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Wynn Harbor Inn #4
Wynn Harbor Inn: Winter Wonderland
“A moving series about coming home, uncovering painful truths, and rediscovering the people—and the place—that truly matter.”
Winter Wonderland is the fourth book in the Wynn Harbor Inn series, an inspirational series…an emotional journey about second chances, weaving together the bonds of family, the strength of friendships and the healing power of home—set on the unforgettable shores of Mackinac Island.
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For the first time in a long time, Harlow Wynn will be celebrating Christmas at Wynn Harbor Inn with her family and friends.
Harlow has two Christmas wishes, that her divorce from Robert Barbetz, who has been dragging his feet, finally goes through and that Mackinac Island’s Lighthouse Lane, a home that speaks to Harlow’s heart, is still available when she’s finally free to purchase it. Fate steps in, dropping both of her wishes into her lap in almost one fell swoop.
The final divorce decree clears the way for Harlow to begin rebuilding her life on the idyllic island, and she is now ready to present an offer to purchase Lighthouse Lane. To her dismay, another buyer has beat her to the punch, an islander who is threatening to be a thorn in Harlow’s side.
Will her dreams of starting over on Mackinac Island be dashed, or will her determination to forge a new life in the only place she’s ever truly called home see her through?
Find out when you grab your copy of Winter Wonderland today!
Winter Wonderland is the fourth book in the Wynn Harbor Inn series, an inspirational series…an emotional journey about second chances, weaving together the bonds of family, the strength of friendships and the healing power of home—set on the unforgettable shores of Mackinac Island.
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For the first time in a long time, Harlow Wynn will be celebrating Christmas at Wynn Harbor Inn with her family and friends.
Harlow has two Christmas wishes, that her divorce from Robert Barbetz, who has been dragging his feet, finally goes through and that Mackinac Island’s Lighthouse Lane, a home that speaks to Harlow’s heart, is still available when she’s finally free to purchase it. Fate steps in, dropping both of her wishes into her lap in almost one fell swoop.
The final divorce decree clears the way for Harlow to begin rebuilding her life on the idyllic island, and she is now ready to present an offer to purchase Lighthouse Lane. To her dismay, another buyer has beat her to the punch, an islander who is threatening to be a thorn in Harlow’s side.
Will her dreams of starting over on Mackinac Island be dashed, or will her determination to forge a new life in the only place she’s ever truly called home see her through?
Find out when you grab your copy of Winter Wonderland today!
282 pages, Kindle Edition
Published December 19, 2025
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Hope Callaghan is an American author who loves to write clean fiction books, especially Christian Mystery and Cozy Mystery books.
She has written more than 70 mystery books (and counting) in six series.
Born and raised in a small town in West Michigan, she now lives in Florida with her husband. She is the proud mother of 3 wonderful children.
When she's not doing the thing she loves best - writing books - she enjoys cooking, traveling and reading books.
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★ AMAZON BESTSELLING AUTHOR ★
★ 2017 Mom's Choice Award ★
Hope Callaghan is an American author who loves to write clean fiction books, especially Christian Mystery and Cozy Mystery books.
She has written more than 70 mystery books (and counting) in six series.
Born and raised in a small town in West Michigan, she now lives in Florida with her husband. She is the proud mother of 3 wonderful children.
When she's not doing the thing she loves best - writing books - she enjoys cooking, traveling and reading books.
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December 24, 2025
Harlow is a real class act!
