Light Up My Heart

by R.H. Nix

Rae Gartner thought she had it all—a dream job in downtown Toronto, a long-term boyfriend, and a clear path to success. But when everything unravels at once, she’s left with no choice but to start over.
With the holidays fast approaching, Rae heads home, where comfort comes in the form of family time, sparkling menorahs, and the familiar rhythm of her small-town roots. Between the scent of latkes, the magic of candlelight, and snow-dusted streets, Rae begins to wonder if this holiday season might hold more than healing—it might just hold a second chance at love.
Rae discovers that sometimes the end of one chapter is just the beginning of another. Will the season of light lead her to a love she never expected?

188 pages, ebook

Published December 2, 2025

About the author

R.H. Nix is addicted to Starbucks but doesn’t like coffee. She craves the summer but lives in a town that hosts winter for 6 months a year. She is afraid of dogs but has an Airedale Terrier. She thrives on big cities but lives in the country. She is an avid runner but doesn’t really enjoy exercising. She currently has three novels available for purchase.

Reviews

[Tanya · Rating 5 out of 5]

She thought she had it all but now it has all gone so she goes home where she tries to find a way through it. She is slowly finding that this may just be the start of a new chapter to her. See what will happen for her
I received an advance copy from hidden gems and a beautiful story

[Lisa · Rating 5 out of 5]

A beautiful second chance romance story with relatable characters, just the right amount of drama and suspense, and an exciting storyline. This book pulled me in in the first chapter and never let me go!!!

[Angie Hardy · Rating 5 out of 5]

A beautiful story I fell in love with it. I was given an arc and i choose to give a honest review.