One Snowy Week in Springhollow by Lucy Knott

 Today is my stop on the Blog Tour for this wonderful romantic and uplifting festive read from Lucy Knott. Thank you to the team at Aria Fiction for inviting me to take part, and for my copy of the ebook in exchange for my honest and unbiased review. 

Book Description

Tomboy Scarlett thought Devon would be her best friend forever. He was the only person in Springhollow who supported her ambitious artist dreams. But then one winter, Devon and his parents disappear without warning to start a new life in NYC and a devastated Scarlett is left alone to face her high-school bullies and overbearing mother.

Fast-forward ten years: Scarlett is playing it safe in her childhood village with a dull PA job and a wardrobe that passes her mother's old-fashioned standards. Meanwhile, Devon is a Hollywood heartthrob, starring in the latest superhero blockbuster. And he's finally coming home for Christmas...

Scarlett can't help blaming her former best friend for the way her life has turned out, but Devon's cheeky charm and gorgeous smile prove difficult to resist. Devon always did make her feel on top of the world, but Scarlett knows her heart isn't racing just because she has her friend back – is it mistletoe madness, or is she seeing Devon in a completely new light?

Scarlett hasn't taken a risk in years... but this Christmas of second chances could finally be her time to shine.

Perfect for fans of Sarah Morgan, Jo Thomas and Holly Martin.

My Review

This was a fabulous heart warming and uplifting cosy read that I adored from beginning to end and did not want to put down. 

I really enjoyed getting to know both Scarlett and Devon. You can feel the attraction between the pair of them at the first meeting as adults in Springhollow. I loved how as you read through the book you also got a snippet from the past of Scarlett and Devon and this gives you a good idea of just how close they were as children and just how many scrapes the pair of them managed to get into much to both their mothers disgust. 

This also explains to you why Scarlett is trying to keep Devon at arms length now. 

You also understand why Scarlett has kept that part of her life a secret from her best friends Hope and Jess.

The setting of Springhollow sounds like the perfect place to celebrate the festive season  and I loved the community feel of it too. This is full of all of the treats we all love around the festive season too. With gingerbread houses, Christmas cookies and peppermint coffee you can almost smell Christmas coming off of the pages. 

This is the perfect addition to your Christmas reading and one that you definitely do not want to miss. 

A five star read.

Read on for an extract of this festive read

Extract

I step in from the cold, pulling my hoodie over my head, and shake off the chill. Though the weather is wonderfully wintry outside, my brow is sweaty, my body hot from my walk around the village trail. ‘Christmas is in the air, Eddie,’ I say to my goldfish as I make my way into my cosy living room after a quick pit stop in my kitchen to fill up my watering can and a tall glass of water for myself. I balance my sketchbook and my glass in one hand before carefully placing them both down on my coffee table and turning on my Christmas tree lights. I stand back for a moment, just staring at how they sparkle, and take a deep breath to calm my breathing. The fresh air has done me some good, but the walk certainly quickened my heart rate. It was one way to get my adrenaline pumping these days.

I water my potted cacti, which are strategically placed either side of my pink accent wall to give the room a beautiful pop of colour and natural vibe, before I take a seat on my couch to see that I get enough water myself. I nudge my sketchbook as I place down the glass and see Eddie looking at me through his little glass tank. ‘I got nothing but trees, Ed. I tell a lie; I did draw a bird today too,’ I tell my curious goldfish. He gives me a disapproving pout before swimming away. ‘Well, that’s not very nice.’ I let out a small sigh at how well he knows me. ‘It’s just a teeny bit of a rut, Ed, that’s all,’ I say trying to justify myself. ‘We’ll be out of it soon,’ I add quietly, more to myself than to my tiny golden friend.

By the time the sky has turned navy, my sketchbook is safely stowed away, I’m showered, fed and curled up in my bed, going through my final idea for the Springhollow Christmas fair. Every company gets a stall each year to use as they desire. Our village likes to get creative. Where I work, at The Village Gazette, my boss encourages her employees to get involved to help decide what our stall will be. We each put forth our proposal and then put it to a vote.

