Heart of the West : Effrem's Destiny Wolf Creek Cowboys Book 1 by Candi Fox

In the quiet town of Wolf Creek, Sheriff Effrem Reeves carries a legacy etched in the history of law enforcement, tracing his lineage back to the legendary Bass Reeves. The weight of five generations rests on his capable shoulders, and he's determined to honor the Reeves name.

Widowed, and married to the badge, Effrem's world gets turned upside down when he crosses paths with Ruby, a spirited baker with a heart bigger than the plate sized cinnamon rolls she makes. Ruby, on the cusp of her divorce being final, ventures to Wolf Creek to start a new life and open her dream bakery. However, her soon-to-be ex-husband is set on leaving her with nothing but shattered dreams.

Fate intervenes, drawing the two together when Effrem pulls Ruby over for speeding. He's instantly drawn to her and fights it with all his might. He's determined to stay faithful to the woman he loved and lost.

Can Effrem protect the town and uphold his family's legacy while also guarding his heart against the unexpected force of Ruby's presence? In Wolf Creek, where the echoes of the past meet the promises of the future, Sheriff Effrem Reeves and Ruby Cline are about to discover that sometimes, the most arresting moments happen, at the least expected time.