Lost Trust: A Second Chance, Small Town Western Cowboy Romance

by Amber Kelly

Genres: Second Chance, He Falls First, Cowboy Romance, Romance, Forced Proximity

312 pages, Paperback

Published September 3, 2026

About the author

Amber Kelly is a romance author that calls North Carolina home. She has been an avid reader from a young age and you could always find her with her nose in a book completely enthralled in an adventure. With the support of her husband and family, in 2018, she decided to finally give a voice to the stories in her head and her debut novel, Both of Me was born. You can connect with Amber on Facebook at facebook.com/AuthorAmberKelly, on IG @authoramberkelly or on twitter @AuthorAmberKel1.
http://authoramberkelly.com/

Reviews

[Kerry Kennedy]

This is Royce and Marina's story, my favourite do far.
The burn is slow
The sparks fly off the page
The characters are everything
The banter is brilliant
Amber Kelly can do no wrong when it comes to a western romance
Tension, storyline and not overwhelmed with shut make for a truly enjoyable read
Kerry Kennedy Author

[Megan Coggins]

Yeehaw🤠

This is such a true blue cowboy romance series.
He’s a bull rider who works on his family ranch/ rodeo academy.
She’s a former barrel racer. Now single mom.

Honestly if you want actual cowboys. This is the place.

I loved the Storm sisters and now the Trust boys are getting their time to shine.

Royce
Green flag cowboy all day

Marina
Single mom who had to give up her dreams

Ryder
Adorable little future bull rider cowboy

There’s a little history between these two.
Some serendipity of her coming to work on his family’s ranch.

Amber Kelly just writes wholesome (with spice if that makes sense 🤣) books. They just feel genuine. You want to visit and be apart of this place and meet these people.

There’s a reason I buy shelf trophies of all her books.

Arc review ✨

[Nicoletta Tompros]

YOU ALL NEED TO RUNNNN AND READ THIS BOOK because WOW. WOW. WOW. 🤠😭🤍

First off, MARINA KINCADE?! SHE IS A QUEEN. 👏🏻 This woman has been doing everything she can to give her son Ryder the life he deserves, basically carrying the weight of being both mom AND dad for years. She’s determined, sassy, independent, and loves that little boy with everything she has. I absolutely LOVED her.

But you guys... ROYCE HAD MY WHOLE FUCKING HEART. 😭🤍

Five years ago, Royce and Marina shared a no-strings-attached weekend on the rodeo circuit... and then Marina disappeared the next morning without even saying goodbye.

Now FIVE YEARS LATER, they both end up back at the Raintree-Storm Rodeo Academy—Marina working there and Royce home recovering from an injury and helping teach.

THE WOMAN WHO DISAPPEARED ON HIM + FORCED PROXIMITY?! HELLOOOO. 🤠👀

I loved watching them reconnect because the feelings were clearly STILL THERE. There was history, hurt, unanswered questions, and so much left unsaid between them.

But what absolutely destroyed me was Royce with Ryder. 🥹 This man stepped up for that little boy in all the ways his own father hadn't. He was patient, protective, supportive, and never made either of them feel like they were too much. He didn't just fall for Marina—he made space in his life for BOTH of them.

ULTIMATE. GREEN. FLAG. 💚

And I loved seeing Royce outside of the rodeo too. He’s spent his entire life chasing eight-second rides, championships and gold buckles, but being back home forces him to ask himself whether the dream he’s always chased is still the life he actually wants.

Then Marina and Ryder come along and suddenly this cowboy is looking at his entire future differently. MY HEART. 😭

Add in the Wildhaven family dynamic and found family?! I am OBSESSED. Give me all the cousins, brothers, chaos and everyone immediately adopting the new women into the family. 😂🤍

🤠 Single Mom
🤍 Rodeo Cowboy
🤠 Second Chance
🤍 Forced Proximity
🤠 He Falls for Her Son Too 🥹
🤍 Found Family
🤠 Protective Green Flag MMC
🤍 Small-Town Romance
🤠 Five Years Later
🤍 ALL THE FEELS

Royce and Rina were NEXT LEVEL. This man went from book boyfriend to book HUSBAND real freaking quick. 😮‍💨🤠

Amber did it AGAIN, and I already need the next book because apparently I’m never leaving Wildhaven.

[Kristen Shipley]

I absolutely loved getting back to Wildhaven for Royce and Marina’s story! 🤠❤️

Royce and Marina are the ultimate “the one who got away” story. They shared a connection years ago, but life pulled them in different directions. Five years later, they unexpectedly find themselves working together at his family’s ranch, and all those old feelings and undeniable chemistry come rushing back.

Royce is a bull rider, while Marina is a former barrel racer who has put her own dreams aside to focus on being a single mom to her adorable son, Ryder. I loved Marina’s strength and determination, but my heart really belonged to Ryder! Watching Royce build a relationship with him was one of my favorite parts of the story. Royce didn’t just fall for Marina—he embraced Ryder too, and the three of them together were absolutely adorable.

