Heartwarming and Sweet
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This is the story of Levi and Seth, the main characters.  I choose to read this book because I love Mathew Ortiz writing.  His writing is always  sweet, and very funny at time.  I like a good laugh, but is also sweet because it is a very well written love story.  There will also be some strong and traumatic events in this book as well, so fair warning.  I won't get into it, just read the book, it is worth it!  However, it you haven't done any book on this series, start with "Love and Salvage:  Loving Emmett"  Thank you, Matt, for this beautiful book!
2768523
I enjoyed this short, sweet, heartwarming Christmas story. Even though it's a sequel, it didn't matter that I hadn't read the earlier novel.
411774
This is a lovely, sweet and warm read.  It won't make your heart beat faster, but it will touch your heart with moments so real and feelings so true you'll need a few tissues on hand.
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Not only is this lovely story heartwarming, but we learn along the way.  Work at home, handsome but lonely man, Jack,  has adopted a sweet 7 Yr. old girl, Mia,  and they are settling into their new life.  Tyson works at the Animal shelter and loves his work.  He has a knack for finding perfect matches of people and pets.  When beautiful black man, Tyson sees the white guy and brown skinned girl, he goes over to help.  He figures there is a story there, and there is.  They adopt a dog, and in the process, little Mia gets to understand her adoption better.  The dog helps her tremendously to come out of her shell and begin to enjoy her life.  Meanwhile, Tyson and Jack are attracted to one another.  We get to see their inner struggles as they heal also.  Of course we get some terrific hot sexiness, too !  Different things are also happening, like the lack of funds for the shelter, so we get a great story to go along with the wonderful characters.
This tale is not extremely deep, but it's heartwarming and makes you feel good, with the M/M romance, the family formed and all are better off than when they began.
ENJOY !
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It's a less than 3 hour read.
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4 stars

Leave The Night On by Laura Trentham was a sweet, fun and heartwarming read.

The writing was well done, the storyline kept me turning the pages and I enjoyed watching Sutton and Wyatt's relationship develop.

Wyatt was a sweetheart, I loved his honesty, his big heart and how much of himself he gives to the people he loves and cares for.
Sutton took a little longer for me to like, the more time I spent in her head the more she grew on me.
By then end of the book I had no doubt these two were going to have a long and happy life together.

Leave The Night On introduces us to the Abbott brothers and for me the brothers relationship added to my overall enjoyment. Each brother brings something to the book and I'm looking forward to watching them find their own happily ever after.

In closing, Leave The Night On is a good addition to the Cottonbloom series, each book can be read as a standalone and I highly recommend them all.
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This is just a heartwarming sweet story. Easy to get through, not your fast paced thriller, but just a very enjoyable read. I really liked it, its wellwritten and keeps you interested.
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Santa's Angels is a heartwarming story.  I haven't been a big fan of "romance" novels, but this is a cute love story that leaves the reader feeling satisfied when finished.
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Coles Perfect Puppy is one of the sweetest little books Ive ever read that is aimed at young children that are starting to read chapter books. Its a story about a little boy who desperately wants a particular red coated puppy from the pet store but he cant afford it. He gets a job at the store in hopes of saving enough money to eventually buy the puppy. Of course there are a few hiccups along the way but this is truly a feel good story that is all about kindness, the importance of family, and faith. It is, as the author readily states, a Christian book but it is never preachy or overdone. There are some bible quotes and a prayer but they fit nicely in with the story. Its nice to see faith included in a childrens book and I would love to read this to my little niece or have her read it when she is able to do so. The characters and their relationships with each other are very realistic. I love Coles relationship with his brother, Caleb. Its sweet and shows how two little boys depend on each other even though there may be small squabbles. Cole is a kind little boy who befriends Rachel, a little girl who has her own struggles and is need of a friend. Theres a nice part in the story when Cole wants to sit with Rachel but Caleb warns him off, saying he doesnt want to be seen with her because others make fun of her. Cole doesnt listen to Caleb and a lovely friendship blossoms. There are lots of these sorts of teaching moments throughout the book.
 Coles Perfect Puppy is the perfect length for those beginning to read chapter books. Its quite short but still has an entertaining and complete story. There are a few places where the editing should be cleaned up a bit in regards to punctuation and the placement of paragraphs but it formatted to my ereader well and is overall well done. The story may also benefit from a few illustrations scattered throughout the story. The cover is sweet and fits the style of the book.
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Heartwarming and poignant this is perfect for the holidays. Sweet and spicy, the story is a feel good romance. A very enjoyable read. I voluntarily reviewed an ARC.
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A sweet story of love and grace. Such a heartwarming book full of unexpected  surprises. I recommend this great book.
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First in the McCray Family series about dogs; it's a cute, warm Christmas story for animal lovers. (And a 2009 Hallmark Hall of Fame movie.)

