A review by snaze6
Tempting the Cowboy by Kennedy Fox

5.0

I’ve been eager to read Kane’s story since the last book with Knox and Kane both wanting Hadleigh. When this ARC landed on my kindle I couldn’t wait to dive right in for another adventure at the Bishop Ranch!

Kane is the more sensitive Bishop twin and I was cheering for him to be with someone who is as equally special as him. Since Ivy only previously appeared in the series as a young teen, I was a little concerned and shocked to learn of her being paired with Kane.

The age gap between these two characters and Kane’s past with her older sister/his best friend we’re pretty big obstacles, but knowing and trusting this author duo, I jumped into the story with an open mind and was quickly convinced these two characters truly were a great pairing.

Ivy is like many of us, a book nerd at heart who enjoys her book boyfriends and smutty storylines. She has some insecurities and has had things happen to her that make her a bit hesitant to open her heart and trust. She’s crushed on Kane for many years, and is determined to get to know him now that they share a nephew.

Their relationship is a bit of slow burn which is a little contrary to what readers would expect of a relationship with a Bishop, but for this pairing it lets Kane and Ivy really get to know each other and to form a strong bond before things got super physical. Given Ivy’s age, I think this was perfect to build her confidence and allow readers to see more of Kane’s gentle and romantic side to make this pairing just seem meant to be. Even though it is a slow burn and ‘meant to be’ it isn’t without some angst and drama.

I was entertained and captivated by this storyline, as well as a little on the edge of my seat waiting for their secret relationship to be discovered. I was expecting fireworks for sure.

I love the authors continue to include a large number of the Bishop family members in each new book in the series. These cameo appearances provide updates in their stories - we get a glimpse at the continuation of their love stories and see their babies arrive and grow up.

For me, this series is like visiting close friends and catching up with them, hearing their news and participating in their bikinis and mayhem. The pranks and antics are always crazy funny and liven up most Bishop parties.

I received a free ARC from the authors and I am voluntarily leaving an unbiased review.