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Rescuing Harmony Ranch
A bearded blacksmith and a marketing exec join forces…and sparks fly. When Jocelyn’s grandmother calls her asking for help, she drops everything and heads back home to Harmony Creek, Colorado. Her grandmother runs a living history a ranch and homestead where volunteers wear clothing from the early 1900s and demonstrate how to make soap and shear sheep. The place is in financial trouble, and it needs the revenue from the annual festival to survive. There’s just one thing that makes this a little Mack, who’s divorced, and who’s now the caretaker and blacksmith at the homestead. Jocelyn and Mack have their own shared history, which includes both stolen kisses and teenage rivalry. Even as the past and present collide, they have to save Harmony Ranch. Matchmaking grannies, a meddling mutt, and a flood of fun festival activities might just be enough to overcome their differences and forge two broken hearts back together. This heartwarming romance includes a free Hallmark original recipe.
280 pages, Paperback
First published February 23, 2021
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Jennie Marts
63 books957 followersJennie Marts is a USA Today bestselling author of award-winning books filled with love, laughter, and always a happily ever after. She loves genre-mashups, and her books range from western romance to cozy mysteries but all have the charm and appeal of quirky small-town life. Living out her own happily ever after in the mountains of Colorado, she’s addicted to Diet Coke, adores Cheetos, and believes you can’t have too many books, shoes, or friends.
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May 18, 2021
Rescuing Harmony Ranch is a stand alone, second chance romance by Jennie Marts.
Jocelyn Stone’s mother took her away from Harmony Ranch, her grandmother, and the boy she loved when she was seventeen years old. Ten years later, she’s never been back. She works for a marketing firm in New York and has been working hard towards a promotion she has her heart set on. But when her grandmother calls and says she needs her, Jocelyn doesn’t hesitate for a second to drop everything to go home. Even if it means having to face the only man she ever loved after all these years.
“She was the first girl he’d ever fallen in love with, the first girl he’d truly given his heart to. And it still belonged to her. Even after all these years.”
Mack Talbot is both the caretaker of Harmony Ranch and the resident blacksmith. Harmony Ranch is a living history museum and ranch. It’s a real working farm with horses and cows but also a historic site where visitors see how life was in the 1900’s. Mack can’t believe that Jocelyn is back. But, it seems her grandmother has been keeping something from both he and Jocelyn. The ranch is in financial difficulty. A huge loan is due in just two weeks. If the payment isn’t made, they will lose the ranch. It’s up to Mack and Jocelyn to find a way to save their home.
“Jocelyn was here, at Harmony Ranch, back in his arms…right where she was supposed to be.”
As Mack and Jocelyn work together, it’s obvious their feelings are still strong. But they both had broken hearts when Jocelyn left ten years ago. Her life and career are in New York now. Mack’s is here on the ranch. How could they ever find a way to make this work?
“He could tell himself to keep his heart in check until the cows came home, but it was too late. He was already gone.”
This was such a sweet book. I feel like I should mention that it’s a clean romance but really, I didn’t miss the steam at all. This was full of wonderful characters, adorable dogs and plenty of smiles. These two gave everything they had to saving the ranch and at the same time, they might just have saved each other.
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Jocelyn Stone’s mother took her away from Harmony Ranch, her grandmother, and the boy she loved when she was seventeen years old. Ten years later, she’s never been back. She works for a marketing firm in New York and has been working hard towards a promotion she has her heart set on. But when her grandmother calls and says she needs her, Jocelyn doesn’t hesitate for a second to drop everything to go home. Even if it means having to face the only man she ever loved after all these years.
“She was the first girl he’d ever fallen in love with, the first girl he’d truly given his heart to. And it still belonged to her. Even after all these years.”
Mack Talbot is both the caretaker of Harmony Ranch and the resident blacksmith. Harmony Ranch is a living history museum and ranch. It’s a real working farm with horses and cows but also a historic site where visitors see how life was in the 1900’s. Mack can’t believe that Jocelyn is back. But, it seems her grandmother has been keeping something from both he and Jocelyn. The ranch is in financial difficulty. A huge loan is due in just two weeks. If the payment isn’t made, they will lose the ranch. It’s up to Mack and Jocelyn to find a way to save their home.
“Jocelyn was here, at Harmony Ranch, back in his arms…right where she was supposed to be.”
As Mack and Jocelyn work together, it’s obvious their feelings are still strong. But they both had broken hearts when Jocelyn left ten years ago. Her life and career are in New York now. Mack’s is here on the ranch. How could they ever find a way to make this work?
“He could tell himself to keep his heart in check until the cows came home, but it was too late. He was already gone.”
This was such a sweet book. I feel like I should mention that it’s a clean romance but really, I didn’t miss the steam at all. This was full of wonderful characters, adorable dogs and plenty of smiles. These two gave everything they had to saving the ranch and at the same time, they might just have saved each other.
For more about this book and so many others, come and visit me at Carol's Crazy Bookish World.
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December 10, 2020
Rescuing Harmony Ranch by Jennie Marts is a sweet, fuzzy, and enjoyable contemporary romance that truly checks all the boxes.
I love second-chance romances, and this one definitely fits the bill. Jocelyn Stone returns to Harmony Creek, Colorado at the plea of her Grandmother whom is needing help at her ranch and homestead business. Jocelyn wants to go home, and drops everything to race home from the big city to assist, however knows that she possibly will encounter the one that got away, Mack. What ensues is another chance at clearing up misunderstandings, a chance to save the business, and a possibility at love and happiness.
I really liked Jocelyn and Mack. Both are flawed, likable, and realistic characters. Both have their strengths, and their hang ups, and seem to compliment each other well. The chemistry is there, and so is the happy ending. One knows what will unfold throughout the narrative, however that just makes this story that much more endearing. I truly enjoyed it, and I hope we get to see this made into a Hallmark movie.
