Trouble in Paradise

Under an Idaho Sky #2

by Robin Lee Hatcher

Her aunt's bequest was the answer to Shayla Vincent's prayers. The rustic, secluded cabin was the perfect spot to start her long-deferred writing career.

Ian O'Connell was her new neighbor—a rugged rancher caring for his two adorable nieces. Yet Shayla had already helped bring up her siblings. Raising another family when her career goal was within her grasp was the last thing she wanted, even as the brown-eyed cowboy had quickly become the first.

Genres: Christian Fiction, Christian, Romance, Fiction, Contemporary Romance, Contemporary, Christian Romance

256 pages, Mass Market Paperback

First published June 1, 1999

About the author

Robin Lee Hatcher is the author of over 95 novels and novellas with more than five million copies of her books in print. She is known for her heartwarming and emotionally charged stories of faith, courage, and love. Her numerous awards include the RITA® Award, Christy Award, Carol Award, HOLT Medallion, National Reader’s Choice Award, and the Faith, Hope & Love Reader’s Choice Award, and she is also the recipient of prestigious Lifetime Achievement Awards from both American Christian Fiction Writers and Romance Writers of America®. When not writing, she enjoys being with her family, spending time in the beautiful Idaho outdoors, Bible art journaling, reading books that make her cry, watching romantic movies, and decorative planning. A mother and grandmother, Robin makes her home on the outskirts of Boise, sharing it with a demanding Papillon dog.

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Reviews

[Robin Hatcher]

Audiobook:
I don't rate or review my own books, but I always like to listen to the audiobook some time after it's released. I loved Leonor Woodworth's narration. I heard each character's voice so clearly.

[Kelly · Rating 5 out of 5]

Love in paradise

Sometimes we think God has called us to only one thing with no variation. However, we learn in this story that God’s plans for us are so much better than we could ever imagine. I love how a story could help someone who reads it to come closer to the Lord. I also love this reminder that there are all kinds of Christian books. Very well done!

[Leonor Woodworth · Rating 5 out of 5]

Have you ever come across a book and think...I'd love to see this as a movie! Well, that's what I want.

From page 1 I was hooked. I love the quirkiness of Shayla Vincent, wanna be mystery writer and the eldest of brood of siblings. Recently widowed, Nat O'Connell isn't quite sure what to make of the curly haired sprite whom he often overhears talking to herself.

Robin Lee Hatcher creates characters who are both relatable, believable and whom you want to bump into in real life. I find her books very easy to sink into and the hours fly by!

[Melissa (Semi Hiatus Until After the Holidays) · Rating 2 out of 5]

Romance on a ranch. Nothing I haven't read before.

[Meagan · Rating 1 out of 5]

This started out cute, and ended up being a like a harlequin romance. I sped read the last few chapters. Pretty disappointing since I do like this author.

[Vicki · Rating 5 out of 5]

Shayla was going to finally start on her dream to be a writer. She had inherited the cabin and a small financial sum. Her neighbor was a handsome cowboy that offered to fix her cabin up if she would clean his house and keep it clean for him. Shayla has quite a few personal problems to deal with and she wasn't ready to deal with the handsome cowboy. This was a fun read and sad at times read.
I thought this was a really good book. A wonderful romance.

[Diane · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great story

I enjoyed this story with a modern day cowboy in Idaho. Shayla inherits a cabin in Idaho right next to said cowboy. She’s determined to write a novel but needs someone to make repairs to the cabin. Cowboy needs a housekeeper so they swap services to save money. Read the story to see what happens

[Joy Kidney · Rating 5 out of 5]

Robin Lee Hatcher is a masterful storyteller! What wonderful characters, including the hero's twin six-year-old nieces who are to live with their bachelor uncle for several months. The heroine is attempting to become a Christian novelist among all the hubbub of an Idaho ranch and so many needy relatives herself. A delightful tale.

[JoAnn · Rating 5 out of 5]

Sweet romance

Trouble in Paradise is a very well written Christian romance. I loved the plot, setting and the characters. Msg. Hatcher has a way with words that pulled me immediately into the story and kept me totally engaged. I highly recommend this book.

