Step into the rugged, heart-pounding world of the Getaway series by Jay Crownover, where the wild Colorado wilderness meets steamy romance and edge-of-your-seat suspense! This captivating trilogy follows the Warner brothers—hardheaded cowboys with hearts of gold—as they navigate love, danger, and redemption on their Wyoming dude ranch. With Crownover’s signature blend of sizzling chemistry and complex characters, Getaway is a must-read for romance fans craving adventure.
Whether you’re drawn to broody alpha males or resilient heroines, this series delivers a rollercoaster of emotions set against a backdrop of towering pines and starry skies. Let’s saddle up and explore why Getaway has stolen readers’ hearts!
How Getaway Began
Jay Crownover, a New York Times bestselling author known for her tattooed bad boys and gritty romances, ventured into new territory with Getaway. Inspired by her Colorado roots, she crafted a series that swaps urban settings for the untamed wilderness. Living near the Rockies, Crownover drew on her love for the outdoors to create a world where rugged cowboys and city girls clash and connect. The series, launched in 2016, was a bold departure from her Marked Men series, blending romance with suspense to captivate a new audience.
The Heart of Getaway
The Getaway series spans five books, each a standalone focusing on the Warner brothers and their romantic entanglements. Retreat, the first, introduces Cyrus Warner, a gruff trail guide who sparks with Leora (Leo), a heartbroken city girl seeking solace after a brutal breakup. Their fiery chemistry unfolds amidst a dangerous wilderness trek, weaving suspense into their love story. Shelter follows Sutton Warner, a single dad wrestling with guilt, as he falls for Emrys, Leo’s resilient best friend, in a tale of healing and passion.
Escape, the third book, dives into the friends-to-lovers saga of Lane Warner and Brynn, whose complicated history fuels a story packed with action and heartache. The series continues with Runaround and Detour, exploring other ranch characters like Wyatt and Rodie, delivering more romance and intrigue. Themes of trust, redemption, and second chances pulse through each book, with the Wyoming setting acting as a vivid character—its wild beauty mirroring the characters’ untamed emotions. Crownover’s style is raw and immersive, balancing steamy encounters with heartfelt growth.
Why Getaway Resonates
Getaway has carved a niche in contemporary romance by blending high-stakes suspense with emotional depth. Fans praise Crownover’s ability to craft flawed, relatable characters who face real struggles, from heartbreak to guilt, making their triumphs all the more rewarding. The series’ unique setting—a Wyoming ranch catering to adventurous tourists—offers a fresh twist on the cowboy trope, appealing to readers tired of clichéd Westerns. Its mix of action, romance, and raw vulnerability has earned glowing reviews, with readers calling it “addictive” and “swoon-worthy.”
Beyond its fanbase, Getaway reflects Crownover’s evolution as a writer, showcasing her knack for reinventing romance tropes. Its lasting appeal lies in its universal themes: finding love after loss and strength in vulnerability. For romance readers, it’s a thrilling escape into a world where love conquers all, even in the wildest of places.
- Publication Years: 2016–2019
- Number of Books: 5
- Setting: Wyoming, USA
- Genres: Contemporary Romance, Romantic Suspense
Grab Retreat and dive into Getaway’s wild, romantic world! Whether you’re a romance junkie or a suspense enthusiast, the Warner brothers’ stories will keep you hooked under the Wyoming stars.