Ranger´s Legacy is the first book in the "Montana Rangers" series. There are 3 books in this series.
Amber is an archaeologist and moves to the town Sweetheart in Montana where she meets Ranger Garret and the setting for a lovely romance story is set.

Ranger’s Legacy is the first book in Vella Munn’s Montana Rangers series set near Flathead Lake Montana. I started this book with high hopes having read the third book in the series first. While I enjoyed this one, it just didn’t resonate with me quite as much as book three.
What I loved about the story was the infusion of Native American beliefs and relationship with the Montana wilderness and the animals that live there. I loved Garrett’s understanding of the environment and the way that Amber related to it. I loved Garrett’s relationship wth his mother and grandmother too. Garrett is clearly an honourable, caring and genuine if sometimes misguided man. I also loved Amber’s dedication to her job and her connection to the wilderness.
What didn’t quite gel with me as well as it might have was the relationship between Amber and Garrett. The sex was clearly off the charts but the emotional relationship just didn’t quite work for me as well as it could have.
I’m probably being a little picky here. I did enjoy this story. It flows well and has a reasonably satisfying end. I guess for me it just could have been a little bit better.

Amber comes to Sweetheart Montana to work on a project to restore some of the historical cabins in the forest. Garet is a ranger and he warns he about the unhappy cabin owner who don't want her input. She grew up with parents controlling her every move. He grew up in a very loving family, he even has a grandmother who helped raise him. Garet is overly protective of his sister, mother and grandmother and over time Amber works her way into his circle. Amber does not welcome his protective nature. It goes against her will to prove herself independent. They both have some demons to overcome if they are to find their way to each other. Good read.

I received a complimentary copy of this book from NetGalley and I also purchased a copy.

There were some things about Amber that struck me as different. She was so eager to become independent as her parents directed her every decision prior to moving to Montana, that she didn't heed Garret's advice. She was told to let Hunter get to know her as his background is Selish (hopefully I didn't misspell that). She didn't; she jumped right in and Hunter closed down. It wasn't really explained what Hunter's problem was either. Well hopefully that will be resolved in his story.

This two came from totally different backgrounds and had to overcome a lot. I will be truthful and didn't understand the college scene and why she was so angry that Garret hadn't shared something with her. I mean come on. They are really just at the beginning of their relationship.

Garret and Amber meet while in Montana each determined to complete their jobs . Feelings grow to more and a brighter future for both of them. So enjoy the settings and character interactions of this author. Will be looking for the rest of the series.
Ebook from net galley and publishers with thanks. Opinions are entirely my own.

The premise of the story intrigued me, but as I read the story I had a hard time relating to the characters. They seemed flat, without any dimension or substance, it was difficult for me to engage with either character. The dialog fell flat, it didn’t have a flow to it...there was a disconnect to where the conversations went, they would vary into too many different directions....questions were answered with questions, to me that was quite distracting.

I will still try the next book in the series, I’m hoping that I will have a different experience.

This ARC book was complimentary, provided by the Publisher and NetGalley. I am voluntarily providing my honest review.

This was hard to get through. The dialogue was stilted and Amber's internal musings were annoying. I didn't care about anything that happened.

DNF 22%

I just couldn't get into this book. I found Amber to be incredibly annoying and difficult to relate to. She snaps at Garrett for no apparent reasons when all the guy wants to do is help her. She tries to excuse her behavior by saying her family has micromanaged her. But in no way was Garrett trying to manage her so her excuse didn't make any sense.

An enjoyable read i liked this story and cant wait to resd hunter and jakes story recommend giving the book and authour a try

What I really liked about this story line was everything Hunter’s grandfather taught him and Garret about the mountains, bears and life. Also Garret’s grandmother’s old fashion sayings, and the steadfast deep friendship of Garret, Hunter and Jake and last but not least the feel of being in the mountains this author’s writing gave.
I sure the heck hope one of the books in this series tells Hunters life story.

This is one of those books you could read at anytime and fall in love with this wonderful story. I read it in one sitting one afternoon and I couldn’t help but fall in love with the characters and their love for each other. The love between the characters with put a smile on your face and have you laughing, signing and smiling the whole way through the book. I love how realistic this story was and the how refreshing Amber and Garrett relationship was and how they interacted with each other throughout the story. This book is destined to melt the hearts of romance readers out there. I would wholeheartedly recommend this book to all book lovers out there.

The Ranger’sLegacy introduces us to Amber and Garret. Amber grew up with rather cold and demanding parents in California., while Garret grew up with a loving mother in Montana. However, Being deserted by his father at a young age leaves a mark on Garret. Garret and Amber discover that they have a great deal of chemistry very quickly, but struggle with opening up to each other. They eventually learn to open up to one another after almost losing each other.

I received an arc from Netgalley. Two people from opposite sides of the track meet and instantly have a connection. Amber and Garret need to find their way through some difficult situations but through some ups and downs they realize that together things make perfect sense.

This is the first book that I have read by this author but, it definitely won't be the last. What pulled me into this book is the way the author writes. I can imagine the vivid scenery and the beautiful natural forrest. Having the honest, dedicated, down to earth forrest ranger Garret just makes it seem even more realistic. I would definitely recommend this book.

This is my first book by Vella Munn.

