Here is the book summary:
The Heart of Christmas -
Lynnette Bonner
When Wynn Mason sees police lights at Misty Cove’s one-and-only
bar, she goes inside to investigate and is just in time to see her ex-boyfriend
punch Ryland Sage in the face. What is the star of her favorite TV show doing
in their tiny Pacific Coast town? Since Wynn is the only medical help for miles
around, she has to stitch up his face—and also maybe his heart—all while
protecting her own heart from the worldly charmer.
Love on a Mission in Millcreek -
JoAnn Durgin
Angelia Ford wonders if she’ll ever live down her unfortunate
outburst at the end of the Millcreek Elementary Christmas program. Sixteen
years later, she’s home to care for her grandfather and prays the town’s
citizens have finally forgiven her youthful indiscretion.
Millcreek’s newest resident, Nicholas Sanders, recognizes the
beautiful blonde server at the local diner, but it’s clear Angel doesn’t
remember him. What better time than the festive holiday season for Nick to
reintroduce himself to the girl he’s never forgotten?
The Bells of New Cheltenham -
Chautona Havig
When Justine Driscoll decides to enter a short story contest
using a Christmas carol as the inspiration, she discovers love in the carols
she investigates, in the story an ex-Army guy tells, and in the little tourist
town of New Cheltenham.
A Christmas Duet - Annette M.
Irby
A breakup steals a cellist’s inspiration. How will she create
new compositions for her ensemble’s next album? Perhaps the church’s handsome
music director could help. Join Kate Fleming and Zach Tillmon as Christmas
music brings them together on Whidbey Island, Washington.
A Night Divine - Dawn Kinzer
One chilly December night, a tragedy connects successful model
Camryn Tate and outreach minister Trace Gardner. As they share a common mission
serving the homeless on the streets of Seattle, they provide more than
food—they offer hope. But as Christmas Eve approaches, secrets have the
potential to break Camryn’s heart.
To Hear the Angels Sing -
Lesley Ann McDaniel
Being guardian of her niece isn’t as easy as Devlin Welsh might
hope. When her niece is invited to be in a church show, the free childcare is
hard to pass up. But when Devlin admits to knowing how to sew, she’s enlisted
as costume designer. How will she find the time?
One of Jonah Ryan’s favorite parts of his job as worship leader is working on
the kids’ Christmas musical. There’s something about the woman who’s
volunteering to design costumes this year that gets him thinking. Could there
be more to life than music?
Prairie Rose - Sylvia Stewart
For many years, Rose Morris has lived alone with her dog, Rusty.
Mitch Foster, a handsome, un-married neighbor, brings her a bright red
geranium, and insists on helping with chores. But who should drive into Rose’s
farmyard? The scoundrel husband who had deserted her and her teenaged son years
before. Later, a pre-teen runaway, found in her barn, adds his troubles to her
own, so Rose decides to re-capture the peace and serenity of Christmas.
And now, my review:
A Christmas Duet by Annette M. Irby is one
of seven stories in Melodies of Christmas Love. This story is full of wonderful moments of
connection. It starts on a ferry, which
I just love because I personally enjoy riding them when I’m in the PNW. The author made me feel like I was right
there enjoying the ride with them. She has
a way with words and she drew me right in to the story, painting each scene
with wonderful word choices. I really
loved the cello centerpiece of this one.
It’s the encompassing pivotal piece of it. Makes me want to sit down and enjoy a cup of
something warm and some cello music. Tis
the season for some great Christmas reading and I was so blessed with this
one. I’m sure I’ll go on to enjoy the
others as well.
I received a copy of this book from the author in exchange for
my honest review.
