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Special Delivery
SPECIAL DELIVERY (A Valentine's Short Story)
Sometimes gifts of the heart are the best gifts of all...
All Amanda Holiday wants is for her husband to come home for Valentine's Day. She's expecting their first baby, but her husband Luke - a US Navy fighter pilot - is half the world away. So Amanda determines to get through her childbirth alone with the help of a trusted good friend. When a raging snowstorm hits, complications ensue. Will Amanda's strength see her through? And can Luke stay out of harm's way? It may all depend on the power of love to achieve a happy ending.
Sometimes gifts of the heart are the best gifts of all...
All Amanda Holiday wants is for her husband to come home for Valentine's Day. She's expecting their first baby, but her husband Luke - a US Navy fighter pilot - is half the world away. So Amanda determines to get through her childbirth alone with the help of a trusted good friend. When a raging snowstorm hits, complications ensue. Will Amanda's strength see her through? And can Luke stay out of harm's way? It may all depend on the power of love to achieve a happy ending.
50 pages, Kindle Edition
First published December 27, 2013
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Ginny Baird
64 books891 followersNew York Times and USA Today bestselling author Ginny Baird writes heartwarming contemporary stories filled with love, laughter, and happily ever afters. Visit her website to learn more about Ginny and her books. www.ginnybairdromance.com
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May 20, 2019
Special Delivery is a well developed short story with good character development, suspense and sweet romance.
Luke is deployed, Amanda is due to deliver their first child just before Valentine's Day and she has her friend Katie standing in as a birth coach. The delivery comes on Valentine's Day and Luke makes it home just in time making it a double Special Delivery for Amanda and Luke with help from Katie. It is a great short story.
Luke is deployed, Amanda is due to deliver their first child just before Valentine's Day and she has her friend Katie standing in as a birth coach. The delivery comes on Valentine's Day and Luke makes it home just in time making it a double Special Delivery for Amanda and Luke with help from Katie. It is a great short story.
January 30, 2014
When I start a Ginny Baird book I know I am in for a very enjoyable, sweet read. Special Delivery is certainly no exception to this.
Amanda Holiday is expecting their first child any day while her husband is deployed. Amanda is ready though, her best friend has stepped up to the roll of birthing coach. She has taken her role seriously and checks on Amanda several times a day. I thought this was so sweet. She wants to make sure she is there and ready when Amanda and the new little one need her. Amanda has already went a few days over her due date, so the little one could choose to make an appearance at any moment.
Luke, Amanda's husband, is in a sticky situation of his own. I don't want to tell you exactly what is happening to Luke but it sure does add some serious suspense to the story.
When Amanda finally goes in labor she is in for a HUGE surprise. She gets the one thing she really wants as she is about to deliver her baby. Once again I don't want to give away the surprise. It is a good one though.
Ms. Baird has once again written a wonderfully sweet romantic story just in time for Valentine's Day. If you are looking for a sweet short story to sweeten your Valentine's Day I suggest you pick this one up. If you are a fan of Ginny Baird I know you are going to love her latest masterpiece. If you have never read her work, grab Special Delivery, I think you will enjoy it.
Amanda Holiday is expecting their first child any day while her husband is deployed. Amanda is ready though, her best friend has stepped up to the roll of birthing coach. She has taken her role seriously and checks on Amanda several times a day. I thought this was so sweet. She wants to make sure she is there and ready when Amanda and the new little one need her. Amanda has already went a few days over her due date, so the little one could choose to make an appearance at any moment.
Luke, Amanda's husband, is in a sticky situation of his own. I don't want to tell you exactly what is happening to Luke but it sure does add some serious suspense to the story.
When Amanda finally goes in labor she is in for a HUGE surprise. She gets the one thing she really wants as she is about to deliver her baby. Once again I don't want to give away the surprise. It is a good one though.
