Kelly Ames: “Come for the camels, stay for the characters . . .Queen of Cotton grabbed me on page one and never let go. It’s the rare home-front adventure that feels as breathless as any battlefield tale, and it’s anchored by a heroine I’ll be cheering for a long time . . .Sara Darnell Brown is the reason to read this book. If you like your historical fiction with brains, heart, and a heroine who refuses to be small, this one belongs on your nightstand.”

Big Fan: “Our wait is over. Fans of Laurie Moore-Moore’s first Texas saga (GONE TO DALLAS) in the Texas Brave and Strong series are richly rewarded with Stand Alone Book 2: QUEEN OF COTTON . . .The result is a galloping read that runs the trail from camels to Comanches, to cotton dealing, to golden riches, and converges in a fiery climax. Plenty of twists and turns drive a gritty pulse of frontier adventure that kept me turning the pages to the end. Can’t wait for Book 3!”

Jill Anderson “If you’re looking for action, adventure, and intrigue, Queen of Cotton should hit the top of your TBR pronto. Moore-Moore keeps the story moving with twists and surprises (which I will not spoil here, so you gotta trust me). Along the way, the group interacts with a host of historical figures in authentic and compelling action . . .In the spirit of Elise Hooper and Kristin Hannah, Moore-Moore gives us a woman who transcends the strictures placed against women and shines brightly despite the difficulties. . . .Grab Queen of Cotton today.”

Karen Siddall: “Exciting, entertaining and educational. This surprising tale is one of overcoming obstacles and hardships, exciting yet terrifying Indian and bandit encounters, rich in historical detail, and full of heart and emotion. The plot is well-paced, with interesting historical tidbits sprinkled throughout the story, and I loved the appearances by actual historical figures.”

Jen Ellen: “What I continue to admire about Moore-Moore’s writing is the seamless weaving of fact and fiction. She grounds her characters and plot lines in carefully researched history which makes the setting feel authentic while still leaving room for imaginative twists, such as camel caravans. Sara remains a standout character—plucky, resourceful, and unafraid to challenge the norms of her time. The supporting cast, from friends to community members, adds richness and depth . . .I’m already looking forward to the next chapters in Sara’s adventures.

Celia, Book Fidelity: “This is heralded as a stand alone novel ‘rooted in history.’ And it certainly was . . .I love a strong female protagonist, especially when she is on an adventure. I found Sara to be a strong and resourceful woman. While historical fiction is not one of my go-to genres, I definitely recommend this to both lovers and those who don’t frequent the genre.

Texas Shopper: “Unexpected Texas history! I really enjoyed book one in this series and was excited to read the next chapter in Sara’s life . . .I found the book enjoyable . . .I highly recommend this book to readers who enjoy historical fiction, Texas history and women’s history.