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Welcome to the Blog Tour for His Ranch Redemption by Laurie Winter, hosted by JustRead Publicity Tours!
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About the Book

Title: His Ranch Redemption
Series: Fern Hollow #1
Author: Laurie Winter
Publisher: Harlequin Heartwarming
Release Date: April 28, 2026
Genre: Sweet Contemporary Romance
He was her first love…
Can he be her forever?
Widowed Sarah Carmella has a wonderful daughter and fulfilling work running her grandparents’ horse rescue. So there’s absolutely no reason for regrets and what-ifs when her ex-husband, Pete O’Keefe, arrives in town for a mutual friend’s wedding. She and Pete eloped young, then went their separate ways when tragedy struck. But memories of their whirlwind romance and Pete’s charm have Sarah fearing for her heart. Because Pete would never settle down in tiny Fern Hollow. Fresh out of the army, he already has another job chasing danger lined up. Yet, could falling for each other all over again become the adventure they both need?
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EXCERPT:
Sarah shook her head in an adamant showing that the option was not on the table. “Pete isn’t staying. He has a new job in Phoenix and he’ll never be content living here. And most importantly, I am not opening to a romantic relationship. Especially one long distance with no hope of that ever changing. I was blessed with a good marriage with Mike. I already had my prince charming. Now that he’s gone, I’m content staying single and devoting myself to the ranch and Chloe. I don’t need anything more.” No more heartbreak, that’s for sure. Nothing could have prepared her for Mike’s death. If she offered herself to Pete only for him leave her, she may never recover.
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MY REVIEW:
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Filled with deep emotion and hope for a brighter future, this contemporary romance is one of my favorite reads in this genre in 2026 . . .
Sarah Carmella has experienced great joy in her life balanced by even greater loss, and she carries the weight of her longtime grief with her each day.
When her former husband, Pete O'Keefe, returns to her small hometown of Fern Hollow, Washington, to attend a friend's wedding Sarah's pain surrounding past events is brought back to the surface full force.
The animal rescue Sarah operates at Carmella Ranch, her legacy from her grandparents, does excellent work in helping abused and neglected animals heal. However, the financial situation of the organization is tenuous and is a constant worry.
Sarah's six-year-old daughter, Chloe, is a delightful and curious child who is still dealing with her father Mike's death when she was only two. She loves animals and is a bundle of energy who will keep readers on their toes as she plays with her pet donkey, Horace, and searches for unicorns in the farm's apple orchard.
Army veteran, Pete O'Keefe, has never forgotten his first and only love, Sarah Carmella. He hasn't visited Fern Hollow since he left for the Army, but he has many unanswered questions for her about what transpired after they eloped at ages seventeen and eighteen.
Awkward doesn't begin to describe the emotion and tension between these two characters as they seek to settle things between them while they guard their hearts.
I enjoy reading stories where characters let go of the past to move on to live their best lives by forgiving, trusting, and growing in their thinking to see possibilities instead of failure . . . This book provides readers with many examples of this type of growth.
The story includes an assortment of unforgettable characters such as animal rescue volunteer Milton Monroe, Horace the donkey, Dandelion the pony, Beaker and Gonzo the rescue's guard dogs, and some of the other townspeople and friends of Sarah who give her encouragement and support.
The book is completely clean in language and content. I received a copy of the book from the author through JustRead Publicity Tours. All of my thoughts and opinions shared here are solely my own.
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About the Author

Multiple award-winning author Laurie Winter creates authentic characters who overcome the odds to find true love. She keeps her life balanced with jogging and binge-watching true-crime shows. Laurie enjoys time with her family and two dogs, all of who inspire her every day.
Connect with Laurie at lauriewinter.com to follow her on social media and sign up for email updates.Tour Giveaway
(2) winners will each receive a $20 Amazon gift card and a His Ranch Redemption custom premium candle!

Full tour schedule linked below. The giveaway begins at midnight April 29, 2026 and will last through 11:59 PM EST on May 6, 2026. Winners will be notified within 2 weeks of close of the giveaway and given 48 hours to respond or risk forfeiture of prize. US only. Void where prohibited by law or logistics.
Giveaway is subject to JustRead Publicity Tours Giveaway Policies.
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