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Mission: Merry Christmas: A Christmas Novella Kindle Edition

4.3 out of 5 stars (392)

Sports therapist Avery Troupe just got some bad news that’s left her jobless and homeless just weeks before Christmas. Taking a temporary assignment with an athlete who's hiding away in the Caribbean for the holidays who has fired his last four aids might be just the answer to her problems. Sunshine, sandy beaches, and crystal blue water sounds like the perfect way to spend the holiday this year.

Drew Laskin is secretly on the mend in his island home following an injury doing something forbidden in his contract. The only thing worse than the pain is the guilt he’s feeling at having to cancel taking his nephew to see snow for the first time this Christmas.

Promising to keep Drew's secret, Avery gets the bah-humbugging baseball star focused on an aggressive three-week plan to get him ready for training. By New Year's they won't ever have to set eyes on each other again. Only there's an unexpected blizzard of Christmas magic about to change everything.

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MISSION: Merry Christmas is a heartwarming Christmas story about a sports therapist assigned to a problematic pro ball player over the holidays.

Product details

  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B0B61BF11N
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Crossroads Publishing House
  • Accessibility ‏ : ‎ Learn more
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ September 6, 2022
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 2.8 MB
  • Screen Reader ‏ : ‎ Supported
  • Enhanced typesetting ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • X-Ray ‏ : ‎ Not Enabled
  • Word Wise ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 96 pages
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1948320054
  • Page Flip ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Best Sellers Rank: #390,228 in Kindle Store (See Top 100 in Kindle Store)
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.3 out of 5 stars (392)

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Nancy Naigle
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USA TODAY and ECPA bestselling author Nancy Naigle writes uplifting small-town women’s fiction and sweet romance filled with heart, hope, and second chances. Her feel-good stories celebrate faith, family, friendship, and close-knit communities where love grows quietly and healing begins.

Nancy’s breakout novel The Shell Collector debuted in the Top 20 on the ECPA Bestseller list and was adapted as a Fox Original Movie. Several of her books have inspired beloved made-for-television films, including Hallmark favorites known for wholesome romance, emotional depth, and small-town charm.

A former Senior Vice President at Bank of America, Nancy now writes full-time from small-town Virginia, drawing inspiration from front porches, lifelong friendships, and the simple moments that make a place feel like home. Her books are perfect for readers who love clean romance, heartfelt women’s fiction, and faith-forward stories that leave you smiling long after the last page.

If you’re looking for cozy, hope-filled reads with relatable characters and meaningful connections, welcome to Nancy Naigle’s story worlds.

Customer reviews

4.3 out of 5 stars
392 global ratings

Customers say

Customers find this holiday novella to be a delightful read, with one describing it as a perfect curl-up-by-the-fireplace book. The story is heartwarming and romantic, with one customer noting it's a super fun holiday romance. Customers appreciate the character development and find the book joyful and heartwarming.
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16 customers mention readability, 16 positive, 0 negative
Customers find the book delightful and a good holiday read, with one describing it as a perfect curl-up-by-the-fireplace experience.
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Fun quick read. Lose a job, no problem. Help your sister out, even better....Read more
"Mission: Merry Christmas" by Nancy Naigle was a sweet Christmas read....Read more
Wonderful book and so easy to understand characters that are so great with one another!! I could not put this book down until I completed it!!Read more
16 customers mention story, 16 positive, 0 negative
Customers enjoy this holiday novella, describing it as a delightful and fun read.
Loved this story. I wish it would have been a whole book instead of just a novella. It was very engaging and I didn’t want it to end....Read more
I absolutely loved this story. When the main character loses her job she ends up taking a job from her sister to hide and decide what to do....Read more
Cute, clean story. Nice to see the character development. I liked the 'star' and kid interactions....Read more
Loved everything about this story. A real feel good Christmas story. Only thing, I didn't want the story to end.Read more
8 customers mention romance, 8 positive, 0 negative
Customers enjoy the romance in the book, finding it sweet and delightful, with one customer specifically mentioning the charming character of Nico.
Sweet, simple storyRead more
...This book had laughs, tears, happiness, romance! It was great!Read more
Wildly wonderful and romantic Christmas story with a lot of heart. Absolutely deliightful.Read more
...It has all the charm, humor and love she is known for. For readers that have not read her books, this is a perfect example to begin with.Read more
7 customers mention emotional, 7 positive, 0 negative
Customers find the book heartwarming and joyful, with one mentioning it gets them in the holiday spirit.
This novella by Nancy Naigle left me smiling and made my heart feel full of Christmas joy....Read more
...This book had laughs, tears, happiness, romance! It was great!Read more
It made me smile and I highly recommended it to everyoneRead more
...Soon turns around. It s not very long, so makes a joyful and quick read .so enjoy.Read more
6 customers mention character development, 6 positive, 0 negative
Customers appreciate the character development in the book.
...The characters were so much fun and I loved the lizard and Nico's gift. A must read novella for the holidays! Mary C.Read more
...Made me smile for most of the book. Could relate to the main characters.Read more
Cute, clean story. Nice to see the character development. I liked the 'star' and kid interactions....Read more
...So much love and caring between the characters! I was sorry for the book to end! Maybe a sequel to continue the story!Read more
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A must read this season...
This was just too short for me. I love Naigles books so much I was left wanting me. I am so excited she wrote another Christmas book. You are going to love this magic read. You will be ready for the holiday season after reading this fast read. 5 stars and I highly recommend it.
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Top reviews from the United States