I also loved the found family aspect. Marina and Ryder are welcomed into the family with so much warmth, and i enjoyed watching Marina realize that she doesn’t have to do everything alone.

There’s plenty of chemistry, cowboy charm, emotional healing, and second-chance romance, but what really made this story special for me was watching Royce and Marina learn to trust again and figure out what they truly want for their futures.

Lost Trust is a sweet, emotional, swoony cowboy romance filled with second chances, found family, and a little cowboy named Ryder who completely steals the show. 🤠❤️ Another wonderful addition to the Wildhaven Cowboys series!

[Katie]

I LOVED Royce & Marina!


Royce is a walking green flag. I mean the greenest flag ever. He is not a book boyfriend; he is husband material!

Marina..she is a single mom and so strong. I loved seeing her as a mom with her son Ryder, and then the moments with the Storm and Wildhaven families as well as her mom, Ginger. Her mom was an absolute hoot and I loved their scenes together!

You want a man who will be there to support you without question and help you achieve your dreams. Royce is that man! I actually found myself tearing up a bit with his actions that he did for Marina and her son Ryder. Seriously, he is so swoonworthy!

I don’t want to give too much away but I will say if you love a cowboy romance, with a single mom where he is obsessed this book is for you!

Thank you Amber Kelly for the arc in return for my honest review

[Lisa Hambridge (lisamareebooks1109)]

Amber has delivered again. This small town cowboy romance was superb. This book had characters that I adored, Marina and Royce had me so invested in the development of their relationship. Marina was so determined and I loved her sassy remarks and how much she cared for her son. Royce was the perfect person for Marina, I loved his personality and how protective he was. This book was another book by Amber that I absolutely loved.

[Laiza]

#TrustRoyce
#BullBoy
#Ryder
#RinaRoyceRyder
#WildhavenRanch
#BetterThanBook1
#MakeSureYouGiveCabeAGoodOne
#Family
#SecondChance
#WorldChampion
#BarrelRacer
#ILoveGinger

[Kirsty]

ANOTHER AMAZING WILDHAVEN COWBOYS STORY!!! 😭🤠❤️

I absolutely LOVED Lost Trust. Amber Kelly has done it again because the second I started getting to know Royce, Marina and her little cowboy Ryder, I was completely invested. I didn’t want to put this book down and I definitely wasn’t ready to say goodbye to Wildhaven when it ended!!

ROYCE 😭

I loved getting to know him beyond the rodeo and seeing him questioning whether the dream he’s spent his entire life chasing is actually still the dream he wants. He’s spent years chasing those eight-second rides, gold buckles and championships, and suddenly he’s home in Wildhaven trying to figure out what comes next.

AND THEN MARINA KINCADE WALKS BACK INTO HIS LIFE.

THE WOMAN WHO DISAPPEARED FIVE YEARS AGO WITHOUT SAYING GOODBYE.

Excuse me???? 👀

I was immediately hooked.

Their history absolutely got me because these two weren’t strangers starting from nothing. They already had those stolen nights and that connection from years ago, but there was so much left unsaid between them. So much hurt. So many questions. So many FEELINGS that clearly never disappeared even when Marina did.

And now they’re both teaching at the rodeo academy???

HELLO FORCED PROXIMITY 🤠😂

I loved Marina so much. She’s strong and guarded and has been carrying so much on her shoulders, and once you start understanding WHY she left and everything behind her decisions, my heart absolutely broke for her. She has spent years protecting herself and Ryder and doing what she thought she had to do.

AND LITTLE RYDER!!! 😭😭😭

My heart.

That little cowboy completely stole the show every single time he appeared. I loved him so freaking much, and watching Royce with Ryder made me melt into a puddle.

There is just something about a cowboy falling for the woman AND loving her little boy that gets me EVERY. SINGLE. TIME.

Royce didn’t just want Marina.

He saw the life she had built. He saw Ryder. He saw everything that came with loving her and he was THERE FOR IT.

SIR. PLEASE. MY HEART CAN ONLY TAKE SO MUCH. 😭

I also loved watching Royce and Marina slowly find their way back to each other. There was hurt between them, but there was also this connection that never really went away. Five years had passed and yet you could FEEL that these two had unfinished business from the second they were back in the same place.

The chemistry.

The history.

The longing.

THE SECOND CHANCE OF IT ALL.

I ATE IT UP.

And then bringing in the danger from Marina’s past added another whole layer because suddenly it wasn’t only about whether these two could trust each other enough to try again. There was someone threatening the future they were slowly starting to imagine together and I was STRESSED.

Royce going from questioning what he wanted his future to look like to realising that maybe his biggest dream isn’t another buckle or another championship???

😭😭😭

THAT GOT ME.

Because sometimes the dream you spend your whole life chasing isn’t necessarily the one that finally makes you feel like you’ve won.

