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Christmas at Fort Gifford
Fort Gifford, a reconstructed fort from the Revolutionary War, draws people in every year for the Holiday Celebration. Mauve loves volunteering at Fort Gifford, and the Holiday Celebration is her favorite time of the year. This year, however, might be the last. Can Mauve save the place she calls home?
Hiram likes reality TV more than he does history. Fort Gifford is one of the last places he wants to visit, but it might be the place that finally brings him happiness and true love.
Christmas at Fort Gifford is a novella of two different parts, both filled with history and romance.
Hiram likes reality TV more than he does history. Fort Gifford is one of the last places he wants to visit, but it might be the place that finally brings him happiness and true love.
Christmas at Fort Gifford is a novella of two different parts, both filled with history and romance.
112 pages, Kindle Edition
Published December 3, 2019
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December 13, 2019
very sweet and good story.. its a slow read... not sure what will happen next type of story.. but i enjoyed it.
September 2, 2024
This is a well written book with strong characters in Mauve and Hiram. The author takes you into their lives with chemistry and love and kept me turning the pages with the entertaining storyline. She moves the story quickly and smoothly and delivers a terrific read.
I voluntarily reviewed an ARC of this book. All opinions in this review are my own and are freely given.
I voluntarily reviewed an ARC of this book. All opinions in this review are my own and are freely given.
May 10, 2020
Mauve is the type of person who does what is expected of her and doesn't make a fuss even with it is something that makes her uncomfortable. Both at home and in her volunteer position as a historical re-enactor she falls into the familiar role of prop. But when things get shaken up, she finds she has more passion than she thought, and it is time to take a stand for what she believes in!This forces her boyfriend, Hiram, to take a fresh look at things as well.
This story (or rather these two stories) had a lot of potential but it wasn't full realized. There was definitely material here to expand out to a full novel. There were many threads that were started and dropped that I would have liked to see further developed. For example, a key part of this story was Mauve stepping up to fight for the volunteer program but that was never really shown. Also, the relationship with her neighbor was glossed over where it was truly integral to Mauve's story. I also think the two stories could have been more integrated if Hiram's character was more fully developed. He was really only portrayed as a foil to Mauve and what she wanted. Part of why this stands out to me is because the author did do a good job building in Mauve's backstory and adding depth to her character. If that was extended to the rest of the cast this could have been bumped to a great book.
This story (or rather these two stories) had a lot of potential but it wasn't full realized. There was definitely material here to expand out to a full novel. There were many threads that were started and dropped that I would have liked to see further developed. For example, a key part of this story was Mauve stepping up to fight for the volunteer program but that was never really shown. Also, the relationship with her neighbor was glossed over where it was truly integral to Mauve's story. I also think the two stories could have been more integrated if Hiram's character was more fully developed. He was really only portrayed as a foil to Mauve and what she wanted. Part of why this stands out to me is because the author did do a good job building in Mauve's backstory and adding depth to her character. If that was extended to the rest of the cast this could have been bumped to a great book.
January 12, 2020
4 CRANKY STARS
This is a well written story about a young lady’s love for a historical replication of an early Fort Gifford. She has been working there since she was a young kid. I’m only giving it 4 out of 5 stars due to the short length of the story. When I see a classification of historical novel, this wasn’t what I was expecting. I was hoping for a bit more background on the fort. The fort is in a small town in upstate New York and tours of the fort make enough to keep it afloat. The staff are all volunteers. Suddenly, the staff is told that all but one volunteer will be fired and that one will become a paid position. The fort will only be opened on weekends.
When a new volunteer shows up on the day, they are given this news the staff is devastated, and Mauve isn’t going to take it. She starts up a campaign to save the fort. Since the new volunteer is a history professor, she falls for him of course. However, she has a boyfriend she needs to break up with. The rest of the storyline is about the interactions of these three characters. It ended all to quickly with a predictable ending.
This is a well written story about a young lady’s love for a historical replication of an early Fort Gifford. She has been working there since she was a young kid. I’m only giving it 4 out of 5 stars due to the short length of the story. When I see a classification of historical novel, this wasn’t what I was expecting. I was hoping for a bit more background on the fort. The fort is in a small town in upstate New York and tours of the fort make enough to keep it afloat. The staff are all volunteers. Suddenly, the staff is told that all but one volunteer will be fired and that one will become a paid position. The fort will only be opened on weekends.
