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Love in Little River #2
Dating Dru
Is ten days, twelve dates, and a little Christmas magic enough for happily ever after?
Dru North has far more substance than the party-boy reputation given to him by the media, which is why a quiet Christmas in Little is just what he needs. From the moment he meets Amber Miller, who’s staying across the hall, sparks fly, and a magical Christmas party leads to an impulsive kiss.
While Dru is eager to get to know Amber during the quiet vacation, she’s wary of his reputation and his riches. She challenges him to take her on twelve dates before she’ll consider their relationship anything more than a holiday fling—a feat given the fact that she’s only in town for ten days.
Amidst the big family holiday Dru has always dreamed of having, Amber finds herself trusting with every “date” that Dru isn’t the bad-boy she thought him to be. But his insistence that this can be more than a holiday fling has Amber worried about the future. Dru’s a famous country star with money to burn, and she’s just a teacher. Are their worlds too far apart for a happily ever after when the Christmas magic is over?
Dru North has far more substance than the party-boy reputation given to him by the media, which is why a quiet Christmas in Little is just what he needs. From the moment he meets Amber Miller, who’s staying across the hall, sparks fly, and a magical Christmas party leads to an impulsive kiss.
While Dru is eager to get to know Amber during the quiet vacation, she’s wary of his reputation and his riches. She challenges him to take her on twelve dates before she’ll consider their relationship anything more than a holiday fling—a feat given the fact that she’s only in town for ten days.
Amidst the big family holiday Dru has always dreamed of having, Amber finds herself trusting with every “date” that Dru isn’t the bad-boy she thought him to be. But his insistence that this can be more than a holiday fling has Amber worried about the future. Dru’s a famous country star with money to burn, and she’s just a teacher. Are their worlds too far apart for a happily ever after when the Christmas magic is over?
94 pages, Paperback
Published November 20, 2021
About the author
Ranee S. Clark
42 books361 followersDuring her early years of reading, Ranee` S. Clark devoured fantasy books, which continued into her adulthood—since she often believes that a well-written romance novel is a delightful fantasy. Though raising three boys can sometimes hamper both romance with her own Mr. Charming and her writing, she tries to get a little of both in every day. And most of the time she succeeds.
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December 5, 2019
4.5 stars rounded up.
This is a perfect Christmas novella. Amber and Dru meet while she's visiting her family for Christmas, Dru, a country-rock star is trying to have a Christmas out of the spotlight. Not only do they share an immediate attraction, but they're really comfortable with each other. Because of a previous relationship with someone way about her financial status, Dru's bad-boy image, and the fact that she's only there for the holidays, Amber is hesitant to get involved with Dru.
I loved their 12 dates and how Dru tried to count the movie and hot chocolate and french fries afterward as two dates! Lol. I liked that Amber made him start to rethink the image his record company and manager/publicist had established for him, since it didn't portray who he really is. Having a guy give you a puppy and sing to you is pretty swoony too, although I'd prefer a cat to a dog. I loved the banter between them--it was more like they were friends than people who had just met.
I really enjoyed this novella which can be read in a couple of hours. It's a clean romance but still swoony. I received a complimentary copy but ending up buying a copy from Amazon for my personal library.
This is a perfect Christmas novella. Amber and Dru meet while she's visiting her family for Christmas, Dru, a country-rock star is trying to have a Christmas out of the spotlight. Not only do they share an immediate attraction, but they're really comfortable with each other. Because of a previous relationship with someone way about her financial status, Dru's bad-boy image, and the fact that she's only there for the holidays, Amber is hesitant to get involved with Dru.
I loved their 12 dates and how Dru tried to count the movie and hot chocolate and french fries afterward as two dates! Lol. I liked that Amber made him start to rethink the image his record company and manager/publicist had established for him, since it didn't portray who he really is. Having a guy give you a puppy and sing to you is pretty swoony too, although I'd prefer a cat to a dog. I loved the banter between them--it was more like they were friends than people who had just met.
I really enjoyed this novella which can be read in a couple of hours. It's a clean romance but still swoony. I received a complimentary copy but ending up buying a copy from Amazon for my personal library.
