Description
Graham Whittaker returns to Coral Canyon a few days after Christmas—after the death of his father. He’s just found out his long-time girlfriend in Seattle has been cheating on him, and while Coral Canyon isn’t his first choice of where to live, it’s certainly the friendliest. He takes over the energy company his dad built from the ground up and buys a high-end lodge to live in—only a mile from the home of his once-best friend, Laney McAllister.
Laney returned to her family ranch after college, but her husband left Laney and their daughter, Bailey, to work the ranch themselves, which they’ve been trying to do. But with her furnace on the brink of failure and the snow falling faster than ever, Laney agrees to bring Bailey up to Graham’s lodge for the holidays.
They were best friends once, but Laney’s always entertained feelings for him, and spending so much time with him while they make Christmas memories puts her heart in danger of getting broken again.
Can they take their friendship to the next level and build a family? Or will Laney be risking her heart only to remain in the friend zone?
Granny G –
Good read
There is ranching, romance, angst, no danger. They were best friends growing up. Then they went off to college in separate directions and lost touch. Now he’s back home, she and her daughter are alone and running the family ranch. Will they remain just friends or will feelings grow? Highly recommend.
Michaela –
Intro to the Whittakers
I really liked this into to the Whittaker’s series. The characters were wonderful and I loved the amount of time this book spanned. There were good lessons within about priorities and making the time for what’s important. I’m anxious to read the next book!
Harriette –
All their lives
This was a very good book. The author out did herself. I stayed on attention wondering if all the many things could ever be worked out!
Kindle Customer –
A very sweet and heartfelt story
I thought this was a very sweet story. The characters were perfect and the storyline was so very sweet. Lots of ups and downs for Laney and Graham, but they finally got their happy ever after.
SunnySmile44 –
Her Cowboy Billionaire Best Friend
Book 6 in this delightful series by Liz Isaacs. From the beginning paragraph you are drawn into the storyline. Coral Canyon i a a beautiful small town where’s the Whitacre Brothers own a lodge in rugged Wyoming. Handsome cowboys, beautiful women, horses and dogs become real and hold your attention until the last line of the book. Another Greenwood series you should definitely read.
Kindle Customer MKH –
Laney, Bailey and Graham
Graham is back in Wyoming, not necessarily because he wants to be, but ever since his father’s death he has been taking care of the lodge and the Energy plant his family owns. He decides to go for a walk one day and finds himself face-to-face with Laney Boyd! His childhood friend. Only it isn’t Boyd anymore more but McAllister and she has a six year old daughter, Bailey. He is actually happy when she tells him she is divorced, huh, strange. Over the next 11 months Graham asks Laney for advice on his three horses and she never fails to provide him with the support and help he needs. What happens when he finds out she has no heat? Then when he is taking her home and they discover her ex-husband at her home uninvited? Only one way to find out, read this great story by Liz Isaacson.
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Kaylin –
Her Cowboy Billionaire Best Friend
An amazing story of how a life can be so altered by the things that happen through the years. This is a very good story about two people overcoming the things in their lives and finding love and happiness. I would definitely recommend this book to others. Looking forward to reading the rest of this series.
Tonya Summitt Stinnett –
Fantastic book
I really like this book. I like how this two here up together then went off to collage. One came home sooner then the other. One has been in love with the other longer. But you have to read the book to find all of this out. It is a great book that you will enjoy.
Amazon Customer –
So good!
I enjoyed reading this book and I am ordering the sequel today to learn more about the cowboy brothers, lodge and ranch. Jeanette S.
Jean M. –
A really good story
This is such a good story. I read it over the Christmas holidays & found myself wanting to read at any break in my activities. ???? a lovely sweet story that I shall recommend to friends & family.
Janine –
Graham and Laney
They were best friends while they were in High School but their lives went in different directions after school. Could their friendship from years ago develop into something else? In the hands of Ms Isaacson yes along with the beginning story of Whiskey Mountain Lodge.
