The Boy I Left Behind

The Boy I Left Behind is a steamy, emotionally charged second-chance romance set under the scorching Texas sun—where first love burns bright, and heartbreak runs deep.
Iris had it all—wealth, beauty, and a golden future in the elite world of Los Angeles. But when her picture-perfect life collided with the raw, rugged heart of Texas, everything changed.
At just eleven years old, Iris met Adam—the quiet, hardworking cowboy boy who saw the real her. Summers on her grandparents' ranch turned into seasons of laughter, secret smiles, and an unbreakable bond. By the time they were teens, friendship had become forbidden love. And the promise they made to each other? To always come back.
Until she didn't.
Four years after disappearing without a word, Iris is back in Bandera. She's no longer the innocent girl who once gave her heart away, and Adam... he's no longer the boy she left behind.
Now, he's all man. And he doesn't want anything to do with her.
But feelings don't just fade. Resentment simmers. Chemistry sparks. And in the heat of a Texas summer, old wounds are about to rip wide open.
Sometimes the past doesn't stay buried. Sometimes, it rides up on a horse, looking better than ever, and demanding answers.

Anna Steinhowser is a storyteller with a gift for blending romance, suspense, and adventure into unforgettable stories. With a gift for capturing the complexities of love, her stories pull readers into worlds where vulnerability meets desire and every heartbeat matters. Whether sweet or steamy, Anna's tales celebrate connection, longing, and the magic of falling in love.