A Cold Creek Christmas Story by RaeAnne Thayne ~ Cowboys of Cold Creek ~ REVIEW

What could be better than another Christmas story by RaeAnne Thayne this year? Off the top of my head a really can't think of anything. I love Christmas stories and RaeAnne Thayne is one of my very favorite authors. 

Ms. Thayne writes a fabulous small town romance story that just makes you feel good. When it takes place during the Christmas holiday it's even better. This talented author does a fabulous job of creating characters and story lines that are chock full of emotion.A Cold Creek Christmas Story is no exception.

I first meet the Nichols sisters in The Christmas Ranch last year. I formed an instant bond with this supportive and loving family and thoroughly enjoyed visiting The Christmas Ranch again and the Nichols sisters again. 

Celeste Nichols is the author of the Sparkle story and the local library's Children's librarian. She's a sweet, kind, caring, and really good with kids. She just seems to have the special touch when she meets Olivia Delaney and her father Flynn. Olivia is such a sweet child that has been through things no child should have to do. 

Flynn Delaney is a wonderful father that is hurting deeply for what his sweet daughter has been through. He has returned to  Pine Gulch, Idaho to take care of his Grandmother's home. He attends a library children's story hour with his daughter and unexpected runs into his childhood neighbor Celeste. 

The sparks and emotions between Flynn and Celeste make for an incredible story. Celeste just may be the exact thing that both Flynn and Olivia need. I loved watching these three get to know each other and how they interact together.  They have obstacles they are going to have to overcome if they are going to find a happily ever after together as a family though.

A Cold Creek Christmas Story is a fabulous attention to the Cowboys of Cold Creek series. If you haven't read any of the other books in the series, never fear, they will all stand alone just fine. You may start with the wonderful Christmas story and not feel like you are missing any pertinent details. 

Overall it is  a very emotionally touching story that kept me enthralled throughout the whole story.  I loved the characters and who could possibly resist the adorable Sparkle the Reindeer that makes an appearance in the story. Celeste also has a very cute dog and cat that add their own special touch to the story.

I can not wait to see what Ms. Thayne may have in store for us next in this series. I'm anxious to see if Faith Nichols will be able to find happiness again.

I was given the opportunity to read this wonderful story so that I may share my thoughts with you. As always it has been my great pleasure to share my thoughts with you on A Cold Creek Christmas Story. 

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Evergreen Springs By RaeAnne Thayne & CHRISTMAS IN MUSTANG CREEK by LINDA LAEL MILLER

Evergreen Springs
 Haven Point miniseries 

By RaeAnne Thayne

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CHRISTMAS IN MUSTANG CREEK

A Brides of Bliss County Book

by  LINDA LAEL MILLER

Celebrate the season with the expert of contemporary holiday romance, New York Times bestselling author RaeAnne Thayne and EVERGREEN SPRINGS (HQN Books, October 2015, $7.99 U.S./$9.99 CAN.), the third and final book in her Haven Point miniseries set near a rugged Idaho mountainside in a magical lakeside town that has a history of healing the most heartbroken of souls.

When Cole Barrett, a former wild boy rodeo star with a dangerous past, learns of his ex-wife’s sudden death, he knows life will never be the same again. After years of only getting the occasional visit with his son and daughter, aged six and eight, Cole suddenly finds himself with sole custody of these two troubled, hurting kids who have come to Evergreen Springs, his beautiful but isolated ranch, to live with him. After just a few weeks of life as a full-time single dad, however, Cole knows he’s already in way over his head. With his kids running through housekeepers faster than he can hire them, and unable to take any more time away from his new horse-training business, Cole’s last hope is help from his sister, Tricia, who’s come home bearing her own marital problems. But when the very pregnant Tricia ends up being hospitalized with an ankle injury just before the holidays, a Cole who’s barely hanging on knows only an angel bestowing miracles could keep him from being overwhelmed.

Local family physician and former cancer survivor Dr. Devin Shaw has seen firsthand the miraculous curative powers that the mineral waters of Lake Haven possess…waters that extend to the private hot springs on Cole’s property. The springs would be ideal for treating her elderly patients but the privacy-obsessed Cole is unwilling to share them. So after learning about his situation from her old high school friend Tricia, Devin makes an offer to Cole—in exchange for use of his hot springs for her patients, she’ll help watch his kids and try to provide them with some actual seasonal fun.

