Pumpkin Patch Proposal

The Alphabet Sweethearts

by Susanne Ash

She’s all sunshine and cider. He’s more storm clouds and splinters. But when they’re stuck working the same pumpkin patch, sparks fly faster than you can say hayride.

Sienna Blake lives for cozy fall festivals, flannel, and pumpkin spice everything. When she’s hired to coordinate Highland Hollow’s annual Harvest Festival, she’s ready to bring big energy and even bigger ideas to the beloved family-run patch.

There’s just one problem.

Dylan Holloway.

The brooding, scowling son of the orchard owners wasn’t told she was coming—and he’s not thrilled to share his barn, his tractor, or his peace and quiet. He likes things simple, practical, and exactly the way they’ve always been. Sienna? Is none of those things.

But as they’re forced to work side-by-side—decorating barns, wrangling goats, and managing runaway wheelbarrows—neither of them is prepared for the way their friction turns to friendship… or the swoony slow-burn chemistry bubbling beneath it all.

And just when they finally admit what’s growing between them, a job opportunity threatens to pull Sienna away before the last leaf falls.

Can a grumpy pumpkin farmer open his heart before it’s too late?

Or will he watch the best thing to ever happen to Highland Hollow walk away?

Pumpkin Patch Proposal is a cozy, clean romance filled with cider-scented kisses, golden leaves, stubborn hearts, and small-town magic.

It is part of the Alphabet Sweetheart series, twenty-six sweet romances set in Juniper Falls. These fun, quick reads will quickly become your favorite new escape. Check out all the books in the series, starting

Apple Pie PromisesBlossoms & New BeginningsCoffeehouse ConfessionsDandelion DreamsEchoes Of The HeartFirefly NightsGarden Gate WishesHeartstrings In HarmonyIce Cream KissesJust One LookKindly PennedLove At Lookout PointMoonlit PromisesNo Reservation RequiredOver The OrchardPumpkin Patch ProposalQuirky Girl Next DoorRiverbend RendezvousStarlight SerenadeAnd many more to come…

65 pages, Kindle Edition

Published August 5, 2025

About the author

Susanne Ash writes sweet contemporary romance. When she's not busy putting pen to paper, she loves to cook, knit, and head out exploring with her husband and daughter. She lives close to the beach in beautiful South Carolina. You'll find that her setting is often a fictionalized version of her surroundings and the places she's visiting with her family.

Reviews

[Sarah | Kerosene.Lit · Rating 3 out of 5]

Picked this up on a whim, and it was exactly the cozy fall vibe I was craving! But with it being only 65 pages, you definitely have to embrace that the romance between Dylan (a pumpkin farmer) and Sienna (an event planner) develops at lightning speed.

The setting is a classic, picturesque small town framed by mountains, complete with tractor rides, a hay bale maze, twinkle lights, and baked goods galore. Super warm and festive! Dylan, more guarded after being burned in the past, was a really cute balance to Sienna’s sunshine-y personality.

I think the story just needed one more moment to really solidify their connection before the big, grand insta-love gesture, but overall this was short, sweet, and perfectly cozy for the season. I’m definitely curious about the rest of the series!

(heat level: kissing only)

[Erica · Rating 2 out of 5]

Not a fan.

[Sandra Hartzel · Rating 5 out of 5]

I had a free copy of this book, but this is my voluntary and honest opinion. Sienna Blake was hired to help with the annual fall festival for Highland Hollow. Dylan Holloway isn’t sure about her help at first, but comes to see she is very helpful, but he doesn’t want to trust she’ll stay around after the festival. A heartwarming story about love, trust, and working together for the future.

[Rachael · Rating 4 out of 5]

Cute story.

This was a sweet, quick read. I liked Dylan and Sienna and their chemistry. I really liked the fall theme and the changes Sienna makes at the pumpkin patch to help make it more successful.

[Rebecca White · Rating 5 out of 5]

Sweet

A story about overcoming fear to give one's heart a chance to connect. A fun festival that brings together two hearts wanting a chance to open up.

[Eliana · Rating 5 out of 5]

Sweet

[Alexis · Rating 3 out of 5]

I mean. this was cute. but I wish it was a full novel. so that it wasn't so insta-lovey.

[Zondra.Hallyahoo.Com · Rating 4 out of 5]

Loved it.

[Kristina Polino · Rating 4 out of 5]

3.75 ⭐️