I wanted to read this book from the moment I laid eyes on the cover. One Day In Apple Grove is book 2 in the Small Town USA series. That alone had me excited. I love novels that are based in small town America, like Debbie Macomber's Cedar Cove. I love the local color and the quirky residents that these towns have.But everything about this book is too good to be true. From Caitlin, the sweet small town girl, working in her parent's business to Jack the wounded soldier who has come home to take over his father's family practice.The only thing that really made this story fun was the little black dog, Jamie, who was a holy terror, much like Marley! I love how their relationship grew out of caring for this stray animal while they waited to see if he had an owner, however the plot twist that involved his owner didn't sit well with me at all.Don't get me wrong, this wasn't a bad book, it just felt like something that has been written a hundred million times over. Well that and maybe how Caitlin comes across as very childlike at the beginning of the book.Truth be told, I almost thought she was a teenager and not a woman in her twenties.Her relationship with Jack grows out of taking care of the dog. That was cute. I loved the things that Jamie got into. He was such a typical puppy.Which brings me to the romance element. There's definitely chemistry between Cait and Jack, but the sex scenes just didn't work for me. Maybe it is me, but I prefer sweet romance with illusions of love making in these small town books.And then there's Jack's PTSD (Post Traumatic Stress Disorder for those not in the know). I wish something else could have been the root of the very small amount of conflict in this book.If you are looking for a book to pass the time, this is as good as any, but don't expect a stellar read. Love, love, love this book!!! One Day is Apple Grove is a compelling love story about a wounded hero and a small town girl. Caitlin Mulcahy is about as small town as they get. She is a loving, hard working, daddy’s girl who is just stubborn enough to keep everyone on their toes, but she is also vulnerable and puts her heart on her sleeve. Jack Gannon has seen things that haunt him, but he is back in Apple Grove assuming his father’s role as town physician. Jack is sweet, kind, honest and loving but he has demons he must face before he gets his happily-ever-after.This is just a wonderful read about the healing power of love – love for each other, love from your family, love from your town and of course love from a sweet cuddly pet. C.H. Admirand has written this sweet love tale beautifully from beginning to end. She stays on track with the story line throughout the book while carefully introducing other characters and their stories. She did a great job depicting small town life. The characters of the book are just as well developed as the setting. This book will have you laughing, and crying before the end. Love the Apple Grove series!RATING: 4.5HEAT RATING: SWEETREVIEWED BY: A. LynREVIEW COURTESY OF: My Book Addiction and More
What do You think about One Day In Apple Grove (2013)?
This was a really cute book. I loved the characters, and was sorry to see it end!
—fhss
Fell in love with the cover. That's it.
—Christine
