Walker Pride by Bernadette Marie
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This is my first read by this author and I thoroughly enjoyed it. While it has the romance, it also has suspense and mystery and found myself wanting to solve things along with them.
The character were great, each with their own distinct personality and way about them. I will be diving into the rest of this series!
Walker Pride by Bernadette Marie
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
I was pleasantly surprised with how much I loved this book! I went into it thinking it was going to be a cheesy romance, which let’s face it, would not be a bad thing. Along with a romance, there was a mystery, danger, and surprising plot twist that kept you guessing the entire time. My opinions of various characters kept switching around and adjusting with every few pages. Will definitely recommend, and will definitely read again! Looking forward to the next!
Reviewed by @asanabr1
Walker Pride by Bernadette Marie
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Eric Walker is a true cowboy at heart, he lives on his own and runs a business on a ranch where he boards horses and raises beef cattle, he has a big family nearby and a routine and structure in his life which he has developed over time, but that all changes when his grandfather dies. Susan Hayes has moved to Georgia to make a new life for herself, she is running her own catering business and has dreams of opening her own restaurant, so she attends culinary school on the nights where she isn’t catering for parties and events, but all that is about to change when she caters for a funeral at the Walker estate.
Eric prefers his own company to that of his family, so when he goes to his family’s house, he is not in the best of moods, because he has already had to spend the day before interacting with them all, so when he storms into the back door of the house to listen to the reading of the will, the last thing he expects to see is the caterer and he is the last thing she is expecting to see either. They are both immediately struck by the other, but when Eric starts to pinch food off of her platters before they are even set up, she knows that he is trouble personified, however, she is intrigued by him during their small conversation and Eric cannot stop conversing with her despite the fact that it is completely out of his character, that is until he is summoned into the study with the rest of the family.
As the will is being read, some shocking family secrets come out of the woodwork when they find out that they are going to have to relinquish half of their lands back to their original owners as payment of a gambling debt which his Uncle got himself into, they also find out that there are other things mentioned which make the entire group angry and stressed out, especially Eric as the part of the land is the one on which he has built his life, business and home. Susan meanwhile is doing her best not to listen in to the raised voices and keep her professional demeanor in tact, however, when the conversation comes round to one of Eric’s cousins that she needs a place to stay while she is visiting, Susan immediately offers her a place to stay as she is in need of a roommate and also needs help in the business, so she offers a job as well. Eric’s cousin is taken aback at the ofer and agrees to think about it before leaving to escape to Eric’s house and away from the family she doesn’t believe even want her there. It is during this conversation and the rest of the afternoon that Eric realises that he cannot get Susan out of his mind, so when his cousin calls to go and see the house, he jumps at the chance to see Susan and get a glimpse into her life at the same time. One house tour and dinner later, the deal is done and Susan is inadvertently invited for breakfast at Eric’s, despite the fact that he cannot cook and has a houseful of drunken brothers when he returns home.
The next day, Susan surprises Eric with a lunch at his home, when this goes well, he insists on the breakfast date again and when he wakes up early and goes to see to his horses, he surprisingly finds Susan already up at the barn taking photographs, also to his amazement and hers, they end up in a passionate kiss before being interrupted by one of Eric’s brothers. As the days progress and Eric and Susan become more involved, Eric’s family troubles are just getting started, as well as the land, they also want to move his mother’s gravesite, then he finds out that his horse and one of the horses boarded in his barn, as well as six head of cattle have been poisoned and none survive the ordeal, including his partner in crime and best friend. He is torn up and turns to Susan for comfort, but will their newly forged bond be enough to see them through the hard times to come, or will their pasts get in the way of what could be something beautiful? As things turn from bad to worse, will Eric survive the attempts on his life, or will his Walker pride prevail and see him through? This is a romantic suspense with secrets, revelations, romance and grief all rolled up into one fantastic package which will leave you wanting to read more.
Reviewed by @roxsannel
Walker Pride by Bernadette Marie
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Great start to a series. This story definitely has some twists and turns I did not see coming. The plot flowed so easily in this book. I love the chemistry between Susan and Eric, even though Eric is a bit set in his ways and stubborn, there is not denying their attraction. When a Walker family member passes away, there are family secrets that come out…..and I was shocked on some things that do happen (I wont give them away). This was a easy read and and I did not want the story to end!
