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bookish_sheila 's review for:
Lost and Lassoed
by Lyla Sage
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
reflective
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
Enemies-to-lovers, single-dad cowboy, sassy nanny, and that small-town warmth that felt like coming home. I dove in for the banter and stayed for the big, tender feelings. Meadowlark had me in a chokehold (again).
What I Loved:
🌟 Teddy’s “fake fine” mask slipping as she figured out what she really wanted—so real.
🌟 Gus being grumpy on the outside and golden on the inside. Routine guy meets chaos girl = sparks.
🌟 Riley adding heart to every scene; the found-family vibes hit hard.
🌟 Clear communication and emotional maturity (no messy third-act breakup—bless).
🌟 The ranch setting: cozy kitchens, long days, starry nights, soft places to land.
Favorite Scene:
The first time Teddy and Gus finally dropped the act and talked—really talked—about fear, wanting, and choosing each other. It felt intimate, grown, and earned… and then the chemistry exploded.
Favorite Moments:
🌟 Teddy and Riley’s easy bond (crafts, jokes, eye-rolls—cute, cute, cute).
🌟 Teddy with her dad, Hank—fierce love that made my chest ache.
🌟 Gus quietly taking care of Teddy when she needed it.
🌟 The slow shift from “you annoy me” to “you see me.”
Why It’s 5 Stars:
This romance balanced heat, humor, and heart without wasting a page. The banter was top-tier, the character growth felt honest, and the family threads (both blood and chosen) grounded every swoony beat. It’s comfort-read cozy with grown-up depth—and the single-dad x nanny trope was done right.
Final Thoughts:
I laughed, I swooned, I teared up. Teddy & Gus were everything—proof that chaos and routine can make a perfect match when there’s trust in the middle. My favorite of the series so far, and I’m already itching to reread. Saddle up, besties—this one lassoed my heart. 🤠💚
What I Loved:
🌟 Teddy’s “fake fine” mask slipping as she figured out what she really wanted—so real.
🌟 Gus being grumpy on the outside and golden on the inside. Routine guy meets chaos girl = sparks.
🌟 Riley adding heart to every scene; the found-family vibes hit hard.
🌟 Clear communication and emotional maturity (no messy third-act breakup—bless).
🌟 The ranch setting: cozy kitchens, long days, starry nights, soft places to land.
Favorite Scene:
The first time Teddy and Gus finally dropped the act and talked—really talked—about fear, wanting, and choosing each other. It felt intimate, grown, and earned… and then the chemistry exploded.
Favorite Moments:
🌟 Teddy and Riley’s easy bond (crafts, jokes, eye-rolls—cute, cute, cute).
🌟 Teddy with her dad, Hank—fierce love that made my chest ache.
🌟 Gus quietly taking care of Teddy when she needed it.
🌟 The slow shift from “you annoy me” to “you see me.”
Why It’s 5 Stars:
This romance balanced heat, humor, and heart without wasting a page. The banter was top-tier, the character growth felt honest, and the family threads (both blood and chosen) grounded every swoony beat. It’s comfort-read cozy with grown-up depth—and the single-dad x nanny trope was done right.
Final Thoughts:
I laughed, I swooned, I teared up. Teddy & Gus were everything—proof that chaos and routine can make a perfect match when there’s trust in the middle. My favorite of the series so far, and I’m already itching to reread. Saddle up, besties—this one lassoed my heart. 🤠💚
Content Warnings
Moderate: Chronic illness, Sexual content, Grief, Death of parent
Minor: Alcohol