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Lake Harriet #2
As the Snow Fell: A Lake Harriet Novel
A Lake Harriet Novel
In the charming Lake Harriet neighborhood in Minneapolis, MN, where we first met Kristen, Ryan, and their beloved dog, Sam, in Walking Sam, we meet another couple who are struggling to find true love.
Mallory Dawson is planning the winter wedding of her dreams. She’s found a wonderful man to share her life with and is looking forward to a promising future together. But one month before her wedding, she runs into the man she once loved who she hasn’t seen in ten years. Soon, her entire life is turned upside down.
James Gallagher fled to California ten years ago to start over after the love of his life, Mallory, refused to marry him. But when his dad passes away and his mother becomes ill, he returns home to help run the family business. Seeing Mallory again brings a flood of memories back, and he begins to wonder what his life would have been like if he hadn’t left.
Will the wedding go on or will fate play a hand in Mallory's happily ever after?
In the charming Lake Harriet neighborhood in Minneapolis, MN, where we first met Kristen, Ryan, and their beloved dog, Sam, in Walking Sam, we meet another couple who are struggling to find true love.
Mallory Dawson is planning the winter wedding of her dreams. She’s found a wonderful man to share her life with and is looking forward to a promising future together. But one month before her wedding, she runs into the man she once loved who she hasn’t seen in ten years. Soon, her entire life is turned upside down.
James Gallagher fled to California ten years ago to start over after the love of his life, Mallory, refused to marry him. But when his dad passes away and his mother becomes ill, he returns home to help run the family business. Seeing Mallory again brings a flood of memories back, and he begins to wonder what his life would have been like if he hadn’t left.
Will the wedding go on or will fate play a hand in Mallory's happily ever after?
- GenresChristmas
272 pages, Kindle Edition
Published November 21, 2017
364 people are currently reading
100 people want to read
About the author
Deanna Lynn Sletten
39 books628 followersDeanna Lynn Sletten is the author of MRS. WINCHESTER'S BIOGRAPHER, THE ONES WE LEAVE BEHIND, THE WOMEN OF GREAT HERON LAKE, MAGGIE'S TURN, THE LAKE HARRIET SERIES, and several other titles. She writes compelling historical fiction, heartwarming women's fiction, romance novels, and murder mysteries. She has also written one middle-grade novel that takes you on the adventure of a lifetime.
Deanna has recently begun a new murder mystery series, The Rachel Emery Series which includes THE TRUTH ABOUT RACHEL and DEATH BECOMES YOU.
Deanna is married and has two grown children. When not writing, she enjoys walking the wooded trails around her home with her beautiful Australian Shepherd or relaxing on the lake in the summer.
Deanna loves hearing from her readers. Connect with her at:
Her blog: deannalynnsletten.com
Twitter: @DeannaLSletten
Facebook: facebook.com/DeannaLynnSletten
Deanna has recently begun a new murder mystery series, The Rachel Emery Series which includes THE TRUTH ABOUT RACHEL and DEATH BECOMES YOU.
Deanna is married and has two grown children. When not writing, she enjoys walking the wooded trails around her home with her beautiful Australian Shepherd or relaxing on the lake in the summer.
Deanna loves hearing from her readers. Connect with her at:
Her blog: deannalynnsletten.com
Twitter: @DeannaLSletten
Facebook: facebook.com/DeannaLynnSletten
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September 11, 2019
Mallory's life is right on track: marriage to the perfect guy, her real estate job going nicely, and the hope of someday opening her own business. Until the night she runs into former flame, James. Years earlier, after a wonderful romance, James had proposed to Mallory, but she'd turned him down. Bitter and disheartened, he'd fled their Minnesota town for California. But now he's back and seeing him stirs feelings in Mallory she hadn't considered before. With only weeks to go til her big day, will she make the right choice? This is a sweet winter romance, charming and fun, but I would've liked to see some hint of those doubts in Mallory before James is back in her life. At times, she has a tendency to come across as too flip-floppy. Minor edit issues don't detract from the story.
November 26, 2017
Brilliant !! Got myself completely absorbed in the story, got that warm fuzzy feeling whenever I picked it up. Delicious mix of Christmas and wedding, perfect for this time of year.
November 9, 2017
As the Snow Fell took me back to the Lake Harriet neighborhood, that beautiful place I first visited in Walking Sam. I loved the people I met there and Deanna created another wonderful story with great characters. This second visit to Lake Harriet was just as enjoyable as the first one and I fell in love with all new people.