Hope Callaghan really weaved another great story together, Wynn Harbor Inn: Winter Wonderland. You have to be a true Michigander to be able to write a story about the frost biting, bitter cold of upper Michigan. I am sure that every northern state can vouch for the deep biting bitter cold but an author that is from our wonderful winterland of Michigan, Hope writes it best. In this enjoyable read we find
Harlow Wynn waiting impatiently for her divorce decree from Robert, her conniving, money grubbing husband who is also her manager for her acting career. He has used every trick in the book to get back together with Harlow, not wanting his lucrative money gravy train to disappear. Harlow finally gave in to letting Robert manage her career for ten months after their divorce was final. Finally after hearing that Robert had signed the paperwork, Harlow was on the phone to her realtor asking to put a bid on a little cottage that she had found that was right on Lake Huron with a perfect view of the Mighty Mac-the Mackinaw Bridge only to find out that the house had just had a purchase agreement written up but with many contingencies. So there was still a little bit of hope. Harlow tried to find out who on the island had just put a bid in right before her but could only come up with an initial and a name. The name was attached to a spiteful girl that had tried to make trouble for Harlow during her short stay back home on the island. Harlow's Dad, David was working with the fire chief Caleb, to find out how their beloved Inn had burned to the ground and killed his wife, & Harlow's precious mom.
Robert, Harlow's now ex is determiined to make her life miserable. He asked to see her and wouldn't tell her why, she knew that he wouldn't stay in a quiet little town so she said yes. Again he manages to throw a wrench in her life but when she finds out he was already at Machinaw Island she wants to know why. She soon finds out with the help of her friends, again he is not playing on the same kind playing field
as she is. It gets really interesting from there but I won't give anymore away.
There are lots of humor, intrigue and love in this series. I can't wait until the next book in the series is published.
This is a extremely enjoyable series just like all of Ms. Callaghan books, you will not want to put it down. Get ready for a great cozy mystery, you won't want to miss this great read!
Hope Callaghan really weaved another great story together, Wynn Harbor Inn: Winter Wonderland. You have to be a true Michigander to be able to write a story about the frost biting, bitter cold of upper Michigan. I am sure that every northern state can vouch for the deep biting bitter cold but an author that is from our wonderful winterland of Michigan, Hope writes it best. In this enjoyable read we find
Harlow Wynn waiting impatiently for her divorce decree from Robert, her conniving, money grubbing husband who is also her manager for her acting career. He has used every trick in the book to get back together with Harlow, not wanting his lucrative money gravy train to disappear. Harlow finally gave in to letting Robert manage her career for ten months after their divorce was final. Finally after hearing that Robert had signed the paperwork, Harlow was on the phone to her realtor asking to put a bid on a little cottage that she had found that was right on Lake Huron with a perfect view of the Mighty Mac-the Mackinaw Bridge only to find out that the house had just had a purchase agreement written up but with many contingencies. So there was still a little bit of hope. Harlow tried to find out who on the island had just put a bid in right before her but could only come up with an initial and a name. The name was attached to a spiteful girl that had tried to make trouble for Harlow during her short stay back home on the island. Harlow's Dad, David was working with the fire chief Caleb, to find out how their beloved Inn had burned to the ground and killed his wife, & Harlow's precious mom.
Robert, Harlow's now ex is determiined to make her life miserable. He asked to see her and wouldn't tell her why, she knew that he wouldn't stay in a quiet little town so she said yes. Again he manages to throw a wrench in her life but when she finds out he was already at Machinaw Island she wants to know why. She soon finds out with the help of her friends, again he is not playing on the same kind playing field
as she is. It gets really interesting from there but I won't give anymore away.
There are lots of humor, intrigue and love in this series. I can't wait until the next book in the series is published.
This is a extremely enjoyable series just like all of Ms. Callaghan books, you will not want to put it down. Get ready for a great cozy mystery, you won't want to miss this great read!
December 25, 2025
A cozy mystery series with a famous Michigan setting - Mackinac Island at Christmas. Winter Wonderland is a page turning read with relatable characters: Harlow, her father David Wynn, Aunt Birdie, their neighbor Lottie Fletcher and the close knit group the Magnificent Mackies.
Harlow with her father and fire chef Caleb Jackson continue to investigate the inn’s fire and her mother’s death. This reader experienced a house fire in 1997. Fire chief Caleb Jackson’s investigation and comment in Chapter 14 is spot on. Caleb witnessed more than his share of tragedies – the loss of a life, of a beloved pet, or of a home, all gone in a blink of an eye. It was the part of the job he dreaded most.