December 18, 2019
This was a fun and easy holiday novella, with plenty of Christmas spirit. I rather enjoyed Dru more than Amber- he was interesting with his secret wholesomeness hidden behind his carefully crafted public image. I didn't see the appeal of Amber as much- her character seemed to me more two dimensional and a tad self-centered. It prevented me from connecting with their emotions and feeling invested in their relationship. The impulsive kiss between strangers felt off, also removing any romantic tension/anticipation. My favorite parts were with Dru and his interactions with other secondary characters.
(I received a complimentary copy of the book; all opinions in this review are my own)
(I received a complimentary copy of the book; all opinions in this review are my own)
August 21, 2023
Alternative Title: Dating Dru
Synopsis:
Dru North has a womanizer reputation, but when he met Amber, he will do everything to prove he’s nothing like what the media says.
Includes:
✨Celebrity Romance
✨Insta-Love
✨Small Town
✨Cinnamon roll Hero
✨Dual POV
🌶️Heat Level:
Just (Swoony) Kisses
Attraction/Tension:🔥🔥
My Opinion:
The characters have great personalities and you can connect with their feelings. The families are amazing and the interactions were very cute. And Dru is the sweetest.
(Audiobook free on the Author's Youtube Channel - Read by AI)
Synopsis:
Dru North has a womanizer reputation, but when he met Amber, he will do everything to prove he’s nothing like what the media says.
Includes:
✨Celebrity Romance
✨Insta-Love
✨Small Town
✨Cinnamon roll Hero
✨Dual POV
🌶️Heat Level:
Just (Swoony) Kisses
Attraction/Tension:🔥🔥
My Opinion:
The characters have great personalities and you can connect with their feelings. The families are amazing and the interactions were very cute. And Dru is the sweetest.
(Audiobook free on the Author's Youtube Channel - Read by AI)
December 28, 2019
Christmas magic is definitely in the air when country star, Dru, falls hard and fast for Amber, a girl with major trust issues. I get that people have challenges to overcome, but when a guy like Dru lands in your lap, I want those issues to suddenly disappear--just give the guy a chance! This is a guy who bends over backwards to win her over, but she's a hard sell. Amber, I'll take him if you don't want him, hah. I really wanted her to get over herself and let him in.
There's something so cozy and warm about a small town romance, especially set during the holiday season. I love how each date unwraps another layer to Dru's character and how he charms the reader, along with Amber. Obviously, Dru is my favorite and I want him to find true love and happiness.
The characters and this setting bundled my heart right up, tight and snug. This is a fun little story for the Christmas season.
Content: mild romance
There's something so cozy and warm about a small town romance, especially set during the holiday season. I love how each date unwraps another layer to Dru's character and how he charms the reader, along with Amber. Obviously, Dru is my favorite and I want him to find true love and happiness.
The characters and this setting bundled my heart right up, tight and snug. This is a fun little story for the Christmas season.
Content: mild romance
August 16, 2020
Fun quick read. I liked it better than Roxy’s Song.
December 6, 2019
This was a sweet, clean and great romance. While this was a novella and so some story line or scenes couldn't go as in depth. However, the writing and story is still solid. I think this would translate well to a lovely Chirstmas movie of the non cheesy variety. Dru was just perfect and I love this being a series. I enjoy cameos of previous characters. This could be a read as a stand alone. This story had plenty of happy sigh moments. Ranee Clark has a talent. This book is great for a nice cozy read to unwind and for a relaxing time.
December 2, 2019
This is super cute Christmas romance. It was just a lot of fun to read, with witty banter and sweet moments. This is a great choice for those looking for a clean, light-hearted book to read at Christmastime.
I read an ARC provided by the author. All opinions are my own.
I read an ARC provided by the author. All opinions are my own.
February 16, 2020
Amber and Dru
Amber can't believe her eyes, there across the hall from her room here at The Ranch stands Dru North, country music star in all his handsome glory! Then he sees her and seems stunned? He then asks her if he can escort her downstairs to the party. Of course she accepts! After dancing several dances they go outside to the firepit. After a few minutes of conversation he notices that people are looking out the window at them and he wants nothing more than a few private moments with Amber so takes them closer to the house and into the darkness. He can't help himself he kisses her. Only she puts a stipulation on their next kiss they have to go on 12 dates before he can kiss her again and then she goes inside. He is left to wonder how he can accomplish that task when she is only going to be visiting her family for 10 days! So he decides to recruit Roxy and her sister Katie! What happens next? Will he be able to kiss Amber again before she leaves? Only one way to find out, read this great short story by Ranee S. Clark.
