Genre: Christmas

Review: Marry Me Tomorrow by Carla Burgess

Posted December 29, 2016 by Charlotte in Reviews / 0 Comments

Marry Me Tomorrow by Carla Burgess Published by HarperCollins UK on October 3, 2016 Genres: Chick-lit, Christmas, Fiction Pages: 384 Format: E-Arc Source: Netgalley Buy on Amazon Goodreads ‘Funny and romantic, with a predictably good ending. A romance that makes you giggle!’ – Kitty Loves Books Twelve days. Two gold rings. One BIG secret… Emily needs a husband…fast. It’s just a few days until Christmas and to finally put a stop to her nagging mother’s matchmaking plans, Emily has convinced her that she’s already married! And when her excited mum announces that she’s coming to stay, Emily can think of only one man to play the part: gorgeous ex-soldier, Sam. It’s the best part of her day, handing him a coffee every morning – but then, Emily never expected to offer him her hand in marriage, too… All that’s left is for Sam to say ‘I do’ – it’s the perfect plan! So why then, do her ‘pretend’ feelings for Sam seem far too real? Fans of Debbie Johnson, Holly Martin and Christie Barlow will love this heartwarming read from […]

Review: A Fairy Tale For Christmas by Chrissie Manby

Posted December 22, 2016 by Charlotte in Reviews / 0 Comments

A Fairy Tale for Christmas by Chrissie Manby Published by Hodder on November 3, 2016 Genres: Chick-lit, Christmas, Fiction, Romance Pages: 432 Format: Paperback Source: Publisher Buy on Amazon Goodreads A wonderful, heartwarming and funny Christmas novel from Chrissie Manby, perfect for curling up with in front of the fire. What could be more magical at Christmas than a fairy tale come true? It’s the festive season and the members of the Newbay Theatre Society, more commonly known as the NEWTS, are preparing to put on a show. Being cast as Cinderella is the realization of a dream for newcomer Kirsty, not least because she hopes starring in a panto under the direction of her boyfriend Jon will bring them closer together. But Kirsty soon learns that it’s not all glitter and good cheer behind the scenes at the amateur theatre as bitter rivalries nurtured through decades, wardrobe mishaps and suspicious near-fatal accidents threaten to derail the production. And then there’s Prince Charming himself. Will working together with Jon bring Kirsty her happy ever after… or reveal their love to […]

Review: Bella’s Christmas Bake Off by Sue Watson

Posted December 21, 2016 by Charlotte in Reviews / 0 Comments

Bella’s Christmas Bake Off by Sue Watson Published by Bookouture on October 22, 2015 Genres: Chick-lit, Christmas, Fiction, Romance Pages: 314 Format: E-Arc Source: Netgalley Buy on Amazon Goodreads Two best friends. One big lie. The best bake off EVER. Bella Bradley is the queen of television baking – a national treasure. Her Christmas specials have been topping the ratings for years and her marriage to Peter ‘Silver Fox’ Bradley is the stuff of Hello magazine specials. But this year things are going to be different. For Amy Lane, Bella’s best friend from school, life hasn’t held quite the same sparkle. And when Amy’s husband walks out three weeks from Christmas, it seems their lives are further apart than ever. Amy has watched Bella’s rise to fame fondly, despite the fact Bella was always a terrible cook. But when she realises that Bella’s latest Christmas book is made up entirely of Amy’s mother’s recipes, the gloves are off… After winning a competition to appear on Bella’s TV show, Amy is going to make sure that for Bella and her viewers, […]

Review: All I Want For Christmas by Jenny Hale

Posted December 20, 2016 by Charlotte in Reviews / 0 Comments

All I Want for Christmas by Jenny Hale Published by Bookouture on October 6, 2016 Genres: Chick-lit, Christmas, Fiction, Romance Pages: 268 Format: E-Arc Source: Netgalley Buy on Amazon Goodreads All I Want for Christmas is a big, cozy Christmas story about the importance of family, the strength of childhood friendships, and learning to trust your heart. Fans of Carole Matthews, Susan Wiggs and Susan Mallery – and anyone who likes the glow of Christmas lights and the rustle of wrapping paper – will fall in love with this feel-good Christmas treat. Christmas comes once a year . . . But true love comes once in a lifetime. Snowflakes are falling, there’s carol singing on every corner, and Leah Evans is preparing for a family Christmas at her grandmother’s majestic plantation house in Virginia. It won’t be the same now that her beloved Nan is gone, but when Leah discovers she has inherited the mansion, she knows she can give her daughter Sadie the childhood of her dreams. But there’s a catch. Leah must split the house with a man […]

Review: The Christmas Cake Cafe by Sue Watson

Posted December 16, 2016 by Charlotte in Reviews / 0 Comments

The Christmas Cake Cafe by Sue Watson Published by Bookouture on October 14, 2016 Genres: Chick-lit, Christmas, Contemporary, Fiction, Romance Pages: 258 Format: E-Arc Source: Netgalley Buy on Amazon Goodreads Heart-warming and hilarious, a story that will make you laugh, cry and bring a smile to your face. Get ready for another deliciously amazing Christmas treat from Sue Watson…. As the Prosecco chills and Bing Crosby croons, Jen Barker just knows that her long-term boyfriend is about to propose. But instead of a diamond ring nestled in her champagne flute, Jen finds cold flat rejection. Her once perfect life and dreams of a husband and family seem even further from reach. A working holiday to the Swiss Alps with her younger sister Jody might not be the Christmas Jen had it mind, but it offers her the chance to recharge her batteries and recover from heartbreak. When Jen meets handsome ski instructor Jon Zutter her hopes for a happy-ever-after seem within her grasp again. Jon is kind and gorgeous and as they bond over Sachetorte at the picturesque Cake CafE, […]

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