Monday, October 19, 2015

A Heart Full of Christmas

GIVEAWAY

GIUSTI, DEBBY
HERNE, RUTH LOGAN
RADCLIFFE, TINA
LEESMITH, SANDRA
TIPPENS, MISSY
A HEART FULL OF CHRISTMAS

There's no time like the holidays to fall into romance with some of the best-known inspirational romance authors around! No matter what part of the country (or world!) you're from, these tender, holiday themed romances make you feel the joy of a faith-filled Christmas and the tender spirit of angels with every page you turn! Join these authors as they transport you to a "Joy-to-the-World" type happy-ever-after, the kind of joy every couple deserves!

A Miracle For Christmas by Debby Giusti -- Nurse Brigid O'Grady refuses to open her heart to NYPD Detective Tony Calabrese, knowing she could lose him to the gang violence that killed her dad. But, while working to save a patient on Christmas Eve night, Brigid is confronted by the very danger she most fears. Can Tony save Brigid -- or do they both need a miracle to make the darkness turn merry and bright.

Home to His Heart by Ruth Logan Herne -- Being in Ashton, Pennsylvania at Christmas time holds nothing but bad memories for Dr. Tess Cosgrove. Jake Karralis is at a tough professional crossroads. When Tess meets her high school nemesis living across the street with his twin sons, the stakes suddenly change. Can the timing of a young angel and the glory of a newborn king bring peace and happiness to two troubled souls? It can, with a little help from baklava and hand-rolled cannolis!

Under the Mistletoe by Tina Radcliffe -- Wrap your heart around a cozy little romanced that starts with a red wool scarf, an angel or two, and ends with Ben Logan and Lucy Fielding under the mistletoe.

Holiday Homecoming by Sandra Leesmith -- Debbie fell in love with surfer, David Martin. Against her parent’s wishes, she married her first love. Would the help of an angel and the influence of the Christmas season bring forgiveness and redemption?

Snowflake Kisses by Missy Tippens -- Unlucky in love, police deputy Hardy Greenway has spent his life in the friend zone. But now he’s fallen hard for the girlfriend of his nemesis. Dori Blanchette has been waiting for a proposal. But how can she say yes when she has feelings for Hardy? With Christmas tree ornaments playing spontaneously and secrets being revealed, there’s no telling who will end up together at Christmas!

My Review:

These diverse stories share an angel theme that evokes the special wonder of Christmas. It was fun becoming acquainted with angels in different guises. Uplifting tales of heart and faith.

A Miracle For Christmas by Debby Giusti -- Filled with tension, fraught with danger and cloaked in the magic of Christmas. This one gave me goosebumps. A classic Christmas tale laced with the kind of hope only an angelic messenger can bring.

Home to His Heart by Ruth Logan Herne -- The pain of emotional childhood scars play a pivotal role in this heart-tugging Christmas tale of loss and hope. Realistic in its naked honesty, this novella has the power to heal even as it entertains and includes a five star toe-curling kiss. Melted in a puddle on the floor. Tender. Passionate. Soothes away a world of hurts. Thud.

Under the Mistletoe by Tina Radcliffe -- Sharp and snappy with more than a touch of Christmas magic. Ben and Lucy have been friends since childhood and it doesn't look like anything will come of Ben's unrequited love until an angel (or two) get involved.  Heartwarming and smile-inducing.

Holiday Homecoming by Sandra Leesmith -- A beautiful story of family and forgiveness. It's told from the perspective of an older woman telling her friends about her first love. A unique angle for a romance and I loved the snippets of old friends gathered together as much as the romantic memories. Made it more poignant somehow.

Snowflake Kisses by Missy Tippens -- A touching love story that's not without its share of complications. Hardy hasn't chosen an easy path to romance. I was fuming on his behalf more than a time or two and cheering Dori on once she begins to see the light. The angelic presence is more subtle in this novella, but makes a huge impact nonetheless.

GIVEAWAY OPPORTUNITY:

Please note -- available in ebook format only

If you would like an opportunity to win a copy of A Heart Full of Christmas please leave a comment below or email me at kavluvstoreadATyahooDOTca. If you post a comment and add your email address, please use AT and DOT instead of @ and . in the address to protect yourself from spammers. If you enter the draw via email please remember to put the title in the subject line so that it's easy for me to spot your entry. Draw will be held and winner announced on Sunday October 25 2015. Offer open to international readers. Good luck!

17 comments:

  1. Christmas books cool.kamundsen44ATyahooDOTcom

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    1. A great way to start your season off. Good luck, Kim.

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  2. I just finished reading these.....sweet Christmas stories. Loved them!

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    1. They were great, weren't they? And each complimented the other. A really strong collection. Thanks for stopping by and adding your seal of approval, Jackie.!

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  3. I have this set of novellas and it sounds like they are some great reads! Looking forward to some Christmas tales :-)

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    1. You'll love them, Trixi. The angel theme is so much fun.

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  4. Christmas season is coming up fast. This sounds an enjoyable read.
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  5. I love the Seekerville novellas! Great review! Thanks for the chance to win!

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    1. Thanks, Abbi -- and yes Seekerville novellas are the best. Good luck.

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  6. I can't believe it's Christmas time already! I would love to read these!

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    1. Shhh -- it's still autumn but I don't mind breaking into Christmas stories early. Good luck, Melody.

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  7. I love christmas books.. truckredford(at)gmail(dot)com

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    1. This novella collection is a great place to start for this season. Good luck, Eliza.

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  8. I tend to stick to longer books where I can really invest in the characters and story, but I will read anything Ruth Logan Herne writes.

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    1. Agreed. I like the occasional novella collection though -- especially seasonal ones like this. Good luck, Terrill.

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  9. Wonderful group of authors for the holidays. :)
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