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Every Single Wildflower
Every Single Wildflower is a small town, ex boyfriend's older brother, cowboy romance.
Returning home to Mayson Ridge was the last thing I had planned. But after receiving unexpected text reading
you need to come home and with no other reasonable excuse besides my own guilt, I had no other choice. I knew at some point I'd have to face my family, and being back in Mayson Ridge meant I'd unfortunately end up facing the man who shattered my heart before I left for good. I thought I'd see him in passing, a simple glance from across a crowded room. What I didn't expect was to find Maddox Sheppard working on my family ranch. Just like I didn't expect to be forced into teaming up with him to save what's left of the Mayson Ranch legacy. But old feelings still linger, the heartbreak fresh, and so many unspoken words between me and the rugged cowboy who secretly owns my heart. I'd have given it to him years ago...but he, along with the rest of this town thought it belonged to someone else.
To his brother.
Every Single Wildflower is book one of the Every Single Series. It can be read as a standalone. No cheating and a guaranteed HEA.
Returning home to Mayson Ridge was the last thing I had planned. But after receiving unexpected text reading
you need to come home and with no other reasonable excuse besides my own guilt, I had no other choice. I knew at some point I'd have to face my family, and being back in Mayson Ridge meant I'd unfortunately end up facing the man who shattered my heart before I left for good. I thought I'd see him in passing, a simple glance from across a crowded room. What I didn't expect was to find Maddox Sheppard working on my family ranch. Just like I didn't expect to be forced into teaming up with him to save what's left of the Mayson Ranch legacy. But old feelings still linger, the heartbreak fresh, and so many unspoken words between me and the rugged cowboy who secretly owns my heart. I'd have given it to him years ago...but he, along with the rest of this town thought it belonged to someone else.
To his brother.
Every Single Wildflower is book one of the Every Single Series. It can be read as a standalone. No cheating and a guaranteed HEA.
287 pages, Kindle Edition
Published March 21, 2025
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January 18, 2026
Ivy was a great FMC. I thought she was just running away for no reason, boy did she have reasons… one major one was Maddox. Who is the definition of golden retriever with alpha energy cowboy! 🤠 the spice was slow and minimal but the drama and plot were 🧑🏻🍳 💋!!
***spoilers⚠️⚠️⚠️
The story is told in pieces, going from present to past, I’m telling it in chronological order.
Past:
Ivy was dating Brady since she was about 14. She was in love, as much as any 14 year old. Over time, she realized her love for Brady felt more like a brotherly love. When she tried to break up with him, his father passed and she couldn’t do it then, so she stayed. Brady always put her on the back burner. He aspired to be a bull rider. He chased buckles and bunnies. Thinking he hid it from Ivy. He lets her down time and again. But Maddox, his older brother seems to pick up the pieces. When Brady didn’t show to prom, Maddox takes her to her favorite field of wildflowers. When Brady forgets to pick her up after work, Maddox is there.
Their chemistry is magnetic and they both fight it. Maddox has guilt over it because not only is Brady his younger brother, but Brady blames Maddox for the accident that caused their father to pass. Maddox lied saying he was driving when it was really his dad. He didn’t want Brady’s image of their father to be destroyed over one mistake.
During a cookout, Ivy goes to get cups for her mom, she catches her father and Jamie - Aiden’s (one of the fam hands) wife - kissing and her dad saying it’s over. Her dad sees her and tries to explain. She leaves and goes to Maddox, who has been a rock. She sees Emily (town ho) in his shirt and sees Maddox fresh from the shower. Ivy runs to the barn to hide, Maddox chases her, they bang. Emily actually follows them and forever tries to get Maddox’s attention.
After, Maddox tells Ivy it was a mistake and leaves, not looking back. Ivy realizes she has to leave, and does, not returning for 4 years.
Present:
Ivy gets a call about her dad being in the hospital after a fire on their ranch. Her mother and one of her brothers, Cooper, are glad to see her. Ryder her other brother is still upset she left. She stays in Cooper’s cabin, without being told it’s now Maddox’s cabin. They run into each other when she is out of the shower looking for a towel.
Ivy tries to avoid Maddox but he seems to be everywhere. They are also trying to save the ranch as it has been struggling financially for a while. The fire investigator determines it is arson which prevents them from filing an insurance claim. This puts them in a bad position, possibly having to sell. There is another ranch competitor that wants to buy the ranch but he is a twit.
