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Peppermint Stick (Boston Bucks 10) by Cathryn Fox-review tour

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💚Peppermint Stick (Boston Bucks 10) by Cathryn Fox-review tour💚

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ABOUT THE BOOK: Release Date November 18, 2025

After a Thanksgiving PR disaster went viral, I’m back in Snowberry Falls, Vermont, running the town’s Christmas festival—and praying it saves my career.

Then my ex shows up—parading his influencer fiancée—and I need a win. Fast.

Enter Penn Radford: Boston Bucks enforcer, tabloid magnet, and currently stranded without a room at the fully booked inn. I know his type. Loud, flashy, allergic to shirts…and the guy who punched mall Santa.

My solution? Team up. Fake a holiday romance. Nail the festival. Fix his image. Easy.

But the mistletoe buzzer won’t quit, and those pretend kisses? They feel way too real. And when my past comes back swinging, I have to figure out if Penn is the real deal…or just another mistake wrapped in peppermint sheets.

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REVIEW:PEPPERMINT STICK is the tenth instalment in Cathryn Fox’s contemporary, adult BOSTON BUCKS erotic, hockey romance series. This is Boston Bucks enforcer Penn Radford, and PR specialist Jaylyn Quinn’s story line. PEPPERMINT STICK can be read as a stand alone without any difficulty. Any important information from the previous story lines is revealed where necessary.

Told from dual first person perspectives (Jaylyn and Penn) PEPPERMINT STICK follows with the return of Penn Radford and Jaylyn Quinn to Snowberry Falls, Vermont as Penn celebrates Christmas with his eccentric aunt .The proverbial no room at the inn finds Penn rooming with Christmas festivities and parade organizer Jaylyn Quinn, who needs a favor in the face of humiliation, a public relations disaster at her previous job, and facing down her ex boyfriend, the new mayor of Snowberry Falls. What ensues is a pretend relationship and engagement between Jaylyn and Penn but the jealousy expected becomes more than what Jaylyn bargained.

The world building focuses on the preparations for the town Christmas celebrations but Jaylyn’s past is determined to destroy the growing love between our story line couple. From sabotage to provocation, anything that can go wrong is threatening any chance at a happily ever after.

The relationship between Jaylyn and Penn is a friends to lovers; a fake engagement that quickly turns into something real.Jaylyn’s ex refuses to let go, determined to take back what doesn’t belong. Penn knows his ‘affair’ with Jaylyn is only for show but our hero is hoping for his own happily ever after. The $ex scenes are passionate and seductive without the use of over the top, sexually graphic language and text.

There is a large and diverse cast of secondary and supporting characters including Jaylyn’s extended and immediate family: Penn’s aunt Elaine, as well as Jaylyn’s ex Dylan and his fiancée Sloane.

PEPPERMINT STICK is a story of secrets and lies, betrayal and vengeance, jealousy and obsession, family and friendships, relationships and love. The character driven premise is lively and heartwarming ; the characters are animated and spirited; the romance is spicy and impassioned.

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Reviewed by Sandy

New York Times and USA Today bestselling author Cathryn Fox is a wife, mom, sister, daughter, aunt and friend. She loves dogs, sunny weather, anything chocolate (she never says no to a brownie) pizza and red wine. Cathryn lives in beautiful Nova Scotia with her husband, who is convinced he can turn her into a mixed martial arts fan. When not writing, Cathryn can be found Skyping with her son living in Seattle (could he have moved any farther away?) shopping with her daughter in the city, watching a big action flick with her husband, or hanging out and laughing with friends.

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Just One More Date (Sterling Family)by Carly Phillips-review tour

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Just One More Date (Sterling Family 7) by Carly Phllips-review tour

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ABOUT THE BOOK: Release Date November 17, 2025

Leo Watson needs a pretend girlfriend for a business Christmas party.

Could the cute barista who serves his favorite coffee drink play the part?

Camille Hendricks is willing… for a price—an interview at his sister’s PR company.

