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The Portree Cowboys #2
Reckless Hearts Cowboy
She’s the wildfire he never saw coming. He’s the calm that makes her burn hotter.
Brè Easton talks fast, edits faster, and gives advice entirely through sexual innuendos. She’s a sharp-dressed, sass-dripping, all-woman hurricane with a filthy mind and zero time for feelings. Love? Please. She’d rather commit to skincare.
But fate? That cruel, drama-thirsty diva? Throws her straight into the arms—and the fire-hardened chest—of the one cowboy she was never supposed to want again.
Mason West. Quiet. Brooding. Cowboy firefighter with eyes like bottled lightning and a body built to ruin plans. He doesn’t remember the masked woman who kissed him breathless at a PR ball years ago.
But when Brè crashes back into his life—red hair, wicked mouth, and all—she tastes familiar.
Now she’s the maid of honor to his best friend’s bride. He’s the best man. And they’re stuck in close quarters, far too often, with far too much chemistry.
She’s chaos in heels. He’s the protector who doesn’t flinch from heat. And neither of them do anything half-way.
One kiss lit the match. This time, they’re playing with fire.
Brè Easton talks fast, edits faster, and gives advice entirely through sexual innuendos. She’s a sharp-dressed, sass-dripping, all-woman hurricane with a filthy mind and zero time for feelings. Love? Please. She’d rather commit to skincare.
But fate? That cruel, drama-thirsty diva? Throws her straight into the arms—and the fire-hardened chest—of the one cowboy she was never supposed to want again.
Mason West. Quiet. Brooding. Cowboy firefighter with eyes like bottled lightning and a body built to ruin plans. He doesn’t remember the masked woman who kissed him breathless at a PR ball years ago.
But when Brè crashes back into his life—red hair, wicked mouth, and all—she tastes familiar.
Now she’s the maid of honor to his best friend’s bride. He’s the best man. And they’re stuck in close quarters, far too often, with far too much chemistry.
She’s chaos in heels. He’s the protector who doesn’t flinch from heat. And neither of them do anything half-way.
One kiss lit the match. This time, they’re playing with fire.
- GenresCowboy RomanceWesterns
480 pages, Kindle Edition
Published April 30, 2026
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April 20, 2026
4.5 ⭐️ ARC REVEIW
I laughed. I cried. I was enraged! I was heartbroken!
All the emotions reading this.
I LOVED this! Bré & Mason stole the show.
Their story was hilarious & tender & real.
Just when you think it’s going to go the way you want something silly happens…
That bookstore scene 😮💨
The helicopter science 😮💨
Christ.
I was sweating!!! reading them.
Thank you so much Ellie for selecting me to read the arc of this. One of my favorite reads this year 🫶🏼
I laughed. I cried. I was enraged! I was heartbroken!
All the emotions reading this.
I LOVED this! Bré & Mason stole the show.
Their story was hilarious & tender & real.
Just when you think it’s going to go the way you want something silly happens…
That bookstore scene 😮💨
The helicopter science 😮💨
Christ.
I was sweating!!! reading them.
Thank you so much Ellie for selecting me to read the arc of this. One of my favorite reads this year 🫶🏼
April 18, 2026
Where do I start with this one! I still love Lilly and her match making antics! The agoraphobic goat and mattress had tears of laughter flowing down my face! I’m also never going to look at the smut aisle in a bookshop the same way ago.
Not only did I cry laughing, Ellie made me cry with sadness as well. Parts of this ruined me and I wanted to scream at Mason and Bre!
I ate this up so quickly, I need a Mason in my life badly. A guy that looks good in both a Tux and Wranglers is my idea of a good looking man 🤣🥰
Thanks Ellie for the ARC 🧡 I need the next one 🤣
Not only did I cry laughing, Ellie made me cry with sadness as well. Parts of this ruined me and I wanted to scream at Mason and Bre!
I ate this up so quickly, I need a Mason in my life badly. A guy that looks good in both a Tux and Wranglers is my idea of a good looking man 🤣🥰
Thanks Ellie for the ARC 🧡 I need the next one 🤣
May 13, 2026
Wow what a ride!!!
First we had Grant and now Mason i mean talk about a double whammy. Mason is fabulous I just loved this story. I mean who wouldn't want a tall strong sexy man to come and rescue you from a runaway cow. The laughs and fun I had reading this was fabulous and I cannot wait to see what is next.
