“One riot, one Ranger” that is how the saying goes. But in “The Cowboy Who Came Calling” written by Linda Broday, the second title to her latest series “Texas Heroes” published under Sourcebooks Casablanca (February 6, 2018). We come to learn that even a Ranger needs assistance now again.

Luke McClain from an early age, knew what and who he wanted to be. A Texas Ranger, a person who brought the lawless to justice. But with one ambush, those dreams were torn in two. Now, he must find the person responsible to clear his name.

Along, the way he runs into Glory Day a young woman who struggles to support her mother and two younger sisters when her father was accused of robbing a bank, caught and sent to prison.

She knows that there will come a day when she would be unable to help the one she loves like she use to. However, she must march on, especially, if she wants to save the homeland before she loses her vision. To do this, she must first track down and bring a dangerous criminal to justice...ALIVE.

I loved how Linda Broday built the characters, by the third chapter it was like you knew these characters for years. The courage and strength that Glory demonstrated were inspiring. Luke though on the run, found the time to do what he does best, help when help was needed, even at the risk sometimes of his own life. This story had some wonderful secondary characters as well, you couldn’t help but fall in love with them.

The wonderful moments between Luke and Glory was done superbly. Inserted at the correct moment throughout the story, which kept the book in a nice rhythm.

The Cowboy Who Came Calling an inspirational tale of strength and courage in the old west. How nothing is insurmountable when you have love of family standing by your side.

A reprint from 2003. Linda Broday never fails to have a strong female, a romantic story, some history and a good story,,,,oh yes a handsome cowboy. If you didn’t read this series the first printing now is the time to catch up and be a lifelong fan.

If Western romances is your catnip- this is worth reading. Personally, I felt there was too many cliches in this story for it to be a great read. Western romance are, in general, filled with cliches already. But the westerns I’ve most enjoyed have turned something (the hero, heroine, storyline) on its head somewhat to make he romance part of the story feel new and refreshing. This story did not. It was chock full of nonsensical phrases such as falling in love with the other characters eyes (no other shade of blue like it in all of Texas) and perpetually gorgeous hair. Nothing bad or offensive- just flat out cheesy. Not my style.

In The Cowboy Who Came Calling we have the second book in the Texas Heroes series. this book features a passionate and drama filled story that will definitely test your emotions and mood.

Our key players that take an active role are:

Glory Day, our heroine, who is starting to lose her vision and having to take charge of her family with her father sick and in jail.
Luke McClain, our hero, who is a ex Texas Ranger, he is on the hunt for a criminal that can clear his name.

Glory Day, is responsible for taking care of her family. With her father been arrested and sick in jail, her mother inconsolable, Glory is doing everything she can to take care of her mother and sisters. And soon their home is going to be foreclosed if they don’t come up with the funds. When Glory stumbles across a criminal with a high reward, she faces off with a mysterious cowoby who wants the same man for himself and he then gets shot in the crossfire.

At first these two aren’t a huge fan of each other, more on Glory’s side than on Luke. Despite the fact that Luke has been shot because of Glory, you would think that he would have more negative feelings toward Glory but he doesn’t. There is a strong attraction between them, but Glory is cynical and stubborn especially when it comes to the male species. I wouldn’t say I liked Glory at all. Her personality was a bit too rough for my liking. She is the first heroine from Linda Broday that I really struggled with in ways that I didn’t want to struggle but it kept happening, and she was way too stubborn for her own good.

I did however fall heavily for our hero, who is beyond honorable. Despite the way that Glory is so suspsicious of him and his actions, he tends to prove so kind and understanding and doesn’t judge her at all. I loved that about him, when he was way too nice for Glory in my opinion. I also admired how much he gives back to Glory and her family, in ways that he didn’t even need to but he did it because of his caring and affection for them and because he is a man of honor and I adored that.

There were many wonderful moments between these two, and I just loved the setting and the heroine dealing with being blind and the struggles that come along with that. The romance that built between these two was simply wonderful and once Glory overcame her stubborness and mistrust than their relationship really flourished and once that moment happens I didn’t want to put this one away. AN INTRIGUING ROMANTIC TALE IN THE AMERICAN WEST!!!

