I read the first two books in the series so I started this book. I have been a fan if the author Linda Broday for years. This was. a good story but not her best. If you read her other books pick this one up. If not, pass on it.

Interesting story and great lovers to enemies to lovers story. This story was something new for me since I have never read a book set in the Wild West. I really enjoyed the feud and the lovers finding each other again.

Renowned, respected, and feared across the state of Texas, the Legend family are larger than life, heroic, and frontier tough, but they have been pulled into a feud that makes it mighty difficult on the love life of one of their own. Linda Broday’s western romances are a particular treat with her attention to Frontier era flavor, sparkling romance, and an attention demanding plot.



A Man of Legend is the third and final entry in the Lone Star Legends series spinning off as the next generation to the Men of Legend trilogy. It is flexible and can be read standalone since the author fills in the backstory nicely, but I love these so I recommend starting from the beginning.



Crockett Legend screwed up when he was a young man. He let the love of his life slip through his fingers because he tried to force her to choose him or the career she wanted. A dispute of a piece of property divided the two neighboring families and she took her family’s side in the matter. Crockett hasn’t seen her in years, but he never stopped loving or wanting Paisley. He has a lot of trust-building to do, but Crockett decides she is worth it no matter what.



Paisley Mahone had given her heart to Crockett until he demanded she betray her very self and then the feud happened to chill the fires of love permanently. She’s a full-fledged nurse now with respect and her patients love her. Going home because her father passed brings her back into a volatile encounter with the man she put behind her, but frustratingly the sparks are still there. And, when she sets aside her anger, she is able to see that the youthful, demanding Crockett has matured and might be worth a second chance just like the Legends aren’t the evil people she has always believed on the word of her father and brother. Can she give the second chance her heart yearns for?



A Man of Legend is a full-emotion encounter and felt well-settled in the turn of the twentieth century descriptions from the period. It is charged with feeling from the get go. It feels enemies to lovers with a crackling tingle of electricity between Crockett and Paisley and then slowly resolves to something deeper touching on a whole lot more than family feuding and loyalty. Crockett spouted off immaturely and arrogantly when he was younger, but he has spent years learning and developing into a solid, thinking, man- a man strong enough to stand beside an equally strong woman that Paisley was and is. She’s take charge because of her nursing calling and she has had to fight to earn her chops. I loved seeing her in action. And, I loved seeing this pair get back on track stronger than ever through adversity.



The feud was ugly and at the heart of it all was a greedy, hateful man who I wanted to come to a nasty end. A couple men determined to take unlawfully what they couldn’t get honestly were behind it all. It made for a good, taunt tension and action element in the story. I felt sorry for Paisley a little, but her vulnerable sister in law and kids a lot. But, it was ultimately a chance to see Crockett and the Legend family in action once again which I wouldn’t miss for worlds.



Incidentally, I have to give kudos to Casanova the Parrot who stole the show several times with his timely random phrases when things were getting too angsty.



I did not want this book and series to come to an end. I even dragged my feet about starting this last book and wanted to take my time with it, but it wouldn’t be reined in and carried me along through to the amazing end. Finishing strong and leaving me feeling euphoric and fondly dwelling on the world and bits from the series I most loved, I can guarantee this will make a favorite reads list for the year. Historical Romance fans who want some western frontier action should definitely pick up the series for try.

I must admit that as I never been to the states and especially Texas part, I don’t know much about wild western history and everything that entitles.
It was a pleasant surprise to read a historical romance story where the setting is not done in the well known regency era but on another land different from the old British one.
I enjoyed the push and pull of the characters when they have to overcome their families feuds while they reconnect and find their ways to that well deserved happily ever after.
The interactions were interesting to see how it will evolve and that chemistry has bloomed from the first time they’ve been reunited.
An interesting story overall with all the new additions of technology and the changes and challenges that will come with it all.
While this was my first book by the author, it won’t be the last for sure.

Very grateful to the publisher for my review copy

Wow!! A Man of Legend is a wonderful historical, western, historical romance with a slight thrilling element. Author Linda Broday has completely captured my interest and imagination with this book. The story happens in the early 20th century just when technology had started to make its advent in the society and we get to witness all the new, exciting things that had started happening during those times, in the Wild West region of Texas, through the eyes of the wonderful characters of this book.

