Blessings on State Street

Begin your visit to Blessings Bay with this introductory novel that sets the story in motion. Fall in love with the town and characters who will instantly feel like friends. Continue your reading journey with The Unexpected Inn (Book 1).

A Victorian cottage on the coast. An unexpected housemate. And a second chance at love and belonging.

Still grieving her husband’s passing, Abigail Preston wants nothing to do with Christmas. In search of peace and solitude, she retreats to Blessings Bay—a charming small town where her husband secretly owned a beach house. The only problem? A ruggedly handsome houseguest is already living in her seaside sanctuary.

Hiding from a painful past, Logan Mathews is content keeping to himself as the caretaker of a friend’s coastal cottage—until an alluring stranger turns his world upside down.

Determined to avoid both heartbreak and holiday cheer, they strike a truce: no Christmas, no complications, and definitely no falling in love.

But in Blessings Bay, where the Christmas lights sparkle brighter, the locals welcome you like family, and a mysterious little boy named Max reminds them what truly matters, even the most guarded hearts can’t resist the magic of the season.

From USA Today bestselling author Rachael Bloome comes a heartwarming holiday love story about hope, healing, and finding home when you least expect it. Perfect for fans of Jenny Hale, RaeAnne Thayne, and Debbie Macomber.

Also Includes:

An original recipe

Book club questions

DIY craft instructions

An exclusive interview with the real-life inspiration behind the story