Tahoe2011 –
Always Sends A Winner of Stories
Just finished this first book in the series. As always, a very good time consuming book with a lot of interesting comings and goings. Characters were well developed and the emotions from the book were intriguing. Could not wait to read the next page. Never disappointed with Liz.
CM –
Learning to love and trust.
I rated this a five because it was a true love story. The couple had known one another since school, but had never gotten together. She married a man who seemed so cold hearted and had never grown up, just took and took and took until one day he up and walked out. She on the other hand worked her back side off and when she got reacquainted with her childhood friend had to learn how to trust someone again. That meant taking a chance with not only her heart but the heart of her daughter.What a wonderful book can’t wait to read the next.I
430booklover –
Clean romance set at Christmas
This is a clean romance between 2 best friends who haven’t seen each other in years. They each have been cheated on and ended up coming back home because of a death and both took over running their father’s ranch. Graham hadn’t planned on coming home and filling his father’s shoes. He is overwhelmed at his job, but not at the ranch because he only has 3 horses and the money to pay for help. Laney is struggling to keep her ranch going on her own.I think they have trouble getting along at first because they are both struggling in different ways. It was good to see Graham realize his mistakes and take steps to rectify things.
jlaa –
Different Cowboy Book
This is not your typical cowboy book. It is set in the dead of winter. I love the way it is woven with family in it. Keeps you interested all the way through.
gaums1969 –
Another 5*Book
Oh I just love Liz is a sons writing. Her characters make me want to move to their towns and become their friends.
Jim –
“Her Cowboy Billionaire Best Friend:A Whittaker Brothers Novel( Christmas in Coral Canyon Book 2)
This book starts out good and just gets better with each page.It has it all,a Cowboy,the girl next door ,kids,romance and a touch of humor.Once you start it,you won’t be able to put it down! I really didn’t want it to end and plan on reading the rest of the series.But don’t take my word for it,please,read it yourself and you will be just as enthralled as I.
Kindle Customer –
Her Cowboy Billionaire Best Friend
This book was great. I couldn’t stop reading it. It was more than I expected. A love story with a lot of meaning and heart. I can’t wait to read more of your books.
Sheila –
Very Interesting!
I enjoyed every minute of reading this book and can’t wait to read the next book in this series, it was hard to put down this book until finished never knowing what could happen next.
gorgeousgranny –
Clean Christian Romance
I absolutely loved the fact that this book did not beat around the bush. Graham and Laney actually spoke what was on their minds.They communicated with each other, about their likes and dislikes. I get so tired of stories where the couples love each other, but are misunderstood because of lack of communication. I loved the story line. An interesting clean Christian romance.
Doris L. Kimbrell –
HER COWBOY BILLIONAIRE BEST FRIEND
This is a cute story and I enjoyed reading it. I hope you will too, and help keep the clean family stories coming.
sqsostack –
Cowboys rule
If there is a cowboy involved, I am ready to read it.Not sure what it is about this type of book, it’s just my go-to
The Unfrozen Tundra –
Easy reading chick-lit
This was a satisfying book — of course there were hardships and sad moments. But all in all the characters were good as was the sense of place. Easy to read. Love the Happily Ever After!
Kindle Customer –
Review
Another good story by Liz Isaacson. I enjoy reading about her “real people” characters. Ready to read #2 in this series.
J. Forrest –
BEST FRIENDS BECOME MUCH MORE..THE HARD WAY
Graham comes home to find his best friend Laney is already there. They both have ranches but she is struggling with hers. Graham has trouble separating work from his personal life until his father dies and he starts to fall in love with Laney. She is hard working and a mother to Bailey but has trouble accepting the fact that she can fit in with Graham’s family and their wealth. I think that if she had 5 homes instead of just the ranch and the cabin, she would spend time running from life by going from one to another. She was a little needy for me, but I love the book and of course Liz took the story around until the finish line. At that point Mike, the ex-husband shows up unannounced. Then he left after a few threats from both Graham and Laney, but I never figured out what happened to him. That provided a little drama.
