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River's End Ranch #31
Peppermint Proposal
When Joni Kley finished her degree in social work, she didn’t feel like she could immediately quit her job as assistant manager of Kelsey’s Kafé on River’s End Ranch. Now that she is free to look around for something else, she’s not sure where she wants to go. She loves Idaho and the ranch, and can’t imagine living anywhere else, but there aren’t exactly a lot of social work jobs in town. When a new cowboy shows up at the ranch, she’s intrigued about the stories he tells her about the boys’ ranch where he was raised and still works.
Max Logan sees Joni as soon as he arrives at River’s End Ranch. She not only gives him warm coffee, but she takes him to the store and makes him buy winter gear—something he’s never really needed at the ranch he works for in Texas. It doesn’t take him long to realize he wants to take her home with him, and he suggests she apply for a job at the McClain Boys’ Ranch. Will she be able to go with him and live happily ever after? Or will his past come between them?
Max Logan sees Joni as soon as he arrives at River’s End Ranch. She not only gives him warm coffee, but she takes him to the store and makes him buy winter gear—something he’s never really needed at the ranch he works for in Texas. It doesn’t take him long to realize he wants to take her home with him, and he suggests she apply for a job at the McClain Boys’ Ranch. Will she be able to go with him and live happily ever after? Or will his past come between them?
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113 pages, Kindle Edition
Published November 3, 2017
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November 25, 2017
Reviewed at Romance Is Ageless
Max has rarely taken a vacation away from home and work – that they both are in the exact same spot is a blessing for him, but he’s being sent on a vacation that he doesn’t really feel he needs. The bonus to heading to the snowy mountains of Idaho instead staying home in the warm winds of Texas is that he’ll get to spend some time with his foster brother Kevin or he should now say, Pastor Kevin. Ill prepared for the winery conditions he finds at River’s End Ranch his first stop is for some hot coffee at Kelsey’s Kafe If Max had believed in love at first sight, it would have hit him right between the eyes at the first glance of a beautiful waitress delivering the mana of the gods… hot coffee with a smile just for him. It wouldn’t take long before Max decided that this angel was perfect for not only him but for the boys ranch back home. Joni was perfect, now he just had to convince her that even he could believe in love at first sight.
Joni is an old friend of readers who have followed the River’s End Ranch from the beginning. She’s been working on her degree in social work while working at the Kafe. She’s finished her schooling now and with a brand new degree in hand she’s ready to set out to do the work of her heart. Except there really isn’t much work in her new filed locally. Extending her time a bit longer at the Kafe to help out Kelsi hasn’t been a hardship, but it’s soon time to make those final decisions. One Texas cowboy may just have all the answers she’ll ever need. An almost instant attraction, one really nice man with a heart of gold and a past that he’s still in some ways facing Max is a man that Joni could see herself with for a lifetime. When he talks about the boys ranch and how she could find work there it’s a lifetime she’d take a chance on… as long as that chance includes Max.
Peppermint Proposal is a nice, easy tie-in with Ms Osbourne’s new series Seven Sons about the McClain Boys Ranch. A series that I fully intend to get started on. I’ve kind of been waiting for Joni’s story as she’s been a stable at the Ranch for so long, she deserves a good man. Max and Joni’s romance may seen quick, but love knows and time doesn’t always matter. I’m definitely hoping to keep up with this couple’s life in another series as secondary characters. I happen to love those types of connecting series. If you’re in the mood for a sweet love story then Peppermint Proposal is perfect for you. I’d recommend this one and all of the stories in this series to any Romance reader who firmly believes in love… and maybe a bit of help from the fairies.
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Max has rarely taken a vacation away from home and work – that they both are in the exact same spot is a blessing for him, but he’s being sent on a vacation that he doesn’t really feel he needs. The bonus to heading to the snowy mountains of Idaho instead staying home in the warm winds of Texas is that he’ll get to spend some time with his foster brother Kevin or he should now say, Pastor Kevin. Ill prepared for the winery conditions he finds at River’s End Ranch his first stop is for some hot coffee at Kelsey’s Kafe If Max had believed in love at first sight, it would have hit him right between the eyes at the first glance of a beautiful waitress delivering the mana of the gods… hot coffee with a smile just for him. It wouldn’t take long before Max decided that this angel was perfect for not only him but for the boys ranch back home. Joni was perfect, now he just had to convince her that even he could believe in love at first sight.
