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Cabin Fever
I was a damsel in distress.
I was trapped in a Porsche during a blizzard. No food. No cell service. Not even a curling iron.
And then a shadowy figure emerged from the depths of the blindingly white snow. My handsome prince--except, well, my dashing hero on a mighty steed turned out to be a beast with an eyepatch and a beard, driving a dented pickup truck.
Yes, he saved my life.
But does he have to be such a grouch about it?
I was trapped in a Porsche during a blizzard. No food. No cell service. Not even a curling iron.
And then a shadowy figure emerged from the depths of the blindingly white snow. My handsome prince--except, well, my dashing hero on a mighty steed turned out to be a beast with an eyepatch and a beard, driving a dented pickup truck.
Yes, he saved my life.
But does he have to be such a grouch about it?
186 pages, Kindle Edition
Published July 8, 2019
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October 28, 2021
4 Princess and the caveman Stars
Cabin Fever was my first time reading anything by Annabelle Costa. I really enjoyed it. I felt like for a short book it had good world, character, and relationship development. I did feel there was a bit too much name brand dropping in this book. But with the fact that Nat and Chase were both really rich I could overlook it. Natalie was completely believable as a character. She was rich spoiled but had a good heart, was a hard worker, and didn't look down on others. I like Nat I did feel she was a bit dizzy at times. Now Jake I loved. I would have climb that rough backwoods sexy lumberjack man like a cat on a tree. He was intriguing from the moment he showed up. There was just something about him that really stood out to me. I loved Nat and Jake together. I think my only problem with this book was I felt it was too short. I wanted more of Nat and Jake. I need that HEA not just a HFN. I hope the author writes more books for Nat and Jake!
Cabin Fever was my first time reading anything by Annabelle Costa. I really enjoyed it. I felt like for a short book it had good world, character, and relationship development. I did feel there was a bit too much name brand dropping in this book. But with the fact that Nat and Chase were both really rich I could overlook it. Natalie was completely believable as a character. She was rich spoiled but had a good heart, was a hard worker, and didn't look down on others. I like Nat I did feel she was a bit dizzy at times. Now Jake I loved. I would have climb that rough backwoods sexy lumberjack man like a cat on a tree. He was intriguing from the moment he showed up. There was just something about him that really stood out to me. I loved Nat and Jake together. I think my only problem with this book was I felt it was too short. I wanted more of Nat and Jake. I need that HEA not just a HFN. I hope the author writes more books for Nat and Jake!
July 21, 2019
It was supposed to be a romantic weekend getaway in a remote cabin, or so Natalie thought. Apparently, the blizzard didn’t get the memo that two privileged and wealthy young adults were coming. That is when Jake appeared, a mountain of man, grizzly and scruffy and their savior. But could he be trusted?
And that is when Natalie learned there is more to a REAL man than the labels in his clothes, that evil can lurk anywhere and lies can fall from lips like diamonds from a Tiffany's bag.
Annabelle Costa’s CABIN FEVER is about waking up to what is truly important and discovering there is more to life than the things money can buy.
I can honestly say I struggled with the shallowness that Natalie projected. I didn’t like her, but as the story progressed, she grew and became more “human.” Chase was another story, the little rich boy who had no concept of most of the world sees as reality.
Jake made this story for me! Rugged, hardworking, honorable and dealing with the cruel hand life had dealt him, yet a hero at heart.
On to the tension that grew between Natalie and Jake, a slow burn created through simple things uncovered more of each character and gave Natalie a depth even she didn’t’ know she could possess.
A quick read, where one could definitely feel the frigid snow and the warmth of a spark of an emotional bond growing!
I received a complimentary copy from Annabelle Costa! This is my honest and voluntary review.
Publisher: Rose Bud Press (July 8, 2019)
Publication Date: July 8, 2019
Genre: Contemporary Romance
Print Length: 185 pages
Available from: Amazon
For Reviews, Giveaways, Fabulous Book News, follow: http://tometender.blogspot.com
And that is when Natalie learned there is more to a REAL man than the labels in his clothes, that evil can lurk anywhere and lies can fall from lips like diamonds from a Tiffany's bag.
Annabelle Costa’s CABIN FEVER is about waking up to what is truly important and discovering there is more to life than the things money can buy.
I can honestly say I struggled with the shallowness that Natalie projected. I didn’t like her, but as the story progressed, she grew and became more “human.” Chase was another story, the little rich boy who had no concept of most of the world sees as reality.
Jake made this story for me! Rugged, hardworking, honorable and dealing with the cruel hand life had dealt him, yet a hero at heart.
On to the tension that grew between Natalie and Jake, a slow burn created through simple things uncovered more of each character and gave Natalie a depth even she didn’t’ know she could possess.
A quick read, where one could definitely feel the frigid snow and the warmth of a spark of an emotional bond growing!
I received a complimentary copy from Annabelle Costa! This is my honest and voluntary review.
Publisher: Rose Bud Press (July 8, 2019)
Publication Date: July 8, 2019
Genre: Contemporary Romance
Print Length: 185 pages
Available from: Amazon
For Reviews, Giveaways, Fabulous Book News, follow: http://tometender.blogspot.com
August 14, 2020
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November 27, 2020
Es beginnt wie ein Märchen. In der Hauptrolle: ich, als Jungfrau in Nöten. Na gut, das mit der Jungfrau stimmt nicht ganz, aber in Not bin ich wirklich, denn ich sitze im Schneesturm in einem Porsche fest, mitten im Nirgendwo. Kein Essen, kein Handynetz, nicht mal ein Lockenstab.
Auftritt des schneidigen Helden: eine dunkle Gestalt im strahlend weißen Schnee, bereit, mir zu Hilfe zu eilen! Nur entpuppt sich mein Prinz auf seinem edlen Ross bei näherem Hinsehen als bärtiger Waldschrat mit Augenklappe und einem verbeulten Pick-up.
