The Front Runner

When I first read the book description of ‘The Front Runner’, I knew this was a book I wanted to read. I also read some promising stuff about Elsie Silver. And the whole Ranch thing made it even more appealing in my book. So when I received the ARC I was really excited and couldn’t wait to start reading.

Author: Elsie Silver

Genre: Contemporary Romance

ISBN: B09LGC7LK8

Goodreads Rating: 4.73

Stefan Dalca is beautiful, brooding, and bossy. He’s also public enemy number one in this small town, with a murky past that’s hard to overlook. And I just agreed to three fake dates with him. I may be a renowned veterinarian, but when I find myself in a sticky situation, Stefan is my last hope. I need his help to save a sick foal and what he wants in return is me. Our time together starts out as a simple transaction, but the more time I spend with him, the more I wonder if he’s not quite the villain they’ve made him out to be. With every intimate conversation and lingering look, the tension between us builds. I’ve been drawn to Stefan since the first day I laid eyes on him. And now he’s downright irresistible. I know sleeping with the enemy is playing with fire. But like a moth to a flame, I’m attracted to the mysterious man in a way I can’t explain—in a way those closest to me wouldn’t approve of or understand. And the more he softens for me, the harder I fall. But as his mysteries unravel, so do hidden truths. Truths that are bound to leave someone burned. I just didn’t expect that someone to be me.

In ‘The Front Runner’ we read the story of Dr. Mira Thorne and Stefan Dalca. Mira is a hard working renowned veterinarian. Stefan Dalca is the town’s bad guy. At least that is what everyone thinks, but Mira has been seeing a different side of Stefan for a while. But since all her friends seem to hate him, and he is a dick mostly, she keeps his distance. But when Mira is forced to ask Stefan’s help, she can’t deny the attraction between them for long. Especially when Stefan seems to be a lot kinder and good than he shows the world.

At first I was a bit afraid that I wouldn’t be able to really get this story since it is the third book in the series. Luckily for me, after reading the first few chapters I realized that this wouldn’t be a problem at all. Sure there are some references to the other books, but more than making me curious to read those too, it didn’t become a problem.

The two main characters Mira and Stefan, where right up my alley. I really loved them a lot right from the start. Mira, the hardworking, slightly awkward veterinarian. And Stefan, the misunderstood, hardworking, slightly damaged guy. Their interactions where really amazing and I couldn’t put this book down. There banter was just so funny, sweet and exciting. And don’t even start about the chemistry between these two! Boy.. the chemistry was just flying of the pages and I loved the buildup.

Mostly I loved that this book ended up being much more than only a romance story. There is a lot more going on, and I loved how emotional it made me feel in the end. There honestly wasn’t anything I didn’t like about this book. And when I finished the last page.. I put the first two books on my wish list immediately.

‘The Front Runner’ was an amazing read I’d definitely recommend if you’re a fan of romance novels.