My review; I love all things Christmas and Jessie Gussman makes it perfect. Oh my goodness, broccoli? That scene made laugh out loud. This is a wonderful story filled with heartfelt joy and giving. Terry and Judd are such an ideal couple that really complement each other despite being so different. This is a great beginning to what appears to be a new series.
These books with this narrator are my comfort place on the days my disability and pain are at the worst. And what a way to start this Christmas season. ❤
As always Jay’s narration is amazing. The author has done it again. This book holds your interest and entertains you. Terry grew up in Mistletoe Meadows. She came home to be the town doctor. She couldn’t find a place to live so her sister told her about a duplex. Judd who owns the house went to school with Terry. Judd helps people in the town anonymously. The town has dubbed him the”Secret Saint.” Terry has been tasked with writing social media posts about the things secret saint does and speculation about who he is.
I enjoyed the story, and the main characters were just really lovely people who made you want to root for them. It was a nice Christmas story, although I've read so many of Jessie's books that some of it felt vaguely familiar. Not in a bad way though! Jay, awesome job as always! I recently got an audio book that someone else recommended, and I found myself getting confused with who the different people in the story were, because the person reading it couldn't make a distinction between voices. Whenever I come across that, I always think of you and how talented you are at that!
Jay does another magnificent job with the narration and voice acting with this marvelous book by Jessie Gussman. Judd Landis has a secret he has a hard time keeping since Dr. Terry McBride has agreed to covering the town's social media page and also lives in his "duplex" that is actually a large house. Thank you to both Jay and Jessie for providing interesting, clean and inspirational entertainment for all. ❤
Beautiful story with humor, romance, and biblical principles to live by. Terry is a doctor who returns to her home town of Mistletoe Meadows to take over the medical clinic. When her sister suggests Judd may have a duplex to rent, she becomes reacquainted with an old high school classmate. Although she barely remembers him, he remembers her very well since he has always had a huge crush on her. Judd is an introverted, unassuming man who works at odd jobs; however, Judd has a secret identity. This book is “laugh out loud” funny. However, as with all of Jessie Gussman’s books, it also contains sound biblical principles. I received a copy of this book from the author. My review is entirely voluntary and unbiased.
I love Jessie’s books! They help me to want to please the Lord in all I do! Thank you Jessie for a heart 💜 that loves the Lord! Jay. Thank you for your wonderful talent for reading and sharing Jessie’s books! Lissa
Thank you, Marlinda! I am too - I've only read the first two: this one and Icicle Dreams, which I'm recording now, but they are both fantastic. Jessie has the start of a fantastic series going!
I love the video pictures you show for each chapter. This book is going to be another great book especially with you narrating Jay. Have a great weekend.
Can't wait to listen to the full book because I know that Jay's done an amazing job with Jessie's delightful holiday tale with all the warm fuzzies and sweet romance we've come to expect from this talented team! Life lessons woven among a sweetly romantic story of a heroine coming home again to serve her family and community alongside the hero who isn't quite what he seems. Set in a magical little town of Mistletoe Meadows - what's not to love??
Dr Terry McBride is happy to be home in Mistletoe Meadows taking over the clinic for the retiring Dr. but she needs a place to live as her brother and his family are living with her mother. She it told Judd Landis has a duplex and might be willing to rent the other half. When she arrives, it’s not really a duplex, but he’s willing to have her live there. He doesn’t have a consistent job, but works several places and sometimes overnight. When a Secret Saint provides gifts for needy people, the town tries to determine who is behind the gifts. This is a touching Christmas story by Jessie Gussman and as always a great read!
“Every night, I put it in God’s hands. And every morning, I try not to pick it back up." After reading a couple romantasy novellas, it was time to curl up with a Christmas romance. I’m always exited to start a new Christmas series (especially as the weather starts to shift just the slightest bit cooler) and this title and cover just called to me. Mistletoe Meadows. Does that not sound like a perfect, picturesque little town?! In the mountains…. But I digress. 😉 If you know me, you know I love this author and I’ve read everything she’s written. So, something exciting about this book is that it’s located by… 🥁 🥁 the Richmond Rebels!! (Another series for you to read if you haven’t 😉) So, this Christian contemporary romance starts with our heroine (a doctor) arriving back home to her hometown in the mountains where her family resides. After a bit we get to the meet… hurt. (!!!!) Our heroine and hero develop a romance through housing forced proximity. A Secret Saint mystery (like a Secret Santa for the town) was sweet and unique. A fun idea. I enjoyed curling up with this book and getting to know the town, the people, our heroine’s family, and more. A great start to a new series. I’m excited to read more Christmassy romances this season!