Ms. Baird has once again written a wonderfully sweet romantic story just in time for Valentine's Day. If you are looking for a sweet short story to sweeten your Valentine's Day I suggest you pick this one up. If you are a fan of Ginny Baird I know you are going to love her latest masterpiece. If you have never read her work, grab Special Delivery, I think you will enjoy it.
January 24, 2015
When your heart meets the one it's meant for and theirs agrees you will both know you are in it for the right reasons. The overwhelming knowledge of that you are with your best friend, lover, and life long mate will hit you at the same time. That's what happened for Luke Holiday when he was going in for his daily coffee. He kept see this sweet out going blonde almost every morning. Then one day he noticed she had gotten her long blonde locks cut and styled. He had to say something. He told it looked nice and winked.
For Amanda a pre-school teacher who works with small children all day the ability to speak to adults in full on sentences escapes her. So, when the tall sexy as sin Navy Pilot asked her about her new cut and said he like as well as winked at her she froze for a minute. It was all she could do to say, "Uh huh! Thanks!" Once he got her to agree to the first date 5 months later he was asking her to marry him.
She was all happy. Two years in, they both at the same time thought it was the right time to start a family. See how that is going for them as he is serving his country at the same time.
I loved this very short sweet love story for Valentine's Day. I know you will too. I got it free when I chose it on Amazon. I give it 5 stars.
For Amanda a pre-school teacher who works with small children all day the ability to speak to adults in full on sentences escapes her. So, when the tall sexy as sin Navy Pilot asked her about her new cut and said he like as well as winked at her she froze for a minute. It was all she could do to say, "Uh huh! Thanks!" Once he got her to agree to the first date 5 months later he was asking her to marry him.
She was all happy. Two years in, they both at the same time thought it was the right time to start a family. See how that is going for them as he is serving his country at the same time.
I loved this very short sweet love story for Valentine's Day. I know you will too. I got it free when I chose it on Amazon. I give it 5 stars.
October 20, 2017
Another author for me to follow and enjoy. If her other books are as good as this story, I will enjoy them too.
August 21, 2020
Sweet short story.
March 18, 2021
Such a sweet little read.
February 11, 2023
A quick read that was enjoyable
Good characters that seem like someone I'd know. You felt like the author lived through this story. I will be reading more from this author.
Good characters that seem like someone I'd know. You felt like the author lived through this story. I will be reading more from this author.
January 18, 2025
I recommend this sweet, short story set at Valentine’s Day. Can be read in under one hour. Full story, very satisfying read.
February 13, 2025
Sweet read. I read enjoyed it
December 31, 2013
A Special Delivery by Ginny Baird
Amanda is due any day now. She teaches at the preschool because she just loves kids so much.
She's near a military base as her husband is off flying on a mission-Luke. She has a birthing coach and fears she will deliver very soon.
It's just about Valentine's day and they each write a note to put in the holiday section of the new baby book they have.
She remembers when they first met. The book also follows Luke's story while he's thinking of the birth and he's so far from home.
His boss wants a word with him and before he knows it he's in a neighbor's van on his way home earlier than expected but with the snow and ice they find themselves facing traffic on the wrong side of the road.
...Amanda is now having pains and there is a problem of heavy snow and ice which she hadn't expected and she' can't reach her coach.
Cute story and short but with all the aspects of a larger size book - the author can express herself in fewer words than others where it takes 3x the words.
I received this book from the author in exchange for my honest review.
Amanda is due any day now. She teaches at the preschool because she just loves kids so much.
She's near a military base as her husband is off flying on a mission-Luke. She has a birthing coach and fears she will deliver very soon.
It's just about Valentine's day and they each write a note to put in the holiday section of the new baby book they have.
She remembers when they first met. The book also follows Luke's story while he's thinking of the birth and he's so far from home.
His boss wants a word with him and before he knows it he's in a neighbor's van on his way home earlier than expected but with the snow and ice they find themselves facing traffic on the wrong side of the road.
