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4.18 AVERAGE
4.18 AVERAGE
emotional
hopeful
lighthearted
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
No
I wasn’t expecting to get my heart torn out reading this but man was this emotional 🥹 I loved this book so much. Jensen is a NYC tech company CEO and he received a phone call that changed his life: he has a 5 year old son and his mom just passed away. With no other family, Jensen now has a 5 year old son named Caleb to care for after not knowing he existed. The way Jensen immediately changed everything for Caleb made me tear up because this poor baby deserves the world😭🥹
Not knowing what to do, he goes back to his hometown in Bluebell Montana to help Caleb adjust to their new life. And in comes our FMC Briar, who agrees to be Caleb’s nanny for the summer. Caleb & Briar’s relationship made me smile so much! I loved their interactions and especially the two of them with the farm animals. Ziggy the goat fainting every time he sees Jensen and Caleb bursting into giggles never failed to make me laugh😂
Briar and Jensen both have parental issues but both found solace with the Halsteads. I loved that they bonded over their similar pasts and resilience in different ways, Jensen moving away to NYC and Briar staying and making something of herself there. Their stolen moments at the carnival (especially the top of the Ferris wheel 🎡🤭) were sweet with some spice and I just loved them together! If there’s one thing I love in a small town romance, it’s a cowboy in some wranglers and cowboy boots with a dirty mouth🤭🥵
Not knowing what to do, he goes back to his hometown in Bluebell Montana to help Caleb adjust to their new life. And in comes our FMC Briar, who agrees to be Caleb’s nanny for the summer. Caleb & Briar’s relationship made me smile so much! I loved their interactions and especially the two of them with the farm animals. Ziggy the goat fainting every time he sees Jensen and Caleb bursting into giggles never failed to make me laugh😂
Briar and Jensen both have parental issues but both found solace with the Halsteads. I loved that they bonded over their similar pasts and resilience in different ways, Jensen moving away to NYC and Briar staying and making something of herself there. Their stolen moments at the carnival (especially the top of the Ferris wheel 🎡🤭) were sweet with some spice and I just loved them together! If there’s one thing I love in a small town romance, it’s a cowboy in some wranglers and cowboy boots with a dirty mouth🤭🥵
emotional
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Complicated
If you enjoy the following: single dad/nanny, age gap (24 & 32 so it didn't creep me out), brother’s best friend, fainting goat named Ziggy & a dirty-talking cow boy (spicy ferris wheel ride!!!!!!!)
Jensen finds out he has a 5 year old boy (Caleb) overnight & decides to leave the big city to move home to Montana so he can have support in learning not only how to be a parent but help in guiding Caleb through some traumatic stuff. Briar is the little sister of Jensen’s best friend, and also the owner of the cabin Jensen & Caleb are staying in.
I enjoyed this book. I am new to some cowboy romance, but Einerson does it well I think, showing bits & pieces but making it feel natural & not too cliche. Loved the shenanigans Briar gets into with her friends, one being an animal lover who kidnaps/rescues animals (please see note about the goat above) Definitely recommend as a romance, with a HEA!
Ps. The bonus scene from Caleb’s perspective melted my heart.
Thank you to Luna Literary for the ARC!
Jensen finds out he has a 5 year old boy (Caleb) overnight & decides to leave the big city to move home to Montana so he can have support in learning not only how to be a parent but help in guiding Caleb through some traumatic stuff. Briar is the little sister of Jensen’s best friend, and also the owner of the cabin Jensen & Caleb are staying in.
I enjoyed this book. I am new to some cowboy romance, but Einerson does it well I think, showing bits & pieces but making it feel natural & not too cliche. Loved the shenanigans Briar gets into with her friends, one being an animal lover who kidnaps/rescues animals (please see note about the goat above) Definitely recommend as a romance, with a HEA!
Ps. The bonus scene from Caleb’s perspective melted my heart.
Thank you to Luna Literary for the ARC!