My review: I loved this wonderful Christmas romance between Dr. Terry McBride and Judd Landis in their hometown of Mistletoe Meadows. Terry moved back to Mistletoe Meadows to take over the medical clinic after the doctor retired due to his wife dealing with cancer. Judd had a large house that he said was a duplex even though it only had one front door so he could offer Terry a place to live since her Mom didn't have room in her house for her to live full time. It was within walking distance of the clinic where she would be working. The town had a mystery person named the Secret Saint who did random acts of things that needed doing for the town and its people at no cost. You will have to read the book or listen to the amazing audiobook to find out the identity of the Secret Saint and to find out if Terry and Judd's romance turns into something permanent. I highly recommend this clean Christian romance to those who enjoy a heartwarming Christmas story. This is my voluntary and honest review.
My review; I love all things Christmas and Jessie Gussman makes it perfect. Oh my goodness, broccoli? That scene made laugh out loud. This is a wonderful story filled with heartfelt joy and giving. Terry and Judd are such an ideal couple that really complement each other despite being so different. This is a great beginning to what appears to be a new series.
Thank you for sharing your thoughts, Lucia - glad you enjoyed it!
I love everything Jessie and Jay produce. I listen to A LOT of audio books and these are THE BEST!!
Thank you, my friend! I'm glad you enjoy them!
These are my favorite books, and, and I love the scriptures that are included with life lessons.
I agree.
These books with this narrator are my comfort place on the days my disability and pain are at the worst. And what a way to start this Christmas season. ❤
I totally agree with you. 😊❤
Thank you so much, Sandra, and I'm so happy that Jessie and I can provide a little peace and relief for you. Praying for good days ahead for you!
I loved this story with the secret saint in it. Great character and story. I enjoyed your reading.
Thank you, Erralee! I agree - it's a great series by Jessie!
As always Jay’s narration is amazing.
The author has done it again. This book holds your interest and entertains you. Terry grew up in Mistletoe Meadows. She came home to be the town doctor. She couldn’t find a place to live so her sister told her about a duplex. Judd who owns the house went to school with Terry. Judd helps people in the town anonymously. The town has dubbed him the”Secret Saint.” Terry has been tasked with writing social media posts about the things secret saint does and speculation about who he is.
Thank you so much Gracie. It's always so good to hear from you!
I enjoyed the story, and the main characters were just really lovely people who made you want to root for them. It was a nice Christmas story, although I've read so many of Jessie's books that some of it felt vaguely familiar. Not in a bad way though!
Jay, awesome job as always! I recently got an audio book that someone else recommended, and I found myself getting confused with who the different people in the story were, because the person reading it couldn't make a distinction between voices. Whenever I come across that, I always think of you and how talented you are at that!
Thank you - you're too kind, Alison! I'm glad you enjoyed it; Jessie has written a really great start to this series!
Jay does another magnificent job with the narration and voice acting with this marvelous book by Jessie Gussman. Judd Landis has a secret he has a hard time keeping since Dr. Terry McBride has agreed to covering the town's social media page and also lives in his "duplex" that is actually a large house. Thank you to both Jay and Jessie for providing interesting, clean and inspirational entertainment for all. ❤
Thank you so much, Karen. You're so kind to say - I'm glad you enjoyed it!
Beautiful story with humor, romance, and biblical principles to live by.
Terry is a doctor who returns to her home town of Mistletoe Meadows to take over the medical clinic. When her sister suggests Judd may have a duplex to rent, she becomes reacquainted with an old high school classmate. Although she barely remembers him, he remembers her very well since he has always had a huge crush on her. Judd is an introverted, unassuming man who works at odd jobs; however, Judd has a secret identity.
This book is “laugh out loud” funny. However, as with all of Jessie Gussman’s books, it also contains sound biblical principles.
I received a copy of this book from the author. My review is entirely voluntary and unbiased.
I appreciate your review so very much, Christie! Thank you!
What a great story! Thank you for sharing! ❤
You are so welcome, Irene! I'm so glad you liked it!
