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Hardman Holidays #4
The Christmas Vow
He returns home to bury his best friend and his past,
never expecting to fall in love with the woman who destroyed his heart.
Columbia River Pilot Adam Guthry reluctantly returns to his hometown of Hardman, Oregon, to pay his last respects after the sudden death of his life-long best friend. Emotions he can’t contain bubble to the surface the moment he sees the girl who shattered his heart eleven years ago.
Widow Tia Devereux escapes her restrictive life in Portland, returning to the home she knew and loved as a girl in Hardman. She and her four-year-old son, Toby, settle into the small Eastern Oregon community, eager for the holiday season. Unfortunately, the only man she’s ever loved shows up, stirring the embers of a long-dead romance into a blazing flame.
When her former father-in-law, a corrupt judge, decides he wants to raise Toby, Adam may be the only hope she has of keeping her son.
˃˃˃ Love sweet holiday romances set in the splendor of the Victorian era?Don't miss out on the rest of the Hardman Holidays series!
The Christmas Bargain (Book 1) - As owner and manager of the Hardman bank, Luke Granger is a man of responsibility and integrity in the small 1890s Eastern Oregon town. When he calls in a long overdue loan, Luke finds himself reluctantly accepting a bargain in lieu of payment from the shiftless farmer who barters his daughter to settle his debt.
The Christmas Token (Book 2) - Determined to escape an unwelcome suitor, Ginny Granger flees to her brother’s home in Eastern Oregon for the holiday season. Returning to the community where she spent her childhood years, she plans to relax and enjoy a peaceful visit. Not expecting to encounter the boy she once loved, her exile proves to be anything but restful.
The Christmas Calamity (Book 3) - Dependable and solid, Arlan Guthry relishes his orderly life as a banker’s assistant in Hardman, Oregon. His uncluttered world tilts off kilter when the beautiful and enigmatic prestidigitator Alexandra Janowski arrives in town, spinning magic and trouble in her wake as the holiday season approaches.
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Shanna Hatfield
165 books1,332 followersA hopeless romantic with a bit of sarcasm thrown in for good measure, Shanna Hatfield is a best-selling author of clean romantic fiction written with a healthy dose of humor.
In addition to blogging and eating too much chocolate, she is completely smitten with her husband, lovingly known as Captain Cavedweller.
Shanna creates character-driven romances with realistic heroes and heroines. Her historical westerns have been described as “reminiscent of the era captured by Bonanza and The Virginian” while her contemporary works have been called “laugh-out-loud funny, and a little heart-pumping sexy without being explicit in any way.”
She is a member of Western Writers of America, Women Writing the West, and Romance Writers of America.
To learn more about Shanna or the books she writes, visit her blog http://shannahatfield.com
or find out news at her facebook page
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In addition to blogging and eating too much chocolate, she is completely smitten with her husband, lovingly known as Captain Cavedweller.
Shanna creates character-driven romances with realistic heroes and heroines. Her historical westerns have been described as “reminiscent of the era captured by Bonanza and The Virginian” while her contemporary works have been called “laugh-out-loud funny, and a little heart-pumping sexy without being explicit in any way.”
She is a member of Western Writers of America, Women Writing the West, and Romance Writers of America.
To learn more about Shanna or the books she writes, visit her blog http://shannahatfield.com
or find out news at her facebook page
https://www.facebook.com/shanna.hatfield
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December 3, 2019
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The Christmas Vow is the fourth installation in the Victorian Holiday Romance, 'Hardman Holidays' by Shanna Hatfield.
This story commences with smoldering feelings between Adam Guthry and Tia Devereux, from a past relationship. Years later they come to face to face in their home town, and this couple's feelings ignite into a wildfire of passion.
BOOK DESCRIPTION:
He returns home to bury his best friend and his past,
never expecting to fall in love with the woman who destroyed his heart.
Columbia River Pilot Adam Guthry returns to his hometown of Hardman, Oregon, to pay his last respects after the sudden death of his best friend. Emotions he can’t contain bubble to the surface the moment he sees the girl who shattered his heart eleven years ago.
