Night Rider

Hunt Ranch #1

by Sloane Fletcher

A hundred reasons to run. A cowboy to make her stay…
Hollywood starlet Nina Keller is searching for an escape. Arriving at Hunt Ranch after a terrifying assault, she only wants one thing: to rediscover who she is.

Maverick Hunt was never a part of that plan. But with his kind heart and unwavering patience, Nina can’t help but feel safe around the strong – and undeniably handsome – cowboy. And that is worth more than he could ever know.

Enchanted by ranch life with Maverick and his young daughter, Poppy, Nina begins to imagine a future for herself in the country – in seeking an escape, she may have instead found a home.

But that dream is threatened when Nina’s past catches up with her. And when an unlikely predator strikes, she and Maverick must make a choice: to let each other go or face the world together.

Genres: Romance, Westerns, Cowboy Romance, Small Town Romance, Found Family, Contemporary Romance, Romantic Suspense

384 pages, Paperback

Published January 29, 2026

About the author

Sloane is a (self-proclaimed) novice film critic, a middling yogi, and a pro smut enthusiast. She loves writing damaged heroes and heroines and isn’t above exploring topics that make you uncomfortable—but always with a happy ever after. Sloane lives with her husband, two dogs, and sixty-three houseplants in California’s Central Valley. When she’s not writing, she can be found day drinking with her friends, crying to sad songs by no-name artists on YouTube, and Googling the disturbing factoids she hears on true crime shows.

Reviews

[Emily · Rating 4 out of 5]

Cowboy romance x Suspense book sign me up! I loved this so much and I can’t wait to read more of the authors books

[Derrian Whetton · Rating 5 out of 5]

My heart is so full after finishing Night Rider. What a beautiful story of overcoming trauma, heartbreak, grief, and PTSD. I’m fully in awe of Nina and her resilience, Mav with his patience and with Sloane for putting together the most beautiful story. Thank you, thank you, thank you for the opportunity to early read this book. It’s one that will stick with me for a while!

[Bree · Rating 5 out of 5]

Looking for the perfect cowboy… I found him!!

Maverick is the ultimate green flag, he’s patient, thoughtful, and the kind of man who gives you butterflies with how sweet he is… all while being a rugged & tough cowboy. Oh, and did I mention he’s a single dad who owns a luxury ranch? Sign. Me. Up.

This story follows Nina and Maverick. Nina is an actress working through fresh trauma and heads to Maverick’s ranch to run/heal. Their love story is so heartfelt and genuine. It is full of soft tender moments that made me melt and some hard painful moments. Nina’s story is a powerful healing journey. I loved watching her grow!

There’s some suspense, but it’s mainly about the emotional aftermath of SA. Sloane handled it with such care and sensitivity but didn’t shy around how ugly it can be! Definitely check triggers.

Also, I need to shout out Markus because everyone deserves a best friend like him. Honestly, all the side characters were amazing!

“Run” by George Strait. IYKYK 🥹
I loved how this song was incorporated.

Stars: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️.5
Spice: 🌶️🌶️.5

[Lacey May · Rating 4 out of 5]

Night rider is a moody, emotional cowboy romance that pulls you in with its calm setting and brooding lead. Sloane Fletcher captures the quiet intensity of ranch life beautifully, pairing it with strong chemistry and heartfelt character growth. I loved the balance between grit and vulnerability, and the romance felt both slow-burning and deeply satisfying. A great pick for readers who love western romance with emotional depth

[Angie · Rating 4 out of 5]

Sloane crafts a captivating blend of emotional trauma, healing, spicy romance, and suspense in this passion-filled cowboy tale. Famous actress Nina is recovering from a devastating assault and seeks refuge at a luxury ranch where she meets Maverick—a rugged, heart-of-gold cowboy and the ideal single father. Scarred by his own trauma of love lost, Maverick’s trust in women is as rocky as a dry riverbed. Yet, despite his reservations, he’s drawn to Nina—her connection with the horses, and even more so, her way with his daughter. Soon, their chemistry sparks and crackles under the country night sky.

