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Peakview, Colorado #2
Breakfast for Two
Contemporary romance writer, Jill Haymaker, brings you back to Peakview, Colorado, with her second book in the Peakview Series. Another story to capture the hearts of baby boomers and show that you are never to late to find that perfect love.
The tiny, mountain town of Peakview, Colorado, wouldn’t be the same without Violet’s Café, and its owner, Violet Woods. Widowed in her fifties, she leads a solitary life with only her cat Lucky to keep her warm at night. All thoughts of romance died with Stan. They had a wonderful, long happy marriage, and she’s content to live out the rest of her life with her memories.
Howard Crandall, Peakview’s only mechanic, is a confirmed bachelor and something of a hermit. When Stan died, he took it upon himself to look out for Violet. Over the years, they have become friends, but it isn’t until the past he has hid from for thirty year past suddenly catches up with him, that he opens up to the idea of finding love.
Is there a second chance for these two lonely souls?
The tiny, mountain town of Peakview, Colorado, wouldn’t be the same without Violet’s Café, and its owner, Violet Woods. Widowed in her fifties, she leads a solitary life with only her cat Lucky to keep her warm at night. All thoughts of romance died with Stan. They had a wonderful, long happy marriage, and she’s content to live out the rest of her life with her memories.
Howard Crandall, Peakview’s only mechanic, is a confirmed bachelor and something of a hermit. When Stan died, he took it upon himself to look out for Violet. Over the years, they have become friends, but it isn’t until the past he has hid from for thirty year past suddenly catches up with him, that he opens up to the idea of finding love.
Is there a second chance for these two lonely souls?
271 pages, Kindle Edition
First published September 15, 2015
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About the author
Jill Haymaker
45 books119 followersJill Haymaker writes contemporary romances centered in her home state of Colorado. After growing up in Indiana and Ohio, she moved to Colorado and feel in love with the beautiful mountains. She writes about adventurous women and the rugged cowboys they fall in love with. She currently has published 25 novels in her three series that take place in Peakview County, Colorado: The Peakview Series, The Aspen Ridge Series, and The Peaktop Dude Ranch Series. She is currently working on her new Montana Pines Series.
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November 23, 2017
Needs editing badly
The story is cute, if predictable. I like the characters. I'd enjoy the series a lot more if it had been properly edited. There are many instances of wrong words, missing words, extra words that make the sentence make no sense, and wrong tense used. There were also a few places where the wrong character name was used. The errors were glaring and frequent enough to detract from the story.
The story is cute, if predictable. I like the characters. I'd enjoy the series a lot more if it had been properly edited. There are many instances of wrong words, missing words, extra words that make the sentence make no sense, and wrong tense used. There were also a few places where the wrong character name was used. The errors were glaring and frequent enough to detract from the story.
January 20, 2016
Liked the story, it's about an older couple the man of which is a long time never -married bachelor so it was good to see him find love. The main reason I'm giving it a 3 is there are a lot of typos in the form of extra words.
November 7, 2016
Senior Love
This book is inspirational especially for single seniors. It's a refreshing reminder that love, romance can continue or be found in our later years. I'm glad to see more authors are focusing on active seniors. This series reminds me of Robyn Carr's Virgin River Valley series. If you enjoy that series, you should be pleased with this series as well.
This book is inspirational especially for single seniors. It's a refreshing reminder that love, romance can continue or be found in our later years. I'm glad to see more authors are focusing on active seniors. This series reminds me of Robyn Carr's Virgin River Valley series. If you enjoy that series, you should be pleased with this series as well.
May 23, 2016
Wonderful
All the ages of romance usually are 20's & 30's. As I'm older, I "make do" with them. But this sweet warm loving story made me feeling so good. Older women need to see love and sex isn't just for the young. And Jill Haymarker did this beautifully. Thank you.
All the ages of romance usually are 20's & 30's. As I'm older, I "make do" with them. But this sweet warm loving story made me feeling so good. Older women need to see love and sex isn't just for the young. And Jill Haymarker did this beautifully. Thank you.
