Christmas Bells

TV host Morgan Marshall is ready to embrace life again after several years of grieving the loss of her husband and son. But she won’t risk a relationship with the father of her favorite cooking student, Avery, since the girl’s happiness is more important to her than her own.

Advertising executive Alex Blake never thought another woman could pique his interest after losing his wife to pneumonia, a complication of her cancer. Yet every time he’s in Morgan’s presence, she brings sunlight into the room. Plus, she’s a role model for his daughter, always assuring Avery that dyslexia can’t hold her back. But a date with Morgan could hurt his child if Morgan can’t open her heart to them.

When Alex is injured in a fall, Morgan insists on caring for him and Avery. As they share holiday fun, Avery topples Morgan’s beloved crystal bell collection—gifts from her deceased husband and son—shattering it to pieces. Together, will Morgan, Alex, and Avery discover the healing of love at Christmas?

Praise for Christmas Bells

“Linda’s books always are a wonderful escape. Her southern storylines put you right in the moment with characters that you can relate to on so many levels.” ~ Gina Hooten Popp, author of The Storm After

SERIES: From the Love & Grace Anthology

GENRE: Contemporary Women’s Romance

PUBLISH DATE: 11/2016

What My Readers Are Saying

“The entire book is magical. The story line is genuine, the characters full, real and hones, people you would be happy to have for friends. The flow is excellent. One of those books you could read again and again. Ms Joyce is an excellent story-teller. She knows when to begin, how much to say and when to end. The reader feels intimate with the story while full and complete as it closes. Great treat.”

“This short story made my heart sing with pure joy. It brought 3 people with tragic backgrounds of their own to fulfillment with each other. I had goose bumps all over while reading this sweet story.”

“This Christmas novella is a wonderful blend of romance, second chances, and the joy and magic of the holiday season, all packed into one heartfelt story. If you are looking for a short, sweet, contemporary romances, this one is for you.”