num_pages: 209
description: Known for her heartwarming observations of family life New York Times bestselling author Nancy Thayer showcases her beloved Nantuckets snowy off-season in this emotionally gratifying and utterly entertaining story. Holidays on this Massachusetts island are nothing short of magical from the jolly decorations on the Brant Point lighthouse to the much anticipated Christmas Stroll in which merrymakers promenade through quaint streets adorned with Yuletide cheer. The seasons wonderful traditions are much loved by Nicole Somerset new to Nantucket and recently married to a handsome former attorney. Their home is already full of enticing scents of pine baking spices and homemade pie. But the warm festive mood is soon tempered by Nicoles chilly stepdaughter Kennedy who arrives without a hint of holiday spirit. Determined to keep her stepmother at arms lengthor better yet out of the picture altogetherKennedy schemes to sabotage Nicoles holiday preparations. Nicole however is not about to let anyone or anything tarnish her first Christmas with her new husband. Nancy Thayers wonderful tale reminds us that this is the season of miracles. Before the gifts are unwrapped surprise visitors appear and holiday joy comes to all both naughty and nice. PRAISE FOR NANCY THAYER Moon Shell Beach Nancy Thayer has a deep and masterly understanding of love and friendship of where the two complement and where they collide.New York Times bestselling author Elin Hilderbrand A beautifully textured story about love friendship and forgiveness a great beach read. It will make you want to pack your bags for Nantucket.New York Times bestselling author Kristin Hannah Beachcombers Thayers sense of place is powerful and her words are hung together the way my grandmother used to tat lace.Dorothea Benton Frank A charming and fun summer read . . . Readers will love this story of family and love.The Plain Dealer Summer Breeze Nancy Thayer is the queen of beach books. . . . All [these characters] are involved in life-changing choices with all the heart-wrenching decisions such moments demand.The Star-Ledger An entertaining and lively read that is perfect for summer reading indulgence.Wichita Falls Times Record News
language: English
title: A Nantucket Christmas
publisher: Ballantine Books