I’m the person who has been planning and preparing since the beginning of November, allowing the excitement of the festive season to guide me. I’m feeling confident in my vision for this year, not least because I have won the last three years in a row, but because I truly think this is my best idea yet to really bring the community together. With visions of gingerbread and fondant Santas dancing in my head, I place my notebook on my bedside table, glance out of my window and say a prayer for a white Christmas. It’s been a while since we had a white Christmas and a little magic in the air.

Published by Aria on 5th November 2020

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About the Author

Lucy Knott is a former professional wrestler with a passion for storytelling. Now, instead of telling her stories in the ring, she's putting pen to paper, fulfilling another lifelong dream in becoming an Author.

Inspired by her Italian Grandparents, when she is not writing you will most likely find her cooking, baking and devouring Italian food, in addition to learning Italian and daydreaming of trips to Italy.

Along with her twin sister, Kelly, Lucy runs TheBlossomTwins.com, where she enthusiastically shares her love for books, baking and Italy, with daily posts, reviews and recipes.

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Christmas at the Marshmallow Cafe by CP Ward

 Today I am pleased to share with you my review of this cosy and heartwarming Christmas read from CP Ward. Thank you to Rachel's Random Resources for inviting me to take part, and for my copy of the ebook in exchange for my honest and unbiased review. 

Book Description

When downtrodden checkout assistant Bonnie Green receives a letter from a mysterious uncle, she can hardly believe her eyes.

Gifted a hundred-year lease on a famous cafe situated in the middle of a mythical theme park, Bonnie sets off with her best friend Debbie on an adventure to a hidden valley in the Lake District where they will find new friendship, love, and happiness, all set against the magic of Christmas ... and more marshmallows than they can possibly eat....

My Review

Bonnie Green works on the checkouts at her local supermarket. She finds both the job and her current lifestyle are not making her happy but she doesn't have the money or the courage to try and change it.

That is until a mysterious letter arrives for her explaining that her Uncle has passed away and that she has inherited a one hundred year lease on The Marshmallow Cafe. The cafe is situated in the Lake District within the magical Christmas theme Park. 

Bonnie is keen to find out more about the place so with her best friend Debbie in tow the pair of them head to the Lake District to find out more. 

Bonnie and Debbie find themselves having a wonderful adventure full of fun and friendship and of course marshmallows all surrounded by Christmas. 

Could this be the start of a new chapter for Bonnie?

I loved this cosy and heartwarming story and did not want to put it down. 

I really enjoyed getting to know both Bonnie and Debbie. They both have difficulties in their pasts which makes them seem to connect with each other despite the age gap. 

The recipes for the marshmallows and hot chocolate sound delicious and will certainly make your mouth water. 

The setting of the Marshmallow Cafe sounds simply wonderful and a place that I would definitely love to visit. 

This is a perfect Christmas read. 

Purchase Link

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About the Author 

CP Ward is an author from Cornwall in the UK.

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A Kiss in the Snow by Rosie Green

 Today I am pleased to share with you my review of the heartwarming and romantic Christmas read from Rosie Green. Thank you to Rachel's Random Resources for inviting me to take part, and for my copy the ebook in exchange for my honest and unbiased review. 

Book Description

After a cruel twist of fate sends her hurtling into a black hole of despair, Carrie is absolutely dreading the festive season - especially with sister, Krystle, being even more demanding of her time and energy than usual. But then friend Maddy offers Carrie a lifeline: the chance to get away from it all in a holiday cottage in the gorgeous little village of Silverbells. Deciding that a few weeks of tranquillity - reading, baking and going for long walks in the countryside - might just restore her mood, Carrie is quick to take up the offer. But on arriving, it very soon becomes clear that this break is going to be anything but peaceful!

An unwelcome houseguest proves unsettling enough - especially one who whistles loudly first thing in the morning and is far too cheerful for his own good - but finding herself drawn into the spooky mystery of her missing neighbour means there really isn't much time for personal reflection. And then love comes knocking, and Carrie is forced to decide exactly where her heart lies.

Will this festive season be the disaster Carrie predicted? Or will Santa be good to her and deliver her heart's desire? One thing's for sure - this will be a Christmas Carrie will never, ever forget...

My Review

This is such a romantic and heartwarming read, and one I loved from beginning to end. 

