Castle Mountain Lodge Series by Elena Aitken

Christmas represents everything Andi Williams is supposed to have, and doesn't. Running away to a remote mountain lodge in the Canadian Rockies, sounds like the perfect way to escape, until a mix-up finds her sharing a villa with sexy, rough around the edges, Colin Hartford. Colin's determination to enjoy the holiday he’s missed for the last five years, sweeps Andi into a season of joy that she’s not sure she’s ready for. Can Andi open herself up to everything the holidays have to offer.. moreChristmas represents everything Andi Williams is supposed to have, and doesn't. Running away to a remote mountain lodge in the Canadian Rockies, sounds like the perfect way to escape, until a mix-up finds her sharing a villa with sexy, rough around the edges, Colin Hartford. Colin's determination to enjoy the holiday he’s missed for the last five years, sweeps Andi into a season of joy that she’s not sure she’s ready for. Can Andi open herself up to everything the holidays have to offer... including love? less

Bo’s always known that to be a successful hiking guide at the beautiful Castle Mountain Lodge, you have to flirt with the ladies-but never get too close; have a penchant for wild adventures-but know when to pull away; and never have any ties holding you back. And his plan was working fine…until Ella, the child he didn’t know he had appears in his life... moreBo’s always known that to be a successful hiking guide at the beautiful Castle Mountain Lodge, you have to flirt with the ladies-but never get too close; have a penchant for wild adventures-but know when to pull away; and never have any ties holding you back. And his plan was working fine…until Ella, the child he didn’t know he had appears in his life. Morgan’s always known what she wanted out of life but when the doctor’s crippling diagnosis changes everything, she knows she needs a fresh start. Maybe changing her career and throwing herself into a totally new lifestyle at the Lodge is exactly what she needs? And it might have worked too… Bo knows he needs Morgan’s help to reach Ella, but will she be willing to give up the new life she thought she wanted? And can either of them let down their guard long enough to recognize that all they really need is right in front of them, in Ella…and each other. less

~A Castle Mountain Lodge Romance Short Story~Return to the beautiful, rustic and romantic Castle Mountain Lodge and catch up with Andi and Colin who prove that sometimes Unexpected Gifts have equally Unexpected Endings.A companion short story to the Castle Mountain Lodge Romance Series. Please note, this is a short story, not a full length novel... more~A Castle Mountain Lodge Romance Short Story~Return to the beautiful, rustic and romantic Castle Mountain Lodge and catch up with Andi and Colin who prove that sometimes Unexpected Gifts have equally Unexpected Endings.A companion short story to the Castle Mountain Lodge Romance Series. Please note, this is a short story, not a full length novel.~A sweet, contemporary romance~**Author's note: While Unexpected Endings can be read and enjoyed as a stand alone story, it is best enjoyed and understood by first reading Unexpected Gifts. And please, check out the rest of the Castle Mountain Lodge Series for more mountain romance. Learn how Colin and Andi came to fall in love, in Unexpected Gifts and be there for their wedding in Mistaken Gifts, AVAILABLE NOW!Book 1: Unexpected Gifts (Andi and Colin's Story)Book 2: Hidden Gifts (Bo and Morgan's Story)Unexpected Endings- A companion short story (Andi and Colin)Book 3: Mistaken Gifts (Jeff and Eva's Story)Book 4: Secret Gifts (Gage and Megan's Story)Book 5: Goodbye Gifts (Dylan and Carmen's Story)Book 6: Tempting Gifts (Jason and Lisa's Story)And don't forget to check out the steamy new resort romances at The SpringsBook 1: Summer of Change (Trent and Samantha's Story)Book 2: Falling Into Forever (Rhys and Kari's Story) Book 3: Winter's Burn (Slade and Beth's Story) Book 4: Midnight Springs (Jax and Bria's Story) less