I love Jessie’s books! They help me to want to please the Lord in all I do! Thank you Jessie for a heart 💜 that loves the Lord!
Jay. Thank you for your wonderful talent for reading and sharing Jessie’s books!
Lissa
You are so welcome, Lissa!
Another great book and I am excited for the series!
Thank you, Marlinda! I am too - I've only read the first two: this one and Icicle Dreams, which I'm recording now, but they are both fantastic. Jessie has the start of a fantastic series going!
I love the video pictures you show for each chapter. This book is going to be another great book especially with you narrating Jay. Have a great weekend.
Thank you so much, Karen! I'm so glad you enjoy them!
I really liked the story! A lot of good Godly principles to make you think about things as you read through it. I love the Secret Saint idea.
Thank you, Rose! I agree - Jessie's books always give me so much to think about!
Can't wait to listen to the full book because I know that Jay's done an amazing job with Jessie's delightful holiday tale with all the warm fuzzies and sweet romance we've come to expect from this talented team! Life lessons woven among a sweetly romantic story of a heroine coming home again to serve her family and community alongside the hero who isn't quite what he seems. Set in a magical little town of Mistletoe Meadows - what's not to love??
Thank you so much, Paula! I hope you enjoy it all!
I’m thoroughly enjoying this book. Thank you.
Wonderful, Carly! I'm so glad you are!
Dr Terry McBride is happy to be home in Mistletoe Meadows taking over the clinic for the retiring Dr. but she needs a place to live as her brother and his family are living with her mother. She it told Judd Landis has a duplex and might be willing to rent the other half. When she arrives, it’s not really a duplex, but he’s willing to have her live there. He doesn’t have a consistent job, but works several places and sometimes overnight. When a Secret Saint provides gifts for needy people, the town tries to determine who is behind the gifts. This is a touching Christmas story by Jessie Gussman and as always a great read!
Thank you for sharing, Sandra, and I'm so glad you enjoyed it!
“Every night, I put it in God’s hands. And every morning, I try not to pick it back up."
After reading a couple romantasy novellas, it was time to curl up with a Christmas romance. I’m always exited to start a new Christmas series (especially as the weather starts to shift just the slightest bit cooler) and this title and cover just called to me.
Mistletoe Meadows. Does that not sound like a perfect, picturesque little town?! In the mountains…. But I digress. 😉 If you know me, you know I love this author and I’ve read everything she’s written. So, something exciting about this book is that it’s located by… 🥁 🥁 the Richmond Rebels!! (Another series for you to read if you haven’t 😉)
So, this Christian contemporary romance starts with our heroine (a doctor) arriving back home to her hometown in the mountains where her family resides. After a bit we get to the meet… hurt. (!!!!) Our heroine and hero develop a romance through housing forced proximity. A Secret Saint mystery (like a Secret Santa for the town) was sweet and unique. A fun idea. I enjoyed curling up with this book and getting to know the town, the people, our heroine’s family, and more. A great start to a new series. I’m excited to read more Christmassy romances this season!
Thank you so much for your review, Michaela! (That was my favorite line, too!)
@@SaywithJay it’s sooo true!
My review: I loved this wonderful Christmas romance between Dr. Terry McBride and Judd Landis in their hometown of Mistletoe Meadows. Terry moved back to Mistletoe Meadows to take over the medical clinic after the doctor retired due to his wife dealing with cancer. Judd had a large house that he said was a duplex even though it only had one front door so he could offer Terry a place to live since her Mom didn't have room in her house for her to live full time. It was within walking distance of the clinic where she would be working. The town had a mystery person named the Secret Saint who did random acts of things that needed doing for the town and its people at no cost. You will have to read the book or listen to the amazing audiobook to find out the identity of the Secret Saint and to find out if Terry and Judd's romance turns into something permanent. I highly recommend this clean Christian romance to those who enjoy a heartwarming Christmas story. This is my voluntary and honest review.
Thank you so much, Karen! I'm so glad you enjoyed it, and I appreciate you sharing your thoughts about it!
Thank you
You're welcome, Marta!
Such a great decent and enjoyable read. As always, just over too too quick. Such good listening.
Thank you, Carolyn - glad you liked it!
What state is Misotoe Meadows in
Hi Geneia! It's in Virginia. I sure wish it was real - I'd love to go!
You ain't the only one
Listening 4 Oct 2024