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ADELENE ~ The Violinist: (A Musical Christmas - Book 2) Sweet Romantic Mystery Kindle Edition

by Judy Ann Davis (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
4.4 4.4 out of 5 stars 25 ratings
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A joyful novella to brighten your day!

Adelene Almanza, an accomplished violinist and Spanish teacher, has only one Christmas wish—to buy an old decrepit schoolhouse and create a teen and literacy center in her small hometown of Bluestone Bluff, New York. When she tries to attend the sale of the building, she is injured and must rely on her old boyfriend and owner of a construction company, Clay Ciaffonni, to help purchase the building and help with the renovations. But money is tight, and a demolition and salvage company is pressuring her to give up and sell. Despite an act of vandalism, mounting costs, and a stray puppy, the couple pushes forward to restore the structure to its natural beauty. Will they discover the long-forgotten secrets of the old schoolhouse hidden away in its boarded-up attic? And will the sparks of love ignite a second time for Adelene and Clay?
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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B081SCTJDB
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Judy Ann Davis (November 29, 2019)
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ November 29, 2019
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 645 KB
  • Simultaneous device usage ‏ : ‎ Unlimited
  • Text-to-Speech ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Screen Reader ‏ : ‎ Supported
  • Enhanced typesetting ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • X-Ray ‏ : ‎ Not Enabled
  • Word Wise ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Sticky notes ‏ : ‎ On Kindle Scribe
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.4 4.4 out of 5 stars 25 ratings

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Judy Ann Davis

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Judy Ann Davis began her career in writing as a copy and continuity writer for radio and television in Scranton, Pennsylvania. She holds a degree in Journalism and Communications and has written for industry and education throughout her career. She is best known for: Writing romance with a touch of mystery.

Over a dozen of her short stories have appeared in various literary and small magazines and anthologies, and have received numerous awards. Her first novel, RED FOX WOMAN, won a finalist place in the Best Book Awards by USA Book News and International Book Awards by International Book News. Her contemporary romantic suspense and comedy, FOUR WHITE ROSES, was a finalist in the Book Excellence Awards, American Fiction Awards, and the Georgia Romance Writers’ Maggie Awards. WILLIE, MY LOVE won an America Fiction Award and Nest Award (National Excellence in Story Telling).

When Judy Ann is not behind a computer, you can find her looking for anything humorous to make her laugh or swinging a golf club where the chuckles are few.

She is a member of Pennwriters, Inc. and Romance Writers of America. She divides her time between Central Pennsylvania and New Smyrna Beach, Florida.

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Julie A Sherman
5.0 out of 5 stars Cute read
Reviewed in the United States on November 17, 2020
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This is a cute and easy read. It can be read within a few hours and has a feel good being book. Great job Miss David
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4.0 out of 5 stars A Ciaffonni Christmas Story
Reviewed in the United States on December 1, 2019
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Adelene Almana is one busy woman. By day, she teaches high school Spanish. In the afternoons and evenings, she teaches violin students at her cousin’s music shop. And in her spare time, she tutors both high school students learning Spanish, and Spanish speaking adults who want to learn English. At the edge of town is a crumbling building that would be perfect for housing her dream project – a community center where students can have a safe place to study and play. Fortunately, she happens to know a good contractor – and Clay Ciaffonni and his family are more than happy to get involved. Clay, especially, wants to get involved in her personal life, but first he needs to get past her defenses. They’d dated in the past, but in her mind he’s not worth her trust.

