Long Time Coming

A Small Town, Single Dad, Brother's Best Friend Ranch Romance

By: S.L. Scott

Narrated by: Samantha Summers, Ryan Hudson

It didn’t take long for news to spread that Tagger Grange was back in Peachtree Pass. I found out even faster when I fell right into his arms—not by choice.

The barstool wobbled under me when reaching for a cheddar biscuit. They’re my weakness. Much like he used to be.

Rolled up sleeves and tailored pants have replaced the boots and jeans my brother’s best friend once wore. But it’s not just the clothes that have changed. His shoulders are broader and he’s broodier. Somehow, he's even more handsome than ever.

And seeing the little boy smiling at his side? My heart instantly melts. I can't handle Tagger as a hot single dad.

Since he has no plans to stay, I know it’s best to avoid him. But daily run-ins at Rollingwood Ranch make him hard to ignore, and even harder to walk away.

His heated glances warm my insides, his smile awakens my dormant heart, and one stormy night leads to crossing lines we vowed we wouldn’t.

But when falling in the hay turns into falling in love, I start to wonder if our happy ending is a long time coming. Or will he return to the city leaving me with a broken heart?

New York Times and USA Today bestselling author, S.L. Scott, will lasso your heart and tie the bow in this Swoony, Single Dad, Forbidden to Date, Cowboy Romance that will have you falling in love along with the characters.

©2025 S.L. Scott (P)2025 S.L. Scott

A Delight!

After Christine (Pris) Greene's mother died, her brothers packed up, left town and never looked back. Pris stayed behind to run the family ranch and had turned it into a successful enterprise  when Tagger Grange came home to Peachtree Pass. Pris grew up adoring Tagger and, since he was her brother's best friend, she got to know him well and there were many hours she spent ogling him and wishing that he could be hers. What she doesn't know is that her brother, Baylor, made Tagger promise that he would never date Pris. Tagger left town years ago and didn't come home until he wanted to show Beckett, his 6-year-old son, where he came from. His marriage to Beckett's mother had failed and he was worn out and was hoping that going home would take him back to a place where he could just breathe and relax. He couldn't believe his eyes when he ran into (quite literally) the little spitfire woman in front of him whom he last saw as a young girl. He's looking at Pris with an entirely new set of eyes and he's bothered by that promise he made to her brother. As they spend time together, there's an undeniable connection between them and they both know it's something that's going to happen, even if they have to keep it a secret. Tagger has to get back to New York and his real life, while Beckett has to go home to live with his mother, and Pris stays behind, once again, hoping that they can make their long-distance relationship work. I was annoyed at both Pris and Tag that they tried to keep the secret when everybody around them knew full well that they were in love, but it set up the confrontation between Tagger and Baylor. I truly adored this story and I have to admit that Beckett is the one who made the story richer and far more satisfying. He always had his dad's back and came through for him as his wingman. There was a bittersweet scene regarding her mother, who had just passed. and the gifts she received on her wedding day.  When her father presented her with her mother's sapphire earrings and white dress I was fairly sobbing. A beautiful story with characters that felt real and beloved, Long Time Coming is a real gem. Samantha Summers and Ryan Hudson do an admirable job with the narration. Their dynamic voices, varied intonation and inflection gave each character a unique voice and personality. They kept the pace steady and it was a joy to listen to them bring the story to life. 

These Narrators Were Fabulous and Fit The Characters Perfectly

I can always count on author S. L. Scott to deliver the goods when it comes to romance that brings out all the feels. With Long Time Coming, not only did she put the words to paper, she also turned those words into the most amazing audiobook. I could honestly listen to Ryan Hudson till the horses make their way back to the barn. Although, the first couple of chapters threw me for a loop since I had just finished listening to him in another VERY Sexual book. Took a bit for me to associate the voice with the new character. The female narrator was new to me. Samantha Summers really turned reading a book into an art with the way she vocalized and played out all the scenes as if she were live on stage. She was excellent, and I’d love to hear her in future audiobooks.

This book is filled with tropes that you will love. Starting off, we have the forbidden romance between the little sister of the best friend – that causes all kinds of issues, but the sneaking around like they are teenagers tops my list of scenes to remember. Then we have the almost-single dad, so there’s that to contend with. Then we have a bit of an age gap and a long-distance relationship. It’s also a small-town romance that is mostly set on a horse ranch, so bring on the cowboys and their well-fitted denim and black-felt hats. Of course, small towns are known to let the gossip mills flow, and Peachtree Pass was no different.

Tagger Grange and Christine “Pris” Greene have known each other since childhood, but now Tagger’s home for a visit with his son in tow, and Pris is all grown up, and she is ready to commit to her flirting with her lifelong crush. Tagger loves the flirtations that he suspects are happening, so he’s ready to see if Pris is ready to put her money where her mouth is. I truly loved the story, but I'm giving it 4 stars because I feel like it had the potential for a lot more angst. Even though Tagger and Pris had a few obstacles and hurdles to maneuver, things went far too easy for them. I was more choked up and teary-eyed during Christine's scenes with her dad when they discussed her mom. Tagger and Christine didn't bring out my emotional tears.

Long Time Coming is filled with moments that will make you swoon, make you squirm, or maybe writhe and buck, as well as laugh. Little Beckett is filled with wonder, and he can spot the secret ingredient of love. All the characters wormed their way into my heart, and I loved seeing these two families being brought together through the love of Tagger and Christine. You can take the boy out of the country, but it’s hard to take the country out of the boy. Tagger fits right in on the farm, and I hope we get to see them both again. Seems to me like Baylor, his best friend and Christine’s brother, might have his eye on his sister’s best friend, Lauralee, so that is definitely something to look forward to.

What a beautiful story!

Can 2 teenagers remember one another? A Mom
passes away and her daughter takes over the
farm. She takes care of her Dad too. This story
will show you true love!
Great job, S.L.Scott! Samantha Summers and
Ryan Hudson, great job too!