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The Unexpected Gift (The Unexpected series) Kindle Edition

by DL Gallie (Author), Karen Hrdlicka (Editor) Format: Kindle Edition
4.1 out of 5 stars 33 ratings

Could an unexpected gift change your life?

I hate Christmas.

I’m known as the Grinch amongst my friends and co-workers, but most don’t know why. Christmas ruins lives or at least mine.

When the annual Christmas toy drive brings in a new member, something, well someone, crashes into me and I offer to help in a more hands-on way. Shocking everyone.

Why?

Marlee Adams.

There’s something about her. She defrosts my frozen heart and life and Christmas become less bleak. It might be her never-ending legs and what they lead to, or it could her generous heart and infectious smile.

Marlee is my unexpected gift and exactly what I need to remember all the things good about this holiday...I just didn’t know it yet.


When it come to love, expect the unexpected.


**this was previously released as December, book 12 in the Calendar Men series. It has been extended from its original release with a new title. The cover is pretty much the same but a little different**

The Unexpected series reading order:
The Unexpected Gift
The Unexpected Letter
The Unexpected Package
The Unexpected Connections
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  5. Publication date
    November 3, 2019
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"The Unexpected Gift is an unexpected delight. It is a deliciously divine scorching read. A whole lot of hot hot grinchy goodness."- Kimhe Rockchicks

"A sweet, sexy, sad christmas story that will keep you captivated and maybe even shred a few tears." - Bookworm Blog

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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B07YVK6RPM
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ DL Gallie
  • Accessibility ‏ : ‎ Learn more
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ November 3, 2019
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 1.3 MB
  • Simultaneous device usage ‏ : ‎ Unlimited
  • Screen Reader ‏ : ‎ Supported
  • Enhanced typesetting ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • X-Ray ‏ : ‎ Not Enabled
  • Word Wise ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 135 pages
  • Page Flip ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Part of series ‏ : ‎ The Unexpected series
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.1 out of 5 stars 33 ratings

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DL Gallie

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DL Gallie writes spicy romance with elements of comedy and suspense. She currently lives in Central Queensland, Australia, her husband and two kids but has lived in many different places around the world and within Australis. She and her husband have been together since she was sixteen, and although they drive each other crazy at times, she couldn’t imagine her life without him.

Shortly after her son was born, DL began reading again. With encouragement from her husband, she picked up the pen and started writing, and now the voices in her head won’t shut up.

DL enjoys listening to music, drinking white wine in the summer, red wine in the winter, and beer all year round. She’s also never been known to turn down a cocktail, especially a margarita.

~Happy Reading~

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  • Robyn Corcoran
    4.0 out of 5 stars A beautiful holiday romance
    Reviewed in the United States on November 3, 2019
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    The Unexpected Gift is told in two times frames; when Gage Grainger was ten and in the present time or there about. The past certainly dictated a lot for Gage and caused immense hardship and heartache, especially around Christmas time.

    Marlee Adams enters into Gage’s life where he is instantly taken by her beauty, both inside and out. She, likewise, feels the attraction as well. Gage is at heart a very caring person who is afraid to really love again. He is a confident character who has a slight touch of arrogance about him as well. Marlee is such a giving and caring character, I really liked the way she stood up for herself though and didn’t take any rubbish from Gage.

    There are quite a few emotions in this story and yes I will admit to a few tears in my eyes but also chuckles as well. This is a light romance but it does have a deeper understory that has an important meaning.
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  • Marti F
    5.0 out of 5 stars Wow!
    Reviewed in the United States on November 8, 2023
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    What an amazing read! A truly wonderful story about loss, anger/hate, love, growth and forgiveness … all wrapped up and presented through two very real-life characters. Marlee enters Gage’s life pretty much as a whirlwind of sunshine and positivity. Gage is the proverbial Christmas Grinch who tragically lost his mother at Christmas at age ten and lived with a bitter alcoholic father. The story revolves around Gage facing his past and acknowledging his father so that he can look and act on his future. The reading ride gets a bit emotional and the realistic angst pulled at my heartstrings. All in all - a very, very good read!
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  • Rebecca Barber
    4.0 out of 5 stars The Grinch has met his match
    Reviewed in the United States on November 9, 2019
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    The perfect cute Xmas read!

    He’s a grinch (with good reason) and she’s so sweet it’s enough to give you a tooth ache (but so full of sass with a take no prisoners vibe you’re left thinking the sweetness may just be an act)

    One collision and an “accidental” butt grab and all bets are off on whether these to are going to fall in love or kill each other... watching a grinch fall is always some festive fun...

    Can’t wait for more in book 2
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  • ANJasper
    3.0 out of 5 stars healing and hot!
    Reviewed in the United States on November 7, 2019
    Format: Kindle
    I always enjoy a holiday novella to get me in the spirit. And The Unexpected Gift was a short and steamy read. The opening was intense and had me pulling for Gage.

    I liked that from the first time Gage and Marlee crashed into one another, they couldn't get the other out of their heads. They fell hard and fast. But Gage had a lot of healing he had to do. I liked seeing him shed his pain and smile again. Breathe again. Live again. Love again.

    While I found The Unexpected Gift to be a bit repetitive in parts, I still poured thought it in one sitting.
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  • Cassandra Exley
    5.0 out of 5 stars Loved it
    Reviewed in the United States on November 16, 2019
    Format: Kindle
    This story was first published as December in the Calendar Men series and I was lucky to read it then. I loved reading it again. I love Gage and Marlee's story as well as the extended epilogue which the author has added for this new edition. The Unexpected Gift is the first book in the new series 'The Unexpected'.

    This beautiful christmas story is filled with love, sadness, heartache and passion. There are quite a few emotions in this story and yes I will admit to a few tears in my eyes but also chuckles as well.

    I can't wait to read The Unexpected Letter.
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  • Nikkita Hudson
    4.0 out of 5 stars Awesome quick read
    Reviewed in the United States on December 13, 2020
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    Looking for a quick, fast paced read look no further. A great Mr. Grinch turned to Mr. Merry is just the type of Christmas read that is sure to keep the pages turning. With a whole lot of fire thrown in!
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  • JC Wesner
    2.0 out of 5 stars I wanted to like it
    Reviewed in the United States on December 23, 2023
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    But the main male character is completely unlikeable. The fact he had to think about “fat naked ladies” to get his arousal under control completely turned me off to this book. Add in the “misunderstanding” and I just can’t. I’m sure others will enjoy this one and the writing was well done but it’s just not for me.
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  • Kat
    4.0 out of 5 stars No longer a grinch
    Reviewed in the United States on November 17, 2020
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    Gage the "Grinch" unexpectedly ran into Marlee. They fell in love instantly. The chemistry between Marlee and Gage was hot. This was such a cute holiday romance.
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  • LJ
    4.0 out of 5 stars A story with heart
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on December 18, 2023
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    I loved the main characters, watching their relationship through ups and downs was a delight, knowing they wanted the best for each other Gage and Marlee have a wonderful meet-cute, which made me smile.

    The way we were introduced to Gage was heart-breaking, but important to understand the story. Grief is always a challenge, especially when linked to Christmas and when the remaining parent struggles and wants to return when facing death. These aspects were dealt with well and it is a story with hope, plus a reformed Grinch is always a good thing.
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  • Sarah - Bookcrazedmumma
    4.0 out of 5 stars This one got me in the feels and made me cry, such a good Christmas novella.
    Reviewed in Australia on February 25, 2023
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    This one got me in the feels and made me cry, such a good Christmas novella.
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