Selkirk Family Ranch Series by Irene Vartanoff

Abducted by rancher Baron Selkirk—okay, it was an accident, but now he won't let her go!—former TV child star turned horse whisperer Addie Jelleff enjoys a respite from the media circus that ruined her quiet retreat in Jackson Hole, Wyoming, but she's due back to town to defend her actor pal at his trial very soon... moreAbducted by rancher Baron Selkirk—okay, it was an accident, but now he won't let her go!—former TV child star turned horse whisperer Addie Jelleff enjoys a respite from the media circus that ruined her quiet retreat in Jackson Hole, Wyoming, but she's due back to town to defend her actor pal at his trial very soon. Baron's vast, isolated ranch is only one of his many attractions, but he's awfully domineering and she can't possibly give in to their growing attraction while she's virtually his prisoner, can she? Baron sees the situation differently. Forced to drop his geology career and take over the family ranch, he's frustrated by too many people saying no to him. Isn't he in charge? Why is Addie so mysterious about her past and her commitments to another man? Why won't she give in to Baron, when every time they touch, they catch fire? It's a battle of wills—with neither one backing down. Addie can tame the wildest stallion, but taming her own growing attraction to the high-handed rancher and keeping him from breaking through her defenses requires all her strength—and some help from unexpected sources. Praise for Captive of the Cattle Baron from the judges of the Touch of Magic Contest: "Full of life and real people with distinct, believable voices and personalities." "Love your voice! This was so easy to read. I love it when the author disappears and the story comes to life. Few are able to carry that off well—you have that talent." "Enjoyed the read! You have a great story!" From the judges of The Write Stuff Contest: "Addie’s likeable and she’s acting in a believable manner, so good job there." "The dialogue is quite natural and compelling. Great job!" "I loved the premise of the story." "Your opening scene was great! I love how it started with your two characters meeting each other in not the best circumstances." "I love your characters; both have something they need to redeem in different ways." "From your voice, to your characters, and plot you have an amazing story here." "Great western feel and classic fish out of water story." From the judges of the Emily Contest: "I think you’re a truly talented writer." "I like that you got right into the story, introducing the characters and giving the readers enough back story to pique their curiosity." "Great story. Congratulations!" "It was very clear that Baron and Addie would be an excellent match (beyond their initial physical attraction)." "Very good! Very intriguing and likeable characters. I would totally go horseback riding with Addie." less

Wyoming Ranch Heartache Investment banker Paula Barton harbors a secret love for JD Selkirk, brother of her best friend, but the wounded warrior refuses to leave the VA hospital and get on with his life. Then his brother threatens to sell the family ranch and Paula commits a rash act that puts JD in the middle of the crisis. Her daring tactic leaves her vulnerable to JD’s sudden campaign to charm her, an about-face she knows she shouldn't trust... moreWyoming Ranch Heartache Investment banker Paula Barton harbors a secret love for JD Selkirk, brother of her best friend, but the wounded warrior refuses to leave the VA hospital and get on with his life. Then his brother threatens to sell the family ranch and Paula commits a rash act that puts JD in the middle of the crisis. Her daring tactic leaves her vulnerable to JD’s sudden campaign to charm her, an about-face she knows she shouldn't trust. But how can she resist the man she loves? JD wants to be left alone to brood over the haunting memories of the day an IED blew him up and ended his Army career. When Paula forces him to intervene in the ranch crisis, JD angrily decides to get revenge and use his well-honed seduction skills on her. As the cocky player suddenly faces new physical challenges on the ranch, JD realizes he has more to reckon with than a romantic game. Someone could get hurt. Will it be him, or Paula? less

Tess Selkirk wants it all: her acting career, her share in the vast family ranch in Wyoming—and the love of ranch manager Rolf Pedersen. But Rolf urges her to give up Hollywood, and her brothers won't deal her in on ranch decision-making. Tess knows the stakes are high when she agrees to a poker game with Rolf, but will the winner of the game be the loser of hearts?

When Wyoming ranch hand Cal Davis gets a wake-up call that life is passing him by, he pursues social worker Tanisha Robinson despite her fear of getting involved. Will shocking family secrets and looming changes to the ranch tear them apart?After being a loner for years, Cal's feelings have recently changed. He's not content to drift anymore, and Tanisha is the woman he wants. Tanisha struggles with the idea of dating again... moreWhen Wyoming ranch hand Cal Davis gets a wake-up call that life is passing him by, he pursues social worker Tanisha Robinson despite her fear of getting involved. Will shocking family secrets and looming changes to the ranch tear them apart?After being a loner for years, Cal's feelings have recently changed. He's not content to drift anymore, and Tanisha is the woman he wants. Tanisha struggles with the idea of dating again. She has a daughter in college, she has her important work with wounded veterans, and she has her mother to look after. But Cal is so charming and attractive, and it all feels so right. Everything except turning the isolated area into a boom town, that is. Cal enjoys courting Tanisha, not realizing how much he needs her. Then his complex web of loyalty to the Selkirk family is stretched taut because of the demands of patriarch Robert Selkirk. Bad enough that the boss wants Cal to interfere with Tess Selkirk's plan to revive the nearby town in their desolate corner of Wyoming. When Cal learns another twist to the secret Selkirk family history, the ugly truth pushes him to seek out Tanisha for her warmth and wisdom in his hour of rage and despair. From that moment on, Cal is The Ranch Master. The Ranch Master is Book 4 in the Selkirk Family Ranch series but can be read as a stand-alone. Like all books in this series, The Ranch Master is a sweet contemporary Western romance with a happy ending. Language and sexual details are clean. The Selkirk Family Ranch series:Captive of the Cattle BaronSaving the SoldierCowgirl RescueThe Ranch MasterNotice regarding triggers: This story contains mild gun violence, PTSD, and mention of date rape. Use of narcan as a drug overdose antidote is detailed in a short scene. less

