All Night Long with a Cowboy by Caitlin CrewsMy rating: 4 of 5 stars
All Night Long with a Cowboy surprised me in the best way. What starts as a clash between a gruff, emotionally closed-off cowboy and a fiercely independent librarian slowly unfolds into a tender, character-driven romance filled with heart, healing, and just the right amount of heat.
Jensen Kittredge has the whole “troubled but charming” cowboy thing down to a science, while Harriett Barnett is the town’s no-nonsense librarian with a backbone of steel and a sharp tongue. She’s not interested in being anyone’s project—and definitely not interested in Cold River’s biggest flirt. Watching these two navigate each other’s walls, fears, and stubborn streaks was both frustrating and deeply satisfying.
The emotional depth caught me off guard. Jensen’s journey from detached ladies' man to someone willing to open up and try for more felt raw and real. Harriett’s layers were equally compelling—her intellect, vulnerability, and refusal to play damsel made her stand out. The connection between them built slowly, but the payoff was worth it.
There’s also a lovely secondary plot involving a troubled teen that helps bring out Jensen’s softer side and gives the romance even more depth.
So why 4 stars instead of 5? The pacing dragged a bit in the middle, and Harriett’s constant emphasis on how “odd” or “difficult” she was felt repetitive at times. But those are small things in the grand scheme of a very rewarding read.
If you’re into small-town romances with flawed but lovable characters, slow-burn tension, and some unexpectedly emotional punches, this one is definitely worth a read.
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