I loved the perfect mix of thrilling suspense and unexpected humor, thanks to Nina’s funny and fabulously witty best friend, who brings some much-needed levity to the emotional rollercoaster. The romance between Nina and Maverick is sizzling hot—Maverick is the kind of cowboy you dream about: strong enough to lift you with one hand, protective, and undeniably sexy (light eyes, dark hair, anyone?). I will say, for someone with trust issues, he sure fell hard and fast for our vulnerable lady ;) The sexual tension between them builds up beautifully, mixed with the emotional weight of their pasts and the challenges they face together, making this an unforgettable ride with a handsome night rider. The ranch setting, with its wide-open skies and rugged charm, provides the perfect backdrop to their heated connection, making it the kind of sexy, heartwarming story you can’t put down. Maverick’s deep passion for the horses and his way of life truly tugged at my heartstrings.

Thank you Sloane for the ARC. <333Cannot wait for the next installment!

[Ashley · Rating 5 out of 5]

Sloane Fletcher took my heart on a wild, emotional ride with Night Rider. This book is the perfect mix of high-stakes danger, heart-aching fear, and swoon-worthy cowboy romance. From the first page, I was completely invested in Nina’s journey—her pain, her resilience, and her fight to survive had me on edge the entire time. And Maverick? Be still my heart. The way he instantly steps in to protect Nina, no hesitation, no second-guessing—just pure, instinctual devotion—had me swooning from the start.

But what truly made this book unforgettable was the Hunt family. Their love, loyalty, and unwavering support wrapped around Nina like the kind of warmth she never knew she needed. Watching her slowly let down her walls, learning to trust again after everything she’s been through, was absolutely beautiful. The emotional depth in this story hit hard in the best way, proving that love, whether romantic or found in family, has the power to heal even the deepest wounds — both emotional and physical.

Night Rider isn’t just a romance—it’s a story of survival, trust, and learning to love after life has broken you. With its rugged cowboy charm, heart-pounding suspense, and deeply emotional core, this book is one that lingers long after the last page. I adored every second of it!

Thank you so much for an early advanced reader copy!

[Amber Dickmann · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great, sweet story. I think we all want a Mav in our lives! 🥰 yes please!!!! Thanks for the opportunity to ARC this book!

[cad · Rating 4 out of 5]

⭐⭐⭐⭐ 4 out of 5 | 🌶️ 3 out of 5



Nina is a Hollywood actress who shows up at a ranch completely broken after a terrifying assault. She's not looking for love. She's not looking for a cowboy. She just wants to figure out who she is. Then she meets Maverick and all those plans go right out the barn door.

This man is patient, steady, and so gentle with Nina without ever making her feel fragile. He just shows up, every single time. And his daughter Poppy? Absolute scene stealer. Every interaction between her and Nina had me melting. The slow burn works because Nina is healing from real trauma and Sloane Fletcher handles that with so much care. Nothing felt rushed. It builds through quiet ranch moments, time with the horses, and the kind of trust that only comes from someone who is consistently there.

The second half shifts into more of a suspense lane when Nina's past catches up, and honestly, I was locked in. The tension ramps up and it gives the story a whole different energy that kept me turning pages. If you love cowboy romance with real heart and a hero who would wait forever for you to be ready, this one's for you.

Vibes we are tracking:

🤠 Soft cowboy who makes you feel safe just existing
🐴 Healing through horses and ranch life
👧 Poppy the scene-stealing daughter
🌅 Quiet slow burn that sneaks up on you
💔 Trauma handled with real care
🎬 Hollywood meets small town
🏠 Found Family

Thank you to Sloan Fletcher for the arc.

[Carys Oldall · Rating 3 out of 5]

3.5 ⭐️ There were so many things I loved about this book, but I went into this with the expectation it was a light cowboy romance, when actually it explores much darker themes of sexual assault, violence, loss of a child as well as some tricky parental relationships. With that in mind, and after discussing with other readers, I think this is more of a romantic suspense.

That being said, I think the subjects were navigated really well. This is a romance with a lot of depth, recovery and an ongoing journey of trust between our FMC and MMC. Both Nina and Maverick were really likeable, I really felt their butterflies throughout the first 40% of the book. That tapered off a bit in the last 25% as I just kept searching for justice and answers.

A real highlight for me in this book is the relationship between Markus and Sierra. They brought some much needed light to the story with some real laugh out loud moments, and who can forget the wonderful poppy.

A really solid romantic suspense story, which has set up book 2 of the interconnected series really nicely but please do check your trigger / content warnings before reading.