Amber can't believe her eyes, there across the hall from her room here at The Ranch stands Dru North, country music star in all his handsome glory! Then he sees her and seems stunned? He then asks her if he can escort her downstairs to the party. Of course she accepts! After dancing several dances they go outside to the firepit. After a few minutes of conversation he notices that people are looking out the window at them and he wants nothing more than a few private moments with Amber so takes them closer to the house and into the darkness. He can't help himself he kisses her. Only she puts a stipulation on their next kiss they have to go on 12 dates before he can kiss her again and then she goes inside. He is left to wonder how he can accomplish that task when she is only going to be visiting her family for 10 days! So he decides to recruit Roxy and her sister Katie! What happens next? Will he be able to kiss Amber again before she leaves? Only one way to find out, read this great short story by Ranee S. Clark.
March 8, 2026
3⭐️ zero spice, sweet, short romance.
This was a cute little Christmas novella romance in Raneé Clark’s Love in Little River series. Dru was such a green flag - a sweet guy with a bad-boy image that his media team pushes. Amber is not my favorite. She keeps trying to insist that Dru is just a Christmas fling and refuses to believe him when he says he genuinely likes her and wants more. She believes the media over him and makes up tons of excuses as to why they can’t be together. Dru proposes at the end and I just can’t see how they’re going to work that out because Amber doesn’t want anything to do with Dru’s fame and money and loves her job as a teacher - so where will they live? Meh. Whatever. It was still a cute, short read.
This was a cute little Christmas novella romance in Raneé Clark’s Love in Little River series. Dru was such a green flag - a sweet guy with a bad-boy image that his media team pushes. Amber is not my favorite. She keeps trying to insist that Dru is just a Christmas fling and refuses to believe him when he says he genuinely likes her and wants more. She believes the media over him and makes up tons of excuses as to why they can’t be together. Dru proposes at the end and I just can’t see how they’re going to work that out because Amber doesn’t want anything to do with Dru’s fame and money and loves her job as a teacher - so where will they live? Meh. Whatever. It was still a cute, short read.
May 5, 2022
I reqlly wanted to like this book more but I couldn't. I didn't like Amber at all. She madr Dru feel bad for having money and for having an image with the media that helped his career when it wasn't his fault. Like WTH? He showed time and time again that she was the one he really cared for and that what the media said wasn't really him but she kept trowing things in his face. That man was such a good person, I loved him. He deserved so much better than her
December 19, 2019
Super cute, sweet Christmas story. It was the perfect short story to escape reality.
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Disclosure statement:
I receive complimentary books for review from publishers, publicists,
and/or authors, including Netgalley. I am not required to write positive
reviews. The opinions I have expressed are my own. I am disclosing this
in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission's 16 CFR, Part 255.
April 2, 2022
oh my!!!!
Such a sweet story! Ranee has described and developed the personalities of her characters so well, I really wish I could spend Christmas with the Milker family! Real situations, real problems and real solutions. I loved this book as much as Roxie’s Song!!! Looking forward to book 3!!!
Such a sweet story! Ranee has described and developed the personalities of her characters so well, I really wish I could spend Christmas with the Milker family! Real situations, real problems and real solutions. I loved this book as much as Roxie’s Song!!! Looking forward to book 3!!!
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December 13, 2019Cute and sweet Christmas read
This was a quick but cute read that I thoroughly enjoyed. I loved going back to Little River Ranch! I would rate this sweet and clean, PG for sweet kisses.
This was a quick but cute read that I thoroughly enjoyed. I loved going back to Little River Ranch! I would rate this sweet and clean, PG for sweet kisses.
December 23, 2019
Review of Her Country Christmas Date
I have found a new author. I absolutely loved this book. She keeps you involved from page one until the end. I will be buying more of her books.
