Beck & Coll: A City Girl/Country Boy Romance

by Tracy Gray

Beckham Strong walked away from a great city, a good job, and a decent relationship, because the call of his small hometown in the rural Pacific Northwest was too powerful to ignore. Now, he spends his days doing what he loves—guiding wilderness enthusiasts on adventure tours. And his nights . . . well, he spends those alone.

Collins Kingsley watched her dreams go up in smoke . . . literally.

When her hair salon, Posh Moments, burns to the ground, she’s left with a fistful of insurance money and no direction. On a whim, she decides to take a break from the big city and books a wilderness adventure. She likes trees. She likes mountains. She likes rivers. What could go wrong? Maybe nature doesn’t enjoy her as much as she enjoys nature. What could go right? Her wilderness adventure guide could be everything she never knew she wants in a man.

But his life is in the wilderness. Her life is in the city. Decisions. Decisions.

Genres: Contemporary, Romance

140 pages, Kindle Edition

Published August 28, 2025

Reviews

[♥Milica♥ · Rating 4 out of 5]

A cute little read with no angst, which I really enjoyed. It's relaxing when there's no drama in a shorter book, that's the last thing I want when I'm trying to connect with the characters.

I loved the setting, the resort was described perfectly and now I'm sad I can't go there myself. Collins had the time of her life, and she wasn't the only one!!

I wasn't expecting that second romance storyline, but you know what? Maybe it wasn't my cup of tea exactly, but who am I to judge?

As for the romance between Beckham and Collins, it was so sweet, I loved how he teased her about being clumsy. But if you ask me, she's not clumsy, the nature was just out to get her is all.

Beck & Coll was a feel-good book, and I'm so glad I picked it up.

[Toya Davis-Stokley · Rating 4 out of 5]

Alright now Tracy, with this adorable read! 😍 When Collins lost her shop, she lost a bit of herself too. What is she without Posh Moments? Needing time to think and decide her next move, she goes on a wilderness adventure of all things. What she doesn't know is that this trip will be life changing, and her biggest adventure yet.

Beckham loves his life in Pacific Northwest, and leading his tours makes him the happiest. But when the newest guest comes to the resort, she snatches his breath with her beauty, and he immediately wants to be in her presence. I loved how quickly Beckham and Collins built their rapport. It was friendly and flirty, while Beckham taught Collins about nature, and Collins enjoyed the lessons, when she wasn't being clumsy. 🤣 It only took a few days for them to become inseparable, but what happens when Collins' time is up?

Alisha's decision was a bit shocking for her girls, but good for her! That action put a fire under Collins, that allowed her to release her fear and follow her heart. 👍🏿👍🏿

[Monique · Rating 3 out of 5]

(2.5⭐️)This was a cute little cozy read. The story moved very quickly and it feels like a lot of their relationship development happened off page, so I wish we had got to see more things actually happening and not just presented as after the facts. Moral of the story: Do it scared/Dont be afraid to change things up. Also not gonna lie but the story line with her mom and the mom’s love interest was a little weird for me (just a personal ick) lol.

[Lisette · Rating 5 out of 5]

very sweet story.

[Markisha · Rating 4 out of 5]

Cute novella

[Cre8tive Dreamz · Rating 5 out of 5]

Living Life Without Fear of the Unknown

This book has been sitting in my queue to be read and I continued to skip over it!!!…
I was missing out!!!…I loved this book so much and I truly hope there is more to come!!!…
I know the book was about Beckham and Collin, but momma stole the WHOLE bearing the end!!!…
As parents we have a tendency to lose ourselves in trying to provide for our children and life passes us by!!!…Miss Alisha said she is about to live her life with no excuses or fear!!!…Retired and moved to marry the man that wanted to love and take care of her!!!…
I was glad that Collin and Church went right along with her!!!…
There is so much out there in this world to enjoy and we have to set aside our fear of the unknown and explore!!!…

[Gigi · Rating 5 out of 5]

Tracy Gray presents....Beck & Coll

What a good love at first sight read and my first time reading Tracy Gray. A tragic fire stopped Collins in her tracks and she had to regroup. Taking time for herself she books a woodsy adventure hoping to relax and reset. Collins didn't bet on meeting a handsome gentleman named Beckham that made her question her temporary get away. Beck & Coll gives you Some adventures, laughs and intimate moments..This book came just on time when you want to dream of the ideal relationship 💜. Definitely a good read.

[Shanoa · Rating 4 out of 5]

Loooved

I really loved them! I am a total hopeless romantic and it warmed my heart how they instantly followed the attraction and connection. Being connected so easily with someone feels like the most safest things ever. Feeling safe and at peace with another human is a beautiful thing. I need me a Beck and hopefully he comes with some land we can start our farm on lol Beautiful Ms. Tracy. 5 stars 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟

[Mia L Boone · Rating 5 out of 5]

Beck & Coll: A City Girl/Country Boy Romance

I simply love the Kingsley girls and the Strong boys. I wished I would have read this book when it first dropped.

Beck and Coll are too cute. I knew they were going to hit it off at first sight. Coll was scared to dream and move until her mom made the decision. She knew that she wanted Beck, but was too scared to believe it.

This is definitely a feel good story. I can't wait to get Perkins story.