Ja, Jake hat mir das Leben gerettet. Aber er ist so knurrig, dass es mir echt schwerfällt, ihm dafür dankbar zu sein. Und mal abgesehen davon weiß ich nicht, ob ich ihm trauen kann, denn ganz offensichtlich umgibt ihn ein gefährliches Geheimnis …
Meinung
Natalie obwohl aus reichem Hause, kommt sehr natürlich rüber. Chase ihr Freund mit dem sie zusammen ein Wochende auf einer einsamen Hütte verbringen will, stellt sich schnell als egoistisch snob heraus. Und beschließt kurzerhand nur für seine eigene Rettung zu sorgen und Natalie zurückzulassen. Zum Glück taucht kurze Zeit später Jake auf und nimmt sie mit in seine Hütte, diese stellt sich als Primitiv heraus und sorgt erstmal nicht für viel Wohlbefinden.
Fazit
Schöne Kurzweilige Geschichte in einen wunderschönen verschneiten Setting. Die mehr bereit hält als der Klappentext verspricht. Mit tollen authentischen Charakteren. Und einen eingehenden flüssig zu lesenden Schreibstil.
Große Leseempfehlung für alle Fans von besonderen winterlichen Geschichten
Auftritt des schneidigen Helden: eine dunkle Gestalt im strahlend weißen Schnee, bereit, mir zu Hilfe zu eilen! Nur entpuppt sich mein Prinz auf seinem edlen Ross bei näherem Hinsehen als bärtiger Waldschrat mit Augenklappe und einem verbeulten Pick-up.
Ja, Jake hat mir das Leben gerettet. Aber er ist so knurrig, dass es mir echt schwerfällt, ihm dafür dankbar zu sein. Und mal abgesehen davon weiß ich nicht, ob ich ihm trauen kann, denn ganz offensichtlich umgibt ihn ein gefährliches Geheimnis …
Meinung
Natalie obwohl aus reichem Hause, kommt sehr natürlich rüber. Chase ihr Freund mit dem sie zusammen ein Wochende auf einer einsamen Hütte verbringen will, stellt sich schnell als egoistisch snob heraus. Und beschließt kurzerhand nur für seine eigene Rettung zu sorgen und Natalie zurückzulassen. Zum Glück taucht kurze Zeit später Jake auf und nimmt sie mit in seine Hütte, diese stellt sich als Primitiv heraus und sorgt erstmal nicht für viel Wohlbefinden.
Fazit
Schöne Kurzweilige Geschichte in einen wunderschönen verschneiten Setting. Die mehr bereit hält als der Klappentext verspricht. Mit tollen authentischen Charakteren. Und einen eingehenden flüssig zu lesenden Schreibstil.
Große Leseempfehlung für alle Fans von besonderen winterlichen Geschichten
July 8, 2019
Mrs Annabelle Costa is an auto-buy’s author for me.
And today with this new release, she did not disappoint.
As usual, her heroine is far from flawless, why she was so real, I liked and dislike her as it arrives in real life, nobody is perfect, she is from the good side of the fence and even if she created her own business by herself, it is easier when you have a good name.
I confess I quite struggled with Nathalie, sure her spoiled side brought quite the humour here, she is a dictionary for expensive brands, but she can also enjoy more simple things even if she could not save her life in the wild.
She did a lot of growing up during the short span of time of the action, her main problem is she seems unable to see past people’s mask and trust the wrong persons and make mistakes. I was upset at her for never voicing her own needs or envies, letting others take the decisions for her.
Jake is a protector in the soul, he went to a great deal out of his wait to help Nathalie and her dumbass of boyfriend, or ex-boyfriend. Sure, why is he living all alone, with less than the basic of necessities in nowhere’s land.
Nathalie will have to learn where lies her trust as when masks will fall she will find herself in quite a complicated situation.
Funny how this story took me by surprise, I thought I was going one way then unexpectedly Mrs Costa reversed the brake and turned it upside down.
A five stars rate for this surprising read.
And today with this new release, she did not disappoint.
As usual, her heroine is far from flawless, why she was so real, I liked and dislike her as it arrives in real life, nobody is perfect, she is from the good side of the fence and even if she created her own business by herself, it is easier when you have a good name.
I confess I quite struggled with Nathalie, sure her spoiled side brought quite the humour here, she is a dictionary for expensive brands, but she can also enjoy more simple things even if she could not save her life in the wild.
She did a lot of growing up during the short span of time of the action, her main problem is she seems unable to see past people’s mask and trust the wrong persons and make mistakes. I was upset at her for never voicing her own needs or envies, letting others take the decisions for her.
Jake is a protector in the soul, he went to a great deal out of his wait to help Nathalie and her dumbass of boyfriend, or ex-boyfriend. Sure, why is he living all alone, with less than the basic of necessities in nowhere’s land.
Nathalie will have to learn where lies her trust as when masks will fall she will find herself in quite a complicated situation.
Funny how this story took me by surprise, I thought I was going one way then unexpectedly Mrs Costa reversed the brake and turned it upside down.
A five stars rate for this surprising read.
January 26, 2022
4 stars
Two big twists I didn't see coming.
Two big twists I didn't see coming.
July 8, 2019
I absolutely loved this story!
The book starts out with Natalie and her boyfriend, Chase, heading out to a remote, luxury cabin in the woods for a romantic weekend together. Disaster strikes when a blizzard hits and they become trapped in their vehicle with no way out.
Enter Jake—a shadowy figure emerges out of the snowy haze and rescues them, giving them food and shelter in his cabin.
Is Jake the bad guy or good guy? That is the question that looms in Natalie’s mind as the days pass in the cabin with this gruff, mysterious stranger. It’s obvious that Jake is not who he claims to be.
The twists and turns in this book will keep you guessing until the very end.
I absolutely love anything that Annabelle writes but I seriously swooned over Jake in this story! He’s just the kind of dark, brooding, mysterious character that I love.
Amazing story, engaging characters, wonderful dialogue and lots of intrigue. I loved it.
The book starts out with Natalie and her boyfriend, Chase, heading out to a remote, luxury cabin in the woods for a romantic weekend together. Disaster strikes when a blizzard hits and they become trapped in their vehicle with no way out.
Enter Jake—a shadowy figure emerges out of the snowy haze and rescues them, giving them food and shelter in his cabin.
Is Jake the bad guy or good guy? That is the question that looms in Natalie’s mind as the days pass in the cabin with this gruff, mysterious stranger. It’s obvious that Jake is not who he claims to be.
