Treasure Me, Cowboy (Turner Creek Ranch, #1) by Debra Clopton

Treasure Me, Cowboy (Turner Creek Ranch, #1) Reviews

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  Anna's Herding Cats

  Aw that was cute. Light hearted in bits but quite serious in others. It was nicely done.
  
  The Gist: Treasure. Melody has her mind set on treasure. Hunting down an old legend and solving a mystery. It just so happens to be on Seth's land and he's...not interested. Even after his brother decides to let Melody spend the summer living on their property. She's tempting, though.
  
  Melody and Seth were a pair. Seth's every bit outgoing and confident to Melody's shy and withdrawn. He says what he's thinking and knows what he's about. Years of family strife, though, have left Melody withdrawn and hidden inside herself. I liked them both. His growly bits and how he softened up as they got to know one another. And how hard Melody was trying to change her life and do something just for her.
  
  Their romance was kinda slow then BAM love. lol They had some issues to get past. His dislike of her treasure hunt, a painful bit of family drama for her. They ruffled each others feathers and had to deal with that. It stays almost entirely PG, too.
  
  The treasure hunt was fun. I always love those. Piecing together the puzzle, the whole will they find it or won't they. It was a nice adventure.
  
  There's a bit of religion in this one. I liked how it was done. It was part of both of their lives and not preachy. Just them both working through issues towards the end and how that related to their faith.
  
  All in all, an enjoyable read. Nice characters, nice adventure. I would have liked a bit more of the romance other than it trickling along and then full out suddenly. Just a smidge more of the middle bits would have been nice. But overall a good quick read.
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  B. D. Mann

  With the vast majority of reviewers awarding 4 or 5 stars for this work by Debra Clopton, I was prepared to be impressed. But I found myself very much in sympathy a reviewer who teetered between two and three stars and who said, “The story seemed somewhat shallow, the writing somewhat juvenile.” I would probably eliminate the word “somewhat” from that statement. As I read, I jotted down several brief comments: disjointed, awkward dialog, stilted narrative, un-natural conversations, weak transitions, boilerplate scenarios, poor word choices, and burdened with sophomoric writing. I was expecting a story that resembled a mature woman dressed and made up to attend a gala celebration. What I found was a 10-year old wearing her momma's oversized high heels and dress, with smeared lipstick, overdone eyeshadow, and an oversized, gaudy hat. I have read other works by Debra Clopton and awarded 4 and 5 stars for most of them. But this reviewer was not well pleased with this offering and cannot agree with the majority opinion of this book.
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  Jane

  Seth Turner of the Turner Creek Ranch finds romance with shy history teacher Melody Chandler in Treasure Me, Cowboy as they embark on a treasure hunt together.
  
  Treasure Me, Cowboy deals with how family members suffer when one of the member is addicted to drugs and alcohol. The story is a strong Christian romance where faith in God is part of the everyday lives of the community. It has humor with the three ladies set on bringing life back to their community by finding brides for the cowboys in the area. It is refreshing to read a good Christian romance with real-life characters that find their way through everyday problems and find their happy ever after ending.
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  Sheila

  I could not finish this book. Melody and Seth going on and on about her brother, snapping at each other. Not a nice read at all.
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  Robin

  I really do enjoy Debra Clopton's romance tales, especially the ones set in Texas. They remind me so much of the sense of family and community I felt while living there. This tale was so interesting! Texas has a rich and fascinating history so it was nice to see a character who enjoyed researching that. The way the two MCs grew personally over the course of the novel was also interesting to read about. And who doesn't love a good treasure hunt?
  If you enjoy contemporary, clean romance and/or cowboy romance, and you enjoy a bit of adventure, you might want to give this book a try.
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  Lucy Bilik

  Beautiful story of young lady who struggled with family reflection on her own life. Great love story!
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  Charles Ray

