Summer with My Cowboy

by Linda Lael Miller, Maisey Yates

Bestselling authors Linda Lael Miller and Maisey Yates team up for a western romance anthology celebrating the men who risk their lives every day to keep their communities safe - the quintessential small-town hero!

Genres: Romance, Westerns, Contemporary Romance

225 pages, Paperback

Published April 28, 2026

About the author

The daughter of a town marshal, Linda Lael Miller is a #1 New York Times and USA TODAY bestselling author of more than 100 historical and contemporary novels, most of which reflect her love of the West. Raised in Northport, Washington, Linda pursued her wanderlust, living in London and Arizona and traveling the world before returning to the state of her birth to settle down on a spacious property outside Spokane.
Linda traces the birth of her writing career to the day when a Northport teacher told her that the stories she was writing were good, that she just might have a future in writing. Later, when she decided to write novels, she endured her share of rejection before she sold Fletcher’s Woman in 1983 to Pocket Books. Since then, Linda has successfully published historicals, contemporaries, paranormals, mysteries and thrillers before coming home, in a literal sense, and concentrating on novels with a Western flavor. For her devotion to her craft, the Romance Writers of America awarded her their prestigious Nora Roberts Lifetime Achievement Award in 2007.
Long a passionate Civil War buff, Linda has studied the era avidly for almost thirty years. She has read literally hundreds of books on the subject, explored numerous battlegrounds and made many visits to her favorite, Gettysburg, Pennsylvania, where she has witnessed re-enactments of the legendary clash between North and South. Linda explores that turbulent time in The Yankee Widow, a May 7, 2019 MIRA Books hardcover, also available in digital and audiobook formats.
Dedicated to helping others, “The First Lady of the West” personally financed fifteen years of her Linda Lael Miller Scholarships for Women, which she awarded to women 25 years and older who were seeking to improve their lot in life through education. She anticipates that her next charitable endeavors will benefit four-legged critters.
More information about Linda and her novels is available at www.lindalaelmiller.com, on Facebook and from Nancy Berland Public Relations, nancy@nancyberland.com, 405-206-4748.

Reviews

[Samantha✨ [reads everythinggggg] · Rating 4 out of 5]

I received Summer with My Cowboy by Linda Lael Miller and Maisey Yates through a Goodreads giveaway, and I’d like to thank the authors and publisher for the opportunity to read this adorable romance collection that includes not one, but two stories!

I really enjoyed both of these short stories and felt that the length and pacing were just right. They are both lighthearted romances, and I found myself swooning and kicking my feet right along with both FMCs. I don’t think I’ve ever read a cowboy romance before, but this may become a new favorite when I’m looking for romances to pick up in the future!

I never felt like the romance overshadowed the overall plots of either story, and I stayed entertained throughout both. The pacing was well done, and each story felt complete despite their shorter length. I think I connected with and enjoyed the first story a little more, but not by much. Both were incredibly enjoyable and left me with a smile on my face.

[Anne · Rating 4 out of 5]

Summer With My Cowboy by Linda Lael Miller and Maisie Yates is a set of two stories, one from each author. The first, Cowboy Wanted by Miller, is the story of two people, one divorced one widowed, who discover one another and, since it is a romance, find a life together. Kendra had been married to Ethan who had turned out to not by a nice guy, and along with his mother and step-sister, had made Kendra’s life miserable. She couldn’t wait to get away from him and moved from Seattle back to her childhood home in Copper Ridge, Arizona. She had her grandmother’s house, which was way too large for her, so she lived in the guest cottage out back. Gage Elder was a retired stunt rider and rodeo star who had moved to Copper Ridge and was in the process of buying a small ranch. He saw her when she waited on him at the cafe and for the first time since his wife had died, saw a woman he wanted to ask out. So, he did. She said no, but had regretted it. The second story, One More Summer With You, by Yates, is a shorter story about two people who had been in love while at summer camp when they were fifteen and now found themselves back at camp together.

Both wonderful cowboy romance authors, these stories are relatively short, but ultimately satisfying. Excellent characters and interesting plots make both these stories extremely readable. Romance is always a good thing.

I was invited to read Summer With My Cowboy by Kensington Publishing. All thoughts and opinions are mine. #Netgalley #KensingtonPublishing #LindaLaelMiller #MaisieYates #SummerWithMyCowboy

[Kaye · Rating 4 out of 5]

Two cowboy romance novella’s from successful authors.

