Showstopping, I somehow loved it even more than her first book which I didn't think was possible. Eric and Mia are so adorable and I am obsessed. It took him a bit to warm up to her but once he did, he was such a goner. He loved her so much and would do literally anything for Mia. She knew she had strong feelings for him, it just took her a little longer to admit them. The whole family was so fun and Mia just fit right in.

I received an arc through netgalley.

Unfortunately this was a DNF for me. I could not relate to the characters but loved the setting of this story

When I heard this book was about a writer from California going to Colorado to learn the real ins and outs of ranch life and rodeos since her book keeps getting rejected I was already on the hook. Then the intro said it was inspired by the feeling of 90’s Romcoms and I was totally sold. This book was so fun and heartwarming I loved every second of reading it. The voice of the female lead, Amelia, was refreshing and relatable making the beautiful scenery and descriptions feel as though you were in them. Each character you met had unique and charming personalities that gave you something to love about each of them and left you wanting to be part of the Randall clan.
Now if that wasn’t a selling point then the male lead of a grumpy cowboy with a mysterious accident in his past definitely was. The more we meet Eric and see his gentlemanly ways and straightforwardness, our main character wasn’t the only one falling for him. I loved their interactions as well as his detication and passion for horses, rodeos, and those he loves. His actions speak louder than words but his words are just as meaningful. Every challenge and moment you go through with Eric and Amelia you feel like you are going a round of 8 seconds on the back of a bronco and coming out a winner by the end of the book.
This book has definitely become a top recommendation in my list of cowboy romances with its heartwarming story of love and found family. I did notice a few errors in sentences while reading but not enough to throw you off from the story or get you to put the book down over. The story was fun and fluid giving you a 90’s Romcom feeling like it set out to do. Now I just need to go buy some red boots of my own.

Very cute book. I love when the main character is an author themself and needs the love interests help to write the books.

Red boots. Colorado. Roper

Cute small town romance. A slow burn definitely but a sweet story about a writer look to do some research to rewrite her current book and a cowboy.

If you’re looking for a romance story with no spice or open door this one might be for you. While I liked the gradual change to the main characters becoming a couple it did feel like it took a long time to finally happen.

The plot was good. The characters were likeable. My only complaint is with the accident scene on the camping trip. It felt a little too unreal for the circumstances.

Overall four stars for me.

This was such a good book. I absolutely enjoyed it and look forward to reading other books by this author in the future. Great writing and wonderful storyline.

This book was a cowboy dream! Written with so much humor and life, I couldn’t put it down until I finished it!

This sweet romance will have you saying giddy-up from the start to the finish! I do wish we'd had some spice, but regardless this was still a wonderful romance novel.

I enjoyed this, but felt it wasn’t super original. I also wasn’t super connected to the characters. That said, I had fun while reading it so I won’t complain about that

Rider’s Block is a heartwarming story about Amelia, an author searching for inspiration for her book, and Eric, a grumpy yet charming cowboy. Amelia visits a ranch to spark her creativity, and despite Eric's reserved demeanor, the two form a deep and meaningful connection.
The storyline is captivating, with great chemistry between Amelia and Eric. I loved how Amelia remained true to herself, even while confronting her fears, and how Eric supported her throughout her journey. His rodeo background added an interesting layer to his character, making him even more intriguing.
Additionally, it felt like Eric was more emotionally invested in the relationship than Amelia at times, which left the balance feeling slightly off.
Overall, this book delivered a sweet and engaging romance with a unique setting. I’d recommend it to fans of contemporary romance who enjoy a mix of self-discovery and heartfelt connection.
Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐ (4/5)

**Thank you, NetGalley, for this E-Arc in exchange for my honest review!**
3 ⭐️

This was a very cute cowboy romance. I had a great time reading this book, I specially enjoyed the overall story, it was sweat, funny and emotional. The main character was really good for the plot, as her ignorance and willingness to learn was believable. The friend group was really good too and if all of this sounds good to you I would truly recommend this book to you.
That said, there were a couple of things I didn’t vibe with, particularly the storytelling. Some parts, especially the first 40%, felt a bit too rigid. And, there were minor inconsistencies throughout the book, like confusion over which character was the younger brother. I would've like seeing Eric's POV especially because his switch felt a little artificial and that made the character, at least for me, undeveloped. I just think it might've help to have his perspective to take some of the awkwardness out of the story. But, like I said, this book isn’t bad, it just had a few issues with the writing which are easy to brush over one you get into the story.

Man I love a good small town romance! This was a super cute read! I really loved the characters and the storyline!

I think as a certified horse girl...I need to approve this book!

I loved the big cowboy energy in this book. I would love to curl up in a cozy country cabin and read this book! I thought it was a very delightful read and would love to have a physical copy of this book on my shelf. I'll just be crossing my fingers that this book will become a series! Wailyn Andrews has written a romance for the girls obsessed with cowboys! This book is for fans of Lyla Sage and Elsie Silver! Amazing vibes and characters! A heart-warming read!

I liked a lot of things about this book. I loved the setting and the characters were enjoyable. My only issue with it was the pacing. It was a little slow at times for me personally.

Rider’s Block is a closed-door cowboy romance that stands out for how much respect it shows to rancher culture. The author clearly did her homework, making the story feel authentic. The FMC is strong and really in touch with her emotions and those of others, which makes her super relatable. Even without the steam, the chemistry is still there, and the romance builds at just the right pace. If you want a cowboy romance that feels real and avoids clichés, this one’s a great pick! Waitlyn - if you wanna just open that door for the next cowboy hat rule moment, would not be mad 😌

3.5
This book was amazing! I will say, the part after Amelia leaves the ranch went on for maybe a few too many pages, and the thing with her dad didn't really seem to go anywhere (though, she did seem to get some closure from that). Overall, I really liked Amelia and Eric together, I thought they were very healthy and mature, as well as her relationships with Penny and Dean. After finishing the book, I'm definitely interested in reading Waityn's first book. (I also loved the cowboy aspect, and the boot scramble scene was one of my favourites in the book).

This was really great, love a cowboy romance and especially a grumpy cowboy! The vibes were great and I loved the characters and the setting so much !

4 ⭐️

Thank you NetGalley and the publisher for providing me this ARC in exchange for my honest thoughts!

This book started my cowboy romance obsession up AGAIN! The characters and story were so cute and it was such a fun read. This book gave me all the vibes a typical Hallmark movie would, except it was in the form of a book! A grumpy cowboy paired with a city girl writer with the book being set on a ranch in Colorado. The banter Ameilia and Eric shared was great and I fell in love with Eric’s family. I will definitely be reading more of her books in the future!

Tropes:
- cowboy x city girl
- grumpy x sunshine
- slow burn
- one horse
- clean romance

Thank you, NetGalley, publisher, and author, for giving me an opportunity to read this arc. I'm currently in my cowboy appreciation era, so it was a nice treat. I liked how Eric was a grumpy cowboy but was still fairly respectful. I like how both Eric & Mia (Amelia's) became a couple in the end. Personally for me I wished Amelia could've said a bit more harsher words to her father. But I'm glad Amelia got her happy ending. The only issue I had with the story was the pacing. While I love a good slow burn it felt a bit slow at times. However, the clean romance was actually a pleasant surprise! It made me focus on the characters more. I loved the supportive family dynamic on Eric's side. Overall, I enjoyed this book. It was a cute read :)

My first cowboy romance, and this was fun! I didn’t know what to expect going in, but I liked the idea of author FMC so requested this book. This was a fun ride!