Ambush at Dry Gulch (The Daltons Book 8)

In this romantic suspense novel, a rugged cowboy must shield a vulnerable widow from a dangerous killer with a personal vendetta. Jake Dalton, a man dedicated to worthy causes, has opened his Texas ranch to underprivileged city kids for the summer. Yet this act of goodwill comes with an unexpected complication - a woman.

Carolina Lambert, a resolute do-gooder, is more than capable of holding her own against any man, including Jake. However, a malicious individual harboring a vicious grudge has set his sights on the beautiful widow, waiting patiently for the perfect moment to strike.

The last person on earth Carolina wants to entrust her life to is R.J. Dalton, Jake's estranged son. But the single father has sworn an oath to keep her safe, no matter the cost. As passion ignites between Carolina and Jake, a deadly predator closes in, threatening to rob them of the love neither expected to find again.

Jake Dalton's belief in noble endeavors has led him to offer his ranch as a summer haven for inner-city youth. Yet this act of compassion has now dragged him into a perilous situation, one that involves a captivating woman with a stubborn streak. Carolina Lambert is more than capable of fending for herself, but a vengeful adversary has marked her as his target, forcing her to rely on the protection of the rugged cowboy.

Tension simmers as Carolina struggles to accept Jake's aid, for R.J. Dalton, his estranged son, is the last man she wishes to trust with her life. However, the single father has made an unwavering commitment to shielding Carolina from the looming danger. As their attraction deepens, the race is on to outwit the deadly pursuer closing in, before they lose their chance at a love neither anticipated.

In the face of a perilous vendetta, Jake Dalton and Carolina Lambert must navigate the treacherous path of passion and peril, fighting to hold onto the unexpected love that has blossomed between them. With a ruthless adversary closing in, their very survival may hang in the balance, testing the strength of their bond and their determination to forge a future together.

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