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Castle Mountain Lodge #1-3
The Castle Mountain Lodge Collection: Books 1-3
Fall in Love at Castle Mountain Lodge!
This sweetly romantic collection includes books: Unexpected Gifts, Hidden Gifts and Mistaken Gifts in the best-selling Castle Mountain Lodge Series! (As well as a bonus short story!)
Three heartwarming stand-alone love stories full of romance and happy ever afters set in the stunning Canadian Rockies!
Unexpected Gifts (Book 1)
Christmas represents everything Andi should have, but doesn't. Hiding out at Castle Mountain Lodge for the season seems like the perfect plan until she runs into Colin who is not only determined to make the most of the holiday, but make sure Andi does as well.
Hidden Gifts (Book 2)
Morgan is ready for something completely different in her life which is why she moves to the Lodge to work. But what she's not counting on is rugged outdoors man, Bo, and his heartbreakingly beautiful daughter, Ella, squeezing their way into her heart.
Unexpected Endings (Short Story)
Rejoin Andi and Colin at the Lodge and see how sometimes Unexpected Gifts have the most Unexpected Endings.
Mistaken Gifts (Book 3)
Eva's planned dozens of parties at the Lodge, but none so important as her best friend Andi's, which is why it needs to be perfect. But that proves to be more difficult than planned when Jeff, the gorgeous and all too problematic ranch hand, decides not to cooperate.
~A sweet contemporary romance series~
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Like all of my books, The Castle Mountain Lodge Collection can all be read and enjoyed as a stand-alone novels. But be sure to catch up with all your favorite characters with the rest of the series for more small town romance!
The Castle Mountain Lodge Series
• The Castle Mountain Lodge Collection: Books 1-3
• The Castle Mountain Lodge Collection: Books 4-6
• The Castle Mountain Lodge Collection: Books 7-9
This sweetly romantic collection includes books: Unexpected Gifts, Hidden Gifts and Mistaken Gifts in the best-selling Castle Mountain Lodge Series! (As well as a bonus short story!)
Three heartwarming stand-alone love stories full of romance and happy ever afters set in the stunning Canadian Rockies!
Unexpected Gifts (Book 1)
Christmas represents everything Andi should have, but doesn't. Hiding out at Castle Mountain Lodge for the season seems like the perfect plan until she runs into Colin who is not only determined to make the most of the holiday, but make sure Andi does as well.
Hidden Gifts (Book 2)
Morgan is ready for something completely different in her life which is why she moves to the Lodge to work. But what she's not counting on is rugged outdoors man, Bo, and his heartbreakingly beautiful daughter, Ella, squeezing their way into her heart.
Unexpected Endings (Short Story)
Rejoin Andi and Colin at the Lodge and see how sometimes Unexpected Gifts have the most Unexpected Endings.
Mistaken Gifts (Book 3)
Eva's planned dozens of parties at the Lodge, but none so important as her best friend Andi's, which is why it needs to be perfect. But that proves to be more difficult than planned when Jeff, the gorgeous and all too problematic ranch hand, decides not to cooperate.
~A sweet contemporary romance series~
___________________________________
Like all of my books, The Castle Mountain Lodge Collection can all be read and enjoyed as a stand-alone novels. But be sure to catch up with all your favorite characters with the rest of the series for more small town romance!
The Castle Mountain Lodge Series
• The Castle Mountain Lodge Collection: Books 1-3
• The Castle Mountain Lodge Collection: Books 4-6
• The Castle Mountain Lodge Collection: Books 7-9
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First published June 15, 2015
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Elena Aitken
237 books1,001 followersElena Aitken is a USA Today Bestselling Author of more than forty romance and women’s fiction novels. Living a stone’s throw from the Rocky Mountains with her teenager twins, their two cats and a goofy rescue dog, Elena escapes into the mountains whenever life allows. She can often be found with her toes in the lake and a glass of wine in her hand, dreaming up her next book and working on her own happily ever after with her very own mountain man.
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August 24, 2016
The straightforward romances set in the Canadian Rockies, are a connects set of short novels where the girl meets guy, there is some conflict to resolve, girl gets guy, resolves conflict and everyone lives happily ever after. Not complicated, very easy to read. I don't know that I'd call them hot or steamy though.
October 12, 2025
I dove into Jami Alden’s Mountain Men of Castle Lodge series (books 1-3) via ebook, hoping for some swoony, rugged romance with a cozy mountain vibe. Aimed at adults, these contemporary romances promise heartwarming love stories set in a small-town lodge, but the lack of depth, repetitive tropes, and vanilla spice made this a mostly disappointing read. Here’s the breakdown of each book.
