Despite a nontraditional start and a few obstacles thrown in their path, Riley and Jack Campbell-Hayes finally seem to have things going right for them. The Jack is expanding the ranch and Riley is working on business ventures of his own. A newcomer to the ranch, Robbie, is still reeling from a loss but happy to be on board and assisting Jack in any way he can. And Riley's photography friend Eli has convinced the guys to let him use the Double D for a cowboy-themed photoshoot. When Eli and Robbie's paths cross, it's lust-at-first-sight for Eli...but Robbie's hesitant to get involved with someone new. As the various business opportunities are pursued all around, it's Eli and Robbie who need to decide what to do about the Texas heat this time around...

I find myself thoroughly enjoying this series--more than I expected I would. With everything that went on in the first book, I was not sure if the author would be able to sustain an interesting story that continues to develop the characters and keep readers interested. But while everything did blow up in the first book, I still find myself along with these guys every step of the way and on every single page. ( )

OMG. Give me a date!

I need to read this like a fish needs water.

OMG. Give me a date!

I need to read this like a fish needs water.

There was a lot going on in this book and I got to the end slightly unsatisfied with the resolutions. It all felt a little hastily wrapped up, particularly Robbie's sudden turnaround from drifter to settled down and in love cowboy, Riley's business dealings, our introduction to Austin which seemed to have little point to its inclusion in the end, and Eden and Sean's issues.

I love Riley and Jack to death, but didn't get the chance to fall for Robbie and Eli as there was too much going on to allow them to become 'real' for me.

I hope there is a sequel planned that will perhaps expand on some of these plot threads, as well as showing Riley and Jack's journey with surrogacy.

( )

This installment still has them over coming some issues and angst but things seem to be coming together. Their love is real and big. I like the new characters and I wouldn't mind hearing more about them. ( )