Walker Pride by Bernadette Marie
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Susan is a caterer that has been hired for the will reading at the Walker Farm after the grandfather passes away. She meets Eric the eldest son and is intrigued by him from their first meeting. They both have haunted pasts that have somewhat come to haunt them in their everyday lives now. All of the drama started before they were ever born and it is now being brought to light. Will everything play out as it should or will things come crumbling down. Can’t wait to read more and see what happens.
Walker Pride by Bernadette Marie
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Bernadette Marie once again knocked it out of the park with Walker Pride. It is the first book in the Walker Family series. This book centers around the eldest of the Walker children, Eric. We first meet him as he is dealing with his grandfather’s death. There were many characters in the story including 5 children each by Everett and Byron Walker. Surprisingly, it did not get confusing. The focus stayed on a small amount of characters, making it easy to keep up with who was who. There were also some context clues if you forgot who someone was. I found myself identifying with love interest Susan Hayes. She is a strong woman who has overcome much, yet allows herself to take a chance on love again. Eric is clumsy and awkward dating Susan which just made him even more endearing. Not only was this a romance, there was mystery. I was certain I knew who was behind the property destruction and animal deaths. I was completely wrong! I highly recommend reading this book. It was fun and kept me hooked!
Walker Pride by Bernadette Marie
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Bernadette Marie – this author should have been in my library a long time ago because wow do I ever love the stories she writes. I love a good rom com. Give me two independent, sassy main characters and let me watch them find a relationship. Throw in the right amount of family drama and obstacles and emotion and I’m there. I loved everything about this book and can’t wait to read the rest of the series!
Reviewed by @heatherlovelace
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Walker Pride by Bernadette Marie
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Walker Pride is the first book of the Walker Family series by Bernadette Marie. I discovered this book to have exceptionally well-developed characters. Eric Walker was the oldest brother that lived in a house on the far edge of the property where he ran a horse-boarding business. When he has to go to the main house for the reading of his grandfather’s will, he encounters Susan Hayes. After a few pleasantries were exchanged, his stepmother hurries him into the office where Eric’s whole world gets flipped upside down. His uncle Byron had gambled away the property and house that Eric had been on, and his grandfather had paid the debt by willing the property to Elias Morgan. Obviously upset, Eric hangs about with his cousin Bethany for a while. Bethany was in search of a place to live since the death of her mother. Ironically, Susan was in search of someone to be a roommate and help with her larger catering jobs. Eric intrigued with Susan and goes with Bethany to see Susan’s home. They end up going to dinner, and Eric pays. He tells Susan “You owe me one.”
The plot thickens with Eric’s violent interaction with Tyson Morgan. Susan and Eric develop a “thing” that they try to define and eventually settle on a possible long-term relationship. One morning, Eric discovers that someone has poisoned some of his horses and the cattle start dying as well. Who would do this? Eric suspects the Morgans and goes insane when he discovers Susan’s car at their home. I was shell shocked when I discovered the answers and the extreme secrets that are revealed as the story continues to unfold. This is a book that I cannot even think of scoring less than 5-stars. If you are looking for a romance story with mystery and fast pace revelations, this is one I would recommend highly.
Walker Pride by Bernadette Marie
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
This was the first time reading a book by this author but was a recommendation from a friend so I thought I would pick it up and give it a try. I’m glad that I did. While I didn’t immediately get into the story I am glad that I continued reading because it turned out to be a fantastic book. I expected it to be just a romantic story, but it contained quite a bit of suspense as well. The author did a really great job with the twists and turns she incorporated into this book and I found myself really wanting answers and the truth. The main characters are so different, yet so alike and meant for one another. I can’t wait to read the next installment in this family read.
Walker Pride by Bernadette Marie
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
This was a great book! I seriously can’t wait for the next book in the series! Walker Pride is book 1 in the Walker Family series by Bernadette Marie. Susan is trying to build her catering business up so she moves to Georgia. Eric is part of the Walker clan and basically just wants to be left alone to do what he always does, which is to take care of the land that he lives on. That is until a family member passes away and all hell comes to head. At the reading of the will, Eric stumbles upon Susan while she caterers this luncheon. She is a bit intriguing to him and he finds himself wanting to know more. Susan just got divorced not too long ago but Eric Walker is interesting and not to mention, pretty hot. I agree that this book was a little bit slow at first but quickly picks up and becomes a serious page turner! I loved the characters and the little bit of mystery with all the family secrets. This is definitely a book that I would recommend and will wait quite anxiously for the next book in the series!
