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River's End #13
River in the Mountains
One day he met a girl.
Nothing unusual about that. Except he met her nearly at the top of a mountain.
She's a mysterious woman, all alone in the mountains with her two horses and a dog, and she adamantly refuses to tell him any identifying facts about herself.
Including her name.
No matter how long he knows her.
Gage Sullivan plans to spend the month of August in the mountains in order to rebuild a hiking trail for the US Forest Service. Gage is instantly intrigued by the woman who calls herself, "V". After spending weeks together, Gage suspects he knows her better than anyone.
By summer's end she still refuses, despite the connection they forged, to reveal anything real about herself. He leaves her alone in the mountains with her grief and secrets, and goes back to being a father and caring for his daughter.
Until he sees her again, out of the mountains and by then, he knows exactly who she is... Violet Rydell.
Violet lost her fiancé in a tragic accident two years ago. She cannot accept his death, which keeps her in a frozen state of grief and hurt. Hiding quite literally in the mountains is her way of handling the anniversary of her trauma.
By chance she met Gage, but by choice she can't stay away from him... but can the fantastic connection they established in the mountains survive and continue in their real lives?
Nothing unusual about that. Except he met her nearly at the top of a mountain.
She's a mysterious woman, all alone in the mountains with her two horses and a dog, and she adamantly refuses to tell him any identifying facts about herself.
Including her name.
No matter how long he knows her.
Gage Sullivan plans to spend the month of August in the mountains in order to rebuild a hiking trail for the US Forest Service. Gage is instantly intrigued by the woman who calls herself, "V". After spending weeks together, Gage suspects he knows her better than anyone.
By summer's end she still refuses, despite the connection they forged, to reveal anything real about herself. He leaves her alone in the mountains with her grief and secrets, and goes back to being a father and caring for his daughter.
Until he sees her again, out of the mountains and by then, he knows exactly who she is... Violet Rydell.
Violet lost her fiancé in a tragic accident two years ago. She cannot accept his death, which keeps her in a frozen state of grief and hurt. Hiding quite literally in the mountains is her way of handling the anniversary of her trauma.
By chance she met Gage, but by choice she can't stay away from him... but can the fantastic connection they established in the mountains survive and continue in their real lives?
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Most of my books are standalone stories in connected series. Whether it's the setting, theme or family connections, my series are often multi-generational and span decades. While each book is a complete story, beloved characters will pop in and out of these sagas. I stick to new adult, contemporary and western romances, with tons of emotion and all the feels tucked into them.
I live in the rainy area of Western Washington, and spend as much time as I can traveling to destinations all across the state, where I do all things outdoors.
Many of these locations become the settings for my books.
I earned my business degree from Western Washington University, and worked for several years in the construction management field before turning to writing full time.
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Raw. Real. Emotional Romance. Writing provocative and darker themed romance that always finds its happily ever after!
With 50 plus, full length books there is a story for everyone!
Cowboy romance? Got it! Small town... yep. Big city rock star? Covered! You like a little suspense? Yep, got a few of those too.
Most of my books are standalone stories in connected series. Whether it's the setting, theme or family connections, my series are often multi-generational and span decades. While each book is a complete story, beloved characters will pop in and out of these sagas. I stick to new adult, contemporary and western romances, with tons of emotion and all the feels tucked into them.
I live in the rainy area of Western Washington, and spend as much time as I can traveling to destinations all across the state, where I do all things outdoors.
Many of these locations become the settings for my books.
I earned my business degree from Western Washington University, and worked for several years in the construction management field before turning to writing full time.
Follow me anywhere:
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Website➜ www.leannedavis.net
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My Books:
River's End
Rydell River Ranch Series
The Sister Series
The Zenith Series
The Seaclusion Series
Diversions
At the Next Table
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April 27, 2020
Being sucker punched in the first few chapters makes this an absolute page-turner.
Every book that Leanne Davis writes is a an emotional journey, and this one is no exception.
Hurt and hope go hand in hand.
Loss and Love are two sides of the same coin.
But Andy was a gift.
And I truly hope she has her own story.