Brady sees Ivy is back and it seems like he’d like to get back with her. Maddox and Ivy flirt heavily and anytime Maddox is with / near a woman, Ivy freaks out with jealousy.
They finally give in to their feelings, of course Maddox feels bad because of his brother. Ivy confesses she was never with Brady fully because she knew deep down she wanted Maddox, so her first time was with Maddox in the barn. And her dad cheated on her mom which all lead to her leaving, she couldn’t be her to watch Maddie be with other women and face her mother.
The fire investigator confesses he lied, that it wasn’t arson (Ryder beat him up) and they are able to save the ranch.
Ivy’s dad apologizes again and tells Ivy her mom knows, he confessed a year ago. It never reached a sexual relationship, only kissing and emotional. Her mom forgave him and chose to stay.
Maddox and Brady talk. Brady now knows his father was drunk behind the wheel and he apologizes for being so mean with Maddox.
***spoilers⚠️⚠️⚠️
The story is told in pieces, going from present to past, I’m telling it in chronological order.
Past:
Ivy was dating Brady since she was about 14. She was in love, as much as any 14 year old. Over time, she realized her love for Brady felt more like a brotherly love. When she tried to break up with him, his father passed and she couldn’t do it then, so she stayed. Brady always put her on the back burner. He aspired to be a bull rider. He chased buckles and bunnies. Thinking he hid it from Ivy. He lets her down time and again. But Maddox, his older brother seems to pick up the pieces. When Brady didn’t show to prom, Maddox takes her to her favorite field of wildflowers. When Brady forgets to pick her up after work, Maddox is there.
Their chemistry is magnetic and they both fight it. Maddox has guilt over it because not only is Brady his younger brother, but Brady blames Maddox for the accident that caused their father to pass. Maddox lied saying he was driving when it was really his dad. He didn’t want Brady’s image of their father to be destroyed over one mistake.
During a cookout, Ivy goes to get cups for her mom, she catches her father and Jamie - Aiden’s (one of the fam hands) wife - kissing and her dad saying it’s over. Her dad sees her and tries to explain. She leaves and goes to Maddox, who has been a rock. She sees Emily (town ho) in his shirt and sees Maddox fresh from the shower. Ivy runs to the barn to hide, Maddox chases her, they bang. Emily actually follows them and forever tries to get Maddox’s attention.
After, Maddox tells Ivy it was a mistake and leaves, not looking back. Ivy realizes she has to leave, and does, not returning for 4 years.
Present:
Ivy gets a call about her dad being in the hospital after a fire on their ranch. Her mother and one of her brothers, Cooper, are glad to see her. Ryder her other brother is still upset she left. She stays in Cooper’s cabin, without being told it’s now Maddox’s cabin. They run into each other when she is out of the shower looking for a towel.
Ivy tries to avoid Maddox but he seems to be everywhere. They are also trying to save the ranch as it has been struggling financially for a while. The fire investigator determines it is arson which prevents them from filing an insurance claim. This puts them in a bad position, possibly having to sell. There is another ranch competitor that wants to buy the ranch but he is a twit.
Brady sees Ivy is back and it seems like he’d like to get back with her. Maddox and Ivy flirt heavily and anytime Maddox is with / near a woman, Ivy freaks out with jealousy.
They finally give in to their feelings, of course Maddox feels bad because of his brother. Ivy confesses she was never with Brady fully because she knew deep down she wanted Maddox, so her first time was with Maddox in the barn. And her dad cheated on her mom which all lead to her leaving, she couldn’t be her to watch Maddie be with other women and face her mother.
The fire investigator confesses he lied, that it wasn’t arson (Ryder beat him up) and they are able to save the ranch.
Ivy’s dad apologizes again and tells Ivy her mom knows, he confessed a year ago. It never reached a sexual relationship, only kissing and emotional. Her mom forgave him and chose to stay.
Maddox and Brady talk. Brady now knows his father was drunk behind the wheel and he apologizes for being so mean with Maddox.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
January 17, 2026
3.5 rounded up. Needs a grammar and continuity editor, and I wasn't a fan of the FMC's father's storyline. But this one as a whole is cute and has my heart. I always love a ranch setting. Loved the side characters too, and the bits of family drama. Immediately reading the next book bc I wanna see the brother and Dakota's story.
