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The Cowboy’s Second Chance Family by Leslie North

Jan. 21, 2021


The Cowboy’s Second Chance Family by Leslie Northfour-half-stars
The Cowboy’s Second Chance Family by Leslie North
Series: Wells Brothers #3
Genres: Western Romance, Contemporary Romance

Avery Collins is stunned when her ex, Tucker Wells, stumbles through her door during a snowstorm, pretending ten years haven’t gone by since he broke her heart. Tucker was the love of her life—and the father of their daughter, Shanna—and now he’s claiming amnesia. Well, Avery’s not buying it. At least not at first. What happened to the man who said he didn’t want children, who told her becoming a veterinarian would be a huge mistake? This Tucker is bonding with Shanna and praising Avery’s practice. He’s acting like a better, nicer, sexier version of the boy she once loved. As Shanna’s father, Tucker is definitely back in Avery’s life. But would it be so bad to let him back into her heart?

After years traveling the world as a photographer, Tucker wants to settle down and finally do his part on the family ranch. Though his mind is a bit muddled after falling from his horse, he’s thinking clearly enough to know two things: He’s still in love with Avery and he wants to get to know the daughter he’s just discovered he has. It’s clear, though, that Avery is more than a little wary of him—and for good reason: the story she tells of their breakup definitely paints him as a villain. He might not remember breaking her heart, but Tucker is determined to do what he can to make up for lost time. Yet the harder he tries, the more Avery pushes him away. If only he could remember what made him leave her all those years ago, then maybe he could find his way back to her now…

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Other books from this Author The Rancher's Inherited Family , The Sheikh’s Pregnant Nanny , Protecting His Kidnapped Family

I received this book for free from in exchange for an honest review. This does not affect my opinion of the book or the content of my review.

I am a huge Leslie North fan and this one didn’t disappoint. This is the final book in the Wells series but you can easily read it on its own as I did.

Tucker spent years traveling for his work as a photographer. Now he is back home and helping out on the family ranch. An accident in the middle of a storm leaves him with amnesia and seeking shelter from the woman whose heart he shatter years before.

Avery loved Tucker when they were younger but when he left her behind it left her shattered. Now he is back and doesn’t remember anything from before. He wants a second with her and the daughter he didn’t know they had created.

I will say that Avery frustrated me at times because she was so lost in her hurt and pain that she refused to see the gift of a second chance it seemed.

four-half-stars

About Leslie North

Leslie North is the pen name for a critically-acclaimed author of women’s contemporary romance and fiction. The anonymity gives her the perfect opportunity to paint with her full artistic palette, especially in the romance and erotic fantasy genres.

The truth of the matter is she loves her fictional persona, Leslie North, more than her normal, day-to-day persona! Her bestselling books focus on strong characters and particularly women who aren’t afraid to challenge an alpha male. Inspired after years of travel, her stories are set all over the world, from the tough streets of Russia to the beautiful beaches of the middle east.

Leslie fell in love with romance when she first picked up a scrappy, dog-eared romance book from her local library. She began writing soon after and the rest, as they say, was history. She now lives in a cozy cottage on the British coast and enjoys taking long walks with her two Dalmatians, George and Fergie.

She LOVES reader feedback, and if you have any comments, don’t hesitate to contact her via e-mail: leslie@leslienorthbooks.com.

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  1. heather says

    January 21, 2021 at 5:51 pm

    I soooo have to read this one. This is my favorite genre of books and the cover is perfect!

    Reply
  2. Melissa Storms says

    January 21, 2021 at 7:12 pm

    This sounds really good, I love twisty turny love stories, and amnesia is certainly a twist. If Tucker can not remember why he left Avery in the first place, will he leave again if/when he remembers?

    Reply
  3. bn100 says

    January 21, 2021 at 8:16 pm

    interesting blurb

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  4. Victoria Alexander says

    January 21, 2021 at 11:50 pm

    Great post – thanks for sharing your review!

    Reply
  5. Erin says

    January 23, 2021 at 11:08 am

    Thank you for sharing! I am looking forward to reading this.

    Reply
  6. Linda says

    January 23, 2021 at 6:55 pm

    I like North’s strong women in her books. I’d read this.

    Reply
  7. Barrie says

    January 24, 2021 at 1:40 am

    This sounds like a great story with a unique storyline! Amensia creating a new man..wowo.

    Reply
  8. Sandra Dufoe says

    January 24, 2021 at 9:15 am

    Love the blurb it sounds like a great read.

    Reply
  9. Veronica+Lee says

    January 28, 2021 at 7:13 am

    Sounds like a sweet romance!

    Reply
  10. megan allen says

    January 30, 2021 at 8:12 pm

    A man that knows how to work hard..yes please! I would love to read this one! Loved the review!

    Reply
  11. Judy Thomas says

    November 16, 2021 at 5:49 am

    I love amnesia in love stories, throw in the cowboy aspect & I am hooked!

    Reply
  12. Antoinette M says

    November 26, 2021 at 4:05 pm

    I’m new to this author. Sounds like a nice book.

    Reply
  13. Eva Millien says

    January 21, 2022 at 6:31 pm

    Sounds like a cowboy book for me, thanks for sharing your review and have a fantastic week!

    Reply
  14. Bea LaRocca says

    February 16, 2023 at 8:58 am

    Thank you for sharing your review of The Cowboy’s Second Chance Family, Cowboys are my favorite romantic heroes and this sounds like a must read book and series for me.

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