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Four friends made a promise to live one night like it was their last.
That night changed everything.
Ten years ago, Mila Ferguson left behind a devastating fire, a stolen kiss, and a shattered circle of friends in her hometown of Hart’s Landing. But when a crisis brings her back, Mila just wants to get in and get out, unscathed by her mother’s constant criticism and unseen by her former crush, Everett McKean.
Only...Everett is everywhere. The town’s attractive, beloved mayor has resisted settling down, but he’s never stopped wondering about Mila. Having her back in Hart’s Landing is the second chance he didn’t know he was waiting for--and he’s not about to waste it.
As Mila slowly opens her heart to Everett and begins to rebuild her fractured friendships, she wonders if coming home was exactly what she needed. But old wounds threaten to open again when questions emerge about what really happened the night Mila left. Who’s really responsible for the fire that destroyed the bakery? And will knowing the truth free Mila from the past, or ignite a blaze that burns down the future she’s trying to build?
People say you can never truly come home again, but sometimes coming home isn’t about where you’ve been. It’s about who you’re brave enough to become.
Sexy, heartfelt, and steeped in small-town charm, Hart’s Landing is a story of forgiveness, friendship, and finding the family who loves you no matter how far you wander.
That night changed everything.
Ten years ago, Mila Ferguson left behind a devastating fire, a stolen kiss, and a shattered circle of friends in her hometown of Hart’s Landing. But when a crisis brings her back, Mila just wants to get in and get out, unscathed by her mother’s constant criticism and unseen by her former crush, Everett McKean.
Only...Everett is everywhere. The town’s attractive, beloved mayor has resisted settling down, but he’s never stopped wondering about Mila. Having her back in Hart’s Landing is the second chance he didn’t know he was waiting for--and he’s not about to waste it.
As Mila slowly opens her heart to Everett and begins to rebuild her fractured friendships, she wonders if coming home was exactly what she needed. But old wounds threaten to open again when questions emerge about what really happened the night Mila left. Who’s really responsible for the fire that destroyed the bakery? And will knowing the truth free Mila from the past, or ignite a blaze that burns down the future she’s trying to build?
People say you can never truly come home again, but sometimes coming home isn’t about where you’ve been. It’s about who you’re brave enough to become.
Sexy, heartfelt, and steeped in small-town charm, Hart’s Landing is a story of forgiveness, friendship, and finding the family who loves you no matter how far you wander.
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Expected publication May 12, 2026
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✰ 3.5 stars ✰
As a people pleaser who carried a tremendous weight of guilt over That Night of unfortunate events a decade ago, 28yo Mila Ferguson's emotions were so very relatable. 🥺 Her desire for unconditional love, her sadness over the loss of her friendships, there was never anything dishonest about her feelings, which I liked, even when it came to rekindling the flames she felt for one of her best friend's older brother, Mayor of Hart's Landing Everett McKean, the thirty-year-old cherry farmer farmer, a college dropout with zero political experience, but who never truly forgot about her. 🍒
Everett was a dish - served to perfection. He was exactly what Mila needed - the sexy friend with benefits, the kind shoulder to lean on, the joy and comfort. He was so understanding of Mila's insecurities, doubts of her own talent as a freelance botanical illustrator, that he had me smitten on sight. Where can I find my own Everett, who loves and trusts so wholeheartedly? 😭 Who falls first, but never pushes and just gives you the space to breathe, without asking for anything in return, except are you okay? 🫠
“I want to respect you and ruin you at the same time.”
Since Mila charmed Everett by tying her cherry so very sexily, he saw only her. And their romance unfolded in a very sweet and earnest and wanting way. 💕💕 Like coming home to a love that had always been yours, but circumstances kept them apart. It was believable and affectionate and genuine, with sincerity and desire . Surely no two people have ever fit together so exquisitely. Everett was determined to show Mila that she was so very worthy of being loved - that he treated her so gently, but with such open longing. 🥰
The door is also wide open here, folks. Heat and greed. Hunger and demand whenever and wherever else these two can get their hands on each other. ❤️🔥❤️🔥 Y'know, making up for lost and stolen time. Everett was a man as good as he gave; Mila certainly had nothing to complain about. 🫦 And for all that she feels so inadequate about herself, he was the perfect man to show her how perfect she truly is. 🥹
“You’ve always been my missing piece, Freckles.”
The writing was refreshing, portraying Mila's six weeks taking care of her mother well-spent, in also helping both of them overcome their personal hurdles and face challenges and growth in a positive light. It was not quite repetitive, but at one point I did take a break, because I was feeling stressed and annoyed about a few things that dampened my overall appreciation. 😕 It's pretty cover was definitely what drew me to it; so I'm totally unfamiliar with the author's previous works.
I thought this would be a stand-alone; but the way the supporting cast was being portrayed, with certain hints suggesting that there was potential for future relationships to be explored, I found my attention distracted by those various interactions. 😮💨 I know, life is more than just the romance of two, but I would have liked it if there had been no possibility otherwise.
Maybe I'm reaching, or maybe this is how the author rolls with potential series introduced, but I just was not interested. 🤷🏻♀️ Also, as quirky as it was that captured the wholesome small town vibes of familiarity and camaraderie, I really wasn't a fan of the Landing Pad, interactive gossip chat group ie news gazette, that kept the community updated with all the latest gossip and news.
