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A heartwarming, magical story of a woman lost in time, who must assist two unlikely strangers in untangling the lies surrounding their lives if she wants to return to her own time and place.

One wish could change everything. At least it did for Madeline Drake.

When a snowy accident…

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1 author picked O Little Town of Bethlehem as one of their favorite books. Why do they recommend it?

If a book could be infused with apple cider, this one succeeds. I love this cozy story about people trying to take care of one another disguised as a portal fantasy. It takes you to a town that only exists in the time between Thanksgiving and Christmas and a woman who’s in desperate need of a second chance. Taking that chance is hard, though, even when it’s offered. 

It makes me think of Brigadoon but with a modern twist. I deeply enjoyed watching the main character grow as she helped those around her.

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