From the bestselling world of Thistledown Hollow comes a new, stand-alone story of healing, community, and winter magic.

Wren has inherited the Lavender Fox Inn -- a two-hundred-year-old haven where lavender hangs drying from the rafters, the kettle always sings at just the right temperature, and tea brewed with intention can mend both broken bones and broken hearts. With her curious nine-year-old apprentice Emma cataloging herbs and a sarcastic familiar named Kip napping in scarves by the fire, Wren is settling into her new role as the inn's keeper.

But when the first snow falls and a winter storm blankets Thistledown Hollow, everything changes. Guests arrive seeking shelter: a lonely architect, a grieving carpenter, three mysterious sisters, and a journalist with uncomfortable questions about Wren's beloved predecessor. As they gather around the hearth sharing stories and fresh-baked bread, Wren discovers that the inn is holding a secret -- one that's slowly draining its magic and threatening the warmth that has sustained the community for generations.

With the winter solstice approaching, Wren must learn what her predecessor never did: that healing isn't about perfect tea blends or solitary sacrifice. It's about letting people in, sharing the weight of the world, and trusting that sometimes the best magic happens when a community chooses to hold each other up.

A gentle fantasy about finding home, chosen family, and the quiet courage it takes to ask for help. Perfect for readers who loved The Inn at Thistledown Hollow and newcomers to this cozy magical world alike.

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• Publication Date: January 20, 2026
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• Print Length: 254 Pages
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