I love Lisa Renee Jones' writing and I very much liked this book. It isn't one of my favourites by her but I did enjoy the story and I do recommend this book.

Hannah and Roark were best friends and that friendship developed into love and she thought they would be together forever until she believed that he betrayed her. She left her hometown and created a new life for herself as a photographer in LA until it all came crashing down and she has returned home to regroup.

When everything went down Roark couldn’t believe that Hannah thought he would betray her like she accused but he knows that telling her what really happened would hurt her more than she had already been through so he decided to keep the secret until she came home. The chemistry and connection between them is stronger than ever and he is determined that they will finally have the life together they were destined to have even if that means exposing the past that people would like to remain buried.

This is a second chance at love story between two people who were always meant to be together. It is a story filled with family, friends and emotion as for them to finally have their second chance they must forgive and heal from the past.

Fantastic second chance love.
Roarke is on take charge kind of man. He has loved Hannah for a long time. Hannah is one smart sexy woman. She doesn’t want to admit to her self how she still feels about Roarke. Could not put this book down.

I quite liked this one. I had read the previous one and I was excited to read about Roarke and Hannah. There were several things I enjoyed about this book: it's a second chance romance and while the circumstances that tore them apart in the first place are a little contrived, there was an undercurrent of real problems that both Roarke and Hannah tried to work through when they meet again. I liked that they acknowledge those issues and try to address them.
My only criticism would be that it felt too short and that in some cases I was told more than shown their feelings and actions. I would have liked a little more length in the novel that explored the back and forth between them as they met again. The resolution felt too rushed.

This was one of my most anticipated reads. After finishing Jason and Jessica's story, I've already marked Roarke's story in my head and on GoodReads.

This is a second-chance holiday romance between Roarke, aka the Horse Whisperer and Hannah. There's an age-gap thing but not too much.

I first met Roarke in The Truth About Cowboys book. He was Jason's best-friend... and even though he was only a secondary character, he was already fascinating... Hannah grew up with Jason and him in Sweetwater, Texas. They were neighbors... To be honest, I didn't like Hannah so much. She was being too indecisive mostly throughout the book, and it became frustrating. I don't know if this is just me but yes, she made me roll my eyes more than I could count on one hand.

Overall, I did enjoy the story. I'm a romantic sap after all. It's like reading a country hallmark christmas movie script.

Coming from this author, I just about jumped with excitement over this second chance romance with a heavy dose of small town secrets and scorching-hot passion.

A good man who helps animals, a woman torn over her past with him, and a town alive with Christmas festivals and kids camps. It's sweet and heart-warming, yet also intense with regrets, deeply buried secrets and wild, consuming intimacy that sets fire to bedsheets everywhere.

I found Hannah's circumstances very engaging. She's back from a big city with a heavy heart but still intent on achieving her dreams. Face to face with the man who betrayed her, the sparks and emotions roar a storm in every loaded scene they share. And the explosion of steamy times is phenomenal.

I was moved and enchanted by the whole thing of going back to one's roots with family and friends welcoming Hannah and her fresh, exciting ideas to organize the Christmas events for charity. It mixed well with this broken couple's feelings of raw need and unfinished business. Cookies, animals, the couple from the first book, all are strong elements that support the chemistry and angst between Hannah and Roarke.

I truly enjoyed how this second chance works in stages from rage to longing to trust and reconciliation. This couple exudes love. And the story is filled with joy and hope and understanding, along with family warmth, so it's a perfect match for Christmas. I also enjoyed Hannah's ideas for the social events and how everyone pitched in to help wi so much sense of community. Love for horses and boots, and sizzzling passion wrap it all up in one good ol' romance. I'd have loved it to be even longer.

But it comes with a surprise! Santa Baby is one hot treat that appeals to our secret fantasies of becoming the femme fatale that lures the seducer and conquers him for a night of wild passion.

