<div dir=auto><strong>From Sue Pethick acclaimed author of <em>Pet Friendly </em>and <em>Boomer&rsquo;s Bucket List</em> comes a heartwarming story sure to take the chill out of the holiday season&hellip;<br /></strong><br /> Renee Richardson&rsquo;s list of Christmas wishes includes: a few&nbsp;more clients at her hair salon a few<em> less</em> unsuitable dates set up by her father and some new friends for her troubled young son Kieran. Little does she know that Kieran has already made a pal in their new town . . . a scrappy little dog named Max who he found in the woods.<br /><br /> When Max gets caught in a snare Kieran and his grandfather rescue the pup and the whole family begins to bond with their four-legged guest. The holidays draw closer and more chaotic and Renee has her hands full especially when Max&rsquo;s owner turns up to claim him. Travis Diehl is the first man to intrigue her since her divorce&mdash;though she&rsquo;s facing stiff competition in a local bombshell who also happens to be Renee&rsquo;s most important client. But as a white Christmas becomes a bona fide blizzard Kieran Renee and Max may all gain the gift they&rsquo;ve been longing for&mdash;loyal companionship and a lifetime of love . . .<br /> <br /> <strong>A Rave For Sue Pethick&rsquo;s <em>Pet Friendly</em></strong><br /> <strong></strong><br /> <strong>&ldquo;Quirky and endearing . . . especially when factoring in the hilarious antics of a certain four-legged character. The brewing romance tempers the humor with heart. The plot . . . delights. This is a light heartwarming read perfect for a wintry afternoon at home or a sunny beach vacation.&rdquo;</strong><br /> <strong>&mdash;<em>RT Book Reviews</em> 4 Stars&nbsp;</strong></div>