For Sam

Landen Acres #2

by Natalie Jess

The nerdy country cowboy and the perfectionist city girl are about to fall head over heels, with a few bumps along the way….

Tommy, the math-loving, second-youngest, sometimes overlooked, Landen brother has spent the last year getting his world right again after his ex turned it upside down. He’s finally gotten some of his confidence back, but is afraid of trusting someone so completely. Then Samantha walks into his life. For the first time in a while, something ignites, because Sam is everything he could ever want, all in one well-organized package. He just needs to show her that he’s worth a look.

After careful consideration and dozens of pros and cons lists, Samantha Davies took the plunge and moved to the small town of Greenstone, hoping to find a community to truly call her home. The people are friendly, and one cowboy in particular is especially dreamy. But why would someone as sweet, smart, and gorgeous as Tommy Landen ever settle for a girl like her? No, it’s better to have him as a friend so she doesn’t lose her footing in this community that could be the place she puts down roots.

But when Tommy makes his move, will Sam trust that he wants all of her, quirks and all? And when Sam finally lets down her walls, will it be too much for him? Or when Tommy’s ex moves back, will she detail everything?

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Landen Acres is a sweet but spicy cowboy romance series following the five Landen brothers finding love in their small town. Each brother has his own story and every book has a happy ending.
For Sam is the second story in the Landen Acres series. The suggested reading order, based on the chronological timeline, is:

For Avery
For Sam
For Caleb
For Becca
For Fiona

374 pages, Paperback

First published May 14, 2024

Reviews

[Heather · Rating 5 out of 5]

I absolutely adored the second book in the Landen Arces series. 

The anxiety representation and Sam's tendency to overthink everything was so wonderfully relatable for me. I fell in love with her character so quickly. 

Tommy Landen is an amazing character. His kindness and consideration for all the little things that make Sam feel safe and loved were truly heartwarming. Everyone deserves someone in their life that treats them the way Tommy treats Sam. 

My favourite part of this book was the games of Truth and Dare Sam and Tommy partake in. It added funny, vulnerable, and steamy moments to the story that I loved so much. 

Read If You Enjoy:  
🐎 Small Town Romance
🐎 Cinnamon Roll MMC 
🐎 Cowboy Romance 

Thank you Natalie for the ARC copy of For Sam. I am voluntarily leaving an honest review.

[Ashley Arca · Rating 5 out of 5]

Tommy & Samantha's story is so beautiful.
The way they compliment each other in every way is chef's kiss.
I absolutely loved reading this story and getting to know Tommy & Sam. The way Tommy treats Samantha is the way EVERY man should treat his girlfriend/wife/partner.
I love the instant connection and comfort you feel these two have and their story develops so beautifully.
10/10 recommend.

[Rebecca Middleton · Rating 5 out of 5]

Tommy Landen is a dream boyfriend! This is the second book in the Landen Acres series. Tommy meets Sam because she has an agreement with Jackson (Tommy’s oldest brother) to meet people of their tight nite community when she moves for a new job. Tommy knows that she is it for him right away and he takes his time to become her friend first to built that solid foundation. Tommy is the most attentive boyfriend and just straight gentleman. Sam is a little more reserved and always in her head. It is Tommy’s goal to get her to open up to him. I wish there were a bit more storyline so that we could see how they live together, especially with Sam’s concerns of sharing a space with all the Landen brothers. The spice was slow in this book compared to the first but touched on excellent points for their storyline.

I loved the little bread crumbs for Matt’s story, though I thought by Tommy’s observations that he may say something…

[Andra · Rating 5 out of 5]

Book 2 in Landen Acres series

I've fallen in complete and utter love with Tommy's and Sam's journey from friends to lovers. The sexy, nerdy cowboy and the perfectionist city girl are quite simply perfect for each other. Natalie Jess delivers a feel-good, swoon-worthy cowboy romance with some steamy spice in this book. She truly captured the heart of the characters bringing them to life on the pages and making me love them even more with every passing page.

Each book in this series follows a different couple, and I loved reading Tommy's and Sam's love story. With a little bit of trust and openness along with overcoming past hurts, love can prevail.

Strong, well-developed characters. Detailed world building.

"Anything for you, Samantha."

[Tracie Rogers · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book was amazing. I am really loving the Landen brothers series. This book is Sam and Tommy's story. Tommy who has been hurt in the past develops a huge crush on Sam. The new girl in town who "dated" his brother. He's become an amazing friend but wants to move to the next level. Can Sam see him as more than a friend. Sam has the biggest crush on Tommy. Yes she fake dated his brother but she's always had a crush on Tommy. Hes nerdy yet rugged. He's amazing in all ways. This book really is so good. I loved all the characters and look forward to the next book in the series.

[Linsey Toney · Rating 5 out of 5]

For Sam book 2 in the Landen Acres Series is great.

I really enjoyed For Sam. This book is a romantic slow burn with a dash of spiciness. I would recommend this book. It can be read as a stand alone but I would recommend reading the books in order. Most of the characters are loveable, but you know there always has to be one you will love to hate lol...

[redreads4861 · Rating 5 out of 5]

*Small town
*Cowboy Romance
\*Country Boy/ City Girl
*Perfectionist FMC
*Nerdy MMC
*Cinnamon Roll MMC

I loved reading Sam & Tommy's story! The way he took his time with her and didn't make her feel bad about herself. He knew what she need and showed her just how much he cared about her. I loved every second of this one!! If you like any of these then give this one a go.

[Kimberly Gordon · Rating 5 out of 5]

Omg I absolutely ate this up,oooh Tommy Landen is just such a swoon worthy cowboy. He so attentive, in love with Sam. Sam was such a wonderful character she sweet, but independent ,overthinking lovable woman. There some spicey scenes this was just amazing can’t wait to meet the rest of the family

[Michele Del Rey · Rating 5 out of 5]

Total opposites fall in love but it will not be easy. I loved that this book was not a quick love relationship. I enjoyed everything about this book. The writing was so good and the characters were so good together.

[Sara Carver · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book, these cowboys, 🔥! Samantha is a sweet, city girl who moved to the small ranch town. Tommy is one of the Landen brothers working on their ranch and he’s the nerd of the family. Nerdy cowboy?! Shy city girl?! Such a perfect combo for a swoon worthy cowboy romance! 🥰

[Michelle C · Rating 4 out of 5]

Friends to Lovers. Tommy and Sam (Samantha) meet when she loves to town for her new job. Tommy is instantly attracted to Sam but knows he has to take things slowly. He is over a recent humiliating breakup and not trusting a lot. They become friends but the attraction is brewing. Sam has confidence issues from her past and Tommy notices and does what he can to make her feel relaxed and confident.
It’s a slow boil but when it boils over it’s steaming hot. Tommy is an amazing BBF and together they are ❤️‍🔥. Enjoy the read.

[Holli Mahar · Rating 5 out of 5]

Another fantastic read by Natalie Jess! I thoroughly enjoyed this book. I'm anxiously awaiting more books in the series.

[Miriam_Reads94 · Rating 4 out of 5]

Everybody needs a Tommy. The way he cares for Sam, the things he says to her, and the way they are with each other is just adorable and totally GOALS!!!!! I loved watching their friendship turn into a relationship and that behind the scenes at the final auction was so sweet i was in tears by the end of Tommys speech.

If you like swoon worthy cowboys, definitly check out this book.

[Kimberly Gordon · Rating 5 out of 5]

i really adored sam and Tommy. it,s a slow burn but when it pick up it,s hot.