Joni is an old friend of readers who have followed the River’s End Ranch from the beginning. She’s been working on her degree in social work while working at the Kafe. She’s finished her schooling now and with a brand new degree in hand she’s ready to set out to do the work of her heart. Except there really isn’t much work in her new filed locally. Extending her time a bit longer at the Kafe to help out Kelsi hasn’t been a hardship, but it’s soon time to make those final decisions. One Texas cowboy may just have all the answers she’ll ever need. An almost instant attraction, one really nice man with a heart of gold and a past that he’s still in some ways facing Max is a man that Joni could see herself with for a lifetime. When he talks about the boys ranch and how she could find work there it’s a lifetime she’d take a chance on… as long as that chance includes Max.
Peppermint Proposal is a nice, easy tie-in with Ms Osbourne’s new series Seven Sons about the McClain Boys Ranch. A series that I fully intend to get started on. I’ve kind of been waiting for Joni’s story as she’s been a stable at the Ranch for so long, she deserves a good man. Max and Joni’s romance may seen quick, but love knows and time doesn’t always matter. I’m definitely hoping to keep up with this couple’s life in another series as secondary characters. I happen to love those types of connecting series. If you’re in the mood for a sweet love story then Peppermint Proposal is perfect for you. I’d recommend this one and all of the stories in this series to any Romance reader who firmly believes in love… and maybe a bit of help from the fairies.
I read this title through my Kindle Unlimited subscription
June 5, 2023
Another cute River's End Ranch Book
This book took a little longer to get into the story. The main characters Joni and Max do hit it off immediately. Max is visiting his brother at the Ranch. Max is from Texas. He was at a ranch for troubled boys in Texas. After he grew up, he stayed at the ranch as a cowboy. Joni works at the dinner as a waitress. She had just earned her degree at a social worker. Max stops at the diner to warm up and meets Joni. A love connection is made.
This book took a little longer to get into the story. The main characters Joni and Max do hit it off immediately. Max is visiting his brother at the Ranch. Max is from Texas. He was at a ranch for troubled boys in Texas. After he grew up, he stayed at the ranch as a cowboy. Joni works at the dinner as a waitress. She had just earned her degree at a social worker. Max stops at the diner to warm up and meets Joni. A love connection is made.
November 8, 2017
Love just keeps winning
If you're a fan of Kirsten's books, you won't be disappointed. Love the way she always manages to weave a little thread of her other series into her stories. This is a one sitting read as Joni finds her true love when Texan Max comes to River's End to visit his foster brother, Reverend Kevin. She even gets to find a means of using her hard earned Master's degree as an extra bonus.
If you're a fan of Kirsten's books, you won't be disappointed. Love the way she always manages to weave a little thread of her other series into her stories. This is a one sitting read as Joni finds her true love when Texan Max comes to River's End to visit his foster brother, Reverend Kevin. She even gets to find a means of using her hard earned Master's degree as an extra bonus.
November 8, 2017
Hero: Max-Texan cowboy/Kevin's foster brother -- Heroine: Joni waitress at Kelsy's
Reading Enjoyment:4.5* I enjoyed reading this sweet romance. Reading about Joni off and on since book 1 it was time for her find her happy ending. Bringing in Max from the McClain Boys Ranch brought the 2 fun series together in an exciting way! This book is full of romance, family connections, and fairy's (through Jaclyn of course)!!
Reading Enjoyment:4.5* I enjoyed reading this sweet romance. Reading about Joni off and on since book 1 it was time for her find her happy ending. Bringing in Max from the McClain Boys Ranch brought the 2 fun series together in an exciting way! This book is full of romance, family connections, and fairy's (through Jaclyn of course)!!
November 16, 2017
Peppermint Proposal
Another sweet River's End Ranch book. Max headed to the ranch for vacation and to visit his foster brother. Meeting Joni he felt himself drawn to her. Joni was ready to move into the field she studied for. When Max tells her there is an opening at the ranch he is from she decides to take the chance.