The game seems easy but their attraction is all too real.

When sexy lines are crossed, both Leo and Cammie stand to lose something more important than business.

They risk losing each other.

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REVIEW:JUST ONE MORE DATE is the seventh instalment in Carly Phillips contemporary, adult STERLING FAMILY romance series, interconnected with the author’s DARE, KINGSTON and STERLING worlds. This is financial analyst Leo Watson, and barista Camille ‘Cammie’ Reed story line. JUST ONE MORE DATE can be read as a stand alone without any difficulty. Any important information from the previous story lines is revealed where necessary. Leo is friends with Charlotte ‘Charlie’ Kendall JUST ONE MORE AFFAIR #5.

Told from dual omniscient third person perspectives (Leo and Camille) JUST ONE MORE DATE focuses on Leo Watson’s search for a date for the company’s annual Christmas Eve part, a date to play the part of his ‘temporary’ girlfriend but when his friends turned him down, Leo approaches the beautiful barista who serves his daily peppermint mocha latte, a woman with whom Leo will fall in love. As Leo and Cammie begins to dance around one another, not one but two betrayals begin to push Cammie out of his life.

The world building covers but a few days in the life of our story line couple as Cammie and Leo get to know one another but Cammie is not part of the world in which Leo was raised, and in this, or heroine finds herself on the outside looking in, feeling like she doesn’t belong.

The relationship between Cammie and Leo begins with an offer of a fake relationship; a one night party that will quickly turn into something more. As Cammie struggles to fit in, Leo is determined to claim our heroine as his own. The $ex scenes are intimate and passionate without the use of over the top, sexually graphic language and text.

We are reintroduced to Leo’s best Charlotte ‘Charlie’ Kendall, and his sister Jenny Watson.

JUST ONE MORE DATE is a story of power and control, secrets and lies, family and friendships, relationships and love. The fast paced, character driven premise is entertaining and captivating; the romance is seductive; the characters are determined and energetic.

 

Reading Order and Previous reviews
Just One More Moment
Just One More Dare
Just One More Mistletoe
Just One More Temptation
Just One More Affair
Just One More Time

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Reviewed by Sandy

ABOUT CARLY PHILLIPS:

After a successful fifteen-year career with various New York publishing houses, and over 40 sexy contemporary romance novels published, N.Y. Times and USA Today Bestselling Author Carly Phillips is now an Indie author who writes to her own expectations and that of her readers. She continues the tradition of hot men and strong women and plans to publish many more sizzling stories. Carly lives in Purchase, NY with her family, two nearly adult daughters and two crazy dogs who star on her Facebook Fan Page and website. She’s a writer, a knitter of sorts, a wife, and a mom. In addition, she’s a Twitter and Internet junkie and is always around to interact with her readers.

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Romance and Peppermint Lattes by Debbie Macomber – a Review

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Romance and Peppermint Lattes by Debbie Macomber – a Review

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Here Comes Trouble

Maryanne Simpson has been putting in the work to become a respected journalist, a journey made that much easier by her father owning a newspaper! An unflattering piece written about her by rival columnist Nolan Adams lights a fire under her, and before you know it, she’s quit her job, moved out of her luxury apartment and sworn off her trust fund.

Desperate to prove to Nolan—and herself—that she’s got what it takes to make it on her own, she suddenly finds herself neighbor to the gruff newsman. He’s certainly not an appropriate match for a socialite like herself, but as the days pass, Maryanne finds herself wanting something more than just his respect…

The Forgetful Bride

When Caitlin Marshall and Joseph Rockwell were eight and ten years old, they got married in a pretend ceremony. Now, twenty years later, Caitlin is a businesswoman trying to leave those embarrassing childhood memories behind. If only Joseph—now a successful Seattle contractor renovating her office—would let her forget.

Her professional image is deeply important to her, which is why Joe gets so much enjoyment out of teasing her in front of her boss. But harmless pranks are a cover to deeper feelings, and Cait and Joe find themselves steps away from realizing there just might be something real between them after all.

