As director of the local animal shelter, Brooke Redding is used to being the one doing the rescuing. But when a freak winter storm endangers her animals with sub-freezing temperatures and enough snow to constitute a Mississippi blizzard, she’s in the market for a miracle.Hayden Garrow wants nothing more than to be her hero. With four-wheel drive, an empty barn, and a crush on Brooke that goes … that goes back to junior high, he’s got a plan to save all her furry charges. They’ve just got to survive icy roads, canine labor, and a pair of matchmaking octogenarians to get there.
What’s the worst that could happen in this snowbound Southern romance?
This story is a crossover with the Wishful series.
“Meet cute” is a term used to describe a situation in which a future romantic couple meets for the first time. Meet Cute Romance is a series of romantic shorts celebrating the possibilities of that first meeting.
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I found myself cracking up about the opening scenes of this story depicting snow in the South – how people can’t drive, school closings amidst a minor sprinkling of flurries, the thought of putting snow in a jar for show-n-tell, the inevitable grocery store chaos fighting over bread and milk as if the sustainer of all life, and could also so relate to the struggles parents face with homework & the hair-pulling challenge of having to learn “new math” vs. good old-fashioned long division. It was as if the author was in my hometown!!! I so loved the analogy about driving Grandma to church (won’t explain so as to not be a spoiler but sooo cute!). Kait Nolan consistently captures the special nature of small town Southern living while bringing to life the very people that make small towns the special places that they are. In Once Upon a Rescue, Brooke has sworn off men having committed to a “man diet” and instead pours her heart and soul into finding homes for rescue animals at her shelter. Things heat up in more ways than one when Hayden comes to the rescue to offer the use of his barn since the shelter isn’t properly insulated amidst this severe winter storm and the animals might otherwise die. Kait allows things to slowly percolate between Brooke and Hayden who has had a long-standing crush on Brooke dating back to their days in school together while leaving you wanting for more but in the best way. As always, Kait delivers the best of romance, this time in the midst of some cuddly, playful friends who are sure to touch your heart as well! I now want a puppy-wuppy and can’t wait for Kait’s next book!
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This is about Wishful, Mississippi in December. They were having a snow storm coming in tonight and Brooke Redding had an animal rescue to save . She went to the town wishing well an asked for a miracle. Haden Garrow is a firefighter in the town and he stepped up to help. This is a clean well written story and I highly recommend reading this book.I love this series.
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I can never find fault with the author’s characters, or the background of the town of Wishful! Once again I was pulled into the story and even found myself give a shiver or 2 at the cold. Ms Nolan’s prose is such that I am seriously contemplating starting over and rereading all the wishful books, but maybe this time I’ll do it in a more chronological order.
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I really enjoyed Once Upon A Rescue. It was short and sweet and just enough to end my evening on a warm and fuzzy note. I absolutely love the characters of Wishful. The men are strong and sensitive (and drool worthy!) The women are witty and capable. Ms. Nolan writes romances that are realistic and even though this story is a novelette, we still get history on the characters and a have a chance to see the relationship bud and grow into something solid. I can’t wait to see who is up next!
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Once Upon a Rescue is the latest Wishful Meet-Cute romance, a novelette that’s all about the magic of the beginning of a romance! Brooke is the director of the Wishful animal shelter, but with a huge winter storm coming, she needs a miracle to keep all of her animals safe and warm. After making a wish, will Hayden be the one to fulfill their dreams, or will the storm dash all of their hope?
This little story just gave me this warm and cozy feeling inside that I just loved! Brooke and Hayden were so cute together, plus adding in firefighters and brand new puppies, you can’t help but to fall in love with these two! Brooke has this ban on men and has been so busy with taking care of the animals that she doesn’t notice Hayden’s attention. Hayden is such a genuinely good and nice guy, and I love the lengths he goes to help out Brooke and her animals! These Meet-Cute romances are a great way to introduce one to Ms. Nolan’s writing, to the magic of Wishful, and to the beauty and possibilities of a new relationship!
I love all things Wishful, so when we’re caught waiting for the next novel to come out, I adore having these little nuggets of perfection to tide us over. Hayden is a hero looking for a place to happen and he’s chosen Brooke, source of his childhood crush. This quick little read is a perfect example of the Wishful fountain at work, providing a miracle just when one is needed most. I can’t wait to see this pair get a full length story of their own because they’re just the cutest, most precious thing together.
