Prize Money - by Celeste Castro (Paperback)

About the Book

"Eva is saved from impending disaster by a tall, dark, and handsome bullfighter--a woman. Toma Rozene is an equestrian stuntwoman fresh off the set of a blockbuster film when a family emergency calls her home to help run the family business: rescuing fallen rodeo riders before blustering bulls and bucking broncos trample their dreams. Eva and Toma's shared passions and competitive spirits make friendship easy, but, as their feelings deepen, they must decide if the divergent futures they seek will stand in the way of love."--Provided by publisher.

Book Synopsis

A rodeo queen and a Hollywood stuntwoman find love on the circuit.

Eva is saved from impending disaster by Toma, a tall, dark, and handsome bullfighter. Toma is fresh off a blockbuster film set when a family emergency calls her home to help run the family business: rescuing fallen rodeo riders. Eva and Toma's shared passions and competitive spirits make friendship easy, but as their feelings deepen, they must decide if their divergent futures will stand in the way of love.

Can Eva, a rodeo queen, and Toma, a Hollywood stuntwoman, find a way to make their relationship work amidst the thrills and dangers of the rodeo circuit? This LGBTQ+ romance explores themes of second chances, family, and personal growth in the heart of rural Idaho. Perfect for readers who enjoy stories with strong female characters and slow-burn relationships.

Review Quotes

"Castro clearly knows her stuff, capturing rodeo culture and the thrill of competition in action-packed scenes. [...] Readers are in for a riveting ride." --
Publishers Weekly

"Sometimes there is nothing better than a slow-burn romance with two main characters that you can believe in who have moments of being vulnerable and indecisive as to the route to take. This is one of those books. It will take you out of yourself and into another world. As a reader you can settle in and just enjoy."--Valden Bush, The Lesbian Review

About the Author

Celeste Castro (she/her) is an American Mexican from small-town, rural Idaho, where most of her stories take place. She grew up with learning disabilities, though she always kept a journal. In 2009, she graduated from Seattle University with a Master of Public Administration. She is a member of the Golden Crown Literary Society (GCLS) and a 2019 GCLS finalist for paranormal fiction. In addition to fiction, she's a staff writer with Hispanecdotes, an online magazine for Latinx writers, where she publishes essays and poetry.