5/5 stars
Thank you NetGalley and Hallmark Publishing for this ARC and in return I am submitting my unbiased and voluntary review and opinion.
I am posting this review to my GR, Instagram, and Bookbub accounts immediately and will post it to my Amazon, Instagram, and B&N accounts upon publication on 2/23/21.
I love second-chance romances, and this one definitely fits the bill. Jocelyn Stone returns to Harmony Creek, Colorado at the plea of her Grandmother whom is needing help at her ranch and homestead business. Jocelyn wants to go home, and drops everything to race home from the big city to assist, however knows that she possibly will encounter the one that got away, Mack. What ensues is another chance at clearing up misunderstandings, a chance to save the business, and a possibility at love and happiness.
I really liked Jocelyn and Mack. Both are flawed, likable, and realistic characters. Both have their strengths, and their hang ups, and seem to compliment each other well. The chemistry is there, and so is the happy ending. One knows what will unfold throughout the narrative, however that just makes this story that much more endearing. I truly enjoyed it, and I hope we get to see this made into a Hallmark movie.
5/5 stars
Thank you NetGalley and Hallmark Publishing for this ARC and in return I am submitting my unbiased and voluntary review and opinion.
I am posting this review to my GR, Instagram, and Bookbub accounts immediately and will post it to my Amazon, Instagram, and B&N accounts upon publication on 2/23/21.
February 23, 2021
***4.5/5 Stars***
Rescuing Harmony Ranch was a charming story filled with heart, romance and family. If you adore Hallmark movies, second chance romance and happily ever afters, then you'll definitely want this one on your tbr!
Jocelyn Stone was forced to leave Colorado with her mom, when she was a teen, and move to NYC. She left behind her Gram and boyfriend, Mack Talbot. Ten years later she's back. And while she thought memories from her past would haunt her, she didn't expect to see Mack. Especially not with him living and working on Harmony Ranch. But now they're going to have to pull together, to save her Gram's ranch. And it's the start of a brand new adventure!
I adored Jocelyn. She was a hard worker who loved deeply. The moment family needed help, she dropped everything to go take care of them. But between her job, helping take care of her Gram and trying to save the ranch, she had her hands full. Thankfully there was Mack to help her out. And while they were childhood friends and then sweethearts, they could be so awkward around each other at times. Other times they fit together so seamlessly. You could tell that they both were interested in the other, but there was 10 years of misunderstandings in their way. With so much that needed to be said, I wondered which one of them was going to take that first step.
I screamed out loud when I realized that we also got Mack's POV. After just a few pages with him, I was so attached! Mack had this gentle, soothing manner to him, but you could tell that his emotions ran strongly through his veins. Especially since he seemed to remember everything from their past. And the way he was thoughtful, kind and considerate to Jocelyn, it all melted my heart! But my heart also broke for Mack, he knew that Jocelyn was going to leave again. Just like last time. I kept the hope alive and my fingers crossed. Ohhhh and I absolutely loved Mack's dog, Savage! He was the hugest sweetie ever and his antics had me constantly smiling when he was on the pages.
There was a gaping hole between Jocelyn and Mack that they needed to work through. But both of their Grandmothers, who were also best friends, loved to meddle. I enjoyed watching them try to discreetly push Mack and Jocelyn together. But trying to save the ranch also did that too. Shared meals, brainstorming meetings, dancing by the lake and so much more captivated me. Not only did I find myself rooting for the ranch to be saved, but for Jocelyn and Mack to be together too.
Romance lovers will be delighted with Rescuing Harmony Ranch! This story was so adorable and a lot of fun. I couldn't stop smiling at their antics and everything that unfolded. And I kept thinking that this would be the perfect Hallmark movie! If you're a fan of romance that is sweet, there's a great chance you'll fall hard for this book too!
*I voluntarily read and reviewed an advanced copy of this book, provided by the publisher. All thoughts and opinions are my own.*
For more of my reviews, please visit:
Rescuing Harmony Ranch was a charming story filled with heart, romance and family. If you adore Hallmark movies, second chance romance and happily ever afters, then you'll definitely want this one on your tbr!
“I miss everything about this place,” she whispered, hoping he knew she meant him too, even though she couldn’t bring herself to say it out loud.
Jocelyn Stone was forced to leave Colorado with her mom, when she was a teen, and move to NYC. She left behind her Gram and boyfriend, Mack Talbot. Ten years later she's back. And while she thought memories from her past would haunt her, she didn't expect to see Mack. Especially not with him living and working on Harmony Ranch. But now they're going to have to pull together, to save her Gram's ranch. And it's the start of a brand new adventure!
They’d broken each other’s hearts— not intentionally, but it had hurt all the same. This one moment felt like a chance to heal some of that pain… to start anew.
I adored Jocelyn. She was a hard worker who loved deeply. The moment family needed help, she dropped everything to go take care of them. But between her job, helping take care of her Gram and trying to save the ranch, she had her hands full. Thankfully there was Mack to help her out. And while they were childhood friends and then sweethearts, they could be so awkward around each other at times. Other times they fit together so seamlessly. You could tell that they both were interested in the other, but there was 10 years of misunderstandings in their way. With so much that needed to be said, I wondered which one of them was going to take that first step.
“Just dance with me. Don’t think about all that other stuff. Leave the past behind us and the future ahead of us, and just be in this moment . Here. Now. With me.”
She let out a breath and relaxed in his arms. He drew her even closer and moved them around the grassy dance floor.
I screamed out loud when I realized that we also got Mack's POV. After just a few pages with him, I was so attached! Mack had this gentle, soothing manner to him, but you could tell that his emotions ran strongly through his veins. Especially since he seemed to remember everything from their past. And the way he was thoughtful, kind and considerate to Jocelyn, it all melted my heart! But my heart also broke for Mack, he knew that Jocelyn was going to leave again. Just like last time. I kept the hope alive and my fingers crossed. Ohhhh and I absolutely loved Mack's dog, Savage! He was the hugest sweetie ever and his antics had me constantly smiling when he was on the pages.