5 people found this helpful
Rhonda –
A sweet Clean Billionaire Romance
An easy read with Christian undertones, a really enjoyable story I know you will love as I did. Two best friends growing up, reconnecting with love and understanding. I was able to read in a few hours, a comfortable book with no cliffhanger, and a happy ending.
Jennie Pendergast –
A long ago friendship turns into love for two friends.
Enjoyed reading a new author . Laney and Graham story was a fun story. Graham became her knight during the Christmas season. Both had things they needed to work on. But they both worked through them. Looking forward to the love stories for Eli Andrew and Beau. Will read more by this author.
Kindle Customer –
Clean Christian romance novel
Money is a good thing to have but it doesn’t replace honest communication and putting others needs before your own. Graham is a billionaire boss but he has to learn humility and to rely on God to win Laney.
Shannon L –
fun story
Such a fun story with surprising twists and turns that will keep you guessing at what will happen next. Great story.
Donna’s BookShelf –
Best friend to husband
I’m greatly enjoying the Whitaker Brothers and their adventures. Christmas in Coral Canyon is fast becoming a favorite series. I can’t wait to read the next book!
Kimmie61 –
Best Friend
This is such a great read! I laughed – full belly laughs. I cried and I’m talking about big crocodile tears. This book covers all of the emotions that are needed when you get a truly good story. Thanks again Liz
david reno –
Great read
Liz has done an excellent job again in this series, and I can’t wait to read more from her. Definitely worth the read and effort
Mary E Vanderheydt –
Great GREAT great book.
A pleasure to be able to read a good without the need for the f-bomb language. The story line is continuous and not boring or going on different directions. GREAT JOB GREAT AUTHOR.
CarterandConnersMom –
Friends to lovers
I believe good, solid relations begin with friendship and this story is a beautiful, realistic example of it. Laney and Graham experience some growing pains and misunderstandings, but love always wins.
Kindle Customer –
Sweet romance
Sweet homespun romance of best friends in high school, life intervenes, they each get wiser, and then they learn how to relate again
Jean A. –
Loved this Book.
I really liked this book. Could not put it down. It was a great book. Thank you so much for writing the feelings between these two people. Really enjoyed it.
Kindle Customer –
Beautiful, sweet romance
I totally loved this book:) If you love second chances this book is for you:) If you love action, obstacles, even overcoming mother nature, and fighting for true love this book is for you! This author did an amazing job bringing the characters and the story to life in bright living color. I highly recommend this book! Happy reading!
Island Girl –
A cowboy romance
Good cowboy romance on a ranch. The main characters were best friends growing up. They attended different colleges and lost touch. They end up back on the ranch together. This story is about how they find their way back to one another.
Angel Wolfe –
Great story
Awesome fun, warm holiday book. Completely enjoyed watching Laney and Graham navigate around family, work, and baggage. Great Christmas read!
Petrenia –
Very well written and love that it’s situated in my favorite mountain range, the Grand Tetons.
This was a refreshing story of a Christmas romance between childhood best friends. It was well written and I loved how it skipped from one Christmas to the next allowing you just enough information to figure your own way through the rest of the year. I will definitely read more in this series.
Regina Anthony –
Good book
Oh, this book is so good. Can hardly wait for you to read it! The billionaire is very forthwith. When he says something everybody had better be listening.
Amazon Customer –
Wyoming Romance
Who says you can’t marry your best friend. This book shows two people overcoming obstacles, namely themselves, to fall in love. Big D
Glenda Parker –
A great read
I enjoyed the book. It’s well written and heartwarming. I liked the characters. I know you will love it. I recommend it.
nudawn –
Good read
I have never read this author’s work before and really enjoyed this. I found myself going back to it after chores, in order to finish the book. Good, clean book. Characters were believable and enjoyable to read about.
Kindle Customer –
Best friends; a great place to start
Graham and Laney have been friends since childhood. Yet they haven’t been in touch since he left for college almost 22 years ago. Graham has moved back to run his father’s company. Laney is divorced with a 6 year old daughter and Graham is recovering from a breakup with his cheating girlfriend. Can they rekindle their friendship or something more intimate?
