I enjoyed this book it was a light-hearted romance. This is a continuation of a series that i read a long time ago. I love returning and catching up on what the children and grandchildren are up to.

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The story starts off right in the middle of the drama and turmoil Adelaide Smythe and Wyatt Lockhart have created around themselves. Learning to trust, being able to forgive, the stressful life of newborn parents, a relationship that never really had a chance to grow, and the trouble in-between the families are enough to create friction and strain, that is nearly impossible to overcome.
Wyatt Lockhart is very likable and admirable character. He has a big, loving heart, he is determined to make the best out of his life, he is protective of his loved ones, and he is lost when it comes to trying to find the way back to Adelaide's heart. I loved him as a caring dad, as fumbling husband, as a loving partner, and I just wanted Adelaide to be able to trust and forgive so they could move on, hopefully together.
Adelaide had her issues. She is the least romantic person, she has high walls around her, she is careful with her feelings about everything, she tries her best to keep Wyatt at arm's length from her heart. She is a loving and caring mother, but she has to forgive and forget to be able to live in peace.
I really enjoyed the story, the way the characters had a chance to grow, develop, both in their lives as people, but as a couple and parents as well. The everyday struggle of just surviving with tiny babies, the emotional roll-a-coaster new parents seems to be in, was all described in such a real and authentic way.
Adelaide and Wyatt had a lot of issues between them, but they get to the gritty, they do the work, sometimes with the help of the community, sometimes on their own. The passion and attraction between them are evident, nearly palpable, but it takes more than that to make it in life for the forever kind of relationship, and Adelaide and Wyatt learn the hard way that sometimes you have to take the rough roads to get where you desire to be.
This is a different kind of romance, more about what can happen after the 'I do' is said, how hard it can be to start to built a life together, how many things can affect it, and how much stress and work as well as blessings little bundles of joy can really be. What it takes to honestly forgive and forget, and what if loving each other isn't enough, are they willing to do the work it requires or are they going to walk away? Really a thought provoking and honest story about loving and living to the fullest that takes you through the emotions but leaves you with a smile
~ Four Spoons with a teaspoon on the side

Adelaide and Wyatt have history and it seems the two have a few surprises that are keeping the two together, for now that is. For now they'll stay together until they figure how to settle things and the fact that they are now closer then ever makes thing so difficult.

I liked the book, I wasn't expecting that bit of a mystery when it came to the fathers aspect so I thought that was interesting. Then there was the reason that brought the two together, I thought it was interesting seeing how they worked on tough situations. There was romance and plenty of steamy sessions throughout the book. Overall this was a pretty enjoyable book, also nice to read around valentines day since its a holiday read, even if it can be read at any time. I just like to match books around holidays when they are mentioned in the book.

A definite good read and buy book. I was delighted to sit and just escape within the story. The characters were not as well developed as I would of liked however, it had a very good pace. The details and the plot were enjoyable. I just enjoyed the read. It was hard to give it an overall rating due to personal preferences but this author never really disappoints. So in this case, only because of what I consider lacking development in the characters themselves I downgraded it from 5 to 4 stars. The writing is really good and of course.... it is a GOODREAD! so buy and enjoy! I was given this book in return for an honest review. Anna Swedenmom

This one of the few books, I'd pickup and give more than a second look at based strictly on the cover. Just look at the faces of those darling babies and it's by one of my fav writers, Cathy Gillen Thacker. Of her more than 50 published books, most are cowboy romances. Cowboys, babies and a second chance at love, got me at page one.
This has your HEA but but no means has it been quick or easy for Wyatt and Addie. If you want a quick satisfying read be sure and pick this up, you won't be disappointed.

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