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Huckleberry Lake #3
Midnight Clear
He could be her Mr. Right. Only she knows she’s his Ms Wrong.
No one in Sunset Point guesses the secret heartbreak newcomer Claire Robinson hides behind her snarky humor. Including local carpenter and all-round good guy Ryan Connor, who seems to think she’s “the One”.
Sure, he’s handsome, kind, and her students in the one-room elementary school light up brighter than the classroom Christmas tree when he’s around. Everyone loves Ryan. But he wants a big family, something she can’t give him. Her prickly attitude should make him forget her.
Problem is, both God and Ryan seem to have other plans!
Book 3 in the Huckleberry Lake series, set in Idaho. Every story is a complete romance featuring a different couple. Clean, sweet, and wholesome Christian inspirational romance from a USA Today bestselling author!
Previously released as part of the Snowflakes & Snuggles boxed set.
FAITH, HOPE, AND HEARTWARMING
Uplifting emotional romances by Autumn Macarthur
Flawed characters, a God who never gives up on us, a love that lasts!
You can read almost all my books in Kindle Unlimited, and most are also available in paperback.
Huckleberry Lake series set in Idaho!
Book 1 – Calm & Bright
Book 2 – Imperfectly Proverbs 31
Book 3 – Midnight Clear
More stories to come!
Books 1, 2, & 3 are available as a reduced price boxed set, Come to the Lake
Book 1 and Book 2 are also available in beautifully narrated audiobooks, with audio for Book 3 in production now.
Sweetapple Falls series set in Oregon
Book 1 – His Father’s Son
Book 2 – His Healing Touch
More stories to come!
The Love in Store series set in London
Book 1 – The Wedding List
Book 2 – Believe In Me
Book 2.5 – Least Expected
Book 3– A Model Bride (also part of The Macleans)
Book 4– Forget Paris
Book 4.5 – Invitation to the Ball (or get it as my welcome gift for newsletter subscribers)
Book 5 – Teapots & Tiaras
Book 5.5 – More than This – not yet released
Book 6 – Heart in Hiding – not yet released
Book 7 – Stand the Heat – not yet released
Books 2, 2.5, 3, & 4 are also available as a reduced price boxed set, London Loves.
The Macleans series set in
Mac’s story – A Model Bride (also part of Love in Store)
Catriona’s story – More than Friends
Fraser’s story – A Lesson in Love
Brodie’s story – T
No one in Sunset Point guesses the secret heartbreak newcomer Claire Robinson hides behind her snarky humor. Including local carpenter and all-round good guy Ryan Connor, who seems to think she’s “the One”.
Sure, he’s handsome, kind, and her students in the one-room elementary school light up brighter than the classroom Christmas tree when he’s around. Everyone loves Ryan. But he wants a big family, something she can’t give him. Her prickly attitude should make him forget her.
Problem is, both God and Ryan seem to have other plans!
Book 3 in the Huckleberry Lake series, set in Idaho. Every story is a complete romance featuring a different couple. Clean, sweet, and wholesome Christian inspirational romance from a USA Today bestselling author!
Previously released as part of the Snowflakes & Snuggles boxed set.
FAITH, HOPE, AND HEARTWARMING
Uplifting emotional romances by Autumn Macarthur
Flawed characters, a God who never gives up on us, a love that lasts!
You can read almost all my books in Kindle Unlimited, and most are also available in paperback.
Huckleberry Lake series set in Idaho!
Book 1 – Calm & Bright
Book 2 – Imperfectly Proverbs 31
Book 3 – Midnight Clear
More stories to come!
Books 1, 2, & 3 are available as a reduced price boxed set, Come to the Lake
Book 1 and Book 2 are also available in beautifully narrated audiobooks, with audio for Book 3 in production now.
Sweetapple Falls series set in Oregon
Book 1 – His Father’s Son
Book 2 – His Healing Touch
More stories to come!
The Love in Store series set in London
Book 1 – The Wedding List
Book 2 – Believe In Me
Book 2.5 – Least Expected
Book 3– A Model Bride (also part of The Macleans)
Book 4– Forget Paris
Book 4.5 – Invitation to the Ball (or get it as my welcome gift for newsletter subscribers)
Book 5 – Teapots & Tiaras
Book 5.5 – More than This – not yet released
Book 6 – Heart in Hiding – not yet released
Book 7 – Stand the Heat – not yet released
Books 2, 2.5, 3, & 4 are also available as a reduced price boxed set, London Loves.
