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Captiva Island Series #4
Captiva Christmas
Christmas on Captiva Island is threatened when the Wheeler family struggles with several new developments.
Lauren and Jeff Wheeler’s marriage is tested when a chance encounter and a persistent admirer widens an already troublesome crack between them.
With the family scattered and no plans to be together for Christmas, Maggie Wheeler resorts to extreme measures.
An abusive husband forces Sarah and Ciara to get involved—a decision that could cost Sarah and her unborn baby dearly.
A best friend leaves Captiva Island, and a heartbreaking diagnosis leaves everyone shocked.
Like all of Annie Cabot’s books, Captiva Christmas will have you laughing one minute and crying the next. Either way, this holiday story will warm your heart, and remind you of the true meaning of Christmas.
Lauren and Jeff Wheeler’s marriage is tested when a chance encounter and a persistent admirer widens an already troublesome crack between them.
With the family scattered and no plans to be together for Christmas, Maggie Wheeler resorts to extreme measures.
An abusive husband forces Sarah and Ciara to get involved—a decision that could cost Sarah and her unborn baby dearly.
A best friend leaves Captiva Island, and a heartbreaking diagnosis leaves everyone shocked.
Like all of Annie Cabot’s books, Captiva Christmas will have you laughing one minute and crying the next. Either way, this holiday story will warm your heart, and remind you of the true meaning of Christmas.
- GenresChristmas
236 pages, Kindle Edition
Published October 14, 2022
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About the author
Annie Cabot
32 books110 followersAnnie Cabot is the author of contemporary women's fiction and family sagas. Annie writes about friendships and family relationships, that bring inspiration and hope to others.
With a focus on women's fiction, Annie feels that she writes best when she writes from experience. “Every woman's journey is a relatable story. I want to capture those stories, let others know they are not alone, and bring a bit of joy to my readers.”
Annie Cabot is the pen name for the writer Patricia Pauletti. A lover of all things happily ever after, it was only a matter of time before she began to write what was in her heart, and so, the pen name Annie Cabot was born.
When she's not writing, Annie and her husband like to travel. Winters always involve time away on Captiva Island, Florida where she continues to get inspiration for her novels.
Annie lives in Massachusetts with her husband.
With a focus on women's fiction, Annie feels that she writes best when she writes from experience. “Every woman's journey is a relatable story. I want to capture those stories, let others know they are not alone, and bring a bit of joy to my readers.”
Annie Cabot is the pen name for the writer Patricia Pauletti. A lover of all things happily ever after, it was only a matter of time before she began to write what was in her heart, and so, the pen name Annie Cabot was born.
When she's not writing, Annie and her husband like to travel. Winters always involve time away on Captiva Island, Florida where she continues to get inspiration for her novels.
Annie lives in Massachusetts with her husband.
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January 6, 2025
I honestly just love this series. It’s like reading a TV show…very vulnerable, very real. Plus they are super easy and quick reads!
June 21, 2024
Loving this family
Each series is fabulous. I absolutely love this family and characters, they're so human, they're so real I really wish the series would never end. Now I'm looking forward to more, all Is excellent. Follow her she's awesome.
Each series is fabulous. I absolutely love this family and characters, they're so human, they're so real I really wish the series would never end. Now I'm looking forward to more, all Is excellent. Follow her she's awesome.
December 16, 2022
Family disagreements and health issues at Christmas!
She wanted her family around the tree this Christmas. Its happened, after many phone calls! One daughter thought her marriage was over and left her husband! Her son wanted to marry his girlfriend and he asked his soon to be father-in-law for his blessings! Then she got her diagnosis from her doctor.
This is a book you don't want to put down but you want to know what's going to happen next.
I don't read many Christmas stories but this was great! Thank to Annie Cabot for "Captive Christmas!
She wanted her family around the tree this Christmas. Its happened, after many phone calls! One daughter thought her marriage was over and left her husband! Her son wanted to marry his girlfriend and he asked his soon to be father-in-law for his blessings! Then she got her diagnosis from her doctor.
