Characters

Jake Tarleton
- The 36-year-old cowboy loves his career and loves being a father even more. The ranch and his son become his entire life… until the emergence of his ex-girlfriend, along with her daughter, makes him realize he’s had a void in his life this entire time. He’s hoping that he can take a stab at a second chance at love, as well as create a balanced and happy blended family.
Mia Montgomery
- At 36 years old, Mia is just trying to find a place that feels like home. She escaped to the city at the age of 18, fresh out of high school graduation, with being lured in by the excitement of it. Now she’s heading back to her hometown with her young daughter, hoping for a better start and to give her daughter the home she deserves. She never counts on rekindling things with her high school sweetheart or bonding with his son.
Dylan Tarleton
- The 8-year-old child of Jake wants to be just like his father. He’s nicknamed as his mini me and he dreams of being a cowboy, of course just like his father. He’s very excitable, and always looks forward to going to Beartooth Ranch.
Emily Montgomery
- 8-year-old who is very shy and can appear timid, but she’s a very sweet kid. As the only child of Mia, she sticks close to her mother and is at first apprehensive when they move to the small town. Born and raised as a city kid, living in a small town is a huge change for her. Mia is relieved when Emily settles in nicely.

Summary

In the heart of Montana, Jake, a rugged cowboy who wears the badge of a single dad with pride, after a decade apart, unexpectedly reunites with his childhood sweetheart, Mia. Their friendship had weathered storms, but time and distance had taken its toll. As they rekindle their connection, Jake's gruff exterior clashes with Mia's sunny disposition.

Their journey from friends to lovers is hindered by the weight of past mistakes and the responsibilities of parenthood. When a surprise pregnancy rocks their world, they must confront their fears and insecurities to carve out a new future together.

Through the trials of love, Jake discovers that being a dominant alpha extends beyond the ranch, and Mia learns to embrace her strength as a single mom. With a second chance at love, they realize that fate brought them together for a reason, and their hearts are destined to beat as one.