Ex-con Ben O'Keefe is stranded on the road to Poplar Bluff, with three hungry children in the backseat and less than $300 to his name. With no hope of making it to Grandma's for Christmas, Ben seeks mercy from the first person he finds: Henrietta Humblesmith, owner of the local marrying parlor.

This crusty old woman with a soft heart will surprise them all with a Christmas they will never forget. "Ben O'Keefe's plight broke my heart, but Henrietta's down-home goodness, amplified by the love of God, more than saved the day!

A charming addition to any holiday celebration, you'll want to make time for this winsome story!" ANGELA E. HUNT Christy-Award winner.