Bluebonnet Season

by Teri Wilson

‘So you and the dog are a package deal, then?’ ‘Yes. But just so you know, Mr McAllister — I’m not for sale, either.’


School librarian and Comfort Paws cofounder Belle Darling will do anything to keep her reading assistance program going at Bluebonnet Elementary — except sell her beloved dog, Peaches, to billionaire Cash McAllister! And yes, he has the funding to keep the program going — but he wants this particular dog because she is the first creature his orphaned niece turned daughter has shown real interest in since her parents died. So Belle insists Cash take classes with Belle to train a new dog for his little girl. And when their working together reveals Belle and Cash’s explosive chemistry — and a connection neither expected — will their tenuous alliance become a more permanent partnership, canines and all?

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Published November 25, 2025

About the author

New York Times Bestselling Author Teri Wilson writes heartwarming contemporary romance with a touch of whimsy. Four of Teri’s books have been adapted into Hallmark Channel Original Movies, including UNLEASHING MR. DARCY (plus its sequel MARRYING MR. DARCY), ROYAL-ISH, based on her book ONCE UPON A ROYAL SUMMER, THE ART OF US and NORTHERN LIGHTS OF CHRISTMAS, based on her book SLEIGH BELL SWEETHEARTS. She is also a recipient of the prestigious RITA Award for excellence in romantic fiction and a 2022 inductee into the San Antonio Women’s Hall of Fame.

When she’s not writing, Teri enjoys volunteering in her community with her Cavalier King Charles spaniel Charm, a registered therapy dog, reading education assistance dog and crisis emergency response canine. Teri is also a three-time volunteer at the Iditarod Trail Dog Sled Race in Alaska and has been active in conformation dog shows and performance events.

A cupcake enthusiast, Teri also loves Hallmark movies, barre classes, crocheting and taking her dogs out for pup cups. Visit her at www.teriwilson.net or on Instagram @teriwilsonauthor.

Reviews

[Denise Schenk · Rating 5 out of 5]

Belle Darling is the school librarian and comfort paws co-founder. She has her dog Peaches that works with her and the children. Cash McAllister is raising his orphan niece, and she has taken a liken to Peaches, so he goes to the school and offer to buy the dog. Of course, Peaches is not for sell to anyone for any amount of money. Belle and Cash seem to strike sparks off each other, and she doesn't trust rich people. When Cash adopts another dog for his niece he asks Belle for help.

[Tami Willard · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book can be read as a standalone but is part of an interconnected series
He is trying to raise his niece and is used to letting his checkbook solve everything.
She's the school librarian and trying to get a program permanently added to the curriculum.
Opposites attract
Multiple loveable dogs
Family drama holding them back

[Janis Rich · Rating 5 out of 5]

This was an easy, adorable read. Perfect for a stress free evening. Dog lovers will especially be enchanted.
Belle, who runs a program where children improve their reading skills, becomes involved with the guardian/uncle of one of her students. What follows is a pleasant story punctuated by lots of dog antics!

[Laura Prindable · Rating 4 out of 5]

Belle has co-founded Comfort Paws, a program that uses pets to help reading. Belle then meets Cash, a local billionaire. Can opposites attract?

4 stars

Many thanks to Net Galley and Harlequin Audio for an audio ARC of this book in exchange for an honest review.