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Up Here
Leaving Manhattan doesn't scare me.
Changing careers doesn't either.
Moving to a small town in the mountains excites me.
While everyone else thinks I'm crazy for leaving all of the luxuries that I'm used to.
My beautiful apartment.
My six figure income.
My designer wardrobe.
All traded in for an old cabin
and an even older general store.
And not to mention, woods full of bears.
Fearless.
That's what I think I am.
I think I've laid out the perfect plans.
Until he stomps into my life.
And suddenly, the snow isn't the only thing falling in these mountains..
Welcome to Upwood!
"Up Here" is book #1 in the new Upwood series.
There is no cliffhanger, tons of spice and like in all of my books, there is a HEA.
This book features sexual content that is not suitable for readers under the age of 18.
About The
Estelle H is a romance author from Detroit, MI.
She enjoys reading and writing in her spare time, and can't resist a great love story.
Connect with her
estellehwrites@gmail.com
Changing careers doesn't either.
Moving to a small town in the mountains excites me.
While everyone else thinks I'm crazy for leaving all of the luxuries that I'm used to.
My beautiful apartment.
My six figure income.
My designer wardrobe.
All traded in for an old cabin
and an even older general store.
And not to mention, woods full of bears.
Fearless.
That's what I think I am.
I think I've laid out the perfect plans.
Until he stomps into my life.
And suddenly, the snow isn't the only thing falling in these mountains..
Welcome to Upwood!
"Up Here" is book #1 in the new Upwood series.
There is no cliffhanger, tons of spice and like in all of my books, there is a HEA.
This book features sexual content that is not suitable for readers under the age of 18.
About The
Estelle H is a romance author from Detroit, MI.
She enjoys reading and writing in her spare time, and can't resist a great love story.
Connect with her
estellehwrites@gmail.com
295 pages, Kindle Edition
Published November 27, 2023
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December 30, 2023
I love the simplicity to Estelle Hs stories. Low drama, good angst and always doting men who love their ladies.
I’m so appreciative of her willingness to write about women who are richer shades of brown in a world where so many other beautiful complexions are solely celebrated and fawned over. Of course we love all shades, but who doesn’t love chocolate 🍫
The ONLY thing I would change is that sometimes I want at least one couples spat. Just one! That might be my toxic trait 😂
Otherwise, her novels are precious! Like a comfort read on a rainy day
I’m so appreciative of her willingness to write about women who are richer shades of brown in a world where so many other beautiful complexions are solely celebrated and fawned over. Of course we love all shades, but who doesn’t love chocolate 🍫
The ONLY thing I would change is that sometimes I want at least one couples spat. Just one! That might be my toxic trait 😂
Otherwise, her novels are precious! Like a comfort read on a rainy day
November 6, 2025
Swept Away by Oakland & Piper😍
I was totally & completely swept away by gentle giant, Big Oak & his pretty Pippy😍. This ✍️ has a distinct writing style that will have have you swooning one minute & then LOL😆the next, with her killer sense of humor! Expect to vascilate between grins & smirks on every page, especially with Oak being a surprisingly total freak in the BR😉 What I loved most about this novel, is how realistic & organic the MC's developed & nurtured their relationship, with honesty, transparency, lack of guile, deception, or unnecessary drama. This story will stay with me for years to come. The epilogue was the chef's 💋
Happy reading🍷
I was totally & completely swept away by gentle giant, Big Oak & his pretty Pippy😍. This ✍️ has a distinct writing style that will have have you swooning one minute & then LOL😆the next, with her killer sense of humor! Expect to vascilate between grins & smirks on every page, especially with Oak being a surprisingly total freak in the BR😉 What I loved most about this novel, is how realistic & organic the MC's developed & nurtured their relationship, with honesty, transparency, lack of guile, deception, or unnecessary drama. This story will stay with me for years to come. The epilogue was the chef's 💋
Happy reading🍷
January 8, 2024
Surprisingly Good!!
I read a lot of romantic themed books. Most are mediocre or really bad some are interesting and very few hold my attention until the very end. This was an enjoyable read it made smile The characters were well defined all with their own personalities giving them more depth. I have read a few of the authors books but, I think I enjoyed this read the most. Looking forward to reading more about the town of Upwood and its current and new inhabitants!!
I read a lot of romantic themed books. Most are mediocre or really bad some are interesting and very few hold my attention until the very end. This was an enjoyable read it made smile The characters were well defined all with their own personalities giving them more depth. I have read a few of the authors books but, I think I enjoyed this read the most. Looking forward to reading more about the town of Upwood and its current and new inhabitants!!
February 20, 2024
Oak and Pip
Good to see Jade and Eric and the boys. Surprised they're not married yet. I absolutely adore Upwood! Live the small town feel with a big loving heart. Oakland and Piper fit well together. Enjoyed meeting all of the new couples and the things that bring them together.
I look forward to seeing who is next in the Upwood series. Wonder what they will name the not so tiny human. Love is so amazing with the right person.
