On the second anniversary of her mom’s death eight-year-old Alyssa ditches Scouts to take some time for herself to remember her mom. When her dad, Hank, finally finds her after a hectic search, she is convinced it’s time for him to remarry. And she thinks her new third grade teacher would be perfect.Hank Jefferson is a busy rancher with three kids. Since the death of his wife two years ago, he … ago, he works hard to be both mother and father. Making lunches, spending quality time with each child, and managing the house, while also running his cattle ranch. He doesn’t have time for a relationship.
Alyssa’s third grade teacher makes his blood heat, but he knows it would be wrong for him to date his daughter’s teacher.
Ellen Truehart has moved to this new town in a remote location on Lake Chelan to make a fresh start, she loves both the town and her class. Her past has taught her to be cautious around men and not to trust the system. When Alyssa starts acting out in class, Ellen has no choice, but to call in the smoking hot father.
Together they must discover what’s wrong with Alyssa.
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8yo Alissa lost her mom a couple of years ago…she’s especially sad without her mom as the holidays approach. Alissa dreams of her mom telling her that she’s sending her a new mom…and the little matchmaker begins! Alissa’s teacher is single and new to the school and town…she would be perfect for her dad. Between Alissa’s matchmaking efforts, and raw chemistry between Ellen and Hank, there just may be a very Merry Christmas for the lonely adults. Maybe. A creepy coworker and Ellen’s past may just get in the way of a happily ever after.
This story is short and sweet with just the right amount of heat and drama.
The Rancher’s Lady
A Lake Chelan Novella
By: Shirley Penick
Narrated by: Rhett Samuel Price, Alexandra Palting
When the anniversary of her mom’s death comes up, it is evident how much Alyssa misses her. But with a little wish and a prayer from a third grader, she sets her sights on her teacher to become her father’s new wife. Hank is struggling, being all things to the kids, running the house and the ranch. Looking for love is not on the agenda. Ellen is new to town, and she is wary of men, but there is definitely something about Hank that intrigues her.With Alyssa meddling, the sparks between Ellen and Hank are burning! But is lust enough? Is there more? And are either ready for love? This is a sweet story. I loved Alyssa and her shenanigans as well as the chemistry between Hank and Ellen. There are some obstacles in their road which just add to the enjoyment of the story, but you are sure to find your happily ever after.
The narration of this book is wonderful. Rhett Samuel Price is the perfect cowboy and Alexandra Palting just makes it as the voice of Ellen. They compliment each other well and make it an enjoyable listen.
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This short story is about the rancher’s daughter trying to match make her teacher and her widowed dad together. It’s heartwarming and sweet, guaranteed to make you happy.
Review copy was received for a honest opinion.
This is a quick sweet love story. Hank is a rancher who works hard to look after his motherless children. Ellen is a teacher who is new in town as she wants to start over. When one of Ellen’s pupils starts to play up she has no choice but to contact Hank. This is a well written poignant story, which had me hooked and intrigued throughout, and I cannot wait to read more in this series.
I enjoyed this sweet, emotional read. For me the book offered a lot of awww moments that touched your heart. Readers that suffered the same type of loss as Alyssa will really be able to connect with her thoughts, feelings and actions, I think. This is what provides the premise for this lighthearted read. The characters were likable and the story entertaining. I thought the pacing was a bit slow, but not to a disastrous extent. I would have loved for this to not just be a novella because I would have more depth and details to be added to this romance.