Three Sisters Island

Sometimes love hurts--and sometimes it can heal in the most unexpected way.

Camden Grayson loves her challenging career, but the rest of her life could use some improvement. "Moving on" is Cam's mantra. But there's a difference, her two sisters insist, between one who moves on . . . and one who keeps moving.

Cam's full-throttle life skids to a stop when her father buys a remote island off the coast of Maine. Paul Grayson has a dream to breathe new life into the island--a dream that includes reuniting his estranged daughters. Certain Dad has lost his mind, the three sisters rush to the island. To Cam's surprise, the slow pace of island life appeals to her, along with the locals--and one in particular. Sam Walker, the scruffy island schoolteacher harbors more than a few surprises.

Published April 30th 2019 

by Fleming H. Revell Company

My Thoughts:

I have been a fan of Suzanne Woods Fisher for forever and was so excited about her new release.  This book is the first release in her new series, Three Sisters Island and centers around the Grayson family.  Paul Grayson has recently had a health scare that has taken a lot from him, but it has also makes him re-evaluate his life.  I don't think he's very happy with what he sees. 

I loved this book!

This is a well written book and I was immediately drawn in from the first page.  

As Paul begins his journey to reinvent himself I could just picture it in my mind.  He wants a closer relationship with his daughters, but he also wants them to connect and be closer. The author weaves words together that brings the characters and island to life for me.  I must admit when I picked the book up I didn't want to put it down.  

This story centers around Camden, the eldest daughter, but I got to know each character as the story progressed.  She is definitely a type A personality.  Working in the corporate world has been her dream and she's living it, but it comes at a big cost. Her loyalty has always been her best and only friend, Libby.  Libby leaves her with a big responsibility, Cooper, but is she up for it?  I loved how she developed and grew as a person.  

I think the author touches on many elements in this book: faith, forgiveness, second chances, mystery, laughter, and love.  I am looking forward to reading the second book in the series.  This is definitely a book I would recommend to anyone.  

*I received this book from the publisher as part of their book bloggers program.  I was not expected to write a positive review.  All thoughts and opinions are my own.  

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Chandler Hill Series #1

In 1970, Violet Hawkins’ only wish at eighteen is to escape her life in the Dayton, Ohio, foster-care system and make her way to the west coast to enjoy a mellow life and find the love she’s been missing all her life. She makes it to San Francisco, but soon learns she needs a job if she’s to live properly. A kind, young man named Kenton Chandler offers her a sandwich and a job at his father’s inn and vineyards. With nothing to lose, Lettie takes him up on his offer and begins a whole new life in the Willamette Valley, Oregon. She immediately falls in love with the land and is fascinated with the idea of growing grapes in order to make wines. She, Kenton, and Rafe Lopez become friends as she learns about running the small inn on the property.
At the same time she marries Kenton, a stroke kills his father. And then before she can tell Kenton she’s pregnant, he dies in an automobile accident. Heartbroken and burdened with the gift of the Chandler Hill Inn and Winery, she’s left with the task of making them a success. Struggling to raise a child alone while working to grow the business, Lettie makes a shocking discovery that changes everything. 

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My Thoughts:

Oh my what a wonderful story!!

I was immediately drawn into the story from page one.  Violet Hawkins, aka Lettie, is a strong character that easily pulls the reader in.  As a young woman she longs for a family, freedom, but most of all she's looking for love.  San Francisco in 1970 has much to offer, but when Lettie arrives reality smacks her in the face.  Finding an affordable place that's safe to live is easier said than done.  After 4 months meeting Kenton Chandler was her saving grace, because he offers her a job at his family's vineyards in Oregon.  What Lettie didn't expect was to find the beauty and fascination the land brings her.  

This captivating and heartwarming story of Lettie Hawkins flows effortlessly.  This spectacular read has engaging characters, captures time and place, shows realistic values and beliefs, and love.  This unexpected gem was hard to put down.  This is a book I would recommend to anyone who loves a good story. 

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Thatcher Sisters

Published May 8th 2018

 by Tyndale House Publishers

It’s been ten years since Payton Thatcher’s twin sister died in an accident, leaving the entire family to cope in whatever ways they could. No longer half of a pair, Payton reinvents herself as a partner in a successful party-planning business and is doing just fine—as long as she manages to hold her memories and her family at arm’s length.

