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Gabriel
A mountain man curvy woman romance
42 pages, Kindle Edition
Published July 31, 2022
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Emily Evans
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August 3, 2022
A typical very short romance story. Willow's mother has recently died and while cleaning out her stuff, she finds letters from a woman in Salmon Lake who was clearly her mother's lover. She remembers visiting the place every summer as a child. She meets Gabriel the first night she's there; they both think the other looks familiar but can't place it.
This is a bit of a pet peeve to me, but I don't like how fast they jump into bed without any discussion of safe sex. It's so disrespectful. I mean, they're at a restaurant, he confirms the photo she has is his mother, then she says she doesn't feel well. He walks her back to her place, and as soon as they get there, they start to kiss, go into the house and hop into bed, no foreplay or anything. It certainly isn't particularly romantic.
They figure out that her mother's lover was his mother, who died when he was young, causing him to be in the foster care system. He went into the military right out of high school and then came back when his service was over.
After the usual angst over her not telling him about their mothers being lovers immediately, they get back together and decide that it is fate or something; that their mothers couldn't be together because of society, but now they are together.
Willow never says anything about her life before coming to Salmon Lake, but it didn't seem like she was planning on giving up her old life. Nor did she ever say anything about baking and then suddenly she's opening a bakery after she decides to stay with Gabriel. It just seems disjointed.
The story has all the right plot points, and the idea was a good one, but it just didn't have much emotional impact to me.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
This is a bit of a pet peeve to me, but I don't like how fast they jump into bed without any discussion of safe sex. It's so disrespectful. I mean, they're at a restaurant, he confirms the photo she has is his mother, then she says she doesn't feel well. He walks her back to her place, and as soon as they get there, they start to kiss, go into the house and hop into bed, no foreplay or anything. It certainly isn't particularly romantic.
They figure out that her mother's lover was his mother, who died when he was young, causing him to be in the foster care system. He went into the military right out of high school and then came back when his service was over.
After the usual angst over her not telling him about their mothers being lovers immediately, they get back together and decide that it is fate or something; that their mothers couldn't be together because of society, but now they are together.
Willow never says anything about her life before coming to Salmon Lake, but it didn't seem like she was planning on giving up her old life. Nor did she ever say anything about baking and then suddenly she's opening a bakery after she decides to stay with Gabriel. It just seems disjointed.
The story has all the right plot points, and the idea was a good one, but it just didn't have much emotional impact to me.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
August 1, 2022
We have already arrived at book 4 of the Rangers in Alaska Series. This is a great series. This is the story of how Willow and Gabriel meet. Their story is not an easy one, despite the attraction and the chemistry between them, there are still plenty of things that are not clear. Why Willow comes to Salmon Creek to find an old friend of her mother's. And what is she hiding? A smile, a tear, secrets and much more are on offer such as what the past and present have to do with Gabriel and Williow. To get answers I advise you to read a book, it is very worthwhile. The storylines and build-up, characters and characters are all well described by Ms Evans. You are completely sucked into the story and you empathize with the characters. In short, highly recommended!
I received a Advance Reader copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I received a Advance Reader copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review.
July 31, 2022
Should she leave the past alone?
Willow travels to Salmon Lake, Alaska to look into her mother’s past. She died recently and Willow found some letters from her past. She wants to find someone that her mother was very close to. When she gets to town she immediately runs into Gabriel. He thinks she looks familiar but can’t remember why. As they spend time together he remembers that they used to play together when she used to visit during the summers. As they grow closer Willow is afraid to tell him why she came back. Will her secret draw them closer together or will it destroy their relationship?.
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Willow travels to Salmon Lake, Alaska to look into her mother’s past. She died recently and Willow found some letters from her past. She wants to find someone that her mother was very close to. When she gets to town she immediately runs into Gabriel. He thinks she looks familiar but can’t remember why. As they spend time together he remembers that they used to play together when she used to visit during the summers. As they grow closer Willow is afraid to tell him why she came back. Will her secret draw them closer together or will it destroy their relationship?.
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August 1, 2022
Two children get the surprise of their lives, when they discover their mothers were more than just friends. Neither one ever knew until after both their mothers had passed. Willow found out going through her mother's things. Willow went looking for her mother's old, but she found the son, Gabriel instead. They were having a great time together. Then Willow figured out who he was. Would he let their mothers' relationship destroy their's? A new twist of a story that will keep you on the edge of your chair waiting to see what happens.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
August 6, 2022
Willow and Gabriel's story is one of friendship, love and romance.
Willow did not grow up in Salmon Falls, but her mother would take her when she would visit her friend. After her mother's death, she found letters that lead her back to Alaska.
