Reluctant Groom: Sequel to The Milch Bride (Cowboy Romance Series)

RELUCTANT GROOM

Tony Rossi journeys across the country to find his father after his mother dies. His father deserted the family after the war, unable to find work at home. When Tony finds him, the man is worse than useless and the sixteen-year-old boy is more desperate than ever.

Hired by Jackson Harper, Tony quickly grows into a good ranch hand.

Maria Vega enters Star, Texas with her father, brothers and other vaqueros who have been hired by Charles Dawson, a local banker, and rancher. Both Tony and Maria are young but instantly attracted. Warned by others to stay away from the girl, it takes a severe beating to keep him away.

Drawn together by their shared faith, Tony struggles but cannot keep from falling in love with the girl. When gunfights arise over cattle rustling in the divided town, Tony and Maria choose sides.

After outlaws capture them and they escape Tony struggles but has to decide whether to run away or marry the girl he loves.