[Andrea]

I liked the premise of the book and a cowboy romance is always a good time. While I didn’t expect it to be in 3rd person POV, as I am used to contemporary romances being in first person, I quickly came to like how we got both POVs within each chapter/at the same time. I also became very intrigued by Sierra and Benji’s story and, while I read Night Rider until 33%, I imagine the next book will be about them. This book, however, is unfortunately a DNF for me. I didn’t feel very invested in the story and I thought that everything happened way too quickly. I think the prologue should have been extended slightly, perhaps so that we got to know more about Nina, before moving to the present day where she’s going to the ranch and meeting Maverick. I think they meet too quickly in the story and their “tension”/connection comes out of left field. They only knew each other for 3 days (or that’s what I gathered from what I read), and they ended up kissing without any preamble. It just felt too insta-lust/love without them knowing the other for a sufficient time. Mav tells Nina she is the strongest person he knows while only knowing her for 3 days. It didn’t feel realistic to me, so I had a hard time connecting to the story. If things moved more slowly, I think I would have liked Mav, Nina and Poppy’s characters.

[Ryana Horton · Rating 5 out of 5]

MAVERICK. my god. WHAT. A. MAN. i stayed up all night to read this and my god was it worth it. honestly every character in this book, aside from he-who-shall-not-be-name, was fantastic and i loved them. i can't wait for benji, i just know it's gonna be good.

what i really enjoyed about this book is that nina stood on her own. she was supported, sure, but nobody did the hard work for her. i love a book with a fmc in peril but i don't necessarily want the fmc to play the white knight that takes over and does it all. and sloane really let nina grow and show her strength.

sloane, kudos to you. this was an ULTIMATE 5 star read. thank you for the ARC, i'll be thinking of this book for a while.

what's inside:
-romantic suspense/drama
-cowboy mmc x actress fmc
-single dad
-found family
-luxury dude ranch setting

cw/tw:
-depictions of a single sexual assault (min-mod detail in prologue, can be skipped without hindering the story)
-reference to sexual assault, rape and grievous bodily harm
-descriptive sexual content

[Madison_renee2415 · Rating 5 out of 5]

Make sure you check your triggers before reading!

Nina is at the top of her acting career when she is attacked and goes into hiding at Hunt Ranch to heal. Maverick is the co-owner of Hunt Ranch who tries to help Nina in any way he can, while trying to not fall for her. 
I loved Poppy! She is such a cutie and she made me laugh so much (Maverick's daughter).
I loved how Maverick was slowly helping Nina as she tried to find herself at the Ranch by taking her mind off of everything while she helped take care of the rescue horse. Maverick has such a big heart and loves to help people and horses.
I don't want to give too much away, I am no spoiler. I am a sucker for Single daddy's!!!!!
This was really a good book.

[Ellen (elmreadsbooks) · Rating 4 out of 5]

This was an enjoyable read and a genuinely interesting twist on a cowboy romance, I wasn't expecting it to have so much depth honestly. From the cover I got fluffy cowboy romance vibes but this felt like more of a romantic thriller in a lot of ways and I really enjoyed the genre mix. At its core, Night Rider is a healing romance wrapped up in the in ranch life bow but it has a dark undertone.

This book deals with some heavy topics including SA, difficult parental relationships, and child loss. I’d strongly recommend checking content warnings before going in, I had and I’m really glad I did because yikes.

Nina, the FMC, is dealing with the aftermath of a traumatic assault at the very start of the book, and the story is largely about her trying to process that trauma and figure out who she is outside of the life she’s been running from. That emotional through line kept me hooked when the romance started to feel a little generic, I just really wanted to know what happened and how it would all unfold.

Maverick (MMC) is our cookie cutter hottie, total green flag, grumpy and mysterious, adorable and great with kids etc. I’ll be honest the name Maverick (and the nickname “Mav”) did absolutely nothing for me 🫣 but that’s 100% personal preference and I just started reading it as Max instead haha. As a character though he’s incredibly conscious of Nina’s boundaries and consent, which I loved. The way consent is handled throughout this book is genuinely one of its strongest points. Soft, careful, respectful after everything she'd been through and honestly, very hot because of it. Consent is sexy!! There’s a small moment at a BBQ where they’re just sitting together and their thighs touch, and it captures that early relationship butterflies feeling perfectly, it was so cute and I think that was my fave part of the whole book tbh.

Overall I'd say its a solid twist on a cowboy romance and i'd recommend it!

Social review posts to follow.

[Ciara Reads · Rating 3 out of 5]

Night rider is a cowboy romance with a serious side. While it has the cosy setting, gorgeous cowboys and found family that the cover leads you to expect, it also doesn’t shy away from trauma and exploring the aftermath of sexual assault in detail.