NOW Available! Eva Andrews would do anything for her best friend, even if it means dropping everything to plan a last minute wedding at Castle Mountain Lodge. Especially when the last thing she feels like doing is celebrating love now that she’s sworn off men. And with Jeff Michaels, the rugged and all too good-looking ranch hand determined to get in her way, it won’t be easy... moreNOW Available! Eva Andrews would do anything for her best friend, even if it means dropping everything to plan a last minute wedding at Castle Mountain Lodge. Especially when the last thing she feels like doing is celebrating love now that she’s sworn off men. And with Jeff Michaels, the rugged and all too good-looking ranch hand determined to get in her way, it won’t be easy. Jeff’s never wanted more than the life he has at the Lodge, but an exciting new job opportunity and the arrival of a beautiful—albeit frustrating—woman have him second-guessing everything. Despite the fact that they know how to push each other’s buttons, their attraction is impossible to ignore. Castle Mountain Lodge is known for bringing couples together, but only if Eva and Jeff can get out of their own way long enough to see what they could have—together **Author's note: While Mistaken Gifts can be read and enjoyed as a stand alone story, check out the rest of the Castle Mountain Lodge Series for more mountain romance. Unexpected Gifts- Available NOW! Hidden Gifts - Available NOW! Unexpected Endings- A short story-Available Now! Secret Gifts - Coming October 2013 Goodbye Gifts -Coming November 2013 less

**Please note--This is a 'Steamy' Version of the original Mistaken Gifts. If you prefer a sweet romance read, the original version is probably for you.** Click Here---> http://bit.ly/10ndk60 When you're looking for a little escape to the rugged mountain landscape that's as beautiful as it is wild, unwind at Castle Mountain Lodge. Eva Andrews would do anything for her best friend Andi, especially if it means dropping everything to plan a last minute wedding at Castle Mountain Lodge... more**Please note--This is a 'Steamy' Version of the original Mistaken Gifts. If you prefer a sweet romance read, the original version is probably for you.** Click Here---> http://bit.ly/10ndk60 When you're looking for a little escape to the rugged mountain landscape that's as beautiful as it is wild, unwind at Castle Mountain Lodge. Eva Andrews would do anything for her best friend Andi, especially if it means dropping everything to plan a last minute wedding at Castle Mountain Lodge. But planning the perfect wedding isn't proving to be easy, especially when Jeff Michaels, the rugged and all too good-looking ranch hand, is determined to get in her way. Despite the fact that Jeff knows how to push all of Eva's buttons, there's an attraction between them that can't be denied. But Eva's sworn off men and even if she did allow herself to act on the feelings that keep growing stronger, there's the small matter of her 'fake date' in the way. Castle Mountain is known for bringing couples together, but can Eva and Jeff get out of their own way long enough to see what they could have--together? ~A sexy, contemporary romance!~ For the 'sweet' version of Mistaken Gifts, copy and paste this link—> http://bit.ly/10ndk60 **Author's note: Like all my books, Mistaken Gifts can be read and enjoyed as a stand alone novel, but are even more enjoyable when you read them as a series. Catch up with your favorite characters with the rest of the books! Steamy Versions Coming Soon! Book 1: Unexpected Gifts (Andi and Colin's Story) Book 2: Hidden Gifts (Bo and Morgan's Story) Unexpected Endings- A companion short story (Andi and Colin) Book 3: Mistaken Gifts (Jeff and Eva's Story) Book 4: Secret Gifts (Gage and Megan's Story) Book 5: Goodbye Gifts (Dylan and Carmen's Story) Book 6: Tempting Gifts (Jason and Lisa's Story) And don't forget to check out the sexy new resort romances at The Springs Book 1: Summer of Change (Trent and Samantha's Story) Book 2: Falling Into Forever (Rhys and Kari's Story) Book 3: Winter's Burn (Slade and Beth's Story) Book 4: Midnight Springs (Jax and Bria's Story) less

