Montana Glory
by R.C. Ryan
Paperback: 384 pages
Publisher: Forever
Available: October 26, 2010
Genre: Contemporary Western Romance
Source: Publisher
The last thing in the world Zane McCord wants is a wife. But after returning home to the family ranch in Montana to help his cousins search for the lost treasure that is their legacy, Zane can’t help notice that love and marriage seem to be contagious. Both his cousins have succumbed, but he refuses. Determined to stay a bachelor till he dies, Zane wants to devote his time to filming documentaries and taking care of the ranch…and then Riley Mason walks into his life.
The last thing on Riley Mason’s mind is romance. Sent to the McCord ranch to save the family’s accounting problems, she only wants to impress her firm in Helena and be on her way. Life as a single mother isn’t easy and she needs to impress her bosses for a raise. But when Zane McCord opens the door, her breath catches in her throat and a desire she’s never experienced before takes over her. When the McCords insist that she and her daughter, Summer stay at the ranch, she’s forced to give in and before long, she’s pulled into their search for the long lost treasure. But she absolutely draws the line at getting involved with Zane McCord, playboy and heartbreaker extraordinaire.
But as they all get closer to finding Coot’s lost treasure, a dangerous series of accidents target Riley and her daughter Summer. Can Zane keep her safe while trying to win her heart?
Reviewed by: Sophia (FV)
Montana Glory is the third and final book in the Montana trilogy by R.C. Ryan. I have read both of previous books and followed the McCord cousins through their search for the lost family fortune throughout the series. With this being the last book in the series I looked forward to not only a nice conclusion to the hunt but also Zane’s story since he’s been my favorite of the McCord cousins since the beginning.
City girl Riley Mason has come to the ranch to sort out the accounting for the ranch. She has arrived from Philadelphia with her young daughter in tow looking to make a fresh start as far away from the city as possible. She is a single mother and has a few dangerous secrets in her past so the last thing she’s looking for is a romantic relationship. But when she meets Zane McCord, she finds herself very attracted to him.
Zane McCord is that last hold out. His two cousins have both found love and are enjoying married life with their brides. Zane is a ladies man but has no interest in settling down though. His parents had an unhappy marriage and he has no interest in going down that road. When the new accountant arrives on the ranch he likes what sees but the ranch foreman warns Zane to leave her alone. She is on the ranch to do a job, not be romanced by the McCord family playboy. But Zane can’t seem to stay away, finding himself more and more attracted as he gets to know Riley better. Even more her daughter Summer has captured his heart as well.
As Zane and Riley’s relationship begins to become more than friendship, Riley confides in Zane about her past and reveals a dangerous secret. Zane is determined to protect Riley and Summer from the danger that surrounds them.
Montana Glory is a nice conclusion to this trilogy. No loose ends were left and for the most part I was happy with how it all played out. Zane is my favorite McCord cousin but I was disappointed that we did not learn more about him in his own book. I felt like everything I knew about Zane I learned in previous books and I had really hoped to get to know him a little better in this book. He’s the sexiest of the three cousins and I just wanted more Zane time.
I really felt that this was more Riley’s story than it was Zane’s since her character seemed more developed. She’s a likable heroine and a fantastic match for Zane and I enjoyed watching as the mystery of her past played out. I don’t always care for the way single mothers are portrayed in romance novels but I think it was handled well and I enjoyed Riley’s daughter Summer. She was cute and fit into the McCord family nicely.
As with the previous books, the bulk of the story was a build up to an action scene near the end. As the story comes to head, and the action is upon us and suddenly, it’s over. I was surprised at how quickly all was resolved and our characters were moving on after such a big explosive scene.
I love a good cowboy romance and I enjoyed the final book in this series. I was happy to see Zane and Riley and the rest of the McCords find happiness and I was satisfied with how all the mysteries finally came to a conclusion.
Books in this series include:
- Montana Legacy
- Montana Destiny
- Montana Glory
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***Giveaway***
Thanks to Hachette Book Group I have 5 copies of Montana Glory to giveaway! Because the prizes are mailed directly from the publisher, only residents of the U.S. or Canada are eligible to win, no P.O. Boxes, please. Winners will be subject to the one copy per household rule, which means that if they win the same title in two or more contests, they will receive only one copy of the title in the mail.
To enter, leave a comment on this review telling me what your favorite western romance series or novel is, or if you don’t have one, tell me why you’re interested in reading Montana Glory.
Giveaway is open until November 15, winners announced soon after.
About Sophia (FV)
Am I so shallow to want more sexy in my cowboy reads? Nice review Sophia
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I just finished this one and totally agree Ms FV.
Leontine–If you are then I am LOL. I really enjoyed this series though. I liked that it was a planned three book series so I knew the mysteries would be solved soon etc. There are sexy times, just not a lot.
Tori–Thanks!
I would love to win this book! The only Western romance books I have read are the Montana Creed's series by Linda Lael Miller. I loved those books and it opened my eyes to westerns. I never thought I would like them being a total city girl, but I devoured them. Please enter me
june111@att.net
i am interested in reading montana glory because i am always looking for new authors and series to read. since i found this site i have found quite a few new authors to read and have enjoyed. i love to read books of all sorts. i have only read a few western romances before and have enjoyed them. always love to find something new to check out.
I loved the first two books and I can't wait to see how the story ends. Thanks for the giveaway!
myra0502@yahoo.com
Cowboys –> Check
Montana –> check
I blame Bookaddict Patti for restarting my obsession with cowboys *again*.
Nice review FV.
