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Christmas Wish
Bright lights…Fame…Wealth…
Kyle Austen Reed had it all, and his devilishly handsome good looks were known to steal hearts on and off the screen…
Fired…Evicted…Caring for a special needs child…
Aurora Rose’s life wasn’t a Lifetime movie. For the courageous and beautiful single mother, this was her reality…
When a meet and greet with an adoring young fan changes both of their worlds, Kyle will have to prove that there’s more to him than meets the eye, and Aurora will need to have faith that, after years of just scraping by, she is deserving of more than just a temporary reprieve from her daily struggle…
For the movie star and the single mom, will a Christmas Wish become their new reality?
*Can be read as a standalone. No cliffhanger*
Kyle Austen Reed had it all, and his devilishly handsome good looks were known to steal hearts on and off the screen…
Fired…Evicted…Caring for a special needs child…
Aurora Rose’s life wasn’t a Lifetime movie. For the courageous and beautiful single mother, this was her reality…
When a meet and greet with an adoring young fan changes both of their worlds, Kyle will have to prove that there’s more to him than meets the eye, and Aurora will need to have faith that, after years of just scraping by, she is deserving of more than just a temporary reprieve from her daily struggle…
For the movie star and the single mom, will a Christmas Wish become their new reality?
*Can be read as a standalone. No cliffhanger*
150 pages, ebook
First published December 14, 2016
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Melanie Shawn
136 books1,855 followersNEW YORK TIMES & USA TODAY bestselling author Melanie Shawn writes HEAs filled with sweet and sassy heroines, heroes who are cinnamon rolls in the streets alpho-holes in the sheets, casts of supportive *cough: meddling* friends and family who put the fun in funny, toe-curling combustible heat, and sugary sweet “aww” moments that will have your hearts and e-readers melting.
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December 14, 2015
Paige's review posted at Guilty Pleasures Book Reviews
4.5 stars
I love the love at first site that was described in this Christmas novella. Just like Aurora and Angel I too fell for Kyle. I found Kyle to be demanding yet kind, bossy but caring. I liked his take charge attitude through this book.
Auroras and Angel have been on their own for years. While this mother / daughter have been through many challenges together it's nice to see them both being able to count on support from Kyle and his friends and family.
This is a sweet Christmas read that will put you into the holiday spirit.
4.5 stars
I love the love at first site that was described in this Christmas novella. Just like Aurora and Angel I too fell for Kyle. I found Kyle to be demanding yet kind, bossy but caring. I liked his take charge attitude through this book.
Auroras and Angel have been on their own for years. While this mother / daughter have been through many challenges together it's nice to see them both being able to count on support from Kyle and his friends and family.
This is a sweet Christmas read that will put you into the holiday spirit.
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December 14, 2015
**I was provided an ARC by the author for an honest review**
What a wonderful holiday surprise…a novella about none other than Kyle Austen Reed! It’s always so great to go back to Hope Falls to visit with all of our old friends, but I wasn’t sure if Kyle would ever get his happily ever after or not. I’m so happy that he did!
As Kyle Austen Reed is traveling back to Hope Falls for some downtime around the holidays, he makes a stop at a hospital where one of his biggest fans, a young lady who is a paraplegic, is recovering from a minor medical procedure she’s undergone. He is not only taken by the talented girl who has her own YouTube following and can tell him everything and anything about all of the movies he’s been in, but he is also captivated by her mother.
Aurora Rose focuses on nothing in her life but her young daughter. She lost her husband seven years earlier in the car accident that also left her daughter permanently in a wheelchair. When she finds out that megastar Kyle Austen Reed is coming to visit her daughter, she just hopes he doesn’t let her down or end up causing a medical issue by Angel getting overexcited. When she feels a spark between herself and the handsome actor, she doesn’t believe it could be true, nor does she let herself focus on it. She has far too many other things to be worried about least of all herself.
When Kyle comes back to the hospital to see Angel before he leaves town for his trip to Hope Falls, he finds a devastated Aurora who has just learned she’s lost her job and been evicted. Kyle immediately jumps into action and makes plans to take Aurora and Angel with him to Hope Falls. Will he be able to convince Aurora that she belongs with him and that he wants to be a permanent fixture in the lives of her and her daughter? Or will her deep seeded fears of leaning on someone else win out in the end?
I couldn’t have loved this story more if I tried! I’ve always liked Kyle as a character and I felt like this story was a perfect fit for him, as were Aurora and Angel. Thanks to Melanie Shawn for such an awesome holiday surprise…it sure made my holiday a lot brighter!
