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Logan Creek #3
Canadian Winter
A widowed single mom, a tattooed brewery owner, and a winter they will never forget.
After losing her husband, the last thing Mandy Adams wanted in her life was a man. Being welcomed into a tight-knit circle of friends, her plan was thrown to the wind in the form of a persistent and devastatingly handsome brewery owner. Caught between protecting her two children and giving into her desires, Mandy needs to decide if she can let her guard down and love again.
On the verge of expanding his brewery, Zach Richardson is living the dream. His days are filled with making beer and his nights with drinking it and hanging out with his friends. The last thing he’s looking for is love, especially in the form of an insta-family, but the addition of a certain redhead in his circle of friends will make him rethink everything he thought he wanted.
Torn between his workaholic lifestyle and a taste of family life he didn’t know he wanted, Zach needs to find a balance and prove to Mandy he can be the man her family needs.
Will he be able to convince her to be his forever Valentine, or will Mandy turn away at a second chance at true love?
After losing her husband, the last thing Mandy Adams wanted in her life was a man. Being welcomed into a tight-knit circle of friends, her plan was thrown to the wind in the form of a persistent and devastatingly handsome brewery owner. Caught between protecting her two children and giving into her desires, Mandy needs to decide if she can let her guard down and love again.
On the verge of expanding his brewery, Zach Richardson is living the dream. His days are filled with making beer and his nights with drinking it and hanging out with his friends. The last thing he’s looking for is love, especially in the form of an insta-family, but the addition of a certain redhead in his circle of friends will make him rethink everything he thought he wanted.
Torn between his workaholic lifestyle and a taste of family life he didn’t know he wanted, Zach needs to find a balance and prove to Mandy he can be the man her family needs.
Will he be able to convince her to be his forever Valentine, or will Mandy turn away at a second chance at true love?
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Published February 17, 2022
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April 9, 2022
The Cutest Little Family I've Seen In Long 🥹🥨
I started reading this book as part of a book club, MeetTheBookie, on Instagram. I started the book hoping for a fine story, because I mostly just detest the books that my previous book clubs have chosen, but not this one. It was so difficult to start with the third book in the series when my OCD kept reminding me I hadn’t read the first two, but I was a girl on a mission, and it was a deadline, in this case, which I was particularly not looking forward to missing.
Anyhow, when the story began, I liked Zach as the cool, ambitious guy, and even though I love dual POVs, I wanted more and more of Mandy’s as we went. I know the characters are fictional but the pain that Mandy felt reverberated deep in my bones as the book went through. Sure, everything makes me cry, but this book crossed the lines I ever lay for myself. I cried at the slightest mention of Matthew and the ugly thoughts of how depressing it must’ve been for Mandy to pass all these years without her husband, or even a companion by her side. Mandy is a strong woman and she doesn’t need a man, sure, but companionship is something that doesn’t emanate from and doesn’t cease at gender.
I was particularly glad about Zach’s character development. At first, he was the person I aspired to be, a workaholic who can dive headfirst into work for hours without any hopes of being back, but by the end of the book, he was my perfect prince charming.
The last scene with all four of them fixed a crack in my heart I wasn’t aware had been there in the first place, and the book made me feel whole, something I’d missed for a long time. I can’t wait to read the first two books in the series.
I started reading this book as part of a book club, MeetTheBookie, on Instagram. I started the book hoping for a fine story, because I mostly just detest the books that my previous book clubs have chosen, but not this one. It was so difficult to start with the third book in the series when my OCD kept reminding me I hadn’t read the first two, but I was a girl on a mission, and it was a deadline, in this case, which I was particularly not looking forward to missing.
Anyhow, when the story began, I liked Zach as the cool, ambitious guy, and even though I love dual POVs, I wanted more and more of Mandy’s as we went. I know the characters are fictional but the pain that Mandy felt reverberated deep in my bones as the book went through. Sure, everything makes me cry, but this book crossed the lines I ever lay for myself. I cried at the slightest mention of Matthew and the ugly thoughts of how depressing it must’ve been for Mandy to pass all these years without her husband, or even a companion by her side. Mandy is a strong woman and she doesn’t need a man, sure, but companionship is something that doesn’t emanate from and doesn’t cease at gender.
I was particularly glad about Zach’s character development. At first, he was the person I aspired to be, a workaholic who can dive headfirst into work for hours without any hopes of being back, but by the end of the book, he was my perfect prince charming.
The last scene with all four of them fixed a crack in my heart I wasn’t aware had been there in the first place, and the book made me feel whole, something I’d missed for a long time. I can’t wait to read the first two books in the series.
February 14, 2022
I received this book as an arc for an honest review
I loved this book but now I need to go back and read the ones who came before it.
Mandy had already experienced heartache once snd is not sure she wants to risk it again or hurt her kids.
Zack has been very independent. He has been working hard to grow his brewery but realizes something is missing.
The missing piece he finds with Mandy and her two kids.
Can Mandy let him all the way in? Can he learn to reprioritize what is important.
My favorite part about this book was Zach’s awful pick up lines and jokes but they made me laugh and brought a smile to my face
I loved this book but now I need to go back and read the ones who came before it.
Mandy had already experienced heartache once snd is not sure she wants to risk it again or hurt her kids.
Zack has been very independent. He has been working hard to grow his brewery but realizes something is missing.
The missing piece he finds with Mandy and her two kids.
Can Mandy let him all the way in? Can he learn to reprioritize what is important.
My favorite part about this book was Zach’s awful pick up lines and jokes but they made me laugh and brought a smile to my face
February 22, 2022
This was a super cute read. This book definitely gave me Hallmark movie vibes the whole time. Zach Richardson is a local brewery owner. Mandy Adams is a single mom of two kids. Zach and Mandy know each other from a mutual friends wedding. They got along, had fun, and seemed interested in each other, but they never took it past that night. Then Nick sees Mandy again and knows that he needs to see if there is something there between the two of them. Mandy is extremely hesitant. She lost her husband tragically 3 years ago and hasn't dated since. Mandy is worried about getting her heart broke again and protecting her kids as well. Finally Zach and Mandy decide to try the whole dating thing. There are some mistakes, tears, and doubts, but there are also some smiles, happiness and sparks as well. I really enjoyed reading about Mandy and Zach and watching their relationship progress.