But with her middle sister Jillian’s engagement, Payton’s party-planning skills are called into action. Which means working alongside her opinionated oldest sister, Johanna, who always seems ready for a fight. They can only hope that a wedding might be just the occasion to heal the resentment and jealousy that divides them . . . until a frightening diagnosis threatens Jillian’s plans and her future. As old wounds are reopened and the family faces the possibility of another tragedy, the Thatchers must decide if they will pull together or be driven further apart.

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"Sometimes you just have to forget the other stuff and remember we're sisters."

Meet the Author:

Beth K. Vogt is a non-fiction author and editor who said she’d never write fiction. She’s the wife of an Air Force family physician (now in solo practice) who said she’d never marry a doctor—or anyone in the military. She’s a mom of four who said she’d never have kids. Now Beth believes God’s best often waits behind the doors marked “Never.” A Christy Award winner, as well as an ACFW Carol Award winner, Beth’s first women’s fiction novel for Tyndale House Publishers, Things I Never Told You, releases May 2018.

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My Thoughts:

I loved this book!!

I love reading a good story, but this story swallowed me heart and soul.  

(Warning, this book should come with a box of tissues.)

Beth Vogt weaved words together that evoked so many emotions for me.  In fact, after reading the last page I found myself thinking of these characters. 

I knew when I received this book I would need to set aside time to immerse myself in the story, but I had no idea how deeply it would touch me.  

This is the first book about the Thatcher sisters/family.  Ten years ago the unthinkable happened, Pepper Thatcher was killed in an accident.  As you can imagine this was very difficult for the Thatcher family, but no one more than Payton who was Pepper's twin.  Every time Payton looks in the mirror she sees Pepper or what at least what she would have looked like.  Payton is coping with her loss the best that she can, but she is suddenly free falling without a safety net.  Normally your family would be there to catch you, but Payton has held her family at arm's length since Pepper's death. She's afraid if she loves too hard or gets too close and loses someone that the hurt will be more than she can endure, plus she's hiding a secret that she's afraid to reveal to anyone.  

Payton owns and operates a successful party planning business, so when her sister Jillian becomes engaged it's natural she would ask Payton for help.  Unfortunately Payton knows this means working with her older sister, Johanna, who is not only bossy, but also wants to organized everything.  She puts aside her anxiety and agrees for Jillian's sake, but with being around her family more than usual has brought her nightmares on with a vengeance.  Plus the resurface of Zachary Gaines  could also have an influence on her nightmares returning.  Zachary Gaines was the boy involved in Pepper's accident and knows the secret she's held close all this time. 

This captivating story immediately pulled me in immediately and held me, until I fell asleep at 3 am, until the last page was turned.  It captures emotions that are both real and raw.  Yes, I think this is a story everyone will love and I recommend it.  

**I received this book from the publisher.  I was not required to write a review.  All thoughts and opinions are my own.  

A Bradford Sisters Romance

Published May 1st 2018

 by Bethany House Publishers

Famously beautiful model Willow Bradford is reveling in the peace and quiet of her hometown right up until the moment she comes face-to-face with her ex-boyfriend, Corbin Stewart.

Former NFL quarterback Corbin is forceful, charming, and accustomed to getting what he wants . . . except where Willow is concerned. He's never been able to forget her, but Willow makes it crystal clear she's unwilling to risk her heart again.

When a decades-old mystery in Corbin's family brings them together, will the heartbreak in their past and the complications in their present keep them from falling for one another all over again?

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Becky’s a California native who attended Baylor University, met and married a Texan, and settled in Dallas.  She published historical romances for the general market before putting her career on hold for several years to care for her three children.  When God called her back to writing, Becky knew He meant for her to turn her attention to Christian fiction.  She loves writing funny, modern, and inspirational contemporary romance!  She’s the Christy and Carol award winning author of My Stubborn Heart, the Porter Family series, and the Bradford Sisters Romance series.

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My Thoughts:

Oh my, I loved this story!!

This is the second installment in Becky Wade's A Bradford Sisters Romance series and I believe this is my favorite so far, but then again I say that with every book. Even though this book is part of a series it's definitely a stand alone.  