Book 1: Unexpected Kisses
Rating: 3/5 Stars
Unexpected Kisses kicks off the series with a black-and-white romance that’s as straightforward as it gets. You could skip the entire first chapter and still predict every beat by the end—boy meets girl, sparks fly, happily-ever-after (HEA) ensues. It’s not a cliffhanger, but the ending feels oddly unfinished, like it’s missing a final punch to tie it all together. The insta-love vibe is strong here, which is fine for a quick read, but there’s no real depth to the characters or their relationship. The female main character (FMC) and male main character (MMC) are likable enough but forgettable, with no real quirks or emotional layers to make them stand out. The spice is pure vanilla—decent but nothing spicy or memorable. It’s a breezy, no-frills romance that’s okay if you’re in the mood for something light and predictable, but it doesn’t leave a lasting impression.
This one’s fine for a quick escape, but don’t expect anything groundbreaking. It’s a solid middle-of-the-road start to the series, earning a 3/5 for being inoffensive but shallow.
Book 2: Hidden Kisses
Rating: 2/5 Stars
Hidden Kisses takes the same black-and-white romance formula from book one and tosses in a kid, which adds a layer of first-time parenting fears to the mix. Sounds promising, but it’s not. The story follows a predictable arc—boy meets girl, they navigate some family drama, love blooms. It’s not quite insta-love like the first book, but it’s close, and the pacing feels rushed in all the wrong ways. The FMC and MMC are just as bland as in book one, with no real depth to make you care about their struggles or romance. The parenting angle could’ve added emotional weight, but it’s handled so superficially that it feels like a plot device rather than a meaningful theme. The spice? Vanilla again, and not even particularly steamy.
After reading Unexpected Kisses, this one was frustratingly repetitive. It’s like Alden recycled the same formula with a kid thrown in for variety, but it didn’t make the story any more exciting. It was a slog to get through, and I found myself skimming just to finish. 2/5 stars for being a slightly weaker retread of the first book.
Book 3: Mistaken Kisses
Rating: 1/5 Stars
Oh man, Mistaken Kisses was a struggle. Reading these three books back-to-back was definitely a mistake, and this one suffered the most for it. By book three, the fluff, vanilla spice, and lack of depth became unbearable. It felt like I was rereading the first two novels, just with a new set of characters swapped in. The FMC and MMC follow the same predictable arc—meet, clash, fall in love—with no surprises or emotional stakes to keep things fresh. The romance is so formulaic it’s almost painful, and the characters are as forgettable as ever, with no growth or spark to make them stand out.
The vanilla spice, which was tolerable in book one, felt monotonous by this point, and the lack of depth made every scene feel like a copy-paste job. My brain was begging for something—anything—to shake things up, but Mistaken Kisses just doubled down on the same tired tropes. It’s like the series ran out of steam and just kept chugging along anyway. 1/5 stars for being a repetitive, uninspired slog that tested my patience.
Overall Thoughts
The Mountain Men of Castle Lodge series has a cozy premise—rugged guys, small-town vibes, and romance at a charming lodge—but it falls flat due to repetitive storytelling, shallow characters, and predictable plots. Each book feels like a carbon copy of the last, with no real depth or surprises to keep you hooked. The vanilla spice is fine for a quick read but gets old fast, especially when you’re reading them back-to-back. The insta-love (or near-insta-love) and lack of emotional complexity make the characters forgettable, and the series as a whole feels like it’s coasting on fluff without substance.
Aimed at adults who enjoy light contemporary romance, this series might work for readers who want easy, predictable love stories with minimal stakes. But if you’re looking for depth, memorable characters, or anything beyond basic romance tropes, you’ll be disappointed. Reading all three in a row amplified the repetitiveness, so I’d suggest spacing them out if you’re curious. I’m not rushing to continue the series.
Final Thoughts: Mountain Men of Castle Lodge Books 1-3 is a fluffy but shallow romance series that’s predictable and repetitive. Fine for a quick, no-brainer read, but it lacks the depth to stand out. Average rating: 2/5 stars for a meh experience that could’ve been so much more.
Book 1: Unexpected Kisses
Rating: 3/5 Stars
Unexpected Kisses kicks off the series with a black-and-white romance that’s as straightforward as it gets. You could skip the entire first chapter and still predict every beat by the end—boy meets girl, sparks fly, happily-ever-after (HEA) ensues. It’s not a cliffhanger, but the ending feels oddly unfinished, like it’s missing a final punch to tie it all together. The insta-love vibe is strong here, which is fine for a quick read, but there’s no real depth to the characters or their relationship. The female main character (FMC) and male main character (MMC) are likable enough but forgettable, with no real quirks or emotional layers to make them stand out. The spice is pure vanilla—decent but nothing spicy or memorable. It’s a breezy, no-frills romance that’s okay if you’re in the mood for something light and predictable, but it doesn’t leave a lasting impression.
