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Christmas in Serenity Point #1
A Candle in the Window
Welcome to Christmas in Serenity Point, Idaho.
Jocelyn Wright has celebrated most of her adult Christmases with only her son and her aunt. The traumatic event that took her parents fractured their family and led to both her siblings fleeing Serenity Point. As Christmas approaches once more, she throws herself into the preparations, all the while hoping and praying that her siblings might one day find their way back home.
After losing his job, Darius Clarke decides to spend the holiday season with his sister in Serenity Point. She’s going through a loss of her own as her long-term boyfriend has left her and their son. It promises to be a dreary holiday season, but that doesn’t matter to Darius, as it’s not a holiday he’s ever really celebrated.
Darius didn’t count on meeting his sister’s friend, who is determined to make the holiday season special for everyone. After he agrees to use his artistic talent to paint the backdrops for the children’s Christmas program that Jocelyn is in charge of, Darius finds himself spending more and more time with her.
Jocelyn is drawn to Darius because he’s very much the type of man she’s always been attracted to, but she knows that he’s just in Serenity Point for the holiday season. Once the new year arrives, he’ll be on his way. Still, she wants to share the joy of Jesus’s birth with him, helping him to find hope in his heart to heal the wounds of his childhood.
Sharing so much of herself with someone whose future isn’t in Serenity Point is a sure path to heartache, but Jocelyn can’t seem to stop herself from falling in love with Darius. This might be another Christmas where she kept the candles in the window for her siblings, but perhaps this Christmas would still be filled with hope and joy.
Though Darius has never given much thought to getting married or having a family, since meeting Jocelyn, he’s come to reconsider all kinds of things. But can he take the risk on fully embracing any of it? Could things really be different for him?
Could this Christmas be the one that finally touches his heart?
Jocelyn Wright has celebrated most of her adult Christmases with only her son and her aunt. The traumatic event that took her parents fractured their family and led to both her siblings fleeing Serenity Point. As Christmas approaches once more, she throws herself into the preparations, all the while hoping and praying that her siblings might one day find their way back home.
After losing his job, Darius Clarke decides to spend the holiday season with his sister in Serenity Point. She’s going through a loss of her own as her long-term boyfriend has left her and their son. It promises to be a dreary holiday season, but that doesn’t matter to Darius, as it’s not a holiday he’s ever really celebrated.
Darius didn’t count on meeting his sister’s friend, who is determined to make the holiday season special for everyone. After he agrees to use his artistic talent to paint the backdrops for the children’s Christmas program that Jocelyn is in charge of, Darius finds himself spending more and more time with her.
Jocelyn is drawn to Darius because he’s very much the type of man she’s always been attracted to, but she knows that he’s just in Serenity Point for the holiday season. Once the new year arrives, he’ll be on his way. Still, she wants to share the joy of Jesus’s birth with him, helping him to find hope in his heart to heal the wounds of his childhood.
Sharing so much of herself with someone whose future isn’t in Serenity Point is a sure path to heartache, but Jocelyn can’t seem to stop herself from falling in love with Darius. This might be another Christmas where she kept the candles in the window for her siblings, but perhaps this Christmas would still be filled with hope and joy.
Though Darius has never given much thought to getting married or having a family, since meeting Jocelyn, he’s come to reconsider all kinds of things. But can he take the risk on fully embracing any of it? Could things really be different for him?
Could this Christmas be the one that finally touches his heart?
291 pages, Kindle Edition
Published November 28, 2022
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December 21, 2022
Inspiring
I enjoyed "A Candle in the Window". Joclene is such a great mom and her patience is so incredible. Darius is described in such a way that I can just see him. Definitely a bad boy image ;). Their personalities mesh so well. I love how much Darius grows . I'm looking forward to the following stories to see this to the end.
I do wish it had more of an ending but realize she is making this a trilogy as she has other years in her Christmas theme way.
I enjoyed "A Candle in the Window". Joclene is such a great mom and her patience is so incredible. Darius is described in such a way that I can just see him. Definitely a bad boy image ;). Their personalities mesh so well. I love how much Darius grows . I'm looking forward to the following stories to see this to the end.
I do wish it had more of an ending but realize she is making this a trilogy as she has other years in her Christmas theme way.
January 3, 2023
Jocelyn and Darius
Who would have thought that Rebecca’s bad boy brother, Darius would be moving in with her and her son, Aaron. Different as night and day now, they still loved each other much and she was still praying their other siblings would change. Then their sweet sweet Jocelyn that had befriended Rebecca at church and school with her son Colby. Let the reading begin now. No you won’t put it down. Enjoy.
