Frost to Bloom (The Turning Seasons #1)
Chris Ross
Under the sparkling lights of a New Year’s Eve gala in New York City, two strangers stand on opposite sides of the ballroom—each carrying quiet burdens and hearts ready for change.
Natalia Ferguson has built her life around the gentle order of her flower shop, Bloom and Blossom. Surrounded by beauty yet held back by fear, she hides her anxiety behind the comfort of routine. When her best friend persuades her to attend the city’s most dazzling gala, Natalia steps into a crimson dress she stitched herself—a dress meant to remind her that courage, like flowers, can bloom even in winter. But beneath the glittering chandeliers, she feels more invisible than ever.
Jake Bennett has spent years setting aside his own dreams to care for his teenage sister, Lily, whose illness has defined his every choice. Lily’s strength and optimism inspire him to live again, convincing him to attend the same gala in hopes he might remember who he once was. Yet amid the celebration, Jake still feels the pull of solitude—until a glimpse of a woman in red changes everything.
Their first connection is brief—a shared glance across the crowd—but it leaves an imprint neither can forget. Days later, fate brings Jake into Natalia’s flower shop, unknowingly uniting two souls who have both forgotten how to bloom.
As Jake brings color into Lily’s hospital room through Natalia’s flowers, a tender friendship begins to grow between the florist and the brother who has forgotten how to hope. Through shared moments of laughter, vulnerability, and courage, they discover that healing often begins in unexpected places—and that even the smallest acts of kindness can take root and flourish.
Together, Natalia and Jake must face their fears of loss, rejection, and change. Guided by Lily’s unwavering belief in love and second chances, they learn that sometimes the most beautiful beginnings rise from life’s coldest seasons.
From Frost to Bloom is a moving, slow-burn romance about rediscovering hope, embracing vulnerability, and allowing love to blossom when you least expect it. Perfect for fans of Nicholas Sparks, Josie Silver, and Emily Henry, this heartfelt story celebrates resilience, family, and the gentle strength it takes to start over.
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