Her Secret Ranger by Donna Michaels is the second book in The Men of At Ease Ranch series.  I have not read book one but I was able to follow along.  
Beth is an event planner in a town two hours away.  She is planning her friend’s wedding.  While in town 2 weeks prior she had a 2 night stand with a sexy cowboy.  She had no idea she would run into him again and the sparks would still be explosive.  
Former Army Ranger Brick cannot believe his luck when the woman from his dreams shows back up and gives him an earth shattering kiss.  This leads to their first date and plenty of action.  I found it endearing that he was trying to be a gentleman but the attraction was almost too much for him.  
I also liked that Beth was normally a straight laced kind of woman.  Brick brought out her adventurous side.  
I am always a fan of authors who create great female friendships.

Standalone small town cowboy romance / a brother’s best friend and sister romance that is the perfect escapism book!

After reading In a Ranger’s Arms I was eager to read the next book in this series and Her Secret Ranger did not disappoint. Mixing a one night stand - turned more - turned best friend’s sister with a twist, this book was just as fun, flirty, and sexy as the previous book that makes it one of those great escapism books. I don’t want to say too much to avoid spoiling the plot but if you love a standalone small town cowboy romance or a brother’s best friend and sister romance definitely give this well written book a read! You won’t regret it.

Told from dual points of views, Beth and Brick have an incredibly steamy attraction that they just can’t ignore, despite neither fully wanting a relationship. Both Beth and Brick were likeable, a little feisty, definitely sexy, and just all around great characters with realistic flaws that everyone can relate to. There were some new and old sub-characters that helped move this fast paced book along and expand on the main two characters further. What I love about this series and the characters is the emotional undertone the books take on but without being too heavy and serious, get the balance of light hearted and serious just right. 

I can’t wait to read more in this series! Definitely recommend this book.

Ms. Michaels' can brighten up any day with her enchanting characters and heartwarming stories. If laughter is the best medicine, Her Secret Ranger is the perfect remedy to chase away the blues. Beth is uptight. With an overbearing boss, who makes her life miserable. A rapidly approaching wedding and an overprotective family, she has a lot on her plate. When a friendly dare leads to a bold decision, her need to relax goes out the window, along with her heart. A person can't help but smile while reading the light and amusing romance.

This story should have been called My Sexy, Sexy, Secret Ranger. 

Brick Mitchum has earned his nickname “Romeo” for a reason, he loves women… for a single night. With love in the air at the At-Ease ranch and after meeting Beth, Brick has been having second thoughts about relationships. Especially since this sweet and sexy buxom woman has been occupying more and more of his thoughts and heart. 

When even organizer Beth Brannigan went to help with her best friend’s wedding, she never thought she would have a fling with a cowboy, after all, her definition of adventure normally consisted in color codding her planner. 

Thinking Beth needs son fun and excitement in her life, her friend dares her to kiss a stranger, Beth was happily surprised to see the lucky man was her secret cowboy and didn’t hesitate to slap on a big ‘ol smooch which lead to more kisses, more dates, and just plain more. But when Beth figures out her secret cowboy is actually a ranger who served alongside her brother, she knows things will go south. Can she convince Brick to give them a shot after she tells him who she is? 

I read the first book in the series and was charmed by the characters, the small town and Lula Belle the cow. Yes a cow made me smile! And I couldn’t wait to read about the other Mitchum brother.

This is a sexier read than the previous book, a much, much sexier one that fogged up my eReader from the get go because the protagonist just couldn’t seem to take their hands off each other. 

Building from their irresistible attraction, their relationship goes from fling to f-al-ling in love between laughs and sensual touches and a lot of sneaking around in Beth’s case after she gathers Brick is her brother’s Army Ranger friend. 

Even though she’s a grown woman and shouldn’t base her decisions on other people’s opinions, I did understand where she came from and the cloak and dagger made for some humorous situations, and when the time came to fess up I wanted to slap her brother and Brick over the head for being so silly. 

I loved having Lula Belle, Stone, Jovy and the rest of the men from the At Ease ranch back. I can’t wait to read about Cord, Beth’s brother.

Her Secret Ranger is book #2 in the Men At Ease Ranch series by Donna Michaels. This a fun, sexy and fast standalone romance, told from both points of view with a happy ending and introduction to the next couple in the series.

Another feel good romance from Donna Michaels'"The Men of At Ease Ranch" series.  The men of At Ease Ranch are ex military/cowboys with plenty of macho and sex appeal. This second installment is Brick's (Romero) story about finding the one and validating the bro code accidentally because he doesn't know Beth  is the sister of one of his Ranger buddies. 