Widow Tia Devereux escapes her restrictive life in Portland, returning to the home she knew and cherished as a girl in Hardman. She and her four-year-old son, Toby, settle into the small Eastern Oregon community, eager for the holiday season. Unfortunately, the only man she’s ever loved shows up, stirring the embers of a long-dead romance into a blazing flame.
When her former father-in-law, a corrupt judge, decides he wants to raise her son, Toby, Adam may be the only hope she has of keeping her son.
Adam and Tia do experience some trials and tribulations that test their newly formed bond. The relationship ignited and continued to grow. When a consequential event places a wedge between their future happiness, a quick decision must be addressed immediately. The conclusion was pleasant and delightful.
This is listed under Christian, Historical, and Western. This clean and wholesome series, with the exception of some passionate kisses, provides a wide array of Holiday and romantical experiences in the town of Hardman, Oregon. It is an enjoyable series and I would recommend it to those that enjoy this genre.
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The Christmas Vow
Hardman Holidays - Book 4
.. . Kindle Edition
by Shanna Hatfield (Author)
Print Length: 292 pages
Enjoy all the books in the Hardman Holidays series!
The Christmas Bargain (Hardman Holidays, Book 1)
When Luke Granger calls in a long overdue loan, he reluctantly accepts a bargain in lieu of payment from the shiftless farmer who barters his daughter to settle his debt.
The Christmas Token (Hardman Holidays, Book 2)
Determined to escape an unwelcome suitor, Ginny Granger flees to her brother’s home in Eastern Oregon for the holiday season. The last thing she expects is to encounter the boy she once loved, her exile proves to be anything but restful.
The Christmas Calamity (Hardman Holidays, Book 3)
Arlan Guthry's uncluttered world tilts off-kilter when the beautiful and enigmatic prestidigitator Alexandra Janowski arrives in town, spinning magic and trouble in her wake as the holiday season approaches.
The Christmas Vow (Hardman Holidays, Book 4)
Sailor Adam Guthry returns home to bury his best friend and his past, only to fall once more for the girl who broke his heart.
The Christmas Quandary ( (Hardman Holidays, Book 5)
In need of a place to recuperate from a work injury, Tom Grove heads home for the holidays. He didn’t plan on his parents acting like lovesick newlyweds, being asked to teach at the school, or falling in love.
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The Christmas Vow is the fourth installation in the Victorian Holiday Romance, 'Hardman Holidays' by Shanna Hatfield.
This story commences with smoldering feelings between Adam Guthry and Tia Devereux, from a past relationship. Years later they come to face to face in their home town, and this couple's feelings ignite into a wildfire of passion.
BOOK DESCRIPTION:
He returns home to bury his best friend and his past,
never expecting to fall in love with the woman who destroyed his heart.
Columbia River Pilot Adam Guthry returns to his hometown of Hardman, Oregon, to pay his last respects after the sudden death of his best friend. Emotions he can’t contain bubble to the surface the moment he sees the girl who shattered his heart eleven years ago.
Widow Tia Devereux escapes her restrictive life in Portland, returning to the home she knew and cherished as a girl in Hardman. She and her four-year-old son, Toby, settle into the small Eastern Oregon community, eager for the holiday season. Unfortunately, the only man she’s ever loved shows up, stirring the embers of a long-dead romance into a blazing flame.
When her former father-in-law, a corrupt judge, decides he wants to raise her son, Toby, Adam may be the only hope she has of keeping her son.
Adam and Tia do experience some trials and tribulations that test their newly formed bond. The relationship ignited and continued to grow. When a consequential event places a wedge between their future happiness, a quick decision must be addressed immediately. The conclusion was pleasant and delightful.
This is listed under Christian, Historical, and Western. This clean and wholesome series, with the exception of some passionate kisses, provides a wide array of Holiday and romantical experiences in the town of Hardman, Oregon. It is an enjoyable series and I would recommend it to those that enjoy this genre.