June 14, 2022
This is such a sweet story about opening up after substantial loss. Kimberly did a wonderful job showing the push and pull of Mandy's worst fears but highest hopes. It was nice to see her grow throughout the book and really cling to a better future by the end.
Zach's jokes were super cheesy, but in a good way. I also really enjoyed how Mitch pushed him away from a life he was so used to toward the life he wanted so badly. You can see how he has a difficult time making the change, even though it's what he desperately wants. No one could have played Mitch better.
I always love the side conversations when the friends are around, too, especially the guys. They never hold back, and it's hilarious.
Great job, Kimberly!
Zach's jokes were super cheesy, but in a good way. I also really enjoyed how Mitch pushed him away from a life he was so used to toward the life he wanted so badly. You can see how he has a difficult time making the change, even though it's what he desperately wants. No one could have played Mitch better.
I always love the side conversations when the friends are around, too, especially the guys. They never hold back, and it's hilarious.
Great job, Kimberly!
February 28, 2022
Kimberly Ann is amazing at writing Hallmark swoony stories with the perfect amount of steam. If you love a single mom story check this one out.
Zach is a super swoony brewery owner who has issues with communicating and stepping away from work.
Mandy is a single mom who has lost her husband and is protective over both her own heart and her kids.
This was a wonderful read def recommend.
Zach is a super swoony brewery owner who has issues with communicating and stepping away from work.
Mandy is a single mom who has lost her husband and is protective over both her own heart and her kids.
This was a wonderful read def recommend.
February 25, 2022
Canadian Winter by Kimberly Ann
I love Kimberly Ann's books. They're so fluffy and cute that makes my heart flutters on every single page. She is definitely improving her writing and I'm thrilled with what this book became and utterly happy with the ending.
Mandy is a widow. She has been a single mother for about three years after her husband passed in a car accident and she hasn't dated ever since. She focus on her children and love Avery and Daniel to bits. Zach is a workaholic brewer that is seeing his dream coming true and finally expanding his business to a bigger area, but he can't take the pretty red head out of his mind.
Mandy is trying to protect her heart. She just can't take another heartbreak and she has her kids to protect too, but Zach is persistent. He wants to prove he's reliable and that he'll be there whenever she needs, but his work keep getting in the way.
The book is very well written. Kimberly pays attention to the detail, so we can always build the entire scene in our heads while reading. And another thing that I loved about the book is that the conflict comes from within the relationship. There's no outside drama. Everything is caused by their own personal lives, so everything is very relatable. Mandy wants to protect herself and her kids, Zach wants to grow his business... And they can't find a middle ground, because no one is ready to let go.
Another interesting thing is that the climax of the book was completely different from what I was expecting. I was hoping for over-the-top drama, but she gave me the perfect balance between drama and fluffy. It was much better than what I was expecting to have and I still can't get over it.
And I loved their chemistry. Zach has a unending collection of dad-jokes and Mandy has the perfect sense of humor to match his. Also... they're HOT! Zach gives us the perfect balance between rough and soft. *sighs* He's a swoon-worthy MMC.
So if you're looking for a sweet read with a bit of spice, this is book is perfect for you!
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I love Kimberly Ann's books. They're so fluffy and cute that makes my heart flutters on every single page. She is definitely improving her writing and I'm thrilled with what this book became and utterly happy with the ending.
Mandy is a widow. She has been a single mother for about three years after her husband passed in a car accident and she hasn't dated ever since. She focus on her children and love Avery and Daniel to bits. Zach is a workaholic brewer that is seeing his dream coming true and finally expanding his business to a bigger area, but he can't take the pretty red head out of his mind.
Mandy is trying to protect her heart. She just can't take another heartbreak and she has her kids to protect too, but Zach is persistent. He wants to prove he's reliable and that he'll be there whenever she needs, but his work keep getting in the way.
The book is very well written. Kimberly pays attention to the detail, so we can always build the entire scene in our heads while reading. And another thing that I loved about the book is that the conflict comes from within the relationship. There's no outside drama. Everything is caused by their own personal lives, so everything is very relatable. Mandy wants to protect herself and her kids, Zach wants to grow his business... And they can't find a middle ground, because no one is ready to let go.
Another interesting thing is that the climax of the book was completely different from what I was expecting. I was hoping for over-the-top drama, but she gave me the perfect balance between drama and fluffy. It was much better than what I was expecting to have and I still can't get over it.
And I loved their chemistry. Zach has a unending collection of dad-jokes and Mandy has the perfect sense of humor to match his. Also... they're HOT! Zach gives us the perfect balance between rough and soft. *sighs* He's a swoon-worthy MMC.
So if you're looking for a sweet read with a bit of spice, this is book is perfect for you!
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April 5, 2022
Zach Richardson thought he had it all: he's about to expand his microbrewery, he's just opened a successful tasting room, the bar is a success... so everything should feel great, right? Well, it's come to his attention (and to everyone else's in his life) that he basically "has no life". He's become married to his job. So when he gets paired yup with a lovely red-haired bridesmaid at his friends' wedding, he starts feeling like she, and her two adorable children, have the exact shape of that hole in heart.
Mandy Adams has no room for romance in her life. After losing her husband three years ago, she now barely has time for her kids and her job. So, when the long-haired, tatted brewery owner seems to take residence in her thoughts, she doesn't know what to do with it. Will Mandy be able to give Zach a chance?
Book 3 in the Logan Creek series, but definitely a standalone, this was a delightful read! Zach is prime boyfriend material! He's obviously dealing with his responsibilities as a brewery owner and having to come to terms that he really really wants "an instant family". He has a little bit of trouble navigating those waters, but that big heart of his definitely gets the girl.. and the kids.
Mandy's doubts and resistance are completely understandable and relatable. After all, she has just taken her kids through the journey of losing a father and bringing a new man into her life can be daunting. She's also having to deal with feelings of "betraying" Michael, which is also completely understandable as he was her first and only love.
It was a sweet but oh so spicy read! It has the good old small town charm (and I loved that it is a CANADIAN small town, which I appreciate, because mostly all Canadian writers I have read so far have set their books in the US). I loved how they all wear "toques"! <3
Highly recommend!
PT: dealing with loss and grief
Mandy Adams has no room for romance in her life. After losing her husband three years ago, she now barely has time for her kids and her job. So, when the long-haired, tatted brewery owner seems to take residence in her thoughts, she doesn't know what to do with it. Will Mandy be able to give Zach a chance?