Deanna's stories are always ones that I can just escape into, where I can put the rest of the world aside for a little bit. And I love that this one is set around Christmas time. It is the perfect story to read right now!
Deanna's stories are always ones that I can just escape into, where I can put the rest of the world aside for a little bit. And I love that this one is set around Christmas time. It is the perfect story to read right now!
December 2, 2017
A charming tale of an old romance causing issues with the current one. An adorable dog, a woman finding herself and her happily ever after. I laughed. I cried. I thoroughly enjoyed. Engaging!
March 5, 2018
This is the first book by this author I have read/listened to. The narration is beautifully done and the descriptive words of the author are beautifully written. Ms. Sletten writes likable characters and situations that pull the reader into the story. Second chance romances are one of my favorite tropes and this one is done well.
Mallory's heart was crushed by her first love who left after she rejected his proposal. Not that she didn't want to marry James eventually but his impatience caused his departure.
Fast forward ten years. Mallory finds herself a month from her New Year's Eve wedding and thrown back into James's orbit. What follows is a journey of self-discovery by Mallory, James and even her fiancé Brent. This is a sweet story of rediscovering who you are and your true emotions despite thinking you have stored them away safely and moved on. There are a few unique twists along the way to the HEA and the ending is sweetly satisfying. If you like second chance and sweet romance this story is for you
Mallory's heart was crushed by her first love who left after she rejected his proposal. Not that she didn't want to marry James eventually but his impatience caused his departure.
Fast forward ten years. Mallory finds herself a month from her New Year's Eve wedding and thrown back into James's orbit. What follows is a journey of self-discovery by Mallory, James and even her fiancé Brent. This is a sweet story of rediscovering who you are and your true emotions despite thinking you have stored them away safely and moved on. There are a few unique twists along the way to the HEA and the ending is sweetly satisfying. If you like second chance and sweet romance this story is for you
March 13, 2018
This one is a definite Hallmark movie just waiting to be made. It's got all the right ingredients. An engaged couple that seems to have everything going for them and a beautiful life ahead of them. They're out one night celebrating her birthday when they stumble into the pub owned by her ex-boyfriend. She has no idea he's back in town. After all, he left ten years ago, the night she said "no" to his proposal. Mind you, she didn't say "never," she said, "not right now." Once she reconnects with her ex she starts to see things about her fiance that she realized she's been brushing off for a long time. Probably too long.
James is the one who ran ten years ago. Mallory is the one about to make the mistake of a lifetime. Brent is the Mr. Perfect who Mallory is beginning to see in a different light. How will it all end? You won't find out until the absolute end of the last chapter. You may even be a teeny bit surprised by the ending. I'm only going to tell you to relax, it ends exactly as it should.
James is the one who ran ten years ago. Mallory is the one about to make the mistake of a lifetime. Brent is the Mr. Perfect who Mallory is beginning to see in a different light. How will it all end? You won't find out until the absolute end of the last chapter. You may even be a teeny bit surprised by the ending. I'm only going to tell you to relax, it ends exactly as it should.
December 4, 2023
A cute feel good story. It centers around a girl, Mal, getting ready for her December wedding. Her fiancé is a lawyer who is used to a 5 star lifestyle. Mal is just an average girl who wants to open her own design and house staging business. Brent and her seem to be on different pages but are engaged and planning a wedding. Mal meets her x boyfriend and sparks begin to simmer. The story was predictable but a nice read!
November 20, 2018
As the Snow Fell: A Lake Harriet Novel was a great read by Deanna Lynn Sletten. Mallory has been planning her winter wedding when she comes face to face with someone from her past. She ran into the man who she used to love. With him coming back into her life everything has been turned upside down. I loved Mallory and James’ story. I can’t wait to read more by Deanna Lynn Sletten.
December 30, 2017
Another excellent read by Deanna Lynn Sletten. I have read several of her books and have yet to find one I did not enjoy thoroughly. Read this one in one day. Difficult to put down. Highly recommend.
April 27, 2019
Warm and charming love story. Predictable. Some improbably constructed sentences. Are these due to bad editing? Good for a cozy read with a cup of tea. I live in the same city as the characters do, so had to investigate it.