Leanne Davis never disappoints and this time, I had happy tears.
Every book that Leanne Davis writes is a an emotional journey, and this one is no exception.
Hurt and hope go hand in hand.
Loss and Love are two sides of the same coin.
But Andy was a gift.
And I truly hope she has her own story.
Leanne Davis never disappoints and this time, I had happy tears.
April 9, 2020
At first your heart is breaking for Violet but then she just becomes a bitter woman until she meets Gage. Violet has made this trip every year in August because she can’t bear to be around people but somehow Gage breaks right through her wall, trouble is he is falling deeper and she is stopping him in his tracks. Through the entire book all you want is for Violet to get past her grief as see what’s right in front of her before it’s too late.
March 18, 2020
This author always writes great books in this world. I need to re-read this series cause I've forgotten a bunch of people in it now. Always a good book series to look into re-reading again!
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June 8, 2020
Great book.
April 24, 2020
Violet Rydell's heart shattered the day her fiance, Preston, died right in front of her. Since his death she spends the month of August camping in the woods and staying as far away from where he died as possible.
Gage Sullivan is a single dad to Andrea and is spending his summer rebuilding a trail as part of his job with the US Forest Service. He loves spending a month out in the bush while Andy is across the country with her grandparents.
When Violet and Gage meet in the bush they have attraction but Violet is not willing to open up about anything personal in her life. The two form a "friendship" yet there is still much missing between the two of them.
Will Violet open up to Gage if she knows that's the only way she stands a chance or will she let things go hoping she never sees him again?
This is another great book in the series and this is one of the series that seems to cover it all.
Initially my heart broke for Violet and everything she went through. I couldn't imagine watching what she did and then having to try and go on and be around the place where it happened. I understood why she left every August and I was impressed on everything she did on her own. But then as I read about her interactions with Gage I started to get frustrated at her as she was doing anything to move on from it and allow herself to heal from the events of the past. She never got herself any help and instead wallowed in her grief. Even with Gage she had her walls up and didn't want him to know anything about her and wanted to keep things as impersonal as she could.
I thought Gage was an amazing character and great dad! He was doing an amazing job with Andy and I liked that he spent his summer doing manual work while she was away and kept himself busy. I liked that Gage had standards and wasn't going to lower them, no matter how attracted he was to Violet.
There was so much chemistry between Gage and Violet but both of them were holding parts of their lives secret. I understood that Gage did only because he knew Violet wasn't being open and honest with him. I was happy when Violet finally told Gage her name yet I was so mad at her when she became cold to him again. She frustrated me so much!
I had a feeling Gage would eventually put the pieces together once Andy had been talking about horses. Gage got a few more pieces of the puzzle with Erin but he knew he needed more from Violet.
Violet seemed to totally flip out when both her and Gage returned to their homes and a few times I was pretty mad at her for how she treated Gage.
I loved when Violet talked to her Uncle Jack and how she was able to reconcile her past and her future. I loved that he offered her a job and it seemed like an excellent fit!
I was so proud of Violet when she finally got the courage to talk to Gage about her feelings and what she wanted from life!! I also really liked her bond with Andy and how Andy also taught Violet a few things about life and love.
The end was excellent and crossing my fingers that we get more!
Gage Sullivan is a single dad to Andrea and is spending his summer rebuilding a trail as part of his job with the US Forest Service. He loves spending a month out in the bush while Andy is across the country with her grandparents.
When Violet and Gage meet in the bush they have attraction but Violet is not willing to open up about anything personal in her life. The two form a "friendship" yet there is still much missing between the two of them.
Will Violet open up to Gage if she knows that's the only way she stands a chance or will she let things go hoping she never sees him again?
This is another great book in the series and this is one of the series that seems to cover it all.
Initially my heart broke for Violet and everything she went through. I couldn't imagine watching what she did and then having to try and go on and be around the place where it happened. I understood why she left every August and I was impressed on everything she did on her own. But then as I read about her interactions with Gage I started to get frustrated at her as she was doing anything to move on from it and allow herself to heal from the events of the past. She never got herself any help and instead wallowed in her grief. Even with Gage she had her walls up and didn't want him to know anything about her and wanted to keep things as impersonal as she could.
