A Hallmark Movie in the making...A MUST READ!
933623
I received an ARC in exchange for an honest review. I love it, absolutely love this book. It's your modern day fairytale when Cinderella meets her handsome prince.  Ella works at her familys inn and resort as a maid, because her cruel and evil stepmother is currently running it.  It's been a while since I actually read a book where I wanted to reach into the book and strangle a character, who in this case is none other than Mommy Dearest, Delores I.E.: evil stepmother.  On a great note, I love how Ella and Jace are together throughout the book. I can actually see this book becoming a Hallmark Moviehint hint KristaIt has everything from sexual tension to laughter, friendship and everything in between. I absolutely love it. Can't wait to read more of your work, Thank you Krista Lakes!
3653825
This was exactly the kind of holiday book I want to read this time of year. It reminded me of the Hallmark Channel movies that Ive been watching non-stop since the beginning of December. I adored every single one of the characters. They had all experienced a loss of some kind, some more heartbreaking then others. They all had issues they needed to work through and it was great to see Gail and Christina depend on each other to make it through. Nathaniel was adorable and fun. And Will, well he melted my heart anyway, but seeing him with Nathaniel made him all that more swoonworthy.

I really loved Will and Christina and their journey together. They fought the connection, gave into the connection and then tried to fight it some more. They were perfect for each other and it was great to see them realize it. I loved the epilogue. It was the perfect way to wrap up this book and this family.

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2267106
Very different from other Hallmark movies. It doesn't follow the standard format. A young reporter goes to interview an elderly woman who goes to sit in the train station every year on Valentine's Day. Her new husband had left on Valentine's Day to serve in the Pacific Theatre in WWII. She received a telegram that said he was MIA. She immediately grabbed hold of a thread of hope and declared, "Missing is not Dead." So for the next 70 years she went back to that same train station to wait for his return. The young reporter manages to use her connections to try and find out what happened to the missing soldier all those years ago. I won't tell you what they learned or how things transpired from there. Don't want to ruin it for you. I'll just say that Betty White is a lived it.fabulous actress, except for the most crucial scene. She didn't have to act that one - she's lived it, and I think relived it for this movie.
This is by far my all time favourite Hallmark film.
4238255
i had previously watched the movie on the Hallmark Channel and I loved it.  so I decided to read the book and it is even better than the movie. a short great story to read on a cold day
2812957
This book is another one that reminded me of the perfect storyline for a Hallmark Christmas movie. I would have liked to dig deeper into Sam and Hannah. I liked them enough, especially together. I just know there was more to both of them than the little bit we got to see. I liked that we got to see some of their life together after the end and that it wasn't just a fade to black as soon as they found their way back to each other.

This was a quick, sweet read that is perfect for curling up by the fire. I liked the idea of Creighton Falls and look forward to maybe reading more in this series as it is written.

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325687
Wow! Thats all I can say about this book, it is a sweet love story set at Christmas time. If this was a hallmark Christmas movie Id watch it every year. In fact it should be a hallmark Christmas movie. I loved it so much I couldn't put it down, in a world of romance books that are more erotic than story this book breaks the mould with is sweet romance and loving tale. Definitely a must read at this time of year.
This review was written on behalf of Amos book corner.
3720098
Take a heart wrenching backstory, a desperate, zany heroine (ala Julia Roberts in My Best Friend's Wedding), a clueless, chauvinistic hunk (ala Gerard Butler in The Ugly Truth), a whacky cast of supporting characters, and a great, eclectic soundtrack, and what do you have? A two thumbs up chick flick - which this should totally be! Hello! Hallmark Channel!
2093632
I so loved reading this story.  I did have one problem with it, however.  I couldn't put it down!  I'll admit that I'm a romantic at heart and truly love modern retellings of old favorites.  I loved the heroine, Eliza.  I wanted to strangle Mo-No with my own hands.  And I got caught with a goofy grin on my face when I found similarities between Henry and my husband (no kidding!).  I was totally sucked in and expecting the plot to follow the original "My Fair Lady" story, but was thrilled with the little twists that Jennifer Griffith, the author, kept throwing into the story.  All ends well and I came away feeling happy and thinking what a great Hallmark Hall of Fame movie "My Fair Aussie" would be ....
299556
This was a fun, quick holiday read with relatable high school kids. Charlotte (Charlie) wants to have the perfect date for Noelle's holiday party. She and her bff Morgan rig the newspaper's Secret Santa drawing so she has over a week to convince quarterback star Teo that she is the perfect date. Charlie enlists the help of Teo's cousin JD to choose the perfect gifts. Naturally, JD winds up not being as dumb as she thought and Charlie has a lot of decisions to make in this romantic comedy.  The Hallmark channel should be all over this one.
3123659
My wife and I have decided that no matter how many kids we raise, no matter how many dirty diapers we change, no matter how many toys we step on or trip over, this movie will see us through the darkest of days. Hallmark reminds us that somewhere, perhaps in a B&B in Pennsylvania theres hope, a little magic, and a goat named Gabby. Thank you Hallmark.
3584616
Summer and Cole's story could have been a movie. This was a book about a movie but I could see this whole book BEING a movie! The sexual tension was through the roof, the relationships were interesting and fun to watch develop. While reading, it wasn't entirely clear as to why Summer was hated so much but we slowly got her story as the rest of the book developed. The characters themselves had a lot going on in their lives (or not) and I found myself cheering them on and hoping for a good outcome! This book was moving, super sweet, at times frustrating, and a really FANTASTIC read!
1802665
I wasn't really sure what this was about, but felt like I couldn't be disappointed with a Hallmark choice -
and I wasn't! The relationship and coming of age issues are dealt with straight up, The acting is well
done, and the plot arc very hopeful. Even the worst events (so it would seem) can have a silver lining.
3390793
I requested this book to review before I realized the chicken came before the egg. This was a movie first, and a book later. I was a little concerned before I turned the first page. However, my concern was unfounded. This is a really good book. It read well and was definitely a page turner. What a great surprise!