This is a book you don't want to put down but you want to know what's going to happen next.
I don't read many Christmas stories but this was great! Thank to Annie Cabot for "Captive Christmas!
May 22, 2023
Merry Christmas
What a wonderful contemporary romance. Life can bring us bad news and families the glue that keeps us together through those times. This story has lots up life's up and downs but with a wonderful supportive family and friends is a blessing . I loved this book and I hope you will too.
What a wonderful contemporary romance. Life can bring us bad news and families the glue that keeps us together through those times. This story has lots up life's up and downs but with a wonderful supportive family and friends is a blessing . I loved this book and I hope you will too.
August 3, 2024
Captiva Christmas by Annie Cabot is the fourth book in the Captiva series, and takes place during the Christmas holidays in Florida. Of the four books I have read so far, this is my least favorite.
Trigger warnings for a cancer diagnosis and for domestic violence, although neither is over emphasized. Another possible trigger is the use of the lack of communication/refuse to communicate trope between one of the married couples over possible infidelity.
Maggie is missing her grown children who still live in Massachusetts, and wants them to come home for Christmas. When one of her married daughters shows up unannounced with her children, Maggie calls a code red to get her other children to come to Florida.
Domestic violence shows it's ugly face, and another daughter, expecting her first child, is involved because she is trying to help the victim. Maggie is faced with a cancer diagnosis, and is in the process of seeking a second opinion regarding the best treatment options.
Trigger warnings for a cancer diagnosis and for domestic violence, although neither is over emphasized. Another possible trigger is the use of the lack of communication/refuse to communicate trope between one of the married couples over possible infidelity.
Maggie is missing her grown children who still live in Massachusetts, and wants them to come home for Christmas. When one of her married daughters shows up unannounced with her children, Maggie calls a code red to get her other children to come to Florida.
Domestic violence shows it's ugly face, and another daughter, expecting her first child, is involved because she is trying to help the victim. Maggie is faced with a cancer diagnosis, and is in the process of seeking a second opinion regarding the best treatment options.
August 9, 2025
I wouldn’t recommend as a stand alone Christmas Story
I’ve become a first reluctant, but now fan of this series. However, due to the nature of the continuing storylines & multiple ones at that, I wouldn’t recommend this as a stand alone Christmas Story. I have become invested in this series. I’ve come to like the fact that the stories do run right into one another. However, the fact that there are multiple storylines in each book & the nature of the continuation of them from book to book, they really don’t stand alone well. I did appreciate this story. Again, because of my investment, I was able to appreciate the context. However, needing “Christmas Stories” to be uplifting, this was a bit of a downer.
I’ve become a first reluctant, but now fan of this series. However, due to the nature of the continuing storylines & multiple ones at that, I wouldn’t recommend this as a stand alone Christmas Story. I have become invested in this series. I’ve come to like the fact that the stories do run right into one another. However, the fact that there are multiple storylines in each book & the nature of the continuation of them from book to book, they really don’t stand alone well. I did appreciate this story. Again, because of my investment, I was able to appreciate the context. However, needing “Christmas Stories” to be uplifting, this was a bit of a downer.
November 25, 2024
I have lower expectations for these books, but they generally surprise me for being beach reads. This one wasn't as good as the others though. There was a LOT going on in this book and pretty big events were introduced and wrapped up in just a few pages, it seemed. I think some of those events are worth further exploration. Sometimes the dialog is fairly simple writing and I can look past it, but there were quite a few instances that made me pause while reading this. Also, not enough Christmas for a book with Christmas in the title. With that being said, am I going to read on in the series? You betcha.
November 14, 2025
Every family has their ups and downs, including the wheeler family. How delightful it would be to spend an evening around the dinner table with all of them, enjoying their stories as they weave back-and-forth.