I thought Gage was an amazing character and great dad! He was doing an amazing job with Andy and I liked that he spent his summer doing manual work while she was away and kept himself busy. I liked that Gage had standards and wasn't going to lower them, no matter how attracted he was to Violet.
There was so much chemistry between Gage and Violet but both of them were holding parts of their lives secret. I understood that Gage did only because he knew Violet wasn't being open and honest with him. I was happy when Violet finally told Gage her name yet I was so mad at her when she became cold to him again. She frustrated me so much!
I had a feeling Gage would eventually put the pieces together once Andy had been talking about horses. Gage got a few more pieces of the puzzle with Erin but he knew he needed more from Violet.
Violet seemed to totally flip out when both her and Gage returned to their homes and a few times I was pretty mad at her for how she treated Gage.
I loved when Violet talked to her Uncle Jack and how she was able to reconcile her past and her future. I loved that he offered her a job and it seemed like an excellent fit!
I was so proud of Violet when she finally got the courage to talk to Gage about her feelings and what she wanted from life!! I also really liked her bond with Andy and how Andy also taught Violet a few things about life and love.
The end was excellent and crossing my fingers that we get more!
June 26, 2020
River in the Mountains
River in the Mountains (River's End Series Book 13)
Leanne Davis
Another great book by Leanne Davis. Every book I have read of hers takes you on an emotional journey, and this one is no different. Each book also brings something of importance for you to learn about and how it affects people, this one is no different. This is the story of Violet Rydell, or Vee as she is known by some people. Very quickly in this book, there is an event that totally changes Violet's life and how she lives. She is no longer the vibrant person she was, she is a shell of herself, and really does not let anyone in. Her annual pilgrammage to the mountains is a little different this year, as she encounters a man that is there to rebuild the trail. Will they become friends or more? Will Violet be able to open herself and her heart up to someone else? Literally she does not share anything about herself to anyone, she didn't even tell Gage her name, only to call her Vee. Is it fate that these two met? The chemistry between the two is felt as soon as they meet, but what will happen. Will the friendship they made in the mountains be able to sustain itself in real life? I do want to say that Gage is one of the most selfless and incredible men, I have ever read. He is so open and he treats everyone so well. He is an amazing mother and father to Andrea (Andy). And there is one part of the book that talks about tampons, and it is just awesome, but he doesn't realize how different he is than most men. He makes for an incredible boyfriend and book boyfriend. Honestly I am not going to give anything away, so you need to pick this one up and find out for yourself. I have not read this whole series, but the ones I have read are all amazing reads, and I love the Rydell family. I am a huge fan of this author, and one day I will read the books that I have missed in this series, and probably re-read the ones I have as they are that good.
River in the Mountains (River's End Series Book 13)
Leanne Davis
Another great book by Leanne Davis. Every book I have read of hers takes you on an emotional journey, and this one is no different. Each book also brings something of importance for you to learn about and how it affects people, this one is no different. This is the story of Violet Rydell, or Vee as she is known by some people. Very quickly in this book, there is an event that totally changes Violet's life and how she lives. She is no longer the vibrant person she was, she is a shell of herself, and really does not let anyone in. Her annual pilgrammage to the mountains is a little different this year, as she encounters a man that is there to rebuild the trail. Will they become friends or more? Will Violet be able to open herself and her heart up to someone else? Literally she does not share anything about herself to anyone, she didn't even tell Gage her name, only to call her Vee. Is it fate that these two met? The chemistry between the two is felt as soon as they meet, but what will happen. Will the friendship they made in the mountains be able to sustain itself in real life? I do want to say that Gage is one of the most selfless and incredible men, I have ever read. He is so open and he treats everyone so well. He is an amazing mother and father to Andrea (Andy). And there is one part of the book that talks about tampons, and it is just awesome, but he doesn't realize how different he is than most men. He makes for an incredible boyfriend and book boyfriend. Honestly I am not going to give anything away, so you need to pick this one up and find out for yourself. I have not read this whole series, but the ones I have read are all amazing reads, and I love the Rydell family. I am a huge fan of this author, and one day I will read the books that I have missed in this series, and probably re-read the ones I have as they are that good.
