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Roped: A Small Town Slow Burn Opposites Attract Romance
What if the only thing that can save the guarded cowboy is the thing he fears the most?
MONROE
At twenty-eight, Brooklyn jewelry designer, Monroe Everhart, has no family. Though the wounds of her beloved late father are fresh, she longs to know who her mother was. And now, thanks to a vintage photo of a woman, she may get her chance.
With nothing but a handwritten date and a setting to go on, Monroe swaps the big city for small-town Montana. It’s completely opposite, but it takes no time for her to feel at home in the turn-of-the-century farmhouse she buys or the 1941 truck she affectionately names Gertie.
But as Monroe begins to settle in, she’s unaware of the broody cowboy across the creek from her. The one with a scowl and a gruff gaze.
She tells herself she doesn’t have time to entertain the nosedive her stomach makes, especially when her heart is still raw from her toxic ex. But it’s hard to ignore a man she shouldn’t be interested in.
KANE
It’s been six years since tragedy struck Kane Garrison. In the aftermath, he’s convinced himself that guarding his heart is the key to survival. And he’s mastered it—until he finds Monroe in need of help.
Nothing about meeting his new neighbor should be life-altering. But it is. She’s eleven years his junior, and perhaps it’s her light-hearted nature that shows Kane that life doesn’t always have to be lived alone.
He says he’s too old for her. Too closed off. Too…broken. But Monroe is the embodiment of what his future could be. If Kane lets down his walls, will his heart end up getting roped?
MONROE
At twenty-eight, Brooklyn jewelry designer, Monroe Everhart, has no family. Though the wounds of her beloved late father are fresh, she longs to know who her mother was. And now, thanks to a vintage photo of a woman, she may get her chance.
With nothing but a handwritten date and a setting to go on, Monroe swaps the big city for small-town Montana. It’s completely opposite, but it takes no time for her to feel at home in the turn-of-the-century farmhouse she buys or the 1941 truck she affectionately names Gertie.
But as Monroe begins to settle in, she’s unaware of the broody cowboy across the creek from her. The one with a scowl and a gruff gaze.
She tells herself she doesn’t have time to entertain the nosedive her stomach makes, especially when her heart is still raw from her toxic ex. But it’s hard to ignore a man she shouldn’t be interested in.
KANE
It’s been six years since tragedy struck Kane Garrison. In the aftermath, he’s convinced himself that guarding his heart is the key to survival. And he’s mastered it—until he finds Monroe in need of help.
Nothing about meeting his new neighbor should be life-altering. But it is. She’s eleven years his junior, and perhaps it’s her light-hearted nature that shows Kane that life doesn’t always have to be lived alone.
He says he’s too old for her. Too closed off. Too…broken. But Monroe is the embodiment of what his future could be. If Kane lets down his walls, will his heart end up getting roped?
364 pages, Kindle Edition
Published October 24, 2025
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About the author
Piper Collins
24 books95 followersPiper Collins writes contemporary suspense to modern day royals; her books are packed with humor, emotion and a whole lot of sexiness.
Piper lives in the heat of the south. She enjoys reading, writing and naps. When she's not doing any of those things, you can find her spending time with her husband, son and their springer spaniel, Fiona.
You can follow her on Instagram @piper.collins.author or on TikTok @authorpipercollins
Crown Prince Chronicle Novels
Book I: Bastian
Book II: Remy
Book III: Kasper
Will Power (a standalone romance)
Culture Shock (a standalone romcom)
The Sugarplum Fairy: A small town, fish out of water Christmas romantic comedy
Chrysus Defense Series
Book I: To Colombia, With Love
Book II: Jerks and Caicos
Piper lives in the heat of the south. She enjoys reading, writing and naps. When she's not doing any of those things, you can find her spending time with her husband, son and their springer spaniel, Fiona.
You can follow her on Instagram @piper.collins.author or on TikTok @authorpipercollins
Crown Prince Chronicle Novels
Book I: Bastian
Book II: Remy
Book III: Kasper
Will Power (a standalone romance)
Culture Shock (a standalone romcom)
The Sugarplum Fairy: A small town, fish out of water Christmas romantic comedy
Chrysus Defense Series
Book I: To Colombia, With Love
Book II: Jerks and Caicos
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October 26, 2025
Monroe and Kane.
Monroe has come to Sapphire Valley to start up her business and enjoy the small town life. She is also on a mission to find her mom. Little does she know she will find family, Kane and the small town vibes she might want forever.
Kane comes from a big family. He has a lot of demons and a past he doesn't share lightly. Monroe turns out to be a person he can lean on and she slowly breaks down his walls. These two have chemistry. Phew. *fans self*
After much denial on both of them they finally give in and it is a symphony for the ages.
Thank you to Luna Literary Mgmt and the author for an advance reader copy in exchange for an honest review. I look forward to the rest of this series.
Monroe has come to Sapphire Valley to start up her business and enjoy the small town life. She is also on a mission to find her mom. Little does she know she will find family, Kane and the small town vibes she might want forever.
Kane comes from a big family. He has a lot of demons and a past he doesn't share lightly. Monroe turns out to be a person he can lean on and she slowly breaks down his walls. These two have chemistry. Phew. *fans self*
After much denial on both of them they finally give in and it is a symphony for the ages.
Thank you to Luna Literary Mgmt and the author for an advance reader copy in exchange for an honest review. I look forward to the rest of this series.
November 13, 2025
roped me in!!!
Rating: 5 ⭐️
What to expect: Cowboy x city girl, small town, age gap, opposites attract, round family, slow burn, trauma x healing
I’m obsessed with Sapphire Valley Ranch! Roped was everything I wanted and more. Monroe and Kane’s story was emotional, heartfelt, and beautifully written — two people healing from their pasts and finding peace in each other. The found family dynamic was incredible, and every character added so much depth to the story. I couldn’t put it down and can’t wait to dive into more from this series!
