4.4 (598 ratings)

If I Loved You: The Donnelly Cabin Inn: Book 1 (The Donnelly Cabin Inn Series)

Name: If I Loved You: The Donnelly Cabin Inn: Book 1 (The Donnelly Cabin Inn Series)
Rating: 4.4 (598 reviews)
Author: Joanne Pence
ISBN: B08RWQH1HZ

by Joanne Pence

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About this book

Carly Fullerton and Alex Townson are both looking for the same thing: a peaceful escape from the pressures of their demanding lives. When they arrive at a remote mountain cabin expecting solitude, they find themselves trapped in an accidental, high-stakes roommate situation. Carly is exhausted, Alex is a prickly thriller author, and both are equally determined to claim the space for themselves. An uneasy truce is their only option, but the silence they crave is quickly shattered by something far more persistent than their own bickering.

The cabin is occupied by a pair of mischievous resident ghosts who have absolutely no intention of letting these two strangers live in peace. These ethereal matchmakers are determined to spark a romance, using supernatural pranks and clever interventions to force the duo closer together. As the tension between the stubborn pair shifts from irritation to undeniable chemistry, they must contend with the unsettling reality that they are not alone in the woods.

Perfect for fans of paranormal romance, this charming tale blends small-town warmth with a whimsical ghostly twist. If you enjoy forced proximity tropes, witty banter, and a touch of the afterlife, this heartwarming story will keep you turning pages until the very end.

Publication Date: May 25, 2026
ASIN: B08RWQH1HZ

Reader Reviews

Great book and story !

October 22, 2023

I really enjoyed this book! It was interesting and always kept me turning each page! I loved the dog ! Ghost are fascinating and always keep you a little nervous, but your better judgement keeps you reading. Good read you will enjoy it ! )

GREAT romance

January 17, 2024

If you like sweet romance with a little, non-scary supernatural thrown in, this is a great novel and you should read it. There was good tension between the two main characters and moving forward in the series, the sisters and the lore of the Donnelly cabin sound interesting enough to continue reading. Also, prepare some snacks when you read this, because there are lots of mentions of delicious food because of Carly's job. Carly is a chef / caterer making from-scratch breakfasts for the Donnelly...

Carly and Alex and Elijah!

November 4, 2025

‘If I Loved You’ was touching. The plot involved a chance meeting between two strangers, an interesting portrait hanging on the wall, unfortunate family dynamics, town’s people intimating about a haunted cabin, sorting out career passions, an unwelcome blast from the past, stressing out over a writing deadline, contemplating selling a catering business, focusing on a muse, and falling in love. Moreover, Carly and Alex, the protagonists, were ideally suited for each other and gushed with...

Fantastic

March 8, 2025

I very much loved the characters and,of course, elijah. The book made me feel like I was right there, now that's, an awesome writer!!!! )

If I Loved you

August 21, 2024

The characters were well thought out and very realistic. I enjoyed the story and love that there was no foul language or sex scences. I will be reading more of Joanne Prince's books. )