This one’s fine for a quick escape, but don’t expect anything groundbreaking. It’s a solid middle-of-the-road start to the series, earning a 3/5 for being inoffensive but shallow.
Book 2: Hidden Kisses
Rating: 2/5 Stars
Hidden Kisses takes the same black-and-white romance formula from book one and tosses in a kid, which adds a layer of first-time parenting fears to the mix. Sounds promising, but it’s not. The story follows a predictable arc—boy meets girl, they navigate some family drama, love blooms. It’s not quite insta-love like the first book, but it’s close, and the pacing feels rushed in all the wrong ways. The FMC and MMC are just as bland as in book one, with no real depth to make you care about their struggles or romance. The parenting angle could’ve added emotional weight, but it’s handled so superficially that it feels like a plot device rather than a meaningful theme. The spice? Vanilla again, and not even particularly steamy.
After reading Unexpected Kisses, this one was frustratingly repetitive. It’s like Alden recycled the same formula with a kid thrown in for variety, but it didn’t make the story any more exciting. It was a slog to get through, and I found myself skimming just to finish. 2/5 stars for being a slightly weaker retread of the first book.
Book 3: Mistaken Kisses
Rating: 1/5 Stars
Oh man, Mistaken Kisses was a struggle. Reading these three books back-to-back was definitely a mistake, and this one suffered the most for it. By book three, the fluff, vanilla spice, and lack of depth became unbearable. It felt like I was rereading the first two novels, just with a new set of characters swapped in. The FMC and MMC follow the same predictable arc—meet, clash, fall in love—with no surprises or emotional stakes to keep things fresh. The romance is so formulaic it’s almost painful, and the characters are as forgettable as ever, with no growth or spark to make them stand out.
The vanilla spice, which was tolerable in book one, felt monotonous by this point, and the lack of depth made every scene feel like a copy-paste job. My brain was begging for something—anything—to shake things up, but Mistaken Kisses just doubled down on the same tired tropes. It’s like the series ran out of steam and just kept chugging along anyway. 1/5 stars for being a repetitive, uninspired slog that tested my patience.
Overall Thoughts
The Mountain Men of Castle Lodge series has a cozy premise—rugged guys, small-town vibes, and romance at a charming lodge—but it falls flat due to repetitive storytelling, shallow characters, and predictable plots. Each book feels like a carbon copy of the last, with no real depth or surprises to keep you hooked. The vanilla spice is fine for a quick read but gets old fast, especially when you’re reading them back-to-back. The insta-love (or near-insta-love) and lack of emotional complexity make the characters forgettable, and the series as a whole feels like it’s coasting on fluff without substance.
Aimed at adults who enjoy light contemporary romance, this series might work for readers who want easy, predictable love stories with minimal stakes. But if you’re looking for depth, memorable characters, or anything beyond basic romance tropes, you’ll be disappointed. Reading all three in a row amplified the repetitiveness, so I’d suggest spacing them out if you’re curious. I’m not rushing to continue the series.
Final Thoughts: Mountain Men of Castle Lodge Books 1-3 is a fluffy but shallow romance series that’s predictable and repetitive. Fine for a quick, no-brainer read, but it lacks the depth to stand out. Average rating: 2/5 stars for a meh experience that could’ve been so much more.
December 17, 2024
Unexpected gifts
Andi Williams, Christmas represents everything she’s supposed to have—and doesn’t as she doesn't like Christmas to celebrate because nothing good happen to her in that holiday season even her ex-boyfriend left her around these holidays. she snatches up a company offer to a mountain lodge getaway. But with a blizzard blocking the roads, and the reservation getting mixed up, Andi begins to regret her decision.
In comes Colin Hartford. Colin overhears the mix up and does the only thing a gentlemen would do, he offers her one of the guestrooms in his villa.
When he learns that Andi is Christmas-averse, he decides to show her the best Christmas ever. He knows all too well what it’s like to be alone for the holidays. It isn’t long before Colin’s determination to enjoy the festivities he’s missed for so long sweeps Andi into the season of joy that she’s not so sure she’s ready for. But soon things were in play as they Andi have to arrange a wedding in short time as event manager and she did it so well. Meanwhile , some cosy moments and re-entering of asshole boyfriend and disturbing Andi though as he was getting married but want Andi to marry him with his terms and conditions and she left him and told Colin's that right now she doesn't know what future have for them but she is falling in love with him
.
Hidden gifts
Bo’s always known that to be a successful hiking guide at the beautiful Castle Mountain Lodge, you have to flirt with the ladies-but never get too close; have a penchant for wild adventures-but know when to pull away; and never have any ties holding you back.And his plan was working fine…until Ella, the child he didn’t know he had appears in his life.