Sometimes it’s Marina and one adorable little cowboy named Ryder. 😭🤠❤️

And I loved that their relationship wasn’t magically easy just because the feelings were still there. TRUST MATTERED. Marina had her walls up for a reason, and Royce had been hurt by the way she disappeared. They had to actually work through that history and figure out whether they could stop letting the past decide their future.

I was rooting for them SO HARD.

Amber Kelly gave us romance, rodeo, second chances, suspense, family, healing and so much HEART.

And getting to be back in Wildhaven was just the freaking BEST. I already loved this world, but Royce and Marina made me fall in love with it all over again.

Royce + Marina + Ryder absolutely owned my heart.

THE LITTLE FAMILY MOMENTS 😭

THE PROTECTIVENESS.

THE WAY ROYCE SHOWED UP.

THE WAY MARINA SLOWLY LET HERSELF TRUST AGAIN.

THE RODEO ACADEMY.

THE SECOND-CHANCE YEARNING.

ALL OF IT!!!

Lost Trust was emotional, romantic, addictive and such a beautiful story about figuring out what you really want from life and having the courage to reach for it.

Royce may have spent his life chasing eight-second rides, but watching him realise that Marina and Ryder might just be the biggest win of his life???

I’M DONE. 😭🤠

Another absolutely amazing story from the Wildhaven Cowboys and I genuinely wish there were about TEN MORE BOOKS because I’m not ready to leave these cowboys behind!!!

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ALL THE STARS FOR ROYCE, MARINA AND MY FAVOURITE LITTLE COWBOY RYDER. ❤️🤠

[Irina Lushnikova]

⭐⭐⭐⭐

Lost Trust was such a heartfelt, emotional cowboy romance with the perfect mix of second chances, family, healing, and just enough spice to keep things interesting.

Marina was easily one of my favorite parts of this story. I loved watching her slowly find her way back to the woman she used to be—not just as a champion barrel racer, but as herself. She’s spent years putting her son first and carrying the weight of a life that didn’t turn out the way she expected, so seeing her finally start choosing herself again was incredibly satisfying. Her journey back to competing felt like so much more than a comeback; it was about reclaiming a piece of herself she thought she’d lost.

And Royce? This man had me smiling way too often. I expected the cocky cowboy swagger, but I wasn’t prepared for how incredibly sweet he would be with Marina and Ryder. The way he naturally slipped into their lives, never trying to take over or “save” her, but simply showing up again and again? SO good. His relationship with Ryder absolutely melted me, and those quiet little found-family moments were honestly some of my favorites.

I also really appreciated that the romance wasn’t only about chemistry—although trust me, the chemistry was definitely there. Royce actually takes the time to learn Marina, to remember the little things, and to give her the kind of romance she’s never really had. The horseback date, the flowers, the wine, the whole setup? Cowboy romance readers, you’re going to eat that up.

What kept this from being a full five-star read for me was that parts of the middle felt a little drawn out, and there were moments when I wanted the story to move forward faster. A few of the conflicts also lingered longer than I personally needed them to. But the emotional payoff absolutely worked for me, especially once everything started coming together toward the end.

Overall, Lost Trust is a warm, sexy, emotional small-town cowboy romance about learning to trust again, rediscovering who you are, and finding someone who doesn’t ask you to make yourself smaller in order to love you.

If you love second chances, single-mom romance, cowboys, rodeo settings, found family, a protective-but-not-overbearing hero, and a heroine getting her spark back, this one is definitely worth picking up.

Four stars. 🤠❤️

[Lisa Stinson]

This series is just getting better with each book. I absolutely loved Marina and Royce's story. And when you add in Ryder, Marina's son, I couldn't love it more. I really loved that Marina found a family element that she really needed for herself and Ryder with Royce's family at Wildhaven.

Royce comes home to work at Wildhaven Ranch for the summer to not only figure out his next steps in life but to also heal up his shoulder that took a beating at his last ride. He knows that this life is extremely hard on his body, but he's beginning to wonder if this is truly the life he absolutely wants for himself. The one thing he never expected to have happen was the woman he couldn't forget to show up at this ranch, as the new barrel racing instructor.

Marina was lucky that she ran into Bryce Raintree when she did. Her life felt like it was falling apart and she needed something to hold it together for her and her son, Ryder. Bryce is giving her that lifeline. She loved Barrel Racing but had to give it all up when she had Ryder. Becoming the Barrel Racing Instructor at Wildhaven would keep her on the horse so to speak and give her some purpose, as well as a place to land with Ryder. She definitely wasn't expecting Royce to be there. She has sworn off cowboys, but Royce is determined to show her that not all cowboys are built the same.

I really loved how Royce was with not only Marina, but also Ryder. He didn't let the fact that Ryder's father was his biggest rival. He cared for that little boy, and he showed Ryder what being a cowboy meant. He was there for him and taught him about riding bulls. I loved that he really showed Marina what true love meant and how much he cared for both of them.

As much as I loved Axel and Jovie's story, I really believe that Royce, Marina and Ryder's are my new favorite. This might just be my favorite Amber story yet.

