Mercenary Ranch Series by Shelby Storme

Charlie Evans swore she'd never go back to her small hometown in Texas. Now five years later, she's forced to return with the death of her older sister after being named the sole guardian of her nephew.Then enter Ryder Wright. A southern gentleman with a sense of humor who's hot as hell. Only problem. He's a rodeo cowboy. And Charlie swore long ago they were off limits.Will it all end up in heartbreak or... Forever After All?

Maverick Holstrom has never been one to let go easily. But then again, most people don’t know just how fragile life can be. He knows he needs to let Ashleigh go, though. Everyone knows it.Cue Cheyenne Harris, the wild, full-of-sunshine barrel racer who’s had her sights set on him for a while. With eyes the color of gemstones, a smile that rivals the sun, and a confidence that can’t be matched, she just might be what he needs to leave Ashleigh in the dust... moreMaverick Holstrom has never been one to let go easily. But then again, most people don’t know just how fragile life can be. He knows he needs to let Ashleigh go, though. Everyone knows it.Cue Cheyenne Harris, the wild, full-of-sunshine barrel racer who’s had her sights set on him for a while. With eyes the color of gemstones, a smile that rivals the sun, and a confidence that can’t be matched, she just might be what he needs to leave Ashleigh in the dust.But things are a little more complicated than that.Cheyenne’s got baggage…and a little bundle on the way, thanks to her two-timing snake of an ex. After an unexpected turn of events leaving her quite literally homeless, she finds herself with a gorgeous, broody roommate—Maverick—who is too perfect to be real.In fact, things are so perfect she begins to contemplate settling down… But when danger comes knocking at Mercenary Ranch, threatening her newfound family, Cheyenne must make a choice. Stay...or run.Can Maverick let go of his past and save his future? Or will Cheyenne leave Maverick in the rear view for good? less