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Redford Ranch #3
Unraveled
Book three in the Redford Ranch series. All books can be read as a complete standalone, but the best reader experience would be to start with book one, UNTAMED.
404 pages, Kindle Edition
First published March 23, 2026
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About the author
M.J. Hendrix
12 books462 followersMj also goes by Ariel. She's a native Texan who lives in Hawaii with her dreamy husband Justin and two kiddos.
She can't resist pairing a damaged heroine with a southern gentleman who manages to tear down her walls one brick at a time. The men in her books will open every door and carry every bag, just like Justin does.
She's eternally indebted to her writing, which rescued her from the darkest place she has ever been.
Her lifelong dream is to one day write all her books in a house by the sea, with a wine cellar that's never empty and her imaginary characters somehow becoming her real-life friends.
She can't resist pairing a damaged heroine with a southern gentleman who manages to tear down her walls one brick at a time. The men in her books will open every door and carry every bag, just like Justin does.
She's eternally indebted to her writing, which rescued her from the darkest place she has ever been.
Her lifelong dream is to one day write all her books in a house by the sea, with a wine cellar that's never empty and her imaginary characters somehow becoming her real-life friends.
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April 19, 2026
best one so far
I was hesitant going in, because the characters played a little immature on the earlier book, but this wasn’t bad. I enjoyed their dynamic. I enjoyed her ability to embrace her femininity and the honesty of how trauma can linger with you for years. I also LOVED the subtle way that they shut. down. misogyny. Sure he can be a handsome, old fashioned cowboy. But he can’t be pushing backwards views. HERE FOR IT.
The subplot was a little dull. But that letter at the end ripped the heart out of my chest. Oof.
Very interested in both stories to come.
I was hesitant going in, because the characters played a little immature on the earlier book, but this wasn’t bad. I enjoyed their dynamic. I enjoyed her ability to embrace her femininity and the honesty of how trauma can linger with you for years. I also LOVED the subtle way that they shut. down. misogyny. Sure he can be a handsome, old fashioned cowboy. But he can’t be pushing backwards views. HERE FOR IT.
The subplot was a little dull. But that letter at the end ripped the heart out of my chest. Oof.
Very interested in both stories to come.
April 17, 2026
Unraveled By: Ariel Hendrix
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
🌶️🌶️
🌻Morally grey cowboy
🐂Forced Proximity
🌻Found Family
🐂She falls first, he falls harder
🌻Spicy Lessons
🐂Brothers Best Friend
🌻Grumpy x Sunshine
⚠️CHECK TW⚠️
Attempted S.A.
Childhood abuse/trama
Murder
Cage fighting
Loss of a loved one
“For all the girls who need their attitude adjusted by getting tied to a bedpost once in a while by a broody cowboy.”
“Because I knew if I let myself lover her, that’d be it. I know my whole world would revolve around her. She is the rising sun. She owns me. I’m bound to lose her someday because life is full of pain and heartbreak and loss. But at least I got her for as long as possible. And I’lol never take her for granted once she’s mine.”
This is the third book in the Redford Ranch series. If you love dark cowboy romance’s. This book was Sam and Dolly’s story. Sam is Dollys older brothers Beat Friend, and what is scarier than having 4 older unhinged overprotective cowboy brothers? Being there only sisters love interest…. 😂. She tries basically her whole life to get his attention, and he makes her think he is ignoring her while he is secretly always watching and wanting her. This book made me laugh so hard at times, Spice is there but not to much. I cannot wait for the next one to be released.
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
🌶️🌶️
🌻Morally grey cowboy
🐂Forced Proximity
🌻Found Family
🐂She falls first, he falls harder
🌻Spicy Lessons
🐂Brothers Best Friend
🌻Grumpy x Sunshine
⚠️CHECK TW⚠️
Attempted S.A.
Childhood abuse/trama
Murder
Cage fighting
Loss of a loved one
“For all the girls who need their attitude adjusted by getting tied to a bedpost once in a while by a broody cowboy.”
“Because I knew if I let myself lover her, that’d be it. I know my whole world would revolve around her. She is the rising sun. She owns me. I’m bound to lose her someday because life is full of pain and heartbreak and loss. But at least I got her for as long as possible. And I’lol never take her for granted once she’s mine.”
This is the third book in the Redford Ranch series. If you love dark cowboy romance’s. This book was Sam and Dolly’s story. Sam is Dollys older brothers Beat Friend, and what is scarier than having 4 older unhinged overprotective cowboy brothers? Being there only sisters love interest…. 😂. She tries basically her whole life to get his attention, and he makes her think he is ignoring her while he is secretly always watching and wanting her. This book made me laugh so hard at times, Spice is there but not to much. I cannot wait for the next one to be released.
January 13, 2026
I absolutely loved this book. Story line is absolutely amazing and there’s the perfect amount of spice. I think this may be my favorite book in the series! I love the tropes in this book and how it is semi-relatable to everyone who could read it.
