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Born in a Small Town
Born In A Small Town by Debbie Macomber\Judith Bowen\Janice Kay Johnson released on Aug 25, 2000 is available now for purchase.
297 pages, Mass Market Paperback
First published September 1, 2000
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Judith Bowen
46 books6 followersJudith Bowen was born in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada and grew up in a logging camp in the Rocky Mountain foothills. She had many friends who lived on farms and ranches, a fact to which she attributes her love of the outdoors and of rural life. She bought her first horse at age 12 with money saved from allowances, gifts, and odd jobs—the horse only cost $60 and was fresh off the range! Luckily he was a sweetie, and she trained him and rode him until she left high school.
Judith holds a bachelor's degree in English Literature from Carleton University, Ottawa, and worked for newspapers and magazines, before writing fiction. She was published since 1990 by Harlequin. Her Men of Glory miniseries, set around small-town Alberta, arose directly from her experience of going to school in a small town and living in small towns all over Canada. She has lived in many of Canada's provinces, from Prince Edward Island to B.C., and writes from the heart, of people who live on the land that she knows best.
Judith currently lives in Ladner, British Columbia, is married, with three children, and spends every day of the working week at her word processor, writing the stories she loves, and is also a member of many writing and arts organizations. Weekends and summers are for family.
Judith holds a bachelor's degree in English Literature from Carleton University, Ottawa, and worked for newspapers and magazines, before writing fiction. She was published since 1990 by Harlequin. Her Men of Glory miniseries, set around small-town Alberta, arose directly from her experience of going to school in a small town and living in small towns all over Canada. She has lived in many of Canada's provinces, from Prince Edward Island to B.C., and writes from the heart, of people who live on the land that she knows best.
Judith currently lives in Ladner, British Columbia, is married, with three children, and spends every day of the working week at her word processor, writing the stories she loves, and is also a member of many writing and arts organizations. Weekends and summers are for family.
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April 11, 2020
Great romance
Wonderful happy ever after romance. Good stories and wonderful relaxing reading. I loved the last story with the background of the historical costumes. So interesting
Wonderful happy ever after romance. Good stories and wonderful relaxing reading. I loved the last story with the background of the historical costumes. So interesting
July 25, 2025
Finding love in Elk River falls
Wonderful story of Kevin and Melanie and her daughter Angie. Loved the town and people. The "sex" got a little much for me but maybe because I am a 78 year old widow! Highly recommend.
Wonderful story of Kevin and Melanie and her daughter Angie. Loved the town and people. The "sex" got a little much for me but maybe because I am a 78 year old widow! Highly recommend.
July 7, 2018
Rating is on Patton's daughter only
February 19, 2025
Every book was so good
I enjoyed each book although I had read Midnight Sons books but I did not remember these people. The other books were first time reads and were really w.
I enjoyed each book although I had read Midnight Sons books but I did not remember these people. The other books were first time reads and were really w.
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July 28, 2025Good reads
As always, Debbie writes so well. Nice, clean love stories. One of my favorites! This 3 book combo was well written and enjoyable.
As always, Debbie writes so well. Nice, clean love stories. One of my favorites! This 3 book combo was well written and enjoyable.
August 2, 2009
Midnight Sons and Daughters by Debbie Macomber
3 stars
This story is the follow-up to the Midnight Sons Series (Mail-Order Marriages Harlequin Promo, Family Men Midnight Sons Volume 2, and Last Two Bachelors Midnight Sons Volume 3).
Scott O'Halloran, who was a nine-year-old boy in the older volumes, is all grown-up. He's moved back to Hard Luck and wants to win back Chrissie Harris, his first and only real love.
Chrissie refuses to let Scott break down her defenses...again. He's broken her heart twice before and she won't let him do it a third time.
A cute story...Macomber brings back the old couples and gives an update on how they all are doing. Not only it is a homecoming for Scott, but also the readers of the Midnight Sons series. Not the best story, but a must read for those who enjoyed the other Midnight Sons books.
The Glory Girl by Judith Bowen
3 stars
Part of a "series" about Glory, Alberta. I have not read any of the others, but it didn't seem necessary to read this story.
