Wes

Christmas at Whiskey Mountain Lodge in Coral Canyon™ #2

by Liz Isaacson

She broke up with him to date another man...who broke her heart. He's a former CEO with nothing to do who can't get her out of his head. Can Wes and Bree find a way toward happily-ever-after at Whiskey Mountain Lodge?

Breeann Richards plans events that everyone loves at Whiskey Mountain Lodge, where she lives and works. But when it comes to matters of the heart, she fears hers has been broken ten times too many, most recently by a man who made her pay for everything. So much so, that Bree had to get a second job to make ends meet.

Not only that, but she can't get Wesley Hammond out of her head, and she's never even met him. They texted and called a lot once, but she broke up with him and is too embarrassed to reach out to him now that she's single again.

Wesley Hammond recently retired from being the CEO of his family's multi-billion-dollar business, and he's spent the last six months on a bucket list quest to visit every state in the US. When he rolls into Wyoming - state number 40 - he plans to meet his brother for lunch.

And hears the female voice that has haunted him since last Christmas.

Bree's voice.

He takes a job at the lodge where she works just to be near her, and a new relationship quickly forms between them. But Bree has secrets she hasn't told anyone...a terrible, awful event from her past that has shaped who she is and how she trusts those around her--including Wes. Can they navigate their challenges to find happily-ever-after?

Read all the books in the Christmas at Whiskey Mountain Lodge Romance series by USA Today bestselling and Top 20 Kindle All-Star Liz Isaacson:
1. Her Cowboy Billionaire Birthday Wish
2. Her Cowboy Billionaire Butler
3. Her Cowboy Billionaire Best Friend's Brother
4. Her Cowboy Billionaire Beast
5. Her Cowboy Billionaire Bad Boy

And read all the books in the Christmas at Coral Canyon Romance series too!
1. Her Cowboy Billionaire Best Friend
2. Her Cowboy Billionaire Boss
3. Her Cowboy Billionaire Boyfriend
4. Her Cowboy Billionaire Bodyguard
5. Her Cowboy Billionaire Bull Rider
6. Her Cowboy Billionaire Bachelor
7. Her Cowboy Billionaire Blind Date
8. Her Cowboy Billionaire Best Man

Genres: Romance, Westerns, Christmas, Contemporary, Christian, Contemporary Romance, Fiction

252 pages, Kindle Edition

Published May 5, 2020

About the author

★ USA TODAY BESTSELLER, AMAZON BESTSELLING AUTHOR, and KINDLE ALL STAR! ★

Liz Isaacson writes inspirational cowboy romances. Her Three Rivers Ranch Romance series has multiple #1 bestsellers in half a dozen categories. She loves all things to do with contemporary cowboys, and will write romance in Texas, Montana, Vermont, Wyoming, and anywhere else she can find horses and mountains. Find out more at lizisaacson.com. Join her fandom by texting COWBOY to 801-618-2114 for exclusive sales and freebies.

Reviews

[Jennie Fortna · Rating 5 out of 5]

ARC for honest review with no compensation

Her Billionaire Cowboy Butler is book 10 in the Christmas in Coral Canyon series by Liz Isaacson. Does another Hammond brother find love?

Wesley “Wes” Hammond, CEO of the family empire has decided it’s time to leave his career behind and while turning over the reins he is speaking on the phone to a woman from Whiskey Mountain Lodge and his brother’s best friend. She decides to stop all communication with him...so he decides to travel and visit all 50 states. He had 10 more to go when he comes to Colorado to visit his brother and hopefully meet the woman who’s voice he can’t forget.

Breeann “Bree” Richards left her home in Vermont over 20 years ago and had never looked back. She has to much deep seeded baggage that nobody at Whiskey Mountain Lodge knows about.

When they meet sparks fly but with all the baggage they both carry will they be able to make a life together or will it all fall apart?

