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Hope's Crossing #1-3
Hope's Crossings Series, Volume One: Blackberry Summer \ Woodrose Mountain \ Sweet Laurel Falls
Three stories of small-town happily-ever-afters and sweet second chances from New York Times bestselling author RaeAnne Thayne!
The last thing Claire Bradford has time for in Blackberry Summer is romance--in fact, the single mother has her hands full, what with two kids, a thriving business, an unreliable ex-husband and an accident that has repercussions for the whole town. But when her friend's sexy brother, Riley McKnight, is suddenly looking at her in a new light, Claire realizes that her life needs to change--and that the handsome younger police officer may be just the ticket!
In Woodrose Mountain, occupational therapist Evie Blanchard is recovering from an emotional year--and she's vowed not to work again. But self-made millionaire and single dad Brodie Thorne has vowed to do whatever it takes to help his daughter, Taryn, recover from the accident that left Hope's Crossing in crisis. And with laughter, courage and more than a little help from the kindhearted people of Hope's Crossing, Taryn may get the healing she deserves--and Evie and Brodie might just find a love they could never have imagined.
Spring should bring renewal, but in Sweet Laurel Falls, Maura McKnight-Parker finds she cannot escape the past. Still reeling from one loss, she is stunned at the reappearance of her older daughter, Sage--and Jackson Lange, her first love. Jackson never knew she was pregnant when he fled Hope's Crossing all those years ago--but he never forgot Maura. This fragile family has secrets aplenty, but Maura and Jackson--and Sage--have to face up to them to find the bright future that awaits them.
Look for RaeAnne Thayne's latest heartwarming title Evergreen Springs, part of her "Haven Point" series.
The last thing Claire Bradford has time for in Blackberry Summer is romance--in fact, the single mother has her hands full, what with two kids, a thriving business, an unreliable ex-husband and an accident that has repercussions for the whole town. But when her friend's sexy brother, Riley McKnight, is suddenly looking at her in a new light, Claire realizes that her life needs to change--and that the handsome younger police officer may be just the ticket!
In Woodrose Mountain, occupational therapist Evie Blanchard is recovering from an emotional year--and she's vowed not to work again. But self-made millionaire and single dad Brodie Thorne has vowed to do whatever it takes to help his daughter, Taryn, recover from the accident that left Hope's Crossing in crisis. And with laughter, courage and more than a little help from the kindhearted people of Hope's Crossing, Taryn may get the healing she deserves--and Evie and Brodie might just find a love they could never have imagined.
Spring should bring renewal, but in Sweet Laurel Falls, Maura McKnight-Parker finds she cannot escape the past. Still reeling from one loss, she is stunned at the reappearance of her older daughter, Sage--and Jackson Lange, her first love. Jackson never knew she was pregnant when he fled Hope's Crossing all those years ago--but he never forgot Maura. This fragile family has secrets aplenty, but Maura and Jackson--and Sage--have to face up to them to find the bright future that awaits them.
Look for RaeAnne Thayne's latest heartwarming title Evergreen Springs, part of her "Haven Point" series.
- GenresRomance
384 pages, Kindle Edition
First published December 14, 2014
16 people are currently reading
150 people want to read
About the author
RaeAnne Thayne
311 books3,845 followersI'm not one of those people who knew from birth she was destined to become a writer. I always loved to read and throughout my childhood I could usually be found with a book in my hands. To the disgust of my friends, I even enjoyed creative writing assignments that made them all groan. But I had other dreams besides writing. I wanted to be an actress or a teacher or a lawyer.
Life took a different turn for me, though, when my mother made me take a journalism elective in high school (thanks, Mom!). I knew the first day that this was where I belonged.
After I graduated from college in journalism, I took a job at the local daily newspaper and I reveled in the challenge and the diversity of it. One day I could be interviewing the latest country music star, the next day I was writing about local motorcycle gangs or interviewing an award-winning scientist.