First we had Grant and now Mason i mean talk about a double whammy. Mason is fabulous I just loved this story. I mean who wouldn't want a tall strong sexy man to come and rescue you from a runaway cow. The laughs and fun I had reading this was fabulous and I cannot wait to see what is next.
May 1, 2026
Instant 5 star read
Ms Wilder!
1. Every woman needs a Mason
2. The BOOKSTORE! I can't even.
3.thank you for the best birthday gift I got this year.
To everyone: read this book. Everything about it is great. Just don't start it before bed or you won't sleep!
Ms Wilder!
1. Every woman needs a Mason
2. The BOOKSTORE! I can't even.
3.thank you for the best birthday gift I got this year.
To everyone: read this book. Everything about it is great. Just don't start it before bed or you won't sleep!
May 10, 2026
4.5 🌟 Ellie Wilder you've done it again! When you become emotionally attached to characters and truly feel their journeys, you know you've found a great book. A cowboy romance filled with both laughter and tears is simply irresistible!
April 30, 2026
ARC Review
Rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Chefs kiss - mason and bre 🔥🥵
When you think nothing can top the first book, hello Mason and Bre's book is now my fav.
There banter and chemistry was hot! I need to go back and reread this book already!
The Taylor family banter is always amazing, their delivery of chaos and humour i'm here for all day long!
I'm excited for Ryan's story
Thank you Ellie Wilder for the ARC
Rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Chefs kiss - mason and bre 🔥🥵
When you think nothing can top the first book, hello Mason and Bre's book is now my fav.
There banter and chemistry was hot! I need to go back and reread this book already!
The Taylor family banter is always amazing, their delivery of chaos and humour i'm here for all day long!
I'm excited for Ryan's story
Thank you Ellie Wilder for the ARC
Review of advance copy received from Author
This second book felt… deeper.
More grounded. More grown-up. The tension in this one? Turned all the way up. Painfully so. It leans into heavier themes. The kind that actually explain why someone would push love away, even when they desperately want it. And it never feels forced. And then, just when things get heavy, this book throws you into chaos again.
Also..can we talk about the KLAMB? I need a KLAMB in my life. Where do I get one? The flirting through texts had me blushing.
And that whole “bringing the cow back into the fence” situation?
Pure chaos. Peak comedy. No notes.
But then, out of nowhere… this book hits you hard.
Mason’s trauma? I did not see that coming. And I’m sorry… but how, how, do you respond to a man like that? A literal walking masterpiece confessing his love… and she turns the tub louder?
And then that line:
“What if I want her and she doesn’t want me back? What if she does and I don’t know how to be wanted?”
Yeah. No recovery from that.
No analysis needed. Just… understood. On too many levels. The kind that quietly wrecks you before you even realize what’s happening.
And let’s be honest… that whole “2 a.m. rule”?
Suspicious. Extremely suspicious. At this point, I’m convinced it was a strategic decision, and Mason is absolutely milking it for everything it’s worth. Clever. Very clever. I respect the dedication.
What I loved most, though, is how their connection is built through words. That’s their foundation. Their intimacy. And it’s fascinating how the same experiences can shape people so differently. Some choosing their words carefully, only when they matter… others saying everything, even the things that don’t.
And somehow, they meet right in the middle of that.
The horseshoe moment?
Genuinely brilliant. I was completely hooked trying to figure out what it meant, and the resolution? Beautiful. Quietly satisfying in a way that lingers.
That bookstore scene? The multitasking? I had to physically restrain myself from laughing out loud while reading in public. The struggle was real.
And can we please talk about Lily? Because she is pure, unfiltered chaos. The kind that sets things (and apparently beds) on fire and just… keeps going.
She deserves her own story. Not just any story!! An epic, slightly unhinged, emotionally devastating one. I need it.
Now… the spice.
I don’t know who approved it. I don’t know what possessed the author. But wow. This is not shy, playful spice. This is grown, confident, dangerously good spice. The kind that sneaks up on you and suddenly you’re like… oh. Oh we’re doing this now.
What I appreciated most is how well-balanced everything is. The humor never undermines the heavy moments, it just softens them enough to breathe. Every emotional beat gets the space it deserves. Every character has their own voice, their own humor, their own weight. Nothing feels out of place.