Luke and Glory's story is one you don't want to pass up ! It's that true , unselfish love we all wish for in life that they find in each other that makes this book so special. Luke would go to the ends of the world if it meant he could make Glory's hard life easier and lighter. Yes , there's adventure and tons of laughter but more than anything this book is overflowing with a beautiful love story .The Cowboy Who Came Calling can teach us all something and that is what true riches can be had by putting others needs before ourselves.

Glory's worse fear has happened. Sh'e loosing her sight. Her family depends on her in so many ways, that the burden is practically too much to handle. And her secret is too hard to keep from everyone. Luke is an answer to prayers, question is who was praying for him. Glory surely didn't. She fights what they might have with all that she has. Lucky for her, Luke is a very patient man.

Was super cute and fun! Loved the way the characters were developed and thought they were really interesting! Very cute happy ending!

Linda Broday is a consummate storyteller who can create magic with her words that will transport the reader to any place and time that she chooses to take them. “The Cowboy Who Came a Calling” is one such masterpiece where the reader is immersed in the late 1880’s in Santa Anna Texas. Glory Marie Day has a hard life with her father in prison for a crime he did not commit, providing for her family and trying to not lose her family’s farm, she finds herself willing to do whatever it takes; even going after a wanted outlaw in order to claim the bounty that is offered on his head. Luke McClain is a disgraced Texas Ranger who has set out to clear his name by hunting down the same outlaw that Glory has set her hopes and dreams on. Luke feels responsible for Glory losing out on the money she had counted on and makes it his mission to help her take care of her family even if she does not want it while he continues to unwind the tangled web of deceit that has torn apart his life and hurt Glory and her family. I was given an advanced copy of this book, and all of the opinions expressed in this review are my own.

Strong female lead is so nice to read. Glory overcame so much in this stiry, and I hope the sisters get a story of their own. Patience is everyone's annoying little sister and quite fun! I loved like as well, fighting his own battles and get pulling through for them. I really enjoyed it.

2017 was the year of Linda Broday for me. This is my third book by her and after discovering her broken yet still courageous characters, I am officially a fan.

While the main plot of this story was a romance, I loved that the backbone was family. Glory works hard to keep her family afloat and she puts their comfort and lives above all else, including her health. But the familial love wasn't only one sided:

"Hope lay on the bed and stroked Glory's back. "You're the glue, the driving force, that holds Mama, Patience, and me together. We can't just give up on life simply because you got a raw deal. I refuse to do that. A quiver filled her voice. "If you're not strong enough to fight, I'll do it for you until you can get some starch back in your spine."

There were times I became frustrated with Luke and Glory not saying what they meant, but overall I enjoyed their relationship, from accidental shooting to confessions of love.

Of course, this being the wild west, there are outlaws, cowboys, and certainly a few close calls.

Luke is the brother of Duel McClain, the main character in Knight on the Texas Plains, but both books can be read as stand-alones.

3.75 stars

After reading and enjoying the first book in the Texas Heroes series, I knew I wanted to get my hands on Luke's book. I probably have mentioned it a couple of times, but I am going to do it again: Historical Western Romances are my not-so-guilty pleasures. I have devoured hundreds of them already, and still can't get enough of them. However, I am pickier with my choices. Let's get back to this book. I enjoyed it but didn't love it as much as the first book. The characters were great and I loved all the different personalities shown in the book. The main female character Glory is a very strong and independent woman, who is providing for her two younger sisters and mother. There was just so much weight on her shoulders. Then there is Luke, who was introduced in the previous book. Who is a former Texas Ranger and has a couple of unfinished business.

I loved how Glory and Luke met. She is definitely NOT a woman who you want to mess with. Luke was very mysterious towards Glory and her family, but he was an expert in getting in everyone's good graces except Glory's. She was suspicious of him and did her best to keep a wall between them. There was some misunderstandings that could've been resolved if they just talked it out. But I can't blame Glory for keeping her feelings to herself, she didn't want to put herself out there to be turned down. I enjoyed the banter between Glory and her youngest sister Patience. She was just such a sassy young girl. She was hilarious and had Luke wrapped around her finger. What I loved the most was the development of the relationship between Glory and Luke. The author took her time to have these two get to know each other. However, in the end it was a bit rushed and there was no epilogue which left me wanting more. Nonetheless, this was a very enjoyable and solid historical romance with great characters. I am looking forward to the next book in the series.