Title: Christmas at Hope Ranch
Author: Loretta C. Rogers
Genre: Contemporary Romance
Book Blurb:
Soured on Christmas and love, famed model Addison James returns to the only home she ever knew, Hope Ranch, a home for foster kids, to heal from a near-fatal accident and a broken heart. Falling in love again is not part of Addison’s plan—not until she meets cute and motherless six-year-old twins, and a handsome sheriff.
Sheriff Wade Grey’s philosophy for love is once burned is enough to last a lifetime. Friction sparks as he and Addison butt heads the first time they meet. Yet falling for her is so tempting.
As Christmas approaches, there appears to be hope for love with a generous sprinkle of surprises.
Excerpt:
Her head was spinning. This was not a sensation she enjoyed. “My heart was ripped to shreds by Rowan…he mangled my soul and then had the audacity to laugh. So, you’ll forgive me if I’ve closed the door on my trust department. I won’t be your latest fling.”
He snarled. “My latest…what the hell are you talking about?”
“Oh, don’t play coy, Wade, the other night when you kissed me you called me Gracie. She must be some deep, dark secret. Even Nell wouldn’t talk about her when I asked.”
When he didn’t answer, Addison arched a brow. “Whoever she is, I won’t compete with her, and I won’t let you use me to hurt her.” Her heart was knocking against her ribs.
Casually he lifted her hand to kiss the palm. “It’s not what you think, Addison.”
She harrumphed. “No, it never is.”
He stepped forward and she stepped back. The lines that bracketed his mouth might have been carved with a knife. “Things are a bit hectic especially with Friday being Freddie’s last day. I’ll be in touch.”
Her lips formed into a thin smile. She strode to the porch and up the steps. She turned back and watched the cruiser disappear down the long driveway.
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If money were no object, where would you go for a Spring Break vacation and why?
If money were no object, I would spend my Spring Break vacation on an American riverboat cruise down the Columbia and Snake Rivers. Not only would I have ample time to read but, to enjoy the breathtaking scenery of waterfalls and desert canyons without having to drive through traffic. And all the while, I would be gathering ideas for my next novels.
Why is your featured book a must-read this spring?
Christmas at Hope Ranch is a compelling story about over coming misfortune. It brings to life the importance of embracing family, even when you are adopted, and friendships. There is a passage in the story that says, “It’s not what’s under the Christmas tree that matters but, who is around it.”
Giveaway –
One lucky reader will win a $25 Amazon gift card.
Open internationally.
Runs April 1 – 30, 2024
Drawing will be held on May 1, 2024.
Author Biography:
Loretta C. Rogers is a fourth generation Floridian. An avid genealogist, she discovered that one of her ancestors is Ragnar Lothbrok, a Viking king. When not writing she enjoys working crossword puzzles, reading, and traveling.
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