Reviews for HEARTS OVER FENCES

More great romantic fiction from Toni Leland
Bethany Webb dreams big. A hard-working, no-nonsense real estate developer, she's just opened the first phase of her project, Highover Gate, a world-class equestrian training facility. Her ambitious career doesn't leave much time or energy for personal relationships--until a shocking event forces her to take stock of her life. Connor Hall also chases a dream. He's competing to become the best equestrian 3-day eventer in the world. To accomplish that goal, he's risen above a difficult background, but he hasn't been able to leave his past behind completely. Beth and Connor are drawn together by their common love of horses and competition. Unfortunately, though, old wounds heal slowly. Ms. Leland draws interesting characters, creates realistic crises for them to face, and moves them through a fast-paced plot. Add to the mix a setting that is a horse lover's dream, and the result is an entertaining and educational read. I highly recommend both of Ms. Leland's equestrian fiction romances, Hearts Over Fences and Winning Ways .

"...Ms. Leland weaves a fascinating tale of horses, business, and romance. Bethany and Connor both have lived challenging lives dealing with poverty, loss of parents, and building their professional careers. The characters' obstacles give them a depth that is highly believable. Even at such a length, Ms. Leland's tale reads rather quickly and satisfyingly. Hearts Over Fences is a great read that I highly recommend."
     Coffee Time Review, June 2005

"...a charming and clean love story set in the heart of horse country and the horse industry. It's centered around the characters first, and story second - something I like. Leland explores her character's fears and ambitions. Her piece profiles the sensitive dance of deciding whether someone is right for you. Just loving them doesn't mean they are. They also must be good for you and your dreams. Leland creates this situation with a backdrop of the business world of horses in Lexington Kentucky."
     Midwest Book Review, June 2005

"...Leland brings the horse world alive, even for readers who may not know the equestrian business..." Amazon reviewer, Dec 2004

"...fast-paced and educational. Anyone who loves horses, business, or romance will enjoy this quick and interesting read." Amazon reviewer, Dec 2004

"...nicely developed characters that are believable [with] a plot that keeps the reader turning the page." Amazon reviewer, Jan 2005

"...Hearts Over Fences is a captivating read." Amazon reviewer, Jan 2005

"Author Toni Leland obviously knows horses." Amazon reviewer, April 2005

"...a good job of catching the layers of emotion..." Advance Reader, October 2004

"Jamie's a sweetheart, and someone every woman would love to have by her side..." Advance Reader, October 2004

"...the characters were well drawn and realistic....time spent 'inside the head' of each was well done." Advance Reader, October 2004

Winning Ways Reviews