Catoctin Creek Collection: Books 1-4


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Looking for a sweet countryside escape? Leave the real world behind and slip into someplace a little more comfortable in Catoctin Creek. Delight in three sweet romances in these interconnected novels, filled with characters you'll love getting to know better in each book! This close-knit farming community is ready to welcome you. Get some fried chicken with a side of gossip at the Blue Plate Diner, stop by Rosemary's Notch Gap Farm to meet the horses of her equine sanctuary, and take in an exciting horse show at Elmwood Equestrian Center! Each novel includes a happily-ever-after finish and features the return of characters from previous books! Sunset at Catoctin Creek Meet Rosemary and Stephen: a country mouse and a city boy who can't help falling in love. They're ready to pursue their romance at (almost) any cost. But when Stephen's plans for the farm neighboring Rosemary's property interfere with her farm's serenity, she has to put her foot down. What's an investor with no other prospects to do? Stephen will stop at nothing to find a way to keep Rosemary's heart and happiness intact. Snowfall at Catoctin Creek Kevin McRae's high-stress job and city life have him at his absolute limit. Nikki Mercer is dreaming of better things than the diner she inherited from her aunt. Ever since he visited Catoctin Creek with Stephen, Kevin has been dreaming of the country life -- and Nikki's fiery charm. He's ready to leap into a new life, and take her with him. But Nikki doesn't believe her little town is ready for the change she wants, and she's not sure Kevin is prepared for country life, either. Kevin can't help but think it's up to him to spur Nikki towards claiming her dreams. Naturally, Nikki thinks that's pretty presumptuous of him -- but kind and thoughtful, too . . . Springtime at Catoctin Creek Sean Casey is the worst, and Nadine doesn't care who knows her feelings on the matter. The worst coworker, the worst riding instructor, the worst, in general. She's finally found a job in her hometown, and she's not willing to risk her position at Elmwood Equestrian Center by giving Sean a single inch of ground. But when they are pushed into working on the upcoming horse show together, Nadine finds that there's more to Sean than his expensive riding clothes and lazy demeanor. A lot more, actually. Christmas at Catoctin Creek As the holidays approach, the little town of Catoctin Creek is rocked by two surprises: a missing hiker in the Catoctin Mountains making headlines, and the appearance of twelve horses who need sanctuary at Rosemary's rescue farm. As the town rallies to help Rosemary, a reporter arrives in town seeking answers in the missing hiker's case -- and captivates the town's newly returned prodigal son. Catching up with Catoctin Creek this Christmas will be full of surprises, a hint of mystery, and a lot of the love which makes this town so special! Enjoy these sweet, small town romances one after another with this collection! For fans of small town and cowboy romance, including authors such as Nora Roberts, Elana Johnson, Robyn Carr, Susan Mallery, or Sherryl Woods. For fans of books including equestrian themes, horses, horseback riding, horse rescue, country life, clean and wholesome romance, and country romance.













Before the Scarlet Dawn


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In 1775, Hayward Morgan, a young gentleman destined to inherit his father's estate in Derbyshire, England, captures the heart of the local vicar's daughter, Eliza Bloome. Her dark beauty and spirited ways are not enough to win him, due to her station in life. Circumstances throw Eliza in Hayward's path, and they flee to America to escape the family conflicts. But as war looms, it's a temporary reprieve. Hayward joins the revolutionary forces and what follows is a struggle for survival, a test of faith, and the quest to find lasting love in an unforgiving wilderness. "Gerlach's novel is an immensely emotional read with surprising twists I never anticipated." - FreshFiction.com "Ms. Gerlach's unique literary prose has once again captured my heart with a stirring tale of love and loss, desperation and hope during one of the most uncertain times in American History--the Revolutionary War. I cannot wait for the next book in the series!" - MaryLu Tyndall, author of Surrender the Dawn "Filled with true-to-life characters whose struggles will linger with readers long after the last page is turned, Before the Scarlet Dawn is a memorable story of Revolutionary War-era England and America." - Amanda Cabot, author of Summer of Promise "Rita Gerlach has written a colorful historical with a feisty heroine on a search for survival, romance, and a place to belong." Cynthia Hickey, author of the Summer Meadows mysteries "A stirring story of love and its consequences, Before the Scarlet Dawn will draw you in from the start and not let you go again." - Roseanna M. White, author of Love Finds You in Annapolis, Maryland and Jewel of Persia "While reading Before the Scarlet Dawn, you'll travel back in time--and from England to Maryland--without ever leaving your easy chair! This is a big, beautiful, well-told story of love, faith, and the struggles of war that changed lives...and hearts. I can't wait to read the next book in this series!" Loree Lough, best-selling author of more than 80 award-winning books, including reader favorite From Ashes to Honor "I fell into this book, thinking I'd escaped into a typical historical romance, but as I followed Eliza Bloome through heartache, sin, guilt and grief, followed by a questioning of her faith, I couldn't read it without taking a good look at my own mistakes, my own conceptions about love and romance and how faith can sometimes lead you to some very unusual places." - Julie L. Cannon, author of Truelove & Homegrown Tomatoes, 'Mater Biscuit, and Twang.




