I picked up Cowboy Justice and was immediately transported back in time, my imagination running wild with visions of San Marcos and south Texas back during that time period. I am a sucker for a good Western vibe and this novel had it in spades. I appreciated getting to know Phineas and Charlotte before they meet one another. The rich character development made the moments they spend with one another all the sweeter. I do wish the epilogue would’ve had a little more meat to it, as I feel like there was a lot glossed over. I believe if more details would’ve been provided it would have lent to an even richer foundation and helped my personal adoration towards the characters.

There is definitely a slower burn to this novel, but there is also a certain charm that endeared me from the beginning. The intrigue of what would happen next paired with secrets that slowly come to light is what kept my rapt attention and made this novel quite enjoyable. I didn’t quite connect on an emotional level with these particular characters, but I did enjoy their story, and found myself rooting for them until the end. All in all, this was a quick read that kept me charmed with its imaginative details, descriptive writing and overall Texas heart.

*I have voluntarily reviewed a copy of this book which I received from the author/publisher through JustRead Tours. All views and opinions expressed are completely honest, and my own. ( )