I came to Bridger Falls to build a resort, not fall for a rugged cowboy my first week in town.
Gage Mercer—fourth son in a family ranching dynasty and the valley’s most notorious bachelor—was the exact opposite of everything I’d ever wanted: rooted to this place where I’ve always been a wanderer, content where I was constantly chasing more. And yet, he challenged everything I thought I knew about myself.
I tried to keep my walls up, tell myself I couldn’t afford distractions, but he saw through my defenses like they were made of glass.
We agreed to keep things simple, but simple became impossible when every kiss felt like destiny and every touch felt like a promise.
With Gage, I didn’t just let go of the reins I’d always held so tightly; I surrendered completely. And in the moments when he took control, I finally embraced the woman I was always made to be—his.