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The Women of Merryton #3
Rachel Laine
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Rachel Whitney’s life changed forever when Drew, the son of her twin sister, Sydney, was placed in her arms—and there he stayed. At twenty-two, she had no idea what she was doing, but in that moment, she knew that raising Drew was what she was meant to do with her life.
Fiercely independent, Rachel makes her own way managing her family's insurance agency. Decidedly against introducing any men into her life, or Drew’s, she protects her heart against all romantic entanglements. But what she didn’t count on was a letter from her sister that leads a famous secret to her door eight years after her sister’s death. A secret with the same eyes as her son’s.
Desperate not to get the courts involved, Rachel allows Drew’s previously unknown father, Andrew Turner, into their lives, and to her surprise, little by little into her heart. But for Rachel, taking that step could open her family to a firestorm of media attention that not even Merryton can protect them from. Is love worth the risk? Or will Andrew's fame and ambition ruin their chances?
Rachel Whitney’s life changed forever when Drew, the son of her twin sister, Sydney, was placed in her arms—and there he stayed. At twenty-two, she had no idea what she was doing, but in that moment, she knew that raising Drew was what she was meant to do with her life.
Fiercely independent, Rachel makes her own way managing her family's insurance agency. Decidedly against introducing any men into her life, or Drew’s, she protects her heart against all romantic entanglements. But what she didn’t count on was a letter from her sister that leads a famous secret to her door eight years after her sister’s death. A secret with the same eyes as her son’s.
Desperate not to get the courts involved, Rachel allows Drew’s previously unknown father, Andrew Turner, into their lives, and to her surprise, little by little into her heart. But for Rachel, taking that step could open her family to a firestorm of media attention that not even Merryton can protect them from. Is love worth the risk? Or will Andrew's fame and ambition ruin their chances?
342 pages, Kindle Edition
First published July 1, 2016
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Jennifer Peel
63 books1,385 followersJennifer Peel is the mother of three amazing kiddos. Wife to her one and only for the past twenty-two years. Lover of late night talks, beach vacations, the mountains, pink bubble gum ice cream, tours of model homes, and southern living. She can frequently be found with her laptop on, fingers typing away, indulging in chocolate milk, and writing out the stories that are constantly swirling through her head.
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December 29, 2016
Kindle freebie romance time again! (sorry, that sale has now sailed) Jennifer Peel's clean contemporary romances have been popping up as freebies lately,* and I've been popping them down like so much Christmas chocolate. Of which, BTW, there is still way too much around our house. Anyway. This is probably my favorite of the Jennifer Peel romances I've read.
Rachel Laine Whitney is the adoptive mother of 8 year old Drew, the son of her twin sister, Sydney, who died in childbirth. He's a great kid and she loves him to pieces. One day her life is turned upside down when a retired pro baseball pitcher, Andrew Turner, suddenly shows up in her office. It turns out that Sydney had left him a letter when she was pregnant, telling him to contact Rachel if he ever wanted to find her again. Andrew ignored it because he thought she was a lying sports groupie, but he hung onto the letter. Now he's retired from baseball and thinking about running for a political office, and he figures he'd better look into this potential firebomb.
Rachel (an independent type of gal; I liked her) tells Andrew yes, he's almost certainly the father: the resemblance to his son is noteworthy. But she's got no need for his money, no interest in making waves for his career, and would much prefer that Andrew just get lost again. Andrew, despite being a very self-assured and good-looking person, is a pretty good guy at heart. Despite the danger to his wished-for political career, he wants to meet Drew and get to know him, before breaking the news that he's Drew's father. But Andrew thinks he can have his cake (get to know his son) and eat it too (keep the news from becoming public until he's elected to office). Rachel is resistant to that approach, but it's tough when she's starting to become attracted to Andrew.
This one has solid, flawed but likeable characters, and a storyline that grabbed me. Recommended for clean romance lovers!
*The nice ladies in the "Happily Ever After" GR group have a very useful thread right here where people post Kindle freebie and cheapie clean romances. If you're interested in these kinds of reads, it's definitely worth tracking this thread.
Rachel Laine Whitney is the adoptive mother of 8 year old Drew, the son of her twin sister, Sydney, who died in childbirth. He's a great kid and she loves him to pieces. One day her life is turned upside down when a retired pro baseball pitcher, Andrew Turner, suddenly shows up in her office. It turns out that Sydney had left him a letter when she was pregnant, telling him to contact Rachel if he ever wanted to find her again. Andrew ignored it because he thought she was a lying sports groupie, but he hung onto the letter. Now he's retired from baseball and thinking about running for a political office, and he figures he'd better look into this potential firebomb.
Rachel (an independent type of gal; I liked her) tells Andrew yes, he's almost certainly the father: the resemblance to his son is noteworthy. But she's got no need for his money, no interest in making waves for his career, and would much prefer that Andrew just get lost again. Andrew, despite being a very self-assured and good-looking person, is a pretty good guy at heart. Despite the danger to his wished-for political career, he wants to meet Drew and get to know him, before breaking the news that he's Drew's father. But Andrew thinks he can have his cake (get to know his son) and eat it too (keep the news from becoming public until he's elected to office). Rachel is resistant to that approach, but it's tough when she's starting to become attracted to Andrew.
This one has solid, flawed but likeable characters, and a storyline that grabbed me. Recommended for clean romance lovers!
*The nice ladies in the "Happily Ever After" GR group have a very useful thread right here where people post Kindle freebie and cheapie clean romances. If you're interested in these kinds of reads, it's definitely worth tracking this thread.
September 6, 2016
While an adequate romance with an interesting premise, there's nothing really to set this apart. The worst aspect is that it's the third in a series and that shows with characters showing up as idealized couples and obviously happy relationships I'm obviously supposed to care about. I never came across the first book, but I dnf'd the second when I just couldn't take the setup (I may get around to ranting on that one later, but no promises). So I can't really recommend starting here and I'd suggest not bothering with at least one of the two predecessors.
This story on its own merits has two problems. Unfortunately, they're the main characters. Rachel is way over-idealized as a single mom. She has everything handled and all without leaning on anybody else. She has a nepotistic job so she can work school hours and still have a house and all the trappings and still supervise homework and sports and play activities and touching little mother-son rituals. Unfortunately, it's like Peel consulted a childcare specialist before writing any reaction or interaction for Rachel and Drew. What should you do if a trusted adult (obviously male) gives your son a pocketknife? You can't just take it away, right? Well, first, make sure they agree to only use it in the active supervision of an adult. And get the supervising adult to buy into that contract and encourage compliance. Oh, and don't forget to lock it up when he isn't using it...