We meet Crocket and Paisley, childhood sweethearts turned enemies, due to the dynamics between their families. We meet them as they connect again due to unforeseen circumstances and get to know them, while they find their way back to each other and surpass the danger surrounding Crockett's ranch, Lone Star and Paisley.

I absolutely loved the way all the characters had been written and I particularly loved Crockett. He is lovable and a nice human being. I most specifically loved the way the progression of Crockett and Paisley's relationship was written by the author. The story was very interesting and captured my interest almost immediately. The pace of the story was sufficiently engaging and it never lets up.

The author Linda Broday is very talented and knows how to tell an interesting story. She has brought out the early 20th century alive, in front of the reader's eyes, through this book. In fact, it got me interested to know more about that time. Working the nuances of the drastic changes that happened then into the story and the imagination of the impact they would have had on the minds of the people of those times, makes for an interesting point of view for a person of this century. I absolutely enjoyed this book and will be sure to check out this author's future works.

This book is a must-read for all historical romance lovers who like stories set in the early 20th century.

First Impressions
A Man of Legend is the most latest release of the Lone Star Legend series, I am not sure if this is the finale or if we will get one more book in the series, but I will say that this one was my favorite of the series. I absolutely every single bit of this book. I was able to rotate between the ARC and the audiobook, which was quite fun to do with this book. I was impressed with how this one was written, as it charmed me in all of the best of ways. I was so fascinated by how this author was writing this book here. I will say that if you love audiobooks then you MUST grab this in audio, I felt like the narration was very well done and I honestly couldn’t put the audio down once I had picked it up. I was completely hooked. Another plus is there minimal modern sensibility in this book, as the previous two books had it more heavily, so I really liked it was a bit lighter. Those who have read this one probably know what I mean by this. I was definitely drawn into the family feud that was introduced and also the enemies to lovers romance that was on point!

Summary
A Man of Legend begins with the return of Crockett Legend who is on his way home on the train but he also runs into Paisley Mahone, who was the girl he once loved but hurt years previously. They meet on a train, and passions and tensions rise between the two. But Paisley refuses to trust any Legend,. The Mahone and the Legend’s have been in a family feud and neither family trusts the other. Now with Paisley’s father and brother killed, she blames the Legend family even though deep down she knows it was due to her brother’s crimes that he died in prison. Despite the fact that there is this turmoil between the families, Paisley can’t deny her feelings for Crockett, or the chemistry that is between them. Crockett knows that he hurt Paisley but now he is older and more mature and is determined to win his girl back, no matter what it takes. He knows that his family isn’t the issue in the feud and there are secrets that are hidden. But will Paisley let her pride keep her from embracing the kind of love worth fighting for or will she let the man who has always held her heart go?

What I Loved
There were so many elements that come into play that just fed my romantic heart with this book and I am not sure why I waited so long to read this one. I had the ARC and I feel bad for not reading it sooner, however, I really have to be in the mood for the modern sensibility of historical’s and I just wasn’t quite in the mood or it. But then I was in the mood and I ended up loving this story so much. First off, I have really been loving the enemies-to-lovers trope so much lately (I am not sure if it’s the water I am drinking or what haha) but I am loving all the angst. Plus it has the family feud theme and anyone that knows my reading tastes knows that is my catnip when it comes to historical westerns. I really loved that it had a second chance in the relationship as well. I was so intrigued that these two were once together and ended it. Honestly, both Crockett and Paisley made mistakes when they were kids. They have such a level of maturity that I was drawn to. They handled their new life situations so well and I definitely wanted them both to reach their HEA. Our hero, Crockett, is a lawyer and has been away to law school, but he decides to come home and win Paisley and his devotion to his family and to the woman he loves was so endearing. I really respected him dearly in this one here. Then we have our heroine, Paisley, who even though at the beginning she doesn’t trust the Legend family, she also begins to see how evil her brother has become. My heart ached for her sister-in-law and nephew (there are some triggers here so check the trigger warnings below) I also want to say that I adored the family bonds that we see are cultivated. Also, there were a bunch of side characters that I absolutely adored….we have a hilarious parrot and man the laughs this bird evoked were real y’all. Also, there is this young handicapped cowboy where seriously I would beg this author to write his story because he deserves it! The romance that develops between Crockett and Paisley was beyond loveable. You really see how their individual growth plays such a vital role in them embracing their newfound relationship and healing from the past. They have this level of maturity to let go of the hurts of the past and misunderstandings and start with a clean slate. I really admired their wisdom in building a fresh start together. They had these beautiful moments that evoked such tender poignancy which is sure to deliver in all of the feels.