He held her gaze, his voice dropping to a husky whisper. “I would do anything for you.”
She sucked in a sharp inhale at the intensity of his words.
There was a gaping hole between Jocelyn and Mack that they needed to work through. But both of their Grandmothers, who were also best friends, loved to meddle. I enjoyed watching them try to discreetly push Mack and Jocelyn together. But trying to save the ranch also did that too. Shared meals, brainstorming meetings, dancing by the lake and so much more captivated me. Not only did I find myself rooting for the ranch to be saved, but for Jocelyn and Mack to be together too.
“When is the last time you let your heart decide?”
She swallowed. “Never.”
“Maybe it’s time you gave your heart a chance.”
Romance lovers will be delighted with Rescuing Harmony Ranch! This story was so adorable and a lot of fun. I couldn't stop smiling at their antics and everything that unfolded. And I kept thinking that this would be the perfect Hallmark movie! If you're a fan of romance that is sweet, there's a great chance you'll fall hard for this book too!
*I voluntarily read and reviewed an advanced copy of this book, provided by the publisher. All thoughts and opinions are my own.*
For more of my reviews, please visit:
March 26, 2021
This received four stars because before I knew it towards the end, I was Crying! I love a good grand gesture and all that jazz..
But. I was perplexed initially! I’m a Hallmarkie 100% with no shame and while I find comfort in predictability..this book beat for beat felt very basic and like I’d already read it having watched so many second chance, small town Hallmark romance movies. I knew these characters before even finishing chapter 2; busy girl who left the small town for the city who is now attached to her cellphone, amped for a work promotion who is summoned home to family, has to help with a festival and is bought face to face and a ton of close proximity with her first love!
I knew the hero suffered from the idea of never being chosen by the women In his life! Knew that the heroine would eventually have to CHOOSE her career back in big bad NYC or her first love in small town Colorado!
Knew all that.
Wrapped up nicely.
I enjoyed it.
As far as author choices though, I’m hoping to begin to see something new from Hallmark writers.
But. I was perplexed initially! I’m a Hallmarkie 100% with no shame and while I find comfort in predictability..this book beat for beat felt very basic and like I’d already read it having watched so many second chance, small town Hallmark romance movies. I knew these characters before even finishing chapter 2; busy girl who left the small town for the city who is now attached to her cellphone, amped for a work promotion who is summoned home to family, has to help with a festival and is bought face to face and a ton of close proximity with her first love!
I knew the hero suffered from the idea of never being chosen by the women In his life! Knew that the heroine would eventually have to CHOOSE her career back in big bad NYC or her first love in small town Colorado!
Knew all that.
Wrapped up nicely.
I enjoyed it.
As far as author choices though, I’m hoping to begin to see something new from Hallmark writers.
February 6, 2021
Second chances all around🤩
Jocelyn races back to Harmony Creek when she gets a phone call about her grandmother who has been in an accident😢 She’s hoping she can totally avoid Mack, the man who broke her heart but when she arrives, she realises that that wish is futile❣️
Mack can’t believe that Joss is back on the Ranch😳 When it appears they are going to be working together to help save the Ranch by ensuring the Harmony Creek Festival goes off with a bang, both are worried about how they will feel with each other and both try to avoid what happened in the past, to no avail.
A really good story, which had me laughing out loud a few times but also teary at moments too🙃 Second chances all around and a few surprises I didn’t see coming😍 I definitely hope there is more in this series of Harmony Creek. I received an advanced copy via Netgalley and voluntarily leave my honest review❤️
Jocelyn races back to Harmony Creek when she gets a phone call about her grandmother who has been in an accident😢 She’s hoping she can totally avoid Mack, the man who broke her heart but when she arrives, she realises that that wish is futile❣️
Mack can’t believe that Joss is back on the Ranch😳 When it appears they are going to be working together to help save the Ranch by ensuring the Harmony Creek Festival goes off with a bang, both are worried about how they will feel with each other and both try to avoid what happened in the past, to no avail.
A really good story, which had me laughing out loud a few times but also teary at moments too🙃 Second chances all around and a few surprises I didn’t see coming😍 I definitely hope there is more in this series of Harmony Creek. I received an advanced copy via Netgalley and voluntarily leave my honest review❤️
February 23, 2021
Have you ever thought what it would be like to live on a ranch in the early 1900’s? Rescuing Harmony Ranch by Jennie Marts is a charming romance novel which takes place on a working ranch in Colorado . Visitors to the ranch are educated in what it was like to live and work on a ranch during the early 20th century.
Jocelyn grew up on this ranch and loved it. Her mother, wishing to give Jocelyn more opportunities in life, moved Jocelyn with her to New York for her remaining high school education. She’s loved her time in New York and has a promising career in marketing. Indeed, she is up for a big promotion. But family trumps everything so when Jocelyn’s Grandmother has an accident and needs her help, she drops everything to be by her side. She can work remotely while on the ranch and still be able to help her Grandmother.
When she arrives, she learns from her Grandmother that the help she needs is in raising money to make a large balloon payment on the ranch or she will be forced to sell. She also learns that Mack, her boyfriend of many of her teenage years and the love of her life, is now divorced and as handsome as ever. He’s also been enlisted to help save the ranch and the two work closely together to plan several events. But will her love for Mack be enough for her to stay in Colorado and give up everything she’s worked for in New York?
I always enjoy a Hallmark romance, and this book is no exception. I’m a big fan of second chance romances and I enjoyed the competitive nature and banter between Jocelyn and Mack. I also appreciate books with the story of love between generations of a family and this book has plenty of lovely, sweet moments. I adored that the setting was on a historical ranch and the descriptions of the clothing worn by the volunteers. The character development was very good, and the story kept me engaged throughout.
