Summary of Longarm 298: Longarm and the Kissin' Cousins by Tabor Evans

Welcome to the wild, Wild West, where everyone seems to have a cousin, and apparently, they're all ready to smooch! Longarm and the Kissin' Cousins is the 298th installment in the Longarm series, and if you thought you'd seen it all in Westerns, think again!

Our handsome hero, Longarm (a.k.a. the most prominent lawman with a knack for getting into way too many awkward situations), is back and is about to navigate the picturesque chaos that is family reunions-because who doesn't want to mix a bit of familial awkwardness with shootouts?

Here's the deal: Longarm finds himself entangled in the affairs of not one, but multiple cousins. The plot isn't exactly an Oscar contender, but who needs a coherent narrative when there's plenty of "kissin'" to throw at the unsuspecting reader? Throw in a sprinkling of bad guys, a dash of saloon brawls, and maybe a horse or two, and you've got yourself a recipe for typical Western hilarity.

What's on the agenda? Oh, just everyone trying to find the perfect opportunity to smack those lips on a cousin or two, while Longarm plays the role of the cautious protector. A noble profession, indeed-especially when the most dangerous thing might just be a family member trying to steal a kiss. Spoiler alert: it's just as weird as it sounds.

As you dive into the pages of this thrilling romance/law enforcement mashup, you might frequently find yourself laughing at the outlandish situation Longarm gets himself into. Between dubious family connections and unexpected romantic entanglements, it's clear that in the West, blood ties can be both a blessing and a curse.

Now, let's not forget the classic Western tropes that sprout like wildflowers in the desert sun. You'll witness shootouts, saloon girls with hearts of gold, and enough witty banter to make you feel like you're in a soap opera set during the Gold Rush. If that doesn't tickle your fancy, I'm not sure what will - besides maybe a good ol' fashion tumbleweed rolling by.

In summary, Longarm and the Kissin' Cousins is a rollicking blend of romance and Western adventure, with a hefty dose of family drama. It's a book that proves that in the end, all you really need is love, a whole lot of gumption, and, ideally, a family tree that doesn't get too tangled up into, well, a mess of smooching! So, sit back, grab your popcorn, and prepare for a ride through the romantic shenanigans of the Wild West!

Maddie Page

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