Who would have thought that Rebecca’s bad boy brother, Darius would be moving in with her and her son, Aaron. Different as night and day now, they still loved each other much and she was still praying their other siblings would change. Then their sweet sweet Jocelyn that had befriended Rebecca at church and school with her son Colby. Let the reading begin now. No you won’t put it down. Enjoy.
January 14, 2023
I have enjoyed all of this author’s books that I have read. I especially liked to read any of the series she has written and enjoyed reading about the people mentioned in the other books. Unfortunately, this book didn’t grab my attention as her other books have because it felt like there wasn’t really a story line. I have given it four stars because it was well written and the gospel was well presented but not much happened.
June 15, 2025
Really enjoyable sweet romance
The cover and title of this book grabbed my attention 1st- though it isn't my usual choice of genre (Suspense).
The characters were compelling and their life experiences and "baggage" very believable.
Really like the Faith message shared throughout. The contrast between dry legalistic religion and a real relationship with a Loving Forgiving Father God was realistically expressed.
The cover and title of this book grabbed my attention 1st- though it isn't my usual choice of genre (Suspense).
The characters were compelling and their life experiences and "baggage" very believable.
Really like the Faith message shared throughout. The contrast between dry legalistic religion and a real relationship with a Loving Forgiving Father God was realistically expressed.
December 2, 2022
Christmas Stories
I've never made it a point of reading specifically Christmas stories during the Christmas season, last year's 3 Kings series started me and this year I'm looking forward to the next two Serenity Point books.
I enjoyed Darius' bad boy look and the hurts he, Jocelyn and Rebecca have overcome.
I've never made it a point of reading specifically Christmas stories during the Christmas season, last year's 3 Kings series started me and this year I'm looking forward to the next two Serenity Point books.
I enjoyed Darius' bad boy look and the hurts he, Jocelyn and Rebecca have overcome.
December 13, 2022
Kimberly Rae Jordan doesn't disappoint. She weaves a lovely story featuring two single moms, Rebecca and Jocelyn and their boys who have become best friends. Then Rebecca's "bad boy" brother comes to visit. He is kind and thoughtful under his initially gruff exterior. Just the kind of man Jocelyn was attracted to. If only he was staying in town...
December 20, 2022
Excellent Book!
This book is so refreshing and heartwarming. You have Darius who has a dislike for the Christmas season due to his upbringing. Rebecca, his sister, has overcome their past and hopes for the same for Darius. There are other characters in this book that have problems they are working through. It is a very interesting and inspiring story. Good job Kimberly.
This book is so refreshing and heartwarming. You have Darius who has a dislike for the Christmas season due to his upbringing. Rebecca, his sister, has overcome their past and hopes for the same for Darius. There are other characters in this book that have problems they are working through. It is a very interesting and inspiring story. Good job Kimberly.
December 5, 2022
Another start to an endearing series
Jocelyn & Darius have a bright future ahead, will it all work out? Will Zoe & Chip ever find their way home? Does Rebecca find her true love? Is Carla's relationship with Devon really over? Anxious to find out what happens in Serenity Point!
Jocelyn & Darius have a bright future ahead, will it all work out? Will Zoe & Chip ever find their way home? Does Rebecca find her true love? Is Carla's relationship with Devon really over? Anxious to find out what happens in Serenity Point!
December 6, 2022
new Christmas series
I so enjoyed this book. I felt a lot of Christmas joy reading. This author never disappoints. I remember last year’s Christmas series and how I enjoyed that too. Can’t wait for the next book.
I so enjoyed this book. I felt a lot of Christmas joy reading. This author never disappoints. I remember last year’s Christmas series and how I enjoyed that too. Can’t wait for the next book.
December 7, 2022
seeing things in a different light
This is, in my opinion, the perfect Christmas story! I love when people see Jesus for who He really is and also how He loves, through each of us. i can't wait till the next story!!! Very well done!
This is, in my opinion, the perfect Christmas story! I love when people see Jesus for who He really is and also how He loves, through each of us. i can't wait till the next story!!! Very well done!
January 2, 2023
Wonderfully enchanting book
I loved "A Candle in the Window." Who is the perfect mixer excitement, Christmas wonder, and Love. This was the 1st book I've ever read by Kimberly Rae Jordan, but I will be following her and beating her novels in the future!
I loved "A Candle in the Window." Who is the perfect mixer excitement, Christmas wonder, and Love. This was the 1st book I've ever read by Kimberly Rae Jordan, but I will be following her and beating her novels in the future!