What I Struggled With
I will say the only issue I had was the modernism within the heroine’s character. It was more lightly glazed, so it didn’t bother me too much. But I am sorry but this is Texas early 1900’s and women and careers were not normalized at all. There were some women that were driven to it, but society’s view of it was still more traditional. Heck even 20 years ago it was still like that haha It just didn’t feel that authentic and will appeal more to those that prefer the modern sensibility in their historicals. However, it wasn’t super heavily present, so it didn’t rub me the wrong way too much and is the only factor that keeps this book from being a full five-star read.

The Narration
When the audio was released, I knew I had to listen and I am telling you I listened to it in one sitting!! That is not common for me so that should convey how much I adored the narration, I am not sure if its the same narrator as the previous two books. BUT wow I am still stunned by the level of talent that was portrayed in it. This is definitely a narrator I will be listening to much more because their style just captivated me from the beginning and I couldn’t get enough and I became addicted to the style in which it was done.

Overall View
A Man of Legend is an epic tale of two lovers that have been separated and now come together and face their new fresh start as well as facing the dangers and secret reveals and embrace a strength together that is beyond endearing and will capture the reader’s heart!

I really enjoyed Crockett and Paisley's story. The feuding between the families just added another level of excitement to the story. It was so fun to watch them get their HEA! 🥰

Dreams and dreamers, Ahhhhh, to be one of them. To be able to look into your heart and soul, see what you want and know it will happen. Dreamers make the world go round. There would be no advances in medicine or technology if it weren’t for dreamers. How boring life would be without dreamers. Who are these dreamers? In a Man of Legend, it is Paisley and Crockett, possibly Hilda and Tye. We see their dreams coming true in a myriad of ways. But, is it hard for a dreamer to trust in their dreams? Most definitely, yes. What is a dreamer? A “dreamer is a person who visions their ambitions to plant the seeds of the future. Dreams are realities in waiting.” Author Unknown.

In A Man of Legend, realities abound and try to trash the dreams of those so inclined, but dreamers will continue to dream until it is reality. So why do dreamers make A Man of Legend such a special book? Because, Linda Broday, in her infinite wisdom, shows her readers reality and dreamers are a part of reality. Her characters are so real, you feel you know them and will be friends forever. You feel their pain and their frustration. But Linda Broday lets them develop as if they are real people.

For example, when Crockett first met Paisley, he was a brash young man who thought he had the answers to everything. Losing Paisley, he found who he was and found his dreams. While Paisley thought she could resist him, her heart knew better and slowly but surely, she fell in love with the new Crockett.

I could go on and on about this book. As wonderful as Linda Broday’s books have been, this has been the best one yet. However, I mush mention the ending without giving anything away. Linda is one of the few authors that can take an ending that ties it all together and make it a surprise ending. You have to read to the last sentence or you will miss out.

A Man of Legend is the final book in the Legend Series. How I hate to see them go, but “the times they are a changin’” and it is time to move on. Linda Broday has so many ideas for stories. I cannot wait to read them all. But the Legends will always have a special place in my mind and my heart! Thank you Linda Broday for this wonderful family you have shared with all of us.

This is such a neat series. I love that we get to follow the kids on their journey through life now. Crockett & Paisley have an interesting story and I am glad I read it. This feels like an old school romance that makes you all warm and fuzzy inside. I loved the premise and how they worked through it. I love the Legend family and hope there will be more books around the family.