February 21, 2026
4.5⭐️
“She bakes and reads, and that’s really about it” that was unnecessary
“She bakes and reads, and that’s really about it” that was unnecessary
April 23, 2026
Sam & Dolly 🥹🥹 I loved their story. Dolly being the only Redford girl was constantly protected by her brothers, & her brothers best friend 🫣 I can’t wait for the 4th book to release!
January 28, 2026
Sizzling Hot!
MJ / Ariel Hendrix has delivered another knockout with her newest book in the Redford Ranch Series. This book is my new favorite!
Set primarily against the backdrops of Moonlight Ranch and Redford Ranch, this story is a masterful blend of the "brother's best friend" and "forbidden fruit" tropes.
The tension between Sam and Dolly is electric. Sam is the ultimate protector—a rugged cowboy who isn't afraid to get his hands dirty to keep Dolly safe.
His internal struggle is intense; his loyalty to his best friend makes him think Dolly is off-limits, creating a delicious, high-stakes pining.
WARNING- The romance scenes in this book are incredibly hot. ❤️🔥
Sam is a true cowboy through and through, and let’s just say he knows exactly how to use a rope on the ranch, and in the bedroom! If you like your heroes skilled with their hands (and their gear), Sam will definitely be your new book boyfriend.
What truly made this book special was the emotional "Hurt/Comfort" dynamic. I loved the sweetness of Dolly baking for Sam and nursing him after his fights. But the stakes get real when Dolly’s heart defect comes into play. Seeing this tough, "rope-handling" cowboy become a tender caregiver when Dolly's heart struggles added a layer of vulnerability that made me fall in love with them as a couple.
With non-stop plot twists and "touch-her-and-you-die" energy, this is a must-read.
It’s sweet, it’s gritty, and it is seriously spicy!
Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Spice Level: 🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️ (Grab a cold drink!)
Tropes: Brother's Best Friend, Cowboy/Ranch Life, Hurt/Comfort, Slow-Burn, Kink-lite (Rope work).
MJ / Ariel Hendrix has delivered another knockout with her newest book in the Redford Ranch Series. This book is my new favorite!
Set primarily against the backdrops of Moonlight Ranch and Redford Ranch, this story is a masterful blend of the "brother's best friend" and "forbidden fruit" tropes.
The tension between Sam and Dolly is electric. Sam is the ultimate protector—a rugged cowboy who isn't afraid to get his hands dirty to keep Dolly safe.
His internal struggle is intense; his loyalty to his best friend makes him think Dolly is off-limits, creating a delicious, high-stakes pining.
WARNING- The romance scenes in this book are incredibly hot. ❤️🔥
Sam is a true cowboy through and through, and let’s just say he knows exactly how to use a rope on the ranch, and in the bedroom! If you like your heroes skilled with their hands (and their gear), Sam will definitely be your new book boyfriend.
What truly made this book special was the emotional "Hurt/Comfort" dynamic. I loved the sweetness of Dolly baking for Sam and nursing him after his fights. But the stakes get real when Dolly’s heart defect comes into play. Seeing this tough, "rope-handling" cowboy become a tender caregiver when Dolly's heart struggles added a layer of vulnerability that made me fall in love with them as a couple.
With non-stop plot twists and "touch-her-and-you-die" energy, this is a must-read.
It’s sweet, it’s gritty, and it is seriously spicy!
Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Spice Level: 🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️ (Grab a cold drink!)
Tropes: Brother's Best Friend, Cowboy/Ranch Life, Hurt/Comfort, Slow-Burn, Kink-lite (Rope work).
January 13, 2026
3/5🌶️
•brothers bestfriend
•grumpy x sunshine
•she falls first. he falls harder
•forced proximity
•small town
•cowboyyy
•good with rope 🙂↕️
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ARC REVIEW!
happy release day🥂
Ariel never disappoints❤️ i’ve loved her writing and her stories from the very beginning. seeing her growth has been amazing.
damn i missed the Redford brothers. i want them all….at the same time😝
Sam and Dolly were everything. the sexual tension made me blush from the very beginning. the coffee cake scene ? ayo. that was hot!
Dolly: i adore her so much. she has a heart of gold and would do anything for the people she loves. i loved watching her really find herself especially sexually, after everything that happened to her. her love for books made me love her even more. the stuff she reads? yep, we’d be besties for sure. also loved how she didn’t take anyone’s shit. i loved her so much
Sam: where do i sign up to be the one he uses his ropes on? he is a SEXY, broody ass who ignored his feelings for Dolly for yearsss!!! that forced proximity did its thang💅 he was so protective & he does not take anything lightly when it comes to her. that man worships the ground she walks on. binge watching the twilight series for her? shut the actual fuck up. and on top of that going to forks? no, i’m crying.
——these two were perfect together.
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fav quotes 🐂🤠
“You have to know, there’s nothing I wouldn’t do to prove that I deserve you”
“I’ll do anything to make you mine.”
“Because I knew if I let myself love her, that’d be it. I knew my whole world would revolve around her. She’s the rising sun. She owns me”
“And I’m madly, deeply, stupidly in love with her.”
