Almost Perfect

By Judy Duarte

HELP!

Footloose cowboy Jake Meredith was perfect at rabble-rousing and rodeo riding. But when instant parenthood befell him, he was scared spitless of failing as a father for his tiny orphaned niece and nephew. Where to turn for help?

YOU'VE GOT A FRIEND

Where else but to Maggie Templeton, the gangly, freckled best friend of his youth? Now a city pediatrician, his long-distance pal came to his temporary rescue, working wonders with his little wards. Unfortunately, Maggie's unexpected womanliness stoked Jake's senses, jeopardizing their precious friendship. Still, Jake ached to make Maggie a permanent part of his familyto touch her, to taste her…to turn her every which way but loose.

• Language: English
• Publisher: Harlequin
• Release date: Feb 15, 2012
• ISBN: 9781459232822

Judy Duarte

Twenty-four years ago, USA Today bestselling author Judy Duarte couldn’t shake the dream of creating a story of her own. That dream became a reality in 2002, when Harlequin released the first of more than sixty books. Judy's stories have touched the hearts of readers around the world. A two-time Rita finalist, Judy's books won two Maggies and a National Reader’s Choice Award. You can contact her at www.judyduarte.com

Reviews for Almost Perfect

[debbieaheaton · Rating: 3 out of 5 stars]

In Duarte’s romance novel, cowboy Jake Meredith is great at rodeo riding. But when he finds himself taking on his orphaned niece and nephew he finds himself terrified and unsure what to do. His childhood friend, now Dr. Maggie Templeton, comes to his aide working wonders with the small family. But Maggie’s plans were short-term with a practice of her own waiting for her in another town unless Jake can convince her to stay.A solid contribution to the Cowboy at Heart series.