Dependable Mountain Man

Jade Hartley moves to Bitterroot Ridge to lead a mental health program for the SAR team, where she crosses paths with Holden Cross, a quiet, protective former military man and SAR team member. As threats escalate and their professional lives intertwine, the growing connection between them begins to shift their boundaries. Set against the backdrop of a small mountain town, this story blends themes of protection, personal discovery, and unexpected romance.