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It Happened on Dufferin Terrace!<\/h1>\n

\"chill<\/p>\n

Receiving the award is the protagonist, Serenity Layne.<\/p>\n

* applause*<\/p>\n

Thank you. I’m speechless. I’ve accepted many awards on behalf of Thacker, Price & Associates<\/em>, but none have thrilled me more than the Chill with a Book Readers’ Award<\/strong>. *nervous laugh*<\/p>\n

Not so long ago, this would have been routine. Not to belittle the firm, but it was me. Me, before I met Roger Scott, his delightful son, Adam, and their goofy dog, Tori.<\/p>\n

These incredible people opened my eyes to life, love and taking chances.<\/p>\n

Our initial meeting was unconventional. I mean, how many couples end up together because of one party getting knocked down by a dog? Roger was so remorseful, so gracious, how could a girl not be attracted to him? Did I mention he’s also attractive?<\/p>\n

I know. I’m babbling. It’s the excitement of the moment.<\/p>\n

Doesn’t the cover look wonderful with the award on it?
\n<\/em><\/p>\n

\"chill<\/p>\n

Here’s what my story is about.<\/p>\n

She\u2019s married to her job\u2026 He\u2019s a widowed father\u2026<\/em><\/h1>\n

Miracle on 34th Street meets Sleepless in Seattle\u2026<\/em><\/strong><\/h3>\n

Toronto business consultant, Serenity Layne, knew the only person she could depend on was herself. Busy with her career, she has no time for other pursuits and life\u2019s intangibles<\/p>\n

Widowed for three years, Roger Scott, a data security specialist in Quebec City, is a single parent to his ten-year-old son, Adam.<\/p>\n

On a day out on the Plains of Abraham with their black Labrador Retriever, Roger\u2019s cell phone rings incessantly. Adam has played matchmaker and put his father\u2019s profile on a number of online dating sites.<\/p>\n

The week before Christmas, Serenity is heading up a series of meetings after a six-month study of the Canadian retail chain, jonathans. After an unpleasant encounter with one of the store managers, she escapes from the boardroom of the Ch\u00e2teau Frontenac Hotel, only to be bowled over by Roger and Adam\u2019s dog.<\/p>\n

Guilty over the accident, Roger invites Serenity out for a drink by way of apology. Over the course of the week, and spending time together, feelings long dormant for Roger are re-awakened. At the same time, emotions foreign to Serenity fill her with contentment and happiness.<\/p>\n

Will the couple get their happily ever after?<\/p>\n

It Happened on Dufferin Terrace<\/strong><\/em> is available at these retailers.<\/p>\n

amazon<\/a><\/p>\n

Books a Million<\/a><\/p>\n

Barnes & Noble<\/a><\/p>\n

kobo<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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