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What Makes a Family: Yours and Mine / Here Comes Trouble
Enjoy again two classic romances to warm your heart this winter season, only from #1 New York Times bestselling author Debbie Macomber.YOURS AND MINEMarriage is an experience that single mom Joanna Parsons doesn’t plan to repeat, no matter what her eleven-year-old daughter thinks. Tanner Lund feels the same way. Like Joanna, he got divorced after a short, disastrous marriage. And like her, he’s raising his eleven-year-old daughter alone. But the girls have other plans in mind—and it involves the best friends becoming sisters. Both Tanner and Joanna are determined to avoid marriage, yet there’s no resisting their growing attraction…HERE COMES TROUBLEMaryanne Simpson is working hard to make it as a journalist; it’s not her fault that her father happens to own the newspaper! After rival columnist Nolan Adams writes an unflattering piece about her, she’s furious. But Maryanne decides the tough, streetwise newsman is right about one her life has been too easy. So she quits her job, leaves her luxury apartment and swears not to touch her trust fund. She needs to prove to Nolan—and to herself—that she’s got what it takes to make it on her own. She wants Nolan’s respect…and maybe more. When they end up as neighbors, Maryann discovers that she can’t resist Nolan’s gruff charm, and although he doesn’t seem to be an appropriate match for a socialite, Maryanne has other ideas!
327 pages, Kindle Edition
First published February 10, 2020
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Debbie Macomber
917 books20.7k followersDebbie Macomber is a #1 New York Times bestselling author and one of today’s most popular writers with more than 200 million copies of her books in print worldwide. In her novels, Macomber brings to life compelling relationships that embrace family and enduring friendships, uplifting her readers with stories of connection and hope. Macomber’s novels have spent over 1,000 weeks on the New York Times bestseller list. Fifteen of these novels hit the number one spot.
In 2023, Macomber’s all-new hardcover publication includes Must Love Flowers (July). In addition to fiction, Macomber has also published three bestselling cookbooks, three adult coloring books, numerous inspirational and nonfiction works, and two acclaimed children’s books.
Celebrated as “the official storyteller of Christmas”, Macomber’s annual Christmas books are beloved and six have been crafted into original Hallmark Channel movies. Macomber is also the author of the bestselling Cedar Cove Series which the Hallmark Channel chose as the basis for its first dramatic scripted television series. Debuting in 2013, Debbie Macomber’s Cedar Cove was a ratings favorite for three seasons.
She serves on the Guideposts National Advisory Cabinet, is a YFC National Ambassador, and is World Vision’s international spokesperson for their Knit for Kids charity initiative. A devoted grandmother, Debbie and Wayne live in Port Orchard, Washington, the town which inspired the Cedar Cove series.
In 2023, Macomber’s all-new hardcover publication includes Must Love Flowers (July). In addition to fiction, Macomber has also published three bestselling cookbooks, three adult coloring books, numerous inspirational and nonfiction works, and two acclaimed children’s books.
Celebrated as “the official storyteller of Christmas”, Macomber’s annual Christmas books are beloved and six have been crafted into original Hallmark Channel movies. Macomber is also the author of the bestselling Cedar Cove Series which the Hallmark Channel chose as the basis for its first dramatic scripted television series. Debuting in 2013, Debbie Macomber’s Cedar Cove was a ratings favorite for three seasons.
She serves on the Guideposts National Advisory Cabinet, is a YFC National Ambassador, and is World Vision’s international spokesperson for their Knit for Kids charity initiative. A devoted grandmother, Debbie and Wayne live in Port Orchard, Washington, the town which inspired the Cedar Cove series.
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January 18, 2021
Enjoyable
Yours and Mine - Joanne and Tanner each have 11-year old daughters who scheme and try everything possible to get their single parents together. The adults think they see through the schemes and are just as determined NOT to get together. Humor, fun times, and a HEA.
