A sweet and lovely inspirational Christmas romance about two childhood friends who are reunited after twenty years. Single mom Maggie returns to Love, Alaska, with her young son Oliver after she inherits her late uncle’s gift shop, Keepsakes. Once there, she meets up again with her childhood friend, Finn, who helps Maggie in getting the gift shop back on its feet again in time for a Christmas grand re-opening. While working together, Finn and Maggie grow closer and find themselves falling in love. This was such an enjoyable romance with two main characters who both have tragic pasts. The story is filled with wonderful, kindhearted characters and the festiveness of the holiday season. Maggie’s son Oliver was adorable and I loved how Finn bonded with him so quickly. The Alaskan setting was beautiful and provided the perfect backdrop for this heartwarming Christmas story. ( )

I liked the small town atmosphere and how the residents pulled together. (If it wasn't so cold in Alaska, I'd probably love to live in a place like Love). I liked that the two main characters had a history together (even if it was years old)--something to build on.

I wasn't clear on how Operation Love worked though it seems to have been successful. I think Tobias was doing some matchmaking of his own through his will.

I'm glad both main characters eventually told their secrets to each other--and Finn to his family. Truthfully, I can understand Maggie's reluctance to get involved more than I can Finn's. I'm not sure why he felt he wasn't family material. I understand being fooled by someone you love much moreso than Finn's experience I guess. ( )