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How the Grump Saved Christmas: A Small Town Romance

How the Grump Saved Christmas: A Small Town Romance

by Claire Kingsley (Author)

Hardworking Isabelle Cook has a serious problem. Her family farm, site of Tilikums Christmas Village, is in trouble. Big trouble. And worst of all? The man trying to buy it is none other than the grumpiest, grinchiest man of them all—Elias Stoneheart.Thats a big nope. Shes not letting him get involved. Not with his heart made of coal.Elias Stoneheart is in the business of making money, not friends. Especially when his boss is promising a long-awaited promotion. All he has to do is convince one struggling family to sell their farm.The problem? Its Cook Family Farm. And Isabelle Cook is his ex.He might have history with Isabelle, but this is just business. A Christmas-loving farm girl is not going to come between him and his ambition.And Christmas? He hates it. Christmas Village needs to go.But as Elias spends time in the small town, holiday spirit—and Isabelle—get under his skin. And she might be the only one who can melt the ice around his heart.Authors Note: a sassy farm girl takes on a grumpy businessman in this stand-alone, snowy, small-town Christmas romance. Saucy banter, a guard donkey, plenty of holiday cheer, and a heartwarming happily ever after that will make you believe in the magic of Christmas.

A heartwarming Christmas tale about the irascible Hank Talbot, a local recluse known for his miserly ways, and Eliza Whitman, an optimistic newcomer to town. When a power outage hits on Christmas Eve, Hank's grumpiness and Eliza's holiday spirit collide, creating a series of hilarious and heartwarming events that just might lead to something more.

Hank has lived in the small town of Willow Creek for years, content with his solitary existence and grumpy demeanor. He's become a local legend for his gruffness and his refusal to participate in any holiday festivities. But his solitary existence is interrupted when Eliza Whitman, a vivacious young woman, moves in next door.

Eliza is the exact opposite of Hank. She's cheerful, upbeat, and determined to spread holiday cheer wherever she goes. When a power outage hits on Christmas Eve, she finds herself seeking refuge in Hank's house, much to his chagrin. As they're forced to spend time together, Hank's prickly exterior begins to soften, and Eliza's infectious enthusiasm starts to rub off on him.

Over the course of the evening, Hank and Eliza embark on a series of misadventures that bring them closer together. They share stories, they laugh, and they discover that they have more in common than they initially thought. As the night progresses, Hank finds himself reluctantly enjoying Eliza's company, and Eliza begins to see the vulnerability beneath Hank's gruff exterior.

By the time the power is restored, Hank and Eliza have formed an unlikely bond. They've learned to appreciate each other's differences, and they've found a kind of holiday magic in their unexpected connection. As Christmas Day dawns, Hank finds himself looking forward to the future, and Eliza realizes that she may have found a place where she truly belongs.

"How the Grump Saved Christmas" is a delightful holiday romance that celebrates the power of kindness, the importance of community, and the magic that can happen when two people dare to open their hearts to love.

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Pages:
339
Language:
English