Two young lovers ripped apartA family feud turned deadlyA secret waiting to be unearthedAnd a passion no one could ever denyCrockett Legend has always loved Paisley Mahone, but a family feud sure can ruin a romance. When her father turned against the powerful Legend clan.When I started reading I couldn't put it down. Linda Broday is magnifysent and amazing writer.I cannot wait to read more of there books.Keep up the great work.You should definitely read this book.Can't wait for the next book

Texas 1908

Lost love, a feud between families that seems like will never end and a chance to come to a possible truce. Yep, Linda Broday is one of my favorite writers of historical westerns, with her bigger than life characters, vivid descriptions and high emotions, her stories always leave me with a big Sigh!

Crockett and Paisley had spent their childhood together and he had loved her. Unfortunately they were pulled apart by a feud and it seemed there would always be a void between them.

That is until three years later they wind up on a train together and of all things, robbers try to hold up the passengers. Then the journey begins!

Truly enjoyed this wonderful story and look forward to more from this fantastic author!

I have voluntarily read and reviewed a copy of this title given to me via NetGalley. Wow what can I say about this title it was just an awesome read. This book was just something so wonderfully different I’ve never quite read anything like this. You should read to find out you won’t be disappointed. I’m definitely going to read more by this author.

I have enjoyed every book in this series and am sad to see it end. The Legends are well, legend! They are what people think of when they imagine the West and what Texans are....independent, loyal, strong, brave, family and they won't be pushed around. However, when there is a feud, look out! Crockett and Paisley have loved each other for years but they are on opposite sides of that feud. However, Paisley quickly comes to realize that her family has no leg to stand on. It was all her father and brother's greed and evil thinking that drove them to create a feud that wasn't really there. Her brother, Farrel, is one mean guy! He creates a lot of problems for the Legends, but I was very impressed at how they never sought revenge. They always went through legal channels to try to get him stopped. Paisley is a nurse, and I enjoyed her nursing patients so much. She was made for that job! Although the story focused on her and Crockett, the other characters were wonderful. The author really developed all the characters. The young boy, Tye, was a delight, along with the parrot, Cassanova! I loved so many parts of this book. It was hard to see it end!

Crockett Legend has always loved Paisley Mahone and deep down Paisley has always loved Crockett. Unfortunately, her family starts a land war with his family but makes her believe his family is at fault.

Seriously, this book has it all, family feuding, supposed affair, secrets, lies, love, loss, friendship, forgiveness, action, passion, everything

Linda Broday's books always have excellently written characters and plotlines which grab your attention from start to finish. Her books leave your satisfied yet always craving the next story. A Man of Legend is wonderful and easily 5🌟/5🌟, it's amazing!

A Man of Legend is the third, and last, book in Linda Broday's wonderful Lone Star Legends series. In fact, it's an end to the entire saga of the Legends. NOOOOOOOOOOOO!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I have loved all that I read of this marvelous family, but I do recognize that it's time to move on. (I'm just a wee bit weepy at the moment. It's funny how some fictional families become so real to us over time.)

Growing up, Crockett Legend and Paisley Mahone always figured they would be together. But times changed, and Crockett was more interested in building his law practice, then becoming a judge; he didn't take seriously Paisley's ambitions to be a nurse. They grew apart. But then came the family feud between the Legends and the Mahones. Paisley's brother died in prison, and he was sentenced by none other than Crockett. Now Paisley's father has died, and she is going home to bury him. She and Crockett end up on the same train, which is held up by outlaws. A young outlaw is shot, and they work together to keep the boy alive. Things become tense for Paisley at home, when it's obvious her brother Farrel has become an evil man and he wants her dead. Paisley, Farrel's abused wife Hilda and son Tye are taken in by the Legends to be kept safe, even knowing the danger will grow. Will Crocket and Paisley take advantage of the second chance life seems to have given them?

