Western Seduction – Release date February 8, 2016 – Don’t miss it.
In Brenda Jernigan’s spellbinding novel, a surprise bequest offers three women a fresh start in America, new hope, and the romantic adventure of a lifetime… This is Shannon’s story.
Shannon McKinley flees Scotland to America hoping for a new life. She has answered an ad to be a nanny at Star Ranch in the Texas Territory. It doesn’t matter that she has never been a nanny. If she can handle men…she can handle children. As Shannon tames Luke Griffin’s two wild children, Luke proves a little more difficult as he still mourns his dead wife. Shannon will never accept being second best. As she begins to melt the ice from Luke’s heart, can he really let the past go and take a chance on love?
When a feisty Scot steps out of the stage in Cottonwood, Texas, Luke Griffin can do nothing bur stare. He advertised for old and ugly, but this woman doesn’t fit that description at all. And she is much too small to survive in Texas. He will send her back on the next stage. But for now, Luke will take her to the ranch and ignore the heat that runs though his veins every time she is near him.
In this wild and rugged land, will Shannon’s dark secret endanger the family she has come to love?
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First Review
5 STARS! Set in 1935. Shannon McKinley flees her drunken and domineering father, Angus, when he arranges for her to wed with Buchanan. Shannon leaves Scotland for America and prepares to begin a new life. She answers an advertisement for a nanny and makes a very uncomfortable ride to Texas Territory with her fingers crossed.
Luke Griffin expects an older woman to answer his ad for a mail-order nanny. With his past, Luke has enough to worry about with all the hot heads that come around trying to make a name for themselves as a gunslinger. Since his wife died a few years ago, Luke has had his hands full with running the ranch. This leaves very little time for his children and he does not believe someone as frail-looking as Shannon will be up to the task either. He gives her one month to prove him wrong.
Growing up in the Highlands, Shannon is much tougher than she appears. The children are stubborn and willful, but Shannon is sure that she can turn them around. Eight-year-old Molly and six-year-old Tobey simply need a bit of attention, discipline, and guidance.
As everything begins to settle into place, Shannon realizes that her father has not given up chasing her. Angus has sent two clansmen to America with orders to bring Shannon home, whether she wants to come or not. However, Luke has changed his mind about Shannon, in more ways than one, and the clansmen will have to go through him if they want to reach his fiery-haired lass.
***** FIVE STARS! The story of Shannon and Luke was so much fun to read! I knew upon first meeting the character of Shannon that she was going to give the hero a run for his money – and I was not disappointed. As for Luke, the way the author introduces him shows that there is more to this man than meets the eye. His past experience makes him the perfect match for Shannon. The two are a lot alike and that means you (the readers) are in for a special treat as this romantic adventure unfolds.
Author Brenda Jernigan paints a vivid portrait of the early West that almost made me feel as if I were there. Romance, adventure, and some historical bits thrown into the mix make this story just too good to miss. I cannot recommend this tale highly enough! *****
HUNTRESS REVIEWS Reviewed by Detra Fitch
5 Stars
WESTERN SEDUCTION is a charming story, written by talented author, Brenda Jernigan! It’s her second book in The Seduction Series.
It tells the story of hero Luke Griffin and heroine, Shannon McKinley! Just follow their amazing journey filled with lots of twists and turns, secrets, romance and a touch of humor! You will enjoy the chemistry between her charming characters Luke and Shannon.
A delightful story to add to your TBR list!
*I received a copy in exchange for an honest opinion*
By Nicole Laverdure on January 7, 2016
5 Stars
This book has everything I love in a story-line. Shannon is the nanny from Scotland that Luke hired but….not exactly. She is not old, ugly and easily forgotten. What arrived on the stage was a fiery, young, beauty, with a temper to match. The story itself is engaging and full of adventure. You add a couple darling children to the mix and it’s a winner. I also love the fact that the book can standalone or be enjoyed as part of a series.
By Dorothy on February 9, 2016
5 Stars
I loved this book. Shannon was just what Luke never knew he needed. But there are many adventures to go through before they get together. If a redheaded Scottish spitfire and a tall, lanky cowboy sound like a perfect couple to you, then this book is for you. Buy it. Read it. You won’t be sorry.
By Rose Arbor on February 8, 2016
5 Stars
It kept me from wanting to put it down. All the people were written very well and if the were real I would like them for friends. I like the Texas history she put in with the story to make it so well rounded. It will be a book that will stay in my collection to enjoy many more times to come.
By Marilyn McDonald-Mahuronon January 16, 2016
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Southern Seduction was a finalist in The Booksellers Best Award and The Maggie Award.
Reviews for Southern Seduction
“The first book in Jernigan’s series about three women embarking on new lives in America is an action-packed, sensual tale of the Old South akin to classic plantation novels. The characters reach out of the pages, making a mark on your heart. “ Romantic Times Magazine
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