January 19, 2020
3 stars
3 stars for As the Snow Fell. This is a heartwarming story of second chances. James and Mallory meet again after 10 years apart and while Mallory is engaged to someone else, this still has an unexpected HEA.
3 stars for As the Snow Fell. This is a heartwarming story of second chances. James and Mallory meet again after 10 years apart and while Mallory is engaged to someone else, this still has an unexpected HEA.
September 1, 2021
Wonderful story and special endings.
Loved this sweet story of true love even many years later. Great characters and story line. Her books are amazing and always a pleasure to read.
Loved this sweet story of true love even many years later. Great characters and story line. Her books are amazing and always a pleasure to read.
December 10, 2021
Wonderful book!!
I feel in love with these characters from the very beginning! This was such a sweet story, I loved the whole book. I could see the whole book in my head! I am excited to read the next book!
I feel in love with these characters from the very beginning! This was such a sweet story, I loved the whole book. I could see the whole book in my head! I am excited to read the next book!
April 16, 2022
A stressful journey to bliss
Enjoyed this interesting tale of a convoluted journey to wedding bliss with the realization that all that glitters is not gold. Well crafted and kept oneself deeply involved.
Enjoyed this interesting tale of a convoluted journey to wedding bliss with the realization that all that glitters is not gold. Well crafted and kept oneself deeply involved.
November 16, 2022
Beautiful love story
This author is amazing when telling her stories. She tells so much detail in every
book, you are hooked on the first page, I can't wait to read her next masterpiece.
This author is amazing when telling her stories. She tells so much detail in every
book, you are hooked on the first page, I can't wait to read her next masterpiece.
October 1, 2023
Beautiful love story
Although you know that James and Mallory will end up together, the coming together, and the way Mallory and Brent realize they are too different makes for a beautiful story. And Brewster, the dog is cute, too!
Although you know that James and Mallory will end up together, the coming together, and the way Mallory and Brent realize they are too different makes for a beautiful story. And Brewster, the dog is cute, too!
October 16, 2019
Really enjoyed this series!
October 20, 2019
Winter time in Minneapolis
Sweet love story about falling in love all over again. Feel good read, like watching a "chick flick" on the Lifetime channel.
Sweet love story about falling in love all over again. Feel good read, like watching a "chick flick" on the Lifetime channel.
January 2, 2020
Wow
This is a beautiful story of true love and devotion. James and Mallory together again forever. Such a happy ending.
This is a beautiful story of true love and devotion. James and Mallory together again forever. Such a happy ending.
January 3, 2020
Review of As the Snow Fell
This was a really cute story and I will recommend her books to anyone who loves romance novels. She keeps you involved from page one until the end.
This was a really cute story and I will recommend her books to anyone who loves romance novels. She keeps you involved from page one until the end.
April 15, 2021
Mallory
A delightful read about weddings and friends and things that dont go right. Plus friends from previous stories and all the laughter and some tears.
A delightful read about weddings and friends and things that dont go right. Plus friends from previous stories and all the laughter and some tears.
May 18, 2021
Wonderful book
Heartwarming and funny. True love prevails. Can’t wait to read the next novel in the series. Definitely one I will keep
Heartwarming and funny. True love prevails. Can’t wait to read the next novel in the series. Definitely one I will keep
August 7, 2021
Good read
This is a fast read that keeps you interested. I like reading this author. All of her stories are very engrossing.
This is a fast read that keeps you interested. I like reading this author. All of her stories are very engrossing.
November 10, 2021
Which One?
I absolutely loved, loved, loved this book. I just finished it now at 1:30 a.m. Just had to find out who she chose .
I absolutely loved, loved, loved this book. I just finished it now at 1:30 a.m. Just had to find out who she chose .
February 9, 2022
Happy ending!!
I enjoyed the great character development and their interaction. Kept me interested through the epilogue. Recommend this old-fashioned and heartwarming love story.
I enjoyed the great character development and their interaction. Kept me interested through the epilogue. Recommend this old-fashioned and heartwarming love story.
February 28, 2022
Clean RomanceNovel. Love this!
September 7, 2022
Great book😊😘
October 3, 2024
Delightful!
Planning a wedding was stressful, but adding an old romance to the picture was adding fuel to the fire. Could she really make the right choice???
Planning a wedding was stressful, but adding an old romance to the picture was adding fuel to the fire. Could she really make the right choice???
December 16, 2024
Loved this book.
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