March 5, 2020
I am so grateful for the day I clicked on Leanne Davis' book, River's End. It is the first book in the River's End series. Now I have just finished book 13, River in the Mountains. The author has the ability to weave a tale that will grab and make you feel like you are right there, in the story. The characters are totally relatable. It's almost like I can practically feel their emotions.
Violet Rydell is a member of the large Rydell family. The family owns a resort and horse rescue in Washington state. While participating in one of the horse shows they put on for their guests, there is a tragic accident. Violet's life is forever changed. She is no longer the bold and energetic personality that her family has always known her to be. What remains is a shell of her former self. Each year for the month of August, she disappears into a secluded area of the mountains to hide away, as the anniversary of the event passes. The solitude allows her to deal with her sorrow.
Gage works for the forestry department. While he now has a desk job, he yearns to be back in the outdoors. Each August, his daughter goes away to visit her maternal grandparents. As a single father, his daughter is his life. Spending several weeks up in a remote area of the mountains, repairing a trail that was damaged in a landslide, seems just the thing to help him deal with his daughter's absense.
When Gage sees smoke, he goes to investigate. What he finds is beyond his wildest expectations. A woman, her horses and her dog, alone in one of the remotests areas. The two form a friendship but still keep secrets. You should absolutely read this story and see what happens as they get to know each other and they unravel each other's pasts. And make sure you have plenty of tissues. This book will run you through all the feels.
Violet Rydell is a member of the large Rydell family. The family owns a resort and horse rescue in Washington state. While participating in one of the horse shows they put on for their guests, there is a tragic accident. Violet's life is forever changed. She is no longer the bold and energetic personality that her family has always known her to be. What remains is a shell of her former self. Each year for the month of August, she disappears into a secluded area of the mountains to hide away, as the anniversary of the event passes. The solitude allows her to deal with her sorrow.
Gage works for the forestry department. While he now has a desk job, he yearns to be back in the outdoors. Each August, his daughter goes away to visit her maternal grandparents. As a single father, his daughter is his life. Spending several weeks up in a remote area of the mountains, repairing a trail that was damaged in a landslide, seems just the thing to help him deal with his daughter's absense.
When Gage sees smoke, he goes to investigate. What he finds is beyond his wildest expectations. A woman, her horses and her dog, alone in one of the remotests areas. The two form a friendship but still keep secrets. You should absolutely read this story and see what happens as they get to know each other and they unravel each other's pasts. And make sure you have plenty of tissues. This book will run you through all the feels.
June 17, 2020
River in the Mountains
(River End Series #13)
Leanne Davis
River in the Mountains is the 13th book in the River End Series. It was an easy read and hard to put down.
This is Shane Rydell's, daughter Violets story and the connection she makes with an amazing man in the last place she ever expected. Violet met Gage on one of her August camping trips up in the mountain's. Her mtn camping trips were her way of emotionally distancing and healing after losing her fiance, who died violently years before. Changing Violets world and life as she once knew it.
Gage happened to be out camping to pass by time while his daughter was away with her mom's family & at Horse Camp.
He used the time she was away working up in the mtns restoring a hiking trail. While there he met the mysterious woman and her horses.
The more time these to spent together they formed a personal connection/bond. Violet wasn't okay sharing Gage with her name. She knew with that alone he'd know who she was. Violet started opened up about small things in her life and the lose of her first love. Violet fought Gage in knowing anything about her past every step of the way. After spending those few weeks together in the Mountains away from each other it wasn't just hard on him but it was hard for Violet because she started to develop feelings for Gage.
Between Violets conversation with her Uncle Jack, her change of employment & finally the conversation she had with her own father. It helped Violet realize that her heart was big enough to fall in love, again & she deserved to be happy.
