I lost track of how many times I was brought to tears by this book, awe the best ones always make me cry.
Holly & Cash have so much chemistry, it almost oozes off them, but they also have so many reasons to try to stay apart, mostly on Cash’s end, because on Holly’s end she has loved him way back before he married her best friend, ouch!
I have not read this author before,but she knows how to make everything so real I was reading as fast as I could, almost holding my breath till I knew, bet you will to and I bet I read this authors again..

Holly is back home in La Colina after college and is hoping that people can just let go of the past and the rumors. She knows that nothing will stop her from looking over he best friends daughter now that she's gone nothing including Cash. Cash is set to do anything and everything to avoid Holly she is everything he doesn't want or so he thinks. But when a secret is reviled he wonders if maybe there is more to her or if he is making the best decision to avoid her. Can they come together as friends and figure this all out or are they better left on their tasks at hand?

I thought this was a sweet love story. I think that the biggest thing that Holly needs to work through in this book is was finding a way to forgive herself for some decisions she had made in the past. She is this super strong women who has a huge caring heart and she loved helping those who needed help, animals and humans alike. I really enjoyed the banter between Holly, Will, Carter and Cash. Cash was completely likable and this story has a twist I can honestly say I haven't read in a book in a long time. This book does have adult scene, and some language. I really enjoyed reading this fun story and it was so worth the read.

I have read previous books from this author, and it is, I think, a mark of her skill that she is able to write so strongly with a completely different tone.  

Cash and Holly's story is delivered with aplomb.  Cash has a tendency to be a bit of a jerk when it comes to Holly, but his interactions with his daughter and family are where he is at his best.  

As a counterpoint, Holly is a steady, loyal character - at times to her own detriment.  

The interaction between the two and the development of their relationship is organic and one that I was able to connect with on an emotional level.  

A touching, well written story of loss and second chances.

I voluntarily reviewed an advanced reader copy of this book.

What you don't know can hurt. A lesson Cash learned the hard way. Now he's left to face the fall out of a secretive wife, a devastating loss and single parenthood. What happens when the person you trusted the most, betrays you in the worst way? Saving the Sheriff is a tale of second chances that begins with heartache and ends with forgiveness.

Saving the Sheriff by Kadie Scott was a delightful read. It was a heartwarming story that was filled with touching and emotional scenes that just kept you turning pages.

I really had trouble getting into the book initially and getting caught up in the emotions of the characters. The storyline was good, but it just didn’t stand out in my mind amongst other books in the genre. The blurb was great, but overall the book just fell flat for me.

Oh my!!! I loved, loved, loved Saving the Sheriff by Kadie Scott, book one in The Hills of Texas series. This book made me smile, laugh and even tear up. After a night of getting drunk Cash Hill hooked up with Georgia, which led to an unexpected pregnancy and marriage. On the day Georgia died, Sheriff Cash learned that she was leaving him for another man, one she'd loved since before their marriage. Would this single dad ever be able to trust another woman again, especially, Georgia’s best friend Holly Jensen? Holly returned to La Colina, Texas to work as the new large animal vet and to watch over her best friend’s daughter. Cash believes that Holly knew about Georgia and her secrets, enough so he that he does not trust her, he wants nothing to do with her, despite being attracted to her. Yet, Holly has brought laughter back to his little girl’s life, so there must be some good there. Cash and Holly are faced with a choice, stay locked in the past or allow their reluctance to be quieted by a passion that is hotter than Texas summer nights. Can these two learn to trust their own hearts and each other?

I loved reading this book and didn’t want to put this book down, reading it in one day. Ms. Scott told a wonderful story, drawing me into her books, making me forget the world around me. I highly recommend this book to other readers and look forward to the next book in the series.

I voluntarily reviewed a complimentary copy of this book.

Awesome book! Cash and Holly were great characters and they just seemed to fit together. They have plenty of obstacles to overcome before they can ever find their happily ever after but their journey is one that is filled with emotion while they learn secrets and lies from the past. The book is very well written and the characters well developed. I fell in love with them right away. Can't wait to read more in this new series.