But their arrangement becomes far more personal than either of them anticipated. Devin is irresistibly drawn to this troubled but wonderful little family, yearning for a life she fears she’ll never have due to her own scarred background. Meanwhile, Cole can’t keep his mind off the attractive doctor and her magical way with his kids, but he knows the last thing Devin needs is to get mixed up with a bad guy like him. 

Cole and Devin both know they’re keeping secrets from each other—secrets that may keep them from finding real happiness for the first time in their lives. But if they’re looking for a holiday miracle to heal the wounds of their pasts, Evergreen Springs is the right place to start…

 EVERGREEN SPRINGS is available wherever books are sold and at www.HQNBooks.com. 
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RAEANNE THAYNE:  

New York Times and USA TODAY bestselling author RaeAnne Thayne loves words. Her love affair started as soon as she learned to read, when she used to devour anything she could get her hands on: cereal boxes, encyclopedias, the phone book, you name it! She loves the way words sound, the way they look on the page and the amazing way they can be jumbled together in so many combinations to tell a story. Her love of reading and writing those words led her to a fifteen-year career in journalism as a newspaper reporter and editor. Through it all, she dreamed of writing the kind of stories she loved best. She sold her first book in 1995 and since then she’s published more than 40 titles. Her books have won many honors, including three RITA® Award nominations from the Romance Writers of America and a Career Achievement Award from RT Book Reviews magazine. RaeAnne finds inspiration in the rugged northern Utah mountains where she lives with her hero of a husband and their children. She loves to hear from readers and can be reached through her website at www.raeannethayne.com.


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Linda Lael Miller’s New York Times bestselling Brides of Bliss County series returns to Mustang Creek, Wyoming, just in time for the holidays with CHRISTMAS IN MUSTANG CREEK (Harlequin HQN, Hardcover, October 2015, $17.99 U.S).

Charlotte Morgan grew up in Mustang Creek, Wyoming, and couldn't wait to escape to the big city. But life in New York isn't as fabulous as she'd like to admit—she's lonely, doing a job she
doesn't love and dating too many frogs she meets online. There was one potential prince, though—Jaxon Locke, a veterinarian with definite possibilities—but his move to Idaho to fill in at his dad's vet practice ended things just as they were getting interesting. What Charlotte doesn't know is that he misses her, more than he expected…

Meanwhile, Charlotte's great-aunt Geneva—the woman who raised her—needs to enter an assisted-living facility. So, just before Christmas, Charlotte moves back home. When Jax catches wind of her move back West, he's determined to get to Wyoming and do whatever it
takes to win her back.

Christmas in Mustang Creek is a magical time in a magical place, not least because of a mysterious visitor named Mrs. Klozz. She knows that love is the greatest gift of all, and
she's ready to help out Santa by giving these two a push in the right direction! CHRISTMAS IN MUSTANG CREEK is available wherever books are sold, and at Harlequin.com.

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MORE PRAISE for LINDA LAEL MILLER:
"Linda Lael Miller creates vibrant characters and stories I defy you to forget."
—#1 New York Times bestselling author Debbie Macomber

"Miller has found a perfect niche with charming western romances and cowboys who
will set readers hearts aflutter. Funny and heartwarming, The Marriage Pact will
intrigue readers by the first few pages. Unforgettable characters with endless spunk
and desire make this a must-read." —RT Book Reviews

“Miller’s masterful ability to create living, breathing characters never flags....[The]
romance won’t disappoint.” —Publishers Weekly


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LINDA LAEL MILLER:

The daughter of a town marshal, Linda Lael Miller is a #1 New York Times and USA TODAY
bestselling author of more than one hundred historical and contemporary novels, most of which reflect her love of the West. Raised in Northport, Washington, the self-confessed barn goddess now lives in Spokane, Washington. Linda hit a career high in 2011 when all three of her Creed Cowboys books—A Creed in Stone Creek, Creed’s Honor and The Creed Legacy—debuted at #1 on the New York Times bestseller list.

Linda has come a long way since leaving Washington to experience the world. “But growing up in that time and place has served me well,” she allows. “And I’m happy to be back
home.” Dedicated to helping others, Linda personally finances her “Linda Lael Miller Scholarships for Women,” which she awards to those seeking to improve their lot in life through education.