Run away to Castle Mountain Lodge where you can hide--but not from love. If party-boy Gage Mitchell doesn't shape up, he'll lose the acting role of a lifetime, and with it, the only means he has to help his family. PR rep, Megan Powers has only one job--keep Gage Mitchell out of trouble, or she'll be looking for a new career. And what better place to do it then the remote and beautiful Castle Mountain Lodge... moreRun away to Castle Mountain Lodge where you can hide--but not from love. If party-boy Gage Mitchell doesn't shape up, he'll lose the acting role of a lifetime, and with it, the only means he has to help his family. PR rep, Megan Powers has only one job--keep Gage Mitchell out of trouble, or she'll be looking for a new career. And what better place to do it then the remote and beautiful Castle Mountain Lodge. After all, how much trouble could he get into deep in the mountains? Surrounded by wilderness and away from the paparazzi, there isn't much for Gage and Megan to focus on--except each other. But when a dark secret from Gage's past threatens to ruin everything, Megan and Gage stand to lose it all--including each other. ~A sweet, contemporary romance~ **Author's note: While Secret Gifts can be read and enjoyed as a stand alone novel, check out the rest of the Castle Mountain Lodge Series for more mountain romance! less

Available November 18, 2013 For Carmen Kincaid—the customer service manager at Castle Mountain Lodge—work has always come before love. There's never been room in her busy life for romance, despite what her family would have liked. Dylan Harrison has always put business first. And with his new project—the Springs resort—only months away from becoming a reality, he needs to focus more than ever. Spending time together as a minor distraction? Sure... moreAvailable November 18, 2013 For Carmen Kincaid—the customer service manager at Castle Mountain Lodge—work has always come before love. There's never been room in her busy life for romance, despite what her family would have liked. Dylan Harrison has always put business first. And with his new project—the Springs resort—only months away from becoming a reality, he needs to focus more than ever. Spending time together as a minor distraction? Sure. What neither of them counted on was falling so hard for the other. Especially when a relationship couldn't come at a worse time. But when it comes to love—sometimes there is no such thing as the perfect time. A Castle Mountain Lodge Romance less

Fall in love with Christmas at Castle Mountain Lodge!  Ever since Ryan Morrison has taken over as Customer Service Manager at the famous Castle Mountain Lodge he’s witnessed the ‘magic of the Lodge’ and couples of all kinds falling in love around him. Is it the backdrop of the majestic mountains? Or maybe just the luxuriously rustic setting? Either way, Ryan’s convinced it won’t ever happen to him.  For Julie Pitts her number one focus has always been raising sixteen-year-old Shay... moreFall in love with Christmas at Castle Mountain Lodge!  Ever since Ryan Morrison has taken over as Customer Service Manager at the famous Castle Mountain Lodge he’s witnessed the ‘magic of the Lodge’ and couples of all kinds falling in love around him. Is it the backdrop of the majestic mountains? Or maybe just the luxuriously rustic setting? Either way, Ryan’s convinced it won’t ever happen to him.  For Julie Pitts her number one focus has always been raising sixteen-year-old Shay. Julie would do anything for her daughter, including organizing a special Christmas crafting retreat at Castle Mountain Lodge as a way for them to spend the holidays in the mountains the way her daughter has always wanted.  Shay has also always wanted her mother to fall in love and when she sees a potential love match between the handsome manager and her mom who is long overdue for some romance in her life, she sets out to give the ‘magic of the Lodge’ a little festive help. After all…what’s more romantic than Christmas at Castle Mountain Lodge? ~A sweet, Contemporary Romance~ ***Author's note: While Holiday Gifts can be read and enjoyed as a stand alone novel, check out the rest of the Castle Mountain Lodge Series for more mountain romance!  Unexpected Gifts--(Colin & Andi) Hidden Gifts--(Bo & Morgan) Mistaken Gifts--(Jeff & Eva) Secret Gifts--(Gage & Megan) Goodbye Gifts--(Dylan & Carmen) Tempting Gifts--(Jason & Lisa) Holiday Gifts--(Ryan & Julie) less

