The perfect steamy cowboy romance!

I was really excited to read Wade's book after Nash. I instantly fell in love with this town and family, and this book did not disappoint. I love Ivy and Wade so much. They are perfect! I love Ivy's story, she's such a strong women, I admire her. Wade is the perfect grumpy cowboy who's afraid to let anyone in. They have such a good dynamic. The spice is a lot, maybe even a bit much for me, but I know others will love it. The end is just so good, and that bonus chapter...🥵 Also him collecting her scrunchies is just so cute!

Tropes:
grumpy x sunshine
cowboy romance
small town
boss x employee
only one bed
forced proximity
very spicy🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️

Big thank you to NetGalley and Random House Publishing for the arc in exchange for an honest review.

2.5⭐️

I’m struggling on how to rate this one. I received an arc copy thanks to Paisley Hope and NetGalley and appreciate the opportunity to read early. On one hand, I really enjoyed the main couple and felt like they had so much potential to really show depth. But on the other, all they did was 🍆🍆🍆the entire book! Like we get it, they can’t keep their hands off each other, but do we have to read it for the entire middle 60% of the book nonstop?? I skimmed/skipped over sooo much of the spice because it just got so repetitive. I really liked Holding The Reins except for the fact that the spice drug on so long at the end, and it felt like this one said, “hold my beer” and doubled it right in the middle. The last 20% was really great and I felt like we were getting somewhere with true connection between Wade and Ivy. His protective side and the way he loved her through all of her family challenges was really beautiful. Then we get to the “14 months later…” chapter and it’s all back to 🌶️ again. I wanted more love and relationship development and less lust. And that bonus chapter?? No. Thank. You. I should have stopped at the epilogue. This spice just wasn’t for me. I don’t know that I’ll be looking to read any more Paisley Hope unless she really switches to more plot and character development and way less smut. It felt like it took away from their story and was just filler and could have been about 100 pages shorter.

I really enjoyed most of Ivy and Wade's story. The resolution to their problems seemed to fit well and flow with the story. The banter between these two was fun and I like that they didn't lose who they were as the book went on. I enjoyed the writing and the series is so fun. I can't wait for the next book. Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for an eARC of this book

Where there's a will there's a way and whew Wade made a way.
Ivy is the new horse trainer on silver pines ranch and is looking for a new start. Everything is going great except her grouchy boss. She can't make heads or tails of him but just goes with the flow until a little forced proximity comes into play 😈😈
Wade is all about control and getting the job done. One thing he can't help but notice is how all of the barn hands can't keep their eyes to themselves. I mean he's not blind Ivy is a knockout but he knows how to stay professional.....right?
Is it hot in here or is it me because the way this book steamed tf up 🥵🥵 forced proximity led to one bed like are you kidding me 🤣 i would've buckled under pressure if i was left alone with the strong ranch boss especially after he tattoos MINE on his hand.
I love how strong Ivy is but I loved it more when Wade showed her she doesn't have to be strong alone and that family takes care of each other. It was like he didn't even hesitate to take care of her, yet another reason why I would've folded faster than a lawn chair 🤣
I am itching for Ginger and Coles story because ma'am all these teases you're giving us in each book is just not enough I need it all 🤣🤣

I was so excited to get approved for this ARC. I was ready for this book before Paisley got picked up by a publisher, so it was a long time coming to finally get to read it. I've been waiting for Wade and Ivy's story for so long, and it lived up to the hype. Wade Ashby is one of the hottest book boyfriends I've read, and I've read a lot of them. I really enjoyed their dynamic; Ivy was the perfect match for Wade. They complimented each other well. The spice was also top tier. Overall, I loved this book, and I can't wait to see what's next for Paisley Hope!

Training the Heart by Paisley Hope is a sizzling cowboy grumpy/sunshine romance with a dash of forced proximity. Wade, a tough and grumpy rancher, hires the bright, cheerful, yet sassy horse trainer Ivy when his current trainer goes on maternity leave. Sparks fly as they begin to work past each other’s issues caused by former bad relationships. With a beautiful small-town setting and heartfelt moments, this book is a delightful, spicy read for fans of opposites-attract and cowboy romances.

