I received this ARC copy in exchange for an honest review and I was thrilled when I read this book. I adored this historical western romance. Maggie Ryan always does such a wonderful job with her books and this one is no different! I loved the characters of Roger Morrison and Teresa Goldman. Roger is strong, loves the land, is hardworking, protective, loving, kind, and patient. However, patience only goes so far when the woman he loves acts like a brat or puts herself in danger. Teresa on the other hand, is used to getting her own way, has some growing up to do, is feisty, caring, strong willed, and jumps before thinking things through. Together they make quite the couple. Roger supports his "Tessa" with her dreams of becoming the town's next school teacher. When things don't go as everyone thinks they will, Teresa has to adjust her life and her expectations accordingly. Through out the ups and downs, Roger is by her side with a lot of love, support, and when needed a "warm bottom" to remind her of his expectations for the woman he loves. I highly recommend reading this delightful story!! The author has not only a strong couple but many supporting characters that only add pleasure to the story and the readers experience. The men talk and help each other understand their wives. The women develop friendships as they spend time with the children and talking about the many challenges the wives on Rose Ranch face along with the many spankings they receive. Then there are also the rest of family and friends that live and interact within the story that I found some characters to be fun and loving while others a little mean spirited. Overall, I loved this whole book with all the friendships, love, spankings, and sex scenes. While it is part of a series it can be read and enjoyed as a standalone as well. All I can say is Wow, well done!!