Cowboy is Wanted by Miller. Kendra is fresh off a difficult divorce. She has returned to her hometown and a home that her grandmother left her. While working in a diner she meets Gabe. He is starting his own ranch after a rodeo and stunt man career. He is a widow and has not thought of asking a woman out until he sees Kendra. There are puppies involved as well as a reappearance from her ex.

One More Summer with You by Yates. Jane Cahill and Spencer Quinn met at Camp Low Echo. It was a place for troubled youth. Jane credits it for turning her life around and helping her become a successful lawyer. She returns to give back to the camp. She wasn’t expecting Spencer to be volunteering at the same time. They met and fell in love over the three summers they spent there in their teens. This is a quick second chance romance that is a bit muddled by the fact that Jane is currently engaged. Spencer has his own ranch now but no woman has ever compared to his first love Jane.

I liked both stories and think the writer’s fans will enjoy them. With novellas you always wish you had more time with the characters or to see romance grow organically. Yates gets around that as they pair already have a history together. I also think this story has a little more depth as Jane takes time to reflect on her life and choices. And I appreciated the bit of spice. Thank you to NetGalley and Kensington Publishing for the eARC and I am leaving an honest review.

[Mandy Sickle · Rating 5 out of 5]

I received Summer With My Cowboy in return for an honest review from TLC Book Tours. 

Summer With My Cowboy is two short novellas in one single book by two very talented authors. In the first story we have Kendra who's moved back home after a bad divorce. Hoping to make a fresh start. She meets Gage who's new to town and just what she needs to restore her faith in love. Who knew all it took was moving to a small town. 

Jane grew up in foster care but her summers were spent at a troubled youth camp. When her perfect life falls apart she returns home to her camp that saved her life and just happens to meet the boy she who let her walk away all those years ago. Only he's no longer the boy. Together they can't deny the attraction is still there and she finds what she's been missing in her life. 

. I devoured both of these in just a couple of hours and enjoyed both of the stories. Each story I felt like I was really able to connect with the characters and I feel in love with each of the couples. I've read books before by both authors so I had some high Expectations and they did not disappoint. I loved bother stories and now I need to read all their backlist. This was a perfect balance of story and romance. 

[angelpompom · Rating 2 out of 5]

I didn’t like the writing in the first one and I didn’t love the characters in the second one.

[Happily Ever After Romance · Rating 5 out of 5]

Reviewed at Happily Ever After Romance

I love a 2-in-1 book, especially when those novellas are by two of my favorite authors, Linda Lael Miller and Maisey Yates. I’ve been reading their amazing stories for many, many years now, and I can frankly say that neither has ever disappointed me… and I always go back for more with each new release either as a duo or individually.

This time around, Summer with My Cowboy brings us two delightful tales of second chance romances, one a new start second chance and the other a reunion second chance to get love right this time.

Cowboy Wanted by Linda Lael Miller: Kendra is finally on her own after a difficult divorce from one nasty piece of work, now ex-husband, and his equally disgusting family, who all destroyed her life in so many ways. She’s returned home to the house her grandmother left her, taken a job as a waitress at the local diner, and is simply getting through the day while healing from the trauma of her former marriage. Gage is a widower, a former champion rodeo/bronc rider who is buying a local ranch, setting out on the second part of his life away from the rodeo circuit. He’s had no interest in romance since his wife’s death, but Kendra’s kindness has sparked an attraction that he finds he doesn’t want to ignore. Watching these two heal from their pasts and open their hearts to new possibilities together was a delightful and emotional journey.

One More Summer With You by Maisey Yates: Jane and Spencer were once teen lovers at summer camp. Three years and those summers together weren’t enough to calm Jane’s fears of their future… and they moved on. Life happened, situations changed, and now Jane, a successful adult, has returned to the camp that helped her so much in her youth as a counselor. She never expected Spence to be there too, or for that love between them so many years ago to spark back to life as if no time had passed at all. Although the shorter of the two novellas, Jane and Spence already had a past, and their reunion as adults was an emotional experience that fit them well, making perfect sense for where they were now emotionally.

Both stories are well-written, emotional, and passionate, with laughter mixed in with the tears as love heals old wounds and offers new possibilities. I enjoyed both Kendra and Gage, and Jane and Spence’s journeys to a happy ending, and would not hesitate to recommend Summer with My Cowboy to any reader who loves a really good happily-ever-after ending.