Hope Callaghan always includes local facts into her stories. This reader, who lived in Onaway, Michigan, for a year, remembers how the Mackinac work horses were moved to the mainland in winter. And how snowmobiles tried to cross the famous ice bridge when the Straits of Mackinaw froze. With the charcuterie craze, I enjoyed the inclusion of the charcuterie board filled with tasty treats shaped like Santa.
With help from the Magnificent Mackies, will Harlow rid herself from her money grabbing, cheating, despicable husband Robert Barbetz and find a home on Mackinac Island?
Recipe for White Chocolate Peppermint Pastries.
Harlow with her father and fire chef Caleb Jackson continue to investigate the inn’s fire and her mother’s death. This reader experienced a house fire in 1997. Fire chief Caleb Jackson’s investigation and comment in Chapter 14 is spot on. Caleb witnessed more than his share of tragedies – the loss of a life, of a beloved pet, or of a home, all gone in a blink of an eye. It was the part of the job he dreaded most.
Hope Callaghan always includes local facts into her stories. This reader, who lived in Onaway, Michigan, for a year, remembers how the Mackinac work horses were moved to the mainland in winter. And how snowmobiles tried to cross the famous ice bridge when the Straits of Mackinaw froze. With the charcuterie craze, I enjoyed the inclusion of the charcuterie board filled with tasty treats shaped like Santa.
With help from the Magnificent Mackies, will Harlow rid herself from her money grabbing, cheating, despicable husband Robert Barbetz and find a home on Mackinac Island?
Recipe for White Chocolate Peppermint Pastries.
December 20, 2025
A wintry Christmas on the island!
I’ve enjoyed all of the Wynn Harbor Inn stories and look forward to reading each one. In this one, number four, Harlow has pretty much totally recovered from her accident and is looking forward to spending Christmas with family and friends on Mackinac Island after getting a boatload of snow recently. Her favorite Christmas present were the signed divorce papers from Robert, who already has her next movie under contract, ready to film in a month or so. Another very enjoyable read, where I feel like I’m catching up with old friends! I received an advance copy of this book and write this review voluntarily.
I’ve enjoyed all of the Wynn Harbor Inn stories and look forward to reading each one. In this one, number four, Harlow has pretty much totally recovered from her accident and is looking forward to spending Christmas with family and friends on Mackinac Island after getting a boatload of snow recently. Her favorite Christmas present were the signed divorce papers from Robert, who already has her next movie under contract, ready to film in a month or so. Another very enjoyable read, where I feel like I’m catching up with old friends! I received an advance copy of this book and write this review voluntarily.
December 28, 2025
And the story continues...
This book takes place 6 months after a terrible automobile accident .The movie star Harlow, returns home to recuperate and reconciles with her father whom she mistakenly blames for her mother's death in a fire. Harlow is loving being back home and is quickly making friends and making Mackinac island her permanent home.
I'm looking very forward to the next book!
This book takes place 6 months after a terrible automobile accident .The movie star Harlow, returns home to recuperate and reconciles with her father whom she mistakenly blames for her mother's death in a fire. Harlow is loving being back home and is quickly making friends and making Mackinac island her permanent home.
I'm looking very forward to the next book!
December 23, 2025
Wynn Harbor Inn
What an amazing story! As the drama continues to unfold in this magical island it becomes clear that there is something special about the story. After experiencing a great career and a difficult divorce life begins to change. Friends and family are always there to support each other and to help them through this.
What an amazing story! As the drama continues to unfold in this magical island it becomes clear that there is something special about the story. After experiencing a great career and a difficult divorce life begins to change. Friends and family are always there to support each other and to help them through this.
December 23, 2025
Another glimpse into life on Mackinaw Island. This time in winter at Christmastime. Harlow is delighted to be spending the holiday with her father and friends, even if the holiday is delayed when the weather prohibits mail, including gifts from off the island from making it on time.
