Bestselling, award-winning author presents another heartwarming beach read, perfect for fans of Jill Shalvis, Debbie Macomber, Jenny Hale, Rachel Hanna, and Cecelia Scott. Escape to a charming beach town loaded with romantic ambience and a whole lot of heart. Salty Secrets and Christmas Magic Terri McMillan craves a fresh start from the city’s relentless grind. When she stumbles upon a charming farmhouse nestled in the salt marsh, a dormant dream stirs inside her. The large home, despite its faded paint and lopsided shutters, offers a chance to foster troubled teens. There’s just one hitch. Her estranged sister has claimed the coastal town for herself, a place where Terri feels anything but welcome. But the house is known to have Christmas magic, not that Terri believes in fairy tales or happily ever afters. Matt Baker, the nostalgic owner, offers a deal before he sells the home. He’ll renovate the house in exchange for Terri hosting one last family Christmas at the homestead. Sparks fly as they clash over restoration details, their undeniable chemistry simmering beneath the surface. But when they find a dusty hatbox in the attic, revealing a treasure trove of letters and a diary written during the Vietnam War, a past love story unfolds and family secrets are unearthed. As the magic of Christmas intensifies, can Terri and Matt find solace in unexpected places, even if they find themselves questioning everything they know about love, family, and the power of holiday charm? 5-Star Review: Heartwarming Story .I loved reading this book! I couldn't stop reading it for hours. Reading it was like watching a xmas movie. 5-Star Review: What a sweet story. I loved this book, Lori tells a story that is so thoughtful and sweet. I could see every detail of the surroundings and feel the love of the characters. Thank you for a very nice read. 5-Star Review: The coast at Christmas. Can it get any better? This is the second book I've read by this talented author. Her descriptive writing always firmly plants my feet on the Carolina shore, and my heart in the middle of an intriguing storyline. 5-Stary Review: Christmas on the coast-More than one way to warm up inside. This book is sure to brighten your holidays and warm you up inside! Another great book by the talented author, Lori Hayes. Terrific work! 5-Star Review: Loved this story. Kept me up till morning reading it. I love all Lori's books! Her characters seemed so real. 5-Star Review: Sweet read. This book leaves you with warm tissues inside. It is a sweet story of how the past shapes us for better or for worse. 5-Star Review: Beautiful holiday read! Highly recommend. A heartfelt holiday story that you won't be able to put down. The characters were vivid and the storyline fresh and new. I found myself actively anticipating the next letter from Matt's grandparents. Guaranteed you'll revisit this story every Christmas.