“I still think you deserve better, by the way, but I doubt you’ll find a better man who’s just as violently protective as I am. So, in that case, if you let me be your violently protective guard dog for the rest of our lives, I’d really like to beg you to make me the happiest man in the world and do me the honor of becoming my wife”
•brothers bestfriend
•grumpy x sunshine
•she falls first. he falls harder
•forced proximity
•small town
•cowboyyy
•good with rope 🙂↕️
••••••••••
ARC REVIEW!
happy release day🥂
Ariel never disappoints❤️ i’ve loved her writing and her stories from the very beginning. seeing her growth has been amazing.
damn i missed the Redford brothers. i want them all….at the same time😝
Sam and Dolly were everything. the sexual tension made me blush from the very beginning. the coffee cake scene ? ayo. that was hot!
Dolly: i adore her so much. she has a heart of gold and would do anything for the people she loves. i loved watching her really find herself especially sexually, after everything that happened to her. her love for books made me love her even more. the stuff she reads? yep, we’d be besties for sure. also loved how she didn’t take anyone’s shit. i loved her so much
Sam: where do i sign up to be the one he uses his ropes on? he is a SEXY, broody ass who ignored his feelings for Dolly for yearsss!!! that forced proximity did its thang💅 he was so protective & he does not take anything lightly when it comes to her. that man worships the ground she walks on. binge watching the twilight series for her? shut the actual fuck up. and on top of that going to forks? no, i’m crying.
——these two were perfect together.
•••••••••••
fav quotes 🐂🤠
“You have to know, there’s nothing I wouldn’t do to prove that I deserve you”
“I’ll do anything to make you mine.”
“Because I knew if I let myself love her, that’d be it. I knew my whole world would revolve around her. She’s the rising sun. She owns me”
“And I’m madly, deeply, stupidly in love with her.”
“I still think you deserve better, by the way, but I doubt you’ll find a better man who’s just as violently protective as I am. So, in that case, if you let me be your violently protective guard dog for the rest of our lives, I’d really like to beg you to make me the happiest man in the world and do me the honor of becoming my wife”
February 3, 2026
Where could I start? First of all, I can't tell you how happy I'm we're getting a book under Ariel's name it fills me with so much joy💖
Onto the book, when I tell you I devoured this book it's the understatement of the year, I normally take between 1 to 2 weeks to finish a book because I'm a slow reader (compared to must of people on booktok) but I finish this in like 3 days.
I was not expecting at all how addictive this book was going to be for me.
Dolly was such a relatable character for me because of how scared she was with intimacy, her loving for baking and her love for books. I loved how she is such a strong woman and how she never let herself be bossed around by basically no one.
Ngl for a moment I was like "yeah girl, get over Sam, he's done nothing but ignoring you" Aaaand then we get to Sam's side and the whole coffee cake happen and I just wanted to punch him so he admitted what he felt for her.
I loved the hole Ropes and Red thing, the way they both trusted each other "without knowing" well technically true in a beginning haha, but dang they really wanted to do some stuff and how they were to say it on those texts.
I do have to say I did saw coming that Ben would be the one sending the letters and stuff but boy I didn't expect who we was working with and what he's relationship was with Sam, either of both, I did also expected Dolly being taken but seeing Sam doing all that he did for her, even with her brother's around, I loved that.
Honestly Sam's story really moved me, I was so happy when he finally let himself be happy and accepted his part of the Redford family, I really hope to see them in next books as side characters and have them still be happy and hopefully already married.
Thank you so much Ariel for keep letting me be part of your ARC team, I can't wait for the next one❤️.
Onto the book, when I tell you I devoured this book it's the understatement of the year, I normally take between 1 to 2 weeks to finish a book because I'm a slow reader (compared to must of people on booktok) but I finish this in like 3 days.
I was not expecting at all how addictive this book was going to be for me.
Dolly was such a relatable character for me because of how scared she was with intimacy, her loving for baking and her love for books. I loved how she is such a strong woman and how she never let herself be bossed around by basically no one.
Ngl for a moment I was like "yeah girl, get over Sam, he's done nothing but ignoring you" Aaaand then we get to Sam's side and the whole coffee cake happen and I just wanted to punch him so he admitted what he felt for her.
I loved the hole Ropes and Red thing, the way they both trusted each other "without knowing" well technically true in a beginning haha, but dang they really wanted to do some stuff and how they were to say it on those texts.
I do have to say I did saw coming that Ben would be the one sending the letters and stuff but boy I didn't expect who we was working with and what he's relationship was with Sam, either of both, I did also expected Dolly being taken but seeing Sam doing all that he did for her, even with her brother's around, I loved that.
Honestly Sam's story really moved me, I was so happy when he finally let himself be happy and accepted his part of the Redford family, I really hope to see them in next books as side characters and have them still be happy and hopefully already married.
Thank you so much Ariel for keep letting me be part of your ARC team, I can't wait for the next one❤️.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
April 21, 2026
5⭐/5
Spoiler-free summary phrase: A brother’s best friend romance where Sam, the mystery, and the found family vibes steal the whole show.
