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  • The Spice Is Nice: A Steamy Fake Dating Small-Town Cowboy Romance (Alphas Fall Hard Collection Book 2)

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The Spice Is Nice: A Steamy Fake Dating Small-Town Cowboy Romance (Alphas Fall Hard Collection Book 2) Kindle Edition

by Zee Irwin (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
4.8 out of 5 stars (48)

A cowboy passing through. A woman done running. And a fake relationship with an expiration date.

IVY

When my unwelcome ex rolls back into town like he thinks he still owns me, I have to do something to keep him away.

So I grab Colt Calhoun and kiss him in front of everyone. The steady and handsome cowboy I've befriended and been pretending not to fall for all summer becomes hard to resist when he offers to play my fake boyfriend long enough to get my ex off my back.

But Colt can sure play the role to perfection, protecting me from the past, and I'm not sure I want to be alone anymore.

COLT

My time at the Off-Duty Rescue Ranch is supposed to be temporary, which means I can't catch feelings for Ivy Wylde. I stay friend-zoned, but one night, one kiss throws everything off.

When her ex comes back with dangerous intentions, she digs into why—and I'm not letting her do it alone.

But getting too close to the truth puts us in the crosshairs.

When someone runs us off the road in a storm, the only shelter is a remote cabin—with only one bed in front of a cozy fireplace.

By morning, nothing between us feels fake anymore.

Only her ex isn't finished causing trouble. We'll find a way to deal with him, before he destroys everything she's built.

And when it’s all over, Montana may not be so temporary anymore because a love like I found with Ivy is worth staying for.

  • Fake Dating Romance / Friends to Lovers
  • Cowboy / Western Ranch Romance
  • Military Veteran Wounded Hero
  • Small-Town Montana Romance
  • Forced Proximity (Cabin in the Woods / One Bed)
  • He Falls First and Hard
  • Ex Returns / Romantic Suspense

Heat: Steamy

Ending: Guaranteed HEA

Series: Interconnected Standalone

Setting: Montana mountain ranch and small town

If you love protective cowboys, fake relationships that turn real, and one-bed cabin nights that change everything, start reading now.

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    March 6, 2026
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4.4 out of 5 stars 94
4.8 out of 5 stars 48
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4.8 out of 5 stars 45
Price EUR 3.40 EUR 3.40 EUR 3.40 EUR 3.40 EUR 6.81
Hero Ash, Ex-military Mountain Man Colt, Ex-military, related to the It Happened Series Knox, Cocky ex-military Carter, Hidden Heir 3 Heroes from another series related to this
Heroine Willow, Single Mom Ivy, Small town shop owner Daisy, Horse Whisperer Sage, Orchard manager 3 Heroines from another series related to this
Trope Forbidden, brother's ex-wife, suspense Fake Dating, Protector Secret Friends with Benefits Heir in Hiding, Protector Read how the ranch got started here
Location Montana, Off-Duty Rescue Ranch Montana, Off-Duty Rescue Ranch Montana, Off-Duty Rescue Ranch Montana, Off-Duty Rescue Ranch Virgina, Original Off-Duty Rescue Ranch

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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B0FN8GY5PG
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ CER Creative Company Publishing
  • Accessibility ‏ : ‎ Learn more
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ March 6, 2026
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 2.9 MB
  • Screen Reader ‏ : ‎ Supported
  • Enhanced typesetting ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • X-Ray ‏ : ‎ Not Enabled
  • Word Wise ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 256 pages
  • Page Flip ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Book 2 of 4 ‏ : ‎ Alphas Fall Hard Collection
  • Best Sellers Rank: #85,837 in Kindle Store (See Top 100 in Kindle Store)
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.8 out of 5 stars (48)

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Zee Irwin is a USA Today Bestselling Author who gets powered up by steamy small town romance. She's a bit of sunshine living countryside in Pennsylvania with her own grumpy bosshole guy, two teenagers, and twin kitties. Her favorite character to write is a small town billionaire, especially if he falls first, is former military, and is possessive of the woman he loves.

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4.8 out of 5 stars
48 global ratings
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The Spice is Nice
Ivy is from a small town in Montana and her sisters are all together. Colt was in the navy and went to a farm that caters to veterans. He loves it there. Ivy is the chairperson of the Chamber of Commerce and the owner of a business. This is a real love story and so much more. There is danger and love.
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  • J M Irla
    5.0 out of 5 stars Spice, fake dating to true love and danger
    Reviewed in the United States on March 6, 2026
    Format: KindleVerified Purchase
    I was hooked on Colt and Ivy right from the start. Their connection was there even before Ivy kissed Colt to hold off her ex-boyfriend. Colt immediately goes into protection mode and Ivy is fearful of trusting anyone again. They are so spicey while they find their way to each other and their future while dealing with the danger that threatens them.

    I love seeing all of the Off-Duty Ranch community and Colt’s family from the It Happens series too! Even if you are not familiar with these characters, you’ll still enjoy this book. I highly recommend it and the other Off-Duty Ranch and It Happens books.

