A Magical Little Christmas

By A.C. James

~A humorous feel-good Christmas story about following your heart, holiday wishes, and a second chance at finding love. The best things in life can't be planned, and sometimes love is sweeter the second time around. Oh, and there might just be an elf.~

 

Clara Parker was a small-town girl from Overlook, Nebraska who followed her dreams to New York but ended up working as a literary agent instead. On her way home for the holidays, she encounters a strange man and finds herself in possession of a unique book. Unexpected news from her sister, hilarious family gossip, and running into the man who once stole her heart force Clara to acknowledge the truth.

 

Successful restaurateur Luciano Ventura can't forget the passionate first love of a high school sweetheart. As the summer of their senior year came to a close, unforeseen events with the health of his father tore the young couple apart. A meddlesome sister helps these two former lovers discover undeniable truths about the choices they've made. He never thought tiramisu would lead to such a searing reunion, but only if he can convince Clara that she can live her dreams and be with him too.

 

Is a merry-ever-after the recipe this holiday season or is their relationship just yesterday's leftovers?

 

Reader Note: Formerly published as Make A Wish as part of a multiauthor project called Christmas Encounters in 2014.

• Language: English
• Publisher: WIP Publishing & RAS LLC
• Release date: Dec 29, 2021
• ISBN: 9798201244712

A.C. James

New York Times and USA Today bestselling author A.C. James writes paranormal romance and erotica, including Eternal Ever After which was featured in the bestselling Spice Box anthology. She pounds out sexy scenes at her keyboard where romance is laced with horror in hot stories of vampires and bad boy werewolves. Her stories feature strong heroines and alpha heroes, with plenty of action, twists, and turns that will keep you turning pages. A.C. resides in northeast Pennsylvania where she entertains her husband with her imaginative yarns and quirky sense of humor. She spends her time drinking large vats of coffee while taming kids by day and writing by night. Recovering video game beta tester and tech geek who grew-up going to cons and watching SmackDown. There's probably some cosplay pictures around somewhere of her dressed up as Bloodberry from Saber Marionette J. Just don't tell anyone.

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