Having grown-up in Massachusetts, I enjoyed the familiar and now we need to expand my horizons to Captiva Now want to book 5
Having grown-up in Massachusetts, I enjoyed the familiar and now we need to expand my horizons to Captiva Now want to book 5
March 17, 2024
I love all this series. Every book starts right where it ends. Love, family, friends, and illness is in this book. The family bond that this family and friends have is so strong. I’m hooked and will be so disappointed when I finish this series of books.
April 24, 2025
I love this series. The family is so relatable. Because I am a mother that misses my children, I would try to get them to be with me. Then you put cancer, marriage woes, and battered women into the equation it is a slam dunk!
September 9, 2025
florida Christmas
The author wears a tapestry of the characters and events in this family series I enjoyed this book less than a prior for primarily due to the regular alert thing I found it offputting but I enjoy the characters and I enjoy the progress of the stories
The author wears a tapestry of the characters and events in this family series I enjoyed this book less than a prior for primarily due to the regular alert thing I found it offputting but I enjoy the characters and I enjoy the progress of the stories
January 18, 2026
Very realistic and passionate
Annie has woven a tale that many of us go thru, and no matter how hard we try to ignore our problems they remain with us.
Its beautiful how all of it comes together and leaves you wanting for more.
Annie has woven a tale that many of us go thru, and no matter how hard we try to ignore our problems they remain with us.
Its beautiful how all of it comes together and leaves you wanting for more.
January 7, 2023
A heartwarming story about two people and their struggles within their marriage. Things that happen make it even more difficult for them. Loved being a part of their lives.
October 20, 2023
❤️❤️❤️❤️
Again another great read. What an amazing and strong woman Maggie is. It shows in her children that they get their strength from her. This book really touched my heart.
Again another great read. What an amazing and strong woman Maggie is. It shows in her children that they get their strength from her. This book really touched my heart.
October 30, 2023
The Captive series are so sweet. So much of this book hit home. I’m enjoying this series and can’t wait to start #5. Thank you Annie Cabot.
December 23, 2023
Enjoyed this book. It addressed many real life issues and the importance of family support.
January 19, 2024
Liked
Liked the story & of course the characters but I feel as though there were things that weren't explored & explained.
Liked the story & of course the characters but I feel as though there were things that weren't explored & explained.
February 27, 2024
I absolutely love this series. This book made me laugh and cry and reflect.
March 31, 2024
This was good.
May 25, 2024
Love this family. Can’t wait to read #5
July 28, 2024
The heart knows no secret
Five stars so encouraging to seek out problems and enjoy what you have love in all.stage of your life. And meet each challenges
Five stars so encouraging to seek out problems and enjoy what you have love in all.stage of your life. And meet each challenges
November 29, 2024
Christmas
Always enjoy the Captive crowd. A lovely read and enjoyed how the family is always there for each other. Always a lesson in Grace.
Always enjoy the Captive crowd. A lovely read and enjoyed how the family is always there for each other. Always a lesson in Grace.
January 15, 2025
A nice, easy read
A sweet story on Captiva is an opportunity to escape the cold weather at home. I’m enjoying getting to know the Wheeler family.
A sweet story on Captiva is an opportunity to escape the cold weather at home. I’m enjoying getting to know the Wheeler family.
April 9, 2025
Return to Captiva and enjoy the family. Heart warming and real life living. Always keeps you interested.
May 10, 2025
easy read and happy endings
This is a sweet series. Quick read. Happy endings for all. Great vacation read or a way to distract yourself!
This is a sweet series. Quick read. Happy endings for all. Great vacation read or a way to distract yourself!
May 23, 2025
What a nice feel good book. Love this family.
July 1, 2025
Easy ready fun series.
December 14, 2025
Excellent novel
If I could give this book four 6 stars I would have. This has been a throughly enjoyable and entertaining series.
If I could give this book four 6 stars I would have. This has been a throughly enjoyable and entertaining series.
August 11, 2024
This chapter of the Wheeler family was one of my favorites. This book makes you angry and then the next minute you are laughing and crying. Love this series.
July 5, 2024
I love reading books that are centered in Fl. I'm in St Petersburg, which is not too terribly far away from Captiva.
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