At a glance
A Whisper of Hope
Christian historical romance novella
A Whisper of Hope
Book 1 of the O'Connor Christmas series
Charity O'Connor Dennehy longs to welcome another child, while her husband Mitch is looking forward to a quieter household. His resistance to adoption leaves them facing very different hopes for their family's future. Christmas gives their disagreement an especially tender edge as Charity wonders whether love can make room for an unexpected answer. This O'Connor companion novella returns to an established marriage with humor, longing, and a hopeful seasonal spirit.
Paired for this story
Jump to the pours ↓Ginger Honey Tea + Hot Toddy
Choose your bookseller
Find the Book
Print retailers offer a search when an exact edition is unavailable. Kindle links open a specific edition. Audiobook links may open an edition or a search.
Affiliate disclosure: As an Amazon Associate, Book Bartender earns from qualifying purchases. Bookshop.org links also earn us a commission on qualifying purchases. Your price is not affected. Read the full affiliate disclosure.
No surprises at chapter twelve
Content notes
Adoption · Marital disagreement · Romantic passion · Christian faith
Alcohol-Free Pour
Ginger Honey Tea
Ginger and honey offer gentle warmth for a tender seasonal story about making room for an unexpected answer.
What you'll need
As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases.How to mix it
- Steep the tea and any herbs or whole spices in hot water according to the tea type, then strain. Stir in sweetener and juices. Serve hot.
- Garnish: Citrus peel, herb, or fruit from the recipe, if applicable.
- Glassware: Mug.
Shop glassware & tools
We earn a commission from qualifying purchases through these Amazon links, at no extra cost to you.
Mug ↗Cocktail Pour · 21+
Hot Toddy
For adults of legal drinking age. Please drink responsibly.
Whiskey, honey, and lemon make a warming Christmas cup for a marriage facing two very different hopes for its future.
What you'll need
- 1.5 oz whiskey
- 0.5 oz fresh lemon juice ↗
- 2 tsp honey, adjusted to taste ↗
- 4 oz hot water
Shop the spirits 21+Search Total Wine for Whiskey · 21+ ↗
How to mix it
- Stir honey and hot water in a heatproof mug until the honey dissolves. Add whiskey and lemon juice; stir gently.
- Garnish: Lemon slice and cinnamon stick.
- Glassware: Heatproof mug.
Shop glassware & tools
We earn a commission from qualifying purchases through these Amazon links, at no extra cost to you.
Mug ↗Set up the bar cart
Shop the Barware
Find the glasses and tools for your next pour.