Morgan’s always known what she wanted out of life but when the doctor’s crippling diagnosis changes everything that she can't bear a child , she knows she needs a fresh start. Maybe changing her career and throwing herself into a totally new lifestyle at the Lodge is exactly what she needs and it might have worked too. But as soon as she reach there for event planning she hit a road block that she have choice to work for children or she have to return, she choose to return but one day doing that work changed her as, Bo convinced her to stay for he can come near his daughter.
While helping they get close and they had there moment and he fall head over heal for Morgan and when time came for change he decided to keep Ella and get married to Morgan to settle down.
Unexpected gifts
Andi returned back to lodge for getaway of hectic life and booked a suite ,Carmen and Lisa joined them for girls night out and Lisa after break up was little anxious and little bitter towards men and she make a state that led to a suspicious in mind as she recieve the same message and throughout when Colin came back she was suspicious about him but when he proposed her all things came to rest and she decided not to listen to someone advice who is bitter while giving advice on something that happens to her lately.
Mistaken gifts
A high maintenance city girl Eva runs on passion for her work. A rough around the edges cowboy Jeff who can do anything for his friends. Both met at lodge for common motive that wedding of Colin and Andi goes well.
Eva's determined to plan her best friend's dream wedding…even if it is at a lodge in the mountains. More familiar with limos than horses, Eva's going to need some help. But pulling off the perfect wedding isn't going to be easy, especially with Jeff, the all too handsome cowboy determined to get in her way.
It's way too easy to push the city girl's buttons, and Jeff's enjoying every minute of it. Because, he doesn't want anything goes wrong at the wedding by his side , at first he doesn't allow horses at the wedding. But conversation with Eva and her try to convincing him to let the policy go for this time.
The sparks that keep flying between them are definitely keeping things interesting and there's no way either of them can deny the attraction between them. But then she lied after taking Troy to be his date even though few knows it's a fake arrangement to keep Jeff at bay and Jeff has his career rise moments when Hollywood director came to him with job and Marina have something for Jeff but Cupid make a move
Eva and Jeff fall for each other , but only if they can get out of their own way long enough to see what they could have together as couple.
Andi Williams, Christmas represents everything she’s supposed to have—and doesn’t as she doesn't like Christmas to celebrate because nothing good happen to her in that holiday season even her ex-boyfriend left her around these holidays. she snatches up a company offer to a mountain lodge getaway. But with a blizzard blocking the roads, and the reservation getting mixed up, Andi begins to regret her decision.
In comes Colin Hartford. Colin overhears the mix up and does the only thing a gentlemen would do, he offers her one of the guestrooms in his villa.
When he learns that Andi is Christmas-averse, he decides to show her the best Christmas ever. He knows all too well what it’s like to be alone for the holidays. It isn’t long before Colin’s determination to enjoy the festivities he’s missed for so long sweeps Andi into the season of joy that she’s not so sure she’s ready for. But soon things were in play as they Andi have to arrange a wedding in short time as event manager and she did it so well. Meanwhile , some cosy moments and re-entering of asshole boyfriend and disturbing Andi though as he was getting married but want Andi to marry him with his terms and conditions and she left him and told Colin's that right now she doesn't know what future have for them but she is falling in love with him
.
Hidden gifts
Bo’s always known that to be a successful hiking guide at the beautiful Castle Mountain Lodge, you have to flirt with the ladies-but never get too close; have a penchant for wild adventures-but know when to pull away; and never have any ties holding you back.And his plan was working fine…until Ella, the child he didn’t know he had appears in his life.
Morgan’s always known what she wanted out of life but when the doctor’s crippling diagnosis changes everything that she can't bear a child , she knows she needs a fresh start. Maybe changing her career and throwing herself into a totally new lifestyle at the Lodge is exactly what she needs and it might have worked too. But as soon as she reach there for event planning she hit a road block that she have choice to work for children or she have to return, she choose to return but one day doing that work changed her as, Bo convinced her to stay for he can come near his daughter.
While helping they get close and they had there moment and he fall head over heal for Morgan and when time came for change he decided to keep Ella and get married to Morgan to settle down.
Unexpected gifts
Andi returned back to lodge for getaway of hectic life and booked a suite ,Carmen and Lisa joined them for girls night out and Lisa after break up was little anxious and little bitter towards men and she make a state that led to a suspicious in mind as she recieve the same message and throughout when Colin came back she was suspicious about him but when he proposed her all things came to rest and she decided not to listen to someone advice who is bitter while giving advice on something that happens to her lately.
Mistaken gifts
A high maintenance city girl Eva runs on passion for her work. A rough around the edges cowboy Jeff who can do anything for his friends. Both met at lodge for common motive that wedding of Colin and Andi goes well.
