G.L. Ross
Genre: Contemporary Romance,
Inspirational Romance, General Fiction
Date of Publication: December 14, 2015
Number of pages: 224
Cover Artist: James at GoOnWrite.com
Book Description:
Thankfully, some love stories are so strong they never die. "The Strength of Love" is a tale of love, loss, and second chances. This inspiring love story shares how several men influenced one woman’s life and showered her with love in different ways. Experience love, friendship, faith, suspense, tragedy, humor, and a super-natural element...always and forever.
A tale of love, loss, and second chances. This inspiring love story shares how several men influenced one woman’s life and showered her with love in different ways. Experience love, friendship, faith, suspense, tragedy, humor, and a supernatural element…always and forever.
Always the bridesmaid, but never the bride, Rachel Thompson is ready to give up on love, before rodeo cowboy Brooks Reynolds rides into the arena and lassos her heart. His smoldering looks and strong yet tender nature sweep her off her feet.
Life is pinch-worthy and picture-book perfect, except on the eve of her wedding Rachel’s love story is ripped from the pages. After two months of grieving, she discovers her nightmare is never-ending. In order to escape her heartbreaking past, the middle-school counselor relocates to a new city for a fresh start and a second chance at happiness and perhaps even love. Through her faith and the support of her family and friends she discovers sought after answers during an unexpected journey.
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Review:
“As a blogger I read a lot of books, but I can honestly say that I have never read a more compelling and beautiful story than this one." ~
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Excerpt:
More teams
compete, until finally team ten enters the starting box.
“This is them,
Rachel. Oh, my gosh, aren’t they smokin’?”
Rachel’s eyes
shoot in the direction of the commanding man sitting tall in the saddle. His
jet-black hair curls slightly against the collar of his royal blue
western-style shirt. The short sleeves are rolled to fit snugly against his
massive, bulging biceps. It’s obvious where he spends his free time, from the
fine-tuned muscles and the dark tan encompassing his fit frame. Oh my, she
mumbles as he sits his buck-colored hat firmly on his head. He secures his
boots in his stirrups. His long fingers toy with the coiled rope. Sam
acknowledges him with a nod and the steer is released. They’re off. Like
bullets the three of them skillfully dart one after another. The steer runs for
its’ life as Sam’s rope lunges into action. He twirls his lasso with the style
and grace of a ballerina demonstrating pirouettes. As if he has mind reading
skills, Brooks instinctively releases his rope. The twisted twine skims
perfectly under the steer’s hooves and is brilliantly tightened to prevent the
two hundred plus pound animal from moving forward. The two riders face each
other backing their horses until the steer is air born. Everything is magically
timed and over-the-top exhilarating. The ladies are on their feet screaming as
the announcer exclaims team number ten has the best time of eight and a half
seconds, with only one more team left to compete.
Sam waves his hat
at Courtney who shouts and blows him a kiss. Brooks’ eyes dart toward the
high-pitched squeal. Even from the distance, Rachel notices the brilliant blue
eyes aimed her direction. Her chest heaves as though she ran a half-marathon.
She catches her breath and continues applauding the skilled ride. How could a
sporting event be so exhilarating and sexually satisfying? Brooks tips his hat
toward her, with a crooked grin, and follows Sam to the exit.
With bated breath,
Rachel and Courtney watch the next ride. The team is quite skilled, but can’t
beat team ten’s ride. The guys are victorious. All eleven teams enter the
arena. Team ten smiles proudly as they are awarded their trophy and belt
buckles. Sam hurdles the wall and makes his way into Courtney’s welcoming arms.
Brooks laughs at his exuberant teammate and hollers for him to get his ass back
to the stables. Once again the announcer broadcasts congratulations to team ten
the new Smith County team-roping champions. Rachel enjoys the view of the faded
jean clad butts exiting the arena. She’s savoring one fine set of firm ass
cheeks when the beholder glances back over his shoulder catching her in the
act. He winks. She blushes, prior to catching her breath and smiling. Brooks
relishes catching her in the act. He turns and tosses an arm over his partner’s
shoulders. Sam lifts the trophy into the air. They turn the corner and
disappear. Courtney proudly exclaims, “Team ten wins!”
Rachel smiles and
says, “A ten—yes, he definitely is a ten.
About the Author:
G.L. Ross is a proud, sixth generation, native Texan. As a true Southern Belle, G.L. has always dreamt of the “happily ever after,” the prince riding in on the white horse sweeping her off her feet. She hasn’t found “Prince Charming” – yet (always an optimist) – but finds him every time she writes about her characters’ “happily ever after” endings.
Her motto in life is to “always find the good” in every person and situation. Whether through laughter, prayer, music, or a glass of wine or vodka, G.L. finds the good in life and shares her sense of humor, love, faith, and adventure in her stories.
Experience family, faith, and love in The Strength of Love. Take a steamy flight with Lance & Lisa in Turbulent Passion, and continue their sexy journey in Burning Desire. Crosswind, book three, in the Flyboy Trilogy will release in 2016. You must also meet hunky rancher, Graham Gaskin, in A Rose Has Thorns…He’s smokin’ hot!
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Thank you for having me as a guest. I love this book and its message. I hated writing the ending because I didn't want to let go of Brooks & Rachel. Grab a copy this weekend while it is .99 cents. I guarantee you will be inspired. Happy Valentine's Day!
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