Books like Spitfire (Harlequin Romance, #2443) by Lindsay Armstrong

Bobbie Carter is still grieving the loss of her parents when the future of her family’s Greentree Farm hangs in the balance. Rod Simpson, the country’s most celebrated horse breeder and harness racer, offers to purchase the property and let her stay on farm property. Though the deal could save her heart‑seeking stability, Bobbie’s resentment at Rod’s high-handed attitude fuels her decision to flee. Determined to preserve her independence, she insists on walking away from both the marriage of convenience and the offer of a new life at Greentree. As she leaves, she vows to keep running. The story chronicles her struggle for control, her battle with grief, and her quest for a future she chooses for herself. A romance that blends family drama with the world of horse breeding, "Spitfire" follows Bobbie’s quest to redefine her destiny while contending with both emotional loss and a powerful rival who sees a chance for business on her land.

First publish date: 1981