Tanner is trying to take care of his 12 year old sister, after the death of their mother, and run his new landscaping business at the same time. Whew! Rough times in Marietta, Montana. When he starts working for his old high school crush Francie, things heat up. He still struggles with how her old boyfriend used to tease him for stuttering, and she is still struggling to overcome being a doormat. Overall a good story, and especially liked Maddie, the sister. A few things were not necessary though, like her ex coming to her house, and then Tanner's reaction. Seemed a little beyond their age. Also, the end with her mother, it was mentioned confronting her, but was not shown in the book. Would have liked to see that. Minor issues though, and overall a fun and quick read. Perfect for summer.

If you are searching for a quaint and rather adorable story about love, raising a child, and the gospel of a second chance, Tanner's Promise is exactly that. Tanner is a busy landscaper with little time for anything else. Enter his eleven year old half sister who he is now asked to take under his wing. Without much time as is, his salvation comes from a high school crush and now next door neighbor. With hearts aflutter, the two plus one must learn to find love and acceptance. A truly cute story with a great ending....

I’m not ashamed to say I reached for the tissues more than once while reading Tanner’s Promise. This book is just so gorgeous! There’s 26 year-old Tanner, having lost his mother and suddenly finding himself raising his 11 year-old sister Maddie, who is adamant she doesn’t want to go and live with their aunt. It’s so easy to see just how confused and conflicted Tanner and Maddie are as they come to terms with both their grief and their new living conditions, but to make things more challenging for Tanner, there’s Francie, the girl he’s had a crush on since he was a gangly 15 year-old.
Francie has her own issues to deal with - she’s tried not to make waves so long that it is difficult for her to confront challenging situations and her feelings for Tanner are definitely confronting. Add a mother who has always been just that little bit judgemental and a douchebag ex-boyfriend and she has plenty to deal with.
This story is packed with emotion from start to finish as Tanner and Francie learn to love each other while also coming to terms with their teenage selves. Of course Maddie is a key figure in this story too, and I couldn’t help but feel for her.
I absolutely adored this story. I’m sorry it’s taken me a while since its release date to dive into the pages, but the wait was worth it. This is a truly lovely story!

I received an arc from Netgalley. This book was a breath of fresh air. Two people that had a rocky past but always had a thing for each other meet again and the sparks are off the chart. Great read! Tanner and Francie are a great match. The love they both display for his sister is endearing.

I loved the way this book was written, the characters were so real they could almost walk off the page and they were not perfect, in fact that is what made the book so good. Francie’s ex was such a no good brute and his actions and words just gave me chills, especially when he was trying to break up Tanner and Francie , so glad Tanner could get past the lies.
I never thought I could feel sorry for a girl going to Hawaii, but oh I did. I cannot wait for the next book in this series.
I recommend reading this first book of the series, hang on to your heart strings and just enjoy.

I really enjoyed the characters in this one. They were well-written and well-develop with both the positive and negative aspects of their personalities on full display, and the flaws weren’t glossed over. Maddie was an integral part of the story, she had been through so much, and her bond with her brothers, especially Tanner, is undeniable. Francie is another strong character who is well-aware of what she perceives as her shortcomings and what she needs to work on. This was a good story in a beautiful setting that leaves you wanting more. Luckily, there are two more brothers that are supposed to return to the fictitious town of Marietta, Montana and they will have their stories told!
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If you’re a reader who categorizes your stories by trope then Tanner’s Promise is going to be a grab bag of surprises for you. Since Tanner and Francie were classmates at one time, and there was a bit of a crush going on, you might see this as a second chance romance… or you might also see it as a friends to much more romance. Me? I simply see it as a very good, intriguing romance and let the characters tell me their unique story.

