Tempting the Rancher – Leslie North – Blog Tour
In the second-chance romance Tempting the Rancher, we meet Nathanial, the very tempting rancher, and world traveler, January. Can they give love a chance knowing January will be leaving again?
TEMPTING THE RANCHER by Leslie North
Publication Date: April 23, 2018
Genre: Contemporary Romance
Source: Xpresso Book Tours
Story Rating: 4/ 5
Romance Rating: 3/5
Description:
Texas rancher Nathaniel Meier always puts his responsibilities first. With his father dead, his brothers away, and his mother off “finding herself,” it’s Nat who runs their sprawling ranch. But with cattle to sell and the bank breathing down his neck, he needs all the help he can get, even when that help comes from the last person he ever expected to see again—his childhood sweetheart January Rose.
Free-spirited January always dreamed of traveling the world. The moment she turned eighteen, she left Close Call, Texas behind and barely looked back. So now that she’s home, she intends to stay only long enough to earn some cash and get back on the road. But when she comes face to face with Nat Meier, she quickly realizes the boy she left behind is now all man.
Even for a nomad like January, wanderlust sometimes gets lonely, and Nat is the one person who’s called to her, even after a decade apart. But for a man ruled by responsibility and a woman whose suitcase is her home, the future is uncertain. And the closer they get, the more Nat worries he’s going to get burned…again.
Review:
I’m going to be honest, I was drawn to this book because of the drool-worthy cover. There’s just something about cowboy hats…
Firstly, I have to commend the author for talking about the smell of the pasture. It’s certainly unique and remembering that smell brought me right back to my childhood. It seems way too many books forget to write about the smell of places, especially if it’s not something anyone would want to bottle up and buy as a perfume.
January was a super likable character. For the last 10 years, she’s been traveling the world. Living the life and sending strategic postcards back home. The thought of staying in one place for too long feels suffocating for her. She’s also super sweet and names all the animals on the ranch.
This is a second chance romance. 10 years ago, January and Nathanial were in love. She ripped his heart out when she left to fulfill her dream of traveling the world. When she unexpectedly returns to town there is still an undeniable connection between the two of them. Understandably, Nathanial isn’t willing to risk experiencing that hurt again.
I absolutely love when animals capture my heart in books and the cow and calf, Reece and Mae, managed to do that. They were adorable. Their personalities and the way January interacted with them was my favorite part of the book.
Tempting the Rancher was a good story, I found the characters relatable, and the struggles they faced felt realistic. However, my one big complaint, and I mentally took 2 stars off for this, is that I was bored. I didn’t see an introduction, rising tension, climax and resolution like I do in most books. It was simply moderate tension and resolution. The idea for the story was great in theory. But, on paper, it lacked enough drama and action to keep me interested. I felt as though I was reading the same concerns and situations over and over again.
With that said, I had to add another star for the epilogue. It tied everything up exactly the way I had hoped and left me with a smile on my face.
Overall, Tempting the Rancher was a solid read if you enjoy stories about life on a ranch. I would recommend this book to anyone looking for a light read that will leave you with a smile on your face.
If you like books about ranchers as much as I do, you might enjoy Ryders Ridge or The Reluctant Rancher.
Since I’m sure we can all use a little Monday pick me up, I’ve included some pictures of my favorite cowboy hats. Enjoy!
Whew, those are some nice hats!
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23 Comments
Giselle [Xpresso Reads]
Great review! This sounds like an overall fun, entertaining read. And really who can say no to that cover? Lol!
Lauren Becker
Sorry to hear you were a bit bored, but I’m glad there were other aspects you really enjoyed. I do love likeable animal characters – and second chance romances!
-Lauren
http://www.shootingstarsmag.net
Saturday Nite Reader
If you like cowboys you should check out Maisey Yates Copper Ridge series!
kisslikeagirl
I’ve been meaning to read her for way to long. I’ve had Part Time Cowboy on my kindle since 2015!
Empress DJ
It looked like a winner, until you were bored, shucks!
Finitha Jose
I am not a fan of cowboy stories, but this one looks really interesting. Nice review!
bookwormscornerblogspot
Ok by the end of this blog post I could have done with a cowboy hat to fan myself with. Wonderful thorough review. I entered the comp. 🙂
kisslikeagirl
LOL, I could have used one of those too!
Corey
Interesting might have to add it to my wish list and love the hats too 😘
Bewitched Reader Book Blog
Cowboys are my favorite. I may have to keep this one in mind. Thanks for the review! 😀
Whispering Stories
Not one for me, but great review and giveaway
Allie Bock
Loved your Monday pick me up! Love cowboys in hats!
Victoria
I love the cover and enjoyed reading your review – thanks for sharing!
terriluvsbooks
Oh man, those cowboys are going to get me every flippin time.
Megan @ Ginger Mom
This book looks great 🙂 Definitely one I will be picking up ASAP. I love books with cowboys in them!
Lucy | Succeed Now
Seems like a good book to read for some self-care time to relax 💗
Susan
Thanks for doing such a good job of conveying the flavor of the book – sounds like a fun, light read – and thanks for sharing the pics of the hot cowboys 🙂
kumamonjeng
I was drawn to this book because of the 6 packs abs and the cowboy hats. I am happy to know there is second chance romances, this always interest me.
Iféoluwa (@Ifesstyleroom)
The cover is definitely captivating, I haven’t read romance novel in a while but I will check this out
Evelyn Lo Foreman
First off, the hat was not the first thing I noticed on the cover! (LOL) Your review of this book makes it a tempting read. I love that the characters are relatable and struggles realistic, and though I might get bored, I’m willing to give it a go! ☺️ Xo, Evelyn, PathofPresence
tachira wiltshire
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Jolanda LovestoRead
Sounds great, love stories about cowboys! <3
Kamapala Chukwuka (@kami_chukwuka)
Hmm, looking at the cover I’d pick this book up any day. However, reading through your very honest and beautifully written review I’m tempted to pass. Thanks so much for always keeping it real with your reviews. Enjoyable read.