Summer at Christmas Inn

Ivy Springs #2

by Anne-Marie Meyer, Evelyn Meyer

Two wandering souls.
An unexpected stay.
Is fate determined to bring them together?

Blossom has no room for love in her life. In fact, she’d pretty much given up on her fairytale ending after a car accident put her in a wheel chair five years ago. But with her brother’s up-coming wedding, she can’t help but wonder if maybe she’s ready to start searching.

Maybe there is someone who could see past the wheels and see only…her.

Carter lives a fast paced life. As New York’s up-and-coming lawyer, having his car breakdown in the middle of Massachusetts was the last thing he needed. And a stay at a place called Christmas Inn? Nope.

But, with no other options, he reluctantly books a room.

When the sweet, quirky room manager catches his eyes, he can’t help but feel the desire to slow down. Especially when her son just won’t leave him alone, or when Blossom seems to be seeking the one thing he didn’t know he wanted.

Love.

Dive into the second romance at Christmas Inn, Summer at Christmas Inn where love overcomes all obstacles.

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Genres: Christmas, Romance

168 pages, Kindle Edition

First published May 25, 2020

About the author

Anne-Marie Meyer is a USA Today Bestselling author who lives south of the Twin Cities in MN. She spends her days with her knight in shining armor, four princes, and a baby princess.

When she's not running after her kids, she's dreaming up romantic stories. She loves to take her favorite moments in the books and movies she loves and tries to figure out a way to make them new and fresh.

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Reviews

[Julie Carpenter · Rating 5 out of 5]

Wow! I thought I’d just start reading a little bit of this before bed. Nope. I was wrong. Completely wrong. I couldn’t put it down. From the opening of the book to the final page of the epilogue I was completely hooked.

I loved Blossom from the first book and have been waiting for her story. Let me tell you, it was worth the wait! What a tender story full of all the emotions. I loved Blossom’s character and how well written she was. Her strength and fortitude. Her sadness and insecurities. Her love and hope. She is a character that will steal your heart.

Carter is another character you will need to watch out for as he stole my heart just as he did Blossom’s. Well, scratch that. He didn’t steal her heart but earned it and showed her how much he loved and cherished it.

A beautiful and tender love story that I can’t recommend enough for all of you readers who love stories with heart and emotions. I might have teared up a little bit throughout the story. I loved how these two characters weren’t written as anything other than two people with hopes and dreams and searching for happiness. There was no unnecessary drama between them. I loved it!

Content: Clean. Nothing more than some sweet kisses.

I received a copy from the author. All thoughts and opinions in the review are my own.

Happy Reading!!!

[Tasha Metzler · Rating 3 out of 5]

This book actually gives me hope that love can truly bloom in situations where people are good to their core. I hope there are more people like Carter in the world, I really do!

[Eclectic Review · Rating 3 out of 5]

Surprisingly, I have never read a book by Anne-Marie Meyer and I was intrigued by a love story between a single mother in a wheelchair and a wealthy real estate broker.

She can do this. Blossom loves life at the Christmas Inn and she is excited and terrified to be left in charge when her brother and sister-in-law go on their honeymoon. She doesn’t want to rely on the help of others as she deals with the challenges of being in a wheelchair and being the mother of a rambunctious six-year-old boy so she jumped at the chance to prove her worth and manage the inn. However, she wasn’t prepared for the handsome and helpful Carter Bronson who showed up unexpectedly after his car broke down during a business trip.

Carter Bronson is tired of his fast-paced life in New York and when he arrives at the Christmas Inn, the worries and stress just disappear. It doesn’t hurt that he enjoys the company of the beautiful manager and her very active son.

Blossom and Carter’s attraction is immediate, but they ease their way through challenges and breaking down walls to become an extraordinary couple. Blossom's lack of self-confidence and getting past her disability is to be expected especially after her douche of a husband left her after the accident, but Carter’s kindness and patience are exactly what she needs. Carter is a fantastic and caring man who does little things to make Blossom's life easier. I love the interactions between Carter and Blossom's son Isaac and how much Carter enjoys Isaac’s company. I also teared up when Blossum’s sister-in-law Holly finally made Blossom realize that she is not her wheelchair and to take a chance on happiness, not loneliness.

Despite the repetitive use of words such as soaring and mysterious, I really enjoyed this unique and sweet small-town romance filled with heartwarming characters, a relaxing location, and a beautiful love story.

[Marie Bourgery · Rating 5 out of 5]

I felt for Blossom losing the use of her legs and her husband even if he wasn’t a great one before the car accident and having to raise her son alone. Her ex’s abandonment after the accident made her feel unattractive and broken and it’s hard for her to accept that a successful attractive man like Carter would be interested in her. I love her chatter box high energy precocious son Isaac. He would be a lot to keep up with even if she had functioning legs. Blossom has to believe that she’s beautiful and worthy of being loved by a man before she can open her heart to love again. This was a sweet clean romance.

[Melissa · Rating 4 out of 5]

It was good to finally get to read Blossom's story. I'm so glad she got her HEA. Carter is such a good guy for her. I love his persistence. He could have easily given up after the first set down, but he didn't. He is also so wonderful with Isaac. This was a beautiful story about healing, acceptance and love.