Review by @vegasdaisie121
Walker Pride by Bernadette Marie
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
This is a good story with A LOT going on.
Susan is following her dream and opening up her business in a new town. The last thing she needs in her life is a broody cowboy that she can’t seem to get off her mind. After her last relationship, she wants to protect her heart at all costs. But somehow the cowboy is finding his way in.
Eric works hard and keeps to himself. His family’s land is his world…and it is being threatened to be taken away from him due to Uncle’s bad decisions. One day he crosses paths with a woman that he can’t seem to stop thinking about. He is a loner, and he’s fine with that…but why Susan vacate his thoughts?!?
While Eric and Susan are dancing around their feelings for each other and their need to protect their own hearts…there is so much going on in the story. There is mystery…secrets that are going to blow your mind…a southern family filled with cowboys…and food that will make your mouth water!
I enjoyed reading this book. It is not my first book from this author…and it definitely won’t be the last. There is so much going on that I am looking forward to reading the next book. I am invested in this family now!
Walker Pride by Bernadette Marie
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Walker Pride (The Walker Family Book 1) by Bernadette Marie is a western romance story.
Susan Hayes relocated to Georgia to start a new life and advance her catering business. Eric Walker and his family appeared in her life just as she was about to achieve all she had ever desired. Eric Walker’s life had been peaceful, orderly, and uninteresting until his uncle squandered away the family’s assets, putting Eric’s livelihood in jeopardy. He fell in love in the middle of family secrets being revealed, someone damaging his company, and someone attempting to force him off his farm. Things will never be the same for them again, especially if the Walker family is destroyed and Eric is killed.
I loved every page of it. I can’t wait to read the rest of the other books in this series to find out what happens.
Walker Pride by Bernadette Marie
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Walker Pride (Book 1 of The Walker Family Series) by Bernadette Marie was a really good read! I wasn’t sure how I would like it at first, as the beginning was a little dry, but it definitely picked up the pace and got very interesting. The best part of this novel comes towards the end though. Eric reminded me so much of Wayne from Letterkenny (it’s a TV for those who don’t know) I couldn’t help but laugh at some of his sayings and what he does in this novel. I was shocked by some of the content, of course in a good way, and this novel was definitely not what I expected when I first started reading it. I can’t wait to read the next installment!
Walker Pride by Bernadette Marie
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Susan and Eric are both trying to write new chapters of their lives Eric is working as a horse boarder.. Susan is running a catering business. A chance encounter brings them together and their life is never the same. Loss, family secrets, family feuds, more secrets, romance and more bring them together to discover how much life can bring.. A well-written plot that runs smoothly with a few twists is a nice joy. The characters are quite entertaining personalities that are each unique I’ve known some ranch hands in the area and she nails it.
Walker Pride by Bernadette Marie
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This is the first book in The Walker Family series. This is a Western Romance novel and is 204 pages. This story follows Susan and Eric. Susan divorced a year ago and moves to Georgia to start a catering business. Eric’s uncle gambled away the family property and now someone wants Eric dead. A family secret he needs to uncover as it is destroying his livelihood and even possibly his life.
Walker Pride by Bernadette Marie
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
This is the 1st book in the Walker Family Series. It is a lovely story about love and overcoming difficulties. The author does a great job at making the characters likeable and relatable.
Susan has moved to Georgia for a fresh start. She has big plans t open her new restaurant. She had plans and goals. What she doesn’t expect is Eric to come in a mess them all up.
Eric is a bit of a longer. Happy with his own company. After finding out he was going to lose his home because of a bet his uncle lost, Eric doesn’t know where to turn or what to do…
There is an instant connection between Erica and Susan but with them both having problems in their life’s can they over come them together or will secrets from their posts stop them from having a future.
Walker Pride by Bernadette Marie
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Walker Pride is the first book in the Walker Family Series by Bernadette Marie. I had only previously read 1 book by this author but I had really enjoyed it and was looking forward to reading the start of a new series.
I really enjoyed this first book. This could end up being a very long series as the Walkers are one very big family and I’m sure all will have great stories to tell. AS the book continued more and more siblings, cousins etc were added to the clan.
In this book we get the story of the Eldest brother Eric. At risk of losing everything he has worked for due to a bet made by his Uncle, he’s determined to do everything possible to save his house and livelihood. He doesn’t have room for distractions but can’t help be extremely distracted by the beautiful Susan Hayes, the caterer at his Grandfather’s funeral.
