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The Billionaire's Christmas Secret

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Old flames, hidden truths, and a Christmas destined to change everything... Five years away, and my heart still raced at the mention of Logan's name.T o the town, he was the unattainable billionaire elite, their golden boy. But to me? He was the man I once believed was the love of my life—the echo of whispered promises, the keeper of my heart’s most guarded memories—until that fateful Christmas five years ago when I felt abandoned and betrayed.

Returning as the town buzzed with preparations for Christmas, it wasn't the twinkling decorations or bustling streets that caught my attention. It was Lucas, that young boy with eyes so hauntingly familiar, reminding me of a past I tried to leave behind. And then there was Logan, his same old charm tinged with a hint of regret, casting a sensual spell that made everything more confusing.

With every settling snowflake, I felt myself drawn closer to a truth I both yearned for and dreaded to discover.

As the holiday season progressed, I had to Could the spirit of Christmas heal old wounds and lead us back to the love we once knew?

Prepare to be swept away by a story that combines small-town charm, second chances, and long-buried secrets. Get ready for a journey that will capture your heart from start to finish...Standalone. No Cheating. No Cliffhanging. HEA Guaranteed.

170 pages, Kindle Edition

Published November 3, 2023

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Profile Image for Michelle Roberts.
997 reviews2 followers
January 2, 2024
Wow just wow how anyone could do that to a baby is just unreal. I can see why he hid his son away like he did. I can also see why he thought she was to blame. I couldn't imagine what she went thru along with what he went thru. The things he was able to uncover were just heart breaking. I look forward to seeing the next chapter for them.

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334 reviews2 followers
January 2, 2024
Wow

One of the best books I’ve read in awhile. I suspected Katherine and for a minute Molly but never imagined the twist with the father. This was a great mystery and I enjoyed every page.
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20.8k reviews361 followers
November 6, 2023
Logan and Astrid’s Second Chance . . .

Even after being away for 5 years, Astrid still can’t forget Logan. They had been engaged and she was having their child. But something went wrong. Both of them were deceived. Logan has now taken over his father’s company. How will he react when he sees her again? What shocking secrets will they both learn? And will a miracle at Christmas open up their hearts to love each other again? Or will the secret tear them apart forever?
2,797 reviews4 followers
December 11, 2023
This is the story of Astrid and Logan. These two split up after a tragedy. Meeting again after five years apart hasn't diminished their feelings for each other. I enjoyed this second chance romance as secrets are revealed and christmas magic lends a hand. This story hit all the right notes for me. I received an arc of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review.
57 reviews1 follower
December 8, 2023
Loved this book! Different storyline than I’ve ever read, and it was a crazy one! Enjoyed this book and will read more of Lacey Kendrick’s books.
5,665 reviews63 followers
November 8, 2023
Astrid and Logan were engaged, so happy and expecting a baby. When things go wrong around the birth and she loses the baby and Logan, Astrid leaves for five years. Logan and Astrid are both back in town for the holidays with family when they cross paths. Astrid doesn't understand why Logan is so angry as he is the one who left her. Will all the secrets and misconceptions come out in time for them to grow close again? Who did that to them? Lucas is precious and a huge surprise. Can they make something work? So much time has been missed. Loved the characters, their backstories and reasoning. Determination and chemistry plays a big part. The storyline is so real with all the deception, secrets, and hidden agendas. Very understandable as to why things turned out the way they did, but determination can help correct so much. Can they get past it all? Will their families accept them again? Five years is a long time when a child is involved. Terrific ending.

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4,636 reviews62 followers
November 12, 2023
The Billionaire's Christmas Secret is a sweet, small town, second-chance, girl gets her billionaire romantic suspense. Astrid and Logan were madly in love and set to be married five years ago. They were pregnant, but the night of delivery, Logan was out of town, and Astrid was told her baby was stillborn. That night changed everything, and she and Logan did speak after that. Now, they are both back in town. The first chance meeting leaves Astrid, wondering why Logan hates her so much when he is the one that turned his back on her 5 years ago. But secrets will come out that will change everything Astrid thought she knew. Who would betray them? And can her and Logan finally get a happy ending? This story kept me guessing up until the end. The chemistry was decent, and we finally got our HEA after the drama was resolved.

