Lucas - Susan Fisher-Davis

Happy Release Day Susan FIsher-Davis

 

Emily Walters needs help fast. Her ex-husband is being released from prison and Adam swore he’d never let her go. She knows he’ll come for her. Her only choice is one of the bad boys of Dry River, Lucas Taggart. Lucas raised a lot of hell when he was younger and never backed down from anyone. It's what Emily needs in a protector and a husband. She offers him half of her ranch in exchange for protection and marriage. Whispering Pines is one of the largest horse ranches in the States. Would it be enough to entice the brooding man?

Lucas Taggart isn't interested in marriage but he is interested in Whispering Pines and when he looks into Emily’s eyes, he knows it wouldn't be a hardship being married to her, as long as it's a real marriage.

When Adam shows up to claim the woman he still thinks of as his wife, will Lucas have to do the unthinkable to protect the woman he's come to love with all his heart? What happens if or when Adam is finally out of the picture? Will Emily still want Lucas around and will she ever return his love?

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Culinary Cravings with Lydia Michael's and Maureen Mc Cullough

 

 

Maureen McCullough's Irish Cream Recipe

Lydia: Today we visit the big house on McCullough Mountain, home to Frank and Maureen McCullough. We’re in Maureen’s famous kitchen and she’s going to teach us how she makes homemade Irish Cream! Hello, Maureen. Thank you for having us.

Maureen: Hello, dearie. Wonderful to have you here for a visit. Since all of my strapping lads and lovely lasses have left the nest I’m glad to have the company. Can I get you something to drink, coffee, tea, a nip of Tully?

Lydia: Thanks. I’ll have coffee please.

Maureen: *Bustles off to pour coffee* Now, today I’ll be teachin’ you how to make some good old Irish Cream. It’s a simple recipe and all you’ll be needin’ is a blender and some jars. I like to keep mine in mason ars and sometimes I give them away for gifts at the holidays. Oh, but not with much luck. Those bastards I raised like to pilfer my stash. Bunch of sodden drunks they are!

Lydia: *Laughs* Well, we’re all excited to share your recipes. If anything, you’re famous for knowing your way around the kitchen.

 

Maureen: Ain’t that the bloody truth! Without me the natives would get restless. My brood likes to eat, especially my Finnegan, but you’d never tell it to look at him. Built like a brick shit house, that one. All of my boys are too tempting for their own good! Luckily they’re startin' to settle down. Especially my rogue, Kelly. Shocked the shit out of me, that one did. But he’s a good boy, my Kelly.

All right then, enough blathering from me. Let’s get started. You will need:

1 cup heavy cream

1 can (14 oz.) sweetened condensed milk

 

1 2/3 cup Irish whiskey—Our family is partial to Tullamore Dew

1 teaspoon instant coffee granules

2 tablespoons chocolate syrup

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

1 teaspoon almond extract

Set your blender up and combine the heavy cream, sweetened condensed milk, and Irish whiskey—I like to add a touch extra.  *Tips the bottle over the blender to add a surprising amount of whiskey* Add in the instant coffee, chocolate syrup, vanilla extract, and almond extract. It’s fairly simple. Now blend.

*The blender kicks into motion and Maureen continues to shout over the racket*

There’s somewhat of a dispute over whiskey, you know. Some believe Jameson is the traditional Irish Catholic whiskey, but we love our Tully, which is considered an Irish brew. Back in the day it was Jameson versus Bushmills, which was what the Protestants drank. People forget there were only two distilleries, one in the north and one in the south and Ireland can be quite divided. What most people don’t realize is that now a days Bushmills and Jameson are from the same distillery. Bloody nonsense! So we stick to Tullamore dew, simply because the slogan says “Irish True”.

*The blender rattles to a stop*  

And there you have it, love, a bit of history and a delicious batch of homemade Irish Cream! Let’s add some to your coffee. *Tops off mug* You just store this in a tightly sealed container in the refrigerator and give it a wee shake before serving.

Lydia: Delicious! Thank you for sharing with us, Maureen. It’s been fun.

 

Maureen: Of course! And next time you come by I’ll teach you how to make Irish Potatoes. My grand babies love them!

Want to spend more time with Maureen and the sexy McCulloughs? 