*I received an e-ARC of this novel from the publisher via NetGalley, and I sincerely thank the author or publishing house for their trust. It is my choice to leave a review giving my personal opinion about this book.*

[Ersi Safitri · Rating 4 out of 5]

Actual rating 3.75 ⭐

First of all, thank you so much to NetGalley and the publisher for giving me the opportunity to read this ARC in exchange for an honest review.

This book contains two stories in one novella, both centered around women who have gone through difficult experiences in life and are trying to rediscover true happiness in small-town settings.

The first story, Cowboy Wanted, follows Kendra, who has just gone through a divorce. Throughout her marriage, she never truly felt happy. She was cheated on, betrayed, and constantly hurt by her ex-husband’s stepmother and cousin. Eventually, Kendra decides to return to her hometown and temporarily works as a waitress at a local restaurant. There, she meets Gage Elder, a widowed ranch owner who recently moved to town.

The second story, One More Summer With You, follows Jane Cahill, a lawyer who feels stuck both in her relationship with her fiancé and in her career after her promotion gets delayed. Jane decides to return to the summer camp she used to attend as a teenager, hoping to find peace and distance herself from the busy life in Chicago for a while. However, she unexpectedly reunites with Spencer Quinn, a man who once shared those summer camp memories with her.

Both stories revolve around the theme of second chances at love. The main characters carry emotional wounds and unresolved trauma, and they return to places that feel familiar to them, almost as if they are trying to reconnect with parts of themselves they once lost.

I found the stories quite relatable to real life situations. The writing style is also simple and easy to follow, making it accessible even for non-native English readers.

Both stories deliver the message that happiness and love are not always what we initially believe them to be. Sometimes, people need the courage to step away from situations that have blinded them emotionally, and this is clearly reflected in the journeys of both female protagonists.

Personally, I enjoyed the first story more, mostly because I am not usually a fan of overly steamy romances.

That said, the second story still carries an important message: we cannot always hold on to the things we love and expect them to stay forever. Sometimes, loving something also means having the courage to let it go. Even though it hurts, if it is truly for the best, then perhaps happiness will eventually find its way back to us again.

[E-Reader Addict · Rating 2 out of 5]

Linda Lael Miller - Cowboy Wanted

I don’t know how this author does it, but her books often seem like they are written by different people. And sometimes I like her, and sometimes I don’t. Sadly, this one was an “I don’t”...

In Cowboy Wanted, outdated wording is used (no one refers to a phone as a smartphone anymore), which had me checking what timeframe the book was supposed to take place. It’s a contemporary story, so it could take place today. But it read like something from the early 90s.

The next writing thing I didn’t like is that she introduces characters, then re-explains who they are - even though it had only been a handful of pages since we met them. Which makes me feel like the author thinks her readers aren’t very smart. The same thing was done with things that just happened.

This author’s writing in this book also seemed very “old fashioned” - almost prim. Which is not a bad thing, but it seems out of place during a contemporary story.

My rating for Cowboy Wanted: 2 stars

Maisey Yates - One More Summer with You

So, I finished this story while I was at a conference for work (just hang with me a sec) and was too tired to jot down my thoughts for this review when I finished. And here I am less than a week later with no recollection of what this novella was even about. Which isn’t a good thing. Off to refresh my memory, I go…

Maisey Yates is another author who is very hit or miss - sometimes I like her books, sometimes I don’t. This one landed in the middle, but had some very big shortcomings (in my opinion, as someone who has read her before and really liked some of her books). Even as a novella, where I don’t expect a lot of character or plot development, this one fell short of making me feel anything. I couldn’t even feel how hurt the hero or heroine were by how things ended when they were young. And if I don’t care how they felt when they broke up, I’m probably not going to feel anything when they get back together…

My rating for One More Summer with You: 2 stars

* thank you to NetGalley and Kensington Publishing for providing an ARC in exchange for an honest review

[Donna Repsher · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is the second recent collaboration by two talented authors whose work I truly enjoy, Linda Lael Miller and Maisey Yates, and, they pretty much had me at "cowboy, "

Linda Lael Miller's novella, Cowboy Wanted, was an enjoyable if less that stellar read, I certainly sympathized with Kendra, whose ex was a wealthy, spoiled, controlling, narcissistic liar, and his mother and sister were equally deplorable, but Kendra finally got away to her home town, taking a job as a diner waitress where she meets the hero, Gabe, a retired rodeo star, who appreciates and cares for her--giving her everything her ex didn't. While I enjoyed this story, I wish less time had been spent on their dogs, and more time spent on their relationship. I also felt the epilogue was too abrupt and way too short, which is the reason for my 3-star rating.