Line that reveals the core tension: "You can't actually believe that I'm not completely ruled by you."
Spoiler-free thoughts: Sam completely carried this story! You can feel every part of his emotional journey, especially with how unhinged he is as a cage fighter and how much he is trying to hold himself together. What worked so well about this brother’s best friend setup is the mix of tension, yearning, and the sense that something meaningful is pushing him to grow. Dolly, though, was not my favorite FMC. She stays strong in the middle of the mystery and the chaos around her, but I did not see much growth from her, which made it harder to stay invested in her side of the dynamic. The five-star rating really comes from Sam, the mystery element, and the found family moments that gave the story its emotional weight.
Spoiler-y thoughts: Sam’s arc is the heart of this book. His darkness, his instability, and the way he tries to be better without losing the raw edges of who he is made him incredibly compelling. You feel the shift in him after the major event, and the way that shift mixes with the brother’s best friend tension gives the story so much emotional pull. Dolly, on the other hand, remains steady but static. With four protective brothers and an unhinged love interest orbiting her, she holds her ground, but the lack of real growth kept me from fully connecting with her or with them as a couple. The mystery thread adds movement and suspense, and the found family moments with her brothers deepen the emotional landscape in a way that really worked for me. But truly, it is Sam who gives the story its depth and heart.
Spoiler-free summary phrase: A brother’s best friend romance where Sam, the mystery, and the found family vibes steal the whole show.
Line that reveals the core tension: "You can't actually believe that I'm not completely ruled by you."
Spoiler-free thoughts: Sam completely carried this story! You can feel every part of his emotional journey, especially with how unhinged he is as a cage fighter and how much he is trying to hold himself together. What worked so well about this brother’s best friend setup is the mix of tension, yearning, and the sense that something meaningful is pushing him to grow. Dolly, though, was not my favorite FMC. She stays strong in the middle of the mystery and the chaos around her, but I did not see much growth from her, which made it harder to stay invested in her side of the dynamic. The five-star rating really comes from Sam, the mystery element, and the found family moments that gave the story its emotional weight.
Spoiler-y thoughts: Sam’s arc is the heart of this book. His darkness, his instability, and the way he tries to be better without losing the raw edges of who he is made him incredibly compelling. You feel the shift in him after the major event, and the way that shift mixes with the brother’s best friend tension gives the story so much emotional pull. Dolly, on the other hand, remains steady but static. With four protective brothers and an unhinged love interest orbiting her, she holds her ground, but the lack of real growth kept me from fully connecting with her or with them as a couple. The mystery thread adds movement and suspense, and the found family moments with her brothers deepen the emotional landscape in a way that really worked for me. But truly, it is Sam who gives the story its depth and heart.
January 19, 2026
3.75 stars
“But you made me a promise. And if I am going to ever meet my perfect asshole Prince Charming, I want some experience.”
Brother's best friend...She's had a crush forever...
This series is really hit or miss for me. I loved book 1 and really got excited for all the characters stories. Book 2 wasn't for me. And book 3(this one) was good but still felt a little off. I think there was so much going on and things felt a little rushed.
I love Dolly, she is fun and sweet mixed with a tiny bit of sass. I love that she was determined to get some experience and live a little. Sam was that typical...not good enough and deserves to be alone forever kinda guy. I loved his friendship with Dolly's Brother's.
The couple was building some chemisty when they were texting anonymously. It was sexy and fun. But when the finally decided to do things for real it felt rushed and the tension disappeared.
The suspense aspect was fun and twisty. I liked it.
There were just so many things that felt unfinshied... like the ex- gf never ran into new couple and gave drama or attitude? Weird. And the letter at the end...I wanna know how they took it?
Overall. I liked parts of this alot. And it was set up for me to be super interested in the last 2 Brother's stories. So I will read the next one when it comes out.
“But you made me a promise. And if I am going to ever meet my perfect asshole Prince Charming, I want some experience.”
Brother's best friend...She's had a crush forever...
This series is really hit or miss for me. I loved book 1 and really got excited for all the characters stories. Book 2 wasn't for me. And book 3(this one) was good but still felt a little off. I think there was so much going on and things felt a little rushed.
I love Dolly, she is fun and sweet mixed with a tiny bit of sass. I love that she was determined to get some experience and live a little. Sam was that typical...not good enough and deserves to be alone forever kinda guy. I loved his friendship with Dolly's Brother's.
The couple was building some chemisty when they were texting anonymously. It was sexy and fun. But when the finally decided to do things for real it felt rushed and the tension disappeared.
The suspense aspect was fun and twisty. I liked it.
There were just so many things that felt unfinshied... like the ex- gf never ran into new couple and gave drama or attitude? Weird. And the letter at the end...I wanna know how they took it?
Overall. I liked parts of this alot. And it was set up for me to be super interested in the last 2 Brother's stories. So I will read the next one when it comes out.
