Joy Anderson never expected to find herself in a place like Cole County. When her best friend suggested she join her in the small town, there was nothing keeping her in the city, so she moved into her friend’s old place and fell into a simple routine of working part time at the Family Health Center as well as helping out at Boulder Ranch. One chance encounter with a handsome cowboy quickly changes everything. Joy’s life takes a thrilling turn at the start of rodeo season when it turns out the handsome cowboy is local legend Tate Garrison. With Tate by her side, Joy learns to embrace the excitement and challenges of her new life, all while discovering who she is and what she truly wants in life. Has Joy found the happiness and love she’s been searching for, or will the obstacles in their path prove too difficult to overcome?

Tate Garrison, a former pro bull rider turned bronc rider, is a man with a tough exterior but a heart of gold. With their parents no longer living, Tate has dedicated his life to running his family ranch and looking after his younger brother, Grayson. Despite his rough, independent lifestyle, Tate finds himself drawn to Joy. As they navigate their new relationship, Tate realizes he must confront his past and take a deep look at himself if he’s truly ready to let someone new into his life. Together, Joy and Tate forge ahead on their new journey of love, trust, and healing. Sometimes, the greatest things in life are found in the most unexpected places.