THE BACK COVER SAYS:

She saw the sunset in his eyes...

Sexy Native American Ethan Stormwalker vowed never again to speak to his ex-flame, Cindy Wagner. But when she showed up at his dude ranch wearing a wedding gown - without a groom - all promises were off. Gone was the girl who had broken his heart, and in her place...an utterly irresistible woman.

Runaway bride Cindy Wagner forever longed for past love Ethan Stormwalker. And with one look into his untamed gaze, the years of silence that hung between them melted away. But loving Ethan came with a price. Could Cindy turn her back on the life her family wanted for her to live for the man she was born to love?

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ROMANTIC TIMES SAID: Cindy Wagner walks out of her wedding into the waiting limo and escapes to the Elk Valley Dude Ranch, intending to think about her life. Little did she know Ethan Stormwalker, the man she’d been in love with since she was 16, was working at the ranch. Cindy and Ethan discover life sometimes give you a second chance at love.

Madeline Baker makes the jump from Native American historical romances to series romance with grace. Dude Ranch Bride is a lovely read.
Judith Rippelmeyer

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I have read many Native American books but this is one of the best to date. DUDE RANCH BRIDE is creatively written with beautiful Native American tales woven into the story, bringing this wonderful culture to life for me. The hero, Ethan Stormwalker, is proud and strong, and his spirit shines through as his heart battles his pride, to win the love of the one woman that the Great One has chosen for him. DUDE RANCH BRIDE is endearingly fantastic!!! Eliabeth Benway

Welcome to the wonderful world of Madeline Baker. You have known her work through her books like LACEY'S WAY, APACHE RUNAWAY, CHASE THE LIGHTNING, UNFORGETTABLE, SPIRIT'S SONG, and many others. She steps again into the present and provides for our reading enjoyment another luscious hero and heroine. Ethan and Cindy are your typical star-crossed lovers, kept apart by misunderstandings and the rules of a society with which neither are particularly thrilled. Dude Ranch Bride is their story and it is one you won't want to miss. From the time they meet again, Ethan and Cindy fight the feelings that may just be old embers. The question they must ask is do they want to stir them and see if they will still flame. Nothing has changed in their lives. Ethan is still an Indian, and Cindy is still a white woman. Elk Valley Dude Ranch may hold some surprises for them both.
Once again, Ms Baker has given us memorable characters and beautiful settings to take us on a romantic adventure. Dude Ranch Bride gives a look into the life of a dude ranch, and also the unique and beautiful dances of the American Indians. Her love of the subject, her skill as a writer, and her extensive knowledge and many contacts allow her to pull us into the story with the authentic details and touches that are often forgotten. Come along and join her for another fabulous read. Romance at Heart Magazine

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"A must read contemporary romance"
It is Cindy Wagner's wedding day and she is far from happy. She realizes that she isn't in love with Paul and just can't go through with it. As they stand before the minister Cindy musters up the courage to tell him that she can't marry him. She makes a dash for the door and jumps in the waiting limousine. There is only one man in her heart and it isn't the groom.

This is a modern day romance sprinkled with Indian lore. Madeline Baker continues to draw fans into her world of sinfully handsome heroes and feisty heroines. She has always been keeper shelf status for me and DUDE RANCH BRIDE is another example of why.Tami Sutton
The Best Reviews

THE BACK COVER COPY SAYS ~

He was gorgeous...from his cutoff tee and skintight jeans down to his scuffed boots. She's only dared to sneak a peek. Then, with a knowing wink and a roguish grin, the sexy cowboy was gone. Callie Walker figured she must have been hallucinating. But when she took a wrong turn on a dark country road, she awoke in her car to see him rapping on her window.

Cade Kills Thunder had no idea what city-girl Callie was doing in rugged country like Montana. One thing was clear. he couldn't leave her out there. But bringing her back to his ranch was asking for trouble. Especially since he suspected that the irresistible redhead was more than capable of changing his not-the-marrying-kind lifestyle...for good!

We Write Romance.com said ~

This novel made me cry and laugh with joy. It really put me thru all the emotions. It is a must read for all the romantics out there.