What a wonderful holiday surprise…a novella about none other than Kyle Austen Reed! It’s always so great to go back to Hope Falls to visit with all of our old friends, but I wasn’t sure if Kyle would ever get his happily ever after or not. I’m so happy that he did!
As Kyle Austen Reed is traveling back to Hope Falls for some downtime around the holidays, he makes a stop at a hospital where one of his biggest fans, a young lady who is a paraplegic, is recovering from a minor medical procedure she’s undergone. He is not only taken by the talented girl who has her own YouTube following and can tell him everything and anything about all of the movies he’s been in, but he is also captivated by her mother.
Aurora Rose focuses on nothing in her life but her young daughter. She lost her husband seven years earlier in the car accident that also left her daughter permanently in a wheelchair. When she finds out that megastar Kyle Austen Reed is coming to visit her daughter, she just hopes he doesn’t let her down or end up causing a medical issue by Angel getting overexcited. When she feels a spark between herself and the handsome actor, she doesn’t believe it could be true, nor does she let herself focus on it. She has far too many other things to be worried about least of all herself.
When Kyle comes back to the hospital to see Angel before he leaves town for his trip to Hope Falls, he finds a devastated Aurora who has just learned she’s lost her job and been evicted. Kyle immediately jumps into action and makes plans to take Aurora and Angel with him to Hope Falls. Will he be able to convince Aurora that she belongs with him and that he wants to be a permanent fixture in the lives of her and her daughter? Or will her deep seeded fears of leaning on someone else win out in the end?
I couldn’t have loved this story more if I tried! I’ve always liked Kyle as a character and I felt like this story was a perfect fit for him, as were Aurora and Angel. Thanks to Melanie Shawn for such an awesome holiday surprise…it sure made my holiday a lot brighter!
December 22, 2015
The magic of the Christmas season truly lives inside the pages of this spicy, sweet and tender holiday novella that is a part of the Hope Falls Series, but I had no difficulty in reading it as a standalone. The message is a reminder to all of us that the rewards of giving are far better than receiving.
In this story Aurora, a single mom who has hit rock bottom is doing everything in her power to take care of her 10-year old daughter, Angel, who sustained paralyzing injuries in a car accident that also took the life of her husband and the child’s father. Before returning to Hope Falls for a break over the Christmas holiday, movie star Kyle Austin Reed plans on surprising Angel, who is his biggest fan, with a visit to her in the hospital. Needless to say, it leads to a bagful of surprises for all three.
There’s plenty of holiday cheer, some big time romancing, and lots of unforgettable moments. There are dreams to make come true and wishes to grant, and Kyle is the perfect Santa to deliver them all plus some surprises of his own.
For a warm and cozy holiday feel, this one does the trick.
In this story Aurora, a single mom who has hit rock bottom is doing everything in her power to take care of her 10-year old daughter, Angel, who sustained paralyzing injuries in a car accident that also took the life of her husband and the child’s father. Before returning to Hope Falls for a break over the Christmas holiday, movie star Kyle Austin Reed plans on surprising Angel, who is his biggest fan, with a visit to her in the hospital. Needless to say, it leads to a bagful of surprises for all three.
There’s plenty of holiday cheer, some big time romancing, and lots of unforgettable moments. There are dreams to make come true and wishes to grant, and Kyle is the perfect Santa to deliver them all plus some surprises of his own.
For a warm and cozy holiday feel, this one does the trick.
November 1, 2017
Christmas Wish
Another fantastic Hope Falls book. Aurora was used to being the strong one. As sole caregiver to a special needs daughter, she could only depend on herself. Kyle ,an A list actor never thought visiting a young girl in the hospital would change his life.
Sweet and sexy.
Another fantastic Hope Falls book. Aurora was used to being the strong one. As sole caregiver to a special needs daughter, she could only depend on herself. Kyle ,an A list actor never thought visiting a young girl in the hospital would change his life.
Sweet and sexy.
December 20, 2015
**Received an ARC from the author in exchange for an honest review.**
"Christmas Wish" is written by Melanie Shawn, and it's part of the Hope Fall series. It can be read as a stand-alone novella. It features Kyle Austen Reed and Aurora Rose.