I absolutely loved the side characters in this book—the group dynamic was so funny! I can't wait to see the next couples' stories unfold. While there are a lot of familiar tropes packed into the plot, it was still such a charming and fast-paced read. I was really invested in the characters and curious to see how their stories would play out.

Thank you NetGalley, the author, and Random House Publishing Group for supplying the e-ARC in exchange for an honest review.

Training the Heart - Paisley Hope

*Book Rec*

"𝗬𝗼𝘂 𝘄𝗮𝗻𝗻𝗮 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘆❟ 𝗧𝗿𝗼𝘂𝗯𝗹𝗲? 𝗟𝗲𝘁'𝘀 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘆｡"

I am still reeling from this book. So many quotes, so little time. The spice was SPOICING in this one. I adored these two broken humans finding their way to each other. The banter was as always 🧑🏼‍🍳💋 because Paisley never lets me down with that 😆 I will say I loved the book as a whole, and while the spice was amazing it was JUST a touch too much, but I am very story driven not spice so that is definitely a me thing.

"𝗧𝗿𝘂𝘀𝘁 𝗺𝗲❟ 𝗜𝘃𝘆❟ 𝗜 𝗮𝗹𝗿𝗲𝗮𝗱𝘆 𝗸𝗻𝗼𝘄 𝘄𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝗻𝗲𝗲𝗱｡ 𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝘀𝗵𝗼𝘂𝗹𝗱 𝗯𝗲 𝘄𝗼𝗿𝗿𝘆𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗮𝗯𝗼𝘂𝘁 𝗶𝘀 𝗺𝗲 𝗻𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗿 𝗹𝗲𝘁𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝗴𝗲𝘁 𝗼𝗳𝗳 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗯𝗮𝗰𝗸 𝗼𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗜 𝗴𝗲𝘁 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗲｡"

Wade and Ivy work together on his families ranch day in and day out and while aware of the attraction to each other, but not making that move...until one day and one bed later...😏 Ivy is only at the ranch temporarily while the trainer she replaced is on maternity leave and then plans on moving on...but Wade falls hard and has other plans.

"𝗜 𝗹𝗼𝘃𝗲 𝗺𝘆 𝗳𝘂𝗰𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘄𝗼𝗿𝗹𝗱 𝘄𝗵𝗲𝗻 𝘆𝗼𝘂'𝗿𝗲 𝗶𝗻 𝗶𝘁｡"


🐎Grump to the Sunshine
🤠Forced Proximity
🐎He's Obsessed
🤠Road Trip/One Bed

I LOVE COWBOY ROMANACES AND THIS RANCH HAS ALL THE LOVE.

Wade and Ivy are the best grumpy x sunshine duo ever. I loved seeing their individual stories and how they overcome difficulties together. And how they really are supportive of each other and believe in one other. This might actually be my favorite cowboy romance!!

The spice was spicing, and I highly recommend giving this series a chance!

Huge thanks to NetGalley & Random House for an e-Arc copy of Training the Heart by Paisley Hope.

3 stars. No thoughts, just vibes.

This is the second book in the Silver Pines Ranch series. We follow Wade and Ivy in this story, with Ivy being the new trainee at the ranch. I really liked both of the main characters and the group of friends/found family. Ivy and Wade both experienced trauma from previous relationships and it makes them a bit hesitant to trust but they slowly grow to trust each other and be there for one another.

Wade was an absolute joy. He was grumpy but sweet, had a filthy mouth and adored Ivy, what more could you want.

The story was short & spicy, however the dialog was repetitive at times and cringy. The word giggling/giggles was used 58 times!