Author Chris Fabry has written this book based on the motion picture screenplay by Richard L. Ramsey.  The Song is a fictionalized retelling of the Song of Solomon from the Bible. It is set in todays time and has a wonderful message for single, dating, and married people. The Song is a story of love, regret, forgiveness, and new beginnings.

I love the way the story of Rose and Jed is told.  It was sweet and captivating. I found myself rooting for them from the beginning and hoping for the best outcome. There were definitely times in the story that I became frustrated with the decisions the characters were making, but each turn of events made the story real and relevant. My favorite moments were in the earlier pages, where we witness Jed and Rose meeting and falling in love.

I am so excited to see this movie! If you haven't read the book or seen the movie, add it to your list for 2015. I loved it. I was given a complimentary copy of this book by its publisher in exchange for an honest review. I have not been compensated and all opinions are my own.
285822
Hallmark movie...for sure!  This book is super cute and heartwarming.  It is a fun romance for people of all ages.  If you love Christmas and Christmas trees, this is the perfect, fast read.  Will warm your heart and bring tears to your eyes.  Patricia
924942
This sweet story was a good read...I couldn't put it down. I would love to see this story come to life on the Hallmark Channel!
286219
THIS IS TRULY A LIFETIME MOVIE IN ITS FIRST STAGE.  I CAN SEE THIS NOVEL MAKING IT TO THE BIG SCREEN ONE DAY!

TO ALL THE LIFETIME MOVIE WATCHERS, YOU WILL LOVE THIS ONE!

Sonya Sparks's debut novel sets a good #1 seller out there. Bianca, Ashland's mother, thought she could get back at Jordan's father, for not wanting her exclusively (per his current ENGAGE - MENT) by hurting the kids indirectly.  Little did she know the deception she'd tried so hard to cover up would eventually reveal itself completely.

The Kids - Ashland, daughter of Bianca, has a huge high school crush/relationship on Jordan, Tylen's grandson.  They are inseparable.  Pregnancy arises in their relationship causing the fire of a mother's rage, deceit, hatefulness and down right ugly revenge tactics to increase (yes, they were already in play).  The puppy love relationship is severed completely by of course the deceitful witch, or so she thought.  Jordan was sent off to a new home and school in order for Ashland feelings to come to an abrupt halt.  Life continues on for a couple of years even after graduation.  The two of them find themselves re-acquainted and the feelings they once had for each other rekindles, making it hard for Bianca to feel like she's won this sick game.

Bianca will stop at nothing to see these two together for her own sick pride.  She does everything in her power (legal and illegal) to not allow her daughter to be truly happy with her childhood sweetheart.

I think I have revealed enough for you to want to go ahead and purchase this book. A GREAT, GREAT, GREAT READ!!!

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If you enjoyed "Foxfire" or "The Dollmaker", you will love this too. If you have seen this already be sure to check the other two I mentioned. Susan Cooper is an outstanding writer to have written such great stories of how people cope with lifes events. Some wonderful and some heartbreaking, we learn to move on and embrace the best of what we have had and lost. Cronyn and Tandy are perfect for their roles and will draw you into this story as though it happened to you. This is one of the best Hallmark has to offer. I watched this and "Foxfire" with my mom a couple years after my dad passed away. I have to say they both had a profound affect on me. They will heighten your appreciation for your parents. I highly recommend it.