[Mags]

4.5⭐️

This was my very first time reading Amber Kelly, but it certainly won’t be my last! Lost Trust is the ideal small-town cowboy romance. It’s utterly swoon-worthy; it completely melted my heart and strikes the perfect balance between fun characters and delicious spice. Plus, those last few chapters genuinely had me smiling and tearingup.

The story follows Royce and Marina as they get a second chance at love five years after she became the one who got away. Marina and her little boy, Ryder, just needed a safe place to land and start over, and they found that and so much more in Wildhaven. Honestly, Ryder completely stole the spotlight—he was the ultimate scene-stealer! It was also incredibly heartwarming to see how quickly Marina was welcomed with open arms into both the Storm and Trust families.

Royce is absolute perfection as a hero. He handles Marina’s return so well, proving to be incredibly supportive while giving her the space she needs. He is even secure enough in their bond to step back and support her while she deals with her ex, then let her know exactly what life with him could look like if she chooses him. I loved how persistent he was in pursuing her, which built some amazing slow-burn tension. He truly pulled out all the stops to show her how much she matters to him, especially after taking some spot-on advice from Marina’s mum, Ginger, who was hilarious and determined to see them together.

I also loved the fun secondary characters, and I need to know what on earth happened between Cabe and his brother Axle, so I definitely need to read Broken Trust as soon as possible. If you love protective cowboys, single mums, and tight-knit small towns, you seriously need to add this to your TBR!

My thanks to Wordsmith Publicity for my copy of Lost Trus. All thoughts expressed are my own. 😊

[Lourdes | Lu and her books ♥]

ARC Review
⭐5/5
🌶️2.5/5

Who else can get you deep into the cowboy world? None other than Amber Kelly!

Royce is a bull rider, Marina is a former barrel racer and single mom, and their worlds collided five years ago when they shared a couple of stolen nights together before she left without a word.

Now, five years later, they’re reunited at his family’s ranch, where Royce splits his time between working as a cowboy and at the rodeo academy, while Marina is there as a barrel racing instructor.

And that history? Yeah, it definitely hasn’t gone anywhere. Their attraction comes roaring back, and these two are drawn to each other like moths to a flame. Royce is sexy, knows exactly how to stir up trouble, and brings something into Marina’s life that she didn’t even realize she needed.

But what really got me? This man is a GREEN FLAG through and through. He immediately bonds with her kid, cooks for both of them, makes them his family, and then puts together a whole plan to help Marina chase her dreams again, compete, and regain the confidence she lost in herself. WHAT. A. MAN!

And then there’s the cutest little cowboy who completely stole my heart. I’m already hoping the stars align and we get a second-gen book because I need it!

This book made me want to pack my bags and move to Wildhaven Ranch so I can live side by side with these amazing characters.

Amber writes the kind of wholesome stories that stay with you long after you’ve turned the last page. In Lost Trust, you get history, chemistry, longing, second chances, cowboys, cowgirls, and so much love in all its different forms.

I cannot recommend this series enough. Go pick it up and get ready to be completely swept away by Wildhaven Ranch. And prepare to be shouting YEEHAW the entire time!

Thank you so much to Amber and Wordsmith Publicity for this incredible eARC!

[✨Zoraida✨]

ARC Review
Book: Lost Trust (Wildhaven Cowboys Book 2)
Author: Amber Kelly
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

I was really excited about this book and let me tell you that I was not disappointed. I enjoyed every single page of it.

Royce Trust goes back home to work at Wildhaven to teach at the Raintree-Storm Rodeo Academy, figure out what comes next, and to heal from a shoulder injury that he got from the last time on his last ride. Riding bulls is what he knows, but he understands that his body is not the same as when he was younger. What he does not expect is for the woman he fell for years ago to return to Wildhaven. But she is not alone.

Marina Kincade lost everything and is now looking for a job. When she comes across an old friend and he offers her a job, she does not hesitate to go and see what it is about. When she knows what Wildhaven Ranch is all about and that she gets to train teens at the Raintree-Storm Rodeo Academy, she agrees and accepts the job offer. She also sees how happy her four year old son Ryder is in this new environment and she knows that moving to Wildhaven is the right decision for both of them. When she finds out that Royce is also at Wildhaven, she tries so hard to ignore him. But they have a past, and the chemistry between them is still there.

When Royce finds out that Marina has been taking care of Ryder all alone, he makes it his mission to always be there for them in so many ways. Then her ex tracks her and Royce makes sure he knows that she is not alone. He then understands that Marina deserves to have someone in her life that makes her shine, and that he does.

If you enjoy a second chance, small town western romance, single mom, and a protective cowboy, this book is for you!

Thank you Amber Kelly and Wordsmith Publicity for this amazing ARC.

[Carm Readers]

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ 1/2
🌶️🌶️🌶️

I absolutely loved this book! Amber Kelly has once again proven that she writes a brilliant cowboy romance.

Lost Trust is book 2 in the series and follows on seamlessly from Broken Trust. Whilst both books can be read as standalones, I would definitely recommend reading Broken Trust first, as there are references that will make more sense.

