Samantha Morgan has been invited by her publisher Arthur Wentworth to a Christmas party that he is throwing in her honor. She tries to give her editor Charlie every excuse not to go, but Charlie isn't hearing it. You see, Samantha writes novels about Sloane Parker, a female version of James Bond. The marketing team has built Samantha up to be just like her character Sloane, but in reality she's the exact opposite. The only people who know that are her and Charlie.

Now Samantha is on a plane to Wyoming and sitting beside a handsome stranger. On the flight she spills everything to this stranger. Upon arriving at the house she finds out that this stranger is Arthur's son, Drew. Now she's worried Drew will tell his father her lies.

As Samantha spends time with Drew over the week they start to grow close. Then Beatrix, Drews fiancée, shows up and tensions between Drew and Beatrix rise. As Samantha begins to overcome her fears, she starts developing feelings for Drew. Will Samantha be brave enough to get her Christmas romance?

Christmas at the Ranch is a small town romance set in the beautiful mountains of Wyoming. Anita Hughes did an amazing job transporting us to Jackson Hole, WY and you can feel the magic of Christmas. Samantha's character is really the only character that is fully developed in the book. The other characters are flat and leave the reader wanting more. While the concept of the story was cute, I felt it was a bit rushed at the end. I wished there was more time at the end where the characters spent time together or even an epilogue to wrap the story up better. I found all the Sloane book "ideas" on each chapter a bit redundant and annoying. I understand that the author was trying to tie in the Sloane book idea to the chapter, but for me it just didn't work with this book. If you're looking for a cute, quick Christmas read with a bit of Hallmark Movie magic, Christmas At the Ranch is the perfect book for you.

A fun premise. It was interesting to watch the protagonist overcome some of her fears. The romance was tricky. By the end I was skipping over the character's book plots. Eager to get to the happily ever after. Nice to visit Jackson Hole, especially as I have been there. Thanks to the publisher for providing a copy via NetGalley. My review is voluntary.

I've read several other Hughes Christmas stories and enjoyed them but this one wasn't a favorite. Samantha, an author of cool female spy novels, has to spend Christmas at her CEO's ranch in Jackson Hole, in order to keep up her book sales. You have a beautiful setting at the foot of the Tetons but other than that Samantha just felt like a hot mess. The grown woman didn't know what a bison was...

I'll still be checking out other Hughes Christmas books but this one wasn't a win for me.

Thank you to Netgalley and the publisher for an eARC in exchange for an honest review.

Christmas at the Ranch was a fast read with a heartwarming ending. Although the storyline was a bit simplistic, the setting in Jackson Hole, WY and the Tetons made up for it. It was a fun read to get us in the mood for Christmas.

Christmas in July is sometimes just what you need on a Saturday. Anita Hughes's lighthearted book Christmas at the Ranch is filled with cheer and happiness. Think Hallmark Saturday night movie this follows the same formulae. If you are looking for a fun happy read this, is it.

A charming romance to get you in the Christmas spirit.
Many thanks to St. Martin’s Press and to NetGalley for providing me with a galley in exchange for my honest opinion.

Another great Christmas book! I loved this one so much! The moment I saw it, I knew I needed to read it. I absolutely adored the last Christmas book from the year before. This did not disappoint at all! Definitely recommend if you want heartwarming Christmas vibes while reading.

This is a quick, entertaining read. It’s a bit cheesy, but a feel-good romance that’s perfect to put me in the mood for Christmas.

Christmas at the Ranch by Anita Hughes is a fast reading women's read.. Its premise is that sometimes you do what is necessary even if it hurts others. Trust is the most important part in a happy marriage. Samantha learns that she needs to trust herself to live a good life. She has some many fears that it interfered with her life. When she finds true love she realizes that she could face her fears.. Also she finds a diary and learns a secret but is it her secret to tell? Thank you to Netgalley for allowing me to read this novel prior to its publication date.

Oh I do wished that I like this book but just wasn’t for me. The dialogue was extremely awkward and the characters over explain everything. Also the main character was constantly over explained her book plots and it just got old really fast. The story was just ok. Like I said I wish I could of like the book but sadly wasn’t a fan.

Thank you to the publisher & NetGalley for the advance digital copy!

*I received an advanced digital copy of this book in exchange for an honest review*

When I first picked up this book, I was so excited! A Christmas book with a Hallmark feel, usually I love watching Hallmark movies, but this one was not so exciting for me.

