Being an Army Ranger hadn’t prepared me for running, literally, into the curvy, beautiful chef. Beckett Rivera I didn't plan on moving to Pineville, Idaho, but after connecting with the half-brother I never knew about, he and my best friend convince me it's the perfect place to settle down. And if there’s one thing I crave after spending twenty years of war, eating my weight in dust and sand, and living out of a duffel bag, it's peace and quiet—which I find in a mountain cabin that needs a bit of TLC. Meeting Taya changes my plans. I cannot get enough of her musical laugh, sexy curves, and yes, even her Christmas cheer. My focus turns to convincing the beautiful single mom that taking a chance on a grumpy former ranger is more than just friends with benefits. It can be the love of a lifetime. Taya Davis I wasn't looking, literally, when I found myself wrapped up in the beefy arms of the slightly growly, incredibly magnetic former ranger. He's become a regular in the pub where I've found my second family. I'm a widow and a recent empty nester, so getting my groove back was on my to-do list, but getting tangled up with Beck has me bumping it to job one even with his scrooge-like view on the holidays. ★♥★ Each short story in the Tangling Series features characters in their 30s & 40s who decide to live their lives to the fullest. From second chances to insta love, each story guarantees a HEA. No cheating, no cliffhanger, no triggers. All are standalone stories - enjoy in any order ♥