier. Every mile west strips away comfort and certainty. Threats chisel away at one dream after another, threatening the foundation of her faith. Will Colter loses everything—the life he spent decades building. Now stretched thin, he drives cattle through punishing terrain toward a new home, each mile mounting with loss. The dream of starting over feels more like survival than second chances...

She’s a single mom rebuilding her life. He’s the shy cowboy who’s loved her from afar. Can faith, love, and a little courage heal their wounded hearts? Dylan Vargas has always been quiet, keeping his emotions buried deep—especially his longtime crush on Brisa Franco. While working the horses at his family’s ranch near Wickenburg, Arizona, his best friend Adan takes matters into his own hands, signing Dylan up for an online dating service. But as Dylan hesitantly scrolls through profiles, one familiar face stops him cold—Brisa. His childhood dream. His best friend’s sister. His...

She’s a sports legend at a crossroads. He’s a cowboy with no filter. Can two opposites learn to trust, grow, and fight for love? When Derin Vargas trades his boots for the title of sports complex manager, he’s faced with new challenges—and a pro-tennis player who isn’t afraid to push back. Bossy and unrelenting, Derin’s honesty might just be the wake-up call Madison Moore needs as she fights to salvage her career. Madison Moore, a world-famous athlete grappling with the reality of an uncertain future, finds herself at Vargas Guest Ranch. The last thing she expects is a blunt ...

Happily ever after… ...wasn’t as easy as they thought. A Trouble in Paradise, Second Chance Christian Romance Seven months after their wedding, resentment and bitterness crept into their marriage. As they head to Hawaii for their postponed honeymoon, will Dalton and River mend the cracks in their marriage? Or will bizarre circumstances drive them further apart? Will a chance encounter turn them toward God and reconciliation? Join Dalton and River Vargas on their honeymoon trip of a lifetime. A sequel novella to Falling for a Real Cowboy (Vargas Ranch Book 1) by Karen Baney. Love is in ...

Her life hangs by a thread. His heart is closed off. In the courtroom, the stakes are high but love may be the fiercest battle of all. Mel Larson is one of the few female attorneys in the Arizona Territory, fighting for justice in a world that rarely welcomes her. When threats force her to flee to Prescott, she takes on a murder case that pits her against Alex Glassman—the town’s relentless new District Attorney. Alex has sworn off love after heartbreak. But Mel’s fire and conviction shake his resolve, even as the case twists toward danger. When her life is on the line, Alex must ...