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
medium-paced
emotional
funny
hopeful
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Complicated
I really enjoyed this book, and I think it's got me back into the cowboy romance trope 🤠
There was a great mix of romance, humor, and heart-wrenching growth. Throughout the book, I found myself becoming more and more invested in the main characters' stories, particularly Caleb's. I also found myself rooting for the MCs, both in terms of their personal growth and their romantic relationship.
Speaking about the romantic relationship, there was a phenomenal blend of falling in love and absolute tension. I mean the Ferris wheel scene?! This mixture led to a much more believable romance and one that I felt myself craving and rooting for.
This love for the characters expanded beyond the MCs, and I am now unbelievably excited to read the upcoming books in the rest of the series that focus on the other characters!!
All this being said, I haven't been able to fully put my finger on it, but the ending left me a little disappointed. I think the whole book had been building up to the 'ultimate decision' about whether the romance would continue after the summer, but this was sped through before this climax could be reached. I'm not saying that there should have been a third act break-up or a massive fallout, but I think there needed to be a slightly bigger impact on this turning point.
Overall, a great book, and I am very excited to read the rest of the series!
Tropes:
There was a great mix of romance, humor, and heart-wrenching growth. Throughout the book, I found myself becoming more and more invested in the main characters' stories, particularly Caleb's. I also found myself rooting for the MCs, both in terms of their personal growth and their romantic relationship.
Speaking about the romantic relationship, there was a phenomenal blend of falling in love and absolute tension. I mean the Ferris wheel scene?! This mixture led to a much more believable romance and one that I felt myself craving and rooting for.
This love for the characters expanded beyond the MCs, and I am now unbelievably excited to read the upcoming books in the rest of the series that focus on the other characters!!
All this being said, I haven't been able to fully put my finger on it, but the ending left me a little disappointed. I think the whole book had been building up to the 'ultimate decision' about whether the romance would continue after the summer, but this was sped through before this climax could be reached. I'm not saying that there should have been a third act break-up or a massive fallout, but I think there needed to be a slightly bigger impact on this turning point.
Overall, a great book, and I am very excited to read the rest of the series!
Tropes:
- Nanny x single dad
- Age gap
- Brother's best friend
- Small town
- Cowboy
- "Just for the summer"
- Found family
- 3 spice
Content Warnings
Graphic: Addiction, Alcoholism, Child abuse, Chronic illness, Emotional abuse, Grief, Death of parent, Abandonment
emotional
funny
lighthearted
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
N/A
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
Yeehaw! I absolutely adore a juicy cowboy romance, and Ann Einerson's new series kicks off with a bang! Briar, Jensen, and little Caleb completely lassoed my heart. This book is brimming with love, emotion, healing, and heart—all the elements I love in a great read.
The fun and flirty banter between Jensen & Briar, their steamy moments, and those quiet times spent chatting on the porch all stole pieces of my heart. The story flows effortlessly, blending humor and tenderness in a way that's both funny and endearing.
The intimacy of their evolving relationship—from playful teasing to passionate chemistry. Their banter is fun and flirty, and the steamy scenes are all full of emotion and growth. You can help but get caught up in their romance. Let me tell you, I will never look at a Ferris wheel the same way again ** swoon** IYKYK
Can we talk little Caleb - this sweetie will steal your heart. Having to deal with a tragedy at such a young age was heartbreaking but watching Jensen & Briar work together to give him space to heal and show him nothing but love and support OMG I could barely handle it!
One of my favorite things about Ann's books is her found family aspect...knowing that family doesn't always have to be blood but will always be the people that will love, trust and support you the most - this book has it in spades!
If you want a sexy small town cowboy romance, wrapped up in heartfelt family dynamics and engaging characters, then Ann wrote the perfect book for you.
The fun and flirty banter between Jensen & Briar, their steamy moments, and those quiet times spent chatting on the porch all stole pieces of my heart. The story flows effortlessly, blending humor and tenderness in a way that's both funny and endearing.
