Claiming the Cowgirl, by Jody Hedlund, tells the story of Serena Taylor. She must find a husband and she is using a list to help her focus on her selection. After Serena’s husband died this past summer, she is heading back to her family’s home in Oklahoma. After her father-in-law tried to take custody of her 2-year-old son, Serena’s number one priority is to find a safe man to build a life with!
When Serena’s stops in Fairplay, Colorado along the way, you will be surprised at what happens in this town. Shortly after Serena adds Weston Oakley to her list of possible husbands, his housekeeper actually declares to one of his brothers that they are married!
Before you know it, Serena and Weston are traveling to his family’s ranch to celebrate Christmas. It will be interesting to see what comes of this quick marriage, without really knowing each other first!
This is an interesting novella to follow, especially when her former father-in-law shows up in town!