It doesn't help, of course, that I couldn't see what would draw the two together. Andrew is kind of immature and while we're told he's charming, we never see that at work on the page. Most of what he does with Rachel made me want to smack him. Yeah, he's kind of an ideal dad (the same way Rachel is an ideal mom, really), but as a potential partner, I don't see the draw. I particularly don't see what he does for Rachel. What does he have that she needs? How does he make her a better person?
In the end, I was in this for the situation more than the characters as they actually played out. Peel is good enough that the pace and setting were evocative. And for all I found the main characters bland, it wasn't so bad that I was disengaged. Peel has a unique story and I enjoyed considering the ramifications of raising the son of your twin and the famous man she'd been with. Peel hit those notes very well, and maybe that was enabled by having the bland characters around it...
This story on its own merits has two problems. Unfortunately, they're the main characters. Rachel is way over-idealized as a single mom. She has everything handled and all without leaning on anybody else. She has a nepotistic job so she can work school hours and still have a house and all the trappings and still supervise homework and sports and play activities and touching little mother-son rituals. Unfortunately, it's like Peel consulted a childcare specialist before writing any reaction or interaction for Rachel and Drew. What should you do if a trusted adult (obviously male) gives your son a pocketknife? You can't just take it away, right? Well, first, make sure they agree to only use it in the active supervision of an adult. And get the supervising adult to buy into that contract and encourage compliance. Oh, and don't forget to lock it up when he isn't using it...
It doesn't help, of course, that I couldn't see what would draw the two together. Andrew is kind of immature and while we're told he's charming, we never see that at work on the page. Most of what he does with Rachel made me want to smack him. Yeah, he's kind of an ideal dad (the same way Rachel is an ideal mom, really), but as a potential partner, I don't see the draw. I particularly don't see what he does for Rachel. What does he have that she needs? How does he make her a better person?
In the end, I was in this for the situation more than the characters as they actually played out. Peel is good enough that the pace and setting were evocative. And for all I found the main characters bland, it wasn't so bad that I was disengaged. Peel has a unique story and I enjoyed considering the ramifications of raising the son of your twin and the famous man she'd been with. Peel hit those notes very well, and maybe that was enabled by having the bland characters around it...
February 13, 2017
Yay!
This was a fun read. I really enjoyed it, kept me up way too late reading. Which is always a good thing.
This definitely has a complicated plot. Rachel Laine adopted her twin sisters son after she died in childbirth, raising him as her own. For the past eight years Rachel Laine has done everything for her son, they are extremely close. Her world is turned upside down when Drew's father, the famous baseball star Andrew Turner, suddenly shows up. Andrew is wanting to kick off his political career and plans on running for office, before he does he is looking to tie-up any loose ends and wants to find out if Drew is really his son. His main goal is to get elected and didn't plan on falling so hard or so fast for the beautiful Rachel Laine and his adorable son Drew.
I love how Ms. Peel always has unique plots and interesting problems her characters have to work through. Definitely keeps you invested and wanting to know how things are going to turn out. This is probably one of my favorites of her books. I really enjoyed Rachel Laine, Andrew and Drew. I enjoyed their story and thought their relationship was believable and their problems very realistic. Rachel isn't awed by Andrew's celebrity and isn't afraid to put him in his place. I wanted to shake some sense into Andrew quite a few times, but his mistakes seemed realistic and true to character. I thought it was well written and the characters were well developed.
This is part of a series, but stands well on its own. You don't have to read them in order, which is always nice (my favorite kind of series are like this, where they're set in the same town with overlapping characters, but stand on their own.) Overall, this was a fun read. Lots of chemistry and romance, I loved the small-town charm and supporting characters. This is one I would read again!
Content:
Romance: Clean, some kissing. Some talk of Sydney (Drew's birth mom) sleeping around, etc
Language: None (might have been one curse word??)
Violence: None
Religious: None
Source: Kindle Unlimited
This was a fun read. I really enjoyed it, kept me up way too late reading. Which is always a good thing.
This definitely has a complicated plot. Rachel Laine adopted her twin sisters son after she died in childbirth, raising him as her own. For the past eight years Rachel Laine has done everything for her son, they are extremely close. Her world is turned upside down when Drew's father, the famous baseball star Andrew Turner, suddenly shows up. Andrew is wanting to kick off his political career and plans on running for office, before he does he is looking to tie-up any loose ends and wants to find out if Drew is really his son. His main goal is to get elected and didn't plan on falling so hard or so fast for the beautiful Rachel Laine and his adorable son Drew.
I love how Ms. Peel always has unique plots and interesting problems her characters have to work through. Definitely keeps you invested and wanting to know how things are going to turn out. This is probably one of my favorites of her books. I really enjoyed Rachel Laine, Andrew and Drew. I enjoyed their story and thought their relationship was believable and their problems very realistic. Rachel isn't awed by Andrew's celebrity and isn't afraid to put him in his place. I wanted to shake some sense into Andrew quite a few times, but his mistakes seemed realistic and true to character. I thought it was well written and the characters were well developed.
This is part of a series, but stands well on its own. You don't have to read them in order, which is always nice (my favorite kind of series are like this, where they're set in the same town with overlapping characters, but stand on their own.) Overall, this was a fun read. Lots of chemistry and romance, I loved the small-town charm and supporting characters. This is one I would read again!
Content:
Romance: Clean, some kissing. Some talk of Sydney (Drew's birth mom) sleeping around, etc
Language: None (might have been one curse word??)
Violence: None
Religious: None
Source: Kindle Unlimited
January 25, 2025
5+ Stars!
Rachel Laine became a mom at the age of 22 when her identical twin sister passed away during childbirth. From the moment little Drew was placed in her arms, she knew that being his mom was what she was meant to do with her life. She knew that she would do anything and everything for that little guy. Being fiercely independent, she was determined to provide the best life she could for him on her own. But all her efforts to stay independent and single until Drew is grown goes right out the window the moment Andrew steps into her office looking for her sister Sydney.
Andrew is a retired baseball player who wants to follow in his father's political footsteps and run for his old seat as a District Representative in CO. But before he can announce his candidacy, he needs to know if something that happened in the past is true. He needs to know if he had fathered a child a little over eight years ago. Determined to do the right thing, he heads to Merryton, CO in search of answers. Andrew never expected that his life would be turned upside down the moment his steps into Rachel Laine's office and discovers that he is indeed a father.
