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I'm going to start by saying that I only started using NetGalley for this book in particular. I have been obsessed with this series since I read the very first one "Done and Dusted." Lyla Sage just does such a fantastic job of reigning her audience in and making them want to know so much more about the Ryder's and extended family. I'm so happy for Dusty and Cam to get their second chance at love. I thought the notes Dusty always writes to Cam were a nice touch and I enjoyed going back in time and seeing how they were together in high school too. I'm sad that this is the last book in the Rebel Blue Ranch series, but I can't wait to see what Lyla Sage comes up with next!!

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I love Lyla Sage’s writing. This series has been very fun and this addition does not disappoint. Love returning to the small town in Wyoming, and seeing my favorite characters. Sexy and fun.

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Everything about this book was absolutely perfect (minus the third act breakup, seemed a little bit too much).

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Dusty and Cam were exactly what I needed! I love a good second chance romance and this did not miss! Dusty is a golden retriever softy for Cam and Riley. My heart could not take it! There were plenty of cute moments between Dusty and Riley which of course I adored.

I enjoyed the dual time line. Being able to see who they were to each other as kids and seeing how they’ve changed and grown into themselves was perfect. Sometimes we’re with the right person in the wrong time and it just takes time to come back to one another.

I think Amos said it best: “A mark on your heart and soul that refuses to fade, no matter how much time passes or how much you think you’ve changed.”

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Spoiler free - Release date: April 15th

Cam and Dusty's story was so beautiful!! Wild and Wrangled was a second chance and friends to lovers romance. They really are meant to be together. They had such amazing chemistry! You really felt every emotion Lyla was trying to make you feel, the writing was great and it was paced really well. The found family in this series is great too!

Thank you Penguin Books and Netgalley for an ARC in exchange for an honest review!

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Lyla Sage finishes off the Rebel Blue Ranch series with a perfect bow.

Dusty and Cam's second chance romance is one that readers who love background characters have been longing for since they first appeared. Readers think they know Dusty and Cam from the morsels of information we've gathered from the series, but as we learn there is always something deeper than surface level. Crafted with love and humor Wild and Wrangled is a love letter to second chances and living the life you want.

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I have loved every single one of Lyla Sage's 'Rebel Blue Ranch' Series and this one was no exception. Cam and Dusty's story is different than the other three, but I loved learning more about their love story. Lyla Sage's writing style and banter between characters is what keeps me coming back for more.

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I've so enjoyed the Blue Ranch series and Wild and Wrangled is no exception. It's a sweet second chance, cowboy romance. The story is lovely and, to me, bittersweet-- it’s the last book in the Rebel Blue Ranch series and I hate to see it end.

Camille (Cam) has just been stood up at her wedding. It was going to be a marriage of convenience to make their parents happy but Graham left her a note saying that he couldn’t go through with it. Cam goes to the Devil’s Boot Saloon to hide out and that’s where Dusty finds her. Dusty and Cam were high school sweethearts and might still be a little in love. He was relieved to hear she didn’t get married but he was worried about her and wanted to make sure she's okay. He found her crying at the bar and took care of her, taking her to get food and clothes (she was still in her wedding dress) until she was ready to go back home that night. We can see that Dusty and Cam had been deeply in love and had gone through a bad break up. 

In the present day, Cam is a real estate lawyer for a law firm in Jackson Hole, Wyoming, two hours from her home town of Meadowlark and the Rebel Blue Ranch. She is a single mom from a one-night stand with Gus (Lost and Lassoed). They are friends now and get along well as they co-parent their seven-year-old daughter, Riley. Cam’s parents never paid much attention to her and were critical of everything she did so she is glad Riley has her and Gus’s big family to love and support her.

Dusty came back home to Meadowlark a year ago after being away for over ten years (he and Cam are both thirty-two). He worked as a cowboy from Alaska to South America and while he loved seeing the world, he was ready to come home and was excited when he was offered the job of running the horse sanctuary at the Rebel Blue Ranch. In his spare time, he’s been helping his mom make gorgeous homemade furniture and he also does detailed leather work. Cam and Riley end up renting the house next door and he looks out for them and helps them with repairs.

Whenever we see Cam and Dusty together, it’s obvious they are still crazy for each other but Cam is hesitant to get involved with him again. It’s a slow burn until they are stuck in a snow storm together and finally give in to their attraction. They begin a relationship and while there are still a few hiccups, it's special see them finally get their HEA. (They’ve had eyes on each other all through the series.) I have to say, Dusty is one of the best book boyfriends I’ve read in a long time. His sweetness and love shine through from the notes he writes her in high school up to the beautiful love letters he writes her later.

My one quibble was with Cam. It was clear that Dusty worshipped the ground she walked on but she held herself back from him for months. Also, a big part of the story was how Cam was always trying to please her parents and I would have liked more of a resolution with that in the story. I enjoyed getting to see characters from the other books in the series and how they naturally fit into this story. I think it’s helpful to have read some of the other books in the series but it’s not necessary.

Wild and Wrangled is a happy and satisfying conclusion to the Rebel Blue Ranch cowboy romance series in the mountains of Wyoming. I was lucky to visit the area last summer and I love how Lyla Sage portrays the area beautifully in her stories. I hope we get to see more cowboy romances from her in the future.