Eva's determined to plan her best friend's dream wedding…even if it is at a lodge in the mountains. More familiar with limos than horses, Eva's going to need some help. But pulling off the perfect wedding isn't going to be easy, especially with Jeff, the all too handsome cowboy determined to get in her way.
It's way too easy to push the city girl's buttons, and Jeff's enjoying every minute of it. Because, he doesn't want anything goes wrong at the wedding by his side , at first he doesn't allow horses at the wedding. But conversation with Eva and her try to convincing him to let the policy go for this time.
The sparks that keep flying between them are definitely keeping things interesting and there's no way either of them can deny the attraction between them. But then she lied after taking Troy to be his date even though few knows it's a fake arrangement to keep Jeff at bay and Jeff has his career rise moments when Hollywood director came to him with job and Marina have something for Jeff but Cupid make a move
Eva and Jeff fall for each other , but only if they can get out of their own way long enough to see what they could have together as couple.
April 21, 2018
Enjoyed book one apart from Andi being a bit weak in standing up to Blaine. Liked the characters introduced.
Book 2 - hate players and disliked Bo, what a douche, Mr I Can’t Commit. All he could say was he was a coward for dumping his daughter.
Book 3 - a waste of my time. Liked Eva and wanted to read her story but just too annoying.
Book one was the best and found the quick wrap up endings, after a problem about another woman, too trite.
Won’t be reading the rest.
Book 2 - hate players and disliked Bo, what a douche, Mr I Can’t Commit. All he could say was he was a coward for dumping his daughter.
Book 3 - a waste of my time. Liked Eva and wanted to read her story but just too annoying.
Book one was the best and found the quick wrap up endings, after a problem about another woman, too trite.
Won’t be reading the rest.
December 7, 2018
These three sweetly romantic books set in The Castle Mountain Lodge were great reads. Each one tells the story of a different couple and a the characters from the first book pop up in the following stories. Andi and Colin's story is a funny and heartwarming. Bo and Morgan's story is heartbreaking but has a happy ending and Eva and Jeff's story is sweet and also includes Andi and Colins wedding. I enjoyed these books, they are a fun read with happy endings.
January 30, 2017
I loved how the lodge brought them together. And they all knew each other. It's hard to hold my interest in three books but they did make me want to laugh cry and be upset with them.dif
Love it and will look forwoid to more stories at the lodge. The author us good and has a feel for love
Love it and will look forwoid to more stories at the lodge. The author us good and has a feel for love
February 11, 2017
Yummy Mountain Men
This book takes you through the journey of three couples falling in love. Andi and Colin, Marianne and Bo, Eva and Jeff, the women each struggle with their issues while the men struggle with the idea of actually falling in love. Each was enthralling, I didn't want them to end. This was box set #1, I will be checking the next one out for sure.
This book takes you through the journey of three couples falling in love. Andi and Colin, Marianne and Bo, Eva and Jeff, the women each struggle with their issues while the men struggle with the idea of actually falling in love. Each was enthralling, I didn't want them to end. This was box set #1, I will be checking the next one out for sure.
June 19, 2017
A kindle bargain !
3 books in the Castle Lodge Series starts off with
Unexpected Kisses - Collin and Andi's story. Set around a romantic Mountain Resort at Christmas. The resort is overbooked which pushes them to share a villa and time together over the holidays. The other 2 books in this set are just as good.
3 books in the Castle Lodge Series starts off with
Unexpected Kisses - Collin and Andi's story. Set around a romantic Mountain Resort at Christmas. The resort is overbooked which pushes them to share a villa and time together over the holidays. The other 2 books in this set are just as good.
October 24, 2017
This was the first time I have read a book by this author, and the first book was so well written, the characters just flowed through the book and you were cheering them on. The second and third book were also good, but were pretty much predictable.
Not sure if I want to read the remaining books or not.
Not sure if I want to read the remaining books or not.
October 29, 2016
The box set contains three earlier-written work updated to include "steamy" scenes. The stories are okay, but there were a couple places that need to be further updated to reflect "steamy" vs "kiss".
June 15, 2017
This was three different stories. You could read them as standalones, but why would you? The stories flow into one another like there's no break. Very well written, keeps you on your toes. You're always hoping for that HEA.
November 17, 2018
Great read!
I enjoyed this series and would definitely recommend it to friends and family. Although you always know how the story will end it was fun watching them get to the happily ever after.
I enjoyed this series and would definitely recommend it to friends and family. Although you always know how the story will end it was fun watching them get to the happily ever after.
February 27, 2021
I thoroughly enjoyed these stories. Glad the author added the short story to continue with Andi's story to lead us into Eva's. I am now looking forward to continuing onto the next books in the series.
