She trusted him with her heart once. This Christmas, God may ask her to risk it again. Veterinarian Chelsea Hutchinson once believed she’d have a family of her own. But three years ago, Parker Springer shattered that dream when he chose a high-powered career over a future with her. Now Chelsea pours her energy into the Hutchinson Animal Clinic in the small city of Standing Hope, Texas, determined to guard her heart—and her faith... moreShe trusted him with her heart once. This Christmas, God may ask her to risk it again. Veterinarian Chelsea Hutchinson once believed she’d have a family of her own. But three years ago, Parker Springer shattered that dream when he chose a high-powered career over a future with her. Now Chelsea pours her energy into the Hutchinson Animal Clinic in the small city of Standing Hope, Texas, determined to guard her heart—and her faith. So when Parker returns to town just weeks before Christmas, claiming he’s there to spend the holidays with his brother, Chelsea is anything but welcoming. Avoiding him should be easy…except his brother lives just two blocks from her clinic. Parker knows he made the worst mistake of his life. He’s repented, changed his priorities, and come home hoping—praying—for a second chance. But earning Chelsea’s forgiveness won’t be easy, especially when he must also face her father, Dr. Bruce Hutchinson, the man who once trusted him like a son. When cruel rumors begin circulating about the clinic—calling into question the competence and integrity of both Hutchinson veterinarians—Parker steps in to help uncover the truth. As tensions rise and the rumors turn dangerous, Chelsea reluctantly agrees to work alongside the man who broke her heart. Together, they begin investigating a rival veterinarian with a grudge and a history of stealing clients. As snow falls and Christmas approaches, old feelings resurface—and so do old wounds. Chelsea prays for the grace to forgive and wonders if God could truly be leading her back to Parker. But just when she begins to hope again, she witnesses something that reopens every scar she’s tried to heal. This Christmas may be the worst of her life…. Or it may be the season God uses to restore what was lost. ________________________________________. A heartwarming Christian Christmas romance with a touch of mystery, Christmas Hope Springing is the first book in Emily Josephine’s new holiday series, "Standing Hope Christmas. " Perfect for readers who love small-town settings, faith-filled second chances, clean romance, and stories that celebrate forgiveness, redemption, and God’s quiet work in the human heart. less
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