Humor: 😂😂😂
Love: ♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️
Spice: 🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️
Tears: 💧
Overall: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
More grounded. More grown-up. The tension in this one? Turned all the way up. Painfully so. It leans into heavier themes. The kind that actually explain why someone would push love away, even when they desperately want it. And it never feels forced. And then, just when things get heavy, this book throws you into chaos again.
Also..can we talk about the KLAMB? I need a KLAMB in my life. Where do I get one? The flirting through texts had me blushing.
And that whole “bringing the cow back into the fence” situation?
Pure chaos. Peak comedy. No notes.
But then, out of nowhere… this book hits you hard.
Mason’s trauma? I did not see that coming. And I’m sorry… but how, how, do you respond to a man like that? A literal walking masterpiece confessing his love… and she turns the tub louder?
And then that line:
“What if I want her and she doesn’t want me back? What if she does and I don’t know how to be wanted?”
Yeah. No recovery from that.
No analysis needed. Just… understood. On too many levels. The kind that quietly wrecks you before you even realize what’s happening.
And let’s be honest… that whole “2 a.m. rule”?
Suspicious. Extremely suspicious. At this point, I’m convinced it was a strategic decision, and Mason is absolutely milking it for everything it’s worth. Clever. Very clever. I respect the dedication.
What I loved most, though, is how their connection is built through words. That’s their foundation. Their intimacy. And it’s fascinating how the same experiences can shape people so differently. Some choosing their words carefully, only when they matter… others saying everything, even the things that don’t.
And somehow, they meet right in the middle of that.
The horseshoe moment?
Genuinely brilliant. I was completely hooked trying to figure out what it meant, and the resolution? Beautiful. Quietly satisfying in a way that lingers.
That bookstore scene? The multitasking? I had to physically restrain myself from laughing out loud while reading in public. The struggle was real.
And can we please talk about Lily? Because she is pure, unfiltered chaos. The kind that sets things (and apparently beds) on fire and just… keeps going.
She deserves her own story. Not just any story!! An epic, slightly unhinged, emotionally devastating one. I need it.
Now… the spice.
I don’t know who approved it. I don’t know what possessed the author. But wow. This is not shy, playful spice. This is grown, confident, dangerously good spice. The kind that sneaks up on you and suddenly you’re like… oh. Oh we’re doing this now.
What I appreciated most is how well-balanced everything is. The humor never undermines the heavy moments, it just softens them enough to breathe. Every emotional beat gets the space it deserves. Every character has their own voice, their own humor, their own weight. Nothing feels out of place.
Humor: 😂😂😂
Love: ♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️
Spice: 🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️
Tears: 💧
Overall: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
May 5, 2026
Firstly, why I am not seeing Ellie Wilder all over my FYP?!? Another hugely underrated UK author that readers need to be shouting about!
I'm not sure I've ever swooned so much through a book. Reckless Hearts, Cowboy was an absolute infinity star read ✨ This book literally had it all, slow burn 🔥, a cowboy/firefighter mmc, a sassy firecracker of an fmc who is an absolute walking ball of chaos, hilarity, vulnerability and spice that will have you biting your lip trying to hold it together 🫦🔥
Mason, forever stoic, calm and unhurried, who's words come at a premium. Everything is intentional and controlled because being to loud never bought him anything but hurt. But not even he can resist the pull of the beautiful redhead he calls "Trouble".
Brè comes barreling into town to escape a life she had devoted herself to for years. But life couldn't look more different than it does in Portree. Her bestie is getting married and she's drawn into a way of life she could never have imagined, let alone considering staying for.
The way Mason listens to everything Brè has to say, often with a soldering smirk in his face. He sees through her bravado and somehow revealing himself to her seems to come easier than it ever has before. And Brè just fights so hard not to fall for the guy who just seems to know everything she needs and gives it willingly, without expectation or criticism. He's the opposite of everything she's ever experienced and together they're everything they never knew they needed. The spice! Oh, the spice! 🔥🔥🔥
I'm not sure I've ever swooned so much through a book. Reckless Hearts, Cowboy was an absolute infinity star read ✨ This book literally had it all, slow burn 🔥, a cowboy/firefighter mmc, a sassy firecracker of an fmc who is an absolute walking ball of chaos, hilarity, vulnerability and spice that will have you biting your lip trying to hold it together 🫦🔥
Mason, forever stoic, calm and unhurried, who's words come at a premium. Everything is intentional and controlled because being to loud never bought him anything but hurt. But not even he can resist the pull of the beautiful redhead he calls "Trouble".