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Profile Image for Berta Greenleaf Richardson.
1,304 reviews4 followers
November 16, 2023
Logan and Astrid were young lovers,planning to get married and raise a family when tragedy strikes. Astrid must leave to recuperate and stays away for 5 years. Logan takes over the family business while raising his young son. They both end up in the same home town and discover that they still love each other. They broke up over a devious plot to keep them away from each other. She discovers a glorious secret that Logan has kept from her. At the same time she discovers two people dear to her were responsible for the greatest pain in her life. Logan and Astrid get their HEA. I highly recommend this book to all romance readers.

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1,927 reviews8 followers
November 7, 2023
They were in separable and plan to start a family, when she goes in to labor and wakes up to find out that her baby did not make it. She disappears and heads to her aunt to heal. Returning to town for the first time in five years she sees the one person that let her down the most. He however wants nothing to do with her for what she did to their child. When the truth of what really happened, that night comes out everything changes.

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Profile Image for K Webz.
1,961 reviews
November 10, 2023
This story was just amazing. Astrid and Logan were in love, engaged and set to start a family but then tragedy struck.
Now five years later, Astrid is back in town for the holidays, despite being back bringing back so many painful memories. She runs into Longan but he has so must anger and hostility towards her.

Get ready for some trusted secrets and revelations. Can these two figure out how to be together?.

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Profile Image for Charmaine Nouwen.
5,468 reviews23 followers
November 7, 2023
The Billionaire's Christmas Secret: A Holiday Second Chance Romance story of Astrid and Logan..A heartwarming,touching, with a twist..A billionaire who broke her heart and abandon her when she needed him most..And the woman who betrayed him and used him for money( or so he thought) But someone played and used them for their greed,someone who is closed to her heart..

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264 reviews3 followers
November 15, 2023
A powerful book

When this was recommended to me I never read any stories from this author. I wasn't sure how this story would be. Well I can tell you I am so happy I did read this story!!! It was beautifully written brought tears to my eyes throughout the whole book. The storyline felt so real. The feelings of sadness, pain, distrust, love, and happiness weren't just written on each page but in the minds of each reader. Its a must read!!!
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3,552 reviews
November 15, 2023
Omg this book is absolutely a must read!!!! I absolutely loved this book and couldn't put it down and once you start reading it you will definitely be in for a emotional roller coaster ride with twist and turns and the plots thicken. It's captivating and compelling and tantalizing and heartbreaking all in one book. Astrid and Logan story is just in time for Christmas and Christmas miracles.

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862 reviews4 followers
November 7, 2023
So many things happen to me, but losing my baby was the worst. Logan never came back for me. I am going back home to face my fears. Then I run into Logan and my world goes upside down.

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1,336 reviews
January 10, 2024
This is a nice story, Astrid and Logan were the and for each other, they were happy until they separated. Astrid and Logan suffered badly, but when they met again five years later, they discovered the betrayals that kept them apart. The best part of this story is the beautiful ending.
1,902 reviews
November 6, 2023
A beautiful book of healing, forgiveness and love. Couldn't put it down. So many twists. Logan and Astrid deserved their HEA! Lucas was a delight. Received an advance copy.
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852 reviews5 followers
November 10, 2023
Lacey Kendrick is one of my most favorite authors. I know when I read one of her books that she will deliver a quality story that I am going to love. One thing that I really like about Lacey is the fact she is not afraid to write something different keeping her stories unique. She always keeps me on my toes which is a huge contributing factor to why I love her books so much. Her plots never fail to be original and intriguing with wonderful characters making for one exciting and entertaining read. Honestly, Lacey surprised me this story and just keeps proving to me that she has a true gift with story telling. I am so excited to see what new adventure Lacey will take me on with her next book.