Gabriel met Willow and something felt familiar, soon he realized she was the young girl that he would play with when his mother's friend came to visit and soon Willow realizes who his mom was to her mother.
This is a heart grabbing story on various levels, and to realize there are parts of our parents that we did not know about.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
Willow did not grow up in Salmon Falls, but her mother would take her when she would visit her friend. After her mother's death, she found letters that lead her back to Alaska.
Gabriel met Willow and something felt familiar, soon he realized she was the young girl that he would play with when his mother's friend came to visit and soon Willow realizes who his mom was to her mother.
This is a heart grabbing story on various levels, and to realize there are parts of our parents that we did not know about.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
August 13, 2022
After her mother passes away Willow is going through her things and finds love letters. This has her traveling to Salmon Lake to find some answers. When she arrives, she runs into Gabriel, and he seems familiar to her. Turns out they spent time together as kids. Will the answers Willow is looking for cause problems between her and Gabriel? Will something serious grow between them?
This is a great story that will hook you in the first chapter. This is a well written and very entertaining story. It's a book that any book lover would enjoy.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
This is a great story that will hook you in the first chapter. This is a well written and very entertaining story. It's a book that any book lover would enjoy.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
August 2, 2022
Gabriel and Willow . . .
Gabriel and Willow are brought together on a quest to find a connection between their mothers who may have been friends long ago. Gabriel is her guide on her journey. But both of them feel a strong bond and commonality in what they are looking for. As their search takes them to places and long-forgotten memories, it pulls them closer to each other. Will they find a new love for each other at the end of their trail? Will they find acceptance and understanding? Or could the surprise of uncovered secrets tear them apart?
Gabriel and Willow are brought together on a quest to find a connection between their mothers who may have been friends long ago. Gabriel is her guide on her journey. But both of them feel a strong bond and commonality in what they are looking for. As their search takes them to places and long-forgotten memories, it pulls them closer to each other. Will they find a new love for each other at the end of their trail? Will they find acceptance and understanding? Or could the surprise of uncovered secrets tear them apart?
August 4, 2022
Willow's mother passes away and while cleaning her things she discovers letters from a lover. She goes to Salmon Lake to find her. When she arrives she meets Gabriel who looks familiar. Tirns out the played together as kids when she came tk town with her mother. The surprises keep coming as the lover turns out to be Gabriel's mom who recently passed. How does this interfere with their budding relationship? Will tjeu be able to get past this? Short instalove with a HEA.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
January 2, 2023
When Willow went to Salmon Lake, Alaska she wanted to find out more about her mother but she found out so much more. While in Salmon Lake Gabriel and Willow meet and are instantly attracted to each other but they have a deeper connection than they could ever imagine. I loved Gabriel and Willow's journey and how it turned out. This is a well written, pulled at my heartstrings love story with believable characters, a great storyline, and a perfect ending. Gabriel is book four and a great addition to the Rangers in Alaska series. I voluntarily reviewed a copy of this book.
July 31, 2022
I enjoyed Book 4 of Rangers in Alaska. It is a quick and easy read. Willow comes to Salmon Creek looking for an old friend of her mothers. When her and Gabriel meet it like they have known each other before. The secret Willow is carrying could ruin their budding relationship before it can begin. A great storyline and likable characters. I would definitely recommend this book and the whole series.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
August 6, 2022
She came to Alaska to find out who was a secret lover to her mother. Here she finds GAbriel - who looks familiar to her..
just to find out..they used to play together as children.
And the shock - his mother was the lover..when he finds out that she knew it and didn´t tell him....he is mad...can he overcome it?.
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just to find out..they used to play together as children.
And the shock - his mother was the lover..when he finds out that she knew it and didn´t tell him....he is mad...can he overcome it?.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
September 12, 2022
I enjoyed reading Gabriel. Emily created an interesting relationship for Gabriel and Willow - I wanted more by the time I finished the book. I loved the tension that was created between them - why Willow was there and her connection to Gabriel in ways they remembered and didn't know. (The story with their mothers was such an interesting twist - I kind of want a story about them and their history!) They seemed to be great together! I would recommend this.
August 1, 2022
Awesome
Gabriel and willow has its ups and its down while they find out that their past and future are connected. There are tears laughter raw ruff sex. This series has me hooked and i cant wait till the next book comes out. If you haven't read any of emily evans i suggest you start you won't be disappointed
Gabriel and willow has its ups and its down while they find out that their past and future are connected. There are tears laughter raw ruff sex. This series has me hooked and i cant wait till the next book comes out. If you haven't read any of emily evans i suggest you start you won't be disappointed
August 2, 2022
Book four in the series brings Willow and Gabriel's story. The author brings strong characters and weaves an interesting storyline. She moves it quickly and smoothly and delivers a great love story which happens as Willow is searching for answers. It's well written and is an enjoyable read.
