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Mad, Bad, and Dangerous To Know: A Western Christmas Novella Kindle Edition

by Mary Jo Putney (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
4.4 4.4 out of 5 stars 160 ratings
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He was going to be hanged on Tuesday

English-born Andrew Kane had enjoyed the adventurous life of a gambler in the Wild West, but after winning a ranch in Colorado, he was ready to settle down. Then his attempt to protect a young tavern girl led to a shoot out and a wrongful conviction for murder.

On his journey to the gallows, he meets despairing young widow Eliza Holden who intervenes when he's being beaten by his guards. Together, they find comfort and a stunning sense of connection. Can Eliza create a Christmas miracle for them both?


Praise from readers:

"Mary Jo Putney always delivers wonderful stories that hold my interest and leave me feeling wonderful!"

"I am a fan of all of Mary Jo's books. She creates very likeable characters. I have read all of her books."

"The main characters have personal struggles which they approach with grit and honor. Of course the love and peace of the Christmas season helps them resolve and love. I really liked the story set in the West especially because there are so few good stories set there."

"This was a really unique and memorable romance and much different than anything I've read from MJP before. It contains some serious subject matter...just be aware that it's not a light and easy read."
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    88 pages
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  3. Publication date
    November 4, 2024
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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B0D8ZZVV1V
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ November 4, 2024
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 1.7 MB
  • Simultaneous device usage ‏ : ‎ Unlimited
  • Text-to-Speech ‏ : ‎ Enabled
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  • Word Wise ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 88 pages
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.4 4.4 out of 5 stars 160 ratings

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Mary Jo Putney

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A New York Times, Wall Street Journal, and USAToday bestselling author, Mary Jo Putney was born in Upstate New York with a reading addiction, a condition for which there is no known cure. Her entire romance writing career is an accidental byproduct of buying a computer for other purposes.

Her novels are known for psychological depth and intensity and include historical and contemporary romance, fantasy, and young adult fantasy. Winner of numerous writing awards, including two RITAs and two Romantic Times Career Achievement awards, she has five times had books listed among the Library Journal's top five romances of the year, and three times had books among the top ten romances of Booklist, the magazine of the American Library Association.

Her favorite reading is great stories, but in a pinch she'll settle for the backs of cereal boxes. She's delighted that e-publishing can now make available books that have been out of print.

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"This was a great story. I love how the characters meet and a bond is formed. I couldn't put the book down...." Read more

"Mary Jo Putney writes wonderful characters, but this novella is exceptional. I was looking for it to read again when it came out as a standalone...." Read more

"...is only a novella, but it packs a punch: interesting premise, likable characters, and a wonderful Christmas idea of redemption." Read more

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Customers enjoy the story. They find the premise interesting, the characters likable, and the Western/romance/Christmas story engaging.

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"This is only a novella, but it packs a punch: interesting premise, likable characters, and a wonderful Christmas idea of redemption." Read more

"...I've read lots of novels by her, but I loved this Western/romance/Christmas story just on December 24th, 2024...." Read more

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  • Judy Patno
    5.0 out of 5 stars Wonderful
    Reviewed in the United States on December 22, 2024
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    This was a great story. I love how the characters meet and a bond is formed. I couldn't put the book down. This is a must read of Mary Jo Putney's books. I love a novella and how easy it is to read quickly.
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  • N. Richards
    5.0 out of 5 stars One of my most favorite stories
    Reviewed in the United States on November 17, 2024
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    Mary Jo Putney writes wonderful characters, but this novella is exceptional. I was looking for it to read again when it came out as a standalone. I love how it left me feeling heart-whole and hopeful. Read it if you have the chance.

    PS. I rarely review books. I’m too hypercritical. This is the exception. Not one thing I would change. Enjoy!
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  • A Lady
    4.0 out of 5 stars MAD, BAD, AND DANGEROUS TO KNOW: A Novella by Mary Jo Putney (Previously Published)
    Reviewed in the United States on December 9, 2024
    An American Western Romance Novella

    Note: This story first appeared in a 1993 anthology called RAKES AND ROGUES. It can also still be found in a collection by Putney called CHRISTMAS CANDLES... which is where I read it.

    MAD, BAD, AND DANGEROUS TO KNOW was a really unique and memorable romance that felt much different than anything I've read by MJP before. It contains some serious subject matter which I don't want to mention and spoil for anyone, but just be aware that it's not a light and easy read. There's also some derogatory terms used which I was a little shocked to see. This happed twice, once each to a couple of different races. There is also a sex scene very early on which I just wasn't feeling since these two were virtual strangers. Regardless of its many faults though I adored Liza and Drew and their turbulent but amazing love story. I was captivated by the characters, the setting, and the events as they unfolded before my eyes. It was a bit outdated to be sure but overall I still liked and enjoyed it... 😊
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  • innerdragon
    5.0 out of 5 stars never disappoints
    Reviewed in the United States on November 24, 2024
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    This is only a novella, but it packs a punch: interesting premise, likable characters, and a wonderful Christmas idea of redemption.
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  • Oldnurse74
    5.0 out of 5 stars Western Christmas
    Reviewed in the United States on November 19, 2024
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    I occasionally stray from the Regency Era but I was glad I did when purchasing this book. I have read all of Mary Jo Putney's historical books. This book was a great read. Briefly, the plot revolves around a condemned man and the widow of the man he killed, in true Mary Jo Putney style, she weaves a believable story around grounded characters. I am glad I read this "out of my lane" book, it will be relegated to reread books each Christmas. It makes a great present for yourself.
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  • Monica Beltrami-Carter
    5.0 out of 5 stars Lovely short story.
    Reviewed in the United States on December 24, 2024
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    Worth of Ms. Putney from the first letter to the last.
    I've read lots of novels by her, but I loved this Western/romance/Christmas story just on December 24th, 2024.
    A very happy Christmas for me, and obviously for Mary Jo Putney.
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  • Regular Customer
    5.0 out of 5 stars Danger on the road to happiness
    Reviewed in the United States on December 3, 2024
    I have been reading this author's novels since the mid 80s and have never ever been anything but enthralled! This novelette is no exception!
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  • Dhyra Archer
    5.0 out of 5 stars Great Christmas Story
    Reviewed in the United States on November 11, 2024
    Loved this book so much! Mary Jo is always a brilliant writer. Read it in one sitting, it was so good! Got me right out of a reading slump I was in.
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