Christmas in Wishful: A Small Town Southern Holiday Romance Extravaganza

Kait Nolan

Dec 2021 · Kait Nolan

About this ebook

A time-limited holiday set of three small-town Southern romance novellas, including:

DANCE ME A DREAM

As guardian to her younger siblings, Tara Honeycutt has forgotten what it's like to be a normal twenty-something. When a major gas line breaks, leaving them with no heat, no hot water, and no way to cook for Christmas, Jace Applewhite invites Tara and her sibs out to his family's Christmas tree farm. Will a good old fashioned farmhouse Christmas be enough to get Tara to give him a second glance?

THE CHRISTMAS FOUNTAIN

After finding out her Mr. Right was actually Mr. Wrong, Mary Alice is taking a break from love to chair her favorite holiday charity. Chad thinks volunteering is the perfect way to get to know his Christmas crush. Will he manage to overcome her once bitten, twice shy caution?

A LOT LIKE CHRISTMAS

Hannah's waiting tables at Wishful's Dinner Belles diner and dreaming of getting an interior design business off the ground. What better way to practice and show off her skills than with some holiday decorating? Jaded Ryan, an Army medic on leave, and his cantankerous great uncle, Percy, are desperately in need of Christmas cheer—and a referee. Can Hannah's warmth thaw these frosty hearts?

A VERY CAMPBELL CHRISTMAS

The Campbell clan is in for a very special Christmas surprise in this exclusive bonus short story!

Ratings and reviews

Wishful is one of my favorite small towns series! But first, I have to tell you that I read 3 of 4 novellas in this book already but I don't have a problem re-read them. Actually, I can re-read them again and again without boring... at all. I think I read Dance Me A Dream 3 times now but I still feel heartwarming whenever I read Jace and Tara's story. Jace is too good to be true but that is good for Tara because she is also a good girl who sacrificed herself for her siblings. The story is sets with a Christmas theme which makes it sweeter. So if you like reading a hero who has a kind heart with a bit of humor by his family, I recommend this one. The Christmas Fountain: Mary Alice finally get her own happiness. Chad is good for her. Nolan wrote the story so good. And the counter scene in Chad's kitchen is HOT. I really love the idea that she added love scenes into this book because even if I enjoy reading the series as sweet and clean romance, I prefer to read it better with steamy scenes ;) A Lot Like Christmas: I love Ryan and Hannah. Their story is so cute and so into Christmas season. I love how Nolan wrote it a little bit funny that make me smile and chuckle in some moments while I'm reading this. A Very Campbell Christmas is the one you wouldn't want to miss if you are a fan of Cam and Nora's story, this is the best way to follow them up. Cam is still sweet and his protectiveness is so swoon-worthy. Nora is still Nora if you know what I mean, LOL. With everything they have been through together, I am so glad that they still have each other. At the end of this book, we will catch a glimpse of Nolan's next book and I can't wait for reading it. I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.

These three novellas were just perfect for the holiday season. All sweet touching romance stories with a HEA ending. DANCE ME A DREAM Tara Honeycutt, a twenty two year old young woman, had dreams but when her two half-siblings need her, she left all of those dreams behind. Her only goal was to be there for the kids and give them the best life she could. Jace Applewhite, a twenty four year old grad student, is back home for the holidays and ready to help in their tree farm. What neither expected was that a gas leak and an offer for a place during the holidays, would change everyone’s life. THE CHRISTMAS FOUNTAIN Mary Alice Reed, a third grade teacher, is still struggling with the hurt from the break up with her boyfriend of two years as well how he quickly he became a couple with his best friend. When one of her girlfriends gets hurt after drinking too much due her own break up a trip to the ER is in order. There, Mary Alice meets Dr. Chad Phillips. A man that left his job as a trauma surgeon in the big city so he could find love and a normal life in a small town. The attraction was immediate, but Mary Alice was hesitant to once again risk her heart. As they work together for a charity, the friendship intensifies and it seems love is within reach. But what happens when misunderstandings threaten their relationship? Will Mary Alice be to scare to move on or will she allow herself to fall in love with a man that truly is her perfect match? A LOT LIKE CHRISTMAS Once again, the author gives us another wonderful and touching story in this series. This one belongs to Delta Force medic Ryan Malone and interior designer Hannah Wheeler. Hannah moved to Wishful after an accident in Atlanta to stay with her sister during her recovery. Doing better and hoping to restore her career, she is working as a waitress at the local cafe. When she sees through the window a man that looks like a homeless vet, she invites him in for coffee and pays for his meal. Little does she know that he just going back from overseas with the intent of checking up on an adopted elderly “uncle”. As their friendship develops Ryan’s walls begin to come down and he starts questioning his future . A reality of many deployed troops experience. The plot was engaging, the characters complex and though at times heartbreaking it was also a heartwarming story. These stories are to be enjoyed not only during holiday season, but all year long I was entrusted a copy of this book. The opinions expressed are solely my own.

Dance Me A Dream It may not be the Christmas season quite yet, but this story is timeless. Several other readers have said it before, it’s just like reading a Hallmark movie. There is just so much emotion packed into this little book it was spilling out of my eyes. I’ve adored Tara since I first read about her in the earlier books and I loved seeing her getting her own happy-ever-after hero. Jace, and his whole family, is pretty much perfect: sweet, patient, kind, caring, loving, and adores children. Where can I find a hero like that for myself? I will happily read everything ever published about Wishful and keep coming back for more. The Christmas Fountain When I first read the description of this book, I didn’t immediately recognize Mary Alice as a character I had read before. But as I began reading it all started clicking in to place. I have to admit feeling a little uncomfortable seeing Judd from Mary Alice’s point of view. I invested so much emotion in him and Autumn getting their happily-ever-after, that I don’t quite know what to do with my feelings of righteous indignation on Mary Alice’s behalf now that I’m invested in her happily-ever-after. I think this is a brilliant example of just how talented the author is; that she can write characters that we love and hate in equal proportion depending on the angle we’re looking from. And Chad? Oh Chad. This man can do virtually no wrong by me – idiot timing for dramatic revelations not withstanding. The sweet, thoughtful things he does for Mary Alice to show how much she means to him are just the most precious things I’ve ever witnessed. This quick read had all of the wonder and magic of the holiday season. A Lot Like Christmas There is nothing at all quite like a Wishful Christmas. I’m a sucker for a military hero and I simply ADORE Wishful. Pair these things together and I’m happier than a cat with her own garden full of catnip. Hanna embodies the Christmas spirit I wish I could maintain. Her unrelenting delight in the season is awe inspiring to witness. Being in military service and having seen and done what he has, Ryan’s a bit more cynical about the season. So, what happens when the burned-out army medic is forced to spend time with the holiday elf? A Christmas miracle. And in case you didn’t already realize, keep the tissues handy because, like me, you’ll probably need them before you get to the end. A Very Campbell Christmas This one hit me really hard because I have some experiences that are similar to Norah’s. So, for me, I needed the tissues to get through this quick little read, whereas some others might not need the warning to keep them handy. I adore the connection between Cam and Norah. These two really are my #couplegoals. And all that love and concern spills out over the whole Campbell clan. I’m so happy for them to get the endings they’ve gotten. I received a complimentary advanced copy of this book through Booksprout.

About the author

Kait Nolan is a RITA® Award-winning Mississippi author who calls everyone sugar, honey, or darlin', and can wield a 'Bless your heart' like a Snuggie or a saber, depending on requirements. She believes in love, laughter, and that tacos are the world's most perfect food. When she's not writing, reading, working the evil day job, or wrangling family (both the two-legged and the four-), you can find her obsessively watching The Great British Bake Off.