Decisions are made, and against Rachel's better judgement, she allows Andrew to be part of Drew's life as a "friend". There is just too much at stake for all involved if word gets out about Drew's paternity. Rachel hates lying to anyone, especially Drew, but she will play nice for her son's sake. Even though Andrew has sworn he never would, Rachel doesn't want to give him any reason to think about taking Drew away from her. But the more time they spend together, the more drawn to each other they become and the more they are in need of not only protecting Drew, but protecting themselves and their hearts as well.
Tragedy strikes and when Rachel needs him the most, Andrew makes a wrong decision. Feeling brokenhearted and rejected, Rachel builds up the walls around her heart. She will allow Andrew to be apart of Drew's life but she will not let him into her heart again. Andrew regrets making the choice that he did and will do anything to make it up to Rachel. Can he gain her forgiveness so they can finally move forward to become a family? Or will it be too little, too late?
I just have to tell you the feels are real people! I laughed, I cried, I growled in frustration, I wanted to throw my kindle across the room, I let out little dreamy sighs, I fell in love with Merryton all over again! And little Drew was absolutely adorable! Such a well behaved, fun, loving kid! I loved watching his and Andrew's relationship develop. You can see how much they both loved each other and needed each other in their lives.
Rachel Laine is my new favorite book in this series! I absolutely LOVED it! Jennifer really does have a way of sucking me in and not letting me go until the journey is over. I didn't even want to sleep until I finished reading this book. But alas, after my kindle hit me in the face for the third time, I decided it was time for bed. BUT I woke up extra early the next day so I could finish! Hehe. I am loving this series! I can't wait for Cheyenne's book! :)
And check out this casting! I am seriously in love with these two! <3
Rachel Laine became a mom at the age of 22 when her identical twin sister passed away during childbirth. From the moment little Drew was placed in her arms, she knew that being his mom was what she was meant to do with her life. She knew that she would do anything and everything for that little guy. Being fiercely independent, she was determined to provide the best life she could for him on her own. But all her efforts to stay independent and single until Drew is grown goes right out the window the moment Andrew steps into her office looking for her sister Sydney.
Andrew is a retired baseball player who wants to follow in his father's political footsteps and run for his old seat as a District Representative in CO. But before he can announce his candidacy, he needs to know if something that happened in the past is true. He needs to know if he had fathered a child a little over eight years ago. Determined to do the right thing, he heads to Merryton, CO in search of answers. Andrew never expected that his life would be turned upside down the moment his steps into Rachel Laine's office and discovers that he is indeed a father.
Decisions are made, and against Rachel's better judgement, she allows Andrew to be part of Drew's life as a "friend". There is just too much at stake for all involved if word gets out about Drew's paternity. Rachel hates lying to anyone, especially Drew, but she will play nice for her son's sake. Even though Andrew has sworn he never would, Rachel doesn't want to give him any reason to think about taking Drew away from her. But the more time they spend together, the more drawn to each other they become and the more they are in need of not only protecting Drew, but protecting themselves and their hearts as well.
Tragedy strikes and when Rachel needs him the most, Andrew makes a wrong decision. Feeling brokenhearted and rejected, Rachel builds up the walls around her heart. She will allow Andrew to be apart of Drew's life but she will not let him into her heart again. Andrew regrets making the choice that he did and will do anything to make it up to Rachel. Can he gain her forgiveness so they can finally move forward to become a family? Or will it be too little, too late?
I just have to tell you the feels are real people! I laughed, I cried, I growled in frustration, I wanted to throw my kindle across the room, I let out little dreamy sighs, I fell in love with Merryton all over again! And little Drew was absolutely adorable! Such a well behaved, fun, loving kid! I loved watching his and Andrew's relationship develop. You can see how much they both loved each other and needed each other in their lives.
Rachel Laine is my new favorite book in this series! I absolutely LOVED it! Jennifer really does have a way of sucking me in and not letting me go until the journey is over. I didn't even want to sleep until I finished reading this book. But alas, after my kindle hit me in the face for the third time, I decided it was time for bed. BUT I woke up extra early the next day so I could finish! Hehe. I am loving this series! I can't wait for Cheyenne's book! :)
And check out this casting! I am seriously in love with these two! <3
September 6, 2016
Thoroughly enjoyed!! I love this series. Seriously one of my favorites!
Content: Clean (mild innuendo)
Source: ARC ebook
Content: Clean (mild innuendo)
Source: ARC ebook
July 11, 2016
I think I keep saying this, but this one has got to be my favorite book of Ms. Peel's so far! Rachel's twin sister died in childbirth, leaving her to raise her son, Drew. Her plan to raise him without a man in her life is derailed when the birth father shows up--Andrew, a former MLB player.
Rachel is independent, snarky, and blunt. She says it like it is and almost seems to thrive on putting Andrew in his place. This amusing banter kept a smile on my face and Andrew's reactions to Rachel completely warmed my heart. At first, he's very cocky, but he totally grew on me. His outlook on life is amazing, although he does confuse his priorities a little. Drew is the sweetest, most charming little guy ever!
A book that pulls me in from the start and won't let me up for air until it's finished is a winner in my eyes, I couldn't get enough of these characters and their lives. I want to pick up and move to Merryton right away. Small towns can be tough to escape the fishbowl feeling, but when it really counts, these people are like family and will go to great lengths to protect one of their own.
This book is part of a series, but can stand alone. I love getting to know each of these women and their stories better. Everyone has a story, right? I can't wait for more!
Content: mild romance (a few steamy clean kisses, talk of a past intimate relationship, with vague details, some innuendo); mild language. Clean for an older reader.
*I received a copy in exchange for an honest review*
Rachel is independent, snarky, and blunt. She says it like it is and almost seems to thrive on putting Andrew in his place. This amusing banter kept a smile on my face and Andrew's reactions to Rachel completely warmed my heart. At first, he's very cocky, but he totally grew on me. His outlook on life is amazing, although he does confuse his priorities a little. Drew is the sweetest, most charming little guy ever!
A book that pulls me in from the start and won't let me up for air until it's finished is a winner in my eyes, I couldn't get enough of these characters and their lives. I want to pick up and move to Merryton right away. Small towns can be tough to escape the fishbowl feeling, but when it really counts, these people are like family and will go to great lengths to protect one of their own.
This book is part of a series, but can stand alone. I love getting to know each of these women and their stories better. Everyone has a story, right? I can't wait for more!
Content: mild romance (a few steamy clean kisses, talk of a past intimate relationship, with vague details, some innuendo); mild language. Clean for an older reader.
*I received a copy in exchange for an honest review*
July 11, 2016
I'm pretty sure that the word love is going to be severely overused in this review. I sincerely apologize ahead of time.