I love a good cowboy story and most of the ones I've read are historical. I've never read a contemporary western or anything by this author yet so I'll have to give her a try. Thanks for the review annhonATaolDOTcom
I have never read a western romance so would love to give it a try!
littleone At shaw DOT ca
I have read the first 2 Montana books, so I am looking forward to reading the conclusion to the series.
castings at mindspring dot com
Great review!
Made me want to buy this book now! Wish I lived in the U.S so I could enter le sigh will have to add it to my list instead
I loved the first two books and I can't wait to read Montana Glory!!!
Thank you for a awesome giveaway!!
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I don't have a favorite western romance but I do love reading about cowboys. I love reading a variety of different types of romance. Please enter me in contest. The book sounds really good. Tore923@aol.com
I have read the Montana Creed's series as well. I love the mixture of city and country life. I would love to win a copy of this book. Thanks for the giveaway.
smccar1 at hotmail dot com
I loved Linda Lael Millers Montana Creed series.
I enjoyed the Rose series by Julie Garwood. (hated the movie adaptation)
d.septer at insightbb.com
One of my favorite western series is an old Intimate Moments series by Linda Turner called The Wild West.
marlenebreakfield(at)yahoo(dot)com
I own the first two books in this series and I would love to read the third one. Although I haven't read many western romance books so I don't have a favorite yet.
Thanks for the great giveaway!
apk1princess@live.com
Lost treasure, Legacy, good looking cousins, romance….It's been a long, long time since I have read a cowboy romance but, this sounds good so since I will need to buy the 1st 2 books, it would be wonderful to win this one.
gcpeach17 at aol dot com
Oh wow… Okay I want to call dibs on this one too!!! I mean how many brothers can one hussy have…. All of them!!! Come' on please!!!
Thanks for the great giveaway! Please count me in!
alliwantandmorebooks@ gmail.com
I am a fan of the first two books and loved them and want to know how the series will end
tbarrettno1 at gmail dot com
I love cowboys and western books, But I like mine on the steamier side, but I'd love to win this one for my Mom. You wouldn't believe how many books I have for her for Christmas one more would just be great!!!
chirth7@yahoo.com
I would like to read this because I read the first two books and enjoyed them. I didn't realize this one had come out. Thanks!
pbclark(at)netins(dot)net
I loved the first book in this series and would love to read this book. I love western romances.
Crystal816[at]hotmail[dot}com
I've read a couple of Carolyn Brown's Honky Tonk books and I really enjoyed them.
cwilliams127 at gmail dot com
I'm interested in winning this one. I have the other two in my TBR stack.
andrea.infinger@gmail.com
I enjoy Western romances. My favorite series right now is Linda Lael Miller's McKettricks of Texas – those are some hot cowboys.
Barbed1951(at)aol(dot)com
I do love Lorelei James' Rough Riders series. Wow, is it ever smokin hot, but tamer is okay also.
jen(at)delux(dot)com
Hello, there!
I read Montana Legacy and loved it and I'm not a big western fan, either I'm behind now, but I look forward in continuing the series.
Thanks,
Tracey D
booklover0226 at gmail dot com
I don't have a favorite western romance series. But since I live in Texas, I figure I'm overdue. Reading Montana Legacy could be just the nudge I need to find one! Thanks for hosting the giveaway. (Email in profile.)
I haven't read western books and have heard good things about this and would like to give it a try.
lovemybabysquid@yahoo.com
I'd like to read Montana Glory because I've thought of moving out west myself.
Would love to win this book. I read western romances all the time. Love those Cowboys.
An older bunch but loved them all – The Conard County series by Rachel Lee
Ziggywag at yahoo dot com
I am interested in reading this because I'm currently reading Montana Legacy.
rsgrandinetti@yahoo(dot)com
I don't have a favorite but love to read a variety of books.
slb3334@gmail.com
I love a good western/cowboy book. I don't have a favorite. But this one is very interesting.
stanleybilly(at)bellsouth(dot)net
I've got to say Linda Lael Miller is probably my favorite western author–I've liked just about all of her books.
farrell@crosslake.net
I'd like to win and read this book because it would be a change for me. I don't normally read this genre.
bgcchs(at)yahoo(dot)com
I would like to win because I've read the second book, Montana Destiny and would like to know the conclusion.
He's cute on the cover!
edgenemmers@gmail.com
I am interested in reading Montana Glory because I read both Montana Legacy and Montana Destiny.
prizeentry @ wesharewithyou dot com
oooh I didn't even know this book was out already! I've read the first two and would love to finish the trilogy!
stormraven at gmail dot com
I suppose the Montana series would be my favourite since it;s the only western series I've read. I'd love to read this because I read one of the other books in the series and loooooved it
ayoung3360@hotmail.com
I never read any before, but this looks like a must-read.
George Ferris
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i would love to read this because i love western romance novels, i do not have a favorite
susansmoaks at gmail dot com
I've read a lot of Linda Lael Miller's books
s2s2 at comcast dot net
I like romantic westerns and this sounds like a good one
Oh gosh, who doesn't love cowboys??
I really want to read this because the single mother character is not portrayed as helpless. I would love to read about her character.
Thanks for the great giveaway
mrsjohnson1982 at yahoo dot com
I like Montana Legacy and I am going to be reading Montana Destiny soon, so I would love to have this book too. nickbug2000@gmail.com
I want to read this because it sounds like a good read. Most of the western romances I read are historical fiction. vidomich(at)yahoo(dot)com
The first book of this trilogy was my favorite.
henglish at nb dot sympatico dot ca
One of my favorite Romance Western series is the Linda Lael Miller's Montana Creed series. lkvoyer at aol dot com