I have found a new author. I absolutely loved this book. She keeps you involved from page one until the end. I will be buying more of her books.
December 24, 2019
Sweet, wish fulfillment
I enjoyed it. "Billionaire" stories aren't really my thing, and that's essentially what this seemed like, so i probably won't reread it. But i did take enjoy that it was sweet and tender and respectful.
I enjoyed it. "Billionaire" stories aren't really my thing, and that's essentially what this seemed like, so i probably won't reread it. But i did take enjoy that it was sweet and tender and respectful.
January 1, 2020
This is the first book I've read by this author. It was a Christmas romance. I enjoyed the story..I loved the short chapters. That always makes me want to read just one more before I have to put it down. I am looking forward to reading more of her books. Highly recommended.
September 17, 2020
So good
I liked everything about this book and all the characters were wonderful. I highly recommend it to everyone. I can’t wait to read the next book in this, which I plan to start reading in a few minutes.
I liked everything about this book and all the characters were wonderful. I highly recommend it to everyone. I can’t wait to read the next book in this, which I plan to start reading in a few minutes.
July 13, 2022
Really liking Love in Little River
I wondered at first because im not a holiday fling kind of girl. But it turned out to be cute and completely sincere. Love Dru. Liked that they really got to know each other so it wasn't just physical.
On to the next book.
I wondered at first because im not a holiday fling kind of girl. But it turned out to be cute and completely sincere. Love Dru. Liked that they really got to know each other so it wasn't just physical.
On to the next book.
July 28, 2023
Dating Dru is a cute, short Christmas time story.
Amber drove me crazy. LOL. I wanted to shake her and be like WOMAN OPEN YOUR EYES AND YOUR HEART!
Dru is book boyfriend material. I mean.. the puppy scene!
Amber drove me crazy. LOL. I wanted to shake her and be like WOMAN OPEN YOUR EYES AND YOUR HEART!
Dru is book boyfriend material. I mean.. the puppy scene!
December 9, 2023
fun story
This is such a fun, sweet story. Crazy kids, fun family and Christmas activities. Dru and Amber are a sweet couple who are so different but have such great chemistry. Great, fun, quick read.
This is such a fun, sweet story. Crazy kids, fun family and Christmas activities. Dru and Amber are a sweet couple who are so different but have such great chemistry. Great, fun, quick read.
September 12, 2025
Dru is smitten when he first meets Amber. She is smitten, too, but the story would be uninteresting if it ended there.
He has some work to do to win her over.
This was a cute story. I thought Amber was a bit tough on him, but it wasn't without cause.
He has some work to do to win her over.
This was a cute story. I thought Amber was a bit tough on him, but it wasn't without cause.
December 16, 2019
Short and sweet.
This is a really sweet novella that I wished had been a little longer. It is a fun clean romance.
This is a really sweet novella that I wished had been a little longer. It is a fun clean romance.
December 23, 2019
Fun story
12 dates in 10 days with a celebrity. Loved the cuteness of this story which Amber was convinced was a holiday fling but became more.
12 dates in 10 days with a celebrity. Loved the cuteness of this story which Amber was convinced was a holiday fling but became more.
December 27, 2019
I thoroughly enjoyed this book. It was sweet, short and all things Christmas! I read it just before Christmas and it was festive and had lots of swoon! My favorite combination!
December 29, 2019
This was a cute Christmas story. Amber living a quiet life as a teacher. Dru living as a rock star, but trying to live a quiet life. Can their love keep them together?
January 14, 2020
Cute, Christmas story and a fun quick read. I enjoyed the variety of characters.
September 12, 2020
Sweet
What really made this book, was Dru's love of family; his 'sister' and Amber's. That was where the love was. Says something!
What really made this book, was Dru's love of family; his 'sister' and Amber's. That was where the love was. Says something!
August 5, 2021
Cute insta-love story in a sweet series. Enjoyable read.
No sex, language or violence
No sex, language or violence
November 28, 2021
Cute, fast, clean read
January 10, 2022
cute
This was a cute novella. It was super short and maybe not 100% believable, but still a fun read when short on time.
This was a cute novella. It was super short and maybe not 100% believable, but still a fun read when short on time.
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