Brè comes barreling into town to escape a life she had devoted herself to for years. But life couldn't look more different than it does in Portree. Her bestie is getting married and she's drawn into a way of life she could never have imagined, let alone considering staying for.
The way Mason listens to everything Brè has to say, often with a soldering smirk in his face. He sees through her bravado and somehow revealing himself to her seems to come easier than it ever has before. And Brè just fights so hard not to fall for the guy who just seems to know everything she needs and gives it willingly, without expectation or criticism. He's the opposite of everything she's ever experienced and together they're everything they never knew they needed. The spice! Oh, the spice! 🔥🔥🔥
Review of advance copy received from Author
I received an Advance Reader Copy from the author in exchange for an honest review.
I knew Mason was gonna be my favourite from my first read of Wild Love, Cowboy, and boy did he not disappoint.
Brè is a badass fiery and sassy woman, Mason is a brooding action-more-than-words firefighter cowboy. Their banter is brilliant, the yearning between them is real, painful but mature.
A man that listen and hear and shows that rather than just saying he has.
Also…….. bookstore hotness?! Yes please, every reader’s dream!!! Definetely mine!!
It was such a captivating read that I finished it in literally 2 days while working over 10 hours on the first day, couldn’t put it down! And defo cannot wait for the next book!!!
I knew Mason was gonna be my favourite from my first read of Wild Love, Cowboy, and boy did he not disappoint.
Brè is a badass fiery and sassy woman, Mason is a brooding action-more-than-words firefighter cowboy. Their banter is brilliant, the yearning between them is real, painful but mature.
A man that listen and hear and shows that rather than just saying he has.
Also…….. bookstore hotness?! Yes please, every reader’s dream!!! Definetely mine!!
It was such a captivating read that I finished it in literally 2 days while working over 10 hours on the first day, couldn’t put it down! And defo cannot wait for the next book!!!
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
Review of advance copy received from Author
This is #2, so you should read #1 Wild Love; it may give you a glimpse at Mason's past, but it gives you a sense of the found family Mason has with the Taylor family. I have no idea what happened to Jake and who he is, since this is my first book I read by Ellie Wilder.
I enjoyed reading and seeing how Mason and Bre connect throughout the book. I loved the community/family vibe as well.
It had a variety of emotions going through: funny, sad, mad at times.
From start to finish, the writer does a great job at making the story interesting and makes you wonder where the next turn is. She sees what she's doing from intro to finish ;) It left me a little puzzled a couple of times, but if you're patient enough you'll see it unravel.
You can feel the chemistry and sexual tension between Mason and Bre. But they did get it on at a great place that all booklovers love ;)
Thanks Ellie Wilder for the opportunity to be an Arc reader.
I enjoyed reading and seeing how Mason and Bre connect throughout the book. I loved the community/family vibe as well.
It had a variety of emotions going through: funny, sad, mad at times.
From start to finish, the writer does a great job at making the story interesting and makes you wonder where the next turn is. She sees what she's doing from intro to finish ;) It left me a little puzzled a couple of times, but if you're patient enough you'll see it unravel.
You can feel the chemistry and sexual tension between Mason and Bre. But they did get it on at a great place that all booklovers love ;)
Thanks Ellie Wilder for the opportunity to be an Arc reader.
Review of advance copy received from Author
Ugh! Beautiful! Emotional and Funny and Wholesome. Mason is quite literally a perfect man..gawwwd...that bookstore scene good lord! Bré is a lucky woman. Daniel.. i hope he runs out of toilet paper in worst moments for the rest of his life.... Taylors are my favourite kind of people what I wouldn't give to have family like that!!! Also Ellie.... I too appreciate a good .....🛤
May 7, 2026
No book boyfriend will every come close to Mason West. Dear lord, the way this man handles Bre who is an absolute firecracker and the scream I scrumt in the bookstore scene!!!!!🔥🤠❤️
Please Ellie, write as quick as you can. We NEED more of Mason, more of Ryan and just more of ALL the Taylor Brothers!! I'm obsessed!💕😍🤠❤️🔥
Please Ellie, write as quick as you can. We NEED more of Mason, more of Ryan and just more of ALL the Taylor Brothers!! I'm obsessed!💕😍🤠❤️🔥
May 12, 2026
Just.. do yourself a favour and read this book.
