Books like Coulda been a cowboy by Brenda Novak
Tyson Garnier, a celebrated pro‑football player, is suddenly thrust into a public scandal when an illegitimate child surfaces. To salvage his career and protect his family, he hires Dakota Brown, a plain‑spoken, no‑nonsense nanny who has no interest in football or Tyson’s unstable personal life. Dakota stresses the importance of the child’s well‑being and is determined to keep the baby safe. As Tariy and Dakota grow closer, Tyson realizes that the support he needs may only come from someone who doesn’t fit his previous idea of a partner. Their journey explores love, commitment, and the power of an unlikely caregiver to turn a crisis into an opportunity.
First publish date: 2007
Genre: Western Fiction/Western Romance
Authors: Brenda Novak
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