[Jane · Rating 5 out of 5]

I borrowed Her Cowboy Billionaire Butler ~ Christmas in Coral Canyon ~ Book 10 from the Kindle Unlimited Program.

Wes Hammond is the ex-CEO of his family company in Colorado, he retired. He had been talking on the phone to a friend of one of his brothers, Bree Richards in Coral Canyon, until she broke up with him. He decided to see all 50 states and had seen 40 when he got to Wyoming and went to see his brother and reconnected with Bree.

This sets the plot for Her Cowboy Billionaire Butler. Bree and Wes start a relationship, have fun together and share friendship with the people at Whisky Canyon Lodge and his brother. Bree has a secret and will not discuss her family or her past with Wes and he feels she doesn't trust him. The story is full of emotions, finding forgiveness and learning to accept past mistakes. I like a good romance full of emotions and a mature couple finding solutions and a happy ending too.

[Kristen Lewendon · Rating 4 out of 5]

This book has left me feeling a little torn. I love that our leading couple are more mature and experienced, though that’s a bit of a double-edged sword. They’re not quite as dramatic and angsty as their younger counterparts, but they’re carrying around years more emotional baggage. I was utterly charmed by Wes. He really is an almost perfect book boyfriend. I loved Bree to bits and pieces, but she frustrated me nearly as much. She broke my heart with the secret she’d been carrying for twenty-plus years. Yet the fact that nothing and no one had been able to pull her out of any part of the cycle of guilt and pain she was carrying in all of that time is where my belief in this character gets stretched just a little too far. There’s quite a lot going on in this book. And normally I don’t have a problem keeping everything straight, but I must not have been paying as careful attention as I usually do. There were several times I found I had to backtrack and re-read passages to figure out what I’d missed. Even though there were a couple of things that didn’t work quite right for me, I really enjoyed this story and I’m looking forward to learning more about the rest of the Hammond family.
I received a complimentary advanced copy of this book from the author.

[JigsawGirl · Rating 4 out of 5]

I'm not sure what it was with this book, but it took me much longer to get through than usual. I can normally get through a book in this series in one sitting.

Bree was always pulling back from Wes. I know it had to do with the secret she was carting around for so long. I felt badly for Wes, but felt just as badly for Bree. That was a seriously long time to beat up on yourself.

I think it bothered me that Bree wasn't able to open up to ANYONE for so long. Not even a little bit. Also, she knew there was something wrong, but in all of that time, it never occurred to her to get professional help. I think it was good that she ultimately decided to turn to her faith.

That's one thing I like about these books. The characters turn to their faith whether it is for giving thanks, or asking for help.

This was a sweet romantic book with an HEA. The ending had a nice twist. I really wish this book had an epilogue. Hopefully we will get to see more of Bree and Wes in the next book.

I voluntarily read and reviewed the Advanced Reader Copy of this book.

[Coral Mitchell · Rating 4 out of 5]

Wesley is beyond ready to settle down and retired from his position in their family business. He wants another chance with Breeann and travels to Coral Canyon. Breeann is hiding from herself and her past. She also is very hung up on Wesley having money. Breeann puts in through the ringer.

[Shelley Wahls · Rating 5 out of 5]

Wes and Bree's story starts in the last book, if you didn't read it, don't worry you get filled in easy and fast, one more thing I love about Liz Isaacson, she does't do cliff hangers!! Bree has a lot of issues first and foremost she has a secret from her past and she can't get past it, she is self punishing, so until she can get past this, how can she ever have a healthy relationship?? It is heartbreaking and as much as Wes loves her she has to deal with her past before she can move forward. Is her love for Wes just the the thing to make her overcome her fears?? Well you have to read and find out! I love this series and this author. No filth, just clean and sweet. No cliff hangers, but a mention of the next characters to make you want to read what happens, but if you don't you still have a nice ending wrapped up! This book will pull your heartstrings and I can't wait for the next one!!