I adored Eric and Susan’s story. There is so much more than just a romance story in this book. There is danger, drama and intrigue as well as feuding families. Susan and Eric are both great characters to read and I could have read about the two of them for hours and hours. This story was highly entertaining and keeps you gripped to the storyline to see what happens next.
Definitely recommend.
Walker Pride by Bernadette Marie
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Eric has secrets but can he survive it keep the land he has loved from when he was young.
Eric work on the land he has forever it seems, he lives for this plot until one day it may be whipped from him due to his Uncle’s gambling debits, but can Eric struggle to reclaim what he loves or will he be crushed by devastating secret’s which reveal that his family history is not quite it seems.
Susan is starting over her life and business in a new town, she is just getting to grips with everything until a broody, moody cowboys walks into her life and then she starts asking herself questions regarding past relationships and can she fall for this brooding cowboy or will she need to protect her heart.
This is the first book I have read by Bernadette Marie but I love a good cowboy story and this did not disappoint. I loved the characters and I think when a author shows them with flaws and all you find them more endearing and relatable to invest your emotions in and Eric and Susan do not disappoint. They both have to overcome some major life changing dramas and feeling you are working this out them is great.
The story is well written and the characters as I have said were brilliantly, I also thought the secondary characters really enhanced the story and can’t wait to read the stories of each of the brothers and see their histories uncover as I bet there are a few juicy stories in them.
Thank you Bernadette for introducing me to another family to invest in and can’t wait to read the next instalment.
Reviewed by Angela Shirley
Walker Pride by Bernadette Marie
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Walker Pride (The Walker Family Series Book 1) by Bernadette Marie was a great romantic read. I loved Eric as soon as I met him: his aloofness made him stand out. I enjoyed meeting the whole Walker family and finding out their secrets. There was romance, suspense, and mystery elements throughout. I did like Susan’s character as well, a woman trying to make it on her own.
Walker Pride by Bernadette Marie
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Walker Pride
The Walker Family
Book 1
By Bernadette Marie
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This is a full length Novel. Here you will find Western settings and romance. Oh so much more, but No Spoilers here. Just a good clean family based adventure, well worth reading.
Susan has moved away from an abusive affair. Moving to Georgia to start up her catering business. Things were looking good until the day it was not. Eric Walker rancher and quiet, kept to himself. Never bothered anyone. Until his grandfather died. Now he is about to lose everything he worked for. He may even lose his life, if the greedy plans are followed out.
Bernadette Marie is new to me and has worked her way into my favorites list. Her story is well written and will keep you on the edge of your seat. I fell in love with the characters and Eric has caught my heart. This story is one I will remember for a long time. I can’t wait to read book 2. Well Done Bernadette Marie! Well Done!
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Walker Pride by Bernadette Marie
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Walker Pride by Bernadette Marie a fantastic five-star read. Eric is a strong and sublime character; he keeps this story on track and adds a quiet strength to it. This story has drama, passion and history. There is plenty going on and the story flows so well, Susan adds something to the story as well, a soft strength. She has some great moments and brings this story to brightness that shines through.
Review by @saraoxo
Walker Pride by Bernadette Marie
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Walker Pride (The Walker Family Book 1) by Bernadette Marie is a contemporary western romance second chance story. It is a story that plays on your emotions. Mix in a strong and crazy southern family, romance and humour, mystery, and a sexy cowboy, secrets and enemies and you are set for an engaging read.
Reviewed by @jennadb
Walker Pride by Bernadette Marie
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Walker Pride by Bernadette Marie is book one of The Walker Family Series.
Susan moved to Georgia to finally start loving her life the way she’s wanted to. She never expected Eric Walker. Eric thinks he has everything he needs. He has his family’s business and his house on the edge of his family’s property. He’s a bit of a loner but he has what he needs. His life is structured and he knows what to expect from it. Meeting Susan and the attraction he feels for her is so unexpected. Things are changing for Eric starting with being in jeopardy of losing his family’s property thanks to his uncle. Eric and Susan face some challenges but will they make it work or will they continue to deny their attraction?
This book was really good. There was a lot of drama and suspense which kept you wondering what was going to happen! Can’t wait to read book two!
