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The Last Dance You Saved

The Hatley Family, Book 3

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The Last Dance You Saved

By: LJ Evans
Narrated by: Emery Erickson, Alex Goodman
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RAFE: I swore I’d never go back to the ranch that brought me nothing but pain and heartbreak. But when my brother dies in a mysterious accident, what choice do I have?

Once I’m there, it isn’t just seeing how my daughter flourishes that cracks open old wounds. It’s the woman with bluebell-colored eyes who shows me just how empty my life has become.

SADIE: When the jewels in my grandmother’s attic lead me on an adventure to find our family’s roots, I never expect it to cost me my heart. And now that a tormented cowboy and his lonely daughter have claimed it, a little danger won’t scare me off.

If Rafe thinks he can send me away to keep me safe, he’s got a few things to learn about the Hatley family. We don’t disappear when the worst hits. We double down and fight for the win.

And with love at stake, I’m willing to bet it all. Interconnected standalone series.

Can be listened to in any order.

The Last Dance You Saved is a grumpy-cowboy, single-dad, small-town romantic suspense inspired by Nate Smith’s “Fix What You Didn’t Break."

©2025 LJ Evans (P)2026 LJ Evans Contemporary Genre Fiction Heartfelt Ranch cowboy
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Where to start. There is so much put into an LJ Evans story, and this one is no exception. She is one author I know will be enjoying an amazing romance mixed in with solid side stories and characters with interesting histories. Introduce Rafe. A man who made a rash decision that effected not only his personality, but his relationship with his family. He sees Sadie, a woman impossible to resist who surprisingly is interconnected to his life. Rafe was never going back to the ranch he left, but when his life takes some turns, coming home to help his daughter seemed the right choice. Little did he know Sadie would be there. Now the confusion and attraction is strong, so things need to be worked through. Sadie holds a key to the problems at the ranch, Fallon is too smart for her age and it is to her benefit and Rafe is willing to do whatever it takes to keep them both safe and save the ranch he deserted. Who is behind it all? It will surprise you. Evans proves that life happens, and the results are how you handle it. People come into your life and how you react is how they fit in. And love is the glue that pulls it all together. I could not stop listening to this one, loving the song choices for each chapter and loved how it all came together. Fabulous listen, this series should not be missed.

Emery Erickson and Alex Goodman just enhance this story with voices perfectly set for each character. The many scenes, from the spunky teen to the mafia head all pulled in the feelings with the sound and nuances from this talented team. I loved how their voices complimented each other and made this listen one that I could not pull out of my ears. Grab in now!

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Wow, this book completely blew me away! L.J. Evans consistently impresses me with her fantastic writing and her exceptional talent for crafting profoundly impactful stories. Her narratives are deep and layered, featuring complex, intriguing characters who are equally multifaceted. This third book of “Hatley Family” series is Sadie and Rafe’s story, a story that is utterly engrossing, an unputdownable book because you need to know what happens next. Sadie Hatley, an owner of a bar in Tennessee and a champion dart player, though she hasn’t competed in a while, never lost her winning magic and proved she was in Vegas. She wasn’t in Vegas to play darts, but was on a mission to solve a mystery and look into her family roots and a possible mob connection. Rafe, the owner of a hotel casino in Vegas, and it is in one of his bars where he meets Sadie, a piano bar turned country her doing, his undoing. The two ignite right from the start, undeniable chemistry, but he will deny himself because she is too young at twenty-three to his thirty-five. Except he gives in, but thanks to his daughter, Fallon, their heated moments got cut off before it went too far. But that is not the last he’d see of her, and that is not including the next day when she is meeting with a known mobster. Sadie is off the California to talk to someone about the jewels that were in her grandmother’s possession and to speak to the ranch owner about business improvements. The same ranch that Rafe walked away from, his family’s ranch, that his daughter wants him to help save. What a complicated family: two brothers in love with the same woman, Lauren, who truly loved and wanted both, but that did not work out. So Rafe let them buy him out, and he left for Vegas to start his own empire. But the ranch is not doing well, and they will probably lose it unless something gives, possibly the family jewels, which Lauren’s brother is aiming for, though he seems more interested in making wrongs done in the past right, which were results of a family feud generations ago. When Rafe sees Sadie at his family’s ranch, he jumps to the wrong conclusion, just as he did when he saw her with his Vegas rival. I loved how kind-hearted Sadie was with Lauren and Fallen, and it did not take long for Rafe to figure out he was wrong about her, but she still gave him a run for his money. There is never a dull moment in this book, and it just flew by so quickly, so I hated having it to end, but sure loved that ending! This is a perfect example of a masterfully crafted romantic suspense, and I loved how it all played out, with plenty of drama, angst, mystery, thrilling and suspenseful moments, heartwarming moments, heartfelt emotions, and steamy romance. L.J. Evans, thank you for the exceptional story and the wild and emotional rollercoaster ride, escapism at it best!

🎧📚🎧 Emery Erickson and Alex Goodman were the ideal cast to bring these characters to life, giving each a voice that was fitting. I loved how they took each role and made it their own, sounding believable and just as I imagined the character would sound. Erickson was a natural in Sadie’s role, showcasing every facet of her personality, from her sass and wit to her strength and determination, and all in between. Goodman did the same as Rafe and was just as amazing at showcasing his personality and demeanor, grumpy attitude and all. Both were fantastic voicing and performing the roles of the secondary/side characters, giving each their own distinct voice, making it easy to tell who was who. Their pacing and tone were just right for the story, and their expressive delivery conveyed all the characters’ emotions, making you feel each one. These two make a great team, with voices and talent that complement each other and an engaging performance that has you hooked on the story throughout.

Exceptional Story & Narration🎧Riveting & Intense!

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