I love how this book sets it for the new series about the McClains.
Another sweet River's End Ranch book. Max headed to the ranch for vacation and to visit his foster brother. Meeting Joni he felt himself drawn to her. Joni was ready to move into the field she studied for. When Max tells her there is an opening at the ranch he is from she decides to take the chance.
I love how this book sets it for the new series about the McClains.
February 9, 2018
Joni & Max find each other at River's End Ranch.
Joni Joey just graduated with her Master's degree in Social Work. She is ready to find a job in her career field. Max Logan comes to River's End Ranch to visit Pastor Kevin his foster brother. He tells her she should apply to work at the boys ranch he works at. I love that Jaclyn seemed to be stalking Max.
Joni Joey just graduated with her Master's degree in Social Work. She is ready to find a job in her career field. Max Logan comes to River's End Ranch to visit Pastor Kevin his foster brother. He tells her she should apply to work at the boys ranch he works at. I love that Jaclyn seemed to be stalking Max.
November 9, 2018
GREAT AND ENTERTAINING ROMANCE
A very cute, sweet and endearing new romance. A young man comes to River's End for an extended vacation and also to reunite with his brother. A great story about the dynamics of two amazing large families with lots of love and caring for those in need.
A very cute, sweet and endearing new romance. A young man comes to River's End for an extended vacation and also to reunite with his brother. A great story about the dynamics of two amazing large families with lots of love and caring for those in need.
December 27, 2020
Good clean romance
This book was not only a good romance, it also explored the emotions of a young man, surrendered to the state as a child, who grew up in a group home for boys. The characters were appealing and had good chemistry. The only weakness was that the book ended a bit abruptly.
This book was not only a good romance, it also explored the emotions of a young man, surrendered to the state as a child, who grew up in a group home for boys. The characters were appealing and had good chemistry. The only weakness was that the book ended a bit abruptly.
November 5, 2017
Read Joni's story!
Love this series! Max and Joni's happily ever after was a happy visit on the ranch as well as introducing (or reintroducing) the Boy's ranch. If you enjoy sweet romances this series (especially this book) is must read! Enjoy!
Love this series! Max and Joni's happily ever after was a happy visit on the ranch as well as introducing (or reintroducing) the Boy's ranch. If you enjoy sweet romances this series (especially this book) is must read! Enjoy!
November 5, 2017
Awesome
Just love going to Rivers End Ranch. Maybe we will also learn more about the Texas Ranch. Being from Texas that really appeals to me too. Great book as always. Can’t wait for the next one.
Just love going to Rivers End Ranch. Maybe we will also learn more about the Texas Ranch. Being from Texas that really appeals to me too. Great book as always. Can’t wait for the next one.
November 8, 2017
Great book
I really liked this book! This is a really really great series. Have liked all but 1 book. I loved the connection to the orphan series. Am I picking up on a new spin off serious? Please say yes!
Read this book, this series and all other books by Kirsten!
I really liked this book! This is a really really great series. Have liked all but 1 book. I loved the connection to the orphan series. Am I picking up on a new spin off serious? Please say yes!
Read this book, this series and all other books by Kirsten!
November 11, 2017
Really good. One that I could read again. I liked the fact that it kept moving and not repeat
Ing fact and feelings. Characters were not predefined so I could use my own imaginAtion and there was not a lot of repetitive sex.
Ing fact and feelings. Characters were not predefined so I could use my own imaginAtion and there was not a lot of repetitive sex.
November 11, 2017
Fairy wings & bunny tails overcoming lonely hearts.
Wow! Once again Kirsten Osbourne has come up with a wonderful fairy tail of love. River's End Ranch story never ends to left my spirits. Times like now I wish River's End Ranch was real!
Wow! Once again Kirsten Osbourne has come up with a wonderful fairy tail of love. River's End Ranch story never ends to left my spirits. Times like now I wish River's End Ranch was real!
January 24, 2018
The Fairies are At it Again
This was very beautifully written. A lot of warmth, love and caring in it. It's a nice clean story so everyone can enjoy. Come visit the ranch and meet some memorable characters, complete with fairies and bunnies. Enjoy a plate of snickerdoodle cookies.