[Mary · Rating 5 out of 5]

Her Cowboy Billionaire Butler, A Hammond Brothers Novel, Christmas At Whiskey Mountain Lodge, book 2. This book picks up with Wes Hammond coming to Whiskey Mountain Lodge to be with Bree Richards. He fell in love with Bree's mind, heart, humor, her voice, and the wonderful conversations they have carried on since last Christmas when Colton handed Bree his phone while talking to Wes. When he arrived he knew which one was Bree from her voice and when he finally seen Bree he knew he was in love and was ready to do anything to be with her. So he took the job at the lodge as the butler so he could see Bree everyday. Bree was so shocked as he had just stepped down from his position at the family company as CEO. But, he told Bree he would do anything to be around her and if that meant checking visitors in and out and carrying their luggage, so be it. Colton and Annie's wedding take place in this book and the Hammond boys are introduced to all of Annie's friends from the lodge. Elise starts texting Gray and they have the same problem as plagued Wes and Bree. He lived in Colorado and she lived in Wyoming. just as things get going so well between Wes and Bree, her demons come in between them. Christmas is celebrated in this book with all the Whittaker family and all their friends they have considered part of their family with part of the Hammond brothers and Bree's parents. These books are like going home for a family gathering. They need to be added to your to be read list.

[Jan · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is a story about another family in the process of making Coral Canyon home. As is common with such a series of books, the men of the Hammond family are an interesting and diverse group. In this story, the oldest brother is admittedly looking for a life partner which is an interesting beginning. Being a retired CEO of the family business he takes a menial job to be near the woman in whom he is interested.
I think Ms. Isaacson does a good job of creating characters who are more mature, but believable and relatable. This story does not provide a whirlwind action, but a measure of caution and thought which fits with the somewhat older perspective. The relationship moves fairly smoothly until they must confront a situation in the heroine's life that is a carryover from her teens when her perspective is very much influenced by her youthful lack of experience. It is a situation that takes time to work out so the dénouement finally comes amidst Christmas celebrations.
I found the story fun, funny in some places, and ready to draw tears in some others. I felt it had a believable amount of tension that kept me interested from start to finish without leaving me so emotionally drained that I could not enjoy the ending. It definitely is something I would recommend to someone looking for a HEA story.

[M · Rating 5 out of 5]

Bree and Wes

Wes still can't believe his last day as CEO of his families business HMC has arrived. Although he is going to miss the corner office with floor to ceiling windows, he knows Laura his cousin will do a great job. He will miss Myra assistant and William his secretary, after 14 years together they no longer feel like employees but friends! Now if only he could figure out what to do about Breeann Richards. If only she hadn't broken up with him three months ago. Ok, so they had an unusual relationship, one where they had never met face-to-face, but they had talked on the phone and texted everyday for months! So he is going on a driving tour of all 50 states and will leave Coral Canyon, Colorado for one of the last. After all he needs to be there for his brother Colton's wedding in July. What happens when he finally gets to Coral Canyon? Will he finally get to meet Bree? Why did she break things off? What happens when he finally gets to Hawaii? Only one way to find out, read this great story by Liz Isaacson! You wont be disappointed 👍

[The Flipped Page (Susan K) · Rating 4 out of 5]

Romance, clean, contemporary; Western; mild Christian faith elements
Breeann and Wes's story has some moments that are so sweet. Their obstacles, but obvious attraction, made for a fun escape read. More of a 3.5 for me as a reader (light content). This was a great addition to this series, with Wes (a brother of another character in another novel) being a great addition to the lodge community and 'family' that runs and makes the place 'home' to so many. Bree and Wes dance around each other, trying to figure out their obstacles, and hearts, and figure out their 'fit' in each others lives and hearts, it is so gorgeous to see and watch. Wes is such a great character and a perfect fit for Bree as she tries to deal with her past hurts and present hardships. Healing, romantic, tender, and sweet, L.I. always writes sweet, honest, heartfelt, romantic reads. Always a perfect escape!
I received an ARC from the author in exchange for an honest review, my opinions are my own.

