A Christmas Duet By Debbie Macomber

In Debbie Macomber's heartwarming holiday novel, Hailey Morgan is a woman whose passion for music has been overshadowed by life’s disappointments. Once dreaming of becoming a professional songwriter, she now works as an assistant high school band teacher in Portland, with little time for her own aspirations. As Christmas approaches, Hailey dreads the family gatherings filled with her mother’s prying questions about her stagnant love life.

Desperate for a break, Hailey accepts her friend’s offer to stay at an empty cabin in the quiet town of Podunk, Oregon, hoping for a peaceful solo retreat to rediscover herself. However, her arrival is anything but serene—she finds the cabin has been overrun by wild animals! Fortunately, Jay, a charming former musician and the son of the local store owner, comes to her rescue.

Jay’s easygoing nature and shared love of music quickly draw Hailey in, and soon the two are spending their days decorating a Christmas tree, sipping cocoa by the fire, and playing music together. Jay’s encouragement reignites Hailey’s confidence in her songwriting abilities, and she begins to believe in her dreams once more.

But just as her Christmas idyll blossoms, Hailey’s family drama and Jay’s own complications threaten to disrupt her newfound peace. In the midst of this holiday chaos, Hailey must navigate personal revelations, unexpected challenges, and a budding romance, all while learning to embrace the true meaning of Christmas and stand up for her own happiness.

This festive, cozy tale celebrates love, music, and second chances.