January 14, 2026 – My Sanctuary

Adventure guide Kira Watling is not a natural with guest lists and flower arranging…

But the destination wedding agency she works for always goes above and beyond. And it’s her job to escort an important guest from Salzburg to the venue, a gorgeous chalet nestled in the mountains. It should be simple, but an overnight delay due to heavy snowfall leaves her stuck in close quarters with her very handsome, very eccentric charge, Italian opera singer Mattia.

Clumsy, yet sensitive, Mattia is unlike anyone Kira has ever met. Spending an evening exploring the Christmas markets and then making their way through the snow-covered mountains to the wedding the following day, Mattia gets under Kira’s skin in a way no one else has. They can’t ignore the very unexpected attraction, but Kira has a job to do. And whilst Mattia is open to love, bitter life experience has taught Kira to guard her heart.

Continually thrown together by wedding disasters, Kira finds her resistance to commitment sorely challenged by growing feelings for the charming Mattia – and the determination of the bridal party to make these snowbound nuptials a success. But can there be a future for a tough outdoor guide and an opera singer when the snow is finally cleared?

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This is a delightful, heartwarming romance set against the stunning backdrop of the Austrian Tyrol in winter. At the heart of the novel are Kira, a reserved outdoor sports instructor reluctantly stepping into the role of assistant wedding planner, and Mattia, a charismatic opera singer with long curls and a voice powerful enough to stir the soul. Both are scarred by past relationships and hesitant to trust again, yet their gradual, tender connection feels authentic and deeply moving. Their journey from guarded acquaintances to passionate lovers is filled with vulnerability, humor, and undeniable heat.

The supporting cast—including bride Alessandra and groom Joe—adds charm and texture, while moments of crisis allow Kira’s resilience to shine. Romantic, funny, and emotionally satisfying, this novel is an ideal holiday read brimming with warmth, passion, and the magic of second chances.

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Gigi Franklin is planning her best friend’s wedding, and long-time friend Austin Beckett is trying to help her keep the private event top secret. As Gigi and Austin work together, their rivalry increases and sparks begin to fly, but Gigi’s too busy building her law practice to make time for dating.

If the wedding wasn’t enough to manage, she’s also tasked with finding the rightful heir to the local Salty Breeze B&B. Then, newcomer Simon Ridley arrives in town, throwing a wrench in the process.

As Gigi races against time to uncover the truth about the B&B’s ownership and pull off the perfect wedding, an old journal surfaces that might change everything she thought she knew about love.

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This is a charming, heartfelt story filled with romance, community, and cozy small-town vibes. This time, the spotlight falls on Gigi Franklin, who is juggling more than her share—planning her best friend’s wedding, advancing her law career, and unraveling the mystery of the Salty Breeze B&B’s rightful heir. Fortunately, she has Austin Beckett, her loyal childhood friend, to lean on. What Gigi doesn’t realize is that Austin has quietly loved her for years.

Their romance builds slowly and tenderly, threaded through a narrative rich with subplots. The chaos of wedding planning, the complications of family secrets, and the arrival of newcomer Simon Ridley all keep the story layered and engaging. Both Gigi and Austin are also navigating fraught family relationships, making their emotional journeys as meaningful as their growing connection.

Told in dual POV, the novel captures both Gigi’s determination and Austin’s deep, steadfast affection. With warm writing, themes of found family and healing, and a sweet romance at its heart, this is a delightful escape—like stepping into a Hallmark summer movie.

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