‼️Spoilers
The cheating tag is for a pair of important side characters, NOT for the MMCs. Not completely satisfied with how that part of the storyline turned out, but I'll never be someone who forgives cheating. 🤷🏽♀️
Very small OW and OM drama, but it's not ever something to worry about, especially after truths on both sides are revealed.
No third act breakup.
Would have liked more groveling, but it was clear from the beginning that the MMC wanted her, he just had his own hangups. I didn't mind this time that they gravitated to each other so quickly (though this is still a slow burn) because of thruths revealed either to each other or to the reader.
‼️Spoilers
The cheating tag is for a pair of important side characters, NOT for the MMCs. Not completely satisfied with how that part of the storyline turned out, but I'll never be someone who forgives cheating. 🤷🏽♀️
Very small OW and OM drama, but it's not ever something to worry about, especially after truths on both sides are revealed.
No third act breakup.
Would have liked more groveling, but it was clear from the beginning that the MMC wanted her, he just had his own hangups. I didn't mind this time that they gravitated to each other so quickly (though this is still a slow burn) because of thruths revealed either to each other or to the reader.
March 29, 2025
4.5 stars
I could not put this book down, I love Maddox and Ivy’s story. Ivy's character pulled me in I needed to know more about her. The story is told in the past and present.
Ivy returns to her family's ranch to help while her father recuperates. She runs into the one person she hopes to avoid. As their story unfolds, we learn of unresolved feelings, but can they really make it work this time? Her stay has an end date.
Also, kudos to the author for the ex-brother trope done well. The story has some bite, the family secrets are fantastic, the small town charming, and I am ready for more.
I could not put this book down, I love Maddox and Ivy’s story. Ivy's character pulled me in I needed to know more about her. The story is told in the past and present.
Ivy returns to her family's ranch to help while her father recuperates. She runs into the one person she hopes to avoid. As their story unfolds, we learn of unresolved feelings, but can they really make it work this time? Her stay has an end date.
Also, kudos to the author for the ex-brother trope done well. The story has some bite, the family secrets are fantastic, the small town charming, and I am ready for more.
March 21, 2025
Ngl. I ate this book up! This is the first book to the Mayson Ridge series, and I can't wait for more.
ARC Review:
Ivy and Maddox!! Right from the start, I knew it was going to have my attention. The book hooks you with a mix of the past and present. You can see how much Maddox cares for Ivy, even being his brothers ex.
When Ivy returns to the family ranch, her and Maddox are pushed back into the same orbit. They navigate old wounds, unresolved feelings, and the question of if they can make a real go of things this time around. The chemistry that the characters have is undeniable even as the family secrets start being revealed.
Themes: family secrets, yearning from both MC, a little OWD, no cheating, and HEA
ARC Review:
Ivy and Maddox!! Right from the start, I knew it was going to have my attention. The book hooks you with a mix of the past and present. You can see how much Maddox cares for Ivy, even being his brothers ex.
When Ivy returns to the family ranch, her and Maddox are pushed back into the same orbit. They navigate old wounds, unresolved feelings, and the question of if they can make a real go of things this time around. The chemistry that the characters have is undeniable even as the family secrets start being revealed.
Themes: family secrets, yearning from both MC, a little OWD, no cheating, and HEA
September 18, 2025
I don’t think the concept of this book was awful, but the writing was pretty bad. The pacing and chapter composition didn’t really work. I also think that some of the word choice was a little off. I definitely saw Mayson being spelled differently throughout the book. I don’t know if this author works with an editor, but I think she should. On another note- I didn’t mind either character, but I didn’t think there was much to either of them.
February 7, 2026
What in the soft core maga
June 6, 2026
Review by Twinsie Melinda
I received a copy of the book from the author for an honest review.
I have enjoyed every story I have read of S.J. Chaynie. She has a wonderful writing style and the story flows so well. This was an amazing story that I had a hard time putting down. I loved Ivy and Maddox from the beginning…but Brady not so much he needed to grow up and was not ready for a relationship in the beginning.