  Melody Chandler is a history teacher in the elementary school in the small town of Mule Hollow, Texas. Frustrated with having to deal with her drug addict brother, Ty, she decides to get away during the month of July to do historical research. She finds the perfect project on Turner Creek Ranch, where there’s an old stagecoach house containing old journals that might unveil the mystery of the legendary outlaw, Sam Bass. The ranch is owned by the three Turner brothers, Wyatt, Seth, and Cole, with Seth living on and managing the property. Wyatt, the eldest, has made an agreement with Melody to allow her to live in the house for the summer while she does her research, but Seth doesn’t want her or anyone prying into the family’s secrets and disturbing his privacy, so he demands that she leave. Normally shy, Melody, for once, finds the grit to say ‘no!’, setting her on a collision course with the strong-willed Seth.
  Surprised and frustrated by her unexpected refusal to comply with his demand, Seth finds himself drawn to her, and when she finds a treasure map, decides to join her in her search for what he thought was a myth, part of Sam Bass’s last big train robbery, which has lain hidden on his ranch for a century. But, before they can deal with the treasure, they must first deal with the feelings that are growing stronger between them, and Melody’s ‘albatross,’ an addict brother who is manipulating her life and getting her to support his addiction.
  Treasure Me, Cowboy by Debra Clopton is a western romance novel that introduces small-town West Texas and its colorful inhabitants, with many of the hallmarks of romance novels (without the heaving bosoms and obligatory sex scenes), and a deeply moving story of two people coping with significant changes in their lives. My only complaint was the failure to resolve the issue of the hidden treasure, which I realize was not the main aim of the story, but I’m an adventurer and historian at heart, and it caught my attention. Other than that, though, the story did not disappoint. It had emotions, a bit of adventure, and a lot of small-town humor, which, as someone who grew up in a small Texas town, I could readily identify with.
  You don’t have to be a fan of the romance genre to like this book.
  
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  David B Smith

  As a fellow writer of Christian fiction, I tip my hat (not a cowboy hat, but oh well) to this prolific writer for such an entertaining book. The western setting is fun and authentic, and her writing moves the dramatic adventure along at a brisk and satisfying pace. I devoured “Treasure Me, Cowboy” in two sittings and found the romantic interplay enjoyable. Things like rodeo dunk tanks add color to this drama about a whirlwind courtship.
  
  One element often trips up writers in this genre, and that���s the God factor. In Debra’s book, most of the spiritual aura happens in the culminating third, but when it comes along it’s nicely nuanced. The great majority of books in the Christian-fiction realm either contain an imperceptible whisper of faith . . . or are clunky and heavy-handed. This good book doesn’t have any of the faux joviality that deadens many faith-based stories. She hits a cheerful balance in that regard, which is tough to achieve. The subplot with the drug-addicted brother is also unpacked in a gritty and sympathetic way.
  
  I’m particularly in awe of the fact that Ms. Clopton has built a successful franchise of these well-received series. That’s tough to do, as all writers in the year 2020 know full well.
  
  Worth a look!
  
  
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  Linda

  I am glad I got this book for free since it would have been a waste of my money otherwise. The errors in grammar and spelling bothered me and the times the author tried to have a few people sound like hicks with bad Texas accents. I thought the main character Melody acted like a spoiled brat instead of the supposedly Christian woman that she was. She was demanding to get her own way where Seth was concerned, staying the the stage coach house, getting upset when Seth didn't want to spread the news about the treasure even though it was his land, but then turning into a total doormat when it came to her brother. The story rushed at the end where Melody wasn't sure that Seth could really love someone like her and she also wanted time to work through her emotional issues of dealing with her brother and that load of garbage, then bam, she loves Seth plan their wedding and are married.
  This book comes across like it is a first time effort at writing and a bad one at that.
  Not going to waste my time checking out any more of this author's books.
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  Timothy Hendricks

  I really enjoyed this book very much. I enjoyed this book so much that I bought the next book in the series. It is a good wholesome read with no cursing or sexually suggestive dialogue. I enjoy very much the relationship that develops between the principle characters in this book, Seth and Melody. These characters are very well developed. Melody has a brother that is a drug addict. And for a very long time in her life everything has been about Ty and his addiction. It not only affected her life as well as her self worth; but also that of their parents. Their parents are deceased and responsibility for her brother has fallen on her shoulders. She as well as her parents have been praying to God to help Ty overcome his addiction; but have never been willing to turn it over to him. Melody is also a history teacher and researcher.
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  Michelle Ferrari-Johnson

  Letting Go
  
  Seth Tanner has met his match in Melody Chandler. He thought the history teacher was going to be a pushover and he could scare her off his family ranch! We learn that where history is involved, Melody will fight for the knowledge.
  