Happy Release Day to Rachel Laine!!!
LOVE! :)
Here's my LOVE list.
1. Jennifer Peel- seriously one of my favorite authors. I met Jennifer a couple months ago where I scored a stack of her books, all autographed because she is generously awesome that way. I haven't met a Jennifer Peel book I haven't loved. Now they are gracing my bookshelf in full glory. I LOVE that. If you haven't read any books by Jennifer Peel, well, what are you waiting for?! It's time!
2. This Series- one of my favorites. You don't have to read these book in any order, but it will just give you more perspective into the secondary characters if you do. You can easily start with this book and be perfectly happy.
3. This Book- LOVE! The thing about Jennifer Peel is that she knows how to write characters that you feel like you know. By the end of the book I feel like those characters are mine. I know them, I love them. I have been there every step of their journey and it feels like it's been my journey too.
4. These Characters!- Rachel is so fierce when it comes to loving and protecting Drew but she is also generous and kind. She wants what is best for her son and she puts aside her feelings to give him that. Rachel gives more to Andrew than I probably would have. Drew is energetic and cute. He is a great addition to this book and really makes the scenes come alive. I didn't love Andrew right away but he grew on me right along with Rachel and Drew.
5. The Ending- I love when I come to the end of a great, romantic book and my heart gives a contented sigh. It just feels good.
Content: Clean
I received a copy of this book in exchange for my honest review.
Happy Release Day to Rachel Laine!!!
LOVE! :)
Here's my LOVE list.
1. Jennifer Peel- seriously one of my favorite authors. I met Jennifer a couple months ago where I scored a stack of her books, all autographed because she is generously awesome that way. I haven't met a Jennifer Peel book I haven't loved. Now they are gracing my bookshelf in full glory. I LOVE that. If you haven't read any books by Jennifer Peel, well, what are you waiting for?! It's time!
2. This Series- one of my favorites. You don't have to read these book in any order, but it will just give you more perspective into the secondary characters if you do. You can easily start with this book and be perfectly happy.
3. This Book- LOVE! The thing about Jennifer Peel is that she knows how to write characters that you feel like you know. By the end of the book I feel like those characters are mine. I know them, I love them. I have been there every step of their journey and it feels like it's been my journey too.
4. These Characters!- Rachel is so fierce when it comes to loving and protecting Drew but she is also generous and kind. She wants what is best for her son and she puts aside her feelings to give him that. Rachel gives more to Andrew than I probably would have. Drew is energetic and cute. He is a great addition to this book and really makes the scenes come alive. I didn't love Andrew right away but he grew on me right along with Rachel and Drew.
5. The Ending- I love when I come to the end of a great, romantic book and my heart gives a contented sigh. It just feels good.
Content: Clean
I received a copy of this book in exchange for my honest review.
February 3, 2017
I fall more in love with these Merryton women with each book I read in this series! While this book could be a standalone, you will want to read the other books in this series to get the back stories of some of the people in town!
Rachel Laine lives a nice quiet life in Merryton with her adopted son, Drew. But her life is about to get turned upside down by Andrew Turner. THE Andrew Turner -- the retired all-star pitcher who has been named Denver's most eligible bachelor a few times. Their first meeting didn't go well on so many levels - Rachel didn't know until this meeting that Andrew was Drew's biological father, and she would like for him to disappear. Rachel thinks Andrew is terribly arrogant, but she has to play nice so he doesn't sue her for custody.
The more time Andrew spends with Drew, the more he loves being a father... and the more he is falling in love with Rachel. While he isn't afraid to show his feelings for Rachel in private, he needs to keep their relationship and his relationship to Drew a secret while he is running for State Representative. Andrew was easy to like - he exudes confidence and he makes big mistakes, but he owns up to his mistakes and works hard to make it right. By trying to have it all, Andrew almost risks losing it all and when it comes down to it, it isn't really hard for him to choose what's most important to him.
It was fun seeing Easton, Taylor, and Jessie and their growing families back in this book. I always feel like I'm visiting old friends when I read a Merryton book -- and I'm so excited that Cheyenne is going to get her own story! It was fun to get a sneak peek into what comes next for her...
Rating: 5 stars
Content: Clean
Source: Advanced Reader Copy (Opinion is 100% my own)
Rachel Laine lives a nice quiet life in Merryton with her adopted son, Drew. But her life is about to get turned upside down by Andrew Turner. THE Andrew Turner -- the retired all-star pitcher who has been named Denver's most eligible bachelor a few times. Their first meeting didn't go well on so many levels - Rachel didn't know until this meeting that Andrew was Drew's biological father, and she would like for him to disappear. Rachel thinks Andrew is terribly arrogant, but she has to play nice so he doesn't sue her for custody.
The more time Andrew spends with Drew, the more he loves being a father... and the more he is falling in love with Rachel. While he isn't afraid to show his feelings for Rachel in private, he needs to keep their relationship and his relationship to Drew a secret while he is running for State Representative. Andrew was easy to like - he exudes confidence and he makes big mistakes, but he owns up to his mistakes and works hard to make it right. By trying to have it all, Andrew almost risks losing it all and when it comes down to it, it isn't really hard for him to choose what's most important to him.
It was fun seeing Easton, Taylor, and Jessie and their growing families back in this book. I always feel like I'm visiting old friends when I read a Merryton book -- and I'm so excited that Cheyenne is going to get her own story! It was fun to get a sneak peek into what comes next for her...
Rating: 5 stars
Content: Clean
Source: Advanced Reader Copy (Opinion is 100% my own)
July 15, 2016
4.5...I think this one might be my favorite in the series so far!
Rachel lost her twin sister to childbirth, so Rachel became the mother of her sister's son, Drew. Our story begins with Rachel getting an unexpected visitor in the form of her son's father--who did not know for sure that he was a father. As the story unfolds, protection of Drew immediately sets in for Rachel, but as time passes, sparks start to fly, trust is formed and love begins to bloom. Rachel and Andrew's story was a sweet, enjoyable one to read!
My only beef (which is why it's a 4.5), is that when Andrew acted like Drew's surgery was not a big deal, it totally rubbed me the wrong way, and didn't seem consistent with his character. I know he was running for office and that was super important, but I couldn't see him not saying "I'll be right there, screw the election." Or something along those lines. ;)
But the ending was romantic, sweet, and worth the wait. :) And that epilogue...happy sigh. :)
This is another Peel hit for sure!! Love her books and I hope they keep coming!