This captivating story has a sweet plot that immediately pulled me into the story and I didn't want to put it down until the last page was turned.  Hence, for me this was a one setting read.  

In this story we meet Willow who is the oldest sister in the Bradford family and the one who has longed to be the perfect daughter. Willow made some decisions that she regrets and this has affected her life profoundly, especially her faith. She has come home to run the family bed and breakfast for her mom until the recently hired lodge manager arrives.  Willow believes this will give her some much needed rest from her modeling career, plus she will get to spend much needed time with her sisters and family.  

 Corbin has moved to Washington for surgery and rehab after an injury that puts his NFL career in jeopardy when he runs into Willow again.  We also get a rich backstory of how Corbin and Willow know each other and how it influences their lives when they are reunited. 

Corbin's niece, Charlotte, is concerned about the mysterious disappearance of her great aunt, Josephine Blake, and enlists Willow's help.  Willow is forced to work with Corbin in helping Charlotte search for answers, but plans to only see Corbin when necessary. Corbin has plans to use this quest as a way to get close to Willow again and prove to her that he's not the same guy she met years ago.  

  This story shows elements of second chances, romantic tension, values, beliefs, mystery, crisis of faith and love.  This is a book I would recommend to anyone. 

 

**I received this book from the publisher as part of their book bloggers program.  I was not required to write a positive review.  All thoughts an opinions are my own. 

I also want to mention that Becky Wade has written a novella that introduces this series and it is wonderful.

A leather-bound journal. A single father. A woman in pursuit of freedom.

Garner Bradford, heir to the troubled Bradford Shipping empire, doesn't know much about babies. But he's going to have to learn fast because he's just become a single father to his newborn daughter. As he confesses through his journal entries, he's not entirely sure how to keep a newborn alive, whether or not he'll ever patch together his shattered heart, or how to forgive himself for his mistakes.

Career girl Kathleen Burke is wholly uninterested in settling down. She has big dreams, and none of them include Garner and his small hometown in Washington State. Yet she can't seem to get her handsome boss out of her head or her heart. There's something extraordinarily tempting about his beautifully sad green eyes. . . . 

Told through journal entries, phone conversations, and letters, Then Came You is a unique, heart-stirring romance novella by acclaimed author Becky Wade.

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Montana Rescue #5

Life and love hang in the balance during a deadly summer of storms.

Expected publication: May 2018

 by Revell

A tornado has destroyed a small Minnesota community, and among the missing are not only a group of students but also PEAK Rescue team leader Chet King. Ty Remington will stop at nothing to rescue his mentor, not even when the girl he loved--and lost--walks back into his life. But Brette needs his help more than he knows, despite her stubborn determination to push him away. And when he gets a second chance, loving her just might cost him more than he can imagine.

A blogger for Vortex Storm Chasers, Brette Arnold didn't expect her adventures to land her in the same place as Ty, the guy who she walked--no, ran--from over a year ago. She had her reasons--good ones. The kind that tell her that falling for him again would only lead to heartache. But Ty isn't the kind of man to give up--not on the missing students or on her.

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Meet the Author:

Susan May Warren is the USA Today bestselling author of over fifty novels with more than 1 million books sold, including Wild Montana Skies, Rescue Me, A Matter of Trust, Troubled Waters, and Storm Front. Winner of a RITA Award and multiple Christy and Carol Awards, as well as the HOLT Medallion and numerous Readers' Choice Awards, Susan has written contemporary and historical romances, romantic suspense, thrillers, romantic comedy, and novellas. She makes her home in Minnesota.

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My Thoughts:

This is the fifth installment in Susan May Warren's Montana Rescue series. I feel this is a stand alone book, meaning that the author gives enough background that it's unnecessary to read the other books in the series.  I do however recommend reading the other books in the series to get the full impact of the series.  

I loved this book!!

This book centers around PEAK Rescue located in Mercy Falls, Montana and it's team members.  This is Ty's story.  

Ty Remington works as an EMT at PEAK Rescue and has for the past two years since the helicopter crash that injured him and his close friend/mentor, Chet King.  Ty, in recent weeks has been considering a change.  He just doesn't feel needed or a valuable member of the team.  18 months ago a chance meeting with Brette Arnold had a huge impact on Ty and forgetting this woman was proving hard to do. 