Thank you to Hallmark Publishing for the ARC of this book in exchange for the honest review provided here.
Jocelyn grew up on this ranch and loved it. Her mother, wishing to give Jocelyn more opportunities in life, moved Jocelyn with her to New York for her remaining high school education. She’s loved her time in New York and has a promising career in marketing. Indeed, she is up for a big promotion. But family trumps everything so when Jocelyn’s Grandmother has an accident and needs her help, she drops everything to be by her side. She can work remotely while on the ranch and still be able to help her Grandmother.
When she arrives, she learns from her Grandmother that the help she needs is in raising money to make a large balloon payment on the ranch or she will be forced to sell. She also learns that Mack, her boyfriend of many of her teenage years and the love of her life, is now divorced and as handsome as ever. He’s also been enlisted to help save the ranch and the two work closely together to plan several events. But will her love for Mack be enough for her to stay in Colorado and give up everything she’s worked for in New York?
I always enjoy a Hallmark romance, and this book is no exception. I’m a big fan of second chance romances and I enjoyed the competitive nature and banter between Jocelyn and Mack. I also appreciate books with the story of love between generations of a family and this book has plenty of lovely, sweet moments. I adored that the setting was on a historical ranch and the descriptions of the clothing worn by the volunteers. The character development was very good, and the story kept me engaged throughout.
Thank you to Hallmark Publishing for the ARC of this book in exchange for the honest review provided here.
December 14, 2020
Thanks to NetGalley for a arc copy for a honest review.
Rescuing Harmony Ranch is a second chance romance my kind of trope. I liked Jocelyn and Mack as a couple I’m giving it 4 stars
Happy Reading
Lisa
Rescuing Harmony Ranch is a second chance romance my kind of trope. I liked Jocelyn and Mack as a couple I’m giving it 4 stars
Happy Reading
Lisa
February 22, 2021
Jocelyn leaves her demanding, high pressure job in New York and flies to her former hometown when she hears that her beloved grandmother has been hurt in a car accident and is the hospital. Gram looks so little and pale in the hospital bed. Once the painkillers wear off, Gram, aka Molly wants to leave the hospital ASAP to make sure the annual festival goes according to plan.
Harmony Ranch is a working ranch and also a historical museum that does tours. The annual festival there brings in lots of people and helps to raise money. Jocelyn promises her Gram she will do her best using her marketing skills to make the event perfect. She knows she can't do it alone. Mack, who is the grandson of Gram's best friend, and Molly's high school love will be helping her since he works on the ranch.
Neither has been in touch with the other for years and there are lots of hurt feelings right below the surface. Will the two of them be able to work together to rescue Harmony Ranch? Will Jocelyn put her job first or be able to have a future with Mack?
I love second chance romance stories. They give hope that you can leave the hurts of the past behind and find comfort and joy. The setting at a ranch in Colorado gives a beautiful western feel, even though is not a cowboy tale.
Jocelyn is a great heroine who struggles like many women and feel driven to succeed, even when there is a steep price to pay. She has stayed away from her Gram and Harmony Ranch because she was afraid of seeing Mack who broke her heart and seemed to have moved on.
Mack has stayed in the area for many years and enjoys working as a blacksmith for the ranch. He was hurt by abandonment as a child and is afraid to get to0 close with Jocelyn who he feels abandoned him by moving to New York. He is afraid she will abandon him again by going back to her job. The author shows him as a very strong man with his blacksmith skills and who doesn't love a big, strong man?
Mack's dog Savage provides lots of laugh out loud humor. You can just picture the basset hound through the author's vivid description. Another source of humor is Gram/Molly as she tries to do lots of things using her knee scooter to get around and the way she tries to matchmake. She has such a loving nature, too.
I was very excited to see this novel of Jennie Marts is from Hallmark Publishing. She is so talented and deserves to have an even wider audience. I don't know if there will be Hallmark Channel movie made from this lovely book, but I would certainly watch it.
In these uncertain times, romance readers should get a copy of this sweet story to uplift their spirits.
Harmony Ranch is a working ranch and also a historical museum that does tours. The annual festival there brings in lots of people and helps to raise money. Jocelyn promises her Gram she will do her best using her marketing skills to make the event perfect. She knows she can't do it alone. Mack, who is the grandson of Gram's best friend, and Molly's high school love will be helping her since he works on the ranch.
Neither has been in touch with the other for years and there are lots of hurt feelings right below the surface. Will the two of them be able to work together to rescue Harmony Ranch? Will Jocelyn put her job first or be able to have a future with Mack?
I love second chance romance stories. They give hope that you can leave the hurts of the past behind and find comfort and joy. The setting at a ranch in Colorado gives a beautiful western feel, even though is not a cowboy tale.
Jocelyn is a great heroine who struggles like many women and feel driven to succeed, even when there is a steep price to pay. She has stayed away from her Gram and Harmony Ranch because she was afraid of seeing Mack who broke her heart and seemed to have moved on.
Mack has stayed in the area for many years and enjoys working as a blacksmith for the ranch. He was hurt by abandonment as a child and is afraid to get to0 close with Jocelyn who he feels abandoned him by moving to New York. He is afraid she will abandon him again by going back to her job. The author shows him as a very strong man with his blacksmith skills and who doesn't love a big, strong man?
Mack's dog Savage provides lots of laugh out loud humor. You can just picture the basset hound through the author's vivid description. Another source of humor is Gram/Molly as she tries to do lots of things using her knee scooter to get around and the way she tries to matchmake. She has such a loving nature, too.
I was very excited to see this novel of Jennie Marts is from Hallmark Publishing. She is so talented and deserves to have an even wider audience. I don't know if there will be Hallmark Channel movie made from this lovely book, but I would certainly watch it.