Rating: 5 ⭐️
What to expect: Cowboy x city girl, small town, age gap, opposites attract, round family, slow burn, trauma x healing
I’m obsessed with Sapphire Valley Ranch! Roped was everything I wanted and more. Monroe and Kane’s story was emotional, heartfelt, and beautifully written — two people healing from their pasts and finding peace in each other. The found family dynamic was incredible, and every character added so much depth to the story. I couldn’t put it down and can’t wait to dive into more from this series!
October 24, 2025
I didn’t expect to fall so hard for a cowboy romance, but here I am completely roped in by Piper Collins’ slow-burn masterpiece, pun intended.
From the moment Monroe Everhart rolled into Sapphire Valley in her vintage truck “Gertie,” I was hooked. As someone who’s always dreamed of trading city chaos for small-town charm, I felt like I was living vicariously through her. Her grief, her longing to uncover her mother’s past, and her quiet resilience made her feel like a friend I wanted to protect.
And then there’s Kane Garrison. Broody, guarded, and heartbreakingly tender beneath all that gruffness. The age gap, the emotional walls, the way he tries to push Monroe away, it all made their connection feel so earned. I found myself whispering “just let her in” every time he retreated. Their chemistry is magnetic, but it’s the emotional depth that truly got me.
Piper Collins doesn’t hold back once Monroe and Kane cross that line; the tension that’s been simmering explodes into scenes that are passionate, intense, and emotionally charged. It’s the kind of spice that makes you pause, reread, and maybe fan yourself a little. The chemistry is palpable, the payoff is worth the wait, and the steam level lands solidly in the “yes, please” category. If you’re here for the sizzle, you won’t be disappointed.
Roped isn’t just a romance, it’s a story about healing, about finding home in unexpected places, and about choosing love even when it scares you. The Montana setting is vivid and cozy, and the supporting characters add just the right amount of warmth and humor.
If you love opposites-attract stories with heart, grit, and a touch of vintage charm, Roped will steal your heart. I’m already counting down the days until the next Sapphire Valley Ranch book drops.
A huge thank you to Piper Collins and Naughty Nook PR for the early copy!
From the moment Monroe Everhart rolled into Sapphire Valley in her vintage truck “Gertie,” I was hooked. As someone who’s always dreamed of trading city chaos for small-town charm, I felt like I was living vicariously through her. Her grief, her longing to uncover her mother’s past, and her quiet resilience made her feel like a friend I wanted to protect.
And then there’s Kane Garrison. Broody, guarded, and heartbreakingly tender beneath all that gruffness. The age gap, the emotional walls, the way he tries to push Monroe away, it all made their connection feel so earned. I found myself whispering “just let her in” every time he retreated. Their chemistry is magnetic, but it’s the emotional depth that truly got me.
Piper Collins doesn’t hold back once Monroe and Kane cross that line; the tension that’s been simmering explodes into scenes that are passionate, intense, and emotionally charged. It’s the kind of spice that makes you pause, reread, and maybe fan yourself a little. The chemistry is palpable, the payoff is worth the wait, and the steam level lands solidly in the “yes, please” category. If you’re here for the sizzle, you won’t be disappointed.
Roped isn’t just a romance, it’s a story about healing, about finding home in unexpected places, and about choosing love even when it scares you. The Montana setting is vivid and cozy, and the supporting characters add just the right amount of warmth and humor.
If you love opposites-attract stories with heart, grit, and a touch of vintage charm, Roped will steal your heart. I’m already counting down the days until the next Sapphire Valley Ranch book drops.
A huge thank you to Piper Collins and Naughty Nook PR for the early copy!
November 11, 2025
I’m an East Coast girl through and through, but I’m definitely a fan of the cowboy genre (thanks Dad). Piper Collins never disappoints, and her new venture into the modern wild west was another story with emotional depth and simmering heat that makes you want to jump into the car and find your way to Sapphire Valley.
Cowboy romances tend to fall into similar patterns; city person moves, usually unwillingly, to the country while the cowboy/cowgirl works the ranch or in the rodeo. And while yes, Monroe is the city girl, she moves very willingly to Montana to not only find who her mom was, but also herself and where she belongs while dealing with immense grief. Kane is also still grieving, the livestock inspector refusing to allow himself to care for someone again after tragedy. The pair shouldn’t work; there’s an age gap and Kane has walls 12 feet high around his heart. But from the moment they meet they are drawn to each other and their chemistry is palpable. Both need to heal and both support each other as they do so.
Roped is a welcome change to the cowboy genre and I cannot wait to visit Sapphire Valley again. Piper Collins has written a beautiful story of healing and growing after tragedy and grief. Thank you so much for the advanced reader’s copy!
Cowboy romances tend to fall into similar patterns; city person moves, usually unwillingly, to the country while the cowboy/cowgirl works the ranch or in the rodeo. And while yes, Monroe is the city girl, she moves very willingly to Montana to not only find who her mom was, but also herself and where she belongs while dealing with immense grief. Kane is also still grieving, the livestock inspector refusing to allow himself to care for someone again after tragedy. The pair shouldn’t work; there’s an age gap and Kane has walls 12 feet high around his heart. But from the moment they meet they are drawn to each other and their chemistry is palpable. Both need to heal and both support each other as they do so.
Roped is a welcome change to the cowboy genre and I cannot wait to visit Sapphire Valley again. Piper Collins has written a beautiful story of healing and growing after tragedy and grief. Thank you so much for the advanced reader’s copy!
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