Sometimes the second time around is even better than the first…Cort Bellamy’s been avoiding his hometown of Crossroads, Georgia for too long. Who can blame him, when the small town is so thick with memories and everyone recalls that he let the love of his life slip away? However, his father’s summons for help on the family ranch can’t go unanswered much longer—and now he’s offering Cort a … offering Cort a share. Returning to hard work is expected…but he never thought he’d see HER again.
Joss Ellis hates returning to her hometown with her tail tucked, a failure in everyone’s eyes. Her aspirations of making a place for herself in the big city have left her defeated and more than a little depressed. But the minute she sees her rugged ex, her emotions take a detour to hot and bothered. It’s impossible not to run into each other. Even the secret fishing hole is a reminder of whispers and promises that never came true.
She’s the same beauty with a big heart that he can’t keep his hands off. He’s sexier and more untamed than ever. To bring them even closer, they’re fighting similar battles in life. While Cort’s determined to show her that happiness is right here in Crossroads, Joss isn’t convinced. All she’s certain of is that sleeping with her ex is a really bad idea…and she definitely won’t fall for him this time around.
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Sigh-inducing, charming cowboy romance!
Cort and Jess were made for each other, but they just couldn’t see it all those years ago. It took both of them venturing out on their own only to return to their hometown in order for them to realize they never really moved on.
I love the way they surrendered to their undeniable connection even before they could figure out how to make it all work. There was just never any doubt about how they felt together. Maturity really looks good on both of them, as they’re now able to recognize what they have, who they are separately, and who they are together.
There’s such an undercurrent of romance in every interaction. Cort is rough and short-tempered, but turns into a cowboy poet at just the right moments. Joss is a little bit lost in herself, still trying to figure out if her dreams are worth pursuing, but with Cort she doesn’t hesitate to let her heart take the lead.
I loved the side characters, too, and I especially respected the relationships between Cort and his dad, and Joss and her sister. I absolutely adored the rodeo scenes (and especially one in the borrowed truck!) and their HEA was everything I could have hoped for. I can’t wait to read more in this delightful new series. I voluntarily reviewed an ARC of this book.
This was a delightful read! Loved the story line and the characters are amazing. Was drawn into the story from the start and enjoyed Cort and Joss’s journey back to happily ever after. This is going to be an interesting series.
I voluntarily read and reviewed this book; all opinions expressed are my own.