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A Country Christmas: An Uplifting Inspirational Romance
The rancher and the city girl have nothing in common…
except the wedding that brings them together
Eager to prove herself to her family, Kelsey Summerfield is on board to plan her grandfather’s upcoming wedding. But the bride’s grandson, rancher Clay McKendry, is equally determined to keep the city girl’s big ideas in check. When a series of disasters threaten to derail their grandparents’ big day, will these two opposites put aside their differences…and find their own happily-ever-after?
From Love Uplifting stories of faith, forgiveness and hope.
except the wedding that brings them together
Eager to prove herself to her family, Kelsey Summerfield is on board to plan her grandfather’s upcoming wedding. But the bride’s grandson, rancher Clay McKendry, is equally determined to keep the city girl’s big ideas in check. When a series of disasters threaten to derail their grandparents’ big day, will these two opposites put aside their differences…and find their own happily-ever-after?
From Love Uplifting stories of faith, forgiveness and hope.
224 pages, Mass Market Paperback
Published October 24, 2023
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Lisa Carter
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Lisa Carter is the Publishers Weekly bestselling and award-winning author of more than thirty books. She writes the contemporary Truelove Matchmaker romance series with Love Inspired. She also writes romantic suspense—best described as “Sweet Tea with a Slice of Murder.” When not hard at work on her next fictional adventure, she enjoys reading and spending time with her family. A native North Carolinian, she has strong opinions on barbecue and ACC basketball. www.lisacarterauthor.com
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Lisa Carter is the Publishers Weekly bestselling and award-winning author of more than thirty books. She writes the contemporary Truelove Matchmaker romance series with Love Inspired. She also writes romantic suspense—best described as “Sweet Tea with a Slice of Murder.” When not hard at work on her next fictional adventure, she enjoys reading and spending time with her family. A native North Carolinian, she has strong opinions on barbecue and ACC basketball. www.lisacarterauthor.com
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December 1, 2023
Kelsey and Clay are great characters. I love the town of Truelove, North Carolina.
December 12, 2023
A sweet story including romance, enemies to lovers, and family dynamics. I did feel the enemies to lovers aspect was a little contrived, considering how quickly they grew to care for each other. And I was extremely irritated with the final misunderstanding, in which the hero said horrible things to the heroine that didn't even make sense considering their relationship prior to, and for which I feel she too quickly forgave him...
January 12, 2024
Ahhh, Truelove. Yes, that's all one word, as we are back in Truelove, NC for another of author Lisa Carter's "Double Name Club" matchmaker books.
City girl Kelsey Summerfield has tried to earn her always-working father's love her whole life. Now, finally, a seat at her father's "company table" is almost hers for the taking, if she can prove herself by planning her grandfather's wedding.
Country boy and rancher Clay McKendry is the grandson of the bride. On paper, he couldn't be more opposite from Kelsey. Their instant dislike of one another just seems to prove it. But Grandma Dot wants him to help Kelsey plan the wedding. At least this way he can try to keep all her big city ideas reined in.
Oh, but you know that old saying, "opposites attract", right? Once these two put aside their differences and really work together, sparks fly. But when a series of disastrous events happen, will it prevent not only the wedding, but a possible future for Kelsey and Clay?
I read this in one day, and oh, the epilogue! Settle in for A Country Christmas!
City girl Kelsey Summerfield has tried to earn her always-working father's love her whole life. Now, finally, a seat at her father's "company table" is almost hers for the taking, if she can prove herself by planning her grandfather's wedding.
Country boy and rancher Clay McKendry is the grandson of the bride. On paper, he couldn't be more opposite from Kelsey. Their instant dislike of one another just seems to prove it. But Grandma Dot wants him to help Kelsey plan the wedding. At least this way he can try to keep all her big city ideas reined in.
Oh, but you know that old saying, "opposites attract", right? Once these two put aside their differences and really work together, sparks fly. But when a series of disastrous events happen, will it prevent not only the wedding, but a possible future for Kelsey and Clay?