Brette Arnold has been riding out the storms of life both up close and at a distance.  She is a blogger/photographer with Vortex Storm Chasers.  Storms are unpredictable and chaotic, but for Brette, they captivated and enthralled her.  She has experienced a storm of her own.  18 months ago after and emergency appendectomy a suspicious lump was found in her breast and her storm started.  During the past year chemo had ravaged her body and along the way she lost herself.  Now she is looking for something bigger that will help her forget this past year and maybe along the way find hope for the future. 

Wow, what incredible characters, right? Now here comes a F-4 tornado barreling through Minnesota and hits the towns of Duck Lake and Nixon.  A call comes from Ben King that his father Chet King, a valuable member of PEAK, was missing after a tornado had hit the area he was vacationing.  All PEAK members load up and head to Minnesota to start what they do best, search and rescue.  The founders of Vortex are from the small towns just hit by the tornado so they head for home.  Brette goes to lend a helping hand to her friends.  

This story brings forth so many emotions.  Brette's story is enough to bring tears to your eyes, but one that is more common that we realize.  Cancer of any kind strikes fear in your heart and mind.  I think when someone is in the battle it's all about the fight and when you're finished with treatment that no one wants to hope for more, just take it one day at a time.  On the other hand when a natural disaster strikes one of the first things you do is hope.  One minute I was on the edge of my seat and the next I wanted to give Brette and Ty a hug. 

As I stated I loved this story and the series.  The engaging characters quickly pulled me into the story.  Both Ty and Brette are both strong and deep characters.  For me, the plot was fast paced and filled with twits and turns.  This was a one setting read for me.  Once I picked it up I couldn't up it down until I turned the last page and even then I still found myself thinking about the characters.

This story has elements of suspense, romantic tension, raw/real emotions, hope, trust, faith, fear, and love.  I would recommend this book to anyone who love a great book or loves supsense.  

**I received this book from the publisher via NetGalley.  I was not required to write a positive review.  All thoughts and opinions are my own.  

Hope Harbor #4

 

Published April 3rd 2018 

 by Fleming H. Revell Company  

In the midst of life's storms, unexpected love is a beacon of hope.

A crumbling lighthouse is not part of the inheritance Army doctor Ben Garrison expects to claim when he journeys to Hope Harbor. Fresh out of the service, he wants only to unload the tower of bricks, decompress from years of treating battlefield trauma, and prepare to launch his civilian career.

Hope Harbor Herald editor Marci Weber has other ideas. She may not be a Hope Harbor native, but the small Oregon seaside town has become home--and she's determined to save the Pelican Point landmark.

Sparks fly as the two go head-to-head over the fate of the lighthouse. But when they start to cooperate, a different kind of fire ignites. Can Hope Harbor heal the hearts of these two romance-wary souls?

  

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My Thoughts:

This is the fourth installment in the Hope Harbor series, but with that being said I feel this is a stand alone story. The author brings us a touching story. The author takes us to the Oregon coast where we meet Ben Garrison, an army surgeon, who has just flown from the middle east to prepare a memorial service for his grandfather, to settle the estate and to start his civilian life. Ben has fond memories of the area from the summers he spent with his grandfather. Nothing prepared him for the news of his inheritance of Pelican Point Lighthouse and the total shambles it's fell into.
Marci Weber has lived in Hope Harbor for two years where she owns and runs Hope Harbor Herald. She had became friends with Ned Garrison and his death has hit her hard. Her first introduction to his grandson was not what she had expected or even hope for. Both have a common interest, Pelican Point Lighthouse, but for not the same reasons. Ben wants to sell it and Marci wants to save it.
This is a well written book and it makes me want to visit Hope Harbor. It has a sweet plot that immediately pulled me it. It includes elements of mystery, intrigue, humor, grief, love, and faith. The characters are both engaging and endearing to me. I could see myself sitting on a bench having a conversation with both. The setting is both realistic and perceptive so it captured both time and place for me. The character is this entire series that intrigues me the most is Charley and is scrumptious food. I have never had a fish taco, but would definitely try one of his while getting some life advice from him.
This is a book I would recommend to anyone who love a good, clean read. It touches on the tough subject of PTSD, but I think it is written with a realistic view. I received this book from the publisher as part of their book bloggers program. I was not required to write a positive review. All thoughts and opinions are my own.

