Wednesday, September 17, 2025

Winter's Kiss by Darlene Fredette

 When her high heels flattened the snow, his defenses didn’t stand a chance.

 About the Book: Danielle Lerato adores the ocean breezes of Victoria, on Canada’s west coast, the comfort of her routine, and a life that requires minimal interaction with snow boots. But when her company relocates to Redford Falls, with a population of unpredictable charm, she agrees to train her replacement with one goal in mind: get in, get out, and never look back.

      Andrew Bailey, a local restaurant owner with a fierce protective streak, doesn’t believe in second chances. Yet, Danielle’s fiery spirit, stubborn streak, and snow-fueled scowls shift his expectations and crack open the door to a future he never dared to imagine.

      As mutual chilly glares and sarcastic banter thaw into cozy glances and unexpected flirts over shared cups of hot cocoa, Danielle suspects the town’s snowy landscape is warming more than her toes. Add in a legendary matchmaker-bunny named Thumper, Redford Falls is stirred into a romantic frenzy, and maybe this snowy wonderland isn’t a detour.

        Maybe it’s destiny.

Our Review: This update of a previously published story is just as much fun as the first time around—especially the scene where Danielle and Andrew ‘meet’ up again. The characters—all of them—are unique and fun [including the infamous Thumper]. This is a short story that cries out for a warm fire, an adult beverage of choice, and a crocheted afghan. Our last comment is this: why hasn’t the Hallmark Channel not picked up this series?

 Based on a scale of 1-5, Winter’s Kiss merits a 7.

 Kat Henry Doran, Wild Women Reviews

 

 

 

 

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