[Ellen White · Rating 5 out of 5]

It is not often one finds a story that tells of a man leaving his career days behind, and traveling the open roads. Goal to see the all the states. A woman named Bree, he hadn’t seen, and lived in Wyoming, then she had broken it off. A brother Colten, the fresh air, the mountains, seemed to call to him. A place to make a home here in Coral Canyon.
A job at Whiskey Mountain Lodge, for a butler, one to carry bags, and know horses. Meeting Bree under a different name, there Saturdays together, she had been burned too many times, and her credit card showed it, with loser that didn’t have money. How would she react when she found out who he really was. A nice flowing story of Wes, his thoughts and feelings, I enjoyed. The authors books are always good. Given ARC for my voluntary review and my honest opinion.

[ELMorehead · Rating 5 out of 5]

Can Bree finally Reconcile with her Past, so she can have her longed for HEA?

Wes and Bree met over the phone, through his Brother. But the moment Wes matches Bree's voice, with her appearance, he's ready to pursue a real romantic 💗 relationship with her! Wes takes the Butler position, at Whiskey Mountain Lodge, even though he's a billionaire, to get to work with Bree.

Bree is drawn to Wes, but she doesn't feel worthy of his attention. She has walls around her heart, that keep pushing Wes away. How does God finally get Bree to Reconcile with her Past? How does God bring Bree and Wes to their Forever 💞?

I Highly Recommend You Read Liz Isaacson's "Her Cowboy Billionaire Butler", to find the answers! I found this Wonderful, Contemporary, Christian, Western, Romance 📖, Engrossing, Entertaining, Poignant, and Unforgettable! 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 💖📖

[Anita Fuhrmann · Rating 4 out of 5]

Yes, yes, yes!! I had been wanting to read more about Wes and Bree ever since the possibility of them being a couple was introduced in the last book and now it is here! I love the Coral Canyon books but I am really loving them even more now that the Hammond brothers have entered the picture. Wes is such a sweetie and even though I had never felt all warm and fuzzy about Bree in the previous books, learning more of her backstory did give me a chance to understand her a bit more and explains in part why she was always so standoffish. I feel much better about her and I hope we will see more growth and openness from her in future books. With Wes right there to help her we more than likely will.
This is such a wonderful series and I hope that there will be many more books to follow!

I voluntarily reviewed an advanced reader copy of this book.

[Elizabeth Fiscus · Rating 5 out of 5]

Difficult pasts are hard to reconcile

Oh my, where do I start? Bree ran away from her home in Vermont as soon as she could because of a horrible accident with her brother. Darkness filled her heart and mind, consuming her whenever she was reminded of her past. That is why she never told anyone about her past. Ever.
When Wes makes his way through the 50 states, he ends up coming back to where Bree is with the hopes of picking up where they left off the year before with their phone calls. He falls fast for her, but when he tells her he loves her, she shuts down and runs away. That was a moment of clarity for her. Bree knew if she wanted to give her whole life to someone else, she needed to face her past and be willing to tell Wes everything.
I highly recommend this book to anyone who enjoys clean love stories!

[Alice · Rating 5 out of 5]

When Wes and his brothers decide to hand over the family business to their cousins, he decides to travel and see all 50 states.
When he hears a familiar voice, he struggles to find out where it’s coming from. He has talked to this person many times on the phone but has never met her in person. It’s Bree! When he speaks to her, she realizes that she has heard his voice but is not sure where.
Wes takes a job – as if he needed one – at the B&B as a butler – meaning he would carry luggage, check-in/out guests, and do anything else that needed to be done.
They finally try to work on a relationship but that doesn’t go well. Too many secrets from the past. Hee has been an open book with Bree but she still has something she is struggling with that she has been holding on to for 20 years.

