In this book, we see how each member of the family keeps Wren’s memory alive. The references to Wren-The hardest part of Wild at Heart was feeling the loss of Wren. I enjoyed Roy’s storyline as well and while his redemption arc can still ruffle some feathers, I think we get to witness the agony he’s endured over what he did in his past. The growing cast of characters-It was so nice to meet Jonah’s family in this novella! Plus it’s always great to check in with Muriel, Agnes, Mabel, and the rest of the crew. In this book we really get to see her step into her own and take pride in all she has accomplished since making this massive life change. While she definitely begins the series quite spoiled, I found that as the series progressed Calla grows and matures just as many of us do in our late 20’s. Tucker describes is so beautiful and adding in a sprinkle of Christmas magic made it all the more appealing.Ĭalla’s continued growth-Calla is a character that gets a lot of flack, especially in the first book, from readers. The holiday setting-I love Christmas and Christmas books so getting a “holiday special” from some of my favorite characters was the treat I needed this year.

Add in one bullheaded neighbor's unintentional meddling and another cantankerous neighbor's own family strife, and Christmas in Trapper's Crossing will be anything but simple.” - From the publisher Jonah is bracing himself for two weeks with a stepfather he loathes, and while Calla is looking forward to her mother and Simon's arrival, she dreads the continued pressure to set a date for their wedding. Synopsis: “The holiday season is upon Calla and Jonah, and with the mistletoe and gingerbread comes plenty of family drama.

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