The twists and turns in this book will keep you guessing until the very end.
I absolutely love anything that Annabelle writes but I seriously swooned over Jake in this story! He’s just the kind of dark, brooding, mysterious character that I love.
Amazing story, engaging characters, wonderful dialogue and lots of intrigue. I loved it.
July 12, 2019
This mystery was a little different from a lot of Costa's books but no less compelling. I loved that the hero was this big, mysterious, gruff woodsman. I also loved that the heroine had Costa's trademark dry, subtle wit.
If you like a good mystery with a yummy hero, give this one a try!
If you like a good mystery with a yummy hero, give this one a try!
November 7, 2020
what is with the last 20% of the these books being completely batshit
January 15, 2020
Couldn't stop reading!!
This book has an intriguing plot and I really struggled to put it down to sleep, take a shower, cook dinner, etc. It just captivated me! I highly recommend this book! It has suspense, romance and intrigue! Great read!! There is language and sexual references.
This book has an intriguing plot and I really struggled to put it down to sleep, take a shower, cook dinner, etc. It just captivated me! I highly recommend this book! It has suspense, romance and intrigue! Great read!! There is language and sexual references.
July 9, 2019
Kept me smiling throughout the book!!
Another great book from Annabelle Costa. Fun, quirky and romantic with lots of pent up sexual chemistry. Natalie and her boyfriend Chase are stranded in the middle of nowhere in a heavy snow storm and are rescued by a tall, grizzly, scary giant of a man. He takes them back to his cabin, while they must wait until the roads are passable. Initially Natalie is terrified of Jake, with his huge,, shaggy mountain man appearance and his battle scars, but her fear gradually changes to respect and then to desire. The changing relationship between Natalie and Jake is beautifully told with both humour and sensitivity. Loved it!
Another great book from Annabelle Costa. Fun, quirky and romantic with lots of pent up sexual chemistry. Natalie and her boyfriend Chase are stranded in the middle of nowhere in a heavy snow storm and are rescued by a tall, grizzly, scary giant of a man. He takes them back to his cabin, while they must wait until the roads are passable. Initially Natalie is terrified of Jake, with his huge,, shaggy mountain man appearance and his battle scars, but her fear gradually changes to respect and then to desire. The changing relationship between Natalie and Jake is beautifully told with both humour and sensitivity. Loved it!
July 15, 2019
Always love Annabelle's characters but Natalie took me a while to warm up to. So clueless. Jake was more to my liking right off the bat. Nice intrigue, funny and touching. Writing and editing great. All in all, enjoyable story.
July 12, 2019
A really cute story. PG as far as romance goes. 4 solid stars
July 11, 2019
Nailed it, again!
Another great read by Annabelle Costa; that wonderful mix of funny, hint of mystery and a thoroughly appealing (wounded) hero.
Another great read by Annabelle Costa; that wonderful mix of funny, hint of mystery and a thoroughly appealing (wounded) hero.
July 14, 2019
Devoured it in one sitting
Absolutely loved it. Read it in one sitting. Love this author. Always a really great read from Costa. Excellent book
Absolutely loved it. Read it in one sitting. Love this author. Always a really great read from Costa. Excellent book
July 10, 2019
Cute Story
Annabelle Costa is a really fun author, and this one wasn't any different.
Thank you!
😀 😎 👍 📒 📖 😎
Annabelle Costa is a really fun author, and this one wasn't any different.
Thank you!
😀 😎 👍 📒 📖 😎
January 19, 2024
Ein Winterwochenende in einer einsamen Hütte in Vermont und das gemeinsam mit ihrem Freund Chase Hollister?! Eigentlich hat Natalie da gar keine Lust drauf, aber um gute Miene zu machen, fährt sie mit. Doch schon der Weg dorthin verläuft anders als geplant. Mit Chases teurem Porsche durch einen Schneesturm zu fahren, gehörte sicherlich nicht dazu. Als die beiden dann auch noch auf einem Feldweg im tiefen Schnee stecken bleiben, kann es eigentlich kaum schlimmer werden. Von wegen, denn es wird schlimmer, denn der Tank wird immer leerer und der Schneesturm immer schlimmer. Chase will Hilfe holen und lässt Natalie zurück. Dann naht die Rettung und ein Geländewagen nähert sich. Der Fahrer hilft Natalie, das er aussieht wie ein Yeti versucht sie zu übersehen. Gemeinsam mit dem Yeti namens Jake suchen und finden sie Chase, allerdings bleibt nichts anderes übrig, als mit zu Jakes Hütte zu fahren, denn Chase ist stark unterkühlt und die nächste Stadt bei dem Wetter nahezu unerreichbar.
Mir war mal wieder nach einer cozy und witzigen Geschichte und genau diese erhält man auch mit Liebe, Eis und Schnee. Zwar fand ich den Einstieg etwas langatmig, doch das macht Autorin Annabelle Costa mit ihrem lustigen und lockeren Schreibstil ganz schnell wieder wett. Mir hat der Humor der Geschichte sehr gut gefallen und ich fühlte mich durchweg gut unterhalten.
Klar, was den Inhalt der Geschichte angeht, war natürlich das ein oder andere vorhersehbar, aber tatsächlich ist es der Autorin noch gelungen, eine überraschende Wendung einzubauen. Zum Schluss gibt es noch einen kleinen Showdown, mit dem ich zunächst auch nicht gerechnet hätte.
Erzählt wird das Ganze aus der Sicht der Protagonistin Natalie, die zwar zunächst unbeholfen und naiv wirkt und auf Jake den Eindruck einer reichen und verwöhnten Prinzessin macht. Doch Natalie hat deutlich mehr auf dem Kasten, immerhin ist sie mit ihrem eigenen Cateringservice erfolgreich. Ausserdem ist sie wesentlich hilfsbereiter und durchweg sympathisch.
Jake, der Yeti entpuppt sich dann doch als ziemlich hot und auch oder gerade wegen seiner Ecken und Kanten als äußerst interessant. Das er alleine in einer Berghütte lebt, fernab von allem hat natürlich einen Grund und das macht ihn geheimnisvoll. Das es zwischen ihm und Natalie knistert, ist wohl keine Überraschung.
