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I've read the first three books in this series and was really looking forward to this one. It was good. I liked the story. It just wasn't anything special. I didn't feel a deep connection to the characters like the previous books.

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Steamy hot, sweet and satisfying- this is the latest installment in one of my favorite romance series, and I can’t wait for the next one! Lyla Sage knows how to write a perfect romance novel. I like small town romance and spice - this series has it all!

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Lyla writes the type of green flag men and women that I NEEDED to read when I was in my twenties, and I love her for that!

Cam is the one that got away. Dusty is the lovesick, tattooed cowboy who never let her go. Wild and Wrangled is a Second Chance cowboy romance book by Lyla Sage that takes place in the fictional town of Meadowlark, Wyoming. It is the 4th and final book in the Rebel Blue Ranch series. I thoroughly enjoyed this last installment of this beloved small town romance series. I had been looking forward to reading Cam and Dusty’s story ever since it was hinted at in a previous book, and I found that it was well worth the wait.

This book was emotional, heartwarming, and healing. Dusty Tucker is the greenest of green flags. He is a BEACON for those who crave a book that has the healthiest portrayal of masculinity I’ve ever read! In all of her books, I think Lyla does an excellent job of allowing us to see just enough of the other characters that are special to us while still keeping the primary focus on the main two characters (I absolutely loved getting to see more of Ada and Wes in this one!) Second Chance romances can be hard to pull off in ways that are believable and don’t portray the characters as unlikable or potentially too problematic. For personal reasons, the Second Chance trope is special to me, and I think Lyla knocked it out of the park; the situation as to what caused Cam and Dusty to drift apart and what brought them back together was perfectly understandable. It felt like a very real story that one might hear about a friend and I’m sure it’s one that many who met their first love as a teenager can relate to. The flashbacks to when Cam and Dusty were teenagers were dispersed throughout the present plot perfectly and they added so much depth to the characters.
Lastly, if you are a fan of books that are driven just as much by character development as they are by the plot, this book is for you!


Content & Trigger Warnings:
-Loss of a parent (Although this topic is not addressed in much detail, the fact that a character has lost a parent is mentioned a few times)
-Strained/toxic parental relationships (A character’s strained relationship with their parents is expressed in detail)

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Thank you NetGalley for proving me with an eARC in exchange for an honest review!

This book is the perfect end to the series and everyone gets their happy ending. There are moments to laugh, crying, and sob even harder. You see the struggles of one side yearning and find it is your favorite trope. Get you a man like Dusty and when you read this you will know why.

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Wild and Wrangled by Lyla Sage was such a perfect ending to the Rebel Blue series! I absolutely loved the writing — it pulled me right in and kept me hooked the whole time. The characters were so likeable, and the way they flirted and bantered with each other was just so good. The epilogue especially hit all the right notes and wrapped everything up in such a satisfying way. Definitely a new favorite!

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Wild and Wrangled is a fast-paced, steamy cowboy romance with heart, heat, and a whole lot of swagger. Em Petrova delivers exactly what fans of western romance crave: rugged charm, emotional depth, and off-the-charts chemistry.

The characters are what really shine here. The hero is all things swoon-worthy—strong, loyal, and a little rough around the edges—while the heroine holds her own with sass and strength. Together, their connection crackles with tension and passion, and watching their relationship unfold is a total treat.

Petrova’s writing captures the grit and beauty of ranch life, with a rich setting that makes you feel like you're right there on the range. There’s plenty of drama, romance, and heartwarming moments, but also a sense of family and loyalty that grounds the story beautifully.

If you’re into cowboy romances with fiery passion, strong heroines, and protective, smoldering heroes, Wild and Wrangled is for you. It’s the perfect escape read—sexy, heartfelt, and totally addictive.

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Lyla Sage does it again! I love her writing and storytelling so much, she is so masterful at bringing a story together in a way that is unexpected, but not hated. I loved Dusty and Cam so much and it was such a fun read. I also loved how this book had flashbacks in it, it really added a new level of depth to the story and I think they were crucial in understanding how meaningful their relationship was to each other. Highly recommend and can't wait to sell it like crazy.

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I absolutely loved every single second of this!!!! I think it is my favorite in the series!!!! Thank you for the e-ARC!