In this book we meet Carrie who isn't feeling very festive this Christmas. She feels pressure from her twin sister Krystle, who is constantly demanding her attention and after some bad news she is despair over how to move forward. 

Luckily one of her best friends Maddy comes up with an idea for Carrie to escape for a while and get a chance for some peace and quiet. She offers Carrie a stay in a holiday cottage in the village of Silverbells. This is just the chance that Carrie has been after, the chance to spend her days walking in the countryside, the opportunity to spend her days reading and the chance for some peace.

Carrie packs her bags and heads to Silverbells where she finds she is staying a picturesque cottage and she begins to relax immediately. 

Things however don't stay that way as Carrie soon has an unexpected houseguest who is far too cheery early in the morning, and just what is going on in the mysterious house next door.  Carrie also starts getting to know the people that live in the village and her chances of relaxing are soon far from her thoughts but Carrie is enjoying being in the village and is shocked when the chance of love appears in the village too. 

Will Carrie get the Christmas she wants and will she finally get her happy ever after. One thing is for sure this is going to be a Christmas to remember. 

This is such an uplifting read and one I devoured in one sitting. I am a big fan of the Little Duck Pond Cafe series and I think this is a great addition to the story. 

I enjoyed getting to know more about Carrie and those around her. She is always putting her sister Krystle first so it is nice to see her get the opportunity to do something for herself. 

The village of Silverbells sounds idyllic and the perfect place to relax for Christmas. 

The romance in the story is just wonderful and will keep you guessing right up until the end to find out the outcome.

This story is a brilliant festive addition to the series and one you will not want to miss.  

 

Purchase Link

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About the Author

Rosie has been scribbling stories ever since she was little.

Back then, they were rip-roaring adventure tales with a young heroine in perilous danger of falling off a cliff or being tied up by 'the baddies'.

Thankfully, Rosie has moved on somewhat, and now much prefers to write romantic comedies that melt your heart and make you smile, with really not much perilous danger involved at all - unless you count the heroine losing her heart in love.

Her series of novellas is centred around life in a village cafe. The latest, ‘Lucy’s Great Escape', is out now.

Rosie will be revisiting the Little Duck Pond Café with a beautiful story of love and friendship at Christmas time, entitled A Kiss in the Snow, out in October 2020.

Social Media

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No Room at the Little Cornish Inn by Nancy Barone

Today is my turn on the Blog Blitz for this wonderful heartwarming festive treat from Nancy Barone. Thank you to the team at Aria Fiction inviting me to take part, and for my copy of the ebook in exchange for my honest and unbiased review. 

Book Description

Rosie Anderson was hoping to whisk her young son Danny away for a lovely Christmas with family, far from the hustle and bustle of her life in London. But then her boss at the head office – aka Susan the Sacker – suddenly assigns her to go in incognito and save a tiny inn in Cornwall from being closed permanently. Rosie doesn't know why The Old Bell Inn is performing so badly but it's on her to sort it out! 

Hours in the car later, Rosie arrives at the inn to find she's been double booked – there are no rooms left. And she isn't there for more than a minute before she's butting heads with the manager, Irishman Mitchell Fitzpatrick. He seems to dislike her on sight, so it's confusing that he seems to get on so well with Danny... But if he's as terrible as his reputation, Rosie will have to be the one to fire him.

This really isn't the Christmas Rosie was dreaming of. But maybe, just maybe, it could be a whole lot more...

A sweet and uplifting Christmas romance, No Room at the Little Cornish Inn is perfect for fans of Philippa Ashley, Holly Martin and Jenny Hale.

This was such a heartwarming and uplifting read that I loved from beginning to end. 

I really enjoyed getting to know Rosie and her wonderful son Danny. The two of them have such a tight bond and you understand why Rosie was hoping to have the perfect Christmas this year. 

The setting of the Inn sounds beautiful and a wonderful place to spend Christmas its just a shame for Rosie that she will there to work and not enjoy the break. 

The staff at the Old Bell Inn are all a great team and make up such an important part of the story especially the grumpy manager Mitchell Fitzpatrick.

It becomes clear as you read the book the reason that Mitchell is so grumpy and why the Inn is having problems.

I thought the romance in the book was just wonderful and very well written with plenty of twists and turns as the book progresses. 

This is such a cosy and warming read that is perfect for the festive season. 