More information about Linda and her novels is available at www.lindalaelmiller.com. She also
loves to hear from readers by mail at P.O. Box 19461, Spokane, WA 99219

Evergreen Springs by RaeAnne Thayne ~Haven Point #3 ~ REVIEW

A Christmas book by RaeAnne Thayne, allow me just a moment revel in my glory for a moment here. I love Christmas stories and RaeAnne Thayne is one of my very favorite authors. To say that I could not wait to read this book would be an extreme understatement. Evergreen Springs lived up to every glorious expectation that had. Of course I don't think I have ever been let down my a RaeAnne Thayne book. This talented lady knows how to write a small town romance story. 

I remembered Devin Shaw from the previous book in this series. I already had a small connection with her so it did not take long for me to form a bond with this strong, independent, intelligent, so kind hearted lady. She loves her job and takes her responsibility to heal very seriously. She is kind to her patients and takes time to listen to their problems whether they meet in her office, the hospital, or may be the grocery store. I loved that about Devin she knows everyone and cares for them all. 

Cole Barrett has a troubled past that weighs him down with heavy baggage. He loves his kids and I admired that quickly. He is doing his best to help his kids deal with a tremendous loss and they are all getting to know each other. Cole maybe just a tad bit, stubborn may be a good word. He's has a kind heart that shows with his and kids and his sister. He keeps to himself and does what needs to be done. 

Devin and her kind heart step in to help Cole with the kids. She's great with the kids and pretty darn good with Cole too. They have an instant attraction but they both try to fight it. There is plenty of drama as these two get to know each other and find deeper feelings than either of them anticipate being there. 

I love stories with kids because they add so much. Jazmyn is a sweet little girl that tends to put up a wall of harsh words and a "I don't care" attitude to deal with her loss and the changes in her life. Ty is the sweetest little boy. He opens his heart and trust to anyone that is kind to him. These two really do add a nice touch to the story line and certainly touched my heart. 

Ms. Thayne has written yet another perfect small town romance Christmas story in my book. She has the right mix of emotional issues, romance, friendships, family issues, and the unconditional love of families. There is drama and conflict. 

I love series because I get a chance to see all my "friends" from previous stories. It was great to "see" everyone in Haven Point and enjoy all the great events of the holiday season. This is a wonderful small town to "visit". Everyone is caring and kind to each other and strangers alike. They are there for each other when someone is in need. 

Evergreen Springs is the third book in the Haven Point Series. However I think it will stand alone just fine. I don't think you would feel like you were missing too many pieces if you start here. The whole series is wonderful though. If you love a great small town romance written with a lot of heart then you really should check out RaeAnne Thayne's books. She does a wonderful job of connecting me with the characters quickly and captivating my attention with a great storyline every time. 

I was given the opportunity to read this fabulous book so that I may share my thoughts with you. As always it has been my great pleasure to share my thoughts with you on Evergreen Springs. 

You may find more of my reviews on RaeAnne Thayne's work here.

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 Redemption Bay 

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Redemption Bay by RaeAnne Thayne ~ Haven Point ~ Review

RaeAnne Thayne is one of those fabulous authors that can write a book that captivates my attention from the first page to the last. I love small town romance series book and RaeAnne Thayne is one of the reasons why I love this type of books so much. She does a great job of writing new friends for me to meet and wonderful places that I can not wait to revisit.

Redemption Bay is another great read in the Haven Point series. If you are like me and fell in love with Ms. Thayne's Hope's Crossing series, you will catch a glimpse of those characters in this series. 

McKenzie Shaw is one of those strong independent ladies that I couldn't help but feel an instant connection with. This lady has the hopes, dreams, and troubles of the whole town of Haven Point on her shoulders. Thankfully she has a wonderful support system in the towns people, her friends, and her loving sister. McKenzie has not had an easy life. She has had a lot of trauma in her life and has made it through the tough times stronger and with a HUGE heart. 

Ben Kilpatrick is visiting his home town that holds horrible memories for him. Ben did not have an easy childhood. He has suffered tremendous loss and has the emotional scars to show it. He doesn't want anything to do with his home town. His boss and best friend has sent him on a mission to check out locations for a new company project. 

Ben doesn't receive the best reception when he arrives in town.  A lot of people have hard feelings that he shut down the town's main source of employment. A lot of things happened that Ben didn't know was happening and he is now suffering the wrath of the town for it. 