Thank you netgalley and random house for sending me this arc, I am feral for wade ashby and this series! Paisley Hope just knows how to write these Ashby men and the banter was top tier. I was sucked in from the dedication and couldn’t stop. He’s a grumpy sunshine and a big ol softie. Ivy is a spitfire and I adored her. Together I loved them and the way they communicated. I loved that we got to see glimpses of Nash and CeeCee along with all the other characters. And the spice was even spicer in this book and I wasn’t mad about it! This has become my fav series and I can’t wait for ginger and coles story! 5 ⭐️

Oh my goodness Wade Ashby is a man of many words…. and made me feel many, many emotions. I DEVOURED THIS BOOK!!! The emotions, the storyline, the steamy scenes, the passion, the bickering, the small town vibes.. there are so many amazing things that come along with this book. This was my first read from this author but I was hooked. I will be going back to read the first of the series and I will definitely be reading the rest to come. I want to send some praise to Ivy’s character. No matter what challenges she has faced in her past along with her own internal battles she consistently was a power house and held her own. Such a powerful woman.. the connection with Wade and Ivy was so natural and the build up… y’all NEED TO READ THIS.

The only thing I feel could’ve improved was a slightly bit more plot to make it even out the amount of spice but I’ll just tell you guys the spice scenes are PHENOMENAL. This was seriously so good..

Thank you Netgalley & Random House for sending me an arc in exchange for an honest review

I was so excited to receive this ARC after being on Paisleys original team before her books got bought. And boy - is it a good thing.

I absolutely loved Ivy and what she brought to Wade. Now, the only thing I have problems with is the name Wade. Cause in what way is Wade sexy?

Anyway, some of these scenes were straight up porn - and I have 0 problems with that. They were wonderfully entertaining and HOT.

I’m always going to love a cowboy romance, and after Holding the Reins I was so excited for Ivy and Wade’s story! Paisley Hope you did NOT disappoint!!!! This had all of the elements I love in a cowboy romance, with the found family, ranch life, and all-around incredible characters while also having conversation surrounding emotionally abusive relationships, self-love, healing, infertility, and finding a partner who lifts you up for who you are. Wade Ashby, I’m gonna need a UPS delivery of a carbon copy immediately because you’re joking????? This was such a fun and impactful read, with spice that truly made me BLUUUUUSH in the Barnes and Noble Café!!! Don’t even get me started on the epilogue!!!

OMG yall- I had been intrigued by Wade when reading Holding the Reins, but I was not prepared for him in the least. He literally transformed in the duration of this book. He was this grump that had the responsibility of the world on his shoulders. He had a failed marriage behind his back. He had his horse trainer going out of maternity leave and then Ivy showed up. The literaly clutz that was a ray of sunshine. His complete opposite. Reading Wade do everything in his power to fight this draw to her was EPIC! I was at the edge of my seat. I found myself wanting to continue reading to finally be able to experience the moment he caved. But it was endearing to watch their relationship bud. Wade is a protector and loyal and once you are in his inner circle it takes A LOT for you to get thrown out. But reading about his family commenting on him smiling more and being like his old self was just so gratifying! And then we have Ivy over here who is literally faking it til she makes it. This woman was on the bad side of an emotionally abusive relationship and showed up at this ranch acting like she knew everything. She knew enough to be dangerous and then getting Wade's trust and his belief behind her made them an incredible team. Watching her attraction to him from the background come full circle was also amazing. I LOVED their chemistry. I LOVED the fact that after they had their night there was no what did we do but more like I want to do this every night. They were both all in without discussing it. I LOVED how they made each the best versions of themselves and helped each other see their full potential. I LOVED Wade getting tatted for Ivy without them having any sort of convo about what they were to each other. These two SHOWED how they felt with how they acted. They showed up for each other time and time again and man was their spice next level. Paisley I am on to you HAHA.

