Intending to be a career army man, Tucker discovered that life as a paper-manager, while allowing him the opportunity to save lives and make some necessary changes, was too filled with politics, vipers and backstabbing for his soul, and he left. Without a plan. Feeling like he failed. Heading back for some outdoor centering and a visit with his McBride cousins in the little town called Redemption, he’s totally unprepared for someone like Gillian. Walking down a deserted road. In a dress and heels. Miles from anywhere.

An argument with her fiancé over their upcoming wedding had Gillian leaving in a snit – and anger had her lost, aided by an old Pecan tree, a feral hog and a car now unable to drive. Walking seemed to be the most logical option. But she saw no one until Tucker. On his Harley. White Knight to the rescue, he shares his phone for her to call her fiancé off the golf course, arranging to pick her up at a local convenience store not 10 miles away.

And then it’s on. Tucker trying to forget the beauty and charm that was Gillian, her trying to ignore the flutters. With a recalcitrant (at best) or argumentative withdrawn fiancé, she’s just holding everything together, planning her wedding and making plans for the events planning business she and the fiancé are to open. But Tucker has his own issues – most of all feeling like he failed at his longed for career – while still being there for family, while not quire being able to forget Gillian and his desire for her. But when things start to fall apart for Gillian, she runs to Tucker for help and the confidence that he so quietly gives her. With family, friends and plenty of chemistry and back and forth between these two, plenty of drama from bridezillas and a college nemesis, a few rather ‘offbeat’ references and advice from others in the family and finally the realization that being with someone who builds your confidence and sees you as amazing, even in your childish moments is all that matters.

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I loved this second of the 'Eternity Springs: The McBrides of Texas' series. I loved the vulnerability of the main characters, the charming surrounding cast and the humor in dealing with life's problems that is a hallmark of Emily March's books. Even though the interactions are adult, they are handled with no coarseness that would otherwise mar the perfection of the book. I appreciate that. Now I have a dilemma. How can I patiently wait for Boone's story? It can't be soon enough for me to find out if it is Maisey and Boone.

I received a complimentary copy of this book from the publisher via NetGalley. The opinions expressed in this review are entirely my own.

I enjoyed this book very much. I have enjoyed the Eternity Springs Series since book one. Tucker is book two in the McBrides of Texas series. A good story line, interesting characters.

Gillian is engaged, but there is trouble in paradise, and finally engagement is ended by her fiancée.
She is devastated, but mostly so, because she doesn't miss her fiancée but the dream she had with marriage...
Tucker is out from army and is not sure where to go. First time he sees Gillian, is when she walks on the side of the highway in her heels, he help her....but that was when she was engaged.
Now he opened business and Gillian is free woman.
The story is sweet, loved the way Tucker was treating Gillian.
Sweet, romantic, lovely.

OK, apparently this is 17th in the Eternity Springs series (2nd in McBride)...and the first I’ve read of either. So while I didn’t feel lost, there was definitely some backstory.

The writing was fine, but I had issues with both mains. I found Tucker too cocky, and a tad chauvinistic and annoying as he approached “winning” Gillian as a military campaign (as he is a veteran). Gillian is a bit ditzy, overly emotional and too indecisive. Yes, her ex-fiancé was a real jerk, but I never got the feeling she was very emotionally involved with him, and considering that she had her own doubts about the wedding, I felt her emotional bouts were too over-the-top.

I’ve definitely read better.

Thanks to #NetGalley and #StMartinsPress for providing me the ARC. The opinions are strictly my own.

Tucker by Emily March
Book #2: The McBrides of Texas Series
Source: NetGalley and St. Martin’s Press
Rating: 3/5 stars

Tucker McBride is admittedly, lost. Oh, geographically he knows exactly where he is, but in every other aspect of his life, he is lost. After his military career derailed, Tucker has found himself wandering back home to Eternity Springs in the hopes of finding himself and his new life’s path. A little time in the wilderness never hurt anyone, and if Tucker is very lucky, he will not only find his way back to life, but back to a life he can be completely happy and satisfied with.

Strictly by chance (Fate?) Tucker meets Gillian Thacker, bridal shop owner by day, jilted bride by day, night, and every other time in between. Tucker’s attraction to Gillian is instantaneous, but he is a gentleman of honor and until she is completely free of her sleezy ex, Tucker isn’t going to try and worm his way in. On the other hand, Tucker is also a well-trained military man, and every good soldier knows, you have to have a plan to be successful. With Operation Horny Toad formulated, Tucker is all about biding his time until he can implement his pan and win over the woman, he is certain is his forever.

