ABSOLUTELY DEVOURED THIS. I was so excited to be accepted to read this early. I love every character in this series, straight up perfection. Cole & Ginger are EVERYTHING TO ME. & mabes😭 this book couldn’t have been any better. I know everyone that reads them is going to love this so much. Paisley ate and left no crumbs writing riding the high. THANK you so much for accepting me to read this early. I will never shut up about silver pines.

I don't know how Paisley Hope comes up with the perfect characters, but she has done it again! I thought Training the Heart was my favorite with Wade (Sarge) and Ivy. Cole (Law Daddy) and Ginger (Vixen) just took the top spot. I loved and ate this whole story up. The relationship development for Cole and Ginger was perfection. I adore Mabel and her relationship with Ginger. The Ashby family texts and the Not Angels texts were so funny. I seriously just want to live in Laurel Creek and be apart of this group. I cannot wait for everyone else to enjoy this story as much as I did when it is published on May 06, 2025.

Thank you to Netgalley, Random House Publishing Group - Ballantine | Dell, and Paisley Hope for the arc in exchange for an honest review.

ARC provided by netgalley and author in exchange for an honest review.

The last thing I expected was to get this ARC through netgalley. I have been a fan since Nash in book 1 then Wade in book 2.

But finally we get Cole and Ginger!! The tension and trying to figure out this friendly in the past 2 books finally is here.

Cole is finally the new town Sheriff while playing single parent to Mabel. He is known for being a player and Ginger loves reminding him of his escapades. Ginger is a teacher and Congressman's daughter that is looking for a fun escape. These two have been "hidden" friends for years. Love giving each other sh*t but also being the person they can lean on.

But what happens in Vegas doesn't always stay in Vegas. After a drunk night, they find themselves married and trying to figure out what do. They are giving themselves 90 days to keep this a secret because an annulment isn't an option. What they didn't expect was falling in love with their PIC.

The banter between these two is hilarious, sassy, and spicy. The push and pull finally ends with a f*ck it moment that had me cheering. The references to Brooklyn 99 added a nice touch to the book.

Cole Ashby the man that you are! I’m going to eat up a single dad cowboy romance every time. I loved this book with everything in me! Each book just gets better and better in this series. Ginger was my fav character in the first two books so I knew this one would be my fav and it was incredible! If you loved heartless by Elsie Silver you need to read this! I’ve given 5⭐️to all the books in this series and Paisley Hope has become a fav author! Her writing has the best banter, heart, sass and spice. This book will pull at your heartstrings and make you laugh. I loved Ginger and Cole’s connection along with her relationship with Mable. Can’t wait for the next book! Thank you netgalley and Paisley Hope!

Probably my new favorite in this series!! I loved the story line in this book, it was so good!! Can not wait to share this book with others on my social medias!

Honestly….Cole Ashby is the MMC we all need.

This is my favorite book of the series by far! Ginger with her sass and being such a strong FMC is just what every Law Daddy needs.
Her and Mabel’s relationship as a side story in this book was everything.

If you want an accidental marriage between two friends who turn to lovers with a dash of handcuff play then look no further!

Thank you to the publisher and NetGalley for an advanced reader copy of this book!

Friends to lovers with a side of pining and a single dad I love it! I enjoyed how the main characters interacted and didn’t wait too long before confessing some sort of feelings! I also liked the drama didn’t center around breaking the couple up either. Would recommend to a friend!

This was my third Silver Pines book and I think my favorite! I loved Ginger’s character in Training the Heart, and was so excited to see her get a happy ending.


Riding the High follows Ginger Danforth, a high school teacher who finally made it to summer break. On a joint bachelorette/bachelor trip to Las Vegas to celebrate CeCe and Nash (from Holding the Reins), Ginger finds herself very drunk and very married to newly appointed county sheriff and her best friend’s brother, Cole Ashby. With annulment off the table, Ginger and Cole hatch a plan to keep their secret nuptials under wraps. Ginger will stay with Cole and babysit his daughter Mabel for the summer, just long enough for Cole to make it through his probationary period and her father to be re-elected to Congress. How hard can “playing house” really be after years of repressed attraction?

