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Under the Crimson Sky: Hawthorne Ranch Series
Summer Montgomery never imagined starting over would lead her to the quiet town of Lander, Wyoming. After walking away from her cheating ex-husband, she’s determined to build a new life for herself and her daughter, Mia, one built on strength, independence, and the warmth of the little coffee shop she now calls her own. Love? That’s the one thing she’s sworn off for good.
Captain Ethan Hawthorne, steady, loyal, and every inch the hero the town believes him to be, can’t help being drawn to the curvy, guarded woman who brews the best coffee in Wyoming. Breaking through Summer’s walls won’t be easy, especially when her past refuses to let her go.
When a devastating fire destroys Summer’s home, she and Mia find themselves with nowhere to turn… until the Hawthorne family opens the doors of their ranch. Just as Summer begins to feel safe again, the past she tried so hard to escape creeps back into her life, threatening everything she’s worked for. She soon realizes the biggest fight of her new beginning may still lie ahead.
Captain Ethan Hawthorne, steady, loyal, and every inch the hero the town believes him to be, can’t help being drawn to the curvy, guarded woman who brews the best coffee in Wyoming. Breaking through Summer’s walls won’t be easy, especially when her past refuses to let her go.
When a devastating fire destroys Summer’s home, she and Mia find themselves with nowhere to turn… until the Hawthorne family opens the doors of their ranch. Just as Summer begins to feel safe again, the past she tried so hard to escape creeps back into her life, threatening everything she’s worked for. She soon realizes the biggest fight of her new beginning may still lie ahead.
528 pages, Kindle Edition
Published December 7, 2025
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December 24, 2025
If in Asher's book, they don't mention that child is not his, I hate everything. HOW IS IT POSSIBLE? I WANT HIM TO SUFFER FOR GRACE. I WANT GRACE TO FIND LOVE IN SOMEONE ELSE. HOW IS IT POSSIBLE THAT THE MAN WHO I KNOW LOVES HER MARRIES AND IMPREGNATES ANOTHER WOMAN. I'M ANGRY. FURIOUS.
Now, about Summer and Ethan.
I like the trope of the single mother and the man who fights for her. I liked that they fought for their daughter, but I still prefer the first book.
Now, about Summer and Ethan.
I like the trope of the single mother and the man who fights for her. I liked that they fought for their daughter, but I still prefer the first book.
January 2, 2026
OMG this book is so good. I’m just in love with the series and I’m sad that I have to wait for more books to be ready! Hopefully it’s not a long process for the next family members to appear!
I’m really hoping for Asher and Grace when it’s her turn to have a love story!
I’m really hoping for Asher and Grace when it’s her turn to have a love story!
December 7, 2025
I loved this book, from start to finish I couldn’t put it down.
The writing style is perfect and so easy to read. I can picture it all so vividly and I am in love with this family, I can’t wait to read more about them.
I was worried the shorter chapters would feel a little abrupt and move on to quickly to the next thing but it really doesn’t. It flows so well and if anything keeps you engaged and eager for what comes next.
It’s such a cosy, feel good story, I love a cowboy book so I’m loving those little elements and I love that it isn’t cheesy, I often picture myself and how I’d react and some of the things authors have these men say makes me cringe but I find myself smiling and laughing along with the characters. The story feels relatable and realistic and enjoyable all round read.
You aren’t getting spice in this read, and I do enjoy a spicy book but the way it’s written, the suggestion, and the build up was enough I didn’t feel I needed it or missed it.
What a rollercoaster, I am so invested, I’ve laughed and cried and everything in between. I got lost in this world and loved every second.
The writing style is perfect and so easy to read. I can picture it all so vividly and I am in love with this family, I can’t wait to read more about them.
I was worried the shorter chapters would feel a little abrupt and move on to quickly to the next thing but it really doesn’t. It flows so well and if anything keeps you engaged and eager for what comes next.
It’s such a cosy, feel good story, I love a cowboy book so I’m loving those little elements and I love that it isn’t cheesy, I often picture myself and how I’d react and some of the things authors have these men say makes me cringe but I find myself smiling and laughing along with the characters. The story feels relatable and realistic and enjoyable all round read.
You aren’t getting spice in this read, and I do enjoy a spicy book but the way it’s written, the suggestion, and the build up was enough I didn’t feel I needed it or missed it.
What a rollercoaster, I am so invested, I’ve laughed and cried and everything in between. I got lost in this world and loved every second.
December 16, 2025
omg what fantastic read
I am in love with EFAN!!!! (mia speak lol).
my heart just exploded at the cuteness of this story, I even CRIED!!!!!! when mia was in the hospital with ethan asking him to be her daddy so she can tell all her friends 💔❤️.
