Books like That certain spark by Cathy Marie Hake
Gooding, Texas is on the cusp of a double blessing with the arrival of a new veterinarian and a bold, trailblazing female doctor, Taylor Bestman. The town’s traditional expectations are challenged when Taylor is seen driving through town alone, wearing a bright red dress. Karl Van der Vort, the local blacksmith, becomes Taylor’s first patient against his will, and despite his initial skepticism, the town’s most skeptical man finds himself oddly protective of the pioneering doctor. Taylor, driven by a deep calling to heal, seeks to prove her competence amid community opposition. Their growing mutual respect soon turns into undeniable attraction, setting the stage for a story of pride, perseverance, and sparks flying in historic Texas.
First publish date: 2009
Genre: Romance/Historical Romance
Authors: Cathy Marie Hake
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