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Secret Past

For nothing is secret, that shall not be made manifest;

neither anything hid, that shall not be known and come abroad.

                     ~Luke 8:17

Published April 3rd 2018

 by Love Inspired Suspense  

Her life is a lie
She’s not who she thinks she is

With gunmen at her doorstep, Katie Tribani learns her true identity. She’s been in witness protection since childhood, and now her crime-lord father has found her. As bullets fly, US marshal Daniel Knight whisks her to safety—but not for long. Captured and held prisoner, only Katie can unearth her secret past…if she can survive long enough. 

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My Thoughts:

I loved this book!!

I think debut author Sharee Stover has written a hit. I was immediately drawn into the story and held until the last page was turned.  This story is full of edge of your seat suspense, romantic tension, engaging characters, raw/real emotions and faith.  For me this is the combination of a great story. 

I immediately was drawn to Katie.  She appears to be the girl next door living in a small community in Nebraska.  Suddenly secrets are revealed and she is literally running for her life.  Some may think she's an innocent victim and I guess to some extent she is, but as the story progresses her strength of character proves she's a survivor.  

This is a fast paced plot full of twists and turns that kept me not only reading, but engaged in the outcome of the story.  The author's use of imagery brought the setting to life for me.  The characters are both strong and realistic.  Katie is someone I can imagine having as a friend.  Daniel is a character with a tough exterior and a softer side.  

This of course is the first book for the author so she is a new author for me. I loved her writing style from the  first page, so I will anxiously await her next book.  

I received this book from the author via the publisher.  I was not required to write a positive review.  All thoughts and opinions are my own.  

The Author:

 

Colorado native Sharee Stover lives in Nebraska with her real-life-hero husband, three too-good-to-be-true children and two dogs. A self-proclaimed word nerd, she loves the power of words to transform, ignite and restore. She writes Christian romantic suspense combining heart-racing, nail-biting suspense and the delight of falling in love all in one. When she isn’t writing, Sharee enjoys reading, crocheting and walking with her obnoxiously lovable German Shepherd.

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Atlanta Justice

Standing For What's Right Could Cost Her Everything

Published September 5th 2017

 by Bethany House Publishers

Tapped as lead counsel in a corporate cover-up lawsuit against Mason Pharmaceutical, Kate Sullivan knows this case could make her career. What really drives her, though, is getting justice for the victims whose lives were ruined by the company's dangerous new drug. But when a whistleblower turns up dead, it paints a target on the back of everyone involved. 

Former Army Ranger turned private investigator Landon James steps in to handle security for Kate. He's still haunted by mistakes in his past and is determined never to let something like that happen again. But it soon appears someone is willing to do anything--even commit murder--to keep the case from going to trial. 

As danger closes in, Landon can't help but admire Kate's courage and resolve--but will her determination not to back down become too great of a risk? 

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Rachel Dylan writes Christian fiction including legal romantic suspense. Rachel has practiced law for over a decade and enjoys weaving together legal and suspenseful stories. She lives in Michigan with her husband and five furkids–two dogs and three cats. She is a member of ACFW and RWA. Rachel loves to connect with readers. She is represented by Sarah Younger at Nancy Yost Literary Agency.  

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My Thoughts:

I have been a fan of Rachel Dylan and was so excited to hear of her new release being published by Bethany House.  In fact Deadly Proof is just the first novel in her Atlanta Justice series.  This legal suspense is sure to be a hit with readers.

The cover gives a glimpse at the suspense enclosed.  

The characters and plot immediately pulled me in.  I immediately felt like I was Kate's confidant and she was including me in on everything going on in her life (the stress, hopes, dreams, questions, fears and feelings).  I really liked this character.  She is strong and faithful, but she is also a little naive. Landon James is a complicated character with a history that he wants to put behind him.  His history gives him insight into possibilities and lucky for Kate he's on her side.  The plot is a fast paced and keeps you guessing which for me means it's full of suspense.  The author's knowledge as an attorney gives the reader a glimpse at what is all involved with the job and made me feel like I was an intern learning what the job truly entails.  I love how the author weaves a message of faith into the story. 