Through it all -- through the natural progression of my career from reporter to editor -- I wrote stories in my head. Not just any stories, either, but romances, the kind of books I have devoured since junior high school, with tales about real people going through the trials and tribulations of life until they find deep and lasting love.
I had no idea how to put these people on paper, but knew I had to try -- their stories were too compelling for me to ignore. I sold my first book in 1995 and now, more than 30 books later, I've come to love everything about writing, from the click of the computer keys under my fingers to the "that's-it!" feeling I get when a story is flowing.
I write full-time now (well, as full-time as I can manage juggling my kids!) amid the raw beauty of the northern Utah mountains.
Even though I might not have dreamed of being a writer when I was younger, now I simply can't imagine my life any other way.
I love to hear from readers. You can reach me at my email address, raeannethayne@gmail.com
Life took a different turn for me, though, when my mother made me take a journalism elective in high school (thanks, Mom!). I knew the first day that this was where I belonged.
After I graduated from college in journalism, I took a job at the local daily newspaper and I reveled in the challenge and the diversity of it. One day I could be interviewing the latest country music star, the next day I was writing about local motorcycle gangs or interviewing an award-winning scientist.
Through it all -- through the natural progression of my career from reporter to editor -- I wrote stories in my head. Not just any stories, either, but romances, the kind of books I have devoured since junior high school, with tales about real people going through the trials and tribulations of life until they find deep and lasting love.
I had no idea how to put these people on paper, but knew I had to try -- their stories were too compelling for me to ignore. I sold my first book in 1995 and now, more than 30 books later, I've come to love everything about writing, from the click of the computer keys under my fingers to the "that's-it!" feeling I get when a story is flowing.
I write full-time now (well, as full-time as I can manage juggling my kids!) amid the raw beauty of the northern Utah mountains.
Even though I might not have dreamed of being a writer when I was younger, now I simply can't imagine my life any other way.
I love to hear from readers. You can reach me at my email address, raeannethayne@gmail.com
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October 14, 2017
HOPE'S CROSSING VOLUME ONE
The first three books in the Hope's Crossing series, they are all filled with romance and each one is very special and unique. Love the Angel of Hope which is in each book.
The first three books in the Hope's Crossing series, they are all filled with romance and each one is very special and unique. Love the Angel of Hope which is in each book.
December 31, 2018
Brilliant story full of hope
Hope's Crossing stories are amazing, this story of a family coming together gives hope beyond words to all that read it.
Hope's Crossing stories are amazing, this story of a family coming together gives hope beyond words to all that read it.
September 9, 2015
3 intertwined books which portray a small town
I have enjoyed RaeAnne Thayne's earlier books but enjoyed this set 3 even more. There was a devastating car accident with one young girl killed and another badly injured. These are the stories of their families, how they were affected and changed by that evening.
Even more, these novels portray the affects on the entire town, their pain and disillusionment and gradually finding the good and strength in one another.
While I enjoyed the romances that came from these stories the support and caring for each other moved me even more. An excellently written series.
I have enjoyed RaeAnne Thayne's earlier books but enjoyed this set 3 even more. There was a devastating car accident with one young girl killed and another badly injured. These are the stories of their families, how they were affected and changed by that evening.
Even more, these novels portray the affects on the entire town, their pain and disillusionment and gradually finding the good and strength in one another.
While I enjoyed the romances that came from these stories the support and caring for each other moved me even more. An excellently written series.
July 17, 2016
Overall, a pretty good series but I did have issues with the ending of the first book. It ended so abruptly and was a poorly done cliff hanger. The following two books, though, did a lot better in regards to ending.
Still, a series that's been interesting, emotional, and easy to follow so far.
Still, a series that's been interesting, emotional, and easy to follow so far.
August 26, 2015
What a beautiful set of books. I loved each one. They were funny and so terribly sad, all the characters were great. So well written. Can't wait to read the rest of the series.
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