Gage gave her the extra push Violet needed. In the end Violet didn't just end up with a great boyfriend/fiance and a wonderful father to preteen daughter. But Violet also formed a wonderful bond with his horse crazy preteen daughter. Gage and Violet found a HEA when neither was really looking forward to it.
Leanne Davis's last three books in "The River End series" have all been about Shane Rydells daughters; Iris, Rose and Violet. Shane has one more daughter Daisy who is away at school. I'm hoping the next book, if there is one will be Daisy's story. Fingers Crossed for more books in "The River End series".
I love how much depth Leanne Davis writes with in her books. I definitely enjoy each and every novel she puts out.
(River End Series #13)
Leanne Davis
River in the Mountains is the 13th book in the River End Series. It was an easy read and hard to put down.
This is Shane Rydell's, daughter Violets story and the connection she makes with an amazing man in the last place she ever expected. Violet met Gage on one of her August camping trips up in the mountain's. Her mtn camping trips were her way of emotionally distancing and healing after losing her fiance, who died violently years before. Changing Violets world and life as she once knew it.
Gage happened to be out camping to pass by time while his daughter was away with her mom's family & at Horse Camp.
He used the time she was away working up in the mtns restoring a hiking trail. While there he met the mysterious woman and her horses.
The more time these to spent together they formed a personal connection/bond. Violet wasn't okay sharing Gage with her name. She knew with that alone he'd know who she was. Violet started opened up about small things in her life and the lose of her first love. Violet fought Gage in knowing anything about her past every step of the way. After spending those few weeks together in the Mountains away from each other it wasn't just hard on him but it was hard for Violet because she started to develop feelings for Gage.
Between Violets conversation with her Uncle Jack, her change of employment & finally the conversation she had with her own father. It helped Violet realize that her heart was big enough to fall in love, again & she deserved to be happy.
Gage gave her the extra push Violet needed. In the end Violet didn't just end up with a great boyfriend/fiance and a wonderful father to preteen daughter. But Violet also formed a wonderful bond with his horse crazy preteen daughter. Gage and Violet found a HEA when neither was really looking forward to it.
Leanne Davis's last three books in "The River End series" have all been about Shane Rydells daughters; Iris, Rose and Violet. Shane has one more daughter Daisy who is away at school. I'm hoping the next book, if there is one will be Daisy's story. Fingers Crossed for more books in "The River End series".
I love how much depth Leanne Davis writes with in her books. I definitely enjoy each and every novel she puts out.
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March 22, 2020
It seemed like at the beginning of this book like it was dragging on and taking forever, but I'm so glad I held in there because the further along you got the more engaging this story became.
The story between Gage & Violet was very interesting. Violet's past of watching the love of her life get killed almost destroyed her. She met Gage on one of her get out of town times at the anniversary of his death. She'd go isolate herself up in the mountains and camp. Gage was patient when he found out what had happened to her and why she didn't want to commit to a relationship, but he was also very concerned about how Violet would be around his teenage daughter Andy. Andy did meet her and saw how happy her father was whenever he spoke about his mountain girl. Andy saw the smile on her father's face and the look of love in his eyes. He'd never brought a woman home, but she somehow knew that this was the woman for her father.
A day of sledding with Gage and his daughter and 2 of her friends brought the old fun-loving and competitive Violet back to life. The love and open relationship Gage had with his daughter sealed it all for Violet.
Such a wonderful story of Love, Patience, and Persistence.
The story between Gage & Violet was very interesting. Violet's past of watching the love of her life get killed almost destroyed her. She met Gage on one of her get out of town times at the anniversary of his death. She'd go isolate herself up in the mountains and camp. Gage was patient when he found out what had happened to her and why she didn't want to commit to a relationship, but he was also very concerned about how Violet would be around his teenage daughter Andy. Andy did meet her and saw how happy her father was whenever he spoke about his mountain girl. Andy saw the smile on her father's face and the look of love in his eyes. He'd never brought a woman home, but she somehow knew that this was the woman for her father.
A day of sledding with Gage and his daughter and 2 of her friends brought the old fun-loving and competitive Violet back to life. The love and open relationship Gage had with his daughter sealed it all for Violet.