McKenzie is one of those who feels Ben should have done more for the town. However, the more time she spends with Ben the more she sees a soft, sweeter side to him. How could you not fall in love with this guy that loves dogs and has an unexpected ease around children? It seems that Ben has another side that a lot of people have not seen yet. McKenzie is surprised to see that there might be more then meets the eye to man she holds responsible for the hard times in Haven Point. 

Ben and McKenzie have a LOT of problems and obstacles they have to overcome if they have any chance of making a happily ever after happen. 

Overall, this is yet another fabulous small town romance story from the very talented RaeAnne Thayne. There is  drama, a lovely romance with bits of friction, and the wholesome small town friendships that are so enjoyable. The characters are charming, fascinating, and quite enjoyable to read about. 

Did you check out that beautiful cover? RaeAnne Thayne has some of the most beautiful covers I have ever seen. What is even better is that the story inside is just as lovely as the beautiful cover. It just doesn't get much better then that in my book. 

I can not wait to see who's story is next in this great series. I know I will be looking forward to visiting Haven Point again soon. 

I was given the opportunity to read this great story so that I may share my thoughts with you. As always it has been my great pleasure to share my thoughts with you on Redemption Bay.

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The Christmas Ranch by Raeanne Thayne ~ Review ~

As some of you may know I adore RaeAnne Thayne's work.  So when Ms. Thayne has a new release I get really excited and I can not wait to read it. When it's a Christmas story oh my goodness, I'm in my glory!

The Christmas Ranch is an awesome Christmas story that has a lot of emotions and Christmas spirit. I would LOVE to visit a place like the Christmas Ranch. 

Hope Nichols has spent years traveling the world because she is not quite sure where she belongs in the world. She suffered a traumatic event when she was a young girl that has an effect on her life. She has been through a lot and her family has recently suffered another tragedy. So she goes home to The Christmas Ranch to spend some time with her family. Her first interaction in town is an interesting one. Her second surprise isn't a pleasant one either. Her family plans to close The Christmas Ranch and not open for the holiday season. 

Hope takes on the challenge and gets the ranch ready for the holiday. She receives some unexpected help from Rafe Santiago and his nephew. Rafe has some things in his past to deal with as well. He has been through so much and now has his nephew to parent for a while. 

There are so many things I loved about this story. The first being The Christmas Ranch and the Christmas spirit that goes with it. The second is I love a story when the family is included. Both Hope and Rafe's families play a huge role in this storyline. The third thing is the little kids in this story. Oh my goodness they are all just adorable and certainly add a nice addition to the story. The fourth thing is the emotions of both Hope, Rafe, and Hope's whole family. They have so many emotions and drama to deal with. There is so much going on in this book that I could not flip the pages quick enough to see what was going to happen next. 

Overall I just loved this book. I felt like I really did get a chance to visit The Christmas Ranch. RaeAnne Thayne has done a fabulous job of describing such a beautiful Christmas location. 

I always enjoy Ms. Thayne's stories and I am anxiously awaiting the release of more of this series. I can't wait to see what she has in store for Hope's sisters. 

If you enjoy small town romance stories as much as I do then you are going to love this story. If you enjoy RaeAnne Thayne's work hurry, go grab your copy now because you will adore her latest release. If you enjoy a wonderful Christmas story then give this one a try. See you just can't lose there are so many things to love about this book.

I was given the wonderful opportunity to read this great story so that I may share my thoughts with you. As always it has been my great pleasure to share my thoughts with you on The Christmas Ranch. 

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Snow Angel Cove by RaeAnne Thayne ~ Haven Point Series ~ Review

I fell in love with RaeAnne Thayne's work with the first book in her Hope's Crossing Series and have not been able to get enough since. She quickly became one of my very favorite small town romance authors that writes to melt my heart. I am always so excited when I hear she has a new book coming out. Snow Angel Cove is the beginning of a fabulous new series and I can tell already it's going to be another one I am going to love. 

Have you ever had a bad day that just kept getting worse? That is the type of day Eliza Hayward is having when she arrives in Haven Point. She is greeting at the hotel of her new job by the fire department. There goes the new job. She and her adorable daughter need to put a new game plan together. So they head for a near by restaurant. As they are crossing the street Eliza is ran over by another new comer in town. This poor lady just can't seem to catch a break. Or maybe I should say thankfully in this case nothing is broken!

