A Cottage Wedding By Leigh Duncun

It’s more than a charming small town― it’s a premier wedding destination. But will one journalist ruin Heart’s Landing forever?

Tara Stewart’s boss at Weddings Today magazine sends her to Heart’s Landing to debunk its romantic legends. This could devastate the many local businesses who cater to weddings, from Forget Me Knot Florist to Dress for a Day.

The locals convince Jason Heart, the handsome descendant of the town’s founder, to show Tara around the town. But can he persuade her to believe in the romance?

This heartwarming romance includes a free Hallmark original recipe for Orange Balsamic Roasted Carrots.

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Leigh Duncan is the award-winning author of more than two dozen novels, novellas and short stories. Her first full-length book, The Officer’s Girl, was released by Harlequin American Romance in 2010. Leigh went on to write seven more books for Harlequin, including the highly acclaimed Glades County Cowboys series, before she began writing the more complex, heart-warming and emotional stories that have resonated with her readers. One of the lead authors for Hallmark Publishing, an Amazon best-selling author and a National Readers’ Choice Award winner, Leigh lives on Central Florida's East Coast where she writes women’s fiction and sweet, contemporary romance with a dash of Southern sass.

Leigh loves to stay in touch with readers through social media. Find her at https://facebook.com/LeighDuncanBooks, or visit her website at https://leighduncan.com.

My Thoughts...

I am so glad to have gotten to go back to Heart's Landing.  Jason and Tara's story was just the icing on the cake. You are going to have to read  A Cottage Wedding to find out if Tara discovers her own love for the ages.

I never put this book down, I did not cook or clean the evening I started this book, I will tell you this, I can not wait for book three in this series.

Duncan is the Hallmark queen of romance and small town weddings with all the prefect touches. Such great details of this small wedding town.

I gave this book 5 stars and I HIGHLY recommend it.

The Mary Reader received this book from the publisher for review. A favorable review was not required and all views expressed are our own.

A Country Wedding By Leigh Duncun

When a country music star returns to his small town, he realizes all that he’s left behind… Country music star Bradley Suttons is all set to marry his Hollywood actress girlfriend. There’s just one thing: he’s forgotten he’s already married. When he was thirteen years old, he and his childhood best friend, Sarah Standor, held a makeshift wedding ceremony in his barn. Their promise? To always be there for one another. Their vows? Not exactly legally binding. When Bradley visits the small town where he grew up, he finds Sarah running a ranch for rescue horses…and he finally finds his inspiration again, writing new music from the heart. Even as Sarah helps him prepare for his upcoming country wedding, they both begin to wonder if their past holds the key to their future. This uplifting, clean romance includes a free original Hallmark recipe for “Bradley Sutton” Cowboy Steak Sandwiches.

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Leigh Duncan is the award-winning author of more than two dozen novels, novellas and short stories. Her first full-length book, The Officer’s Girl, was released by Harlequin American Romance in 2010. Leigh went on to write seven more books for Harlequin, including the highly acclaimed Glades County Cowboys series, before she began writing the more complex, heart-warming and emotional stories that have resonated with her readers. One of the lead authors for Hallmark Publishing, an Amazon best-selling author and a National Readers’ Choice Award winner, Leigh lives on Central Florida's East Coast where she writes women’s fiction and sweet, contemporary romance with a dash of Southern sass.

Leigh loves to stay in touch with readers through social media. Find her at https://facebook.com/LeighDuncanBooks, or visit her website at https://leighduncan.com. 

My Thoughts...
I love a good hallmark movie. But I love a book more then a movie you get more details and I enjoy the books more. I watch A country Wedding on Hallmark before reading the book, after read the book I love it more.
Bradley and Sarah's story was such a fun one.  I loved the ending and I'm so happy to have a copy of this on my book shelf to reread again and again.
This is a 5 star read and you can get your copy right now to enjoy while on home arrest while the virus has us all trapped at home.
The Mary Reader received this book from the publisher for review. A favorable review was not required and all views expressed are our own.

