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January Cove
Second Chance Christmas: A January Cove Novella
An injury ended her career.
A fire ended his.
It’s Christmas time in January Cove, but two people in town are struggling to find joy in it.
Claire has come to town to start over after an injury has halted her career as a professional ballerina.
Jake was born in January Cove, but now he’s back home, trying to pick up the pieces after the worst night of his life.
When the two of them are thrown together to build a float for the January Cove Christmas Parade, can they help heal each other?
This is a novella in the January Cove series and is stand alone. The books in this series can be read in any order!
A fire ended his.
It’s Christmas time in January Cove, but two people in town are struggling to find joy in it.
Claire has come to town to start over after an injury has halted her career as a professional ballerina.
Jake was born in January Cove, but now he’s back home, trying to pick up the pieces after the worst night of his life.
When the two of them are thrown together to build a float for the January Cove Christmas Parade, can they help heal each other?
This is a novella in the January Cove series and is stand alone. The books in this series can be read in any order!
94 pages, Kindle Edition
Published November 8, 2018
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So who am I? My name is Rachel Hanna, and I am a wife, mother of three incredible kids (maybe I am a BIT biased?), two lovable doggies and one cat that lives outside and thinks he owns the world. Okay, I also have a gecko now too. Don't judge me.
I started writing as a young child, and I went into the field of Journalism for many years as an adult. Now, as a romantic fiction writer, I get to live out my own daydreams every single day and share them with readers around the world!
I'm a Southern chick living near Atlanta, so I say "yes, ma'm" and "ya'll", but I wouldn't have it any other way. :)
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January 2, 2022
Both Claire and Jake desperately needed a second chance this Christmas
Claire was a professional ballerina in New York and had been invited to audition for the New York Ballet. Then she injured her knee and her career as a ballerina was over. Buying the dance studio in January Cove, GA was her second chance. Jake had always wanted to be a firefighter and he loved his profession until that night when he saved the young girl from the fire and went back in for her family only to have the house implode. He had promised Emmy that he would save her family and the guilt at failing was more than he could bear. He took his young daughter, Cassie and moved back to January Cove where he grew up. He and Cassie were living with his sister and her husband. Susan signed Cassie up for dance classes and offered to help Claire spread the word about her dance studio. Jake helps Claire when a pipe breaks in her studio bathroom. He doesn't feel that he deserves to be happy, but finds that he really enjoys spending time with Claire. Also, his daughter really enjoys dance and likes Claire. Claire has really fallen for Jake but knows he is still battling nightmares from that fire. She is not sure she can date to hope for a future with him and Cassie. Is it possible to have a Christmas miracle?
Claire was a professional ballerina in New York and had been invited to audition for the New York Ballet. Then she injured her knee and her career as a ballerina was over. Buying the dance studio in January Cove, GA was her second chance. Jake had always wanted to be a firefighter and he loved his profession until that night when he saved the young girl from the fire and went back in for her family only to have the house implode. He had promised Emmy that he would save her family and the guilt at failing was more than he could bear. He took his young daughter, Cassie and moved back to January Cove where he grew up. He and Cassie were living with his sister and her husband. Susan signed Cassie up for dance classes and offered to help Claire spread the word about her dance studio. Jake helps Claire when a pipe breaks in her studio bathroom. He doesn't feel that he deserves to be happy, but finds that he really enjoys spending time with Claire. Also, his daughter really enjoys dance and likes Claire. Claire has really fallen for Jake but knows he is still battling nightmares from that fire. She is not sure she can date to hope for a future with him and Cassie. Is it possible to have a Christmas miracle?
November 12, 2018
I love January Cove! No one is a stranger because the community opens its heart & arms & welcomes you in. Claire is a retired ballerina with an injured kenn starting up a ballerina studio in a new town where she doesn’t know anyone.
Jake Evers is a firefighter who is still struggling with a terrible fire & feelings of guilt. He’s brought his daughter Cassie home to January Cove to be closer to his sister & her family.
Can Claire & Jake help each other heal & move on with their lives? The interactions that they have & those that include Cassie give the story added dimension & strength. Jake’s memories of the fire are tastefully described but lend legitimacy to the thoughts of suffering from PTSD as do his flashbacks. This story is written as a story of love & second chances, not for shock value.
Jake Evers is a firefighter who is still struggling with a terrible fire & feelings of guilt. He’s brought his daughter Cassie home to January Cove to be closer to his sister & her family.
Can Claire & Jake help each other heal & move on with their lives? The interactions that they have & those that include Cassie give the story added dimension & strength. Jake’s memories of the fire are tastefully described but lend legitimacy to the thoughts of suffering from PTSD as do his flashbacks. This story is written as a story of love & second chances, not for shock value.