September 8, 2016
Second chances
So nice to read a romance with mature leads and second chances in love and family. Most books nowadays have grown-up but immature characters that make you want to slap some sense into, but these leads actually act their age and care about people.
So nice to read a romance with mature leads and second chances in love and family. Most books nowadays have grown-up but immature characters that make you want to slap some sense into, but these leads actually act their age and care about people.
June 24, 2016
Nice sweet book
Nice, clean, sweet story. There are no surprises here, but you feel happy when reading this. A happy ending type of book.
Nice, clean, sweet story. There are no surprises here, but you feel happy when reading this. A happy ending type of book.
February 13, 2018
Reviewed at Romance Is Ageless
Age is just a number and love doesn’t pay all that much attention to that kind of pesky detail. Things are about to get interesting in the small mountain town of Peakview, Colorado. When a stranger and her teen age daughter wander into Violet’s Cafe looking for hot drinks and a certain mechanic no one knew what an important part these two would play for many residents.
Howard had been Violet’s late husband’s best friend. In the years since Stan’s death, Howard and Violet have become good friends. Howard always seems to be there for whatever Violet needs done around her property. Lately Violet has been seeing Howard with slightly different eyes. And Howard has always been in love with this strong, lovely lady. He simply felt that she needed a friend more than anything else. But it sure has been hard keeping those feelings at bay over the years. With this new awareness between them, someone’s going to have to make that first move. Or perhaps fate will intervene and change several lives at once.
Breakfast For Two is a slice of life kind of romance. Things happen, choices made, and often we have no clue of things that happened out of our sight. I enjoyed this story on several levels. Mainly it is about loving someone. Romantically, yes, certainly. But also discovering that family love is unique and welcomed late in life is another startling discovery. I think it’s easy to know what is coming within this story, but I also don’t want to give things away. So, I’ll simply say that this story has all the enjoyable aspects of small town living, and the joy of experiencing love… no matter your age. And a very good life lesson: never stop living until that last breath. You just never know what may be around the corner to change a life forever.
I own a Kindle edition of this story.
Age is just a number and love doesn’t pay all that much attention to that kind of pesky detail. Things are about to get interesting in the small mountain town of Peakview, Colorado. When a stranger and her teen age daughter wander into Violet’s Cafe looking for hot drinks and a certain mechanic no one knew what an important part these two would play for many residents.
Howard had been Violet’s late husband’s best friend. In the years since Stan’s death, Howard and Violet have become good friends. Howard always seems to be there for whatever Violet needs done around her property. Lately Violet has been seeing Howard with slightly different eyes. And Howard has always been in love with this strong, lovely lady. He simply felt that she needed a friend more than anything else. But it sure has been hard keeping those feelings at bay over the years. With this new awareness between them, someone’s going to have to make that first move. Or perhaps fate will intervene and change several lives at once.
Breakfast For Two is a slice of life kind of romance. Things happen, choices made, and often we have no clue of things that happened out of our sight. I enjoyed this story on several levels. Mainly it is about loving someone. Romantically, yes, certainly. But also discovering that family love is unique and welcomed late in life is another startling discovery. I think it’s easy to know what is coming within this story, but I also don’t want to give things away. So, I’ll simply say that this story has all the enjoyable aspects of small town living, and the joy of experiencing love… no matter your age. And a very good life lesson: never stop living until that last breath. You just never know what may be around the corner to change a life forever.
I own a Kindle edition of this story.
October 2, 2023
'Isn't life wonderful sometimes?'
I loved the second book in this series. Jill is an amazing author when it comes to these kinds of stories.
Here's an excerpt from this book:
'The four weeks since Howard proposed had flown by. Violet couldn't remember ever being so busy or excited. They'd picked today's date - June 22nd as their wedding day. Howard was such a gentleman the night of his proposal. He absolutely refused to take their physical relationship any further before the ink was dried on the marriage license .....she was flattered and touched by his concern for her reputation but at the same time wanted to get on with it. Mrs. Howard Crandell - she loved the sound of it.'
