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A year ago, Lydia became a widow at 38 when she lost her beloved husband to cancer, and despite the support of her friends and her teenage daughter, Holly, she’s had a hard time moving on from the loss. Angela Collins has what seems like the perfect life. But that all comes crumbling down when she returns home early one afternoon and discovers that her husband is having an affair. Struggling with grief and loss, both women head to Marigold Island, an idyllic small town with white-sand beaches and happy childhood memories.

In the space of a single afternoon, Charlotte Winters's seemingly ideal life falls apart. After being let go from her job at a publishing house, she discovers her boyfriend on a date with another woman. As she reels from their subsequent breakup, she receives the shocking news that her estranged Aunt Jean has passed away. Even more surprising? Charlotte has inherited her aunt's beach house in the small coastal town of Sea Breeze Cove, Massachusetts.

When the magazine that Margo Stoker works for downsizes and lays her off, it knocks her for a loop. She left her small hometown years ago, eager to explore the world and make a name for herself. But without a job to keep her busy, she decides to visit Evergreen Hollow for the first time in years—just in time for the holidays.

All her life, Caroline Stoker has been the sensible one. She dresses sensibly, acts sensibly, and she’s certainly never believed in fairy tales. Unlike her two younger sisters, who left Evergreen Hollow to spread their wings and explore new places, Caroline has spent her entire life in the small mountain town. She’s happy with her life and content with her choices… or so she thinks, until one holiday season, her world gets shaken up like a snow globe. It starts with a small accidental fire at the Mistletoe Inn, and her introduction to the town’s newest resident: Rhett Dawkins.

As the head of a thriving investment firm in St. Louis, Lacy Preston thinks she has it all… until her fast-paced life is disrupted by a single phone call. She's shocked to discover that her estranged grandfather has died and left her his sprawling old house in Snowy Pine Ridge, New Hampshire. As she works on renovating the old house to put it on the market, she gets to know the residents of the town, including local dogsledder Derek Morse, who almost runs her over with his sled the first time they meet.

For Caitlin Lewis, starting over after divorce is both exhilarating and terrifying. But it's easier with family and friends by her side.

Nora Stoker has her life all planned out. Her career as an event coordinator in Boston is on the rise, and she recently got engaged… but when her fiancé unceremoniously dumps her just before the holidays, she’s left reeling as her carefully laid plans come crumbling down. Hoping to clear her head, she decides to return to her hometown of Evergreen Hollow to spend Christmas with her family.

Marty Sims is thrilled to have her sister back home in Whale Harbor, and she's happy to see Darla and Rick's relationship flourishing. Still, seeing the two of them together makes Marty realize she's ready for that kind of connection in her own life. She knows she needs to get out of her comfort zone if she's going to find love, so she vows to keep her heart open to whatever comes her way—even when she finds out that her old crush, Wyatt Jameson, has returned to Whale Harbor.

A heartwarming holiday romance with small-town charm and Christmas cheer, perfect for enjoying by the fireside as you curl up under a cozy blanket.

As June rolls around, Alissa Lewis has never been happier. She and Dane are working together to turn The Outlet into a premier newspaper and magazine, and her debut novel is in bookstores around the country. She's eager to take part in the upcoming summer festival that's been the talk of the town. But the closer the festival gets, the more she notices Dane is acting strangely, prompting her to wonder if their relationship isn't as solid as she thought it was. Is there trouble in paradise, or is there some other reason for Dane's odd behavior? What secret is he hiding?

With Briggs' support, Charlotte is stepping into her new role as owner of The Book Nook, and she's thrilled to have enticed well-known author Marissa McGuire to come to the shop as part of her book tour. Unfortunately, Charlotte has no idea that Marissa has a hidden motive for spending time in Sea Breeze Cove—something that might not sit well with the rest of the residents. Sadie is determined to turn her dog walking business into something bigger, but she finds herself a bit distracted by a certain handsome vet.

In the aftermath of Bridget's deception and the boating accident, Charlotte and her friends are all contemplating what's most important to them in life. For Briggs, the answer is easy: Charlotte. But when he pops the big question, she gets cold feet, worried that his brush with death is making him rush into something he's not ready for. Can he convince her that he's ready to move on from the heartbreak of his past and take this next step with her?

Inspired by her love of reading, Charlotte has decided to try her hand at writing a book. She's excited about her new project, but balancing it between her work at the bookstore and spending time with Briggs proves to be a bit of a challenge. Can she find a way to juggle it all? Meanwhile, Elise is thrilled that Bridget has been able to take on more responsibility at the restaurant. She always encouraged her dad to delegate more, and now that she's taken her own advice, she has time to focus on other aspects of her life—like her friendship with Gabe.

Darla Sims left her hometown of Whale Harbor years ago to pursue a career as an artist in New York City. But after a disastrous art show that leaves her questioning everything, she receives even more devastating news: her beloved grandmother has passed away, and she needs to return home for the funeral. Going back to Whale Harbor wasn't in her plans, and from the moment Darla sets foot in the small coastal town where she grew up, her life is turned on its head.

With Thanksgiving right around the corner, Bridget has a lot to be grateful for. Elise has re-hired her at Firefly Bistro, and despite her earlier stumbles with love, she's formed a connection with local police officer Timothy Parsons. But just as she's starting to turn over a new leaf, her past collides with her present, threatening to destroy everything.

Nina Winters was a bit skeptical when Charlotte decided to move to the small town of Sea Breeze Cove and refurbish their aunt's old house. But with a fiancé who adores her and a business of her own, Charlotte is clearly flourishing.

Although she came to Sea Breeze Cove for business, Liz's reasons for staying in the cozy seaside town are far more personal. She just discovered that the daughter she gave up for adoption years ago is living Sea Breeze Cove.

Watching her sister Angela pursue her passion has inspired Brooke to follow her own dreams. For years, she’s harbored a secret fantasy of opening up a bakery of her own in Marigold, but maybe it doesn’t have to be just a fantasy. Although starting a new business is a daunting prospect and a lot of work, Brooke finally feels ready to take the leap. Guests at the inn have been raving about her pastries, and her family is behind her all the way, so now she just needs to find the startup capital.

The Beachside Inn is up and running, but that doesn’t mean the work is done. In fact, things are busier than ever! After months of preparation, Angela and Lydia are finally hosting their first guests - including Patrick, who needs a place to stay while he hunts for a new house. It’s a summer of changes and challenges, but with laughter, love, and faith, anything is possible.

A year ago, Lydia became a widow at 38 when she lost her beloved husband to cancer, and despite the support of her friends and her teenage daughter Holly, she’s had a hard time moving on from the loss. She feels stuck, uncertain of how to carry out her husband’s final wish that she do something that scares her. Angela Collins has what seems like the perfect life - a beautiful little boy, a loving husband, and a good career. But that all comes crumbling down.