Shutter Shock Christmas in July

Ornamental Match Maker #18

by Danni Roan

Antoinette spends her life hiding behind the oversized lens of her camera, covering up the hurts and scars of the past while creating some of the most sought after nature shots in the world of outdoor photography. Can she manage to see past her own frailties to find love?

Genres: Christmas

115 pages, Kindle Edition

Published June 26, 2019

About the author

Danni Roan, born in rural western Pennsylvania, has always loved the country life. Her first work published under her real name, Paula Liddle-Beem, is a collection of folk essays about childhood in the lush, green mountains of PA. Being a teacher of English and English as a Second Language for the past twelve years has only inspired Danni’s love of writing Western Historical Fiction. After receiving her Masters of Education in Teaching English as a Foreign Language she determined to indulge her passion for fiction writing. Teaching both in the USA and abroad has exposed Danni to a wide range of people from all walks of life and she tries to capture that unique character in her work.

https://www.facebook.com/danni.roan

Reviews

[Marie · Rating 5 out of 5]

'I've never felt comfortable in my own skin before'

So heartbreaking, Toni and Allen are so worried about how others see them and their judgement, that they stifle their own feelings and frustrations, never dealing with them and hiding away.
When they finally lower their defenses and let each other see snapshots of their pain and suffering, they realise the only person with an issue about how they look is themselves, can they help each other heal enough to begin living again? Or will Toni allow the guilt to continue suffocating her?
A poignant and heartfelt journey in this book where two very broken people find their soul mates...aided by Mrs Claus obviously!

[Rhonda Myers · Rating 5 out of 5]

Fantastic book

I really enjoyed being taken back to the shores of Lake Michigan. What a great love story for two special people. I recommend this book to anyone who enjoys a clean sweet romance.

[Sherri · Rating 4 out of 5]

A good clean romance that reminds us that beauty on the inside is what counts. I really enjoyed it and would recommend it.

[Donna · Rating 5 out of 5]

great book

This was a great book. I love this author. I highly recommend this book and author. I cannot wait to read the next book by this author.

[Sandra Sorola · Rating 5 out of 5]

Toni arrives in Michigan at the Inn along the shore of Lake Michigan. The Inn boasts cabins that each have a theme. Toni is lodged in the Bear Cabin at the edge of the woods. She is a photographer of nature and has come to photograph the lives of Seagulls, in their habitat. She is also a reclusive person who cannot forgive herself for a tragic accident in her childhood that
injured herself and left her brother paralyzed for life.
Allen arrives at the Inn and is lodged in a cabin set up to be Nautical. Upon his arrival he is given a Christmas gift? A tiny camera that is so detailed it is quite unbelievable. Allen is also reclusive and keeps his scars hidden from everyone. He also hides and keeps to himself most of the time.
When these two meet, the connection is incredible and they find years of doubt and fears falling away with each other. Did this magical little camera bring these two together? Can they help each other through the toughest times in their lives and become one of the couples that have found lasting love? Danni Roans characters are beautifully written and bring out the best in each other.
The story line is believable and hits highs and lows, showing how people react to trauma and how they recover. Love and faith prevail. Such a heartwarming story! One you will enjoy!

[Renate Deutsche Oma · Rating 5 out of 5]

Two lonely hurting individuals find healing in nature and each other. Shutter Shock is an entertaining read in The Ornamental Match Maker - Christmas in July series. As a Michigander, who observes sea gulls, Danni Roan descriptions of sea gulls, moose, bears and the landscape was breath taking. A delightful summer read with likable characters, flowing plots, and a believable resolution. Forgiving oneself is the theme of the story.

[Sandra Bagwell · Rating 5 out of 5]

💘and acceptance

I've had a limp for so many years from an old injury this story resonates with me. The journey through life can leave both inward and outward scars. What a Blessing two individuals received in this beautiful story of love and acceptance. This is another 👍 addition to the Ornamental matchmaker collection. This easy read novel is suitable for teens and adults.

[Cindy Edwards · Rating 5 out of 5]

I totally LOVE how this story takes place at the Old Inn. This is like a series within a series. I get to catch up on the things going on there and meeting new people. Antoinette and Allen both find that its the inner beauty of a person shining through is much greater than physical looks.

[Sharon · Rating 5 out of 5]

Beauty is on the inside out.

Allen- burn scars from a fire
Toni- a photographer with physical and emotional scars of her own.
I enjoyed reading this engaging story that is well written with lovable characters . Their story has a wonderfully sweet HEA!

[Janet Swiftbird · Rating 4 out of 5]

A poignant tale of finding ones self

A poignant tale of finding ones and finding friendship and love along the way.
A good storyline and good characters to catch interrest.

[Catherine · Rating 5 out of 5]

Loved this story

I liked the fact that they saw themselves as damaged apart, but after spending time with each other and falling in love they we perfect together

[Mary Jane McLeod · Rating 5 out of 5]

Loved it/ sweet Christmas Story

I loved Allen and Toni's story. A sweet Christmas Story that left me with a smile. I look forward to more books in the series