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The history of bitter rivalry between the Mateo and Aragon ranch families has kept them apart for years, since a violent incident involving a Mateo bull shattered what little peace existed. When the spirited Mano Mateo encounters the delicate Aimee Aragon beneath an ancient oak, an instant attraction ignites, but Mano's deliberate deception creates a fragile bond. Similarly, Aimee's fledgling love for the earnest Mark Perez threatens to expose the lingering mistrust between the families. As the two couples navigate pride, lies, and longing, the prospect of a summer romance offers a chance to mend fractured relationships and bring the feuding clans closer together.
First publish date: 1988
Genre: Romance/Historical Romance
Authors: Wanda Owen
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