The story features a significant mid-point plot twist involving Stefan's biological father, later confirmed in the epilogue to be Hank , a central figure from the Gold Rush Ranch community. Main Characters The Front Runner (Gold Rush Ranch, #3) - Goodreads
As they spend time together, Mira discovers that Stefan is not the "bad guy" everyone claims. He is protective, fiercely loyal to his younger sister, Nadia, and carrying the weight of a tragic family history. Their "simple transaction" quickly evolves into deep emotional and physical tension. The Front Runner by Elsie Silver
Stefan agrees to let his mare nurse the foal, but only if Mira agrees to three fake dates with him. Though Mira’s friends and the community despise Stefan, she secretly accepts the transaction to save the foal. The story features a significant mid-point plot twist