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Ex-cop Kurt MacKinnon resents leaving his training stable to dive back into undercover work. He's seen enough sordidness to last a lifetime. But when his former partner is murdered, Kurt ships his Thoroughbreds to the backwater track where his partner was last seen alive. He intends to make someone pay, even if the killer turns out to be a talented rider with a smoking hot body and a disarming smile.

Julie West is chasing a big win, struggling to boost her reputation and propel her into the elite jockey ranks. There's no time for love, but she'd have to be blind and maybe dead not to notice the magnetic new trainer in town. With her talent for handling problem horses, she agrees to work for MacKinnon, never suspecting she's already a person of interest--and it's not because of her riding skills.

Kurt never expected his contrary colt to flourish under Julie's feminine touch nor for his own cynical heart to soften. But when his investigation tightens around the truth, his deceit thrusts them squarely into the killing field.

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Reader Views Literary Awards Finalist

2012 Lories Best Finalist

Romance Writers of America® Golden Heart® Finalist 

She's the last person he needs...he's the only one she wants.

Jessica barely knows one end of a horse from the other but shoveling manure is preferable to letting her rich grandfather yank her strings. The only problem is that her new boss is a little too fussy...and way too sexy.

She can handle sleeping in a mice infested stall as well as the occasional encounter with a sinister knife-wielding trespasser, but a lovable old gelding and his uncompromising trainer threaten to break her heart.

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Her dreams of stardom are jeopardized by a hot wrangler...and a ruthless murderer.

Emily Murphy isn't afraid to swap her fancy wardrobe for a borrowed pair of barn boots. Working on the set of a Kentucky movie might be just the ticket to landing a real acting job and proving to her sister she can accomplish something worthwhile.

Dan Barrett knows a lot about hard work and even more about horses. And while he's drawn by Emily's beauty and pluck, he wants a stay-at-home ranch girl. But fighting their attraction is difficult, and soon they both realize that what they thought they wanted isn't what they really need.

Unfortunately, Dan isn't the only person watching Emily. And the other one is a ruthless killer determined to keep a secret buried.

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Jenna Murphy, a dedicated horse masseuse, relies on her job and street smarts to support what's most important...her younger sister. But when the Thoroughbred Wellness Center experiences a hostile takeover headed by a charming but ruthless corporate shark, both her heart and career are in jeopardy.

A Contemporary Romance by Award-Winning Author Bev Pettersen

- She's broke. He's worth millions.

"Bev Pettersen writes with flair and a down-to-earth warmth that will make you smile and sigh with contentment." - Julianne MacLean, USA Today Bestselling Author

"Thoroughbreds and Trailer Trash was an easy enjoyable read, bringing tears to my eyes and laughter bubbling out." - Sizzling Hot Book Reviews

"I loved the characters, and the chemistry between all the characters was amazing. It was a beautiful romance mixed with just enough suspense." - Romance Writers Reviews


"Another completely enjoyable mix of great little tidbits from the world of equine wellness, sizzling romance and heart-stopping intrigue. The characters were well drawn, complex, believable and likeable. This is a great summer read for all those readers who enjoy spicy romance and hold-your-breath intrigue, whether they like horses or not." - Reader Views

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Publication Date: November 26, 2013

Ex-cop Kurt MacKinnon resents leaving his training stable to dive back into undercover work. He's seen enough sordidness to last a lifetime. But when his former partner is murdered, Kurt ships his Thoroughbreds to the backwater track where his partner was last seen alive. He intends to make someone pay, even if the killer turns out to be a talented rider with a smoking hot body and a disarming smile.

Julie West is chasing a big win, struggling to boost her reputation and propel her into the elite jockey ranks. There's no time for love, but she'd have to be blind and maybe dead not to notice the magnetic new trainer in town. With her talent for handling problem horses, she agrees to work for MacKinnon, never suspecting she's already a person of interest--and it's not because of her riding skills.

Kurt never expected his contrary colt to flourish under Julie's feminine touch nor for his own cynical heart to soften. But when his investigation tightens around the truth, his deceit thrusts them squarely into the killing field.

 

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Publication Date: November 26, 2013
 
 

Ex-cop Kurt MacKinnon resents leaving his training stable to dive back into undercover work. He's seen enough sordidness to last a lifetime. But when his former partner is murdered, Kurt ships his Thoroughbreds to the backwater track where his partner was last seen alive. He intends to make someone pay, even if the killer turns out to be a talented rider with a smoking hot body and a disarming smile.

