A review by heameljon
Max Wilde's Cowboy Heart by Jennifer Ryan

emotional inspiring fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Plot
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? No
• Flaws of characters a main focus? No

5.0

Kenna Baker has struggled to forget the love of her life, Max Wilde. They had been high school sweethearts on their way to marriage and a family when Kenna made a tragic mistake. Now she finds herself the only witness to a murder and at the mercy of the FBI. Max volunteers to watch over Kenna while she is in protective custody. He tells himself that the ranch is remote enough to offer protection while being large enough and allow him to stay emotionally and physically distant from Kenna. Max was sorely mistaken. As the pair spend more and more time together they realize the tragic mistakes made in their past.

I was provided an Advanced Reader Copy by NetGalley and the Publisher, Avon and Harper Voyager, for an honest review.

Jennifer Ryan writes romance with a purpose. The reader gets a happily ever after while at the same time enjoying a storyline filled with heart pounding action. Her stories are layers of depth made even deeper when developed across three or more related books. Kenna and Max's story is tragic. In life we all make mistakes, their situation forces them to confront their misconceptions and move beyond the hurt they have caused each other. Unfortunately for them they must do so while in danger for their lives. Kenna is a smart and caring teacher who only wants the best for her students; she was an easily relatable character. Max is a sexy, well built cowboy who cares deeply and longs for something more in life. I had no trouble relating to all the characters and falling into the fast paced storyline. I look forward to seeing more from the extended Wilde family.