Such a wonderful story of Love, Patience, and Persistence.
April 24, 2020
Violet Rydell's heart was shattered the day her fiance, Preston, died right in front of her. To battle her inner demons, she spends her time alone in the woods away from where he died. Like out of mind out of sight.
Gage Sullivan is another type of a person who loves to spend time rebuilding a trail which is part of his job with the US Forest Service, a single dad, and a good one at that with Andrea.
Their first meeting astounds Galvin, but Violet shows no remorse. A trained outdoorsman, intrigues Galvin. Vioilet's hurt doesn't allow her to love again for fear of loss. The author does great character building but Violet is too cold to me. It is realistic but at times it appears to be too stubborn for the lady MC. But the ending was wonderful. Love the author and she writes from the heart but sometimes I wish the ladies were not so stubborn.
Gage Sullivan is another type of a person who loves to spend time rebuilding a trail which is part of his job with the US Forest Service, a single dad, and a good one at that with Andrea.
Their first meeting astounds Galvin, but Violet shows no remorse. A trained outdoorsman, intrigues Galvin. Vioilet's hurt doesn't allow her to love again for fear of loss. The author does great character building but Violet is too cold to me. It is realistic but at times it appears to be too stubborn for the lady MC. But the ending was wonderful. Love the author and she writes from the heart but sometimes I wish the ladies were not so stubborn.
March 8, 2020
I have to admit I know next to nothing about horses or the great outdoors. However having read this amazing book it has triggered my interest in discovering more.
Gabe and Violet are two lovable and intriguing characters and their interaction and dialogue had my attention from start to finish. I felt their emotions and Violet’s anguish. Gabe took my heart in the way he handled Violet’s indecision. There is so much detailed description that I felt I was living in the various locations, hearing the sounds and smelling the scents.
This really is an incredible story of two interesting people which is written with great skill and empathy. I thoroughly enjoyed it and highly recommend it to all.
Gabe and Violet are two lovable and intriguing characters and their interaction and dialogue had my attention from start to finish. I felt their emotions and Violet’s anguish. Gabe took my heart in the way he handled Violet’s indecision. There is so much detailed description that I felt I was living in the various locations, hearing the sounds and smelling the scents.
This really is an incredible story of two interesting people which is written with great skill and empathy. I thoroughly enjoyed it and highly recommend it to all.
March 9, 2020
Another great book by Leanne Davis. Her characters are always realistic and the character development is strong. Gage has the best relationship with his daughter. He connects with Violet and handles her indecisions very maturely and just pushes her the right amount in regards to her healing compared to her family who just gave her space, cause that’s what she said she wanted. Violet responded positively to Gage’s pressures on her, as she began to realise her family was enabling her grief. Violet got on my nerves a bit. Thought she was immature sometimes, but that may have been the grief and she didn’t know how to deal with it. But once her character developed, she got that maturity that was needed to help her heal.
March 17, 2020
This was another solid offering from this series! Violet Ryder lost her fiance in a riding accident and can't stand to be around people who look at her with pity or expect her to be over it. Gage works for the U.S. Forest Service and is working on the mountain to rebuild a hiking trail. He meets "V" one day and he wants to get to know her but she is reluctant to give him anything of herself. They spend the summer getting to know each other but she refused to tell him anything real. He leaves for home and goes back to his real life. He sees her again when she comes down from the mountain and they can't stay away from each other. This story was extremely emotional and uplifting at the same time. What a read!
Thank you for the privilege of reading this book! Well done ❤️
Thank you for the privilege of reading this book! Well done ❤️
March 19, 2020
I found Leanne Davis several years ago. I look forward to reading her new releases. RIVER IN THE MOUNTAINS was no disappointment.
It started with a heartbreaking prologue. I cried, laughed, became exasperated with Violet, but then cried and laughed some more. Gage was so very perfect, as was his daughter, Andy. It made me need to suspend real life while reading. But I just couldn't find anything wrong with them! I really wasn't ready for the story to end.