When a new volunteer shows up on the day, they are given this news the staff is devastated, and Mauve isn’t going to take it. She starts up a campaign to save the fort. Since the new volunteer is a history professor, she falls for him of course. However, she has a boyfriend she needs to break up with. The rest of the storyline is about the interactions of these three characters. It ended all to quickly with a predictable ending.
December 9, 2019
An interesting story about a historic ford that is about to be closed to the public. Fort Gifford has been the most important thing in Mauve's life. She volunteers there and spends most of her time talking about the place. When a new volunteer appears during the holiday season, she finds herself feeling attracted to him. But she has a boyfriend, Hiram. He doesn't share her love for history but he has been there for her for as long as she can remember. Will this new development make her question her relationship with Hiram?
It's a very well written story. Not very romantic though. It's mostly about saving Ford Gifford but there are some sweet scenes that make it a fun read. I enjoyed the story, especially the lazy tone in which it's told. Everything unfolds slowly and beautifully. I'd recommend this book to everyone who enjoys good contemporary fiction.
It's a very well written story. Not very romantic though. It's mostly about saving Ford Gifford but there are some sweet scenes that make it a fun read. I enjoyed the story, especially the lazy tone in which it's told. Everything unfolds slowly and beautifully. I'd recommend this book to everyone who enjoys good contemporary fiction.
July 29, 2020
When a volunteer interpreter at the local historical fort finds out that the city has plans to cancel the volunteer program and possibly tear down the historic site to build a new hospital, she decided to fight to save it.
A new romance and a broken one fill out the plot.
An interesting story well researched and well told.
A new romance and a broken one fill out the plot.
An interesting story well researched and well told.
December 15, 2020
This was a cute romantic story.A new guy shows up to volunteer at Ft Gifford and is thwarted by the organizer.He has high ties and sticks around.Is he the brain he says he is?Can they save the fort from being knocked down? Leanne Woodward was a fine narrator.I was given this free review copy audiobook at my request and have voluntarily left this review.'
December 7, 2019
Once again this author wrote a great book. I love the little bits of history throughout the story. Filled with interesting characters and a very good storyline. I can't wait to see what books will be next.
February 28, 2020
Although I usually enjoy Jordan's writing I found this one to be a less enjoyable read. The first part was better than the second part which was from the perspective of a different character. It is possible the problem was that I didn't like the character itself. Would have enjoyed more depth.
December 11, 2019
Interesting background with the historic fort. Entertaining characters and a fun story of love. I always enjoy this authors quirky and eccentric tales which are out of my comfort zone.
August 10, 2020
This is a sweet Christmas novella, well written and fast paced, The storyline is interesting, filled with history and romance.. Leanne Woodward did a good job with the narration.
March 25, 2020
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This one is split into two POVs but split in half, so the first half of the novella is one person’s perspective and the second half is a second person’s, taking up in time where the first person leaves off. I wasn’t sure how the two were going to play together at first but I’ve gotta say — I really didn’t care for the second person. Perhaps that’s the way they’re portrayed in the first half but there just wasn’t enough redeeming qualities in his story to make me care about his point of view. On the other hand, I really enjoyed the first part and would’ve liked to explore that later, rather than switching to an unlikeable character.
That said, it’s still a cute story about finding love in a historical fort (!), set around Christmas-time if you need something extra cheerful now.
This one is split into two POVs but split in half, so the first half of the novella is one person’s perspective and the second half is a second person’s, taking up in time where the first person leaves off. I wasn’t sure how the two were going to play together at first but I’ve gotta say — I really didn’t care for the second person. Perhaps that’s the way they’re portrayed in the first half but there just wasn’t enough redeeming qualities in his story to make me care about his point of view. On the other hand, I really enjoyed the first part and would’ve liked to explore that later, rather than switching to an unlikeable character.
That said, it’s still a cute story about finding love in a historical fort (!), set around Christmas-time if you need something extra cheerful now.
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