Belle — Cheryl Wright

Will his closely guarded secret bring them together, or will it be the death knell that forces them apart?Belle Armstrong owns the Candies Galore store on Dewberry Lane. Many consider her an old maid because she has no man in her life. With Christmas being her busiest time of the year, she can't spare even a moment to think about men.Caleb Bligh is a traveling salesman passing through Dewberry, and has no intention of staying beyond a day or two. When a snow storm hits, with the promise of a blizzard, he has no choice but to remain for the duration. He will leave the moment it's safe to do so.Mrs. Grayson, the town matchmaker has other ideas, and when she discovers Caleb's secret, her plans to match the pair begin to take shape.Will Caleb let down his guard with Belle and succumb to her womanly wiles? Or will he protect his heart and walk away from Belle, knowing full well she is his soulmate?Author's Promise: This is a heartwarming historical Christmas novella with a happily ever after ending and no cliffhangers. It is a clean and wholesome story with nothing more than hugs, kisses, and holding hands.