Ivy ran from everyone she loved when things fell apart and has not been back since. When she gets a text from her brother telling her they needed her back home she dropped everything and went home. Upon returning home she realized things were not going great for the family ranch. She was hoping not to run into Maddox Sheppard but fate would have none of that. Seems he works and lives on the ranch. When she first seems him after all these years, she found herself literally falling on her butt in font of him in all her glory.
Maddox has had a thing tor Ivy for a long time but she is off limits because she is or was her brother’s girl. When they were younger Maddox was forever helping Ivy when she needed it because Brady dropped the ball with broken promises. Now he finds himself sharing his cabin with Ivy while she is home dealing with everything that happened to their ranch and home. It is a struggle to keep the distance between them.
I would love to visit Ivy’s special place the wildflower field it seemed so nice, quiet and a beautiful place to forget everything. Ivy and Maddox are perfect for each other but struggled because Ivy is Brady’s ex. I enjoyed getting to know all the characters in this book. They all have something going on in their lives that I want to know more about all of them. Brady was an ass for how he treated Ivy but he knows he screwed up. He deserves a HEA with a woman that will keep him in line. I hope that someday we get to meet that woman. I need to know what happed to and is going on with Ryder. I am excited that it sounds like Cooper and Dakota will be the next book and I cannot wait to see their story.
A few of my favorites:
I want to die. Crawl inside a hole with some rabid coyote family and let them rip me to pieces so I don’t have to live through this mortification. ~Ivy
I try not to but failed miserably when my gaze involuntarily cast down her wrist and I’d be lying if I said something didn’t hit me square in the chest when I saw this simple wildflower tattoo. ~Maddox
I received a copy of the book from the author for an honest review.
I have enjoyed every story I have read of S.J. Chaynie. She has a wonderful writing style and the story flows so well. This was an amazing story that I had a hard time putting down. I loved Ivy and Maddox from the beginning…but Brady not so much he needed to grow up and was not ready for a relationship in the beginning.
Ivy ran from everyone she loved when things fell apart and has not been back since. When she gets a text from her brother telling her they needed her back home she dropped everything and went home. Upon returning home she realized things were not going great for the family ranch. She was hoping not to run into Maddox Sheppard but fate would have none of that. Seems he works and lives on the ranch. When she first seems him after all these years, she found herself literally falling on her butt in font of him in all her glory.
Maddox has had a thing tor Ivy for a long time but she is off limits because she is or was her brother’s girl. When they were younger Maddox was forever helping Ivy when she needed it because Brady dropped the ball with broken promises. Now he finds himself sharing his cabin with Ivy while she is home dealing with everything that happened to their ranch and home. It is a struggle to keep the distance between them.
I would love to visit Ivy’s special place the wildflower field it seemed so nice, quiet and a beautiful place to forget everything. Ivy and Maddox are perfect for each other but struggled because Ivy is Brady’s ex. I enjoyed getting to know all the characters in this book. They all have something going on in their lives that I want to know more about all of them. Brady was an ass for how he treated Ivy but he knows he screwed up. He deserves a HEA with a woman that will keep him in line. I hope that someday we get to meet that woman. I need to know what happed to and is going on with Ryder. I am excited that it sounds like Cooper and Dakota will be the next book and I cannot wait to see their story.
A few of my favorites:
I want to die. Crawl inside a hole with some rabid coyote family and let them rip me to pieces so I don’t have to live through this mortification. ~Ivy
I try not to but failed miserably when my gaze involuntarily cast down her wrist and I’d be lying if I said something didn’t hit me square in the chest when I saw this simple wildflower tattoo. ~Maddox
July 17, 2026
Four years ago, Ivy left Mayson Ridge heartbroken, and hasn’t set foot home since. Until she gets a message from her brother, saying that her father’s in the hospital. Suddenly all the reasons for leaving are right in front of her, including the man who broke her heart, who she’s forced to work with to save her family’s legacy. Even after all this time, it’s hard to ignore the feelings she still has for him, especially when everyone in town, him included, still sees her as his brother’s girl.
Maddox has tried for years to ignore the feelings he’s had for his brother’s ex, which was the main reason he pushed her away all those years ago. Now that she’s back in his life (and sharing his home), it becomes harder to ignore the pull they have towards each other. As much as he wants to act on it, he has finally started to rebuild a relationship with his brother, and knows that starting something with Ivy would ruin any chance of that being possible.