THIS BOOK IS CURRENTLY AVAILABLE THROUGH:
* * * AMAZON KINDLE UNLIMITED * * *
---------------------------
The Christmas Vow
Hardman Holidays - Book 4
.. . Kindle Edition
by Shanna Hatfield (Author)
Print Length: 292 pages
Enjoy all the books in the Hardman Holidays series!
The Christmas Bargain (Hardman Holidays, Book 1)
When Luke Granger calls in a long overdue loan, he reluctantly accepts a bargain in lieu of payment from the shiftless farmer who barters his daughter to settle his debt.
The Christmas Token (Hardman Holidays, Book 2)
Determined to escape an unwelcome suitor, Ginny Granger flees to her brother’s home in Eastern Oregon for the holiday season. The last thing she expects is to encounter the boy she once loved, her exile proves to be anything but restful.
The Christmas Calamity (Hardman Holidays, Book 3)
Arlan Guthry's uncluttered world tilts off-kilter when the beautiful and enigmatic prestidigitator Alexandra Janowski arrives in town, spinning magic and trouble in her wake as the holiday season approaches.
The Christmas Vow (Hardman Holidays, Book 4)
Sailor Adam Guthry returns home to bury his best friend and his past, only to fall once more for the girl who broke his heart.
The Christmas Quandary ( (Hardman Holidays, Book 5)
In need of a place to recuperate from a work injury, Tom Grove heads home for the holidays. He didn’t plan on his parents acting like lovesick newlyweds, being asked to teach at the school, or falling in love.
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December 16, 2021
A great series where every book takes place at Christmas. Perfect December reads for the western historical romance fan! Hatfield does a lot of research into her books and always notes at the end of the book some of the things she learned in her research which I always find fascinating.
November 20, 2018
I am loving the Town of Hardman more and more with each book in this series. The Christmas Vow was WoW just WoW!! I really love the second chance Romance as in the Christmas Vow with Adam and Tia. Little Toby just makes Adam and Tia story even more sweeter. Shanna Hatfield’s writing is just so incredibly beautiful. Her books can soothe the ragged edges of ones troubled soul and make the outlook on life a little brighter.
February 17, 2017
I have now read 4 of the 5 books in this series and have enjoyed them. These are not deep books. They are light romantic, happily-ever-after books. However, thus far, this was my favorite because it had some surprises and a couple of "sitting-on-the-edge-of-your-seat" chapters and a real villain. Having read 4 books in the series, the characters are like old friend to me and I have enjoyed following the stories.
March 4, 2016
3.5/5.0
It is hard not to love a second chance romance!
Read full review in the 2016 March issue of InD'tale Magazine.
It is hard not to love a second chance romance!
Read full review in the 2016 March issue of InD'tale Magazine.
July 20, 2021
The Christmas Vow by Shanna Hatfield is the fourth book in her series Hardman Holidays, a sweet historical holiday romance. Each book in the series features a different couple in the western town of Hardman around the turn of the century. I love revisiting each year, meeting new characters, and seeing how life changes in the little town from year to year. In this installment, we meet Adam Guthry, Arlan’s older brother, who returns to town for his best friend’s funeral and Tia Devereux, Adam’s old sweetheart who broke his heart when she married another and never returned home. Fate is giving them a second chance, the question is will they take it.
I both liked and disliked Adam. He was so quick to believe the worst in Tia. He never stopped to consider that she may have had feelings for him and that his weren’t clear for her. Instead he threw himself into work and tried to forget her. As a Columbia River Pilot, Adam’s job is both dangerous and time-consuming. He has little time to think of her or start a new relationship. Now nearly ten years later and taking a much needed break at the holidays, he has no choice but to confront the feelings he once had for her.
