Tall, Tanned & Texan

Tomboy Deanie Codge is determined to find her inner vixen at E.D.E.N. a lush, tropical resort catering to learning how to be sexy. With over-protective older brothers, Deanie is determined to go from mechanic to diva in just a few days. But her brothers send Rance McGraw, the very man on whom she had a crush to watch over her. Rance figures it's an easy assignment, until he gets a view of the new and improved Deanie Codge. Now, he's thinking somebody ought to protect him from her! I was thrilled to finally get to read Rance's story. A fan of all three McGraw brothers from Romeo, Texas, Ms. Raye delivers a one-two-three knockout punch of scorching hot men and the women strong enough to stand up to them. Although Deanie doesn't make it to the resort, she gets quite the education in Rance's arms, and the two of them come to terms with their past in what is a very emotional read. The book is part of the 24 hours: Island Fling series, and writing a book that takes place in only 24 hours is no small feat. With a microscope on all aspects of these characters' lives, including their emotions, the book is one great roller coaster ride. The chemistry, which first sparked between these characters long before the book begins, is awesome, and neither one of these strong individuals is willing to give an inch. I loved reading this novel and heartily recommend it. It's a great story in which we watch two well-drawn characters learn the truth about themselves and love. Bravo! Well done!