Here Comes Trouble - Maryanne is trying her best to be a top-notch journalist. However, she comes from a wealthy family and pretty much gets what she wants. She’s called out by a rival and sparks fly between the two. Both are determined not to like the other but those sparks soon change to another kind of spark. I liked that Maryanne was willing to try new things without the help of her parents. Humor, new beginnings and a HEA.
Yours and Mine - Joanne and Tanner each have 11-year old daughters who scheme and try everything possible to get their single parents together. The adults think they see through the schemes and are just as determined NOT to get together. Humor, fun times, and a HEA.
Here Comes Trouble - Maryanne is trying her best to be a top-notch journalist. However, she comes from a wealthy family and pretty much gets what she wants. She’s called out by a rival and sparks fly between the two. Both are determined not to like the other but those sparks soon change to another kind of spark. I liked that Maryanne was willing to try new things without the help of her parents. Humor, new beginnings and a HEA.
January 26, 2021
Sweet story
This was an enjoyable story to read. I’ve always liked Debbie Macomber and have read many of her books. This particular story was interesting and I liked the characters. They were well-described and interacted well with each other. I don’t think there was a lot of depth to this story so I could put it down when I needed to do something and pick it back up and easily continue where I left off. There weren’t any surprises and the ending was pretty predictable, but if you are looking for a good story to relax with this is the book for you.
This was an enjoyable story to read. I’ve always liked Debbie Macomber and have read many of her books. This particular story was interesting and I liked the characters. They were well-described and interacted well with each other. I don’t think there was a lot of depth to this story so I could put it down when I needed to do something and pick it back up and easily continue where I left off. There weren’t any surprises and the ending was pretty predictable, but if you are looking for a good story to relax with this is the book for you.
January 21, 2021
Two for the price of one.
Chose 5 star as both stories deserved high recognition for being down to earth. Along with that each brought humility, humid and fun to the characters, making the reader both laugh or cry as the story comes together. Such a good feeling when done.
Chose 5 star as both stories deserved high recognition for being down to earth. Along with that each brought humility, humid and fun to the characters, making the reader both laugh or cry as the story comes together. Such a good feeling when done.
February 8, 2021
Two great short romance stories. First one was about two divorces who had eleven year old daughters that wanted them to get together. The second was about a newspaper column writer and a newspaper owners daughter that meet up at a radio station where they debate growth in Seattle.
June 20, 2021
An enjoyable read…
As always, Debbie Macomber writes a good story. I enjoy how she creates the characters in her books. Debbie Macomber’s books are just a good way to spend an afternoon relaxing…
As always, Debbie Macomber writes a good story. I enjoy how she creates the characters in her books. Debbie Macomber’s books are just a good way to spend an afternoon relaxing…
January 21, 2021
Some promises in the future.
Always enjoyed this author's story's,up to date with interesting family adventures and inspiration to keep the reader looking for the outcome.
Always enjoyed this author's story's,up to date with interesting family adventures and inspiration to keep the reader looking for the outcome.
January 28, 2021
Fun bit of fluff! Very fast read, with predictable conclusion. But takes your mind off your troubles....
December 30, 2022
This was an enjoyable read.
January 19, 2023
All great stories about love, family, and Christmas. Puts you in a great & happy mood.
April 3, 2025
First one was ok, the second was unreadable. Too dated and misongynistic.
March 20, 2020
These two novellas are perfect for anyone who just needs to be entertained with light romance. It’s easy to know how the books will end, but it was really fun reading all of the details to get me there. I do appreciate Debbie Macomber for providing books that are quick and easy to read and so realistic. Fans of Macomber and her romance books will enjoy this one for sure!
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Disclosure of Material Connection: I checked out a copy of this book from my local library on the Overdrive App. I was not required to write a positive review. The opinions expressed are my own.
Disclaimer
Disclosure of Material Connection: I checked out a copy of this book from my local library on the Overdrive App. I was not required to write a positive review. The opinions expressed are my own.
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