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Catoctin Creek #2
Snowfall at Catoctin Creek
It’s time to get snowed in at Catoctin Creek…
Nikki Mercer inherited the Blue Plate Diner, Catoctin Creek’s favorite (and only) eatery, with all of its country traditions intact. She’s kept the restaurant running just as it has for generations — and just the way her customers like things. It’s only on her few hours off the clock that Nikki wanders past a certain old house on Main Street and conjures up impossible dreams…and then goes home to cook the wild and delicious recipes that make her heart happy. She wishes she could whip up something new for paying customers, but she knows Catoctin Creek isn't ready for a change.
Kevin McRae is on the verge of collapse. Desperate for a change, positive he was never cut out for high-stakes investments, he follows his friend Stephen to Catoctin Creek, where the nights are quiet and the work pursuits feel more pure. He’s certain he can rebuild his life into something satisfying away from the gridlock of the city…and living near the fiery Nikki, who captivated him months before, doesn’t hurt. Kevin's decision to learn horseshoeing and become a farrier surprises everyone who knows him, but when he said he wanted a change, he meant it.
Romance is quick to kindle between these two dreamers, but this relationship isn’t all roses. Nikki believes Catoctin Creek is too deeply rooted in the past to accept her dreams, while Kevin sees opportunity at every turn in town. She makes plans, he leaps without looking. Together, they might build something beautiful—if they can just find a shared vision of the future.
Nikki Mercer inherited the Blue Plate Diner, Catoctin Creek’s favorite (and only) eatery, with all of its country traditions intact. She’s kept the restaurant running just as it has for generations — and just the way her customers like things. It’s only on her few hours off the clock that Nikki wanders past a certain old house on Main Street and conjures up impossible dreams…and then goes home to cook the wild and delicious recipes that make her heart happy. She wishes she could whip up something new for paying customers, but she knows Catoctin Creek isn't ready for a change.
Kevin McRae is on the verge of collapse. Desperate for a change, positive he was never cut out for high-stakes investments, he follows his friend Stephen to Catoctin Creek, where the nights are quiet and the work pursuits feel more pure. He’s certain he can rebuild his life into something satisfying away from the gridlock of the city…and living near the fiery Nikki, who captivated him months before, doesn’t hurt. Kevin's decision to learn horseshoeing and become a farrier surprises everyone who knows him, but when he said he wanted a change, he meant it.
Romance is quick to kindle between these two dreamers, but this relationship isn’t all roses. Nikki believes Catoctin Creek is too deeply rooted in the past to accept her dreams, while Kevin sees opportunity at every turn in town. She makes plans, he leaps without looking. Together, they might build something beautiful—if they can just find a shared vision of the future.
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Published January 12, 2021
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About the author
Natalie Keller Reinert
53 books536 followersNatalie Keller Reinert is the award-winning author of more than twenty books, including the Eventing series and Briar Hill Farm series. Drawing on her professional experience in three-day eventing, working with Thoroughbred racehorses and mounted patrol horses, therapeutic riding, and many other equine pursuits, Natalie brings her love of equestrian life into each of her titles. She also cohosts the award-winning equestrian humor podcast Adulting With Horses.
Natalie lives in north Florida with her family, horses, and cat.
Natalie lives in north Florida with her family, horses, and cat.
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February 6, 2021
I rarely read romantic novels. I have nothing against the genre; it's just a case of "so many books, so little time." However, I will read anything Reinert writes. She always tells an interesting story filled with memorable characters, and I am firmly hooked on all of her series centered on horse sports.
The author had already gotten my attention with Sunset at Catoctin Creek, the series opener focusing on a young woman running a modest horse rescue operation in a small Western Maryland town.
In "Snowfall" readers get to know Rosemary's best friend, Nikki, who operates the town diner she inherited from her aunt. Nikki is as fiery as Rosemary is quiet. She's disenchanted with the diner and her life in general, but afraid to risk everything on a dream. She's also conflicted by her on-again, off-again relationship with Kevin, a New Yorker who has fled his big-city career in real estate investment to "find himself."
The very concept of "finding oneself" is ridiculous to super-practical Nikki, but she can't help being attracted to Kevin's sweet, sometimes goofy, personality. Kevin's decision to work with horses earns him an eye roll, but the city boy has some surprises in store for Nikki--if he can just stop making her angry at him.
