We are So Glad You Are Here!
Explore captivating stories in Contemporary Romance, Women's Fiction, and Young Adult!
We are So Glad You Are Here!
Explore captivating stories in Contemporary Romance, Women's Fiction, and Young Adult!
Welcome to Tessa Leigh Books Page!
About Tessa Leighs Books
Stories shape us—they let us escape, explore, and rediscover the world and ourselves in ways we never imagined. Through fiction, I craft journeys that delve into resilience, transformation, and the complex paths we navigate in search of something more.
Whether you are here for an escape, to dream, or to live vicariously through a character, I am glad you are here!
Exciting things are ahead!
In May I will release a Novella, the first in a series titled True North Ranch.
It will be a three-part Contemporary Romance series that is wholesome and no-spice. This three-part series will walk with main Characters Jack and Elena through trials seen and unseen. See my book page for more information!
In June I will release a passion project of mine. A fiction book for those looking for inspiration.
The Plans They Made Together. It's a gripping tale of a woman and her children on a journey and those who come around them to make sure they are not alone.
For our young dreamers and adventurers, a special YA novel series is in the works—one that captures the spirit of youth, friendship, and the courage to chase what feels just out of reach. This project is also near and dear to my heart as I spend a lot of time researching what my own kids are reading, but I was also inspired by a dear friend's sweet girl who wanted to read my passion project, and I had to tell her no. I am excited to share those stories FALL 2025!
Thank you for being here!
Love,
Tessa
P.S. Don't forget to check out my blog at the bottom of the page!
Defending Elena: True North Ranch Series
I am elated to share that my first book of the True North Ranch Series is available for preorder at the link below.
Two haunted hearts.
One unfinished dream.
And a legacy too dangerous to leave buried.
He saved her life once. Now she’s back—and she’s bringing danger with her.
Jack Harrison likes things quiet. After years in the military and a betrayal that shattered his closest friendship, he’s built a life of solitude on a rugged Colorado ranch. But when Elena Dawson—his late best friend’s widow and the woman he swore he’d never see again—shows up in the middle of a cattle auction, chaos follows.
She’s running from something. Something deadly.
Elena never planned to come back. But cryptic threats, buried secrets, and a list of names her husband left behind have pushed her into the one place she hoped to avoid: Jack’s doorstep. She needs protection, even if he’s the last man she wants to ask. Especially after everything that tore them apart.
Forced to share close quarters while a storm rages and danger circles, their uneasy alliance begins to crack open old wounds—and unearth sparks neither of them are ready for. But trust is a luxury Jack can’t afford. And Elena may be hiding more than just fear behind those tired eyes and clipped sarcasm.
When past betrayals collide with present threats, Jack and Elena must decide: Will they fight together for the future Declan once dreamed of—or be torn apart by the secrets he left behind?
A slow-burn, emotionally gripping contemporary romance packed with heart, danger, and redemption. Perfect for fans of small-town tension, broken heroes, and second chances that feel earned.
The Plans They Made Together
I am elated to share that my book is available for preorder at the link below.
Amazon.com: The Plans They Made Together eBook : Leigh, Tessa: Kindle Store
I thought we were happy, but nothing prepared me for reality.
When the truth comes out? It's explosive.
I have to make a plan, get out with my kids.
As a wife and mom of four, I believed Cole and I had built our life on solid ground. But when I uncover his betrayal, I’m forced to confront not only the cracks in our marriage but the abuse I had unknowingly accepted as part of our foundation. The lies, the control, the abuse—they weren’t isolated moments. They were a pattern, and now that I see it, I can’t unsee it.
As the distance between us grows, so does my clarity. Counseling, self-reflection, and the unwavering support of lifelong friends become my lifeline. When Cole suddenly suggests moving back to Tennessee, I recognize it as a rare opportunity to create a life on my terms, not his.
Quietly, I begin drafting my plan.
Returning to the Smoky Mountains, The Plans They Made Together, is a story of resilience, renewal, and the courage to rebuild. This journey is more than survival—it’s proof that healing requires movement, and sometimes, the plans you made require a second draft.
Warning: This book contains some depictions of domestic abuse and emotional manipulation. Reader discretion is advised.
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