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Nollaig Shona Duit: A Christmas Tale
Shea Brogan the Earl of Glenn Haven has just returned from war, after being injured while serving in the Irish Brigade under France. His desire for private living and the rumors surrounding his family's roots as Druids has turned him into a recluse. His solitude is to be disrupted when his estranged brother's wife appears at his door; their young son in tow. Shea's mysterious mystical talents soon win over his nephew but will they do the same for his mother who's long lost her belief in love, magic and the spirit of Christmas?
62 pages, Kindle Edition
First published November 30, 2014
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About the author
Nicole Strycharz
28 books425 followersNicole is a multi-genre author of over a dozen books.
"The Divorce" was nominated in the 2016 Indie Book Awards and won second place in the 2016 Best Cover Design in 'Urban Literature Magazine.'
She was featured on the cover of Words + Magazine for her book "The Affair."
She’s known for delving into sensitive and real topics such as in her title “The Love That Hurts” which explored domestic violence with the hopes of giving victims a voice while exposing the red flags of an abusive relationship. Most of her lead female characters are depicted as survivors or evolving overcomers of trauma. Sending a message to readers that every moment and every day they fight for is a victory.
Being of mixed ethnicity, she keeps her cast of characters diverse and tries to highlight the different cultures around the world.
Aside from writing, she runs a tarot and rune reading business called, Nikki The Solitary Witch. Interpreting the cards and stones for others, she offers a little clarity to her clients so they can face their path with a little extra confidence.
Nicole lives in Virginia with her family and one pretty Pocket-Pittie. She is always reading or working on the next book between mommyhood adventures.
"The Divorce" was nominated in the 2016 Indie Book Awards and won second place in the 2016 Best Cover Design in 'Urban Literature Magazine.'
She was featured on the cover of Words + Magazine for her book "The Affair."
She’s known for delving into sensitive and real topics such as in her title “The Love That Hurts” which explored domestic violence with the hopes of giving victims a voice while exposing the red flags of an abusive relationship. Most of her lead female characters are depicted as survivors or evolving overcomers of trauma. Sending a message to readers that every moment and every day they fight for is a victory.
Being of mixed ethnicity, she keeps her cast of characters diverse and tries to highlight the different cultures around the world.
Aside from writing, she runs a tarot and rune reading business called, Nikki The Solitary Witch. Interpreting the cards and stones for others, she offers a little clarity to her clients so they can face their path with a little extra confidence.
Nicole lives in Virginia with her family and one pretty Pocket-Pittie. She is always reading or working on the next book between mommyhood adventures.
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September 14, 2016
Nolliag Shona Duit: A Christmas Tale
Nicole Strycharz is indeed a talented writer. I can't see her not writing a book that readers will fall over in love with or beg for more. The writing style is superb. Easy to read and follow along. There's always an emotional journey that Nicole Strycharz creates in every one of her brilliant novels. I fall in love every single time. I can't help myself. The emotions tugging at my heart over the characters' frustrations, struggles, and undeniable love. Anyone you reads this stunning lady's work and not feel any kind of emotion or connection is lacking life's good gifts. Laughter, tears, and kisses. Yes, all that and more can be found in this particular read.
Nollaig Shona Duit; A Christmas Tale by Nicole Strycharz is everything readers will want plus, so much more. I can't find a single thing wrong with this incredible story. Two irresistible characters, check. A fast moving plot, check. An engaging tale that captures readers hearts and souls, double check. A sexy and sweet romance, absolutely. A novella about finding love, happiness, and new beginnings, definitely inside this book. The main character, Shea is a man to love passionately and to never let go. I want him. That there proves Nicole's talent. I need to read more about her famous characters. I want to hear and see more. She delivers a promising read that satisfies every readers' desire. A feel good romance perfect for any day especially, during the holidays. Perfect, sizzling, clean, an well-written. The characters were well-developed. The struggles were believable and kept me turning the pages. I truly love this writer's work. Overall, I highly recommend this latest novella to all. (P.s. This along with all her other works need to be turned into big screen movies! Just saying...)
Nicole Strycharz is indeed a talented writer. I can't see her not writing a book that readers will fall over in love with or beg for more. The writing style is superb. Easy to read and follow along. There's always an emotional journey that Nicole Strycharz creates in every one of her brilliant novels. I fall in love every single time. I can't help myself. The emotions tugging at my heart over the characters' frustrations, struggles, and undeniable love. Anyone you reads this stunning lady's work and not feel any kind of emotion or connection is lacking life's good gifts. Laughter, tears, and kisses. Yes, all that and more can be found in this particular read.
Nollaig Shona Duit; A Christmas Tale by Nicole Strycharz is everything readers will want plus, so much more. I can't find a single thing wrong with this incredible story. Two irresistible characters, check. A fast moving plot, check. An engaging tale that captures readers hearts and souls, double check. A sexy and sweet romance, absolutely. A novella about finding love, happiness, and new beginnings, definitely inside this book. The main character, Shea is a man to love passionately and to never let go. I want him. That there proves Nicole's talent. I need to read more about her famous characters. I want to hear and see more. She delivers a promising read that satisfies every readers' desire. A feel good romance perfect for any day especially, during the holidays. Perfect, sizzling, clean, an well-written. The characters were well-developed. The struggles were believable and kept me turning the pages. I truly love this writer's work. Overall, I highly recommend this latest novella to all. (P.s. This along with all her other works need to be turned into big screen movies! Just saying...)
February 7, 2016
A beautiful story of a man who is scarred by war and returns home to his family seat in Ireland to a life of seclusion. Shea Brogan - The Earl of Glenn Haven is a man of passion and high ideals - something sadly lacking in his younger brother who stole away years ago with the young and impressionable daughter of the local blacksmith - a red-haired beauty who Shea had a soft spot for.
One cold night she turns up on his doorstep, more beautiful than ever but destitute and with only her young son for company, having long been abandoned by her husband.
Shea takes her and his nephew in and within weeks can't imagine life without them but his brother has planted poison in Maura's head and she doesn't care to have the townsfolk whispering any more than they already do about her and the strange, aloof Earl who is descended from Druids and who, rumour has it, practices dark magic.
She is intent on leaving just as soon as she is back on her feet. Shea Brogan is intent on keeping her by his side.
The author,Nicole Strycharz, weaves a beautiful tale of what happens between these two unique characters. The setting and imagery is very evocative and you can almost smell the holly and the pine of the Christmas Tree in the big old house of years ago. And then there is a touch of magic. Maura didn't believe in magic but this reader would love The Earl of Glenn Haven to do his magic on me. Then again - in a way he already has :-)
One cold night she turns up on his doorstep, more beautiful than ever but destitute and with only her young son for company, having long been abandoned by her husband.
Shea takes her and his nephew in and within weeks can't imagine life without them but his brother has planted poison in Maura's head and she doesn't care to have the townsfolk whispering any more than they already do about her and the strange, aloof Earl who is descended from Druids and who, rumour has it, practices dark magic.
She is intent on leaving just as soon as she is back on her feet. Shea Brogan is intent on keeping her by his side.
The author,Nicole Strycharz, weaves a beautiful tale of what happens between these two unique characters. The setting and imagery is very evocative and you can almost smell the holly and the pine of the Christmas Tree in the big old house of years ago. And then there is a touch of magic. Maura didn't believe in magic but this reader would love The Earl of Glenn Haven to do his magic on me. Then again - in a way he already has :-)
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