Quinn's Christmas Wish (Bandit Creek Books) [Kindle Edition]

Lawna Mackie (Author), Carla Roma (Editor)

Book Description

As far as twelve-year old Quinn is concerned Christmas has lost its magic. Since his father’s death life has lost its sparkle. His mom is now a widow struggling to put food on the table. Quinn is no help, and the mysterious illness afflicting him only makes things worse. Even Christmas, complete with decorated trees, ribbons and bows has no meaning…then along comes Jazira.
Jazira doesn’t know what happened to her former self, the eleven-year old little girl. She drowned, didn’t she, along with half the other folk of Bandit Creek in 1911? Somehow, she’s grown four furry legs complimented with a large wolf head and body. Scared and alone, she reaches out to Quinn and a strong bond is formed. Jazira learns Quinn, and his mother, are threatened by a wealthy powerful citizen of Bandit Creek. She is determined to protect her new family, no matter what.

Christmas Eve finds Quinn staring up at the adorned tree and muttering a quiet prayer. Will the Spirits of Christmas grant his wish, or will the evil surrounding Bandit Creek prevail once again?

ALSO AVAILABLE IN THE BANDIT CREEK SERIES:

LOST by Vivi Anna
SIREN'S SONG by DL Snow
PENNY CANDY by Jade Buchanan
HARD CANDY by Jade Buchanan
DEVIL UNKNOWN by Steena Holmes

http://www.banditcreekbooks.com

Editorial Reviews

About the Author

I have always believed in fairy tales and when I got tired of the old ones I made up my own. Each story would have a hero and heroine, but they were anything but typical. I devoured my first romance novel when I was a teenager. I couldn’t read them fast enough. Years later I stumbled across my first paranormal romance…an injustice would be done if I tried to explain my joy when I found this genre of romance. My passion was finally in print. Now, with the help of my bizarre dreams and crazy imagination, I have started to write and intend to share my stories with you. I hope you’ll love them as much as I do. I am truly blessed. My husband and my animals are my inspiration. We live on a small acreage in Didsbury, Alberta, with our most beloved companions, Dozer, Daisy and Mandarin. Happy reading everyone, I sure would love to hear from you. www.lawnamackie.ca QUINN’S CHRISTMAS WISH – December 1, 2011 available through Amazon and Smashwords. IMPOSSIBLE TO HOLD – December 19, 2011 released through Liquid Silver Books http://www.liquidsilverbooks.com ENCHANTMENT – January 13, 2012 released through Muse It Up Publishing http://museituppublishing.com

Product Details

• File Size: 301 KB
• Print Length: 178 pages
• Page Numbers Source ISBN: 1468008099
• Simultaneous Device Usage: Unlimited
• Sold by: Amazon Digital Services, Inc.
• Language: English
• ASIN: B006ELHNZO
• Text-to-Speech: Enabled
• X-Ray: Enabled
• Lending: Enabled
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #378,139 Paid in Kindle Store (See Top 100 Paid in Kindle Store)

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

18 of 18 people found the following review helpful

4.0 out of 5 stars I couldn't put it down December 5, 2011

By Louise Behiel

Format:Kindle Edition

I read Quinn's Christmas Wish today and thoroughly enjoyed it. An intriguing story about life in a small Montana town after most of it was wiped out by a flood. The book explored the impact of those events on a 12 year old boy and his mother. I found the sex/relationship between the mother and the newcomer to town a little too quick for my taste, but it is a novella, so everything happens in a hurry. That being said, the author did a masterful job of getting enough details and emotions to make this book an entertaining read.

Other than the speed of the romance between the boys' mother and the trapper, I can't suggest anything to improve. Engaging characters responding appropriately in a difficult circumstance in a historical novel.

and just enough of the paranormal to keep my interest without turning me off.

well done Ms Mackie.

16 of 16 people found the following review helpful

4.0 out of 5 stars Tears for Quinn November 30, 2011

By Shanna Gekko

Format:Kindle Edition

Loved this book! The connection between Samuel and Amanda was immediate. Such a fiery romance between the two. Poor Quinn with all his trials and heartbreak at least is finally able to find a friend in the most unlikely place, Jazira, a fantastical talking wolf. Jazira is able to survive in this world only due to the kindness of Quinn, Samuel and Amanda, but gives back more than what she has received. Lawna made me cry twice with this story, once in despair, and then again in happiness! Looking forward to Ms. Mackie's other two books coming out in December and January, and looking forward to more Bandit Creek Books!

12 of 12 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars Quinn's Christmas Wish should be under your tree this year. December 1, 2011

By Nancy Bell

Format:Kindle Edition

Ms. Mackie weaves a tale of hardship and love with a mix of mystery and a surprising twist thrown in at the end. A great read for young and old alike.

More About the Author

I have always believed in fairy tales and when I got tired of the old ones I made up my own. Each story would have a hero and heroine, but they were anything but typical.

I devoured my first romance novel when I was a teenager. I couldn't read them fast enough. Years later I stumbled across my first paranormal romance...an injustice would be done if I tried to explain my joy when I found this genre of romance. My passion was finally in print.

Now, with the help of my bizarre dreams and crazy imagination, I have started to write and intend to share my stories with you. I hope you'll love them as much as I do.

I am truly blessed. My husband and my animals are my inspiration. We live on a small acreage in Didsbury, Alberta, with our most beloved companions, Dozer, Daisy and Mandarin.

Happy reading everyone, I sure would love to hear from you. www.lawnamackie.ca