A delightful read about second chances and making a family. Dani has pulled herself up, put herself through vet school (quite an accomplishment) and now she's moved her two girls Mia and Silver to a small town in Idaho for a vet residency and the possibility of buying the practice. Wow. Silver is at that age- you know the one- where nothing is right and now she's gone from the city to Haven Point so of course she's going to get into trouble (not bad trouble but trouble nonetheless.). Dani has enough on her mind that she doesn't want to deal with her attraction to her neighbor Ruben Morales, a Deputy Sheriff who is also the son of her boss. But, as can be expected, things aren't that simple. There are enough wiggles in this plot to keep you turning pages and the relationships are well done. Thanks to Netgalley for the ARC. I'd not read this series before which I understand is meshed rather than sequential (yay for that!). I very much enjoyed this and will look for Thayne in the future.

Grab a box of tissues and enjoy. A sweet romance. Mother and two girls move to small town. trying to leave the sins of their father behind. Adorable dogs and loving family relationships, even when strained, add heart to the story.

First, I must call attention to the absolutely gorgeous cover of this book. From the raised sparkles and printing on the front of it to the classy deckled edges of the pages, this book is a pure delight. Then, when I opened it and found myself back in Haven Point for another of RaeAnne Thayne’s fantastic Christmas stories, it was like being with family and friends. Thayne is a master at capturing the essence of small-town living and populating her stories with realistic, caring, engaging characters.

Ruben Morales and Dani Capelli are the main characters in Season of Wonder, and it was such fun to meet them and see their relationship grow and develop. I loved how caring Ruben was with Dani’s two girls and how he related to them so well. He was such a tender, loving hero.

This book is part of an ongoing series, but it can easily be read as a stand-alone. It was fun to see characters from Thayne’s previous books in the series pop up in this story. This author is one of my favorites. Her books are well-written and easy to read and immerse myself in. I would recommend this to anyone who enjoys small town romances.

I voluntarily reviewed a complimentary copy from the publisher/NetGalley. All opinions are my own.

I have absolutely loved this series from the very start and this book continues to entertain and delight me. I loved Dani and Rueben's story. They were funny, poignant, and lovable right from the beginning to the end. I loved the way other woman were chasing Rueben but he had eyes for only one woman. I like the way they addressed moody teenagers especially in relation to moving locations and children acting out. It was heartwarming to see how this couple find their way to each other while each fights their own demons. I thoroughly enjoyed this story and I hope their will be move Haven Point to come!!!

Reading this Haven Point story is like coming home. I have really enjoyed all of them. This one is no different. I fell in love with Ruben, Dani, Silver and Mia. Dani came there to start over. She has gone through veterinary school and is ready to start being the best veterinarian she can be and a good mother too. Silver has been resisting the new home and has gotten herself into trouble. Ruben can remember when he was Silver's age and is trying to help her make some good decisions, besides, he really likes Silver and Mia. He really likes Dani too, but she doesn't seem to want any kind of relationship. So, he will just be her friend. Easier said than done. Dani feels like she has made more than her share of bad decisions, so she won't get involved with anyone. It wouldn't be fair to her daughters if she made another mistake. Can Ruben change her mind?

Daniela Capelli and her two daughters have moved to Haven Point, where she is doing an internship at the veterinary clinic with plans to fully take it over. Dr Morales has semi retired and looking forward to full retirement and turning the clinic over to her. His generosity includes a beautiful home on the lake for her and her girls to live in. There’s a problem though. Her next-door neighbor is Dr Morales son. Ruben Morales is a deputy, exuding authority which makes her feel uneasy. However he’s also very good looking, has two dogs that he loves and brings them to her for their check up. While taking one of the dogs from him, she accidentally brushes against him and shivers. She cannot afford to act on an attraction to him. Ruben thinks she is a warm and loving mother and definitely beautiful, but that he should forget about the attraction he has to her. Daniela has had to be so disciplined going through veterinary school and having thousands of dollars in student loans to pay back. She is all serious and business like. After a rough childhood where her father walked out when she was two, and her mother dying when she was eight, she was placed into the foster care system. She was pregnant when she married Tommy at age 17. Her daughter Silver is now 13. Tommy was troubled and a criminal. He was in jail then got out and she got pregnant again this time with Mia. Mia is now 6 years old. Daniela had divorced Tommy because he kept returning to a life of crime All of these things make her uneasy around law enforcement. Silver is a teenager, moody and sarcastic. After begging to spend some time one evening with her friends she gets caught during an act of vandalism. Why did it have to be Deputy Morales boat? And why did he have to catch her? Ruben went outside to investigate why his dog was barking and heard multiple voices Silver denied anyone else was involved. After managing to avoid charges and agreeing to clean up the vandalism she created, things seemed to be doing better. But soon a tie will be revealed between the acts of vandalism and a theft of $250 for a charity collection which was stolen from Silvers school office. Ruben, as deputy, is called in to the school to investigate. It might looks like Silver took the money but things are not as they appear. Amazingly, Silver actually seems to like Ruben. Her youngest daughter Mia adores Ruben. Still Daniela tries to resist being around him. They wind up being around each other anyway, and during the holidays even spends time with his family. Is it possible for them to have a relationship? There is still that one thing, that secret that she does not want to get out about Tommy. Does Ruben find out? If he does find out will it change his feelings for her?