Der dritte Charakter im Bunde ist Chase und wenn ich ehrlich bin, habe ich keine Ahnung, was Natalie mit diesem selbstverliebten Schnösel überhaupt wollte. Ihn unsympathisch zu machen, ist definitiv gelungen.
Im Großen und Ganzen bleibt es dann auch bei den drei Charakteren, was aber keineswegs langweilig wird, denn die Chemie zwischen Natalie und Jake machen diese Geschichte erst so richtig aus.
Mein Fazit: Wer eine nette und auch humorvolle Liebesgeschichte zum Entspannen und Wohlfühlen sucht, wird bei Liebe, Eis und Schnee definitiv fündig. Ich habe die Geschichte an einem Nachmittag durchgesuchtet und bis auf den etwas holprigen Anfang wirklich gute Unterhaltung bekommen.Ich kann dieses Buch definitiv weiterempfehlen.
Mir war mal wieder nach einer cozy und witzigen Geschichte und genau diese erhält man auch mit Liebe, Eis und Schnee. Zwar fand ich den Einstieg etwas langatmig, doch das macht Autorin Annabelle Costa mit ihrem lustigen und lockeren Schreibstil ganz schnell wieder wett. Mir hat der Humor der Geschichte sehr gut gefallen und ich fühlte mich durchweg gut unterhalten.
Klar, was den Inhalt der Geschichte angeht, war natürlich das ein oder andere vorhersehbar, aber tatsächlich ist es der Autorin noch gelungen, eine überraschende Wendung einzubauen. Zum Schluss gibt es noch einen kleinen Showdown, mit dem ich zunächst auch nicht gerechnet hätte.
Erzählt wird das Ganze aus der Sicht der Protagonistin Natalie, die zwar zunächst unbeholfen und naiv wirkt und auf Jake den Eindruck einer reichen und verwöhnten Prinzessin macht. Doch Natalie hat deutlich mehr auf dem Kasten, immerhin ist sie mit ihrem eigenen Cateringservice erfolgreich. Ausserdem ist sie wesentlich hilfsbereiter und durchweg sympathisch.
Jake, der Yeti entpuppt sich dann doch als ziemlich hot und auch oder gerade wegen seiner Ecken und Kanten als äußerst interessant. Das er alleine in einer Berghütte lebt, fernab von allem hat natürlich einen Grund und das macht ihn geheimnisvoll. Das es zwischen ihm und Natalie knistert, ist wohl keine Überraschung.
Der dritte Charakter im Bunde ist Chase und wenn ich ehrlich bin, habe ich keine Ahnung, was Natalie mit diesem selbstverliebten Schnösel überhaupt wollte. Ihn unsympathisch zu machen, ist definitiv gelungen.
Im Großen und Ganzen bleibt es dann auch bei den drei Charakteren, was aber keineswegs langweilig wird, denn die Chemie zwischen Natalie und Jake machen diese Geschichte erst so richtig aus.
Mein Fazit: Wer eine nette und auch humorvolle Liebesgeschichte zum Entspannen und Wohlfühlen sucht, wird bei Liebe, Eis und Schnee definitiv fündig. Ich habe die Geschichte an einem Nachmittag durchgesuchtet und bis auf den etwas holprigen Anfang wirklich gute Unterhaltung bekommen.Ich kann dieses Buch definitiv weiterempfehlen.
January 5, 2020
I don't read a lot of suspense stories so this is something a little different for me—a romance hero who is a wounded/disfigured woodsman living in a remote cabin in the forests of Vermont. It was another compelling read by Annabelle Costa that made me forget all about my RL responsibilities until I turned the last page.
Our heroine Natalie is rich, smart, talented and entrepreneurial, but she's never dated a guy she could like. She thought she enjoyed the finer things in life, until she met Jake. Stuck in a snowstorm with her douchy boyfriend Chase who she just broke up with, they are in dire straights until Jake rescues Natalie from the car and Chase out in the cold suffering from hypothermia. They're snowbound in Jake's cabin for the weekend with no electricity, no phone service, no internet, no hot water—totally off the grid. While Chase recovers from his hypothermia, Natalie learns to live on less and to appreciate Jake's simplicity, at the same time understanding that he has a complicated past. Despite Jake's limp, missing digits, scars and an eye patch, she finds him fascinating and attractive, and when Chase awakens she feels tugged in both directions between the two men—wanting to return to her familiar life in Boston, but at the same time wanting to explore a relationship with Jake. But Jake has secrets and a history that make that impossible, no matter how much he wants Natalie to stay.
Natalie's right on the cusp of really discovering herself when this whole scenario takes place. We see her dumping her sh*tty boyfriend as the story begins, then as it continues we see her shifting back and forth, drawn to Jake's decency while still easily swayed by Chase's deceit. This is the story of Natalie's epiphany, discovering what she should value in life and learning to think for herself. She looks inside and sees Jake's true essence and worth, as well as his rugged appeal, and finally knows what she's been missing in her past relationships. Interestingly, in the end she finds a balance. She still enjoys her old way of life and the perks of being rich, but she shares her money and her talents with Jake's mom.
Despite being left with a few question marks about Jake and a desire for more closure this was a good read. It's strictly an HFN with no promises being made, but if you're interested in suspense, intrigue, twists and turns, and self-discovery in your romance stories you won't be disappointed. It starts out a little creepy but stick with it, you'll be pulling for Jake and Natalie and wanting them to have each other by their sides forever after.
Our heroine Natalie is rich, smart, talented and entrepreneurial, but she's never dated a guy she could like. She thought she enjoyed the finer things in life, until she met Jake. Stuck in a snowstorm with her douchy boyfriend Chase who she just broke up with, they are in dire straights until Jake rescues Natalie from the car and Chase out in the cold suffering from hypothermia. They're snowbound in Jake's cabin for the weekend with no electricity, no phone service, no internet, no hot water—totally off the grid. While Chase recovers from his hypothermia, Natalie learns to live on less and to appreciate Jake's simplicity, at the same time understanding that he has a complicated past. Despite Jake's limp, missing digits, scars and an eye patch, she finds him fascinating and attractive, and when Chase awakens she feels tugged in both directions between the two men—wanting to return to her familiar life in Boston, but at the same time wanting to explore a relationship with Jake. But Jake has secrets and a history that make that impossible, no matter how much he wants Natalie to stay.