I highly recommend this one.

Saving the sheriff ..... kadie Scott

My review .....


When Holly comes back to La Colina, she brings the weight of the past with her, and the secrets she kept for her best friend.
But she promised her best friend that she’d look out for her daughter, so Holly bites the bullet and tries to mend a few bridges with Cash.

Cash is the sheriff of La Colina, a widower and a parent of a little girl.
He doesn’t trust people too much, as the woman he loved was leaving him for someone else.
So when his dead wife’s best friend comes back wanting to see his daughter, he has a hard time not believing she didn’t know that his wife was planning to run away with her “one love”

We also find out that Holly had a secret crush on Cash in high school. But her Best friend got him first.

Yes we know they will get together, but the journey there was a twist and turn of mistrust and huge secrets, secrets that if found out will destroy both Cash and a little girl.

And when secrets come out, will Cash listen to Holly, or will he turn his back and walk away, yes he has to protect himself, but surely there has to be more than Holly is letting on.

I loved reading the Hill family interact (hoping we get a few stories 😉) with Cash.

Kadie Scott’s ..... SAVING THE SHERIFF is a story of secrets, lies, love and loss.

Boy, am I glad I picked this book up! I confess not too keen on that cover (I don’t think that represent the characters in the story well) but the blurb really intrigued me. This is only the second book of Kadie Scott’s I read and definitely my favorite so far!

This first entry to the “Hills of Texas” series is definitely off with a good start. It’s the story about forgiving oneself and be open to brighter possibilities. Saving the Sheriff got strong characters, engaging story, and equally heart-twisting and entertaining moments! I couldn’t help to be intrigued not only by the man and woman of the hour, but also other side characters with their own potential of stories (a rancher with a broken heart, a quiet horse farmer, a sunny yet enigmatic vet, a military guy who loved his sister, to name a few. I really really hope each of these guys got stories eventually). There’s gotta be more to them than shown here, I practically saw the signals bleeping whenever they appeared on page! But let’s focus on our main characters here: Cash Hill and Holly Jensen, the Sheriff and veterinarian of La Colina, Texas.

Our characters were tied through a late character who happens to be Cash’s wife and Holly’s best friend (although I swear if that woman’s still alive I’d kill her myself with the havoc she caused!!!). Cash had issue with trust (and loyalty) after he the last missive his wife left him and it impacted on how he saw Holly. Unbeknownst to Cash, Holly had a major crush on him when they had been teenagers. Her best friend’s got pregnant by (and then married to) Cash botched their friendship; and they only reconciled after Holly was introduced to Sophia (notice that I’m not mentioning Cash’s late wife. That’s how irked I am by her). Now Holly was back in La Colina, joining the vet clinic and looking after Sophia (and Cash) from afar.

The chemistry between the characters were off chart right from the start. On Holly’s part it’s likely what counted as unsuccessfully-suppressed eternal flame of her youth’s crush blossoming into love. Cash’s case is more complex than that; he disliked Holly as he thought she was no different than his wife but at the same time he’s drawn by the quiet and quirky vet.

These two were far from perfect characters. I even got so irritated at Cash for being so judgy, I expect no less than top notch groveling from him. Turns out, his way of groveling - or his grand gesture, more like - swept me off my feet in the touching most possible way (I wouldn’t spoil the fun so I’m just gonna say I sniffle over that “surprise”). As for Holly, she’s too conscious of her shortcomings, especially the guilt that eaten her away inside over past decisions.

The road that brought them together are long and winding; it’s tortured to watch them dance around each other in one step forward two steps behind sort of way. That saying - and even if that last chapter was a bit of a rush - Cash and Holly’s romance just wonderful to follow! With this sort of start the series made, I would absolutely look forward to the rest of the Hills stories. Those siblings are better watch out! :)


Advanced copy of this book is kindly given by the author/publisher via NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.

3.5 Stars A good start to the Hills of Texas series Saving the Sheriff has a promising storyline and characters. I look forward to reading more of this series.