To be fair Beth didn't know Brick was one of her brother's friends until way into their relationship and by that time she went to great lengths to keep that fact hidden so she could enjoy her secret cowboy as long as possible. If you want to read a low drama, steamy romance this is that kind of book. An enjoyable read with just enough twists and turns to keep you turning the pages.

I voluntarily reviewed an advance reader copy provided by Entangled Publishing, LLC. / NetGalley

When Beth hooked up with Brick, she didn't know he was one of her brothers military buddies or that she would meet him again. But two weeks later, when they meet by chance, they can't keep their hands off each other. 
Beth starts falling for Brick as the hook up turns into a fling, and then into something more, and knows that he will end their relationship the minute he knows who her brother is. And Beth wants to enjoy all her time with Brick before that happens. 
What will happen when Brick comes to know the truth ? 
Her secret ranger is a fast paced, sexy, sassy and a totally fun read. Their chemistry was sexy and at the same time sweet, totally drool worthy. The author has done an amazing job with the first 2 books in the series and I can't wait for the next one.

I finished it in three hours because I'm so stoked with Brick and Beth!

I like a hot cowboy who is a Former Ranger and who owns a Construction Firm. I dreamed of being an event planner and I was jealous of Beth.

The chemistry with these two was sizzling that hit the right places on me. The military code names and brotherhood added spice to the story.

I can't wait for Cord and Haley story next, Donna Michaels! Yes, I know they are going to end up too.  

Thank you for the ARC, NetGalley and Entangled Publishing!

Review: 

I actually had lot of fun reading this one. The plot is fresh and invigorating, bith in terms of characters, the narration and the chemistry of all that. The plot definitely keeps you enegaged till the very end. The characterisation is real and involved with the elements of the plot and the chemistry of the lead characters is simply off-the-chart. Thenpresence of secondary characters and their individuality helps in balancing the plot and keeps it from becoming one of those heavily-lusted books. 

While the title is sumbiotic with the plot, I do not understand why the cover jmage has to resemble some kind of poster advertisement for a clothing line, instead of being real with the story. 

My rating: 4 out of 5

Great hot read for the beach or a cold winter night.

Meh...I didn't love this one as much as the first book in this series. I found it eye-rolling that Beth would keep it a secret that Cord was her brother for 80% of the book. Then again I am not crazy about the whole "my sibling has a say in who I date" trope. Or the ridiculous "bro code" shit that gets spouted around in these types of books. I can't even imagine for one-second caring who one of my siblings dated. 

Hopefully, the next book is better.

A former military team turned cowboys to help other veterans reintegrate back into society. They transform a family farm into barracks for men and women to come to after leaving the military, to find themselves and work through any issues they may have. 

The farm actually belongs to Brick and his brother, Stone. They take the other team members on as equal partners to help with the construction and therapies offered. The farm is free to veterans. Brick and his friends own and run a construction company to bring in much needed funds for the farm.

Cord is Brick’s best friend. They’ve been there for each other since they met in basic training. 

Beth is an event planner, and Cord’s little sister. She goes out to the local saloon one night for a much needed break and meets a sexy cowboy that she spends the weekend with and then they go their separate ways. No last names exchanged. 

Fast forward 2 weeks, they run into each other again. Sparks are still flying and they start seeing each other. Lots of steamy sex scenes but I would have liked to seen more interaction between them outside the sex scenes. When Beth discovers that Brick is one of Cord’s Ranger buddies, she hides the truth from both of them knowing it would be the end of the relationship. I struggled a bit with her keeping it secret so long but sort of understood why. 

Cord was a little over the top protective of his baby sister. Brick’s pouting after the blow up was a bit much for a former Ranger. What a great cast of supporting characters. I loved Jovy for forcing the issue! It looks like Cord’s story is up next!

This is my first book in this series and I easily read it as a standalone. Although I am interested in going back for Stone’s story. I look forward to continuing this series.

I voluntarily reviewed an ARC provided by NetGalley.

Military men seem to have a code for everything.  Most are easily understood but when it's not allowed to date a buddy's sister that is a hard one to follow.  A quick weekend hookup should have been forgotten but something happened when Brick and Beth accidentally meet again, fireworks galore.  While the ending is predictable the adventure there is fun, sexy and a little crazy.  Each of the men at the ranch have a story to be told but these could be read independently, except the characters reappear.  Like the adorable cow crushing on Stone who is constantly jealous of Jovy.  Michaels wrote a fun series that can be enjoyed in an evening and leaves us wanting more stories.  I received an advanced copy from Netgalley.

