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Once a Cowboy, Always a Hero: A Taut Texas Thriller

In the heart of Texas, a thrilling narrative unfolds, where a recovering defense attorney, Rachel Maxwell, finds herself at the center of a high-stakes case, while an obsessed killer targets her. Amidst the turmoil, a cowboy named Luke Dawkins, haunted by his own troubled past, steps in to protect her, igniting a sizzling attraction as the danger escalates.

Recovering from a traumatic kidnapping ordeal at the Double K ranch, Rachel Maxwell finds herself questioning her abilities as a brilliant defense attorney. Struggling with lingering panic attacks, she wonders if she can handle a career-making criminal case. Before she can decide, a relentless killer sets his sights on her, drawing the courageous cowboy, Luke Dawkins, to her rescue.

Luke, too, is seeking solace from his own troubled past, having returned to his family's Texas ranch after multiple deployments in the Middle East. Protecting Rachel gives him a newfound purpose, but as their undeniable attraction grows, so does the looming danger.

Praised for her ability to craft "intricate relationships and compellingly plotted suspense," author Joanna Wayne weaves a captivating tale that grips readers from the first page. The taut Texas thriller, Once a Cowboy, Always a Hero, delivers pulse-pounding romantic suspense, as described by New York Times–bestselling author Tess Gerritsen.

As Rachel fights to regain her confidence and confront the demons of her past, she finds an unexpected ally in Luke, a man equally haunted by his own experiences. Together, they must navigate the treacherous waters of the high-profile case, all while fending off a relentless and obsessed killer who seems to be one step ahead.

The sizzling chemistry between Rachel and Luke adds an extra layer of intensity to the story, as they both grapple with their own personal struggles while facing the very real threat of the deadly adversary pursuing them. With each twist and turn, the tension builds, keeping readers on the edge of their seats.

Joanna Wayne's masterful storytelling brings the rugged Texas landscape to life, creating a vivid backdrop for this thrilling tale of suspense and romance. As Rachel and Luke fight to uncover the truth and protect each other, they must confront their own pasts and find the strength to forge a future together.

In the end, Once a Cowboy, Always a Hero is a captivating blend of heart-pounding action, compelling character development, and the powerful pull of love in the face of adversity. Readers will be swept away by this gripping Texas thriller, where the lines between hero and victim blur, and the pursuit of justice becomes a matter of life and death.

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