Book 3 in the Logan Creek series, but definitely a standalone, this was a delightful read! Zach is prime boyfriend material! He's obviously dealing with his responsibilities as a brewery owner and having to come to terms that he really really wants "an instant family". He has a little bit of trouble navigating those waters, but that big heart of his definitely gets the girl.. and the kids.
Mandy's doubts and resistance are completely understandable and relatable. After all, she has just taken her kids through the journey of losing a father and bringing a new man into her life can be daunting. She's also having to deal with feelings of "betraying" Michael, which is also completely understandable as he was her first and only love.
It was a sweet but oh so spicy read! It has the good old small town charm (and I loved that it is a CANADIAN small town, which I appreciate, because mostly all Canadian writers I have read so far have set their books in the US). I loved how they all wear "toques"! <3
Highly recommend!
PT: dealing with loss and grief
February 17, 2022
In this story, we follow Mandy, a widow and mother of two, and Zach, a local brewery owner. We’ve met them in the last two books (Canadian Summer and Canadian Fall), but only seen little glimpses. It’s been two years since her late husband passed, and dating has been the furthest thing from her mind — until she meets Zach, a dad-joke-making, heavily-tattooed baddy-on-the-outside with a heart of gold. He turns her world upside down and opens her up to a world of possibilities. Including a passionate future with someone who turns her insides to mush. Unfortunately, no love story is easy. Complications stand in the way in the shape of old hurts and traumas — and Zach’s obsession with growing his business leads him into making mistakes that could cost him everything.
Unlike the first two books, Mandy and Zach did not meet on that fated camping trip (though, Zach was there, as it turns out, cooking for everyone). The “formula” for Canadian Winter is a bit different — this is no second-chance romance. This is something new. Exciting. Terrifying.
Kimberly Ann masterfully crafts a love story not so unlike what we might experience in the real world. We get to watch Mandy reconcile the newness of her relationship with Zach with the love she still holds for her late husband. We get to see her heal and become comfortable in her own skin. We get to take a journey with Zach as he learns what it means to be selfless — to make his life about more than just himself and his blossoming business. We get to see him find a way to have it all, pursuing every passion.
Needless to say, I loved this book. It was a bit of a departure from the two books that came before, but I’m far from complaining! There was a raw realness to these characters that left me wanting for more.
The book was an absolute page-turner. I cannot recommend the Logan Creek Series more to those who enjoy small-town contemporary romance.
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Unlike the first two books, Mandy and Zach did not meet on that fated camping trip (though, Zach was there, as it turns out, cooking for everyone). The “formula” for Canadian Winter is a bit different — this is no second-chance romance. This is something new. Exciting. Terrifying.
Kimberly Ann masterfully crafts a love story not so unlike what we might experience in the real world. We get to watch Mandy reconcile the newness of her relationship with Zach with the love she still holds for her late husband. We get to see her heal and become comfortable in her own skin. We get to take a journey with Zach as he learns what it means to be selfless — to make his life about more than just himself and his blossoming business. We get to see him find a way to have it all, pursuing every passion.
Needless to say, I loved this book. It was a bit of a departure from the two books that came before, but I’m far from complaining! There was a raw realness to these characters that left me wanting for more.
The book was an absolute page-turner. I cannot recommend the Logan Creek Series more to those who enjoy small-town contemporary romance.
If you enjoyed this review and would like to read more like it, check out my blog: https://ivywhitaker.com/blog/
February 23, 2022
4.5/5
Spoilers ahead
Canadian Winter is the third installment in the Logan Creek series. While it seems you do not HAVE to read the other books, Canadian Summer and Canadian Fall, if you want the full picture it is advisable as characters are interspersed throughout so to have their backgrounds beforehand is good.
Now onto Canadian Winter.
There will be mild spoilers.
Ya'll this was f-u-cking cute! It was a quick easy read, and it was adorable to boot.
At first Zach got on my nerves, he calls Mandy angel (this is a me issue, I am not big on pet names) but once he explained why... ugh I fell my heart grow three sizes.
Avery and Daniel, Mandy's children, are the cutest kids I've read about. They reminded me of my own children. I could have read chapter after chapter of Zach and the kids and their games. Also there is a part where Mandy calls her daughter bug, and that's my oldest's nickname 😍
Chapter Twenty-six... just... ripped me apart. Poor Daniel, I cried thinking about my own son and seeing the disappointment when he finds out his dad has to go to work instead of reading a book with him.
The epilogue with Zach Avery and Daniel actually made me cry 🖤
I don't know where to put this because talking about kids, and then jumping to how kids are made seems weird. But now that I've called it out it's there.
The spice in this didn't hold back! It was flipping hot. Their first night where Zach wanted things to be all about Mandy 🥵🥵. Are all the Logan Creek books like this? I hope so because I want them all.
I recommend this to anyone who likes spice with their romance, cute quick reads, and all things Canadian.
Spoilers ahead
Canadian Winter is the third installment in the Logan Creek series. While it seems you do not HAVE to read the other books, Canadian Summer and Canadian Fall, if you want the full picture it is advisable as characters are interspersed throughout so to have their backgrounds beforehand is good.
Now onto Canadian Winter.
There will be mild spoilers.
Ya'll this was f-u-cking cute! It was a quick easy read, and it was adorable to boot.
At first Zach got on my nerves, he calls Mandy angel (this is a me issue, I am not big on pet names) but once he explained why... ugh I fell my heart grow three sizes.
Avery and Daniel, Mandy's children, are the cutest kids I've read about. They reminded me of my own children. I could have read chapter after chapter of Zach and the kids and their games. Also there is a part where Mandy calls her daughter bug, and that's my oldest's nickname 😍
Chapter Twenty-six... just... ripped me apart. Poor Daniel, I cried thinking about my own son and seeing the disappointment when he finds out his dad has to go to work instead of reading a book with him.
The epilogue with Zach Avery and Daniel actually made me cry 🖤
I don't know where to put this because talking about kids, and then jumping to how kids are made seems weird. But now that I've called it out it's there.
The spice in this didn't hold back! It was flipping hot. Their first night where Zach wanted things to be all about Mandy 🥵🥵. Are all the Logan Creek books like this? I hope so because I want them all.