Season of Wonder is the 9th book in the Haven Point Series. Haven Point is such a nice, charming town to visit during the holidays. Always welcomes you with open arms. A can't miss read.

What a fantastic way to get me into the Christmas spirit!!! Season of Wonder is a cozy holiday read that packs a big emotional punch! From the beginning my heart went out to Dani Capelli and her daughters! Being a single mom isn’t easy, but Dani’s hoping that moving them across the country to take a job in Haven Point, Idaho could be just the change they desperately need. As the story unfolds, I absolutely loved what RaeAnne Thayne had in mind for Dani and her handsome and kind neighbor, Ruben, who also happens to the towns Deputy Sheriff! Ruben is an amazing friend to Dani as well as a fantastic role model to her girls, but can Dani let down her guard to let him into her heart!?!?

Ok, right off the bat I have to ask why the heck haven’t I read any of the previous installments in this series!?! The town is charming and the characters are incredibly endearing- I promise that I will definitely be reading the entire Haven Point series! That being said, I thoroughly enjoyed Season of Wonder! It was a great Christmas read, but it was so much more than that! Dani’s backstory tugged at my heartstrings and because of the I was keeping my fingers crossed she would find happiness! I highly encourage everyone read this 4.5 star novel! I am so excited to dive into the prior books in the Haven Point series!

This book had a quiet quality about it, slowly building page by page. Dani was a bit prickly, but when you learn her past it makes sense. I wished that Dani would have given Haven Point more a of a chance, she would have seen that most of the people there wouldn't care, they look to what is, not what happened.

Dani's girls were cute, Mia, so adorable, Silver, just started to be the surly teen. Silver seemed to be at the center of so much trouble, learning some hard lessons along the way.

Ruben seemed to be there every time Dani and the girls turned around. I liked how he never pushed, just let his actions show what kind of a man he was, which was how he quietly won Dani over.

There's nothing I like better than to be in Haven Point at Christmastime! This author can create stories and characters that put me in the time and place that make me feel like I'm right there in that town alongside these people, experiencing what they are! I feel like I know all of them - and I wish I did! In this book we have Dani, her two children and Deputy Reuben Morales as the main characters. I fell in love with Reuben. He's one of my favorite characters in the whole series! You don't have to read any of the other books to know what is happening in this book, it's a standalone, but all of the books in this series are great. I would love to live in Haven Point! Dani and her kids come from back east to Idaho to run the veterinary clinic in town from Reuben's father. Dani has a difficult past and she's risen above it. She doesn't want to start a relationship with a man during this busy time but she's drawn to Reuben. He's so kind and compassionate to her and her children. Silver and Mia were written so realistically, especially Silver who is a teenager and gets in all kinds of trouble. I wasn't particularly fond of Dani all the time through the book. She seemed a little too rude and standoffish most of the time but in the end, she changed. I know her background wasn't the best but I still felt she could have been nicer! I loved her young daughter, Mia, though and as I said, Reuben was awesome! The whole book is awesome for the holidays and I highly recommend it to anyone! It will put you in the Christmas spirit!
I received this book through Net Galley & the author but was not required to review it. These thoughts are my own.

RaeAnne Thayne is one of my favorite authors. Her books always leave me all mushy and happy and ready to jump into another one of her stories. She knows how to capture me with her writing and never leaves me unsatisfied. What more could I ask for?

Season Of Wonder was wonderful. Superb writing, great characters, some laughs and of course, it wouldn’t be a RaeAnne Thayne book if I didn’t get a little misty eyed.

Dani Capelli and her two daughters have recently moved to Haven Point.

Ruben Morales is a deputy sheriff and Dani’s next door neighbor.

These two haven’t had too much contact with each other, but when Dani’s oldest daughter Silver gets herself into trouble, Ruben, Dani and the kids work together to make things right.

I absolutely loved and adored Ruben. I thought he was a great hero. I’ll admit, I had a hard time warming up to Dani, but by the end of the story she had grown on me. Mia of course was freaking adorable.

I recommend this story for all fans of RaeAnne Thayne and anyone else who just wants to read a nice Christmas story.

Season Of Wonder is Book #9 in the Haven Point series and can be read as a standalone.

4.5 Stars

Dani and her two daughters move across country so Dani can take a veterinary internship. While Mia is pretty fine with the move, her older daughter, Silver wants to be with the friends that she left behind in Boston. Dani very much keeps herself to herself but circumstances force her to let her attractive neighbor into their lives. A pretty predictable story,, but a fun one, nonetheless.