Kyle is a popular, famous actor. He's about to have some downtime for the holiday season in Hope Falls. But he has one more stop -- a meet and greet at a hospital with one of his young fans. What he didn't realize was that this meet and greet will change his life forever. Aurora's daughter, Angel, is a well-articulated, happy, budding movie reviewer. He's charmed by her, but at the same time, he's drawn to Aurora. It was love at first sight for him. He wants to get to know both of them more.
Aurora is a single mother. She loves Angel and is always there for her. She's been missing work to take care of Angel. The problem? The same day Aurora got good news that Angel can be released from the hospital, she gets fired from her job and finds out they got evicted. What is she going to do?
Kyle learns Angel got released, so he quickly visits her and Aurora. But he sees a sight that upsets him -- Aurora crying and looking helpless. When he finds out what happened to Aurora and Angel, he quickly remedies the situation and brings them to stay with him in Hope Falls.
This is where the story begins. Aurora might see this visit to Hope Falls and staying with Kyle as temporary, but Kyle wants otherwise. He wants permanence, and he does everything to show them that.
"Christmas Wish" was a wonderful, quick read for me! I'm picky with novellas due to the shortness of the story and the possibility of having too many characters and a rushed storyline, but Melanie and Shawna had a perfect balance! I absolutely adored Kyle, Aurora, and Angel. And of course, a Hope Falls story wouldn't be complete without a cameo from some of our favorite characters! Everyone needs to read this novella!
"Christmas Wish" is written by Melanie Shawn, and it's part of the Hope Fall series. It can be read as a stand-alone novella. It features Kyle Austen Reed and Aurora Rose.
Kyle is a popular, famous actor. He's about to have some downtime for the holiday season in Hope Falls. But he has one more stop -- a meet and greet at a hospital with one of his young fans. What he didn't realize was that this meet and greet will change his life forever. Aurora's daughter, Angel, is a well-articulated, happy, budding movie reviewer. He's charmed by her, but at the same time, he's drawn to Aurora. It was love at first sight for him. He wants to get to know both of them more.
Aurora is a single mother. She loves Angel and is always there for her. She's been missing work to take care of Angel. The problem? The same day Aurora got good news that Angel can be released from the hospital, she gets fired from her job and finds out they got evicted. What is she going to do?
Kyle learns Angel got released, so he quickly visits her and Aurora. But he sees a sight that upsets him -- Aurora crying and looking helpless. When he finds out what happened to Aurora and Angel, he quickly remedies the situation and brings them to stay with him in Hope Falls.
This is where the story begins. Aurora might see this visit to Hope Falls and staying with Kyle as temporary, but Kyle wants otherwise. He wants permanence, and he does everything to show them that.
"Christmas Wish" was a wonderful, quick read for me! I'm picky with novellas due to the shortness of the story and the possibility of having too many characters and a rushed storyline, but Melanie and Shawna had a perfect balance! I absolutely adored Kyle, Aurora, and Angel. And of course, a Hope Falls story wouldn't be complete without a cameo from some of our favorite characters! Everyone needs to read this novella!
December 17, 2015
Mon Dieu, I love this story! And I needed that reminder of Christmas magic, abundance of love, kindness, and generosity that is part of it.
Hope Falls have been since the book one, my 'happy place' 'safe place' what ever you want to call it, where you escape when life gets too much. The people are successful and 'most famous' this and that, but really, at Hope Falls, everyone is just a person, a neighbor, a friend. They are genuine, solid, honorable, honest, and kind. Just a place where anyone would want to build their lives in.
I admit, I wasn't a fan of Kyle Austin Reed in the previous books, I thought he was pretentious and full of himself. But as I get to know Kyle, the person, I love him. His big heart, kindness, generosity, honesty, and love towards Angel and Aurora, took my breath away.
Aurora is so tough, strong, and incredible mom. I love how she puts Angel first, always. Even putting her own pride aside for the sake of her child. The struggle to let go of the control, and let Angel fly free, be independent, had me in tears. How hard it must have been, to give Angel that freedom, and not guard her every moment, to keep her safe.
The connection between Aurora and Kyle is magical. From the first moment it is palpable, and it just grows from there. The passion is steaming hot, beautiful, and excited. But the caring is even deeper, the desire to make the other happy the main goal.
Angel says at one point that she doesn't believe in Santa, well, this story was pure magic, filled with all the good things that Christmas is all about, love, sacrifice, kindness, generosity. It made me believe in the magic of Christmas, once again.
