Wes and Addie Had Their Chance: A Love Story

A contemporary romance novel by Bethany Turner that combines small-town charm, second-chance love, and witty character dynamics in a feel-good romantic comedy set in Adelaide Springs, Colorado.

Wes and Addie Had Their Chance: A Love Story follows Addie Atwater-Elwyn, who returns to her tiny mountain hometown of Adelaide Springs after her life collapses, leaving her with few options and no illusions. Years earlier, Wesley Hobbes—now a beloved senator and presidential frontrunner—left Addie at the altar, a betrayal that fractured her heart and shaped her future.

When Wes unexpectedly reappears in Adelaide Springs, old wounds are reopened amidst political drama, personal reinvention, and unresolved longing. Addie, determined not to revisit the past, tries to ignore Wesley’s presence—but as secrets unravel and the emotional sparks reignite, she must confront whether forgiveness and a second chance at love are possible. This standalone romance features the rich texture of small-town life, believable characters, sharp humor, and a tender exploration of forgiveness, healing, and the possibilities of love long after it once seemed lost.

“A delight!” — Sophie Cousens, New York Times bestselling author; 

“Perfect escape for every sweet romance lover!” — Courtney Walsh; 

“Another laugh-out-loud, pitch-perfect romance.” — Annabel Monaghan.