[Victoria · Rating 5 out of 5]

Retired CEO Wes "met" Bree over the phone when Wes' brother Colton introduced them. Conversations were going great and then Bree broke things off in order to date someone else. They met again when Wes took a job at the Whiskey Mountain Lodge where Bree worked. In this book Wes did a lot of pursuing the elusive Bree who found it difficult to allow close relationships. As the book unfolds we learn the reason for her lack of attachments and Wes' determination to have a hold-nothing-back relationship. But can Bree live with that? Honestly, Wes was quite a sigh-worthy character and you should read this book just for that reason if no other. It's a good one! I was entrusted with a copy of this book by the author and this is my honest and voluntary review.

[John Belcher · Rating 5 out of 5]

Secrets destroy, but Truth &Love bring Joy

Parents have lived longer especially ones that have had to be adults just as they turn teenagers. Bree just thought her were selfish and stupid instead of loving and caring, so ignoring her parents warnings and counsel she went out on the ice. It was bad enough she went but bullied her little brother to do the same. The guilt, turmoil, and self loathing that followed for the next 23 years destroyed all hopes for a real life. Wes showed her unfailing love even though it ripped him apart, but he held true to his word and showed his love. Bree finally learned what true love and forgiveness is all about, and was able to open her heart to all her family and Wes was her prize. Excellent story definitely worth the read.

[Amanda Marlowe · Rating 4 out of 5]

Bree and Wes met once and then carried on chatting over the fone, until she met someone else and stopped talking to him. Wes missed hearing her voice but decided to travel, so he visited all but ten of the states, ending up in Wyoming in Coal Canyon.
He and Bree started seeing each other but when he asks her to trust him with details of her family she can't, so he leaves to see the other states.
Will they get back together? Can she place her trust in him?
I voluntarily reviewed an Advance Reader Copy of this book.

Another great read in the series from Liz. Looking forward to Gray and Elise's story.

[Diane · Rating 5 out of 5]

Another love story from Whiskey Mountain Lodge! All of the Hammond brothers are great but Wes and Bree’s love story is the best! (So far.) Wes is all in and realizes that he loves Bree but there is some secret from Bree’s past that she just cannot get past. She must make peace with what happened years ago before she can make a commitment to Wes. And he can’t stay in the same town and face his heartache every day. But there is always magic during the Christmas season at Whiskey Mountain Lodge. I love the way that the characters in this series are more mature (older) and that they always turn to God to find their answers. Don’t miss this clean, inspiring romance from Liz Isaacson!

[Roger L · Rating 2 out of 5]

Colton and Bree are no friend to Annie

I read this book 3 times. The reason being that I was trying to see if i could get the bad taste out of my mouth. It didn't work. The fact that Colton left with Bree to go to her house without Annie and the fact that Bree and Cton were going horseback riding all make me livid. Bree is certainly no friend and Colton is insensitive. I would have said sorry you two but not sorry. Bree never did a thing to make her friend Annie feel welcome to come when Colton and Btee went on their little adventures. No friend would do that.Colton might look good on paper but he didn't get a sensitive gene.

[Teresa Christianson · Rating 5 out of 5]

I received a free copy and am voluntarily leaving my review.

OMG I have never cried so much reading a book as I did this one. You will get your heart ripped out but in the end it will get healed. Bree need Wes to push her to heal from her past even though she doesn't realize it until she thinks it too late. But is it too late after three months of no contact with Wes? Will he be able to forgive her and still want to be with her even after she tells him the truth about her past and why she couldn't tell him before

[Gail · Rating 5 out of 5]

What a fun read! So much going on in the testosterone-heavy Hammond family! And when them meet folks at Whiskey Mountain Lodge, my, my! Lots of action, some heartache, and a few laughs along the way. I LOVED this clean cowboy romance about Bree and Wes who first "met" when Wes' brother got them together via phone. Will they ever get over their many differences, and will Bree confess her secret that's been holding her back? Only time will tell! I highly recommend this fun romance with its HEA!

