Life hasn’t turned out the way Cole or Mel had envisioned it. An injury and and accident respectively has sidelined these equestrian lovers, and now they are trying to again find that spark that will bring their passions back alive, and will direct their uncharted paths.

I love when a character in a story falls in love with a ready-made family, taking up a parental roll that is needed in that child’s life. It shows a strong character and always endears me to that person, and this is what I found in Cole. I was struggling to connect with these characters for some unknown reason, especially at the beginning of the narrative, but seeing Cole interact with sweet, precocious Skylar, and fall in love with both her and her mother, really captured my heart.

Friendships are at the heart of this novel, so it’s no surprise that The Sunflower Sisterhood was one of my favorite parts. There is nothing better than seeing women supporting one another, while also supporting their community, and this groups camaraderie was inspiring, and a delight to read. I also loved Joy Carter, Cole’s widowed mother, and getting to hear her heart throughout the story as she navigates widowhood and being a single mom and grandmother.

I also have to add this random little tidbit that I found truly charming. One of the horses on the Cole ranch is named Daisy-May, which so happened to be one of my nicknames in high school! Very cute and further endeared me to this story.

Though it did take me a bit to get into this story, and connect to these characters, once I was in I was hooked. The sweet, small town feel mixed with lovable characters and chill vibes made this a delectable escape.

*I have voluntarily reviewed a copy of this book which I received from the author/publisher through JustRead Tours. All views and opinions expressed are completely honest, and my own. ( )