I hope you will open up your heart this season, and take an emotional, and magical, ride to Hope Falls, with Kyle, Aurora, and Angel, and the rest of the friends from the town
~ Five Spoons
Hope Falls have been since the book one, my 'happy place' 'safe place' what ever you want to call it, where you escape when life gets too much. The people are successful and 'most famous' this and that, but really, at Hope Falls, everyone is just a person, a neighbor, a friend. They are genuine, solid, honorable, honest, and kind. Just a place where anyone would want to build their lives in.
I admit, I wasn't a fan of Kyle Austin Reed in the previous books, I thought he was pretentious and full of himself. But as I get to know Kyle, the person, I love him. His big heart, kindness, generosity, honesty, and love towards Angel and Aurora, took my breath away.
Aurora is so tough, strong, and incredible mom. I love how she puts Angel first, always. Even putting her own pride aside for the sake of her child. The struggle to let go of the control, and let Angel fly free, be independent, had me in tears. How hard it must have been, to give Angel that freedom, and not guard her every moment, to keep her safe.
The connection between Aurora and Kyle is magical. From the first moment it is palpable, and it just grows from there. The passion is steaming hot, beautiful, and excited. But the caring is even deeper, the desire to make the other happy the main goal.
Angel says at one point that she doesn't believe in Santa, well, this story was pure magic, filled with all the good things that Christmas is all about, love, sacrifice, kindness, generosity. It made me believe in the magic of Christmas, once again.
I hope you will open up your heart this season, and take an emotional, and magical, ride to Hope Falls, with Kyle, Aurora, and Angel, and the rest of the friends from the town
~ Five Spoons
December 14, 2015
THIS BOOK! OMG, I think I died a little and fell in love with Kyle.
This novella is about Kyle Austin Reed and Aurora. Kyle is an adopted member of Hope Falls and hasn't been lucky in finding love, until now. Kyle is looking forward so much needed R&R at Hope Falls this holiday season. Right before he heads up to Hope Falls, he makes a quick stop at a hospital in Sacramento to meet a fan. The
fan he meets happens to be a little girl named Angel who's a paraplegic and is a big YouTube and vlogger. When Kyle meets Angel he is struck in awe of her single mother named Aurora. He is smitten with her beauty and is finding a hard time to focus on Angel.
Kyle doesn't want this meet and greet to end so tries to find a away to see them again soon. Days past and Kyle is missing the woman and child whom have made feel so real and live. Fate had a away to remedy that and bring them together. Through the the book Aurora struggles being a single parent facing so many life blows and trying to accept the kindness of Kyle while waiting for the other shoe to drop. Will Aurora accept Kyle and everything he has to offer or walk away from a fairy tale happy ending. This book reminded me of a Pretty Woman minus the hole hooked thing and also of a real life Matt Damon love story about his wife. I died from swooning so much!
This book had everything jammed back in a quick read. Despite the fact it was quick read it answered everything and didn't leave you hanging. I loved that! This book can be read as a stand alone but I highly recommend the entire series.
It's getting harder to decide which is my favorite book. I think this one is going on my list.
This novella is about Kyle Austin Reed and Aurora. Kyle is an adopted member of Hope Falls and hasn't been lucky in finding love, until now. Kyle is looking forward so much needed R&R at Hope Falls this holiday season. Right before he heads up to Hope Falls, he makes a quick stop at a hospital in Sacramento to meet a fan. The
fan he meets happens to be a little girl named Angel who's a paraplegic and is a big YouTube and vlogger. When Kyle meets Angel he is struck in awe of her single mother named Aurora. He is smitten with her beauty and is finding a hard time to focus on Angel.
Kyle doesn't want this meet and greet to end so tries to find a away to see them again soon. Days past and Kyle is missing the woman and child whom have made feel so real and live. Fate had a away to remedy that and bring them together. Through the the book Aurora struggles being a single parent facing so many life blows and trying to accept the kindness of Kyle while waiting for the other shoe to drop. Will Aurora accept Kyle and everything he has to offer or walk away from a fairy tale happy ending. This book reminded me of a Pretty Woman minus the hole hooked thing and also of a real life Matt Damon love story about his wife. I died from swooning so much!
This book had everything jammed back in a quick read. Despite the fact it was quick read it answered everything and didn't leave you hanging. I loved that! This book can be read as a stand alone but I highly recommend the entire series.
It's getting harder to decide which is my favorite book. I think this one is going on my list.