Rachel lost her twin sister to childbirth, so Rachel became the mother of her sister's son, Drew. Our story begins with Rachel getting an unexpected visitor in the form of her son's father--who did not know for sure that he was a father. As the story unfolds, protection of Drew immediately sets in for Rachel, but as time passes, sparks start to fly, trust is formed and love begins to bloom. Rachel and Andrew's story was a sweet, enjoyable one to read!
My only beef (which is why it's a 4.5), is that when Andrew acted like Drew's surgery was not a big deal, it totally rubbed me the wrong way, and didn't seem consistent with his character. I know he was running for office and that was super important, but I couldn't see him not saying "I'll be right there, screw the election." Or something along those lines. ;)
But the ending was romantic, sweet, and worth the wait. :) And that epilogue...happy sigh. :)
This is another Peel hit for sure!! Love her books and I hope they keep coming!
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
July 12, 2016
My Favorite Book this Summer
After her sister Sydney dies in childbirth, Rachel adopts and raises her baby boy, Drew. She's never known anything about Drew's father, but several years later, Andrew Turner walks through her door, asking for her sister, and she knows.
I can't say enough good things about this book! First, Jennifer Peel is amazing at writing real characters, who you feel like you know, and are friends with. I loved the town of Merryton. They might be a gossipy bunch, but they also have your back. I loved seeing that in this book. I am very pleased to have read two other books set in this town, and that there will be more. While Rachel Laine is part of a series, each book can be read independently. Rachel was a strong character, and a great mother. It was obvious how much she loved her son, Drew, who was adorable. Andrew Turner was also great! He might have been slow to believe that he had a son, but once they did reunite, he put in the effort. I loved Andrew for his playful side. He was funny, flirty, and charismatic. Rachel was a bit on the serious side, so she and Andrew balanced each other perfectly.
If you like clean romances, Rachel Laine is a must read! You will fall in love with the characters, and the town. Then, like me, you will be anxiously awaiting an opportunity to travel to Merryton again!
Content: clean (some kissing)
Disclosure: I received a free copy of this book, in exchange for an honest review.
After her sister Sydney dies in childbirth, Rachel adopts and raises her baby boy, Drew. She's never known anything about Drew's father, but several years later, Andrew Turner walks through her door, asking for her sister, and she knows.
I can't say enough good things about this book! First, Jennifer Peel is amazing at writing real characters, who you feel like you know, and are friends with. I loved the town of Merryton. They might be a gossipy bunch, but they also have your back. I loved seeing that in this book. I am very pleased to have read two other books set in this town, and that there will be more. While Rachel Laine is part of a series, each book can be read independently. Rachel was a strong character, and a great mother. It was obvious how much she loved her son, Drew, who was adorable. Andrew Turner was also great! He might have been slow to believe that he had a son, but once they did reunite, he put in the effort. I loved Andrew for his playful side. He was funny, flirty, and charismatic. Rachel was a bit on the serious side, so she and Andrew balanced each other perfectly.
If you like clean romances, Rachel Laine is a must read! You will fall in love with the characters, and the town. Then, like me, you will be anxiously awaiting an opportunity to travel to Merryton again!
Content: clean (some kissing)
Disclosure: I received a free copy of this book, in exchange for an honest review.
September 8, 2016
This story had all the things I love about a Jennifer Peel novel- great characters, plenty of emotion and angst, and a strong sense of community and friendship. The story starts with Andrew's arrival into Rachel and Drew's life, and while the situation of a dad suddenly invading a single mom's realm is one I've read in several books, the twist of Rachel being the twin sister and aunt-turned-mom increased the tension and complications. The author really delves into the myriad of emotions that Rachel experiences, and I think the first person POV helps the reader connect to what she's feeling. I had a hard time enjoying Andrew's character; I think I connected a little too well with Rachel's initial feelings of mistrust and anger, and when she warmed up to him, I was still giving him a hard time in my mind, especially with the decisions he was making in regards to their converging lives. He's charming and funny, and their romantic moments are swoony, but it's the way that Rachel continues to keep him on his toes that makes their relationship lively. She is 100% the advocate for Drew's happiness and well-being, and doesn't hesitate to remind Andrew of it. The pacing slowed a little for me partway through when Rachel's' thoughts got a little repetitive, but I didn't have to wait too long for another twist to make the plot surge forward. I'd recommend this book to all fans of clean contemporary romance!
(Thank you to the author for a copy of the book in exchange for my honest review)
(Thank you to the author for a copy of the book in exchange for my honest review)
February 13, 2017
3.5 I'm going against the grain with all my other goodreads friends. This wasn't my favorite Peel book.
Mild spoilers: I guess I couldn't get past the fact that he had been involved with her sister, well, a one night stand pretty much, that would be a deal breaker for me I think. Even if Andrew is so charming. After the initial distaste wore off it didn't seem to bother Rachel at all. Andrew was quite the character - barging in where he wasn't wanted. Getting on her nerves and getting into her heart and brain. And I'm not sure if it was just my mood, but it could have been a little shorter. Seemed to drag on a tad at the end. And during the campaign wanted to slap Andrew a few times.
Moral Note: I wouldn't say it was clean, but it wasn't detailed stuff. Some passionate kisses/make-out sessions on couches. Lots of innuendos (cold showers, what are you wearing, stuff like that) And of course the whole premise of the book: Rachel is raising her sister's son who had a one night stand with the other main character Andrew. Her sister wasn't the best at moral behavior, and I guess that was the root of why I didn't like it, my beliefs had me cringing a lot. No language. No violence.
Mild spoilers: I guess I couldn't get past the fact that he had been involved with her sister, well, a one night stand pretty much, that would be a deal breaker for me I think. Even if Andrew is so charming. After the initial distaste wore off it didn't seem to bother Rachel at all. Andrew was quite the character - barging in where he wasn't wanted. Getting on her nerves and getting into her heart and brain. And I'm not sure if it was just my mood, but it could have been a little shorter. Seemed to drag on a tad at the end. And during the campaign wanted to slap Andrew a few times.
Moral Note: I wouldn't say it was clean, but it wasn't detailed stuff. Some passionate kisses/make-out sessions on couches. Lots of innuendos (cold showers, what are you wearing, stuff like that) And of course the whole premise of the book: Rachel is raising her sister's son who had a one night stand with the other main character Andrew. Her sister wasn't the best at moral behavior, and I guess that was the root of why I didn't like it, my beliefs had me cringing a lot. No language. No violence.
July 15, 2016
What a good cute clean amazing book!!!! I haven't neglected everything for an amazing book in a long time!!! This one totally did it for me!! Andrew was awesome!!! Such a cute book!!! I loved that she didn't just throw herself at him in the beginning. I like that it was a process to get to w relationship. Cute book.
