Levi Heart has had feelings for Peyton Johnson for as long as he can remember. She was way too young though, so he kept his feelings to himself. When Peyton’s dad died, Levi was there, doing everything he could to make sure she was going to be okay. He did his best to hold her world together, when she was crumbling beneath the pressure. Still, he knew Peyton was too lost in her grief to realize … grief to realize he was there as more than just a friend.
He wanted more.
Finally, she’s back from college, and the feelings he’s had all along for her, have gotten deeper. He felt like he won the lottery when he discovered that she burns just as hot for him.
Now that he knows, he’s never letting her go. This cowboy knows what he wants and won’t let anything stand in his way.
Tory’s back with a cowboy that will take his woman for more than just an eight second ride. He’s playing for keeps and will for sure heat you up on these frosty Fall mornings. So snuggle up under a blanket, grab some hot chocolate and get ready for a cowboy who is ready to lasso his one and only.
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Such a cute novella! In the beginning of this story, my heart broke for Peyton because she lost her mother years ago and then most recently her father and is now the only one in her family. Inheriting her family’s property and ranch, while she loves it, is not what she wants to do in her life and agrees to sell to Levi, who had already expressed interest to her father to buy. Levi has been waiting for a while, knowing Peyton is the one for him but giving her time, but as she finishes school the get closer and once she moves home things speed up drastically. Tory’s books always go at warp speed for these characters, but I liked that this one had it drawn out a little in the beginning. She adds the perfect amount of backstory, information, and steam to give an enjoyable reading experience but not be over the top. Can’t wait for the next one!
I voluntarily read and reviewed an Advance Reader Copy of this book.
Utterly sweet is the perfect way to describe Levi and Peyton’s story. Levi has had his eye on Peyton for a little while but he waited for the right time. When her father unexpectedly dies, Peyton comes home and Levi does what his heart is screaming for him to do, take care of her. He steps in to help her with the ranch until she can finish up the last of school and return to town permanently. In the meantime, they text and talk, getting to know each other better. When she returns to town, things quickly heat up and it was absolutely adorable to watch. Tory Baker gives you all the best parts of romance: affection, intimacy, passion and love and I can’t wait for more of her stories!
Peyton comes back home after the death of her father to figure out what to do about the family ranch. Old friend Levi wants nothing more than to help and offer support. Sparks fly as they start their journey of forever. Another sweet read from this author. Looking forward to reading more!
Peyton has finally come home. The last time was to bury her father. Now she’s making her own way, selling the family ranch, and being responsible. All that along with possibly falling for Levi, a friend and soon to be new ranch owner. Levi meanwhile has decided that he’s given Peyton enough time. She belongs to him. He’s been her comfort and now he wants to be her forever. He’ll combine their lives into one HEA!
Baker once again delivers a love story to warm the heart, heal the soul, and give us hope that deep and meaningful love exists. It’s often instant but sometimes just slow and steady.