Book Review | Perfect Secret – Molly McLain

Perfect Secret
By: Molly McLain

Series: Mason Creek Series
Book Number In Series: 12 of 30
Genre: Contemporary Romance
Trope(s): Small Town
Publisher: Indie
Publication Date: September 9th, 2021
My Rating: 5 Stars

Blurb:

A fake relationship with a sexy cowboy in a small town is never a good idea…

-Alana-

After high school, my plan was to leave the small town of Mason Creek and never look back. I thought I’d work my way through college while my long-time, bull rider boyfriend chased his rodeo dreams and took me along for the ride.

My own dreams of becoming his publicist and living the high life together on the ABR circuit were crushed when it became clear that my eight seconds was up. The buckle bunnies were suddenly more appealing than the girl with her nose buried in the books.

I’ve sworn off men, especially cowboys and bull riders.

That is, until I walk in on one in my shower, naked, wet, and built like he could break my heart… and my bed.

-Holden-

The rodeo has been my whole world, and all it took was one false accusation to bring it crumbling down. I cleared my name, but the organization I’ve given my life and my body to for the past seven years doesn’t give a damn. They don’t want the drama and right now they don’t want me.

That’s how I ended up in Mason Creek, hiding from the cameras while the dust settles and I can reclaim my reputation and my rank in the ABR. The last thing I need is to get messed up with a local girl, especially one who hates cowboys–bull riders in particular.

Our relationship may be just for show, but I see the opportunity for what it is…The chance to keep my secret a little longer and prove to Alana that maybe her problem with bull riders is simple…

She hasn’t ridden the right one yet.

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My Review

Perfect Secret is the twelfth book in the Mason Creek Series. It’s about damn time we finally get Alana’s story!! If you all are caught up with the Mason Creek series, you may know Alana as the younger sister to Aiden (His story is book 4, Perfect Night). I’m not even kidding when I tell you all, I’ve been waiting for Alana’s story since I first saw her tell her brother to mind his own business where her personal life is concerned! Ah, I knew this woman was going to be full of fighting spirit! And Molly McLain did NOT disappoint!

The motto, they saved the best for last, rings true with this one!! Oh My Gracious, this rugged cowboy with all of his swoony vibes and sexy swagger swept me off my feet. So be warned, if you’re into sexy cowboys/professional bull-riders, Perfect Secret and Holden McMurray is about to be your next addiction!!

Now let’s talk about the leading lady, Alana Faulkner. This woman has been on my mind since she first stepped into the Mason Creek series. There was something about her personality that spoke to my soul and book after book, I kept waiting for her story. Holy hell, all I can say is her story was worth the wait!! I loved her feisty vibes. Alana was a spitfire and there is no doubt, she gave Holden a run for his money. But having been burned by a bull-rider in her past, I couldn’t blame her for putting up her shield from him. Holden realized, first hand, how difficult it was going to be to break that shield. This man was definitely up for the challenge of winning this woman’s heart!

Every single moment in this novel had me feeling some kind of emotion. Mostly, I was smiling like a goof, however there were a few moments that had me clutching at my heart and hoping Molly McLain didn’t decide to pull a twist from her sleeve. Thank the good lord, she kept Holden and Alana as true as can be! I loved the fact that there were only a few short and sweet dramatic moments. Holden and Alana had enough drama in their past, it was time they found something real and someone who is worthy of their trust.

Hell, I don’t even know what I’m talking about at this point! All I know is I’m sitting here in my computer chair with a smile I can’t get rid of and it’s all because of this book, this author, and these characters. I’ll definitely be looking for more novels by Molly McLain in the upcoming future! So if you’re looking for your next small town romance don’t hesitate to pick up this series and Perfect Secret by Molly McLain! I can’t wait to re-read this one!!

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Catch up on my reviews
for The Mason Creek Series:

Perfect Risk – C.A. Harms
Perfect Song – Lauren Runow
Perfect Love – A.M. Hargrove
Perfect Night – Terri E. Laine
Perfect Tragedy – Jennifer Miller
Perfect Escape – Cary Hart
Perfect Summer – Bethany Lopez
Perfect Embrace – Kaylee Ryan
Perfect Kiss – Lacey Black
Perfect Mess – Fabiola Francisco
Perfect Excuse – A.D. Justice
Perfect Secret – Molly McLaine

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Peace Love and Happy Reading,

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