  With this information, Seth is completely stunned how she allows her older brother to walk all over her. He is a drug addict and even though Melody promised to take care of him, Seth knows she needs to let go and start living her life. She put so many things on hold as she tries to keep her promise to her now deceased mother.
  
  As Melody takes off to confront her brother alone, Seth knows she is in danger. Will Melody survive her encounter? ~
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  Lorie - Bookaholic

  Suspenseful and Adventurous
  
  I love Debra Clopton Parks books and I look forward to reading "Rescue Me, Cowboy, book 2 with Cole Turner and Susan Worth. I should be good.
  
  I enjoyed reading about the treasure trip Seth and Melody were on, but a little disappointed that they didn't find the treasure they were looking for.
  
  Of course love finds each other in the end and here is a quote from page 267:
  "You know, this is just a thought, but you said you were basically exhausted and feeling weak. Maybe that's where you need to be in order to see God's plan already. And maybe, just a thought, maybe someone to see things in black and white is the answer you need."
  
  Happy reading!
  
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  Lucinda

  Sweet read
  
  On a ranch that's been in the family for over a century is an historic building that was once a stage stop. Legend has it that the last member of a gang that had robbed a bank had left his saddlebags full of gold coins hidden in a cave on the ranch as he was dying. He was said to have left a map.
  
  Melanie gets permission from the oldest brother to stay at the old stage building. Seth, the middle brother isn't happy at all. He hates strangers on the ranch - especially possible treasure hunters.
  
  Seth and Melanie are attracted to each other and end up treasure hunting together. Their antics are fun to watch.
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  Jean Joseph

  When hunting for treasure leads to the unexpected
  
  Melody is a history teacher that is looking for the post treasure hidden by a stagecoach robber from the 1800's. She signs a lease to move into the stagecoach house for the summer break to research. Seth doesn't want anyone digging up on his land and demands she leave. When the mouse teacher from town turns into a spitfire, he gives up. After finding another diary hidden, Seth agrees to help her......but are they looking for treasure or each other???
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  Dorothy Beer

  Treasure me,Cowboy
  
  A nice simple story Melody had allowed herself to become a crutch for her brother and his addiction, that she had not allowed herself to assert herself. Standing up to Seth brought out her true personality. She gained the strength she needed and he learned to become more tolerant and understanding. Even though they didn't find any treasure, they found each other. Would give it 5 stars
  
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  Eileen Carter

  Romance and mystery
  
  Melody is a quiet school teacher who loves history. So why not spend the summer researching local folk lore and treasure stories. Seth owns a ranch and is hard headed and used to be in control of everything. Having Melody living in his stagecoach home is not his idea but he is stuck with it or is he? Throughout this book melody and Seth butt heads and the tension I strong but will that bring them together or forever drive a wedge between them.
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  Geneva

  Wow
  
  This was a very touching book. I had a relative who was an addict. Not a sibling, but he stole from us to support his addiction. It is a blessing to see this issue in a book, its a very emotional issue to go through. But all things are possible with God. This is a wonderful book that everyone can enjoy, even if you have never dealt with an addicted relative. I loved reading this book.
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  Patricia Wolverton

  Enjoyable Texas romance
  
  The romance aspects were good. But what really was compelling the airline's problem with her drug addicted brother. Her dilemma unfortunately is becoming more common and I think she was spot on when it comes with dea l ing with that problem. All too often people are literally killing their loved one with kindiness. Without going the ending away. I recommend reading the solution for an example of possible solutions.
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  Tracy Wainwright

  Glad I read
  
  I almost didn’t read this book. The title made me suspect it was a cheesy romance, but not once did I roll my eyes. Not only did the characters have depth, so did the story. There were a handful of things I’d edit and a few typos, but nothing hard to move past, especially since it’s well-written overall. I will definitely be looking forward to reading more by this author.
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  Lisa Lanay

  Sweet Christian Romane
  
  I didn't realize it was a Christian romance when I purchased, and that was okay as it was a nice change of pace. The story line and their relationship developed quickly without a lot of solid reasons to believe why it would, especially on Seth's side. The story was grounded in a mystery that leaves more questions than answered, so when it I ended I was surprised. Clean, quick read if that's what you're in the mood for on a lazy Sunday afternoon.