I loved Tia. She was a young girl when she met her first husband who treated her like a queen. Thinking that Adam would never propose, she was quick to accept this man’s proposal and never returned home. It was a mistake she regretted often. But the one thing she couldn’t regret was the son her marriage gave her. Little Toby is a godsend. He is so much fun in this book, bringing levity when needed but also some of the most heartfelt conversations that brought tears to my eyes. Now a widow, Tia is home, raising her little boy alone. While lonely, she is content with her life until Adam arrives back in town and all the what-if’s and might-have-been’s plague her once more.
The story revolves around Adam and Tia’s past and current relationship. When Tia’s father-in-law threatens to take Toby in a custody battle, Adam steps in vowing to protect them both. I love the dynamic here. The tension from her father-in-law and the marriage of convenience to keep Toby creates plenty of heartache and drama. I found myself rooting for the two of them early on. And I just love Toby.
Overall, I enjoyed The Christmas Vow. It’s exactly what I’ve come to expect from the series, a sweet romance with a HEA. If you enjoy historical romance, I highly recommend it.
I both liked and disliked Adam. He was so quick to believe the worst in Tia. He never stopped to consider that she may have had feelings for him and that his weren’t clear for her. Instead he threw himself into work and tried to forget her. As a Columbia River Pilot, Adam’s job is both dangerous and time-consuming. He has little time to think of her or start a new relationship. Now nearly ten years later and taking a much needed break at the holidays, he has no choice but to confront the feelings he once had for her.
I loved Tia. She was a young girl when she met her first husband who treated her like a queen. Thinking that Adam would never propose, she was quick to accept this man’s proposal and never returned home. It was a mistake she regretted often. But the one thing she couldn’t regret was the son her marriage gave her. Little Toby is a godsend. He is so much fun in this book, bringing levity when needed but also some of the most heartfelt conversations that brought tears to my eyes. Now a widow, Tia is home, raising her little boy alone. While lonely, she is content with her life until Adam arrives back in town and all the what-if’s and might-have-been’s plague her once more.
The story revolves around Adam and Tia’s past and current relationship. When Tia’s father-in-law threatens to take Toby in a custody battle, Adam steps in vowing to protect them both. I love the dynamic here. The tension from her father-in-law and the marriage of convenience to keep Toby creates plenty of heartache and drama. I found myself rooting for the two of them early on. And I just love Toby.
Overall, I enjoyed The Christmas Vow. It’s exactly what I’ve come to expect from the series, a sweet romance with a HEA. If you enjoy historical romance, I highly recommend it.
June 27, 2017
The Christmas Vow is sweet little Christmas story between two people who still loved each other but who were afraid to say it to each other. They had loved each other as teens but then Tia went off to another city for a visit and married an older man. She got tired of waiting for Adam to proclaim his love for her. They reconnect in Hardman after Adam comes home to attend the funeral of a dear friend. Adam becomes her protector when Tia's evil ex-father in law attempts to gain custody of her small son.
I loved this book for the suspense element thrown in. There are a few wicked evil characters in this book that makes it an interesting read. The romance in this book was just right. There was no excessive kissing like in The Christmas Token. I loved the chemistry between Adam and Tia. And that little boy Toby was just adorable. I love the way the author weaves the characters of children in her books.
I'm getting ready to read the last book in the series but I hope it won't be the last. I'd love to fast forward a few years from now and read the story of a romance between Toby and Erin.
I loved this book for the suspense element thrown in. There are a few wicked evil characters in this book that makes it an interesting read. The romance in this book was just right. There was no excessive kissing like in The Christmas Token. I loved the chemistry between Adam and Tia. And that little boy Toby was just adorable. I love the way the author weaves the characters of children in her books.
I'm getting ready to read the last book in the series but I hope it won't be the last. I'd love to fast forward a few years from now and read the story of a romance between Toby and Erin.
December 30, 2020
Adam, Tia and Toby
This is a sweet and loving story written by Shanna Hatfield. She has done an exceptional job with the plot and the characters. She has filled the pages with excitement, adventure, mystery, humor and the promise of forever love. Adam and Tia had grown up as friends together and thought they would marry. Circumstances changed things for them and she married a wealthy man in another town and they had a young son, Toby. Again circumstances changed life for them again. Adam and Tia meet again at the funeral of their old school friend. You will enjoy discovering if and how they discover their happily ever after.
