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Scent of Cedar: A Sweet Holiday Romance (The Friendly Beasts of Faraday Book 1) Kindle Edition

by Shanna Hatfield (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
4.6 out of 5 stars 495
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She needed a change of pace. . .
No one said anything about a friendly camel or a hunky mechanic

Cedar Haynes has a choice: change her high-pressure lifestyle, or end up dead by the time she’s thirty. Not one to do things by half measures, she quits her demanding corporate job, swaps her sports car for an SUV, and moves to the peaceful mountain community of Faraday. She envisions a quiet, peaceful Christmas, surrounding by silence and sparkling snow. When a camel takes up residence on her porch, she realizes small-town life may be more quirky and complicated than she imagined. Thankfully, the local mechanic seems to have all the answers - plus good looks, bad-boy charm, and a mysterious aura that leaves her wanting to know more.

Rhett Riggs left big city life behind the moment his small-town uncle needed his help. To make ends meet, he takes over Faraday’s one and only garage and gas station. He gets more than he bargained for, though, when Uncle Will passes away, leaving Rhett a run-down farmhouse, a wacky camel named Lolly, and a deep-rooted love for the community he considers his home. With the holidays approaching, he watches with interest as a new neighbor moves in next door. He waits for Lolly to send the woman running, like she has the last handful of residents. Only this time, if his beautiful neighbor leaves, she’ll take his heart with her.

Between spilled secrets, mistaken identities, and a camel determined to spread a little love, it will take more than mistletoe and holiday magic to help Rhett and Cedar find their happy ending.

Come along on a sweet Christmas romance adventure sure to uplift the spirit, touch the heart, and imbue the warmth of the holiday season.

˃˃˃ Read all four sweet romances in The Friendly Beasts of Faraday series!

* Scent of Cedar (Book 1) - A woman in need of a new beginning finds herself tormented by a camel and captivated by the town's bad boy. Can she overcome her fears to embrace a sweet holiday romance?

* Tidings of Joy (Book 2)- Only one woman can draw a shy mail carrier out of his shell, but it will take the help of her donkey and puppy to make it happen.

* Boughs of Holly (Book 3)- A free-spirited nurse winds up on a ranch with a stubborn cowboy and his matchmaking grandpa. Will love triumph over her need to roam?

* Wings of an Angel (Book 4) - Will a fun-loving teacher convince a woman sworn off romance to give love a second chance? He'll need a hand from her son and his furry, feathered friends.

˃˃˃ The inspiration for the stories. . .

The Friendly Beasts Christmas carol mentions a camel, a donkey, a cow, a sheep, and a dove. That sweet carol is what sparked the idea for this series, along with a steal-the-show camel at a live nativity performance.

Start reading this heartwarming holiday series today!
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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B07K7YV9DT
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Wholesome Hearts Publishing (November 16, 2018)
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ November 16, 2018
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 8858 KB
  • Simultaneous device usage ‏ : ‎ Unlimited
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  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 173 pages
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.6 out of 5 stars 495

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Shanna Hatfield

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USA Today Bestselling Author Shanna Hatfield writes sweet romances rich with relatable characters, small town settings that feel like home, humor, and hope.

Her historical westerns have been described as “reminiscent of the era captured by Bonanza and The Virginian” while her contemporary works have been called “laugh-out-loud funny, and a little heart-pumping sexy without being explicit in any way.”

When this farm girl isn’t writing or indulging in rich, decadent chocolate, Shanna hangs out with her husband, lovingly known as Captain Cavedweller. She also experiments with recipes, snaps photos of her adorable nephew, and caters to the whims of a cranky cat named Drooley.

To learn more about Shanna or the books she writes, visit her website http://shannahatfield.com or find out more about her here: linktr.ee/ShannaHatfield

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4.6 out of 5 stars
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Dorothy Roller
5.0 out of 5 stars What a clever story line and a fun story. Brilliant.
Reviewed in the United States on November 20, 2018
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This is a very enjoyable, fun and funny story with animals as a big part of this story and others to follow in this wonderfully thought out series by Ms. Hatfield.
These animals talk to each other and have their own association. That alone cracked me up. Besides trying to figure out the Christmas live nativity when they need another animal, there main goal is to find their humans a partner for life.
This first one has Lolly, the camel who can chase people moving in next door to his humans’ home as fast as she wants.
Can you imagine waking up in your new home to see a camel looking in your back door?
Cedar moves in the Victorian home her sister had renovated and completely furnished before she even moves in. She has no idea who anyone is and does see a red barn next door across the pasture but what she didn’t know is that is where Lolly lives with Rhett his human, plus a dog and cat.

You will laugh, fall in love with Lolly and the main characters and then be disappointed when all falls apart that Lolly has to stage an intervention so to speak to get Cedar and Rhett back together.

