What would you give up for love? For Carol, it was her passion to sing. But was her sacrifice worth it now that her marriage is crumbling? In this heartwarming novella, two people discover the true essence of Christmas and its power to rekindle the flames of love.
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Never underestimate the true spirit of Christmas …
Carol Burke was born to sing. It was the life she had always dreamed of. There was only one thing she loved more, one person for whom she would willingly sacrifice her dreams: Jonathan Burke. Married against their parents’ wishes, both are determined to make a life together despite the hardships. Jonathan works hard at his father’s department store, leaving Carol alone in their tiny apartment. But long hours turn into late nights, thanks to Jonathan’s insatiable desire to prove himself to his father … even at the expense of the one he loves best.
Into the midst of an increasingly empty marriage comes an unexpected chance for Carol to sing again. Is this the opportunity of a lifetime, or a time for her to let go and trust her future to God? Carol knows one thing: she longs most of all to share her first Christmas with Jonathan, creating their own memories and traditions and breathing new life into their marriage.
Then a broken promise leaves her wondering. Can anything, anyone—even God—heal her crumbling hopes? The answer comes when Carol finds herself face-to-face with the true spirit of Christmas …
Carol Burke was born to sing. It was the life she had always dreamed of. There was only one thing she loved more, one person for whom she would willingly sacrifice her dreams: Jonathan Burke. Married against their parents’ wishes, both are determined to make a life together despite the hardships. Jonathan works hard at his father’s department store, leaving Carol alone in their tiny apartment. But long hours turn into late nights, thanks to Jonathan’s insatiable desire to prove himself to his father … even at the expense of the one he loves best.
Into the midst of an increasingly empty marriage comes an unexpected chance for Carol to sing again. Is this the opportunity of a lifetime, or a time for her to let go and trust her future to God? Carol knows one thing: she longs most of all to share her first Christmas with Jonathan, creating their own memories and traditions and breathing new life into their marriage.
Then a broken promise leaves her wondering. Can anything, anyone—even God—heal her crumbling hopes? The answer comes when Carol finds herself face-to-face with the true spirit of Christmas …
About the Author
Robin Lee Hatcher (www.robinleehatcher.com) discovered her vocation as a novelist after many years of reading everything she could put her hands on, including the backs of cereal boxes and ketchup bottles. However, she's certain there are better plots and fewer calories in her books than in puffed rice and hamburgers. The winner of the Christy Award for Excellence in Christian Fiction, two RITA Awards for Best Inspirational Romance, and the RWA Lifetime Achievement Award, Robin is the author of over 45 novels, including Catching Katie, named one of the Best Books of 2004 by the Library Journal. She enjoys the beautiful Idaho outdoors, books that make her cry, and romantic movies. She is passionate about the theater, and several nights every summer, she can be found at the outdoor amphitheater of the Idaho Shakespeare Festival, enjoying Shakespeare under the stars. Robin admits she is spoiled because her daughters and their families live in Boise, so she is able to be a doting mom and grandmother whenever she wishes.
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I'm the author of 60+ novels and novellas. My home is in Idaho, where I spend my time writing stories of faith, courage, and love; pondering the things of God; and loving my family and friends. Please note that the list of my books on Amazon includes novels written for the general romance market from 1984 to 1999. My Christian fiction has been published from 1999 to present. I no longer recommend my older fiction. Purchase used books with caution. For more information, please visit my web site at http://robinleehatcher.com.
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3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:
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Great Christmas present!,
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This review is from: A Carol for Christmas (The Burke Family Series #1) (Hardcover)
Trust Robin Lee Hatcher to bring us an early Christmas present! At first, I thought perhaps this was a retelling of the old story of the wife who cuts her hair off to make a watch fob for her husband's pocket watch, and the husband sells his watch to buy his wife combs for her hair. Wrong. This is a new story of sacrificed dreams, of love, and one of faith and restoration.
I'm in awe at how Hatcher can build such deep characterization into a short novella. In tune with Carol from the beginning, I hurt for her less-than-fulfilling marriage. Yet, who among us hasn't like Jonathan, desired the approval of their father? And when offered a chance to use the gift God bestowed upon her, shouldn't Carol leap at it? Methinks I would. A perfect ending, albeit not what I expected, rounds off this memorable tale. So when November 10th arrives, run--don't walk--to your nearest bookstore to buy A Carol for Christmas. And don't forget to purchase a couple of extras. They'll make wonderful Christmas gifts.
2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:
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REFRESHING AND POWERFUL LOVE STORY,
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This review is from: A Carol for Christmas (The Burke Family Series #1) (Hardcover)
It's time to curl up by the fire with a cup of cocoa and enjoy some heart-warming romance. This beautiful novella can be read in one quiet evening, taking you to Boise, Idaho, set in the late 60s. Hatcher says she got the idea for the story based on her own difficulties in early marriage as a teenage bride.
Going against their parents' wishes, Carol and Jonathan are newlyweds, struggling with too many bills to pay and not enough time to be together. Both have dreams: Carol is an accomplished singer and longs to make a debut in Nashville, and Jonathan is a rising manager in his family's retail business. Will their love withstand all the obstacles that threaten to tear them apart? Unlike our modern culture which encourages people to live together before marriage, A Carol for Christmas is a refreshing and powerful love story. -- Christian Women Online Book Buzz
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:
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Heartwarming Christmas Story,
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This review is from: A Carol for Christmas (The Burke Family Series #1) (Hardcover)
Carol gives up her dream of a music career when she drops out of college to marry Johnny Burke. But she's not alone in making sacrifices. Johnny also drops out of college in order to provide for his new wife. As a result, he enters his father's real estate empire at a lower level than he would have had he stayed in college and finished his business degree.
While Johnny scrambles to prove himself to his workaholic Dad, working long hours himself, Carol keeps the home fires burning. But as she waits night after long, lonely night for her weary husband's return, Carol begins to question if this is the life she wants. To make matters worse, Johnny has crushed her guitar under the tires of his truck, and they can't afford to replace it. An opportunity arises for Carol to realize the dream she gave up, putting her marriage and her faith in God to the test. A Carol for Christmas resolves in a heartwarming affirmation of the power of love. The short length of this novella is perfect for holiday reading. Despite its brevity, the characters and setting are well-detailed and believable, a testament to the story-telling ability of author Robin Lee Hatcher. I found the resolution a little pat, but the characters were likable enough to keep me reading. If you want a feel-good book to consume with your eggnog, you can't go wrong with A Carol for Christmas.
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