 

 

Review:

Romance and Peppermint Lattes by Debbie Macomber are two novellas in this collection.

Here Comes Trouble

We meet MaryAnne Simpson who works at a Seattle newspaper, with the help from her father, who owns a number of newspapers.  MaryAnne wrote an article, and to her dismay, a cynical reporter writes about MaryAnne’s column, about her being a rich girl debutante; with both the rival reporter and her going back and forth.  Nolan Adams decides to meet MaryAnne for dinner to discuss their thoughts.  MaryAnne quits the paper, as she takes a few different jobs, as a maid and now a waitress.  Nolan helps her get an apartment where he lives, next door to his own apartment. She wants to prove to Nolan and herself that she has what it takes to make in on her own.  

In a short time, both MaryAnne and Nolan become close, but he is determined not to become involved romantically; even though he continues to kiss her. Though Nolan finds himself attracted to MaryAnne, he doesn’t feel she is not a match for a socialite like her.  Will MaryAnne find a way to win over Nolan? I really enjoyed this story, as it was so very well written by Debbie Macomber.

 

The Forgetful Bride

When Caitlin Marshall and Joseph Rockwell were 8/10 years old, Caitlin insisted that Joe marry her, in a fake ceremony.  Twenty years later, Caitlin has a crush on her boss, and meets the contractor who is fixing their work place. At first, she doesn’t recognize Joe, from 20 years ago, but he remembers her very well; as he teases her about their childhood wedding.

Joe continues to tell people he married her in there childhood years; and she tries to ignore him, but in a short time, a friendship grows.   Joe realizes that Cait has feelings for her boss, and he goes out of his way to continue to tease her, even in front of her boss.  In reality, the boss is not interested and slowly Joe pushes to get Cait to look at the truths. 

Joe gets lots of enjoyment convincing Cait to spend more time together, with fun pranks, leading to deeper feelings.  When Cait realizes that her best friend, is the one who her boss wants.  But now, as time has passed, both Cait and Joe begin to realize that their relationship is becoming very real.

Romance and Peppermint Lattes was a sweet romantic novellas that was lots of fun.   Romance and Peppermint Lattes was very well written by Debbie Macomber.  I suggest you read both novellas, as it was an enjoyable read.

Reviewed by Barb

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Bleeding Heart (Sara Browne 4) by Tricia T Larochelle-review tour

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Bleeding Heart (Sara Browne 4) by Tricia T Larochelle-review & excerpt tour

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ABOUT THE BOOK: Release Date December 3,2024

Sara Williams yearns for a tranquil existence as she embraces her new life as a teacher and wife. Her ultimate desire is to cultivate a sense of security and simplicity alongside her husband, Scott.

But the escape of a notorious convict, Randy Meyers, disrupts Sara’s and Scott’s newfound stability, unleashing a wave of fear and uncertainty.

While danger looms, Sara is offered an unforeseen opportunity that threatens her future with Scott. Amidst the chaos of Christmastime, Sara and Scott’s love is put to the ultimate test. With each twist and turn, they must decide: will they let fear dictate their destiny, or will they embrace the unknown with open arms?

The heart that beats the hardest is the one that refuses to bleed out hope. Dive into Sara’s world and witness the true mettle of the Christmas spirit.

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REVIEW:Bleeding Heart: A Holiday Romance is the fourth book in the Sara Browne series by Tricia T. Larochelle

Sara and Scott got married six years ago, and now they are trying to put together the life that they have always wished for. Scott is working at an architectural firm, and Sara is working at a middle school with special needs students. They are building their lives together. Scott is building their dream home.

Sara loves her work and just wants a peaceful, calm life with Scott.

While she struggles at times to overcome the trauma of her past, she works hard to try and keep it in check. That is until a infamous murderer escapes, and Sara’s world is turned upside down. Their small town is on high alert, and this brings Sara’s trauma and emotions to the surface again.