This took a bit to get into but it was well worth reading on. Once it picked up, I couldn't wait to get to the end. Very enjoyable holiday story.

RaeAnne Thayne takes us back to Haven Point at Christmas time. Dani and her daughters are new in town. She’s the new veterinarian set to take over the ready-to-retire Dr. Morales’ practice. Older daughter Silver isn’t happy in a new place and school but younger daughter Mia loves the town and everyone she meets. When Silver acts out in a big way their neighbor becomes involved with the family.

Deputy Ruben Morales (son of Dr. Morales) is someone Dani wants to avoid. If she offends him it could jeopardize her future in Haven Point. The problem is, there’s a growing attraction and it’s not one-way. Ruben has made it a policy not to date women with children. He doesn’t know what to do when he realizes he actually enjoys Dani and her girls. This could go well or very, very wrong for everyone involved.

For good reason Dani has had trust issues her entire life. She wants to provide her daughters with a different life. Is that even possible without opening herself to the possibilities that present in Haven Point. She’s about to find out. Season of Wonder is a lovely novel about the good that can come from rising above challenges both big and small.

Although this is Book 9 in the Haven Point series, each book can be read as a stand-alone. But it's nice seeing some characters from previous books in this series too. It makes you feel like you know just about everyone in this small Idaho town of Haven Point.

Unlike many of RaeAnne Thayne's other books, this one took me awhile to really get into it. However, I must say that Deputy Ruben Morales made my heart go pitter-patter from the first moment he walked into the veterinary clinic. The chemistry between Ruben and Dani is instantaneous, but Dani's past keeps her at a distance and somewhat anti-social. It takes a bad choice made by Silver, Dani's teenage daughter, to bring Ruben and Dani together. My second favorite character was little Mia, Dani's youngest daughter, who could melt your heart in a flash.

Season of Wonder is a nice Christmas story. Between the tree trimming, the boat parade, and the twelve days of Christmas secret plan, this was a nice light read for the holidays.

We return to Haven Point and get to know the new town Vet, Dani Capelli and her two daughters, Silver and Mia. They live next door to Deputy Sheriff, Ruben Morales whose father, Frank gave Dani the job and a place for her and the girls to live. Ruben and Dani have an attraction right from the start but Dani has too many secrets and past hurts to let it go anywhere. When Silver gets in trouble Ruben steps up in a big way to help this family and soon Dani finds herself drawn to a man she never thought she could have or be worthy of.

I love going back to this little town to catch up on previous characters and meet new ones. This story is a wonderful tale of starting over, new beginnings, and learning to trust again. My heart hurt for Dani as she was struggling with such a sad past and was so afraid to let anyone in. Ruben was such a strong, caring man who went the extra mile for this family. This author has such a talent when writing about families who aren’t perfect but are strong and loving. This was such a sweet holiday read and I thoroughly enjoyed it.

I received an ARC from NetGalley for an honest review.

RaeAnne Thayne’s 2018 Christmas story lives up to all of the previous eight stories in the Haven Point series. You don’t need to have read the previous stories but some of those characters do make an appearance. Dani Capelli is a single mom of two daughters, one of whom is a moody thirteen -year -old. Dani gets to know her neighbor, the local deputy sheriff, Ruben Morales, when he brings her daughter home after catching her ”red handed” near his vandalized boat. Dani is hiding secrets about her past life that she fears will jeopardize the life she is trying to build along with her veterinary practice. Christmas can be a magical season and Reuben does his best to make it a memorable one for Dani and her daughters.

This is an excellent book and I highly recommend it. Dani has not had an easy life and is determined to make a better on for her Girls. Ruben grew up in a loving home, he doesn't understand why Dani wouldn't want to take a change on him. He is already half in love with her and her daughters. Can he convince her?

You will not want to miss the latest installment of the Haven point series.

Thank you Netgalley and Harlequin for allowing me to read this title for an honest review

Reading this book was purely decadent, I did not want it to end.
The characters captured my heart from Dani’s cute little dimpled daughter to the teenage one who was getting in trouble and had lots to teen drama and Ruban I can see him being the book boyfriend of all the single mothers that read this book, and then there’s Dani,who could not love her? With all the guilt and blame she feels for the terrible things her ex did after they were divorced and she hadn’t even seen him, she spends her life working and trying to raise her girls and give them the best life she can
This book has all that warm hearted small town feel I recommend you do not miss it.

I couldn’t put this one down! I’ve enjoyed other Haven Point stories, but this one really grabbed me. Maybe I connected with the children and pups, or maybe it’s just that I’m happy Ruben finally got his story. Either way, the characters are so real that you’ll root for them, especially when the going gets tough. Add in all of the traditions of Christmas and I’m sure you’ll enjoy this one, too!