Read on for a extract

Extract

O’er Hill and Dale

‘Mummy, why do you have to work over the Christmas holidays?’ Danny, my almost eight-year-old son, wants to know as we speed down the M3 towards Cornwall instead of Birmingham. ‘Can’t we go see Nana and Grandpa like we planned?’

The answer, my friend, is, unlike the famous song, not blowing in the wind, but actually blasting from my mobile phone in the form of the infamous and ominous The Ride of the Valkyries tune. It’s the ringtone I’ve assigned to the HR manager at Johnson Hotels Head Office, Susan Hearst – better known as Susan the Sacker.

I’ve lost count of the number of times she’s called since we left London, so I’m entitled to ignore her at least this once. I can always use the excuse that Cornwall has an iffy signal. Even the county border sign I’ve just sped past advises to – and I’m quoting here – remove my face from my phone because I won’t get a decent signal anyway.

I was hoping to have a lovely Christmas with my family and some old friends. Some good food, stops at the local bakery, time for reading a quality book by the fire. All the things that I don’t have time for in London and was really looking forward to this year. And thanks to her, none of it is going to happen. 

Because, at the eleventh hour, she gave me an assignment without any alternative, implying that I could be up for promotion as manager if I sort out the Old Bell Inn in Cornwall. It has lost a star due to a cartload of bad reviews and recent cancellations, creating a big black splotch on the pristine reputation of Johnson Hotels who, in turn, are considering closing it.

I’m supposed to go in incognito, observe, find out what the problems are and report back. But if I don’t, it is, as Susan so politely put it, my ass out on the street. And if working during the holidays isn’t bad enough, the twenty-fourth of December, only three weeks away, is Danny’s eighth birthday.

My little boy shouldn’t have to spend his big day watching his mum work. He should be having a ginormous party with his friends and family in Birmingham. My parents are crushed we can’t be there this year, but they won’t show it so as not to make me feel bad. However, every now and then, they ask me to move back and work in their coach company. Taking care of Danny there would be a breeze, surrounded by my people. Aunt Milly alone would kill to have him to herself. So why do I keep saying ‘Thanks, but no thanks’? Why is it so important to me to be independent, when being independent is making me so miserable?

 

Published by Aria 5th November 2020

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About the Author

Nancy Barone Wythe grew up in Canada, but at the age of 12 her family moved to Italy. Catapulted into a world where her only contact with the English language was her old Judy Blume books, Nancy became an avid reader and a die-hard romantic. Nancy stayed in Italy and, despite being surrounded by handsome Italian men, she married an even more handsome Brit. They now live in Sicily where she teaches English. Nancy is a member of the RWA and a keen supporter of the Women’s Fiction Festival at Matera where she meets up once a year with writing friends from all over the globe.

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The Villa of Dreams by Lucy Coleman

Today I am on the Blog Tour for this fantastic, sunshine filled new release from Lucy Coleman. Thank you to Rachel's Random Resources for inviting me to join the tour, and for my copy of the ebook in exchange for my honest and unbiased review. 

Book Description

'Beautifully written, comforting and utterly uplifting, Lucy Coleman’s stories are the perfect tonic when life is a little grey.' Holly Martin

Seren Maddison left behind a rainy Britain to follow her dreams and live and work in Lisbon. The vibrancy, the beautiful scenery and the sunshine, made her fall in love and she knew, instantly, that it would be her forever home.

International artist Reid Henderson has homes in Lisbon and London. Following his painful divorce, his dream is to turn his luxurious home into an art school and gallery.

When Seren and Reid first meet there is an instant attraction, but they are both people who have been hurt, and each have dreams that are so far apart, they aren’t even on the same page. 

Can they enjoy one summer of happiness together, as life bestows a gift of memories to cherish for the rest of their lives? Or is their destiny to chart a path into the future, in a home where dreams can come true?

Seren and Reid may be about to discover that love is as much about what you are prepared to give up, as what you are prepared to keep hold of.

Let Lucy Coleman transport you away to sun-drenched Portugal where true love really can conquer all, and home is where the heart is. Perfect for all fans of Trisha Ashley, Holly Martin and Sue Moorcroft.