This book was the perfect ending to this series! It was obvious Crockett and Paisley (his nickname for her was "Firefly"...so sweet!) were meant to be together. I liked the fact that before the family feud broke them apart for years, they separated because their lives seemed to grow in different directions. It gave them both an opportunity to reflect on what happened and where they had gone wrong.. Once the animosity about the feud was set aside, they knew how they had to work for the life they desired together. Crockett had become a judge, but cattle ranching was still his true love. Paisley had grown to be quite an accomplished nurse, and she was able to assist the Legends when the doctor for their compound broke his leg. Crockett was very protective of Paisley; but like all the women for the Legends, she was no shrinking violet! She fit right in with the rest of the clan women. Their wonderful chemistry and sexual intimacy was on the page, but it was not graphic, keeping with this series. It dealt more with emotions than the descriptions of acts. There were some great side characters here, such as Paisley's patients Dallam (an injured cowboy) and Gus (a cantankerous man who liked to throw things). However, props must be given to Casanova, a talking parrot who was left to Crockett by a deceased friend. That noisy critter stole the show. It was great to be reunited with a lot of the Legend family from previous books, especially 89-year-old Grandpa Stoker. The epilogue was bittersweet, but also showed the love this family had for one another and their futures. I hate to see the end of the Legends, but I'm really excited to see what Ms. Broday comes up with next for us...it's bound to be fantastic!

I received an ARC of this book courtesy of the publisher and NetGalley. I received no compensation for my review, and all thoughts and opinions expressed are entirely my own.

Heat Factor: It’s medium spice–there are certainly scenes but they’re not down-to-the-minute detailed and they aren’t too plentiful

Character Chemistry: Initially very juvenile and irrational but ends up mature and deep

Plot: Paisley moves back to her hometown after the untimely death of her father, convinced that her first love’s family is behind it. Crockett is still as smitten as ever, but until Paisley sees that his family is pure as the driven snow, they can’t be together. Plus, the unhinged and abusive brother wants to kill everyone.

Overall: It’s a classic western, slower paced and sometimes a bit flat, but the plot ultimately carries the story just fine.

So here’s the general plot of this book–Paisley moves home for her father’s funeral, convinced that the Legend family is behind it. But she doesn’t really have any real, valid reason to feel that way–pretty much her older brother and father are the only ones who think so. In the meantime, Crockett is convinced that if he can just prove his family’s innocence, they’ll be home free and on date three. Simultaneously, Paisley’s brother Farrel is clearly abusing his wife and son, and when Paisley takes them and flees to the Legends for protection, Farrel will stop at nothing to exact retribution. Plus, there’s some drama with land ownership.

This book isn’t short–clocking in at 36 chapters and an epilogue, it’s hefty. And there’s a lot going on–there are multiple plot threads going on simultaneously. Initially, Paisley and Crockett’s relationship is a little off. I didn’t buy it, mostly because Paisley is supposed to be a poised and educated nurse but she’s prone to meltdowns and irrational choices. Crockett is supposed to be a successful judge, but he reads like an illogical hothead. (At one point, he’s temporarily blinded and invites himself to Paisley’s father’s funeral where he KNOWS Farrel will be livid, and when Farrel insults him, Crockett immediately throws down for a fight where he gets maybe one punch in before he gets socked in the stomach. Because…you know. He can’t see?)

I hung in there though, and I do have to admit that Paisley and Crockett turned things around really nicely. I worried Paisley would flake out and bail on Crockett for unbelievable reasons, but it didn’t happen. They really do mature and develop, and it’s a grounding, satisfying backdrop for all the other shenanigans that go on.

One thing that made it a longer read, too, was the pace. The sentences were all structured basically the same, and it ends up feeling kind of…flat. Even scenes that should have been really tense and gripping due to the action occurring on the page felt measured and even-keeled because the sentences and rhythm were basically consistent throughout. (I’ll have an upcoming Hearts and Crafts on this–stay tuned.)

I also clocked some cultural factors I really can’t put my finger on–I’m not well-versed in the life and times of the average historical Mexican-American/cowboy, so I did feel around and do some light research. I’m not really confident on the accuracy of the depiction here, but I felt like, for example, the clothing choices of one of the Mexican-American cowboys seemed a bit caricatured. (It seemed like the garb was perhaps accurate for a formal setting in real life but not in the casual example in the book.) I really can’t say for sure though, and it didn’t really throw me off the book–just made me stop and wonder.

