Fate/Destiny

Cassie Blake, a recently retired teacher, faces an uncertain future and wonders what comes next after decades of working. But a serendipitous meeting just before Christmas rekindles a long-forgotten passion within her.

Across the Atlantic, James Madison, a TV celebrity, grapples with recent upheaval in his personal life. Seeking solitude, he spends the holiday season alone in the UK.

A fateful encounter on a snowy December night entwines the lives of Cassie and James. From the tranquil Welsh countryside to the kinetic energy of California, their budding connection is put to the test. Can they learn to trust their feelings and overcome their emotional barriers? This chance romance shows it’s never too late to embrace new beginnings.

After retiring from a long teaching career of more than thirty years, Elyze Johnson decided to explore the possibilities of fulfilling a long-time desire to write a novel. She spent six years perfecting her style before eventually submitting her manuscript to a publisher. She was delighted to be accepted and hopes that everyone who reads the story will enjoy it just as much as she did in creating the characters.