I will admit that some of the inner dialogue was repetitive. I did some skimming in a couple places. But I know that is like real life. How often we hash and rehash our situations while trying to make decisions. I'm truly looking forward to the next book!
It started with a heartbreaking prologue. I cried, laughed, became exasperated with Violet, but then cried and laughed some more. Gage was so very perfect, as was his daughter, Andy. It made me need to suspend real life while reading. But I just couldn't find anything wrong with them! I really wasn't ready for the story to end.
I will admit that some of the inner dialogue was repetitive. I did some skimming in a couple places. But I know that is like real life. How often we hash and rehash our situations while trying to make decisions. I'm truly looking forward to the next book!
March 29, 2020
I have every book in this series and not once have I been disappointed Leanne's books are amazing and one can relate to the story Iris is grieving the death of her fiancee and every August she goes to the mountains away from everything and everyone.This time she runs into Gage who is ther fixing a trail over the month he is there things heat up between the two and Iris is secretive about who she is and her past.Gage excepts that and they continue on he wants more she can't let go of her past.After the month is over Gage leaves and later they run into one another she learns he has a daughter and she is even more confused and conflicted about her feelings .This was a amazing read actually the whole series is fantastic will realistic problems we sometimes face.
June 15, 2020
Oh my Vee heartbroken by seing her fiancé being kill in the family arena and in a place she use love now she fear seeing people on horse . I this kid she thrive in life was to traine and perfome. Like she does she leave for the mountain for the summer to escape . Gage a single dad and can’t bear that is daughter going to her grandparent for a month and going to summer camp et decide to offer Is work to Go repair the trails in the mountains as he like the physical work and the hiking . But he never expected to met this beautiful woman , at first she doesn’t wanna give name but you can she the chemistry between both of them , Gage keep push for info will she crack or is she still to heartbroken?
This is a must read book hurrry and get this. Book you won’t regret
This is a must read book hurrry and get this. Book you won’t regret
June 16, 2020
So it has been a joy to see how much these characters have changed since book 1. Everyone has found love and started families at the Rydell Ranch. Violet is the last one and she thought she had it until tragedy happened. She's hurt and grieving hard. She doesn't want a relationship and doesn't want anyone to get close. She gets away and spends her time in the woods. She wasn't counting on Gage being there but he was. She doesn't open up at all to him but that doesn't stop him from trying to get more info out of her. These two have fire and passion especially when they talk to each other. Neither want to back down. It was a great way to end the series and see Violet transform and heal. It was a great book!
March 19, 2020
When tragedy hits Violet Rydell, she retreats and spends the anniversary month in the wilderness. She meets a fellow camper and develops a friendship. Violet refuses to allow herself to care for anyone and fights the attraction. She refuses to even give him her name. Gage is raising his daughter alone, since her mother passed. He is emotionally and otherwise mature and stable. He doesn’t need the drama but he is drawn to Violet. Much of this book mostly takes place away from the ranch. I enjoyed meeting up with old characters when Violet came home. I was never much of a Jack fan but loved him in this book. Readers will enjoy Violet’s story. I know I did.
March 21, 2020
River in the Mountains is the 13th book in the River’s End Book Series. I love this whole series and I couldn’t book this book down!! It made me laugh and cry. This is Violet and Gage’s story. 2 years ago Violet witnesses the horrible death of her fiancé Preston. She is completely devastated. Her family tries to help but they can’t help her with her grief. When Violet meets Gage she doesn’t want anything to do with him. Will Gage be able to help Violet grieve and start living her life again?
I received an ARC of this book.
I received an ARC of this book.
May 23, 2020
This is book 13 in the Rivers end series. In August Violet leaves to be by herself. She is so broken she just wants to forget just for a little bit. She goes up into the moutains where it is very remote. Less chance of seeing anyone. Gage sees Violets amoke from her fire and goes to investigate. These two become friends but barely putting out any personal information. It takes Violet a long time to be honest with Gage. I ready enjoyed this book. You can definitely get sucked in with all.the emotions going on.
