Gracie Martin never asked for much; just warm socks, and a blanket for her mother. But when her letter to Santa is accidentally delivered to Margaret Lane, a lonely widow who has nearly forgotten the joy of the season, everything begins to change.

Touched by the child's humble wishes, Margaret sets out to fulfill them anonymously. What begins as a quiet act of kindness soon blossoms into an unexpected friendship that spans generations. As winter deepens and their lives intertwine, both Gracie and Margaret discover that sometimes, the greatest gifts aren't wrapped in paper; but in love, compassion, and the courage to open your heart when you least expect it.

The Gift She Didn't Expect is a tender, heartwarming novel about second chances, chosen family, and the letter that changed everything.