Saving the Sheriff by Kadie Scott, a new first in The Hills of Texas series. I enjoyed this story. Great characters, dialogue and storyline. It really pulled me in from the first page. A story of secrets, lies and love. I look forward to reading future books in this series and more by Kadie Scott.

Nothing like I was expecting. Just not my type of story I guess. The characters were all wrong to me and the plot just silly.

This is a touching story not only about Sheriff Cash Hill and veterinarian Holly Jensen, but also about promises , friendships, losses, regrets, overcoming the past, secrets, family, forgiveness and the possibilities of finding love.
Cash is a widower and with precocious child , Sophie. While the child’s spirit has dimmed since the death of her mother, Cash’s distrust has grown and no longer enjoys happiness.
Holly , has recently moved back to town to become the equine and large animal vet. She had a crush on Cash in HS but her best friend ended up marrying him.
But she made a promise to Georgiana, Cash’s deceased wife and her best friend, that she would look after her daughter , Sophie.
I enjoyed the Hill family and the love that is evident amongst them.
I see many possibilities of stories about the Hill siblings.
I was gifted this copy by Netgalley and Tule Publishing.
The opinions expressed are solely my own.

I think Kadie Scott may be one of my new favorite authors. With Saving The Sheriff she does another great job in creating a wonderful romance with a twist and turn. Whereas The Wrong Kind of Compatible is just very funny, this story has a lot more depth and drama.

Holly is a large animal vet (you know, the tough doctors who feel inside cows up onto their armpits...) who returns home after her studies to work in the only veterinarian of La Colina. But returning home also means facing the people who condoned her for her actions years ago...

Sheriff Cash Hill is living a solitary live with his four-year-old little daughter Sophie. After his wife Georgia died a year ago, he found out she was planning on walking out on him to go back to the love of her life.

Since Georgia and Holly were thick as thieves, Cash figures that Holly knew about Georgia's wanting to leave him and therefore wants nothing to do with her. However, Holly has promised Georgia to look after her daughter and that is what Holly is intending to do. Even if it means confronting her high school crush Cash Hill. Because Georgia broke one BFF-rule: you never, ever, go after the man your BFF has her eye on. ..

So, Holly wants nothing to do with Cash, and Cash really doesn't want to be near Holly. But in a small town there is not always the option of staying out of each others hairs. And with little Sophie in the middle, there is bound to be an altercation...

When the love of Georgia's live enters the mix, the difficulties reach a new level. Can Holly tell Cash of the secrets she knows? Or is it better to have the secrets buried with the past? And what will the town think of Holly's past?

Heartbreaking, wonderful and keeping you up at night. Five out of five stars from me. With a special thank you to Netgalley for providing the arc.

3 1/2 Star Review......

Saving the Sheriff is my first read by Kadie Scott, and I always love a Cowboy romance!

The storyline was good, but I felt there was a lack of chemistry between Cash and Holly throughout the book, and far too much ‘horse-speak’. Yes, I know that comes with being a vet, but still, it got a bit much. Sophia however was the saving grace for this story as she was adorable and made an impact.

I look forward to seeing what book two entails.

I have read other stories by this author and enjoyed them - the writing is smart and engaging, and the storytelling is usually entertaining. Something about this one just didn't work for me though - the pacing felt too slow and it didn't grab my attention and hold it the way I needed it to. It's possible I'm just not in the mood for a story like this right now, and I may circle back around for it at some point later but for now - it's a DNF at 30%.

This is a story about how the complications that hurt and trust bring can interfere with a relationship that should happen.
Holly Jensen has born feelings of guilt and remorse over leaving her teen siblings to foster care when she left for college.
Cash Hill is still hurting from the untimely death of his wife leaving him to raise their four year old daughter. He has thick walls closing off his heart for protection.
Both Holly and Cash have serious trust issues that prevent them from forming the relationship that lies in wait for them. Issues and complications arise that increase the chasm of distrust unless a resolution perfect for both of them can be found.

My Rating: 4.5 Stars

Sometimes the hardest thing to do is save someone from themselves. Sometimes you need to throw yourself under the bus to do so and hope for the best, especially when you are doing the right thing.