The second novella, One More Summer with You, by Maisey Yates, hit me where I live. If you've ever had a first love you met at summer camp, fell in love, and left that person behind, I'm certain this story will remind you of what first love and first loss feel like.

Jane Cahill and Spencer Quinn met at Camp Low Echo, a camp for troubled youth as teenagers. Jane spent 3 summers there because she kept running away from her foster homes. She and Spencer fell in love during her 3 summers at the camp, but Jane was ambitious, and went on to become a successful lawyer, and was engaged to another lawyer, Colin, but felt the need to give back to other troubled teens, and returned to the camp with mixed feelings about her engagement, her place at the law firm, and her still present attraction to Spencer, who, as an adult spent every summer at the camp as a counselor.

Seeing Spencer again has Jane questioning her choices, her engagement to a man she truly doesn't love, her professional life, and the love she still feels for Spencer, who is still very much in love with her. It's an emotional story, with all the feels I've come to expect from Maisey Yates, and I loved every minute of their story, which gets a 5-star rating from this reader.

My thanks to Netgalley for the advance reader copy of this book. The opinions stated herein are my own.

[charmette.books · Rating 3 out of 5]

Summer with my Cowboy is a set of two romance novellas by Linda Lael Miller and Maisey Yates. I love anything that Maisey Yates writes and was excited to read this book. Cowboy Wanted, by Miller, is the story of Kendra, recently divorced and moving on with her life back in her hometown of Copper Ridge, Arizona. One More Summer with You, by Yates, is Jane’s story, a successful attorney who has returned to her childhood summer camp and discovers more than just her happy memories there.

In Cowboy Wanted, Kendra is healing from an awful divorce from a narcissist, and is back in her hometown, living in her family’s home. She is waitressing at a local cafe to stay busy, and meets Gage there. Both are interested in each other, but hesitant to start a new relationship after heartbreak in the past. It turns out that a new puppy and a handsome cowboy are just what Kendra needed to move forward with her life after all.

Jane was a troubled teen growing up in foster care, and found her home at summer camp in Oregon. She and Spencer had a summer fling, and he has never forgotten about her. Jane is not happy with her fiance or her corporate law career in Chicago, and is searching for a new path in life. Being in Oregon again, with Spencer, shows her that she can find happiness again, and maybe a different life is a better fit for her.

Both of these novellas were really sweet and enjoyable. They both felt like a Hallmark movie in a book. If you like cowboy romance and are looking for a light read, this book would be a great choice.

Thank you to Kensington Publishing and NetGalley for an advance reader’s copy of this book in exchange for an honest review. All opinions are my own.

[Ann Lorz · Rating 3 out of 5]

First up is Cowboy Wanted by Linda Lael Miller. This one is very enjoyable to read. I liked the characters and felt for both of them. Life hadn't been easy on them, and they weren't ready to jump right back into it, but they do finally let themselves live again. Both are very down-to-earth characters, and I liked how they treated others. I was so glad that Kendra made her home into a wedding business. I'm sure it was so beautiful. Sadly, I would have loved more about it, but it happens almost when the book is done. For me this story was over way too quick. I wanted more about them.

Now onto One More Summer with You by Maisey Yates. This one being a second-chance romance kind of dropped you right into it. I really enjoyed the idea of this one and the ending is a good one. I would have loved more of this story too. There was a lot happening in the ending but we kind of miss it all. It's just told to us. I still enjoyed it but wanted a few more chapters.

As a whole both stories are very good with sweet romances. You'll enjoy the characters and be left happy that they are getting their HEA's. Well, worth the read.

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[Jacqueline (Fall In Love With The Sound of Words) · Rating 4 out of 5]

3.5 ARC REVIEW

Two major cowboy romance authors that I have enjoyed before. How could I not snatch it up? For the most part, it did not disappoint.