Takeyabue –
Two individuals who feel they have to do it all themselves
Graham was forced to leave his chosen career and take control and management of the family’s energy business by the untimely death of his father. Laney struggles to keep his family’s afloat in tough economic times and the failure of her marriage. Friends, or perhaps even more, in high school they now find themselves neighbors many years later and slowly learn to interact with each other and, at the same time, how to let go of some things in order to have the time to concentrate on those that matter the most. A well crafted story with a bonus of Christmas themes.
Kindle Customer –
Heartworming and uplifting
Even amongst life’s struggles and hardships, God is always there for us. He will always work things out the way they should be.
Kindle Customer –
Great read
Liz Isaacson writes good stories. I was fully engaged with her characters. The resolution was satisfying and the lead in for the next book was interesting.
Nancy Hipple –
Fun
A sweet family story about love and loss and faith. I like books with enough twists that add interest and reality. Ready for more.
Misty –
Beautiful sweet romance
A beautiful well written clean best friends romance. This engaging storyline had me addicted page after page. This was a very good story about two people overcoming the things in their lives and finding love and happiness with supportive family, ups and downs, obstacles, issues from their past that made them a bit jaded, unannounced reappearance of ex, romance, snowstorm, old crush, and chemistry all while they overcome and find love and happiness. This author and narrator did an amazing job of bringing the characters and the story to life in bright living color. I voluntarily listened and reviewed this incredible story that is beautifully narrated engaging my imagination.
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Alan Marshall –
Enjoyable
Good book with a good story line. A good clean Christian love story. I love the family in it! Very enjoyable. Can’t wait for the next one.
Kindle Customer –
Wonderful
Can’t wait to read the next book. This series is going to be great. She has become one of my favorite authors.
Kindle Customer –
Great read
I really enjoyed this book. It was a very we inll written book and you will love the story. I recommend this book and the author.
Dolores A. Skladal –
I like this series of Christmas in Coral Canyon
I have really enjoyed reading this series of books, Christmas in Coral Canyon. The first book, Her Cowboy Billionaire Best Friend, was exciting and I didn’t want to put it down. I love the characters and the storyline! I am looking forward to finishing the entire series!
Carolyn Horn –
Best friend to best husband
Growing up with your best friend helps you know their character inside and out. Even after years of not seeing them they’re still the same. Graham had grown older but still focused on his wants first. Until Laney re-enters his life. Great read!!
Sharon Finn –
Money isn’t everything
A well written series where love triumphs over past mixups, both parties learn to communicate, and everyone puts the needed effort into putting others ahead of themselves! Loved being able to read all of the books in order!
joymom –
Fun, clean romance! A favorite series by a favorite author!
This is the first in a couple of fabulous series that take place in Coral Canyon and Whiskey Mountain Lodge. The characters feel compelling and real, despite being down to earth billionaires that don’t care about money. Start here and you will want to read the stories of the whole Whittaker family, then move on to the Hammonds. Each book can stand on its own, but once you meet them, you will want to follow their stories and love having the characters show up in future books. Clean and fun romance, with a hint of faith. Just remember, as always, to get your theology from the Bible, not romance novels.
Nana H –
Very good story
This is a great family story as well as a sweet love story with a good ending for a single billionaire and a divorced woman with a child. I highly recommend it.
Jana R. Buxton –
Lovely!
Poignant and heartfelt. Great characters with wonderful chemistry. Lots of good lessons and family values. This author has a way of capturing your heart.
Sandy H –
Delightful story
I had a free copy of this book, but this is my voluntary and honest opinion. This book written by Liz Isaacson has interesting plot and the characters are well developed and the problems they face are varied and add to the plot. Liz is a great story teller and this book is no exception.
Kindle Customer –
Loved it!
Excellent clean read. I loved the story and all the characters and look forward to my next read in the series.