I recommend this to anyone who likes spice with their romance, cute quick reads, and all things Canadian.
February 24, 2022
A nice friendship to lover’s romance. It was easy to read and had quite a bit of steamy scenes. I loved the quirky pick-up lines and how the author incorporated spot-on real-life struggles on single parenting and work-life balance.
However, I was disappointed with Zach’s apology. It felt rushed. I was not expecting Mandy to be so accepting so quickly. But love is love. The effort for change was visible.
Summary
Zack Richardson dreamt of owning his own Brewery in the small town of Logan Creek. Being caught up in the dream and success of his business, he realizes he’s become someone he never wanted to be - A man married to his work. With that in mind he attempts to create balance in his professional and personal life.
Mandy Adams manages the local bank, her kids school schedules and extra-curricular activities, and has no time for anything else. But when the handsome and persistent brewery owner that she has a small crush on asks her on a date, she can’t help but say yes. Unfortunately, the first date doesn’t happen. After giving the matter a lot of thought, she gives him a second chance.
With their crazy work and life schedules, Mandy and Zach don’t see each other often. But they make it a point to talk, text, go on short lunch dates, and attend the important events. But when work takes priority over promises, their relationship faulters. Being a man of action, Zack knows he can’t just apologize and expect Mandy to forgive him so easily. So, he takes the next step at securing his happiness and gets his family back.
I received this as an ARC from RMWBooks for an honest review
However, I was disappointed with Zach’s apology. It felt rushed. I was not expecting Mandy to be so accepting so quickly. But love is love. The effort for change was visible.
Summary
Zack Richardson dreamt of owning his own Brewery in the small town of Logan Creek. Being caught up in the dream and success of his business, he realizes he’s become someone he never wanted to be - A man married to his work. With that in mind he attempts to create balance in his professional and personal life.
Mandy Adams manages the local bank, her kids school schedules and extra-curricular activities, and has no time for anything else. But when the handsome and persistent brewery owner that she has a small crush on asks her on a date, she can’t help but say yes. Unfortunately, the first date doesn’t happen. After giving the matter a lot of thought, she gives him a second chance.
With their crazy work and life schedules, Mandy and Zach don’t see each other often. But they make it a point to talk, text, go on short lunch dates, and attend the important events. But when work takes priority over promises, their relationship faulters. Being a man of action, Zack knows he can’t just apologize and expect Mandy to forgive him so easily. So, he takes the next step at securing his happiness and gets his family back.
I received this as an ARC from RMWBooks for an honest review
February 15, 2022
Canadian Winter is the third book in the Logan Creek series, following the story of Mandy-a widowed single mom with two kids and Zach- a brewer owner in a small town.
I really love Mandy's character, she can be sweet and then turn into a fierce mama bear in an instant!
I can relate to her concern about opening her heart to Zach. There are so many factors to consider like her kids and whether her heart is ready to begin a relationship again. But, most of all I really love her kids, Avery and Daniel-they're so adorable!
Zach is a sweet person to Mandy and her kids. He didn't just show his love to Mandy but he also wanted her entire family to be his to love and take care for. He's very persistent in pursuing Mandy which I give a two thumbs up for his effort to reassure her!
I love how their relationship progress, there's time for them to develop their feelings and to be sure with one another. It didn't feel like an instant love because I've already known about the two of them spending some time together from the previous book.
Overall, this is a sweet and simple winter romance story with a bit of a spic! A good small town setting with wonderful characters to follow will make this book unputdownable!
I'm looking forward to read more books from Kimberly Ann!!
***Book kindly provided by the author in exchange for an honest review. ***
I really love Mandy's character, she can be sweet and then turn into a fierce mama bear in an instant!
I can relate to her concern about opening her heart to Zach. There are so many factors to consider like her kids and whether her heart is ready to begin a relationship again. But, most of all I really love her kids, Avery and Daniel-they're so adorable!
Zach is a sweet person to Mandy and her kids. He didn't just show his love to Mandy but he also wanted her entire family to be his to love and take care for. He's very persistent in pursuing Mandy which I give a two thumbs up for his effort to reassure her!
I love how their relationship progress, there's time for them to develop their feelings and to be sure with one another. It didn't feel like an instant love because I've already known about the two of them spending some time together from the previous book.
Overall, this is a sweet and simple winter romance story with a bit of a spic! A good small town setting with wonderful characters to follow will make this book unputdownable!
I'm looking forward to read more books from Kimberly Ann!!
***Book kindly provided by the author in exchange for an honest review. ***
February 23, 2022
Canadian Winter by Kimberly Ann is the third book in the Logan Creek series and it’s the Logan Creek, and it’s the story of Mandy and Zach's story and it is a sweet romance that is a must-read.
The small town scenario fits perfectly with the vibe of the story. The widower Mandy is the epitome of a single mom working to provide her two children with a stable environment. Because of the kids she's wary about letting people into her life. She tries to balance her responsibilities and her newly formed relationship with Zach. I understood why she was so sceptic about starting a relationship with Zach, I found myself wanting her to loosen up a little. Zach is smart, sexy, successful, and adores her children, but what made me love Zach was the little things he does for Mandy and her kids, he is wonderfully sweet and romantic boyfriend I loved his corny jokes and beer names. I love how he hung in there with Mandy when most men would have probably walked away after being shut down several times. However he has to learn to learn how to balance his life and prioritize Mandy and her children.
Mandy's kids were adorable and Zach’s persistence in pursuing Mandy and making it work with her made me root for him to get his girl in the end. I can't wait to see what Kimberly Ann has in store for the next Logan Creek book.
If you're into funny small town romances , single parent trope this book is definitely a must read!
I received this book as an arc for an honest review
The small town scenario fits perfectly with the vibe of the story. The widower Mandy is the epitome of a single mom working to provide her two children with a stable environment. Because of the kids she's wary about letting people into her life. She tries to balance her responsibilities and her newly formed relationship with Zach. I understood why she was so sceptic about starting a relationship with Zach, I found myself wanting her to loosen up a little. Zach is smart, sexy, successful, and adores her children, but what made me love Zach was the little things he does for Mandy and her kids, he is wonderfully sweet and romantic boyfriend I loved his corny jokes and beer names. I love how he hung in there with Mandy when most men would have probably walked away after being shut down several times. However he has to learn to learn how to balance his life and prioritize Mandy and her children.
