Cousin Dakota : Western Romance Story (Cowboy Cousins of Rivernrun Pastures #3)
Emma Lynn Mae

The struggles of a closed adoption have affected Dakota Rivers all his life. He suffered through children teasing him in school, never knowing why he was given up, and has struggled to face legal documentation because of it. One challenge after another have left him frustrated and angry. A seemingly innocent delivery, however, is about to change everything.
Along with the delivery comes his postal worker, Roxie Barnes, a whirlwind of smiles and hope. Just a light-hearted young woman from Houston, she is eager to build her own life in Center Point, TX by following her aunt’s footsteps. She’s had an eye on the handsome Dakota Rivers since her arrival. The day he comes to the post office, she finds herself wrapped up in his journey.
As Dakota and Roxie start off on their adventure for the past, their lives become intertwined. It’s impossible to say what will happen in their futures––it’s up to them and choices must be made. Although Dakota’s history makes him hesitant to grow close to anyone else, he will have to overcome his uncertainty if he wants to keep Roxie in his life.
No matter what Dakota discovers about his past, the choices remain. What will he do to help Rivernrun Pastures recover from the fire? Is he willing to free up his heart to keep Roxie in his life? As Dakota seeks to understand who he was in the beginning, Roxie is there to help him decide on the future. But can they do it together? Can Roxie show Dakota that love can overcome an uncertain past?