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Flying Cross Ranch
Series · 6 books · 2021-2022

Books in series

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#1

His Vow to Love

2021

Air Force Pilot Charlie Matthews has flown to the farthest reaches of the world, but he can never seem to reconnect with his first, and only love. Will their latest reunion finally land them on a path to forever? After years of service in the Air Force, Charlie Matthews is finally hanging up his wings and coming home for good to the Flying Cross Ranch to help his ailing father. And after nearly a decade of short layovers and missed connections, Charlie is finally swooping back to sweep the love of his life off her feet. Unfortunately, he discovers the woman who makes his heart soar is about to depart on a one way ticket out of town. Growing up in the foster care system, Savy James has always wanted her very own forever home. Now a foster mother herself, she’s devastated when the government declares her land protected for wild horses, meaning she and her ragtag bunch of foster kids will once again be uprooted, this time to the other side of the state. Being separated once again from Charlie is too much to bear, but he can’t leave his sick father and she’d never ask him to. Determined to make this work, Charlie offers up his ranch to Savy and the kids. But the children aren’t used to his tough love. After Savy’s free-spirited ways, Charlie’s military style of discipline does not endear him to them. And when one of the kids makes a dangerous choice that leads a social worker to question their fitness as parents, Savy’s big, happy family is in jeopardy once again. Can a true love that's stood the test of time and space weather the storm of rebel youth? Find out in His Vow to Love, the first in a series of heartwarming stories that prove that falling in love is an act of heroism, but finding family is life's most extraordinary achievement.
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Heroes of Purple Heart Ranch

2021

In this collection of wholesome military romance novels, Active Duty, Retired Veterans, and Wounded Warriors all come to find out that love can truly heal all wounds in these light-hearted, sweet romances of convenient arrangements that unfold into lasting love on the Purple Heart Ranch! In On His Bended Knee, in order to save his beloved ranch for wounded veterans, Dylan must get married. Maggie needs to find a home for her and her special needs dogs. A marriage of convenience could solve both their problems, but can two wounded souls believe in the power of true love? In The Rancher takes his Convenient Bride, insta-love alters the plan when an Army Ranger makes a calculated deal to wed a female rancher in a modern day marriage of convenience. In His Pledge to Honor, a general’s daughter can rehabilitate the most wounded of horses. But when an injured soldier shows up at her ranch as part of her father’s last command, will she follow his lead down a trail of love? In His Vow to Love, Air Force Pilot Charlie Matthews has flown to the farthest reaches of the world, but he can never seem to reconnect with his first, and only love. Will their latest reunion finally land them on a path to forever?
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#2

His Vow to Treasure

2022

JAG Officer Joe Matthews can't afford a scandal when he comes home to run for political office. So finally admitting his feelings for his free-spirited childhood crush is probably not gonna be good for his image. For years, Joe Matthews has tried to convince his heart that it was illogical to pine for his childhood best friend. Foxy James was the most impractical, irrational, incongruous, beautiful, bold, bright… wait, where was he going with this? Joe's current trajectory is to become the county District Attorney, where he'll be able to help keep the scales of justice in balance and help protect foster kids like him. Professing his feelings for his psychic best friend would certainly tip the scales out of balance. As a clairsentient, Foxy James knows with a certainty that her one true love will show up…one day…eventually. Okay, so her abilities are not an exact science. To pass the time while she waits for him, Foxy has decided to dedicate her life to helping kids in foster care. When she gets a feeling that a foster kid is in trouble, she enlists the help of her childhood best friend to help her save the day. Joe should definitely not allow himself to be pulled into another one of Foxy's harebrained schemes based on the tingling in her tummy when he's so close to a political appointment. But the thought of the woman he loves placing herself in harm's way is enough to convince Joe to slay an imaginary dragon for her. Joe has always been Foxy's hero, but when she gets a flash that he's also her one true love, she's floored. And then annoyed it took him so long to reveal himself to her. But mostly thrilled that her gut got one right and fate brought her the perfect man after all. Only once they claim their love, both of Joe's and Foxy's futures are in jeopardy. When Foxy comes face to face with a very real villain that threatens the livelihoods of the vulnerable foster children she's sworn to care for, will her word hold any sway for the town to believe her this time? And if Joe makes his relationship with the town psychic public, he just may lose their vote of confidence? Can a fated love that's waited an eternity to be revealed stand strong in the light of reality? Find out in His Vow to Treasure, the second in a series of heartwarming stories that prove that falling in love is an act of heroism, but finding family is life's most extraordinary achievement.
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#3