December 22, 2015
Christmas Wish was such a lovely, romantic story and I was drawn in from the first page. Hope Falls has a special place in my heart and it was so nice to see Kyle Austin Reed’s happily ever after. It was also nice to see the rest of the gang and see what’s been going on in their lives. Opening up a Melanie Shawn Hope Falls book is like going back into my favorite town and I’ll never tire of reading their great love stories.
I always thought of Kyle Austin Reed as a celebrity wrapped up in his fame with no time to care about anyone else but himself. I was so happy to be proven wrong. I didn’t think he would have so much depth and be so caring, affectionate, generous and loving. After seeing the type of character he truly is I was so happy that he was paired off with his perfect match Aurora.
Aurora is a beautiful protective mama bear to her amazing daughter Angel. She not only lost her husband but Angel was also paralyzed with a list of medical issues that prevent her from living a normal life due to a car accident. Her main focus has always been to take care of her daughter and the last thing she expects is to fall in love.
Aurora and Kyle seem like the most unlikely match at first but when you peel away their protective layers you realize they are truly meant to be. They discover the gift of true love just in time for Christmas and they finally get to have the family they’ve always dreamed of. Their story was so sweet, compelling and often times left me in tears. Melanie and Shawna truly capture your heart and the holiday spirit in this great addition to the Hope Falls Series.
I always thought of Kyle Austin Reed as a celebrity wrapped up in his fame with no time to care about anyone else but himself. I was so happy to be proven wrong. I didn’t think he would have so much depth and be so caring, affectionate, generous and loving. After seeing the type of character he truly is I was so happy that he was paired off with his perfect match Aurora.
Aurora is a beautiful protective mama bear to her amazing daughter Angel. She not only lost her husband but Angel was also paralyzed with a list of medical issues that prevent her from living a normal life due to a car accident. Her main focus has always been to take care of her daughter and the last thing she expects is to fall in love.
Aurora and Kyle seem like the most unlikely match at first but when you peel away their protective layers you realize they are truly meant to be. They discover the gift of true love just in time for Christmas and they finally get to have the family they’ve always dreamed of. Their story was so sweet, compelling and often times left me in tears. Melanie and Shawna truly capture your heart and the holiday spirit in this great addition to the Hope Falls Series.
December 15, 2015
Christmas Wish by Melanie Shawn (a novella in the Hope Falls Series) stars Kyle Austin Reed, movie star extraordinaire. At a meet and greet at a hospital with a young fan, Angel, Kyle is stunned by the beauty of the girl’s mother, Aurora. Since the accident that killed her husband and left her daughter a paraplegic, Aurora has lived a difficult life, barely scrapping by to make ends meet. On the morning that Angel was to be released from the hospital, Aurora was fired and evicted. Enter our hero, Kyle. He happened to go to the hospital to check on them, finds out the news, and offers them a place to live for a while, his home in Hope Falls.
This is a love at first sight story. Kyle wants to do anything he can for Aurora to make her life easier and provide a better quality of health care for Angel. Aurora has taken care of herself and Angel for so long she is unsure of trusting what Kyle is offering. Kyle has to figure out how to convince Aurora of his feelings and intent. Without spoiling anything, Aurora, Kyle and Angel find their way to a happily ever after.
I enjoyed Christmas Wish and was pleased with the way Melanie Shawn found a true love for Hope Falls’ favorite movie star and the way the town adopted Aurora and Angel. I highly recommend this book and am looking forward to reading the next story of the Hope Falls series.
I received a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.
This is a love at first sight story. Kyle wants to do anything he can for Aurora to make her life easier and provide a better quality of health care for Angel. Aurora has taken care of herself and Angel for so long she is unsure of trusting what Kyle is offering. Kyle has to figure out how to convince Aurora of his feelings and intent. Without spoiling anything, Aurora, Kyle and Angel find their way to a happily ever after.
I enjoyed Christmas Wish and was pleased with the way Melanie Shawn found a true love for Hope Falls’ favorite movie star and the way the town adopted Aurora and Angel. I highly recommend this book and am looking forward to reading the next story of the Hope Falls series.
I received a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.
December 25, 2015
Christmas is the season of giving and cheer, it is the season of love and romance and it is the season of family, friends and miracles. And this the season that brings out utterly delicious love stories from some of my favorite writers…and heading that list for me is Melanie Shawn.
Their surprise release, “Christmas Wish” is just that – a delightful read of new relationships, new beginnings and a miracle that gives a mother and her disabled a daughter a fairy tale of a life.
