Review of "Wrapped With A Bow: Nine Holiday Short Stories as Unique as Snowflakes"

"Wrapped With A Bow: Nine Holiday Short Stories as Unique as Snowflakes"

Rating: ☆☆☆☆

The Kissing Ball 5*

A town Christmas event should be the perfect opportunity for Melissa to show her mistletoe products, with the promise of a big financial reward that will put her business on the map. With her usual workers unavailable, her friend suggests some of the adults she cares for who have autism. Her teenage crush, Ryder, comes to her rescue with the rest of what she needs, hoping that she will finally notice him. With Cooper, the event organiser up to something, and with potential for him to ruin Christmas, they need to figure out what quickly. This was a poignant read for Christmas bringing hope, understanding and compassion to the forefront. The fabulous writing drew me in and hooked me into the story. I will definitely be checking out more by Aubree Lane in the near future.

Sugar & Spice 4*

A sweet, quick read. Lacey has found herself a young single mum after being used by the star football player. With an incredible maturity, she thrives in this role and also manages to set up her successful bakery with a little help from her dad and the residents of the local nursing home. When Trent literally runs into her, is he the one who can bring down the wall around her heart? It was a quirky read with help from Lacey's very forward daughter, Candy and pushes from Lacey's dad and Trent's mum along the way. I loved the gentle pace of this atory as Lacey finds her feet in the dating game again.

Frozen Heart 3.5*

This was an unusual story at Christmas, with a spirit trapped inside a Christmas decoration. The spirit, Mal, tries to convince Khira to help set him free and with her good, kind nature she jumps at the chance. Whether he is worthy of being saved remains to be seen but Khira doesn't hesitate and the adventure through time begins, along with Dodo the cat. It was difficult to know what to make of this short read as by the time you get into this story, it is over.

A White Cat for Christmas 4.5*

This was a sweet and adorable read with plenty of awww moments. When Angie spots a white kitten and decides to rescue it, little does she know it will lead to Mike and a potential HEA. Set in Alaska, with the cold and the snow it definitely felt like Christmas.

Christmas Candy 4*

Candy doesn't live up to her sweet name but is rather prickly, distrustful and, at times, straight up rude. Why Gary wants to pursue her after the way she treats him is a mystery. But he does, and when tragedy strikes he steps up to the plate to help. A different Christmas story that will reinforce your faith in people.

Sophie's Wish 4*

If you are looking for a different Christmas story, then this is for you. It's unique blend of angels, the second coming of the Messiah, and a runaway who can bring peace to earth will captivate you. A genuinely heart felt story showing the good in people in a time of need.

Christmas for Faith 5*

A poignant Christmas story with Faith never experiencing a proper Christmas since she was four. She is all alone in the world until her boss forces her to take a vacation, which leads her to Prudence and her nephew Alek. Alek is determined to make Christmas special for her despite the hang-ups she has. Your heart will break for Faith but will warm again with Alek giving the hope she needs to live again.

True Love Never Dies 4*

When your one true love is taken away from you on Christmas Eve, it is hard to find any enthusiasm for this happy holiday. Three years later Sami starts to see her deceased husband Nate in random places. All is not as it seems in this suspenseful and exciting Christmas read.

A Crystal Snowflake 4*

A suspenseful, fast paced read, with action, subterfuge and plot to bring down financial institutions at Christmas. It is a race against time to stop them and find out who is behind the plot.

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