Tension builds steadily as the pages turn, with author Jo Goodman teasingly offering up tidbits that round out the characters and plot as the story winds towards a good old-fashioned western conclusion. His investigation hinges on understanding where the truth lies. Can he believe in Tru? Or is she just another treacherous woman out to swindle this hardened detective’s heart?ReviewPraise for Jo Goodman's True to the Law:'In this engrossing novel set in 1889 Wyoming, livers a lovable and feisty heroine and an upstanding lawman who find each other in highly unlikely circumstances….Engaging characters and a well-plotted story will captivate the reader all the way to the satisfying conclusion.' -Publishers WeeklyPraise for Jo Goodman's previous novel The Last Renegade:'Fans of western romance will be thrilled with this delightful addition to Goodman's strong list.' -Booklist'Simmering sexual tension, exceptional character development, and slowly revealed secrets make this a book to savor.'-Library Journal'Humor and drama.a complicated, fast-paced, and deliciously believable story of love, sex, and secrets.' -Publishers Weekly“The Last Renegade plays out like the best classic western movies.

Upon making the acquaintance of Miss Tru Morrow, Cobb begins to question the guilt of this golden-haired lady-and the protective feelings she stirs in him. Intrigued as much by what Mackey won’t say about the missing item as he is by Mackey’s description of the missing woman, Cobb accepts the assignment. And the one true lie that could destroy them bothBitter Springs, Wyoming, has a new schoolteacher who may or may not be exactly what she seems.

The scion of a wealthy Chicago family, Mackey is desperate to know the whereabouts of the woman who disappeared from his employ, taking with her something of great value. He was on the hunt for a runaway beauty “Find her” is the only instruction that private detective Cobb Bridger receives from Richard Mackey.

Kissing comfort by jo goodman