Julie West is chasing a big win, struggling to boost her reputation and propel her into the elite jockey ranks. There's no time for love, but she'd have to be blind and maybe dead not to notice the magnetic new trainer in town. With her talent for handling problem horses, she agrees to work for MacKinnon, never suspecting she's already a person of interest--and it's not because of her riding skills.

Kurt never expected his contrary colt to flourish under Julie's feminine touch nor for his own cynical heart to soften. But when his investigation tightens around the truth, his deceit thrusts them squarely into the killing field.

 

99 CENT BOOK FIND: Jockeys and Jewels by Bev Pettersen

Available for JUST 99 CENTS is JOCKEYS AND JEWELS (Romantic Mystery) by Bev Pettersen
(Click Here for UK Purchase or Canadian purchase ).  Why not grab a copy before it goes back to full price?
 

 

BOOK DESCRIPTION

Publication Date: November 26, 2013
 
 

Ex-cop Kurt MacKinnon resents leaving his training stable to dive back into undercover work. He's seen enough sordidness to last a lifetime. But when his former partner is murdered, Kurt ships his Thoroughbreds to the backwater track where his partner was last seen alive. He intends to make someone pay, even if the killer turns out to be a talented rider with a smoking hot body and a disarming smile.

Julie West is chasing a big win, struggling to boost her reputation and propel her into the elite jockey ranks. There's no time for love, but she'd have to be blind and maybe dead not to notice the magnetic new trainer in town. With her talent for handling problem horses, she agrees to work for MacKinnon, never suspecting she's already a person of interest--and it's not because of her riding skills.

Kurt never expected his contrary colt to flourish under Julie's feminine touch nor for his own cynical heart to soften. But when his investigation tightens around the truth, his deceit thrusts them squarely into the killing field.

 

 

BOOK OF THE DAY: Jockeys and Jewels by Bev Pettersen

JOCKEYS AND JEWELS (Romantic Mystery) 

by Bev Pettersen

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BOOK DESCRIPTION

Publication Date: November 26, 2013

National Readers Choice Award Finalist, Best First Book

Romance Writers of America® Golden Heart® Finalist
 

"Jockeys and Jewels is a sparkling jewel of a romance--clever, entertaining, and touching." - Julianne MacLean, USA TODAY Bestselling Author

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An Undercover Cop Who Won't Quit
An Aspiring Jockey Who's In Over Her Head

Ex-cop Kurt MacKinnon resents leaving his training stable to dive back into undercover work. He's seen enough sordidness to last a lifetime. But when his former partner is murdered, Kurt ships his third-string Thoroughbreds to the backwater track where his partner was last seen alive. He intends to make someone pay, even if the killer turns out to be a talented rider with a smoking hot body and a disarming smile.

Julie West is chasing a big win, struggling to boost her reputation and propel her into the elite jockey ranks. There's no time for love, but she'd have to be blind and maybe dead not to notice the magnetic new trainer in town. With her talent for handling problem horses, she agrees to work for MacKinnon, never suspecting she's already a person of interest--and it's not because of her riding skills. 

Kurt never expected his contrary colt to flourish under Julie's feminine touch nor for his own cynical heart to soften. But when his investigation tightens around the truth, his deceit thrusts them squarely into the killing field.

AUTHOR BIO

Bev Pettersen is an award-winning writer and two-time finalist in the Romance  Writers of America's Golden Heart® Contest. She competed for five years on the Alberta Thoroughbred race circuit and is an Equine Canada certified coach. She lives in Nova Scotia with her family, and when she's not writing novels, she's riding. Visit her at http://www.bevpettersen.com

REVIEWS

5.0 out of 5 stars Romance in Horselandia = YAY! July 15, 2011

By Cate Rowan, fantasy romance author

Format:Kindle Edition|Verified Purchase

Romantic suspense isn't my usual reading genre, but I love horses, and romance + horses is a combo that made me grab this book. I'm so glad I did. It kept me up way past my bedtime several nights in a row. The main characters are unusual for romance (particularly the heroine) and well-drawn, and the secondary characters have wonderful quirks that made me smile. The romance is believable, poignant, and lets the reader savor the characters' unfolding emotions and the sexual tension instead of rushing the experience. The racetrack setting is beautifully detailed and interwoven through every page. I felt I was living at the track, too. In short, I loved sharing my evenings with this book and I'm excited about future ones from this author. Thanks for the read! 