[Rashonda · Rating 3 out of 5]

Enjoyable enough

Beck & Coll by Tracy Gray was a quick read with a beautiful setting and an interesting Black-owned resort storyline that honestly made me want to visit Jackson Falls myself. I really liked Beckham’s character and the outdoorsy atmosphere of the book, but overall it read a little too much like a Lifetime movie for me, and some of the story choices didn’t fully land. Still, it was enjoyable enough for me to give it 3 stars.

[Audrey Brown · Rating 4 out of 5]

This was a cute romance story. eben though I'm not an outdoorsy person, I enjoyed the descriptions and I could see myself trying something similar in the future. I liked both of the main characters and I enjoyed their playful banter with one another. The only thing I kind of disliked was the cringey part dealing with FMC's mom and her love interest. That's all I can say without giving away any spoilers. I enjoyed this author's writing style, so I will definitely read another book by her.

[Ruby · Rating 5 out of 5]

Beck and Coll!!

I truly enjoyed Beck and Collins' book. It gave a Hallmark vibe throughout the book, especially the fall festival and wilderness scenes. I also enjoyed the easy bond that formed between them. It was so natural and pure. This book had close-knit relationships, humor, and feel-good scenes. This book didn't disappoint so I highly recommend it.

[Renada Boddie · Rating 5 out of 5]

Beckham and Collins

Collins had to be the clumpiest person in the entire town. If Beckham said don’t she definitely did. This was such a sweet refreshing read. I enjoyed everything about this book. I would like to know more about the other sisters and Bayliss. This book is an example of life’s short and change is always necessary.

[T G · Rating 5 out of 5]

I love this book. 😍

This book is absolutely fantastic. Beckham and Collins love them together. While reading this book, I couldn't help but burst out laughing. Honey Collins is a trip 😆.
The banter between the two of them was so casual and natural. It was a pleasure reading your book 🥰.

[tanya · Rating 5 out of 5]

Sweet Romance

There was no unnecessary drama and angst, just plenty of romance and feel good situations. A good man and a good woman found each other, treated each other well, respected each other, fell in love and thats that. The world is crazy enough. Thank you Tracy Gray for providing a much needed escape.

[Author Jen Elle · Rating 5 out of 5]

So cute

I loved this so much. I loved the resort and wish it were a real place so I could go and bask in all there is to do. I loved the instant connection between the main charcters and loved the side characters too. I truly enjoyed this quick read.

[Nicole · Rating 5 out of 5]

So Good

I love men in this story. Strong, respectful, and protective with good looks! I love the women who are intelligent, sensitive, and strong! Black Love at it's finest!! I hope you revisit Jackson Falls and the other brothers!!! LOVED THIS BOOK!!!

[Dai Burton · Rating 4 out of 5]

I love a quick slow burn. I didn’t like that she was 36 and had to wait for her momma to make that obviously easy decision for her. Even if they didn’t workout that was the perfect place to start fresh.

[latrell kelly · Rating 5 out of 5]

😍😍😍😍😍😍

Collins stepped out of her comfort and not only explored another part of life but found her forever ! ! ! Beckham took one look at Collins and knew she was who he wanted ! ! !

[Tommie Maxwell · Rating 5 out of 5]

Clumsy to Love

What A wonderful love story. Collin a d Beckham were made Gor each other.
This couple had relationship jitters. I could not put this story down.
I loved the way you snuck in her mother's journey.

[Shamoya Radcliffe · Rating 3 out of 5]

This was cute, it was given kind of romcom, and I also love a small-town romance.

After her salon burns down, Collins Kingsley is kind of at a crossroads with where she wants to go from there. With the suggestion from her therapist, she decides to take a trip to Oregon to enjoy the outdoors. For the MMC Beckham, it was an instant attraction, he is the owner's son and the tour guide and so he made it a priority to make sure she enjoyed her time. The story was fast paced, and at one point when they got to the spicy scene, it felt like it just jumped into it with no warning and I even thought I missed something and went back a few times. Some of the scenes felt over dramatized; not sure if it was just the FMC's narration, but overall enjoyable.

[Patrice Latimore · Rating 5 out of 5]

Safe space to love

The love that displayed on these pages from Beck was perfect. Fast pace he falls first he protects always he offers her a safe place. She hides behind fear realizes it’s all for nothing and find the strength to love

[LaDonna B · Rating 5 out of 5]

🥰🥰🥰

Omg, this was so freaking cute!! They just came together so well. Mmhmm, that mama knew what she was doing all along lol.

[charlita allen · Rating 4 out of 5]

A nice sweet story. Good to see bw and bm within positive positions.

[Terry Young · Rating 4 out of 5]

lovely story

Loved the story and the family dynamic. I understand that is is hard to change because I am terrified of change but I’m glad the ladies followed their hearts.

[Princess Queen · Rating 5 out of 5]

Super cute Rom Com feels!
I didnt even consider black folks in Oregon outside of Portland.

I love Tracy Gray’s novels!

[Dawn Marie · Rating 3 out of 5]

Really cute quick read. Some spice but not explicit. This is a great palate cleanse when you're between books. I liked the characters and hope we get to see more of them in the future.

[Marcia · Rating 5 out of 5]

Beautiful

Collins and Beck were so cute together. I enjoyed how he came to her rescue Everytime, with no complaints. This was a good and quick read.