In these uncertain times, romance readers should get a copy of this sweet story to uplift their spirits.
February 23, 2021
The past and the present converge for two yearning hearts in "Rescuing Harmony Ranch: A feel-good romance from Hallmark Publishing". Author Jennie Marts infuses this sweet second-chance contemporary romance with interesting glimpses of life in the Old West at the transition from the 19th century to the 20th century. Years ago, after a disagreement between Jocelyn Stone's mother and grandmother, her mother had left Colorado with Jocelyn in tow and moved to New York. Jocelyn had eventually successfully pursued a marketing career, but now she was being called back home to help out her grandmother, Molly, who had been injured in a car accident. Putting her promotion goals on hold for a two-week leave, she reruns home to Harmony Ranch, a living history museum and working ranch. Visitors to the ranch saw staff dressed in period costumes demonstrating what life was like for homesteaders in the early 1900's. The first person Jocelyn runs into at the ranch is Mack Talbot, her childhood friend who had become her young sweetheart and, later, the boy who broke her heart. Mack was now living on the ranch as the blacksmith and caretaker. Seeing each other again is a shock to the system for them both, bringing a rush of feelings and memories both bitter and sweet. Jocelyn learns that Harmony Ranch is in financial trouble, and Molly needs the upcoming Spring Festival to be the biggest one yet in order to keep the property in the family. Using her marketing skills, and with the the help of Mack and others, Jocelyn works to help her grandmother hold on to her dream. Jocelyn wasn't the only one whose heart had been battered years ago when she and Mack went their separate ways--he still cared deeply for her and hoped she would remain in Colorado. When the festival is over, will Jocelyn return to New York, or can he convince her to stay with him and share a future together? Jocelyn's feelings for Mack have never stopped, but can she take a big leap of faith and follow her heart? "Rescuing Harmony Ranch" is a touching and heartwarming reunion romance that will make you smile--and make you crave peanut butter pie.
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June 4, 2021
I really enjoyed this sweet second chance love story! It just clicked with me and I loved every moment of the story. Jocelyn and Mac are great characters and the secondary characters round out the story wonderfully along with a couple of heart stealing dogs. Perfect ending to a lovely relaxing read!
March 2, 2021
This is my first book by Ms. Marts, and she excels in her descriptive details, transporting the reader into the story. Hard to go wrong with a HEA and this one doesn't disappoint. I loved the banter between Jocelyn and Mack and rooted for them from the beginning.
February 2, 2021
If you're lucky enough to get a second chance, don't waste it...
This story is a touching and charming story about two people getting their second chance at love. Joycelyn left New York to come to the aid of her grandmother who lives in Colorado. Jocelyn has not been back to her childhood home in 10 years. There are a lot of good memories, but also hurtful ones. The major heartbreaking one being Mack, her first love, her first kiss.
Mack stayed in Harmony Creek and is now the blacksmith and custodian of the property. When Jocelyn and Mack meet each other, they both harbor feelings of pain, but also residual love for each other. It was emotional to follow the paths of these two as they try to come to terms with their wants and needs. Yes, I needed tissues.
The secondary characters play an important role in their story. Each of their grandmothers are key to Jocelyn and Mack's journey. Also the most adorable dog I have ever laughed over till I cried almost steals the story. I adored this story and the HEA was to die for.
This story is a touching and charming story about two people getting their second chance at love. Joycelyn left New York to come to the aid of her grandmother who lives in Colorado. Jocelyn has not been back to her childhood home in 10 years. There are a lot of good memories, but also hurtful ones. The major heartbreaking one being Mack, her first love, her first kiss.
Mack stayed in Harmony Creek and is now the blacksmith and custodian of the property. When Jocelyn and Mack meet each other, they both harbor feelings of pain, but also residual love for each other. It was emotional to follow the paths of these two as they try to come to terms with their wants and needs. Yes, I needed tissues.
The secondary characters play an important role in their story. Each of their grandmothers are key to Jocelyn and Mack's journey. Also the most adorable dog I have ever laughed over till I cried almost steals the story. I adored this story and the HEA was to die for.
January 12, 2021
Absolutely delightful second chance romance! Great surprise at the end of the story!
Rescuing Harmony Ranch by Jennie Marts is the fourth book in Hallmark's Country and Cowboys series. In this story New York City marketing guru Jocelyn Stone returns to Harmony Ranch after moving away ten years ago. Harmony Ranch is owned by Jocelyn's grandmother and is a living history museum and ranch spotlighting ranch life in the early 1900's and open to the public. Jocelyn is called back to Harmony Creek, Colorado to help out her grandmother who has broken her leg in an automobile accident. Jocelyn plans to avoid seeing Mack Talbot, her first love, while at the ranch but that ends up being impossible. Mack is the homestead caretaker and blacksmith there and lives in the caretakers cottage onsite. Jocelyn and Mack are tasked with the final setup for the Harmony Creek Hoopla which everyone hopes will raise enough money to save the ranch. The Hoopla was so much fun to read about. There were sack races, three-legged races, all kinds of demonstrations and my favorite the Boxed Lunch Social Auction. Readers will enjoy the Hoopla and the pop-up concert as well as laugh and love along with Jocelyn and Mack on their journey to their Happily Ever After.
Rescuing Harmony Ranch by Jennie Marts is the fourth book in Hallmark's Country and Cowboys series. In this story New York City marketing guru Jocelyn Stone returns to Harmony Ranch after moving away ten years ago. Harmony Ranch is owned by Jocelyn's grandmother and is a living history museum and ranch spotlighting ranch life in the early 1900's and open to the public. Jocelyn is called back to Harmony Creek, Colorado to help out her grandmother who has broken her leg in an automobile accident. Jocelyn plans to avoid seeing Mack Talbot, her first love, while at the ranch but that ends up being impossible. Mack is the homestead caretaker and blacksmith there and lives in the caretakers cottage onsite. Jocelyn and Mack are tasked with the final setup for the Harmony Creek Hoopla which everyone hopes will raise enough money to save the ranch. The Hoopla was so much fun to read about. There were sack races, three-legged races, all kinds of demonstrations and my favorite the Boxed Lunch Social Auction. Readers will enjoy the Hoopla and the pop-up concert as well as laugh and love along with Jocelyn and Mack on their journey to their Happily Ever After.