Cowboy Wanted by Linda Lael Miller

I have loved series from this author before, the Montana Creeds, the McKettericks, so I know she writes swoonworthy romances that I wholeheartedly enjoy. This one didn't quite live up to expectations. I think the handicap for me, in particular, is maybe the novella style. I had a hard time really connecting with the characters and the story. There wasn't room for anything to really grow or breathe. The conflict with the ex-husband turning up was there and gone so quickly with such a rushed outcome that it would have been better not to bring him back. The relationship was also so quick that it was hard to really feel anything for them. I feel like this story had great bones, and I hope she turns it into a full length novel someday.

One More Summer With You by Maisie Yates

On the other hand, this short story by Yates was roughly the same length and held much more emotion. Yates' writing style lends pretty well to a novella (I do also enjoy her writing in long form as well). There was emotion and a strong background that allowed the resulting romance to feel believable, even though it was really quick as well. The bulk of my enjoyment was in this short story.

I highly recommend these authors' other books, but if you have some time to kill and just want a fun, no-nonsense romance, pick up this book.

Thank you to Netgalley and Kensington Publishing for providing a copy for review.

[Terri · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is two sweet stories, one from each author.

In Cowboy Wanted Kendra moves back home to Copper Ridge after her nasty divorce and miscarriage, where she is waitressing at a diner when she meets Gage who has recently moved to town too. He is a widower, former rodeo cowboy and Hollywood stunt man. He is very attracted to Kendra and has not thought of another woman since his wife passed. He is in the process of purchasing a ranch and fostering some puppies which Kendra adopts one of them. Kendra is deciding what to do with the mansion left to her by her grandmother which is too big for just her to live in so she is staying in the cottage house. Kendra and Gage are starting to form a friendship when her ex husband shows back up into town. Kendra and Gage are both broken from these relationships and find healing in each other.

In One More Summer with you Jane Cahill, a successful lawyer taking time off to volunteer as a camp counselor after her fiancé called off the wedding and she is passed over for promotions at her job. It's a camp for troubled teens where she attended for three summers as a troubled teen in foster care. She also fell in love with Spencer Quinn there and he is the last person she expects to see and finds out he is volunteering also. She hasn't seen him since she left to attend college and pursue her career in law. Spencer now owns his own ranch and never found love like Jane.

Both stories were sweet and enjoyable, easy reads. Miller's writing is clean romance no spice but still enjoyable. Yates's story has a bit more spice you'd expect from her writing.

Thanks to Kensington Publishing and NetGalley for the eArc of this book.

[Janalyn, the blind reviewer · Rating 4 out of 5]

Summer With My Cowboy by Linda Lael Miller and Macy Yates, Kendra‘s back and Copper Ridge not only getting away from an abuser but trying to figure out what to do with the inherited beautiful home left to her by her grandmother. After the angry man she fled she swore off men but this isn’t something bronco rider and Hollywood celebrity gauge knows anything about all he knows is he thinks she’s beautiful and she thinks he should just leave her be. This was such a cute story again I am usually not a fan of rockstar relationships actors Bronc riders whatever but I really thought this one was adorable and who doesn’t love a little puppy. In the second story summer with my cowboy a girl revisits the summer camp that once saved her long ago when she arrived there as a problem child. Jane not only meets a girl who reminds her of herself back then but the boy she loved is also there hoping he could get a second chance. Jane is finding summer camp a lot different as an adult but as her and Spencer really start falling in love with Alma and each other then they just leave with way more than they bargain for. I really enjoyed this one the best I like that it showed someone coming out of care and doing really well for herself she became a lawyer and then they had a second chance to be together I just really loved this book. It takes a certain reader for these sweeten clean love stories and I am so glad I am that type of reader. I always look so forward to their new books the Christmas collection I just love their books and can’t get enough. #NetGalley, #TheBlindReviewer, #MyHonestReview,

[Liv · Rating 3 out of 5]

Summer with my Cowboy is made up of two novellas, Cowboy Wanted (2/5) and One More Summer with You (3.5/5).

First, Cowboy Wanted. Kendra returns home to Copper Ridge after her marriage falls apart, hoping for a fresh start. There she meets Gage, a former stuntman, and sparks fly immediately.

To be completely honest, I didn't like this. It felt like I was being dropped in the middle of the story and the writing felt a bit stilted, like there were certain plot points that had to be hit. I hated the resolution of what happened with Ethan, and really didn't see what Kendra and Gage even saw in each other apart from physical attraction.

On the other hand, I wish that One More Summer With You was a full length novel. Maisey Yates books are usually pretty hit or miss for me but I was very surprised how much I enjoyed the plot of this one.