Click here to check out Lydia Michaels’ 

McCullough Mountain series! 

 

 

 

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On the Road with SCP, Spring's Delight- Kathleen Ball

 Hunky Cowboy Colt O'Malley has lost what is most important to him. Spring Reed needs a safe place to stay. Can love erase all doubt or will anguish tear them apart?

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His brown eyes were filled with grief. The heavy shadows under his eyes indicated a lack of sleep, and his shoulders slumped in defeat as though he was about to fall over.

     Wrapping her arms around her middle, she stared at him. He was a big man, tall with wide shoulders. Somehow, he looked shrunken. “I’ll stay and make sure you eat. I’m assuming the job is still open.”

     Colt took off his tan Stetson and slapped it against his thigh. His dark hair hung past his collar, and it looked soft blowing in the cold wind. “Look, I don’t know what the hell you are talking about. There is no job. I don’t know what Caleb told you, if he really invited you here at all. It’s not his style to bring girls home.”

     Spring’s heart was in a vice that kept tightening. “He offered me a job keeping the books for you.”

     “Ed, take her back.” The bitterness in his tone was loud and clear.

     “No can do. This little gal was promised a job, and I think you should honor that promise.”

     “Then leave, I’ll take her back myself.”

     “Fine.” Old Ed turned and walked to his truck. When he got the door, he turned toward Colt. “You know I don’t go around handing out advice, but if I was judging by the way you look, I’d say she needs to stay.”

     Colt's eyes raked her over, making her nervous. Finally, he sighed. “Let’s go inside, and get you something warm to wear before I take you back.”

     Numb inside and out, she followed him. The house looked much bigger than she’d pictured. The exterior was wood, covered in peeling paint, but the front porch looked ample. It was hard to judge, however, with all the blowing snow.

     Walking inside, she shivered. It was spring break, and she thought it might be chilly still, but she didn’t have the money to buy a heavier coat or boots. She felt stupid arriving in her windbreaker and sneakers. The snow must be due to melt soon. Warmth was in full bloom in Texas already. Sure, there was a bit of snow remaining at home, but this whole area was still a blanket of cold, white snow.

     The front part of the house had an open floor plan, the kitchen and great room were connected, and a roaring fire in the massive stone fireplace welcomed her.

     “Have a seat, I’ll make coffee.”

     Spring nodded and cleared a place on the cluttered, threadbare couch. Caleb hadn’t exaggerated when he’d told her that they were barely keeping their heads above water. She didn’t mind poor. It was what she’d known all her life.

ADULT  -

Spring glanced over her shoulder and grinned. In her eyes, he spotted happiness and it warmed him. In two long strides, he was beside the ladder. She gingerly turned on the steps as he reached his arms up to her. The way her face lit up gave him the confidence he needed to scoop her up and hold her against him.

“What are you doing?” She laughed as he put her down but he didn’t let go.

“I’ve had something on my mind for a while now.” He studied her dusty pink lips.

“What would that be?” Her voice was husky.

Leaning down, he kissed her and as soon as his tongue touched her lips, she opened for him. Groaning, he deepened the kiss and was thrilled when she put her arms around his neck to pull him closer.

Spring squirmed against him while they kissed. Her kisses were feverish as though she couldn’t get enough, and her tongue tangoed with his in a sexily charged dance. No one had ever kissed him with such passion.

He lifted her until she wrapped her long legs around his waist. They stared at each other. Was he going too fast? When she started to kiss the side of his neck, his question was answered. He set her down on the kitchen counter and quickly took care of her shirt and bra

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Gabe- Susan FIsher- Davis

Gabe Stone can’t get Emma Conner out of his mind, even though he knows she’s not the kind of woman to settle for a fling. Having known Emma all her life, he never noticed how grown up she’d become - until now.
Emma has been in love with Gabe forever. When he finally shows her the attention she’s always hoped for, she falls even deeper in love with him, and soon discovers she’s pregnant. Gabe does right by her. He marries her, and eagerly awaits their baby, but Emma can’t help but wonder if he will ever love her or only the baby?
When danger revisits Clifton, Montana, Gabe discovers the heart can hold a lot of love. But he wonders if he can convince Emma his love is real. And if he succeeds, will she love him in return?

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