The intimacy of their evolving relationship—from playful teasing to passionate chemistry. Their banter is fun and flirty, and the steamy scenes are all full of emotion and growth. You can help but get caught up in their romance. Let me tell you, I will never look at a Ferris wheel the same way again ** swoon** IYKYK
Can we talk little Caleb - this sweetie will steal your heart. Having to deal with a tragedy at such a young age was heartbreaking but watching Jensen & Briar work together to give him space to heal and show him nothing but love and support OMG I could barely handle it!
One of my favorite things about Ann's books is her found family aspect...knowing that family doesn't always have to be blood but will always be the people that will love, trust and support you the most - this book has it in spades!
If you want a sexy small town cowboy romance, wrapped up in heartfelt family dynamics and engaging characters, then Ann wrote the perfect book for you.
emotional
funny
lighthearted
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:
Yes
This was such a sweet book. I love Ann Einerson, I love cowboy romance and I love a good single dad x nanny romance so I knew this book would be a hit for me.
I really loved watching both of their relationships with Caleb grow.
I enjoyed how cozy and low stakes this romance felt, there wasn't really big drama or a breakup or anything like that.
I really loved watching both of their relationships with Caleb grow.
I enjoyed how cozy and low stakes this romance felt, there wasn't really big drama or a breakup or anything like that.
emotional
hopeful
lighthearted
reflective
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
Holy swoon. I think this is my favorite one you’ve written so far. Jensen reminds me of Rip from Yellowstone. He means business but if you mess with those he cares about, you better fear for your life. But also rocks the single dad thing like he was born to do it. Briar, the sweetest soul there is. She loves and cares so deeply about everyone else and forgets to show herself some love and care. Caleb, oh sweet Caleb. The sweetest boy there ever was. And we can’t forget Ziggy!
emotional
lighthearted
medium-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
These characters stole my heart from page one. I absolutely loved the growth they all had. This book was filled with love, understanding, patience, gratitude and Sweetness.
I loved the bond between Jensen and Caleb. Him being a dad came unexpectedly but he jumped into his role quick and without any complaints. I loveee how his son became his entire world the second he met him. He was protective of him, he loved him fiercely and it was clear he only wants him to be safe and happy.
Sering Caled open up as the book went on melted my heart. He was such a sweet kid. His bond with his dad grew little by little. Not only with him but with Briar also.
Briar was phenomenal. She was so patient with Caleb. She was sweet to me and always made sure je was comfortable and safe. She become one of his safe spaces really quickly. She helped him open up and explore a lot. The way they treated and loved this little boy was everything.
Jensen and Briar had an instant attraction. It took a little bit for something to happen but it was soooo worth it. They had really good chemistry. I feel like what made their relationship even better was the fact that they became friends before anything. They always spoke to one another, they were always there if they needed something they just went together perfectly.
It was cute how literally everyone knew they liked each other before they even got together bc of the way they gravitate to one another and they couldn't keep their eyes away. Their family and friends were nothing but supportive and loving. Not only did I love and enjoyed reading about Jensen, Caleb and Briar but also seeing their relationships with family/friends was just the icing on this amazing book.
I loved the bond between Jensen and Caleb. Him being a dad came unexpectedly but he jumped into his role quick and without any complaints. I loveee how his son became his entire world the second he met him. He was protective of him, he loved him fiercely and it was clear he only wants him to be safe and happy.
Sering Caled open up as the book went on melted my heart. He was such a sweet kid. His bond with his dad grew little by little. Not only with him but with Briar also.
Briar was phenomenal. She was so patient with Caleb. She was sweet to me and always made sure je was comfortable and safe. She become one of his safe spaces really quickly. She helped him open up and explore a lot. The way they treated and loved this little boy was everything.
Jensen and Briar had an instant attraction. It took a little bit for something to happen but it was soooo worth it. They had really good chemistry. I feel like what made their relationship even better was the fact that they became friends before anything. They always spoke to one another, they were always there if they needed something they just went together perfectly.
It was cute how literally everyone knew they liked each other before they even got together bc of the way they gravitate to one another and they couldn't keep their eyes away. Their family and friends were nothing but supportive and loving. Not only did I love and enjoyed reading about Jensen, Caleb and Briar but also seeing their relationships with family/friends was just the icing on this amazing book.