Horses, a sympathetic ear, or a good night’s sleep. Cole Woodruff, owner of the Lazy W Dude Ranch, supplies whatever his guests need. But when Jack Harmon arrives, Cole’s own desires clamor to be met. Should he risk the ranch to satisfy what might be nothing more than an itch? And even if Jack turns out to be that special man Cole’s yearned for, is it right to move forward when a vulnerable child is involved? Not long ago, Jack was awarded custody of his son Alex after the sudden death of the boy’s mother. Out on the road for all of his son’s life, what does he know about being a dad? Sleepless nights spent worrying have worn Jack to a raw nerve. Visiting the dude ranch with Alex, Jack delights in Cole's friendship. And the way Cole’s warm, wonderful voice is so soothing, it cradles Jack to sleep whenever they’re together. Jack aches to spend every night dreaming in the big cowboy's arms. But can a lullaby last forever? Or will the dream fade when morning comes?

Cowboy Lullaby

She took a deep breath. “Well, if that’s the case, I’ll let it go—this time.” Her eyes narrowed. “But what the hell are you doing parading around in your skivvies? Go put some clothes on.” She moved to the stove and pulled a tray of fragrant buttermilk biscuits out of the oven.


“Yes, ma’am.” He turned to go, relieved he’d gotten off so lightly.


He looked over his shoulder as she slid the biscuits into a cloth-lined basket. “Yes, ma’am?”


Groaning, he clutched at his butt and found one side of the button-up flap had come loose. No wonder Lee had nearly choked with laughter when Cole turned away from him. Face flaming, he bolted


Chapter 6