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January Cove

Waiting For You: A January Cove Novella

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Whiskey Ridge meets Hope Falls in this heartwarming romance...

When Robbie Brooks finally comes back home to Hope Falls, his plan is to avoid the one woman he doesn't want to see. But he has no idea that a new woman will be coming into his world and there's no way he can avoid her.

Will he open his heart again or leave town for good?

76 pages, ebook

First published January 26, 2016

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Rachel Hanna

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So who am I? My name is Rachel Hanna, and I am a wife, mother of three incredible kids (maybe I am a BIT biased?), two lovable doggies and one cat that lives outside and thinks he owns the world. Okay, I also have a gecko now too. Don't judge me.

I started writing as a young child, and I went into the field of Journalism for many years as an adult. Now, as a romantic fiction writer, I get to live out my own daydreams every single day and share them with readers around the world!

I'm a Southern chick living near Atlanta, so I say "yes, ma'm" and "ya'll", but I wouldn't have it any other way. :)

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219 reviews
September 1, 2025
At the end of the sunset cove series this was recommended. It was good, but I wish it was a series like the other books.
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785 reviews37 followers
February 2, 2023
This was a short novella read, that blended two different towns written by Rachel Hanna. I enjoyed watching Cate and Drew fall in love with the help of Drew's family. And the lengths that Drew went to keep out of his ex's way.
If you want a quick wonderful read, then this is a book you will enjoy. It had lots of amusing moments that will make you chuckle and a lot of sighing when these two young people get together.
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220 reviews5 followers
November 9, 2022
Short sweet and perfect for a relaxing ending to a hectic day.
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16 reviews
August 1, 2024
Cheesy and predictable, but also a super easy read and fast paced (which I like). A feel-good love story.
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1,624 reviews22 followers
December 20, 2021
I enjoyed the story about Cat and Drew. I'm a little confused, though. I haven't read any other books in this series so maybe there's an explanation in another book. The blurb here on Goodreads talks about Robbie Brooks, not Drew Milton, but the name Robbie isn't mentioned anywhere in the story. The only reference that comes close is when Cat notices the initials RB on one of Drew's paintings. Back to Cat and Drew. They started out at odds with each other because Drew was bound and determined to make her hate him. She confronts him. They slowly get to know each other, and feelings develop. But he'll be leaving soon to return to his life in New York City and her job as his father's physical therapist will be ending soon so there's no way they could have a relationship. Or is there?
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1,332 reviews11 followers
March 12, 2016
A cute quick read. Didn't have to Hope Falls feeling I love so much!!
631 reviews
June 10, 2022
2.5 stars. I won't continue this series.
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2,231 reviews18 followers
September 12, 2018
Drew Milton left his home of January Cove after college graduation as his high school and college sweetheart, Kate, had cheated on him and married another man and lived in town. Now a few years later, his father fell off a ladder and his mother needs his help. Sh can’t take care of his father and run their ice cream store. He comes home to help. The family ends up hiring Cat Morgan from Whiskey Cove as his father’s physical therapist. She is beautiful, but Drew is stand offish at first. This was a sweet love story with a few misunderstandings and a lot of love. I enjoyed the book and encourage you to read it, I voluntarily read an Advanced Reader’s Copy of this book.
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1,442 reviews13 followers
November 5, 2018
Drew & Cat are drawn together despite their differences. Drew has been hurt in the past and is afraid to put himself on the line again. Cat is new in town & hoping to make January Cove home. Drew is determined to head back to New York. Can they find away to get together?

This was another sweet January Cove romance. It can be read as a stand alone since it is self-contained. I enjoyed the peek into the other January Cove inhabitants lives. The town has become as warm & comfortable as my home town & each insight is a joy. I love Uncle Joe!! His wit adds to the story for the brief time he’s a part of it & the interactions between him & Drew’s Dad are hilarious.
735 reviews6 followers
November 25, 2023
Cute book. Closed door. No spice, but a decent plot. This was a novella.
Drew left home after a heartbreak.
While living in NYC, he hasn't returned home in years despite what his mother wants. His cheating ex is there with her family.
When his father takes a fall, Drew is forced to come home and help with dad and the business.
Cat is looking for a job. New in town, she meets Uncle Joe. Uncle Joe calls her for an interview with his brother's family.
Drew, Clark, his dad, and Susan, his mom, are looking for someone for Clark. A good physical therapist .
When Drew and Cat meet is must at first sight.
Things developed, the past meets the present, and the rest is history.
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178 reviews25 followers
September 7, 2018
A Sweet Visit

