I Do with You

Maple Creek

By: Lauren Landish

Narrated by: Stella Hunter, Ryan West

A runaway bride rushes headlong into true love in a funny, flirty, and empowering romance by Wall Street Journal and USA Today bestselling author Lauren Landish.

Hope Barlowe is a vow away from a lakeside wedding to her high school sweetheart. Next, check off her follow-up dreams: two kids, a dog, a home, and a happy ever after. But suddenly, ever after seems like a very long time. Instead of saying I do, Hope thinks I can’t and bolts for the woods—right into the unpredictable life of a handsome tattooed hiker.

Days into a three-week getaway, struggling musician Ben Taylor is in search of inspiration. He never thought he’d find a bride stumbling through the bramble. Right away her sweet baby blues, confounding dilemma, and spirited independence strike a chord. Ben has found his muse, and he’s falling fast. Hope is finding something just as important—herself.

Soon enough Hope and Ben have all of Maple Creek talking—and divided. Where do they go from here? If Hope has learned anything, it’s that happiness is more than a checklist, and dreams can change in a heartbeat.

©2024 by Lauren Landish. (P)2024 Brilliance Publishing, Inc., all rights reserved.

Critic reviews

“[A] playful small-town romance and series opener…Readers will be eager to return to Maple Creek.”—Publishers Weekly

“This small town, good girl falls for the bad boy romance was cute, sweet and a bit spicy. A total must read…”—Harlequin Junkie

“Some authors just seem to have a natural knack for penning original stories of romance with all the highs and lows and ultimately happy endings that make the genre so popular. With the publication of I Do With You, author Lauren Landish demonstrates herself to be just such a novelist.”—Midwest Book Review

Secret rock star meets runaway bride

Interesting story that puts a couple of twists with the way the couple meets. Good story.

Very good!

I loved the characters of Ben and Hope. And it’s refreshing when characters talk about things without beating around the bush. Sometimes in other books the inner dialogue is annoying and fatiguing seeming like the author extends it just to get enough words on the page, but this one is just right, especially when it comes to how they feel good or bad.

I do with you!

OMG, where do I even begin? This book had me hooked from the very first page, and trust me, it’s a slow burn that’s so worth the wait.

Hope Barlowe is about to marry her high school sweetheart and check off all the “life goals” — but, plot twist — she freaks out, bolts into the woods, and runs straight into Ben Taylor, a hot, tattooed, bearded musician just looking for some inspiration. I mean, can we say “fate”??

The chemistry between Hope and Ben is off the charts!

Hope is this sweet, small-town girl who thought she had it all figured out, but when she realizes her forever might not be all it’s cracked up to be, she runs away—right into a life-changing adventure. Ben, on the other hand, is dealing with his own stuff, but when their worlds collide, sparks fly. It’s emotional, swoon-worthy, and so steamy.

I loved how the story isn’t just about romance—it’s about Hope finding herself, breaking free from expectations, and learning that happiness is more than just a checklist. The narration by Stella Hunter and Ryan West? Spot on. They totally brought Hope and Ben to life. Whether you’re reading it or listening to the audiobook, you won’t want to miss this one.

Honestly, I Do With You is a perfect start to the Maple Creek series. I can't wait to see what else Lauren Landish has in store! Highly recommend it if you're into a heartwarming, feel-good, slow-burn romance with a ton of heart.

Runaway Bride

This is a story about a runaway bride from a small town that meets a big city musician. The literally ran into each other.

It was a cute story but felt a bit rushed on them falling in love as she had just left her groom at the alter. It was a lot of fun to listen to. And there was the redemption of Sean at the end.

I really enjoy this authors writing. Give it a listen!

Sleep token vibes

Loved this story!! I found myself literally laughing out loud and loving the characters. I can’t wait for book #2. I just preordered the audiobook!