Jane and Spencer met and fell in love at Camp Low Echo, a camp for troubled teenagers. Now she's back as an adult to pay it forward and because she's at a crossroads in her life where she isn't happy in her job as a lawyer and her wedding has been postponed. Surprisingly, she finds out that Spencer has returned every year, and is in line to take over. Even though they've only crossed paths once in the fifteen years since their last time at camp together, the feelings between them remain just as strong.

Because this is a novella, this story didn't get the time it needed to breathe. By the time I was fully into it, it was over. I would have loved more!

[Mary · Rating 4 out of 5]

Cowboy Wanted by Linda Lael Miller
Female lead, Kendra, moved home to Arizona after her divorce. She realizes she escaped a horrible situation and is happy to return to the place where she grew up. She wasn't looking for a relationship but she has long term dreams of finding the right person and making a family.
Enter the Male lead, Gage. He's a former rodeo star and Hollywood stunt man and now owns a ranch near Kendra. There's a palpable attraction for the two but they guard their hearts carefully. He's a widower of six years and is ready to get on with life. I enjoyed Linda Lael Miller's story of a new chance for love. It was easy to hope the best for these two. There's a bit of drama that made me wonder about a HEA but you'll have to read to find out.

One More Summer With You by Maisey Yates
Setting: Camp Low Echo (a camp for troubled youths)
Main characters: Jane, a Chicago lawyer. Spencer, a rancher. They bet as campers many years earlier and now have returned as camp counselors for the summer. As teens she'd run away from countless foster homes and he escaped his abusive father. They were lucky to end up at the camp. As adults, she's taking a break from a high powered law firm and a possible broken engagement and he's doing what became a regular part of his life and helping at the camp each summer. They will find out if they can leave their pasts behind and find a future together. A nice second chance story.

[Trudy Dowling · Rating 4 out of 5]

Two awesome stories in one book--sign me up. Two fantastic authors--I am there. Spending summer with cowboys made this book the perfect place to be.

Linda Lael Miller had my heart breaking for Kendra after her ex did her dirty in divorce court. Back home in her small town her self confidence is shot. She is waiting tables just to force herself out into the world. Her emotional struggles make for difficult times. when Gabe, a retired rodeo rider comes in for coffee she doesn't know how to act. It was kind of cute in an awkward way. Gabe becomes her hero and mine when her ex shows up at her work. The story reminds that after their is bad there can be awesome. Watching Kendra come back to who she should be was an inspiration. The HEA will keep my heart warm for days.

One More Summer with You is Maisey Yates contribution to the book. Jane Cahill returns to Oregon to help at a summer camp for troubled kids. It is the same camp she spent three years in high school. It is the same place she fell in love with Spencer and walked away for a better future than the foster system could give her. She is in Oregon because her life has failed her. What she doesn't expect is to see Spencer. Sometimes, unexpected second chances are the best kind. Sometimes the discovery that love remained even after a goodbye makes for a swoony read. Jane's kind heart made for a beautiful ending.

[Paula · Rating 4 out of 5]

The book duet, Summer with My Cowboy by Linda Lael Miller and Maisey Yates has two very different romances. I like them both, but the setting and story lines are unique to each novella.

Cowboy Wanted by Linda Lael Miller has a returning small-town member and a newcomer meeting, with a slower pace for Kendra Spencer and Gage Elder. Both have been grieving but healing is taking place. I was amazed by the kindness though sad ending for Kendra’s ex-husband. Forgiveness without opening yourself up for more of a toxic relationship is the way to go but not always easy.

One More Summer With You by Maisey Yates is the story of two troubled teenagers returning as counselors t the camp that changed their lives for the better. Jane Cahill and Spencer Quinn have a history together at the camp that doesn’t want to stay in the past fifteen years later. An edgier novella but works for the characters and the teenagers now in the camp. Too sweet of a story would have been a disservice so this has the right amount of sass and grit.

Both are novellas so the stories end quickly but very enjoyable. 4.5 Stars

[Allison · Rating 4 out of 5]

This book included 2 short stories by Linda Lael Miller and Maisey Yates.

I have always loved Linda's stories and this one is included. The storyline did seem to move along quite quickly to the point that some might think it isn't realistic. Understanding that this story isn't as long as her normal novels, I do think she did a good job of balancing the length of the story and getting to a conclusion that the reader would like to see. I enjoyed the characters very much and it kept me reading it until the end.

