{"product_id":"santas-secret-isbn-9781420156720","title":"Santa's Secret","description":"\u003cb\u003eFriends since high school, four 30-something women reunite for a once-in-a-lifetime Italian adventure filled with tons of laughter, mischief, great food, and even a little romance in this humorous, heartwarming celebration of friendship and fun from #1 \u003ci\u003eNew York Times\u003c\/i\u003e bestselling author Fern Michaels.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eChristmas is filled with beloved and long-kept traditions, but sometimes, there’s nothing better than creating brand-new ones. That’s why Francesca and her high school friends Amy, Rachael, and Nina are traveling to Italy to spend the holidays with Frankie’s boyfriend, Giovanni, and his family.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eGiovanni and his brother, Marco, run a small Italian restaurant in Manhattan, where cherished family recipes delight tourists and locals alike. But there’s one recipe that eludes the brothers. Their mama refuses to divulge the secret behind her coveted \u003ci\u003epanettone\u003c\/i\u003e, claiming it is “Santa’s secret.”\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWhile Frankie joins Giovanni and Marco in the kitchen, hoping to uncover the mystery of Mrs. Lombardi’s mouthwatering \u003ci\u003epanettone\u003c\/i\u003e, Amy, Nina, and Rachael are on their own quests. Amy wants to see the sights, Nina needs career inspiration, and Rachael longs to meet some eligible Italian men.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCan one trip provide the answers everyone seeks? With a stunning Italian backdrop and a sprinkling of holiday magic in the mix, there may be all kinds of sweet surprises in store . . .\u003cb\u003e\u003cu\u003ePraise for Fern’s Christmas Novels:\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cu\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/u\u003e \u003cbr\u003e“Full of laughter, delight, and a dash of holiday fun.” \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003e—Woman’s World\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e on \u003ci\u003eSanta Cruise\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e“This swoon-worthy collection of novellas hits the holiday sweet spot…Readers will gladly steal a few moments from gift-wrapping to savor these holiday treats.” \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003e—Publishers Weekly\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e, \u003cb\u003eSTARRED REVIEW\u003c\/b\u003e for \u003ci\u003eMaking Spirits Bright\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e“Heartwarming holiday romance.” \u003cb\u003e—InTouch, Grade A \u003c\/b\u003efor \u003ci\u003eHolly and Ivy\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e“Best-selling Michaels’ bittersweet Christmas story offers the promise of a better tomorrow.” \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003e—Booklist\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e on \u003ci\u003eHolly and Ivy\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e“A diverse set of holiday romance novellas…super comforting and festive like a cup of warm cider…The geography and characters of the whole collection were very diverse, ranging from Seattle to Puerto Rico.” \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003e—Tulsa Book Review\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e on \u003ci\u003eA Season to Celebrate\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e“Does your definition of \"holiday cheer\" mean binge-watching Hallmark holiday movies right after Halloween? Then you're in for a special treat, because Fern Michaels is back with another heartwarming holiday novel perfect for Hallmark movie fans and holiday fanatics…The best holiday stories blend humor with an emotional, poignant message: whether it's reconnecting with family, second chances, giving back to the community, or discovering your true purpose in life. \u003ci\u003eThe Spirit of the Season\u003c\/i\u003e has all of the above and more.” \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003e—Bookbub\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e on \u003ci\u003eSpirit of the Season\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e“This collection of heartwarming Christmas stories [and] perfect mix of plots and was just what I needed to be more excited about the holidays.” \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003e—FIRST for Woman\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e on \u003ci\u003eA Winter Wonderland\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cb\u003eFern Michaels\u003c\/b\u003e is the #1\u003ci\u003e New York Times, USA Today, \u003c\/i\u003eand \u003ci\u003ePublishers Weekly\u003c\/i\u003e bestselling author of the Sisterhood, Twin Lights, Lost and Found, Men of the Sisterhood, and Godmothers series, as well as dozens of other novels and novellas. Her books have been translated into more than 20 languages and sold over 150 million copies in print. Fern Michaels has built and funded several large day-care centers in her hometown and is a passionate animal lover who has outfitted police dogs across the country with special bulletproof vests. She shares her home in South Carolina with her fur family of dogs and cats, as well as a resident ghost named Mary Margaret. Visit her website at FernMichaels.com.","brand":"Zebra","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48233530097893,"sku":"NP9781420156720","price":9.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1842\/7735\/files\/9781420156720.jpg?v=1767736111","url":"https:\/\/k12savings.com\/es\/products\/santas-secret-isbn-9781420156720","provider":"K12savings","version":"1.0","type":"link"}