Sunday, May 17, 2020

At Love's Command by Karen Witemeyer

Haunted by the horrors of war, ex-cavalry officer Matthew Hanger leads a band of mercenaries known as Hanger's Horsemen who have become legends in 1890s Texas. They defend the innocent and obtain justice for the oppressed. But when a rustler's bullet leaves one of them at death's door, they're the ones in need of saving.

Dr. Josephine Burkett is used to men taking one look at her skirts and discounting her medical skills. What she's not used to is having a man change his mind in a heartbeat and offer to assist her in surgery. Matthew Hanger's dedication to his friend during recovery earns Josephine's respect, and when she hears of her brother's abduction, he becomes her only hope for rescue.

Matt has stared down ruthless outlaws, betrayal, and injury, but when a bossy lady doctor crawls under his skin, his heart is tempted to surrender. And when she is caught in the crossfire, he may have to sacrifice everything--even his team--to save her.

What a great book.  I think this is the best book yet by MS. Witemeyer.  I couldn't seem to put it down.  I stayed up way too late reading.  

Matthew Hanger started Hanger's Horsemen as a way to atone for what happened at Wounded Knee.  The men with him were former cavalry under his command.  Their mission is to help those who need help.  If shots need to be fired, they shoot to wound, not kill.  On one of their missions one of the horseman is wounded.  The nearest doctor is Dr. Josephine Burkett.  She is a very competent physician and has a very strong personality.  She can stare any man down.  Even a horseman.  While tending the wounded man she learns her brother is being held for ransom.  She asks the horseman to help her get her brother back. Matthew and Josephine feel an imedidate attraction.  So what can he do but want to help her.  This is where the adventure begins. The story just keeps building.  I couldn't put it down.

I highly recommend this book.  I was given this book by Bethany House Publishing via Net Galley for an honest review.  I was not compensated in any way.

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