January 4, 2023
A great Christmas book!
I have enjoyed all of Kimberly Ray Jordan’s books. I think that I have almost all of them on my Kindle app. A Candle in the Window is another winner of a book and a great start of the 3 book series!
I have enjoyed all of Kimberly Ray Jordan’s books. I think that I have almost all of them on my Kindle app. A Candle in the Window is another winner of a book and a great start of the 3 book series!
January 6, 2023
A fan
What a wonderful contemporary romance. This story deals with the characters past tragedies and how they are able to move forwards. Readers are able to relate to this story. The characters are very likable and family oriented. I highly recommend this book.
What a wonderful contemporary romance. This story deals with the characters past tragedies and how they are able to move forwards. Readers are able to relate to this story. The characters are very likable and family oriented. I highly recommend this book.
January 28, 2023
Review of A Candle in the Window
I loved this book. It's nice to see what it does for people when they realize that we have a loving Heavenly Father who sent His only begotten Son to be our Savior.
I loved this book. It's nice to see what it does for people when they realize that we have a loving Heavenly Father who sent His only begotten Son to be our Savior.
December 18, 2025
A very enjoyable wintery day read for me. Jordan develops believable characters in totally imaginable situations. I really like the way characters from her other books show up as minor players in the current story. Better than a Halmark movie for me!
December 27, 2025
Great Christmas story
A trio of troubled adults, with traumatic backgrounds are learning to enjoy Christmas & the reason to celebrate.
Two siblings grew us with serious harshness from their parents. One began learning about faith earlier than the other.
Great story
A trio of troubled adults, with traumatic backgrounds are learning to enjoy Christmas & the reason to celebrate.
Two siblings grew us with serious harshness from their parents. One began learning about faith earlier than the other.
Great story
December 3, 2022
Great read
December 4, 2022
Worth reading!
Anyt
hing by this author is worth reading. I find her characters multi dimensional and believable. Once again she didn't disappoint.
Anyt
hing by this author is worth reading. I find her characters multi dimensional and believable. Once again she didn't disappoint.
December 14, 2022
Great book
December 18, 2022
MERELY CHRISTMAS
So many broken people who are finding that there could be healing. What a wonderful story about how the Christmas season can heal.
So many broken people who are finding that there could be healing. What a wonderful story about how the Christmas season can heal.
December 23, 2022
Great read
Just loved how Darius found the love of God at that special time of year and how it bought everyone together as a family and new friends.
Just loved how Darius found the love of God at that special time of year and how it bought everyone together as a family and new friends.
December 26, 2022
Hallmark movie in book form
This is a truly heartwarming, feel-good book. It is a love story, but one that keeps God at its center.
This is a truly heartwarming, feel-good book. It is a love story, but one that keeps God at its center.
December 28, 2022
Gods Faithfulness overcomes our weakness
Great to see Gods steady good working through and overcoming man’s faults.
Prayer and patience bringing God’s Grace to life
Great to see Gods steady good working through and overcoming man’s faults.
Prayer and patience bringing God’s Grace to life
January 15, 2023
Boring
Too many long boring thoughts and conversations. A major plot problem. Very disappointing. I won't be reading any more in this series.
Too many long boring thoughts and conversations. A major plot problem. Very disappointing. I won't be reading any more in this series.
February 19, 2023
Candle in the Window by Kimberly Rae Jordan
A very good book about the ups and downs around the Christmas Season. Friends and friendships continue to get better.
A very good book about the ups and downs around the Christmas Season. Friends and friendships continue to get better.
May 3, 2023
great read
I loved how they wove the two families together but I want to get to know the families more! I love a healthy Christian romance.
I loved how they wove the two families together but I want to get to know the families more! I love a healthy Christian romance.
September 18, 2023
Great book!
Loved this Christian romance!!! Wonderful message of forgiveness and finding love again during difficult times. Can't wait to read other books in series
Loved this Christian romance!!! Wonderful message of forgiveness and finding love again during difficult times. Can't wait to read other books in series
September 22, 2023
Quite a nice story, I enjoyed it.
December 4, 2022
I enjoyed this book. The characters have come from difficult backgrounds, but there isn't a lot of angst - just thoughtful character growth and development. It was a relaxing Christmas read, and I look forward to the next one!
January 17, 2023
A simple story with lots of ordinary everyday situations. The characters are lovable and even though they have gone through traumatic childhoods, the writer tries to focus on how to live in the present.
The language is very simple and for me the book is primarily a fun way to learn English.
The language is very simple and for me the book is primarily a fun way to learn English.
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