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Leslie is nursing a cast and a heart bruised by bitter holiday memories. She hopes for a quiet, restful stay at her aunt’s Vermont home—until the handsome new neighbor, Tagg Williams, moves in.
As the Christmas season heats up, Leslie finds herself drawn to Tagg’s warm smile and the charm of his sweet daughter, Holly. Their growing attraction feels like home, yet she must confront the ghosts of her past to decide whether to embrace a future with Tagg.
This contemporary romance follows Leslie’s journey of healing, love, and the transformative power of the holiday season in a small Vermont setting.
First publish date: 1983
Genre: Romance/Contemporary Romance
Authors: Janet Dailey
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