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Darryl (Christmas in Huttonville Book 3) Kindle Edition

by Sandy Appleyard (Author) Format: Kindle Edition

4.6 15 ratings

Book 3 of 5: Christmas in Huttonville

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A future almost shattered. A strange new friend. And a holiday party that does more than raise a glass to good cheer.

Now, normally I don’t go around asking strange women personal questions, you know, owning a bar and all, it’s usually the other way around. But this girl, Venus, who’s helping her sister, catering at my brother Liam’s wedding, gives me an odd feeling. It’s not what you’re thinking, and shame on you for thinking that when it’s Christmas. Dang, I almost tripped over a reindeer as I went over and talked to her, behind the food table. She’s beautiful, no doubt about it at all, but she’s got that look in her eye, man, there’s no denying it. There’s trouble, and in no small way, neither. And when she blurts out the truth, well gosh, you could hear a pin drop, and this is a wedding attended by more than a hundred people, ladies and gentlemen.

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Raine, my sister, points out the guy standing next to Liam, his brother, who’s staring at me like I’m his next meal. His name is Darryl, and he owns a local bar, and somehow I figure he’s caught wind of why I’m here. It’s impossible, of course, because nobody knows except for Raine, but the feeling I get in my gut tells me that he knows I’m not just serving lasagna as a favor to my sister. But he's adamant, despite my claws coming out, amongst all the holly and mistletoe, and I ignore the fact that he’s the most gorgeous man I’ve ever seen, no ma’am, but that’s also because he’s the last thing I need. But I soon find out that in the few days that I’ve been here I’ve learned to ignore my needs and stick to my wants. God strike me dead, but as much as I hate him the moment we exchange pleasantries, I’m also unapologetically attracted to the sumbitch.

…but can we get past this tug of war between us? Then again, it doesn’t really matter, since the very reason why I’m hiding out here in Huttonville comes back...with a gun in hand…dressed up as, guess who…

Holiday romance
Christmas romance
Hate to love romance
Happily ever after romance
Steamy romance
High heat
Mild foul language
Cliffhanger ending

Product details

ASIN ‏ : ‎ B0BYRNR1PD
Publisher ‏ : ‎ Appleyard Enterprises (December 11, 2023)
Publication date ‏ : ‎ December 11, 2023
Language ‏ : ‎ English
File size ‏ : ‎ 1247 KB
Text-to-Speech ‏ : ‎ Enabled
Screen Reader ‏ : ‎ Supported
Enhanced typesetting ‏ : ‎ Enabled
X-Ray ‏ : ‎ Not Enabled
Word Wise ‏ : ‎ Enabled
Sticky notes ‏ : ‎ On Kindle Scribe
Print length ‏ : ‎ 133 pages
Page numbers source ISBN ‏ : ‎ B0CHL3WS98

Best Sellers Rank: #2,190,819 in Kindle Store (See Top 100 in Kindle Store)
- #4,496 in Holiday Romance (Kindle Store)
- #8,683 in Holiday Romance (Books)
- #8,932 in Small Town & Rural Fiction (Kindle Store)

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Fair warning: ALL Sandy's western romances end with a cliffhanger, so if that's not your thing....sorry!

If you're not into addictive, heartwarming, sexy stories about cowboys and the women that they fall fast and hard for...move on.

About the Author

Sandy's first job out of high school was as an assistant animal groomer. Among many other jobs in her career, she's also worked at a prestigious winery that many well-known celebrities have patronized. With a college degree in Administration, she has several years of desk work under her belt, including her most current job at an established charity.

Often found in the lunchroom writing voraciously, Sandy has been called a 'writing machine'. Despite her forty-hour a week job, she still publishes many books each year. With a literary back list born in 2010, Sandy has branched out into several genres.

Married with two children and two furbabies, Sandy is a lover of all things four-legged. A strong advocate of health & fitness, you'll find her doing Yoga in her living room at 5:00 weekday mornings, which is sometimes when new story ideas come to light. Writing, like exercise, is a daily practice for this author. She's received 5 Stars from Readers' Favorite for 'Betrayal Only Comes in Green', and 'The Man with the Black Belt'.

Here is a brief description of what Sandy writes:

Christmas in Huttonville (books should be read in order - you DO NOT have to read the books in 'A Town without Pity' first to enjoy!)