[ShaTorey · Rating 3 out of 5]

3.5 ⭐️. This was a cute and fluffy Christmas romance book. I appreciated the visibility and awareness it brings for people in wheelchairs. Of course the FMC questioning whether she deserves love drove me up a wall but overall this was a great palate cleanser audiobook (hoopla).

[Lori R · Rating 5 out of 5]

It was such fun to return to the Christmas Inn in this sweet, tender love story. It seems like the Inn is known for romances. The story started off with the wedding of Holly and Stephen from the first book in the series. Blossom, who is Steven's sister now has to watch the Inn while they are on their honeymoon. Her six year old son, Isaac is helping her too. Carter arrived at the Inn after his car broke down and the mayor picked him up.

Blossom had an accident four years ago that put her in a wheelchair and her husband left and divorced her shortly after that. She has never accepted her fate completely and puts on a smile for everyone else. This book made me think about how people might treat others like Blossom and the obstacles they face just trying to move around inside a building.

I liked how Blossom changed after she met Carter. She had more spark in her character and she was able to try to open her heart to love and a future. It was nice to watch Blossom blossom under Carter's love and for Blossom to love herself and see herself as others saw her. I received an advance copy of this book and I willingly chose to write an honest review.

[Kerri · Rating 4 out of 5]

This was a great romance. I loved reading a story about a woman and her trials of being in a wheelchair and how that affects her life as an independent woman, mother and her need for love. Blossom's struggles were made real in the book. Carter has a heart of gold that comes out in the book. He is a down-to-earth guy that just happens to have a lot of money. I love his persistence with Blossom as she gives him mixed signals. Blossom struggles with determining if Carter is having pity on her or if he is truly attracted to her. I recommend this book to those that love sweet, clean romance with a little more depth to the heroine.
I received a copy of this book. This is my honest and voluntary review.

[Penny Leidecker · Rating 5 out of 5]

I love small town romances and Carter and Blossom were perfect for each other. This isn’t a romance without some angst, but that makes it even better. I loved how Carter was with Blossom’s son, Isaac. Blossom doesn’t think she’ll ever find love again, since she’s now in a wheelchair. Carter’s car breaks down in Ivy Springs and is taken to the Christmas Inn by Humphries, the town’s mayor. Carter wants to get to know Blossom, but of course, she has her doubts. Grab your copy and see what happens in this beautiful, inspiring story. I may have shed a tear or two, just saying.

I received an advanced reader copy of this book and this is my voluntary and honest review.

[Chaos · Rating 5 out of 5]

I think this is my favorite book so far by this author! I absolutely adored Blossom, the side characters, the setting, and the way the story developed. Yes, it was short, but it held so much emotion. I couldn't believe everything Blossom suffered and what she overcame. She deserves all the happiness, and her ex is a piece of crap!! Carter is the right match for her. I love how he loved her and helped her feel beautiful. Hallmark worthy book

[Bernadette Cinkoske · Rating 5 out of 5]

Summer at Christmas Inn is a sweet, heartwarming romance. I loved Blossom, Isaac and Carter. Their characters sparkle in this tale of a woman in a wheelchair who thinks she is not a good mom and that she is unlovable. Enter Carter whose rental car stranded him in a small town which was just what he did not know he needed. Come along as Carter slowly convinces Blossom that he loves her.

[Joyce · Rating 4 out of 5]

Love But Fear

Blossom who had an accident that has left her in a wheelchair for life. Her and her son Isaac live and work at her
brothers Christmas Inn. Carter's car breaks down and he goes to Christmas Inn to find a room. He sees Blossom is attracted to her. A well written story with strong and believable characters. Will love survive or fear win out?

[Teresa Williams · Rating 4 out of 5]

This story really had some heartbreaking moments, as these two broken souls fought to realize their worth, despite their shortcomings. I loved how Carter treated and loved both Blossom and Isaac. All three totally stole my heart!

[Kim Woods · Rating 4 out of 5]

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Love Blooms at Christmas Inn by Anne-Marie Meyer
Wholesome Romance
Blossom is a single mom who after an accident is in a wheel chair…Carter is a realtor who lives a fast paced life in NYC. When he meets Blossom in her small town he starts to realize what life should be!!!!

[Cynthia Graber · Rating 5 out of 5]

I loved the story! I had to search for the follow up story as Kindle Unlimited did not have it. I found the story very moving.

[PollyAnna Joy]

Published under: Love Blooms at Christmas Inn

[Valerie · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is probably one of my favorites of this series and possibly Anne-Marie Meyer's books. It's not the same story as the rest, while it still has much of the Hallmark flow, it has more.

[Paula · Rating 4 out of 5]

I really liked Blossom from the first book. She hasn't let her situation limit her. Carter comes for a visit and falls fast and hard for Blossom - loved him. He is so patient, caring, and persistent in getting to know her and Isaac. Glad she finally saw herself as others did. Really sweet romance and I loved her grand gesture. So looking forward to book 3.

[Lissa · Rating 3 out of 5]

I forgot to leave a review but this one was cute! I haven’t read a book with someone with a disability like this and now i’m intrigued to read more!