August 3, 2017
I have such mixed feelings about this book.
Accurate emotions, sweet love story between father and son, and growing, yet difficult romance.
Accurate emotions, sweet love story between father and son, and growing, yet difficult romance.
April 6, 2017
Why did I wait so long to get this one to the top of my list it was A.ma.zing! Rachel is such a strong woman to take on her Sisters baby from day one with no help would have been so hard. Being a single parent is so difficult. Then to be approached years later by the Father and have the fear of losing everything is unthinkable. I love Rachel's spunk and how she stood up to Andrew and kept him on his toes. She was willing to fight for her child no matter what as every mother should. The chemistry in this book is sooo good I felt the bond with all the main characters (as I believe you should in any well written book)!! I loved revisiting the characters from the other books as well. I can't wait for the next set in this series so far I have loved them all!
July 12, 2016
Rachel Laine is the third book in the Women of Merryton series, and it is probably my favorite.
I have beta-read all of the books in this series, so I feel a strong connection to the women in this series. Rachel Laine especially holds a special space in my heart.
Rachel become a mother to her somewhat unruly sister’s son at a very young age, sacrificing a lot to provide for Drew. Her life was put on the backburner and she took her calling of mother wholeheartedly. She may not be Drew’s biological mother, but she is his mother is every possible way.
So when Andrew shows up, stating he may be Drew’s father, and this might affect his political campaign, the mother fangs come out, and Rachel does everything she can to protect Drew.
The realization that Drew also might need a father in his life, and that Andrew might be a genuinely nice guy, allows Rachel to let him into their lives, but she stays very cautious.
Soon she discovers that Andrew fills a void in not only Drew’s life, but also one in her own life that has been empty for a very long time.
This story is all about learning to trust, learning to open up your heart again, being able to forgive, getting hurt, and moving forward.
And all of this is brought to you in that typical Jennifer Peel way, full of humor and amazing wit, charming characters you find yourself falling in love with, and a story you have a hard time letting go of. If ever there was a series about second chances worth reading, this would be the one!
I have beta-read all of the books in this series, so I feel a strong connection to the women in this series. Rachel Laine especially holds a special space in my heart.
Rachel become a mother to her somewhat unruly sister’s son at a very young age, sacrificing a lot to provide for Drew. Her life was put on the backburner and she took her calling of mother wholeheartedly. She may not be Drew’s biological mother, but she is his mother is every possible way.
So when Andrew shows up, stating he may be Drew’s father, and this might affect his political campaign, the mother fangs come out, and Rachel does everything she can to protect Drew.
The realization that Drew also might need a father in his life, and that Andrew might be a genuinely nice guy, allows Rachel to let him into their lives, but she stays very cautious.
Soon she discovers that Andrew fills a void in not only Drew’s life, but also one in her own life that has been empty for a very long time.
This story is all about learning to trust, learning to open up your heart again, being able to forgive, getting hurt, and moving forward.
And all of this is brought to you in that typical Jennifer Peel way, full of humor and amazing wit, charming characters you find yourself falling in love with, and a story you have a hard time letting go of. If ever there was a series about second chances worth reading, this would be the one!
July 11, 2016
I have loved all the Women of Merryton books that Jennifer Peel has written. Each has been incredible, but there was extra chemistry or magic mojo with this one that made me really connect with Rachel and Andrew. Rachel was a minor side character in the other books; but I could tell she was special and was excited when she became the heroine in this newest one. Rachel’s wild twin sister, Sydney, died in childbirth at age 21 and Rachel stepped in to raise her child as her own. For eight years, she has loved Drew with all her heart and been the best mother possible to him. She doesn’t have room for a man in her life. But when one walks into her office with a letter, he changes her life dramatically and brings all her fears into play. Rachel is determined to hate him…but Andrew (professional pitcher who now wants to run for state office) is hard to hate (even though she has many good reasons to despise the man who now wants nothing more than to be part of her and her son’s life). This contemporary romance is set in Colorado and it was a delightful treat that I couldn’t stop gorging on. I highly recommend it—as I do all of the books in this collection. Actually, I haven’t regretted any book I’ve read by Peel yet. She’s a gifted storyteller that weaves each story into my heart (ouch! That needle hurts sometimes, but I’ll take the tension and heart tugging. Her stories are worth it).
***I was given an advanced copy of this book in exchange for my fair and honest review.
***I was given an advanced copy of this book in exchange for my fair and honest review.
May 15, 2025
Dreamy sigh...followed by another.
Loved this book in The Women of Merryton series! Rachel Laine is such a great heroine, and don’t get me started on Andrew. I absolutely loved seeing him learn to be a father and the way he took care of both Rachel and Drew.
I loved how real this book felt. There was a great love story to be sure, but it came with highs and lows; mistakes and forgiveness. Happily ever after can happen, but it doesn’t come easy and it’s something that requires work and sacrifice. Rachel is no stranger to either as she has given up everything to parent and raise her sister’s son. I can’t imagine what it would be like to go from that to suddenly worrying about another parent entering the scene. Andrew is a good father though, and willing to work to build a relationship with his son...and the mother of his son. Their romance was dreamy and yet grounded with difficulties and obstacles overcome.
I love reading this series and hearing about past characters from other books and new ones as well. Merryton is fast becoming my favorite place! Now I’m off to lose more sleep and delve into Cheyenne’s story!!
Loved this book in The Women of Merryton series! Rachel Laine is such a great heroine, and don’t get me started on Andrew. I absolutely loved seeing him learn to be a father and the way he took care of both Rachel and Drew.
I loved how real this book felt. There was a great love story to be sure, but it came with highs and lows; mistakes and forgiveness. Happily ever after can happen, but it doesn’t come easy and it’s something that requires work and sacrifice. Rachel is no stranger to either as she has given up everything to parent and raise her sister’s son. I can’t imagine what it would be like to go from that to suddenly worrying about another parent entering the scene. Andrew is a good father though, and willing to work to build a relationship with his son...and the mother of his son. Their romance was dreamy and yet grounded with difficulties and obstacles overcome.
I love reading this series and hearing about past characters from other books and new ones as well. Merryton is fast becoming my favorite place! Now I’m off to lose more sleep and delve into Cheyenne’s story!!
January 4, 2017
Romance, clean
This was a cute read. There are references to other novels in the series, but can be read as a stand-alone read in the series. More of a 3.5 for me as a reader. I waffle sometimes between rounding up or down, but for me, knowing I wouldn't re-read, I rounded down. Anything I would re-read I would round up for.