    I received an ARC of this book, and this is my honest review.
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  • renwith
    5.0 out of 5 stars The Spice is definitely nice!!!
    Reviewed in the United States on March 8, 2026
    Format: KindleVerified Purchase
    I just really enjoy reading Zee Irwin stories! Her characters draw you in & make you a part of their lives! I always end up binge reading because I can't put the book down! The crossover of characters from other Zee series is a big bonus! The Alphas Fall Hard stories live up to their titles! Not just romance either-there's suspense & shenanigans!
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  • Julie D
    4.0 out of 5 stars A trouble causing Ex and a cowboy to the rescue
    Reviewed in the United States on March 18, 2026
    Format: Kindle
    This is a standalone book set in the Off-Duty Rescue Ranch series. A steamy romance, a fake relationship, small-town and ranch setting, with rescue horses and a HEA. The perfect mixture for an entertaining read.
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  • C. Luna
    5.0 out of 5 stars One Fake Kiss, One Protective Cowboy, and a Love Too Real to Walk Away From
    Reviewed in the United States on March 13, 2026
    Format: Kindle
    The Spice Is Nice by Zee Irwin is a heartfelt, steamy small-town romance that perfectly blends danger, tenderness, and the irresistible charm of a fake relationship that quickly becomes anything but pretend. With protective cowboy energy, emotional healing, and just the right amount of suspense, this story pulls you in from the very first page.

    Ivy Wylde has worked hard to rebuild her life and reputation in her Montana hometown. She’s determined not to let the mistakes of her past define her future. But when her controlling ex unexpectedly returns to town acting like he still has a claim on her, Ivy knows she needs a way to keep him at a distance.

    Her solution?
    Grab the closest trustworthy man and kiss him.

    That man happens to be Colt Calhoun.

    Colt is a cowboy staying temporarily at the Off-Duty Rescue Ranch while working through the emotional scars left by his time in the military. He’s steady, protective, and quietly carrying guilt from a past he’s still trying to face. The last thing he expects is to be pulled into a fake relationship in the middle of town—but once Ivy asks for his help, he’s all in.

    What begins as a simple act to keep her ex away quickly turns into something deeper. The chemistry between Ivy and Colt is immediate, and their playful banter makes every interaction between them feel natural and fun. Yet beneath the humor and attraction lies something more meaningful: two people trying to move forward from painful pasts.

    As Ivy starts investigating why her ex has suddenly returned, the danger surrounding them begins to grow. When a storm leaves them stranded together in a remote cabin—with only one bed and a crackling fire for warmth—the tension between them becomes impossible to ignore.

    By morning, it’s clear their feelings are no longer pretend.

    One of the most compelling parts of this story is how Ivy and Colt support each other. Ivy is strong, determined, and fiercely independent, while Colt’s protective instincts make him the kind of hero readers love to root for. Watching them slowly break down each other’s emotional walls creates a romance that feels both passionate and heartfelt.

    The Off-Duty Rescue Ranch setting adds even more charm to the story. The sense of brotherhood among the ex-military cowboys and the tight-knit small-town community make the world feel rich and welcoming, while the suspense involving Ivy’s ex keeps the plot moving at a thrilling pace.

    If you enjoy fake dating romances, protective cowboy heroes, forced proximity in cozy cabins, and small-town love stories with a touch of suspense, The Spice Is Nice is an engaging and emotional read you won’t want to put down.

    Because sometimes the relationship that starts as pretend…
    turns out to be exactly the love you’ve been waiting for all along.

    I received a free copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review.
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  • Skylar
    5.0 out of 5 stars Ivy and Colt
    Reviewed in the United States on March 7, 2026
    Format: Kindle
    From the first book I was intrigued by the Wylde sisters and this book focuses on Ivy and Colt. Ivy returned to town after leaving with Seth and his subsequent imprisonment. Colt came to the Off Duty Rescue Ranch after leaving the military dealing with the guilt after the loss of his close friend. When Seth returns to town Ivy and Colt come up with a plan of a fake relationship to keep Seth away.

    I loved their story. Both are dealing with their pasts while trying not to hurt their loved ones. Both afraid of not being enough. Plus the threat of Seth and his family added tension and suspense.

    Once Ivy and Colt faced their pasts they were able to figure out how to make their relationship work. Even though they were scared they worked together and the town helped when they needed them. Ivy found strength and I just rooted for her. Colt was so protective and supportive. Once he faced his demons he was all in.

    If you love small town romance, ex military hero, woman with a past, found family, suspense, fake romance tropes then give this a try. I can’t wait to continue on with Daisy & Knox!.

    I received a free copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review.
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  • Roger
    5.0 out of 5 stars love this story!
    Reviewed in the United States on March 23, 2026
    Format: Kindle
    Another great story from Zee Irwin. This time she is giving live to a couple who meets at the most unexpected time and circumstances and leads them to HEA

    Ivy is running from her past - her ex boyfriend did a number on her- she has been trying to restart her life, but when he comes to find her, she does the unexpected and kisses the first man she finds, Colt. He is a nomad worker who is still reeling from her army life until the kiss, his life had no sense of direction, but that all changes as the kiss sets something in place. What comes next is a fake relationship that will protect her from her past, and also provide an anchor for his life.

    What comes next is suspense, insight, understanding, passion and a few twists that will keep you entertained .

    I received a free copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review.
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