January 24, 2026
⭐️ 3 | 🌶️ 2
This one was a bit of a mix some very good moments, a few very meh ones. There are heavier themes woven through, so definitely check the content warnings before diving in.
When Dolly’s life is put in danger, she’s forced into close quarters with her brother’s best friend and childhood crush… who’s always acted like she doesn’t exist. Naturally, because nothing says romance like mutual pining and terrible communication.
The forced proximity delivers though. The high-tension moments between Dolly and Sam are so good. Those little charged scenes do an excellent job of building anticipation.
That said… thank god for character development, because Sam’s breadcrumbing got irritating fast. Even with his POV giving us insight into his inner turmoil, the whole wanting her while actively rejecting her thing kept poking at Dolly’s insecurities in a way that was more frustrating than swoony. It was a relief when he finally started opening up and sharing his past.
I just wish we’d gotten more of those softer moments from both of them. Their relationship jumps from 0 to 100 pretty quickly, and a little more slow, tender build would’ve made the emotional payoff hit harder.
Not my favourite in the series, but still a solid, enjoyable read.
This one was a bit of a mix some very good moments, a few very meh ones. There are heavier themes woven through, so definitely check the content warnings before diving in.
When Dolly’s life is put in danger, she’s forced into close quarters with her brother’s best friend and childhood crush… who’s always acted like she doesn’t exist. Naturally, because nothing says romance like mutual pining and terrible communication.
The forced proximity delivers though. The high-tension moments between Dolly and Sam are so good. Those little charged scenes do an excellent job of building anticipation.
That said… thank god for character development, because Sam’s breadcrumbing got irritating fast. Even with his POV giving us insight into his inner turmoil, the whole wanting her while actively rejecting her thing kept poking at Dolly’s insecurities in a way that was more frustrating than swoony. It was a relief when he finally started opening up and sharing his past.
I just wish we’d gotten more of those softer moments from both of them. Their relationship jumps from 0 to 100 pretty quickly, and a little more slow, tender build would’ve made the emotional payoff hit harder.
Not my favourite in the series, but still a solid, enjoyable read.
January 27, 2026
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️/🌶️🌶️🌶️
And we are back on Cowboy romance…but with a darker side. One of my favorite fictional places, Redford Ranch. And it’s based in Texas which is my home state and I’m a little partial.
If you haven’t read book 1 and 2, I highly recommend it but these can be read as a standalone. I absolutely love this series and they’re different from the typical Cowboy romances. There is a dark aspect to these cowboys and I love it!!! Dolly is a sweet as pie FMC and she’s been crushing on Sam since he started hanging around her brothers. Now I love a childhood crush to lovers theme. Obviously she’s been off limits for him courtesy of her brothers…but they send her right into the lions den and the tension could be cut with a knife.
This had such a big build up and is full of mutual pining. These 2 are prob my favorite couple out of the series just because of the tension and yearning between them. And he watches Twilight with her with 0 complaints??? Swoon. 🥺🥺
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Also, note to the author (mild spoiler), I love how Ben got a happy ending. He deserved it and I appreciate the efforts that were made to heal his character. 🫶🏻
#unraveled #redfordranch #arielhendrix #cowboyromance
And we are back on Cowboy romance…but with a darker side. One of my favorite fictional places, Redford Ranch. And it’s based in Texas which is my home state and I’m a little partial.
If you haven’t read book 1 and 2, I highly recommend it but these can be read as a standalone. I absolutely love this series and they’re different from the typical Cowboy romances. There is a dark aspect to these cowboys and I love it!!! Dolly is a sweet as pie FMC and she’s been crushing on Sam since he started hanging around her brothers. Now I love a childhood crush to lovers theme. Obviously she’s been off limits for him courtesy of her brothers…but they send her right into the lions den and the tension could be cut with a knife.
This had such a big build up and is full of mutual pining. These 2 are prob my favorite couple out of the series just because of the tension and yearning between them. And he watches Twilight with her with 0 complaints??? Swoon. 🥺🥺
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Also, note to the author (mild spoiler), I love how Ben got a happy ending. He deserved it and I appreciate the efforts that were made to heal his character. 🫶🏻
#unraveled #redfordranch #arielhendrix #cowboyromance
February 4, 2026
OBSESSED
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️/ 🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️
I see you ARIEL HENDRIX❤️
I’ve been reading Ariel Hendrix since the very beginning, and as someone who has read all of her books, Unraveled honestly feels so special. You can see how much her writing has grown, while still keeping that emotional pull that made me fall in love with her stories in the first PLACE. 💗
This book is full of emotions. The writing feelings in such a natural, effortless way—you don’t just read this story, you sink into it. Her writing style is smooth, immersive, and easy to get lost in. 📖
The tropes were chef’s kiss: slow burn, emotional healing, inner struggles, deep emotional connection, and perfectly built tension. And let’s talk about the romance because it had the best mix of spicy moments 🌶️ and cute, soft scenes 🤍 that made me smile, kick my feet, and stay up way too late reading.