Told definitely from one perspective, the h. Still fun, just not the perfect fit for me as a reader.
This was a cute read. There are references to other novels in the series, but can be read as a stand-alone read in the series. More of a 3.5 for me as a reader. I waffle sometimes between rounding up or down, but for me, knowing I wouldn't re-read, I rounded down. Anything I would re-read I would round up for.
Told definitely from one perspective, the h. Still fun, just not the perfect fit for me as a reader.
August 7, 2016
4+ Stars
February 28, 2025
Such a fun book with twists and turns that you don't quite expect. Rachel is amazing and I enjoy watching her stand up for herself.
September 5, 2023
It pains me to say I just did not like Rachel Laine. Both this book and Taylor Lynne have been more miss than hit for me unfortunately. I hate giving low stars because I absolutely love Jennifer Peel as an author... I adore how she writes women, marriage and raising kids. My Dear Wife and Jessie Belle are some of my favourite books ever. But here, I just could not connect or like her main characters Rachel and especially Andrew.
I made it to 43% after putting the book down more than a few times which I rarely do. Now I think I am going to chalk this one up to not being my cup of tea.
The main reason I am struggling with this book is because of Andrew. I can't stand the guy. He's supposed to be charming but I am finding him so selfish, self-centred, arrogant, annoying and frustrating. My biggest problem with him is he NEVER listens to Rachel or HEARS her. And he ALWAYS overrides her decisions. If she says her son doesn't need baseball paraphernalia in his bedroom... Andrew puts Bears shit up everywhere when her back is turned. When Rachel says she doesn't want her 8 year old playing with knives... Andrew buys him a pocket knife. If Rachel says don't come over... guess who turns up. If Rachel says she doesn't want cake... he guilts her into eating a slice. If she tells him it's time for him to go... he stays late. I'm not even sure why Andrew likes Rachel because everything about her was just a pushover to all his wants and needs. It was like he was in love with hearing himself talk. He didn't even want Drew until he saw a picture of him just looking like his mini-me and learned that he played football not baseball like Andrew did. Then all of a sudden he wants to be overly involved to the point of taking over their lives. But also keeping them hidden before he goes into politics. He was just too much. So in your face. Everything had to be his way. If Rachel expresses concern for anything... he just laughs at her or dismisses her worries as nothing.
What was even more baffling and confusing to me is Andrew knew that Rachel's sister was pregnant when she took off. She left him a letter telling him it was his kid. But apparently she was also sleeping with him teammates, that meant in his mind it couldn't possibly be his child. SO? You still slept with her even if you wore a condom... doesn't rule you out of the possibility. He just leaves it a problem for the woman to deal with like so many men do. He didn't want the baby to be his so he buried his head in the sand for 8 years and came back and demanded to play Daddy when it suited him. He could have had 8 years with his son if he'd only did a freaking paternity test.
He got to be the fun parent the whole book. And in the moment he should have as a real dad he dropped the ball and left Rachel handling everything. You know where my parents were when I had appendicitis around the same age as Drew - right beside me. He comes eventually but Rachel has to break up with him and threaten lawyers before he moves his ass.
Rachel had about the personality of a tea spoon. I did love her love for Drew. He is her top priority. I commend her for raising her nephew as her own so young but I thought she was foolish and naive. I just couldn't believe she didn't consult with a lawyer after Andrew suddenly appeared about her adoption of Drew and guardianship. I understand letting Drew slowly become accustomed to Andrew possibly playing a part in their lives but his quick turnaround from wanting to buy her off to being overwhelming involved was glaringly suspicious. Rachel does suspect his motives but doesn't make any plans to try to protect her and her son. It just seemed stupid. She sticks up for Andrew a lot even early on... saying how she doesn't want the courts involved but also saying Andrew hasn't threatened that EXCEPT he did at the beginning. He makes it clear he has rights as biological father and would take action if she denied him. To me that is a threat. And then there is the fact Andrew won't tell Drew the truth about being his father. Or claim him publicly. But Andrew also wouldn't put distance in their relationships to stop confusing Drew. Rachel had the right to take more control but she didn't. It's why I didn't really like Rachel. She was too similar to Taylor Lynne, they almost read like the same person, and they definitely handled similar situations like letting these men come into their lives after YEARS of absence and they just constantly rolled over for Andrew and Easton to get his way every time instead of grovelling to these women and proving themselves worthy of being their guy and raising their awesome kids.
I made it to 43% after putting the book down more than a few times which I rarely do. Now I think I am going to chalk this one up to not being my cup of tea.
The main reason I am struggling with this book is because of Andrew. I can't stand the guy. He's supposed to be charming but I am finding him so selfish, self-centred, arrogant, annoying and frustrating. My biggest problem with him is he NEVER listens to Rachel or HEARS her. And he ALWAYS overrides her decisions. If she says her son doesn't need baseball paraphernalia in his bedroom... Andrew puts Bears shit up everywhere when her back is turned. When Rachel says she doesn't want her 8 year old playing with knives... Andrew buys him a pocket knife. If Rachel says don't come over... guess who turns up. If Rachel says she doesn't want cake... he guilts her into eating a slice. If she tells him it's time for him to go... he stays late. I'm not even sure why Andrew likes Rachel because everything about her was just a pushover to all his wants and needs. It was like he was in love with hearing himself talk. He didn't even want Drew until he saw a picture of him just looking like his mini-me and learned that he played football not baseball like Andrew did. Then all of a sudden he wants to be overly involved to the point of taking over their lives. But also keeping them hidden before he goes into politics. He was just too much. So in your face. Everything had to be his way. If Rachel expresses concern for anything... he just laughs at her or dismisses her worries as nothing.
What was even more baffling and confusing to me is Andrew knew that Rachel's sister was pregnant when she took off. She left him a letter telling him it was his kid. But apparently she was also sleeping with him teammates, that meant in his mind it couldn't possibly be his child. SO? You still slept with her even if you wore a condom... doesn't rule you out of the possibility. He just leaves it a problem for the woman to deal with like so many men do. He didn't want the baby to be his so he buried his head in the sand for 8 years and came back and demanded to play Daddy when it suited him. He could have had 8 years with his son if he'd only did a freaking paternity test.
He got to be the fun parent the whole book. And in the moment he should have as a real dad he dropped the ball and left Rachel handling everything. You know where my parents were when I had appendicitis around the same age as Drew - right beside me. He comes eventually but Rachel has to break up with him and threaten lawyers before he moves his ass.