5.0 out of 5 stars A Book You Can't Put Down October 6, 2011

By Renee Field

Format:Kindle Edition

Jockeys and Jewels by Bev Petterson - A Book You Can't Put Down

Jaw dropping, oh my god amazingly a great read. Honestly, I did not want Bev Pettersen's book Jockeys and Jewels to end. If you don't love horses and know anything about them you will come to love them by the end of this story. I confess to being an avid horse lover and one thing that stood out for me if how obvious it is that Pettersen knows her way around horses, barns, tracks and the horse industry.

The reader is introduced from the get go to Kurt MacKinnon, who is smart, wary and a harden cop--he's basically seen all the bad in the world but what totally grabbed me was how Pettersen makes you come to love this undercover guy. We learn more about his character through the treatment of his horses and that weaves its own magic in the story. Julie West is a struggling apprentice jockey and longs to be taken serious in a field dominated by men. When Kurt's ex-partner gets killed this sets Kurt and Julie on a collision course. Let's just say sparks fly once they meet.

The character development in this book was a real page turner. I loved the sexual tension which came off as totally real between Kurt and Julie and I hated the bad guy, Otto, who I was supposed to hate. I kept waiting for a horse to kick him where it counts.

The mystery layered in this book kept me turning pages because I too wanted to find out why Kurt's friend got killed. I'm not going to spoil the book for readers because this mystery is unique with a fresh perspective on smuggling and I loved it. Set in Canada that grabbed me and I can't wait to get my hands on Pettersen's other book Color of My Horse. I loved that this is an Indie publication but honestly have no idea why a BIG publishing house didn't swoop this book up. Pettersen is a three time Rita finalist - no easy feat - and anyone who read the first three chapters of this book had to be hooked! My gut feeling is those publishing houses that said no are crying now. Can't wait to read more of Pettersen's work.

SELECTED OTHER WORKS

STUDS AND STILETTOS (Romantic Mystery) 

THOROUGHBREDS AND TRAILER TRASH - Contemporary Romance

HORSES AND HEROIN (Romantic Mystery)
FILLIES AND FEMALES (Romantic Mystery)

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Lories Best 2012 Finalist    

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She'd rather die than be the center of attention...that may happen.

                                     

A dedicated nurse is horrified when she's forced to team up with a Texas race trainer whose main pleasures are fast women and faster horses. Yet sabotage  and murder thrust the pair into an uneasy alliance until they are willing to risk it all for love.

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BOOK DESCRIPTION

Her dreams of stardom are jeopardized by a hot wrangler...and a ruthless murderer.

Emily Murphy isn't afraid to swap her fancy wardrobe for a borrowed pair of barn boots. Working on the set of a Kentucky movie might be just the ticket to landing a real acting job and proving to her sister she can accomplish something worthwhile.

Dan Barrett knows a lot about hard work and even more about horses. And while he's drawn by Emily's beauty and pluck, he wants a stay-at-home ranch girl. But fighting their attraction is difficult, and soon they both realize that what they thought they wanted isn't what they really need.

Unfortunately, Dan isn't the only person watching Emily. And the other one is a ruthless killer determined to keep a secret buried.

FREE BOOK FIND: Studs and Stilettos by Bev Pettersen

FREE to download TODAY is STUDS AND STILETTOS (Romantic Mystery) by Bev Pettersen (Click here for UK purchase).  Why not grab a copy before it goes back to full price?

BOOK DESCRIPTION

Her dreams of stardom are jeopardized by a hot wrangler...and a ruthless murderer.

Emily Murphy isn't afraid to swap her fancy wardrobe for a borrowed pair of barn boots. Working on the set of a Kentucky movie might be just the ticket to landing a real acting job and proving to her sister she can accomplish something worthwhile.

Dan Barrett knows a lot about hard work and even more about horses. And while he's drawn by Emily's beauty and pluck, he wants a stay-at-home ranch girl. But fighting their attraction is difficult, and soon they both realize that what they thought they wanted isn't what they really need.