I'll get straight to the point, it was cheesy! I could see Hallmark making this book into a movie, just like the author's other book. The plot was pretty dry and predictable, and the characters didn't feel authentic to me. I found myself bored with the story as soon as I figured out where it was heading.

SPOILER ALERT! I hated the fact that the male love interest was originally with someone else during most of the book. I just didn't sit right with me that it was the direction of the plot. Also the name Diana does not mean goddess of the hunt. That is just the name of a Roman goddess. Diana actually means divine.

If you want to read this book, it publishes on September 27, 2022.

This was a fun Christmas read. It's about what happens when a writer who's afraid of lots of things, including flying, is forced to get on an airplane to go to a week long Christmas party hosted by the owner of the publishing company she writes for. The story is about being braver than one thinks, falling in love, and that not everything is as it first appears. Fun quick read.
Received this as an ARC copy from NetGalley and the publisher. All opinions are my own.

If you’re looking for a feel-good romantic read to get you in the Christmas spirit look no further! The author has beautiful descriptions of the landscapes that will make you want to plan your next Christmas getaway to Jackson Hole! The cozy warm feelings of a Christmas romance definitely made this book a must-read for me!

What stops me from giving this book a better rating is the following. The character dialog at times felt forced or fake. Some of the characters lack personality and it's hard to relate to or feel close to them. The romance although written well was slow. I wished there were more romance scenes in the book or that it was a bit longer so we could have more time with the characters together. It felt as a bit anticlimactic because the characters had barely just gotten together and the book was over.

All that being said, this was a good quick read that has a cute lovely Christmas feel!

I would like to extend a special thank you to NetGalley and the publisher, who provided me with a free eARC in exchange for an honest review.

The setting for the book was very charming (snowy, Christmas time in Jackson Hole, Wyoming).

The MC is an author, so there was an interesting element of her writing her next book interwoven with the story.

Towards the end there was an interesting twist I didn’t see coming and a suitably hallmark-ish ending… but getting there included a trope that isn’t my favorite and definitely affected my overall love of the book.

Thank you to netgalley and the publishers for the chance to read an advance copy.

I just finished Christmas at the Ranch by Anita Hughes. Having read several Christmas books by this author, I was looking forward to this new one. However, I have read all the others at Christmas time and was afraid this one would seem a little off reading it in July. I have to admit reading this when the heather is in the 90s with humidity off the charts did take a little away for the enjoyment. Having said that, Hughes’ has come up with another perfectly cute, cozy Christmas read.

Samantha Morgan, the author of the hit Sloane Parker adventure series, is a very flawed person. She is happiest in her apartment with her dog and would rather avoid the outside world. When her publisher insists she attend a week long Christmas party at his Jackson Hole ranch, Samantha is having no part of it. After much persuasion , she ends up going and romance blossoms.

At times , it seemed there were too many story lines going. There is Samantha’s story, Sloane’s story, a story from a diary Samantha finds, and her parents Christmas travels story. Easy to get story lines crossed at times. All together, another hit for Anita Hughes. I would definitely recommend this cozy Christmas romance while curled up with a cup of hot chocolate beside the Christmas tree. A fun easy feel-good read.

This is a sweet Christmas read that would make an adorable television movie. The star of this book, for me, was the setting. Jackson Hole came vividly to life and the Christmas vibes were amazing. This felt more women’s fiction than romance, and the romance felt a bit flat. However, this is an enjoyable book and you will want to pick it up if you love Christmas settings.

I’ve read several holiday romance books by Hughes, and they never disappoint with her well-written characters and locales that scream Christmas with every scene. So if you’re looking for a cozy Hallmark style romance with tons of warm fuzzy feelings and wintery activities in Wyoming then this is going to be right up your alley.

Thank you so much for the opportunity to read! It is a perfect read during the holidays! I love following the characters and their development. I loved being able to become invested with the story and empathize with the characters. I look forward to sharing it with my book club this upcoming winter season!

Christmas at the Ranch by Anita Hughes is a great Christmas novel to read at Christmas or anytime. The romantic story of Drew and Samantha takes many turns in this story. I love the descriptions of the Teton mountains and the many other descriptions in the novel. Read this Christmas love store today.

I enjoyed the plot & the way the story unfolded. Overall, it was an enjoyable read. I Look forward to reading more by this author.