The Bellamys are a rich and powerful family with deep roots in the American southwest. Ms. Tanner first introduced this family of pioneers in her historical series The Bellamys of Texas. They grew and prospered by hard work and family loyalty. Always at the forefront of their code was family, first, last, and always. A Dangerous Inheritance is a continuation of the family saga into contemporary times.
A wealthy rancher is dead in an accident. Or was it? Colter Bellamy wants to know what happened to J.D. Pederson and he wants to know that Pederson’s sons, Dane and Dillon, are safe. He wants to know because these two boys are descended from the Bellamys of New Mexico and the old, powerful family looks out for their own.
When Colter arrives on Miranda Pederson’s doorsteps with the news that the accident that killed her adoptive father was no accident, the two of them are immediately at odds with each other. Does he really think she would kill her father for the ranch and his wealth? Was this a ploy to take her brothers from her?
As Colter and Miranda get to know each other and realize they have the same goal, to protect the family, an attempt is made on Miranda’s life. In their quest for answers Miranda discovers that the father she worshipped was merely a man after all, with his share of failings to go along with his strengths. Who among the citizens of the quiet rural ranching community had it in for J.D. Pederson? The answer will surprise you. The journey to the answer show more is a satisfying story of love, loss, and the power of family. show less
A wealthy rancher is dead in an accident. Or was it? Colter Bellamy wants to know what happened to J.D. Pederson and he wants to know that Pederson’s sons, Dane and Dillon, are safe. He wants to know because these two boys are descended from the Bellamys of New Mexico and the old, powerful family looks out for their own.
When Colter arrives on Miranda Pederson’s doorsteps with the news that the accident that killed her adoptive father was no accident, the two of them are immediately at odds with each other. Does he really think she would kill her father for the ranch and his wealth? Was this a ploy to take her brothers from her?
As Colter and Miranda get to know each other and realize they have the same goal, to protect the family, an attempt is made on Miranda’s life. In their quest for answers Miranda discovers that the father she worshipped was merely a man after all, with his share of failings to go along with his strengths. Who among the citizens of the quiet rural ranching community had it in for J.D. Pederson? The answer will surprise you. The journey to the answer show more is a satisfying story of love, loss, and the power of family. show less
If you like a good whodunnit, this is the book for you. Put a bunch of lawyers in a bag and shake it and you come up with Claire Matturro's entertaining tale of murder, arson, and an unexpected sleuth in the form of a very erudite, sophisticated, and charming black cat named Trouble.
Abby Coleridge is a young lawyer with a kind heart and a soft touch for a certain black cat who wanders into her life. Little does she know that he will help her in ways she can't imagine. After she takes in a young colleague, Layla, who has suffered a fire in her apartment, Abby's life is suddenly turned upside down. She quickly has second thoughts about her act of generosity because something is definitely up with her new roommate.
Abby realizes Layla's hiding something. When she is kidnapped, Abby must find her and resolve the mystery around the kidnapping. Abby is thrown into a partnership with Victor Rutledge, her roommate's friend and an aspiring lawyer. Victor brings with him his own troubled past. Can Abby learn to trust him and her instincts? Together, they must follow the clues in search of Layla. Trouble, with his superior sleuthing skills and protective instincts, helps Abby and Victor in their search and in their budding romance.
Abby Coleridge is a young lawyer with a kind heart and a soft touch for a certain black cat who wanders into her life. Little does she know that he will help her in ways she can't imagine. After she takes in a young colleague, Layla, who has suffered a fire in her apartment, Abby's life is suddenly turned upside down. She quickly has second thoughts about her act of generosity because something is definitely up with her new roommate.
Abby realizes Layla's hiding something. When she is kidnapped, Abby must find her and resolve the mystery around the kidnapping. Abby is thrown into a partnership with Victor Rutledge, her roommate's friend and an aspiring lawyer. Victor brings with him his own troubled past. Can Abby learn to trust him and her instincts? Together, they must follow the clues in search of Layla. Trouble, with his superior sleuthing skills and protective instincts, helps Abby and Victor in their search and in their budding romance.