The bookshop owner transforms herself from shy to emboldened and alluring thanks to a costume-themed gala and some magic feminine boldness. I loved it! It is sweet yet vibrant with sultry desire. And packs a whole plot of suspense, investigations, and trust issues all along with the sensual passion.

Caron fights her insecurities regarding this suave, handsome hottie, and it becomes a renaissance of her strong character and an empowering experience.

The plot grows with the suspense I mentioned. Her down-to-earth, cute personality contrasts beautifully with his strong, generous yet debonair ways. They slowly fall in love while they are harassed by doubts on her part and business troubles on his.

So big trust issues along with the law on their tails ensue, bringing intrigue and dishonesty that increases the tension in delightful ways.

It seemed impossible, but love conquers all and this romance feels warm and perfect in the end, with an extra helping of couples and some bookish paradise. A very worthy read.

Solid 4.5
This is the perfect second chance cowboy read about 2 people who were too young when they first got together but now have another shot at love if only they can get past the secrets and lies and be honest with each other. You can't help but love Hannah especially with how torn she is over Roarke and their past while you feel for Roarke once you find out what really happened when they were younger. The supporting characters just top off this great read and you get to enjoy heartbreak, surprises, worry bout secrets from the past,lots of laughs, great cookies and the hope that true love never goes away.

Another MUST READ from Lisa a Renee Jones.

What a wonder Christmas story of getting a second chance. Hannah and Roarke were engaged but accusations came between them.
Hannah has moved back to Texas after loading her job in LA. She left because she was broken hearted about her fiancé’s “cheating”. After a sex scandal ruins the career of her boss, Hannah finds herself moving back to Texas. Hannah has so many mixed emotions when it comes to her ex fiancé Roarke. At times she seemed like an emotional train wreck. She has never gotten over him and compared any other man to him. She was hound and insecure about herself when she left him years ago. Those insecurity are brought back to the surface whoever she is near him.
Roarke knee things that Hannah did not. No matter how much he loved her, he couldn’t tell her the details surrounding a feud between families. Like Hannah, he has never gotten over her and is a ball of raw emotions whenever she’s around.
As the saying goes “The truth will set you free” is what happens when Hannah learns the truth of her past. Time doesn’t heal all wounds because neither Hannah or Roarke were able to be happy with other people. This is a great holiday read that has you rooting for these two to get their acts together and be whole again. I received an advance copy from Entangled Publishing vía NetGalley in exchange for an honest re Jew. All opinions are mine and were not up influenced by the author,

Lisa Renee Jones knows how to weave magic with her keyboard, creating a beautifully written story, that elicit intense emotions in this reader. I loved this swoon-worthy, charming, tender, heartwarming and wonderful story. Unable to put this down, until this story was over.

Six years ago Hannah fled, leaving her best friend and fiancé Roarke behind, after she received a video of him with another woman. Now she has returned to Texas, after losing her dream job, when her famous boss is caught up in the “Me-Too” movement. Right in to the arms of her ex. Or at least it seems to be fates way of stepping in, since he seems to be everywhere she is. But when she is given a golden opportunity by his best friend, Jason Jenks, to help her new party planning business get off the ground with a Charity event in Sweetwater her hometown she is all in.

History says Roarke Frost is all wrong for Hannah. But his kisses tell a different story. One of pure heat, passion, warmth, tenderness, and love. There is a desperate quality to him, a possessive need that is raw and real. Hannah can’t deny it or him. And Roarke is going to fight for Hannah. #Swoon-worthy. Because there are things she doesn’t know. Warning! The characters in this series are endearing, fun loving, and will capture your heart! Don’t miss It!!

Tangled up in Christmas is a lovely holiday offering by Lisa Renee Jones. Hannah’s boss and photography mentor has been caught up in the “me, too” movement. The fallout has closed the business and blacklisted Hannah, sending her home to Dallas. College roommate and friend Linda has a thriving photography business and has offered to help Hannah with her new event planning venture, including sharing office space. When Linda takes a serious fall resulting in a leg break, Hannah fills in for her at a Texas Rangers event. Hannah never expected to come face to face with her past. First, the person who was like a big brother growing up, Rangers pitcher Jason Jenks, and then the person who broke her heart, veterinarian and Horse Wrangler Roarke Frost.

