Christmas in Bethel

By: Richard Paul Evans

Narrated by: Helene Maksoud

From Richard Paul Evans, the New York Times bestselling author of The Christmas Promise and The Christmas Box—“the most popular holiday tale since Tiny Tim” (Newsweek)—a new novel celebrating the life-changing power of the holiday spirit.

Leigh Beth Stilton has never liked the holidays. After growing up in an unstable home, escaping an abusive marriage, and witnessing daily tragedies as an EMT, Leigh just can’t bring herself to care about Christmas cheer. In fact, she’s so convinced she’s not worth loving that one winter’s eve, she decides she can’t go on—until she comes across a book called Bethel and starts to read.

Leigh is unfamiliar with the author, J.D. Harper, but his words speak directly to her. She’s never felt so seen and understood, and this connection gives her the strength to carry on. She avidly reads every novel Harper has written, and when he comes to town for a book signing, she jumps at the opportunity to meet the writer who means so much to her.

In a twist of fate, Leigh runs into J.D. in a coffee shop, and the two immediately click. Before she knows it, she’s swept up in a whirlwind of fancy dinners, exciting travel, and the attention of the man whose work has been so meaningful to her. But she’s leery after a lifetime of pain and when she discovers that J.D. hasn’t been completely honest, her hopes are dashed. Can they find their way back to each other and can Leigh learn to trust her heart?

©2024 Richard Paul Evans (P)2024 Simon & Schuster Audio

just one great title from my very favorite author.

I always know I'm going to thoroughly enjoy any book I purchase from Richard Paul Evans. I've either read or listenrd to ALL of his titles and have yet to be completely disappointed. I just wish they would be released more quickly. That's my only disappointment. The characters were easy to relate to and the story was emotional and uplifting as always. He's a feel-good writer and in today's world, we never get enough of that.

A Charming Holiday Story

I Loved Christmas in Bethel - You will too!
This is a charming Holiday Story of Love, forgivenes & community. There is a heartfelt message that is perfect not only for this time of year but for always.
Let 🎄Christmas in Bethel 🎄open your ❤️ this Holiday Season!
ThankYou Richard Paul Evans for yet another amazing Christmas Story!

Cozy - all heart

I very much enjoyed this listen. Although the characters have hard stuff in their backgrounds, the book felt like an escape from stress. Well written, entertaining, and page turning.

Beautiful and heartbreaking

Such a beautiful story! I enjoyed it and shed a few tears even. Another wonderful Christmas story by Richard Paul Evans.

True Love

Great story! Had a few twists I didn’t expect!! Highly recommend! You will enjoy listening to this book!

loved this!!

I love how the story developed and how the female character learned a lesson. I also love how close the brothers were and what they did for each other.

A sweet romantic story with touches of grace and redemption

I love the story because it seems predictable at first, but is not at all predictable!! Beautiful, heart-warming story. Loved the narrator as well.

Heartwarming story

A story of real love that parallels the love God gives to us. RP Evans does not disappoint.

Very Enjoyable

Another great story. I loved it because I was able to relate so much to both main characters.
Very emotional.

Warmth

I came upon this by accident, and I’m so glad I did. I was taken by the beauty of the writing, the depth of the story line, and the soothing voice of the narrator. It brought me a kind of inner peace.