My Take
Oh, this was just so sweet. This was a great family with wonderful values. And tremendous patience.

Some of the sentences were a bit amateurish, but the overall effect was very uplifting. Do pay attention to the prologue as the story is all about Jake/Christmas; I don't feel that Kincaid brought this connection together very well. I didn't catch on until I went back to look over my notes to write this review.

My one annoyance with this story is Kincaid's reason for dad not wanting Todd to get the dog. It's been forty frickin' years!! And no dog can live as long as a human.

There was a huge chunk spent on relating a McCray family tradition that went back to George's grandfather and snow removal. When I read the bit at the back about Kincaid's writing this story, it makes more sense why this is in here; he needed to make the story longer and that's pretty much about all it does. Sure, it is a warm tale and it certainly got me hungry, but it's just here for filler, just like the prologue.

I did appreciate dad's patience at the shelter as Todd carefully "interviewed" each dog. Very sweet and I could wish this acceptance occurred in more families.

That family dinner cracked me up. Dad really put his foot in it and the kids got him back but good. Although, dad did have his own bit of revenge that went down well.

By the time we finally get to the point of the story, it unfolds nicely, and you wish it would just keep going. It's this part that makes the ending all the more emotional. God knows I was crying.

The Story
The local shelter is promoting a Christmas dog program which allows people to temporarily adopt a dog for the Christmas holidays. And it's something that Todd just has his heart set on. It's something his dad is equally set against. He wants nothing more to do with dogs. He's had too many bad experiences with loss and doesn't want to go through it again.

Todd and Mary Ann do manage to get him to agree, and it's events after this that are the real heart of this story.

The Characters
Jake is a big, older, very well-trained black Lab who just comes and goes as he pleases. Tucker was the dog who died while McCray was in Vietnam. Good Charlie is the dog in Vietnam who saved McCray's life. Ruthie is a pregnant dachshund.

George McCray is a fourth generation farmer in Kansas and not a fast thinker. He's happy with his life, although he's got some trauma leftover from Vietnam. Mary Ann McCray is his wife, and she teaches English at the high school. Twenty-year-old Todd is the youngest of their five kids and he's mentally disabled. And I just love the McCrays' approach with Todd. It's just so perfect that I want to cry.

"...the Midwest testing site for the Todd Paint Company."

Hannah is their daughter and recently divorced with no children. Jonathan is the oldest, a finish carpenter married to his high school sweetheart, with three boys. Ryan is the second oldest with a quiet nature. Thomas is the third oldest and just as cheeky as the rest.

Hayley Donaldson is in charge at the Cherokee County Animal Shelter. Hank is their 80-year-old neighbor who works a dairy farm; Jean is his wife.

Brenda Lewis is a newscaster for Channel 5.

The Cover
The cover is very heartwarming with a big red barn with outbuildings all lit up with bright orange-yellow lights surrounded by naked trees and a fir and snow piled everywhere. That time of day when it's turning to night and the sky is that pretty bluish purple. Front and in our face is Christmas himself with his head cocked and a questioning look on the black Lab's face. I liked the vertical trim of snowflakes going up the sides.

The title is all about A Dog Named Christmas and the changes he incites.
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Wayne and Sami just missed being high school sweethearts, and both of them married others. But decades later, it seems it's never too late for true love.  Part of the joy of this sweet and warm-hearted tale is the small town community, the rituals and celebrations, the way people take care of each other. The end of this story was no surprise, but it got me anyway. It made my eyes tear up a little as I sighed with happiness .
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This is such a feel good story. I really enjoyed the character descriptions and incredible scenery descriptions making it all so easy to visualise.
The romance is a is sweet and touching. It is a fast paced book that leaves you feeling terrific.
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4.5 Stars 
Heartwarming and sweet. Staci completely sucked me into the story with her words, I couldn't get enough!

Charlie is a single father of two small children. Nine months earlier his life fell apart when his wife betrayed him and selfishly abandoned their family. He was broken, and he threw himself even more into his work, spending less time with his children. The sudden departure of his current nanny has him scrambling to find another through the agency and once Hannah enters his home, something about her just feels right.

