And the Mist Was On the Mountain
One Woman. One Ranch. One Chance to Start Again. After the sudden loss of her husband Rob, Liz Cunningham is left to run a sprawling Colorado ranch—and hold her family together.
From Laura Carlson
I have read a number of books written by Andrea Smutz and have enjoyed all of them. But this book, And The Mist Was On The Mountain, is my absolute favorite. I so enjoyed meeting all the characters and the family commitment from all of them to their Mother and the Ranch. I read this book at a time when I needed to dive deep into a book and leave reality. What an escape. I believe I finished the book in just a few days. I could not put it down. I had to find out what happened next! The characters are just wonderful and the love stories, were believable and so comforting. It has been awhile since I’ve read this book, but I’m now going to read it again! It’s that GOOD. 5/5
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I love reading books by local authors in my area, and it's even better when I know them. I had the pleasure of participating at a book show with Andrea and we exchanged books. She thought this one was something I would enjoy, and she was right! And The Mist Was On The Mountain is a beautiful book about family, love, and resilience. It takes place in the Colorado Rockies on a family ranch called The Running C. The main character is a woman named Liz, and when the book opens, she has just lost her husband of many years, Rob, to cancer. In the days that followed, her wonderful children and extended families rallied around her for support and plans to carry on the farm. No one is more surprised than Liz when a handsome professor arrives and sweeps her off her feet. It is a whirlwind love affair for the ages. And never let it be said that romance is only for the young. Andrea writes their story with fire and passion and keeps the reader wanting more with every page. I love books where I am right there in the pages. I want to see and feel the landscape, the emotions, the good times, and tough times. This book has all of that from the beautiful way she describes the landscape, the abundant family dinners and celebrations that happen, and even the hard truths about farm life and animals. It's a great book!
One Woman. One Ranch. One Chance to Start Again.
After the sudden loss of her husband Rob, Liz Cunningham is left to run a sprawling Colorado ranch–and hold her family together. With the help of her children, a loyal foreman, and her daughter Misty, who’s finishing a master’s in ranch management, Liz steps into a role she never expected: leader, mother, and survivor.
As Liz and Misty navigate the challenges of ranch life, they discover strength in each other and the power of family. But Liz’s heart still aches for the love she lost. A trip to Europe with her closest friend rekindles her spirit–and opens the door to a new beginning.
When an unexpected man enters her life, Liz finds herself falling in love again.
This is a story of resilience, family, and rediscovering joy when you least expect it.
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I love reading books by local authors in my area, and it's even better when I know them. I had the pleasure of participating at a book show with Andrea and we exchanged books. She thought this one was something I would enjoy, and she was right! And The Mist Was On The Mountain is a beautiful book about family, love, and resilience. It takes place in the Colorado Rockies on a family ranch called The Running C. The main character is a woman named Liz, and when the book opens, she has just lost her husband of many years, Rob, to cancer. In the days that followed, her wonderful children and extended families rallied around her for support and plans to carry on the farm. No one is more surprised than Liz when a handsome professor arrives and sweeps her off her feet. It is a whirlwind love affair for the ages. And never let it be said that romance is only for the young. Andrea writes their story with fire and passion and keeps the reader wanting more with every page. I love books where I am right there in the pages. I want to see and feel the landscape, the emotions, the good times, and tough times. This book has all of that from the beautiful way she describes the landscape, the abundant family dinners and celebrations that happen, and even the hard truths about farm life and animals. It's a great book!
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