Lady X's Cowboy
by Zoë Archer
From Publishers WeeklyArcher delightfully twists historical romance convention in her winning debut. Lady Olivia Xavier, an inveterate reader of American dime-novel westerns, abruptly finds herself living one when Will Coffin, a Colorado cowboy who's come to England in 1883 to seek relatives, saves her from hired thugs sent by a nefarious business rival, George Pryce, who's after her late husband's brewery. In short order, Olivia hires Will as her personal bodyguard, inviting him to live in her sprawling London home. Olivia's beauty and "gumption" impress the reluctant cowboy, who's shocked and stymied by the strictures of Victorian England. Olivia, in turn, thrills at Will's lust, good humor and steely resolve, honed over years of life on the range. As George's attacks on the brewery escalate, Will and Olivia wind up camping out cowboy-style in the countryside and orchestrating a final showdown between heroes and villains. Archer deftly balances diverse cultures in this fast-paced, lighthearted romp that, like a Wild West shoot-out in a staid English drawing room, both tickles and thrills. (Feb.) Copyright © Reed Business Information, a division of Reed Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved. ReviewFour Stars! A fast-paced read filled with great characters. A promising debut. Archer has a bright career ahead of her. -- Romantic TimesI love it! Zoe Archer’s LADY X’S COWBOY is both humorous and exciting. Definitely a book I’d recommend. -- Romance JunkiesLADY X'S COWBOY is a wonderful romance that's just a bit different and refreshingly original. I highly recommend it. -- Romance Reader At HeartLADY X’s COWBOY is delightful debut novel for Zoe Archer. A heart warming and unforgettable story. -- Fresh FictionThis is an impressive debut, telling a story of love that reaches across all lines and barriers. -- Huntress Reviews