Kyle Austen Reed is the typical handsome devil of a guy, a movie star with a big heart. And is all smitten with in-trouble-mother Aurora Rose. As goofy and hilarious Kyle was in the previous stories, he’s just too adorable not to fall in love.
Aurora Rose is just a firecracker of a mother, with the world falling apart, her entire focus is her daughter and her daughter’s happiness. Two individuals attracted to each other and throw in a daughter with an amazing talent for blogging and just making everyone around her laugh and fall in love with her positivity and courage.
A fairy tale of wishes coming true, of keeping that faith and hope for better things, of courage and miracles, of emotions and insecurities, “Christmas Wish” gives the readers a miracle of a read.
Irresistible, Endearing and Lovable!!!
Received an ARC from the author for an honest review.
Their surprise release, “Christmas Wish” is just that – a delightful read of new relationships, new beginnings and a miracle that gives a mother and her disabled a daughter a fairy tale of a life.
Kyle Austen Reed is the typical handsome devil of a guy, a movie star with a big heart. And is all smitten with in-trouble-mother Aurora Rose. As goofy and hilarious Kyle was in the previous stories, he’s just too adorable not to fall in love.
Aurora Rose is just a firecracker of a mother, with the world falling apart, her entire focus is her daughter and her daughter’s happiness. Two individuals attracted to each other and throw in a daughter with an amazing talent for blogging and just making everyone around her laugh and fall in love with her positivity and courage.
A fairy tale of wishes coming true, of keeping that faith and hope for better things, of courage and miracles, of emotions and insecurities, “Christmas Wish” gives the readers a miracle of a read.
Irresistible, Endearing and Lovable!!!
Received an ARC from the author for an honest review.
December 14, 2015
Another wonderful story from Hope Falls! If you have not visited this quaint little town yet… you need to read the series. It is full of wonderful people and I wish it was a real place as I would move there in a heartbeat! This latest installment can be read alone but you will meet characters from the previous books and it may help to have read them.
The story centers on Aurora, a single mom and her daughter, Angel, who is a paraplegic due to an accident that killed her father. Angel has an opportunity to meet her favorite actor, Kyle Austin Reed who keeps a part time home in Hope Falls. When Kyle sees Aurora for the first time, he is struck by her beauty and her strength.
Aurora is used to taking care of things on her own but when her life falls apart, Kyle steps in to try to save the day. Will she let down her guard and accept his help and his love or will she continue to close herself off from any happiness? You will need to read the story to find out!
Disclaimer: I was gifted an ARC in exchange for an honest review.
The story centers on Aurora, a single mom and her daughter, Angel, who is a paraplegic due to an accident that killed her father. Angel has an opportunity to meet her favorite actor, Kyle Austin Reed who keeps a part time home in Hope Falls. When Kyle sees Aurora for the first time, he is struck by her beauty and her strength.
Aurora is used to taking care of things on her own but when her life falls apart, Kyle steps in to try to save the day. Will she let down her guard and accept his help and his love or will she continue to close herself off from any happiness? You will need to read the story to find out!
Disclaimer: I was gifted an ARC in exchange for an honest review.
December 15, 2015
Traveling back to Hope Falls with the authors Melanie Shawn are a MUST in my book. I love this town and all that it has to offer. This story is wonderful because we FINALLY get to find out who can knock Kyle Austen Reed into love. Aurora really is a strong heroine that any woman can admire. Her lifetime struggles, her strength and tenacity for dealing with crap as it is dealt makes you understand why Kyle couldn’t help but falling and falling fast. Plus, I loved how we get to know who Kyle really is as a person and not just an actor. We know from previous Hope Falls books that he is caring and generous but in this story his character unfolds.
If you haven’t read any of the Hope Falls books before you could read this one on its own but WHY not read about this town and the people in it from the beginning. I promise you it is definitely worth it.
I received an ARC in return for an honest review.
If you haven’t read any of the Hope Falls books before you could read this one on its own but WHY not read about this town and the people in it from the beginning. I promise you it is definitely worth it.
I received an ARC in return for an honest review.
December 12, 2015
Kyle is just the sweetest guy..
We mat him in other Hope Falls books and to be honest, I really didn't like his cocky attitude.. But in Christmas wish, I totally fell for him..
Kyle is taking a break from acting and heads to Hope Falls.. On the way he vists a fan, Angel is recovering from spinal surgery, after a terrible accident when she was younger. Angel is also Kyle's biggest fan.. when he meets her, he can't get over how's strong and determined she is.. But when he meets her beautiful mother Aurora, he feels an instant connection and his protective instincts for them both kick in.. This is such a beautiful story, its also heartbreaking the things Aurora and Angel have been through.. Kyle had my heart from the start, when he first walks into the hospital..