Travis

Liam

Darryl

Christian

Jovi

Big Heart, Small Town Address series (Western Romance) (Books should be read in order):

Lost in Texas

Found in Texas

Torn in Texas

Stuck in Texas

Broken in Texas

Stolen in Texas

Left in Texas

Wanted in Texas

A Town Without Pity Series (Western Romance) (Books should be read in order):

No More Tears

No More Lies

No More Games

No More Pain

No More Fear

No More Time

No More Dice

No More Luck

No More Doubt

No More Shame

No More Faith

No More Grace

Magic at Cog Hill Series (romance) (inspirational):

She Only Speaks to Butterflies

Knowing

It's Not the Flowers

LA Cops Series (police procedural/romantic suspense): 3 standalone novels that can be read in any order:

The Wife of a Lesser Man

Don't Mess with Daddy's Girl

The Wheels of Change

Standalone novels that can be read in any order (arranged by genre):

(Suspense/Thriller):

Betrayal Only Comes in Green

Seven Lies, Four Truths

To Hide in Holly Springs

A Calamity Place Romance: 3 serial novels that should be read in order:

Misunderstood

Decisions

Complicated

(Romance) (standalone):

The Man with the Black Belt

Blessed and Betrayed

Would You Still Love Me?

When Will Knocks at Your Door

(Memoir/Short Reads):

I'll Never Wear a Backless Dress

No Thanks, Mommy, I Peed Yesterday

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Sandy also writes steamy romance series under pen name Sandra Alex. You can find her at www.sandraalexbooks.com

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Linda Knight

Exceptional Read

Reviewed in the United States on January 3, 2024

Small town gossip spread throughout thanks to Darryl, and the scene he made at his brother's wedding going up to the server, Venus asking her story. What does she do, but blurt out exactly why she's there shocking everyone. It's not for a little something like vacation. She's trying to get away from her past, because her ex-boyfriend tried to frame her for murder, but she was found innocent of the charges. Now he's in jail for the murder, but she lost everything in the process her home and her business. She's in Huttonville living with her sister and her with helping with her catering business. Darryl and Venus have an undeniable attraction toward each other when ever they are together they cannot keep their hands off each other. Her ex gets released, and he was spotted in town, so she needed to take precautions for her safety. She's in the process of moving to a safer place at the end. She had a special young friend in town that helped her through many a rough moments. The story was really getting to a critical point when it ended on a cliffhanger.

I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.

Reviewed in the United States on December 27, 2023

So many fun twists & turns in this wonderful book! It was great getting to know Darryl and Venus! I'm definitely looking forward to the next book in this series!.

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Reviewed in the United States on December 11, 2023

Venus left Dallas after her boyfriend tried to frame her fora murder he actually committed and she is now helping her sister with her catering business. That is where she met Darryl who owns the only bar in town and for some reason they have an electrifying relationship. They both thinks it’s hate but it is actually love. There are some things going on like a ghost as well as her ex stalking her that will keep you reading.

I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.

Reviewed in the United States on December 23, 2023

Darryl and Venus met at his brothers wedding, he knows that she is hiding from something or someone. They have a love hate relationship, until trouble comes to town. Then she realizes that not all men are the same.

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ravenblackbird74

A funny, easy-to read part of the Huttonville series.

Reviewed in the United States on January 13, 2024

Darryl is book 3 in the Huttonville series. When Darryl and Venus first meet, there is a lot of friction. And, friction causes sparks to ignite in this part of the series. It's Darryl's protective and understanding nature that encourages him to keep an eye on Venus. While Venus may not want anyone's input or help, least of all her well-meaning but controlling sister, she comes to realize that Darryl's intentions come from his growing love for her. There's also special Christmas miracle guides Venus through this difficult time in her life. Darryl (Christmas in Huttonville Book 3) is a funny, easy-to read part of the Huttonville series. Darryl and Venus are wonderful characters that get their happily ever after. I received a copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.

Reviewed in the United States on December 11, 2023

The third installment of the Christmas in Huttonville Series has Darryl, a bar owner with tragic past and Venus, a woman trying to start over crossing paths. Darryl has a way of reading people and knowing that they have something to hide. When he approaches Venus it does not end well. This story has heart and great characters and a twist that will make you gasp. I think this is my favorite story in the series, but I look forward to reading the 4th and final one.

Reviewed in the United States on December 12, 2023

Venus is new in town and helping her sister Raine with her busy. Darryl has vibe with Venus can she help her or not, as something is going between them. What will happen when her ex show up and can they get to her in time?.

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HUTTONVILLE

Reviewed in the United States on December 11, 2023

Darryl and Venus. Shes helping at his brothers wedding. He can she her toubles. He wants to help. Shes not talking to a stranger about her troubles no matter how hot he is and no matter how much she wants him. They both are confused at the felling they have each other. Loved their story.

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