December 31, 2023
i found this on Bookbub for free. love the read. book cover is so festival. i love a good cozy warm read.
book 1 from "The Castle Mtn Lodge Collection". came out November 6, 2016. holiday romance (kindle store & books) romance collection & anthologies. will read more soon.
book 1 from "The Castle Mtn Lodge Collection". came out November 6, 2016. holiday romance (kindle store & books) romance collection & anthologies. will read more soon.
August 28, 2024
Fire on the snowy mountain
Lots of heat between the leads. Believable/relatable challenges, before they could reach their happily ever after. Great side characters. Enjoyed the descriptions of the scenery
Lots of heat between the leads. Believable/relatable challenges, before they could reach their happily ever after. Great side characters. Enjoyed the descriptions of the scenery
June 3, 2017
Not too steamy...
While these are the steamy version they aren't off the charts, which is a good thing to me! Loved the stories of these couples that were all set in the mountains. My favorite was probably book 2 because it has a sweet little girl in the story. Enjoy!
While these are the steamy version they aren't off the charts, which is a good thing to me! Loved the stories of these couples that were all set in the mountains. My favorite was probably book 2 because it has a sweet little girl in the story. Enjoy!
July 5, 2017
A wonderful series of romances. Sweet with just a touch of heat.
September 8, 2017
Great stories
I loved all the stories and how each story went to another story, and how they all fell in love.
I loved all the stories and how each story went to another story, and how they all fell in love.
November 18, 2017
Chandra's Review
This was a great series full of intrigue, romance, and love 💘! I would definitely recommend this series to read!
This was a great series full of intrigue, romance, and love 💘! I would definitely recommend this series to read!
December 26, 2017
Good read
December 20, 2017
Very good
Enjoyed the books, will be getting the next set. Keeps your interest, Holden your attention well. New favourite author
To enjoy.
Enjoyed the books, will be getting the next set. Keeps your interest, Holden your attention well. New favourite author
To enjoy.
April 16, 2019
Enjoyable
This series is heartwarming and wonderful! Easy to read and quirky in characters with seasonal humor and romance. Loved them!
This series is heartwarming and wonderful! Easy to read and quirky in characters with seasonal humor and romance. Loved them!
November 22, 2019
Good G rated love stories
June 12, 2021
Excellent Read
The stories in this box set are fun to read and keep your attention. Now on to the next set. I'm loving this author!
The stories in this box set are fun to read and keep your attention. Now on to the next set. I'm loving this author!
March 11, 2017
these are very short sweet stories
July 28, 2016
These are the steamier versions of these stories.
Unexpected Kisses
Christmas represents everything Andi Williams is supposed to have, and doesn't. Running away to a remote mountain lodge in the Canadian Rockies sounds like the perfect way to escape, until a mix-up finds her sharing a villa with sexy, rough around the edges, Colin Hartford. Colin's determination to enjoy the holiday he's missed for the last five years sweeps Andi into a season of joy that she's not sure she's ready for.
Andi has had a terrible year and the Christmas season is much too difficult for her and all the reminders of what she was supposed to have. Colin is more than happy to add Andi to his holiday plans and is deeply interested in her and why she is so sad. I enjoyed reading about them connecting over the days leading up to Christmas and how both of them change.
Hidden Kisses
Morgan's looking to hide out from her life, but what she's not counting on is Bo, the handsome and rugged mountain guide at The Lodge who has his own heartache to bear and his troubled little girl who sneaks her way into Morgan's heart. Opening her heart again means opening herself up to the hurt that threatened to destroy her once. But if she can let down her guard long enough, Morgan might just see that everything she's been looking for is right in front of her.
Bo has been happy with his lifestyle, he has had no reason to change. Until quite, devastated Ella. He must now face life altering decisions he never thought about. Ella's life is in flux as well, and he must make those decisions. Morgan's life plan has been shattered and she feels only a drastic change will help her cope. She must decide is she is willing and able to help Bo and Ella recover and make future plans. I love Morgan and her resilience. Many of us face similar, devastating diagnosis and we must reevaluate our life plans.
Mistaken Kisses
Eva Andrews would do anything for her best friend Andi, especially if it means dropping everything to plan a last minute wedding at Castle Mountain Lodge. But planning the perfect wedding isn't proving to be easy, especially when Jeff Michaels, the rugged and all too good-looking ranch hand, is determined to get in her way. Despite the fact that Jeff knows how to push all of Eva's buttons, there's an attraction between them that can't be denied. But Eva's sworn off men and even if she did allow herself to act on the feelings that keep growing stronger, there's the small matter of her 'fake date' in the way.