His Vow to Adore

2022

Growing up a pacifist in a family of soldiers wasn't the hardest thing Will Matthews has ever done. The hardest thing he ever did was let his brother steal his lines of poetry and deliver them as if they were his own to the girl of Will's dreams. But now, years after the couple's tumultuous breakup, Will has the chance to win his true love's heart. But will he find the courage to tell her how he feels using his own words? Tricksy James has been singing her song of heartbreak since her sisters' trio broke up and left her solo. Tired of being alone and singing the angsty song about her ex, Tricksy's ready for a new start. But with her sisters' double wedding coming up, Tricksy's feeling left out again. That's until she hatches a plan to become the fake fiancée of her childhood friend. It wasn't the beginning Tricksy was looking for, but once she's back home, she's not so sure that being in Will's embrace is a bad place to end up. Will's hoping that by pretending to be in love, Tricksy will come to realize it's the real thing between them. But will Tricksy be able to let go of the past and sing a new tune with the new man pulling at her heartstrings? Find out in His Vow to Adore , the third in a series of heartwarming stories that prove that falling in love is an act of heroism, but finding family is life's most extraordinary achievement.
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His Vow to Trust

2022

Fighter Pilot Topher Matthews prefers to fly on the highway to a danger zone. But when a female airman alters his flight path, will he change his trajectory? Airman Toni Solis dreamed of soaring high in a military career. Unfortunately, an accident while on mission derails her plans and sends her crashing back to earth. With nowhere to go and no reliable family to turn to, help comes from the most unexpected place—the hotshot pilot responsible for ending her career. Topher Matthews was piloting the craft that crashed with Solis on it. His first instinct was to scoop the injured female soldier into his arms. Months later, he's still having trouble letting thoughts of Airman Solis go. Bringing her to his family ranch to get better will be best for all involved. But staying by her side and helping her heal is not a part of his plan. Especially when any woman who gets attached to him always winds up hurt and hating him. Toni is determined to harden her heart against the Air Force’s most notorious player, but when her rehab proves tricky it’s Topher who is continually at her side. The more Toni pushes him away, the closer Topher wants to get, until neither can deny their feelings. Yet the moment he finally gets past her defenses, news arrives that just might send this high-flying couple nose-diving back to loneliness with orders that could deploy their hearts away from one another. Find out in His Vow to Trust, the fourth in a series of heartwarming stories that prove that falling in love is an act of heroism, but finding family is life's most extraordinary achievement.
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His Vow to Respect

2022

ROA Pilot Mateo Matthews is coming in hot for the girl who’s always made his heart flutter, but will their families’ bitter feud leave his attempts DOA? From the first time he saw her scribble a heart on a scrap of paper, Mateo Matthews knew his very soul belonged to Kailyn Jade. To win her heart, he’d first need to cross over enemy lines that were booby-trapped with insults and taunts flung between their siblings. Mateo’s twin brother hates Kailyn’s twin sister, and the feeling is mutual. He’s kept his mouth shut and his heart locked down to avoid putting her in the middle of their siblings’ war. But now he’s done trying to keep the peace between the factions and vows to seek the tranquility he knows can only come when he has Kailyn in his arms. Just when he thinks nothing stands in his way of seeking her out, an opportunity that could skyrocket both their careers comes between Mateo and the woman who makes his heart race. As an artist, Kailyn Jade studies some of the world’s most inspiring artwork. But none steals her breath the way that Mateo Matthews’ smile does. Unlike the artwork she puts on display, Mateo’s smiles are always secret and hidden from the prying eyes of their warring siblings. Yet when he returns home after a long absence, Mateo no longer hides his smiles and wants the two of them to be seen together out in public. Kailyn almost falls for his charm until she learns he’s after the funding for her after school art therapy camp for troubled youth. Fighting is the last thing Kailyn wants to do, but she might have to pick up arms against the charming soldier she’s never been able to get out of her head. Trying to convince Kailyn that they’re not in competition soon takes a back seat for Mateo when their siblings rekindle their childish warfare. If Mateo wants Kailyn on his side, he might have to cut loose his brother. Can these two weary lovers find peace or will their families’ feud tear their hearts to pieces? Find out in His Vow to Respect, the fifth in a series of heartwarming stories that prove that falling in love is an act of heroism, but finding family is life’s most extraordinary achievement.

Author

Shanae Johnson
Shanae Johnson
Author · 39 books

Shanae Johnson was raised by Saturday Morning cartoons and Afterschool Specials. She still doesn’t understand why there isn’t a life lesson that ties the issues of the day together just before bedtime. While she’s still waiting for the meaning of it all, she writes stories to try and figure it all out. And by the way, the E elongates the A. So it’s pronounced Shan-aaaaaaaa. Perfect for a hero to call out across the moors, or up to a balcony. If you hear him calling her name, please send him her way!

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