Journey Back to Christmas By Leigh Duncan

Treat yourself to books inspired by Hallmark Christmas movies. Enjoy a heartwarming, feel-good story…and find out what happens after the movie ends. WWII is finally over, but Hanna’s husband, Chet, didn't return home. She puts on a brave smile during the day while nursing her hospital patients, but at night, she grieves the loss of her love. Then the Christmas Comet appears for the first time in over seventy years, and Hanna's caught in a snowstorm and knocked unconscious. She wakes up in modern times, and much to her confusion, her small town has changed. A local cop takes pity on her and invites her to stay with his family over the holiday. As she searches for her place in this familiar yet different town, Hanna discovers that even small acts of kindness impact lives…and that the true meaning of Christmas is timeless. Now, she hopes to find her way back to her own time…and this year's comet may lead her to a Christmas miracle. This sweet story includes a free original recipe for Gingerbread Cupcakes with Christmas Comet Cookies.

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Leigh Duncan is the award-winning author of more than two dozen novels, novellas and short stories. Her first full-length book, The Officer’s Girl, was released by Harlequin American Romance in 2010. Leigh went on to write seven more books for Harlequin, including the highly acclaimed Glades County Cowboys series, before she began writing the more complex, heart-warming and emotional stories that have resonated with her readers. One of the lead authors for Hallmark Publishing, an Amazon best-selling author and a National Readers’ Choice Award winner, Leigh lives on Central Florida's East Coast where she writes women’s fiction and sweet, contemporary romance with a dash of Southern sass.

Leigh loves to stay in touch with readers through social media. Find her at https://facebook.com/LeighDuncanBooks, or visit her website at https://leighduncan.com. 

My Thoughts...
I love Hallmark movies and I really love the Hallmark books. They are so much better than the movies.
Christmas in March was a great getaway from all the mess going on in the world right now. The perfect hot cocoa read. I devoured this fast read in no time.

I HIGHLY recommend this 5 star read. Don't wait until Christmas to read this one. Grab your copy now. You can thank me later.The Mary Reader received this book from the publisher for review. A favorable review was not required and all views expressed are our own.

A Simple Wedding By Leigh Duncan GIVEAWAY!

Fall in love with Heart’s Landing, a romantic wedding destination, in the first book of a Hallmark series.

Jenny always dreamed of getting married at Heart’s Landing. But when she finally visits the charming small town, she’s there to make wedding arrangements for someone else: her cousin, who also happens to be her boss and a famous movie star. To keep the event secret and avoid a media circus, Jenny pretends she’s the one getting married.

Nick is intrigued by this bride-to-be who starts visiting his bakery every afternoon for sweet treats and conversation. He has to keep reminding himself that she’s already spoken for.

As Jenny deals with her cousin’s ever-changing demands, she tries to hide her attraction to Nick. Planning this wedding couldn’t be more complicated…and what will happen once the truth comes to light?

This funny, heartwarming romance includes a free original recipe for the best-ever Lemon Bars.

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Leigh Duncan is the award-winning author of more than two dozen novels, novellas and short stories. Her first full-length book, The Officer’s Girl, was released by Harlequin American Romance in 2010. Leigh went on to write seven more books for Harlequin, including the highly acclaimed Glades County Cowboys series, before she began writing the more complex, heart-warming and emotional stories that have resonated with her readers. One of the lead authors for Hallmark Publishing, an Amazon best-selling author and a National Readers’ Choice Award winner, Leigh lives on Central Florida's East Coast where she writes women’s fiction and sweet, contemporary romance with a dash of Southern sass.

Leigh loves to stay in touch with readers through social media. Find her at https://facebook.com/LeighDuncanBooks, or visit her website at https://leighduncan.com. 

My Thoughts...
Where are all my Hallmark fans? This book was  the perfect Hallmark movie, I saw it play out in my mind between the pages of this book. I wanted to go get married at Heart's Landing so bad. The romance the scenery was all so magical. I hated for the book to end. Sadly it's a fast read and you will sit and read until the very end once you start reading it.
Grab your copy of this 5 star read and enjoy your time in  Heart's Landing. If you are like me you will never want to leave.
The Mary Reader received this book from the publisher for review. A favorable review was not required and all views expressed are our own.

Nancy Naigle has some news...

Small-town baker, Kelly, gets a big surprise when she is invited to compete on a Valentine's Day baking show in New York City - and an even bigger surprise when she runs into her ex-fiance.