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Wild and Wrangled is the fourth and final book in the Rebel Blue Ranch romance series. I'm not normally a romance reader, but I love this series.I love the found family aspects. I'm also a huge fan of the fictional Ryder family and their sprawling Wyoming ranch. These books are very open door so if that's not for you, you'll definitely want to skip this series.

Thanks to Random House Publishing, Dial Press Trade Paperback, and NetGalley for a review copy of Wild and Wrangled.

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This was cute and overall I did enjoy some of this series. I think the arc of them all was nice. I’m not sure how invested I was in Dusty and Cam’s storyline because of their characters falling in love so young but I still enjoyed it overall.

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I've enjoyed the Rebel Blue Ranch series from beginning to end. I'll read anything Lyla writes. I gave this four stars only because the ending kinda wrapped this up quickly and was a little anti-climactic.

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Wonderful book to end the series on. The characters and pacing were great and I loved the ending. Would be a great choice for a romance book club.

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Lyla Sage wrapped up the series beautifully with a heartwarming finale that leaves you feeling both happy and fulfilled. Wild and Wrangled stands out as one of my favorites among the four books. Seeing how each character’s journey came to a close gave this final installment a true sense of closure. With rich character development, imaginative settings, and a cast full of charm, this book was an absolute joy to read.

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If you’ve enjoyed the previous Rebel Blue books, chances are you’ll find a lot to like in this one too. One of the strengths of the series is its consistency—it sticks to a familiar, well-loved formula that fans have come to appreciate. It’s not trying to reinvent the wheel, and honestly, it doesn’t need to. The characters, pacing, and tone are all in line with what readers have come to expect, which makes this installment a comforting and enjoyable read.

That said, I did find myself wishing for a bit more depth in certain areas. In particular, Cam’s struggle with her parents and the tension surrounding her social class felt like it had real potential to add emotional weight and complexity to the story. Unfortunately, those issues were resolved—or at least brushed aside—much too quickly for my taste. It felt like a missed opportunity to explore something deeper and more meaningful, especially since it was introduced as a significant part of her character arc early on.

Still, the book delivers on what it promises: a sexy cowboy story in a familiar world with characters you can root for. If you're already a fan of the series, this one won't disappoint.

Thank you Netgalley and Random House Publishing Group for the eARC

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Wild and Wrangled is the final book of Lyla Sage's Rebel Blue Ranch series - I am so sad to leave these characters behind! This last book picks up where book 3 left off - with Cam at her wedding, no groom in sight. But her high school sweetheart Dusty comes to the rescue, and Wild and Wrangled tells the story of how these first loves became estranged but eventually found their way back to each other. And of course, our favorite characters from the three prior books make appearances throughout. In all, it was a great final chapter to a really fun series.

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This was a great conclusion to the series, and I loved the letter from the author. If you love second chance love, single parent, and strong female main character stories... This is one for you! It is told in two timelines, and from both points of view. Riley is just as cute as ever, and shines in every page she enters. It was nice to get Cam's story, and see a single parent story from the woman's side. I loved visiting all of the other characters from the series. All in all, a very quick and fun read.

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Okay, THIS one might hae just been my favourite one yet. Dusty and Cam are just perfection and their invisible string y'all??? I can't. You can tell when the authour just loves and knows their characters because you can feel it in the writing. This really is the end of an era but I am so excited to see what else Lyla Sage has for us in the future! I've been patiently waiting since finishing Lost and Lassoed for this one and I can't believe its already here!

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This author is new to me, but I will be keeping an eye out for anything else they publish. I loved the story and the characters. The pacing of the story was great and the characters were relatable.

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Wild and Wrangled was everything I wanted and more. It was the perfect conclusion to such an amazing series. I felt so many emotions while reading this book, and even cried multiple times. Dusty and Cams story is so beautiful and the true definition of right person, wrong time.

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Is this really the end of Rebel Blue because I desperately don’t want it to be. This book filled a hole in my heart. Lyla Sage has done it once again. I’ve decided that she is the Queen of writing men who are such pathetic suckers for their woman and I will eat it up every time. I’m a sucker for “second chance romance” and always will be, and boy did this book deliver.

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