I voluntarily reviewed an ARC of this book. All opinions in this review are my own and freely given.
I voluntarily reviewed an ARC of this book. All opinions in this review are my own and freely given.
August 2, 2022
This is a sweet romance story with past issues popping up. Willow just lost her mom and finds some old letters. She goes to Salmon Lake to find anyone who knew her mom. She runs into Gabriel, and she looks familiar but can't place her.
They start to get closer, but will past problems come between them?
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
They start to get closer, but will past problems come between them?
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
August 2, 2022
I've read a lot of books written by Emily Evans; she is one of my favorite authors. I can’t wait to read more of her books.
This is part of the Rangers in Alaska Series; it is a stand-alone short story. The story is about Willow & Gabriel.
I received a free copy of this book via booksprout and I’m voluntarily leaving a review.
This is part of the Rangers in Alaska Series; it is a stand-alone short story. The story is about Willow & Gabriel.
I received a free copy of this book via booksprout and I’m voluntarily leaving a review.
August 3, 2022
A well written story with great characters. Once you start you won't stop til the end. Gabriel and Willow knew each other as kids. Willow is searching for answers and sees Gabriel. He looks familiar but she can't place him right away. Would recommend reading this book.
I was given an advanced reader copy from booksprout and I voluntarily leave this review.
I was given an advanced reader copy from booksprout and I voluntarily leave this review.
August 3, 2022
Gabriel & Willow
She went looking for what she believed was her mothers lover and friend. She found Gabriel and found out his mother was the friend. She tells him but he is not happy. Can he get past it and look at their future or not. Great short story.
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She went looking for what she believed was her mothers lover and friend. She found Gabriel and found out his mother was the friend. She tells him but he is not happy. Can he get past it and look at their future or not. Great short story.
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August 3, 2022
Willow is on a mission to find her mother’s love of her life. She in Alaska in Salmon Lake. Gabriel noticed her and Instant attraction. Short simple mystery. Attraction not to be denied. Very short read for a lunch break. No cliffhanger.
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I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
August 6, 2022
I love the whole series of Rangers in Alaska but I have to say this one is my favorite. The connection between Willow and Gabriel was something and made you keep connected with them. I was not able to put this down to the end. You are going to love this book and the whole series.
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I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
August 8, 2022
Past lives
Short and Hot! Willow is learning to live her life alone after her mothers death when she makes a discovery. Tracing clues leads her back to childhood memories in Salmon Lake. Gabriel is the first person that she makes eye contact with and the sparks fly. Little do they know that their lives are intertwined and fate may have stepped in.
Short and Hot! Willow is learning to live her life alone after her mothers death when she makes a discovery. Tracing clues leads her back to childhood memories in Salmon Lake. Gabriel is the first person that she makes eye contact with and the sparks fly. Little do they know that their lives are intertwined and fate may have stepped in.
August 9, 2022
Willow is looking for answers after finding some letters and a picture with her mother’s stuff. And that is why she decides to visit Salmon Lake to find the answers to her questions.
Gabriel thinks Willow looks familiar to him, but he doesn’t know why.
I found this story rushed and lacking development.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
Gabriel thinks Willow looks familiar to him, but he doesn’t know why.
I found this story rushed and lacking development.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
July 31, 2022
A quick and entertaining read. This is the fourth book in this series Rangers in Alaska. In this story we are introduced to Gabriel and Willow. They have a past but will they have a future? A great read.
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July 31, 2022
The author has given us a wonderful story that pulls us into the lives of Gabriel and Willow and does not let go. They feel an instant connection but will secrets from the past force them apart?
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August 1, 2022
This was a fantastic read. I couldn't put it down. Gabriel and Willow were awesome characters, and I really enjoyed their story. I highly recommend this book.
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I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
August 1, 2022
Willow comes to town looking for a woman that her mom wrote letters to. What she finds is a whole lot more then she bargained for.
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August 7, 2022Willow is looking for answers to who her mother is. Gabriel is instantly attracted to Willow. He agrees to be her guide on her quest for answers.
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August 14, 2022
I just absolutely loved Willow and Gabriel’s story.. We as humans don’t know what things were really like for our parents lives while we were growing up. It makes our parents and loved ones better people for what they hid and didn’t tell us until after their death.
September 5, 2022
What a must-read. Another great plot and characters in this genre by this wonderful author. Can't wait for the next book.
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July 31, 2022
This short instalove romance has a little different storyline. I love the characters and how they deal with the circumstances. I voluntarily reviewed this ARC.
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