Natalie's right on the cusp of really discovering herself when this whole scenario takes place. We see her dumping her sh*tty boyfriend as the story begins, then as it continues we see her shifting back and forth, drawn to Jake's decency while still easily swayed by Chase's deceit. This is the story of Natalie's epiphany, discovering what she should value in life and learning to think for herself. She looks inside and sees Jake's true essence and worth, as well as his rugged appeal, and finally knows what she's been missing in her past relationships. Interestingly, in the end she finds a balance. She still enjoys her old way of life and the perks of being rich, but she shares her money and her talents with Jake's mom.
Despite being left with a few question marks about Jake and a desire for more closure this was a good read. It's strictly an HFN with no promises being made, but if you're interested in suspense, intrigue, twists and turns, and self-discovery in your romance stories you won't be disappointed. It starts out a little creepy but stick with it, you'll be pulling for Jake and Natalie and wanting them to have each other by their sides forever after.
December 21, 2023
"Liebe, Eis und Schnee" von Annabelle Costa ist ein bezaubernder und herzerwärmender Roman, der die Magie der Liebe mit dem Zauber des Winters vereint. Vor dem Hintergrund von Eis und Schnee fängt diese Geschichte die Essenz der Romantik auf charmante und einzigartige Weise ein.
Die Handlung dreht sich um die unerwartete Begegnung zweier Fremder, die jeweils mit ihren eigenen Herausforderungen im Leben konfrontiert sind. Clara, eine talentierte Eisskulpteurin, und Luc, ein renommierter Konditor, finden sich durch das Schicksal in einem kleinen französischen Dorf während eines Schneesturms zusammen. Während sie die Herausforderungen ihrer vorübergehenden Gemeinschaft meistern, verwandelt sich ihre anfängliche Reibung in eine wunderschöne und herzerwärmende Liebesgeschichte.
Die Schreibweise von Annabelle Costa ist lebendig und bildhaft, wodurch die Winterkulisse auf den Seiten lebendig wird. Die Beschreibungen der Eisskulpturen und köstlichen Gebäcke verleihen der Geschichte eine zusätzliche Ebene sinnlichen Genusses. Die Charaktere sind gut entwickelt und nachvollziehbar, jeder mit eigenen Eigenheiten und Verletzlichkeiten, die sie liebenswert machen.
Was "Liebe, Eis und Schnee" auszeichnet, ist die Fähigkeit, die Essenz der Liebe in ihren verschiedenen Formen einzufangen – von der Wärme der frisch entdeckten Romanze bis zu den beständigen Bindungen von Familie und Freundschaft. Die Geschichte erforscht auf wunderschöne Weise Themen wie zweite Chancen, Vergebung und die transformative Kraft der Liebe.
Mit der Entwicklung der Beziehung zwischen Clara und Luc ist es unmöglich, nicht für ihr Glück zu sein. Die Chemie zwischen ihnen ist spürbar, und ihre Interaktionen sind voller Humor, Zärtlichkeit und echter Emotion.
Insgesamt ist "Liebe, Eis und Schnee" eine herzerwärmende und bezaubernde Lektüre, die Sie mit einem Lächeln im Gesicht und einem warmen Gefühl im Herzen zurücklassen wird. Es ist eine perfekte Wahl für diejenigen, die nach einer gemütlichen, winterlichen Romanze mit gut gezeichneten Charakteren und einer wunderschön gestalteten Kulisse suchen. Annabelle Costa hat eine Geschichte geschaffen, die uns an die Magie der Liebe und die Schönheit erinnert, die an unerwarteten Orten gefunden werden kann.
Die Handlung dreht sich um die unerwartete Begegnung zweier Fremder, die jeweils mit ihren eigenen Herausforderungen im Leben konfrontiert sind. Clara, eine talentierte Eisskulpteurin, und Luc, ein renommierter Konditor, finden sich durch das Schicksal in einem kleinen französischen Dorf während eines Schneesturms zusammen. Während sie die Herausforderungen ihrer vorübergehenden Gemeinschaft meistern, verwandelt sich ihre anfängliche Reibung in eine wunderschöne und herzerwärmende Liebesgeschichte.
Die Schreibweise von Annabelle Costa ist lebendig und bildhaft, wodurch die Winterkulisse auf den Seiten lebendig wird. Die Beschreibungen der Eisskulpturen und köstlichen Gebäcke verleihen der Geschichte eine zusätzliche Ebene sinnlichen Genusses. Die Charaktere sind gut entwickelt und nachvollziehbar, jeder mit eigenen Eigenheiten und Verletzlichkeiten, die sie liebenswert machen.
Was "Liebe, Eis und Schnee" auszeichnet, ist die Fähigkeit, die Essenz der Liebe in ihren verschiedenen Formen einzufangen – von der Wärme der frisch entdeckten Romanze bis zu den beständigen Bindungen von Familie und Freundschaft. Die Geschichte erforscht auf wunderschöne Weise Themen wie zweite Chancen, Vergebung und die transformative Kraft der Liebe.
Mit der Entwicklung der Beziehung zwischen Clara und Luc ist es unmöglich, nicht für ihr Glück zu sein. Die Chemie zwischen ihnen ist spürbar, und ihre Interaktionen sind voller Humor, Zärtlichkeit und echter Emotion.
Insgesamt ist "Liebe, Eis und Schnee" eine herzerwärmende und bezaubernde Lektüre, die Sie mit einem Lächeln im Gesicht und einem warmen Gefühl im Herzen zurücklassen wird. Es ist eine perfekte Wahl für diejenigen, die nach einer gemütlichen, winterlichen Romanze mit gut gezeichneten Charakteren und einer wunderschön gestalteten Kulisse suchen. Annabelle Costa hat eine Geschichte geschaffen, die uns an die Magie der Liebe und die Schönheit erinnert, die an unerwarteten Orten gefunden werden kann.