August 27, 2023
Recovery
Three years after her fiance died in a freak accident while performing a horse show with her Violet is still having trouble going into the arena where he died, or even being on the ranch in August. Hiding out at the families hidden campsite in the forest she meets the forest ranger who is repairing a portion of washed out trail nearby.
The two help each other get over some pain related to missing loved one while repairing the damaged path. More healing is needed and secrets need to be shared. Good Adult read.
Three years after her fiance died in a freak accident while performing a horse show with her Violet is still having trouble going into the arena where he died, or even being on the ranch in August. Hiding out at the families hidden campsite in the forest she meets the forest ranger who is repairing a portion of washed out trail nearby.
The two help each other get over some pain related to missing loved one while repairing the damaged path. More healing is needed and secrets need to be shared. Good Adult read.
April 27, 2020
Great easy read which although predictable still kept me totally engrossed. You can't help but fall in love with Gage from the moment you meet him and Violet (Vee) your heart will just go out to her. The chemistry between them is off the charts but the journey they take is far from easy. Gage wants Violet but wants to protect his teenage daughter, Violet wants Gage but can't get past the grief of seeing her finance die two years previously. There is laughter and tears in this I enjoyed it.
June 7, 2020
There's always something happening with the Rydells. They are no stranger to pain and loss. I think Gage was where he was supposed to be when he came across Violet. He gave her the distraction from life she was needing, at least for a time. It was a little hard to read watching her struggle. All Gage could do was offer support, love, and a harsh taste of the truth, especially back in the "real world." I loved that what somewhat took her heart also gave it back in another way.
September 18, 2020
Moving On
After the untimely and vicious death of her fiance, Violent retreats into herself and the mountains around the Rydell family. She wasn't counting on meeting Gage in her mountains. She is drawn to him like a moth to flame. She is able to feel again and doesn't know what about him makes her feel safe. Can she find herself and move on, or will her fear get the best of her? ~
After the untimely and vicious death of her fiance, Violent retreats into herself and the mountains around the Rydell family. She wasn't counting on meeting Gage in her mountains. She is drawn to him like a moth to flame. She is able to feel again and doesn't know what about him makes her feel safe. Can she find herself and move on, or will her fear get the best of her? ~
November 12, 2022
Phenomenal must read
My heart went out to Violet from the start and I fell in love with Gage and Andy.
As always the Rydell family always there to comfort and love you through the hard times.
This was well written and easy to read when I wasn't tearing up.
I highly recommend this book to everyone who loves a great love story.
Have tissues near you'll need them but it truly was phenomenal.
My heart went out to Violet from the start and I fell in love with Gage and Andy.
As always the Rydell family always there to comfort and love you through the hard times.
This was well written and easy to read when I wasn't tearing up.
I highly recommend this book to everyone who loves a great love story.
Have tissues near you'll need them but it truly was phenomenal.
March 17, 2020
Another great Rydell River Ranch book. I'm so glad I found this series. You can easily relate to and feel the emotions of the characters in this book. I felt V's pain and wanted to cheer for her when she came out of it. Although this book is part of a larger series, each book stands independently.
March 17, 2020
A well written perfectly paced story pulling you in from the start. This is a story about tragic and the steps taken to live your life after that tragic. This one about Gage and what he is going through raising a teenage daughter. Family means a lot to him. He helps Violet in many ways see how life is important. A great series and a standalone read.
May 24, 2020
Talk about an emotional book!! Your heart is ripped apart in the first few chapters. Violet's whole world is flipped upside down, but then she meets Gage.
No matter how much she pushes him away, and tried not to fall for him, true love makes it impossible for them not to fall for each other!
I absolutely love this series!!!
No matter how much she pushes him away, and tried not to fall for him, true love makes it impossible for them not to fall for each other!
I absolutely love this series!!!
March 17, 2020
Leanne Davis has once again managed to write a book with characters that feel so real you might actually think this story is based on real life events and people. If you have read the previous River's End books, then this one is a must read.
March 20, 2020
This series just keeps getting better and better. I have loved it from the very beginning and my admiration for the author continues to grow. This story hots on all the emotions, with plenty of drama and action on the no way to a very satisfying ending.
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