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A Christmas Valley Romance #7
Deck the Gnomes
The gnomes have it . . .
There’s something quirky about the Christmas gnomes scattered throughout Gingerbread Cottage. For one thing, they’re never in the same place in the morning that they were the evening before. And then, there’s the tittering…
Bonnie Hall wants to know who’s messing with the merchandise after she closes up every night. There’s no budget to install security cameras, and even if there was, who’d believe her about rearranged gnomes, anyway? She’s on her own finding the culprit.
Griffin Conte is trying to convince Bonnie to marry him. In an effort to further his cause, the security expert insists he’ll accompany her on the overnight surveillance gig she has planned to catch the gnarly gnome hooligan.
But...things aren’t what they appear to be inside Gingerbread Cottage. Both Griff and Bonnie are surprised at what can happen when the lights are off.
There’s something quirky about the Christmas gnomes scattered throughout Gingerbread Cottage. For one thing, they’re never in the same place in the morning that they were the evening before. And then, there’s the tittering…
Bonnie Hall wants to know who’s messing with the merchandise after she closes up every night. There’s no budget to install security cameras, and even if there was, who’d believe her about rearranged gnomes, anyway? She’s on her own finding the culprit.
Griffin Conte is trying to convince Bonnie to marry him. In an effort to further his cause, the security expert insists he’ll accompany her on the overnight surveillance gig she has planned to catch the gnarly gnome hooligan.
But...things aren’t what they appear to be inside Gingerbread Cottage. Both Griff and Bonnie are surprised at what can happen when the lights are off.
225 pages, Kindle Edition
Published November 7, 2018
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Ann Simas
69 books99 followersAnn Simas lives in Oregon, but she is a Colorado girl at heart, having grown up in the Rocky Mountains. An avid word-lover since childhood, she penned her first fiction “book” in high school. She particularly likes to write a mix of mystery-thriller-suspense with a love story and paranormal/supernatural elements. Simas currently has 25 books in print. Both are available in paperback and in ebook format.
An award-winning watercolorist and a budding photographer, Ann also enjoys needlework and gardening in her spare time. She is her family’s “genealogist” and has been blessed with the opportunity to conduct first-hand research in Italy for both her writing and her family tree. The genealogy research from century’s old documents, written in Italian, has been a supreme but gratifying and exciting challenge for her.
An award-winning watercolorist and a budding photographer, Ann also enjoys needlework and gardening in her spare time. She is her family’s “genealogist” and has been blessed with the opportunity to conduct first-hand research in Italy for both her writing and her family tree. The genealogy research from century’s old documents, written in Italian, has been a supreme but gratifying and exciting challenge for her.
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December 23, 2018
First, I want to thank Ann Simas for proving me this book so I may bring you this review.
Ann Simas does it again and comes up with a very cute and entertaining Christmas book in Deck the Gnomes. This book had me smiling from ear to ear.
Kudos to the adorable and very cute cover for the book. It definitely caught my eye and was enticed to see what it was all about. However, reading Ann’s past work I knew it would be a great book.
I thought this was cute that she wrote: Whatever you no, do not piss off the gnomes!
Another cute saying in the book by an unknown author was: I have been good this year. Okay, I have been good most of he time. Never mind, I will buy my own gifts.
Ann Simas must love Pizza cus she mentions it a LOT in her books! Now I have serious craving for pizza.
I love how FruityCakes from the other books were in this book too. So if you are not craving pizza by the end of the book you will be craving cookies.
In this book we meet Griffin Conte.
Never had I heard the term commitment relationship suicide other than this book before. I thought it was quite comical.
Ann Simas does it again and comes up with a very cute and entertaining Christmas book in Deck the Gnomes. This book had me smiling from ear to ear.
Kudos to the adorable and very cute cover for the book. It definitely caught my eye and was enticed to see what it was all about. However, reading Ann’s past work I knew it would be a great book.
I thought this was cute that she wrote: Whatever you no, do not piss off the gnomes!
Another cute saying in the book by an unknown author was: I have been good this year. Okay, I have been good most of he time. Never mind, I will buy my own gifts.
Ann Simas must love Pizza cus she mentions it a LOT in her books! Now I have serious craving for pizza.
I love how FruityCakes from the other books were in this book too. So if you are not craving pizza by the end of the book you will be craving cookies.
In this book we meet Griffin Conte.
Never had I heard the term commitment relationship suicide other than this book before. I thought it was quite comical.
July 9, 2021
I enjoyed this book so much! This is the seventh book in the series but my first to read. I got it because the title and cover caught my eye. I could tell that it wasn’t the first book as characters were established and there were small references to some of them. Even though I knew it wasn’t the first book, I was able to fully enjoy it on its own. I am very interested in previous books.
I like Bonnie and Griffin. I could relate very well to Bonnie. I loved that her children were a part of the book. I can get annoyed by children being introduced in the opening chapter and then you don’t see them again until the wedding. Do they even know the groom? In Deck the Gnomes, Sadie and Casey were included up until the end. I admit I was a little disappointed that they weren’t in the wedding part. I was expecting to read what they wore and what part they played in the wedding. It was a teensy disappointment though as there were surprise guests, (at least a surprise for me), attending. They drew my attention away from the children.
If you are looking for a fun book with Christmas and love magic, pick this up. The gnomes are really part of the story, too. I’m planning on reading the rest of this series.
