Sixteen Steps to Fall in Love

Three Rivers Ranch Romance, Book 13

By: Liz Isaacson

Narrated by: Becky Doughty

A cowboy who works 16 steps from the woman of his dreams...and doesn't even know she's there. Can a chance meeting in a different location open his eyes to a chance at love?

Boone Carver has landed in Three Rivers, Texas, glad to be near extended family and away from the ranch where his misdiagnosis cost the lives of hundreds of cattle. He bought the animal clinic and has been trying to make a life for himself one pet at a time. The office administrator, Nicole Hymas, has never liked him, and he's not sure why. But it doesn't matter. He's only at the animal hospital three days a week and finding more peace as he participates in the equine therapy program at his cousin's ranch.

Nicole's lived her whole life in Three Rivers and spent the last 15 years working her way from volunteer at Puppy Pawz to the office administrator. Boone doesn't know it, but he stole the clinic from her when she couldn't get the funds together to buy it. He just came waltzing into town with his veterinary license and his loads of cash - and she's never told him nor forgiven him for it. And now, she has to work only 16 steps from him.

A chance encounter at a dog park sheds new light on the tall, talented Boone that Nicole can't ignore. As they get to know each other better and start to dig into each other's past, Nicole is the one who wants to run. This time, from her growing admiration and attachment to Boone. From her aging parents. From herself.

But Boone feels the attraction between them, too, and he decides he's tired of running and ready to make Three Rivers his permanent home. Can Boone and Nicole use their faith to overcome their differences and find a happily ever after together?

©2018 Elana Johnson (P)2020 Elana Johnson

Loved this one!

I really enjoyed the characters in this story, especially Boon. It was interesting to read how he overcame the challenges in his life. I liked how you showed the characters strengths & weaknesses. It made them relatable.

This was a wonderful story that demonstrated the power of forgiveness.

Puppy Paws was such a fun place. I really enjoyed how you gave each dog a personality. The dogs names were funny. I wanted to jump into the book & snuggle up with a dog.

What a Rough Ride!

This particular story by Liz includes a lot of low self-esteem and the overwhelming need for forgiveness. My goodness, poor Boone goes through quite a bit. There is no accounting for true love!