Wooing Gillian begins with just being her friend and Tucker is absolutely willing to take that first step. Gillian’s heart is broken, her world has been turned upside down, and she is questioning her own judgement. How can a woman who dresses brides for a living have been so blind to her own ex’s bad behavior? What’s more, how could she have ever been so invested in a man she isn’t even sure she loved? Further confounding Gillian is that fact that her body and mind seem to want more from Tucker than just friendship, but her heart simply can’t be trusted.

Then comes Vegas and a skinny Elvis . . . . . .

The Bottom Line: Up until about the halfway point in this book I was firmly set on a four to four-and-a-half-star rating. Eternity Springs is just as beautiful as I remembered from book one and the McBride’s are just as sexy and honorable, and sexy and kind, and sexy and generous as I remembered. Did I mention sexy? Tucker is a book-long love and from the moment he is introduced, I wanted nothing but the best for him. What can I say? I’m a sucker for lost, sexy man 😊 The rub for me comes when Gillian begins to waffle in her decisions and actions. Though she tells Tucker she only wants to be friends, she often sends very mixed messages. Vegas, anyone??? I became quite frustrated with Gillian and her treatment of Tucker, which was bad, at best, and bordering on cruel, at worst. For me, Gillian became one of those people you just want to slap silly and tell to get her head out of her ass and recognize what’s right in front of her! Even when she eventually did pull her head out, it was too little too late for me. With luck, she will have settled down in future installments of the series and I will be able to see her for what she is meant to be, Tucker’s truest companion and partner. Tucker McBride deserves nothing less.

This is a very fun and uplifting read. The two main characters are easy to like. From the very beginning you are rooting for Gillian and raise a cheer when she starts L.I.V.I.N.G.Thank you NetGalley for the ARC in exchange for an honest review.

**I voluntarily read an early copy of this title courtesy of NetGalley and the publisher in exchange for an honest review**

Tucker is the second book in The McBrides of Texas series and it was as enjoyable as the first book was!

Tucker McBride has recently returned from the military and he has to determine what is next for him. When he returns to Redemption, he ends up spending some time in nature and also spending some time with his cousin's daughter which leads him to think about having a family, which isn't something he had entertained before. He ultimately decides that one of the things he's best at is wilderness survival, so he and his cousins open a wilderness training school in town and it happens to be near Bliss Bridal Salon, which also happens to house one of the co-owners, who caught Tucker's eye when he rescued her when she was stranded on the side of the road.

Gillian Thacker owns Bliss Bridal Salon with her mother and she's currently engaged and planning her own wedding, however things aren't going quite as she had planned with her fiance. As she begins to realize things are not as they seem with her fiance, and she ultimately finds herself brokenhearted, she turns to Tucker for support.

Will something develop between the two once Gillian is free to explore the amazing chemistry between she and Tucker?

I enjoyed the story and both characters very much. The supporting cast in the book was extremely entertaining as well. This was filled with romance, passion, and humor and it's one I would recommend.

I was given an ARC from NetGalley in exchange for an honest and independent review.
An easy to read, sweet story but was quite slow to get going to the main story.
I loved the character of Tucker - funny, cheeky, romantic and full of enthusiasm and determination. Gillian was a bit wishy washy and quite annoying.
Slightly disappointed as It had the potential to be more but for me it lacked substance and passion and emotion.
3stars

I have voluntarily read and reviewed a copy of this title given to me via NetGalley. This book was just amazing. I just lost myself in this story and didn’t want it to end. It was really well written and just drew in you into these characters lives. I look forward to seeing what’s next from this author.

I will leave a review on Amazon or B&N on Feb 25, 2020

I received a digital ARC of this novel courtesy of NetGalley and St. Martin's Press in exchange for an honest and voluntary review.

I found this to be an entertaining and easy read. It was very well written, and I really enjoyed the chemistry between Tucker and Gillian. This was the second book in the series but it definitely can be read as a stand alone book without any trouble. I have read a few of this author's previous books and like those this book didn't disappoint. I would certainly recommend it to others that enjoy small town romances.

Another great feel good story set in the delightful town of Eternity Springs. I enjoyed reading about Tucker and Gillian! I received and ARC from NetGalley for my honest review.