This books brings elements of spine tingling suspense, legal drama, turmoil, romantic tension, and lots of faith.  I think this will appeal to many people of like different genres so I will say that I would recommend it to anyone.  I was pulled in from the first page and didn't put it down until the last page, so it was a one sitting read for me.  

I received this book from the author via the publisher.  I was not required to write a review.  All thoughts and opinions are my own.  

Rachel is currently working on the next book in this series and I am looking forward to it.  

The Rancher's Mistletoe Bride

WYOMING COWBOYS:

Following their hearts home

Published September 19th 2017

 by Love Inspired 

Coming Home for Christmas

Wedding planner Lexi Harrington needs a manager for her inherited Wyoming ranch. 

Clint Romine is the perfect man for the job, but the ruggedly handsome cowboy soon presents a new dilemma-distraction.  Lexi can't fall for a small-town rancher when she's planning to return to her big-city career after the holidays.  Home has always been elusive for former foster kid Clint.  Working alongside  Lexi at Rock Step Ranch feels too cozy-and too risky.  Opening up to her means revealing a secret about his past that could jeopardize everything he holds dear.  This Christmas, can Clint learn to trust Lexi with the truth.....

and with his heart?

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The first one: (Just click on the link)

The Rancher’s Mistletoe Bride Giveaway includes:

• One true large print signed copy of The Rancher’s Mistletoe Bride
• A cowboy-ish coffee mug
• The most adorable typewriter memo pad I’ve ever seen
• A bag of chocolates–yum!
• A super cute tin of biscuits

Entry options are really easy. The giveaway starts on September 8, 2017 at 5am EST and ends on September 30, 2017 at 9pm EST. Full rules are in the entry form. US Residents 18+

The second one is live on Goodreads. 

Jill is offering the opportunity to win 4 books on Goodreads.  

The giveaway runs from Sept. 19 - Oct. 13, 2017.

Meet the Author:

Jill Kemerer writes contemporary romance novels with love, humor and faith. A full time writer, she relies on coffee and chocolate to keep up with her kids’ busy schedules. She grew up in the country in Michigan and now reside in a picturesque little town in Ohio. Our family has moved a lot over the years, and we realized we don’t mind living near a city, but we don’t want to live in one! My husband and I were high school sweethearts, and we have a daughter in college and a son in high school.

Nature inspires me. We’re blessed to live near beautiful parks, and if the weather cooperates, I take long walks outside. Some of my best plot twists pop into my head on these walks. Love when that happens!

My books contain a blend of love, humor, and faith. I adore romance! And I can’t help it–life makes me laugh. But what really defines me is my faith. John 3:16 sums it up best, “For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life.”

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My Thoughts:

This is a sweet romance filled with lots of real life questions/worries/stress. This is the first book in her new Wyoming Cowboys series.  I am officially hooked and looking forward to the next book.  I must admit when I picked this book up I couldn't put it down until the last page was turned so for me it was a one sitting read.  

This story is set in Sweet Dreams, Wyoming, but most of the story takes place on Rock Step Ranch.  As the story opens we meet Clint Romine heading to Rock Step Ranch for a job interview with the new ranch owner, Alexandra (Lexi) Harrington, who he attended high school with.  Lexi and Clint are both complicated characters, but they felt so real to me.  Lexi has recently and suddenly lost her father.  She is not only dealing with her grief, but she also has to figure out how to keep the ranch running, because she has her own thriving business in Denver that she needs to get back to.  Clint has had set backs in his life that has shaped him into the man he is.  5 years ago he lost his own ranch and the loss of his dream has changed him. 

I was drawn into this sweet plot immediately.  For me it was a spectacular real! The author does a great job weaving words together to bring the plot and characters to life with her imagery.  The friendship between Clint and Lexi is conveyed in a very genuine way. The characters are complex and have real issues, but they are resolved realistically.  This story has elements of grief, trust, romantic tension, second chances, crisis of faith and love. This is a book I would recommend to anyone who loves a clean, feel good romance.  

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 Do nothing out of selfish ambition or vain conceit. Rather, in humility value others above yourselves, not looking to your own interests but each of you to the interests of the others. 

~ Philippians 2:3-4