“I know, beautiful. I love it. I love you" THAT GOT MEEEE❤️🔥
What I loved most was the balance—heavy emotions mixed with warmth, tenderness, and growth. The relationship felt real, earned, and beautifully written❤️❤️
Straight to my favorites 📖💕
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️/ 🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️
I see you ARIEL HENDRIX❤️
I’ve been reading Ariel Hendrix since the very beginning, and as someone who has read all of her books, Unraveled honestly feels so special. You can see how much her writing has grown, while still keeping that emotional pull that made me fall in love with her stories in the first PLACE. 💗
This book is full of emotions. The writing feelings in such a natural, effortless way—you don’t just read this story, you sink into it. Her writing style is smooth, immersive, and easy to get lost in. 📖
The tropes were chef’s kiss: slow burn, emotional healing, inner struggles, deep emotional connection, and perfectly built tension. And let’s talk about the romance because it had the best mix of spicy moments 🌶️ and cute, soft scenes 🤍 that made me smile, kick my feet, and stay up way too late reading.
“I know, beautiful. I love it. I love you" THAT GOT MEEEE❤️🔥
What I loved most was the balance—heavy emotions mixed with warmth, tenderness, and growth. The relationship felt real, earned, and beautifully written❤️❤️
Straight to my favorites 📖💕
January 30, 2026
I am SUCH a sucker for Brother’s Best Friend romance and Ariel delivered with Dolly and Sam.
Dolly’s loved Sam forever, and Sam knows. He might have also felt the same for her but my lips are sealed!
The chemistry between the two of them was 🔥🔥🔥. The boat scene… the texting…. The cinnamon bread… he watches the Twilight series with her…ROPES.. knotting… did I mention ropes? She also asks for some… um… teaching…Since she’s never done much before 😈
There is nothing that Sam wouldn’t do for Dolly and he’d protect her at all costs, no matter what. Especially after the trauma she had gone through.
I don’t want to give the entire story away but trust me.. if you love found family, bestie girlfriends, strong male friendships, sweet but sass heroines, touch her and d*e vibes… suspense..you’ll love this book!!
Dolly’s loved Sam forever, and Sam knows. He might have also felt the same for her but my lips are sealed!
The chemistry between the two of them was 🔥🔥🔥. The boat scene… the texting…. The cinnamon bread… he watches the Twilight series with her…ROPES.. knotting… did I mention ropes? She also asks for some… um… teaching…Since she’s never done much before 😈
There is nothing that Sam wouldn’t do for Dolly and he’d protect her at all costs, no matter what. Especially after the trauma she had gone through.
I don’t want to give the entire story away but trust me.. if you love found family, bestie girlfriends, strong male friendships, sweet but sass heroines, touch her and d*e vibes… suspense..you’ll love this book!!
January 16, 2026
I love the Redford siblings,and each and every installment of their family’s ranch saga. Their relationships are so rich and full of angst,protectiveness and an endearing sibling bond that makes me so emotional and happy while reading their individual stories.
Dolly has had a rough go of it,and life hasn’t been any simpler for her brother’s best friend, Sam.
Their love Story was a long time coming and I’m so pleased that Ariel Hendrix has given us a tension filled slow-burn that develops into a lasting relationship full of heat and heart.
This was a perfect way for Dolly’s story to be written and I truly loved it.
Dolly has had a rough go of it,and life hasn’t been any simpler for her brother’s best friend, Sam.
Their love Story was a long time coming and I’m so pleased that Ariel Hendrix has given us a tension filled slow-burn that develops into a lasting relationship full of heat and heart.
This was a perfect way for Dolly’s story to be written and I truly loved it.
January 16, 2026
Sam and Dolly’s story is pure, addictive tension from the very first page. The forbidden pull between Sam, he is a fiercely protective, emotionally scarred ranch owner, and Dolly who is his best friend’s little sister. He has liked her for years but at the same time he ignored her for years because of “bro-code”. Dolly has far more strength than anyone gives her credit for, makes every interaction crackle with intensity. Dolly has always had a crush on Sam. If you like slow-burn obsession, raw vulnerability, violently protective and high-stakes danger, this romance delivers an unforgettable emotional punch that lingers long after the final page.
January 31, 2026
POV: Dual
Spice: 🌶️ 🌶️ 🌶️
I’ve been loving this series and this one might be my favorite yet! Dolly is the one sister in a family of rough cowboy brothers so it was bound to be good.
While I loved how Dolly was this tiny ball of fire and personality, I especially loved Sam and his quiet strength and my heart really hurt for him. Dolly and him are so cute together and I think this is one of the more spicier books from Ariel!
If you’ve read the other two books, the you will love seeing the family all together throughout the book, working to solve the mystery of Dolly’s stalker. This book has the perfect amount of darker suspense and romance!
Spice: 🌶️ 🌶️ 🌶️
I’ve been loving this series and this one might be my favorite yet! Dolly is the one sister in a family of rough cowboy brothers so it was bound to be good.
