Returning to Silver Pines Ranch in Freeing the Wild feels like slipping into your favourite pair of boots—familiar, comforting, and just the right fit. Paisley Hope once again delivers a romance that’s as warm as a Kentucky summer and as satisfying as a happily-ever-after should be.
At the heart of this story is Cassie Spencer, a rising country music star known as the “Princess of Bluegrass.”
After a devastating tragedy derails her tour, Cassie retreats to the quiet hills of Kentucky to visit her sister Ivy and escape the spotlight. She’s bold, free-spirited, and a little chaotic, in the best way. Her arrival at Silver Pines stirs up more than just dust, especially for one rugged cowboy.
Enter Haden Westbrook, the charming heartthrob of Laurel Creek. Haden is the kind of man who’d rather talk to horses than people, and he’s perfectly content with his quiet life on the ranch. That is, until Cassie crashes into it, figuratively and emotionally. Their chemistry is instant, but it’s the slow burn of their connection that makes this romance so enjoyable. Haden’s steady, grounded nature is the perfect foil to Cassie’s whirlwind energy, and watching them navigate their differences is both heartwarming and fun.
Yes, you can probably guess how it ends, but that’s part of the charm. Knowing where the story is headed doesn’t make the journey any less delightful. In fact, it makes you root for them even more. You want Cassie to find peace, you want Haden to open his heart, and you want them both to realise that sometimes love is worth staying for.
Paisley Hope’s writing is breezy and heartfelt, with just the right amount of spice and sentiment. The setting is vivid, the side characters are endearing, and the romance is exactly what you want from a small-town love story.
If you’re looking for an easy, feel-good read that leaves you smiling, Freeing the Wild is a perfect pick. And if you’ve been to Silver Pines before, it’s a joy to be back.
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