The characters were wonderful. It was so easy to sympathise with Nina and I enjoyed her connection with Maverick. Poppy was a really well written child character and Markus was very likeable and so much fun. The found family was a highlight of the book for me. I adored the luxury ranch setting setting and the time spent with the horses in the first half.

I had some issues with the pacing and really struggled with the third person narration at the beginning. I was eventually able to look past it but I would have preferred to read this story in the first person.

While I do recommend picking up this book, don’t go into it purely for the romance which is well done, but is more or less resolved by the half way mark. The latter half predominantly focuses on Nina working through her trauma and demanding justice for her assault. I feel like I might have enjoyed this more if I’d known what I was getting into from the beginning and hadn’t picked it up when I was in the mood for a lighter romance read.

[Melissa · Rating 5 out of 5]

A hundred reasons to run.
A cowboy to make her stay.

That's actually the perfect description of this book.

Also if you know me I love a good cowboy, and let me tell you Mav was top notch!

In this dual POV we follow Nina - a famous actress - who tries to hide from her real life after being attacked in her own home. She decides that the Hunt ranch would be the best place to do that.

The Hunt ranch is a ranch and a resort in one. Maverick takes care of the ranch part, but also shows guests around and takes them one horse riding trips.

He is a single dad with the cutest sunshine daughter Poppy. Poppy's mom a famous model was not ready to be a mom and left them very short after giving birth.

Mav pretty much only watches Barbie with his daughter and has no clue about how famous Nina is. And he just treats her the way he sees her. A woman who is scared and hurt.

He is the master of saying the right things and Nina starts to trust him fast. When they figure out that Nina has been sleeping in the bath tub because that's the only room with a lock, he proposes the idea of her moving into his house that he shares with his sister and daughter.

Well we all know how this one house situation will end ;)

What I really loved about the story is that the character feel very real and 3 dimensional. They have real life problems and it's very easy to imagine their current situations. So yea it's not just all fluffy rainbows and sunshine feelgood. It's raw and emotional, and obviously every man should take an example of Mav!

[Isabel · Rating 5 out of 5]

4.5 stars

I honestly LOVED everything about this. The mystery plot line, the romance (though be warned that it's a bit insta lovey but trust that it works!), the main characters and their family and friends. And this is something to note here because I don't think I've seen this in a long time, if ever in any romance novel, that "side" characters get their own narrative perspective and moments with each other/independently from the main characters, and that is just chef's kiss. So so so well done!!!

Maverick and Nina are just such mature characters that are each dealing with their own shit but they communicate and match each other so well it's insane. I liked how each of them had some form of support system to fall back on when things got tough.

Overall, this book is so well written—I have no notes. Such a beautiful, important (love) story to tell, and it made me yearn for summers on a ranch, surrounded by horses and mountain peaks and pink painted skies, in a way that I never have before. Naturally, I cannot wait for the second book in this series.

[Victoria · Rating 3 out of 5]

This is not your typical light, fluffy, smut-filled cowboy romance. As someone who usually gravitates toward the steamier, more indulgent side of romance, this felt like a completely different ride and it was truly refreshing.

This story is darker. Heavier. It carries real emotional weight. The themes aren’t easy, and I’d definitely recommend checking the trigger warnings before diving in because it tackles some serious, painful issues. But that depth is exactly what made it so powerful. It doesn’t romanticize trauma or gloss over the hard parts — it sits with them. It makes you feel them.

I’m genuinely so impressed by how different this felt from my usual reads, and I already cannot wait to pick up the next book.

If you’re looking for a cowboy romance with grit, heart, and emotional depth — this one is absolutely worth the ride.

[Aubree · Rating 5 out of 5]

For my first ARC review, it was spectacular. I’ve never read anything of Sloane Fletchers, but she provided an amazing and considerate view on Sexual Assault and the reality of SA survivors trying to navigate life after.
Every character played such an important part of the story and the development of found family. She made us fall in love with Maverick as a brooding, sexy cowboy, singer and single father. I loved his understanding for the space that Nina needed to recover and for wanting to keep him and his daughter safe from the ramifications of seeking justice for her abuser. The other character that deserves mentioning is Marcus, the best friend that everyone wants and deserves in their life.
In the acknowledgements, Fletcher says how if you’re reading this book you’re probably a woman who has been trained to be weary and careful in this world. We understand and we sympathize with these victims and survivors. It’s not an easy topic to read about, but Sloane did a fantastic job of bringing us along Nina’s journey of recovery and discovering love both romantically and in friendship. I can’t wait to read about Sierra and Benji’s story next.