Good to see Jade and Eric and the boys. Surprised they're not married yet. I absolutely adore Upwood! Live the small town feel with a big loving heart. Oakland and Piper fit well together. Enjoyed meeting all of the new couples and the things that bring them together.
I look forward to seeing who is next in the Upwood series. Wonder what they will name the not so tiny human. Love is so amazing with the right person.
December 25, 2023
pretty good
The romance was straight forward and there wasn’t any will they/won’t they. It was clear cut. I enjoy when there aren’t any games played just because. Time doesn’t rule emotion, and I enjoy when my romance isn’t ruled by something as irrelevant as time.
The romance was straight forward and there wasn’t any will they/won’t they. It was clear cut. I enjoy when there aren’t any games played just because. Time doesn’t rule emotion, and I enjoy when my romance isn’t ruled by something as irrelevant as time.
January 13, 2024
Loved it
I really enjoyed this book. I liked that it wasn't drama filled. He had spice and a good romance. I love insta-love stories. I wanted more of them. One of my favorites I read this year already!
I really enjoyed this book. I liked that it wasn't drama filled. He had spice and a good romance. I love insta-love stories. I wanted more of them. One of my favorites I read this year already!
January 22, 2024
Mj
I love the story,and loved how Piper and Oakland were made for each other. I wanted to hear why Oakland’s mother left and if Piper’ mother ever realized what really was important in life.
I love the story,and loved how Piper and Oakland were made for each other. I wanted to hear why Oakland’s mother left and if Piper’ mother ever realized what really was important in life.
March 22, 2024
3⭐️
Simple read if you want something light! Not much happens in the plots but if you want a hallmark vibe type or romance that’s light hearted, this is for you. Oak was grumpy and piper was his sunshine
Simple read if you want something light! Not much happens in the plots but if you want a hallmark vibe type or romance that’s light hearted, this is for you. Oak was grumpy and piper was his sunshine
December 26, 2024
Mountain Man really opens up!
Lovely story about how the newcomer's persistence and perky attitude wear down the grumpy loner. Their romance moves quickly but it's full of valuable experiences along the way.
Lovely story about how the newcomer's persistence and perky attitude wear down the grumpy loner. Their romance moves quickly but it's full of valuable experiences along the way.
January 18, 2025
come through Oak!
I enjoyed this story line , Estelle this was a great way to start the series. Oak was everything in this story , him being the grumpy mountain man and pip just a ray of sunshine. He couldn’t resist
I enjoyed this story line , Estelle this was a great way to start the series. Oak was everything in this story , him being the grumpy mountain man and pip just a ray of sunshine. He couldn’t resist
June 9, 2025
Awwww
This was the cutest cozy book,that I didn't know I needed! The pace was nice,it was relatable, funny and with a nice dash of spice. This is my first read from this author,I'm definitely looking forward to more!
This was the cutest cozy book,that I didn't know I needed! The pace was nice,it was relatable, funny and with a nice dash of spice. This is my first read from this author,I'm definitely looking forward to more!
January 1, 2026
Refreshing
This is a good story. It reads like a naughty Hallmark story in a good way. It’s the kind of book you read when you want the spice but need a break from mafia, suspense, psycho….you catch my drift.
This is a good story. It reads like a naughty Hallmark story in a good way. It’s the kind of book you read when you want the spice but need a break from mafia, suspense, psycho….you catch my drift.
December 13, 2023
Yes!
I was so excited to read Piper’s love story. I’m delighted she found her man because she deserved happiness. And Oak’s roughness and personality I truly enjoyed.
I was so excited to read Piper’s love story. I’m delighted she found her man because she deserved happiness. And Oak’s roughness and personality I truly enjoyed.
December 16, 2023
Very nice view of rural living and finding love and laughter in a peaceful, more nature filled setting!
August 6, 2024
Good
A good read, nice characters with easy storytelling. Looking forward to reading more about Upwood. A good one for your holiday reading.
A good read, nice characters with easy storytelling. Looking forward to reading more about Upwood. A good one for your holiday reading.
August 17, 2024
Oak and Pip
This was a cute story to read. I wish there had been a few chapters more for the ending, but overall, it was a great story.
This was a cute story to read. I wish there had been a few chapters more for the ending, but overall, it was a great story.
August 18, 2024
So engaging
I loved the story! I was sceptical about reading a spin off but this was fantastic! From start to finish.
I loved the story! I was sceptical about reading a spin off but this was fantastic! From start to finish.
February 17, 2025
Fun and Easy
This is s great book if you want an easy, wintery, steamy read with a competent Black woman and a grumpy lumberjack type with no drama. Just what I needed.
This is s great book if you want an easy, wintery, steamy read with a competent Black woman and a grumpy lumberjack type with no drama. Just what I needed.
September 9, 2025
Sooo Good!!!
This is definitely a book that I will read a second time! It was cute, steamy and I couldn’t put it down! Estelle H is another one of my faves!!
This is definitely a book that I will read a second time! It was cute, steamy and I couldn’t put it down! Estelle H is another one of my faves!!
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