This is my second book in this series (I somehow haven’t read the first one?!) and I loved the tropes in this one (spoilers if you don’t want to know the tropes!)— best friends brother, small age gap, accidental marriage, and my fave mutual pining.

In the last book we got to see the dynamic between Ginger and Cole, but I loved getting to see more of who they were as individuals. I loved the growth of both of these characters in their realization of love with one another. I loved the family building and everything that came with it. There is also no 3rd act break up which I was totally anticipating! I will most likely pick up the others in this series after getting some hints in this book.

Many thanks to Netgalley and the publisher for the opportunity to review this eARC. All opinions are my own.

This was an enjoyable reading experience.

If Paisley Hope is the author, I am the reader.

The whole Silver Pines series has me in a chokehold, and I couldnt be happier about it.

Small town romance and a single dad? Come on, who doesnt love that????

Cole and Ginger are some of my favorites now and I cant wait to see what Paisley writes next!

I’ve been waiting for Cole and Ginger’s story since Holding the Reins and it was well worth the wait. The chemistry between the two characters has been palpable. I love the friendship and banter between them. So glad they both got their HEA!

This was a sweet friends to lovers romance. I loved that the two main characters became such good friends before anything romantic occurred. This also has a single dad trope which is a fan favorite. I didn't love the plot overall but it was very bingeable and I finished this within a day or two. I think maybe if I had read the first two books in the series I would've enjoyed it more and it would've flowed a little better for me. I would absolutely pick up another book in this series.

I am in my small town romance era and LOVED this book! Secret friends to lovers? Omg I ate it up. Their accidental marriage after a night in Vegas is potentially problematic for Ginger and Cole, so to protect themselves, their careers, and reputations, they agree to keep the marriage a secret and get it dissolved after a certain amount of time. BUUUUUUT we all know that’s never how it goes because they end up realizing that they need each other. If you like single dad, friends to lovers, banter, and “it’s always been you” then this book is for you!

This writing style is just not for me. I loved the tropes, but I did not feel connected to the characters and did not root for them. I wish they had kept my interest, because I love a good small town/ cowboy situation. This one just missed the mark for me.

this one wasn't as good to me as holding the reins, but i did still have a great time! i think i just loved holding the reins so much that i was hopeful this one would hit that mark too, but it just fell a little flat for me.

I really enjoyed this one. It surprised me more than I thought it would. Cole definitely grew on me. And I love a good hidden marriage trope.
I cannot wait for the next book in the series.

Riding the High is the third installment in Paisley Hope’s Silver Pines Ranch series. This charming small-town romance follows newly appointed sheriff and devoted single dad Cole Ashby, who’s eager to prove he’s the right man for the job. Enter Ginger Danforth, an elementary school teacher and daughter of a Kentucky congressman, who’s ready to break free from a life of expectations and finally embrace her adventurous spirit. A spontaneous Vegas weekend with their Laurel Creek friends leads Cole and Ginger, longtime friends, into an accidental marriage and a deal to stay married for ninety days.

One of my favorite romance tropes is friends-to-lovers, and Riding the High delivers it with heart and heat. The chemistry between Cole and Ginger had me grinning throughout; she knows exactly how to push his buttons, and he gives as good as he gets. Their banter is playful, their bond genuine, and the evolution of their relationship felt both natural and satisfying. The inclusion of Cole’s daughter, Mabel, added depth and warmth, grounding the romance in meaningful stakes.

With just the right amount of spice (a solid 4/5 on the steam scale, in my opinion), this story strikes a perfect balance between heart, heat, and humor. My overall rating was 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Many thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for the advance reader copy in exchange for an honest review. I’m already looking forward to the next trip back to Silver Pines Ranch!

I was super excited to dive into Riding the High, I really enjoyed Ginger and Cole in the first two books but unfortunately their story fell flat for me. I felt like they only had chemistry while doing the deed. The spice was great but unfortunately this book wasn’t for me. I do look forward to reading Freeing the wild and am excited to be getting Haden’s story!

This was an absolutely amazing book! I loved Ginger and Cole's chemistry so much, and I loved witnessing Ginger's wholesome bond with Mabel, Cole's daughter. I loved all of the small town magic and this series is one of my absolute personal favorite small town romance series! I cannot wait for the upcoming books, with Haden and Cassie (Ivy's younger sister), and especially Olivia and Asher!!!!

When i requested the book i thought it was an audiobook. My bad, it's not the publisher or Netgalley fault. As a mom it's hard to find time to sit and read. I did start the story and found it okay. I did not get far enough in the story to see if I would get into the characters. I'm not worried I didn't get to finish because I plan to just download the audiobook.

Update: Thank you Netgalley and the publisher for letting me finish the book.

The twist at the beginning had me feeling this was going to be a romantic comedy. It turned out to be a slow paced slow burn. The story is a close proximity roommate situation and domesticated living. There were only a few funny moments. No third act breakup. Explicit sex and mature.

I received the book for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.

This was really cute. I felt like the characters were a little immature at a few moments, but overall I had a good time. Single dad, nanny, Vegas wedding. What more could you ask for?

I love Paisley Hope and I’m so happy that I received an ARC for this. This series has been so wonderful and I’m so glad to be part of it. I can’t wait for it to continue.

First off, you mention single dad romance, and I am already sold!

This was a fantastic continuation of the Silver Pines series, and I absolutely devoured Cole and Ginger's story.
Paisley did an excellent job of setting this up in the previous books, where we were able to see these two banter back and forth. I just KNEW that the tension was going to be off the charts with these two, and I was not disappointed. The SPICE was *chef's kiss,* the wholesome relationship with Cole's daughter pulled at my heartstrings, and this was just everything that I could have wanted for these two!

I will read anything that Paisley Hope writes, and I cannot wait for the next book in the series!

Riding the High is a swoony, slow-burn delight that proves what happens in Vegas definitely doesn’t stay there—especially when love is on the line. Paisley Hope delivers another addictive installment in the Silver Pines Ranch series, blending small-town charm, high-stakes secrets, and sizzling chemistry.

Ginger and Cole are an irresistible pairing: she's a buttoned-up congressman’s daughter aching for freedom, and he’s a grounded single dad with everything to lose. Their accidental Vegas wedding is the perfect setup for a fake marriage full of real heart—and watching them fall for each other while trying not to is half the fun.

Hope’s writing sparkles with warmth and wit, and the emotional payoff is everything. This is my favorite of the series so far—a heartfelt, heat-filled ride from first page to last.

If you love forced proximity, secret marriages, and rugged cowboys with a soft side, Riding the High is exactly what you’ve been waiting for.

I really wanted to love this more, but I felt a little bit underwhelmed by the story. The story moved pretty fast and there wasn't enough depth in the characters.

Thank you for the ARC!

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Cole is the kind of swoony single dad you fall for fast - steady, strong, and just a little bit stubborn. Ginger? Pure fire with a wild streak that made me love her instantly from book one. I loved their friendship and history. Then watching them navigate fake-married life, the tension, the teasing, the feels.. I couldn’t get enough!

Paisley Hope nailed it AGAIN. Sexy, sweet, and so much fun!

Thank you to Ballantine and NetGalley for this arc.

I love Paisley Hope. I’ve read the whole series, and find myself hoping to be approved to arc read book four!

I know we’ve all read several different versions of the wild weekend in Vegas, woke up married in Vegas tropes, but I love how paisley took it by the horns and made it her own.

Also, Cole sounds like a sexy single daddy. Yum.