Mandy's kids were adorable and Zach’s persistence in pursuing Mandy and making it work with her made me root for him to get his girl in the end. I can't wait to see what Kimberly Ann has in store for the next Logan Creek book.
If you're into funny small town romances , single parent trope this book is definitely a must read!
I received this book as an arc for an honest review
March 3, 2022
Synopsis- A widowed single mom, a tattooed brewery owner, and a winter they will never forget.
After losing her husband, the last thing Mandy Adams wanted in her life was a man. Being welcomed into a tight-knit circle of friends, her plan was thrown to the wind in the form of a persistent and devastatingly handsome brewery owner. Caught between protecting her two children and giving into her desires, Mandy needs to decide if she can let her guard down and love again.
On the verge of expanding his brewery, Zach Richardson is living the dream. His days are filled with making beer and his nights with drinking it and hanging out with his friends. The last thing he’s looking for is love, especially in the form of an insta-family, but the addition of a certain redhead in his circle of friends will make him rethink everything he thought he wanted.
Torn between his workaholic lifestyle and a taste of family life he didn’t know he wanted, Zach needs to find a balance and prove to Mandy he can be the man her family needs.
Will he be able to convince her to be his forever Valentine, or will Mandy turn away at a second chance at a true love?
Review 📖
First of all is this will be the last book from the Logan Creek series? Because in each series the characters are becoming more powerful and it feels like I’m watching a movie or something?!
Loved. Loved. Loved this series. This book is the third and most probably the final one. I’m already missing Zach and Mandy. The author really knows how to write a romantic novel. The storyline is as addicting as the #CanadianSummer and #CanadianFall
Losing someone that close makes a person question whether to give love a second chance and that what happened with Mandy. Zach, on the other hand is tough, wild, sexy, successful and smart. He continued to prove himself for Mandy. She is fierce, protective mama bear. I absolutely love the bond between Zach and her children Avery and Daniel. In short, they’re made for each other. I also loved the side characters from all her previous books which made this one more realistic. That friendship is to die for.
⛔️ No trigger warning just a bit emotional read (at least for me)
✅ Beautifully written.
✅ Fast paced.
✅ Hooked from the beginning.
Read/reviewed voluntarily, opinions expressed here are unbiased and entirely my own. If you haven’t read any of this book I highly recommend it please do read this Logan Creek series.
Huge thank you to @amyd_apa @rmwbooks for the ARC and for understanding.
After losing her husband, the last thing Mandy Adams wanted in her life was a man. Being welcomed into a tight-knit circle of friends, her plan was thrown to the wind in the form of a persistent and devastatingly handsome brewery owner. Caught between protecting her two children and giving into her desires, Mandy needs to decide if she can let her guard down and love again.
On the verge of expanding his brewery, Zach Richardson is living the dream. His days are filled with making beer and his nights with drinking it and hanging out with his friends. The last thing he’s looking for is love, especially in the form of an insta-family, but the addition of a certain redhead in his circle of friends will make him rethink everything he thought he wanted.
Torn between his workaholic lifestyle and a taste of family life he didn’t know he wanted, Zach needs to find a balance and prove to Mandy he can be the man her family needs.
Will he be able to convince her to be his forever Valentine, or will Mandy turn away at a second chance at a true love?
Review 📖
First of all is this will be the last book from the Logan Creek series? Because in each series the characters are becoming more powerful and it feels like I’m watching a movie or something?!
Loved. Loved. Loved this series. This book is the third and most probably the final one. I’m already missing Zach and Mandy. The author really knows how to write a romantic novel. The storyline is as addicting as the #CanadianSummer and #CanadianFall
Losing someone that close makes a person question whether to give love a second chance and that what happened with Mandy. Zach, on the other hand is tough, wild, sexy, successful and smart. He continued to prove himself for Mandy. She is fierce, protective mama bear. I absolutely love the bond between Zach and her children Avery and Daniel. In short, they’re made for each other. I also loved the side characters from all her previous books which made this one more realistic. That friendship is to die for.
⛔️ No trigger warning just a bit emotional read (at least for me)
✅ Beautifully written.
✅ Fast paced.
✅ Hooked from the beginning.
Read/reviewed voluntarily, opinions expressed here are unbiased and entirely my own. If you haven’t read any of this book I highly recommend it please do read this Logan Creek series.
Huge thank you to @amyd_apa @rmwbooks for the ARC and for understanding.
February 11, 2022
Canadian Winter is Mandy and Zach’s story and I just love how their relationship unfolds. Mandy is a single parent and fierce Mamma Bear. She needs to find a way to balance her life with her children and a potential relationship with Zach. Zach finally realizes how much is missing in his personal life due to all the hours he puts in at his brewery. Is he willing to let go some of the responsibilities so he can build a permanent relationship with Mandy and her children?
After Zach breaks a promise to her son, Mandy decides now is not the time for a new relationship. Zach comes to the realization that he will need to pull out all the romantic gestures to prove he is fully committed to their relationship. Stolen kisses and romantic getaways will have you cheering for a happily ever after.
What I loved most about this book was how we get to see how a new relationship affects an entire family, not just the main characters. Mandy’s children provide comic relief when needed and are just as invested in this budding relationship as their mother. Mandy’s parents are more than willing to help babysitting duties. It was nice to see friends and family rally around Mandy and Zach.
Canadian Winter is the third book in the Logan Creek series, and it is my favorite one! If you have not read the others in the series do not worry, this can be read as a standalone. But really, why wouldn’t you read all of them??
Thank you to @amyd_apa @rmwbooks and @kimberlyannbooks for an arc. All thoughts and opinions are my own.
After Zach breaks a promise to her son, Mandy decides now is not the time for a new relationship. Zach comes to the realization that he will need to pull out all the romantic gestures to prove he is fully committed to their relationship. Stolen kisses and romantic getaways will have you cheering for a happily ever after.
What I loved most about this book was how we get to see how a new relationship affects an entire family, not just the main characters. Mandy’s children provide comic relief when needed and are just as invested in this budding relationship as their mother. Mandy’s parents are more than willing to help babysitting duties. It was nice to see friends and family rally around Mandy and Zach.