While she struggles, she is faced with a difficult choice. Will this choice threaten her future with Scott.
Can they get through the turmoil that has once again overtaken their lives.

This book was a wonderful holiday addition to the Sara Browne series. It can be read as a stand-alone, but I recommend the entire series. This book, as with all of the books by Tricia, takes you on a whirlwind journey through emotions, twists and trauma. I not only love the main characters in these books, but the sub-characters of Amy and Luke are also amazing. I highly recommend if you want a twisty, turn of emotion’s this holiday season.

Reading Order and Previous Reviews
Flickering Heart
Revive
Handfast

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Reviewed by Erin K

 

 

Copyright 2024, Tricia T. LaRochelle
I awoke to the light of the moon filtering in through the plantation blinds, our room quiet as a mouse. The measure of Scott’s breathing told me he was out cold. I turned over to face my clock that flashed 2:33 a.m. with its neon-blue digits. Why was I awake? A dry mouth answeredme. Thirst. I did eat a lot of pizza, and I did have two cosmos. I sat up, trying to rouse my mind enough to head to the bathroom to get some water.
All at once, a noise came out of nowhere. What was that?
I froze. Was it the wind hitting the house? The forecast had called for high winds, the enemy of outdoor Christmas decorations. Plus, this house was new, and I needed to get acquainted with its creaks and gentle moans. A nearby oak cast its shadowy branches across my window, and I found myself imagining it waving hello.
I lowered my feet to the floor and stood, my body suddenly cold. After making love, I often slept naked next to Scott, but in the winter, my shoulders had a way of chilling the rest of my body. Realizing this, I shuffled over to my closet and grabbed a nightshirt and pants made of brushed cotton.
Another sound came from … upstairs? I gazed at the ceiling. Was it a scrape or …? I struggled to process.
And then bang.
My heart practically leaped out of my chest.
Okay, that wasn’t the wind. And that wasn’t a tree, either, unless one was coming through
our second floor right now. I crept over to Scott and shook his shoulders. “Scott, I heard a noise upstairs.” Terror engulfed my senses, making it difficult to breathe.
All I could think was is it the escaped convict, Randy? 


 

Since she was a little girl, Tricia T. LaRochelle has been obsessed with tragic love stories. No
beach reads for her. Bring on the grit with a double side of turmoil. She likes to feel the character’s anguish as they fight to overcome obstacles to be together. Growing up in central
Vermont, she has seen her share of tragedy but remains a hopeful romantic. She now lives in
central Virginia where she continues to foster the possibilities of how love can conquer all.

Flickering Heart is the first book in the Sara Browne Series. Stay tuned for updates and announcements on Instagram, Twitter, or sign up for her email list at TriciaLaRochelle.com.

 

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INHERITED HOLIDAY by M. Robinson -review tour

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ABOUT THE BOOK: Release Date November 21, 2024

Bah freaking humbug.
I hate Christmas—always have, always will. From the gaudy trees to the over-the-top decorations and the traditions everyone clings to like they’re sacred.
Particularly my family.
They own Mistletoe Town—a Hallmark movie come to life and a place most people only dream about. Thanks to an unexpected inheritance from my great-grandfather, it’s my personal nightmare.
I’m stuck running this Christmas-obsessed town with an avalanche of memories I’ve spent thirteen years trying to forget.
But it’s not just the town I abandoned… it’s her.
And no matter how much I play the Scrooge, I’m about to find out some ghosts from the past can’t be ignored—or outrun.
Especially now that she’s my sweet new employee, baking spirits merry and bright.
If I want to stay off the naughty list, I have to learn how to play nice.
And let go of the past.

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REVIEW: INHERITED HOLIDAY by M. Robinson is a stand alone, contemporary, adult, erotic, holiday romance story line focusing on general contractor and heir to Mistletoe Town Nicholas Saint Clair, and baker Noelle Woods.

