The Sweet Cowboy She Never Forgot (Hearts Across the Frontier)

Ever since her mother’s death and her father’s decline, Emma Mitchell’s family ranch has been slipping through her fingers. With her younger sister depending on her, Emma shoulders every burden alone—until the last person she ever expected rides back into her childhood best friend, her first love, the one who left her behind…

Jake Callahan never meant to return in disgrace. Sent away by his sheriff father, he now returns as a deputy to protect the town from an outlaw threat. He’s never wanted anything more than his father’s approval… except Emma. He longs to guard her family and her heart—but how can he earn her trust when he’s the one who broke it?

As raids spread across the countryside, Emma and Jake must stand side by side like they did as children. Old feelings ignite, buried wounds resurface, and protecting those they love draws them closer than ever. But when betrayal strikes, will they claim their second chance —or lose each other again and forever?

Childhood Friends to Lovers, Second Chance at Love, Guardian Romance.

"The Sweet Cowboy She Never Forgot" is a historical romance novel of approximately 60,000 words. No cheating, no cliffhangers, and a guaranteed happily ever after.