Canadian Winter is the third book in the Logan Creek series, and it is my favorite one! If you have not read the others in the series do not worry, this can be read as a standalone. But really, why wouldn’t you read all of them??
Thank you to @amyd_apa @rmwbooks and @kimberlyannbooks for an arc. All thoughts and opinions are my own.
February 17, 2022
Loved this winter love story
Zach Richardson is consumed by his job. He opened his own brewery in Logan Creek and the business is blooming, which is great but he doesn’t make time for anything else until Maddy Adams comes around. She’s a widow with two kids, just going through the motions. They are part of the same group of friends and there’s a pull between them, will they be strong enough to give themselves a chance? He needs to live beyond his work and she needs to feel loved again.
This is book 3 in the Logan Creek series. Mandy has so many mixed feelings, letting go of her past, trusting Zach to give her and her kids the time and the attention they deserve. And Zach needs to realize there’s so much more to life besides work.
These two are so good together. He has the cheesiest pick up lines but she loves them! He’s great with Mandy’s kids, they work great as a family. I enjoyed it seeing them give in to their emotions, trying to make things work. The winter setting was beautiful and Zach planned very romantic dates. It’s a great book and I recommend it.
Zach Richardson is consumed by his job. He opened his own brewery in Logan Creek and the business is blooming, which is great but he doesn’t make time for anything else until Maddy Adams comes around. She’s a widow with two kids, just going through the motions. They are part of the same group of friends and there’s a pull between them, will they be strong enough to give themselves a chance? He needs to live beyond his work and she needs to feel loved again.
This is book 3 in the Logan Creek series. Mandy has so many mixed feelings, letting go of her past, trusting Zach to give her and her kids the time and the attention they deserve. And Zach needs to realize there’s so much more to life besides work.
These two are so good together. He has the cheesiest pick up lines but she loves them! He’s great with Mandy’s kids, they work great as a family. I enjoyed it seeing them give in to their emotions, trying to make things work. The winter setting was beautiful and Zach planned very romantic dates. It’s a great book and I recommend it.
February 22, 2022
This is the first book I have read of Kimberly Ann’s. I’m a huge fan of single parent romance stories and this one did not disappoint. One of the reasons I was really pulled in is that I know of and have visited/lived in the cities mentioned within. This connection made me feel closer to the story and the characters.
Mandy, widowed and with two young children, lives in the small town of Logan Creek. Great job, supportive friends, but hesitant to get back into the dating game. There is still an underlying fear of losing another partner, which is completely understandable. Mandy puts her kids first and is such a protective mama bear that maybe there isn't room for a new male figure.
Bring in Zach; hard-working, handsome, and full of dad jokes! He is willing to work to have her but learning about the balance of working and having children in your life can be hard.
“Why do you call me that?”
“Angel? Because you could only be a gift from heaven.” He gave her a smile and a wink.
*Swoon* Can Zach be my new book boyfriend?
I’m going to catch up on the previous books because I love this little community and want to read more about them.
Mandy, widowed and with two young children, lives in the small town of Logan Creek. Great job, supportive friends, but hesitant to get back into the dating game. There is still an underlying fear of losing another partner, which is completely understandable. Mandy puts her kids first and is such a protective mama bear that maybe there isn't room for a new male figure.
Bring in Zach; hard-working, handsome, and full of dad jokes! He is willing to work to have her but learning about the balance of working and having children in your life can be hard.
“Why do you call me that?”
“Angel? Because you could only be a gift from heaven.” He gave her a smile and a wink.
*Swoon* Can Zach be my new book boyfriend?
I’m going to catch up on the previous books because I love this little community and want to read more about them.
April 4, 2022
“𝙔𝙤𝙪 𝙙𝙞𝙙𝙣’𝙩 𝙝𝙖𝙫𝙚 𝙩𝙤 …”
“𝙄 𝙬𝙖𝙣𝙩𝙚𝙙 𝙩𝙤.”
Zach Richardson is too busy trying to expand and succeed in his start up brewery business in Logan Creek. Does he have time to woo Mandy? Mandy Adams is too busy being the local bank manager and adjusting to single motherhood after being widowed three years ago. Does she really have time to date?
Zach and Mandy are two likeable people who are attracted to one another. Mandy definitely has the greater reservations of the two, and despite repeatedly telling Zach that he doesn’t have to go out of his way for her sake (she actually uses the exact quote eight separate times, LOL!) she accepts a fair bit of grovelling on his part. At times, it seems she demands more of him than she is willing to give of herself. But, Zach is decidedly smitten from beginning to end.
Readers who appreciate a Harlequin-type romance will enjoy the low angst, high focus on the main couple. Two rambunctious kids and a small town full of nosy friends provide additional entertainment.
“𝙄 𝙬𝙖𝙣𝙩𝙚𝙙 𝙩𝙤.”
Zach Richardson is too busy trying to expand and succeed in his start up brewery business in Logan Creek. Does he have time to woo Mandy? Mandy Adams is too busy being the local bank manager and adjusting to single motherhood after being widowed three years ago. Does she really have time to date?
Zach and Mandy are two likeable people who are attracted to one another. Mandy definitely has the greater reservations of the two, and despite repeatedly telling Zach that he doesn’t have to go out of his way for her sake (she actually uses the exact quote eight separate times, LOL!) she accepts a fair bit of grovelling on his part. At times, it seems she demands more of him than she is willing to give of herself. But, Zach is decidedly smitten from beginning to end.
Readers who appreciate a Harlequin-type romance will enjoy the low angst, high focus on the main couple. Two rambunctious kids and a small town full of nosy friends provide additional entertainment.
February 16, 2022
This was a nice small-town romance with relatively low angst. I thought the whole age gap thing was overblown (and maybe that was the point?) because two years is nothing. Mandy was ok, but I didn't see why Zach was so enamoured with her. The impression that I was left with at the end of the book was how lopsided their developing relationship was and that Zach was in an almost constant state of wooing when it came to Mandy. Something would happen and Zach would take the blame (whether he was actively at fault or it was just circumstances) and then he would make an over-the-top gesture in apology. I mean, I don't even want to know how much Chapter 14 cost him (and Mandy just let him pay for it, about which I have mixed feelings). On the other hand, I don't really remember Mandy doing anything extraordinary to show Zach how much she cares.
In terms of description, clothes were described as hugging or being molded to various body parts multiple times. It became repetitive.