Upon connecting with Jason and his fiancée Jessica, Hannah and Jessica click and when they learn that Hannah is starting an event planning business they immediately engage her to plan a Christmas festival in Sweetwater to help kick off the kids camp Jason and Roarke are opening and infuse new business in the small town. This event would potentially boost her business in a multitude of ways, but returning to Sweetwater and working with Roarke is a daunting proposition.

In a story fraught with emotion, secrets, and backstory, Lisa Renee Jones has spun a powerful tale that will enthrall the reader from the opening paragraph to the last sentence. I did enjoy this novel and I do recommend it!

so enjoyed this visit to Sweetwater Texas! I immediately was invested in Roarke and Hannah being reunited because I loved them both instantly. While he might seem gruff, Roarke has a heart of gold, as we see by his “Horse Whisperer” status and all he does in his veterinary practice. And he has loved Hannah for years, despite their breakup and false accusations.
Hannah is at a crossroads and not sure she should or can be back home in Sweetwater. While she thinks she’s over Roarke, the minute she lays eyes in him, she knows she’s been fooling herself.
I love the way Roarke is so protective of Hannah, but he can’t shield her from the truth any longer. I’m sure some readers will think their reunion was too fast, but I for one was glad their wasn’t any long, drawn out drama involved...well, more drama than what happened to them six years ago!
No visit to Sweetwater would be complete without Martha and Ruth, as well as the couple from book 1, Jessica and Jason (who I liked much better in this book!)
4.5 very enthusiastic stars!

This is a second chance romance about Roarke and Hannah. Hannah left the small town of Sweetwater, Texas years ago and moved to LA. Her fiancé, Roarke had cheated on her and she couldn't face seeing him around town knowing what he had done to ruin their relationship. Things go bad for her boss in LA and she has no choice to move back to Texas. Roarke has never gotten over Hannah and wants to reignite their relationship but Hannah wants no part of a cheater. Sweet love story but a bit wordy and repetitive.

There is a bonus story at the end, Santa Baby, that I absolutely loved.

There was a lot to uncover to find some truth in Tangled Up in Christmas. Roarke was made perfectly as the hero for this story. Hannah was a breath of fresh air!

So the story starts with a burn! You get the emotions and strain from the characters. The second chance is not an easy one to win over. It all has to do with finding their way through this time of the year. Some past history gets in the way, but Hannah and Roarke find a way to start a little bit of spark.

I don't want to give away too much details, but I must that say you will fall for this story! Tangled Up in Christmas is a great book to start this holiday season right with some SIZZLE and how falling in love again can be magical! Great story I would highly recommend!!!

Lisa Renee Jones has written a great story about hope, love, and growing up.
Roarke and Hannah’s story is very sweet and loving. They have known each other for years. Hannah has come back to Texas to start her life back over after leaving LA. Roarke is still in Sweetwater running the vet and taking care of the retired horses. There is family drama and Christmas all in this beautifully written story.

A second chance with all the magic and miracles of the holiday season. I adored Hannah and Roarke. A bitter feud and a lot of misunderstandings have kept them apart for a lot of years, but now they finally have a chance to heal from all the past hurt. Roarke is everything the very best of book boyfriends are made of: noble, caring, and just so darned sweet. I hated all the conclusions Hannah kept jumping to, but I know how very easy it is to let insecurities control decisions. And before you know it, those decisions have landed you somewhere you never planned on going. I adored seeing this pair come back together. They so badly needed another chance, and their story is a perfect Christmas miracle.
I received a complimentary advanced copy of this book through NetGalley.