“For God’s sake, I was giving you a compliment, Mila. But I guess I can’t do anything right.”
Mila's mom, Eliza, really took an emotional toll on the story. Her self-deprecating comments directed towards Mila really were hurtful and painful, especially since she really showed no sign of ever changing her tune concerning her daughter, constantly playing the guilt trip to sway Mila's own choices. 😢 And aside from the many truths revealed concerning that fateful night ten years ago, Mila's breakthrough with her mother's own domineering control, if not failed expectations, was certainly a much-deserved highlight for me. 👌🏻
I cheered and agreed with how she braved each storm - through the tears and rejection - as a woman who finally found a heart and place with that someone could actually love me for me, who appreciated her with all his heart. 🫂 I know it's a long haul for the hurt to entirely go away, but the new beginnings and reformed friendships she found upon her return made up for the wounds that would slowly but surely heal. ❤️🩹❤️🩹
*Thank you to Edelweiss for a DRC in exchange for an honest review.
“He kisses me, and it’s sweet and romantic. It’s hopes and dreams and promises.”
As a people pleaser who carried a tremendous weight of guilt over That Night of unfortunate events a decade ago, 28yo Mila Ferguson's emotions were so very relatable. 🥺 Her desire for unconditional love, her sadness over the loss of her friendships, there was never anything dishonest about her feelings, which I liked, even when it came to rekindling the flames she felt for one of her best friend's older brother, Mayor of Hart's Landing Everett McKean, the thirty-year-old cherry farmer farmer, a college dropout with zero political experience, but who never truly forgot about her. 🍒
Everett was a dish - served to perfection. He was exactly what Mila needed - the sexy friend with benefits, the kind shoulder to lean on, the joy and comfort. He was so understanding of Mila's insecurities, doubts of her own talent as a freelance botanical illustrator, that he had me smitten on sight. Where can I find my own Everett, who loves and trusts so wholeheartedly? 😭 Who falls first, but never pushes and just gives you the space to breathe, without asking for anything in return, except are you okay? 🫠
“I want to respect you and ruin you at the same time.”
Since Mila charmed Everett by tying her cherry so very sexily, he saw only her. And their romance unfolded in a very sweet and earnest and wanting way. 💕💕 Like coming home to a love that had always been yours, but circumstances kept them apart. It was believable and affectionate and genuine, with sincerity and desire . Surely no two people have ever fit together so exquisitely. Everett was determined to show Mila that she was so very worthy of being loved - that he treated her so gently, but with such open longing. 🥰
The door is also wide open here, folks. Heat and greed. Hunger and demand whenever and wherever else these two can get their hands on each other. ❤️🔥❤️🔥 Y'know, making up for lost and stolen time. Everett was a man as good as he gave; Mila certainly had nothing to complain about. 🫦 And for all that she feels so inadequate about herself, he was the perfect man to show her how perfect she truly is. 🥹
“You’ve always been my missing piece, Freckles.”
The writing was refreshing, portraying Mila's six weeks taking care of her mother well-spent, in also helping both of them overcome their personal hurdles and face challenges and growth in a positive light. It was not quite repetitive, but at one point I did take a break, because I was feeling stressed and annoyed about a few things that dampened my overall appreciation. 😕 It's pretty cover was definitely what drew me to it; so I'm totally unfamiliar with the author's previous works.
I thought this would be a stand-alone; but the way the supporting cast was being portrayed, with certain hints suggesting that there was potential for future relationships to be explored, I found my attention distracted by those various interactions. 😮💨 I know, life is more than just the romance of two, but I would have liked it if there had been no possibility otherwise.
Maybe I'm reaching, or maybe this is how the author rolls with potential series introduced, but I just was not interested. 🤷🏻♀️ Also, as quirky as it was that captured the wholesome small town vibes of familiarity and camaraderie, I really wasn't a fan of the Landing Pad, interactive gossip chat group ie news gazette, that kept the community updated with all the latest gossip and news.
“For God’s sake, I was giving you a compliment, Mila. But I guess I can’t do anything right.”
Mila's mom, Eliza, really took an emotional toll on the story. Her self-deprecating comments directed towards Mila really were hurtful and painful, especially since she really showed no sign of ever changing her tune concerning her daughter, constantly playing the guilt trip to sway Mila's own choices. 😢 And aside from the many truths revealed concerning that fateful night ten years ago, Mila's breakthrough with her mother's own domineering control, if not failed expectations, was certainly a much-deserved highlight for me. 👌🏻
I cheered and agreed with how she braved each storm - through the tears and rejection - as a woman who finally found a heart and place with that someone could actually love me for me, who appreciated her with all his heart. 🫂 I know it's a long haul for the hurt to entirely go away, but the new beginnings and reformed friendships she found upon her return made up for the wounds that would slowly but surely heal. ❤️🩹❤️🩹
*Thank you to Edelweiss for a DRC in exchange for an honest review.
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December 4, 2025ahhh this was so good. when he falls first but is all like take your time. SWOON
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October 10, 2025
Hart’s Landing completely stole my heart from the very first chapter. Melanie Harlow has such a beautiful way of blending emotion, small-town charm, and genuine romance that you can’t help but get pulled into the story. The characters felt real, their chemistry was undeniable, and the emotional depth kept me turning the pages long after I should’ve gone to bed.
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