Love at Vargas Ranch Series
Series Overview
Sweet Contemporary Western Romance
Welcome to Vargas Ranch—where cowboys find love, faith leads the way, and second chances await in the Arizona desert.
At a sprawling guest ranch near Wickenburg, Arizona, the Love at Vargas Ranch series follows the hearts of hardworking cowboys, wranglers, and staff who keep the ranch alive. From equine therapy programs to trail rides under endless desert skies, each clean, closed-door Christian romance brings together two wounded hearts longing for healing, hope, and love. Whether you're drawn to mistaken identity, single parent journeys, or veterans finding their way home, saddle up for heartfelt stories where authentic cowboy culture meets transformative love—one cowboy at a time.
This wholesome romance series features:
- Clean, closed-door love stories perfect for all ages
- Faith-integrated plots that feel natural and authentic
- Second-chance romance and healing journeys
- Real cowboy culture and working ranch life
- Guaranteed happily ever afters
Setting
An Authentic Ranch Experience
Nestled in the foothills of Dalton Peak, thirty minutes west of Wickenburg, Arizona, Vargas Ranch is more than a working cattle ranch—it's a premier guest ranch and resort where authentic Old West heritage meets modern luxury. Here, equine therapy programs bring healing, trail rides wind through desert landscapes, and hardworking cowboys and staff create a community where second chances flourish.
Books
Book 1: Her Mistaken Identity Cowboy | COMING SOON
Parker Quaid & Shannon Burke
She mistakes him for his twin who shattered her trust. He's spent his life paying for his brother's crimes. Forced to work together at the ranch's equine therapy program, they must navigate forgiveness, healing, and unexpected attraction.
Tropes: Mistaken identity, Enemies to friends to lovers, Redemption, Second chances, Equine therapy
Book 2: Her Almost Fiancé Cowboy | COMING SOON
Cole Gregory & Sydney Steele
He has the ring. She has the answer. But his hidden failure keeps him from asking the question—and time is running out. She must decide if the only way to live her dreams is to leave him behind.
Tropes: Commitment-phobe, Hidden secret, Second chance
Book 3: Her Brave Rookie Cowboy
Carter Wakefield & Jody Dawson
A fallen athlete learning to cowboy. A rejected wife rebuilding her life. When their daughters become best friends, Carter and Jody discover that second chances require the bravest kind of faith.
Tropes: Single Dad, Single Mom, Broken dreams, Starting over
Book 4: Her Valentine Veteran Cowboy | COMING SOON
"Just" Jackson & Chrissy Delacroix
She’s a single mom who’s lost everything. He’s a quiet cowboy medic who never expected to find love. When a job offer brings them together, can faith and courage help them risk their hearts by Valentine's Day?
Tropes: Single parent, Veteran hero, Second chances, Wounded hearts, Valentine's Day romance
Audiobooks
Audiobooks will be available after book releases. Check back for updates!
Box Sets & More
Box sets will be available once the series is complete.
Reading Order
While each book features a different couple and can be enjoyed as a standalone, reading in order enhances the emotional journey as characters grow, relationships deepen, and the ranch community evolves.
Recommended Reading Order:
- Her Mistaken Identity Cowboy
- Her Almost Fiancé Cowboy
- Her Brave Rookie Cowboy
- Her Valentine Veteran Cowboy
- More books coming soon!
Author's Note
A Personal Note from Karen
The Love at Vargas Ranch series grew from readers asking for more stories set at this special place. While my first Vargas Ranch Series followed the Vargas family, this series shines a spotlight on the dedicated cowboys, wranglers, and staff who make the ranch come alive. These sweet, wholesome romances explore healing, second chances, and the transformative power of faith and community. I'm excited to bring you more love stories from this world you already cherish.