While I loved how Dolly was this tiny ball of fire and personality, I especially loved Sam and his quiet strength and my heart really hurt for him. Dolly and him are so cute together and I think this is one of the more spicier books from Ariel!
If you’ve read the other two books, the you will love seeing the family all together throughout the book, working to solve the mystery of Dolly’s stalker. This book has the perfect amount of darker suspense and romance!
February 3, 2026
Another great romance in the Redford Ranch series!
I am not a huge romance reader but I love the way she writes characters and I'm so glad to read something else from her!
A forbidden love interest always makes for such great tension between characters!
I liked the sassy, spunky female main character in Dolly - her personality was great. I plan on going back and reading the other books in this series so I can better understand all of the dynamics. I definitely do think this one works well as a stand alone though.
I really enjoyed this one - definitely a spicy one but so fun!
Can't wait to read more from Ariel
I am not a huge romance reader but I love the way she writes characters and I'm so glad to read something else from her!
A forbidden love interest always makes for such great tension between characters!
I liked the sassy, spunky female main character in Dolly - her personality was great. I plan on going back and reading the other books in this series so I can better understand all of the dynamics. I definitely do think this one works well as a stand alone though.
I really enjoyed this one - definitely a spicy one but so fun!
Can't wait to read more from Ariel
January 25, 2026
This wasn’t my favourite in the series but I still enjoyed!!
I loved that the dark themes continued in this book, it just adds to the cowboy romance in the best way. The second plot twist came from absolutely nowhere, the sleight of hand with the first one had me distracted.
The forced proximity was well fleshed out and made sense. I didn’t love the anonymous dating app trope - the sexting felt very immature and she also told a random person that her brother killed someone for her???
The tension between them was delish and I really liked their banter. Sam was the star of the show
I loved that the dark themes continued in this book, it just adds to the cowboy romance in the best way. The second plot twist came from absolutely nowhere, the sleight of hand with the first one had me distracted.
The forced proximity was well fleshed out and made sense. I didn’t love the anonymous dating app trope - the sexting felt very immature and she also told a random person that her brother killed someone for her???
The tension between them was delish and I really liked their banter. Sam was the star of the show
April 16, 2026
My Thoughts: First off, I am LOVING this series. I have devoured each book. Sam is Duke's best friend and is loyal to him. While he has always been attracted to Dolly, he never looked at her more than his best friend's sister. Dolly has a heart condition and has always harbored a secret crush on Sam. The tension between these two is so good! This book has suspense, tension, spice, brother's best friend, a dirty talkin' cowboy, and more. I highly recommend this book and series. I can't wait for the next book.
January 17, 2026
Unraveled is book three in the Redford Ranch series and was a good read. Dolly Redford has had a crush on her brother's best friend Sam for years. Sam tried to avoid it because of her brothers even though he liked her. When Dolly's life is in danger, the Redford brothers ask Sam to protect Dolly and have her stay at his ranch. Everything changes for them. Dolly and Sam were a slow burn but with sizzling chemistry and steamy moments. I loved the two of them alot.
February 1, 2026
** This book may contain potentially sensitive and triggering themes for some readers. Please read the trigger warnings beforehand <3
"Unraveled" is the perfect brother’s best friend, grumpy x sunshine, forced proximity romance!
Watching Ariel grow as an author with every new release has been such a rewarding experience. This book felt so special, being the first one Ariel (formally known as M.J. Hendrix) has published under her real name. This series, to me, also highlights how much hard work she puts into every single one of her characters and their stories.
Dolly has always been one of my favorite characters in this series (I know I say this every time, but I love these characters so much, they feel like real people, and Dolly and I would definitely be besties, 100%!!!), so getting a story where she takes center stage made me super happy. She’s complex, vulnerable and strong, and I loved seeing her fully explored as a main character. I also loved her growth and seeing her find herself and heal from everything she went through, and how relatable she is.
Sam’s past completely broke me. His past is full of sadness and things no one should go through and it all was handled with so much care by the author. I love that he was also able to heal. He worships Dolly and the ground she walks on (she fell first but he fell harder yassss ALSO HE WATCHED TWILIGHT WITH HER) and he does whatever he needs to do in order to keep her safe.
Unraveled and it has the perfect amount of spice and mystery (and I couldn’t be happier to find myself back at Redford Ranch!)
"Unraveled" is the perfect brother’s best friend, grumpy x sunshine, forced proximity romance!
Watching Ariel grow as an author with every new release has been such a rewarding experience. This book felt so special, being the first one Ariel (formally known as M.J. Hendrix) has published under her real name. This series, to me, also highlights how much hard work she puts into every single one of her characters and their stories.
Dolly has always been one of my favorite characters in this series (I know I say this every time, but I love these characters so much, they feel like real people, and Dolly and I would definitely be besties, 100%!!!), so getting a story where she takes center stage made me super happy. She’s complex, vulnerable and strong, and I loved seeing her fully explored as a main character. I also loved her growth and seeing her find herself and heal from everything she went through, and how relatable she is.
