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Between Hope & the Highway Kindle Edition

4.3 4.3 out of 5 stars 166 ratings

Running isn't always cowardly.

Liz seeks refuge on a remote ranch in Montana . . .
where no one knows her tragic past.
But her safe haven holds troubles of its own in the form of a sexy cowboy who's too cocky for his own good.

Rawson seems to have it all . . .
but he’d give everything up to change one decision made years ago.
When he returns home to find a strange girl has stolen not only his coveted job but his family's attention, he'll do whatever it takes to hold onto the reins.

Embers of hope flicker to life as work, fate, and a meddling younger brother draw Rawson and Liz together.
But will secrets cause Liz to run again?

You'll love the blend of twists, sizzle, and wit in this cowboy romance.

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“…I don’t think I’ve cried or laughed so much while I’ve read a book in my entire life.” ~ Hunt For Paperbacks blog

“…I am so in love with this book, I think I will actually read it again—which I never do! (excepting Jane Austen’s of course)” ~ Amazon Customer

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Editorial Reviews

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"Ms. Stastny has weaved an endearing tale....a beautiful story about love, loss,redemption, and forgiveness of not only others, but most importantly,ourselves. This is more than a love story, it is a story of family and comingtogether." -Jennifer Peel, author
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an epic taleof romance, unconditional love, redemption, and the power of the human spiritto survive and transform amidst adversity. The metamorphosis of the hero makesthis a highly gratifying read. He grows with each flip of the page, leavingbehind a trail of optimism. This book will make you smile as you witness a truechange of heart." - Taylor Dean, author

From the Back Cover

Sometimesthings get so messed up you have to pick yourself up and get the heck out ofDodge.

That's what Liz Ruthersford does.Memories can be weapons, and hers have become incoming missiles. Fleeing homeand her parents' pity, she seeks refuge on a remote ranch in Montana where noone knows her tragic past.

When Lizmeets the sons of her new boss, life veers off course when she discovers that her safehaven holds secrets and heartbreak of its own.

Thirteen yearold Bentley Law's life changed the night an accident left him partially lameand deformed. For years, he's carried truth's crushing weight upon his smallshoulders...but he'd do that and more for the older brother he idolizes.

Rawson Law appearslike he has it all, yet he'd give it all up for the chance to change onefoolish moment five years ago that left one brother dead, another broken, andhis best friend spiraling down a path of self-destruction.

Embers of hope flicker tolife when Rawson, Liz and Bentley meet, but will bias, bitterness, and thepainful past smother them before they burn bright enough to warm hearts? Or willLiz hit the highway and run once again?

Product details

  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B01KIQ0AGY
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Tangled Willow Press (September 20, 2016)
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ September 20, 2016
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 2.3 MB
  • Simultaneous device usage ‏ : ‎ Unlimited
  • Text-to-Speech ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Screen Reader ‏ : ‎ Supported
  • Enhanced typesetting ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • X-Ray ‏ : ‎ Not Enabled
  • Word Wise ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 336 pages
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.3 4.3 out of 5 stars 166 ratings

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Charissa Stastny
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Charissa Stastny hails from Las Vegas, Nevada, but has never pulled a handle of a slot machine and can't shuffle cards to save her life. Her hobbies include reading, writing, painting, hiking, and savoring good food (especially sushi and chocolate, but not together). She is the author of ten books and 'imagine-eer' of many more. She currently lives in Utah with her husband, four children, two sons-in-law, and the most adorable grandkids on the planet. Connect with her at: www.CharissaStastny.com

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Customers find the book an engaging and heartwarming read that keeps them hooked until the end. They appreciate the well-developed characters and their motivations. The pacing is described as moving, with moments of laughter and tears. The writing style is praised as wonderful and honest. Overall, customers find the message of forgiveness and redemption to be meaningful.

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21 customers mention "Readability"21 positive0 negative

Customers enjoy the book's readability. They find it refreshing and honest, with a nice unexpected happy ending. The story keeps them turning the pages with its twists and surprises. It's described as a fast-paced, positive romance that has a nice HEA.

"4 1/2 ⭐️ This is a really good story. I loved Liz, and Rawson grew on me...." Read more

"...An enjoyable read intertwined with life lessons." Read more

"If you want a fast-paced, positive, sweet romance then this is the book for you...." Read more

"...This has twists and surprises , keeps a person turning the pages. Great job as the author kept us guessing or alluding to situations with some..." Read more

13 customers mention "Story quality"13 positive0 negative

Customers enjoy the engaging story with its heartwarming plot and unexpected twists. They find the narrative entertaining and appreciate the overarching message of love, loss, and forgiveness. The book keeps readers guessing and turning the pages with its surprises.