All in all, this was pretty enjoyable but I didn’t end the book hankering for the next in the series. I think the plot was well done, but I lost attention a few times and it was hard to maintain my focus due to the writing style–which is absolutely a personal preference. If you like meandering westerns, this is probably a pretty solid read.

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LOVE THIS!! As usual, Linda Broday's novel is so captivating that I hardly can put it down. The last story of the Legend family, fell on Crockett, who can't let go of his old flame, even though their family are in feud. Wonderful story include the final farewell from the many Legend tales. I really enjoy meeting some new characters, and previous people we read in earlier series.

A Man of Legend by Linda Broday is a book written about the early twentieth century and a feud between two families that has outlasted its impetus and has now just turned into unadulterated hate by one of the parties. Crockett Legend, the son of one of the richest families in Texas, and Paisley Mahone had been in love once, now she hated him. He had not understood her need to do something with her life and they'd both been too young to understand how to work out their differences. They ended up on the same ill-fated train as she traveled home for her father's funeral and it hit him, as he watched her try to save a life, the mistake he had made. When is was all over, she still was not ready to be friends and, instead, returned to her father's, now her brother's home. The feud escalated in violence and paisley, her sister-in-law, Hilda, and nephew, Tye, fled and ended up at the only place there was to go: the Legend ranch and Crockett. It was a very complicated situation that ended in open warfare. Her brother had clearly lost his mind.

This was a complicated story with all kinds of subplots. It was not only a good romance but, a story of the west at a time of transition. Automobiles were just coming into common usage and ranchers can be slow to change. It was an interesting bit of social history. Crockett and his family were all about protecting Paisley and ending the ridiculous feud, but didn't notice when they were being set up, which mirrors real life for trusting, honest folks who only notice overt acts by bad people, not subtle ones. It was an interesting story, one full of twists and turns and good writing. I like it.

I was invited to read a free e-ARC of A Man of Legend by Sourcebooks Casablanca, through Netgalley. All thoughts and opinions are mine. #netgalley #sourcebookscasablanca #lindabroday #amanoflegend

I absolutely love reading this series by one of my favorite authors. Ms Broday has written a fantastic western romance with feuding families, adventure and secrets. This book can be read as a stand alone. The characters were fully developed with thoughts and feelings of their own.
I thought Crockett Legend was a true cowboy who loves his family, but sometimes he feels pressure of being a part of the Legend. He also has madly loved Paisley Mahone for many years, but a family feud has kept them apart. Crockett will do anything for her but time will tell if he can change her mind.
They are pulled together in circumstances involving train robbers and saving a young boy's life.
It will take these two lonely people to come to grips with the past so there can be a future for love.
I appreciate Net Galley for this ARC title in which I gave an honest review.

A Man of Legend is the third book in the Lone Star Legends series. The main character Crockett is Houston and Lara's son, whose story was told in The Heart of a Texas Cowboy. The majority of this book takes place on the Lone Star Ranch, so you'll see a lot of familiar faces appear if you've read any of Linda Broday's other books. It was such a delight to see how everyone was doing and I could really feel the love between all the members of the Legend family. This book is a second-chance historical western romance. Paisley Mahone is Crockett's love interest. They broke up when both of them went their own ways to pursue a career. Crockett became a judge and Paisley a nurse. At the start of this book, Paisley doesn't want anything to do with Crockett because she thinks he had something to do with all the bad things that have been happening to her family. However, the longer she's is around him the more she can't deny the feelings she still has for him. Crockett is straightforward and tells Paisley that he never forgot her and decides to pursue her.

A Man of Legend was a great addition to the series and I enjoyed being reunited and seeing what all my favorite characters were up to. I also loved the banter between Crockett and Paisley, and thought they were a great match. Paisley is a strong and independent woman, and I really enjoyed seeing her protect her family. This book was fun and romantic, but it also had a couple of action-packed scenes that had me on the edge of my seat. Linda Broday is always able to find the right balance between romance and suspense. She is able to keep me intrigued and hooked until the end. I am also always very connected to the characters and feel like a part of their family. Linda has become one of the authors whose books I automatically pick up without having to read what the book is about. There aren't many authors on that list so I really enjoy the stories Linda writes and trust her to deliver great plots and characters every time. I already look forward to her next book.