Billionaire casino owner Nathan Halbert walks into Becky Lang's café with a tantalizing offer to buy it—and another more personal and tantalizing offer. A former barrel racer, Becky came home to care for her ill mother and now single-handedly runs the café in the dying small town of Stoverly, Wyoming. Becky's only hope for a better future lies in rich rancher Tess Selkirk's plan to revive the town... moreBillionaire casino owner Nathan Halbert walks into Becky Lang's café with a tantalizing offer to buy it—and another more personal and tantalizing offer. A former barrel racer, Becky came home to care for her ill mother and now single-handedly runs the café in the dying small town of Stoverly, Wyoming. Becky's only hope for a better future lies in rich rancher Tess Selkirk's plan to revive the town. Despite Becky's shock at Nathan's boldness, she is amused and tempted, although she has sworn off meaningless affairs such as Nathan has in mind. Nathan loves a challenge, and he sets out to win Becky by making the desert bloom—with a daring project that will enhance the town revival. Becky is excited to help, and Tess is all over it. As they work together to put the town back on the map, the excitement builds and so does the relationship between Becky and Nathan that neither of them can put a name to. Is this friendship, romance, or possibly even love? less

Hard times have forced Nicole Forrester to return to the small Wyoming town she fled years ago as a pregnant teenager. Her son has special needs, she's out of a job, and they must regroup. Confronting the wealthy Selkirk ranch family that hustled her into exile is not what Nicole wants, but for her teenage son's sake she’ll take the chance this summer and try to stay under the radar... moreHard times have forced Nicole Forrester to return to the small Wyoming town she fled years ago as a pregnant teenager. Her son has special needs, she's out of a job, and they must regroup. Confronting the wealthy Selkirk ranch family that hustled her into exile is not what Nicole wants, but for her teenage son's sake she’ll take the chance this summer and try to stay under the radar. If only the sheriff would stop interfering, she could visit her elderly father, search for a job, and find a new placement for her son. If only the sheriff would stop looking at her. If only she could stop herself from looking back at the handsome man who makes her pulse dance. Sheriff Matt Logan intends to do his job in his usual laid-back manner, checking out who Nicole is, who her son's father is, and what this means to the Selkirk family. To his surprise, he discovers he has a personal interest in Nicole that tangles up his plans for the future. When he asks her out, will she set aside her hostility and say yes? A sweet, discreet romance with clean language, Sheriff Logan Meets His Match can be read as a stand-alone story. The Selkirk Family Ranch series:1. Captive of the Cattle Baron2. Saving the Soldier3. Cowgirl Rescue4. The Ranch Master5. Runaway Rancher6. Becky Lang Rides Again less

Nurse practitioner Lori Schwartz came to Wyoming to forget all she lost in the past, but now she’s ready for a serious relationship with a man again. Is bouncer Rhett Farrell the one? He spends his nights tossing rowdy customers out of the honkytonk. Lori likes watching him do it. Is attraction enough? Then a surprise visitor from her past derails Lori’s happy plan to take a chance on Rhett... moreNurse practitioner Lori Schwartz came to Wyoming to forget all she lost in the past, but now she’s ready for a serious relationship with a man again. Is bouncer Rhett Farrell the one? He spends his nights tossing rowdy customers out of the honkytonk. Lori likes watching him do it. Is attraction enough? Then a surprise visitor from her past derails Lori’s happy plan to take a chance on Rhett. What does her former best friend want with her?Unknown to Lori or anyone else in the small town, Rhett walked away from huge success in Silicon Valley. When his local anonymity suddenly is imperiled by a massive gift from his estranged billionaire father—and an unwelcome visit—Rhett is furious. He and Lori begin to forge a happy bond, but as others keep piling on pressure, anger and hurt threaten to tear them apart.A sweet, discreet romance with clean language, Not Exactly a Billionaire Cowboy can be read as a stand-alone story.The Selkirk Family Ranch Resisting the Cattle BaronSaving the SoldierCowgirl RescueThe Ranch MasterRunaway RancherBecky Lang Rides AgainSheriff Logan Meets His Match less