"Wonderful plot, filled with twists and turns...." Read more

"...recommend this book if you as the reader realize that it’s a raw, gritty story in many ways." Read more

"...Through an entertaining narrative set at a Montana horse ranch, we see the profound effect people can have on each other's lives...." Read more

"...I didn't catch any typos or mixed up names. I also very much enjoyed the last couple chapters...." Read more

8 customers mention "Humor"8 positive0 negative

Customers enjoy the book's humor. They find it engaging, funny, and a page-turner.

"Wonderful plot, filled with twists and turns. Any book that can make me laugh out loud and also make me cry like a baby grants as many stars as I..." Read more

"...I enjoyed the Star Wars references and the humor sprinkled throughout the book. An enjoyable read intertwined with life lessons." Read more

"...You'll laugh, you'll cry, and you'll root for the hero...." Read more

"GIF Good, interesting, fun book. This has twists and surprises , keeps a person turning the pages...." Read more

7 customers mention "Character development"7 positive0 negative

Customers find the characters well-developed and engaging. They fall in love with them quickly.

"...I immediately fell in love with characters, and the author's movement from one point of view to the next was seamless and easy to follow...." Read more

"I really enjoyed how in depth this story goes into character development, motivation and emotions...." Read more

"Well enough written story. Developed characters. I didn’t much care for Lizzie because she was pretty inconsistent...." Read more

"...Well-written with complex characters who have so much going for them despite their guilt, shame and flawed beliefs...." Read more

7 customers mention "Pacing"7 positive0 negative

Customers enjoy the book's pacing. They find it engaging, with humor and emotion. The story keeps readers hooked with its raw, gritty, and wonderful elements.

"...I heartily recommend this book if you as the reader realize that it’s a raw, gritty story in many ways." Read more

"...You'll laugh, you'll cry, and you'll root for the hero...." Read more

"...how in depth this story goes into character development, motivation and emotions...." Read more

"...her emerge, as well as Rawson and other characters, was really very moving. It was a whole lot more than "boy meets girl; the end."..." Read more

5 customers mention "Writing style"5 positive0 negative

Customers enjoy the writing style. They find the characters well-developed and fall in love with them quickly.

"This rating is mostly due to a very good writing style. I didn't catch any typos or mixed up names...." Read more

"Well enough written story. Developed characters. I didn’t much care for Lizzie because she was pretty inconsistent...." Read more

"...Well-written with complex characters who have so much going for them despite their guilt, shame and flawed beliefs...." Read more

"It’s funny , it’s cute , it’s well written and had a nice unexpected HEA" Read more

3 customers mention "Forgiveness"3 positive0 negative

Customers appreciate the message of forgiveness and redemption in the book.

"...Hope & the Highway is a sweet story of young love, friendship, and forgiveness...." Read more

"...you'll appreciate the overarching message of love, loss, and forgiveness...." Read more

"Charissa writes a full story of life, love, lose and redemption. Rather long, but it keeps you reading to the end!" Read more

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  • Reviewed in the United States on September 1, 2017
    Wonderful plot, filled with twists and turns. Any book that can make me laugh out loud and also make me cry like a baby grants as many stars as I can give!

    The story starts out with the age old, boy meets girl, boy and girl hate each other and work their way to love. Rawson returns home to his family's Montana ranch to find Liz who his father hired to train their horses, not only has she taken his job, she took over his bedroom!

    Rawson's younger brother Bently likes Liz and quickly they become friends, because Liz treats him without pity, not seeing his handicaps from a previous bad car wreck.

    Liz came to Montana from Vegas after losing her fiance on the day of their weeding to a car accident caused by an impaired driver running a red light.

    Through trials and turns, Star War quotes and references to ice cream flavors and cereal, you never really knew what was going to happen next.
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  • Reviewed in the United States on April 27, 2020
    4 1/2 ⭐️ This is a really good story. I loved Liz, and Rawson grew on me. I connected with her and her lack of personal self-confidence, as well as her finding a man who won’t let her repeat the lies she believes about herself. Rawson’s growth as a man is impressive, although there are definitely snafus along the way for both of them.