[Miranda Black · Rating 5 out of 5]

4.5 ⭐️ I loved this book! You couldn’t help but fall in love with Nina and Maverick! I will think of this story every time I hear the song Run by George Strait! I am a sucker for a good cowboy romance and this certainly delivered! Maverick was such a gentleman! I loved how patient he was with Nina given all that she had been through! I also loved how Nina always put Poppy first!

Thank you Sloane Fletcher for the opportunity to read an ARC copy!

[Becky Parker · Rating 5 out of 5]

This was fantastic.

The strength that Nina showed throughout the book was admirable. Nina suffered a horrific attack and even though she was terrified she kept trying to live her life as normal.

Maverick helped Nina as much as he could without smothering her. He gave her the strength she needed to push through but also the space she needed as well.

This book was beautiful and emotional. I was completely hooked throughout.

[Jodie Sprules · Rating 5 out of 5]

I randomly picked up this book because the cover was cute lol, but it was soooo good! The writing was really fast-paced and had me hooked the whole time. There was also way more to it than just a love story, and the ending genuinely surprised me. It was way more emotional than I expected for a cowboy romance too. I can’t wait to read the next one! 🤠

[Christina · Rating 4 out of 5]

I want to preface this by saying I’m not usually one to enjoy a 3rd person POV but Sloane knocked it out of the park with this one! It is also the first time I’ve read a book by her and it’s hard to find new authors that you and enjoy and I now I found another one to add to my list!

Nina Keller is a famous actress and one night she is assaulted in her home. She needs to get away from LA and goes to Hunt Ranch to recuperate from her injuries and get over her fear and anxiety due to the attack. Nina is fragile at this time and every little thing is tough for her to handle. Enter Maverick Hunt who is one of the owners of the each alongside his sister Sierra. The hot AF cowboy is a single dad to Poppy and has a gentle heart and he sees what Nina is going through. Nina is scared and Maverick helps her heal by showing her how life on a ranch works and Nina grows accustom to it and it helps her in ways she couldn’t even imagine.

Nina and Maverick form a strong bond and despite not knowing each other long they fall in love and it’s a beautiful story. It has romantic suspense, drama and everything else in between. Such a great story! I can’t wait for the next book!

[Bree Dodge · Rating 5 out of 5]

I don't think I will ever listen to George Strait's "Run" again without thinking about this book. I finished reading it 4 days ago and I still think about it multiple times a day. The characters were AMAZING. Maverick may be one of my favorite book boyfriends of all time. Marcus was one of my favorite characters in the book too! Everything about this book was perfect... character building, plot, romance, everything. If I could give it more than 5 stars I would!!

[Lauren Molyneux · Rating 5 out of 5]

I fell in love with this from the first chapter, and I think I knew this was going to be 5 stars when the author actually humanised the MMC's ex, instead of just having her be the "villain". I'm looking forward to being absolutely destroyed by the next book.

[❤️Tina❤️ · Rating 5 out of 5]

4.5⭐️

I love a cowboy romance and this one gave me everything I love but it also delves into some hard hitting topics and had me getting emotional.

Nina is an actress and after a traumatic event, she flees Hollywood and arrives at the ranch, hoping to hide and recuperate. She finds herself drawn to the handsome dimpled cowboy Ranch owner Maverick.

Maverick is juggling running a ranch with being a single dad but finds himself mesmerised the first time he seems Nina Keller, despite the sadness he can see behind her beautiful eyes.

I adored Maverick, he has the patience of a saint and is so understanding with Nina. Despite closing herself off, Nina can't help but open up to Mav.

‘𝗜 𝘄𝗮𝗻𝘁 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝘁𝗼 𝗹𝗼𝘃𝗲 𝗺𝗲 𝘀𝗼 𝗵𝗮𝗿𝗱 𝘁𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗜 𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗴𝗲𝘁 𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘆𝘁𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗲𝗹𝘀𝗲, 𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗻 𝗺𝗼𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗮𝗿𝗶𝗹𝘆.’

This story is beautiful and heartbreaking. It deals with grief, PTSD and trauma. Sloane wrote the characters so well, you can't help but fall in love with them.

The only thing I would have liked was a bit more closure at the end, I wanted to know the karma that had come around for those that deserved it!

