Welcome Home, Cowboy: A Hero's Welcome Novel

Annie Rains

Apr 2016 · Loveswept

About this ebook

With its thriving military base, Seaside, North Carolina, is teeming with heroes of all stripes. But, as the bestselling Hero’s Welcome series from Annie Rains continues, it takes a cowboy to rescue the town’s newest resident from heartache.
 
After a bad breakup leaves Julie Chandler completely devastated, she comes to Seaside seeking a fresh start. A talented, compassionate yoga teacher, she has developed a program to help alleviate the effects of PTSD, but getting a bunch of bullheaded Marines into downward facing dog might be impossible. So Julie’s shocked when one of her first students dives in headfirst—and almost tempts her to take down her walls with his easy smile and electrifying touch.
 
Ever since Texas cowboy turned Marine pilot Lawson Phillips lost a crew member in a helicopter accident, he hasn’t been able to fly. When a psychologist orders him to attend, of all things, a yoga class, Lawson’s outraged—until he finds out Julie is the instructor. She’s beautiful, graceful, and completely guarded when it comes to his advances, but he’s determined to find out what makes her tick. Because underneath Julie’s hard shell is a woman Lawson knows he could fall for—and he’s not ready for the ride to end.
 
Praise for Welcome Home, Cowboy
 
“Annie Rains didn’t disappoint with this new story, and pulled me right into the book, making me fall in love once again with her characters, the small town setting and an emotional story that made my heart soar. I think I’ll never get enough of this series!”—Roberta’s Dreamworld
 
“Welcome Home, Cowboy is sweet and entertaining, with a little side of playfulness. The characters were loveable and the storyline was able to fully capture my attention.”—Hines and Bigham’s Literary Tryst
 
“A story that made me smile, laugh out loud, shed a tear, and sigh so deeply, while telling a tale of love, and loss.”—Books and Spoons
 
“Great book! Not only was it a great, heartwarming, and spicy romance, but it was a book of hope, second chances, finding strength inside oneself, and making life better.”—Devilishly Delicious Book Reviews, on Welcome Home, Cowboy

Includes an excerpt from another Loveswept title.

Ratings and reviews

Since losing a crew member in a helicopter, Marine pilot Lawson is unable to even get near a helicopter again without having an anxiety attack. So what does his psychologist recommend as a great stress reliever; yoga. As you can imagine this strong, military man was less than thrilled at having to take what he probably considered a “girly” class. And as luck would have it, Julie has returned to Seaside, North Carolina in the hopes of opening a yoga studio for veterans. Even though she will not get paid, Julie jumps at the chance to conduct classes at the center. She is confident that if she can get her foot in the door and show the benefits of yoga for PTSD, she will be offered a paying job. Julie and Lawson’s relationship starts a little rocky. Their first encounter does not go well, think of wet puddle, and he is certainly not happy about being forced to take her class, which is clearly evident to Julie. Even though neither one of them is ready for a relationship, one develops none the less and rather quickly I might add. Overall easy, quick book to read. Of course you have your typical bumps along the road, but they did not detract from the story. Not a lot of inner turmoil. Both characters are likeable. Supporting characters are fun. Look forward to more books by this author.

I really like this one. I thought the MC of Julie Chandler and Lawson Phillips were both quite intriguing. I must say I didn't feel the chemistry between them that I wanted but they did work well both together and individually. Julie came to Seaside, NC after a particularly bad breakup and as hard as she's tried she can't find a job. She's down to her last ditch effort when she pitches an idea for a yoga class for troubled veterans and enlisted military. She's given a very tentative go ahead on the program so she has a month to prove how effective it can be. Lawson is dealing with a loss of his crew after a helicopter accident. He hasn't been able to fly since and if he doesn't get his PTSD under control soon his flying career will be up in smoke. When his therapists orders him to attend a new therapeutic yoga class as part of his rehabilitation he can't believe it. One look at the instructor though and he's willing to give it a chance! This was a great read and it's definitely one I would recommend.

About the author

Annie Rains is a USA Today bestselling author who writes small town love stories set in fictional towns on the coast of North Carolina. Raised in one of America’s largest military communities, Annie often features heroes who fight for their countries, while also fighting for a place to call home and a good woman to love. When Annie isn’t writing, she’s spending time with her husband and three children, or reading a book by one of her favorite authors.