I was excited to read Maisey Yates' story, as I have only read 1 other of her books. I like the overall story line but felt that she spent a lot of time writing about the character's thoughts and not as much interaction between the characters. This seemed to translate to hearing what the main character was thinking about and repeating that conversation multiple times. If there had been more conversation between the characters, I think I would have enjoyed it more. It wasn't a bad story but it wouldn't be something that I'd read again.

This is my honest review and I want to thank NetGallery and Kensington Publishing for the book.

[Cathy Geha · Rating 4 out of 5]

Summer With My Cowboy

~ Home is where your cowboy hangs his hat ~ Two heart warming love stories that see couples find their perfect match ~

COWBOY WANTED by Linda Lael Miller
Kendra felt broken when she left the Pacific Northwest to return to the small town Arizona community that she grew up in. Little did she know that the man she would meet there would provide so much more than she could have dreamed of. A bit formulaic and predictable but also a satisfying romance for Kendra and Gage once they realized they were meant to be together.
(3 Stars)

ONE MORE SUMMER WITH YOU by Maisey Yates
What a wonderful story! I loved watching Jane and Spencer rekindle their three year summer camp romance after fifteen years apart. The fire that burned bright when they were together did not burn out, nope, the embers were just banked and waiting till the time was right for them to find one another and rekindle the fire that had been waiting to burst into flames again. I am growing to love this author.
(5 Stars)

Thank you to NetGalley and Kensington Publishing for the ARC – This is my honest review.
4 Stars (averaged)

[Michelle Lima · Rating 4 out of 5]

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Summer with My Cowboy by Linda Lael Miller & Maisey Yates ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Summer with My Cowboy is a collection of two heartwarming cowboy romance novellas that makes for a quick, enjoyable read. I gave both stories 4 stars, though I found myself loving Linda Lael Miller's story just a little bit more.

Cowboy Wanted by Linda Lael Miller was my favorite of the two. With its small-town romance, second chance at love, broken hero, and city girl returns home tropes, this story delivered all the cozy, emotional feels. I especially enjoyed watching the characters heal old wounds and get a second chance at love.

One More Summer with You by Maisey Yates was also a lovely read. Featuring second chance romance, forced proximity, right person, wrong time, and teen sweethearts, it was sweet, nostalgic, and full of longing. The chemistry between the characters and the history they shared made it easy to root for them.

Overall, if you're looking for a fast, feel-good read filled with cowboy charm, small-town settings, and second chances, Summer with My Cowboy is definitely worth picking up. 🤠❤️📚

[Barbara · Rating 4 out of 5]

Cowboy Wanted by Linda Lael Miller

Kendra is back in Cooper Ridge, Arizona, after a messy divorce. To keep herself busy, she starts waitressing in the local diner even though she doesn’t need the money. She meets Gage, a widower, who hasn’t shown interest in another woman since the death of his wife. He’s attracted to Kendra. She feels the same but doesn’t want to admit it, but he slowly wins her over. There are puppies involved, too.

One More Summer with You by Maisey Yates

Jane and Spencer have a past together. They never kept in touch but thought of each other often over the years. Circumstances bring them together again at the same summer camp they attended as teenagers. Jane had left suddenly, and it was the right decision at the time. It led to fulfilling her dream of making something of herself, but things didn’t turn out exactly as she had planned. Seeing each other brings back feelings neither expected to experience again.

A quick second chance story.

I voluntarily read and reviewed an advanced copy of this book. All thoughts and opinions are my own.

[Jenny · Rating 3 out of 5]

Easy 2 for 1 read. There are two novellas in this book by different authors. The stories are not connected in any way. I preferred the the first story, “Cowboy wanted” by Linda Lael Miller. I just thought it was more interesting and focused on finding love after loss. It was a cute, chaste story and was a very easy read. The second story by Maisey Yates was more focused on second chance romance between two people who fell in love at a summer camp for troubled youth. The story wasn’t bad, but it’s because of the length it wasn’t super developed and the couple reconnected very fast. This contained an open door scene, but it was not too spicy. Overall these were quick reads and would be a nice library rental.

Thank you, Kensington Publishing, for providing this book for review consideration through NetGalley. All opinions expressed are solely my own.

[Connie · Rating 4 out of 5]

4.5⭐️ This book consists of two novellas so if you're looking for a short palate cleanser and quick read you may want to consider these.