I received an ARC and am voluntarily leaving an honest review.
In terms of description, clothes were described as hugging or being molded to various body parts multiple times. It became repetitive.
I received an ARC and am voluntarily leaving an honest review.
February 19, 2022
Wow! This series just keeps getting better and better. Kimberly Ann knows how to write a romance that will captive your heart and have you fanning yourself at the same time. I have thoroughly enjoyed each book she writes. While my heart hurt for Mandy's loss of her husband, and I understood why she was so skeptic about starting a relationship with Zach, I found myself wanting her to loosen up a little. Zach went through some hoops to prove his self to her. Yes, Zach had alot of great qualities. He's smart, sexy, successful, and adores her children, but what made me love Zach was the little things he does. I loved his corny jokes and beer names. I love how he hung in there with Mandy when most men would have probably walked away after being shut down several times. Sometimes I felt like Mandy over reacted some, but it was refreshing when she even admits that herself. I can't wait to see what Kimberly Ann has in store for the next Logan Creek book.
February 21, 2022
I absolutely adored this book. I am usually a sucker for single dad books because I love the interaction between father and child. Even though this was technically a single mom story, watching Zach with Daniel and Avery was one of the sweetest things. I loved the dynamic between Zach and Mandy. They fit so well together. I loved how Zach knew exactly when Mandy needed to be pulled out of her own thoughts and did it with a joke. They were TERRIBLE! Which is what made them so great. His beer names were also fabulous! I loved that Mandy was a fierce mama bear and did everything should could to protect her kids, even from further heartbreak. I loved the cameos of characters from her previous books. Their friendship really is something to strive for. If you haven’t read these books I highly suggest starting at the beginning and reading through. But Zach and Mandy are definitely my favorites at the moment.
May 22, 2022
Canadian Winterl, by Kimberly Ann
Logan Creek #3
Steamy Romance- 323 pages
Canadian Winter is book 3 in the Logan Creek series. This novel coincides with Books 1 & 2. This time following Mandy and Zach who we meet in them.
This book is full of passion and steam. Mandy, a widow with two small children hasn't dated or been with a man in the three years since the car accident that took her husband. Zach has spent every waking hour building his brewery and working to expand it as well. They have spent time together and both want to date but neither have time. This book focuses on how they grow together.
The intensity of Zach radiates off the pages and Mandy's fear does also. I absolutely love how this book makes me feel for not just the MCs but also the children. I sped through this book in mere hours. I want to go to Logan Creek and live!!
Kimberly Ann is proving to be a star in the romance genre. Sexy small town men with hearts of gold and a dirty side will always be a win for me!
Recommended ages 18+
Rating 5 of 5 Stars
Logan Creek #3
Steamy Romance- 323 pages
Canadian Winter is book 3 in the Logan Creek series. This novel coincides with Books 1 & 2. This time following Mandy and Zach who we meet in them.
This book is full of passion and steam. Mandy, a widow with two small children hasn't dated or been with a man in the three years since the car accident that took her husband. Zach has spent every waking hour building his brewery and working to expand it as well. They have spent time together and both want to date but neither have time. This book focuses on how they grow together.
The intensity of Zach radiates off the pages and Mandy's fear does also. I absolutely love how this book makes me feel for not just the MCs but also the children. I sped through this book in mere hours. I want to go to Logan Creek and live!!
Kimberly Ann is proving to be a star in the romance genre. Sexy small town men with hearts of gold and a dirty side will always be a win for me!
Recommended ages 18+
Rating 5 of 5 Stars
March 14, 2022
Adorable
I absolutely adored this book. I love how the author captures real life without being mundane. It's a real art to make real life spectacular without slinging everything and the kitchen sink at it, but this author grasps your attention with the genius of her characters. They are so genuine, so real, that you can imagine sharing a cake and coffee or a pint of beer with them. The emotions each one goes through are empathic and true. You can't help but want the best for them and pray they get the ending they deserve and with two cute kids in the mix, it's a winner. Mandy is a strong independent woman, and she never loses that strength, but she knows she needs more and that comes in the shape of Zach, who you can't help but love, even when he's being an idiot. And his jokes just keep the drama light and add another layer.
I absolutely adored this book. I love how the author captures real life without being mundane. It's a real art to make real life spectacular without slinging everything and the kitchen sink at it, but this author grasps your attention with the genius of her characters. They are so genuine, so real, that you can imagine sharing a cake and coffee or a pint of beer with them. The emotions each one goes through are empathic and true. You can't help but want the best for them and pray they get the ending they deserve and with two cute kids in the mix, it's a winner. Mandy is a strong independent woman, and she never loses that strength, but she knows she needs more and that comes in the shape of Zach, who you can't help but love, even when he's being an idiot. And his jokes just keep the drama light and add another layer.
February 17, 2022
This is the third book in the Logan Creek series. I've been lucky enough to be an ARC reader on both this book and Canadian Fall and I really like this series. The small town scenario fits perfectly with the vibe of the story. The widower Mandy is the epitome of a single mom working to provide her two children with a stable environment. Because of the kids she's wary about letting people into her life, but when local beer brewer and workaholic Zach breezes in with his cheesy pickup lines and hilarious dad jokes her world is no longer as stable.
The jokes, pickup lines and the kids being kids made me laugh out loud on multiple occasions and the steam is amazing.
If you're into funny small town romances this book is definitely a must read!
The jokes, pickup lines and the kids being kids made me laugh out loud on multiple occasions and the steam is amazing.
If you're into funny small town romances this book is definitely a must read!
February 18, 2022
Hoppily ever after! 💞
Zach and Mandy struggle with the effort to balance work & family needs in their new relationship. Mandy, widowed with two young children, is fearful of taking a chance on love and losing it for a second time. While Zach has yet to let go of his perfectionism in his brewery business. What a pair!! I smiled at the crazy names of Zach's beers, laughed out loud at his silly jokes, and got teary when his lack of putting the kids & Mandy as his priority caused her to shut down. Well, this IS a romance, so you know there's a happy ending... And it's fabulous. Heartwarming. Highly recommended!!