I just loved it in the courtroom the whole town came through for summer and mia.
and the incident in the courtroom after omg my world fell out my arse, I was on the edge of my seat I spoke to my book Out loud like I was crazy person.
this series is going to have my heart and soul I can feel it bring on book 3 dexter's story next.
I am in love with EFAN!!!! (mia speak lol).
my heart just exploded at the cuteness of this story, I even CRIED!!!!!! when mia was in the hospital with ethan asking him to be her daddy so she can tell all her friends 💔❤️.
I just loved it in the courtroom the whole town came through for summer and mia.
and the incident in the courtroom after omg my world fell out my arse, I was on the edge of my seat I spoke to my book Out loud like I was crazy person.
this series is going to have my heart and soul I can feel it bring on book 3 dexter's story next.
December 10, 2025
Absolutely LOVED this book! I got lost in the story. It makes you want to keep knowing more. The characters are great, the story is great and it's such an emotional rollercoaster. I personally found it relatable and it was easy for me to connect with the characters.
Keely is definitely one to watch. The character building and world building is amazing and not thrown in your face. The best moments are so descriptive. Loved her style of writing
Cant wait for the next books!
Keely is definitely one to watch. The character building and world building is amazing and not thrown in your face. The best moments are so descriptive. Loved her style of writing
Cant wait for the next books!
December 13, 2025
i love this book! but I have to be honest, I was so looking forward the story between Gracie and Asher, but now he is married and has a kid? 😔 I was hoping he would fight to be with her. She deserves better
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December 15, 2025
Ethan x summer ❤️❤️
Just when I thought nothing could top the first book, this one was perfection! I loved Ethan and summers story, there was moments I held my breathe. I can’t wait for the next book
Just when I thought nothing could top the first book, this one was perfection! I loved Ethan and summers story, there was moments I held my breathe. I can’t wait for the next book
December 16, 2025
I love this series so much. I hope that all the siblings get a book. Can’t wait to read Dex and Lexi’s story. This got me out of a reading slump. Love the writing style. My favorite character was Mia. She is so adorable.
January 14, 2026
I truly couldn’t put this book down. The story completely swept me away and wouldn’t let go. Page after page, I kept reading, captivated by the atmosphere and the emotions. I found it a beautiful book that will stay with me for a long time.
January 17, 2026
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
I wish I could give this more than 5 stars 🥹💕
Book two delivered ALL the feels, unforgettable characters, and twists that had me hooked from page one. One of my new favorite authors—can’t wait for what’s next! 📚✨
ETHAN HAWTHORNE 🥰🥰🥰🥰
I wish I could give this more than 5 stars 🥹💕
Book two delivered ALL the feels, unforgettable characters, and twists that had me hooked from page one. One of my new favorite authors—can’t wait for what’s next! 📚✨
ETHAN HAWTHORNE 🥰🥰🥰🥰
December 13, 2025
Such a great series! Can’t wait for the others.
January 11, 2026
Hands Down an awesome Read!!!
Book 2 was just as amazing as the first one!!! Can’t wait until February for book 3!!! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ I give it 5 stars!!
Book 2 was just as amazing as the first one!!! Can’t wait until February for book 3!!! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ I give it 5 stars!!
January 11, 2026
I really enjoyed this book. Closed door spice but made me cry for about 20 minutes. I didn’t really like the way of writing and some of the grammar but the story itself was amazing.
January 18, 2026
MUST READ!!!!
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
I wish I could give this more than 5 stars 🥹💕
Book two delivered ALL the feels, unforgettable characters, and twists that had me hooked from page one. One of my new favorite authors—can’t wait for what’s next! 📚✨
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
I wish I could give this more than 5 stars 🥹💕
Book two delivered ALL the feels, unforgettable characters, and twists that had me hooked from page one. One of my new favorite authors—can’t wait for what’s next! 📚✨
January 14, 2026
I truly couldn’t put this book down. The story completely swept me away and wouldn’t let go. Page after page, I kept reading, captivated by the atmosphere and the emotions. I found it a beautiful book that will stay with me for a long time.
December 7, 2025
if you liked book one then you will absolutely love book two.
Ah! Where do I even begin....second chance love....family....laughs...tears. This book had me feeling ALL the feels. I am truly obsessed with this series. I am team Hawthorne all the way!!! From the first page I was hooked with how patient Ethan was not only that I was able to connect with our leading lady Summer so well. I wonder which of my new book boyfriend brothers is next? 5 stars (more like 10)
Ah! Where do I even begin....second chance love....family....laughs...tears. This book had me feeling ALL the feels. I am truly obsessed with this series. I am team Hawthorne all the way!!! From the first page I was hooked with how patient Ethan was not only that I was able to connect with our leading lady Summer so well. I wonder which of my new book boyfriend brothers is next? 5 stars (more like 10)
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