Redemption Ridge

Kieran Sullivan is broken when he arrives at Redemption Ridge. A wrongful conviction and twenty months in lockup will do that to a man. The ranch is a place for second chances and fresh starts, but for him, it's an opportunity to discover who set him up. Get in, get answers, and get out. The plan sounds easy enough until Kieran meets an equine specialist whose sunny smile could warm the coldest heart. Finley Ashe is a sucker for bruised spirits and sad eyes. The horse whisperer and broken-boy magnet is six months into a hiatus from love when Kieran, the king of emotionally unavailable men, gets assigned to work under his supervision. Mutual attraction is gasoline on proximity's flame, testing Finley's resistance in new ways. Priorities shift, shields come down, and truths get exposed. Will the inevitable combustion redeem Kieran and Finley or consume them? Contains mature themes.

Ivan Gallagher's first and only attempt at love nearly cost him everything-his reputation, family, and even his freedom. Needing an outlet for his pent-up passion, the gruff foreman turns his beekeeping hobby into a successful business. Just when he's on the verge of taking his liquid gold to the next level, a granted favor transforms his orderly life into a sticky mess. Rory Snyder was born with a silver spoon in his mouth, but wealth couldn't spare him from loss and heartache. Finding himself at the center of a dangerous media storm, the social media influencer seeks refuge at Redemption Ridge. Too bad the Viking-sized Ivan seems impervious to Rory's charms because he could use a sexy distraction from the chaos threatening to ruin his life. Predawn collisions in the hallway lead to revelations, explorations, and something far sweeter than honey. Soon, living in the moment becomes living for the moment. But for how long? A future seems impossible for the humble foreman and the fortunate son until a common nemesis makes Ivan and Rory realize what they truly stand to lose. Contains mature themes.

From ex-con to self-made millionaire, there's no challenge too tough for Cash Sweeney to conquer. So why has he spent twelve years pining for his best friend instead of doing something about it? Because losing Nick would be like existing with half of his heart. Is it better to settle for what he can have or battle for what he wants? Banged up and burned out, FBI Agent Nick Scott arrives at Redemption Ridge with a trunk full of luggage and a yearning heart. Cash is easy to love but hard to read, and Nick fears his epiphany has come too late. Does he tuck his tail and run or fight for the man who's become his home? Tender gestures and heartfelt conversations lead to thrilling revelations neither man can ignore. No more what-ifs or maybes. Cash and Nick are all in. And they'll need each other more than ever when a devious enemy emerges from the shadows to put their promising future at risk. With the stakes so high, will the guys double down or fold to pressure? Contains mature themes.

Owen Doyle's rough beginnings taught him not to form attachments, yet he's drawn to Tyler Booth like a magnet. Their relationship has blossomed from strangers to the best friends, with each twist in the journey weaving their connection tighter. But Owen has a six-year secret that's become unbearably painful to keep. As the seams of his resistance fray, Owen will lean into a new mentoring opportunity to keep from ruining the best thing in his life. Tyler will never regret going to jail and getting sober because meeting Owen saved his life and taught him how to trust again. Their inseparable bond has earned much teasing over the years, but Tyler doesn't recognize himself without Owen. When he senses a yawning chasm between them, he'll turn to mutual friends for help. Their well-meaning advice opens Tyler's eyes to unexplored possibilities and will snap missing puzzle pieces into place. Some hopes are too big to stifle, and some truths are too big to ignore. A photo booth, smoking-hot kisses, and honest revelations will take Owen and Tyler's intimacy to a new level. But before they can achieve their happily ever after, they must unload the baggage from their pasts. Contains mature themes.

