The city sparkled with Christmas lights, every street corner glowing with holiday warmth, yet Alex Carter felt only the chill of a cold December night. A seasoned reporter with an eye for hard-hitting stories, he'd never imagined his latest assignment would have him covering something as quaint as "the Christmas spirit." But as he trudged through the crowded holiday market, half-heartedly snapping photos and taking notes, he wondered if there was more to this season than just tinsel and tradition.
Then, he saw her.
Sitting alone on a park bench, wrapped in a scarf too big for her slender frame, she watched the children play with a faint smile. There was a grace about her that seemed both delicate and unbreakable, a sparkle in her eyes that contrasted with her frailness. Unable to resist the pull, Alex walked over and introduced himself, never suspecting how much she would change his life.
Her name was Sarah. And in the face of her battle with cancer, she had more courage, love, and hope than he could have imagined. Through snowy nights, laughter, tears, and moments of raw honesty, Alex found himself falling for the girl who still dared to dream of a miracle.
This is a love story about faith and resilience, about finding light in the darkest places, and about two souls who meet at Christmas and learn that sometimes, love can rewrite fate. As they journey together through the magic and trials of the holiday season, they come to understand that love, hope, and miracles are sometimes closer than we think.
Welcome to A Christmas Miracle
Christine writes a blog about the Philadelphia Flyers and gets the opportunity to attend a Flyers game as a member of the press. During post-game interviews, Christine meets her favorite Flyer, Claude Giroux. A snowstorm leads to a once-in-a-lifetime series of events that put Christine and Claude together for a night that changes their lives forever.
Best in Show 2017 Real Person Fiction Awards