Told from dual first person perspectives (Nicholas and Noelle) INHERITED HOLIDAY follows Nicholas Saint Clair as he returns to Mistletoe Town in the wake of his grandfather’s death. Nicholas wanted something different for his life, and left the family owned town years before but with his grandfather’s death came the surprise announcement that Nicholas had inherited Mistletoe Town, and was expected to make an appearance at the next town meeting. Nicholas had always wanted to do something else with his life, and when the woman he loved refused to leave, Nicholas walked away without looking back. Noelle Woods loves living and working in Mistletoe Town, and as the local baker, Noelle is looking forward to everything Christmas but the return of Nicholas Saint Clair brings with it too many heart breaking memories including the heart breaking reality of Nicholas walking out of her life. Reconnecting with Nicholas meant helping him overcome his Christmas Grinch ways, and in doing so, found the happiness she lost so many years before.

The world building focuses on the rekindling romance between our story line couple, a romance broken but Nicholas need to run from the town his family owned. Having always wanted to do something else, Nicholas found himself on the outside looking in upon his return to Mistletoe Town.

The relationship between Nicholas and Noelle is one of second chances; a rekindling romance in which Nicholas and Noelle never stopped loving one another, and were quick to forgive for sins of the past. The $ex scenes are intimate and provocative without the use of over the top, sexually graphic language and text.

The colorful secondary and supporting characters include Nicholas brother Felix, and their sister Holly, parents and grandmother.

INHERITED HOLIDAY is a holiday story of family and friendships, relationships and love. The fast paced premise is inviting and spirited; the characters are animated, sassy and determined; the romance is spirited and tender.

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Reviewed by Sandy

Wall Street Journal & USA Bestselling Author M. Robinson loves to read. She favors anything that has angst, romance, triangles, cheating, love, and of course sex! She has been reading since the Babysitters Club and R.L. Stein.

She was born in New Jersey but was raised in Tampa Fl. She was pursuing her Ph.D in psychology, with two years left. However, she dropped out of school and became a fulltime writer.

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Made for Mistletoe by Nan Reinhardt – a Review

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Made for Mistletoe by Nan Reinhardt – a Review

 

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This Christmas he has big plans until he meets a beautiful distraction….

Army reservist Cameron Walker loves everything about the holidays in River’s Edge—celebrating with his big family and carving out more time to work on his custom design furniture in his studio. But when he meets a visiting artist and niece of a family friend, he’s eager to break his work plans for play. He knows first-hand life’s short.

Teacher and artist Harper Gaines is bowled over by the handsome and friendly finish carpenter she meets during her vacation. His admiration for her art and his enthusiasm for life light her up, and remind her of how much she’s been missing since her soldier husband’s death. But when she discovers Cam’s also a soldier, she retreats, unable to risk another loss.

Cam has never felt such a strong connection, and he won’t give up without a fight. But will Cam’s persistence and the magic of Christmas be enough to convince Harper to take a chance on them?

 

 

Review:

Made for Mistletoe by Nan Reinhardt is the 3rd book of The Walkers of River’s Edge series.  We meet Harper Gaines, who lost her husband, stationed in Kuwait, in a truck accident caused by a major sandstorm.  Harper is still grieving almost 2 years later, and decides to leave her home town to drive away, and ends up in River’s Edge, where her two Aunt’s live.  Mary and Dot Higgins are happy to see Harper, and they offer her to stay at their place; though she is close to her aunts, all she wants is to be left alone to continue to grieve. Mary and Dot are determined to help her overcome her intense grief and learn to live her life again.

Cameron Walker loves everything about River’s Edge, always celebrating with his huge big family, as well as carving more of his custom design furniture at his studio. Cameron wants to find someone who can paint a chest for his mother for Christmas, and when he meets Harper, who is the niece of a family friend; he is determined to convince her to help him paint the chest. At first, Harper refuses to paint a chest, as she is not really familiar working on furniture. In a short time, Harper agrees to help, and they become fast friends.

