Sugar Cookie County House
He Falls First Sports Romance (Sweet & Clean)
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Publisher Description
Get ready for a heartwarming Christmas romance where he falls first in this grumpy sunshine sports novel featuring a curvy small town heroine and a hockey player hero!
Because sometimes love doesn't follow the playbook…
When sunshiney Jenny wished for more adventure in her life, she never thought she’d be sent a grumpy hockey player.
But could Dylan’s gruff exterior be nothing more than an act? Does this hockey hunk secretly enjoy their spirited debates that upset their friends at Thanksgiving? (Oops.)
Of course, men like him don’t go for curvy, small town women… Or do they?
Dylan can’t help but be captivated by Jenny's feisty, direct charm. The catch? Despite being benched for an injury that might end his career, he’s deep in trade talks that could send him across the continent.
But since meeting Jenny, the idea of a life off the ice isn’t nearly as unsettling. Then again, maybe his foot will heal, he’ll get the girl, stay with his team, and have it all. Either way, he needs to convince Jenny that all this big-shot wants this holiday season is her.
Note: All of the books in this hockey romance series can be read as standalones.
Customer Reviews
Sweet and humorous hockey romance.
This was a delightful book to read. Jenny Oliver is a spunky and spirited young woman. She lives with her grandfather and runs her own clothing store. Dylan O’Neill is a player on the San Antonio Dragons, a NHL hockey team. He’s currently injured, and giving his plans for the future some serious thought. They don’t hit it off when they first meet, or at least people don’t think they do.
I think this was my favorite of the books in this series that I’ve read. The characters, all of them, were lovable; although, I think Gramps was my absolute favorite. I’d love to see more of him in his own book. If I had one small complaint about the story, it was that Dylan seemed to lose focus on Jenny towards the end, concentrating more on the idea of getting married and having children than on the romance between them continuing and growing. That, however, was, as I said, a very small thing, and it’s not like Jenny was against the idea. Before that, Dylan was everything a woman could want: supportive, kind, protective, involving, sweet, and romantic.
This is a well-written and easy to read book. It’s filled with fun and humor. It made me smile and laugh. Dylan and Jenny are both interesting and strong-willed characters, and their clashes are a hoot. I especially loved the cookie contest. I’d love to know Dylan’s secret recipe. There's a touch of O'Henry's Gift of the Magi towards the end, and it perfectly suits the two main characters.
A sweet grumpy guy and a sunshine girl romance. I really enjoyed it and recommend it.
I received a copy of this book from the author. I thank her for her generosity, but it had no effect on this review. All opinions in this review reflect my true and honest reactions to reading this book.
Falling
When Jenny and Dylan first met, they "argued" - well it appeared they couldn't stand each other but really sparks were flying and all in a good way. Love that they got their own book. She feels like they are worlds apart, but he is smitten at first meet. Great banter and conversation between these two. She is one sweetheart, and he is one grouch or is he really? Of course, there are a few bumps in the rode, but the author did an amazing job of smoothing them out. Love her grandfather and all their friends. Great sneaky ending. This is one of my favorite series.
Delightful, clean, Christmas romance!
Sugar Cookie Country House is a delightful, clean, Christmas romance. I have loved every one of the books in this series! This one was especially fun. Dylan pretends to be a grump and Jenny can’t believe he really cares for her just as she is. They trade a lot of witty banter. I just sat and read the entire book because I did not want to put it down! There is some angst as Dylan heals from his injury, faces being traded and might have to retire. Ms. Oram manages to bring everything to a very satisfying conclusion!