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3.95 AVERAGE
3.95 AVERAGE
This is a sweet and spicy, age gap, low angst, small town romance with a surprise pregnancy.
Hadley is running home from New York, fresh off a broken engagement and struggling with some devastating news. She wants home comforts, her dad and her feisty gran to help her heal. What she doesn't want, or tries to tell herself she doesn't, is the older, rugged and handsome wrangler that's staying in the cabin on her family ranch.
(Their meet cute is one of my faves)
Declan falls for Hadley instantly. He is a man who knows what he wants and is not afraid to go for it. He also does everything he can to make Hadley happy and show her they should be together.
It's a fun, insta love read that is full of flirting and banter. Declan and Hadley bounce so well off each other. We also get to meet Hadley's twin sister and friends who are still in New York, so I hope they each get their own book too.
Hadley is running home from New York, fresh off a broken engagement and struggling with some devastating news. She wants home comforts, her dad and her feisty gran to help her heal. What she doesn't want, or tries to tell herself she doesn't, is the older, rugged and handsome wrangler that's staying in the cabin on her family ranch.
(Their meet cute is one of my faves)
Declan falls for Hadley instantly. He is a man who knows what he wants and is not afraid to go for it. He also does everything he can to make Hadley happy and show her they should be together.
It's a fun, insta love read that is full of flirting and banter. Declan and Hadley bounce so well off each other. We also get to meet Hadley's twin sister and friends who are still in New York, so I hope they each get their own book too.
adventurous
challenging
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
reflective
relaxing
sad
tense
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Complicated
Genres: Cowboy Romance, Small Town Romance
Tropes: Flirty Banter, Age Gap, Possessive MMC, Surprise Pregnancy, Insta-Love, He Falls First, Cinnamon Roll Hero
MC: Hadley (FMC), Declan (MMC)
Setting: Huckleberry Hill
Triggers: Infertility, Parental Loss
Epilogue: Yes
Synopsis: After breaking up with her fiancé, Hadley retreats to her family’s ranch in Huckleberry Hill to heal. There she meets the ruggedly charming new wrangler, Declan, making things a little more complicated. Sparks fly between them, and though Hadley insists she’s sworn off romance, especially after confiding in her twin sister, Salem, that she can’t have children, Declan’s easy smile and warm heart begin to wear down her walls. Their flirty banter quickly deepens into something much more as late night talks turn into stolen kisses, and before long, a passionate, secret affair. Declan is all in on a relationship, cooking for her, making her laugh, and showing up in every way that counts. Hadley wants to protect her heart, and him too, specifically from her father, who would fire Declan on the spot if he found out. But secrets don’t keep long in small towns. When her father discovers the truth, his temper ignites, but eventually accepts their relationship. A sudden flood threatens the ranch, forcing everyone to pull together. In the chaos, Hadley is swept into the rising waters, only to be pulled to safety by Declan. At the hospital, the unthinkable happens when Hadley learns she is pregnant. Despite the odds, the news brings pure joy. Together, Hadley and Declan decide to build a future, and a family together in the only place that’s ever truly felt like home: Huckleberry Hill.
Thoughts: This book was so good, and had many notable swoonworthy moments. It’s hard to even pick a favorite, and Declan offers up any kind of swoon you’re looking for from sexy to jealous and possessive, to sweet and emotional. He was such a refreshing hero because of his quick wit, emotional maturity, and also alpha like traits too. I definitely found myself envious of Hadley at times. I can relate to Hadley’s cautious nature, and understand her reluctance to enter into another relationship so soon after her breakup. I’m glad Declan was able to break down her walls because they ended up being perfect for each other. I really enjoyed the simple scenes where they just comfortably chatted about life. Hadley did what was best for her by leaving New York and consequently her best friends, but I think she arguably gained the best friend and lover she’ll ever have by being with Declan. Her soul unquestionably seems at peace in Huckleberry Hill with her family and Declan. I’m really intrigued by the rest of Hadley’s friends in New York, and how they might end up in Huckleberry Hill too, especially her sister Salem. She has a mysterious air about her, and seems like someone who needs a lot of healing, perhaps back home with her family as well. I look forward to reading more books in this series.