What I liked:
The writing style
Grandma
Part of a series: Montana Rangers
Standalone
HEA

I had a hard time staying interested in this book.
I look forward to reading the other books in this series.

This book was very enjoyable. One of the things I loved the most was the author's descriptive writing style which painted a vivid picture of the forest the story is set in. A little mystery and intrigue add a nice element to this sweet romance.

Amber is an archaeologist working on a project in the forest where Garret Haute is a Ranger. Both have issues from their pasts they are dealing with but while working together on this project they are able to move past the regrets that linger and focus on the future. Together!

I definitely recommend this one.

The author has created a world in Montana wilderness that took my breath away with the wild, wide, and glorious pictures she painted in my mind with her words. Honestly, those images and the rangers were the driving forces of the tale that kept me reading.
Garret Haute is a complex character. He loves his family, his brothers of heart, and the nature that surrounds them. He is a protector, he is the alpha, he needs to keep the control, to look after those who are under his responsibility, keep the safe, secure, and defend them if necessary. There are moments in his past, like for most of us, that had molded him to be the person he is today, yet he feels he needs to hold those moments a secret, feeling the truth would change people's opinion of him.
I liked Garret, and the other rangers, he was a good man with solid character, good intentions, he was honest and straightforward with people around him.
Amber Baum ran away from her overbearing family. She felt they wanted to control her life and guide her decisions. Because of her experiences with her family, and parents especially, she is confrontational, needs to hold on to the control of everything, she has hard time to accept any help thinking people are trying to run her life, even though she most of the time does not seem to know herself what she really wants. I wasn't very fond of Amber, I didn't connect with her, and I didn't think her connection with Garret had the depth for a deeper commitment and a serious relationship. There was a lot of sexual activity, the heat and attraction were immediate and overpowering her thoughts, but there was a bit awkwardness to those moments, that needed a bit smoothing out.
Overall, I missed a natural flow of the tale, and the timeline, as well as a bit more polished dialogue. The banter wasn't quite on the mark most of the time. So that is the reason for the score I gave - because while I loved the world created, the storyline, and the rangers, there was a bit awkwardness to the story, and a rushed happy for now ending, that left me wanting more. Yes, I am definitely interested in the future stories of the series, Hunter and his destiny especially intrigued my mind.
With a high appreciation to the wild nature of Montana, the author created a world that is filled with intrigue, darkness, and awe of the creation.
~ Three Spoons with a teaspoon on the side

This was my first read by Vella Munn, and while I enjoyed the overall plot and message in the story, I found the dialogue somewhat stilted and lacking flow.

Garret’s love of the wilderness and his passion when gazing upon the miracles (both good and bad) that nature encompasses, was heart-warming, but he came across as overly stoic and closed off. Yes, I realise there was background history that was later explained, but it was too broadly emphasised and lacked real meaning.

Amber’s character was likeable enough, but she too lacked any real conviction. Will I read the next in the series? Most definitely; I feel the author is on the right track, and just needs to develop her characters better.

Oh, boy! Talk about a book that heats up fast! There is an immediate thrust into instant chemistry that has to slow down for a moment when the main characters begin to struggle with their own demons and that put a stop to the intense pull they feel.
Amber Baum comes from a family of domineering, successful parents that want to rule her decisions and dictate her life. Garet Houle is the opposite. He grew up in a loving home with two sisters, his mother and his grandmother. A scary incident when he was a teen has caused him to be protective (ultra protective) of the women he loves but Amber wants nothing to do with that kind of behavior. She had that her entire life! Rough waters lie ahead for the couple that they will definitely need to navigate if there is to be anything more for them than heated nights and days.

There is a different feel to this opening story in the Montana Rangers series, one that I’m really not certain that I can put into words for it is truly a “feeling”. There is a reverence, a respect for the ancient history that makes up the breathtaking beauty of a natural forest. A sense that you’ve been invited to step onto holy ground to visit, not to stay but to experience and then take that sense of wonder with you into your life. It’s there in the respect and,yes, love that the rangers, Garrett, Jake and Hunter have for this land they tend and guard. It’s in the beauty of the trees, the seductive lure of the lake in moonlight. And even the danger of the forest, natural and man-made, comes across with a sharp edge. Yes, there is definite world building in Ranger’s Legacy, the kind that exposes your senses and pulls you in, gently but firmly, to another place.

Amber and Garrett have an undeniable pull toward each other. One that has no logic to it, only instinct, need and a sense of coming home. Each will fight that need as well as give in a little more with each encounter to the inevitable knowledge that they belong together no matter the vast differences in their personal worlds. Experiencing that journey was emotional and enjoyable. We’re given just enough of Jake’s and Hunter’s stories to guarantee that I’m now looking forward to learning more about these dedicated, complicated men.

As I said, there is a different feel to Ranger’s Legacy. One that may make this a slow to start story for some readers, but I’d encourage you to continue with Garrett and Amber, they have a fascinating, intriguing story to be told – one you won’t want to miss. I would definitely recommend Ranger’s Legacy to any Contemporary Romance reader who enjoys subtle touches in a story, likable characters, can enjoy the almost sacred history and feel of the national forests in their natural state of beauty, and of curse, lively secondary characters who will soon shine in the spotlight themselves.

*I received an e-ARC of this novel from the publisher via NetGalley. That does not change what I think of this story. It is my choice to leave a review giving my personal opinion about this book.*