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    Kelly Eileen Hake
    Shiloh Run Press / 2014 / ePub
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  1. Gazpacho
    Harrison, MI
    Age: 55-65
    Gender: Female
    5 Stars Out Of 5
    Plots and pans is an apt title for this historical western
    August 1, 2014
    Gazpacho
    Harrison, MI
    Age: 55-65
    Gender: Female
    Quality: 5
    Value: 5
    Meets Expectations: 5
    This review was written for Plots and Pans.
    Jessalyn was bold and independent enough to take risks, such as the risk of breaking her neck climbing down stealthily out of dorm room windows to rendezvous with her horse Morning Glory in early mornings or afternoons. She was bold and rebellious enough to eschew four different boarding schools in seven years, and brash and daring enough to board a ship crossing the ocean to American from an English port--alone. She was bold and foolish enough to take a train and eventually a stagecoach, alone, to Texas and the Bar None ranch, her home. To top it off, she was bold and skilled enough on her horse, dressed in split skirts that looked like chaps, a Stetson and common duster and a scarf over her face to approach the ranch and pass for an itinerant hand, given a job, a bunk and a meal by the ranch boss, Tucker Carmichael.

    Tucker Carmichael was not only the foreman for Carson Culpepper's Bar None ranch, he was part owner. Before his death, Carson charged his son Ed, and Tucker with Jess's care. Tucker took that job to heart, perhaps a bit too much, especially after he had seen her. What happens when spunk and impulsive meets responsible, stubborn and controlling?

    I loved the author's attention to detail, especially in her description of the round-up, the preparations the women had to make for the drive, and the meals cooked for these events. I could easily picture all of it in my mind from her detailed accounts. It gave this book a unique point of view, from the cook's perspective.

    Another thing I appreciated about this story is the relationship between Aunt Desta and Jess that developed in the short span of time this book covers. The author skillfully conveys the warmth of understanding between the more mature woman and young Jess, who needs Desta for spiritual guidance as well as her friendship and the sense of family she was deprived of for so many years. It was Desta who ferreted out that under her bold and brash exterior Jess was insecure and in need of stability and a sense of belonging. And it was Desta who realized that Jess's attitude toward God reflected her feelings of anger and abandonment from her father because he sent her away to school. Through the hardships of the cattle drive, Desta played an important role in helping Jess resolve these issues.

    Thirdly, I enjoyed see the evolving relationship between Jess and Tucker. Both needed to dig deeply inside themselves to find compromises they could live with. Their journey toward a romance was filled with potholes, but endearing nevertheless. I enjoyed how the author used humor to help iron out some of those wrinkles. Overall, this was a fun book to read and I can heartily recommend it.

    Disclosure of Material Connection: I received a complimentary review copy of this book from NetGalley on behalf of Barbour Publishing, Inc. I was not required to write a positive review. The opinions I have expressed are my own. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commissions 16 CFR, Part 255: Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising.
  2. Mrs ARS
    5 Stars Out Of 5
    Clever Title
    June 7, 2014
    Mrs ARS
    Quality: 5
    Value: 5
    Meets Expectations: 5
    This review was written for Plots and Pans.
    In Plots and Pans we meet Jessalyn Culpepper getting into one scrape or another in the beginning. Her father had sent her away when she was 12, from their Texas ranch to Britain, where her late mother was from, so that she could learn to be a lady. More than that though, her father sent her away because he thought that was the only way he could protect her from the dangers of the cattle ranch. However, Jessalyn just doesn't fit in nor does she want to, so for the next seven years she is kicked out of one school after another. By the time she is ready for her father to send for her to come home, she receives some devastating news from her brother, Ed, who tells her just to stay in England till he can come fetch her. More than ready to come home, she decides to come home without letting anyone know she is on her way. When she finally gets to her beloved ranch she has many surprises in store for her. Relations she was not aware of, and her brother is not there to greet her. Instead it is Tucker Carmichael, the ranch foreman and part owner. He is set to protect her no matter what, and she is set to prove herself worthy no matter what. Those two butting heads can be quite comical to watch as their love story unfolds. There is another side romance story also blossoming. I really felt for Jessalyn and why she tried so hard to prove herself worthy. Her father, out of his love and what he thought was best at the time, sent her far away and never came back to bring her home. Then when she meets Tucker, he treats her like a child and I think at least in the beginning did not think she belonged on the ranch. I was rooting for her all the way. I received this book from The Book Club Network, Inc. and the opinions are my own.
  3. SusanP
    Michigan
    Age: 35-44
    Gender: female
    5 Stars Out Of 5
    engaging, fun cowboy story!
    May 9, 2014
    SusanP
    Michigan
    Age: 35-44
    Gender: female
    Quality: 5
    Value: 5
    Meets Expectations: 5
    This review was written for Plots and Pans.
    What a fun, heartwarming story about two stubborn people who learn to see beyond their own wants. I fell in love instantly with both Jess, the cowgirl in a society she doesn't belong in, and Tucker, the cowboy trying to run a ranch. This author has a "voice" that I am totally in love with and could read all day long. The language and wording make this a smooth, engaging up-all-nighter. She makes you cheer for Jess, fighting to do what she wants on the ranch she grew up on, and Tucker, the man wanting to keep Jess safe and away from ranch life. The two butt heads from the beginning and have a hard time seeing the other's point of view. The secondary characters are so lovable you can't help but root for their happy ending too (which I won't give away here!). I highly recommend this book and any others by this talented writer!

    Given book by bookfun.org for an honest review
  4. Grammie
    Age: 55-65
    Gender: female
    5 Stars Out Of 5
    Plots and Pans
    December 1, 2014
    Grammie
    Age: 55-65
    Gender: female
    Quality: 5
    Value: 5
    Meets Expectations: 5
    This was a great read. I always like Kelly Eileen Hake she catches my interest on the first page and keeps it until the very last page. I love historical settings.
  5. jenilee220
    Ohio
    Age: 25-34
    Gender: female
    5 Stars Out Of 5
    July 21, 2014
    jenilee220
    Ohio
    Age: 25-34
    Gender: female
    Quality: 5
    Value: 5
    Meets Expectations: 5
    This review was written for Plots and Pans.
    Another really great book selection to tell you about! I had so much fun reading this book. Kelly's books are always enjoyable and Plots and Pans was absolutely enjoyable!

    From the first page where you learn some history of the characters to the first chapter where their pasts collide into the present to the following chapters that complete the story, you will love this book.

    I love when there is history between the characters and that is well-played in their story. This book did that and more. History, family, faith, forgiveness, and of course, romance are all themes woven through the story.

    Kathy Eileen Hake is a fantastic author and her books are a joy to read.
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