✨ What It’s About
When nurse Cecile leaves Canada to serve in a remote medical clinic in Botswana’s Kalahari Desert, she believes she’s following God’s calling, even though it means leaving behind the man she loves. As Christmas approaches, the beauty of Africa cannot ease the ache of spending the holidays thousands of miles from family, friends, and the future she once imagined.
Back in rural Alberta, Dr. Colin has built the successful clinic he always dreamed of. Yet despite his accomplishments, he can’t forget the woman who chose a different path.
As unexpected events unfold on two continents, both Cecile and Colin are reminded that God’s plans often look very different from their own. When hope seems lost, faith, love, and a series of remarkable circumstances begin weaving together a story neither could have imagined.
Set against the contrasting landscapes of Botswana and Canada, Cecile’s Christmas Miracle is a heartwarming Christmas romance celebrating sacrifice, second chances, and the miracles that arrive in God’s perfect timing.
👥Who is this Book For?
Christian women
🌅 The Inspiration Behind the Book
I had the privilege of spending several years in Botswana. One missionary I looked up to was a single woman who served as a nurse in the Kalahari Desert.
📍 Where to Find It
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✍️ About the Author
Ruth L. Snyder is a Canadian Christian author and self-publishing assistant. She lives in rural Alberta and enjoys photographing wildflowers, deer, and tadpoles on walks with her grandkids.
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🤍 Closing
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