Marina and Royce’s story is technically a second-chance romance, although I think it’s almost a stretch to call it that. These two shared something in the past, but life and circumstances kept them apart.

Marina is coming to terms with her relationship failing, having always put her son Ryder first. Understandably, this has left her guarded and insecure.

Royce has always been there, but in the past few years just in the background. I really felt like he came back into her life when she needed him most.

Watching him step up for Marina and Ryder was gave you an even bigger appreciation for him and the way he became such a positive role model for Ryder, and the
relationship that developed between them was beautiful.

I loved the way the romantic and platonic relationships played out throughout the story. It gave everything a more realistic feel, and the found family aspect was well and truly at play.

Of course, the chemistry and heat between Marina and Royce was in full force, but it was the emotional connection, the family dynamics, and watching these characters find their way that really made this book for me.

Another fantastic addition to the Wildhaven Cowboys series, and I cannot wait for more from Amber Kelly!

Thanks to Amber Kelly and Wordsmith Publicity for sending me this ARC. This review is my own personal opinion x

[Lindsay Richardson]

I have quickly become a fan of Amber Kelly’s writing and the Wildhaven Cowboy Series. I loved Broken Trust with Axle and Jovi and thought that their story would be hard to top but then here comes Lost Trust and it’s beyond amazing.

Ok first off I have to acknowledge the scene stealer that little Ryder is—That kid has so much spunk! I loved his love for everything rodeo and cowboy. I loved how is relationship with Royce developed and I loved the found family vibe he got with the entire extended family loving him and welcoming him in with no questions asked.

And Ginger—-what a trip she was 🤣

Royce—-the ultimate golden retriever, cinnamon roll walking green flag book boyfriend. He was such an amazing father figure for Ryder when his own father was absent from his life—taking him under his wing and showing him how to take care of his mom as well as be a cowboy. I loved seeing Royce recognize that Rina was destined for big things and change his life’s trajectory so that he could be a supportive partner for her.

Rina—-what a strong FMC—single mother with a ex-partner who left a whole lot to be desired. She was always putting Ryder and his needs first. I loved how she found herself a family in Wyoming with Royce’s extended family.

The chemistry between the two can be felt thru the pages even when they are at different stages of infatuation. When the spice started it was on point.

Amber has become an author that I will automatically read when I see a title that I haven’t read yet. I loved this book and cannot wait for book 3!

[Veronica Pham]

Rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️/5
Spice: 🌶️🌶️.5/5

•Royce & Marina
Wildhaven Cowboys book 2

*I was provided an ARC of this book from the author and their promotion team

Amber knows exactly what she's doing with these Trust men because I fall don't know how much more I can fall in love with these SWOONY cowboys!!

After yet another injury, cowboy and bull riding star Royce Trust is back on his family ranch pitching in and helping his cousin run her brand new riding academy. He figured he'd spend time rehabbing at one of this favorite places in the world, around his favorite people until he was ready to return to the circuit for the rest of the season. What he never expected was to come face to face with Marina Kincade-- former world champion barrel racer and the woman who left his bed with no explanation. Shortly after their time together, Marina left the competition world and he hasn't seen her since, but he's never forgotten about her. Now, she's on his family's ranch, and they're working together at the academy. However, she didn't come alone. The chemistry they shared back then was only small sparks compared what they share now despite their years apart. Royce sees the woman Marina has become and what she's sacrificed for her family. He's determined to prove his desire for her is way beyond the physical attraction. He wants to give both Marina and her son the life they deserve.

Royce had my heart from the beginning pages with how loyal and supportive he was to not only his brothers, but they whole extended family. He was never jealous of his brother's success rather always his biggest fan and that was so admirable! THEN, he meets little Ryder, and they way this man so naturally stepped in had me in a literal chokehold! His kind and patient nature with the little boy was EVERYTHING! I also admired Marina a lot as an FMC. She was fierce, quick witted, and not afraid to speak her mind about what was best for her son. She and Royce complimented each other so well which made for some fun banter and HOT spice! Overall, this is was a great read and an amazing addition to his series! I cannot wait to return to Wildhaven Storm Ranch for the next Trust brother!

*available on KU

[Geri Stoikova]

