This unmissable steamy Western romance from USA Today-bestselling author Sofia Aves is perfect for fans of Elsie Silver, Lyla Sage and Elliott Rose.

Every buckle bunny in the stands is angling for a wink and a crooked smile.

Not me. I’m here to ride.

And I sure as hell don’t fall for cowboys. Especially not Slade Vaughan. The gruff, impossible, infuriating man who runs Valiant Peak’s rodeo doesn’t smile, doesn’t talk, and definitely doesn’t date.

So the fact that I keep finding him in the dark behind the stands? That’s just an arrangement.

My rules. No kissing. No dating. No feelings. Lights out, and nobody has to know.

It was working. It was perfect. But there’s a difference between what I should do and what I want.

And what I want is the one thing I swore I never would.

A scorching, big-hearted Montana romance about pride, freedom, and breaking every rule you ever set for yourself, ideal for anyone who loves:

- Grumpy cowboy, fierce heroine

- A forbidden, behind-the-stands arrangement

- No strings… until there are

- Age gap romance

- Rodeo romance and found family

- Dual POV

- Spicy

Return to Coyote Falls, Montana, where the cowboys are broody, the community is warm, and everyone has a secret. Each book in the series is a complete love story, but readers love bingeing them in order.

Readers love Sofia Aves’ Valiant Peak Series:

“Expect lots of banter, some spice and some very tender and heartfelt moments. I am a sucker for tropes: grumpy x sunshine, brother’s sister. This one doesn’t disappoint… I absolutely love anything this author writes. It flows, it keeps you hooked and the stories are truly heartfelt.” Reader review, 5 stars

“5 stars5/5 4/5 spice. This is giving Elsie Silver vibes and I am absolutely not mad about it. If you love cowboys, small towns, protective men and a romance with plenty of emotion AND spice, this one needs to be on your TBR.” Reader review, 5 stars

“Absolutely loved this book! Loved all the characters and the storyline. Can’t wait to read more by this author!” Reader review, 5 stars

“Well alrighty then, Sofia Aves... you hit it outta the ballpark with this one. I was hooked from the first chapter and didn’t want to put it down until the very end. There is just something about a good cowboy romance and this one was IT... Check it out. You won’t be disappointed!” Reader review, 5 stars

“Such a good cowboy romance. I loved the chemistry between the characters and the small-town atmosphere… romantic, steamy, and easy to get lost in.” Reader review, 5 stars

“Beautiful cowboy romance… Devoured this one over two evenings. If you love a romance this is a book for you. ” Reader review, 5 stars