She isn't who she pretends to be. He's falling for a lie. Is their connection strong enough for the truth? Tess has spent her whole life playing it safe and she likes it that way. Mostly. But sometimes life doesn't go according to plan and with her emergency fund dwindling, Tess has no choice but to pose as a consultant for an adventure center... moreShe isn't who she pretends to be. He's falling for a lie. Is their connection strong enough for the truth? Tess has spent her whole life playing it safe and she likes it that way. Mostly. But sometimes life doesn't go according to plan and with her emergency fund dwindling, Tess has no choice but to pose as a consultant for an adventure center. It's the exact opposite of playing it safe, but how hard could it be? It isn't hard for Max to see that the woman hired to consult on his new project might be gorgeous, but she is most definitely not an expert in outdoor adventure centers. He should call her on her lie, but there's something about her that he can't resist. Keeping to her story gets harder than Tess expected, especially as her feelings for Max start to grow. She can't keep it up much longer, but telling the truth could ruin everything—including the chance for love. less

City girl Tess Roger's idea of adventure involves putting cream instead of milk in her coffee, so she has no business consulting on a new adventure park. But when her best friend makes her a deal she can’t refuse, posing as a consultant is exactly what she does. Surely she should be able to fake her way through a meeting or two. How hard could it be? Max Grant isn’t blind. It’s easy to see that the super sexy, consultant put on his account doesn’t know a thing about adventure activities... moreCity girl Tess Roger's idea of adventure involves putting cream instead of milk in her coffee, so she has no business consulting on a new adventure park. But when her best friend makes her a deal she can’t refuse, posing as a consultant is exactly what she does. Surely she should be able to fake her way through a meeting or two. How hard could it be? Max Grant isn’t blind. It’s easy to see that the super sexy, consultant put on his account doesn’t know a thing about adventure activities. He can see after only five minutes of meeting her in Hope Falls that she isn’t who she says she is. But there’s something about her and when the chance to take her back to Castle Mountain Lodge comes up, he can’t resist the opportunity. Lies have a way of building, and with her feelings for Max growing, Tess can’t keep it up for much longer. But telling the truth could mess everything up including the chance for love. **Accidental Gifts is a standalone novella in Melanie Shawn’s Hope Falls Kindle World. It’s connected to Sweet Reunion by Melanie Shawn where you first meet Amanda and Justin with Mountain Ridge Outdoor Adventures. And is also connected to Elena Aitken’s Castle Mountain Lodge Series where you will find many of the characters familiar. It can be read and enjoyed on its own.** less

You're invited back to Castle Mountain Lodge! For as long as she could remember, Marissa Duncan had been completely and totally in love with her older brother’s best friend. She spent her teenage years secretly crushing on Nick Slater until one day—sure he felt the same way— she got up the courage to tell him how she felt. But instead of reciprocating her affection, the boy she’d fallen in love with had laughed in her face and sent her away broken hearted... moreYou're invited back to Castle Mountain Lodge! For as long as she could remember, Marissa Duncan had been completely and totally in love with her older brother’s best friend. She spent her teenage years secretly crushing on Nick Slater until one day—sure he felt the same way— she got up the courage to tell him how she felt. But instead of reciprocating her affection, the boy she’d fallen in love with had laughed in her face and sent her away broken hearted. It’s been eight years since Nick has seen Marissa Duncan. Eight years that he hasn’t been able to stop thinking about her and what could have been if he’d followed his heart the night she’d confessed her love to him. But the timing hadn’t been right, and there was a code between friends. He couldn’t date his best friends little sister. No matter what. For eight years, Marissa has managed to avoid Nick, but there will be no way to avoid him at her brother’s wedding at Castle Mountain Lodge, the most romantic location in the Rockies. Especially since Nick’s the best man, and she’s agreed to be the maid of honor. She has no reason to be nervous, after all, she’s no longer the awkward, uncertain teenager she once was. Besides, what she felt for Nick was only a childhood crush. Things have changed. Haven’t they? ~A sweet contemporary romance~ Author's note: While Promised Gifts can be read and enjoyed as a stand alone novel, check out the rest of the Castle Mountain Lodge Series for more mountain romance! Unexpected Gifts--(Colin & Andi) Hidden Gifts--(Bo & Morgan) Mistaken Gifts--(Jeff & Eva) Secret Gifts--(Gage & Megan) Goodbye Gifts--(Dylan & Carmen) Tempting Gifts--(Jason & Lisa) Holiday Gifts--(Ryan & Julie) Promised Gifts -- (Nick & Marissa) less