Tanner certainly isn’t a ladies man, but is is devoted to one thing right now… building his business. When he has to step into a father’s role, temporarily at least, it’s a bit of a culture shock for him. He loves his little half-sister, Maddie, he really truly does — but a work-site is no place for a kid, but with no choice she tags along on the job. His newest client just might have a solution — and she just might capture his heart, again, as well.

Francie didn’t expect to be back home in Marietta, but life and one ill father changed those plans. So, she has a tiny house that needs some love especially the yard. She never expected the landscaper to turn out to be an old shy classmate, who certainly isn’t so shy now. She also didn’t expect the adorable little girl who also showed up for work each day, and once she realized the situation Francie stepped in to offer an option. Yes, she certainly could entertain Maddie and enjoy it as well… but it also gave her another connection to Tanner as they all spent one summer together. Maybe by summer’s end that growing love between them could become a full time occupation.

I loved Tanner’s Promise. I enjoy a story where a character is taken outside of their personal comfort zone and learns something new about themselves. And watching former classmates reconnect and discover the people they are today is also an enjoyable experience. Tanner and Francie fit well together, there was no great stretching of the imagination to make them fit. At times, Maddie stole the show and my heart. Kids and puppies will always do that to me. I had fun on this trip back to Marietta, my favorite fictional town, and I’m looking forward to getting to know the rest of the Harlow brothers. An interesting, satisfying series that’s off to a great start, I’d definitely recommend Tanner’s Promise to any reader who simply loves to fall in love with characters.

*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.*

Tanner was talking to his Aunt Vivian and she said it would make sense if Tanner kept his half sister -Maddie who was twelve- for the summer and then in the fall she would come get Maddie and take her back to Hawaii. Tanner’s mother had only been dead for twelve hours and Tanner had learned it only took twelve hours to turn everything you knew about your life on it’s head. . But Tanner had just got a loan to start his landscaping design business which was named Quaking Aspen Landscape and he needed time to devote to his workmor he would retire a gardner. Tanner didn’t trust many humans . Francie was so proud she had bought a little fix me up home all on he rown without any help from her parents and on a teacher’s pay. But it did need some work especially outside needed some landscaping for sure. She also needed to knock down a wall inside but she didn’t have the money. She had moved back as her father was ailing and she got a job as a teacher in the elementary school. Francie seen tanner at her door and he looked familiar but Francie hadn’t been in Marietta very long. Then Francie realized where she had known this man it was Tanner from HS. He had a bad stutter than and he pulled at Francie’s heartstrings, Francie’s boyfriend at the time- Guy- had picked on Tanner a lot. No matter how often Francie had intervened. Francie hadn’t seen Tanner in eight to nine years. But he had changed he had a obvious late growth spurt and the stutter was gone. They talked about people from H S including Guy. When Looking outside Francie seen the girl in Tanner’s truck and here heart went out to the girl and she told Tanner to have here come in for lemonade but tanner said no, But after a bit Francie tell Tanner she will watch Maddie for nothing and he can do some work in the yard and some work inside the house and Tanner agreed. Tanner and Francie are very attracted to each other.
I loved this book. It was an easy sweet read romance that I highly enjoyed. I loved Maddie and how she interacted with her brother and Francie and she definitely added to this book. I loved Tanner and and Francie together and how they interacted together. I loved the pace and the plot. I loved the characters and the ins and outs of this book and I highly recommend.

A wonderful read I really enjoyed it and recommend giving it a try it’s really enjoyable and well worth reading hope u enjoy it like I did

Why does love have to be complicated for Tanner? Tanner young and single, has just taken temporary custody of his half sister, who is eleven. His sister would like to make this permanent but Tanner does need see himself as a full time father. Tanner has also has reconnected with his high school crush, Francie who has just moved back to Marietta.

Loved these characters, they all showed such emotions. They all showed such growth in their personal lives and finally finding their HEA. I did not want to see this book end. Looking forward to reading the next book in the series. I highly recommend.

