MIRACLE CREEK CHRISTMAS
When Riley Madigan moves to the sleepy mountain town of Miracle Creek, she hopes her new job as a high school art teacher will help her mend her recently broken heart. A little peace and quiet would be a gift this Christmas season. The last thing on her mind is love.
Former firefighter Mark Rivers has spent the last year recovering from burns sustained during a rescue operation. He's been trying to piece his life back together but still struggles both emotionally and psychologically. When he meets Riley, he finally sees something that might bring some light back into his life.
When Mark asks Riley to work on a special nativity project, he finds himself falling for her quirky, unaffected ways. Riley doesn't seem bothered by his scars, but is her affection for him real, or is this just another act of charity? One thing's for certain, in a small town that views Mark as a fragile hero, it's hard to pursue a relationship without everyone in his business. And although Riley has sincere feelings for Mark, is she ready to risk her heart?
Broken hearts and lives are mended as the town of Miracle Creek comes together to celebrate a Christmas to remember.
My Review:
Call me bibliophile-addled into stunned silence...for a minute or two, anyway...'cause I can't let the opportunity to wax poetical over this novel pass me by. I am in serious Miracle Creek Christmas book love!!!!! What a stunning, moving, brilliantly funny, captivating -- and every other glorious adjective you can think of -- story!
And right off the top I have to tell you that I listened to the audible edition narrated by Christine Williams and I'm convinced her performance enhanced my 'reading' enjoyment even more. The way she delivers the 'banter' lines had me laughing out loud. Which was kinda embarrassing in the post office line up. FYI, snort laughing in public during a pandemic, even when wearing a mask, might be considered alarming. Though it did clear a way to the front of the line so that's something. :-)
What a richly layered story. In plot and characterization. In the way Riley and Mark come together, the way their stories entwine as they both reach their own personal epiphanies. Tears and laughter -- sometimes both at the same time! Jensen's words held me spellbound and I savored every blessed word. Pure Christmas magic!
GIVEAWAY OPPORTUNITY:
This giveaway is for a paperback OR an ebook copy (you must have an Amazon.com account) -- winner's choice
If you would like a chance to win a copy of Miracle Creek Christmas, leave a comment below or email me at kavluvstoreadATyahooDOTca. If you add an email to your comment, remember to use AT and DOT instead of @ and . in order to protect yourself from spammers. If you enter the draw via email, please add the title to the subject line so it's easy to spot your entry. Draw will be held and winner announced on Saturday December 19 2020. Offer open to International Readers. Good luck!
This sounds like a wonderful story. My husband was a volunteer fireman for several years and my son is now a volunteer fireman and has been for many years.
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Such a special way to serve the community. God bless them for their service. Mark's story will have special meaning for you. Good luck, Wendy!
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I just discovered her a few weeks ago. She had a story in a Regency novella collection. I'll definitely be reading more from her! Good luck, Patty!
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You're welcome, Linda. Good luck!
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It really is! Good luck, Jana Leah!
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DeleteKrista Jensen is a new author for me. I enjoy Christmas stories.
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I've just discovered her too. Good luck, Caryl!
DeleteKrista Benson is a new to me author, but the story sounds great. My son in law is a fireman so we are always concerned about on the job injuries and it's something we pray about in our family all the time.
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would love to add this one!
Thanks Kav!
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And here I am winding down my Christmas reading and moving onto books I absolutely must read before the end of the year. :-) I got an early start because I wanted time to get the giveaways out so the books could be read before Christmas. This is definitely a not-to-be-missed Christmas read! Good luck, Tracey!
DeleteAnother wonderful sounding Christmas story to add to my pile. I'll be reading them well into the New Year, lol!
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...and all year round! :-) Good luck, Trixi!
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ReplyDeleteTis the season. :-) Good luck, Becky!
DeleteSo ready for some Christmas magic and MIRACLE CREEK CHRISTMAS sure sounds like it would fit the bill. Now on my TBR list and can't wait for the opportunity to read it. Love the cover from the scene in the background to the house imprinted on the ornament. Great title too.
ReplyDeleteThank you for the chance to win a copy!
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It definitely fits your Christmas magic criteria. Good luck, Kay!
DeleteVery pretty! I have been trying to read Christmas books in December.
ReplyDeleteIt's a fun way to count down to Christmas. Good luck, SIS!
DeleteSounds like a must read!
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I sure think it is! Good luck, Melanie!
DeleteAlways appreciate your introduction to good new to me authors! Thanks!
ReplyDeleteYou're welcome, CC! I love discovering and sharing new-to-me authors. Good luck!
DeleteThanks for the review, Kav! I've had my eye on this book. I'd love to win it. Thanks for the chance!
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It's the perfect Christmas read. Good luck, Winnie!
DeleteOh my goodness! This sounds great! I love Christmas stories.
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This one is beautiful! And funny. Good luck, Melissa!
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Good luck, LSA!
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