This was a really sweet small town romance, with some drama added to it. Ivy and her ex were clearly a relationship based on convenience rather than love, so her feelings for Maddox don’t feel wrong in any way, but both of them were so stubborn it caused them to waste too much time together. I loved the little moments they shared, and how they were able move past their previous encounter to build something real. The storylines with Ivy’s dad and the fire added an extra twist to keep readers on their toes and I’m looking forward to reading the rest of the series.
Maddox has tried for years to ignore the feelings he’s had for his brother’s ex, which was the main reason he pushed her away all those years ago. Now that she’s back in his life (and sharing his home), it becomes harder to ignore the pull they have towards each other. As much as he wants to act on it, he has finally started to rebuild a relationship with his brother, and knows that starting something with Ivy would ruin any chance of that being possible.
This was a really sweet small town romance, with some drama added to it. Ivy and her ex were clearly a relationship based on convenience rather than love, so her feelings for Maddox don’t feel wrong in any way, but both of them were so stubborn it caused them to waste too much time together. I loved the little moments they shared, and how they were able move past their previous encounter to build something real. The storylines with Ivy’s dad and the fire added an extra twist to keep readers on their toes and I’m looking forward to reading the rest of the series.
March 28, 2025
3.5 stars
I had a blast reading it, it was a good book. Though it’s not one that I’ll want to reread and reread. I did really enjoy it.
However, I really feel like there could have been alittle more yearning and groveling. This woman has waited for this man silently for years while everyone including him thought she loved someone else. Nobody ever listened or really even asked her about it.
Our FMC leaves town and doesn’t return until her father is hurt, through the book we learn this is our MMC and her father’s fault, now I don’t want to give too much away, but everyone is mad at her but one of her brothers when she returns. Her other brother is pissed at first she’s never returned and being rude. The man she loves is being rude to her and pushing her away still, and she’s scared of loosing her father while also not wanting to face him.
In the end this was a super sweet book with a great hea, but if there had been more groveling or more yearning for the MFC I would have enjoyed it much more, I just feel like after all those years, she deserved alittle more than just running to him.
I had a blast reading it, it was a good book. Though it’s not one that I’ll want to reread and reread. I did really enjoy it.
However, I really feel like there could have been alittle more yearning and groveling. This woman has waited for this man silently for years while everyone including him thought she loved someone else. Nobody ever listened or really even asked her about it.
Our FMC leaves town and doesn’t return until her father is hurt, through the book we learn this is our MMC and her father’s fault, now I don’t want to give too much away, but everyone is mad at her but one of her brothers when she returns. Her other brother is pissed at first she’s never returned and being rude. The man she loves is being rude to her and pushing her away still, and she’s scared of loosing her father while also not wanting to face him.
In the end this was a super sweet book with a great hea, but if there had been more groveling or more yearning for the MFC I would have enjoyed it much more, I just feel like after all those years, she deserved alittle more than just running to him.
May 18, 2025
I thoroughly enjoyed this book! As the first book in the Mayson Ridge series, I am excitedly anticipating the next installment.
ARC Review: Ivy and Maddox's story immediately grasped my attention. The novel expertly merges past and present, successfully engaging the reader. It is apparent that Maddox genuinely cares for Ivy, despite her being his brother's ex. Upon Ivy's return to the family ranch, she and Maddox are brought back into each other's orbit, navigating unresolved emotions, past wounds, and the possibility of rekindling their relationship.
The chemistry between the characters is unmistakable, even as family secrets start to unravel.
Themes: family secrets, mutual yearning, a touch of unrequited love, no cheating, and a satisfying happily-ever-after.
ARC Review: Ivy and Maddox's story immediately grasped my attention. The novel expertly merges past and present, successfully engaging the reader. It is apparent that Maddox genuinely cares for Ivy, despite her being his brother's ex. Upon Ivy's return to the family ranch, she and Maddox are brought back into each other's orbit, navigating unresolved emotions, past wounds, and the possibility of rekindling their relationship.
The chemistry between the characters is unmistakable, even as family secrets start to unravel.
Themes: family secrets, mutual yearning, a touch of unrequited love, no cheating, and a satisfying happily-ever-after.