I loved the Storm sisters and The Wildhaven Ranch series but the Wildhaven Cowboys series is swoonworthy and heart melting. Because the Trust brothers are everything. Axle literally risked everything for the woman he fall in love with and now Royce is getting the second chance he never hoped for. And he just turned his life and goals in the right direction. Let's just say that Royce's story had a heated start so the woman of his dreams to disappear without a word. Only to reaper five years later on his family ranch. But Royce and Marina aren't the same. They lost some of their hopes and dreams, and are a little bit broken and a little bit lost but are searching for their way. Royce is back to the academy and is healing from an injury. And Marina got the opportunity to teach at the academy and to have a fresh start in life with her son Ryder. Marina was a great mother to this fearless and bright boy. And she was a great addition to the academy. The Storm and Trust families accepted them as their own. And Ginger, Marina's mom was amazing and supportive, and a little bit of a wild card. Loved it how Royce took in stride their appearance at the ranch and was so helpful and supportive in their new life. And he was so persistent in pursuing Marina. Loved the tension and the slow burn and also the way Royce build their relationship. He was a good partner and supported their dreams. Royce and Ryder melted my heart. This man was so thoughtful and caring with that little boy. But Royce dating Marina. Now I was in full swoon mode. Because that man was everything. And when Marina's ex, Blaze showed up the contract between them was so obvious. Let's just say that Marina made Blaze reconsider his life choices. But Royce got a clear vision for their future and made it happen. That last chapters were so good and if you ask me I need a reread. Because Lost Trust is that good and Amber Kelly wrote the perfect small town cowboy romance.

Thanks to the author and Wordsmith Publicity for the opportunity to read and review an early copy of this book.

[Becky]

Another 5 star read from Amber. I feel like this is going to be one of those series where each book I go oh he/she is my fave of the series.

I LOVED Axel and Jovi so so much, but Royce and Rina are NEXT LEVEL. Royce is the ultimate green flag, cinnamon roll, book boyfriend, book husband. One of my favorite tropes is when there’s a single parent and the love interest is amazing with kid. Royce was such an amazing father figure to Ryder, when Ryder’s own dad was absent. Royce was just also so so good to Rina and gave her the opportunity to follow her dreams and have someone finally take care of her.

Rina - such an amazing FMC. I love this single mom
representation. Absolute perfection and representation of a woman loving their child and doing all that they can for them. In a lot of ways Rina was both the mother and father for Ryder for a long time. I loved how she found herself a found family and learned to accept help and love for other people. I also loved how she handled Blaze and the struggles of having a kid with someone who wasn’t willing to commit to that life.

Special shout out to Rina’s mom. She’s a trip. 😂

Amber is an auto read author for me. She should write a master class on writing wholesome books with a focus on family, love, and friends. Don’t get me wrong the spice is 🥵🫦🔥 but she truly writes family dynamics, love, and found family perfectly.

[Carolyn]

Little Man Stole The Show and I Couldn't Stop Reading And Falling In Love With Them! Lost Trust is the second book in the Wildhaven Cowboys series by Amber Kelly. Welcome to Wildhaven, Wyoming and to Wildhaven Storm Ranch, A Second Chance Between a Bull Rider and A Champion Barrel Racer. Small town living makes the Single Mama and her little boy, Ryder, find something she didn't realize she was searching for and our MMC falls Head Over Boots for the both of them.


I would like to Thank Wordsmith Publicity and Amber Kelly for my ARC and in return I voluntarily promised an honest review.


Royce Trust and Marina Kincaid spent a couple scorching nights together while competing in the Rodeo circuit. Just when he wanted more he woke up alone.

Five years later Rina has been invited to Wyoming by a friend to attend his wedding. While there he asks her to work at his Rodeo School as a Barrel Racing Trainer and leave Texas behind.

Royce is surprised to lay eyes on Rina and even more surprised she has a little boy by his prick of a rival. But he's never forgotten her and would love to pick up where they left off but her walls are big and steep.

Rina has finally found a place and a family that feels like home and Ryder is thriving but can she let her guard down and learn to Trust in someone and something that was Lost so long ago?

[The Calm Chapter Mandi Wiencek]

🤠 Lost Trust 🤠
((SPOILER-FREE ARC REVIEW))

Title- Lost Trust
Author- Amber Kelly
Genre- Cowboy Romance
Series- Wildhaven Cowboys Book 2

Trope City-
🤠 Single Mom
🤠 Protective Cowboy MMC
🤠 Sisters Run the Ranch
🤠 He falls first and hard
🤠 Western Ranch

This series is my first dabbling in Cowboy Romance ARCs. I love a strong, independent FMC. Marina is a single mom, which makes me love her even more. All of her decision making centers around her son, Ryder. I admire her dedication to motherhood as her top priority. She was once a world champion herself. Alas, after Momming full time, the well seems to be dry. Marina runs in to someone she used to know, who could possibly change her life, at the perfect time. Royce (MMC) has always been a buckle chaser, aligning his dreams with his brother Axel. When Axel becomes a World Champion, Royce finds himself looking inward and onward. Is that still his dream? Is he missing out on so much more? Like teaching or being in his favorite land at home? These two and a half really grabbed on to my heart. The way their big family welcomes Marina and her son immediately as their own is so precious. Can these two build a life of love after so much of life has changed their dreams? Are dreams still attainable after so much life has passed?

