Because of You

Chocolate shop manager Maddie Winslow has been harboring a secret crush. The object of her long-time infatuation? Widowed history professor Leo Donnelly.

Single dad Leo is brainy, handsome, and kind. But for the past few years since his wife's death, he's been solely focused on his young son, their shared grief, and work. Lonely and overwhelmed, he hasn't once considered dating.

Maddie knows that Leo views her as nothing more than his former wife's friend. However, when their church asks the two of them to provide Christmas gifts to a family in need, and they work together toward that goal, Leo's feelings for Maddie begin to deepen. New hope blossoms between them.

After Maddie discovers a family heirloom brooch rumored to bring romance to its owner, she begins to wonder. Might it finally be her turn for true love?

Visit the quaint small town of Merryweather, Washington at Christmastime through the pages of this charming, faith-filled romance!

*First published as part of The Christmas Heirloom novella collection