BDOT –
When you pray and trust the Lord, everything will be done decently and in order
Any book by this author is always a pleasure to read….at times, I worried about the direction it was going, but then, prayers were said and the Lord got everything back on track, as He always does when we depend on Him…..
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Kindle Customer –
I loved the story. It was great! I liked that it didn’t depend on a lot of sex to carry the story. Look forward to reading the next book.
I loved the story. It was great! I liked that it didn’t depend on a lot of sex to carry the story. Look forward to reading the next book
GBN –
Her Cowboy Billionaire Best Friend by Liz Isaacson is a great read.
Liz Isaacson is a wonderful author. This book is a great read. You can emotional connect with the characters. I can relate to the pain of losing a father, so that is one way I connected to them. Wonderful characters, wonderful story.
LelaSue –
Such a sweet story
Imagine being in love with your best friend in high school, losing touch, and then meeting back up years later just to find you still have feelings for them. That’s pretty much what happens with Laney and Graham (among a lot of other things because of course I’m not going to tell you the whole story!!).Loved this book and it’s a perfect first book to the series.
Kindle Customer –
A great start to this series.
This is my first book by Liz Isaacson, but it won’t be the last. I enjoyed the characters and the story. I can’t wait to read the next book in the series
martimagic –
Don’t miss this!
First book in a great new series. I re-read this story in order to write this review and enjoyed it even more the second time. Two troubled characters working their way to each other to achieve the HEA we all want
VVV –
Highly recommend!
I’m excited to begin this new series. Liz Isaacson always does a great job with clean cowboy romance stories. In this book handsome Graham moved back to his hometown in Wyoming after his dad passed away in order to become the CEO of his billion dollar business. He is surprised to learn that his best friend growing up, Laney, is his next door neighbor. Having just broken up with his girlfriend and still recovering from the grief of his father’s death, Graham only called Laney when he needed her help to learn how to do a ranch task. When a huge snow storm blew in and Laney’s power went out Graham invited her and her daughter to stay at his massive lodge. With Laney in close proximity, Graham began to remember what a special person Laney was. I really enjoyed this story and highly recommend it!
Kindle Customer –
Enjoyed
I like Liz as a writer. Will look for the whole series as I enjoyed this book. She is a great storyteller.
Mari –
I liked it very much
Oh, I liked this one very much! It was just an all around nice story. There were several times when a moment of misunderstanding or potential conflict arrived, a time where in other books the situation would be blown totally it of proportion, not this book. I absolutely loved when the man said to himself, “or I could act like an adult and just go talk to her.” People, I tell you, I cheered. I did. So many times when I read a book I have to roll my eyes at the poor choices characters make, their blatant lack of communication.These characters talked to each other about their problems. They set expectations for their relationship, they followed through and acted like the best friends they processed themselves to be. I can’t like that enough. Fantastic.
Sarah Sarber –
MARVELOUS SERIES
What do you do on a perfectly nasty, rainy, windy day (think scuba gear over hip waders for going outside ;-P) when you don’t have to go ANYWHERE? Especially when you have just downloaded ALL of the Christmas in Coral Canyon books onto your kindle app… =) You binge-read the entire series! I’ve fallen in love with all of the characters-their strong, and sometimes not so strong, faith, their care of family and the understanding that family isn’t always people with whom you are related. What started out as a dreary day, has be a joyous time of meeting ‘new friends’ and watching them grow in their faith and fall in love. *Sigh 🙂 It’s been a LOVELY day!
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Phycilla –
Excellent!
This is a well written book with lots of interesting characters. The love story has a lot of ups and downs but is a great story!
B. Welch –
Her Cowboy Billionaire Best Friend: A Whittaker Brothers Novel (Christmas in Coral Canyon Book 1)
A very enjoyable easy read, with a naive couple who have known each other for a long time as best friends. Taking awhile to open up with each other about their hopes and dreams, expectations and feelings for one another. A fun romance relaxing to read.
Kitty0324 –
Best friends are forever
Lovely story of how best friends really are forever, especially if you are married to them. Follow Graham and Laney as they discover what is really important in life.