[Colleen · Rating 4 out of 5]

Enjoyed it

A very good read. Opening your heart to love is truly hard for some. Giving seems to be easy for others. The two meet in this book and the fun and lessons learned follows

[Joyce Wilford · Rating 5 out of 5]

Another Robin Hatcher Classic

I like how she incorporated switching from the writing of her novel to the actual story which drew me into the story line.
I also like the emphasis on how faith in God and trusting God is the key to a joyful life.

[Dawn Jordan · Rating 4 out of 5]

Enjoyable read.
I liked the quick pace relationship between Ian and Shayla.
They had their share of challenges.
I think Honey Girl got lost somewhere along the line. I kept wondering why she wasn’t mentioned especially with the twins around.

[CarolynB · Rating 4 out of 5]

I enjoyed this book a lot. It was a quick read with lovable characters and an enjoyable plot.

[Jan McIntyre · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great book.

I thoroughly enjoyed this book. Robin Lee Hatcher knows how to keep you on the edge of your seat wanting to finish the book.

[Gwen Hight · Rating 4 out of 5]

Trouble in Paradise A Novel

Another good story written by this author about love and family and friends and trusting in God and his plans for us

[Debbie Sue · Rating 5 out of 5]

This was absolutely delightful One of Ms Hatchers best. I would read it again and I would recommend it

[Jennifer Cagle · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great book!

Wonderful Christian romance with enough excitement to keep me turning the pages. I love how she puts the word of God into her writing!

[Ancillar · Rating 4 out of 5]

Robin Lee Hatcher is a fav when it comes to clean contemporary romance and this book didn't disaapoint even in moments of utter frustration with Shayla (because let's face it 😂we all can be infuriating sometimes when dealing with our purpose and emotions). I totally adored Ian and his ranch . Loved it!

[Kathryn · Rating 3 out of 5]

slower moving story about a girl named Shayla who is the oldest of 7 and has spent her 30 years in the shadows helping her younger siblings when what she really wants to do is be a novelist. She gets that opportunity when her aunt dies and leave sher with a cabin and some money. She leave Portland to move to idaho and finds herself needing a little repair on the cabin before winter. Ian is a widower and neighboring rancher who needs some housecleaning in return. little did they now that they would become more than neighbors and friends and help each other full fill their dreams and goals.

[Monica · Rating 3 out of 5]

Good quick read, exactly what I was looking for today. Reminded me how God is taking me in a direction I didn't anticipate and I need to trust him.

Update: I read this book again not remembering I'd already read it. Still a fun, well-written book that is an easy read. This time around I liked how Ian recognized his mistakes in his first marriage and relies on God to help him the second time around.

I still think he's an arrogant male though for thinking he can take on 6 year olds with no change in his routine.

[Beth · Rating 3 out of 5]

Robin Lee Hatcher does a great job writing and interesting story without stressing out the reader. You know the characters will work out their differences & fall in love, but you care enough to see them through the bumps in the road. This would make a great hallmark romance. If you need a relaxing read with sweet characters this is a good one to pick up.

[Susan · Rating 5 out of 5]

Another good book

I didn't want to put this book down. It is a contemporary story with a great location and characters. The story kept me interested and trying to find more time to read. I am always cautious about giving away too much,so mean in the side of under-sharing . I tend to read less contemporary stories but not at all disappointed in this one.

[Stacy · Rating 4 out of 5]

Ian, a rancher, meets a new neighbor and hopeful writer, Shayla. Praying for God's will in both their lives, they realize that neither of them have to give up their dreams God has given them in order to be together.

[Jana · Rating 3 out of 5]

Very simple story but I enjoyed it.

[Barbara · Rating 4 out of 5]

Great book about seeking God's will in both professional and personal life. Ian had so much patience with Shayla and his two twin nieces.

[Laura · Rating 2 out of 5]

Again another one of hers that was very predictable.

[Lucy Bilik]

Beautiful easy read christian novel.

[Judie · Rating 4 out of 5]

Simple and sweet.

[Nina · Rating 4 out of 5]

I've never read a book by her before. This so a wonderful, well writen book, I would like to read more by her.

[Deb Todd · Rating 3 out of 5]

Easy read but no surprises.