Christmas, canines and courtship…
Dale Wilson’s life hasn’t been “good” since his beloved wife died—at least until Millie Monroe moves to Ocean Breeze. Dale and his dog Juice can’t help but be drawn to the pediatric nurse. A widow herself, Millie understands not wanting romance. Finding unexpected common ground has given them both a friendship they’ve craved. Plus, their respective pups have become friends, too! But Dale has a secret—he’s bestselling author WG Gunder. Not something he readily wants to admit to the woman in his heart…and his bed. Perhaps the Christmas spirit can teach him that sometimes happily-ever-after is disguised as a new beginning…
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This is a gentle, emotionally grounded holiday romance that captures the tender beauty of second chances. Tara Taylor Quinn brings together two wounded souls—Dale Wilson, a widower struggling to rebuild his life, and Millie Monroe, a pediatric nurse carrying her own grief—in a story that feels both heartfelt and quietly hopeful. Their connection begins with shared understanding and the comfort of companionship, helped along by their loyal dogs who mirror their owners’ budding bond.
Quinn handles grief with sensitivity, allowing Dale and Millie to move toward one another at an authentic, vulnerable pace. Dale’s secret identity as bestselling author WG Gunder adds an intriguing layer, creating tension between honesty, fear, and emotional intimacy. His reluctance to reveal the truth deepens the stakes as their friendship slips into something warmer and deeply needed.
The included quote perfectly reflects the early spark between them—Millie’s instinctive wave, her surprise at her own reaction, and her hesitance to pass by again. It’s a small moment that captures the story’s essence: quiet gestures that lead to unexpected healing.
A touching, uplifting holiday read about love finding its way back.
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