Cat wanted something that challenged her knowledge, her ability to help people with I juries heLp. In her home town, there were not many opportunities cities for her to grow. Hence she came to Hope Falls where she accidentally fell into a job right awAy. However, there was more in store than what she was looking for. Read Hope Falls: Waiting For You by Rachel Hanna to find out more.
283 reviews2 followers
January 2, 2023
This was an entertaining book. Good story, Cat comes to January Cove looking for a job as a physical therapist. Clark, an alderly man, had a recent fall from a ladder and neecs an in home therapist. Drew, Clarks son is home fron New York to help his mom and dad. You can imahine the rest. It's a fun story and the characters are wonderful.
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170 reviews34 followers
February 16, 2023
Ah, romance at it's best always when reading Rachel Hanna's books, and Waiting For You is well worth reading! When Cat and Drew meet and the effect each has on the other makes their story very entertaining. Love reading this prequel to the January Cove series. Love all the characters, except one ex-girlfriend, portrayed in this storyline and looking forward to reading the rest of the series.
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8 reviews3 followers
August 2, 2024
This is the second work I’ve read written by Rachel Hanna.
These are the perfect stories if you want a short escape from your day!
I love happy endings and I had time to read this novella whereas I didn’t have time to get involved in a long book.
I will definitely be checking out more of her work
12 reviews
August 10, 2024
Short, easy read. A great distraction after a heavy book I had just finished. Sometimes a nice plot, an easy “beach read” is just the palate cleanser needed between those books that require such mental effort. I’m already looking to see which of her other books might be available when I next need some “me” time.
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659 reviews18 followers
November 29, 2024
This short love story was enjoyable, but I couldn’t help wishing it had been developed into a longer novel. The characters and plot had great potential, but the pacing felt a bit rushed, leaving me wanting more depth and detail. A good read overall, but it could have been even better with more time to fully explore the story.
2,293 reviews28 followers
September 11, 2018
Cat and Drew meet and sparks fly but..... Sometimes we think the grass was greener. Loved Cat. Drew's mom and dad were great. A really sweet romance with an ex up to no good and a misunderstanding that might stand in the way of their love. Great title and says it all.
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65 reviews1 follower
January 2, 2021
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This was my first novella by Rachel Hanna.
Very sweet read. Loved the characters especially Drew. A short story about young love in January Cove. I will read another book in the series.
1,600 reviews14 followers
June 7, 2021
He waited, but she did not

A lot of Godwinks. She loved yoga and physical therapy. He loved his job in New York. She was hired, but he objected. Seeing the real her made her real. Seeing him made her hear leap. Untimely she saw him with another woman
63 reviews
June 13, 2022
Life changing event

Drew was hurt badly by his ex girlfriend and wouldn't go home, then his dad fell and needed help so he went home to help,in the mean time Cat ended A job so dad hires Cat and they end up hooked on each other. Read to find out what happens.
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975 reviews8 followers
June 18, 2022
Drew returns to January Cove after many years away. He's haunted by memories of his childhood sweetheart Kate, who still lives there. Cat arrives in town and lands a job working for Drew's father. Sparks fly between the unlikely couple, then the past intrudes on their happiness.
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115 reviews1 follower
May 16, 2024
Now I will have to look into the Whiskey Ridge series -- I absolutely love Rachel Hanna's writing style -- you can't help but fall in love with the characters and 'see' the beauty of the scenery in each locale.
1,231 reviews
September 9, 2018
An entertaining love story about a young woman wanting a change in her life and the man she falls in love with. Very entertaining.
4 reviews
September 15, 2018
Rachel Hannah

Her books never disappoint me. I love this book. Actually hated that it ended. I am looking forward to whatever she writes next
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1,823 reviews13 followers
March 30, 2021
Cat and Drew

This was a good story, but I don’t know that I’d call it too clean...lots of innuendos and whatnot.
Also, the ending was very abrupt.
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1,261 reviews14 followers
May 6, 2021
I enjoyed this first taste of January Cove. I'm looking forward to reading more by this author.
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303 reviews15 followers
June 13, 2021
Swoon worthy

Such a great quick read that kept you on your toes waiting for Cat and Drew to finally get together.
989 reviews5 followers
February 10, 2022
Fantastic author

Thus is a very shirt story but wonderfully written. Read in one sitting. I have read a couple of her books. Very enjoyable v
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