Astrid and Logan shared a beautiful relationship and planned on getting married. Astrid was pregnant and they couldn't wait to welcome their little girl into the world. Logan is busy trying to save the families business and is gone a lot. Unfortunately, Logan is on a business trip when Astrid goes into early labor and there appears to be something seriously wrong. Now, five years later these two return home for Christmas, but things are very different from the past they shared. Astrid returns home to share Christmas with her family. Logan isn't alone - he now has a son. When they unexpectedly run into one another Astrid's broken heart comes back strong and she is feeling very confused and hurt. Logan feels nothing, but anger towards Astrid and her past actions. One thing is for sure the attraction they shared for one another still exist and neither of them know what to do about it. How will Astrid feel when she meets his son Lucas? Can old wounds be healed? One thing is for sure - what they believed actually happened the day Astrid went into labor does not match up.

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2,838 reviews51 followers
November 7, 2023
Astrid and Logan were young lovers expecting their first child and planning a future together when tragedy struck. The loss of a child and the man who said he loved her, but instead abandoned her has left Astrid wary of love and relationships. Five years have passed and she has come back to her home town to spend the holidays with her sister and father for the first time since the loss jog her baby. Logan is also back in town on his family estate and is still safeguarding the secret he has kept for five years. Their first encounter his hostile, awkward and tense, but so many emotions are simmering below the surface for both of them. They each carry a deeply held pain as well as a deep sense of betrayal. Logan’s glare so filled with anger and loathing confuses Astrid. He r reachion during their encounter also confuses Logan. He wonders how she could look so hurt and bewildered after what she did. As their story continues, we learn their horrifying story, the truth of what happened five years ago is revealed, and two broken hearts are finally mended and given the chance to forge a much deserved happily ever after.

I loved the chemistry of these two together and the way their friends worked to bring them together for a second chance at love. Both Astrid and Logan found the strength to move on after tragedy, to keep moving on instead of becoming mired in the grief, anger and despair. Their story is both fascinating and compelling, as well as heartbreaking.

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886 reviews5 followers
November 6, 2023
Wonderful Christmas Love Story
This story takes place in a lovely small town that celebrates Christmas in a big way. This is Astrid and Logan’s hometown, where their magic started and the tragic ending happened. Five years ago Astrid and Logan were blissfully in love, engaged, and pregnant when the unimaginable happened and she lost her baby. Something happened to break up Astrid and Logan and they lost touch. Now, five years later Astrid has returned home for the holidays and she bumps into Logan. Each has hard feelings about the other because they have both been deceived.
I love this couple. They had such a beautiful love but there is a chance they can rekindle that love. There is some major deception going on to keep them apart and the culprits are people you’d least expect. A great love story, with wonderful characters and on-the-edge suspense! I highly recommend this read. I received a free advanced copy of this story from Booksprout and these are my thoughts. Linda
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13.4k reviews155 followers
November 8, 2023
Logan and Astrid's first connection had sparks igniting between them that led to them expecting a baby. When she went into labor early, she was led to believe that she lost the baby. Fast forward five years later and she and Logan meet again only this time Logan is livid with her and she can't understand why. When the truth comes out it will lead to some eye-opening revelations that will devastate Astrid and bring her and Logan together again. This story had me glued to the pages from start to finish with the twists and turns that it takes to get to the truth.

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9,304 reviews70 followers
December 1, 2023
Logan and Astrid had a future planned out together and in one horrible moment everything changed. Now years later they run into each in their hometown, and both want answers. Things are strained at first but soon Logan realizes that Astrid really has no idea what happened all those years ago. Will this be a second chance for them? What will she do once he shared his secret?

This is an amazing story that once I started it I couldn't put it down. This is a well written and very entertaining story. Its a book that any book lover would enjoy.

