Candy Cane Lane

by Kayla Lowe

Winter in Springbrook sparkles with Christmas magic, but event planner Frankie Laurie isn’t prepared for the unexpected snowstorm that sweeps into town just as she’s about to launch the annual Candy Cane Lane festival. Tasked with creating a holiday wonderland, Frankie’s enthusiasm is matched only by her hope that this year’s festival will bring the community together. However, her plans take a turn when she meets Sean Morrison, a down-to-earth widower and single dad who’s still healing from the loss of his wife.

As the snow falls and the two are thrown together in the charming town, Frankie’s spirited energy begins to thaw Sean's guarded heart. With the help of his lively daughter, Grace, the trio finds joy in simple moments, navigating the ups and downs of life, love, and faith during the holiday season. But will Frankie’s festive outlook be enough to convince Sean that it’s time to open his heart to love again?

In this heartwarming Christian romance, join Frankie and Sean as they unwrap the greatest gift of the magic of love and second chances amidst the twinkling lights and the spirit of Christmas.

Genres: Novella

67 pages, Kindle Edition

Published November 22, 2024

About the author

Award-winning author Kayla Lowe writes women's fiction that explores complex themes with sensitivity and depth. Kayla’s books delve into the intricacies of relationships, self-discovery, and resilience. From cozy love stories interspersed with a bit of faith to heartwarming tales of friendship and suspenseful novels of empowerment and heartbreak, her books illustrate the struggles specific to women.

When she’s not churning out her next novel, you can find her with her feet in the sand and a book in her hand or curled up on the couch with her dogs.

Go to www.authorkaylalowe.com for a free book!

Reviews

[Brenda Moser · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is a well written short story with strong characters in Frankie, Sean and his young daughter Grace. The author brings a sweet, unexpected romance with some sparks along the way. She moves the story quickly and smoothly with her descriptive scenes and delivers an entertaining read.

I voluntarily reviewed an ARC of this book. All opinions in this review are my own and are freely given.

[Danyelle · Rating 4 out of 5]

It was a cute short story. This is the first book that I read by this author. Frankie and Sean had a cute story. It was a clean romance. Frankie, an event planner, was for the 50th anniversary of Candy Cane Lane. Sean is a carpenter and he has an 8 year old daughter. Frankie enlisted the help of Sean and his daughter, Grace to help with the festival. They were not expecting to be sparks between them. Frankie had the pressure of this Candy Cane Lane Festival might be the last one. I could relate to Sean. Because of I have been a single parent. Being a single parent can be hard.

This book could be read in one setting. You could spend a winter afternoon listening to it, drinking hot chocolate and snuggling up with a blanket. This is a great book.

[Amber · Rating 4 out of 5]

I enjoyed reading about Frankie and Sean. Reading their love story unfold during the 50th annual Candy Cane Lane Christmas Festival was just what i needed to jump start my holiday spirit this year. Frankie was informed that this may be the last year of the festival, and she was inspired to revive the holiday festival. She enlisted the help of single dad Sean and his adorable daughter, Grace.

This is a sweet and cozy story that ends nicely and well but you could easily read more about this couple in the future just to see more of what they've done.

I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.

[Lori R · Rating 5 out of 5]

I enjoyed this fun Christmas story as Frankie, an event planner, was hired for the 50th anniversary of Candy Cane Lane.  She had the added pressure that this might just be the last year for the annual festival. The story was filled with faith, romance, and new beginnings when Frankie met Sean, a single parent to eight year old Grace.  He was a carpenter and she enlisted his help to fulfill her plans for the festival.  Neither one of them was expecting there to be sparks between them.  I received an advance copy of this book and I willingly chose to write an honest review.

[Julie Juhl · Rating 5 out of 5]

Candy Cane Lane by Kayla Lowe is a sweet clean Christmas romance about Frankie an event planner, Sean a carpenter and his 8 year old daughter Grace. She enlists Sean to help put together the festival for the 50th anniversary of Candy Cane Lane. This is the first book I have read from the author and look forward to reading more of her work.

I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.

[Barbara · Rating 5 out of 5]

Grab your kindle, a nice cup of hot chocolate with marshmallows of course and light your fireplace because you are going to be settling down comfortably on your couch with this fantastic heartwarming romance book. WOW Kayla has a book that should be a Hallmark movie right here waiting for you to enjoying yourself. I loved this book, and the characters really make your spirits bright with happiness.

[Barbara · Rating 5 out of 5]

Part of the Sweet Seasons Collection, Frankie Laurie,widower Sean Morrison and daughter, Grace's well written Christmas story. They meet during the 50th annual Candy Cane Lane Christmas Festival that she was hired to plan. I enjoyed seeing their story come together and them get a happy ending. I received a copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.

[Cottage_reads · Rating 4 out of 5]

A short, but utterly sweet and festive read to sit down with on a cold winter’s night.

I recommend this book if you enjoy:
🤍 Christmas vibes
🤍 sweet romance
🤍 Christian romance

Thank you Booksprout for the ARC.

I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.

[Virginia Shea · Rating 4 out of 5]

Such a sweet and festive read! Loved how Lowe wove Christianity into this book- She beautifully incorporated themes of forgiveness, faith, and finding joy in simple moments throughout the book.

“You’ve shown me that it’s possible to find joy and laughter again, even after the darkest of times,” -Shawn

[Denise Fisher · Rating 2 out of 5]

I listened to this book on audio, which was AI narrated. AI narration is awful. I was looking for just a cute little Christmas story in the same vein as a Hallmark movie. Unfortunately, this was not it. There was no substance and what should’ve been the cute parts weren’t cute. However, the AI narration made it 1000 times worse.

[Gail · Rating 5 out of 5]

This was a sweet read. . Frankie is an event planner working on the 50th. Candy Cane Lane festival. Local carpenter Sean is helping her. He's a widower with a daughter. Enjoyed watching them grow closer. Received a free copy.

[Nichole Ann · Rating 4 out of 5]

Frankie is an event planner. She gets hired to do their Candy Cane Lane festival. Sean is a single dad to Grace. He helps with the festival. I didn’t read the blurb and it’s very Christian. Still enjoyed this fast read.

[Victoria · Rating 1 out of 5]

Pretty boring, but didn't expect too much with a Novella.