January 4, 2021
This is a amazing work of art by Jennie Marts. This book is about coming home and coming back to her love she left.
I am so glad I had the pleasure of reading an arc of this book!
I am so glad I had the pleasure of reading an arc of this book!
December 28, 2020
What an awesome read. I couldn't seem to put it down once I opened it. Grams had an accident and Jocelyn came home to take care of her. Jocelyn juggled her work on a new Coffee Shop campaign and the campaign to save the ranch all while making sure her Grams was doing well.
Mack was her exboyfriend and the grandson of Grams best friend Loretta. We meet a cast of matchmakers and good citizens who want to help save Harmony Ranch. Grams has a big balloon payment coming due this month and it is up to them to raise 24 thousand dollars.
Also will they be able to save the ranch and maybe have a second chance at love. Check it out. I loved the book and think you will too.
Mack was her exboyfriend and the grandson of Grams best friend Loretta. We meet a cast of matchmakers and good citizens who want to help save Harmony Ranch. Grams has a big balloon payment coming due this month and it is up to them to raise 24 thousand dollars.
Also will they be able to save the ranch and maybe have a second chance at love. Check it out. I loved the book and think you will too.
February 19, 2021
Rescuing Harmony Ranch by Jennie Marts is a delightful story of family and friendship and what happens when two meant to be people are reunited. Jocelyn Stone spent most of her childhood living at Harmony Ranch in Harmony Creek, Colorado. It is a living history ranch filled with artisans and volunteers. When her mother and grandmother had cross words, she was whipped away from her country home to the bustle of New York City. Finishing her senior year and then matriculating through college, Jocelyn now works for a big advertising company in NYC and soon her marketing degree and experience should land her a nice promotion.
Then she receives a phone call from her beloved grandmother asking for her help. Her grandmother, Molly Stone, has fallen and broken her leg and needs Jocelyn to come back to Harmony Ranch to help her in the initial days of her recuperation. Quickly packing and getting a few weeks leave from her boss, Andrea, Jocelyn maxes out her credit card to get to her grandmother’s side. Arriving jet lagged and tired, the last thing she expected was coming in contact with her childhood love, Mack Talbot.
Mack has taken over the role of caretaker and blacksmith at Harmony Ranch. They had drifted apart when Jocelyn moved, neither receiving letters from the other only to figure out now the obvious intervention of her mother in keeping them apart. However, that doesn’t change the fact that, soon after high school, he married a girl that stayed with him less than a year. Nor does it change the fact that Jocelyn has been married to her work with only the end goal of promotion.
The two of them learn together that Jocelyn’s grandmother needs much more than assistance while recovering, she needs the two of them to make the annual spring festival more successful than ever before. Soon after the festival, Molly has a balloon payment on the mortgage due for much more than the festival has ever earned. They are all in danger of loosing the Harmony Ranch and their livelihoods. This story will share how these two unite to save her grandmother’s ranch and may just save themselves in the process.
This is a well scripted plot with endearing characters in a lovely mountain setting. I very much enjoyed this story and I do recommend it!
Then she receives a phone call from her beloved grandmother asking for her help. Her grandmother, Molly Stone, has fallen and broken her leg and needs Jocelyn to come back to Harmony Ranch to help her in the initial days of her recuperation. Quickly packing and getting a few weeks leave from her boss, Andrea, Jocelyn maxes out her credit card to get to her grandmother’s side. Arriving jet lagged and tired, the last thing she expected was coming in contact with her childhood love, Mack Talbot.
Mack has taken over the role of caretaker and blacksmith at Harmony Ranch. They had drifted apart when Jocelyn moved, neither receiving letters from the other only to figure out now the obvious intervention of her mother in keeping them apart. However, that doesn’t change the fact that, soon after high school, he married a girl that stayed with him less than a year. Nor does it change the fact that Jocelyn has been married to her work with only the end goal of promotion.
The two of them learn together that Jocelyn’s grandmother needs much more than assistance while recovering, she needs the two of them to make the annual spring festival more successful than ever before. Soon after the festival, Molly has a balloon payment on the mortgage due for much more than the festival has ever earned. They are all in danger of loosing the Harmony Ranch and their livelihoods. This story will share how these two unite to save her grandmother’s ranch and may just save themselves in the process.
This is a well scripted plot with endearing characters in a lovely mountain setting. I very much enjoyed this story and I do recommend it!
February 21, 2021
Hallmark's first book entry of 2021...will not disappoint. Jocelyn is up for a big promotion at her job but must return home to Harmony Creek when her grandmother has an accident. Upon returning home, she encounters former love, Mack. a blacksmith--and quite a handsome one at that--and a big problem regarding Harmony Ranch. To save the ranch, Mack and Jocelyn must work together--and better understand each other's worlds--to get the job done.
If there was ever a perfect example of two worlds colliding, Rescuing Harmony Ranch does a great job showing that: Mack's world involving a ranch depicting life in the early 1900s verses Jocelyn's modern-age world of social media, phones, and even emojis (if you read the book you'll get a kick out of why I mention that thought too). I loved the character development, Jocelyn and Mack's grandmothers were a hoot, you get a little history to boot...and it's just plain fun. Your, of course, typical Hallmark read but an exquisite one bringing smiles, laughs, some nostalgia, and some good life lessons to ponder. Jennie Marts writes more Hallmark books? I will definitely be checking them out.