As their friendship grew, Cam made it his goal to help Harper learn to live life again, and remind her what she is missing.  Cam knew he was falling hard for Harper, and hoped she would overcome her grief.  Cam was the prefect one for her, always happy with his life, and eventually winning her over with his kindness and heart. The people in River’s Edge were great, and slowly Harper began to feel accepted; meeting new women friends, such as Jazz, Anna, meeting all of the Walker family, getting an apartment over Mac and Carly place (giving her a place to sketch and paint). I loved seeing Harper begin to blossom and slowly find love with Cam, and making many new friends in River’s Edge. 

Made for Mistletoe was a wonderful addition to this wonderful The Walkers of River’s Edge series. Made for Mistletoe was a sweet romance, wonderful couple, fun, great secondary characters, and learning to move on from intense grief.  Once again, Nan Reinhardt gives us another wonderful story in River’s Edge, which was so very well written.  No surprise, as I love all of her previous books.  If you enjoy romance, great couple, wonderful secondary characters, and fantastic small town, I suggest you read this book.  Can’t wait to see what is next.

Reviewed by Barb

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A Christmas Duet by Debbie Macomber – a Review

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Halley Morgan’s life has always revolved around music. She once had big dreams of becoming a professional songwriter, but the reality of life has led her to working as an assistant high school band teacher in Portland. As the holidays approach, Hailey dreads the annual tradition of spending Christmas with her family and dodging her mother’s meddling questions about her love life.

When Halley’s close friend offers her the use of her family’s empty cabin for a rejuvenating solo holiday retreat, Halley finally decides to do something to make herself happy. However, her arrival in the small town of Podunk, Oregon, is anything but peaceful when she discovers the cabin has been invaded by several wild animals. Luckily, Jay, the son of the town’s main store proprietor—and an incredibly handsome and charming former musician to boot—is more than willing to help.

Soon Halley and Jay are nearly inseparable, chopping down and decorating a Christmas tree, sipping hot cocoa in front of a cozy fire, and best of all, playing music together. Jay’s positive feedback and encouragement inspire Halley to believe she might succeed as a songwriter after all. But even in her snow-dusted oasis, family holiday drama still finds Hailey, interrupting and threatening her newfound peace and confidence. Meanwhile revelations from Jay present complications of their own. Suddenly her Christmas paradise has become a winter storm and Hailey must weather through the challenges to stand up for herself and embrace the holiday spirit.

 

 

Review:

A Christmas Duet by Debbie Macomber is a sweet wonderful heartwarming Christmas holiday story. We meet Halley Morgan, who has always dreamed of becoming a professional song writer, but she currently is an assistant high school band teacher in Portland. Halley isn’t happy to join her family on Christmas, since her mother keeps pushing Halley’s ex-boyfriend to attend Christmas. Her BFF, Katherine are both happy for the holiday break, and when Halley talks about her ex planning to come to their house, she is desperate.  Katherine suggests to her to use the family cabin in the small town of Podunk; enabling her to concentrate on creating her music.  Halley decides to take up Katherine offer and escape having to go to her family’s Christmas celebration, with her ex planning to attend.

 When Halley arrives at the cabin, she senses the feel of her journey in creating her music; but she also discovers some animals that seem to visit the cabin. When shopping at the town’s main store, the owner sends her son, Jay to help rid the animals; and Halley finds him to be charming and handsome, not to mention he too is a former musician. Both Halley & Jay play the guitar and are very passionate about creating music; though she loves writing songs, he is currently working on building his own company.  In a short time, both begin to feel sparks between them, with lots of delightful banter and their love of music.  Jay gives Halley encouragement inspiring her that she can be a successful songwriter, especially when she sang her song at the bar/restaurant, which became so popular, with videos opening up a possible career. Halley and Jay become inseparable, spending fun time together as well as playing music together.