As Reinert lets the Kevin-Nikki saga unfold, she brings the town and its people to life. Catoctin Creek is changing. Young couples with families are moving to the country, buying horses, and enrolling their kids in riding lessons at the fancy equestrian center with its very handsome head instructor. The question is, will Nikki be brave enough to embrace change, reach for her dreams--and entrust her heart to Kevin? Grover, Kevin's adorable, newly adopted dog, proves to be a good catalyst in the volatile love story.
This book will leave you smiling--and impatient for the next book in the series.
The author had already gotten my attention with Sunset at Catoctin Creek, the series opener focusing on a young woman running a modest horse rescue operation in a small Western Maryland town.
In "Snowfall" readers get to know Rosemary's best friend, Nikki, who operates the town diner she inherited from her aunt. Nikki is as fiery as Rosemary is quiet. She's disenchanted with the diner and her life in general, but afraid to risk everything on a dream. She's also conflicted by her on-again, off-again relationship with Kevin, a New Yorker who has fled his big-city career in real estate investment to "find himself."
The very concept of "finding oneself" is ridiculous to super-practical Nikki, but she can't help being attracted to Kevin's sweet, sometimes goofy, personality. Kevin's decision to work with horses earns him an eye roll, but the city boy has some surprises in store for Nikki--if he can just stop making her angry at him.
As Reinert lets the Kevin-Nikki saga unfold, she brings the town and its people to life. Catoctin Creek is changing. Young couples with families are moving to the country, buying horses, and enrolling their kids in riding lessons at the fancy equestrian center with its very handsome head instructor. The question is, will Nikki be brave enough to embrace change, reach for her dreams--and entrust her heart to Kevin? Grover, Kevin's adorable, newly adopted dog, proves to be a good catalyst in the volatile love story.
This book will leave you smiling--and impatient for the next book in the series.
December 5, 2021
This book is a hallmark movie in the best way possible❤ A simple, happy and heartwarming story which truly makes you feel all warm and fuzzy inside. Honestly for me, 5* reviews normally have some kind of an intricate storyline but I can't explain how much I loved the happy simplicity of this. Cant wait to read the next! I have a feeling this will be a re-read around Christmas time ❤
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January 13, 2021My latest Catoctin Creek escape was such a pleasure to live in for the past few months! I hope readers enjoy Kevin and Nikki's love story - and their individual journeys - as much as I have!
July 21, 2022
The small town story continues with the second book. This time it’s Nikki’s turn. Will her ‘tough’ personality melt for the possibility of love…? You’ll have to read to find out. The characters and bucolic scenery pull you in for another chapter in the lives of this small town community and all the drama that comes from knowing everyone and everything about your neighbors.
September 12, 2024
Snowfall at Cato tin Creek
So fantastic. I was absolutely enchanted and entertained. This book has the best characters, It felt like hanging out with friends. I laughed so much and of course there's furry friends to love also. I just found a new author and that makes me happy. A must read. Enjoy.
So fantastic. I was absolutely enchanted and entertained. This book has the best characters, It felt like hanging out with friends. I laughed so much and of course there's furry friends to love also. I just found a new author and that makes me happy. A must read. Enjoy.
March 8, 2021
Needs more horse stuff!
Not quite my cup of tea but a nice read. I would u 's gave enjoyed more horse related but I like Natalie's writing style! I will look forward to the next book in this series.
Not quite my cup of tea but a nice read. I would u 's gave enjoyed more horse related but I like Natalie's writing style! I will look forward to the next book in this series.
December 19, 2023
Okay I Loved this book. It’s a light, fun, small town romance (closed door). Nikki, a native to Catoctin Creek is faced with a decision for her business, will she take the leap and face the challenge? Also will she give up her need to have a plan and just fall in love? Read to find out.
May 30, 2021
Great read!
Great new series that keeps drawing us into a sleepy little town that looks to be coming alive again. Keep it up!
Great new series that keeps drawing us into a sleepy little town that looks to be coming alive again. Keep it up!
May 4, 2023
Great Read
This romance book was perfect by not getting into sex. Natalie is a very talented writer. I was glued to this book.
This romance book was perfect by not getting into sex. Natalie is a very talented writer. I was glued to this book.
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