Merry Christmas

In this gentle Christmas romance story, a Montana B&B owner finds herself at odds with a confident millionaire, in a tale penned by the author of Julia's Chocolates. Some individuals navigate life in a whirlwind, leaving chaos in their wake. Others are left to pick up the pieces. Meredith Ghirlandaio generally falls into the latter category, especially when it comes to her irresponsible sister, Leia. Leia's latest escapade involves abandoning her two children to embark on a journey of self-discovery. Meredith immediately steps up, bringing the rebellious Sarah and withdrawn Jacob back to her hometown of Telena, Montana, where she operates a B&B. Despite the "Merry Meredith" moniker bestowed upon her by her guests, she remains too wary and too preoccupied to become involved with any man, particularly the handsome and self-assured Logan Taylor. However, Logan proves persistent and makes it clear that he is drawn to everything about Meredith – her tough demeanor, her cowboy hats, her softness, and her strength.

Roped into chairing the Telena Christmas concert, Meredith brings together townspeople of all ages to share stories, talents, and rehearsal potluck dinners. Gradually, she begins to open up. Navigating the lessons of the past and acknowledging her own hopes for future holidays, she learns that all the gifts she truly needs are right there, waiting – if only she will claim them.

Previously published in Holiday Magic, this bittersweet and tender tale has been praised by Publishers Weekly, who described Meredith, the "funny, feisty waitress in a Montana town," as having her aloofness tested by the millionaire Taylor Logan in "A Very Merry Christmas."

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