A Family Under the Christmas Treeby Terri Reed
Inspirational Contemporary Romance
Paperback & ebook, 340 pages
October 4th 2016 by Howard Books
In this heartwarming tale set during the Christmas season, a single father and a fashion photographer are brought together by a young boy and a mischievous Bernese mountain dog—but first they must learn to set aside their differences if they are willing to let their relationship bloom.
David Murphy never knew much about kids. But when his brother dies unexpectedly, David is granted custody of his six-year-old nephew, Troy, who he’s only seen once a year since he was born. He already has his hands full running his business, and he has no idea how to help the grieving boy. When Troy runs off one day, David finds him at a park playing with an adorable and rambunctious Bernese mountain dog—who leads him to Sophie.
Sophie Griffith has spent her life traveling around the world as a photojournalist. She has never stayed in one place for long, and her new assignment—helping her grandmother for a few weeks—is just temporary. Once Christmas day comes, Sophie is off the hook and can leave for a new adventure. Caring for her grandmother is a piece of cake—but caring for her new Bernese mountain dog, Riggs, is a different story. It doesn’t help that Riggs strikes up a friendship with a lost little boy one day at the park—and leads her to David.
Neither David nor Sophie have time for romance. But as they spend more time together, they start falling for each other even though they know it can’t go anywhere. Sophie will be gone after Christmas, and the last thing David needs is another distraction as he tries to comfort Troy. But as their faith and growing love for the boy and dog unites them, they wonder whether it’s more than a holiday romance…and maybe Troy might finally get his Christmas wish for a family.
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My Review: 3 Stars
Sophie is a world traveling photographer who is basically married to her career. When she goes to Washington State to care for her injured grandma between shoots, she meets David and his nephew, Troy. David has worked hard for the last few years on his start-up company to make sure he never suffers financially again. He is also Troy's guardian, since his brother and sister-in-law died, and is struggling with the precocious boy.
The last thing either of them want is love, yet they each have an instant attraction for the other. I like the fluttering stomach feelings that result, but I don't feel that they really get to know each other as well as they should in this short amount of time, especially considering how career driven they are. Blame it on the magic of the season? There seems to be something missing in their connection that leaves it slightly unbelievable.
I adored Grandma and her puppy, Riggs. When you add that handful, Troy, to the mix, the story is definitely entertaining and fun. They are each catalysts, in their own ways, to bringing this couple together. I do love a story where the characters undergo some change, especially in their outlooks on life. There are some good elements to this story and it is a sweet Christmas read.
Content: mild romance; moderate religious elements.
*I received a copy through Prism Books Tours. All thoughts and opinions are my own.*
Sophie is a world traveling photographer who is basically married to her career. When she goes to Washington State to care for her injured grandma between shoots, she meets David and his nephew, Troy. David has worked hard for the last few years on his start-up company to make sure he never suffers financially again. He is also Troy's guardian, since his brother and sister-in-law died, and is struggling with the precocious boy.
The last thing either of them want is love, yet they each have an instant attraction for the other. I like the fluttering stomach feelings that result, but I don't feel that they really get to know each other as well as they should in this short amount of time, especially considering how career driven they are. Blame it on the magic of the season? There seems to be something missing in their connection that leaves it slightly unbelievable.
I adored Grandma and her puppy, Riggs. When you add that handful, Troy, to the mix, the story is definitely entertaining and fun. They are each catalysts, in their own ways, to bringing this couple together. I do love a story where the characters undergo some change, especially in their outlooks on life. There are some good elements to this story and it is a sweet Christmas read.
Content: mild romance; moderate religious elements.
*I received a copy through Prism Books Tours. All thoughts and opinions are my own.*
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ReplyDeleteLoved this book! And the bookmark is my fave~~
ReplyDeleteA family under the Christmas tree sounds like a sweet read. Thank you
ReplyDeleteI think the cover is so cute.
ReplyDeleteThe book cover is wonderful and story sounds interesting.
ReplyDeleteThis cover is absolutely perfect for a holiday romance! Congrats on the book and the tour! Another heartwarming story that I can't wait to read!
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