This is the second book in the series and I always recommend starting from the first book. This is Mark's book the oldest of the Bennetts. He is seriously attracted to newcomer Katelyn who is also the wedding coordinator for Sophie and James wedding. And even though he is attracted to her he is fighting it because he has so much on his shoulders and doesn't feel a woman would want to do deal with the hours that he devotes to the farm. Katelyn is starting over, new job, new town and now new friends, she had a comfortable steady boyfriend for over 10 years but it was blah relationship and now she has this chemistry and spark with Mark who is seriously hot, but for some reason he is fighting this attraction but Katelyn is determined to change his mind and go after what she wants. They do not have a seamless road but everything worth it is worth fighting for..Enjoy!

2.5 stars
I was given an ARC of this book from NetGalley for my honest review.
This is the second of the Bennett Brothers series that centers around oldest brother Mark. Mark is running the ranch after his father’s death. He has a reputation as a stoic jerk, and doesn’t date much. He meets Katelyn, the local resort event coordinator, when paying for his younger brother’s wedding. There is an instant attraction for both of them, but Mark resists because he feels he doesn’t deserve someone like Katelyn. This book didn’t really do it for me. Mark was really whiny and angsty. I didn’t understand why Katelyn was so enamored with him. Also, this was basically a cowboy 50 Shades of Grey, not my type of book.

Awesome title!

Well if you weren't in love with the strong and silent type from book one of this series, aka MARK, you definitely will be after reading Riding Hard!

So what did I like about this book... all of it! First, let's just focus on the Bennett family and ranch. We have 3 hot cowboys carrying on a family business after the death of their father. Mama Lou is amazing and every woman's dream for a mother-in-law. If you get her fried chicken recipe then you've made it with this family.

Now Mark seems broody, quiet, gruff. But there is so much more to him that he hides out of fear of rejection, so he keeps people at arm's length, especially women.

Katelyn is the new events coordinator at the town resort and tasked with James and Sophie's wedding. She's left behind a bland and boring life she hopes to find herself in her new life.

When Mark and Katelyn have a run in there's instant chemistry. I loved the sexual tension and the fact that this wasn't an easy romance, but one that took tons of work, fight, blood, sweat and tears. I loved Katelyn fighting and Mark vulnerable.

There is no "I", "you" with this couple but a complete US.

Loved the story and can't wait to see what's in store for Lucas.

Book 2 in the Bennett Boys Ranch series and, WOW! These brothers are just adorable. Following on from the sweet story of James and Sophie in book 1, book 2 follows Mark Bennett, the eldest and most responsible brother who is in charge of the ranch. In fact he lives and breaths the ranch. He doesn’t have the time or the inclination to have a relationship, been there, done that, got the t-shirt. Then, BAM, along comes Katelyn Johnson. Katelyn is the new events planner at the resort where his brother is getting married. Mark and Katelyn’s romance is by no means insta love, but there’s definitely a spark. However, Mark is harbouring a deep dark secret and in order to keep it under wraps he distances himself from the feisty blonde who he can’t seem to get out of his head. Katelyn is the perfect match for Mark, she’s persistent without being too pushy, she knows what she wants, and she’s not going to settle for anything less. A wonderful story, I was hooked from the get-go, I love the characters in this series, the story kept me entertained throughout, oh, and let’s not forget how smokin’ hot some of the scenes were, blush-worthy to say the least. I am so looking forward to book 3. All these books can be read as standalones, but personally, I wouldn’t want to miss out on any of those Bennett boys. I received an advanced copy of this book from the publisher via NetGalley. This is my honest review.

Wow! This was my first book in the Bennett Boys Ranch series and I definitely need to go back and read the first! I loved it!

ARC received for review

I thought Mark's book would be last, but I am so glad I didn't have to wait for it. He was all hard and just a little kinky, okay, maybe more than a little. Newcomer to town Katelyn is tired of beige, and wins Mark over. Her life will never be beige again.

The story of Mark and Katelyn. I haven't read the first book in this series, but I don't think it mattered.

Katelyn is new in town, and is an events planner - one of the first of these is the wedding of Mark's brother.

It is not long since Katelyn ended her relationship, so she isn't looking for love, but her and Mark can't keep away from each other. They both have issues and secrets holding them back, particularly Mark, so they need to be honest with each other.

RIDING HARD by Lauren Landish is a wild ride! Complete with demanding, alpha cowboy and the new girl in town, discovering her true self. A family of three brothers working together and finding love. A must read five star book!

I really enjoyed the character of Katelyn. She was a woman who didn't settle for anything. She realized that she was just coasting in life and as she calls it everything was just beige. She needed and wanted more color in her life so she moved, got a new job and dumped her boring boyfriend. In her move she meets a man who definitely adds more color to her life.

Mark is a man who has a lot of responsibilities. Because of this and also his deep secret, he decides that staying a bachelor is the right move for him. All of that comes into question when he meets Katelyn. This woman calls to him in a way to can't describe.

I loved the relationship between these two. Mark's ex had done a number on him and because of this he become a shell of the man he use to be. While I can understand his need of being cautious given his desires in the bedroom, it broke my heart that he just decided to give up and think there wasn't a woman out there who could handle it. I'm happy that Katelyn didn't let him run away and forced him to accept who he was and what he liked and that she was the woman for him.

One of my top reads!!! If I could give this book 10 stars- I would! What an beautiful book honesty and brokenness and finding love. We got to know Mark- he is the oldest Bennett brother from Buck Wild. He is a loyal, committed rancher to his family and the ranch. He takes care of hi Mama and brothers. And here comes Katelyn- new to town, getting her dream job, leaving a "beige" life behind her to follow her dreams! She is helping Sophie and James plan their wedding and day one of her new job, falls- literally into Mark's arms!

There is so much to say about these characters and Lauren Landish's writing that I love as a reader. From the connection she makes for Katelyn and Mark, to the details of Mark's brothers and mom, to the power of honesty in all relationships- I could not put this book down.

Mark is seen as the not nice guy, but he's got history he really doesn't want to expose Katelyn too, so he tries to protect her. Katelyn is taking her new life on and knows what she want and it is Mark. I love the relationship with Sophie and her friends with Katelyn and also Marla, her new assistant who becomes her friend and just gives Katelyn great life advice.

AS much as Mark is an amazing hero- which he definietely is- It's Katelyn strength and power and honesty that is so well written throughout the book- and she is an wonderul herione for her man.

There are sweet parts of riding horses and just sitting on a porch that makes you swoon for Katelyn and Mark to intense well written beautiful steamy chemistry! This book gives you all the feels and makes you want more! What a great book by Lauren Landish! Can't wait for Luke's book!