"What a beautiful day to start a new life!"
Check out the next book in this series: Colorado Cabin in the Pines (Peakview Series Book 3) Kindle Edition with Luke Walker and Penny Anderson. Come home to Peakview, Colorado where everyone has a chance at love. Enjoy and happy reading!
I loved the second book in this series. Jill is an amazing author when it comes to these kinds of stories.
Here's an excerpt from this book:
'The four weeks since Howard proposed had flown by. Violet couldn't remember ever being so busy or excited. They'd picked today's date - June 22nd as their wedding day. Howard was such a gentleman the night of his proposal. He absolutely refused to take their physical relationship any further before the ink was dried on the marriage license .....she was flattered and touched by his concern for her reputation but at the same time wanted to get on with it. Mrs. Howard Crandell - she loved the sound of it.'
"What a beautiful day to start a new life!"
Check out the next book in this series: Colorado Cabin in the Pines (Peakview Series Book 3) Kindle Edition with Luke Walker and Penny Anderson. Come home to Peakview, Colorado where everyone has a chance at love. Enjoy and happy reading!
February 26, 2024
Violet, a 60-something widow, runs the cafe in Peakview Colorado, a tiny town of only about 200 people. Howard, the mechanic, is her friend, whom she met through her late husband. One day, two young women come into town, and it quickly turns out they're related to Howard. Meanwhile, Howard and Violet are growing closer. Through all the ups and downs of normal life, will Howard and Violet get together? This was a nice story but lacked much dramatic tension. Violet didn't have much of a life beyond making coffee and baking/cooking/serving. And while I very much appreciate a romance about older adults, Howard and Violet sounded like they were in their 90s, not their sixties.
February 23, 2019
SECOND CHANCES AND A SWEET ROMANCE
A very cute and entertaining story about a widow and her husband's best friend who has helped her after her husband dies. They are both in their 50's and have a very comfortable friendly relationship. When a young woman and her daughter come to town he is surprised to learn that he is both a father and grandfather.
A very cute and entertaining story about a widow and her husband's best friend who has helped her after her husband dies. They are both in their 50's and have a very comfortable friendly relationship. When a young woman and her daughter come to town he is surprised to learn that he is both a father and grandfather.
January 10, 2020
Another great story of the folks that inhabit Peakville, Colorado.
This mature aged pair have been friends forever. He had helped her through the death of her husband, eight years ago.
Now, she was helping him with something he never dreamed off.
Plus, along the way, they realize the true feelings they have for each other.
A wonderful romantic tale, plus a story of community and love.
This mature aged pair have been friends forever. He had helped her through the death of her husband, eight years ago.
Now, she was helping him with something he never dreamed off.
Plus, along the way, they realize the true feelings they have for each other.
A wonderful romantic tale, plus a story of community and love.
February 15, 2023
Nice Story
This is a nice story about Violet, a widow, and Howard, a bachelor, both in their sixties. They've known each other for several years when a spark ignites between them. This book needs some editing. Missing words and mix-up of characters. Still, a good story overall.
This is a nice story about Violet, a widow, and Howard, a bachelor, both in their sixties. They've known each other for several years when a spark ignites between them. This book needs some editing. Missing words and mix-up of characters. Still, a good story overall.
October 7, 2017
Love this series, just wished I read it in order! this series is as mix of young love and "mature" love. Wonderful story lines and characters. I am so ready to find this little town and make t h e move!
November 27, 2017
Loved it
The Peakview series is wonderful. I enjoy getting to know the characters and picturing the town and the people. Each book can be read in any order and you will feel if you know everyone’s background and each love story is great.
The Peakview series is wonderful. I enjoy getting to know the characters and picturing the town and the people. Each book can be read in any order and you will feel if you know everyone’s background and each love story is great.