This is a sweet and loving story written by Shanna Hatfield. She has done an exceptional job with the plot and the characters. She has filled the pages with excitement, adventure, mystery, humor and the promise of forever love. Adam and Tia had grown up as friends together and thought they would marry. Circumstances changed things for them and she married a wealthy man in another town and they had a young son, Toby. Again circumstances changed life for them again. Adam and Tia meet again at the funeral of their old school friend. You will enjoy discovering if and how they discover their happily ever after.
February 5, 2023
Through
Adam and Tia were meant to be. Though they both were young when Tia up and left town where she ended up marrying another man; her heart was always Adam's.
Adam never got over Tia leaving and marrying sometime else. It wasn't until Adam came home for the funeral of his best friend that he came face to face with Tia.
When Toby,Tia's young son, was being stocked by her former father-in-law, Adam stepped up married Tia and fought off the men sent to take Toby away from Tia.
This was an action packed story full of love and action.
Adam and Tia were meant to be. Though they both were young when Tia up and left town where she ended up marrying another man; her heart was always Adam's.
Adam never got over Tia leaving and marrying sometime else. It wasn't until Adam came home for the funeral of his best friend that he came face to face with Tia.
When Toby,Tia's young son, was being stocked by her former father-in-law, Adam stepped up married Tia and fought off the men sent to take Toby away from Tia.
This was an action packed story full of love and action.
March 10, 2020
Thrilling story
This is Adam and Tia's story. They are new characters to Hardman even though they both grew up together in Hardman. This story has a lot of intrigue, especially when it comes to Tia's son Toby. You'll definitely want to read this story to see how it plays out in the end. All the characters of Hartman come alive at Shanna's hand. I can't wait to read more about these people and see what happens in the next books.
This is Adam and Tia's story. They are new characters to Hardman even though they both grew up together in Hardman. This story has a lot of intrigue, especially when it comes to Tia's son Toby. You'll definitely want to read this story to see how it plays out in the end. All the characters of Hartman come alive at Shanna's hand. I can't wait to read more about these people and see what happens in the next books.
July 13, 2021
Loved it!
Clean historical romance. Set in the 1890s in eastern Oregon.
Adam and Tia grew up together and fell in love, but her insecurities kept them apart for 11 years. Adam came home for a friend funeral and discovered Tia needed his help. He stepped up in a big way and made a vow to protect her and her son. " After all, a vow was much more than a promise, far deeper than a commitment. It was a pledge, a troth to another, and Adam intended to honor every word."
Clean historical romance. Set in the 1890s in eastern Oregon.
Adam and Tia grew up together and fell in love, but her insecurities kept them apart for 11 years. Adam came home for a friend funeral and discovered Tia needed his help. He stepped up in a big way and made a vow to protect her and her son. " After all, a vow was much more than a promise, far deeper than a commitment. It was a pledge, a troth to another, and Adam intended to honor every word."
January 20, 2022
The Christmas Vow
Wonderful story of young love, resurrected 11 years later but just as strong. Adam returns home to attend his dearest friends funeral and saw the love of his life. It was difficult to stay away from her because of her darling little 4yr old son Toby. Action begins when father in law hires thugs to kidnap his grandson, Toby. Adam goes he will protect and love Toby and his mother. He always keeps his promises. Great story.
Wonderful story of young love, resurrected 11 years later but just as strong. Adam returns home to attend his dearest friends funeral and saw the love of his life. It was difficult to stay away from her because of her darling little 4yr old son Toby. Action begins when father in law hires thugs to kidnap his grandson, Toby. Adam goes he will protect and love Toby and his mother. He always keeps his promises. Great story.
December 17, 2022
While I appreciate the author did research into many aspects of this story, particularly the nautical side, I wish she would have done some basic research into everyday things to modern society. In the setting of this book, indoor bathrooms and running water would be highly unlikely. This kept pulling me out of the story. I also found the writing jarring at times. All the build up about the second-chance romance and in-law drama came to a let down on both parts.