July 19, 2026
It wasn’t even chapter 1 yet, and I’m already swooning for Maddox.
Ivy left town because of so many reasons only to return home after 4 years because of incident. She comes to many issues that weren’t resolved and faces the man that she broke her heart.
Omg I loved this book. The whole second chance and whole set of problems that came up was so juicy! I really disliked Maddox and what he did but I could see the reasoning behind it. Ivy is just taking in everyone’s problems and it was weighing on her a lot. So many secrets and lies that she endured.
The spicy scenes were great! I loved all of them.
I love the little bit of suspense. I was shocked at the ending!
Ivy left town because of so many reasons only to return home after 4 years because of incident. She comes to many issues that weren’t resolved and faces the man that she broke her heart.
Omg I loved this book. The whole second chance and whole set of problems that came up was so juicy! I really disliked Maddox and what he did but I could see the reasoning behind it. Ivy is just taking in everyone’s problems and it was weighing on her a lot. So many secrets and lies that she endured.
The spicy scenes were great! I loved all of them.
I love the little bit of suspense. I was shocked at the ending!
March 21, 2025
Arc review :This book is absolutely captivating! It centers around Ivy, who returns to Mayson Ridge after four-years, who then She unexpectedly encounters Maddox, the brother of her ex-boyfriend who she loves, a connection she can't shake off no matter how hard she tries. This is what makes the story so electrifying—it's a tale of forbidden love that defies all odds! Ivy and Maddox are drawn to each other despite the complications, and their journey that is filled with secrets, deep friendships, family trying to save a farm,and heart-wrenching sacrifices made for the happiness of others.
March 23, 2025
Loved it!
Ivy and Maddox....whew! From the first page til the last page, I was getting all the feels from these two! Ms. Chaynie had my heart strings being pulled throughout this story.
Hearts have been broken, lies have been told, family drama is front and center.... but in the end... hearts will be mended, the truth with come out (one truth shocked the heck out of me), and the family will come together!
I laughed, I cried and was cheering for Ivy and Maddox to grab their HEA! I want to say that I think Maddox is a very swoon worthy man! Him and his darn “darlin’” had me in a puddle!
Ivy and Maddox....whew! From the first page til the last page, I was getting all the feels from these two! Ms. Chaynie had my heart strings being pulled throughout this story.
Hearts have been broken, lies have been told, family drama is front and center.... but in the end... hearts will be mended, the truth with come out (one truth shocked the heck out of me), and the family will come together!
I laughed, I cried and was cheering for Ivy and Maddox to grab their HEA! I want to say that I think Maddox is a very swoon worthy man! Him and his darn “darlin’” had me in a puddle!
March 22, 2025
If you want Ex’s Brother done right this book is for you! I loved Maddox and Ivy so much. The secret pining in this book was so good. Maddox came off as kind of an a$$hole but definitely redeemed himself. I loved seeing them reconnect and rebuild their relationship. Their HEA was all I wanted for them.
As much as I wanted Brady to kick rocks for how he treated Ivy, I really want him to see her loved how she’s supposed to be and get 👏🏻 it 👏🏻 together👏🏻
Secretly rooting for you Brady!
Those family secrets kept me on edge and that bomb drop at the end blew my mind!
As much as I wanted Brady to kick rocks for how he treated Ivy, I really want him to see her loved how she’s supposed to be and get 👏🏻 it 👏🏻 together👏🏻
Secretly rooting for you Brady!
Those family secrets kept me on edge and that bomb drop at the end blew my mind!
March 30, 2025
Oh yes!! S.J. slays the cowboy romance!!
Maddox is a hot cowboy who’s been in love with his brother’s ex for YEARS!! One night in a barn with Ivey puts him on the spot to choose between his brother and the girl he loves.
Ivey is forced back to town when her childhood home burns down. Now she is forced to face her past head on. This time will Maddox make the right choice? And just how did that fire start??
Excellent story from S.J. as usual. She has a special way of writing a romantic suspense that has you turning the pages and leave you wanting more!
Maddox is a hot cowboy who’s been in love with his brother’s ex for YEARS!! One night in a barn with Ivey puts him on the spot to choose between his brother and the girl he loves.
Ivey is forced back to town when her childhood home burns down. Now she is forced to face her past head on. This time will Maddox make the right choice? And just how did that fire start??
