A Pumpkin and a Patch

De: Jennifer Peel

Narrado por: Stefanie Kay

Every person has that one thing they’re known for, and it doesn’t matter what you do, that one thing—whether good or bad—follows you around like a bloodhound for the rest of your life. For me it’s a story I wrote when I was 15. Forever more I will be known as the Reece the Rogue Pirate girl, instead of Josie Peterson. Why couldn’t I be known for all the cute children’s stories I’ve written about my family’s pumpkin patch?

Tragically, the torrid story I wrote as a teen was based on a real person, Reece Cavanaugh. And guess what? He grew up to be a pirate—okay, lawyer. Same thing. To make matters worse, the man is representing my ex-fiancé, who wants to steal my treasure, a.k.a. my engagement ring. If that wasn’t the icing on the cake, Reece has an adorable daughter who happens to be my new student. That’s right, I must now have actual conversations with him after avoiding him for half my life, even by hiding behind banana displays when needed.

But the more I get to know Reece—the real version, not the imaginary one who ravishes me on sandy beaches—I can’t help but wish we could roll around in the sand together. There’s a problem, though: The school I work for frowns upon relationships between parents and teachers. And it’s pumpkin season, which means all my free time is spent on the family farm. But when he kisses me, I can’t help wanting to break all the rules and get tangled up in the barn. The burning question is, am I brave enough to make my story a reality, or will it be another bad ending?

From USA Today best-selling author Jennifer Peel comes a curl-your-toes-and-cuddle-up-with-your-favorite-blanket-and-cocoa romantic comedy.

©2022, 2122 Jennifer Peel (P)2024 Jennifer Peel

A pleasant book for gardening and/or a long drive

This author was new for me and I'm glad to have given this book a try! It's always a pleasure to find books without profanity and sex scenes, which are mostly fillers and not talent that lengthen a novel. However, there were a few too many "shizzle" entries. ;) The story was one with redeeming qualities, displaying the perseverance of a woman overcoming past challenges and growing up to engage in adulthood, with contentment, in love. The same is true for the male character. The narrator, Kay, could have made him much less of a heavy-breather while talking and would be spot on. :D Enjoy!

Patch

It’s official! I am officially a huge fan of books by Jennifer Peel!Stephanie Kay is amazing too! “Patch” is a very fun, funny, and romantic story. And the end was so perfect! Five stars!

All the feels with this one!

I've read almost every book written by Jennifer Peel, and this one was exceptionally good! The characters and the storyline just clicked with me.

On one hand it's a lighthearted story that was sweet and funny, with a very swoony romance. On the other hand, it has a lot of depth and poignancy as it deals with childhood bullying and its aftermath, and a woman who finally finds herself.

I thought the narrator was excellent. She brought a lot of feeling and emotion to the story, and to each character.

What I loved:
Chemistry between MCs
Reece's daughter, Andi
Josie and Jenna's conversations
Cozy fall vibes
Cider and pumpkin doughnuts
Tractor rides
Reject the lies—tell yourself truths
Letting go of the past
Apologies
Closed door
Cute proposal
HEA

A Pumpkin And A Patch is a perfect fall read that will make you want to wrap up in a cozy blanket with a cup of cocoa, or head out to your nearest pumpkin patch. It might even help you extend grace and compassion to your younger self. It did for me.

Perfect fall romance

OH. MY. HEAVENS. All the stars and heart eyes for this book. From the dual meaning of 'pumpkin' and 'patch' this book has so many sweet and swoony parts! I kept getting texts from one of my book besties "this is SO good!" "you have to read this when it releases!". Listening to the audiobook was even better than reading the book. The narrator did a fantastic job with Josie and Reece's story, and I WAS NOT disappointed.

Since they weren't allowed to openly date Josie and Reece were just going to just be friends, but I knew that couldn't last forever. Besides the chemistry between them being off the charts, Reece doesn't hide the fact that he's totally into Josie! This guy isn't playing games and it's completely swoony and sigh worthy. I have two words for you 'tractor kisses' (IYKYK). Holy Moly!!

I loved Josi and Reece together. He's so good for her and just what she needed. The man in your life should support you through your difficult times and help you be the best you can be, and that's what Reece did with Josie. When lawyer Reece made an appearance and stood up to the principal of the school that was super hot and swoony!!

Want to know what else women find attractive and sexy? An involved dad who volunteers to be a room parent! Andi's a lucky little girl to have a dad who cares so much about her. Speaking of Andi, she's the cutest and I couldn't help but fall in love with her too. All the scenes at the pumpkin patch with the kids were adorable.

Start your fall off with this amazing and swoony romance--you won't be regret it. Content: super swoony kisses (nothing more) and a few biblical swears (no profanity)

Stefanie Kay is an awesome narrator and has quickly become one of my favorite rom-com narrators. I especially love how she did the voice for Josie's inner voice.

Holy pumpkin spice!

This author is an auto buy for me and this is no exception. I have the book, but this audio is fantastic! The narrator will have you falling in love with Reece from the very first time he speaks. The swooniest of stories with all the heart eyes.

Cute story.

I enjoyed the storyline and idea. Where it fell flat for me is in the constant mention of the "Pirate girl" and the Rogue Pirate story. It was near obsession of the MC which made me dislike her a bit. A bit over the top sappy. Yes, it's a romance - but a little too sugary sweet and the love interest was overly doting and tossed out compliments to where the sexual tension became something to only hope for.

One of my favorites this year!

I adored this book! Josie is such an amazing heroine and Reece was such a fantastic book boyfriend! Love!!!

Josie is one of my favorite characters

I love this story and the audiobook version was a great listen. I loved the narration Reece was all dreamy and persistent without being annoying. Josie was a sweetheart with things in her life she was trying to work through. Her family was a hoot but also a bit crazy on their own they made laugh out loud and then want to yell at them the next minute. Definitely Recommended.

Sweet romance to enjoy the fall season

I loved this book. It stayed sweet- with some spicy touches. Great kissing scenes without making me uncomfortable. I love the change topics it addresses as well, bullying and self esteem issues. It was so charming and I loved it. But I always love her books.

Pure fun!

Loved this book. My husband started listening after hearing me laugh out loud so hard that it was hard to breathe.