February 12, 2019
Breakfast for Two
Breakfast for Two is the second book in Jill Haymaker’s Peakview series. These books all take place in the little town of Peakview, Colorado. This book is mainly the love story of sixty somethings, Violet and Howard. Good book. I enjoyed it.
Breakfast for Two is the second book in Jill Haymaker’s Peakview series. These books all take place in the little town of Peakview, Colorado. This book is mainly the love story of sixty somethings, Violet and Howard. Good book. I enjoyed it.
August 30, 2020
Mature romance
Great story, realistic characters, marred somewhat by bad editing. Too often the name June was used when it should have been Violet. The story had women with both names, so the errors were off putting.
Great story, realistic characters, marred somewhat by bad editing. Too often the name June was used when it should have been Violet. The story had women with both names, so the errors were off putting.
September 11, 2020
Breakfast or Two
Violet ran the cafe she and her former husband started when they moved to Colorado. Howard owner the garage next door. He has been her husbands best friend and now looked after her.Melanie and her daughter Sophie arrived one night looking for Howard. Angreat
Violet ran the cafe she and her former husband started when they moved to Colorado. Howard owner the garage next door. He has been her husbands best friend and now looked after her.Melanie and her daughter Sophie arrived one night looking for Howard. Angreat
December 10, 2023
I’m 64, I’m not old
The story was fine but there were frequent mentions of the main characters being old or they’d refer to themselves as old. They were 64, not 94. I disagree with treating the characters like they didn’t have much time left on this earth
The story was fine but there were frequent mentions of the main characters being old or they’d refer to themselves as old. They were 64, not 94. I disagree with treating the characters like they didn’t have much time left on this earth
June 16, 2018
Good
This was a good story about an older couple coming together.It s!how's you are never to old to find love.It had romance,a little bit of suspemnce,& sadness.
This was a good story about an older couple coming together.It s!how's you are never to old to find love.It had romance,a little bit of suspemnce,& sadness.
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July 22, 2018Great book
Enjoyed this book.am looking forward to all the books in this series.Learning more about the characters and the town.An inspiration to my age group.
Enjoyed this book.am looking forward to all the books in this series.Learning more about the characters and the town.An inspiration to my age group.
May 12, 2019
Great story
Breakfast for Two tells the story of two senior citizens who find love in a quaint little mountain town in Colorado. Beautiful story but it definitely needed editing.
Breakfast for Two tells the story of two senior citizens who find love in a quaint little mountain town in Colorado. Beautiful story but it definitely needed editing.
October 20, 2019
A very sweet romance!
Once again the author has older couple's who are alone and
gives you a beautiful story as they manage to fall in love! Well written and sweet!
Once again the author has older couple's who are alone and
gives you a beautiful story as they manage to fall in love! Well written and sweet!
August 17, 2020
A nice light romance. Loved it!
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August 21, 2020Love this series
Each book is a stand alone story but characters show up in other stories as contributing personalities. All the stories are heartwarming.
Each book is a stand alone story but characters show up in other stories as contributing personalities. All the stories are heartwarming.
September 11, 2020
Great read
Relaxing good book. Just stumbled upon this author Jill Haymaker. I will continue reading her books on amazon. Recommend her books.
Relaxing good book. Just stumbled upon this author Jill Haymaker. I will continue reading her books on amazon. Recommend her books.
September 21, 2020
I want to find a town like Peakview and move there. Great story, very well written even though there were a few spots the editor missed. I am so happy to have stumbled onto this series.
January 13, 2021
I enjoyed the story. However, as a former English teacher, I found several grammatical errors which interrupted my reading.
January 22, 2021
Another great read by Haymaker. Read this one first in the series, then found the others and had to go back and read it a second time.
March 10, 2021
Good read
This is a very good light hearted romance. The characters are well developed and believable. The story building is well done. I really enjoyed reading it.
This is a very good light hearted romance. The characters are well developed and believable. The story building is well done. I really enjoyed reading it.
August 11, 2022
I enjoyed reading this romance. The story involved two adults who became friends and their friendship grew into love.
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