The Special Guest

When her nephew fails to show up for a special holiday dinner, Miranda Simmonds has to act fast to save face in front of her neighbors.

So she asks a stranger to pose in his place.

A decision that comes with unexpected consequences.

A holiday tale with a dash of magic.


Dara Girard is the author of more than thirty novels and many short stories including “A Fortunate Mistake” and “The Perfect Christmas”