Christmas Short Story Review: Jingles by D.F. Jones

 

"Jingles" by D. F. Jones is a delightful short story filled with romance, magic, and destiny. 

The quaint town of HollyHaven holds a secret so mysterious and magical that most of its residents remain unaware. But Nick, the charming but reluctant heir to the Claus legacy knows the town's beloved Christmas shop, Jingles, which is owned by his family, is the heart of Christmas magic. As he approaches his destiny, Nick learns the magic is fading, and he must race against time before it is lost forever.  

When Nick meets Clara, the owner of the local cafe, he sees the key to restoring Christmas. Clara, however, is still recovering from past betrayals. As sparks fly between them, Clara is forced to confront what she has tried to avoid: belief in magic, love, and herself. Can Nick convince her to trust in the magic they share before it fades forever?

I cannot tell you how much I loved "Jingles." You know what makes a romance story even better for me is to set it during Christmas. But "Jingles" has more than just the perfect setting. It is the story of a young man, facing a huge responsibility he feels unprepared for, who is thrown an unexpected snowy curveball: the key to saving the magic of Christmas rests not only with him, but with a young woman who is determined to distance herself from everything needed to fulfill that destiny. 

Jones has a keen eye for detail and description, and considering the location of the story and the season, that makes for a charming read outside of the unfolding romance. Close ties to family and community also play a role.

If you love seasonal romance, Santa Claus stories, and stories surrounding the magic of Christmas, "Jingles" is a must read.

• ASIN ‏ : ‎ B0DJDQLY66
• Publication date ‏ : ‎ November 1, 2024
• Language ‏ : ‎ English
• File size ‏ : ‎ 2988 KB
• Text-to-Speech ‏ : ‎ Enabled
• Screen Reader ‏ : ‎ Supported
• Enhanced typesetting ‏ : ‎ Enabled
• X-Ray ‏ : ‎ Not Enabled
• Word Wise ‏ : ‎ Enabled
• Print length ‏ : ‎ 96 pages

I received a free digital copy from the author. This review contains my honest opinions, which I have not been compensated for in any way.

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Short Story Review: Mistletoe and Miracles by Wendy Davy

Looking for a tender inspirational romance for this holiday season? Pick up this free short story from Wendy Davy.

Noelle Barkley is planning to catch the attention of a man at her upcoming Christmas party. When she lands in the arms of a stranger, she soon discovers that patiently waiting for God's plans to be revealed is much better than trying to rush things along.

Mistletoe and Miracles is the perfect short romance to snuggle up with in front of the fire. Filled with humor and tenderness, it will warm your heart as you watch Noelle learn a very important lesson about God's timing.

This is a story you won't get tired of reading over and again.

This review originally appeared at The Book Connection. I have not received compensation of any kind for this review. 

Short Story Review: Evergreen A Christmas Tale by Richard Taylor

An elderly man remembers the year his dying grandfather told his family the story of the first Evergreen tree.

In this touching tale of the season, readers are treated to a short story of a family coping with issues whose lives are transformed by a loving grandfather's telling of a story about the first Evergreen tree.

I wish the narrative had been a bit more polished and engaging, but overall this is a sweet story that will have you holding your loved ones a little closer this season.

Title:  Evergreen A Christmas Tale
Author: Richard Taylor
Publisher: Ransom Greene Press
Sold by: Amazon Digital Services
ASIN: B004EHZSES


This review first appeared at The Book Connection. I was not compensated for this review in any way.

Short Story Review: A Christmas Crossing by Lynn Hubbard

Sarah Fanum is thrust into the middle of the Revolutionary War. Having lost both her parents, she ends up volunteering for the Continental Army. More tragedy awaits her, but perhaps it will also lead to a new future.

This is a moving story of one woman's journey to find where she belongs after her life is turned upside down. Hubbard's attention to historical detail is outstanding. This short story also includes historical photos and maps. The cover is both beautiful and unique.

What I stumbled upon in A Christmas Crossing is all the grammar and typographical errors. Verb tenses would change in the middle of a chapter. Words were misspelled. I found that aspect distracting. A good editor would easily have caught these errors, making this a stronger story. Overall, I'm glad I read it, and I would consider another of Hubbard's stories in the future. She paints an excellent picture for the reader when it comes to setting, fashion, and other historical details, which will be appreciated by any lover of this genre.

• Publisher ‏ : ‎ CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform (November 1, 2011)
• Language ‏ : ‎ English
• Paperback ‏ : ‎ 44 pages
• ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1467912239
• ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1467912235 

This review first appeared at The Book Connection. I was not compensated in any way for this review.