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Aww, shucks! "The Christmas Wish" was a quick, romantic story about two people who were frowned on by society and felt unworthy because of their circumstances. However, Tess and Lucas had warm, loving hearts and I liked how the author brought them together. They were both wonderful characters, especially Lucas, who won me over with the way he treated Tess - such a gentleman.

The ending was sweet and left me with a warm, fuzzy feeling knowing that Christmas wishes can come true. ( )

A beautifully touching story of two people looking for a happier life and someone special to share it with. A happy Christmas read I recommend to all ( )

A sex symbol becomes a thing.... I just hate to be a thing. - Marilyn Monroe, Ms. magazine, p. 40 (August 1972).

The kind see kindness; the wise see wisdom. - Anonymous

The Christmas Wish is a short story, only 15K words, but the impact of those 15K words is tremendous. Books seldom make me cry cleansing tears, but this little story did.

Lucas Flynn is an ex-con, just out of prison and trying to rebuild his life. Tess Branson is a waitress at the cafe where Lucas works. Tess is sweet and compassionate, with a heart as big as Montana, though people in Gardiner treat her like trash. Lucas is carrying a burden that no man should ever carry, a burden of pain and loss and loneliness.

With Christmas only days away, is it possible that a simple wish upon a star could change both their lives?

Highly recommended!

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I received a copy of this story from the author. This fact does not influence my review.
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I thoroughly enjoyed reading this feel-good, romantic novella! Very refreshing to read a love story based on two ‘ordinary’ characters. It seems Christmas miracles do happen. ( )