Kadie Scott’s SAVING THE SHERIFF is a story of secrets, lies, love and loss and the ugly scars that can be left on the soul if one cannot/will not move forward. When Holly Jensen came back to La Colina, she brought the weight of the past with her, the secrets she kept for her best friend. Now Georgia is gone, leaving behind a daughter and a husband she was going to leave for another.

Holly has always had a crush on the handsome Sheriff Cash Hill and even though time has passed, her feelings haven’t changed. Too bad Cash sees her as his late wife’s best friend and totally off-limits, even as a friend. When Holy is forced by her conscience to do “the right thing,” even though she knows it will hurt several people she cares about, Cash decides she is definitely public enemy number one, even though his heart keeps saying there is more to the story and the woman.

Will destiny, a collision of the past and present destroy any future these two may have had? The truth can hurt, but it can also heal and maybe it’s time for the Sheriff to move forward.
An emotionally tumultuous tale where, if everyone would listen to their hearts, the problem would be solved! Physically, there is a slow build, then a drop, then a buildup that was refreshing to see.

Cash is a bit aggravating at times, pushing Holly into the “enemy” camp while still giving off “I want you” vibes. Does he not realize that love and hate are two very potent emotions with the exact opposite effects? Guilt by association is not true guilt? And Holly? Wow, she is strong, but vulnerable, and not in a bad way, she had heart and I liked that.

If you’re looking for romance with a touch of country charm and a darling child to amp up the sunshine factor, Kadie Scott has it, right here!

I received a complimentary ARC edition from Tule Publishing!

Series: Hills of Texas - Book 1
Publisher: Tule Publishing (January 23, 2018)
Publication Date: January 23, 2018
Genre: Contemporary Romance
Print Length: 206 pages
Available from: Amazon | Barnes & Noble
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Ok this is the second book by Kadie Scott that I have had the pleasure of reading. I must say I am becoming a huge fan. I already bought her last book the Attraction Equation to read. I read and reviewed The Wrong Kind of Compatible not long ago and loved it! So I was not surprised when I read this book, that I would love it.

In this story Sheriff Cash Hill is a single father of a sweet 4-year-old and a recent widower of a year now. He is struggling through life and can't seem to find his happiness. His daughter is suffering the same fate. That is until his wife's best friend Holly moves to town.

Holly has moved back to her hometown as a favor to her dead best friend. She promised Georgiana that she would look after her daughter Sophie should anything happen to her. So she has moved back home after her college degree and gotten a job as the new vet lady who specializes in horses. There is just one problem. Cash avoids her like she is the plague.

Cash has tried to avoid Holly but he can't seem to quit running into her. He believes that she is just like his wife. Full of secrets and ready to leave at the drop of a hat. But he is so drawn to her. When secrets do come out and she is the center of them he is angry and wants nothing to do with him.

Holly is in love with Cash. She has been since she was a teenager. But she stepped back when her best friend took him. Now that she is back to look after Sophie she can't help but feel those feelings resurface. But when a secret makes him angry, she loses all hope of any kind of relationship. But Holly never deserved a family or to be loved anyway.

This book was a sweet and wonderful romantic read with a deliciously hot cowboy. Who wouldn't love that right?!? I love the way the story is written with a believable world and situations. Kadie took her time telling the story of Cash and Holly and their story flowed smoothly. A definite cozy up by the fire with a large glass of wine kind of story.

The characters in this book were wonderful. So entertaining and fun. I loved Holly! She was so wonderful, even if she felt guilty and almost ruined her happiness because of that guilt. Cash on the other hand was like a tennis match. Back and forth, back and forth with his feelings. I almost go whiplash. I wanted to yell at him "get your ass together man!" So imagine how happy it made me to finally see that happen.

So cozy on up and grab your wine, because you are in for a treat with this book. You will not regret your decision to read it. I promise. A Hallmark worthy moment.

Kadie keeps it up she will have a bright bright future in the book world.

*ARC provided by Kadie Scott