Sam’s past completely broke me. His past is full of sadness and things no one should go through and it all was handled with so much care by the author. I love that he was also able to heal. He worships Dolly and the ground she walks on (she fell first but he fell harder yassss ALSO HE WATCHED TWILIGHT WITH HER) and he does whatever he needs to do in order to keep her safe.
Unraveled and it has the perfect amount of spice and mystery (and I couldn’t be happier to find myself back at Redford Ranch!)
February 10, 2026
I’m ready for the next one !!! I stumbled upon this author not knowing what I was gonna get in book 1 and here I am 3ish days later done with book 3 , ready for book 4 and promising to dive into her back list…. Sam was literally mouthwatering…. He can tie me up anytime …. I adored Dolly she was so sheltered and naive but dying to live and experience…. I loved them together and I can’t wait to see more of this family
February 18, 2026
I really enjoyed this one of the series. It’s definitely my favorite. Dolly and Sam’s characters were so enjoyable. Holden and Rosie had issues I couldn’t stand. Cash and Monroe were far better but still had flaws. But Sam and Rosie were so enjoyable. One thing I didn’t care for and felt that wasn’t needed was Sam’s father… Eh. The Stanley part was a cool twist. Even thought it was so obvious with Ben. I cannot wait for the next book to come out. I marked it on my calendar.
April 5, 2026
Plot was good, predictable, but good.
I really was turned off by the first interaction with Dolly and Sam. I found them both to be very immature and the writing to be immature, but I kept going and my opinion on the two changed slightly. The writing still stayed slightly immature. The whole heart thing was presented a little late in the book. The plot was good and the book has a descent flow. There were some grammar and spelling errors, but overall it was a descent time.
I really was turned off by the first interaction with Dolly and Sam. I found them both to be very immature and the writing to be immature, but I kept going and my opinion on the two changed slightly. The writing still stayed slightly immature. The whole heart thing was presented a little late in the book. The plot was good and the book has a descent flow. There were some grammar and spelling errors, but overall it was a descent time.
January 13, 2026
Sam and Dolly!!
I have loved every book from the Redford Ranch series and this book is no different. It has been a while since I read books 1 and 2, but I believe this book intertwines with the timelines of books 1 and 2.
This book is a suspenseful cowboy romance, with brother’s best friend and close proximity.
I can wait to read Unbridled when it comes out!
I have loved every book from the Redford Ranch series and this book is no different. It has been a while since I read books 1 and 2, but I believe this book intertwines with the timelines of books 1 and 2.
This book is a suspenseful cowboy romance, with brother’s best friend and close proximity.
I can wait to read Unbridled when it comes out!
January 31, 2026
*read as an arc*
The book is good, makes you smile, sad, a few fists and turns & unexpected major details to familial lies
A few parts are a little repetitive to the other books in the series which is the reason I gave it 4 stars instead of 5.
I love MJs writing style and would recommend the book the same as I did the other books in the series!
The book is good, makes you smile, sad, a few fists and turns & unexpected major details to familial lies
A few parts are a little repetitive to the other books in the series which is the reason I gave it 4 stars instead of 5.
I love MJs writing style and would recommend the book the same as I did the other books in the series!
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
February 2, 2026
✅ Brother's best friend
✅ Forced proximity
✅ Bodyguard, of sorts
✅ Cowboy romance
I have so much love for Dolly, and I love seeing her get her HEA. No one deserves true love more than that girl. Additional props for all of the Twilight references, as that series will aaallllways have a special place in my heart. 😂
✅ Forced proximity
✅ Bodyguard, of sorts
✅ Cowboy romance
I have so much love for Dolly, and I love seeing her get her HEA. No one deserves true love more than that girl. Additional props for all of the Twilight references, as that series will aaallllways have a special place in my heart. 😂
February 19, 2026
🌶️1.5/5
Oh I loved this book! Probably my favourite one yet!
Sam Seymour?! 🥵
Yeah that was a good read, I quite enjoyed the plot and especially the twist at the end learning that Ben/Stanley was Sam’s foster brother! That was pretty cool!
I kinda wanna know if they wrote him back 🥺
I can’t wait to see who’s book is next!
Oh I loved this book! Probably my favourite one yet!
Sam Seymour?! 🥵
Yeah that was a good read, I quite enjoyed the plot and especially the twist at the end learning that Ben/Stanley was Sam’s foster brother! That was pretty cool!
I kinda wanna know if they wrote him back 🥺
I can’t wait to see who’s book is next!
March 28, 2026
4.25 🌟
bro why am i crying
i am not going to lie, i really wanted to quit reading this at the 5% mark but i stuck it though and i am glad i did. the way this had me giggling and kicking my feet, but then also getting so angry, and then anxious. this is probably the best one in the series. sam has my heart.
bro why am i crying
i am not going to lie, i really wanted to quit reading this at the 5% mark but i stuck it though and i am glad i did. the way this had me giggling and kicking my feet, but then also getting so angry, and then anxious. this is probably the best one in the series. sam has my heart.
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