Friday, October 20, 2017

A Child's Christmas Wish

GIVEAWAY
VETSCH, ERICA
A CHILD'S CHRISTMAS WISH

A baby for Christmas

The only Christmas gift Oscar Rabb's four-year-old daughter prays for is one the widower can't provide: a baby sibling. And when his neighbour's house burns down, he's willing to open his home to pregnant and widowed Kate Amaker and her in-laws -- but not his heart. Even if his little girl's convinced Kate's unborn child is the answer to her wish.

Kate quickly sees the generous but aloof Oscar has little interest in growing closer to his houseguests. Still, she intends to make the coming Christmas a season to remember for his daughter. And as Oscar starts to open up to her, Kate can't help picturing just how wonderful the holiday -- and a future together -- might be.

My Review:

A heartwarming Christmas story destined to become a traditional favourite.

I adore the way Erica Vetsch includes historical details that make me feel like I'm right there smack in the middle of the story. I think I might just be able to make cheese now -- at least the old-fashioned way. The author has created a little bit of Switzerland in the wilds of Minnesota, including some delightful Christmas traditions.

Take one reclusive widower with a heart-stopping adorable four-year-old daughter and thrust him completely out of his comfort zone when he's compelled to provide shelter for  his stranded neighbours. Watching Oscar slowly unbend as Kate and her in-laws transform his solitary life into a buzz of activity was pure reader delight.

A hope-filled story that definitely belongs on the discerning reader's Christmas reading list.

GIVEAWAY OPPORTUNITY:

If you would like a chance to win a copy of A Child's Christmas Wish, leave a comment below or email me at kavluvstoreadATyahooDOTca. If you add your email to a comment, remember to use AT and DOT instead of @ and . in order to protect yourself from spammers. If you enter the draw via email, please add the title to the subject line so it's easier for me to spot your entry. Draw will be held and winner announced on Sunday October 22 2017. Offer open to International Readers. Good luck.

36 comments:

  1. I love Erica's books, her writing style and how she seamlessly weaves faith through it all!

    I also love when a widow/widower gets another chance at love...that's the sweetest kind in my book :-)

    teamob4 (at) gmail (dot) com

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    1. She is a brilliant author, isn't she? Faith and history all woven in with the romance. Sweet perfection. Good luck, Trixi.

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  2. How cute and sweet looking
    Thanks for the chance
    iamabho ATgmailDOTcom

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    1. I also wanted to let you know that
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    2. Oooohhh that's great news about The Elusive Miss Ellison. Thanks for sharing that, Linda. Good luck!

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  3. I love Christmas stories and Love Inspired Historicals as well. This sounds like a keeper book to be loved year after year. Thank you for the chance to win a copy.

    Blessings,
    Cindy W.
    countrybear52 AT yahoo DOT com

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    1. It's exactly that kind of Christmas story -- you'll want to make it a yearly tradition. Good luck, Cindy.

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  4. I love Erica's writing, add Christmas in the mix along with a cute 4 yr. old and I'm raising my hand in the air to be included on this one!
    Thanks Kav!
    tracey14567 at gmail dot com

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    1. This is the perfect Christmas story for you, Tracey. Good luck.

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  5. What an adorable story line and one I know I'd enjoy reading. I really love the Christmas books as well. Thanks for the review and the chance to win a copy.
    2clowns at arkansas dot net

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    1. And there are so many LI Christmas books coming out! Good luck, Kay.

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  6. I enjoy Erica’s books. Thank you for the chance.
    leliamae54(at)aol(dot)com

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  7. Would love to read this one. Erica Vetsch writes great stories.

    mindyhoungATmsnDOTcom

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  8. Goodness, I've been caught completely unawares! I had no idea that Erica Vetsch had a new release coming. Yay! tlhcoupon(at)Hotmail(dot)com

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    1. And a Christmas one to boot. Double yay! Good luck, Terrill.

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  9. This book sounds so amazing and I'm really looking forward to reading it! I love the cover! And I love that you said it was destined to become a traditional favorite. I'm ready to read Christmas stories!! lelandandbeckyATreaganDOTcom

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    1. This is the perfect place to start. Good luck, Becky.

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  10. This sounds like a great Christmas story with a cute 4 year old! I love the cover on this one, just looking at it makes you want to read it. Thanks for your review and giveaway.
    d[dot]brookmyer[at]yahoo[dot]com

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    1. It's a gorgeous cover, isn't it? Good luck, Donna.

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  11. You have reviewed so many great Christmas books! Looking forward to all of them.
    pbclark(at)netins(dot)net

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    1. And there are more to come! I'm loving it. Good luck, rubynreba.

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  12. I'd like to read this book simply because it's written by Erica Vetsch. I've read enough of her books to know it has to be good.
    pmkellogg56[at]gmail[dot]com

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    1. She's a go-to author for me too. Good luck, Pam.

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  13. I read my first two Christmas books this week...in 78 degree weather in Cleveland! I'm excited to get this one to add to my Kindle. Thanks, Kav.

    Dblaser(at)windstream(dot)net

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    1. 78 in Cleveland? We're having warmer than average temps too but not that warm. Good luck, Diane.

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  14. Love the cover too! But I’m not sure I’m ready to read a snow/winter story. Guess I could put it on my list of what to read on a cold wintery day in front of my fireplace. becci43atgmaildotcom

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    1. It is kind of funny to read a cold weather story and then step out into the warm sunshine to do some gardening. LOL Good luck, Becky.

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  15. This sounds like a sweet read and I do enjoy Erica's books. Thanks for the review!
    pwestfall7at hotmail dot com

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  16. Always enjoy erica's books. cheetahthecat1986ATgmailDOTcom

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  17. Sounds like another wonderful story by Erica, thank you for the chance to win a copy.

    wfnren at aol dot com

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