[Margie · Rating 5 out of 5]

I loved Wes and Bree’s story. I think we can all learn from Bree’s story. We may not all have the extreme tragedy in our background but we all tend to be hard on ourselves and often think of ourselves negatively. I loved how patient Wes is in waiting for her to work through her fears. I love the idea of a billionaire, former CEO of a major company, working as a butler, okay, a glorified bellboy/valet. As always Liz Isaacson gives us interesting characters and a story line that compels you to keep reading. Looking forward to Gray and Elise’s story.

[Lynette · Rating 5 out of 5]

Her Cowboy Billionaire Butler is a stand-alone that is made even better by revisiting former characters. I love how Liz Isaacson’s storylines continue on in each book without writing cliffhangers. I loved that Wes and Bree are older, and that they’re imperfect with realistic issues. I related to Bree’s overthinking superpower. I love how Liz writes characters who turn to God to help them solve their problems. This story was made even better with the mention of Yellowstone and Teton National Parks 🙂. Another excellent book by Liz Isaacson!

[Paula · Rating 3 out of 5]

I love this author's books and have read just about everyone of them. This series frustrates me a little - don't like Colton having women best friends that aren't his wife - my husband doesn't and wouldn't. Loved Annie in their book but didn't care for Colton. Love Wes in this book and don't care for Bree. At one point I wanted him to find someone else. I understand sorta why she is the way she is because of her past but wish she had handled things with Wes differently. Loved the grand gesture at the end though. I am however looking forward to book 3.

[Susan Shearer · Rating 4 out of 5]

Her Cowboy Billionaire Butler by Liz Isaacson continues the Hammond Brother: Whiskey Mountain Lodge series and tells the story of Wes, the former CEO and Bree, the part-time worker at the Lodge and working at a temp service. Can two very different people find what they are looking for in each other or will heartache and loneness keep them apart? This is a story about forgiveness, both of yourself and past misunderstandings. I found Wes and Bree’s story delightful and at times frustrating, but well worth reading.

[Carol · Rating 5 out of 5]

Her Cowboy Billionaire Butler

Wes and Bree had met at Christmas and kept in touch via the phone for a few months, until Bree decided to date a local guy. After many changes in both their lives, some good, some bad, they have met up again and seem to pick up rather quickly. As they continue to get closer it becomes apparent that Bred is holding something back and Wes doesn't think she trusts him.
As the story continues Bree realized she needs to make some serious adjustments to her life, but will it be too late to keep Wes with her?

[Jeanie Womack · Rating 5 out of 5]

Dealing with the past

We all have hurts, disappointments , and guilt in our lives, but the way we face them has long term effects. Bree started her life fresh twenty guests who and left behind everyone of meaning in her life. Wes just left his position as CEO of their family's international manufacturing company and wants to see the rest of the 50 states, find a place to settle down, and someone to live.
You won't want to miss this bitter sweet story of two people who are missing out on a special piece of what life has to offer.

[JoAnn · Rating 5 out of 5]

Breeann is a landscaper. She loves her job and does it well. What she does not like is her love life. She seems to always end up with losers, the last one used a fake name. She is working at Whiskey Mountain Lodge.
Wes leaves his job at his family company as CEO for many years. He want a quiter life and doesn't know what he wants to do. He takes a job at the lodge as a butler. He is hiding his family name so he goes by Wesley Dean.
After he and Breeann become friends, how does he tell her he is a billionaire?
I recommend this book, it is a very enjoyable read.

[Tiffany · Rating 3 out of 5]

Three and a half stars

I loved the story and the chemistry between the two. It's probably better to read this series in order because the other, previous story lines keep getting referenced. The story progressed somewhat slowly and large lapses of time would pass in between scenes, but the scenes themselves were well written and well crafted. They point of view changed around a lot between the main characters and several of the side characters that are main characters in the other novels in the series. But I enjoyed it and may probably read some others in the series.