I am looking forward to Sierra and Benji's story, even though I know it's going to rip my heart out!

Thank you so much to HQ for the copy for my honest review 🫶

[Jayme · Rating 5 out of 5]

I absolutely devoured this book. This story was so addicting. The amount of love and awe I have for Nina! It's filled with trauma and healing and the way Nina and Maverick have this magnetic pull towards each other! You can't help but to fall in love with each character in this book. The raw feelings you get while reading this made this book more special.

[Leanne · Rating 5 out of 5]

wow this was such an emotional, heartfelt book. The resilience and determination of the heroine was inspiring and Mav *sigh* all heroes should be like him. Such a green flag 🥺

one thing that really stood out is the third person pov. It really gave the book such a nostalgic edge, I've missed having third person in romance books!

full review later when my head is not spinning but overall loved loved loved it and highly recommend

but please do read the trigger warnings because this was hard to read in places ❤️

many thanks to the publishers @hqstories for the early copy!

[Luce · Rating 5 out of 5]

Don't you just love when you're reading a book and you know it's a five-star read. It did take me a good 100 pages to get into the story but once I was hooked, I could not put this book down.

Night Rider features some heavy topics - sexual assault, PTSD and grief - but Sloane Fletcher handles it with the sensitivity it requires. Nina's journey felt so realistic and authentic, I couldn't help but adore her.

There is a touch of mystery, although this is resolved fairly quickly, that I really liked. But it was the character development that really had me hooked. Maverick and Nina were so beautifully written, and I loved watching them develop and grow together. The sexual tension between them was perfect and I'm so intrigued by Benji & Sierra's (Mav's best friend and sister) story as well now. Sloane has set their story up brilliantly and I know it's going to hurt me just as much.

This is definitely a book that I won't forget about any time soon.

I received an advanced copy for free through NetGalley, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.

[Maddie Jane · Rating 5 out of 5]

*** another update ***
I’m glad to see this books release was pushed back and will be released with a non AI cover. I hope Author Sloane understands the impact and hurt AI causes small businesses, creators, and even us fans as well. I changed the rating back to what it was originally before the use of AI was known as I believe this book and the writing she put behind it is owed that. I will not change the review as it shows growth.

*** Update ***
It has come to light that the cover was created using generative AI, I am fully against the use of AI when there are so many options an author can use. This is super disheartening as I truly loved this book and the characters. However, I can’t fathom defending AI and its use in this case and the on going double downing where the author doesn’t take the criticism, asking for reviews to be deleted.

It’s very well known in the bookish community that we are very against AI. There are plenty of artists that can be commissioned to create characters art and covers.

*****

⭐️ ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
🌶️🌶️

Woaaaah. My heart cannot take this.

I received an ARC copy of this title and let me tell you, it did not disappoint. Mav and Nina are so perfect. How can you not love a rugged cowboy MMC and a drop dead gorgeous actress FMC.

Nina is so relatable from her childhood background and the reason she goes to Hunt Ranch to get away. I’m so happy for the HEA! And POPPY, she’s so adorable the entire time!

If you love a good fast pace, romantic suspense/drama centered around a Hollywood actress and a single cowboy dad. This is the book for you.

[Dee · Rating 4 out of 5]

4⭐️

Night rider

Thank you so much to Net Galley for this book, I thoroughly enjoyed it! If you like romantic suspense and cowboys then this is for you.
Nina is a famous actress who has been assaulted and runs to a high end ranch resort to escape and reset.
There she meets the most gorgeous sweet cowboy ever.. sigh.. Maverick you’re gorgeous!
He teaches her how to ride and can see how traumatized she is, there’s even a gorgeous Palomino horse that she names Barbie.. I mean come on, that’s perfect!
I loved the first half of the book with the beautiful ranch setting, her healing with the horses and Maverick and with her best friend Markus, LOVE him!
The second half focuses on her trauma and steps she takes to get her life back. I enjoyed the second half too, couldn’t put the book down but I wish we had more of the horses and ranch life sprinkled throughout the second half, especially since she had a bond with Barbie and I would have liked to see more of that where they heal together.
The writing is amazing it just pulls you in and I might have to get a paper copy when it’s out.
It could have been shorter since it was a bit repetitive but honestly it was so good that it didn’t bother me too much.
Overall I loved the book, and Mavericks daughter Poppy was a cutie.
If you like Catherine Cowles books I think you will love this! Can’t wait to see what this wonderful author releases next.