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1,100 reviews6 followers
November 6, 2023
It has been five years since Astrid has been home. When her baby died, she couldn’t handle she move to stay with her mother sister. Logan cannot understand why Astrid turn her back on their son. Astrid doesn’t understand why Logan is mad at her, but can she find out. What will it do to them and special her when the true comes out. This is a very great book to read, love, betrayal, and new beginning.

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4,921 reviews
November 6, 2023
I enjoyed Astrid and Logan's story. Their journey was beautiful and emotional. The focus was on healing and love and giving and receiving forgiveness. You're stuck with your book and can't put it down. Highly recommended to read.

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2,891 reviews3 followers
November 8, 2023
Astrid and Logan’s story has them being engaged and expecting a baby until the unexpected happens. Now they are both back in their small town after years away but when they see each other both have mixed feelings and when it all comes out will they finally get their hea.

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875 reviews
February 17, 2024
Lost Love

Amazing story of the startling horror of thinking your child was stillborn to find out it was not true. Then so many other secrets are revealed but, the love you thought you lost is still there through it all. Great story and wonderful real characters!
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423 reviews
November 16, 2023
(2.5⭐️s)

This was an okay read for me. There were parts I liked but most of it felt rushed and I ended up finishing with more questions then answers.
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24.2k reviews19 followers
November 19, 2023
I enjoyed Logan and Astrid’s book. Old flames, hidden truths, and a Christmas destined to change everything... It was an engaging read. And am voluntarily leaving my review.
1,473 reviews1 follower
January 10, 2024
Sorrow

This story was a heartbreaker. When the full truth came out once, they allowed the other to explain, and the trust was able to come to light.
One person was a surprise to me. that caused the extreme hurt.

Very good story
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107 reviews3 followers
December 18, 2023
I have read lots of Lacey's books but this one is her best yet that had me reading at 4.30am to find out what happens.
This book is beautifully written that had me in tears of joy and sadness and other moments so shocked I could catch files where my jaw dropped!!!
All I'm going to say about the book is Astrid and Logan fell In love young he worked with his father's company but his father got ill and Logan had to takeover sooner than he thought, which meant lots of travelling. During this Time Logan and Astrid got pregnant but it all ended badly. Astrid thought one thing and Logan another which led them to break up. Astrid moved away and Logan stayed at their hometown building up his business. Then the book Skips to five years later and Astrid feels it's time to move back home. Will she see Logan? What led to their heartbreak five years ago?
Will they be able to rekindle that strong love they once had?
This book is the most emotional story I've read In a long time. Some parts of it was shocking and I didn't see it coming. Others had tears falling Non-Stop. This is a must read for those who love Lacey's books but also a must for those wanting to read a beautifully written love story.
This is a 5⭐️ 10/10 book of the year for me.
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235 reviews12 followers
January 19, 2024
This was a different kind of billionaire romance story I have read to date - and a good thing! I’ve been accustomed to domineering alpha men who are super rich and come across a woman of lower social status. This one was not that way at all and I LOVED it!

Logan and Astrid have history….as young kids. They had a love so deep and inseparable at a young age and while engaged were essentially torn apart from each other after giving birth to their child…..But by who and why? That is the question that you find the answer to as you read this story.

To avoid spoilers I won’t say more about the plot but I LOVED the characters in this story. Logan, wealthy and successful business man, who took over his fathers company upon his death. This business was struggling and Logan knew he had to work hard to build it back up. He couldn’t seem to figure out why Astrid had disappeared the very day she gave birth.

Astrid, beautiful young woman, full of life, you can tell she’s always been loved by everyone which is why Logan had gotten so heavily drawn to her. When they were together she supported 💯 percent and I can’t help but admire her. While engaged her and Logan become with-child. And on that day she went into labor and delivered her child, everything in her life changed. And things are not always what they had seemed….

Love, anger, grief, forgiveness, loyalty, betrayal and second chances….This is a must holiday story to read!!.

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