Ivy is hoping and praying that her ex Brad is going to get the hint that they are done now that she is gone. She is going to be the horse trainer at Silver Pines while theirs is on maternity leave. She has her own way of doing things. She is all about connecting with the horses on a deeper level vs just telling them how it is. She doesn't know is this technique is going to work with her new boss Wade Ashby. The literal hottest cowboy/man/being she has ever encountered. And man do they get along like oil and water. He is old school and seems to be set in his ways, but she is here to work alongside him and show him that her ways can work too. What she doesn't expect is for him to show up and help her in the biggest way when she gets hurt. She finds herself sleeping in his cabin. Waking up to post it notes on how to work everything in his place. Waking up in the middle of the night watching action movies and eating ice cream with him. She finds herself connecting with him in a way she hasn't in a long time. She finds herself clicking with his whole family. They keep fighting this push and pull between them. She knows he is her boss and that is the line right?? But then they go to Nashville for a weekend and all bets are off. She can't fight it anymore. She knows it. He knows it. And then what they share is beyond explosive. She is ruined for all other men. She finds herself with no regrets. She finds herself falling for him hard and fast. He makes her feel things she hasn't felt before. He worships her body and mind. He honors her as an employee and respects that line when they are working but he also pushes her and shows her he believes in her. And when he lets his family know that they are thing, she is beyond ecstatic because Wade is nothing if not private. But then her past comes back to haunt her and she freaks out. What if she can't give him what he wants. What if what is happening is all a mistake. But of course Wade steps in and helps her see that they are in fact meant to be and that she is HIS!

Wade wants to say no immediately to Ivy. She was ten minutes late to her interview. She is too beautiful to be on his ranch. She is going to be a distraction to everyone but of course not him. He doesn't have time for distractions but somehow her she is- working for him and bringing all of her non traditional ways to work with the horses. He can't help himself but be drawn to her. She is literal sunshine in his dark cloud of a life right now. He keeps fighting this thing between them though. She is his employee for goodness sake. But then she gets hurt and he offers to help her recoup. Now they are roommates and he doesn't understand why he allowed this torture to happen. They are watching actions movies together and hanging out like an old married couple. If there is silence between them it doesn't feel awkward or forced but natural. Still though there is a line but then they kiss. And even though they get interrupted, he can't stop thinking about it. So when she walks in on him in a compromising position, they are all over each other. They have an unforgettable night together and things just progress from there. He has no regrets. He may not be big on words but he is big on action. So he shows her how he cares with his actions. He gets tatted. He worships her body and mind. He listens to her experience with her ex. He is there for her when she needs it. Who cares what other people think? It's him and her now. But then she freaks and he doesn't know how to help her. He might now know all the answers but he knows one thing- he isn't letting her go because all he sees in the future is her.

I absolutely loved this. As I said, Wade had a big transformation in this but so did Ivy. Our girl was broken but put on a front that all was well. Wade helped her get mended back together. He helped her see her true value. He helped her fix relationships in her life that needed fixing. He was there when she didn't even know she needed him. And then she helped Wade lower his walls. She helped the old Wade come back to surface. I felt so much reading this- I laughed out loud. I was on the edge of my seat. I was swooning with Ivy at the description of Wade in a towel. I was in awe of how Wade treated Ivy. I loved the found family aspect and I legit CAN'T wait to read Ginger and Cole. I have a feeling there is more going on behind the scenes than we know and can't WAIT until things finally happen between these two!! I can't recommend this series enough- I really loved Nash and CeCe but Ivy and Wade took it to a whole other level!

Thank you to NetGalley and Paisley for an advanced copy of this book in exchange for an honest review!

One thing about me? If Paisley Hope writes it, I am going to read it. Training The Heart is literally so freaking good and my new favorite Paisley book!! I mean how can you go wrong with a grumpy mmc?? You can't.

Wade Ashby is looking to fill the spot of new head horse trainer at his ranch. What he didn't know was the raven haired, spicy book-loving, spitfire, Ivy Spencer, would turn his life upside down. He's her boss and absolutely off-limits. Until an accident happens and she is now living in his house.. and he kinda likes it. hehe

I loved this book so much. I love a grumpy man and he's literally perfect. Their banter was amazing and I loved every moment.

5/5 stars
3/5 spice

-workplace romance
-boss x employee
-forced proximity
-grumpy x sunshine
-small town romance
-"who hurt you"
-"I didn't have anywhere else to go"

Wade Ashby... the man that you are. Is it hot in here?!