  • Reviewed in the United States on September 24, 2022
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    This is a charming Christmas novella that will get you in the spirit. Who would have thought there could be snow and cold weather in the Caribbean. Avery is a sports therapist that just lost her job and apartment right before Christmas. She decides to help out her sister for three weeks with an injured athlete. Bright sunshine, blue waters, an grumpy athlete and an adorable little boy make for a heartwarming story.
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  • Reviewed in the United States on January 1, 2023
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    Cute, clean story. Nice to see the character development. I liked the 'star' and kid interactions. The two leads showed initiative and no small amount of creativity at the end. I liked their ideas.
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  • Reviewed in the United States on October 9, 2025
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    "Mission: Merry Christmas" by Nancy Naigle was a sweet Christmas read. Avery recently got fired from her job and doesn't want to let her parents know just yet. Drew, an injured baseball player, has gone through some physical therapists because of his poor attitude, but Avery is determined to get him in the shape he needs to be in before the season starts. She also wants to get him in the Christmas spirit because she absolutely loves the Christmas season, and so does Drew's nephew, Nico. I have two absolute favorite scenes, and they were when she went outside and saw the scenery, and when Drew and Nico built the fort. Nancy does such a wonderful job describing things, and I felt like I was right there with Avery and looking at the view.
  • Reviewed in the United States on December 5, 2022
    Format: KindleVerified Purchase
    I enjoyed Mission: Merry Christmas: A Christmas Novella. Strong female sports therapist who developed a perfect program for athletes is wronged by her boss. She doesn't want to tell her folks quite yet so she helps her sister out by taking a job with a grumpy and injured guy who's gone through too many helpers. She travels to an island destination and ends up having a wonderful experience. Love the sweet nephew Nico! Fans of romantic comedies will enjoy Mission: Merry Christmas.
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  • Reviewed in the United States on August 19, 2024
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    Loved this story. I wish it would have been a whole book instead of just a novella. It was very engaging and I didn’t want it to end. I really wanted to know more about the characters and what happens next!
  • Reviewed in the United States on December 16, 2025
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    I like a book that makes you want to stay up all night reading. This was that kind of book. It left me wanting more, and maybe a little more drama. But overall a good read.
  • Reviewed in the United States on November 27, 2025
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    Nancy wrote an amazing book. It was how a lady worked for a sports agency and brought them to the top doing therapy. The boss let her go, and he got the benefits from her hard work. Well, her sister got her a job on this island with this ball player, and they hit it off after a bit. A great bo9k to get to read and see how it ends,
  • Reviewed in the United States on November 23, 2025
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    This is a sweet, quick read that was delightful, fun and swoony. I liked the storyline and the characters. Perfect holiday read.

Top reviews from other countries

  • Samantha Roy
    5.0 out of 5 stars Cute little read
    Reviewed in Canada on December 17, 2022
    Format: KindleVerified Purchase
    This was a very cute little read to get into the holiday spirit, I really love Nico he was thw best. Avery and Drew are just to cute together.

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