Starring Erin Cahill and Brendan Penny.

PREMIERING Saturday February 15 9:00 PM/8c

Wednesday February 19 10:00 PM/9c

Saturday February 22 7:00 PM/6c

Sunday February 23 2:00 PM/1c

Tuesday February 25 4:00 PM/3c

Honey Almond Cake with Berries and Mascarpone Crème Fraiche

Almond Cake:

• 1 cup plus 2 tbsp. buttermilk
• 2¼ cups granulated sugar
• 6 large eggs
• 1 tbsp. vanilla extract
• 1½ tsp. almond extract
• 2¼ cups all-purpose flour
• 1 cup almond meal flour
• 1½ tbsp. baking powder
• 1 tsp. kosher salt
• 1 cup plus 2 tbsp. canola oil

Vanilla Honey Glaze:

• 1 tbsp. honey
• 1 tsp. vanilla extract
• 1 tsp. lemon zest, fresh
• ½ cup confectioner’s sugar
• 4 tbsp. half and half cream

Mascarpone Crème Fraiche:

• 3 (8-oz.) packages mascarpone, room temperature
• 1¼ cups crème fraiche
• 1 cup confectioner’s sugar
• 1½ tsp. vanilla extract

• As needed, sliced toasted almonds
• As needed, fresh mint sprigs
• As needed  whole Starwberries 

Directions:
Yield: 1 Three-Layer Cake
Prep Time: 60 minutes
Bake Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 90 minutes

1. To prepare cakes: preheat oven to 350 degrees. Coat three 8-inch cake pans with nonstick cooking spray. Place a round of parchment paper on the bottom of each pan; spray with cooking spray.

2. Using a handheld or stand mixer fitted with a paddle attachment, combine buttermilk, sugar, eggs, vanilla extract and almond extract in bowl and mix until fully blended. With a rubber spatula, scrape down sides of bowl.

3. In a large bowl, combine flour, almond flour, baking powder and salt. Add to buttermilk mixture and beat on low until fully blended. Scrape down sides of bowl.

4. Slowly add oil to buttermilk/flour mixture and beat on medium-low until fully blended.

5. Divide batter evenly between prepared pans. Bake for 25 to 30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center of each cake comes out clean. Cool in pans for 10 minutes; invert on wire rack to release cakes.

6. To prepare glaze: combine honey, vanilla extract, lemon zest, confectioner’s sugar and half and half in a bowl and whisk until smooth. Brush tops and sides of warm cakes evenly with glaze. Cool cakes completely. (If making cakes ahead, wrap tightly and freeze.)

7. To prepare mascarpone crème fraiche: combine mascarpone, crème fraiche, confectioner’s sugar and vanilla extract in a large bowl and whisk until smooth.

8. To assemble cake: place first cake on cake pedestal or serving plate. Spread about ¼ of mascarpone crème fraiche over top of cake. Top with second cake layer. Spread about ¼ of mascarpone crème fraiche over top of cake. Top with third cake layer. Spread about ¼ of mascarpone crème fraiche over top of cake. Spread remaining ¼ of mascarpone crème fraiche on sides of cake to make a light crumb coating. Using a bench scraper or cake spatula, lightly scrape top and sides of cake to remove excess mascarpone crème fraiche forming a smooth surface.

Get ready to fall in love with Bailey's Fork all over again. I've seen the early cut of the movie and it is so wonderful!

The settings are perfect and Erin Cahill and Brendan Penny make the perfect Kelly and Andrew.

You're going to love all the back stage scenes and Maneet Chauhan, who has been a judge on Chopped! on the Food Network, is the host of the Four Square show in this movie. Re-read the book so you'll recognize the changes. 

Mark the dates on your calendar right now, and tell your friends!

Let's make the cake and get together to watch this movie together. Shout out to my sweet friend Nancy. How many Hallmark books and Hallmark movies does this make?

PREMIERING Saturday February 15 9:00 PM/8c

Wednesday February 19 10:00 PM/9c

Saturday February 22 7:00 PM/6c

Sunday February 23 2:00 PM/1c

Tuesday February 25 4:00 PM/3c