Nick Noble hadn"t planned on being the prodigal son. But when his father dies and leaves half of Silver Buckle--the Noble family ranch--to Nick"s former best friend, he must return home to face his mistakes, and guarantee that the Silver Buckle stays in the Noble family. Award-winning journalist Piper Sullivan believes Nick framed her brother for murder, and she"s determined to find justice. But following Nick to the Silver Buckle and posing as a ranch cook proves more challenging than she thinks. So does resisting his charming smile. As Nick seeks to overturn his father"s will--and Piper digs for answers--family secrets surface that send Nick"s life into a tailspin. But there"s someone who"s out to take the Silver Buckle from the Noble family, and he"ll stop at nothing--even murder--to make it happen.