Review: Great read by a real talent
Rating: 5 out of 5
Date: 11 21, 2000
In 1890 Lame Horse, Montana, Zach Garrett arrives to escort Sarah Kincaide and her son Danny back to Helena. Sarah signed a contract with wealthy Ethan Pembroke in which the single schoolmarm gave up her newborn in exchange for some money. Ethan and his wife Priscilla plan to adopt the infant. Zach, who believes he has no conscience, thinks Ethan is being charitable.Sarah realizes her quest to hide with her beloved Danny is over. On the trail, she thinks back to when Ethan courted and seduced her, a naive teacher. She thought they would marry and even gave him access to her bank account, which he stripped bare. When she told Ethan she was pregnant, he, accompanied by Priscilla, explained the trap they set for her. They offered her cash and her reputation plus a home for the child. Sarah signed the contract, but fled with Danny three days after the lad was born. Meanwhile, Zach feels two new emotions, guilt and love, but still feels he must complete his obligation to Ethan.MONTANA BORN AND BRED is an entertaining and exciting western romance starring two wounded characters healed by love. The story line is very exhilarating especially on the trail, but the ending is a major stretch. The lead couple is a pleasant duo healing through love. Alexis Harrington has written a thrilling western romance that sub-genre fans will fully enjoy. Readers will get lost into the fantasy.Harriet Klausner