When a Cowboy Falls Hard: Single Mom Western Romance

by Vicki Lewis Thompson

222 pages, Kindle Edition

Published June 5, 2026

About the author

New York Times and USA Today bestseller Vicki Lewis Thompson believes love makes the world go around and laughter makes the trip worth taking. The recipient of RWA’s Nora Roberts Lifetime Achievement Award and the author of more than ninety books, Vicki pioneered a new kind of romance hero with Nerd in Shining Armor. Following the success of her nerd stories, Vicki launched a boisterous paranormal series featuring a matchmaking witch and wizard, an ADD dragon named George, and a black cat inspired by her own precocious feline, Eve.

Reviews

[Lesley · Rating 5 out of 5]

Lightening strikes when Zinnia and Monty first clap eyes on each other but the fact that Zinnia has a five year old son, causes both of them to pause. However little Tex (who will steal readers hearts) has a serious case of hero worship for Monty and brings the pair together time after time. I loved this story - highly recommended.
I voluntarily read and reviewed an advanced copy of this book from the author. All thoughts and opinions are my own.

[Annette · Rating 5 out of 5]

Such a great cowboy romance. Tex is so sweet....love the family aspects, the characters depth, maturity as well as Monty and Zinnia's practical nature and instant chemistry. Everything is so realistic and well blended with heartfelt emotion and a tad bit of anxiousness as they figure things out. I received a free advanced copy and voluntary chose to share my thoughts/opinion.

[Vickie Raynor · Rating 5 out of 5]

I love this series. At first I thought it sounds so similar to the others, but even though there were some similarities, it definitely stood out as a winner on its own. The sparks were flying from page one between Monty and Zinnia. Throw her sweet little boy, Tex, in the mix and your heart will melt and be thoroughly entertained.

[Quinn Fforde · Rating 5 out of 5]

Monty and Zinnia know immediately that there is something between them, but neither of them wants to get involved in a relationship. They tell themselves that a little fooling around won't hurt, but both of them are so captivated by the other. Also, Zinnia's son adores Monty and wants to follow him around. The Bridgers and Zinnia's family meddle a bit so that we can get to the HEA in this lovely, romantic story.

[Teresa · Rating 5 out of 5]

another awesome book to continue this series - love reading for Vickie and enjoy her talent for putting words on the page that put you right there in the midst of the story - Monty is a great vet and though most of us will never have that love at first sight blessing I truly believe it can happen and when it is mutual with Zinnia well yeah - but the book and read it for yourself!

[Christine · Rating 5 out of 5]

Arc review for a honest review in my own words on a book I read. What a adorable story. I loved these characters and how Monty felt he was not good enough but this family helped him understand his feelings .

[Sharon]

Purchased in epub format from Barnes and Noble for my Nook.

[Nancy · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is a fun, exciting story which includes a quick-witted 5-year-old boy. Add a kind, handsome veterinarian and a well-stacked mommy, and life is going to be hot.