    The book is somewhat Christian in that morals, church, and God are important to Liz. However, if you’re used to reading Christian romance, be forewarned that this book contains a fair amount of cussing, both printed and implied. It was realistic for our world today, unfortunately. There are no f-words or using the Lord’s name in vain, though. Also, I marked 12 spelling/grammar/usage errors, but they were not glaring. Out of 379 pages, it wasn’t too bad. I wouldn’t let that warning deter you from reading it.

    I hope to read more of this author, and I heartily recommend this book if you as the reader realize that it’s a raw, gritty story in many ways.
  • Reviewed in the United States on December 28, 2016
    Between Hope & the Highway is a sweet story of young love, friendship, and forgiveness. Through an entertaining narrative set at a Montana horse ranch, we see the profound effect people can have on each other's lives. Most of the characters grow in some way while learning to forgive not only each other, but also themselves.

    I enjoyed the different perspectives of Liz, Rawson, and Rawson's younger brother Bentley. Bentley silently hopes Rawson and Liz will end up together and that adds a nice dimension to the romance. This novel also shows the importance of teenage abstinence in a fun way. I enjoyed the Star Wars references and the humor sprinkled throughout the book. An enjoyable read intertwined with life lessons.
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  • Reviewed in the United States on March 3, 2020
    This rating is mostly due to a very good writing style. I didn't catch any typos or mixed up names. I also very much enjoyed the last couple chapters. Those, sadly, were the only redeeming factors.

    As some others said, I had a love/hate relationship with this book. I can't count how many times I wanted to put it down. And unlike other reviewers....I could not stand Liz!!!

    ***Potential spoilers***

    Liz was NOT a Christian in any sense of the word. Okay, she went to church and was a virgin. She was THE most selfish, self centered, hateful brat I've ever read about! Yes, Rawson was egotistical, and very much a skirt chaser, but he had his reasons.
    He was rich, he was a model, so very handsome and women were constantly throwing themselves at him. Also, his dad treated him badly for reasons I won't go into as I don't want to totally ruin anyone else reading the book. So, I gave him a break, although the first part of the book, I honestly didn't like him too much.
    However, to his credit, he changed and tried to be a decent man for Miss Thing. Them, when Miss Attitude agreed to be Rawson's girl, she refused to let him kiss her? Yet, she had let her "friend" Mackay kiss her? She allows Rawson to kiss and practically make love to her neck, but won't let him kiss her on the mouth? She says she will be his girl, yet flirts with a handsome cowboy on her flight back from visiting her parents and then gets his number? Then, when said cowboy starts working with her she gushed about him to Rawson who supposedly her boyfriend? And also goes out with him??!UGH! She was very unkind to Rawson, who was trying his best to win her heart.

    I could go on and on as to how much I could not stand Miss Hypocrite. I'm sorry, but she was not a Christian. Especially since she had so much disdain for Damon even though she knew Rawson was trying his best to help his friend heal. That's really showing the love of Christ to your unbelieving boyfriend there, chicky.

    Her only redeeming value was how kind she was to Benny at the beginning. She befriended him when no one else would. That was about the extent of her kindness.

    My favorite character was Benny. What a sweet kid he was. At the beginning, I wasn't sure why there were chapters titled with his name, but it soon became apparent, and I'm so glad.

    Anyway, I rarely stop reading a book and usually only when there's too much sexual innuendos etc, but this time, it was due to the h. However, I just needed closure, so I plugged on.

    Okay, rant over.
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  • Reviewed in the United States on October 28, 2016
    If you want a fast-paced, positive, sweet romance then this is the book for you. I immediately fell in love with characters, and the author's movement from one point of view to the next was seamless and easy to follow.
    In a nutshell, it's a clean romance with layered and complicated characters. You'll laugh, you'll cry, and you'll root for the hero.
    In the bigger picture, you'll appreciate the overarching message of love, loss, and forgiveness. Amazing things happen when you forgive others...even more when you forgive yourself.
    Easy 5 stars!
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  • Reviewed in the United States on January 31, 2018
    I really enjoyed how in depth this story goes into character development, motivation and emotions. Definitely not afraid to delve into deep topics like forgiveness, driving under the influence, death, injuries, blame, substance abuse, and much more. Along with this is romance, family relationships, physical intimacy vs. love, religion, and all rolled into a story that pulls you in and keeps you going until the end. Clean though swearing and sex are topics of discussion.
    I will enjoy rereading this book.
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