Jennifer Griffith

Freya Whitmore has made reservations for Bing and herself at the Bells Chalet as her brother has finally agreed to take a vacation. Upon arrival, Freya and Bing can’t help but notice the empty parking lot and some other signs that they made be the only guests at the Bells Chalet. The reservation was made online, so hotel owner Ellery Hart isn’t aware of the familial connection and assumes her guests are a married couple. Ellery’s primary concern is providing them with the best experience possible, although one couple won’t solve her financial problems.

The story is told in alternating chapters from Bing and Ellery’s POVs. It’s a delightful contemporary romance in a charming setting. The chalet hotel is transformed into a festive and cozy atmosphere with a combination of hard work and creative ideas while romantic sparks are glittering in the air. If you enjoy thoughts of an enchanting winter location and love horses, you won’t want to miss this story. Listen closely, and you might hear the sleigh bells now.

A recipe for Aunt Shauna’s Hot Chocolate Mix from the Griffith Family is available at the end of the novel.

Reviewer’s Note: I began reading this series with Book 1. However, you can start reading the magical holiday series at any time. The author’s note shares that the stand-alone romances can be enjoyed in a loop.

"Book 1 leads to book 2, and so on, and at the end, book 8 loops back to book 1, with recurring characters. In other words, a reader can start with any book, read the subsequent book, and then complete the loop."

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Leela Miller returned to Massey Falls in the spring after the loss of her mother. Freesia Miller had created the Cookie House, the annual fundraiser for the Ladies Auxiliary of Massey Falls. All residents know that the 3rd Tuesday in December is the Christmas Cookie House fundraiser, followed by the Holiday Ball in the evening. The auxiliary depends on this annual event to fund the following year's service projects. This year's event is in jeopardy. Leela is determined to save her mother's legacy for the town regardless of the obstacles. Will the 3rd Tuesday in December be magical this year or a failure of epic proportions?

Contemporary romance in a holiday setting is joyous when the author creates a dilemma for the characters that affects them individually and as a potential couple. If you like romantic sparks, a small town setting, the glitter of holiday magic, and delicious descriptions on every page, you won't want to miss this story.

All who love Christmas cookies will be thrilled to discover the recipe for gingersnaps at the end of the story. By the way, not just any gingersnaps but "Truly the Most Delicious Soft Gingersnaps in the World" from the Griffith family.… (más)