Walker Pride by Bernadette Marie
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Walker Pride is book one in the Walker Family series by Bernadette Marie. This is a cowboy romance that is easy to relate to and very easy to immerse yourself into. The path to happily ever after is never easy, and this story is no exception. The characters are diverse, individual and very likable. The story has all the feels. The drama is exciting. The romance sizzling. The author does a cracking job and delivers a stunning read. 4 stars.
Walker Pride by Bernadette Marie
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
This was my first Bernadette Marie book, and I am so very impressed with how each character had such a unique, distinct voice and personality. With such a large group of characters, mainly handsome gentlemen, it can easily become smeared talking heads, but Marie is very skilled in her character development. This is a love at first sight, heroine standing on her own two feet, love story that happens to have a rugged, loner cowboy as the hero! Throw in some mouth-watering descriptions of yummy food, a mystery, and some good old-fashioned southern charm and you have the makings of a great late-night read. I can’t wait to see what the next Walker brother has in store!
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Walker Pride by Bernadette Marie
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
5 Stars
Walker Pride (The Walker Family Series Book 1) by Bernadette Marie
Walker Pride is the first book in The Walker Family Series by Bernadette Marie. I truly enjoyed reading this romance story. I was drawn in from the beginning and kept me turning the pages till the end. I’ve read other books by this author but this one is definitely my favorite yet. Susan moves to Georgia to start the life she always dreamed of one-day having and to start her own catering business but what she didn’t expect was to meet Eric. His life was pretty well boring until his uncle put his life in jeopardy and gambled away the family’s property. There are twists and turns had family secrets. Can these to have a future together? Find out what happens next in this absolute must read. I can’t wait to read more from this Author and this series.
Walker Pride by Bernadette Marie
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
I must confess normally cowboy romances aren’t my favorites, but Brenadette Marie knocked this one out of the park and I was hooked from page one until the ending. I loved this whole read and am looking forward to seeing how this series unfolds. Eric Walker is the man of the hour in this book and his leading lady is Susan. These two do not disappoint and I very much loved the detail with which Ms. Marie wove their story. It was multilayered so I did have to go back a few times to clarify I was following things right and had the idea right. That is the only small note I would make on this one and the only thing keeping a five star rating for me. I just got a bit confused sometimes but I loved the story overall. I hope the next one flows a bit smoother. I think this is a series I will want to grace my bookshelf as well with covers like this one!
Review by @lizaileen
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Walker Pride by Bernadette Marie
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
All I can say about Walker Pride is oh my goodness, I thought I was getting myself into a good cowboy book but it is so much more. I have read several of Ms. Marie’s stories before but when I saw that she was starting a series about cowboys I was hooked from the beginning. Walker pride is so much more then just a cowboy book though, it has romance, drama, suspense, and like any good cowboy story it’s filled with family feuds. Ms. Marie’s character development and scenery makes her reader feel like their right in the middle of it all. I have to say that this story was one of my favorites and I personally can’t wait to see what happens next.
Walker Pride by Bernadette Marie
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Walker Pride is the first novel in the Walker Family series by Bernadette Marie. It follows the oldest son of Everett Walker, Eric, and his unexpected journey to finidng himself and someone he wants to share his life with.
Eric is forty years old and a bit of a loaner. He has his business and the house on the edge of his family’s property and thats all he thinks he needs. That is until he meets a woman at an event held by his family and she worms her way into his heart and soul, completely unintentionally.
Susan is in Georgia for a fresh start. After divorcing abiut a year ago, she is ready to focus on herself and build her business, which will hopefully lead to another business and an even bigger dream. But then she meets this kind of surly man at an event and she has to wonder if she is even ready for anything like that again.
I really enjoyed this story. It felt very detailed and had a ton of suspense in it. The twists and turns mad eme never want to put it down! Walker Pride is the perfect title and I really enjoyed all the characters (and there are A LOT haha)! I look forwarded to the rest of the series and getting to know the Walker clan even more!
Walker Pride by Bernadette Marie
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
I absolutely loved this book – I have to say I have a thing for a sexy cowboy so this story was definitely up my street so to speak! I loved Eric! He’d not had the easiest of lives but loved his simple and easy life until it’s jeopardised by a family member. I really felt for him at times and the author did a great job with his character giving him that slight vulnerability – this made me love him even more. I liked Susan too, she was clearly looking to get away from her past life when she meets Eric. Their story definitely had some twists and turns and it is one that I highly recommend.