Mason West has firmly planted himself in the top three of my favorite MMCs ever, and dare I say that Bré honestly is my favorite FMC ever.
Their story is beautiful and really not your typical cowboy romance book. There's subtle little twists that make it so much more, and I adored the connection the two have.
Mason West has firmly planted himself in the top three of my favorite MMCs ever, and dare I say that Bré honestly is my favorite FMC ever.
Their story is beautiful and really not your typical cowboy romance book. There's subtle little twists that make it so much more, and I adored the connection the two have.
Review of advance copy
Yaaaasssss! Mason Mason Mason. Swoon. Cowboy & firefighter. Yes please. Loved the humor and banter. Bre was chaos personified and Mason was her perfect match. Spice was....... chef's kiss. Love this series so much and cannot wait for what's next!
Review of advance copy received from Author
This story has everything a reader needs. It’s has love , comedy , brains , quirkiness. ARC READER review coming soon. Highly recommend.
Mason is hot stoic quiet and all man. brè is beautiful hot tempered , brainy , says what’s on her mind . Opposites attract in this story and the chemistry is fire.
Bré was shafted over a promotion by her scheming Ex and is invited to her besties wedding in Portree. There she encounters Mason. She has just ended a relationship and is initially not interested. Mason has issues and it stems from his childhood so trust and love isn’t in his radar. However when he sees Bré on a runaway cow his attitude changes.
Over time they become close but Bré needs to make a choice when an offer arrives.
This book is has everything, a fantastic story , a sizzling couple , a great bunch of side characters and love.
Mason is hot stoic quiet and all man. brè is beautiful hot tempered , brainy , says what’s on her mind . Opposites attract in this story and the chemistry is fire.
Bré was shafted over a promotion by her scheming Ex and is invited to her besties wedding in Portree. There she encounters Mason. She has just ended a relationship and is initially not interested. Mason has issues and it stems from his childhood so trust and love isn’t in his radar. However when he sees Bré on a runaway cow his attitude changes.
Over time they become close but Bré needs to make a choice when an offer arrives.
This book is has everything, a fantastic story , a sizzling couple , a great bunch of side characters and love.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
Review of advance copy received from Author
Mason and Bre are two opposite ends that meet in the middle. A quiet cowboy and a vibrant city girl who need each other. She is a walking disaster and he is always there to rescue her. The family around them is just as hilarious and loves to tease them. Lots of laughs and a few tears will be had.
This is an ARC review.
This is an ARC review.
Review of advance copy received from Author
📖 ARC REVIEW
⭐️ 5 Stars | 🌶️ 3 Spice
Back in PORTREE with my favourite cowboys and the chaotic, loveable Taylor fam—and honestly, I couldn’t be happier to be home.
Mason & Bre completely stole the show. Their chemistry is instant, their banter is hilarious, and the heat? Off the charts. These two had me laughing through half the book and fanning myself through the rest. There’s just something irresistible about a cowboy/firefighter colliding with a strong, stubborn woman who gives as good as she gets. Their journey to a HEA is messy, funny, and ridiculously hot.
And of course, the Taylor family delivers their signature brand of chaos, heart, and humour. Every time they’re on the page, it feels like being wrapped in the warmest, wildest hug.
Now I’m fully ready—desperate, actually—for Ryan’s story.
Thank you, Ellie Wilder, for the ARC. You never fail to put a smile on my face and this one was pure joy to read 💖
⭐️ 5 Stars | 🌶️ 3 Spice
Back in PORTREE with my favourite cowboys and the chaotic, loveable Taylor fam—and honestly, I couldn’t be happier to be home.
Mason & Bre completely stole the show. Their chemistry is instant, their banter is hilarious, and the heat? Off the charts. These two had me laughing through half the book and fanning myself through the rest. There’s just something irresistible about a cowboy/firefighter colliding with a strong, stubborn woman who gives as good as she gets. Their journey to a HEA is messy, funny, and ridiculously hot.
And of course, the Taylor family delivers their signature brand of chaos, heart, and humour. Every time they’re on the page, it feels like being wrapped in the warmest, wildest hug.
Now I’m fully ready—desperate, actually—for Ryan’s story.
Thank you, Ellie Wilder, for the ARC. You never fail to put a smile on my face and this one was pure joy to read 💖
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