As usual, there are multiple cliff hangers, and you want to read the stories in order.
As usual, there are multiple cliff hangers, and you want to read the stories in order.
December 31, 2025
A heartfelt story
A great story of love and friends.
Hope has made us feel part of the story and leaves us wanting more.
Can not wait to keep on reading the stories of these beautiful ladies and their challenges and how they overcome them at all ages sticking together and from different careers.
A great story of love and friends.
Hope has made us feel part of the story and leaves us wanting more.
Can not wait to keep on reading the stories of these beautiful ladies and their challenges and how they overcome them at all ages sticking together and from different careers.
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December 19, 2025Happier Holidays
Ms. Callaghan continues Harlow's return home with discussions on her new offer, divorce negotiations and holiday prep and celebration to create a feel good tale despite some less than stellar happenings. Great for any age group.
Ms. Callaghan continues Harlow's return home with discussions on her new offer, divorce negotiations and holiday prep and celebration to create a feel good tale despite some less than stellar happenings. Great for any age group.
December 20, 2025
Absolutely Must Read!
Wynn Harbor Inn: Winter Wonderland by Hope Callaghan was just as great as all her other books. It was exciting fun, and I could not put this book down. I can't hardly wait for the next book in this series.
Wynn Harbor Inn: Winter Wonderland by Hope Callaghan was just as great as all her other books. It was exciting fun, and I could not put this book down. I can't hardly wait for the next book in this series.
December 22, 2025
WOW! Just WOW!!
Hope did it again!! This series is shaping up to be my second favorite! I can hardly wait for the next excerpt!
Once you start this awesome series, you won't be able to stop!!
Hope did it again!! This series is shaping up to be my second favorite! I can hardly wait for the next excerpt!
Once you start this awesome series, you won't be able to stop!!
December 27, 2025
Enjoyed reading
I enjoyed all the books in this series. This is a series with a cast of people you can enjoy reading about. Loved following the cast around the island that they make their home.
I enjoyed all the books in this series. This is a series with a cast of people you can enjoy reading about. Loved following the cast around the island that they make their home.
December 27, 2025
Wonderful
Hope Calllaghan is my favorite author! Her books never disappoint. This lovely heartwarming story is hard to put down. I can’t wait for the next installment to see where the story goes
Hope Calllaghan is my favorite author! Her books never disappoint. This lovely heartwarming story is hard to put down. I can’t wait for the next installment to see where the story goes
December 21, 2025
fantastic
i love following these books they are fantastic. Hopefully there will be more from bothe if the series . it is hard to wait until the next one.
i love following these books they are fantastic. Hopefully there will be more from bothe if the series . it is hard to wait until the next one.
December 21, 2025
Wonderful read
A great Christmas story and a wonderful storyline! I cannot wait to continue seeing more from this series and love all of your books
A great Christmas story and a wonderful storyline! I cannot wait to continue seeing more from this series and love all of your books
December 22, 2025
A Great read 📚
Harlow seems so real. Reading was like having a story unfold right before your eyes.
It was a little bit of everything: mystery, and romance kept it interesting 😉
Harlow seems so real. Reading was like having a story unfold right before your eyes.
It was a little bit of everything: mystery, and romance kept it interesting 😉
December 27, 2025
Surprisingly short story- not a novel, this continues Harlows move back to Mackinaw Island. No big mysteries or surprises. A nice Christmas escape.
December 28, 2025
Another good one. Glad the "D" finally happened, can't wait to hear how things go from here on.
December 29, 2025
Feel good book
Loved reading this book over Christmas break. It felt like spending the holidays with family. It has all the feels of being home for the holidays!
Loved reading this book over Christmas break. It felt like spending the holidays with family. It has all the feels of being home for the holidays!
December 30, 2025
Love this Series
What a relief to find a multi talented writer to enjoy. Not all writers have the skills to entertain their readers so happy I found Hope
What a relief to find a multi talented writer to enjoy. Not all writers have the skills to entertain their readers so happy I found Hope
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