** This ARC was given to me by the author for an honest review **
We mat him in other Hope Falls books and to be honest, I really didn't like his cocky attitude.. But in Christmas wish, I totally fell for him..
Kyle is taking a break from acting and heads to Hope Falls.. On the way he vists a fan, Angel is recovering from spinal surgery, after a terrible accident when she was younger. Angel is also Kyle's biggest fan.. when he meets her, he can't get over how's strong and determined she is.. But when he meets her beautiful mother Aurora, he feels an instant connection and his protective instincts for them both kick in.. This is such a beautiful story, its also heartbreaking the things Aurora and Angel have been through.. Kyle had my heart from the start, when he first walks into the hospital..
** This ARC was given to me by the author for an honest review **
December 22, 2015
I was so excited to see this surprise Hope Falls Christmas release!!!
Kyle Austen Reed is an awesome part of the Hope Falls series, and I'm so excited he finally got his own story!
Aurora is such a strong heroine. She has been dealt quite a crap hand, and it seems to keep trying to drag her down. She keeps her head up and doesn't let it bring her down (with the exception of a few meltdowns, which were well needed!) She is such a good example for her daugher, Angel, who is outgoing and adorable.
The sparks between Kyle and Aurora were flying, and the chemistry was intense. I love how protective Kyle instantly became of these 2, and how he opened his home (and heart) to them.
The secondary characters were our awesome Hope Falls crew, and it was great catching up with them.
This is definitely an awesome Christmas read that I recommend everyone enjoy!
Kyle Austen Reed is an awesome part of the Hope Falls series, and I'm so excited he finally got his own story!
Aurora is such a strong heroine. She has been dealt quite a crap hand, and it seems to keep trying to drag her down. She keeps her head up and doesn't let it bring her down (with the exception of a few meltdowns, which were well needed!) She is such a good example for her daugher, Angel, who is outgoing and adorable.
The sparks between Kyle and Aurora were flying, and the chemistry was intense. I love how protective Kyle instantly became of these 2, and how he opened his home (and heart) to them.
The secondary characters were our awesome Hope Falls crew, and it was great catching up with them.
This is definitely an awesome Christmas read that I recommend everyone enjoy!
December 9, 2015
I received a free copy in exchange for an honest review.
Kyle has everything- Fame, fortune, and good looks. He is also kind, generous, and loves making charity appearances. Aurora has been caring for her special needs daughter for years after her husband died in a car accident. Kyle meets Aurora and her daughter and is drawn to this wonderful woman.
A beautiful Christmas story of hope and new beginnings. Kyle is a movie star but wants to be seen as just Kyle and wants someone to share his life with. Aurora is trying to keep her life together for her daughter and has placed everything else to the side. I love Hope Falls and the wonderful acceptance of everyone. I am glad Kyle and Aurora communicated well and no craziness happened because they refused to talk.
Kyle has everything- Fame, fortune, and good looks. He is also kind, generous, and loves making charity appearances. Aurora has been caring for her special needs daughter for years after her husband died in a car accident. Kyle meets Aurora and her daughter and is drawn to this wonderful woman.
A beautiful Christmas story of hope and new beginnings. Kyle is a movie star but wants to be seen as just Kyle and wants someone to share his life with. Aurora is trying to keep her life together for her daughter and has placed everything else to the side. I love Hope Falls and the wonderful acceptance of everyone. I am glad Kyle and Aurora communicated well and no craziness happened because they refused to talk.
December 21, 2015
Fun Christmas romance with great chemistry and spice!
Loved Kyle's story in this latest addition to Hope Falls. The chemistry and banter between the main characters was fun to read. The sensitivity to Angel's special needs was handled with grace along with casually bringing up an issue I'd never thought much about. Made the story more real without bringing the story down. Reading Hope Falls stories always makes me feel like I'm visiting old friends. Highly recommend this book to anyone looking for a Christmas story heavy on romance, fun banter with the feel of Christmas thrown in to complete it.
Loved Kyle's story in this latest addition to Hope Falls. The chemistry and banter between the main characters was fun to read. The sensitivity to Angel's special needs was handled with grace along with casually bringing up an issue I'd never thought much about. Made the story more real without bringing the story down. Reading Hope Falls stories always makes me feel like I'm visiting old friends. Highly recommend this book to anyone looking for a Christmas story heavy on romance, fun banter with the feel of Christmas thrown in to complete it.