You have to get this funny, loving, exciting story that is also illustrated on the cover and the start of each chapter. I highly recommend this fun Christmas story that I don’t think you will ever regret getting it. I think you will want this whole series so go to your favorite book store on line to get your copy for now.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Friendly Family
Reviewed in the United States on December 7, 2023
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I’ve read other books by this author. This one was so different as she opens with the animals talking together about what’s going on. It seems to switch back & forth. Lilly such a friendly camel. Leading her owner to the new neighbor and a romance begins. Cute and very sweet.
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Slugpuppy3
4.0 out of 5 stars Very Enjoyable and Clean Romance
Reviewed in the United States on August 8, 2021
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Scent of Cedar begins with the animals of Faraday plotting to find wives for the small town’s bachelors. It’s the lovely, sweet, entertaining, and romantic story of Cedar and Rhett - and it’s clean!
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Vessel
5.0 out of 5 stars Well worth your time!
Reviewed in the United States on June 15, 2023
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Do yourself a favor and read this book. A quirky, funny camel and her antics made my day! So many little touches, all added together, made this one of my favorites.

One of these is how Cedar got her name. There is a reason the children of her family have tree names, and it got me to thinking of even more possibilities. Magnolia, Willow, Maple…

Has anyone ever suffered with having bought a lemon, when you thought you were getting a dream car? The details surrounding this aspect of the story bring a mixed blessing: Cedar meets Rhett.

I could go on and on with other memorable scenes of this delightful book, but I will let you find those for yourself. Great characters, human and animal alike!
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Linda R
5.0 out of 5 stars Scent Of Cedar (The Friendly Beasts Of Faraday Book 1)
Reviewed in the United States on October 9, 2023
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After her therapist recommends that she reduce the stress in her life, Cedar Haynes moves to the small town of Faraday, Oregon. Relaxing in the peace and quiet, Cedar wonders if she is suffering a setback when a long, hairy face presses against her door.

Rhett Riggs returned to Faraday when the uncle who raised him became forgetful and needed help. Upon his death, Rhett inherited the place, including Lolly, a camel his uncle adopted.

Scent Of Cedar begins The Friendly Beasts Of Faraday by Shanna Hatfield, a series about loveable animals bringing four childhood friends happily ever afters at Christmastime. Lolly was hilarious, and I could see her so vividly, thanks to the author’s writing style. In this first book, the magic of the holiday brings Rhett and Cedar together as he helps her decorate for the season for the first time.

I purchased a Kindle and paperback copy of this book.
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Jan Niblock
5.0 out of 5 stars A wandering camel in Oregon, what could go wrong?
Reviewed in the United States on December 20, 2020
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What a fun story. You will fall in love with Lolly, she is really something else. I really liked the background on the animals in the beginning, it gave you a sense of what to expect.

Rhett really never let himself think that he could have happiness in a family. He never really had a family only his Uncle who took him an abusive childhood. But he was content with his life, his friends and his animals.

Cedar was on the top of the financial world until she lost it mentally. She moved from the big city to the small town of Faraday and adjusting to life in a small town where camels roamed free was more than she expected. But she adapted and came to love being there.

Will Rhett and Cedar find each other and overcome the issues that were brought on by Lolly? You will have to read it to find out. But you will find that this story was truly a sweet story that will make you want to read about Rhett’s other friends.
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BJP
3.0 out of 5 stars Blah
Reviewed in the United States on December 17, 2020
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There are several things that I disliked about this book. It is listed as a Christian romance. What makes it Christian? The FMC mentions going to church? That is the only reference to Christianity. There is no mention of God, prayer, or Bible. It is as if the descriptor "Christian" romance was added to draw in a larger readership. Ms. Hatfield does that with her books. I feel duped.
Come on, proofreaders....a veterinarian would be addressed as Dr. Carol, not Mrs. Carol.
"...men in town where as sinfully..." should be were
"...saw the need to indulge Juniper and I in the silliness" should be "Juniper and me"
This could be a very good book. As it is, It is just okay, not terrific. However, it was free, so the price was right.
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Jeannette
4.0 out of 5 stars Christmas fun.
Reviewed in the United States on July 22, 2023
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If you enjoy Christmas, animals and a good clean romance then this book is for you. Don't expect words of wisdom or anything serious, just smile at the craziness!
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5.0 out of 5 stars So good...
Reviewed in India on June 4, 2023
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Holiday Romance books are my favourite. This one was so good with holiday cheer and nice warm characters. Family and small town with pet animals organising the romance made the reading enjoyable. This author's feat was in keeping me hooked even though I read for short intervals only. She is one of the best and proves it with each one of her books. Many thanks for giving us such wonderful experience...
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Merry
5.0 out of 5 stars Awesome
Reviewed in Canada on January 26, 2019
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Humour and laughter plus people with stubborn personality. Enjoyed thank you for the great read
And I look forward to seeing the next read.
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