The Macleans series set in
Mac’s story – A Model Bride (also part of Love in Store)
Catriona’s story – More than Friends
Fraser’s story – A Lesson in Love
Brodie’s story – T
182 pages, ebook
Published August 5, 2018
71 people are currently reading
137 people want to read
About the author
Autumn Macarthur
92 books195 followersAutumn Macarthur is an Australian writer of inspirational romance living near London with her very English husband and six spoiled cats. She loves reading, cooking, gardening, and writing deeply emotional stories to make you smile and remind you how big and wide and deep God's love and forgiveness can be.
She tends to talk a little too much, laugh a little too loud, and eat a little more than maybe she should. She's thankful to be blessed with some good friends and a very patient husband. Most of all, she's eternally grateful for God's great love and mercy.
When she's not writing or talking to her strawberry plants and cherry blossoms, she can be found blogging at www.faithhopeandheartwarming.com or on Substack.
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She tends to talk a little too much, laugh a little too loud, and eat a little more than maybe she should. She's thankful to be blessed with some good friends and a very patient husband. Most of all, she's eternally grateful for God's great love and mercy.
When she's not writing or talking to her strawberry plants and cherry blossoms, she can be found blogging at www.faithhopeandheartwarming.com or on Substack.
She'd love to hear from you!
Sign up for the newsletter at her website and access exclusive subscriber only behind-the-book content and giveaways!
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September 11, 2018
Midnight Clear by Autumn Macarthur is the most delightful contemporary Christian romance. It is the third book in the Huckleberry Lake series. It will warm your heart whilst simultaneously tugging at your heartstrings. You will be smiling one minute and wiping tears the next. This story is one of great joy and even greater pain.
The reader is drawn into the story from the start. From teasers we know something truly awful happened but we question what, why and when.
The story is an exploration of grief. Grief will either draw us to or from God. One character presses into God, they "need to lean on God's support harder than usual for a while." This character chooses to trust God in the midst of pain. "He trusted the Lord planned for his good, no matter what."
In contrast, another character pulls away from God, preferring in their grief to vent their anger on God and others. In spite of the anger, the character has been praying but "keeping on praying when all... prayers went unanswered felt more and more pointless." It feels like prayers are hitting a brick wall and every request is met with silence.
God's silence never equates to absence or inactivity. However when our pain is all we see, we edge God out of the picture. We think because we do not see Him, He does not see or care for us. God waits for us to stop pulling from Him and to return to Him and trust Him.
The novel is about persistent love - both of God and of people. Love as portrayed in the novel, has all the qualities displayed in 1 Corinthians:13.
A wonderful air of warmth and friendship pervades the whole novel. I adored it. I have yet to meet a book by Autumn Macarthur that I didn't like. They are all wonderful but don't take my word for it - try Autumn Macarthur's books for yourself.
I received this book for free. A favourable review was not required and all views expressed are my own.
The reader is drawn into the story from the start. From teasers we know something truly awful happened but we question what, why and when.
The story is an exploration of grief. Grief will either draw us to or from God. One character presses into God, they "need to lean on God's support harder than usual for a while." This character chooses to trust God in the midst of pain. "He trusted the Lord planned for his good, no matter what."
In contrast, another character pulls away from God, preferring in their grief to vent their anger on God and others. In spite of the anger, the character has been praying but "keeping on praying when all... prayers went unanswered felt more and more pointless." It feels like prayers are hitting a brick wall and every request is met with silence.
God's silence never equates to absence or inactivity. However when our pain is all we see, we edge God out of the picture. We think because we do not see Him, He does not see or care for us. God waits for us to stop pulling from Him and to return to Him and trust Him.
The novel is about persistent love - both of God and of people. Love as portrayed in the novel, has all the qualities displayed in 1 Corinthians:13.
A wonderful air of warmth and friendship pervades the whole novel. I adored it. I have yet to meet a book by Autumn Macarthur that I didn't like. They are all wonderful but don't take my word for it - try Autumn Macarthur's books for yourself.