I found an instant bond with Eliza and felt her pain and she has to come up with a plan for her and her little daughter. Before she is able to stress too much the new guy in town steps up. Aidan Caine is a handsome computer guru that has just bought Snow Angel Cove in Haven Point. Some of us may remember Aidan's family from the Hope's Crossing Series. Aidan jumps in with a new job and a place to stay. 

I loved watching Eliza, Maddie (Eliza's daughter), and Aidan form a bond. Neither Eliza nor Aidan is looking for a relationship so when deep feelings find their way into their heart it takes them both by surprise. 

Maddie is an adorable addition to the storyline as well. How could I help but fall in love with this sweet little girl that has been through so much in her little life already. 

I loved this story and all the characters of Haven Point. I have to admit I can not wait to go back and visit again soon. I'm anxious to see who's story we will get the pleasure of reading next. I know it will be awesome because I have not yet meet a book by RaeAnne Thayne that I did not adore. 

As an added bonus a lot friends from Hope's Crossing make an appearance in this story. I always love catching up with old friends, so I really enjoyed that. 

If you are already a fan of RaeAnne Thayne's then you must pick up Snow Angel Cove right now. If you have not had the pleasure of reading this wonderful author's work then give this one a try. If you are a fan of small town romance stories you are going to love her work. She not only puts together a great town, with interesting characters, she also puts a lot of heart into a story. 

There are so many great things that I loved about this book. As some of you know I love Christmas stories so that is another plus. Also did you check out that beautiful cover? I love books with pretty covers and RaeAnne Thayne's are always so pretty!

I was given the opportunity to read this great story so that I may share my thoughts with you. As always it has been my great pleasure to share my thoughts with you on Snow Angel Cove. 

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Wild Iris Ridge by RaeAnne Thayne ~ Hope's Crossing ~ Review

I just finished reading Wild Iris Ridge by RaeAnne Thayne. I have read just about every book in this series and I have loved them all. I love small town romances and RaeAnne Thayne has a special way of writing them that I just adore! She never fails to reach out and touch my heart with a very emotional storyline. 

Lucy Drake has lost her job so she returns to the one place in the world she feels safe the Iris House. However the house not only holds good memories for her there are some sad ones as well. She has lost her cherished aunt and her cousin that was not only more like her sister but also her best friend.

Brendan Caine is raising his two adorable little children after losing his wife. He doesn't want or need the feelings he has when Lucy returns to town. However when ever she is around he can't seem to keep his hands to himself or his lips. I loved how these two are so drawn to each other even though they really don't want to be. 

Wild Iris Ridge is a wonderful story about two people that have both experienced great heartache. Lucy and Brendan have been through so much. They just be what they each need to heal. 

Lucy also gets an unexpected visitor, her sister Crystal comes to stay with her. Hope's Crossing, the Iris House, Lucy, and a new little friend are just what Crystal needs. She is a young teenage girl that is not getting the attention she needs at home so she has been acting out. Lucy has the time and the attention for Crystal, she has also been in Crystal's shoes before so she knows how the girl feels. I loved watching Crystal blossom under Lucy's loving care with the help of Brendan and his sweet children. This girl's attitude really makes a huge change while she is visiting Hope's Crossing. 

I don't want to tell you too much about the story but I will tell you that Lucy, Crystal, Brendan, Faith, and Carter find a couple of little surprises that really add a nice touch to the storyline.

I loved my visit to Hope's Crossing. This wonderful town is full of caring people that really reach out to do great things for one and other. I loved catching up with some of my favorite friends there and seeing what they have been up to since my last visit. 

I absolutely LOVE this series and I can not wait to see what RaeAnne Thayne comes up with for her next release. If you love small town romances like I do then you REALLY need to check out this series. I think you will enjoy them as much as I have. You don't need to start at the beginning of the series to enjoy each story, they are easy to read as a stand alone. However, each story is so great I think you would enjoy them all. 

One more thing that I must say about this book is I loved the cover. Ms. Thayne always has the most beautiful covers and I have loved each one. 

I received a copy of this awesome story so that I may share my thoughts with you. As always it has been my great pleasure to share my thoughts with you on Wild Iris Ridge.

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 Christmas in Snowflake Canyon

 Willowleaf Lane 

 Currant Creek Valley

 Sweet Laurel Falls

 Woodrose Mountain 

 Blackberry Summer