Emily March continues the story of the McBrides of Texas with her new book, Tucker. Tucker McBride moves back to Redemption, Texas, a man whose life was planned out, or so he thought. When circumstances change, he becomes a man looking inside himself to try and discover who he really is.
Gillian Thacker thought her life was set until she is left by her fiancé before their wedding. What will become of her dream to be an event planner, something she and her fiancé had planned to build together? Will she be able to love and trust again?
This is a story of relationship growth, teaching Tucker and Gillian what is necessary to believe in their dreams and how to trust again. This is a must read for new and old fans of Emily March!

Author Emily March is truly talented in the art of telling a story. I’ve enjoyed all the books I’ve read so far & Tucker’s story is added to that list. There was chemistry from the start but what I loved the most was the truly sweet romance that Tucker created in his romance of Gillian. Fear & pain were prevalent in this story for Gillian as a jilted bride & unsure if she’d ever know love again. Tucker from day 1 wanted Gillian in his life. When her wedding never happened he realizes that he now has a chance to win Gillian's heart & commits to a plan. Along the way some surprises happen, as well as heated moments but in the end the Enchanted Canyon has created another love story completed. Definitely recommend.

This was such a well put together story filled with the characters we come to know and love from Emily March's Eternity Springs and now Redemption, Texas. In my opinion, this was truly a "Happily Ever After" love story. Wedding planner and bridal shop co-owner, Gillian always dreamed of her perfect princess wedding. However, she is learning that her dream may not come true. Tucker is ex-military and creating a new life as a wilderness training expert back in his hometown of Redemption, Texas. He is trying to figure out where his life is going. When these two meet sparks fly, although both try to deny these sparks. They come together first as friends, but circumstances make Tucker become Gillian's knight in shining armor, so to speak, as he helps her through a few situations. Filled with great characters, humor, sweet romance, and beautiful setting, Book 2 in The McBrides of Texas was a perfect feel good read.
Many thanks to St. Martin's Press for providing a copy via Netgalley for my honest review.

An ARC from the publisher.


I love going back to these cousins. The way the thoughts and the narration it makes me laugh on how this was made.

I love how the story of these two began to unravel. The hurdles that Gillian had to go through and how Trucker overcomes them, makes each page interesting.

Can't wait for Boone's book!

This is a charming romance set in a town that is a vision of what we all would like to live in, Redemption, Texas. The characters in this town were funny, realistic and at times markedly boisterous in their beliefs. Tucker McBride has come back home after serving as a U.S. Army Ranger. He has a plan to use his skills to set up a wilderness training school. Setting up his shop next to Gillian Thacker’s Bridal Bliss boutique, Tucker is immediately taken by the boldness of this young woman. The conflict comes when both want to use the same space in the small town. Although this is part of a series, I can attest to the fact that it can be easily read as a standalone since I have not read any of the other books myself. My favorite character was Tucker, a strong protagonist with strong beliefs about his own talents and what he wants from life. The theme seemed to be the importance of family and learning to trust others after being burned. I thoroughly enjoyed my first glimpse into the lives of the McBrides and will search out the other books in the series to check out their heroes. Fans of clean, light romance will enjoy this book.

“Tucker” (Eternity Springs: The McBrides of Texas #2) by Emily March
I received an ARC of this story from the publisher with the request for a review. Honestly, I loved this story. It had all the reasons for getting completely immersed in a story. Love, Romance, Heartbreak, Healing, an easy to dislike character, well actually maybe three(?) of those. Plus a host of characters you would be ever so pleased to have as your friends and family. Yes, this story is very much worth the read. Happy Reading ! !

Although I enjoyed this book, it did not quite measure up to the previous ones. The main characters were easy to enjoy, especially Tucker. He provided a few laugh -out- loud moments. I enjoyed catching up with some of the characters from the previous books and thought the author blended them into this story in just the right way. The plot flowed evenly throughout the book and it was an easy read. It could have used a little more steam, for my taste.
Would I recommend it? Definitely for a quick, light, fun read.

This book is the second in the series of the 3 McBride cousins, but is also attached to the whole Eternity Springs series. I really enjoyed Tucker and Gillian's story. This was one of those books I didn't want to put down. Their banter was very entertaining. I like the characters and the storyline moved along quickly. Looking forward to Boone's story next, and eventually going back to read all of the Eternity Springs series 🙂🙂🙂