Margaret Watkins
I thoroughly enjoyed Starting Over at Steeple Ridge. It is a story that can be read in an evening, but has all the substance and depth of Ms Isaacson other cowboy books. When Tucker decides to leave his busy city life behind and settle in small town Island Park, buying a ranch out of town, he finds the peace and quiet he has been looking for. He doesn't expect the ranch to come with an attractive but feisty manager who knows more about horses than he will ever know. Missy is paying the price for being married to a man that had not proved himself to be husband material and she knows that she will still be paying for a long time yet. Her dreams of buying the ranch have come to nought and she feels a certain amount of resentment that a rich city slicker could just walk in and take it over from her. The fact that the city slicker is good looking, kind and is attracted to her is beside the point. The attraction between Tucker and Missy grows, but because issues remain unresolved between them, when the match that lights the fire of discontent ignites, both Missy and Tucker retreat. This tender love story speaks of second chances and mature love. Although it is part of series, it is nevertheless a standalone and ends on a very positive note. I received a copy of this book as a gift and this is my honest and voluntary review.
Dawn Pearson
Tucker Jenkins decides to step away from his business and city life where people only want to be with him because of his money. Therefore, he seeks out a slower, small town pace and buys a horse farm in rural Vermont. But, will he honestly be able to leave it all behind? Or will his fears over being judged for his money continue to haunt him? Missy Marino is the horse trainer and stable manager of the horse farm Tucker purchases. But, what he doesn't know is that she has dreamed for years of owning it. Unfortunately, a failed marriage snuffed those dreams out and left her with a mountain of debt. Even though she tries not to show bitterness and anger, it leaks out when Tucker reveals exactly how wealthy he is. Will their hopes of being together evaporate? I honestly liked this story. It has an excellent foundation in Christian values and faith in God. Forgiveness, gratitude, and trust are major themes. Will Tucker and Missy allow God to handle their dreams in life? Are they willing to trust God? Romance - PG - some kisses Language - Clean My rating - 5 stars
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Bonnie Griffith
I love her books ❤️ Wish I could find more for my Kindle.