Excellent story from S.J. as usual. She has a special way of writing a romantic suspense that has you turning the pages and leave you wanting more!
August 13, 2025
Ivy left Mayson Ridge 4 years ago and hasn't been back. That is until there is a catastrophe at home, and her brother tells her to come home right away because their father was hurt.
When Ivy returns home, she has a lot of baggage that greets her from the past. The biggest part of that baggage being Maddox Sheppard; her ex boyfriend's older, hot brother, who was also one of her best friends before he broke her heart.
Ivy thought being back home would be quick and easy, until she realizes that she has to stay with Maddox and her father has been keeping secrets that could ruin their family and their ranch. While Ivy is trying to figure out these issues, Maddox is trying to forget the fact that he is in love with Ivy because he doesn't want to hurt his brother. But love has a way of overcoming anything.
Small town, cattle ranch, ex's brother, second chance, spicy.
When Ivy returns home, she has a lot of baggage that greets her from the past. The biggest part of that baggage being Maddox Sheppard; her ex boyfriend's older, hot brother, who was also one of her best friends before he broke her heart.
Ivy thought being back home would be quick and easy, until she realizes that she has to stay with Maddox and her father has been keeping secrets that could ruin their family and their ranch. While Ivy is trying to figure out these issues, Maddox is trying to forget the fact that he is in love with Ivy because he doesn't want to hurt his brother. But love has a way of overcoming anything.
Small town, cattle ranch, ex's brother, second chance, spicy.
March 21, 2025
ARC Review
Release Date - March 21, 205
Every Single Wildflower by @authors.j.chaynie
4.5⭐️/5
🌶️🌶️🌶️/5
Thoughts -
I fell in love with Ivy and Maddox from Chapter 1! She has family secrets and past trauma…so does he, this book is full of emotional healing, suspense, and some amazing banter! The ex’s older brother trope was done so well, add in a little forced proximity and there’s a whole lot of tension going on! I giggled, I cried - it was such a good time!
Release Date - March 21, 205
Every Single Wildflower by @authors.j.chaynie
4.5⭐️/5
🌶️🌶️🌶️/5
Thoughts -
I fell in love with Ivy and Maddox from Chapter 1! She has family secrets and past trauma…so does he, this book is full of emotional healing, suspense, and some amazing banter! The ex’s older brother trope was done so well, add in a little forced proximity and there’s a whole lot of tension going on! I giggled, I cried - it was such a good time!
March 24, 2025
This was so good. I wish that it would have been longer. I liked the few surprises in there that I 100 percent did not expect (two things mostly: the dads affair and mmc wasn’t actually driving the vehicle that caused his dads death). I’m hoping that the other books (looks like this will be a series?) will be surrounded around the siblings. Seems to me like Dakota and Connor could have a book coming based off theirs closeness in this book.
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April 5, 2025
Small-town romance lovers, this one’s for you! ❤️🔥 Every Single Wildflower by S.J. Chaynie completely stole my heart. Ivy and Maddox’s connection—from early on to now—was magnetic, emotional, and oh-so-addictive. The mix of romance, depth, and a touch of suspense kept me hooked from start to finish. If you love a heartfelt, small-town love story with all the feels, you NEED this book! 🌿✨
I received an ARC and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I received an ARC and am voluntarily leaving a review.
August 6, 2025
Oh I loved the story between ivy and Maddox, after her fire at her family home that put her dad in the hospital Ivy comes home for the first time in 4 years. Coming back and having to see Maddox (her exs older brother) who broke her heart and one of the reasons she left. They try to avoid another but they always end up gravitating back to each other. When they both told each other how they feel 🥰 can’t wait for the next book
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November 12, 2025
I have been going through a reading slump recently and decided to try and read Every Single Wildflower. I enjoyed this book so much I finished it in one day.
The book was well written, and the overall storyline had me intrigued from the very beginning. I enjoyed both main characters and could not wait to find out what happens.
This was a great way to start the series, and I can't wait to continue reading on in the series.
The book was well written, and the overall storyline had me intrigued from the very beginning. I enjoyed both main characters and could not wait to find out what happens.
This was a great way to start the series, and I can't wait to continue reading on in the series.
