Decemberās book club pick āChristmas Eve at Friday Harborā by Lisa Kleypas. -The Story- The story is set in San Juan Island, off the Washington coast, and centers on long-time residents, the Nolan family. There are three brothers, Mark, Sam and Alex, and one sister, Victoria. The story starts with Victoria being killed in an auto accident and Mark being left custody of Victoriaās six-year-old daughter, Holly. Mark and Holly move into Samās run-down house on a vineyard, and the two men try to make the most of their new lives. But six months into their guardianship and Holly still hasnāt spoken a word since her motherās death. That changes when Mark and Holly meet Maggie Collins. Maggie was widowed two years ago, and moved to the island six months ago to open a classic toy-shop. -Characters- Maggie Collins ā Maggie comes from a big lovable family, has a big heart, is crafty, and is a widow. Mark Nolan ā Mark is the olde...
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