Thank you Wordsmith Publicity for sharing this sweet arc with me! 🫶🏻🤠

[BecReadReview]

Lost Trust is a beautiful second chance romance that pulled me in right from the start. Royce and Marina have a sizzling chemistry that crackles on the page. I’ll admit I felt a quick pinch of disappointment when their initial spark ended as fast as it started, but fast forward to fate throwing them back together, and I couldn’t stop smiling.
​Watching Royce charm his way back into Marina’s heart was pure joy. The way he wholeheartedly accepts her son, Ryder, made him even more swoon worthy. Their journey back to one another is sweet, gentle, and absolutely steamy. I was genuinely doing a happy dance when Marina finally decided to let down her walls and take a real chance on happiness.
​The ranch family wraps you in so much love and warmth, their support and playful banter will have you laughing out loud. When Marina’s past eventually pushes its way in, I held my breath, hoping it wouldn’t shatter their peace. I so admired how they handled the conflict together, and seeing them grab hold of their beautiful future and well earned HEA was deeply satisfying.
​If you love sizzling cowboy romance, protective heroes, incredible found family, and the excitement of the rodeo circuit, jump on board this series!

[Jamie Lyons]

Tropes

🐴Second Chance Romance
🐴Small Town Western Romance
🐴Rodeo Romance
🐴Bull Rider Hero/ Barrel Racer Heroine
🐴Single Mom
🐴Protective Cowboy
🐴He Falls Hard
🐴Found Family

This is the second book in the Wild Haven Cowboys Series.

Royce and Marina have a no strings attached weekend while on the Rodeo circuit she leaves the next morning without saying good bye. 5 years later life has taken Marina down a difficult path and she ends up working at the Raintree-Storm Rodeo Academy. Royce is back to rehab an injury and help teach also. As they get to know each other again they will both start to question past choices and what they really want in life. I loved that Royce was so amazing with Marina’s son. He was very patient and caring with both of them showing Marina that not all Cowboys are uncaring and selfish. Their relationship also helps Royce to figure out what’s important to him and what the next steps for him are. This series has a strong found family theme and I really enjoy all the cousins and their interactions with the trust brothers new women. Great small town cowboy romance can’t wait to read the next one 😍🤠

Thanks to Wordsmith Publicity and Amber Kelly for the ARC to read and review. This review is my own honest opinion.

[turn_the_page_lady. (sue mc)]

This book has resulted in two late nights as I could not put this down.

The story centres around Royce a bull rider and Marina also on the rodeo scene and starts with their hot encounter one night before jumping forward five years. She now has a young son from another relationship with another rider which is finally over and she has not ridden since for years. Royce has come 4th with his brother winning by the championship but with a potential career ending injury hanging over him he seems lost and comes back to the Wildhaven Ranch to help Bryce for the summer. Unknown to him his new boss Bruce is good friends with Marina and already invited her to work for mr the summer too. Perfect timing for her as her relationship is over and needing money. They cross paths and the spark is still there. No spoilers but this is such a gorgeous story - beautifully written and so ch warmth to the characters that you just fall in love with them. Add a cute kid in a cowboy hat, fit cowboys, a welcoming found family, humour and some spicy scenes and it’s just a perfect story.
Loved it and looking forward to more in this series.

I received this book as an ARC - these are my honest thoughts

[The Lit]

🚨 SPOILER ALERT: READ AT YOUR OWN RISK!

I am giving Lost Trust by Amber Kelly a fantastic 4-star review! ⭐⭐⭐⭐

A swoony, emotional second-chance rodeo romance packed with protective cowboy energy, single mom devotion, and irresistible small-town warmth! 🤠🐂🌾✨

The Review
Lost Trust by Amber Kelly (part of the Wildhaven Cowboys series) is an absolute winner for Western romance lovers! Amber Kelly delivers the perfect balance of emotional depth, lingering heartbreak, and undeniable second-chance chemistry.

The dynamic between the bull rider hero and barrel racer heroine crackles with high-stakes emotion. Watching them rebuild trust while navigating single parenthood and the rodeo circuit makes for a deeply compelling read. Our hero falls hard and brings standard-setting protective cowboy energy, showing up consistently for both her and her child. It’s a beautifully paced, heartwarming 4-star read that will completely steal your heart!

The Good
Swoon-worthy bull rider hero, authentic barrel racer heroine, emotional second-chance romance, protective cowboy vibes, and sweet found family dynamic!

The Not So Good
The middle section takes time to unpack past miscommunications and regain trust, but the romantic payout and family moments are well worth the ride!

[Claire-Louise Bell]

Marina & Royce 😍
My favourite so far!

Royce is a bull rider, Marina is a barrel racer. They have a couple of nights together before she disappears the next morning and they don’t meet again until five years later.

Now a single Mum to Ryder, the cutest little cowboy ever 😍 She needs to find a job and get a fresh start. She runs into Bryce who invites them both to his wedding and he offers her a job, a lifeline. Somewhere where she has always belonged.

She sees Royce again, who is home resting due to hurting his shoulder. Their relationship is slow burn but so perfect. The Storm/Trust family are just perfect and took them into the fold straight away. Ryder was the star of the show for me ☺️

Royce is enjoying being at home, unsure if he wants to return to bull riding. He loves seeing his brother, Axle out there but Royce doesn’t love or need the spotlight and all the recognition. Never has, but he is proud of seeing his brother achieve all that. He helps Marina get back into competing again, standing by her side like a proud partner. Something she never had before.

