A sweet Christmas romance that reminds us teamwork can overcome many obstacles.
Katie has returned to Bluebird Hills after twelve years. Her dear Aunt Fannie left her the farm and gift shop but there is one big hiccup. The other 50% was left to Levi. Katie has no idea why but hopes she convince Levi to give her his share. As Katie and Levi realize there is more at stake than hurt feelings they must come together to make the partnership work.
A joyful holiday read that reminds us love and forgiveness are what makes the world a happy place.
Jesse has returned home after the death of his father to close his father’s bookshop. He has also returned home to his best friend, Fannie, who he hurt deeply when he left 3 years ago.
Fannie is full of forgiveness and is happy Jesse has returned until she realizes he is only back through the holiday season.
Fannie needs Jesse and Jesse needs Fannie but can they both get what they want?
What a perfect trio for my reading heart: Amish, books, and Christmas. I loved reading this book by the light of the Christmas tree while we had unusual early snows this past two weeks. Fannie is a wonderful character and I hope we get glimpses of her in future books. She is confident, strong, and forgiving. Such important characteristics to have in a world full of uncertainty.
This is the second book in the Amish Chocolate shop series but definitely can be read as a standalone.
A long running series that still provides entertainment and a satisfying mystery.
Merry Murder Season is the eighteenth installment in the Tourist Trap cozy mystery series. Jill is settling into marriage and they are hosting Greg’s family for Thanksgiving. Greg’s brother, Jim, and his fiancé are in town and Jim is being Jim. Unfortunately Jim being Jim is causing his fiancé, Beth, to question if marriage is right for them. Beth stays on after the holiday and finds herself helping Jill solve a murder of a neighboring business owner.
There was much to unpack in this holiday mystery and it has provided many opportunities for excitement in hopefully future books. I did enjoy the break from Jill’s stalwart aunt. She is a great character but one a break is needed for every so often.
You can read each book as a standalone but it truly is best in order so you can appreciate the growth of characters through the years.
A beautiful story to reminds us that everything happens for a reason. Sometimes we find out that reason quickly and other times it takes a bit.
Gretta and Joshua have been sweethearts long enough that the community is expecting to hear a wedding announcement. Gretta is stunned when Joshua decides they need a break instead. As Gretta deals with the disappointment with her family, Joshua is spending more time with the new neighbor, Lilly. Has the life Gretta dreamed of with Joshua been derailed and should she agree to go courting with another?
I felt for Gretta. She has a harder home life than others realize with parents who argue a lot and not so quietly. Her mother is also what we call a helicopter mom. Always in Gretta’s business and never holds back her thoughts and feelings toward a situation.
If you are a seasonal reader this is the perfect time to pick up this 4 book series. A book for each season.
This morning’s snow provided the perfect backdrop for my review.
I thoroughly enjoyed getting to read Hannah’s story on how she became Amish with her three little girls. I already loved Daniel, the Amish dad, from Courting Daniel’s Daughter (Catherine’s story) and Saving Daniel’s Daughter (Rosemary’s story).
Imagine having to flee with your three young daughters to a new city and state, an entire new way of living and by the end of the night being married. This was Hannah’s story.
An emotional read that ends at Thanksgiving so an appropriate holiday read.
If you are like me and have found you have almost read all of @shelley.s.gray Amish books then @mindyesteele is your next author. I know Shelley would approve!
Sleigh Bell Sweethearts by @teriwilsonauthor is a charming clean Christmas romance that will have you wiggling your toes by the fire in happiness.
Northern Lights of Christmas is the Hallmark movie production of the book. A fun Christmas movie full of magic.
Both are excellent representations of the Christmas season. The movie is different than the book and not in a bad way. No matter if you read then watch the movie or vice versa you will be happily entertained.
I loved the book more mainly because Palmer, the reindeer had a much bigger role and made the story stand out.
Fix a mug of cocoa and relax spending time in Aurora, Alaska.
12 books total, 0 DNF, 5 new (new to me) books bought, 50 book donated, 0 non-fiction book read
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Are you looking for family drama around Christmas? If so, A Merry Little Lie is the book for you.
Three siblings are coming home for Christmas and each has their own problems. The oldest, Jamie, has told everyone he has a surprise and would like to throw. Party the day before Christmas Eve. Speculation abounds.
The twins, Rosie and Becky, have been estranged since the night Rosie married Declan. Rosie has been struggling with the estrangement and it has now created a rift in her marriage. Rosie fears she won’t even make it to her first anniversary.
Becky was so emotional during her sister’s wedding that she ran and hid. Their childhood friend, Will, comforts her and has kept her secret. Becky fears going home.
A snow storm that impedes traffic creates obstacles for all and once everyone gets home the chaos ensues.
You will laugh and sigh with happiness as you follow the family drama but at the end you will agree family, whatever that may be for you, is what makes Christmas special.
This series is a quick read that always leaves you smiling and content. A perfect escape from the real world.
If you love weddings you will love this book. All but one of Lisa’s children are getting married. Some of your favorite characters make appearances along with new characters. I am looking forward to seeing how the new characters get matched with their forever loves.
Well, I am hooked. I will now be searching for the Tradd street series and quickly moving through this series to get all the “ghostie” vibes.
My fellow readers know, especially my cozy mystery friends, that I am not a fan of paranormal. I’ll read them but groan and moan the entire book. Not this book. It took me a bit but I was all in.
Nola returns to New Orleans to start her adulthood. She buys a fixer upper without realizing past occupants still reside there. The catcher, the occupants are dead and haven’t crossed over. There is one person who can help her cleanse the house. An old friend who saved her life.
Beau wants to help but something in the house is tied to the death of his parents after the disappearance of his baby sister.
Can Nola and Beau move past their past history to work together or will the past overtake them?
Royal Street series set in New Orleans
1. The Shop on Royal Street
2. The House on Prytania
3. The Lady on Esplanade
Tradd Street series set in Charleston, SC
1. The House on Tradd Street
2. The Girl on Legare Street
3. The Strangers on Montagu Street
4. Return to Tradd Street
5. The Guests on South Battery
6. The Christmas Spirits on Tradd Street series set
7. The Attic on Queen Street
The Tradd Street series is first then the Royal Street series. You can read either series first but it was heavily suggested to read each series in their book order.
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