From this “fabulous storyteller” (Carolyn Brown, New York Times bestselling author) comes the first book in an all-new western romance series. Delaney Harper thought she’d seen the last of Meadow Valley after her deadbeat husband left her brokenhearted and, well, just flat broke. But news that her ex sold their land means she’s heading back to reclaim her share of the property and the dreams … reclaim her share of the property and the dreams she was forced to put on hold. Only one thing stands in her way now: a smoking hot cowboy.
Sam Callahan is too busy trying to keep his new guest ranch afloat to spend any time on serious relationships-at least, that’s what he tells himself. But when a gorgeous blonde shows up insisting she owns half his property, Sam quickly realizes he’s got bigger problems than Delaney’s claim on the land—she could also claim his heart.
Includes the bonus novel The Toughest Cowboy in Texas by New York Times bestselling author Carolyn Brown!
3.5/5 stars
My first book by this author and I enjoyed it. It was a little slow at times and a little long for me but it was still a good story. Liked Sam and Delaney. They were a good couple.
I received an ARC of this book from NetGalley and I am voluntarily leaving an honest review.
This book was not for me, I had a hard time just getting into it. I really did like Delaney and her take no prisoners and her independent attitude. I was not huge fan of Sam he came off as whinny. I felt like a lot of the book dragged. I did like Ben he was fun to read about and I liked Scout too. This book does have sex and adult Lagrange thought out so may not be suitable for all readers. I received an advance copy from the publisher via NetGalley. I was under no obligation to post a review and have given my honest opinion
In this first story of the Meadow Valley Ranch series, we are introduced to the three owners of the ranch, brothers Sam and Ben and their friend Colt. A ranch that is struggling and one Sam is trying to keep in the black even though they bought it for a steal. Something that he’ll discover was too good to be true.
Much to Sam’s surprise , Delaney Harper comes to town to claim her ownership of the ranch. A ranch her ex sold without her consent.
Though there is an attraction between them, they are at opposite ends of the spectrum.
As the plot develops we suspect Delaney’s ex was abusive and know that Sam and Ben’s father is dealing with dementia. Two very real issues many face , making this story more believable.
Of the two main characters, Sam is the winner and truly the one that for me, made the story more engaging. He was hardworking, a gentleman and as the author described him “chivalrous”.
An entertaining story that though for me wasn’t a must read, it still was good for an afternoon of leisure.
I was entrusted a copy of this book by Netgalley and Forever. The opinions expressed are solely my own.