The Christmas Room [Paperback]

From theNew York Timesbestselling author of the Mystic Creek series comes a standalone contemporary romance novel full of homespun holiday cheer--now in mass market!

Maddie McLendon hasn't had a new relationship since the loss of her beloved husband two years ago. Broken by grief and desperate for a new start, Maddie moves to Bitterroot Valley, Montana, with her adult son and her grandson. But despite the natural beauty of her new town, not every change in her life is a welcome one. Maddie's new next-door neighbor, Sam Conacher, used to be a pillar of the community, but he has driven old friends and new acquaintances away due to a recent heartbreak of his own. He seems to intrude on her life at every turn.

As Christmas draws closer, Sam's and Maddie's grown children begin to fall in love, but Maddie and Sam's interactions are punctuated by an increasingly bitter attitude. Under unexpected circumstances, the other townsfolk of Bitterroot Valley band together to show both Maddie and Sam that moving past their grief is possible, and burdens are lightened when you have someone else to depend on.Praise forThe Christmas Room

“Catherine Anderson doesn’t shy away from characters who face life’s toughest challenges–but she also gifts readers with a romantic tale that celebrates the hope and resilience of the human spirit.”—#1New York Timesbestselling author Susan Wiggs

“Catherine Anderson writes with great emotional depth and understanding of complex relationships and family dynamics.The Christmas Roomis yet another compelling example of that. Happy holiday reading!”—Sherryl Woods, #1New York Timesbestselling author ofLilac Lane

“Catherine Anderson weaves beautiful stories overflowing with emotion and heart.The Christmas Roomis an absolute keeper, destined to be read again and again.”—New York Timl³