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Are Dusty and Cam my favorite Meadlowlark couple? Nope! Did I still eat it up? Yep!
Friends to lovers, Cam and Dusty are destiny. I love that you get snippets of previous couples and Wild and Wrangled just reaffirmed my love for Teddy and Gus. Dusty is everything you want in a fictional boyfriend, reaffirming, gentle and sweet. I did want him to be more of a bad boy, though, especially with all his tattoos and the drifter vibes. Cam left me feeling lacking, she had some depth of character at times and then at others she just seemed boring. That being said, the story line was adorable and Meadlowlark always feels like coming home.
I absolutely NEED an Amos prequel, because Amos is everything and makes me cry every time. And I wouldn’t turn down a cute little novella of Hank and Aggie!

Thank you to the publishers for this Arc! I loved every minute of it!

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One of my favorite book couples. I was so drawn in by the anticipation of Cam and Dusty’s story from the other books in this series. This book is the perfect mix of nostalgia, familiarity and comfort. When we first meet Dusty, he is portrayed as always going with the wind, never staying in one play for long, and always down for a good time. Then we meet Cam and her adorable daughter. Cam is portrayed as being stable, knows what she wants to do with her life, and loving towards her daughter. I love the push and pull between Cam and Dusty and how they contrast each other but fit so well. I wild twist and turns of this book really pull you in and make you want a life long friendship that turns into a romantic relationship like these characters.

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4.5 ⭐️
1.5 🌶️

Oh Lyla, if this isn’t the perfect ending to the Rebel Blue Ranch series. This book- this one had me in my FEELS!!! I felt every emotion in this book and it was well worth the read. I wanted to wrap Dusty in a hug- he was just so down bad for Cam in ways the reader could only hope they ended up back together. 🥺😍🥲🤩 and Cam- for how her story started in this book, I’m so glad she got a happy ending.

Second chance romance at its best in this book!!! 100% needs to be added to everyone’s TBR.

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I can't believe the series is over! It's definitely bittersweet, but this was still a beautiful send off for the series. I am a sucker for second chance romance and this definitely hit the spot. My favorite parts were seeing young Dusty and Cam fall in love. They are so sweet and the way they YEARN for each other is just perfect. I will miss these characters but I'm very satisfied with this ending! <3

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All good things must come to an end, and this was a sweet ending to the Rebel Blue series. While it is not my favorite of the four, it ties up some loose ends well enough that I am satisfied as a reader. Cam and Dusty's second chance story is sweet, but not overly done. I enjoyed the flashbacks to get context and find out the hows/whys of it all. I would have liked to have seen some more detail regarding Cam's upbringing-- it was there, just not developed to the level I think it could have been. That might have made for a little more drama, but that is also just personal preference showing.

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To know this is the end of an era is wrecking me. Through the time of reading the Rebel Blue Ranch series, one cannot help but to feel like they themselves are a part of the Ryder crew. To finally, FINALLY, dive into the story of Cam and Dusty was an honor. These two had my heart from the moment of meeting them, and the emotions were high. Dusty... is a god among men and should be the standard. Lyla Sage. Thank you for the journey. It was the best. Thank your for the chance to read this NetGalley! =]

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I loved this book. The flashbacks made the yearning between Cam and Dusty so deep. I had tears in my eyes at times because they both wanted to love each other and yet were scared. I thought him owning the house was a little cliche. This was the perfect slow burn and ending to this series. I am already sad saying goodbye to Rebel Blue.

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I have had a lot of ups and downs with series. Overall this book was alright nothing special.

I found the romance a bit underwhelming. I didn’t feel the angst and the frustration that’s typical in second chance romance it was pretty flat. It also went from 0 to 100 in like five seconds, it was confusing.

The writing is improving a lot though I have to say this! Since the first book the change has been noticeable and for the better.

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"Wild and Wrangled" delivers a satisfying second-chance romance, highlighted by deeply developed characters and a vividly rendered setting. Cam's journey of self-discovery, breaking free from societal expectations and embracing her own desires, is compelling. Dusty, the free-spirited cowboy, shines as he chooses to settle down for love, his long-held pining finally rewarded. The book excels in portraying complex, healthy co-parenting dynamics, showcasing a loving, supportive unit around Riley.
Sage's use of flashbacks enriches the narrative, providing valuable insight into Cam and Dusty's past and their enduring connection. The story unfolds at a comfortable pace, allowing their rekindled romance to develop authentically. While the intrigue is minimal, the strong character development, heartwarming relationships, and the immersive Rebel Blue Ranch atmosphere make this a thoroughly enjoyable conclusion to the series.

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I seriously do not know what to do with myself now that my time at Rebel Blue Ranch is over… but wow what a way to say goodbye. Cam and Dusty’s love is so special, just like this whole place. This book was perfect and I will never get over it!!!

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I love the cover! Whenever this author writes a book we know it’s going to be an amazing read. I love how the male character is there for the woman main character.

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Camille Ashwood is jilted at the altar by her fiance. Dusty Tucker sees Cam at the bar where they’re both drinking and manages to help her escape the embarrassment of being stood up. Dusty and Cam were once high school sweethearts. With Cam newly single and Dusty back home, they both keep running into each other and old feelings start to come back. Will Cam be able to let the past go? Can Dusty make everyone see that he is here to stay? Throughout “Wild and Wrangled” Cam and Dusty grow closer and closer and their proximity leads to the start of a new beginning.

I adore Lyla Sage and the Rebel Blue Ranch series. It was hard to put this book down and I enjoyed every minute of it! I will definitely be recommending it to my friends!

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