The Army Ranger's Surprise

This is book 5 of the very touching and wonderful series , The Men of Ease Ranch. Army Ranger friends who have seen and lived hell, but whose values, friendship and hearts make them a force to be reckoned. This story belongs to Leo, the inspiration for the ranch and the one that has risen from darkness. A man that believes he is not good for anyone. Kaylee is an Army brat who never stays in one place because she gets restless. But, that doesn’t stop her from being a caring person filled with life . She has moved to Dallas to help her grandfather as well as keep an eye on him until her father retires and her parents can move to Texas. There she meets Leo, whose grandmother lives down the street and is VERY good friends with Kaylee’s grandfather. The story of these two at times was heartbreaking but also heartwarming. Will they be able to overcome personal obstacles and find their HEA? Aside from an engaging plot and complex characters, the author reminds us of the need for us as a society to assist those brave men and women who fight for our freedom. We need to find ways to help them return to civil life. Also a reminder, that love can and does conquer everything , especially when you find the person that makes you feel whole . It was great to catch up with the characters of the previous books. Though I am sad to see the end of this series, I am so very glad to have had the chance of reading each and every book . I was entrusted this copy by Netgalley and Entangled Publishing. The opinions expressed are solely my own.

Leo and Kaydee are just friends, brought together by the blossoming relationship between Kaydee’s grandfather and their neighbor, Leo’s grandmother. Leo visits his grandmother often, even more so that his mom is out of town, and these visits start to involve time with Kaydee more and more. Leo has had a rough time readjusting to civilian life, and his confidence needs some shoring up. His buddies at the At-Ease Ranch are more than supportive, but Leo just can’t let go of his own disappointment in himself. His attraction to Kaydee leads to a fling that soon becomes more than he thinks he deserves. The author does an amazing job of charting his personal battle with his inner demons and how he learns to let love and friendship heal old wounds. These are people you’ll love to root for, cheering with each success and milestone accomplishment. As the fifth in the series, we also get updates on the four other happy couples as well as the wonderful relationship between the grandparents. I loved the people, the romance, and the message of this book. I voluntarily reviewed an ARC of this book.

YAY! We finally get Leo's story and it's fantastic. This is the fifth book in the Men of At Ease Ranch series but you can read any of them as standalones without a problem. Prior characters and little jokes are referenced so those of us who have read the prior books get an extra little chuckle. Kaydee and Leo are great characters both of which are looking after aging grandparents. That's initially how they get together. What keeps them together...well that's a whole other story. Loved seeing these two find their way to a HEA. This entire series has been fun to read. I recommend this book and the series.