Eva is a part planner. She is no nonsense and used to getting things accomplished on short notice. She is also heartbroken and finally realizing she wants more than casual relationships, only she cannot seem to find an honest man she is attracted to. To Jeff, she comes off as a spoiled city girl when they first meet. He is at a crossroads in his career and is trying to make the best decision for his future. Eva and Jeff have chemistry and they like to push each others buttons. They are just meeting and there are misconceptions and lies between them. There was a Happy For Now ending and I hope that a later book will revisit their relationship
Unexpected Kisses
Christmas represents everything Andi Williams is supposed to have, and doesn't. Running away to a remote mountain lodge in the Canadian Rockies sounds like the perfect way to escape, until a mix-up finds her sharing a villa with sexy, rough around the edges, Colin Hartford. Colin's determination to enjoy the holiday he's missed for the last five years sweeps Andi into a season of joy that she's not sure she's ready for.
Andi has had a terrible year and the Christmas season is much too difficult for her and all the reminders of what she was supposed to have. Colin is more than happy to add Andi to his holiday plans and is deeply interested in her and why she is so sad. I enjoyed reading about them connecting over the days leading up to Christmas and how both of them change.
Hidden Kisses
Morgan's looking to hide out from her life, but what she's not counting on is Bo, the handsome and rugged mountain guide at The Lodge who has his own heartache to bear and his troubled little girl who sneaks her way into Morgan's heart. Opening her heart again means opening herself up to the hurt that threatened to destroy her once. But if she can let down her guard long enough, Morgan might just see that everything she's been looking for is right in front of her.
Bo has been happy with his lifestyle, he has had no reason to change. Until quite, devastated Ella. He must now face life altering decisions he never thought about. Ella's life is in flux as well, and he must make those decisions. Morgan's life plan has been shattered and she feels only a drastic change will help her cope. She must decide is she is willing and able to help Bo and Ella recover and make future plans. I love Morgan and her resilience. Many of us face similar, devastating diagnosis and we must reevaluate our life plans.
Mistaken Kisses
Eva Andrews would do anything for her best friend Andi, especially if it means dropping everything to plan a last minute wedding at Castle Mountain Lodge. But planning the perfect wedding isn't proving to be easy, especially when Jeff Michaels, the rugged and all too good-looking ranch hand, is determined to get in her way. Despite the fact that Jeff knows how to push all of Eva's buttons, there's an attraction between them that can't be denied. But Eva's sworn off men and even if she did allow herself to act on the feelings that keep growing stronger, there's the small matter of her 'fake date' in the way.
Eva is a part planner. She is no nonsense and used to getting things accomplished on short notice. She is also heartbroken and finally realizing she wants more than casual relationships, only she cannot seem to find an honest man she is attracted to. To Jeff, she comes off as a spoiled city girl when they first meet. He is at a crossroads in his career and is trying to make the best decision for his future. Eva and Jeff have chemistry and they like to push each others buttons. They are just meeting and there are misconceptions and lies between them. There was a Happy For Now ending and I hope that a later book will revisit their relationship
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November 18, 2017This is a series of three books:
Unexpeced Kisses
Hidden Kisses
Mistaken Kisses
Unexpeced Kisses
Hidden Kisses
Mistaken Kisses
July 10, 2016
Great set
Great series of novella length , interrelated stories, set at a lodge in the mountains.
Unexpected Kiss.
Andi , and event planner is not a fan of Christmas. A recent devastating break up and family with holiday plans that don't included her, she just wants to hide. Eve her BFF and business partner has her use their complementary guest reservation to Castle Lodge. When a reservation mix up occurs she finds herself rooming with a friend of her ex's. Colin is home for the holiday for the first time in years. He is at the lodge for the whole holiday ambiance. When he sees Andi, he. Is drawn to her. Colin has been hurt before and doesn't to relationships, but Andi is changing his mind. S fun and steamy story. Loved Colin and Andi.
Hidden Kisses
Morgan is a friend of Andi's and after some devastating news she quotes her job and ends up working at the lodge in their day care. Go is a the lead outdoor summer guide and a known player. He is side swiped when a 4 year old girl enters his life and he is now a father. Morgan helps Bo's young daughter adjust to her new circumstances while trying both to hall for her father. A fun and steamy story. Loved Bo and Morgan.
Mistaken Kisses
Eve is planning her business partner and best friends wedding. When Andi says she wants a white horse to side in on, Eve thinks she is crazy. Jeff is the manager of the lodge's stable. He is drawn to Eve when she shows up looking for a bourse. A city girl meets cowboy, a fun and steamy story.
Great series of novella length , interrelated stories, set at a lodge in the mountains.
Unexpected Kiss.
