{"product_id":"a-very-english-christmas-three-literary-inspired-novellas-9798999525109","title":"A Very English Christmas: Three Literary-Inspired Novellas","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCelebrate the Season with Three Timeless Tales Inspired by Jane Austen, Charles Dickens, and Beatrix Potter.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhen Emma Grace Langley retreats to her grandmother's antique shop in the snowy Cotswolds after heartbreak and job loss, she hopes to find clarity. Instead, she finds a collection of heirlooms-a portrait, a rare book, and a charming figurine-that unlock stories from the past. As each tale unfolds, Emma is drawn into the lives of three remarkable women whose lives were touched by England's greatest storytellers.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e In \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eA Portrait of Faith\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e, devoted daughter Violet Walford longs for a life beyond duty to her family. When she is asked to paint a portrait of lively Regency-era author Jane Austen, their unexpected friendship inspires Violet to pursue life and love with new courage.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e In \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eA Victorian Christmas Tale\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e, Clara Reynolds struggles against physical challenges and family expectations while falling in love with John, a writer with ties to Charles Dickens. Their work at the London Foundling Hospital brings healing, hope, and a Christmas transformation that would make Scrooge proud.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e And in \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eA Tale of the Season\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e, Edwardian heiress Arabella Graham escapes to the Lake District and meets a charming country veterinarian-as well as artist and children's author Beatrix Potter. With gentle wisdom and the peace of a country Christmas, Arabella discovers the joy of finding her own path.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e Blending romance, inspiration, and literary nostalgia, \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eA Very English Christmas\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e is the perfect holiday escape for fans of historical fiction and classic English authors.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eTuransky, Carrie:\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e - Carrie Turansky has loved reading since she first visited the library as a young child and checked out a tall stack of picture books. Her love for writing began when she penned her first novel at age twelve. She is now the award-winning author of more than twenty inspirational novels and novellas. Carrie has won the ACFW Carol Award, the International Digital Award, and the Holt Medallion. She lives in New Jersey with her husband, Scott. They have five grown children and twelve grandchildren who bring them much joy. When she's not writing, you'll find her walking around the lake near her home, working in her flower gardens, cooking healthy meals for family and friends, or leading women's ministry at her church. Carrie loves to connect with reading friends on social media and through her website: http: \/\/carrieturansky.com\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eJohnson, Carole Lehr:\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e - Carole Lehr Johnson is an award-winning author of eight books which are inspired by her love of tea and scones, castles and cottages, and all things British. Her nine trips to the UK over the years have led her to immerse her writing in the United Kingdom. Connect with Carole on social media and her website at www.CaroleLehrJohnson.com.\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eGray, Marguerite:\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e - Marguerite Martin Gray is an award-winning author of a dozen novels and novellas. She enjoys the study of history, especially when combined with fiction. An avid traveler and reader, she also teaches French and Spanish online. She currently lives in North Louisiana with her husband and rescue pets. Her two adult children and two grandsons keep her young and up to date. Connect with Marguerite at her website: https: \/\/margueritemartingray.com\/","brand":"Flowing Stream Books","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51635470532882,"sku":"9798999525109","price":12.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0831\/4771\/8930\/files\/img_67cbf823-0c41-497d-820c-1a2a626c7191.jpg?v=1759237904","url":"https:\/\/surprise-castle.myshopify.com\/products\/a-very-english-christmas-three-literary-inspired-novellas-9798999525109","provider":"Surprise Castle","version":"1.0","type":"link"}