My Review

This is such a wonderful sunshine filled read that is perfect for some escapism from a grey and cold December day. 

Seren Maddison has had enough of working for her controlling father and has made the decision to try something new. Seren is heading to Lisbon to both work and live and is looking forward to her new adventure. 

Lisbon is everything that Seren could have ever wanted and is so different to her life in England. The city is so bright and colourful and full of possibilities for Seren which she fully submerges herself into. Seren is also beginning to make friends with her work colleagues at the gallery and is enjoying exploring Lisbon with them.

It is through her job that she meets international artist Reid Henderson. 

Reid Henderson has home both in Lisbon and London, he has recently come through a messy divorce and has made the decision to turn his home into a gallery and art school.

There is an obvious spark of romance between the two of them from the first time they meet and its clear to see just how much they like each other but they both seem to want different things with their lives. Can the two of them make it work or is Seren going to be unlucky in love again?

What follows is the life of Seren as she has her first summer in Lisbon and spends more time with Reid. This will be a summer neither of them will forget but will their attraction for each other be enough for them both so be together?

This was such a wonderful book to read and I loved it from beginning to end. 

The description of Lisbon sounds truly wonderful and you can almost feel the heat of the city coming off of the pages. 

I really enjoyed the love story between Seren and Reid. It is clear that they both have had difficulties in their lives and that they both find it difficult moving forwards but they are both trying their best. 

I really enjoy the writing style of Lucy Coleman, she has a way of really drawing you into a story and keeping you there right up until the last page. 

this is the perfect read for injecting some sunshine into your life. 

 

Published by Boldwood Books 1st December 2020

Purchase Link

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About the Author

Lucy Coleman is a #1 bestselling romance writer, whose recent novels include Summer in Provence and Snowflakes over Holly Cove. She also writes under the name Linn B. Halton. She won the 2013 UK Festival of Romance: Innovation in Romantic Fiction award and lives in the Welsh Valleys.

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A Christmas Wedding at the Castle by Eliza J. Scott

 Today is my stop on the Blog Tour for this romantic and festive new release from Eliza J. Scott. Thank you to Rachel's Random Resources for inviting me to join the tour, and for my copy of the ebook in exchange for my honest and unbiased review. 

Book Description

Do you believe in fate? Livvie Weatherill does…

This time last year, if anyone had told Livvie Weatherill she’d have fallen in love and would be making plans for her Christmas wedding to Zander Gillespie, she would have laughed in their face. If they’d gone on to say they’d be planning to have their wedding at the imposing Danskelfe Castle, she’d have laughed even louder!

But it would seem fate had plans for her…

Since moving to the pretty moorland village of Lytell Stangdale Livvie is happier than she’s ever been. She’s living with Zander and she’s working at her dream job as a wedding dress designer at Romantique with her friends, Kitty and Violet. It’s fair to say, she’s enjoying immersing herself in village life, from romantic walks in the countryside, to meeting friends at the quaint Sunne Inne. And she can’t think of anything better than rounding off the day cosying up with Zander.

Life is sweet.

Her blossoming friendship with Freda Easton, the endearing but reclusive elderly lady who lives down the lane, has taken everyone by surprise. But Freda has a secret and, in a turn of events no one could predict, she finds herself grateful for Livvie’s fierce loyalty, cementing their friendship further.

Just when things seem to be running smoothly, a face from the past arrives on the doorstep casting a shadow over Livvie’s wedding plans. Adding to the drama, an icy blast of Arctic air brings heavy snowfall to the village, covering the moors in a thick blanket of snow.

Is their love strong enough to withstand the challenges thrown at them? Will they get their magical Christmas wedding?

Join Livvie and Zander – and all the usual characters – for a sparkling Christmas full of love and laughter in Lytell Stangdale.

My Review

This is such a heartwarming and romantic read that I simply adored from beginning to end, and did not want to put down. 

Livvie Weatherill is loving her life and cannot believe how much has changed for her in the last year. 

This time last year she was single and feeling down about her life. Now she is in love with the handsome Zander, who adores her. They have a beautiful cottage together and Livvie has also found the job of her dreams working with her lovely new friends too. 

Livvie is enjoying living in Lytell Stangdale and making the most of all of the opportunities village life has to offer her. Livvie is even striking up a friendship with Freda Easton, the village recluse who lives alone within he village. 

