Twelve Dates of Christmas — Lili Valente; Jessie Evans

It's the time of year for miracles...Once upon a time, Lula and Carter were inseparable. But when Lula refused Carter's proposal one Christmas Eve-unwilling to abandon her hometown-the holiday lights went out in her heart. She gave up on romance and embraced a hermit's existence, keeping her distance from untamed cowboys. Until now...Years of hard knocks have taught Carter that the greatest adventure is the one he once found in Lula's arms. He's back in Lonesome Point determined to win back the only woman he's ever loved, but Lula is just as determined to keep her heart under lock and key. She gives Carter twelve days-and twelve dates-to make his case before she sends him on his way. Soon, not even Lula Scrooge can deny she and Carter go together like cocoa and cookies. But when Lula's old fears are reawakened, it will take a holiday miracle to keep them together.