In the story, Sam feels that she can’t talk openly with her mother Angie about her plans to bull ride because she feels her mom would disagree and talk her out of her goal. Have you ever had to keep a secret in order to do what you felt was the right thing?
When Sam first met Ethan, she labeled him a “city slicker” and a “greenhorn tourist.” Have you ever judged someone prematurely before meeting them? Why?
Ethan was immediately attracted to Sam because she was so different from the type of girls he was used to seeing in New York. Do you believe opposites attract as a rule or as an exception?
Ethan’s family was at the ranch under false pretences. After Ethan got to know Sam, he wanted to share his secret with her. Why did he feel he couldn’t yet?
Jeffrey Ames only cared about wealth and status, even at the sacrifice of his own son. Do you know anyone who has allowed the greed of the world to overcome them in this way? How do you handle being around such people?
Sam and Ethan were an unlikely match—seemingly polar opposites. But what did Sam and Ethan have in common?
Sam was willing to put her very life on the line in a dangerous attempt to meet her goals. Have you ever been so passionate about something that you risked your life to succeed? How did the situation turn out? Would you do it again?
Sam’s best friend, Kate, was a stable force in Sam’s chaotic life. What friends have you had over the years that were there for you in a crisis?
In the story, Sam rode a mechanical bull at the town fair. Have you ever ridden a mechanical bull? What was your experience like?
Sam is very comfortable around horses, having spent her entire life on them and around them. Do you enjoy horseback riding? When was the first time you ever rode a horse?
Ethan was willing to put the comfort of his wealthy lifestyle aside when he fell in love with Sam. Have you ever had to change careers or lifestyles in order to be with your spouse or significant other?
When Ethan revealed his father’s plans for the Jenson ranch, Sam knew she had misinterpreted Ethan’s intentions. Have you ever been in a misunderstanding with someone that hurt you, only to find out you had misunderstood them? How did you get past the hurt?
When Sam rides in the rodeo at the end, she tosses her hat in a tribute to her father. Have you ever made a public gesture in honor of a loved one in your life? Tell us about it.
ISBN: 978-1-4268-5267-1
RODEO SWEETHEART
Copyright © 2010 by Betsy St. Amant
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