In this moving, unforgettable novel from New York Times bestselling
author Mary Monroe, a successful, happily married mother suddenly finds
herself feeling far from joyful. But Christmas brings an unexpected
chance to rediscover herself, and what happiness really means...
For Beatrice Powell, the holidays are usually an extra-special time to
celebrate. With her twenty-year-plus marriage, beautiful home, and three
wonderful adult children, she has everything she could desire. But
change-of-life doubts are making Beatrice a stranger to herself and her
bewildered family. She only finds peace volunteering at the local soup
kitchen, especially helping out homeless Charles Davenport. And his
sensitivity and honesty soon comfort her in ways she never imagined...
Charles thought he had it all--until a devastating betrayal and the
shattering loss of his family drove him to living on the streets.
Beatrice is the first person who's truly cared about him in a long time.
And little by little, he's finding reasons to care about rebuilding his
life--and risking a sudden, courageous choice...
Drawn to Charles and the temptation of a second chance, Beatrice is
faced with the hardest of decisions. But his insight, secrets--and the
reminder of a profound past encounter--will give her unexpected
inspiration, gratitude, and the strength she needs to find her
way...perhaps in time for Christmas.
Mary Monroe is an exceptional writer and phenomenal storyteller!
--Kimberla Lawson Roby, New York Times Bestselling Author
