After a disastrous ride leaves former rodeo champion Mac McCoy unable to compete, he reluctantly agrees to move back home to Heart Creek. Bitter and broken, he is shocked to discover feelings for equine osteopath Carrie Saunders. As he struggles to find acceptance of a new way of life that does not include rodeos, he fights his growing attraction to Carrie believing she needs a whole man, not a broken-down cowboy.

Former massage therapist Carrie Saunders is looking forward to a new adventure in her chosen field of equine osteopathy. Avidly opposed to rodeos, she finds purpose in treating and healing retired rodeo horses. Her dream job opportunity brings her to a ranch in Alberta for a six-month contract. Somehow former rodeo champion Mac McCoy sneaks into her heart leaving her wondering how to stay true to her beliefs while falling in love with the cowboy.

Is Mac her soulmate or the man who will destroy her heart?