Tangled Up In Christmas by Lisa Renee Jones is book Two in the Texas Heat Series. This is the story of Roarke and Hannah. I have read the previous book and we did meet Roarke is that book but I did feel you could make this a standalone book if you wish to do so. Hannah left Sweetwater Texas behind her along with her broken heart due to Roarke. But after her loss of a job she ends up returning home where she ends up seeing Roarke again. This time Hannah is working to protect her heart but each time they are together brings her walls down more.
Enjoyed this second chance romance.

On the one hand I’m ashamed to admit that this is my first book by Lisa Renee Jones; while on the other hand, happy to admit that it won’t be my last. I absolutely adore cowboy romance books but admittedly am not a big fan of second chance one’s, however, this book has changed that. I absolutely love Roarke, a sexy as sin veterinarian, dubbed the Horse Wrangler. In my (dirty) mind his Wranglers are painted on to the perfect backside of this cowboy 😉. Hannah is sweet, sexy and a little bit lost. Having left her hometown of Sweetwater for LA after their tragic breakup she is forced to return when things don’t work out for her there. Roarke and Hannah are forced to work together on a special project forcing them to face the past and their destroyed engagement. I absolutely loved Roarke’s handling of Hannah and the single minded intensity with which he pursues her. Theirs is an incredible love story, the kind that deserves a do-over and the kind that deserves only the sweetest happily ever after. Such a wonderful book and just in time for the holiday season. Get tangled up in this book. You won’t regret it.

Fate; a fickle mistress.
Hannah is drawn back to her hometown, to help her former babysitter, Jason, and his wife plan an event, still oblivious to the chain of events tying three families together that resulted in her running away to LA. Her ex is back and knee-deep in Jason’s event, which is to be expected considering they are best friends.
Upon her return, Hannah is welcomed and besieged by her extended families, all unaware of the events years before. Everyone except Roarke, Hannah’s ex. He knows everything and knows revealing it all will get Hannah back, but hurt his best friend and Hannah in the process.
I thought the reference to the #MeToo movement was unnecessary, especially since it was a) used as a plot device to get Hannah out of LA and b) minimized the importance of the movement.
The chemistry between Hannah and Roarke was believable, as was her emotional connection to her town and the people in it.
It’s abundantly clear their issues could have been solved with a conversation, despite Roarke’s reluctance to have one because of the big secret alluded to many times. I was imagining secret babies, secret siblings – specifically Hannah and Jason, etc. I did not think it to be as mundane as money. It would have hurt Hannah because it resulted in her losing Roarke and her family property but wouldn’t have hurt Jason as much as Roarke thinks it would.
The HEA was fairly predictable, but they usually are, especially when it made a point of saying Hannah couldn’t get pregnant.
The additional story Santa Baby was a fun read. I’d love to run a bookstore similar to Caron’s. Her sexy adventure with the gorgeous coffee selling millionaire Baxter Remington was fun, flirty and racy.

What do you expect with a story based in Sweetwater, Texas? You guessed it a sweet and heartwarming tale filled with instant love and re-connection. When Hannah comes back home, she knew she would have to deal with her ex - Roarke - who is a horse wrangler and heart throb. Taking on the preparation and marketing for the Christmas Festival brings them closer and closer. But can the past be re-written? Can you really come home and find true love? With beautifully written characters and a storyline that was enjoyable to read this was a great holiday story.

Six years is a long time to not come back home. What are the odds on Hannah's very first trip back she runs into Roarke in the airport and the men's room to boot. (There's a story there lol) These two were still in love with each other. He was going to fight for her and not let go but how was he going to tell her the secrets of the past that weren't his? What if they pushed her further away?

I loved this second chance romance, loved that Roarke was such a kind, generous, loving man but alpha in the bedroom. Hannah used to idolize and love him but they've both grown and matured. They're working on the festival and working on their relationship. The love that these two feel just leaps off of the pages at you. While reading I could perfectly picture Sweetwater Texas!

Will Hannah be able to put the past in the past, will she be able to let it go? You need to read this book!!! Loved seeing Jason, Jessica and the grandma's and everyone from the first book!