February 2, 2024
Darum geht’s:
Natalie und Chase, beides Sprösslinge von steinreichen Familien, sind auf dem Weg zu einer einsamen Waldhütte, um ein romantisches Wochenende zu verbringen. Dabei geraten sie in einen Schneesturm und bleiben unterwegs stecken. Jake, ein kauziger Eigenbrötler, rettet die beiden und nimmt sie mit in seine Hütte. Chase ist halb erfroren und während er sich gesund schläft, kommen sich Natalie und Jake immer näher. Doch Jake umgibt eine geheimnisvolle Aura, die Natalie nicht zu fassen bekommt…
So fand ich‘s:
Ja, es handelt sich um eine romantische Komödie. Aber ab und an tun solche gefühlsbeladenen Geschichten einfach der Seele gut. :-)
Allerdings beginnt die Geschichte nicht sehr romantisch, streiten sich Natalie und Chase doch auf der Fahrt zu ihrem Pärchen-Wochenende. Und zu allem Übel bleiben sie auch noch in einer Schneewehe stecken, ohne Handy-Empfang und für die Jahreszeit nur spärlich gekleidet. Dass die Autorin ein Faible für Klischees hat, wird spätestens klar, sobald die beiden verwöhnten Millionärskinder von einem kauzigen, wild aussehenden Einsiedler gerettet werden.
Der Erzählstil ist passend zum Genre locker und flüssig und ich mochte vor allem Natalies Gedankengänge. Sie kam als patente und humorvolle, manchmal sarkastische Person rüber und es hat Spaß gemacht, ihren Überlegungen zu folgen. Zu Beginn empfand ich die Komik ein wenig zu bemüht, was aber mit der Zeit besser wurde und geschickter dosiert war.
Zum Schluss hin wurde es dann noch richtig spannend und die Autorin überraschte mich mit Verwicklungen, die für mich so gar nicht vorhersehbar waren.
Auch wenn die gesamte Geschichte etwas konstruiert wirkt, habe ich genau das bekommen, was ich erwartet hatte: eine frech erzählte Story mit Romantik, Humor und Spannung. Es ist das richtige Buch für alle, die gerne romantische mit einer kessen Protagonistin lesen.
Natalie und Chase, beides Sprösslinge von steinreichen Familien, sind auf dem Weg zu einer einsamen Waldhütte, um ein romantisches Wochenende zu verbringen. Dabei geraten sie in einen Schneesturm und bleiben unterwegs stecken. Jake, ein kauziger Eigenbrötler, rettet die beiden und nimmt sie mit in seine Hütte. Chase ist halb erfroren und während er sich gesund schläft, kommen sich Natalie und Jake immer näher. Doch Jake umgibt eine geheimnisvolle Aura, die Natalie nicht zu fassen bekommt…
So fand ich‘s:
Ja, es handelt sich um eine romantische Komödie. Aber ab und an tun solche gefühlsbeladenen Geschichten einfach der Seele gut. :-)
Allerdings beginnt die Geschichte nicht sehr romantisch, streiten sich Natalie und Chase doch auf der Fahrt zu ihrem Pärchen-Wochenende. Und zu allem Übel bleiben sie auch noch in einer Schneewehe stecken, ohne Handy-Empfang und für die Jahreszeit nur spärlich gekleidet. Dass die Autorin ein Faible für Klischees hat, wird spätestens klar, sobald die beiden verwöhnten Millionärskinder von einem kauzigen, wild aussehenden Einsiedler gerettet werden.
Der Erzählstil ist passend zum Genre locker und flüssig und ich mochte vor allem Natalies Gedankengänge. Sie kam als patente und humorvolle, manchmal sarkastische Person rüber und es hat Spaß gemacht, ihren Überlegungen zu folgen. Zu Beginn empfand ich die Komik ein wenig zu bemüht, was aber mit der Zeit besser wurde und geschickter dosiert war.
Zum Schluss hin wurde es dann noch richtig spannend und die Autorin überraschte mich mit Verwicklungen, die für mich so gar nicht vorhersehbar waren.
Auch wenn die gesamte Geschichte etwas konstruiert wirkt, habe ich genau das bekommen, was ich erwartet hatte: eine frech erzählte Story mit Romantik, Humor und Spannung. Es ist das richtige Buch für alle, die gerne romantische mit einer kessen Protagonistin lesen.
October 31, 2019
CABIN FEVER is a stand-alone, contemporary, suspense romance.
Natalie and Chase were a pair of rich snobs and I wondered at first why we were even presented with two such shallow people and why they were in a car together. It was obvious they didn’t know or like one another.
When reality strikes in the form of a blizzard, Chase’s true colors come out in full force and that ends a long-term relationship just in time for the real prince to sweep into Natalie’s life… except Jake can’t be seen or known.
I loved how honorable Jake was. He was a real man, not a sniveling weenie. He had a great sense of humor, but also fairness, protection, and gallantry that were important to him.
I didn’t like spoiled little rich girl, Natalie, for most of the book, but as she grew as a person I grew to like her. Her growth was in direct correlation with her exposure to the morality she saw in Jake.
There was light suspense at the beginning, but true suspense came later in the book and was a surprise. It was one of those “what just happened” moments that took the book from a three to a four star experience.
Note: While I received this book as a gifted ARC via Author’s XP, my opinions are my own and are given freely.
Title: CABIN FEVER
Series: N/A
Category /Genre: Suspense Romance
Recommended for: 18+ due to sexual content
Grammar/editing: received as an unedited ARC
Received from: Annabelle Costa
Natalie and Chase were a pair of rich snobs and I wondered at first why we were even presented with two such shallow people and why they were in a car together. It was obvious they didn’t know or like one another.
When reality strikes in the form of a blizzard, Chase’s true colors come out in full force and that ends a long-term relationship just in time for the real prince to sweep into Natalie’s life… except Jake can’t be seen or known.
I loved how honorable Jake was. He was a real man, not a sniveling weenie. He had a great sense of humor, but also fairness, protection, and gallantry that were important to him.
I didn’t like spoiled little rich girl, Natalie, for most of the book, but as she grew as a person I grew to like her. Her growth was in direct correlation with her exposure to the morality she saw in Jake.
There was light suspense at the beginning, but true suspense came later in the book and was a surprise. It was one of those “what just happened” moments that took the book from a three to a four star experience.
Note: While I received this book as a gifted ARC via Author’s XP, my opinions are my own and are given freely.
