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Book Description:
Could just friends…
Turn into something more?
With its twinkling lights, evergreen wreaths and freshly fallen snow, small-town Medina, Ohio, is bursting with holiday charm. And accountant Chloe Winner has everything in order, including a successful business and a warm community at the Loaves of Love food bank. But she has one tiny problem—her inconvenient feelings for fellow volunteer Jamison Smith. After all, the easygoing park ranger is her complete opposite. Plus, she’s dating his best friend, who is a much better match…isn’t he? Something about kind, thoughtful Jamison is making Chloe’s season so much brighter. Could falling in love find a place on her Christmas to-do list?
My Thoughts: Heartfelt
Chloe and Jamison's friends-to-more-than-friends relationship story is beautiful and heartfelt. Their relationship had its pluses, which included their already established friendship, trust, and companionship. However, it also had its bumps in the road revolving around family, new discoveries, and a love triangle. Actually, it has two love triangles. One is expected. However, the other is a very different type. I hadn't thought of it, but once it came to light, it made perfect sense and added a new element to the story, which helped me understand the character's struggle and, in turn, added another dimension to Chloe and Jamison's relationship.
Following Chloe and Jamison's changing relationship was touching and made for such an enjoyable story. The sense of community and family bonds added special touches to their story, as did a pair of teenagers going through teenage issues. The author's descriptive writing of their angst and their transition to pre-adult life added even more realism, which also impacted Chloe and Jamison. All of these elements were woven together flawlessly, making the result a wonderfully touching and heartfelt story.
I was provided with an advanced copy of this book. All comments and opinions are entirely my own and voluntary.
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About the Author: Shelley Shepard Gray
Shelley Shepard Gray is a NYT and USA Today bestselling author. She's published over a hundred novels and has over a million books in print. She currently lives in northern Ohio and writes full time.
Shelley lives just an hour from Holmes County, where many of her Amish-themed novels are set. She currently writes contemporary romance and Amish fiction for a variety of publishers. When not spending time with her family or writing, she can usually be found walking her two dachshunds on one of the many trails in the Cleveland area.
She also bakes a lot, loves coconut cream pie, and will hardly ever pull weeds, mow the yard, or drive in the snow.
Shelley also spends a lot of time on line! Please visit her website, www.shelleyshepardgray.com to find out her latest news or to sign up for her newsletter. Shelley can also be found on FaceBook, Instagram @shelley.s.gray, or on Twitter @ShelleySGray.
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