Holy smokes! Talk about steamy! Paisley Hope did not hold back on this one. The pining, the tension, the banter? Sky high levels, let me tell you. I could feel it through the pages as Cole and Ginger worked through their emotions.

I loved the flashbacks to Ginger and Cole’s interactions as teenagers and would have loved even more of them. I feel like these flashbacks gave more depth to the characters and a better understanding of their complicated history.

As a side note: I loved Mabel! She was the sweetest character and I loved that both Ginger and Cole put her at the forefront.

All in all, this was a fun read with all the best tropes: friends to lovers; best friend’s older brother; single dad; secret wedding; and small town romance. Look for this one out in May!

Thank you to NetGalley and Dell for the ARC!

Freaking Cole and Ginger 😍🥵

I had been waiting for these 2 throughout the last two books and I was NOT disappointed! I loved getting a better look into their "secret friendship" - I felt those little details were all extremely important and played a huge part into the bigger picture of their relationship. The relationship between Mabel and Ginger was so carefully and beautifully written - it tugged every single heartstring.

Per usual with Paisleys books - the adults had me cracking up in every scene they were in. Always calling everyone out 😂

The entire book was just written with so much adoration for the characters & HEA was beyond deserved 💜 I love the was Paisley writes the family dynamic. When they found out "secrets" theres never judgement, just unwavering support and love. (& maybe a few I told you so's) lol

received an ARC of this book from NetGalley in exchange for an honest review. Thank you Random House Publishing Group, Ballentine, Paisley Hope, and NetGalley.

I have read everything Paisley Hope has written, and I couldn't wait to read this one. I was so ready for Cole and Ginger's story, and it did not disappoint. Paisley has a talent for telling stories that are sweet and spicy at the same time. I am a sucker for a friends to lovers romance, and combine that with a sister's best friend... I'm sat. She writes spice like no one else. Cole Ashby... yes ma'am. We love a law man with a dirty mouth. I can't wait to read the next book in the Silver Pines series.

I have always loved Cole and Gingers relationship in the other 2 books and was ecstatic to see just how amazing their relationship really is. How they have always been there for each other even as kids.

I love the friends to lover and the accidental Vegas wedding. The banter was amazing. I couldn't get enough. I had a hard time walking away from this story because I needed to know how this was all going to end, obviously happily.

The single dad aspect was done very well. It didn't have a ton of ex drama, some but not too much, which is nice to see. Mabels character is adorable and her friendship with Ginger is perfect.

This is by far my favorite in the series.

Ginger and Cole are absolutely irresistible together! Their chemistry makes for a delightful read, and the various tropes woven into their story only enhance it. The small-town setting creates a charming backdrop for their unexpected journey, especially when they find themselves in an accidental marriage that neither of them sees coming. The evolution of their relationship from close friends to romantic partners is beautifully portrayed, making the transition feel both genuine and heartwarming. I truly enjoyed every page of this book! Plus, the spice level throughout is fantastic, adding just the right amount of heat to their budding romance 🌶️.

I’m obsessed with Ginger & Cole!! I knew their story would be my favorite and it didn’t disappoint. Single dad/nanny, friends to lovers, accidental/secret marrjage! So many good tropes & the spiiiice was everything!! 🥵🔥 so so good! I absolutely love the Silver Pine Ranch series & this was definitely my fave 😍

this series holds a special place in my heart. i loved it. i absolutely adore ginger and cole and loved seeing their journey from friends to lovers especially their banter!!! paisley’s writing style is so bingeable and enjoyable and i will forever read whatever she puts out!!!

I thoroughly enjoyed this book!! If you love a slow burn and best friend’s brother trope, this book is for you. I loved watching Ginger and Cole’s story unfold with a few twists and turns here and there. This book definitely has a decent amount of spice so keep that in mind but I love me some spice so I was hooked in.

