My Only Christmas Wish. J.M. Jeffries

      

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      ’Tis the season for passion

      All Darcy Bennett wants for Christmas is for her family’s upscale Atlanta department store to stay in the family. No man, especially a stubborn—and deliciously sexy—Scrooge is going to edge her out without a fight. Bent on vengeance, new store owner Eli Austin has no problem using power to get his way. But is Darcy’s feminine charm and a dash of holiday cheer enough to convince Eli to let her keep her legacy?

      In a world full of mergers and takeovers, Eli does what it takes to stay in control. However, he doesn’t count on the irresistible urge to unwrap Darcy like a holiday surprise. And he definitely isn’t prepared to compromise with a woman whose family destroyed his own. With the magic of Christmas surrounding them, will Darcy and Eli be able to put aside their differences and realize that love is the only gift worth wishing for?

      She started to turn, and he laid a hand on her arm. She glanced up at him as his arm slipped around her and he kissed her.

      Sensation exploded inside her, and she felt a rush of heat. Her brain had gone into total meltdown. For a second she was confused, but she felt her arms slip around his broad shoulders to pull him closer.

      Dear God, he was addictive. His lips moved over hers slowly, as if he were savoring her feel. Her entire body was on fire. She heard him moan—or maybe it was her. In her passion-fogged brain, she wasn’t sure.

      “Darcy.”

      The way he whispered her name against her lips made her want more. “Yes.”

      His lips stopped. And for a brief second she was suspended on a cloud of desire for him that was so totally unexpected she didn’t know what to think.

      Then he pulled away. Her eyes fluttered open, and she saw the look of utter shock on his face. He stepped back. His mouth moved. “Forgive me,” he said, then walked away from her, leaving her openmouthed and confounded.

       About the Author

      J. M. JEFFRIES is the collaboration between two women who are lifelong romance-aholics. Jacqueline Hamilton grew up believing that life should always have a happy ending. Being a military brat, she has lived in some of the most romantic places in the world. An almost-lawyer, Jackie decided to chuck it all, live her dream and become a writer. Miriam Pace grew up believing in fairy tales and happy endings. With her Prince Charming, she had two amazing children and is now reading fairy tales to her grandchildren.

      My Only Christmas Wish

      J. M. Jeffries

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      Dear Reader,

      Too often we forget, during the hustle and bustle of Christmas, what a special time of the year it is, with the music, the special lights, the window displays in the stores and the special reverence we all have for the spiritual aspect. Christmas brings people together.

      I hope you enjoy Darcy and Eli’s special Christmas. They are two people who experience the magic in very different ways. Darcy sees Christmas as an opportunity to help others. Eli sees it as just another obligation. Please join Darcy as she brings Christmas to life for him and they discover that love is the greatest gift of all.

      Much love,

      Jackie and Miriam

      J. M. Jeffries

      To our readers.

      Thank you for your kind words and your support.

      * * *

      Jacqueline:

      To my mom, Ingrid:

      You always know the right things to say

      when I need a kick in the pants or a hug.

      To Miriam:

      You always know how to talk me down from the ledge.

      To Dyann:

      You’ve become a great friend. Thank you.

      Miriam:

      To my husband, Parker:

      The four years you’ve been gone have been

      the longest years of my life. I miss you so much.

      To my son, Jeff:

      What a wonderful man you are.

      Thank you for choosing Erin. I love you both.

      To my daughter, Miriam:

      Thank you for being a terrific daughter

      and for bringing Peter and your two darling children into my life. I love you all.

      To Jackie:

      You’re amazing. Thank you.

      To Dyann:

      You help keep me sane at times.

      Contents

       Chapter 1

       Chapter 2

       Chapter 3

       Chapter 4

       Chapter 5

       Chapter 6

       Chapter 7

       Chapter 8

       Chapter 9

       Chapter 10

       Chapter 11

       Chapter 12

       Chapter 13