Title: CABIN FEVER
Series: N/A
Category /Genre: Suspense Romance
Recommended for: 18+ due to sexual content
Grammar/editing: received as an unedited ARC
Received from: Annabelle Costa
August 9, 2019
Different Spin on Common Trope
This is the first book that I have read by this author, and I find myself very surprised by it. I read a lot, and I don't get surprised often. I read a lot of romance and thrillers, so I'm accustomed to the “stuck in the cabin with someone” trope. Several things make this book unique. For one, the heroine—who is the viewpoint character—has a strongly defined character and voice. The author has pulled off a very deep viewpoint here. She is at turns quite a funny—not that she would say that herself—and sometimes serious. Rather, she, especially at the beginning, is so self-absorbed and judgmental that it is just simply fun to read what is going on in her head. Jake is right when he nicknames her “Princess.” The two men in this book, Jake and Chase, are as different as they can be in just about every way. The heroine learns and grows over this story; I love that in a book—there was a lot of room for improvement! There's a big twist at the end I didn't foresee, changing the book into something wholly different from I thought it was. There are also a few more little surprises at the end. In all, this book was a real treat because it was such a fun and different ride. I recommend it wholeheartedly.
I received a free copy of this book, but that did not affect my review.
Read my other reviews at https://www.readingfanaticreviews.com
This is the first book that I have read by this author, and I find myself very surprised by it. I read a lot, and I don't get surprised often. I read a lot of romance and thrillers, so I'm accustomed to the “stuck in the cabin with someone” trope. Several things make this book unique. For one, the heroine—who is the viewpoint character—has a strongly defined character and voice. The author has pulled off a very deep viewpoint here. She is at turns quite a funny—not that she would say that herself—and sometimes serious. Rather, she, especially at the beginning, is so self-absorbed and judgmental that it is just simply fun to read what is going on in her head. Jake is right when he nicknames her “Princess.” The two men in this book, Jake and Chase, are as different as they can be in just about every way. The heroine learns and grows over this story; I love that in a book—there was a lot of room for improvement! There's a big twist at the end I didn't foresee, changing the book into something wholly different from I thought it was. There are also a few more little surprises at the end. In all, this book was a real treat because it was such a fun and different ride. I recommend it wholeheartedly.
I received a free copy of this book, but that did not affect my review.
Read my other reviews at https://www.readingfanaticreviews.com
September 13, 2021
Das Cover hat mir sofort gefallen. Es animiert einen regelrecht dazu, sich mit dem Buch in einen kuscheligen Sessel vor dem prasselnden Kamin zurückzuziehen und die Realität eine Weile auszusperren.
Die Handlung wurde von der Autorin liebevoll umgesetzt. Zunächst ein eher romantisch-humorvoller Roman, kommt es schließlich unerwartet zu einer dramatischen Wendung mit kriminalistischen Zügen. Obwohl diese zwar ein wenig an den Haaren herbeigezogen wirkt, tut dies dem Lesespaß letztendlich aber keinen Abbruch.
Grund dafür dürfte auch die wunderbare Chemie zwischen den Figuren sein. In herrlich humorvollen Dialogen entspinnt sich die spannungsgeladene Atmosphäre zwischen Natalie und Jake. Von Anfang an knistert es gewaltig zwischen ihnen. Die Autorin versteht es hervorragend, die Figuren zum Leben zu erwecken und die Leser*innen zu begeistern. Natalie und Jake sind sympathisch und liebevoll. Ganz anders Natalies Freund, der den typisch arroganten Snob wunderbar verkörpert.
Der Schreibstil ist dabei flüssig und herrlich unkompliziert, so dass die Lektüre ein sehr kurzweiliges Vergnügen darstellt.
Die Handlung wurde von der Autorin liebevoll umgesetzt. Zunächst ein eher romantisch-humorvoller Roman, kommt es schließlich unerwartet zu einer dramatischen Wendung mit kriminalistischen Zügen. Obwohl diese zwar ein wenig an den Haaren herbeigezogen wirkt, tut dies dem Lesespaß letztendlich aber keinen Abbruch.
Grund dafür dürfte auch die wunderbare Chemie zwischen den Figuren sein. In herrlich humorvollen Dialogen entspinnt sich die spannungsgeladene Atmosphäre zwischen Natalie und Jake. Von Anfang an knistert es gewaltig zwischen ihnen. Die Autorin versteht es hervorragend, die Figuren zum Leben zu erwecken und die Leser*innen zu begeistern. Natalie und Jake sind sympathisch und liebevoll. Ganz anders Natalies Freund, der den typisch arroganten Snob wunderbar verkörpert.
Der Schreibstil ist dabei flüssig und herrlich unkompliziert, so dass die Lektüre ein sehr kurzweiliges Vergnügen darstellt.
June 2, 2020
Snowed in.........now what?
Cabin Fever is the first book I have read by Annabelle Costa and I enjoyed it. The story is about Natalie and Jake. She is a materialistic and self-centered young woman who can basically recite the names of "expensive brands". She has a successful catering business but is super shallow. She finds herself stranded and her savior is Jake. He is the opposite and her and lives a simple life in the mountains. When he takes her back to his cabin to ride out the snow storm it is an interesting mix between these two. Jake is handsome, big, is damaged and does not like having this woman invading his space.
There are funny moments where I laughed out loud and loved the banter between the two. What I really wanted to do for a long time was cuff Natalie upside her head because she was just so dang unlikable. Her idea of expensive was more "flashy wealth" so that everyone can know just how rich you are supposed to be. She ends up learning what substance is and that there is more to life than "keeping up with the Jones's".
Cabin Fever is the first book I have read by Annabelle Costa and I enjoyed it. The story is about Natalie and Jake. She is a materialistic and self-centered young woman who can basically recite the names of "expensive brands". She has a successful catering business but is super shallow. She finds herself stranded and her savior is Jake. He is the opposite and her and lives a simple life in the mountains. When he takes her back to his cabin to ride out the snow storm it is an interesting mix between these two. Jake is handsome, big, is damaged and does not like having this woman invading his space.
