Shadow Maverick Ranch Series by Parker Kincade

Gavin Mathis is ready to settle down. He’s quit his job and come home to Shadow Maverick Ranch to do just that. Too bad his decision caused his beautiful former colleague to lose her job. Lauren Delgado is a no-nonsense businesswoman. She’s had a crush on Gavin for years, but has a strict “hand-off” policy with the men she works with. When her life takes an unexpected turn, there’s nothing to stop her from accepting his invitation to Galveston Island, where the policy is definitely hands-on.

Paxton Mathis is committed to bachelorhood. One failed marriage was more than enough to remind him of the dangers of getting too close. He has his work on the ranch; he has his family. He has everything he needs. Event planner Reese Jameson accepted the job at Shadow Maverick Ranch for one reason: to face her biggest regret. Paxton Mathis was her first love, her first everything. And ten years ago, after a night of unbridled passion, it all came crashing down... morePaxton Mathis is committed to bachelorhood. One failed marriage was more than enough to remind him of the dangers of getting too close. He has his work on the ranch; he has his family. He has everything he needs. Event planner Reese Jameson accepted the job at Shadow Maverick Ranch for one reason: to face her biggest regret. Paxton Mathis was her first love, her first everything. And ten years ago, after a night of unbridled passion, it all came crashing down. The moment they see each other again, it’s clear the years haven’t doused the heat between them. On the contrary, their flames burn hotter than ever. Despite Paxton’s attempts to keep things casual, old feelings emerge alongside a fierce hunger to keep Reese in his life forever. Reese willingly accepts Paxton’s need to keep things casual, but she’s worried her heart won’t get the message. When Paxton is forced to face his fears, will history repeat itself, or will he take a chance on a whole new future? less

Unlike his brothers, Clayton Mathis isn’t looking for the woman of his dreams. He works hard, plays harder, and enjoys every minute of it. And with his family preparing to expand Shadow Maverick Ranch, settling down is the last thing on his mind—until a sexy blonde makes him an offer he can’t refuse. Of all the men in the bar, Ainsley Russell has to go and proposition the one man who will cause her nothing but trouble. The Mathis family has been persistent in their bid to buy her property... moreUnlike his brothers, Clayton Mathis isn’t looking for the woman of his dreams. He works hard, plays harder, and enjoys every minute of it. And with his family preparing to expand Shadow Maverick Ranch, settling down is the last thing on his mind—until a sexy blonde makes him an offer he can’t refuse. Of all the men in the bar, Ainsley Russell has to go and proposition the one man who will cause her nothing but trouble. The Mathis family has been persistent in their bid to buy her property. Inheriting her uncle’s ranch has given her the first home she’s ever known … along with a mountain of debt that threatens to take it all away. After learning Clay’s identity, Ainsley can’t run fast enough. Or far enough … since the gorgeous cowboy shows up on her doorstep the next morning, looking to pick up where they left off the night before… less

This is a 7,700 word bonus short story from the Shadow Maverick Ranch series.You've been cordially invited to the wedding of Gavin Mathis and Lauren Delgado.Gavin has waited long enough to make Lauren his. He iscounting the days until he will stand before his family and friends and pledgehis life to hers. For better or worse. Forever. Lauren is more than ready to say her vows, but with theconstruction of their new home far behind deadline, she knows there's only onething she can do .. moreThis is a 7,700 word bonus short story from the Shadow Maverick Ranch series.You've been cordially invited to the wedding of Gavin Mathis and Lauren Delgado.Gavin has waited long enough to make Lauren his. He iscounting the days until he will stand before his family and friends and pledgehis life to hers. For better or worse. Forever. Lauren is more than ready to say her vows, but with theconstruction of their new home far behind deadline, she knows there's only onething she can do ... cancel the honeymoon so she and Gavin can supervise thecompletion themselves. Gavin knows arguing with Lauren will get him nowhere. Butmissed deadlines aren't worth missing a pleasure-filled week alone with hisbride-to-be.  It's time to take matters into his own hands...For more of the Mathis Family: Shadow Maverick Ranch Novella Series:White Collar Cowboy, Book 1Borrowed Cowboy, Book 2Cowboy Redeemed, Book 3White Collar Wedding - Book 3.5 less