About the Book
Book: Loving the Lawman Collection
Authors: Erica Vetsch, Kathleen Denly, Rachel Scott McDaniel, KyLee Woodley, Renae Brumbaugh Green, Avrie Swan
Genre: Christian Historical Romance
Release Date: March 17, 2026
When danger closes in and secrets refuse to stay buried, love becomes the boldest risk of all.
Six gripping historical romances sweep from rugged Western frontiers to the shadowed streets of Prohibition-era Pittsburgh, pairing wary hearts with unexpected partners in journeys of justice, redemption, and slow-burn devotion.
Collection includes:
Maggie and the Maverick by Erica Vetsch
Call in the Canyons by Kathleen Denly
The Red Canary by Rachel Scott McDaniel
The Bounty Hunter’s Surrender by KyLee Woodley
Lone Star Ranger by Renae Brumbaugh Green
Embers of Truth by Avrie Swan
Six full-length romances. Countless dangers. One enduring truth: when everything is on the line, love is the greatest act of courage.
Individual book blurbs, if you need them:
Maggie and the Maverick by Erica Vetsch
Undercover U.S. Marshal Maggie Davis is determined to stop a string of stage robberies—no matter the cost. Posing as a traveling saleswoman, she finds herself drawn to Cal McConnell, a reformed stage driver with a troubled past who may be her best ally…or her prime suspect. As danger escalates and murder enters the picture, Maggie and Cal must decide whether to cling to suspicion or risk trusting each other with both the truth—and their hearts.
Call in the Canyons by Kathleen Denly
Sheriff Heath Monroe is desperate to redeem his reputation after a costly mistake, but taking down California’s most dangerous bandit gang could destroy what little he has left. Virginia Baker has sworn never to trust a lawman, especially after bandits murdered her father. Yet when the outlaws return, she joins Heath’s posse in pursuit of justice. As old wounds resurface and new feelings stir, they must decide if redemption—and love—are worth the risk.
The Red Canary by Rachel Scott McDaniel
In 1928 Pittsburgh, nightclub singer Vera Pembroke becomes the only witness to a deadly crime and is forced into hiding under the protection of Sergeant Mick Dinelo, a man who despises the underworld she inhabits. Sparks fly as they clash in the Allegheny Forest, but when the killer closes in, Vera and Mick must unravel a web of secrets stretching through the Steel City—before the music fades and their chance at love disappears with it.
The Bounty Hunter’s Surrender by KyLee Woodley
Widowed and expecting, Aubrey Willot discovers her late husband left behind more than debts—he left dangerous enemies. To survive, she must rely on Nathan Reed, a bounty hunter determined to recover stolen documents for the reward money he desperately needs. Drawn together by necessity and shadowed by deception, Aubrey and Nathan face rising peril—and a choice between self-protection and a future neither dared to hope for.
Lone Star Ranger by Renae Brumbaugh Green
Elizabeth Covington has one week to prove her brother’s innocence, even if it means chasing down the Texas Ranger determined to arrest him. Rett Smith won’t let emotion sway justice—but Elizabeth’s courage and conviction challenge everything he thought he knew. As they race across Texas to find the real killer, danger forces them into an uneasy partnership that may cost them their guarded hearts.
Embers of Truth by Avrie Swan
After the devastating Peshtigo Fire destroys her home, Carina Clarke travels to Milwaukee in search of her missing sister—only to become entangled in a hunt for a cunning thief. Pinkerton detective Oliver Ramhurst intends to solve the case alone, but Carina’s fierce determination draws them into a reluctant alliance. As suspicion deepens and danger grows, they must learn that trust may be the only thing powerful enough to carry them through the flames.
My Review:
I enjoyed this collection of romances from six different authors. The varied stories all have the common theme of the men who brought law, order, and justice to their area/town. I loved the stories of action, adventure, danger, and also the courageous women that each lawman fell in love with. I highly recommend reading this anthology by these terrific authors.
Note: This collection is a bit different since each story is a full length book.
I received a copy of this book from Celebrate Lit. There was no obligation to write a positive review. All opinions expressed are my own.
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About Rachel Scott McDaniel
Rachel Scott McDaniel is an award-winning author who writes historical and contemporary romance with heart, mystery, and humor. When she’s not dreaming up swoony heroes or happily ever afters, you can find her chasing adventures in Ohio with her husband, two amazing kids, and an endless supply of chocolate. Rachel loves hiking trails almost as much as plot twists and is always on the hunt for the next great story … or snack. Connect with her at RachelScottMcDaniel.com or at your favorite social media platforms!
More from Rachel
The Red Canary and The Allegheny National Forest
As a historical romance author, research has always been part of my writing process. My nerdy heart enjoys poring over thick tomes filled with information about bygone eras. I can’t tell you how many times I’ve gone down cyber rabbit trails on my internet searches, discovering historical nuggets that I can drop into my stories. The more information I got, the more empowered I felt. (Though I won’t go into the time I had borrowed every book on botanical poison from my local library. You can imagine the looks I got!) However, for The Red Canary, my own life experiences became my greatest source of information.
Let me explain.
The majority of the story takes place in the Allegheny National Forest, where I grew up. My family had a cabin there, and I knew those woods like the back of my hand. Every Friday night throughout the summer, my parents loaded us kids (my sister, brother, and me) into the family car and would drive three hours to the cabin. We’d reach the place by nightfall, and even though I’d no doubt fallen asleep in the car, I’d race through the dew-laden grass to the front porch to claim the top bunk in the bedroom I shared with my sister.
I remember that the sky always looked different out there, my youthful self surely thinking the chunky stars only lit over this specific forest. My forest. Memories of swimming in the spring-fed creek, catching brown-spotted newts, and climbing rocks taller than a house are ones that filled my heart and spilled onto the pages of the story.
The Red Canary is a historical romance with a dash of mystery, but it’s also a love letter to the Allegheny National Forest. It was easy to imagine my characters walking along fern-lined paths or picking teaberry leaves at sunset because those settings are pulled from my memories.
Of course, I also incorporated external research to enrich the story. The Allegheny National Forest was purchased by the government in 1923. The forest is 513,175 acres in Northwestern Pennsylvania and is the only national forest in the state. Before the government’s procurement, the forest was charred from ravaging wildfires or bare from industrial logging. In the 1920s and 1930s, the Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC) planted millions of trees to jumpstart reforestation. Another fun fact is that an abandoned CCC camp was only a stone’s throw from my family cabin, and I would often ride my bike to see the amazingly preserved buildings.
My goal in writing this book is to transport you to an era marked by dramatic shifts in fashion, music, politics, and culture. Yet when my characters enter the forest, they encounter a Creator who paints beautiful sunsets, carves rivers in dry land, and makes all things new. I hope you love it!
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