The Gift of Family

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From acclaimed New York Times bestselling author Mary Monroe comes a captivating tale of a couple who has everything—except the dream they long for most. Middle-aged couple Eugene and Rosemary Johnson, successful and in love, have never given up on their wish to be parents. This Christmas, a reunion with someone from the past offers them a last chance. However, their hopes for children seem further away than ever, especially with Rosemary needing emergency surgery and home help for recovery. To lift her spirits, Eugene recalls Ethel Perkins, who raised him and his brother. Now a struggling widow in her sixties, Ethel juggles two jobs to support her great-grandchildren. Grateful to assist Rosemary, Ethel can only stay until she recovers. As Ethel faces escalating challenges, Rosemary and Eugene find themselves increasingly involved in her life and growing close to her vibrant youngsters. The families realize that the only way to salvage the season is to celebrate together. But will this temporary arrangement lead to a lasting bond and a lifetime of happiness?