Over the Moon (Gold Valley Romance Book 5) by Liz Isaacson

Can Caleb and Holly navigate their rocky past to find their happily-ever-after?

Caleb Chamberlain has spent the last five years recovering from a horrible breakup, his alcoholism that stemmed from it, and the car accident that left him hospitalized. He’s finally on the right track in his life, and he’s found peace with being a cowboy at Horseshoe Home Ranch for the rest of his life.

Until Holly Gray, his twin brother’s ex-fiance mistakes him for Nathan. Caleb wasn’t around much when Nathan and Holly were an item, and it takes him a few minutes to figure out who she is, but definitely not that long to want to get to know her better. Holly’s back in Gold Valley to get the required veterinarian hours to apply for her graduate program.

When the herd at Horseshoe Home comes down with pneumonia, Caleb and Holly are forced to work together in close quarters. After checking with his brother, Caleb decides he wants to start something with Holly, despite her plans to leave town in eight months.

Holly’s over Nathan, but she hasn't forgiven him—or the woman she believes broke up their relationship. As she and Caleb get to know one another better, she’ll have to figure out if she's really in love with Caleb—or the memory of Nathan—and how to forgive everyone she hasn’t. Can Caleb and Holly navigate such a rough past to find their happily-ever-after?

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Happy release day to this new book by Liz Isaacson!  This book is part of the Gold Valley Romance Series but it can stand alone.  If you love a good ranch setting with cowboys, this may be the book for you.  :)  Liz Isaacson does cowboys well!

Caleb was an impressive guy.  He has fought his way back to sobriety and a steady, hard working life.  Once Caleb decides he's in, he's in.  I loved that.  It's like this is his second chance at life and he knows what he wants.

Holly wasn't my favorite character but she had some redeeming qualities.  She was braver than I think I would be in the face of a church and town filled with people who are against her.

There were some good moments between Caleb an Holly and while this isn't my favorite book by Liz Isaacson, it was enjoyable.  It was easy to settle into and gave me that shot of Happily Ever After that I'm always looking for.  Like an addict.  Ha.

Content:  Clean, some kissing

- I received a copy of this book from the author.  All opinions expressed are my own.

Starting Over at Steeple Ridge (Timeless Romance Single) by Liz Isaacson

Tucker Jenkins has had enough of tall buildings, traffic, and business meetings to determine the next app that will change the world. He's sold his technology firm for billions and traded it for Steeple Ridge Horse Farm in rural Vermont.

Missy Marino has worked at the boarding stable and farm since she was a teen, and she's always dreamed of owning it. But her ex-husband left her with a truckload of debt, making her fantasies of owning the farm unfulfilled.

When she meets Tucker, she starts having a new kind of fantasy—one where they work with the horses together. Tucker didn't come to the country to find a new wife, but he supposes a woman could help him start over in Steeple Ridge. Will Tucker and Missy be able to navigate the shaky ground between them to find a new beginning?

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I love the Timeless Romance series and I love these Timeless Romance singles as well.  The original series is an anthology of novellas written by different authors.  These singles are from those same authors but one at a time so the spotlight shines on just one.  

Starting over at Steeple Ridge is by Liz Isaacson.  It is only about 100 pages, and is set in rural Vermont.  I've always wanted to go to Vermont and this book makes that desire even stronger.  I'm going to have to plan a trip!

I loved Tucker.  He's so out of his element and doesn't really have a clue, but he really wants to learn about horses and the new horse farm he just bought.  Missy is the best of the best when it comes to running and managing the horse farm.  She starts teaching Tucker right away, putting aside her disappointment at not being able to buy the farm herself.  The relationship between Tucker and Missy develops both quickly and agonizingly slowly, if that makes any sense.  :)  Tucker has a kind and generous heart and I loved that about him.  That and his patience.

This was a sweet love story in a beautiful setting.  It was a fun, quick diversion on a rainy day for me.

Content:  Clean, some kisses

- I received a copy of this book free.  A positive review was not required and all opinions expressed are my own.

Second Chance Ranch by Liz Isaacson

A new Christian western romance from bestselling author, Elana Johnson, writing as Liz Isaacson for her contemporary adult romance debut.

After his deployment, injured and discharged Major Squire Ackerman returns to Three Rivers Ranch, anxious to prove himself capable of running the cattle operation so his parents can retire. Things would be easier if the ranch wasn’t missing 1.6 million dollars, which forces Squire to hire Kelly, the girl who rejected his high school prom invitation, as his accountant.

She’s back in town with her four-year-old son, living in her parent’s basement until she can get her life back together. With fresh ink on her divorce papers and open gashes on her heart, she’s not ready for much beyond her new job on the ranch.

Squire wants to forgive Kelly for ignoring him a decade ago. He’d like to provide the stable life she needs, but with old wounds opening and a ranch on the brink of financial collapse, it will take patience and faith to make their second chance possible.

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It's always fun when authors delve into a new genre and write something outside of what is typical for them.  Especially when they do it successfully and I think Elana Johnson (writing as Liz Isaacson) has done very well for her debut contemporary adult romance novel.

I always love a good western with horses and cowboys.  Squire is also military so that brings a few added elements into the mix.  On top of that, it's a second chance love because Kelly and Squire have known each other a long time and Squire kind of carries a torch for Kelly from high school.  There is a bit of a mystery surrounding some missing money on the ranch and Kelly has been hired to find it.  There is even a cute kid and a puppy!  What more could you ask for in a good love story?

Squire and Kelly have some great chemistry that really came through in the story.  I enjoyed their interactions and their conversations.  Even though they both fight it, that attraction could not be dismissed.

Overall and great romantic story!  I settled in and read through it quickly.  I'm looking forward to more in this genre from this author.

Content:  Clean.  No swearing or sexual content.  Christian fiction.