...Amanda is now having pains and there is a problem of heavy snow and ice which she hadn't expected and she' can't reach her coach.
Cute story and short but with all the aspects of a larger size book - the author can express herself in fewer words than others where it takes 3x the words.
I received this book from the author in exchange for my honest review.
July 29, 2016
This was a very cute short story about a couple that is seperated by military deployment during their first pregnancy. The latter third of the book was taken up with a sample for the author's newest book Baby, Be Mine, which I didn't care for, but overall the story was enjoyable, giving me insight into the difficulties a military family faces when one member is away on deployment.
February 2, 2014
A super sweet and emotional Valentine story. Loved it! My only complaint is: I wish it was longer. I could feel the love Luke and Amanda felt for each other, as well as for their "Little Bean" and I was rooting for them to be together again. I was sorry when I reached the end, because I was really getting engrossed in their story.
I would love to read more about Luke and Amanda. Can we please get another book? :)
I would recommend this to hopeless romantic readers and lover of HEA.
I would love to read more about Luke and Amanda. Can we please get another book? :)
I would recommend this to hopeless romantic readers and lover of HEA.
January 8, 2014
Special Delivery is a awesome quick Valentine's romance. It's about a couple expecting the birth of their first baby. Amanda is a preschool teacher and Luke is US Navy fighter pilot away from home on a mission. Ginny Baird has done it again and wrote another great romance. I loved this story and the characters. Highly recommend to all fans of a sweet romance.
January 11, 2014
This is such a warmfelt Valentine's read. It is sweet and just makes you feel the love. Does dad come home prior to the birth of his first baby being born? This short read won't dissappoint. I also love the babybook concept in this read. Good job, Mrs. Baird!
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February 8, 2014Happy Valentine's Day
Short, sweet, and perfect. This short story is a awesome quick read that makes a reader turn the last page with a smile on their face and a warm feeling in the heart.
Short, sweet, and perfect. This short story is a awesome quick read that makes a reader turn the last page with a smile on their face and a warm feeling in the heart.
October 5, 2014
This was a very short story about a woman about to give birth and her Air Force husband who hopes to make it home in time to see the birth.
It was very sweet, but too short to get overly involved with the characters. But a nice way to spend 20 minutes or so.
It was very sweet, but too short to get overly involved with the characters. But a nice way to spend 20 minutes or so.
February 26, 2015
Special Deliver is a special read! A couple separated by ones service for their country is going to miss the birth of their child or is he? While this is a short read the love of these toe brings a tear to the eye. Well done Ms. Baird!
February 12, 2014
Super short sweet little story about a young couple having their first child.
August 11, 2016
thnks now i had to buy the effing book Baby, Be Mine (Holiday Brides #5)by Ginny Baird, thnks a bunch
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October 17, 2015Super short. The idea behind it is good but overall it ended up being just ok, since there really wasn't times to get too attached to anybody.
January 27, 2015
A really sweet heart warming swoon worthy romantic short valentine story
February 3, 2015
Great short story
Liked this short story a lot. This is the kind of story that makes you feel happy. The fact that it involved a serviceman makes it better.
Liked this short story a lot. This is the kind of story that makes you feel happy. The fact that it involved a serviceman makes it better.
February 5, 2015
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A little too short to have enough character development. Would have liked to get to know the characters better. Still a good short story though.
A little too short to have enough character development. Would have liked to get to know the characters better. Still a good short story though.
May 17, 2015
A quick, cute love story.
August 4, 2015
I know it was a short story but I read the whole thing in les than 10 minutes. That being said it was very sweet and enjoyable
July 15, 2016
Short and Sweet
This was a short and sweet novella. The story of a pregnant military wife. With a husband who is deployed.
This was a short and sweet novella. The story of a pregnant military wife. With a husband who is deployed.
August 11, 2019
Sweet and loving. Even a snow blizzard wont keep a baby from coming when they want. Lovely story
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