I love this group so, so much! So excited to see what happens with Cabe as it seems like he is still struggling with Axle & Jovie being together 🥺

I hope he finds love and is able to get back to his old self 💙

[Jen (jensdreamylittlereads)]

What an absolute joy this series is, and a treat for my heart! I am truly living my best life, and I just want to pack all of my things and move to Wildhaven Ranch. I loved this book so much, and Lost Trust is the epitome of a swoony, feel-good story.

I was positively glued to Royce and Marina’s story, and I couldn't get enough. And that, right there, is the hallmark of a fantastic book to me. I loved the emotional depth, and the sizzle between them. It was heartwarming, romantic, and emotional. It was a wonderful blend of playful humor and heartfelt emotion. I lost my heart completely to these two, and loved every minute of their story. And I adored the family dynamic – both between Royce, Marina and little Ryder, and between the entire Storm and Trust collective.

This was another smartly written, addictively compelling, Amber Kelly hit for me. There was nothing about this book that wasn't 100% satisfying. It sparked with chemistry, it set my heart fluttering with swoons, and then made it overflow with emotions. I am so crazy about this book…and this series! 1000% recommend!

[Laura (Lauras_Book_Shelf22)]

We are back at Wildhaven Storm Ranch… this time with Royce, Marina and little Ryder!

Royce and Marina met years ago, before she disappeared into the night without a word. When Marina thinks she’s hit rock bottom, she’s offered a job at Wildhaven Storm Ranch , without realising that Royce is there too. Somehow, she ends up exactly where she was meant to be!

Royce is feeling a little lost and dealing with an injury of his own, so when Marina suddenly appears with Ryder, he is completely surprised. He’s determined to have them both in his life, even if, at first, he thinks he can handle being just friends.

I absolutely adored these three and loved watching Royce show Marina how she should be treated, supported and loved. And Royce falling just as hard for Ryder was the sweetest thing! Ryder is the cutest little cowboy the ranch has ever seen, and I loved him so much!

I especially enjoyed the moments where we got to catch up with the other couples from the series, I always love seeing what everyone is up to!

I’m so excited to see what’s still to come for this series!

Thank you to Amber & her team for allowing me to read this ARC. I’m so grateful for the opportunity! 💕

[Alicia Bradley]

Excellently written second chance romance! I absolutely loved every page!

The found family in this is so strong it’s so special. Let’s just say Royce’s family is one people only dream of becoming part of! Both main characters are written in a way that makes it impossible not to love them!

Royce is completely swoon worthy! He is protective and loves with his whole heart! He is ready to take on the task of breaking down Marina’s walls no matter what he has to do. He takes on a dad role to Ryder with no questions asked and he’s by far absolutely amazing at it!
Marina is determined. She has spent her whole life feeling like she’s had to go it alone. She became pregnant and decided in that moment her child would always come first. So she put her dreams aside and became the very best mom Ryder could have. I love her sassy personality and how both her and Royce’s personalities just fit. Royce starts to fill in space in her heart and they start building a life that neither of them could’ve ever imagined. And Ryder is the cutest little mini cowboy ever! He’s the cutest addition to this story and I loved watching him find his place at the ranch.

[Kari Hansen]

Royce thought that riding the circuit was all he wanted and was the only future he could see until an injury has him returning to his family ranch as he faces an uncertain future. When he arrives the last person he expected to see was Marina and he hasn’t forgotten the night they spent together years earlier or that she left leaving him with no way to contact her.

Marina is devoted to her son Ryder and he is her world. Working at Wildhaven and teaching bull riding gives her the opportunity for a fresh start for her and Ryder when she needs it the most. Seeing Royce again brings up the feelings of the past but what she has been through has made her cautious and determined to protect her heart.

Marina is strong, resilient and deserves everything that Royce and his family provide while Royce is patient, protective and once he gets over his hurt everything that she and her could son could ever want and Ryder is adorable beyond words and adds an extra depth to the story. A heartwarming romance, entertaining interactions and a little suspense all add up to a story that will touch your heart.

[Jill M (Embrace the Romance)]

There’s just something about this family, these cowboys that gets me. The Amber writes cowboy romance has me enthralled and coming back for more and more. I can’t devour these stories enough. The characters have heart and spink. And damn the little cowboys pull on the heartstrings. They’re so damn adorable.

Rina and Royce have history. Short history but still history. And Royce isn’t letting her go this time. But Rina is done with cowboys all because her baby daddy is a jerk face. This is their second chance at finding that happily ever after.

Amber weaved a story that gives you all those warm and fuzzy feelings. It’s that feeling of coming home and finally finding where you belong. There’s plenty of sexy cowboys, family vibes and romance to keep your heart warm. I just love the Storm/Trust crew and taking a trip to Wildhaven. This place is somewhere I can see myself visiting and falling in love too.

Amber has so many more stories she can tell from Wyoming and I am here for them all.