Rachel had about the personality of a tea spoon. I did love her love for Drew. He is her top priority. I commend her for raising her nephew as her own so young but I thought she was foolish and naive. I just couldn't believe she didn't consult with a lawyer after Andrew suddenly appeared about her adoption of Drew and guardianship. I understand letting Drew slowly become accustomed to Andrew possibly playing a part in their lives but his quick turnaround from wanting to buy her off to being overwhelming involved was glaringly suspicious. Rachel does suspect his motives but doesn't make any plans to try to protect her and her son. It just seemed stupid. She sticks up for Andrew a lot even early on... saying how she doesn't want the courts involved but also saying Andrew hasn't threatened that EXCEPT he did at the beginning. He makes it clear he has rights as biological father and would take action if she denied him. To me that is a threat. And then there is the fact Andrew won't tell Drew the truth about being his father. Or claim him publicly. But Andrew also wouldn't put distance in their relationships to stop confusing Drew. Rachel had the right to take more control but she didn't. It's why I didn't really like Rachel. She was too similar to Taylor Lynne, they almost read like the same person, and they definitely handled similar situations like letting these men come into their lives after YEARS of absence and they just constantly rolled over for Andrew and Easton to get his way every time instead of grovelling to these women and proving themselves worthy of being their guy and raising their awesome kids.
August 5, 2017
Rachel Laine is raising her dead twin's son, Drew, when suddenly, after eight years, his father, ex-Baseball star Andrew Turner, turns up on her doorstep to get to know his son, and get involved in his life. However, Andrew is running for a government post and doesn't want his past - indiscretion - to ruin his campaign. Rachel, fiercely protective of her nephew, doesn't want Andrew in their lives, but tries to do what is best for her adopted son.
Likeable characters, a mostly good plot, and a very good narration style make this a heartbreaking and heartwarming story, with a lot of humour thrown in. Whereas the situation as such is or could be quite realistic, the keeping-it-secret I find very hard to believe, or anyone described as independent and protective as Rachel going with it. Whereas Andrew is described as someone with a wild past, but a good heart - this action makes him cold-hearted and very egoistic. However, that was the only part of this story that really put me off a bit - and I have to admit, I do know next to nothing about US governmental or similar election campaigns, apart from what was in the world news about the last Presidential one.
So, all in all, a very enjoyable story, and although the third volume in this series, definitely a stand-alone that can be read on its own; anything you might wish, or need, to know from the previous two books is quite briefly and adequately explained or hinted at. I would not mind to read more of this author.
Likeable characters, a mostly good plot, and a very good narration style make this a heartbreaking and heartwarming story, with a lot of humour thrown in. Whereas the situation as such is or could be quite realistic, the keeping-it-secret I find very hard to believe, or anyone described as independent and protective as Rachel going with it. Whereas Andrew is described as someone with a wild past, but a good heart - this action makes him cold-hearted and very egoistic. However, that was the only part of this story that really put me off a bit - and I have to admit, I do know next to nothing about US governmental or similar election campaigns, apart from what was in the world news about the last Presidential one.
So, all in all, a very enjoyable story, and although the third volume in this series, definitely a stand-alone that can be read on its own; anything you might wish, or need, to know from the previous two books is quite briefly and adequately explained or hinted at. I would not mind to read more of this author.
February 18, 2017
I love this author! This was my favorite book in this series, I loved the sparring between the main characters, I loved the setting, I loved how real she kept the story and the emotions each of them would face with a scenario, like this.
Rachel Laine has raised her twin sister’s little boy from infancy, after her sister died in childbirth. Her sister never told her who the father of this child was and Rachel has no way of knowing who it could be. One day a man walks into Rachel’s life, claiming to be the father of her son. This is where the story starts, it is a clean, sweet, funny, and a real story, I loved it and I’m sure you will too.
Rachel Laine has raised her twin sister’s little boy from infancy, after her sister died in childbirth. Her sister never told her who the father of this child was and Rachel has no way of knowing who it could be. One day a man walks into Rachel’s life, claiming to be the father of her son. This is where the story starts, it is a clean, sweet, funny, and a real story, I loved it and I’m sure you will too.
July 1, 2017
I have enjoyed all the books in The Women of Merryton series but I think this one has to be my favorite so far. Andrew and Rachel had great chemistry. He was a superstar athlete but she wasn't in awe of him like most women. I love the banter back and forth between them. I loved the way Andrew was a good father to his son that he just recently learned about. I adored his mother. She was just the sweetest thing, elegant but not snobby one bit. I got frustrated at Andrew for putting his political career ahead of his son and the potential relationship with Rachel.
December 24, 2016
Delightful story of how a twin sister raises her deceased sister's illegitimate son, now knowing who the father was and not really caring. Her main objective was to do the best job that she could, although realizing at some point how she might want a family and how Drew might want a father. A surprise visit gets the story going when the birth father comes searching for his Ex-girlfriend and finds he does in fact have a son. A cute story of love and morality, character growth and forgiveness.
November 28, 2020
4 Stars
4 stars for Rachel Laine, The Women of Merryton Book 3. Rachel is raising her twin sisters baby boy and has been since his mother, Rachel's twin sister died in childbirth. Andrew Turner is a retired baseball pitcher who is setting his sight on politics. However, he learns of the existence of a son her never knew existed. He and Rachel are at odds, can these two get thru all the troubles and learn to co-op aren't?
4 stars for Rachel Laine, The Women of Merryton Book 3. Rachel is raising her twin sisters baby boy and has been since his mother, Rachel's twin sister died in childbirth. Andrew Turner is a retired baseball pitcher who is setting his sight on politics. However, he learns of the existence of a son her never knew existed. He and Rachel are at odds, can these two get thru all the troubles and learn to co-op aren't?
December 31, 2016
Good read
The story is well-written and well-edited. Although I enjoyed reading it, the book seemed to drag and bog down in the middle. Take out about a third of the repetitious middle and it would be 5 star.
The story is well-written and well-edited. Although I enjoyed reading it, the book seemed to drag and bog down in the middle. Take out about a third of the repetitious middle and it would be 5 star.
June 6, 2017
Nice story
I enjoyed this second book in the series. I do thin it can stand alone, but I like that the author includes some info that men's more if you have read the previous book. Good clean romance.
I enjoyed this second book in the series. I do thin it can stand alone, but I like that the author includes some info that men's more if you have read the previous book. Good clean romance.
August 6, 2017
Laugher and tears
I have thoroughly enjoyed this series. I have laughed and cried through each book. Thank you for realistic believable characters and wonderful story lines. I will be reading this series again.
I have thoroughly enjoyed this series. I have laughed and cried through each book. Thank you for realistic believable characters and wonderful story lines. I will be reading this series again.
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