January 10, 2022
The Christmas Vow
This was.a Story about going home, Adam retuned to Hardman, for his close friends burial. At the funeral
, he saw the love of his life, Tia and her little son. Will he and she become the close friends and love each other, before she left town. I really enjoyed this story.
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This was.a Story about going home, Adam retuned to Hardman, for his close friends burial. At the funeral
, he saw the love of his life, Tia and her little son. Will he and she become the close friends and love each other, before she left town. I really enjoyed this story.
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December 27, 2017
Shanna has quickly become one of my favorite authors! I read the first book in this series a month ago and immediately picked up the next book in the series. They have all been so sweet and great to catch up with characters from former books :)
December 21, 2022
Another great read from Shanna Hatfield!
The Hardman Holiday series is another great read from Shanna Hatfield. Books 1, 2, 3, and 4 are great reads for this Christmas season. They are all winners. Time to check out number 5, “The Christmas Quandary.”
The Hardman Holiday series is another great read from Shanna Hatfield. Books 1, 2, 3, and 4 are great reads for this Christmas season. They are all winners. Time to check out number 5, “The Christmas Quandary.”
February 12, 2023
another heartwarming story
I just wish there was a little more story between Christmas Eve and then bam they’re leaving for Portland. We didn’t even get to see Toby open his presents.
I just wish there was a little more story between Christmas Eve and then bam they’re leaving for Portland. We didn’t even get to see Toby open his presents.
September 20, 2023
The good part was the villain started out as an evil character with nefarious intentions. The hero is the salt of the earth. The Christmas bow around everything was a wee bit too big. It was designed to cover some flaws. Since it’s a Christmas story, I’ll leave the bow be.
May 28, 2017
A brother comes home
Sometimes life gives us a second chance. A theme that suits a Christmas story, to get what you wished for, before the thought crossed your mind.
Sometimes life gives us a second chance. A theme that suits a Christmas story, to get what you wished for, before the thought crossed your mind.
June 23, 2017
Magic
Each story in this series is a compellingly read. The characters are well written and they are so genuinely portrayed.
Each story in this series is a compellingly read. The characters are well written and they are so genuinely portrayed.
December 17, 2017
3.5 stars
December 6, 2017
Some loves never leave your heart.
Holidays and family gatherings bring old loves and memories back. Can he protect his childhood love and her child from her late husband's family?
Holidays and family gatherings bring old loves and memories back. Can he protect his childhood love and her child from her late husband's family?
December 17, 2017
Great read!
I truly loved reading about Adam, Tia, and her precious little boy. This story brought smiles to my face and warmth to my heart.
I truly loved reading about Adam, Tia, and her precious little boy. This story brought smiles to my face and warmth to my heart.
March 18, 2018
Great series
I have really been enjoying the books in this series. I like how the characters from the first books build and carry over into the next book.
I have really been enjoying the books in this series. I like how the characters from the first books build and carry over into the next book.
December 1, 2020
Tia
I enjoyed this book about a river pilot returning home for his best friends funeral,, and meeting up with his former girlfriend.
I enjoyed this book about a river pilot returning home for his best friends funeral,, and meeting up with his former girlfriend.
December 11, 2022
Great story
April 18, 2023
Loved it
December 22, 2020
I have been thoroughly enjoying this series - perfect reading during a Covid-19 Christmas season. I like that each one tackles a different type of romantic challenge. The characters are well-drawn, and become friends. There's a little bit of mystery/suspense in each one, along with the romantic tension. Do start with #1!
January 2, 2019
This was a great 4th book in the Hardman series. It held your interest all the way through. It still had humor, mystery and intrigue in this book too. Reading the next in the series now.
May 14, 2021
A youthful blunder, broken hearts, reunion, and healing are the foundation of this delightful tale. Romance truly does bloom in Hardman during Yuletide.
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