TAMING JESSE JAMES - OUTLAW HARTES (Silhouette Intimate Moments) [Paperback]

Raeanne Thayne (Author)

Book Description

Series: Silhouette Intimate Moments | Publication Date: March 1, 2002

Jesse James Harte had grown up as wild and untamed as his Old West namesake, but now he was the law in this stretch of the Wyoming high country. That meant trouble was his business--and if he'd ever seen somebody in trouble, it was the town's new schoolteacher, Sarah McKenzie....

She was as beautiful as a mountain meadow in springtime. But the haunted look in her eyes said she was running from something--something that had maybe caught up with her. He ached to protect her, to take that look away--and make her his forever....

But what could a lady like her want with a lawman with an outlaw's heart...?

--This text refers to the Kindle Edition edition.

Product Details

• Paperback: 256 pages
• Publisher: Silhouette; Silhouette Intimate Moments #1139 : Outlaw Hearts edition (March 1, 2002)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 037327209X
• ISBN-13: 978-0373272099
• Product Dimensions: 6.5 x 3.9 x 0.7 inches
• Shipping Weight: 0.8 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,796,159 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

More About the Author

I'm not one of those people who knew from birth she was destined to become a writer. I always loved to read and throughout my childhood I could usually be found with a book in my hands. To the disgust of my friends, I even enjoyed creative writing assignments that made them all groan. But I had other dreams besides writing. I wanted to be an actress or a teacher or a lawyer.

Life took a different turn for me, though, when my mother made me take a journalism elective in high school (thanks, Mom!). I knew the first day that this was where I belonged.

After I graduated from college in journalism, I took a job at the local daily newspaper and I reveled in the challenge and the diversity of it. One day I could be interviewing the latest country music star, the next day I was writing about local motorcycle gangs or interviewing an award-winning scientist.

Through it all -- through the natural progression of my career from reporter to editor -- I wrote stories in my head. Not just any stories, either, but romances, the kind of books I have devoured since junior high school, with tales about real people going through the trials and tribulations of life until they find deep and lasting love.

I had no idea how to put these people on paper, but knew I had to try -- their stories were too compelling for me to ignore. I sold my first book in 1995 and now, more than 30 books later, I've come to love everything about writing, from the click of the computer keys under my fingers to the "that's-it!" feeling I get when a story is flowing.

I write full-time now (well, as full-time as I can manage juggling my kids!) amid the raw beauty of the northern Utah mountains.

Even though I might not have dreamed of being a writer when I was younger, now I simply can't imagine my life any other way.

I love to hear from readers. You can reach me at my email address, [e-mail] or through my website http://www.raeannethayne.com

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5.0 out of 5 stars Wild Hartes strike again! Very highly recommended, March 4, 2002

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C. Penn "WordWeaving" (Greenville, SC) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: TAMING JESSE JAMES - OUTLAW HARTES (Silhouette Intimate Moments) (Paperback)

The Hartes of the Diamond Harte ranch, consisting of two brothers and a sister, are about to find love in the miniseries Outlaw Hartes. Their father was a descendant of Matt Warner, one of the original members of Butch Cassidy's gang, and was so enamored with outlaws that he named his children after them: Matthew Warner Harte, Jesse James Harte and Cassidy Harte. In TAMING JESSE JAMES, Jesse James Harte will find healing and love in the most unexpected arms.

Even more than a year after the hospitals, the surgeries, and the bruises have faded, fourth grade teacher Sarah McKenzie still bears the deep-seated psychological wounds of her beating. She doubts that a sensual, sexy man like officer Jesse James Harte could find a mousy, wounded woman like herself attractive. After all, virtually all the women in town pant after him. Jesse radiates strength and power-exactly what she needs, but she doesn't feel worthy of such strength. Yet Sarah underestimates her own strength. She once stood up for what she believed in with debilitating personal consequences. Moreover, she does not hesitate to do so again, putting herself in danger while standing up for a child that she suspects has been abused.

Jesse James Harte lives up to his namesake, having always been a hell-raiser. The only difference between now and his teen years is that now he does it from the right side of the law. Consequently, he does not believe such an innocent woman as Sarah could want a somewhat reformed troublemaker. Still, he wants to know what put the shadows in Sarah's eyes, and where she earned her slight limp. He views her limp as a badge of honor: a proof of her ability to survive overwhelming odds. When Sarah reports her suspicions regarding one of her students, Jesse cannot help identifying the youngster that Sarah suspects has been abused. Little does he suspect the series of events that will subsequently transpire that will put Sarah at desperate risk.

Author Raeanne Thayne deftly captures the fears, the needs, and the desires of a woman recovering from the devastating psychological effects of a brutal beating and rape in TAMING JESSE JAMES. The story behind her beating is both unexpected and plausible, lending a powerful strength to the narrative. Conversely, Jesse is every heroine's bad boy dream: the outlaw cop. Yet he underestimates himself, as does Sarah underestimate herself, thereby creating both empathy and compassion in the reader. Favorite characters from the previous book of the series put in their appearance, especially Jesse's delightful nieces. Their bout of chicken pox and manipulation of their uncle's heart will keep readers smiling. Jesse's sister Cassie likewise appears, whetting the reader's appetite for the final book of the series, CASSIDY HARTE AND THE COMEBACK KID. Overall, Thayne magically balances suspense, danger and love in the perfect mix, firmly placing TAMING JESSE JAMES on the keeper shelf. Very highly recommended.

4.0 out of 5 stars #2 IN THE SAGE OF THE OUTLAW HARTES -, June 14, 2007

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M. Hartmann "abayyan" (Milan, Michigan United States) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: TAMING JESSE JAMES - OUTLAW HARTES (Silhouette Intimate Moments) (Paperback)

Jesse James Harte was a bit wild after the accident that killed his parents [he felt responsible]. He was 17 at the time and Matt was 22, while Cassidy was only twelve. Matt did his best for his brother and sister and ten years later we see the results.

Jesse is now the Chief of Police of Salt River and quite intriqued with Lucy and Dylan's new school teacher. She had secrets that he hoped to solve.

Matt is now married to Dylan's mother and Cassidy has moved out to work at a near by ranch.

Well, now Sarah McKenzie has dropped a bomb in Chief Harte's lap. She has accused the mayor, Seth Garrett of abusing his step-son and wants Jesse to look into the matter.
Corey Sylvester always appears to be getting into hot-water and acts very biligerent. There are many signs that he is being abused. But he refuses to talk to anyone.

Then one night Sarah comes home to find the house covered in blood and her windows broken. Jesse finds Seth's old fishing cap.

Oh, yes - trouble is brewing in Salt River and Jesse must get to the bottom of it - that is if he can keep his mind off Sarah and his hormones in check.
Only Sarah is finding that Jesse has awakened her desires for a very masculine, intriguing male. Blame it on those blue eyes.

Excellent plot - intriguing mystery - great characters - a bit slow on the action though.
Definitely Recommended --m -- Trio maybe a keeper.

5.0 out of 5 stars A great read!, June 30, 2004

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koolrico (New York, U.S.) - See all my reviews

This review is from: TAMING JESSE JAMES - OUTLAW HARTES (Silhouette Intimate Moments) (Paperback)

I enjoyed this book completely! It is very exciting. Highly recommened.