I like Bonnie and Griffin. I could relate very well to Bonnie. I loved that her children were a part of the book. I can get annoyed by children being introduced in the opening chapter and then you don’t see them again until the wedding. Do they even know the groom? In Deck the Gnomes, Sadie and Casey were included up until the end. I admit I was a little disappointed that they weren’t in the wedding part. I was expecting to read what they wore and what part they played in the wedding. It was a teensy disappointment though as there were surprise guests, (at least a surprise for me), attending. They drew my attention away from the children.
If you are looking for a fun book with Christmas and love magic, pick this up. The gnomes are really part of the story, too. I’m planning on reading the rest of this series.
January 13, 2019
This is the fourth book I have read by this author. I enjoy her writing. I like visiting Christmas Valley. The romances are quick, sweet, and full of chemistry. If you are not a fan of insta-love this series isn't for you. I did not mind it in the books I have read in this series so far. I liked Bonnie and Griffin. I had previously "met" Bonnie in another book. I enjoyed seeing her story unfold with plenty of mischief and a bit of the paranormal aspects. I am sure I will end up reading the other books in this series that I have not read yet. I would recommend them to others who enjoy Christmas romances.
April 16, 2019
Deck the Gnomes by Ann Simas
This book is funny and romantic. Because of the magic Gnomes moving about. Who in turn are driving poor Bonnie nuts with their antics.
Bonnie is a small town woman with a big dream. To do her best with her two little girls. Life hasn't been easy for her since her husband ran off into the hills. But she for darn sure will make her kiddos want for nothing. Only she really hasn't thought much of herself after a couple failed dates. Until he walks into her life out of the blue. Now all she can think about is kissing him, his warm hugs, and if he would be a great father to her two girls. Can this really be a dream come true for her?
This book is funny and romantic. Because of the magic Gnomes moving about. Who in turn are driving poor Bonnie nuts with their antics.
Bonnie is a small town woman with a big dream. To do her best with her two little girls. Life hasn't been easy for her since her husband ran off into the hills. But she for darn sure will make her kiddos want for nothing. Only she really hasn't thought much of herself after a couple failed dates. Until he walks into her life out of the blue. Now all she can think about is kissing him, his warm hugs, and if he would be a great father to her two girls. Can this really be a dream come true for her?
December 28, 2018
These gnomes are hilarious. I think their antics add some light-heartiness to the serious and life changing events that go on in Christmas Valley. Gotta love Griff, he's a man that knows his heart. Saying Bonnie is skittish is putting it mildly but I think her actions are realistic for a single mom not to mention her past history. Great couple and supporting characters, love the support and compassion of the folks of this valley.
I am voluntarily reviewing a free copy provided by Candid Book Reviews.
I am voluntarily reviewing a free copy provided by Candid Book Reviews.
February 5, 2019
This is the seventh book in A Christmas Valley Romance series. I recommend this book. This book had me smiling a cute story of Christmas Gnomes that wanted to be where they wanted to be and not where they were placed. This is single mother Bonnie Hall who has Gingerbread Cottage and her two daughters, Sadie and Casey, and security expert, Griffin Conte's story. I would like to see stories for Tally, Sam, and Ryker. I read a copy of this book through KU and I am voluntarily reviewing.
April 17, 2019
A unique story of love and mischief that has some drawn out parts that seemed unnecessary and other rushed parts I would've enjoyed learning more about, despite this I did enjoy this story. Overall I enjoyed reading about Bonnie and Griff and those pesky gnomes, seeing how their relationship developed and how Griff got on so well wirh Sadie and Cassey was heartwarming. The other characters in the town and their lives where intriguing and I would enjoy reading more from the series.
November 28, 2018
What if you could be happier?
Everyone struggles with wanting to do life themselves but Bonnie has had the village of Christmas Valley to help her recover from her failed marriage. Griff is known to the men of Christmas Valley but he wants to know Bonnie forever. But is it all a dream because gnomes don't really move...right? So funny and such antics that take the cake.
Everyone struggles with wanting to do life themselves but Bonnie has had the village of Christmas Valley to help her recover from her failed marriage. Griff is known to the men of Christmas Valley but he wants to know Bonnie forever. But is it all a dream because gnomes don't really move...right? So funny and such antics that take the cake.
December 21, 2018
hahaha gnomes... so many amazing gnomes haha.. and they help two people fall in love.. lol this story made me smile and laugh so many times.. i loved seeing old characters come back.. i loved seeing the laughter and fun. it was amazing and entertaining.
February 6, 2019
Gnomes everywhere
She runs a local store that sales decorations. He is visiting. They meet and they have this magnificent chemistry that pulls at them. It was a pleasure to read this book. The town seems to be magical. I love this series
She runs a local store that sales decorations. He is visiting. They meet and they have this magnificent chemistry that pulls at them. It was a pleasure to read this book. The town seems to be magical. I love this series
January 2, 2023
Weird
Deck the Gnomes was a good story. The characters were well-written and likable. The main plot of the romance was good.
The extras, the gnomes and the guardian angels, felt ridiculous and forced. They just weren't necessary. It felt like unnecessary cheap tricks.
Deck the Gnomes was a good story. The characters were well-written and likable. The main plot of the romance was good.
The extras, the gnomes and the guardian angels, felt ridiculous and forced. They just weren't necessary. It felt like unnecessary cheap tricks.
February 28, 2019
A very cute book with loads of laugh out loud moments. I found this to be the perfect festive treat. Really good and engaging characters and an interesting storyline.
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