Free Fiction Monday: Christmas Eve at the Exit
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As Rachel decides on a place to spend Christmas Eve, she can’t shake the feeling of being tracked. She knows well how hard they will search for her and Anne-Marie. Rachel knows they will never stop.
But Rachel also knows she needs to focus on the plan, and on making sure Anne-Marie knows Santa will still find her wherever they go. Because every child needs to believe in the magic of Santa—or do they?
“Christmas Eve at the Exit” by New York Times bestselling author Kristine Kathryn Rusch, is free on this website for one week only. The story’s also available as an ebook through various online retailers here.
Christmas Eve at the Exit
A Sweet Young Things Mystery
Kristine Kathryn Rusch
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I feel like I can finally let my breath out again. I was holding it for the entire story, I think. Whew! Very moving and powerful. Thank you so much for sharing your stories with us.
Wow, powerful. Also, the concept is as creepy as the Elf on the Shelf. Thank you for sharing!