So if you love some history, some past love drama, a fun save the day story, and a little romance, go get yourself a copy of Rescuing Harmony Ranch. Don't forget the recipe at the end of the book too!
I received this book for free from Hallmark Publishing and BookFunnel in exchange for an honest review.
If there was ever a perfect example of two worlds colliding, Rescuing Harmony Ranch does a great job showing that: Mack's world involving a ranch depicting life in the early 1900s verses Jocelyn's modern-age world of social media, phones, and even emojis (if you read the book you'll get a kick out of why I mention that thought too). I loved the character development, Jocelyn and Mack's grandmothers were a hoot, you get a little history to boot...and it's just plain fun. Your, of course, typical Hallmark read but an exquisite one bringing smiles, laughs, some nostalgia, and some good life lessons to ponder. Jennie Marts writes more Hallmark books? I will definitely be checking them out.
So if you love some history, some past love drama, a fun save the day story, and a little romance, go get yourself a copy of Rescuing Harmony Ranch. Don't forget the recipe at the end of the book too!
I received this book for free from Hallmark Publishing and BookFunnel in exchange for an honest review.
February 21, 2021
Rescuing Harmony Ranch by Jennie Marts
Published by Hallmark publishing
Pub date 23/2/2021
Plot- Jocelyn drops her life in New York when her grandmother caller her for help. She takes a leave from her job and rushes to Harmony Creek Colorado. On reaching she not only needs to help her Grandma from loosing the Harmony Ranch to bank but also face her ex – her first love her best friend Mack who is now the caretaker of the ranch. They will now have to work closely together in order to save the ranch by will they give themselves a second chance too??
This is a beautiful clean story about second chances, matchmaking grannies, meddling dog and loads of fun filled activities which one sees at a local annual spring festival.
For me- Hallmark movies have always been my go to movies when I need to destress and forget about what’s going around. So when I came to know that this book is published by Hallmark publishing I had to read it!! It was just delightful to read it. I loved how they described the entire spring festival. It was absolutely endearing to see the locals all pitch in to help in times of need.
I can totally see this becoming a movie in near future !!
ARC was provided by netgalley in exchange for my honest unbiased review.
Published by Hallmark publishing
Pub date 23/2/2021
Plot- Jocelyn drops her life in New York when her grandmother caller her for help. She takes a leave from her job and rushes to Harmony Creek Colorado. On reaching she not only needs to help her Grandma from loosing the Harmony Ranch to bank but also face her ex – her first love her best friend Mack who is now the caretaker of the ranch. They will now have to work closely together in order to save the ranch by will they give themselves a second chance too??
This is a beautiful clean story about second chances, matchmaking grannies, meddling dog and loads of fun filled activities which one sees at a local annual spring festival.
For me- Hallmark movies have always been my go to movies when I need to destress and forget about what’s going around. So when I came to know that this book is published by Hallmark publishing I had to read it!! It was just delightful to read it. I loved how they described the entire spring festival. It was absolutely endearing to see the locals all pitch in to help in times of need.
I can totally see this becoming a movie in near future !!
ARC was provided by netgalley in exchange for my honest unbiased review.
February 17, 2021
This was a fun book from Hallmark Publishing and included the elements I’ve come to expect in a Hallmark book: a spunky heroine, a hunky hero, a good reason to keep them apart, but a fun time watching them fall in love and figure out a way to be together anyway.
Jocelyn and Mack were childhood sweethearts in Colorado, until her mother moved her to New York City. Their love story ended, although neither forgot the other. It’s been a decade, and when Jocelyn’s grandmother needs her help, Jocelyn drops everything to fly back to the ranch. After finding out the ranch is in trouble, Joss and Mack are forced to work together to save it. And they find out they still have feelings for each other. But how can they make a relationship work when her life is in New York and his in Colorado?
I enjoyed this entry in the Country and Cowboys series from Hallmark Publishing. I’ve read at least one other in the series, too. This was well written, and Jocelyn and Mack are both strong characters. There’s one cliched plot element I saw from the beginning and wished hadn’t been used, but I guess the author and her brainstorming team couldn’t find a way to keep the couple apart without using it.
Overall, I liked this one a lot and I recommend it!
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I received a free electronic copy of this book from the publisher, but it did not induce me to review it, favorably or not.
Jocelyn and Mack were childhood sweethearts in Colorado, until her mother moved her to New York City. Their love story ended, although neither forgot the other. It’s been a decade, and when Jocelyn’s grandmother needs her help, Jocelyn drops everything to fly back to the ranch. After finding out the ranch is in trouble, Joss and Mack are forced to work together to save it. And they find out they still have feelings for each other. But how can they make a relationship work when her life is in New York and his in Colorado?
I enjoyed this entry in the Country and Cowboys series from Hallmark Publishing. I’ve read at least one other in the series, too. This was well written, and Jocelyn and Mack are both strong characters. There’s one cliched plot element I saw from the beginning and wished hadn’t been used, but I guess the author and her brainstorming team couldn’t find a way to keep the couple apart without using it.
Overall, I liked this one a lot and I recommend it!
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I received a free electronic copy of this book from the publisher, but it did not induce me to review it, favorably or not.
February 23, 2021
I have been reading Jennie's books from the very beginning of her Page Turners series and she just keeps getting better with each new story. Her characters seem more like old friends than characters in a book. I have fallen madly in love with her heroes and I can relate to the feelings of her heroines. She really brings her characters to life. When I finish one of Jennie's books, I anxiously await the next. Rescuing Harmony Ranch is a sweet story of second chances, filled with love, humor, and good friends. I highly recommend it! Trust me, you can't go wrong with a book by Jennie Marts!
February 23, 2021
If you are a fan of Hallmark movies as well as second chance loves, you are in for a treat reading Rescuing Harmony Ranch by Jennie Marts. Taking place on a living ranch in Colorado, this story has wonderful characters who give us lessons about family, love and life. I received an ARC for my honest review. Highly recommended.
