I was so thrilled to get the chance to read Hilarie Burton Morgan's book from NetGalley and Harper Collins for an honest review.
Hilarie Burton Morgan is very open, honest and vulnerable as she shares her life as an actress, meeting her husband Jeffrey Dean Morgan, deciding they wanted something different for their family than the hustle and bustle of large cities. They found a cabin in New York and later upgraded to Mischief Farm and spend their days with each other, their children, animals, gardens, good friends. Sharing not just the good times but honestly opening up about how hard it can be to juggle two careers, make time for family, and becoming involved in the wonderful community they have found can be very inspiring. She holds nothing back, showing us the heartbreak of miscarriages as well as the absolute joy at the birth of her children. Hillary shows us how important it is to be involved with community, whether it be purchasing a candy store so the history is not lost to the town or having fundraisers to help a children's home for abused and neglected children. I read this book in one day and hope she continues sharing the wonderful life of Mischief Farm with us all.

I read this book out of my teenage love for One Tree Hill. However Hillarie Burton tells a great story about finding someone to love and somewhere you belong.

I just finished reading The Rural Diaries by Hilarie Burton and I am in awe of this woman. I have been a fan of Hilarie's ever since I watched the show 'One Tree Hill'. Whenever I saw her on her shows and interviews, she came across as a fierce, confident, and friendly person and that was fascinating. So, when I read the first few pages of the story, I was captivated.

As I got deeper into the story, I loved Hilarie's openness and vulnerability. She details everything from her time as a VJ on MTV, wanting to be an actress, meeting her person in Jeffrey Dean Morgan, and finally going after what she wanted. One of the main reasons why I loved this book so much is because she reminded me that no matter what path you thought you were on, you can follow your dreams and can accomplish it if you take a risk and at least try.

In Hilarie bearing it all, she allows readers to see her love of her family, friends, animals, plants, and Mischief Farm. I may not know Hilarie personally but I know this woman is a hard worker, loving mother, and she was made to live on Mischief Farm. Mischief Farm is a huge part of her growth and it is apparent as she tells us about her ups and downs that occurred at the Farm.

Hilarie writes with so much heart and truth and I felt that especially when she talked about her town, Rhinebeck. Her use of imagery made me feel like I was there on the farm. I am going to be taking Hilarie's advice and I can't wait to try some of her recipes.

I give The Rural Diaries 5 stars. It is an inspiring and moving memoir about living a life that important to you. Through all the obstacles Hilarie made it and reminds us that we can too!!