Life could not be better for Livvie and her beloved Zander, but things begin to come undone when a face  from the past returns and causes drama. Could all of their plans be derailed, and could Livvie lose the man of her dreams? 

Life is certainly never dull in Lytell Stangdale and with the snowflakes beginning to fall will the dream winter wedding go ahead?

This is such a wonderful festive read and a great addition to the Life on the Moors series. 

It was great to revisit this beautiful village in the moors and see all of the characters we have grown to love with a few new additions too. 

It s clear from the first page just how much Livvie and Zander adore each other and why they fit together so well. They both have been hurt in the past and deserve the chance of happiness together.

This story is not just full of romance, there is plenty mystery involved too with secrets being revealed which certainly keep you gripped. 

The story is also full of fun, laughter, friendship and festive cheer too making it the perfect book to get cosy and escape with this festive season.  

Eliza J. Scott has done it again with this must read Christmas treat. 

A five star read. 

Purchase Links

UK -  https://www.amazon.co.uk/Christmas-Wedding-Castle-heartwarming-feel-good-ebook/dp/B08M48P9BB

US -  https://www.amazon.com/Christmas-Wedding-Castle-heartwarming-feel-good-ebook/dp/B08M48P9BB

About the Author

Eliza is proud to be a member of the RNA. She lives in a village in the North Yorkshire Moors with her husband, their two daughters and two mischievous black Labradors. When she’s not writing, she can usually be found with her nose in a book/glued to her Kindle or working in her garden, fighting a losing battle against the weeds.

When she's not reading or gardening, Eliza also enjoys bracing walks in the countryside, rounded off by a visit to a teashop where she can indulge in another two of her favourite things: tea and cake.

Her biggest weakness is ginger biscuits dunked in tea.

Eliza is inspired by her beautiful surroundings and loves to write heartwarming romance stories with relatable female characters. She enjoys exploring the dynamics of female friendship, with a key feature of her books being how women pull together and support one another when things get tough.

Eliza's novels will always have happy endings.

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Just for Christmas by Emily Harvale

 

Today I am excited to take part in my first Promo Push for this festive new release from Emily Harvale. 

Thank you to Rachel's Random Resources for inviting me to take part.

Book Description

Could this be true love? Or is it just for Christmas?

Finding an abandoned dog beside the road isn’t the Christmas surprise interior designer, Molly Ford is hoping for. But when the local vet can’t find a space for the bedraggled dog, Molly makes a rash decision. 

The problem is, she’s spending Christmas with her brother, Terence, and his girlfriend is allergic to dogs, so the bundle of wet fur, which Molly has named Miracle, might not be the only one needing a home this Christmas.

And Miracle causes chaos wherever he puts his paws. He pees on the Christmas tree, shreds the Christmas presents and eats the honeyed ham. That’s just the first night. 

When Terence’s best friend, Chance offers Molly and Miracle a place to stay for Christmas, Molly is ecstatic. She doesn’t mind at all when he informs her there are strings attached. She’d rather like a festive fling with gorgeous Chance.

Now Molly’s in for another surprise. Chance is about to pop the question. Except it’s not to Molly. In fact, he needs her help to get the dilapidated cottage he’s bought, all clean and sparkly in time for his girlfriend’s impending arrival on New Year’s Eve.

But as Molly and Chance grow closer, spending time together beneath the stars in a winter wonderland and enjoying the Christmas festivities, they realise they have feelings for each other.

Could this be true love? Or is it just for Christmas?

Purchase Link

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About the Author

Emily writes novels, novellas and short stories about friendship, family and falling in love. She loves a happy ending but knows that life doesn't always go to plan. Her stories are sure to bring a smile to your face and a warmth to your heart.

Emily loves to connect with her readers and has a readers' group in which many have become good friends. To catch up with Emily, find out about the group, or connect with her on social media, go to her website at www.emilyharvale.com.

Having lived and worked in London for several years, Emily returned to her home town of Hastings where she now writes full-time. She’s a member of the SoA, an Amazon bestseller and a Kindle All Star. When not writing, she can be found enjoying the stunning East Sussex coast and countryside, or in a wine bar with friends, discussing life, love and the latest TV shows. Chocolate cake is often eaten. She dislikes housework almost as much as she dislikes anchovies - and will do anything to avoid both. Emily has two mischievous rescue cats that like to sprawl across her keyboard, regardless of whether Emily is typing on it, or not.