June 1, 2026
What a cute story! I really enjoyed reading about Maddox and Ivy, and their journey of finding their way back to each other. I found myself sucked into the storyline and unable to put the book down, instead wanting to find out what would happen. I have some confusion about some plot points that happen in the back half of the book, but overall, I was very into it.
3.5 stars rounded up to 4.
CW for sexual content, infidelity, abandonment, violence, arson.
3.5 stars rounded up to 4.
CW for sexual content, infidelity, abandonment, violence, arson.
March 21, 2025
I loved this book. Read it in one sitting as I could not put it down. Perfect Sunday reading.
Such a beautiful story with lots of other side plots.
I loved every single character!! Not just the FMC and MMC which makes me believe that I am going to love this whole series!
Is you love Elsie Silver’s cowboys then this book is ABSOLUTELY for you!
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
🌶️🌶️
Such a beautiful story with lots of other side plots.
I loved every single character!! Not just the FMC and MMC which makes me believe that I am going to love this whole series!
Is you love Elsie Silver’s cowboys then this book is ABSOLUTELY for you!
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
🌶️🌶️
March 21, 2025
Ex’s Brother done right.
I loved Maddox and Ivy so much. The secret pining in this book was so good. Maddox came off as kind of an butt hole but definitely redeemed himself. I loved seeing them reconnect and rebuild their relationship. Their HEA was all I wanted for them?
Those family secrets kept me on edge and that bomb drop at the end blew my mind!
I loved Maddox and Ivy so much. The secret pining in this book was so good. Maddox came off as kind of an butt hole but definitely redeemed himself. I loved seeing them reconnect and rebuild their relationship. Their HEA was all I wanted for them?
Those family secrets kept me on edge and that bomb drop at the end blew my mind!
March 22, 2025
This book …. It did things to me. Oh my heart. I fell head over heels for Maddox he is such an amazing character. Ivy is a strong, independent, well spoken, FMC. Even with her flaws and issues she wasn’t annoying she was relatable. The character development was so well written and so realistic. The storyline and plot flowed perfectly. Another amazing story.
March 22, 2025
Book one in the Every Single Series. Ivy and Maddox is amazing after 4 years she coming home. When she sees Maddox again feeling come back. We get a glimpse of them and now. He’s his brother’s ex. But the heart wants to bat the heart wants. We get everything with this one. Best part is how hard they want to walk away. You won’t put it down.
April 22, 2025
Cowboy romance!!!
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Contemporary Romance
Storyline Rating: 5/5 ⭐️
Spice Rating: 2/5 🥵
Tropes: Small Town, Ranchers, Ex’s Brother, Second Chance,l
Oh em gee
This was a cute story with several side quests skipping through the main plot.
The way the two main characters back to where they belong is beautiful.
Check me out everywhere: what.in.the.hea
Contemporary Romance
Storyline Rating: 5/5 ⭐️
Spice Rating: 2/5 🥵
Tropes: Small Town, Ranchers, Ex’s Brother, Second Chance,l
Oh em gee
This was a cute story with several side quests skipping through the main plot.
The way the two main characters back to where they belong is beautiful.
June 4, 2026
Cute cowboy read! Was kinda weird sometimes the way it was written. The way you found out backstories was different. Not good or bad, just different. Overall was a cute easy read. Nice palette cleanser. It did need a better editor at times. The grammar mistakes… but Maddox was my favorite. And Dakota! If the second book if about Dakota I will read it. Haha
Did Not Finish
June 9, 2026DNF: 24%
Not enjoying this at all. The ex's older brother bit was ok til you find out he can't go there because his asshole brother had her first, so he's basically got dibs.
And with the family ranch that's already in financial strain, burning down while the evil billionaire wants to but it and they don't want to sell?
I'm just not up for that.
Not enjoying this at all. The ex's older brother bit was ok til you find out he can't go there because his asshole brother had her first, so he's basically got dibs.
And with the family ranch that's already in financial strain, burning down while the evil billionaire wants to but it and they don't want to sell?
I'm just not up for that.
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April 5, 2025
This was a quick and easy read with so many twists and turns but danggggg I'm obsessed. Ivy and Maddox were on fire and I loved how other stories were set up in the book as well. Their chemistry was palpable and I wasn't ever a sucker for the exes brother but this one was too good to pass up.
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