Sabotaged brakes didn't kill Rueben Sanchez, but waiting for his assailants' trial to start just might. A potential witness for the prosecution can't explore his lusty feelings for the sheriff who saved him, but that doesn't stop his imagination from running wild. When the delay threatens to stretch on for years, Rueben feels his dreams slipping out of reach. Should he surrender or fight for his man? Pressure and scrutiny are nothing new to Seth, but shouldering his duties has never felt like a burden until they keep him from the man he wants. Cracking an unsolved murder, safeguarding a high-profile trial, and winning re-election should be enough to keep him busy. But he can't stop thinking about the weekend he shared with Rueben. Are they as good together as Seth remembers, or is his memory swayed by the allure of the forbidden? Late-night phone calls and shared secrets lead to a lakeside cabin rendezvous. But one encounter isn't enough, and the two men will risk everything to explore their bond. When a series of chilling events rock the county, Rueben and Seth must put more than their hearts on the line because one misstep could prove fatal. Contains mature themes.

Kerry likes his beer cold, his coffee hot, and sex without strings. Running an emergency response crew takes up most of his time, and he reserves the rest for his family. Besides, he's experienced enough heartache for two lifetimes and isn't looking for more misery. Kerry's carefully crafted peace shatters when he meets Keegan, a hazel-eyed hottie and his brother's new friend. Falling for Kerry is a collision waiting to happen, but Keegan can't resist the heroic hunk's charm. Smoldering eyes and wicked grins tempt Keegan to go flat-out, even when he's barreling toward a dead end. Rejection is the last thing his newfound confidence needs, but the crash might be worth the risk if Kerry's there to give him mouth-to-mouth. A crowded bar. A slow song. Months of mutual pining reach a fever pitch, and the invitation is out of Kerry's mouth before he can stop it. Three minutes. Two battered hearts. One dance that changes everything. Brick by brick, Kerry and Keegan dismantle the walls around their hearts to build something beautiful together. But old habits die hard, and traumas are slow to heal. Their love will either be the most beautiful gift or the messiest mistake. Contains mature themes.

The best way to get over a cheating jerk is to get under someone new. Dominic isn't looking for love or salvation at the Thirsty Cowboy. He needs a temporary escape, and the universe provides him with the sexiest distraction he's ever seen. Sven is a sucker for sad eyes, thick thighs, and a Royal Cosmopolitan. He scores the trifecta when a broody hunk buys him a drink. Sparks fly, passions flare, and a simple kiss becomes a four-alarm blaze until an untimely interruption douses the men with an icy reality, pitting loyalty against lust. They shouldn't. They couldn't. Spoiler alert: they do! It was supposed to be one and done but memories of their encounter won't let go. A single text triggers two years of conversations, healing, and an endearing friendship. An unexpected invitation could provide the nudge their hearts need. Exploring their reignited passion for two weeks in Vail would be a heavenly hideaway if not for a hellish houseguest's resolve to cause trouble. Family rifts and uncomfortable confrontations abound, and embracing a future with Sven means Dom must face his past. Is their love strong enough to withstand the fire, or will they go down in flames? Contains mature themes.

Guys Like Him: Kieran is broken when he arrives at Redemption Ridge. A wrongful conviction and twenty months in lockup will do that to a man. The ranch is a place for second chances. Finley is a sucker for bruised spirits. The horse whisperer and broken-boy magnet is on a hiatus from love when Kieran gets assigned to work under his supervision. The Fortunate Son: Ivan's first and only attempt at love nearly cost him everything. Needing an outlet, the gruff foreman turns his beekeeping hobby into a successful business. Rory was born with a silver spoon in his mouth, but wealth couldn't spare him from loss and heartache. The social media influencer seeks refuge at Redemption Ridge. A future seems impossible for the two until a common nemesis makes them realize what they stand to lose. Saints Like Him: From ex-con to self-made millionaire, there's no challenge too tough for Cash Sweeney. So why has he spent twelve years pining for his best friend instead of doing something? Because losing Nick would be like existing with half of his heart. FBI Agent Nick Scott arrives at Redemption Ridge with a trunkful of luggage and a yearning heart. Cash is easy to love but hard to read, and Nick fears his epiphany has come too late. Cash and Nick will need each other more than ever when a devious enemy emerges from the shadows.