In this scene from Falling for a Smart Cowboy, Devon Vargas grows suspicious of his Mami—especially after asking for his birth certificate multiple times so he could get his passport to go on a mission trip.
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Mami reached over and squeezed Devon’s hand, sighing loudly. “You must learn to celebrate the good things in life.”
She released his hand and stared into the distance. “So much like your papi. He never…”
Though Devon said nothing as her words trailed off, they perplexed him. He was nothing like his easy-going, steady Papi. Surely, Papi had never been driven by some internal, insatiable desire to make his mark on the world. Devon could not explain where it came from, only that it nipped his heels at each accomplishment in his life—completely the opposite of his father and any of his four brothers.
His oldest brother, Dalton J. Vargas the fourth, exhibited the most similarities to his papi. Entrepreneurial. Devoted husband and father. Since marrying River and the birth of their twins, Sloane and Elena, Dalton continued to follow in Papi’s footsteps.
Not like Devon. He couldn’t wait to move off the family ranch. Go do something meaningful with his life.
He cleared his throat. “Mami, I really need my birth certificate. I’m running out of time to apply for a passport.”
“Oh, mijo! I thought I gave it to you months ago.” Mami stood abruptly as her eyes shifted toward the house. “I better check on breakfast.”
She had dodged him again!
Devon followed her inside and sat down at the table, sighing as he studied his father. Papi’s blue eyes matched Derin’s. Not Devon’s green ones. Dylan and Drake shared Mami’s chocolate brown eye color. Though Dalton’s gold eyes differed from their parents, they were a replica of his abuela’s. No one had green eyes. No one save Devon. Not even his cousins.
Why he suddenly noticed these things, he could not say. They bothered him all the same. He may have started paying more attention after his grandfather’s slip up about another family secret in the spring.
About the Series
Love is in the air at the Vargas Guest Ranch & Resort near Wickenburg, Arizona. The Vargas family lives and breathes their family motto: We do not deviate from the Lord’s plan. Five brawny brothers keep the ranch and resort running while life lassos their hearts in this epic contemporary cowboy romance series.
Falling for a Real Cowboy (Book 1) - Dalton Vargas
Release Date: November 21, 2023
She’s trying to resurrect her career. He’s sworn off women. Will this city-meets-country duo find love where they least expect it?
Falling for a Shy Cowboy (Book 2) - Dylan Vargas
Release Date: December 19, 2023
She’s a single mom with a disabled son. He’s been in love with her since high school. Will this shy cowboy finally win her heart?
Falling for a Bossy Cowboy (Book 3) - Derin Vargas
Release Date: March 26, 2024
She’s famous and nearing the end of her career. He’s blunt, bossy, and downright annoying. Will these two find the perfect balance between truth and love?
Falling for a Smart Cowboy (Book 4) - Devon Vargas
Release Date: June 25, 2024
She’s an orphan on a mission to change children’s lives. He’s an overwhelmed overachiever and her boss. Will these two learn to work together and find love in the process?
Falling for a Humbug Cowboy (Book 5) - Drake Vargas
Release Date: Fall 2024
She’s the happiest person he’s ever met. His world has turned upside and he is in no mood for the holidays. Will these coworkers find middle ground as they head into the holidays?
Falling for a Devoted Cowgirl (Book 6) - Solana Vargas
Release Date: 2025
They’ve secretly loved each other for years. He can’t get past their age gap. She can’t get him to see her as woman she’s become. Will they let go of their fear to find true love?
Falling for a Pregnant Cowgirl (Book 7) - Renata Vargas
Release Date: 2025
She’s pregnant with someone else’s child. He’s falling for her when he shouldn’t. Can he learn to trust her with his heart?
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