Better Luck Next Time by Julia Claiborne Johnson

Reno Nevada was known for one thing in the 30's - quickie divorces. Ward is a good looking, hard working young ranch hand looking to find himself and he finds more than he bargained for at the Flying Leap Ranch. Emily is new to the ranch and struggling so the fearless Nina who is a return customer takes her under her wing. They need a partner in crime for the six weeks at the ranch so they turn to Ward. Together they ponder marriage, divorce, love , sadness and the search to find themselves. Wonderful honest characters - flawed but they steal your hearts as easily as they keep your secrets. This is historical fiction with a slice of life look at an area we haven't explored before. Readers of CITY OF GIRLS and Kate Quinn's books will love these spunky brave women searching to find their place and maybe someone to share it with.  One of my faves already this year - 4 1/2 stars