December 18, 2015
I've read so much about the famous Kyle Austen Reed over the many Hope Falls books and I was wondering when he would get his own story. This novella did not disappoint. How do you find the perfect woman for the man who has it all? You find him a single mother of a special needs child who really isn't impressed with his fame. Aurora has a precocious 11 year old who is Kyle's biggest fan. His team sets up a meet and greet on his way to his house in Hope Falls that sets off a series of events that leads to their happily ever after. I absolutely loved this story.
December 23, 2015
This was a first for me. I had heard of Melanie Shawn but I had not read any of her books. That will change. I now have two bundles waiting for me on my kindle and more to buy. I liked the idea of Hope Falls--a quaint close knit town. Even more enjoyable, was fact that many famous people lived among and were friendly with the towns people. Melanie sucked me into the town and I don't want to leave.
January 5, 2016
I really enjoy this series and the books are getting better and better as more and more people come to Hope falls for a visit or come back home. And the books are really like coming home. I love how the characters all intersect, support and are there for each other. In this one Kyle is a newbie in the town and on his way home he meets Aurora, via her daughter. It was a beautiful story and his generosity of spirit and heart was amazing. It was a pleasure to read this book.
December 21, 2015
Wow what a great little Christmas surprise from Hope Falls! Kyle has a massive personality full of charm (enough to fill a full length book) and sweet Aurora meet and fall for each other. Melanie Shawn manage to make this a heart warming Christmas love story and it does not seem rushed. A fantastic addition to the Hope Falls crew.
December 28, 2015
I loved it!
I have read all of the other Hope Falls books and enjoyed each one. We've seen Kyle in many of these, but never his story. I loved this one! In the previous books Kyle seemed very shallow, which is not the case here! I thought this was a very sweet romantic story. I hope there are many more books to follow!
I have read all of the other Hope Falls books and enjoyed each one. We've seen Kyle in many of these, but never his story. I loved this one! In the previous books Kyle seemed very shallow, which is not the case here! I thought this was a very sweet romantic story. I hope there are many more books to follow!
December 17, 2015
5+ stars--wonderful read
I have loved everyone one of the Hope Falls books but this one was amazing. The way Kyle fell in love with one look at "his girls" loved it!! Love Angel the quick witted tween that has been through so much. A wonderful Holiday and anytime read.
I have loved everyone one of the Hope Falls books but this one was amazing. The way Kyle fell in love with one look at "his girls" loved it!! Love Angel the quick witted tween that has been through so much. A wonderful Holiday and anytime read.
December 14, 2015
It was a good read.
What a happy story. I'm not usually a novella fan, but this was just a nice change. Kyle and Aurora were good together and Angel was a fun character. It was fun revisiting the other characters in the series. I loved it.
What a happy story. I'm not usually a novella fan, but this was just a nice change. Kyle and Aurora were good together and Angel was a fun character. It was fun revisiting the other characters in the series. I loved it.
January 2, 2016
True Christmas love
This is my first trip to Hope Falls, but like all the people who seem to visit, I fell in love with the place and look forward to discovering more about it in the future.
This is my first trip to Hope Falls, but like all the people who seem to visit, I fell in love with the place and look forward to discovering more about it in the future.
December 16, 2015
So happy for Kyle.
I knew it would have to be someone special to capture Kyle's heart.
What an amazing story. I LOVED every word.
I knew it would have to be someone special to capture Kyle's heart.
What an amazing story. I LOVED every word.
December 14, 2015
Loved It
Kyle, Aurora, and Angel - what a great love story and at Christmas - for Kyle to step in and take care of Angel's needs the way he did - off the charts points.
Kyle, Aurora, and Angel - what a great love story and at Christmas - for Kyle to step in and take care of Angel's needs the way he did - off the charts points.
December 15, 2015
Loved it!!!
Absolutely loved it. Loved the moms fierce loyalty. Loved how he was so selfless. How full of love they both were. Finished in an hour. Would definitely read again.
Absolutely loved it. Loved the moms fierce loyalty. Loved how he was so selfless. How full of love they both were. Finished in an hour. Would definitely read again.
December 15, 2015
My favorite Christmas novella this year!!! Well done ladies. Wanted Kyle's book for awhile and it did not disappoint.
December 22, 2015
Such a sweet story about love and kindness. Being a family. And knowing u are not alone.
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