Christmas Beach Proposal — Lori Wilde

This Christmas, the greatest gift could be a second chance at love. Maddie Craig enjoys her quiet life in the charming small town of Christmas Beach, Louisiana, content to work as a pediatric nurse and raise her son Alex alone after the tragic death of her husband Rob. Her longtime neighbor and friend Jeff Murphy has always been a source of support, but when a devastating fire destroys Maddie's holiday décor, she begins to see Jeff in a new light. As Maddie and Jeff join forces to create a magical family Christmas celebration, the spirit of the season sparks long-buried feelings between them. But Maddie still carries the scars of loss and heartbreak, afraid to risk her heart again. And with gossip swirling in their close-knit community, will Maddie and Jeff find the courage to embrace a second chance at love?