I read this in one day, and oh, the epilogue! Settle in for A Country Christmas!
November 6, 2023
I am a big fan of books by Lisa Carter. I especially love this series because it is set in the North Carolina mountains in a town with the cutest name and tagline. It takes place in a town called Truelove. The two main characters are Kelsey Summerfield and Clay McKendry. They are brought together by their grandparents to help plan their wedding. I really enjoyed not only the banter between the main characters but I thought that their grandparents were just the sweetest. They make me really miss my grandparents. This novel definitely requires a box of tissues. It will take you through all of the emotions. I recommend it to anyone!
I received a complimentary copy from the author. The opinions in this review are my own.
I received a complimentary copy from the author. The opinions in this review are my own.
May 29, 2024
True Love in Truelove
What a wonderful and entertaining story of how two people find true love in Truelove! And it doesn't hurt that the town motto is "Truelove, North Carolina: Where True Love Awaits."
Following Kelsey Summerfield and Clay McKendry as they navigated their relationship was completely entertaining. I loved their banter, how they came to know each other better, and how their relationship shifted in a new direction. However, when someone threw a wrench into the mix, I couldn't imagine how it would turn out. But the end result was even better than I anticipated.
I recommend that you add A Country Christmas to your to-be-read pile as a definite must-read. This beautiful story is one you won't want to miss.
What a wonderful and entertaining story of how two people find true love in Truelove! And it doesn't hurt that the town motto is "Truelove, North Carolina: Where True Love Awaits."
Following Kelsey Summerfield and Clay McKendry as they navigated their relationship was completely entertaining. I loved their banter, how they came to know each other better, and how their relationship shifted in a new direction. However, when someone threw a wrench into the mix, I couldn't imagine how it would turn out. But the end result was even better than I anticipated.
I recommend that you add A Country Christmas to your to-be-read pile as a definite must-read. This beautiful story is one you won't want to miss.
January 2, 2024
This is a heartwarming story of love,and forgiveness. Once again we return to Truelove and the matchmaking “Double name Club.” Kelsey Summerfield and Clay McKendry have nothing in common except for the fact that their grandparents are marrying each other. One has been burned by love and one has felt like they were too much, yet not enough, to be loved.
January 22, 2024
This was my first time reading a book by Lisa Carter and it won't be my last. She has woven a beautiful story focusing on a father's role in the family through loss, abandonment, and trying to find their way through the day-to-day. I highly recommend this book.
July 19, 2024
Such an incredibly beautiful, well written love story.
Such an incredibly beautiful, well written love story. I was drawn from start to finish. Your readers won’t be disappointed. Thank you!
Such an incredibly beautiful, well written love story. I was drawn from start to finish. Your readers won’t be disappointed. Thank you!
June 23, 2025
A Christmas wedding to be in
This was a wonderful love story about how 2 grandparents became engaged and a wonderful granddaughter to plan the wedding, alot happened in between before they got married. A book you can't put down.
This was a wonderful love story about how 2 grandparents became engaged and a wonderful granddaughter to plan the wedding, alot happened in between before they got married. A book you can't put down.
September 8, 2023
A Country Christmas is another great book by Lisa Carter. Two people so different but fall in love. A great book
October 20, 2023
A Country Christmas by Lisa Carter is a city girl meets cowboy story that you will fall in love with.
November 27, 2023
I truly enjoyed this Christmas book!
December 6, 2023
Sweet story.
June 16, 2025
Loved it!!!!!!
January 1, 2025
Very exciting
December 11, 2025
Kelsey’s grandfather is getting married to Clay’s grandmother. And a couple have asked Kelsey and Clay to plan their wedding. Now the wealthy city girl has to work with the down-to-earth country boy and find a way to mesh their preferences and their families, while ignoring their attraction, they feel for each other.
July 22, 2025
I have enjoyed several of author Lisa Carter’s books and this one was another winner! This opposites attract story was multi-faceted with several themes unfolding including self-worth, forgiveness and reconciliation. And it’s always fun to visit the charming town of Truelove again. Lovely story!
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