The story is full of fun characters who were introduced in book one, like Clay’s mother Sophia, and his sister Lucy. I’m hoping Lucy gets her own story at some point. There’s drama when Adelene encounters problems from another person who wants the building, and that’s brought to a satisfying conclusion, but what isn’t explained is why Adelene broke up with Clay in the first place. He even asks her twice, but she never comes out and tells him why, though she has inner dialogue about her jealousy. Otherwise, this is a sweet holiday story.
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T.P. Warren
5.0 out of 5 stars Another Delightful Christmas Romance
Reviewed in the United States on December 23, 2023
I read June’s story, the first book in the series, and I enjoyed it a great deal. I can’t decide which one I like most. I love Adelene’s story so much. There was a great mixture of romance, drama, and Christmastime setting. The author really knows how to bring a setting to life and to develop characters where you feel like you know them. A great read to get you in the Christmas spirit and leave you with a warm, fuzzy feeling.
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Carolyn
5.0 out of 5 stars Clay and Adelene
Reviewed in the United States on November 16, 2020
This is a great novella that lets you escape your problems and worries for a while and leaves you with warm fuzzy feelings. You have a teacher trying to help her students and families, a construction business owner with the hots for the teacher, his loving and crazy family, Beulah Big Bust and her greedy nephew, and Calamity (a cute abandoned puppy). Get you a cup of something warm and settle in for a visit to Bluestone Bluff.
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kathi jo goldwyn
4.0 out of 5 stars Heartwarming
Reviewed in the United States on November 6, 2020
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I really enjoyed this sweet heartwarming story. The editing is flawless and is such a joy to read. The characters are fun to meet and there is a former love interest that keeps this a sweet read. There's a rumor of a hidden treasure which adds to the drama. Well written book that I really needed right now. If you want a well written sweet holiday read grab yourself a copy. 4 1/2 stars
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5.0 out of 5 stars Charming
Reviewed in the United States on November 13, 2020
Lovely and cheerful book to read over the weekend.It's not the usual type of book I go for, but it literally had me laughing within the first five minutes and it continued in that spirit till the end.Very nicely written, the story unfolds by itself.My favourite character was a small lab puppy who had a final word in the book lol😊
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Mom12
4.0 out of 5 stars Novella that will make you a happy reader!
Reviewed in the United States on October 27, 2020
This was the definition of a fun, unputdownable story that will make you smile uncontrollably. My son caught me right after I finished this tale:

Son: Mom? What's wrong? You have a weird look on your face
Me: Its happiness. This book brought me joy.
Son: Oooookkkkkk. (Rolls eyes) what's for dinner?

This waa a spectacular small town romance where you pretty much know what's going to happen... But you don't care and still enjoy it. Writing was great and editing flawless. I was puzzled a few times when Adages were used that I didn't understand, even using the context. Couple of examples:

"“Eager, aren’t you? If you think a little dust vacuum and a few rags are going to spruce up your attic, your optimism defies logic. It’ll be like spitting in the ocean with the amount of accrued dust. There are layers and layers of it.""

"Despite her sometimes prickly independent moods, Adelene was like a full moon on an inky night. She radiated light and happiness."

Maybe these are Southern sayings? I don't know, but I was baffled by them and how the fit in the scene. Maybe its just me? But it didn't stop my enjoyment. And lets talk about how well she describes the scene:

"The round tables, now scrubbed to a shine, were surrounded with comfortable, stackable padded chairs and were sprinkled throughout the room. They offered a clean, warm welcome to anyone who entered the building. A new modern chalkboard and a dry erase white board, both framed in oak to match the restored wainscot along the lower walls, hung on the front wall of the classroom. The old cracked linoleum had been removed and the dark walnut wood floors gleamed in a rich chocolate patina to accent the lighter wood of the rest of the room."

I am loving this author's style of writing. And while my 20 yr old son may not get it, readers need to read this asap. Just close the door to your room so you don't have to explain your happy face to anyone.
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LindaGP
4.0 out of 5 stars Christmas Romance.
Reviewed in the United States on October 21, 2020
I enjoyed this story so much more than I expected! I usually read intense and dark books. Lots of worrying and crying and exhaustion afterwards. This book is nothing like that.
Its light and joyful. Full of caring and genuine love. I found myself relaxed and happy when I got to the end. It's a perfect story for bedtime. It also reminded me to NOT get stuck in one genre or tone when picking something to read.
If you're looking for a quick read about family, community, good food and goodwill towards others, this is perfect for you. There is mystery and mischief makers involved as well. Just enough to make you need to know the ending.
By the way, there is the yummiest looking recipe from the story at the end!
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