It is cute, but a little goofy. Jack is a little over-the-top and Hannah is too under-the-top.
Promise Me Picket Fences by Janice Kay Johnson
4 stars
Part of a "series" about Elk Grove, Oregon. I also have not read any of these before and there was no need. It appears that some of the other characters were mentioned (Abby and her sisters), but I'm not 100% sure.
I think I liked this one the best of the 3. It was the most "realistic" and also didn't just return to a town for the sake of an update. Melanie and Kevin have a real issue and it could keep them apart. I like how it was resolved at the end. For a short story as part of an anthology, it was well-developed. A good, cute read.
3 stars
This story is the follow-up to the Midnight Sons Series (Mail-Order Marriages Harlequin Promo, Family Men Midnight Sons Volume 2, and Last Two Bachelors Midnight Sons Volume 3).
Scott O'Halloran, who was a nine-year-old boy in the older volumes, is all grown-up. He's moved back to Hard Luck and wants to win back Chrissie Harris, his first and only real love.
Chrissie refuses to let Scott break down her defenses...again. He's broken her heart twice before and she won't let him do it a third time.
A cute story...Macomber brings back the old couples and gives an update on how they all are doing. Not only it is a homecoming for Scott, but also the readers of the Midnight Sons series. Not the best story, but a must read for those who enjoyed the other Midnight Sons books.
The Glory Girl by Judith Bowen
3 stars
Part of a "series" about Glory, Alberta. I have not read any of the others, but it didn't seem necessary to read this story.
It is cute, but a little goofy. Jack is a little over-the-top and Hannah is too under-the-top.
Promise Me Picket Fences by Janice Kay Johnson
4 stars
Part of a "series" about Elk Grove, Oregon. I also have not read any of these before and there was no need. It appears that some of the other characters were mentioned (Abby and her sisters), but I'm not 100% sure.
I think I liked this one the best of the 3. It was the most "realistic" and also didn't just return to a town for the sake of an update. Melanie and Kevin have a real issue and it could keep them apart. I like how it was resolved at the end. For a short story as part of an anthology, it was well-developed. A good, cute read.
March 28, 2012
My MIL bought the Kindle version for me. It was a quick read. 3 stories in one. I liked them all, especially two and three, although three has some racy sections. Like stories that make me laugh and leave me smiling at the outcomes.
October 10, 2012
Cute collection of novellas set in small towns. The Janice Kay Johnson and Judith Bowen novellas were my favorites, although it was nice to revisit Alaska in Ms. Macomber's novella. For some reason the ending to her novella just felt really rushed.
January 2, 2011
~ I really enjoyed all 3 stories in this book. Great hometown feeling!
March 12, 2011
Judith Bowen - "The Glory Girl"
Janice Kay Johnson - Promise Me Picket Fences
Janice Kay Johnson - Promise Me Picket Fences
July 1, 2012
Great beach read
November 10, 2012
loved in
May 14, 2013
A definite beach book. Three short stories; mindless reading; entertaining.
July 24, 2013
Patron Review:
Three stories about the goodness of small towns and the people in them. Very good writers--all three.
Three stories about the goodness of small towns and the people in them. Very good writers--all three.
February 1, 2014
Three short story's that were easy to read but felt rushed. I hesitated on giving the 3 stars as 2.5 was more appropriate.
November 7, 2014
I only read the Midnight Sons portion since it was the series I was reading and I loved it! It was a great ending to the series.
April 28, 2016
Wonderful
An excellent read. Very emotional. Love stories that pull you into their world. You will enjoy reading it. Enjoyed each page.
An excellent read. Very emotional. Love stories that pull you into their world. You will enjoy reading it. Enjoyed each page.
June 14, 2016
This story was included with a Debbie Macomber book, and I thoroughly enjoyed it. Easy to read and great to relax with.
June 14, 2016
The Midnight Sons and Daughters series is fun to read. Sometimes, the characters get annoying but overall, the series is good. Well worth the time.
July 7, 2012
Easy to read. Three short stories in one.
October 16, 2012
3 Harlequin romances in one book. Fun read.
September 6, 2013
Quick read....3 short stories....very good
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