I liked everything about the realistic, heartfelt Tanner's Promise by Kaylie Newell. I have read another story written by her, also published by Tule Publishing but this is my favorite. It looks to be the start of the series, so I am looking forward to more of the Harlow Brothers in the future.

Tanner has overcome many of life’s obstacles to become an outstanding individual that you would want in your community. While he was my favorite of the couple along with his little sister, Francie Tate was no slouch in the admirable department either. I think that there are many of us females who can identify with her desire to keep everyone happy by not making waves with others. It was good to see her grow some backbone before the story concluded.

My only confusion was in the blurb, it mentions her “ailing father” but he made no appearance in the book, with only a comment once or at most twice. Francie’s mother has more of an appearance in the story than he does. Still, I enjoyed this story of family very much, just think that the blurb is misleading. Most of the time I give these short books 4 Stars, enjoyable for the moment but then I move on to another story. Tanner’s Promise is a cut above that.

I loved, loved, loved Tanner’s Promise by Kaylie Newell, her first book in The Harlow Brothers series. This wonderful story is not quite a second-chance story or friends to lovers trope, but the hero and heroine were high school classmates. Tanner Harlow has quietly been building his landscape business using his landscape designer degree. After the death of his mother he finds himself as the temporary guardian to his eleven-year-old half-sister. Tanner loves his sister but has no idea how he’s going to be able to build his business during his busiest season while keeping his sister with him. Luck is on his side when his newest client, his high school crush, has a solution that would benefit them both. Francie Tate, an elementary school teacher, moved back to Marietta so she could be close to her ailing father. Her little bungalow needs some fixing up, but the neglected yard needs a lot of help. Imagine her surprised when the landscaper she hired turns out to be her class mate Tanner. When Francie learns of Tanner’s need for child care, she impulsively offers to watch his half-sister for the summer in return for some landscaping and renovations around the house. This deal seemed like a win-win, but neither Francie nor Tanner planned on falling in love with each other or with Tanner’s sister.

I enjoyed seeing the main characters grow and become more confident throughout this story. Tanner learned that he was not only capable of parenting his sister but that his work was in high demand. Francie was able to stand up for herself instead of trying to please others, but especially her mother and her high school ex-boyfriend. Despite obstacles Tanner and Francie didn’t anticipate they were able to create a friendship that was respectful and loving.

I totally loved reading this book and didn’t want to put this book down. Ms. Newell wrote a wonderful and emotional story which drew me in, making me forget the world around me and did not let me go until I turned the last page, loving the characters she created. I highly recommend this book to other reader and look forward to the future books in this series.

I voluntarily reviewed a complimentary copy of this book.

I absolutely loved Tanner’s Promise because of the writing which evoked an attachment to Tanner and a desire to find out if things worked out for him as he struggles to come to terms with raising his half-sister and what all that would entail. He has decided to send her off to her aunt in Hawaii for a better situation that he could offer but he struggles with really have to let her go. It is his story through and through, sprinkled with a chance at romance with a former high school flame, Francie Tate. Francie comes to his rescue with his sister and she finds herself wanting to help Tanner solve his dilemma. Both Tanner and Francie see each other as how they were ages ago in high school and have to chip away at the block walls to see who they really are now.

4.5 stars.
I loved this story and its hero, Tanner Harlow. The strong, silent hero, wearing an innate sadness and loneliness, and the “I’ve-loved-you-for-years” are amongst my favorite tropes and Kaylie Newell does write them superbly! The mingling of past and present – and future, with Tanner’s brothers’ stories to come and, I hope, his wonderful little sister, Maddie, too – is fantastic in its depth, for such a quick read (I’ve read it in one setting).
Glimpsing the hurt, shy little boy in the tall “stoic, sexy, brooding” man and watching Francie and Maddie’s trust in him is an emotional ride, full of endearing moments.