I am truly blown away by this story. Training The Heart was the perfect second installment of the Silver Pines Ranch series. Ivy and Wade's dynamic was absolutely phenomenal as they perfectly toed the line between sexy and sweet, creating the perfect story.

Wade's gruff personality was beautifully challenged by Ivy's happy, and upbeat demeanor, resulting in the grumpy X sunshine dynamic that we all love too well and why it's one of my absolute favorite dynamics and trope. The way Paisley brought the spice in this story and added more throughout, but was still able to drive forward an incredibly deep connection between the two of them shows the kind of writer she is and why I can't get enough.

When reading, there's times when you find one lead will stand out over the other, or you'll love more than the other, but this is not the case for Ivy and Wade. And typically in Paisley's books, I have found myself loving both lead equally. They were each incredible in their own ways leading me to have a deep love and affection for both of them by the end of the story. Watching them find their happily ever after was so rewarding.

I'm not sure I will ever recover from Wade Ashby...that mouth, his new found love for scrunchies, and the way he loves. I absolutely fell in love with Silver Pines Ranch while reading Holding the Reins and it only continued during Training the Heart and beyond ready for Riding the High for Cole and Ginger's story.

Thank you so much @authorpaisleyhope @dellromance and @netgalley for the ebook in advance of my honest review.

Recommended to...  
Cowboy romance readers who want alllll the spice.

“It’s like he’s training me to crave him, to beg for him. If that is his plan, it’s working. I’ve never wanted anything more.”

Review Title & Vibes:
Paisley kicked up the spice a few notches with this grumpy secretly obsessed cowboy Wade Ashby. He’s always in control and taking care of his family legacy… enter Ivy Spencer - the gorgeous raven haired sweet and sassy horse trainer.

Their respective exes left both Wade and Ivy on defense and in denial of the chemistry between them. But throw in some forced proximity, a road trip, and attention from potential competition - and you have a spice explosion.

I love the found family (the Ashby family can adopt me anytime), Wyatt’s fierce protectiveness without stifling Ivy’s strength, the girl gang, the emotional surprise twist… I was slightly unprepared for the amount do spice… don’t get me wrong, I love a dirty talking cowboy paired with a sassy spitfire… they couldn’t keep their hands off each other.
Prepare yourself for their obsession.

I’ll be over here (not so) patiently waiting for Cole and Ginger’s story!

Rating: 4⭐️ | Spice: 4🌶️
What to Expect:
Workplace Romance
Grumpy x Sunshine
Forced Proximity
Road Trip/One Bed
Surprise… Twist
Spice, spice, and more spice.

Thank you to the publisher and Ballentine for an arc of this book in exchange for an honest review!!

I really loved the first book and enjoyed these characters a lot. This family makes me very happy, and I love spending time at Silver Pines Lake, I am so excited for Cole & Ginger's book. Ivy and Wade are one of my favorite couples, this book is incredibly spicy and the cover is stunning. Ivy is relatable fun and headstrong and Wade only cracks smiles around her it was very cute and I enjoyed every second of this book <33333

Thanks to NetGalley for the arc!
I enjoyed this book so much. I knew when I read book one that I couldn’t wait to get to know Wade and see who would get under his skin and I was not disappointed! There were a couple things that just kept it shy of 5 stars for me. It felt a little bit long in the middle, I would’ve liked to see more of the pregnancy and such. And (I can’t believe I’m gonna say this) I think it had too much sex haha. I think 1-2 less scenes and more character development scenes would’ve balanced it out better. All in all I still very much enjoyed it and look forward to the next installment!

I couldn’t put this book down. I loved every part of it. I find the horse training/derby aspect a unique take on a “cowboy romance.” The Ashby family is a joy to read about—Pop is hilarious. The spice is out of this world! Wade Ashby is definitely a new book boyfriend. The way grief, abuse, and trauma are talked about makes them easier to absorb and understand. This was a 5 star read for me. Loved it. Can’t wait for Colt & Ginger.