This was very beautifully written. A lot of warmth, love and caring in it. It's a nice clean story so everyone can enjoy. Come visit the ranch and meet some memorable characters, complete with fairies and bunnies. Enjoy a plate of snickerdoodle cookies.
July 17, 2018
Fun Christmas in July read. While there is a sadness to the story of parents abandoning their children, the positive is those who helped them become strong young men. Love the quirkiness of a fairy matchmaker and gnomes with some scrumptious snickerdoodle and other sweets.
November 5, 2017
Loved it!
This was great story, and I love the addition of the new family in Texas. Joni and Max are terrific characters!
This was great story, and I love the addition of the new family in Texas. Joni and Max are terrific characters!
November 5, 2017
Idaho/Texas
From frozen mountains to the warm Texas sunshine, this couple gets around! Joni meets Max and all bets are off. Love takes one look at these 2 and totally takes over.
From frozen mountains to the warm Texas sunshine, this couple gets around! Joni meets Max and all bets are off. Love takes one look at these 2 and totally takes over.
November 5, 2017
Another win
Love and family,dreams and careers all come together at Rivers End be prepared to give away your heart when you visit!
Love and family,dreams and careers all come together at Rivers End be prepared to give away your heart when you visit!
November 8, 2017
Sweet and lovely addition to the series
This quick read was lots of fun. A new character, a new romance and new fairy wings. I love this series all over again.
This quick read was lots of fun. A new character, a new romance and new fairy wings. I love this series all over again.
November 10, 2017
False Advertisement
Supposedly a Christmas book, but not until the last few pages. The proposal was boring and unimaginative. Jaclyn is more psycho than ever.
Supposedly a Christmas book, but not until the last few pages. The proposal was boring and unimaginative. Jaclyn is more psycho than ever.
November 12, 2017
Vacation
Meeting helping getting the right winter gear,it was just natural they hit it off. Bonus was him telling her about a job where he was raised and worked.
Meeting helping getting the right winter gear,it was just natural they hit it off. Bonus was him telling her about a job where he was raised and worked.
November 13, 2017
Sweet Romance
This was a sweet little romance with a little bit of everything it definitely enjoyable and nice transition to new series too.
This was a sweet little romance with a little bit of everything it definitely enjoyable and nice transition to new series too.
November 20, 2017
Rivers end is my favorite
This series makes me laugh, cry and cheer. The fairies and Jacquelyn make me laugh but the big foot angle slays me every time........so good
This series makes me laugh, cry and cheer. The fairies and Jacquelyn make me laugh but the big foot angle slays me every time........so good
November 21, 2017
Delicious as always
When you're needing a good dose of funny and happy you can always count on any book by Kirsten.
I love the little interconnections between series.
When you're needing a good dose of funny and happy you can always count on any book by Kirsten.
I love the little interconnections between series.
January 21, 2018
A gem!
I love the authors humor! I bet it reflects alot of her own personality in the words. Now, on to number 32!
I love the authors humor! I bet it reflects alot of her own personality in the words. Now, on to number 32!
July 9, 2018
Cute
Just got to love the fairies! Cute romance and large oversize ranches. The boys ranch is a great idea. I like the book.
Just got to love the fairies! Cute romance and large oversize ranches. The boys ranch is a great idea. I like the book.
July 18, 2018
This was a romance; but there are no obstacles. Just at the end is there a question of whether the two will get together. But it doesn't work because you know they will.
October 8, 2018
Loved it!
Joni's turn and it is great! Now I want to go back and read the Seven Sons series again! Kirsten Osbourne outdid herself in tying the two series together!
Joni's turn and it is great! Now I want to go back and read the Seven Sons series again! Kirsten Osbourne outdid herself in tying the two series together!
February 23, 2019
Joni’s Sweetheart
Logan and Joni hit it off right away and have a whirlwind romance. Many happenings with the social worker and the cowboy. - Babs
Logan and Joni hit it off right away and have a whirlwind romance. Many happenings with the social worker and the cowboy. - Babs
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March 6, 2020Note to self.
Dnf.
Hero, heroine, intro, words, vibe...everything felt mediocre to me.
Dnf.
Hero, heroine, intro, words, vibe...everything felt mediocre to me.
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