Cute small town story about two people who reconnect with eachother eight years after graduating from their local high school in Montana. Francine has returned to her home town to teach third grade at the local elementary school. She just bought a her first home and trying to out her stamp on the home. To her surprise, the local Landscaper in none other than Tanner, the boy who stuttered. She is tired of being the "good girl, the one that always attempts to please others", she would love to be able to speak her true feelings. Her mother was a beauty queen for Montana and has always treated Francine like she should want the same dream... marriage immediatly after high school, always being the peace maker in all public situations. Franchine is afraid she'll never measure up to her mother's wishes.

Tanner 's mother has just died, leaving him respoansible for his 12 y/o half sister. He iis afraid of not being the right man to raise her correctly. Tanner's and Maddie's (his sister) did not have the best mother - she would chose the wrong man always - and her four children would suffer..

Tanner, Maddie and Franchine develope an odd sort of family until over the summer - each learning about their own strengths and weeknesses - but realizing that together they are complete.

"The Setting sun lit the Montana Sky in a slow bleed of fluid purples and burnt oranges the likes of which Tanner Harlow hadn't seen since he was a kid." A great start to the first book in the Harlow Brothers series, Tanner's Promise by Kaylie Newell. Great characters and character development. I especially enjoyed the connection between Tanner and his sister Maddie. Looking forward to seeing what the next book brings to us.

Tanner’s Promise is my first read by Kaylie Newell and it was delightful! Tanner is a fabulous character and definitely grabs hold of your heart from early in the book. The story has great world building, an easy ebb and flow and is just a wonderful read. It's heartfelt, passionate and will make you cry; I hope you enjoy this book as much as I did.

His mother just passed away and he finds himself responsible for the care of his 12 year old sister until his aunt can take her to Hawaii at the end of summer. He's just getting his landscape business off the ground so taking time off isn't an option. So as he goes to meet his latest client he has no choice but to take his sister with him. Francie just returned to Marietta and bought a house she's trying to fix up. She's surprised the landscaper she called turns out to be Tanner Harlow. A boy she knew in school but hadn't seen since. He's no boy now, he's a man and a sexy one at that. When she notices the young girl that comes to work with him each day Francie offers to hang out with her so Tanner doesn't have to worry about her. Over the summer the three of them form a special bond but with summer winding down and the project nearing completion will Tanner go after what he really wants or will he let this summer become a memory?

This is a very well done book and one I would definitely recommend.

This is the first book that I have read by Kaylie Newell and it was incredible. I loved this book from the very first sentence. I felt so many different types of emotions when reading this book. For me this book was about second chances at living life for Tanner and Francie. Tanner grew up on the wrong side of the tracks and he didn't really have a very good parental figure to help guide him. As a kid he had a really bad stutter and was tease a lot because of it. Francie grew up on the other side of the tracks with two parents. Her mom had her doing pageants and other things she really was not interested in doing. Tanner and Francie knew each other in high school and to me I think that even though they didn't realize it they were falling in love way back then. Now many years later they meet again but both are trying to out run demons from their past. Tanner mom's has just passed away and he is looking after his sister for the summer. He is so unsure of so many things. He is so afraid of living and failing at life. Francie is so afraid to live her life how she wants because she is so afraid of hurting people. In Tanner's Promise this book is about working through your demons and learning that even though living life is frightening not living life can be just as bad. It is about learning to let of your past and live your future. This book had me in tears at so many points in the book. It just tore at everyone of my heart strings. Honestly I do not think I have ever read a book that has effected me as much as this one. At the beginning when I said this book was incredible it really is but it is so much more too. I cannot wait to read about Tanner's brothers. Thanks so much for the chance Net Galley. I voluntarily reviewed this book in exchange for an honest review.

Awesome book! I read this whole book in one day while waiting in a airport and on my flight.
This is book one in The Harlow Brothers Series. I can hardly wait for the next one.
Life is complicated and our childhood impacts our life, but only if we let it. These are the themes this book touches on. This is a great read, well written with a good ending.