Blizzard at Blue Ridge Inn

About the Book

Three strangers stranded in a North Georgia inn confront lies from their pasts and experience the healing power of friendship.

Amanda Sullivan is desperately trying to save her crumbling second marriage. Will celebrating her ninth anniversary with her husband in Blue Ridge breathe new life into their troubled relationship?

Erica Parker suspects her husband is unfaithful. She vows to learn if her distrust is real or imagined.

Wendy Peterson can hardly wait for the birth of her baby with her wealthy husband, until a shopping spree in the quaint tourist town shatters everything.

When a once-in-a-century snowstorm blankets the country and delays their husbands’ arrivals, the perfectionist, the peacemaker, and the socializer find themselves alone at the historic Blue Ridge Inn. During two days of isolation, they overcome the differences in their ages and lifestyles to discover they have a lot in common. As the temperature rises and the snow begins to melt, a stranger delivers shocking news. Their stay at the inn is no accident.

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About the Author

Award-winning author, Pat Nichols is proving it’s never too late to follow your dreams. Nine years after retiring from a twenty-seven-year corporate career with an international beauty company, her love for writing resurfaced and prompted her to launch career number two as a novelist. Now she draws on her experience to write stories with tension-laced challenges and heart-warming triumphs. The Secret of Willow Inn is a 2020 Selah Award winner. Starstruck in Willow Falls is a NGCWC Georgia Peach Award winner. Her short story The Vet and Valentine Day also won a NGCWC Georgia Peach Award.

Pat is a member of American Christian Fiction Writers and Word Weavers International. She has been featured on WATC Television Atlanta Alive, in Southern Writer’s Magazine, and in Voyager Magazine.

More from Pat

Nestled in Chattahoochee National Forest, Southern Living Magazine named Blue Ridge, Georgia as one of 2022 South’s Best Mountain Towns. The first time my husband and I visited the town, we were impressed with the galleries, shops, Scenic Railway, and the friendly vibe. Although I was writing a series set near Savannah, the idea of Blue Ridge staring in a new series took root. When I finished writing the last book in the Butler Family series the idea had blossomed.

Another trip to the iconic town. This time to identify a setting for book one about Amanda, Erica, and Wendy, strangers who find themselves stranded in a cozy inn during a blizzard. We found the Blue Ridge Inn Bed and Breakfast. Perfect! I pressed the front-door buzzer. When I explained my mission to the woman who responded, she took my number and promised the owner would contact us. An hour later John Lavin met us on the front porch. He graciously gave us a tour and shared the 1890 Victorian home’s history.

Writing a fictional story set in a historic inn steps from the train depot and downtown Blue Ridge was inspiring. In fact, I’ve dedicated Blizzard at Blue Ridge Inn to John and guests who stay at the inn. In June, my husband and I plan to spend our anniversary in the suite reserved for Erica. We’ll ride the train and enjoy dinner at the Black Sheep restaurant, a scene in Blue Ridge series book two. By that time, book three will be finished. Then on to book four.

My Thoughts

Blizzard at Blue Ridge Inn by Pat Nichols is a charming story. I was quickly drawn in and I was curious to see how the three ladies would handle their predicament. I like the author’s engaging writing style. The characters are developed and relatable. The three women are different based on first appearances (age, clothing styles, abodes), but we soon learn they have quite a bit in common. I enjoyed watching the relationships develop between Amanda, Erica, Wendy, Abby, and Morgan (and Dusty too). The women along with the teen girls will need to be strong if they are going to handle what lies ahead. The twists kept coming for these ladies. They have their work cut out for them. I like the town of Blue Ridge, Georgia. I look forward to meeting more of the friendly town residents in the next book. Blizzard at Blue Ridge Inn is about trust, friendship, strength, courage, and family. I hope the next book in the series will be out soon.

Giveaway

To celebrate her tour, Pat is giving away the grand prize package of a $50 Amazon gift card and a signed copy of the book!! Be sure to comment on the blog stops for nine extra entries into the giveaway! Click here to enter. Good Luck!

Blizzard at Blue Ridge Inn is available from Amazon*. You can read it for free if you subscribe to Kindle Unlimited. The second book in the Blue Ridge Series is The Inheritance. The Wedding is the third book in the Blue Ridge Series and it will be out on August 13. I have a cousin who lives in Blue Ridge, Georgia. The pictures in today's post show Blue Ridge and the surrounding mountains. Thank you for stopping by today. I will return on April 16 with A Twinkle of Trouble by Daryl wood Gerber. It is the fifth A Fairy Garden Mystery. Before you depart, do not forget to enter the giveaway (can you imagine all the books you can get for $50). I hope that you have a delightful weekend. Take care and Happy Reading!