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Once upon a Rescue is the absolute cutest book I’ve read all year.
Puppies, snow, and a thoughtful man what else could you possibly need..
When a freak snowstorm hits town Brooke has to find a way to keep all the animals in the shelter warm. As Hayden takes it apon his self to help Brooke out, she starts to notice how wonderful he really is.
This book is a fast and sweet read, that will leave you smiling and feeling warm and cuddly inside.
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A snowstorm in Mississippi throws Brooke and Hayden together. He was such a hero and so kind. She has sworn off guys but Hayden might change her mind. Loved how Brooke finally sees Hayden. This might be a short read but very well developed – really liked the ending. And who can resist puppies.
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What a wonderful story. While I always love going to Wishful, this story had me from the very beginning (Math was not my subject either! You HAVE to read this!!!) and then there were puppies and definitely a beautiful story for Hayden and Brooke! This was a great read!!! A definite 5 stars from me!!
Brooke operates an animal rescue when an unusual snow storm hits this small town, Hayden comes to the rescue of Brooke and the animals she cares for.
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I love Kait Nolan’s books and this one did not disappoint. Kait gets you involved with the characters from the start and I feel like I am living in the town with them.
You get a small visit from other characters from the other books in the series and it makes you feel like you are back home with them again. While this a short meeting with these characters I loved the story and the characters and rooted for them all the way through
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Once upon a rescue is a feel good story. Hayden Garrow is the total package. This was a quick read and just what I needed after a hard day at work. Kait always is able to wisp me away into an romantic escape that making you invested in her characters. I look forward in seeing Hayden and Brooke in other tales from the town of wishful.
Sometimes it is great to read something short like that was. It kept you reading I didn’t want to put it down but with a family I had to.
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Brooke is so busy taking care of the animals at the animal shelter that she doesn’t notice Hayden. Hayden has had a crush on Brooke since childhood. In order to see her more frequently he “accidentally” cuts bags of dog food open where they can’t be sold, which allows them to be donated to the shelter.
A freak winter storm hits Mississippi and throws Brooke and Hayden together to find a solution to keep the shelter animals safe.
Another sweet romance story from Kait Nolan. I love that we see the blossom of romance which will later come out in another story.
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Who can resist snow and puppies? I love these two new Wishful characters. As a dog lover, I could totally relate to wanting to keep all the rescues warm! I love how this Meet Cute is just sweet and heartwarming. The ending was pretty great! This one is just a taste of the Wishful series. Read them all!
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Amelia runs the animal rescue facility that needs lots of work. Hayden works in the feed and farm store and has a farm with a barn. He is also a volunteer fire fighter. And volunteers at the rescue facility. They live in Wishful where the winters are usually mild. Except this year there is a record snowfall coming.
Having lived in the south with such winter weather, I know how much fun rain, covered with sleet, and then snow followed by more sleet can be, especially when driving.
If you like puppies, dogs and cats. IF you like firemen. If you like saving cute animals. If you like watching a couple investigate their feelings for each other while caring for the animals in a big barn. This is the book for you!!!
This meet cute hits the spot for a quick, romantic read. Especially if you adore animals!
The immediate heat between these characters works because Nolan does an excellent job setting up their “normal world” before she throws them together in a blizzard.
As usual, the hero charmed me into a huge crush and the shero had me rooting for her “dating fast” to end.
Grab this up. You’ll enjoy every sweet minute.
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Once Upon A Rescue by Kait Nolan is a beautifully written heartwarming short romance story. Brooke Redding is the director of the local rescue when a winter storm hits and the center is not set up to protect the dogs from freezing. Hayden Garrow wants to rescue Brooke and the pups to survive the storm. Love a man who will go out of his away to help dogs and cats. It’s exciting, witty and we’ll worth your time to read. I loved this story!
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Brooke is in desperate need of help when a freak winter storm endangers the animals in her Wishful Animal rescue shelter.
Hayden would like nothing more than help out Brooke, and he has the perfect plan for it too. Will being snowbound together help him get the girl he has been crushing on since they were in junior high together.
Once upon a rescue is a cute, quick read that will leave you wanting more, at least I wanted to continue reading it :). With lovable and charming characters, and equally lovable flurry animals, this book is a perfect read to relax with.
Brooke and Hayden’s story is sweet. It reminded me of those long ago crushes in jr high school that we all go through where the other person doesn’t know about it. It was a fun sweet story and can’t wait to see if a longer story comes of it!!
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