November 10, 2018
This was a story about two broken people: Claire, a ballerina who hurt her knee and would never dance at the same professional level again and Jake, a firefighter who lives with the guilt of not saving a family from a burning building. Jake has worked hard as a single father to support his daughter Cassie and he feels like he’s failed her lately. Claire is taking on a new challenge running a dance studio and she dreams of getting married and having a family before it’s too late. Jake doesn’t think he deserves her after not saving that family and Claire thinks he might just be playing her and is afraid to let him in and get hurt. There were plenty of funny, romantic, and at times sad moments in this sweet holiday romance.
August 14, 2022
This is a January Cove Novella.
Claire is suffering from an injury that ended her dance career so she has come to January Cove to open a dance school.
She meets Jake who is the Uncle of one of her mew dance students. He moved back to January Cove after he has a devastating experience. He is staying with his sister until he can pick up the pieces to start over and try to move past it.
Then Claire finds out she has to build a float for the January Cove Christmas parade. She has no idea where to begin so Jake offers to help.
Read this Novella to see if they are able to heel each other.
I loved this sweet romance book
Claire is suffering from an injury that ended her dance career so she has come to January Cove to open a dance school.
She meets Jake who is the Uncle of one of her mew dance students. He moved back to January Cove after he has a devastating experience. He is staying with his sister until he can pick up the pieces to start over and try to move past it.
Then Claire finds out she has to build a float for the January Cove Christmas parade. She has no idea where to begin so Jake offers to help.
Read this Novella to see if they are able to heel each other.
I loved this sweet romance book
November 11, 2018
This is such a nice story and sweet romance. Author Rachel Hannah describes pre-Christmas festivities in January Cove so well that you want to be there, and she does such a good job of getting inside her characters’ heads. Jake and Claire each have their own issues, and their relationship is very much about second chances – in relationships and in life. This novella is a fast read with a happy ending – just right for Christmas! Enjoy a visit to January Cove!
November 12, 2018
Jake and Claire have both had setbacks in their careers and come to January Cove to get a fresh start. Claire helps Jake to understand that what happened wasn't really his fault even though he blames himself. In helping him, her eyes are opened to the opportunity to maybe have everything she's ever wanted too! Quick and enjoyable read that I would definitely recommend. My first "visit" to January Cove and I hope to read more. I received an ARC and am voluntarily leaving my review.
November 15, 2018
Not great
I read to the 85% point, wondering if there was going to be a ‘romance’ in this romance, or not.
Finally, at that late point in the story, we have a first kiss. So underwhelming it was, that it just irritated me more than anything else. I have no further interest in even finishing, at this point, and have deleted it from my kindle. Sadly, this is a ‘romance’ I wouldn’t recommend.
I read to the 85% point, wondering if there was going to be a ‘romance’ in this romance, or not.
Finally, at that late point in the story, we have a first kiss. So underwhelming it was, that it just irritated me more than anything else. I have no further interest in even finishing, at this point, and have deleted it from my kindle. Sadly, this is a ‘romance’ I wouldn’t recommend.
October 15, 2022
Trying again
MS Hanna did it again! This novella lets us into the lives of two main characters, A burned out fireman and a injured ballerina. As time goes by this couple discover feelings they thought were lost to them. I love how this story ends and I look forward to reading more of Rachel Hannah's stories!
MS Hanna did it again! This novella lets us into the lives of two main characters, A burned out fireman and a injured ballerina. As time goes by this couple discover feelings they thought were lost to them. I love how this story ends and I look forward to reading more of Rachel Hannah's stories!
August 24, 2024
Second Chances!
This story is so appropriate for the last in the January Cove series. Sweet, poignant characters, love in the air, and above all, Christmastime. Everything turns out the way it should, and that’s a wrap! On to Whiskey Ridge. Hoping to love those stories as much a the first two Series!
This story is so appropriate for the last in the January Cove series. Sweet, poignant characters, love in the air, and above all, Christmastime. Everything turns out the way it should, and that’s a wrap! On to Whiskey Ridge. Hoping to love those stories as much a the first two Series!
February 17, 2023
Claire is a professional ballerina who has come to January Cove to make a new start after a career ending injury. Jake is a single father recovering from a traumatic event. When fate throws them together, can these two lost souls heal one another?
November 12, 2018
Second chance
The holiday season brings some glitter and light into two hearts seeking a new goal in life when the original goal gets derailed a truly entertaining story.
The holiday season brings some glitter and light into two hearts seeking a new goal in life when the original goal gets derailed a truly entertaining story.
November 14, 2018
CHRISTMAS SECOND CHANCES.
Enjoyed this story of second chances. Jake and Claire were sweet together. Seems like they helped each find a Christmas miracle.
Enjoyed this story of second chances. Jake and Claire were sweet together. Seems like they helped each find a Christmas miracle.