~Friends to lovers
~Accidental marriage
~Best friend’s brother
~Single dad
~Small town romance

I love Paisley and I love all of these tropes but for some reason, this was a slightly disappointing read for me. I felt myself struggling to get through to the end. It was still a solid read; the smut was good & I giggled a few times. It just didn’t feel like anything different than what I’ve read recently. I loved Ginger’s relationship with Mabel & Cole’s observation of that. Even though this wasn't my favorite of this series, I would still read the rest of the series. Major thanks to Paisley, NetGalley & Random House!

The romance between Cole and Ginger is unmatched. The chemistry between them sizzles right off the page, filled with tension and sweet moments as they navigate their friendship, unspoken feelings, and the difficulties making hard decisions. The slow burn is done exceptionally well, keeping readers hooked from start to finish.
With Cole being a single dad, it adds a layer of depth and warmth to the story. His devotion to his daughter makes him an incredibly sympathetic and lovable character, while his cowboy roots add an authentic rural charm that appeals to fans of both contemporary romance and western settings. Ginger is firey and full of life, always pushing Cole to his absolute limits.
As the third book in a series, it builds on the previous novels. There are recurring characters with updates qnd continuing story lines. The whole series is phenomenal, but this one is my favorite.

Ginger and Cole's story was the one I was looking forward to the most, and I'm happy to say that it did not disappoint. A big difference that I found when reading the third book in comparison to the other two was that Paisley provided us with a great back story to the characters, which made me feel even more connected to them. I am a sucker for a friends to lovers story and this one was done so well. I loved the funny banter and flirting between Ginger and Cole, while simultaneously loving the spicy scenes - the scenes went from sweet to hot and I ate it up. Although I loved reading about Cole and Ginger, I loved reading about her and Mabel's story even more - the found family trope made my heart swell and I loved seeing Mabel trust Ginger and accept her as a mother figure in her life. I can't wait to see where this series continues to go. Thank you NetGalley and Random House Publishing Group for the ARC.

4/5🌟 | 2/5🌶️

Single dad romance?! Say less. Ever since I read Holding the Reins, I have been dying to read Cole & Ginger's story! The banter and secret hate between those two always had me hoping for more and this book did not disappoint.

Cole was just doing what he can to be the best dad to his daughter Mable & after their accidental marriage in Vegas, Cole decides to move Ginger into his house for the summer so she can help take care of Mable and keep their secret marriage under wraps. It was so sweet watching Mable and Ginger's relationship grow the more time they spent together & I just adored the three of them as a little family. Their love and willingness to protect each other was so precious.

Cole & Ginger knew they had a strong connection from the beginning, but keep pushing it to the side because they didn't want it to affect the way things were. There was so much tension and pining during this book & I absolutely ate it up. The slow burn was so worth it!

Overall, I really enjoyed Cole, Ginger, and Mable's story & I will happily read anything Paisley Hope writes!

- accidental x secret marriage
- it was always you
- single dad
- “my wife” moments
- he’s the sheriff x she’s the nanny
- secret friends to lovers
- forced proximity

COLE AND GINGER ARE EVERYTHING!!!

first of all i did not expect to be accepted for this arc but the gods were on my side today 😭 i absolutely binged the hell out of it and don’t regret anything. cole and ginger were amazing and my favorite in the series as of right now!!

cole and ginger have had tension building longer than we’ve seen them on page and in this book, it finally snapped. this was one of my most anticipated reads because of their chemistry and it did NOT disappoint. cole is this grumpy playboy and ginger is best girl material 🥹 the way the marriage in vegas trope is going to do it for me everytime should be studied. they literally were WILDDD. i love the banter, everything was tit for tat for them and i ate it up.

also i cannot believe paisley hope made favors sexy?

thank you netgalley and paisley hope for providing me with the arc 🫶🏼