Grabbing Mane


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"Buy a horse, they said. It will be fun, they said." Casey Halbach's life was perfectly on track. She had it all: good friends, loving boyfriend, decent job with her very own cubicle. Then, she met Sky. Riding instructor, barn manager, and whirlwind of energy, Sky effortlessly launches Casey back into the saddle. After fifteen years behind a desk, Casey was a little rusty... but the more time she spends at the stable, the more she never wants to leave. Friends are confused, the boyfriend is concerned, and Casey is conflicted -- but when she decides to take the plunge and buy a horse of her own, she realizes that she was just dabbling in the shallow end before. Now, Casey's pretty sure she's in over her head, but the crazy thing is: She thinks she likes it this way. Can anyone balance life, work, and horses? Casey's going to give it a try. Indeed, she's pretty sure she doesn't have a choice. For anyone who has ever loved a horse, dreamed about their very own pony, or simply clock-watched their way through another boring day at the office, Grabbing Mane is our story. Testing the boundaries of who we think we are, adjusting to strange new realities, and (hopefully) bringing our partners along for the ride: balancing real life, and equestrian life, isn't easy. Grabbing Mane is Book One in a new series about adult amateur equestrian life, from award-winning author Natalie Keller Reinert. Early Reviews for Grabbing Mane: "Natalie has done it again and with all new characters! I loved getting to know Casey, Brandon and of course the lovely James! I especially liked the fact that Casey was just like all of us, bitten by the horse bug but having to make her way in the real world, with all the conflicts and confidence issues that haunt horse-girls everyday." - Kathleen Edwards, Goodreads "It is relatable and extremely well-written. Anyone who has been into horses and has walked away for a while will understand." -Jo, Goodreads







Christmas at Catoctin Creek


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A romance born from a mystery, as the holidays arrive in Catoctin Creek. When reporter Kelly O'Connell arrives in Catoctin Creek, the last thing on her mind is falling in love. She's here for answers about a missing hiker, and just maybe to get away from her dissatisfaction with the way her life has turned out. But when she runs into the small town's newly returned prodigal son, the sparks between them are undeniable - and quick to kindle into romance! Meanwhile, the residents of this big-hearted town are pulling together this holiday season, helping one another deal with some surprise twists of their own, and planning a Christmas carnival to remember. Slip into someplace more comfortable! The little town of Catoctin Creek, Maryland is waiting for you. With storylines including memorable characters from the rest of the Catoctin Creek series, you'll love every minute you spend here!




Forward


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Jules the riding instructor. It’s not exactly what she expected out of her career, but things are going fine, and it’s better than living in a horse trailer, right? Most of the time, sure. But the cracks begin to show as the eventing season winds up and summer sets in across Florida. Pete’s new horse has an overbearing owner who is pressuring him into pushing the horse too fast. Dynamo suddenly seems to be showing his age on the cross-country course. And how on earth is Jules supposed to manage a barn, a dozen kids, and her own competition schedule? She’ll need some help from old friends — and maybe some old enemies, too — but Jules is going to keep moving forward, no matter what. From the pine plantations of north Florida to the skyscraper shadows of the Central Park Horse Show, Forward is all about chasing dreams, wherever they may lead. In this seven-book series, you can join Jules Thornton and a cast of horses and equestrians on an intensely realistic and relatable ride through Three-Day Eventing, as Jules learns not just about becoming a better horsewoman, but a better human. Read the entire series! Bold: A Prequel to the Eventing Series Book 1: Ambition Book 2: Pride Book 3: Courage Book 4: Luck Book 5: Forward Book 6: Prospect Book 7: Home Praise for Natalie Keller Reinert "Natalie Keller Reinert is the author that readers looking for adult equestrian fiction are looking for ... the dialogue is snappy and right on, and the horses and their personalities jump off the page." - Megan D., Grabbing Mane review on Amazon "Strong women are Ms. Reinert's stock in trade and I love it." - Lori, Grabbing Mane review on Amazon "I highly recommend all Natalie Keller Reinert's books." - appychicken, Christmas at Catoctin Creek review on Amazon "You know it's going to be a great day when you can download a new Natalie Keller Reinert book to your tablet!" - LifewithRen, Christmas at Catoctin Creek review on Amazon Perfect for readers of equestrian fiction such as The Horsewoman by James Patterson, Riders by Jilly Cooper, Dark Horse by Dick Francis, The Horse Whisperer by Nicholas Sparks, or books by Sara Gruen (Water for Elephants, Riding Lessons, Flying Changes), as well as fans of equine non-fiction such as Monty Roberts (The Man Who Listens to Horses), Tik Maynard (In the Middle are the Horsemen), Denny Emerson (How Good Riders Get Good, Know Better to Do Better), Susan Richards (Chosen by a Horse) and more.




Beyond the Valley


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When Sarah Carr's husband Jamie drowns, her young life is shattered and takes a turn that she never expected. Pregnant and now widowed, she reaches out to Jamie's family for help but they are unwilling. Instead they devise a plan to have her kidnapped and taken to the Colonies to live a life of servitude. In the wilds of Maryland, Sarah endures the hardships of being indentured and the debasement of being a woman. In despair, she offers up faithful prayers that are answered. But Sarah's new life in the Colonies finds her surrounded by a family's whirlwind of secrets, while she hopes the young doctor she loves will bring her freedom.