Unfortunately, Dan isn't the only person watching Emily. And the other one is a ruthless killer determined to keep a secret buried.

BOOK OF THE DAY: Studs and Stilettos by Bev Pettersen

STUDS AND STILETTOS (Romantic Mystery)

by Bev Pettersen

(Click here for UK purchase)

BOOK DESCRIPTION

Her dreams of stardom are jeopardized by a hot wrangler...and a ruthless murderer.

Emily Murphy isn't afraid to swap her fancy wardrobe for a borrowed pair of barn boots. Working on the set of a Kentucky movie might be just the ticket to landing a real acting job and proving to her sister she can accomplish something worthwhile.

Dan Barrett knows a lot about hard work and even more about horses. And while he's drawn by Emily's beauty and pluck, he wants a stay-at-home ranch girl. But fighting their attraction is difficult, and soon they both realize that what they thought they wanted isn't what they really need.

Unfortunately, Dan isn't the only person watching Emily. And the other one is a ruthless killer determined to keep a secret buried.

AUTHOR BIO

Bev Pettersen is an award-winning writer and two-time finalist in the Romance  Writers of America's Golden Heart® Contest. She competed for five years on the Alberta Thoroughbred race circuit and is an Equine Canada certified coach. She lives in Nova Scotia with her family, and when she's not writing novels, she's riding. Visit her at http://www.bevpettersen.com

REVIEWS

5.0 out of 5 stars Loved this latest Bev Pettersen Novel, December 20, 2013

By 

Karen White - See all my reviews

This review is from: STUDS AND STILETTOS (Romantic Mystery) (Kindle Edition)

Studs and Stilettos tells the riveting story of a young woman trying to find her niche in life. She thinks she must always be made up and dressed to the nines to be worthy. Then she meets a man who finds her gutsy spirit more attractive than her looks. He doesn't want a glamor girl, but she is set on becoming an actress. Along the way, these two must seek a compromise. Setting the backdrop to the novel is the filming of a movie about a famous racehorse and his beautiful groom who disappeared under mysterious circumstances. The mystery has several twists and turns and is a story-line all of its own that combines elegantly with the poignant tale of Emily's growth as a person and her romance with the hero, Dan. Loved this novel. Highly recommended

5.0 out of 5 stars another winner, January 28, 2014

By 

Rena68 - See all my reviews

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This review is from: STUDS AND STILETTOS (Romantic Mystery) (Kindle Edition)

The sequel to Thoroughbreds and Trailer Trash (Studs and a Stilettos) was clearly another winner. These sisters are feisty and headstrong as any good heroine. I can only hope Bev had the Trifecta of these books in her arsenal. I haven't looked yet but I will be as soon as I post this review!

SELECTED OTHER WORKS

JOCKEYS AND JEWELS (Romantic Mystery)

THOROUGHBREDS AND TRAILER TRASH - Contemporary Romance

HORSES AND HEROIN (Romantic Mystery)
FILLIES AND FEMALES (Romantic Mystery)

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FREE to download TODAY is Thoroughbreds and Trailer Trash  by Bev Pettersen  (Click here for UK Download).  Why not download a copy before it goes back to full price?

BOOK DESCRIPTION

Jenna Murphy, a dedicated horse masseuse, relies on her job and street smarts to support what's most important...her younger sister. But when the Thoroughbred Wellness Center experiences a hostile takeover headed by a charming but ruthless corporate shark, both her heart and career are in jeopardy.

A Contemporary Romance by Award-Winning Author Bev Pettersen

- She's broke. He's worth millions.

"Bev Pettersen writes with flair and a down-to-earth warmth that will make you smile and sigh with contentment." - Julianne MacLean, USA Today Bestselling Author

"Thoroughbreds and Trailer Trash was an easy enjoyable read, bringing tears to my eyes and laughter bubbling out." - Sizzling Hot Book Reviews

"I loved the characters, and the chemistry between all the characters was amazing. It was a beautiful romance mixed with just enough suspense." - Romance Writers Reviews


"Another completely enjoyable mix of great little tidbits from the world of equine wellness, sizzling romance and heart-stopping intrigue. The characters were well drawn, complex, believable and likeable. This is a great summer read for all those readers who enjoy spicy romance and hold-your-breath intrigue, whether they like horses or not." - Reader Views