November 17, 2018
Great book
I love it. So sad when it ended. Rachel Hanna always does such a good job. I think I’ve read everything she’s written
I love it. So sad when it ended. Rachel Hanna always does such a good job. I think I’ve read everything she’s written
November 24, 2018
A sweet story
This was my first book by this author and it was short and sweet. This is a clean Christmas romance.
This was my first book by this author and it was short and sweet. This is a clean Christmas romance.
November 29, 2018
Short but sweet
I always enjoy a January Cove story, and hope to hear a little more about Claire and her dance school in the future.
I always enjoy a January Cove story, and hope to hear a little more about Claire and her dance school in the future.
December 19, 2018
Loved it
I love this little Christmas story. They were both destined to be together. They were perfect for each other. Great book
I love this little Christmas story. They were both destined to be together. They were perfect for each other. Great book
January 5, 2019
This was a very good book, loved it.
January 23, 2019
Read all the January cove books. .
Great easy reading! Sweet Christmas story.Read all the January cove books. . would share with all my friends! Happy reading.
Great easy reading! Sweet Christmas story.Read all the January cove books. . would share with all my friends! Happy reading.
April 27, 2020
Semi sweet ending!
Reminded me of a typical Hallmark movie where there's a misunderstanding. Who listens to a n 8 year old without checking with an adult?
Reminded me of a typical Hallmark movie where there's a misunderstanding. Who listens to a n 8 year old without checking with an adult?
May 29, 2021
This was a sweet romance. A second chance for the main characters.
October 3, 2021
Second Chance Christmas is a fun read.
This is the first book in this series that I have read. I plan to read more in this series.
This is the first book in this series that I have read. I plan to read more in this series.
December 4, 2022
Rachel Hanna always delivers. A sweet and easy Christmas story to fit into the rush this year. Thank you, Rachel.
December 9, 2023
quick read
Great character development and quick read. I love Rachel Hanna books. I love all of the stories this author tells.
Great character development and quick read. I love Rachel Hanna books. I love all of the stories this author tells.
May 14, 2024
Ii definitely believe in second chances and I would love to be a resident in January Cove — I have completed the entire series plus the two novellas and feel so good!!!
May 23, 2024
Great storyline
Great book, I really enjoyed the storyline. But unfortunately bad narration. She sounded bored and uninterested in what she was reading.
Great book, I really enjoyed the storyline. But unfortunately bad narration. She sounded bored and uninterested in what she was reading.
July 4, 2024
Cute little novella
August 7, 2024
Wonderful
Excellent book in this series. I have ever read all the books in this series. Cannot wait until the next one in this series.
Excellent book in this series. I have ever read all the books in this series. Cannot wait until the next one in this series.
November 7, 2022
2 injured souls find Love in January Cove.
February 29, 2024
Second Chance Christmas: A January Cove Romance Novella is by Rachel Hanna. There is just some magic in January Cove. It can’t be seen, smelled, touched, or felt. It is just there. In Second Chance Christmas, magic is full out.
Claire Thomas left her life in New York City to set up a dance studio in January Cove. She was on her way to her dream of dancing with the New York City Ballet when she suffered a knee injury that put her dancing to an end. She could dance enough to teach; but not enough to dance for a career. At first, she didn’t want to teach children; but the more she thought of it the more excited she became until she purchased the dance studio and renovated it. She was ready to begin.
Jake Evers also lost his career in a flash. Only, he lost his on National news. He was called a hero; but heroes don’t let people die and don’t forget promises. He had been a firefighter in Boston. In a house fire, he had located a little girl and got her out. Her parents and siblings were still inside and he promised her he would get them out. However, the house imploded and they were gone. He was now in his sister’s guest room and he and Cassie lived here. When Cassie decided she wanted to join the dance studio, Jake met Claire and thought she was really nice.
Could this be the second chance his sister talked about?
Claire Thomas left her life in New York City to set up a dance studio in January Cove. She was on her way to her dream of dancing with the New York City Ballet when she suffered a knee injury that put her dancing to an end. She could dance enough to teach; but not enough to dance for a career. At first, she didn’t want to teach children; but the more she thought of it the more excited she became until she purchased the dance studio and renovated it. She was ready to begin.
Jake Evers also lost his career in a flash. Only, he lost his on National news. He was called a hero; but heroes don’t let people die and don’t forget promises. He had been a firefighter in Boston. In a house fire, he had located a little girl and got her out. Her parents and siblings were still inside and he promised her he would get them out. However, the house imploded and they were gone. He was now in his sister’s guest room and he and Cassie lived here. When Cassie decided she wanted to join the dance studio, Jake met Claire and thought she was really nice.
Could this be the second chance his sister talked about?
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