In the first book, Cowboy Wanted, Kendra and Gage have both experienced loss and are having to heal their broken hearts. They both have to start over and together they begin to heal.

In the second book, One More Summer With You, Jane and Spencer haven't seen each other in years, except for one very brief moment, since they were both troubled youth and were sent to Camp Low Echo. This is a second chance romance and getting to know each other now that they're both successful adults.

Both books are short, but good, and I wish they had been longer so we could get more in depth with the storylines. Both are satisfying reads that I thoroughly enjoyed.

Thanks to the author, publisher, and NetGalley for an ARC of this book.

[Blodeuedd Finland · Rating 3 out of 5]

These were two sweet short cowboy romances.

First we have Kendra and Gabe. Kendra left a horrible marriage to start fresh. Gabe is a widower. They meet, there is attraction. But she does not want another failed marriage.

There is some tiny drama with someone from her past, but mostly it is these two getting to know each other and her daring to try things again.

Sweet short novella.

Then there is Jane and Spencer. Two foster kids who met a camp, fell in love and lost touch. Now Jane is back to be a counsellor as her life is stuck. Spencer is also one, and he has a ranch now.

He never forgot her. She does not really know what she want. They reconnect, find out what is important in life and get their hea.

Short and sweet too

Good narration.

[Perrin Larton · Rating 4 out of 5]

This book has two short stories from authors I've read in the past and have enjoyed. Both are second chance at romance based.

Cowboy Wanted by Linda Lael Miller has Kendra who is reeling from an acrimonious divorce and Gage who lost his wife a few years before. Neither is looking for romance, until they meet. A cute story. The epilogue ties up the loose ends and you can see the pair living happily ever after.

One More Summer with You brings Jane and Spencer back together, 15 years after their 3 summers at summer camp where they became a couple. Now, Jane is a lawyer and Spencer is a ranch owner. They both never got over each other and now have a chance to begin again.

Quick reads with a happy ending!

[Angela · Rating 4 out of 5]

Thank you to Kensington Publishers and NetGalley for the eARC in exchange for my honest review.

LInda Lael Miller and Maisey Yates come together in this book with two novellas of western themed romance. In Linda Lael Miller's story Cowboy Wanted, we meet Kendra and Gage who have both experience loss and are wary of love. In this charming read set in Arizona, they learn to heal as love grows between them.

In Maisey Yates novel One More Summer with You, Jane and Spencer find a second chance at love when they meet again at the summer camp where there love began. As they explore their shared past, they may be able to rekindle the feelings of the past.

Both novellas are short reads, that can be finished in an afternoon. If you like western themed romance, then these are for you.

[Oni Banks · Rating 3 out of 5]

A pair of short simple stories. I didn’t care for One More Summer with You by Maisey Yates. I found it rushed and bleak until the conclusion, which gave suddenly HEA. I did enjoy Cowboy Wanted by Linda Lael Miller. The FMC was strong in a quiet way. I appreciated that she didn’t need rescuing. She took care of herself but accepted friendship and support when it was offered. The MMC was interesting and sweet. Plus, there were adorable dogs and puppies!

Cowboy Wanted by Linda Lael Miller: 3.5 stars
One More Summer with You by Maisey Yates: 1.5 stars

Thank you to Net Galley and Kensington Publishing for this ARC in exchange for an honest review. All opinions are my own.

[Danielle De Luca · Rating 3 out of 5]

I enjoyed reading these two short stories. However, I wish they had been longer.
In the first we have Kendra and Gage. Kendra moves home after a divorce and starts waiting tables at the diner to keep herself busy. Gage is a retired rodeo star who is looking to settle down in the country.

In the next we have old summer love. Jane Cahill and Spencer Quinn met at a summer camp for troubled youth as teenagers. Jane returns as a camp counselor, all grown up and unsure about what to do next with her life. Spencer is there volunteering as a camp counselor as well. This is about young love and rekindling those feelings.

[Sarah Majer · Rating 2 out of 5]

I was sent an ARC of this book from a Goodreads giveaway. It’s short and sweet but I didn’t find it anything special or interesting to be honest. I know that it’s two novellas, but I’m not sure the romance genre works as a short story, especially when in one of the stories, the two love interests were meeting for the very first time. For a second-chance romance, like the second story, it worked a little better. But even some of the choices they make at the end, specifically involving a camper they just met, still felt rushed and weird.
It was cute, I had fun reading it. Just not sure romance novellas are for me.