Coming Home by Carol Wyatt

For the first time in years, 35-year-old Emily Reid is trading the bustling streets of New York City for the festive charm of her hometown. A rising star in the corporate world, Emily has spent past Christmases buried in work, but this year, she’s seeking a much-needed break from her fast-paced life.
What she doesn’t expect is to run into Quinn Grant, her former college professor, now 49, whose intellect and poise once captivated her young heart. More than a decade has passed, but the spark of an innocent crush reignites into something she can no longer ignore.
In the midst of holiday preparations and old traditions, Emily finds herself reconnecting with Quinn. As they navigate the festivities together, the lines between past and present blur, challenging Emily to confront the emotions she’s kept at bay in her pursuit of success.
Quinn, who has since become an integral part of the town’s fabric, is surprised to find herself drawn to the confident and intriguing woman Emily has become, far removed from the 23-year-old student she remembers. As they reconnect amidst the holiday activities, the charm of the season weaves around them, igniting feelings that blur the lines of their past student-teacher relationship.

As Christmas draws near, they are faced with a decision: surrender to the uncertainties and challenges posed by their age difference, or embrace the unexpected gift of a second chance at love.