Montana Match [Hardcover]

Fran Shaff (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: October 2001

Jake Ruskin, a wealthy rancher, hires Chicago matchmaker Becky Montoya to find him a wife who will give him an heir to his fortune. Becky is so thrilled with the windfall fee Jake has promised that she flies to Montana to handle his account personally.

When she meets the vigorous client, she's sure finding him a mate will be the easiest thing she's ever done.

However, Jake's elderly male housekeeper, Sam Bunker, has another match in mind. He notices the attraction between Jake and Becky right away, even if they can't see it for themselves. The nosy old gentleman can't resist doing a little matchmaking of his own.

But Becky is very good at her job, and she's sworn herself off limits to marriage. The only problem is she is definitely attracted to Jake and doesn't know whether she can resist her handsome client...or if he can resist her.

Editorial Reviews

Review

"Fran Shaff seasons her story with a graceful blend of humor and romantic spice. MONTANA MATCH moves lightly and quickly from a humorous opening scene to a tender and satisfying conclusion. Ms. Shaff incorporates the maturity, sensuality, and integrity of her characters into an elemental love story that's an effortless read." - Marcie McQuillan -- Romance Reviews Today

"Shaff does a great job creating an atmosphere of attraction between Jake and Becky. Sparks fly faster than in a welding shop. MONTANA MATCH is a sweet romance that you'll definitely want in your to-be-read pile." - Vickie McDonough -- The Word on Romance

About the Author

A native of South Dakota, Fran Shaff has also resided in Illinois, Wisconsin, Nebraska and Minnesota. Living in so many different "home towns" provides fertile background for her writing. She loves to include humor in her stories whenever she can. Fran lives with her husband James and their son Zachary. Bucky the hyper chocolate lab and Blackjack the mouse-catching retriever share a dog house in their yard.

Montana Match is Fran's first novel for AVALON.

Product Details

• Hardcover: 192 pages
• Publisher: Avalon (October 2001)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0803494939
• ISBN-13: 978-0803494930
• Product Dimensions: 7.7 x 5.1 x 0.9 inches
• Shipping Weight: 12.8 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (5 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #3,336,809 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

More About the Author

Fran Shaff is the author of contemporary and historical sweet romance, young peoples' novels and short stories. Her books are available in hardcover, paperback and electronic formats. Her short stories have appeared in such places as Woman's World magazine and the Amazon Shorts program.

Fran's books are found in libraries and bookstores throughout the USA and on the Internet.

AWARDS and HONORS

Fran Shaff has won the following awards and honors: Write Touch Readers' Award, More than Magic Award, Herbert W. Blakely Award, Golden Rose Award, EPPIE nomination for children's literature, two Recommended Read Awards from Fallen Angel Reviews, Top Pick Award from Romance Reader at Heart, E-book of the Month Award from MyShelf.com, and two CataRomance Reviewers' Choice Awards, one nomination.

Books by Fran Shaff which are currently available or coming soon in hardcover, paperback and electronic formats include: THE TRADING GAME, CHANGE OF HEART, MONTANA MATCH, THE LOVE TRAP, EVER SO HUMBLE, A PARTNER'S PROMMISE, The Heart Junction Series consisting of LAURA'S LOST LOVE, STEPHANIE'S SURPRISE and MARI'S MIRACLE, MONTANA MAGIC, STOLEN SON, LOST HEARTS, FOR LOVE OF MAGGIE, MALE FRAUD and more. Short Stories include the romantic comedies MARRIED WHILE INTOXICATED and CROSSED WIRES.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Wonderful Story!, February 23, 2004

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Avid Romance fan (Houston) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Montana Match (Hardcover)

If you enjoy a traditional love story, Montana Match is for you. Boy meets girl, falls in love, career woman can't let love get in her way...no, no, no! That's not the way it's supposed to go!

Rancher Jake Ruskin's biological clock is ticking. He wants offspring to leave his empire to, but marriage candidates are sparse so he hires a big city matchmaker with a proven track record. The raven haired beauty whose spiked heels are stuck in his yard isn't what he expected.

Becky Montoya came to do a job. The fee was generous and the situation intriguing. The man himself is too gorgeous to be believed. This job should be a snap. She contacts three candidates, and one of them shows up unannounced. Attractive, farm raised, enthusiastic - what's not to like? Match or mis-match? Fran Shaff keeps you guessing. An entertaining tale of love and a struggle of wills. Enjoy!

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Montana Match, May 19, 2003

By 

Linda L. Lattimer (georgia) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Montana Match (Hardcover)

If you ever want to take a few moments to visit Montana, especially at night under a beautiful sky, then pick up the book Montana Match. You will simply fall in love with Jake Ruskin and Becky Montoya. From the moment she lands in his arms after arriving at his ranch, you know there is going to be something going on between the two. The book was enjoyable, and many times I wanted to reach inside and shake some sense into Becky. The character of Jake was great! We need more men like him. Sam, the housekeeper was a great addition to the book, not to mention Catherine and Lucas. I really enjoyed this book by Fran Shaff. I look forward to more of her books to read. Montana Match deserves five stars! A love story drawing two people together that were indeed meant for each other. I bought the book to add to my collection of Avalon romances. There are some stories that you read and just forget, this one you will read and always remember. I really enjoyed this story and you will too!!

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars MONTANA MATCH, December 26, 2001

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COLET (IN) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Montana Match (Hardcover)

A FUN TO READ BOOK. AS YOU READ THIS STORY, YOU PUT YOURSELF IN THE SITUATIONS AND DREAM. ALL OF THE CHARACTERS ARE THE KIND OF PEOPLE YOU WOULD LIKE TO HAVE AS YOUR FRIENDS. MONTANA IS A GREAT SETTING AND I LOVE COWBOYS.

A BOOK YOU CAN GIVE TO YOUR DAUGHTER OR YOUR GRANDMOTHER AND EACH WOMAN WILL ENJOY FRAN SHAFF'S STORY.