I received this book for free. A favourable review was not required and all views expressed are my own.
October 31, 2021
This is a sweet holiday story that will warm your heart. It has wonderful characters and delightful dialogue. I truly enjoyed it because I’ve worked in a school setting.
I loved the whole small-town feel of this story. How everyone is connected to everyone, and how they all want to be matchmakers.
Claire doesn’t want to be matched. She just wants to live her life alone. However, the whole town seems to think Ryan is the match for her and they put them together for every event. Well, they are the only single people in town, so it does seem to happen often.
I loved how Autumn Macarthur wrote a story that is fun, delightful, and yet touching. It brings assurance of how God can change hearts and bless lives. She shares how through God’s love and grace we can overcome obstacles. Autumn Macarthur does a wonderful job of weaving God’s truth in such a way it isn’t fake, it’s real.
This book might also get you in the holiday spirit. I highly recommend you check it out!
I was given this book by the publisher which did not influence my review in any way, all thoughts and opinions are my own.
I loved the whole small-town feel of this story. How everyone is connected to everyone, and how they all want to be matchmakers.
Claire doesn’t want to be matched. She just wants to live her life alone. However, the whole town seems to think Ryan is the match for her and they put them together for every event. Well, they are the only single people in town, so it does seem to happen often.
I loved how Autumn Macarthur wrote a story that is fun, delightful, and yet touching. It brings assurance of how God can change hearts and bless lives. She shares how through God’s love and grace we can overcome obstacles. Autumn Macarthur does a wonderful job of weaving God’s truth in such a way it isn’t fake, it’s real.
This book might also get you in the holiday spirit. I highly recommend you check it out!
I was given this book by the publisher which did not influence my review in any way, all thoughts and opinions are my own.
September 4, 2020
Loved this book! Ryan is in love with Claire. He's never been on a date with her, she acts like he's not there. Even if they're paired together for things by their friends, she doesn't warm to him. Or, so he thinks. Claire is afraid to fall for Ryan. She's been through so much that she's not dealt with, and blames for God for everything. She's so angry at Him, she can't get past her feelings and the past. When she finally does, she and Ryan can finally be together. This is a wonderful story of accepting that bad things happen to good people, and just because things don't work out the way we want them to, God can still bring good from the bad.
I received a complimentary copy of this set, was not required to leave a review, and the opinion expressed is my own.
I received a complimentary copy of this set, was not required to leave a review, and the opinion expressed is my own.
November 28, 2023
Ready to have your heartstrings pulled??
Spoiler alert! This one will tug at your heartstrings! It’s a story of love, patience, and incredible insight into a woman’s pain following a horrible accident. Though it’s fiction, it demonstrates the importance of trusting God and His plan, even in the midst of our pain, anger and grief, even and especially when, His plan doesn’t look like what we envisioned. The story was entertaining and well written and the message life changing.
Spoiler alert! This one will tug at your heartstrings! It’s a story of love, patience, and incredible insight into a woman’s pain following a horrible accident. Though it’s fiction, it demonstrates the importance of trusting God and His plan, even in the midst of our pain, anger and grief, even and especially when, His plan doesn’t look like what we envisioned. The story was entertaining and well written and the message life changing.
January 8, 2024
Setting: IDAHO
I have challenged myself to read at least one book from all 50 states this year. I chose this book for my IDAHO book. It is a sweet, clean romance with Christian threads. The female character has to work thru some tragic things from her past before she can love again. There is a happy ending and there is an epilogue to tell you what is happening in the future. I love when the author includes an epilogue !!
I have challenged myself to read at least one book from all 50 states this year. I chose this book for my IDAHO book. It is a sweet, clean romance with Christian threads. The female character has to work thru some tragic things from her past before she can love again. There is a happy ending and there is an epilogue to tell you what is happening in the future. I love when the author includes an epilogue !!
September 18, 2018
Inspiring romances that blend real life issues with hope and love. Autumn Macarthur weaves a descriptive small town setting (Huckleberry Lake, Idaho) with believable characters, real life conflicts, and satisfactory resolution. Book 3: Midnight Clear has a theme that love conquers all. Originally published in a boxed set with a variety of authors.