Hannah is an au pair from Holland and has only been in the United States for a short time. Her first experience in the country and as a nanny was not good, and she almost finds herself having to pack her bags to return home. But as luck would have it, the Parker family needs an immediate nanny and when Hannah meets Charlie and his children, she feels safe within the walls of their home. Charlie seems straight with his words, there are no lies behind his eyes, and Hannahs instincts tell her she can trust him. So, when Charlie offers her the position of being his childrens nanny, she says yes without hesitation.

Hannah and Charlie connect easily, and they can both feel themselves toeing the line as their feelings begin to change from friendly to something more. I enjoyed the experience as the characters grew and developed throughout the story both individually and as a couple. Charlie wanted to be there more for his children and Hannah entering his life had given him the push he needed to make it happen. Their relationship was sweet, tender and sexy. I fell in love with them as they fell in love with each other.

A Little Too Late is filled with heart and emotion, I enjoyed losing myself within the pages for the few short hours it took me to finish the story. If you love nanny romance or just a sweet story of two people finding love and the feeling of belonging, this is for you.
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This book made me smile from beginning to end. Plus who doesn't love puppies right? Who doesn't have that crush from high school that doesn't remember you or you feel like could be the one that got away?  Willa and Keane just make you root for them from the start. It also goes to show you that people change and grow up and that you can't judge a book by it's cover. No one is perfect and neither is love. If it was perfect and easy everyone would have it. This is an endearing and sweet story that makes your heart happy and gives you hope that their is someone special for everyone.
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Reminiscent of an episode of Little House on the Prairie, Romancing Olive gives the reader a satisfying feeling with its sweetness and message of age not mattering in matters of love and that it's never too late to start living until your last breath.  With a memorable cast of characters experiencing realistic emotions and life events this is a story that gives you lots of warm fuzzy feelings.

Olive Wilkins has lived by societies rules her whole life which has left her alone and living each day like the last until the death of her brother has her coming to the country to raise her niece and nephew and discovering many unpleasant truths.  She never realized there was so much cruelty and betrayal in the world until discovering the circumstances behind her brother's death and how uncaring his in-laws are when they want something they can't have.  The only thing she can rely on is farmer Jacob Butler who's been caring for her niece and nephew as well as his own children on his own.  I admire how she immediately dives in to do what must be done to care for the children.  She's not afraid of hard work or fighting for what she knows is best.  She came dressed in the trappings of an uptight spinster but once she starts REALLY living she realizes that the pristine image she always projected is unimportant.  By living without all the rules others expected of her has made her look and feel younger as well as given her a brighter future.  She's opened her heart to possibilities and emotions that will now lead her to a HEA.

Jacob Butler is a formidable match for Olive.  He's hard working and doesn't obsess over the trappings of perfection.  He's too busy struggling to make ends meet and care for his kids as best he can.  After the death of his wife he never thought to love again, but Olive does things unexpected to his heart, body, and mind that has him rethinking his future.  I adored Jacob and how gruff he was at first but slowly started showing a flirty side as his attraction to Olive grew.  His jealousy over the sheriff's attention towards Olive was humorous and demonstrated his affections in so many subtle ways.  Seeing him struggle over admitting his feelings for fear of hurting his dead wife brought a tear to my eye and made the emotional impact of the story even deeper.

There was a constant sexual tension between him and Olive that resulted in some heart stopping kisses and a tame sexual interlude.  So fans of "sweet" romances will find this book perfect for them.  The children were a pleasant addition with realistic speech and actions.  Normally I find kids in a story distracting, but not here.  They were each unique and brought out the best in Olive and Jacob and played subtle matchmakers.  This was a satisfying romance with a setting that drew you in and characters you can't help but like.  While the story dragged on a bit longer than necessary I still found much to enjoy and characters to root for.  Holly Bush shows much promise and I'll be on the lookout for more books by her.
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This was a very hopeful and sweet story, I enjoyed so much.

It had a simple plot, but the way the author was able to transmit Curt and Yancys emotions was so beautiful. I liked both main characters, they were sweet, compassionate and even though they were introducing the reader into a, sometimes, hard to read subject, they were able to keep an attitude that brought hope.

The way a relationship start building in such a difficult situation was a nice thing to see. I feel it was a great job to make it as believable as it was, it didn't seemed forced and I got to feel how much they care for each other.

It was a very interesting book. The first I read from this author, but certainly not the last, I am impressed how nicely the subject was address. It was beautiful to read. Ill be looking for more books from the author.