February 19, 2021
A sweet second chance that will fill your heart!! Mack and Jocelyn ‘s story is so sweet and engaging you will not be able to put it down. What made this one of my favorites is the family theme that runs throughout the story. The Grams were so much fun. I got a kick out of Savage and his antics! It also was so heartwarming to see everyone including Mrs. Krandle (secretly) working so hard for a ranch that means so much to their community. This was a fun story perfect to read to escape the craziness going on in the world.
February 23, 2021
Jocelyn finds herself back home in Colorado when her Grandmother breaks her leg. What she doesn’t realize is that her first love Mack works on her Grandmothers ranch as the blacksmith. Mack sure knows how to be romantic even if voicing how he feels proves hard for him. I found this one incredibly well written romance that will make you swoon.
February 24, 2021
5 LOVING STARS!! You can't get much better then a sweet perfect book from thus author. This story put a smile on my face with feel good moments all the way through. This author has a way with her words....you must read this book.
February 13, 2021
A new author for me and I enjoyed every minute of the story! I laughed at the dog's antics, cried at the difficult decisions this couple faced and cheered at the success of the fundraisers to save Garmin Ranch.
This second chance romance is worth a read. Jocelyn and Mark have been friends since they were 10 years old. Her mother moved her to NY from the living history ranch in Colorado where she lives with her grandparents, when she was 17. She wrote Mack as they promised each other, but never got a response. He met someone else and married on the rebound, divorcing within 1 year. Jocelyn called her grandmother often but told her to never mention Mack.
Jump ahead 10years, and when grandma is injured in a car accident, Jocelyn doesn't hesitate to return home. Now the old feelings surface as Mack and Jocelyn work closely together to save Harmony Ranch. A great second chance romance you'll want to read.
I received a free ARC eBook from Net Galley and the publisher in exchange for my honest opinions.
This second chance romance is worth a read. Jocelyn and Mark have been friends since they were 10 years old. Her mother moved her to NY from the living history ranch in Colorado where she lives with her grandparents, when she was 17. She wrote Mack as they promised each other, but never got a response. He met someone else and married on the rebound, divorcing within 1 year. Jocelyn called her grandmother often but told her to never mention Mack.
Jump ahead 10years, and when grandma is injured in a car accident, Jocelyn doesn't hesitate to return home. Now the old feelings surface as Mack and Jocelyn work closely together to save Harmony Ranch. A great second chance romance you'll want to read.
I received a free ARC eBook from Net Galley and the publisher in exchange for my honest opinions.
February 14, 2021
Beautifully captures life in the country where the world moves a bit slower and neighbors were like family. Jocelyn and Mack grew up together hanging out and working at Harmony Ranch, a living historical museum. Years have past after Jocelyn moved to NYC and she is sent back home to help her grandmother. Old wounds are opened when she works with Mack, but maybe those wounds can heal with maturity and young love. They are sweet and adorable with their competitions for everything, love for the ranch and subtle romantic gestures. This is one of the best second chance romance books I’ve read in a while, wonderful characters that can carry on a loving relationship without getting farther than hand holding and kisses. It’s a book for any age. I was thankful to receive an early copy through Netgalley and wrote my review voluntarily.
February 13, 2021
A charming and delightful second chance romance. The grandmothers are all a hoot. The dogs are adorable. I laughed. I cried. It is a quick and entertaining tale. Thanks to the publisher for providing a copy via NetGalley. I can certainly see it as a Hallmark movie.
February 23, 2021
This story would be a wonderful additional to anyone's library. Refreshing and entertaining, it keeps the reader engaged until the end. Wonderful wonderful story!
January 21, 2021
Do you enjoy short romantic stories?
Author: Jennie Marts
Genre: Romance
Netgalley ARC
Publishing date: Feb 23rd 2021
Rating:5/5
There's nothing I enjoy more than a feel good romance. The one you know from the start it's going to make you believe in forever love.
Rescuing Harmony Ranch is just that. It's the story of puppy love that transcend time and distance.
Jocelyn and Mack are perfect for each other. They've been apart for 10 year but now they are forced to come together to save the ranch and sparks fly from the get go.
This book is sweet and full of love. It truly gives the feel of a community that cares for one another.
The side characters are adorable both grandmas stole my heart and I have to say more often than not my stomach rumbled with the descriptions of the recipes.
If you enjoy quick read feel good romance this is the book for you.
Author: Jennie Marts
Genre: Romance
Netgalley ARC
Publishing date: Feb 23rd 2021
Rating:5/5
There's nothing I enjoy more than a feel good romance. The one you know from the start it's going to make you believe in forever love.
Rescuing Harmony Ranch is just that. It's the story of puppy love that transcend time and distance.
Jocelyn and Mack are perfect for each other. They've been apart for 10 year but now they are forced to come together to save the ranch and sparks fly from the get go.
This book is sweet and full of love. It truly gives the feel of a community that cares for one another.
The side characters are adorable both grandmas stole my heart and I have to say more often than not my stomach rumbled with the descriptions of the recipes.
If you enjoy quick read feel good romance this is the book for you.
January 22, 2021
Rescuing Harmony Ranch is more than just rescuing the ranch, it also rescues Mack and Jocelyn. The second chance romance is a heartfelt read that gives all the feels. Years apart did nothing to keep their love at bay, they are a couple meant to be together. The author really puts the reader in the small town scene with her characters and I would love to meet Molly who seems like such a character. I've seen many Hallmark movies, but this book has topped every one of them. I look forward to see what this author has to offer in the future along with Hallmark publishing because this one exceeded all of my expectations.
*Review is based on an ARC provided by publisher via NetGalley
*Review is based on an ARC provided by publisher via NetGalley
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