June 27, 2020
Ryan is such a sweet guy. I liked the little we got to know of him in Calm and Bright. I'm glad he got his own story. He really cares about people and loves helping them, but I also loved his faith in God. Claire is also wonderful, but she has a lot of hurt. I really felt for her and am amazed at all she did. I would have been a mess. This is a beautiful story about love and trust in God and man.
April 5, 2024
An excellent read
A story of true faith. Even with a loss and sorrow most of us will never know, stumbling almost blindly through the pain, a path to happiness came be found no matter how impossible it may seem. I really enjoyed this book, it's location, the characters, as well as the writing, kept me interested from beginning to the end.
A story of true faith. Even with a loss and sorrow most of us will never know, stumbling almost blindly through the pain, a path to happiness came be found no matter how impossible it may seem. I really enjoyed this book, it's location, the characters, as well as the writing, kept me interested from beginning to the end.
May 11, 2024
Claire Robinson and Ryan Connor are perfect for each other. After all every one has said so, and they're trying hard to set them up. Claire the local school teacher has a secret and fells she can never marry. Ryan recently has moved back to town. Ryan's father passed away and he has returned home to help his mom.
November 22, 2019
Finding love and healing
Wow! This book is such an amazing example of how the Lord can heal a person no matter how much he or she has lost. Praise God! I think everyone should read this awesome Christmas story. Very well done!
Wow! This book is such an amazing example of how the Lord can heal a person no matter how much he or she has lost. Praise God! I think everyone should read this awesome Christmas story. Very well done!
July 17, 2022
Tragedy to Happiness
Sure a tender and touching book. Sweet Claire has suffered so much and the only man she can love wants something she Cannot give him. Read this beautiful and tender story and find that love can flourish when you go back into Gods arm.
Sure a tender and touching book. Sweet Claire has suffered so much and the only man she can love wants something she Cannot give him. Read this beautiful and tender story and find that love can flourish when you go back into Gods arm.
November 9, 2023
Thank you Autumn for such an inspiring book. A story of tragedy that's almost beyond bearing for 5years. Along comes a true friend who is falling in love, patient, kind and concerned who will do anything to help. God spoke to me through this amazing book. Don't fight God.
November 21, 2023
Wonderful.
What a blessed work of Christian fiction. It's a very tender story of getting over the hurt and going forward with the love of the Lord. I highly recommend it and you won't be disappointed.
What a blessed work of Christian fiction. It's a very tender story of getting over the hurt and going forward with the love of the Lord. I highly recommend it and you won't be disappointed.
November 22, 2023
A sweet, calm, clean, beautiful story of new romance after tremendous heartbreak.
This author's characters will pull you in to small town community, Christmas celebrations, heartache, and fulfillment.
This author's characters will pull you in to small town community, Christmas celebrations, heartache, and fulfillment.
November 25, 2023
God does answer prayers, but it may take us time to really understand and recognize His answer!
I like the way the tagic of ones life can be turned around to allow a new beginning to come to one's life! The use of scriptures was a wonderful witness.
I like the way the tagic of ones life can be turned around to allow a new beginning to come to one's life! The use of scriptures was a wonderful witness.
March 18, 2024
Sweet story with lots of back and forth tension between two people that just need to be honest with one another. That’s what happens when we assume things instead of communicating. I have loved the close-knit little community of Huckleberry Lake.
November 4, 2025
Really Great Christian Series
I've really enjoyed this series and the characters of Huckleberry Lake. I loved Ryan and Claire's story. Claire had much to overcome to accept Ryan in her life. It's always good to watch God work in the characters lives. A really great read.
I've really enjoyed this series and the characters of Huckleberry Lake. I loved Ryan and Claire's story. Claire had much to overcome to accept Ryan in her life. It's always good to watch God work in the characters lives. A really great read.
December 27, 2018
What a great hoot this book is. I absolutely loved the interaction between Ryan and Claire. Well written and engaging from the beginning. Highly recommend.
December 19, 2021
Reading this book out of order was a bit confusing. However, I did enjoy this sweet, conflicting Christmas Christian fiction book.
July 9, 2023
It was clean and easy to read. Liked the second book better.
January 2, 2024
Setting: Idaho. Tragic, sweet romance, I enjoyed it.
March 8, 2024
I cried. :))
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