There are funny moments where I laughed out loud and loved the banter between the two. What I really wanted to do for a long time was cuff Natalie upside her head because she was just so dang unlikable. Her idea of expensive was more "flashy wealth" so that everyone can know just how rich you are supposed to be. She ends up learning what substance is and that there is more to life than "keeping up with the Jones's".
Did Not Finish
June 25, 2020So this was supposed to be funny.
I am 30% in and can report, no fun whatsoever. And rather insulting towards rich people...who are obviously all dense and superficial. And TSTL.
I don't have any interest in the heroine, whose brave decision to start a business whilst being a millionaire heiress, is probably supposed to make her relatable...like all the other super-rich people who play at real life whilst clutching their Birkin bags and walking around through snowy mountains in cute Laboutin boots...
She was off-putting enough, her Porsche-driving ex-boyfriend who didn't think that he would need a warm jacket or warm shoes on a February weekend in Vermont, was just a nuissance at this point.
I don't know what's supposed to be funny about "Princess" and the Cabin guy, but probably he has a great back-story that will make him suddenly attractive like losing the beard revealed his handsome face in a first step.
I am tired of the story with roughly two thirds to go, so another DNF for me here.
I am 30% in and can report, no fun whatsoever. And rather insulting towards rich people...who are obviously all dense and superficial. And TSTL.
I don't have any interest in the heroine, whose brave decision to start a business whilst being a millionaire heiress, is probably supposed to make her relatable...like all the other super-rich people who play at real life whilst clutching their Birkin bags and walking around through snowy mountains in cute Laboutin boots...
She was off-putting enough, her Porsche-driving ex-boyfriend who didn't think that he would need a warm jacket or warm shoes on a February weekend in Vermont, was just a nuissance at this point.
I don't know what's supposed to be funny about "Princess" and the Cabin guy, but probably he has a great back-story that will make him suddenly attractive like losing the beard revealed his handsome face in a first step.
I am tired of the story with roughly two thirds to go, so another DNF for me here.
August 17, 2019
I admit I wanted to kick Chase in the butt at first. The story starts out that Chase and Natalie are on their way to stay in a fancy log cabin, when a snow storm hits and they lose GPS and phone service. Natalie was the classic rich girl, out with the wealthy boy friend - neither are prepared for a winter storm. Jake rescues the two city slickers and takes them back to his cabin, to wait out the storm. Well neither Natalie or Chase are used to roughing it. At times, to me it was funny but other times the situation was quite serious. I really enjoyed this story. This is the first book by Annabelle Costa that I've read. I enjoyed the sparks between Jake and Natalie. I was given a copy of this book, thru the author and this is my voluntary review. I live in a rural area and this was a believable story to me. This might be my first book by Annabelle Costa but it won't be my last.
September 2, 2020
3.5 stars
Smut: a very short inexplicit one toward the end.
POV: 1st person
This book is funny and the premise is intriguing. The way the MC uses food to describe humans is quite interesting.
However, the fact that she's very dumb, tried very hard to not be a spoiled rich girl act annoyed me so much. And I don't like her as a doormat character who always lets her boyfriend walked all over, I will break up with anyone who refuses to let me eat whatever I want, period. There were many times I want to slap her face to wake her up.
The reason I don't give a 4 star, maybe because of the lack of Jake's POV. And the ending is quite rush and I wish we could learn more about the afterwards.
Smut: a very short inexplicit one toward the end.
POV: 1st person
This book is funny and the premise is intriguing. The way the MC uses food to describe humans is quite interesting.
However, the fact that she's very dumb, tried very hard to not be a spoiled rich girl act annoyed me so much. And I don't like her as a doormat character who always lets her boyfriend walked all over, I will break up with anyone who refuses to let me eat whatever I want, period. There were many times I want to slap her face to wake her up.
The reason I don't give a 4 star, maybe because of the lack of Jake's POV. And the ending is quite rush and I wish we could learn more about the afterwards.
December 24, 2025
Eigentlich wollte ich mitten im Buch weniger Sterne geben, weil ich die Story teilweise ziemlich wild fand, allerdings wurde es dann doch noch richtig spannend und hat mich gecatcht.
Die Ausgangssituation, dass ein Pärchen in einem Schneesturm feststeckt und von einen gruselig aussehenden Fremden gerettet wird, klingt erstmal nach dem perfekten Setting für einen Horrorfilm. Obwohl es zunächst wie eine süße RomCom begonnen hat.
Danach wird es richtig wild, wenn der Fremde dann sich doch anders entwickelt...
Ich zähle dieses Buch jetzt mal zu meinem guilty pleasure und würde mich freuen, wenn noch mehr dieses wirklich kurze und gut zu lesende Buch lesen würden, damit wir uns darüber austauschen können.
Die Ausgangssituation, dass ein Pärchen in einem Schneesturm feststeckt und von einen gruselig aussehenden Fremden gerettet wird, klingt erstmal nach dem perfekten Setting für einen Horrorfilm. Obwohl es zunächst wie eine süße RomCom begonnen hat.
Danach wird es richtig wild, wenn der Fremde dann sich doch anders entwickelt...
Ich zähle dieses Buch jetzt mal zu meinem guilty pleasure und würde mich freuen, wenn noch mehr dieses wirklich kurze und gut zu lesende Buch lesen würden, damit wir uns darüber austauschen können.
May 9, 2021
Unexpected!
I’ve read a bunch for Annabelle Costa’s books and I like them - they’re different from the usual. But this one was unexpected even for her - and I really enjoyed that! The characters have their flaws, of course, but that’s what life is - working through the hard stuff. Admittedly, characters in Annabelle Costa’s books seem to struggle more than most. But reading these books makes me feel like we’re all struggling together, even if it’s at different levels.
In my opinion, this work is a great example of how Costa’s books seem to be developing greater depth and texture, and I’m really liking it!
I’ve read a bunch for Annabelle Costa’s books and I like them - they’re different from the usual. But this one was unexpected even for her - and I really enjoyed that! The characters have their flaws, of course, but that’s what life is - working through the hard stuff. Admittedly, characters in Annabelle Costa’s books seem to struggle more than most. But reading these books makes me feel like we’re all struggling together, even if it’s at different levels.
In my opinion, this work is a great example of how Costa’s books seem to be developing greater depth and texture, and I’m really liking it!
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