Thomas Kinkade's Cape Light: A Christmas Secret (A Cape Light Novel)

Author: Spencer, Katherine

Color: Teal/Turquoise green

Number Of Pages: 336

Details:

The Christmas season brings the promise of new beginnings in this next novel by the New York Times bestselling author of the Angel Island series. Before Christmas comes.... Martin Nightingale was no stranger to Cape Light. He spent many happy summers there as a boy. Now, he's returned to fulfill the unusual terms of his grandfather's will. In order to collect his inheritance, Martin must spread joy throughout the town with anonymous gifts. A shy man who doesn't make friends easily, Martin is stumped by the role of Secret Santa. But a pretty police officer, Louisa Tully shows him that, "A stranger is just a friend you haven't met yet." One Christmas, long ago... Martin's grandfather, Walter was a toy-making genius, but a terrible businessman. The Christmas of 1955 seemed the last for Nightingale's Magical Toy Shop. Until miracles arrived, along with a stray dog named, Otis. But, as Martin discovers, his grandfather's greatest legacy is a priceless lesson about giving from the heart.

Reviews:

Praise for the Cape Light series

“[This] modern fairy tale reflects the pastel-tinted idealism of Kinkade’s paintings.”

— Publishers Weekly

“You can't help but fall in love with the character in the series.”—Splashes of Joy

About the Author:

Katherine Spencer was a fiction editor before turning to a full-time career as a writer. The author of more than thirty books, she also writes the Angel Island series, as well as the Black Sheep Knitting Mysteries under her real name, Anne Canadeo. She lives with her husband and daughter in a small village on the Long Island Sound. Outside of her office, she is active in many community charity projects. Excerpt. © Reprinted by permission. All rights reserved. Chapter One   Thanksgiving Day, Thursday, November 22, 2018   Martin heard the siren coming up behind his car well before he saw the flashing lights. He was rounding a curve on the Beach Road, looking for the turn to the old house where his grandparents had once lived, the house that would soon be his. Right after the orchard, he recalled. Had he missed it? Maybe the orchard wasn't there anymore; he hadn't thought of that.   The scenery was distracting: woodsy stretches that opened to sweeping salt meadows, golden waves of tall, reedy grass that shimmered in the fading light of the November day.   He hadn't been to this place in over ten years-not for a real visit-and he recognized the views like old photographs discovered in the bottom of a drawer.   He had set the GPS on his phone for the route into town, but the cell service was iffy here and the signal kept drifting. Now he was lost and wondered if he should turn around.   The siren drew closer, commanding his full attention, and a police car filled the rearview mirror. He pulled over to let it pass, but instead of flying by, the cruiser slowed and then parked behind Martin's SUV, the red light on top still flashing.   "Was I speeding, Milo? I don't think so." Martin turned to his traveling companion, who sat in the back seat.   The shaggy border collie mix leaned forward and nudged Martin's shoulder with his nose. The dog was pleased about the stop and eager to stretch his legs. The drive from Boston to Cape Light was at least two hours, and Martin could tell poor Milo was losing his patience.   "We'll be there soon, buddy. Let's see what this policeman has to say." It was almost dark out now and Martin watched the silhouette approach, backlit by the cruiser's bright headlights.   Milo stood up and wagged his tail. Martin glanced at him. "Let me do the talking, okay?"   The officer tapped on the window, and Martin quickly rolled it down. "License and registration, please."   "Sure . . . no problem." Martin looked up into a pair of startling blue eyes. A woman's eyes. He tried but couldn't hide his surprise.   He had a feeling she was amused by his response, though her stern expression did not alter. "Your license, sir?" she rep...

EAN: 9780451489197

Release Date: 23-10-2018

Languages: English

Item Condition: New

Binding: Hardcover