Her Second Chance Cowboy

She’s a city girl determined to leave the past behind. He’s the cowboy who was her first love. Can love lead her home?

Emma Books never imagined she’d return to Crystal Creek, the small town she left behind years ago. But when her father’s unexpected passing leaves her in charge of the family’s struggling ranch, she finds herself torn between her big-city dreams and the pull of her roots.
Determined to sell the ranch and return to her life in the city, Emma is caught off guard by the warmth of the tight-knit community—and the unexpected presence of Cody Hawthorne, her childhood first love turned ruggedly handsome cowboy. As they work side by side to restore the ranch to its former glory, old feelings resurface, and new ones blossom, and Emma finds herself increasingly drawn to Cody’s quiet strength and unwavering support.
But when a wealthy developer sets his sights on her father’s ranch, threatening to destroy her family’s legacy, Emma must decide what truly matters. With the support of Cody and the tight-knit Crystal Creek community, can Emma find the courage to embrace her roots and give love a second chance?
From injured calves to community barn-raisings, from moonlit rides to tender moments under the stars, Emma’s journey is one of self-discovery, healing, and the power of true love. As she navigates the challenges of ranch life and her growing feelings for Cody, Emma learns that sometimes the path to happiness leads right back to where you started.