The Christmas Catch — Toni Shiloh

Sidelined with a career-ending injury, NFL wide receiver Jahleel Walker is forced to return to his hometown of Peachwood Bay, Georgia, to heal, despite his rocky relationship with his father. Nothing shocks him more than running into his high-school sweetheart, Lucille "Bebe" Gordon. Bebe Gordon came home to Peachwood Bay three years ago with a divorce certificate and her daughter, Hope. When Jahleel returns—for the first time in eight years—all the memories of the past come rushing back. The connection between them is still strong, but Jahleel has no plans to stay in Peachwood Bay, and Bebe can't risk him leaving her again. Will Jahleel and Bebe take a chance on love or let life sideline them at Christmas? 'Tis the season for romance, second chances, and faith with this enchanting Christmas novella from award-winning author Toni Shiloh.