This second installment in The Men of At Ease Ranch was awesome!  Along with excellent writing and intriguing characters, there is a great story that will keep you turning the pages.  The usually straight laced Beth Brannigan decides just this once to let loose and have a little fun with the very sexy Brick Mitchum.  Never expecting to see him again she's surprised when she runs into him when she returns to her hometown to handle a short term project.  Beth is excited to be back and wants to see her brother but having a little more fun with Brick would be nice too.  That is until those two worlds collide in spectacular fashion!

An excellent quick read that I would highly recommend.

When Brick and Beth starts a relationship Brick don't know that Beth is his best friends sister and Beth don't know that her brother is Brick's friend. There's a code and they both know about it........what happens when the truth comes out, because it is bound to come out at some point, isn't it?

I love this book, although I wanted to scream at Beth at times to come clean with the guys.

Beth and Brick's connection is so well described with so much feelings that I had tears in my eyes. The author has a way of writing that pulls me in to the story and keeps a hold on my brain, heart and soul. I laughed, cried and felt like I was beside the characters in the story.

The storyline is good and the writing style makes it easy to read. It doesn't make it less easy with all the dialogues, which I alway enjoy.

The love scenes was great and hot but still the author made them full of sweetness so it was a perfect mix in my opinion.

In addition to a wonderful love story this is also a story about the unique connection forming between people serving their country and facing challenges together. The respect some of them have for each other can last long after their home. At Ease Ranch is a place where they come together to live, work and support each other.

I'm fully prepared for Cord and his history with Haley, and that's what I also love about this series is that I get a little hint of the next story(hopefully)

Great book by a great author. This is the ssecond book in this series and its as great as the first. I really like that the author mentioned the cow again. Is love worth losing your best friend, your brother? Damn right it is and Beth and Brick show us why.

This is a great second book in the Men of At Ease Ranch. Not necessary to read the first book but you will recognize character and know about them by reading it first. Beth is in town to plan her friend's wedding. While there she hooks up with Brick, a local cowboy. It's laid back and just sex till it's not an they start spending more time together. When Beth realizes Brick works with her brother, she starts to freak out as there's an unwritten pact about not dating your military brother's sister. So Beth lies and then has a hard time trying to see both her brother and Brick at separate times. Disaster strikes but it was a great read getting there. I love how Donna introduces the two characters for her next book but it's done quietly.

This was a cute story! And I do love a hero that is all-in, as doesn't dither about wanting to be in a relationship. However, the bro-code annoyed me while building up to the story's climax. As a brother, Cord would forfeit his sister and his best friend's happiness over your dumb code? There was a good grovel at the end, so all was not lost. The secondary characters were really fun and it was nice to see that the folks on the ranch all really cared about each other. I haven't read the first in the series, and this worked as a standalone for me.

Her Secret Ranger by Donna Michaels is Book 2 of The Men of At Ease Ranch Series. While this story is part of a series, it can be read as a standalone. 

Hawt dayum this book is absolutely scrumptious! Cowboys/rangers and a best friend’s sister troupe make this perfect combo of a read. The connection between Brick and Beth is sizzling hot and will suck you in from page one. Nicely done Ms. Michaels.  

Please note that an ARC was generously provided in exchange for an honest review of which this is both honest and completely voluntary.

This book reminded me so much of another series that is similar yet slightly different too. I love reading about military men and this one is a great addition to this series of these hot, yet wary men.

This story is told mainly from Beth's POV but we also get the guys insight too. The author adds fuel to the flame in a quick manner and the pages are lit up with hot action and drool worthy descriptions that capture your attention. This book was difficult to put down so I was happy I was able to read it all in one shot. A great read with plenty of action and interest.

While I have not read part one, I was not at a loss. It as easy to follow and yet I want to go grab book one. I have a feeling that one also has sparks flying!

I loved book 1 of the series, In a Ranger’s Arms, and was looking forward to this one. I am sorry to say I was disappointed.
The story centers around Brick and Elizabeth (Lizzie/Beth), an assistant event planner whose brother, Cord,  was an Army Ranger and who, with his buddies, is running a ranch for returned Vets. One of his buddies is Brick. They meet in a bar not knowing that Cord was a common denominator in their lives. Cord has kept Beth/Lizzie away from his buddies and they in turn have a rule , Do Not Date a buddy’s sister. Beth/Lizzie figures it out  who Brick is 1/3 of the way through the story , but not Brick.
The 1st 1/4 of the book was good as was the last 1/5 of the book. In between, it was repetitive , lots of sex , more repetition, more sex, and Beth/Lizzie keeping secrets.
That said, I am looking forward to Cord’s story. 
I was gifted this book by Netgalley and Entangled Publishing. The opinions expressed are solely my own.