The Hometown Cop's Forever Family: Read an Excerpt + Enter to Win

 

Welcome to the Blog + Review Tour for The Hometown Cop's Forever Family by Tara Randel, hosted by JustRead Publicity Tours!

About the Book

Title: The Hometown Cop's Forever Family 
Series: A Golden, Georgia Romance #3 
Author: Tara Randel 
Publisher: Harlequin Heartwarming 
Release Date: April 28, 2026 
Genre: Wholesome Contemporary Romance

Solving crimes  

And falling in love! 

Charming, small-town Golden, Georgia, has everything Briana Connelly needs—her four-year-old daughter, her family, and her job as a police officer. When her former best friend, Jackson Walker, returns suddenly and is made her partner at work, she’s forced to face the events that drove them apart. With a mysterious theft to investigate, spending time with Jax is unavoidable…and easier than she’d like. Especially when his effortless warmth wins over her precious daughter. As a deeper connection grows between them, he starts to feel like a part of Briana’s little family. But if overcoming the past means admitting their true feelings—that might be the biggest risk of all.  

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Book Excerpt

She asked in a small voice, “Are you saying we can get back to where we were?”

Her face, so dear and precious to him, was not only that of his best friend, but now, a woman he was attracted to. His feelings had morphed into more than just a friendship rekindled. Just when they’d gotten some solid footing concerning the past, would he blow up the future if he admitted how he felt?

Instead of going there, he said, “I think that after the case is solved, we sit down and evaluate what’s going on between us.”

She tilted her head, curiosity gleaming in her eyes. “What is going on?”

He ran a hand through his hair. “You do realize that I almost kissed you last night.”

Her eyes grew wide. “I’m aware.”

 “And?”

“I think it’s safe to assume that’s not an aspect of our relationship that either of us had considered before now.” She hesitated for a fraction of a moment. “Is it going to be a problem?”

Jax weighed the word carefully. “Kissing?”

“Is there going to be a kiss?”

His heart hammered in his chest. “How about we test that theory?”

Her lips parted. He leaned close, his eyes locked on hers. When he saw the smallest of nods, he slowly brushed his lips over hers. He stopped after a moment, gauged her reaction, and when he saw her small smile, kissed her again. This time he lingered, so caught up in the sensation he could have continued for hours.

“I’m…um…” Brie sputtered when they parted.

“Yeah. Me, too.”

Brie pulled back and slid from the boulder. “I should probably get back to the station.”

He moved out of the way. “Right. And I need to go over some notes before I head to the resort.”

Both were caught up in their thoughts as they walked through the woods to the main hiking path. The stroll was both too fast and strangely exhilarating. A place Jax had never found himself with a woman.

Kissing Brie had changed everything.

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About the Author

Tara Randel is an award-winning, USA Today bestselling author. Family values, a bit of mystery and of course, love and romance are her favorite themes, because she believes love is the greatest gift of all. Tara lives on the West Coast of Florida, where gorgeous sunsets and beautiful weather inspire the creation of heartwarming stories. Tara has received the Heart of Excellence Readers’ Choice Award and the National Excellence in Romance Fiction Award.

Connect with Tara by visiting tararandel.com to follow her on social media and subscribe to email updates.

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Tour Giveaway

(1) winner will receive a prize bundle which includes a $25 Amazon Gift Card, bookish tote bag, booklover's keychain, bookmark and 2 autographed books by the author!

(1) winner will receive a $15 Amazon gift card!

Full tour schedule linked below. The giveaway begins at midnight May 4, 2026 and will last through 11:59 PM EST on May 11, 2026. Winner will be notified within 2 weeks of close of the giveaway and given 48 hours to respond or risk forfeiture of prize. US only. Void where prohibited by law or logistics.

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