Marissa
Thomas
and then there was one
Faith // Saying yes to an assignment without knowing the details wasn't new for me. So when a unique opportunity arose, I couldn't say no. Who wouldn't want to travel with a team for four months and get exclusive insider access? But now I'm wishing I would've asked more questions, because it's not a team I'm following around this time and the arena is one I've never stepped foot in before. And yes, I may be completely out of my comfort zone, but I refuse to let anything get in my way of this assignment—especially Jesse Hayes: a sexy and charming bull rider who is well on his way to winning the PBR Championship. But as the weeks go by and I get to learn more about the man underneath, it's not longer my skin I have to worry about him getting under. It's my heart I have to protect.
Jesse // I never feel more alive than I do on the back of a bull. The adrenaline, the crowds, the immense satisfaction of still hanging on when that buzzer goes off, absolutely nothing compares. And this year? This is my year. I've been in the top five for the last four years but could never break through to that top position, and I knew going into this season that I wouldn't let anything stop me from winning that golden buckle. But when I meet the new reporter my entire game plan falls apart. One smartass comment and a simple wink and suddenly I'm more focused on her than my rank in the standings. Trying to win her over is going to be more difficult than winning the championship, and yet this is one challenge I won't walk away from.
what readers are saying
if you love Elsie Silver vibes with a hint of Chelsea Curto—grumpy/sunshine, opposites attract, and chemistry that sizzles—then you're going to fall hard for this one.
their physical connection was insane, but their emotional connection was even stronger.
Marissa Thomas delivers a romance that's as heartwarming as it is hot—the perfect read for anyone who loves cowboys, second chances, and a strong dose of found family.
Hung Up is more than just a cowboy romance; it's a heart-stealing story full of heat, humor, and that cozy found family feel I adore.
I can't wait to see what happens next!
their relationship was fire, the banter and heat was hot!
this book took it to a whole new level for me
I would highly recommend to all my cowboy loving besties!
such a perfect representation of not only cowboy romance but found family and a group of people who truly care for each other.
Faith is your workaholic, I'll do it myself type, fmc. she is strong and determined to move on from her cheating ex despite the fact they work together. her guards are up but i loved watching her character development. you could tell there were so many moments she wanted to just let the flood gates open and let her heart show, but she was afraid. i loved how jesse took his time and really showed her the soft side of himself. the little notes. i also adored the friendship she gained with another bull rider, kai.
jesse is your player that did a complete 180 after meeting faith. the groveling and pinning he did for her was totally swoon worthy. i loved watching his character change from the first few chapters. the chemistry between the two was so palpable. the worry and protectiveness in both jesse and faith for each other is what really shined through to me. i loved the little nicknames they gave each other too.
i do have to note, every single character, the pbr boys, jesse's family, faith's bestie, they all played such an important part in the story. i truly love stories with found family and this is the perfect example.
MARISSA, GOODREADS REVIEW
I don't even know where to start with this review; it had my whole heart. a cowboy romance is completely a bit of me anyway, but this took it to a whole new level for me. the characters, the found family through friendship and the whole storyline was beautiful. this book covered so many tropes that make a good book and you wrote them in such a way to make this book memorable. i could pick absolutely no fault. the fight that jesse put up to knock down faith's walls was unbelievable; it isn't easy to take that fear from somebody who has been let down time and time again and who finds fault with themselves through the actual fault of others, but jesse was patient and understanding. faith, although she had her walls up, she knew what she wanted and was clear about it. she is the fmc we all love to read about and i'll forever recommend this book to people.
TEIGAN, BETA REVIEW
i had so much fun with this one! faith is our intrepid sports reporter, delving into the world of Professional bull riding for the first time, and meeting jesse, our pretty boy bull rider.
this book is full of romance, yes, but also friendships and strained family relationships that feel so real. and if you're anything like me, you're a sucker for nicknames, and sweetheart, this one has them aplenty!
watching the romance between our two mains was so entertaining, and seeing how faith and jesse grow and change is so rewarding. so many parts of this book hit me right in the feelings, and i can't wait to see what happens next! the only downside being, now i have to wait to see what happens next!
SALLY, GOODREADS REVIEW