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Unwrapping the Best Man by Rachael Stewart

 

Today is Publication day for this hot and steamy new release from Rachael Stewart. Thank you to Rachel's Random Resources for inviting me to take part, and for my copy of the ebook in exchange for my honest and unbiased review. 

Book Description

On the first night of Christmas, her sexy crush finally gave to her—an unbelievably hot night! Now she’s ready for nights two, three and four… Unwrap the steamy sequel to Getting Dirty by Rachael Stewart.

I’ve lusted after brawny, gorgeously rough Jackson Black for six lust-fueled, unrequited years. But Jackson has rules, and the big one is “no getting involved with clients” of his elite London sex club. Including me. But our best friends are getting married, and for one deliciously hot night, the maid of honor and best man agree…what happens in the Scottish Highlands, stays in the Scottish Highlands.

It was everything I wanted and more…until the complete jerk disappears during the night.

Now it’s Christmas, and I have a plan to prove to Jackson Black just how much I don’t care, that he doesn’t turn me on like a Christmas tree. Only Operation: Naughty Elf is backfiring big-time. That aching need for his touch is stronger than ever. It’s painfully clear that I want more than just a fling from the untouchable Jackson Black.

I have one chance to unwrap the best man. But is this sexy, guarded grinch about to steal my heart…or break it?

My Review

Having read the previous instalment from Rachael Stewart, 'getting dirty' I was so excited to read this sequel and wow this was such a hot and steamy book that I simply could not put down. 

Caitlin Carey has been a member of Blacks, an exclusive sex club for six years and the owner, Jackson has always been easy on the eye for her and she has always wanted to get know home better. Jackson is a very quiet and private person and most definitely will never mix business with pleasure. That is until they are both pushed together at the wedding of their best friends, where the pair of them have one hot, wild and steamy night together. leaving Caitlin waiting more. But Jackson is so appalled by his behaviour with Cait and knowing he can not offer her more.

After avoiding each other for months the two of them accidentally meet up and the chemistry between the pair is obviously visible, so the two of them make a plan to just become friends with benefits. But will this be enough for Cait and will Jackson give in to his feelings too? 

This was such a hot and steamy read that you could almost feel the heat coming off the pages.

having read 'getting Dirty' it was fab to read the sequel and to get an insight into the lives of Caitlin and Jackson. The book is full of so many twist and tuns you really cannot predict the outcome and the chemistry between the two of them positively sizzles. 

Caitlin has had her eye on the gorgeous, but serious Jackson for such a long time, he appeals to her in so many ways and she is desperate together to know him better so it is a dream come true when she spends that one hot night with him. But she is devastated when he only wants one night. Caitlin hatches a plan and decides to get Jackson back in her life she must play dirty. 

Jackson is a very complex man and has his reasons and secrets from his past for not getting involved with Caitlin but it is obvious he does care about her. 

This is a HOT addition to the Mills and Boon Dare library and one you should definitely not miss out on reading. 

A fantastic five star read!

Published by Mills and Boon Dare 26th November 2020

Purchase Link

http://mybook.to/unwrappingthebestman

About the Author

Rachael Stewart adores conjuring up stories for the readers of Harlequin Mills & Boon and Deep Desires Press, with tales varying from the heartwarmingly romantic to the wildly erotic.

She's been writing since she could put pen to paper as the stacks of scrawled on A4 sheets in her loft will attest to, and the lovingly bound short stories that her father would run off at work and proudly share out with his colleagues. Thinking it was a pipe dream to be published one day, she pursued a sensible career in business but she was really play-acting, achieving the appropriate degree and spending many years in the corporate world where she never truly belonged. Always happiest when she was sat at her laptop in the quiet hours tapping out a story or two. And so here she is, a published author, her full-time pleasure, a dream come true.

A Welsh lass at heart, she now lives in Yorkshire with her husband and three children, and if she's not glued to her laptop, she's wrapped up in them or enjoying the great outdoors seeking out inspiration.

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