*ARC Review*
emotional
slow-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
⭐️⭐️⭐️.5
🌶️🌶️.5
Huckleberry Hill by Emma Slate.
There is a lot to like about this book. It’s an easy to read, small town romance which is super cute with sweet vibes. The romance between the two characters is quite easy without too much tension and angst. I tend to like my stories with a little more tension and drama but I did enjoy the relaxed vibes - it would have been great to read on a beach somewhere while drinking cocktails.
Declan was the MMC was my favourite character. Overall nice guy with good levels of banter. Also loved Hadley the FMCs, Nan was awesome. Super meddling, really funny and the sort of Nan who causes trouble.
🌶️🌶️.5
Huckleberry Hill by Emma Slate.
There is a lot to like about this book. It’s an easy to read, small town romance which is super cute with sweet vibes. The romance between the two characters is quite easy without too much tension and angst. I tend to like my stories with a little more tension and drama but I did enjoy the relaxed vibes - it would have been great to read on a beach somewhere while drinking cocktails.
Declan was the MMC was my favourite character. Overall nice guy with good levels of banter. Also loved Hadley the FMCs, Nan was awesome. Super meddling, really funny and the sort of Nan who causes trouble.
emotional
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
medium-paced
funny
lighthearted
slow-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
No
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Complicated
The book was an easy read cowboy romance that was enjoyable. I didn’t not get the seven brides for seven brothers themes that the book was advertised as having though.
emotional
funny
lighthearted
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
Fast paced, sexy and swoony. Huckleberry Hill has it all. Hadley is such a strong FMC who makes it through heartbreak and right into the arms (literally) of sexy wrangler Declan. The spice is hot and everything I could have asked for. Emma Slate has definitely shown me she has a way with nicknames, which I loved! Perfect blend throughout the book with an excellent mix of micro tropes spattered throughout. 100% recommend this read!
adventurous
emotional
funny
hopeful
reflective
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
No
What an OUTSTANDING small town romance!! Brilliantly written to rope you in and keep you wrangled.
I enjoyed every moment reading Declan and Hadley’s story.
The undeniable attraction right after they crash into each other was so exciting and amusing.
Their story is so heartwarming, heart-gripping and beautiful.
Returning to the family ranch after being dumped by her fiancé and dealing with some heartbreaking news, Hadley hadn’t planned on falling for her father’s new wrangler.
Declan, he fell for his bosses daughter regardless of the warning, and showed Hadley(Bear Snack) what a supportive and loving man would do for the women he loves.
You can’t help but love these characters. Declan and Hadley are so interesting, engaging and fascinating.
Hadley is sweet, fun and endearing and Declan is a charming, flirty and caring cowboy we all want and love.
Together they are pure country sexiness.
You will get all the FEELS from this story.
Along with the romantic and passionate aspects of Declan and Hadley’s tantalizing and enticing story I really enjoyed the family love/dynamics and friendships. Muddy is just the best kind of fun, loving and sassy grandmother…she’s a hoot!! Hadley and her twin are certainly different but they share such a strong bond and love for each other ( I look forward to Salem’s story along with Poet and Wyn’s…also Mr. Powell and Jane’s)
It was great seeing some of my favourite characters in Huckleberry (Colt and Mia)…maybe we will see more of the Tarnished Angles in these small town romances.
So if you’re looking for a small town, surprise pregnancy cowboy romance with a beautiful, emotional and captivating storyline, you will be thoroughly delighted and highly satisfied with Declan and Hadley’s REMARKABLY BREATHTAKING romance.
3.5 ⭐️
After being ditched by her ex-fiancé due to her fertility issues, Hadley heads home to Huckleberry Hill to nurse her broken heart.
Her first night there she runs into Declan (literally) and the pair instantly hit it off. The chemistry between them is undeniable, and when the tension between her and Declan finally snaps, there’s no turning back.
Huckleberry Hill is one of the fluffiest and most adorable books I’ve ever written. Declan is definitely high up on my list of book boyfriends too—and I loved how he treated Hadley.
I will say I wasn’t too keen on how insta-love this was, and could’ve done with some angst, but overall really enjoyed this!
WHAT TO EXPECT:
- small town romance
- cowboy biker
- age gap
- surprise pregnancy after infertility
lighthearted
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
No
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
No
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Such a great book! Finished it in one day!