Andi , and event planner is not a fan of Christmas. A recent devastating break up and family with holiday plans that don't included her, she just wants to hide. Eve her BFF and business partner has her use their complementary guest reservation to Castle Lodge. When a reservation mix up occurs she finds herself rooming with a friend of her ex's. Colin is home for the holiday for the first time in years. He is at the lodge for the whole holiday ambiance. When he sees Andi, he. Is drawn to her. Colin has been hurt before and doesn't to relationships, but Andi is changing his mind. S fun and steamy story. Loved Colin and Andi.
Hidden Kisses
Morgan is a friend of Andi's and after some devastating news she quotes her job and ends up working at the lodge in their day care. Go is a the lead outdoor summer guide and a known player. He is side swiped when a 4 year old girl enters his life and he is now a father. Morgan helps Bo's young daughter adjust to her new circumstances while trying both to hall for her father. A fun and steamy story. Loved Bo and Morgan.
Mistaken Kisses
Eve is planning her business partner and best friends wedding. When Andi says she wants a white horse to side in on, Eve thinks she is crazy. Jeff is the manager of the lodge's stable. He is drawn to Eve when she shows up looking for a bourse. A city girl meets cowboy, a fun and steamy story.
March 26, 2018
So this ebook was a set of 3 stories:
Unexpected Kisses - A cute little Christmas story. I liked this one the best. I liked the main characters and the lodge, but major insta-love. I gave this one ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Hidden Kisses - Basically the same insta-love story with different characters and the addition of a child. The parent aspect got me and the romance was sweet, but this one I only gave ⭐️⭐️⭐️
Mistaken Kisses - Again, same insta-love story with the best friends of characters from the previous two. It was okay. But after reading the first two, it was kind of boring. ⭐️⭐️
This "box set" is marked as The Steamy Versions. Apparently these were clean romances that the author decided to add sex scenes to. Literally... you can see where she took a scene with a passionate kiss and just turned it into a sex scene. I didn't notice it as much in the first one, but the second two it felt completely out of sorts with the story. In fact, the author didn't bother updating the rest of the story with the sex parts. The moments were referred to as "when we kissed." I don't think the sex scenes added anything. Probably should have just left them as a clean romance.
Challenges:
2017 Goodreads Challenge
2017 Mount TBR Challenge
Unexpected Kisses - A cute little Christmas story. I liked this one the best. I liked the main characters and the lodge, but major insta-love. I gave this one ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Hidden Kisses - Basically the same insta-love story with different characters and the addition of a child. The parent aspect got me and the romance was sweet, but this one I only gave ⭐️⭐️⭐️
Mistaken Kisses - Again, same insta-love story with the best friends of characters from the previous two. It was okay. But after reading the first two, it was kind of boring. ⭐️⭐️
This "box set" is marked as The Steamy Versions. Apparently these were clean romances that the author decided to add sex scenes to. Literally... you can see where she took a scene with a passionate kiss and just turned it into a sex scene. I didn't notice it as much in the first one, but the second two it felt completely out of sorts with the story. In fact, the author didn't bother updating the rest of the story with the sex parts. The moments were referred to as "when we kissed." I don't think the sex scenes added anything. Probably should have just left them as a clean romance.
Challenges:
2017 Goodreads Challenge
2017 Mount TBR Challenge
September 22, 2016
Brilliant love stories
I've never really liked short stories in the past, I prefer a good long build up with a proper ending but this book was brilliant. Even though there were 3 separate books each one was as long as some books. Then they all merged into each other with the same characters in each one so you get to see what happens in the end.
I love the way they are written and each one is completely different. You want to shake the characters at times but that adds to the enjoyment. It isn't all about sex and more about the story, they are all beautiful romances and great love stories. I bought the next box set as soon as I finished this one.
It's not at all graphic with the sex scene details which is a refreshing change. I like the way they are an easy read which you can put down and pick up easily (not that I did!) I read the first a few weeks before the last 2 but read them in a day because I couldn't put them down once I started them.
I'd recommend them to anyone that likes a good love story or short story, as I said they aren't that short and do follow on with each character being in every story which is nice. I can't wait to read the next box set.
I've never really liked short stories in the past, I prefer a good long build up with a proper ending but this book was brilliant. Even though there were 3 separate books each one was as long as some books. Then they all merged into each other with the same characters in each one so you get to see what happens in the end.
I love the way they are written and each one is completely different. You want to shake the characters at times but that adds to the enjoyment. It isn't all about sex and more about the story, they are all beautiful romances and great love stories. I bought the next box set as soon as I finished this one.
It's not at all graphic with the sex scene details which is a refreshing change. I like the way they are an easy read which you can put down and pick up easily (not that I did!) I read the first a few weeks before the last 2 but read them in a day because I couldn't put them down once I started them.
I'd recommend them to anyone that likes a good love story or short story, as I said they aren't that short and do follow on with each character being in every story which is nice. I can't wait to read the next box set.
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