Zach and Mandy struggle with the effort to balance work & family needs in their new relationship. Mandy, widowed with two young children, is fearful of taking a chance on love and losing it for a second time. While Zach has yet to let go of his perfectionism in his brewery business. What a pair!! I smiled at the crazy names of Zach's beers, laughed out loud at his silly jokes, and got teary when his lack of putting the kids & Mandy as his priority caused her to shut down. Well, this IS a romance, so you know there's a happy ending... And it's fabulous. Heartwarming. Highly recommended!!
February 21, 2022
I've loved the Logan Creek Series and characters since I read the very first book. I also happen to have a soft spot of single parent romances, so this was the perfect light-hearted Valentine's weekend read for me! Mandy is hesitant to get into a relationship several years after the heart wrenching loss of her husband. She's especially hesitant to set herself and her kids up for disappointment. But Zach, despite being a workaholic, starts to see a future for himself beyond his brewery and has to learn how to step back from his job if he truly wants to build a relationship. If you love small town romances, you’ll love this book. It’s full of cozy winter vibes and plenty of steam to keep you warm. A perfect addition to the Logan Creek Series.
February 25, 2022
Canadian Winter is book 3 of the Logan Creek series. Having not read the other two books, I feel I was able to jump right in without any confusion.
Mandy is a sweet but fierce mama bear. I could totally relate to her in that aspect. Zach is such a good guy, and made the constant effort to show Mandy that she was important to him. I really enjoyed watching their relationship progress, as well as Zach's relationship with her kids Avery and Daniel. His dad jokes were super cheesy! This book could totally become a Hallmark movie with all the cuteness.
Overall, I really enjoyed it and look forward to reading more from this author.
Due to a few steamy parts, I'd recommend this to anyone 18 and older!
Thanks to the author for gifting me an e-copy of this book in exchange for my honest review.
Mandy is a sweet but fierce mama bear. I could totally relate to her in that aspect. Zach is such a good guy, and made the constant effort to show Mandy that she was important to him. I really enjoyed watching their relationship progress, as well as Zach's relationship with her kids Avery and Daniel. His dad jokes were super cheesy! This book could totally become a Hallmark movie with all the cuteness.
Overall, I really enjoyed it and look forward to reading more from this author.
Due to a few steamy parts, I'd recommend this to anyone 18 and older!
Thanks to the author for gifting me an e-copy of this book in exchange for my honest review.
March 16, 2022
My Rate: ⭐⭐ 2/5 (This may sound harsh, but my rate is based on the quality of writing. This book was written in the third person, which made it harder and more confusing to read, being that 99,9% of the books I read are first-person (but that is just a personal preference). Also, I don’t know how else to describe this, if not by saying that it was stiff. I didn’t see much depth or emotion. And the plot was a bit weak for me. The major conflict was not major enough, in my opinion.
It made me sad, because this book had a lot of my favorite tropes, but it just didn’t live up to my expectations.)
Equality rate: ⭐⭐⭐ 3/5 (It is honestly neutral. I like the widow point of view, I always like books like that. However, it was just not deep enough for me and I didn’t enjoy reading it much.)
Adjectives and general thoughts: Had a good premise, but the execution wasn’t good enough.
It made me sad, because this book had a lot of my favorite tropes, but it just didn’t live up to my expectations.)
Equality rate: ⭐⭐⭐ 3/5 (It is honestly neutral. I like the widow point of view, I always like books like that. However, it was just not deep enough for me and I didn’t enjoy reading it much.)
Adjectives and general thoughts: Had a good premise, but the execution wasn’t good enough.
June 17, 2022
Logan Creek is definitely one of my favorite series
A little Age Gap/Single Mom are one of my favorite tropes. Kimberly is giving me all what I love with her serie Logan Creek, I love them all. Zach and Mandy are a cute, sweet, romantic and h0t couple. She have work and family responsibilities but he is a workaholic with no time to anything else, but definitely both of them really need a break. Mandy gave Zach the opportunity he needs to make her completely happy again and he deliver with A+, until he can’t and break my heart. Thankfully they both got the HEA they deserve, and is so perfectly romantic with candles and everything. I totally love his pick up lines, and all his jokes, they were so funny! Logan Creek has the most amazing men, they are gentlemen and hard worker.
Oh Gosh can’t wait for Dyllan and Skylar in Canadian Spring!!!
A little Age Gap/Single Mom are one of my favorite tropes. Kimberly is giving me all what I love with her serie Logan Creek, I love them all. Zach and Mandy are a cute, sweet, romantic and h0t couple. She have work and family responsibilities but he is a workaholic with no time to anything else, but definitely both of them really need a break. Mandy gave Zach the opportunity he needs to make her completely happy again and he deliver with A+, until he can’t and break my heart. Thankfully they both got the HEA they deserve, and is so perfectly romantic with candles and everything. I totally love his pick up lines, and all his jokes, they were so funny! Logan Creek has the most amazing men, they are gentlemen and hard worker.
Oh Gosh can’t wait for Dyllan and Skylar in Canadian Spring!!!
June 18, 2022
This is the third book in the Logan Creek series. I've been lucky enough to be an ARC reader on both this book and Canadian Fall and I really like this series.
The small town scenario fits perfectly with the vibe of the story. The widower Mandy is the epitome of a single mom working to provide her two children with a stable environment. Because of the kids she's wary about letting people into her life, but when local beer brewer and workaholic Zach breezes in with his cheesy pickup lines and hilarious dad jokes her world is no longer as stable.
The jokes, pickup lines and the kids being kids made me laugh out loud on multiple occasions and the steam is amazing.
If you're into funny small town romances this book is definitely a must read!
The small town scenario fits perfectly with the vibe of the story. The widower Mandy is the epitome of a single mom working to provide her two children with a stable environment. Because of the kids she's wary about letting people into her life, but when local beer brewer and workaholic Zach breezes in with his cheesy pickup lines and hilarious dad jokes her world is no longer as stable.
The jokes, pickup lines and the kids being kids made me laugh out loud on multiple occasions and the steam is amazing.
If you're into funny small town romances this book is definitely a must read!
February 11, 2022
Another wonderful story in Logan Creek. I loved Mandy, she is a struggling single mom to two wonderful children that she always puts before anything else. She tries to balance her responsibilities and her newly formed relationship with Zach. Zach is a wonderfully sweet and romantic boyfriend, who has to learn how to balance his life and prioritize Mandy and her children. This was a fantastic story with wonderful characters. The author does a fantastic job making her characters feel real and honest. I highly recommend this entire series!
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