I will say, I really did not like Halley’s mother, who was obsessive and determined to bring the ex-back into the picture. When the video of her song escalated, her parents found out where she was staying, comes to visit; of course, the mother lets the ex-know.   It will take Halley to tell the ex she does not want anything to do with him; especially since she finds herself caring about Jay. I really loved Hailey and Jay together. I liked Halley’s sister, Daisy, who had who came earlier, concerned about her own boyfriend being serious. 

A Christmas Duet was a heartwarming, charming, sweet, cozy romantic story filled with music and love.  It was really nice to see both sisters have their own HEA. A Christmas Duet was so very well written by Debbie Macomber.  I suggest you read A Christmas Duet, as you can n ever go wrong with anything by Debbie Macomber.

Reviewed by Barb

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Christmas in Chestnut Ridge by Nancy Naigle-a Review

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Christmas in Chestnut Ridge by Nancy Naigle-a Review

 

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In the enchanting mountain town of Chestnut Ridge, where tree farms blanket the hillsides and the promise of a white Christmas is ever-present, a heartwarming holiday romance is about to blossom. When Sheila’s best friend convinces her to help decorate a tree in the annual Christmas Tree Stroll fundraiser, she embarks on an unexpected journey of self-discovery, all wrapped in the cozy embrace of a tight-knit community. As she immerses herself in the joy of twinkling lights, hot cocoa, and the camaraderie of the townsfolk, Sheila’s world begins to transform, and she finds the sense of belonging she never knew she needed.

Meanwhile, Tucker, the town’s reliable fire captain, is gathering volunteers to help a family with four young children who have just lost their home to a devastating fire weeks before Christmas. Sheila offers her helping hand, and as the town rallies to support the family in their time of need, sparks of love begin to flicker between her and Tucker.

In this charming town where dreams come true, and Christmas magic is everywhere, come along for a tale of love, community, and the true spirit of the season.

 

 

Review:

Christmas in Chestnut Ridge by Nancy Naigle is the 2nd book in her wonderful Chestnut Ridge series. The story revolves around Sheila, who owns her own business in Richmond, as a successful realtor.  Natalie (book one heroine), moved to a small town in The Blue Ridge Mountains, in Chestnut Ridge.  With Christmas near, Sheila agrees to return for a few weeks in Chestnut Ridge, to help her bff, Natalie, in the town’s annual decorating contest, The Christmas Tree Stroll fundraiser.

Sheila decides to move in with Orene, a sweet older lady, who always welcomes her when she visits Chestnut Ridge; as well as the community welcoming her.  Natalie and her friend, Amanda begin to work with Sheila on the decorative trees for the contest; and the fun begins.  Chestnut Ridge is a close-knit town, priding themselves to go above and beyond throughout the community.  For example, when a home is destroyed in a fire, the town will rally around the family, helping the family (4 young children), find a temporary home, with everyone helping. Sheila is so moved by the residents helping, as she too will get gifts, as well as help the family in the future.

We meet Tucker, the towns Fire Chief, who is very good at his job, with everyone loving the how he gets his volunteers to do help with various things.  When the fire brought about home destruction, they did manage to stop the fire before it got totally destroyed.  When Tucker meets Sheila, he finds himself attracted to her, as they both felt the sparks between them.  Sheila always steps up to help others, including Tucker; slowly the romance between Tucker and Shelia escalates.  I did love Sheila and Tucker together, hope in the long run, they will find love.

Natalie, Amanda and Sheila are determined to win the contest, as Tucker’s volunteers are also determined to win. I love the camaraderie within the town, with Sheila enjoying the Christmas spirit; with all the residents always helping one another. All the fantastic secondary characters, made this a fabulous town to be part of.

Christmas in Chestnut Ridge was a sweet delightful story of friendship, love, heartwarming, wonderful neighbors and a terrific small-town romance. I loved the Christmas spirit, with all the decorations being done as they lead to Christmas, as well as The Christmas Tree Stroll contest.  Christmas in Chestnut Ridge was so very well written by Nancy Naigle. I wholly suggest you read this book, as it was a great read.

Reviewed by Barb

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