I really enjoyed this quick heart warming read. It was a great way to start my holiday season. I recommend this fast paced story with all its twists and turns into everyone’s life. I like that the story isn't overwhelmingly about Christmas but about the people. ( )

I received this book via a librarything.com giveaway.

I have always loved novellas. They are short and sweet. This one did not disappoint.

You received enough background for the story to flow smoothly and not feel rushed. The characters were great. I loved that it had a anti-hero in it.

Amy's way of writing made the novella go so fast for me that I wish it was longer!

Great read. ( )

Meghan and Fiona have been separated from their family for a very long time and are only reunited because Fiona is sick and needs a bone marrow transplant. Meghan left her family behind for Fiona's father, Liam, a boy who came from a family that the town snubbed and looked down upon, and were also accusing of arson. Later she takes Fiona and leaves her husband behind because some alleged “proof” is given to her that Liam is indeed guilty of the crime, and others. Her fear of facing her family, and that Liam will find her force her to stay away from her home town until she has to contact family members to be tested for a bone marrow match. To her surprise, she finds Liam living there, and prospering, even after he served time in jail for the crimes he may or may not have committed. Justice is served and a happy ending prevails when the truth comes out about the arson, and Meghan and Liam reunite and Fiona becomes well.
Sometimes when I read a book, I am aware of how the author probably wants me to feel, but just don't feel it deeply from the heart. I have to tell you this is not the case with Ms. Gamet's writing. This is the second book I have read by her. I enjoyed them both. This particular story evoked raw and true emotions that felt as if the happenings were going on in real life, and not just in a story. I thought it held enough promise to be a full length novel. It was a great story, and had enough background that it could surely have lasted. I prefer full length novels, but this author's work has been worth reading at any length.
I was given a copy of this book for free in exchange for an honest review. ( )

Meghan was just a teenager when she feel in love with bad boy Liam. Even though her parents told her to stay away she could not resist his charm. She loved Liam and knew he was better than his alcoholic father and rowdy family. Meghan found a chance when the two of them could meet and be together. After their encounter Meghan realized she was pregnant and the father of her child was accused of a crime he said he did not commit. Meghan and Liam decided to run away together. That was until she needed to go back to her old life and family to save her daughter.

This was a great short story. I was able to read it in one sitting and I did not want to put the book down once I started reading. I loved the story line. The story had pain, love, and forgiveness. I was glad that the story was not very detailed about the daughters sickness. This made it a good heartwarming story instead of a tear-jerker. With the book’s Christmas theme it was nice to have a good, loving family story. A recommended read.

RATING: 4.5

HEAT RATING: MILD

REVIEWED BY: Rae

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All I can say is WOW!! AHHH!! Even though it was a novella, it was all there.. Drama and romance.. The story is sweet and light.. In all of the 3 books I read, this was my favorite.. I almost cried on some parts. It was so worth reading and you won't be disappointed..

=Take note: this is a novella. It's short but for me it was, so far, the best book that I read written by Amy Gamet= ( )