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wilko's review
4.0
This was a very enjoyable read, when it comes or Christmas reads nothing beats this type of book, the characters in Hollydell are all friendly and you get to know them more as the book goes on so you become even more invested in them. Admittedly I did want to strangle Maggie at times due to her not wanting to admit what was really happening to her relationship, but I also get not wanting to admit defeat until the bitter end. I love the traditions and the mystery behind some on the townsfolk and how they embrace everyone who visits which ensures many appear to have made coming to Hollydell a solid yearly tradition of their own. Now Maggie has the choice to enjoy her holiday and see where things go with a special someone in town as well as enjoy being part of festivities or wallow in misery about Dirk the Dic... ahem well you know what I mean!
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
wilsonkayla's review
5.0
I’m Glad I Found You This Christmas: Maggie is worried her boyfriend Dirk is drifting away from her after his promotion and move to London. Her best friend Renee convinces her to book a romantic Christmas getaway and give Dirk one last shot to propose. Maggie finds herself traveling to Scotland, spending Christmas in the hidden wonderland of Hollydell. Will Hollydell work its magic on Maggie? What about reindeer farmer and cat lover Henry?
This book was adorable. I love reading about cute little holiday towns. You can just tell Hollydell smells like pine and peppermint and nutmeg. The people in the village, both the residents and the holiday visitors are also delightful and fun.
I felt for Maggie, trying to make momentum into a healthy relationship. Dirk is terrible and trash. But Renee is so sweet and a wonderful, patient friend. I want to see her back in Hollydell! Henry, the love interest, is really great. I wish there was a little more time spent with him though. The romance didn’t really kick in until the very end, so my only complaint is the lack of epilogue or something.
This book was adorable. I love reading about cute little holiday towns. You can just tell Hollydell smells like pine and peppermint and nutmeg. The people in the village, both the residents and the holiday visitors are also delightful and fun.
I felt for Maggie, trying to make momentum into a healthy relationship. Dirk is terrible and trash. But Renee is so sweet and a wonderful, patient friend. I want to see her back in Hollydell! Henry, the love interest, is really great. I wish there was a little more time spent with him though. The romance didn’t really kick in until the very end, so my only complaint is the lack of epilogue or something.
mbenzz's review
I’m glad I only got the sample of this book. The writing is so juvenile and cheesy. No thanks.
jendee05's review against another edition
4.0
Amazing! This story follows Maggie whose long term relationship hit a snag when her boyfriend Dirk moved to London for work while she stayed in Cambridge. After four years together her boyfriend seems to be dodging her calls and distancing himself from her. In an effort to repair their relationship and possibly convince him to propose, she books them a holiday getaway in the remote town of Hollydell Scotland. When Dirk misses his train to meet her at their destination she begins enjoying the Christmas festivities without him, meeting all the locals including the very handsome Henry who runs the reindeer farm. Will Dirk make it to the quaint village? Or will Maggie find what she’s been missing in Hollydell?
This holiday romance was truly a Hallmark movie in a book. I absolutely loved this clean, fluffy, Christmas romance!
This holiday romance was truly a Hallmark movie in a book. I absolutely loved this clean, fluffy, Christmas romance!
wilko's review against another edition
4.0
This was a very enjoyable read, when it comes or Christmas reads nothing beats this type of book, the characters in Hollydell are all friendly and you get to know them more as the book goes on so you become even more invested in them. Admittedly I did want to strangle Maggie at times due to her not wanting to admit what was really happening to her relationship, but I also get not wanting to admit defeat until the bitter end. I love the traditions and the mystery behind some on the townsfolk and how they embrace everyone who visits which ensures many appear to have made coming to Hollydell a solid yearly tradition of their own. Now Maggie has the choice to enjoy her holiday and see where things go with a special someone in town as well as enjoy being part of festivities or wallow in misery about Dirk the Dic... ahem well you know what I mean!
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
books_of_ren's review
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5
Easy read for bedtime listening
bandrh's review
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
3.5
henrismum's review against another edition
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
First in series - Delightful Christmas / First by author - C.P. Ward
Audiobook (All of my entries on The Story Graph are audiobooks.)
Why I added this book to my TBR pile: For a long time, I had Christmas at the Marshmallow Cafe on my list, but when I added it to my Christmas reading list, I saw that it was #4 of a series, so I started with book one.
Will I read more of the series / author?Probably Not Maybe Highly Likely
It was kind of a sickly sweet story, but full of Christmas magic. I rolled my eyes a bit, but it also made me smile.
The narrator was Penny Wyatt-Gold. It took me a while to get used to the narrator and I had to listen at an accelerated speed, but it turned out okay.
Source: Hoopla
Audiobook (All of my entries on The Story Graph are audiobooks.)
Why I added this book to my TBR pile: For a long time, I had Christmas at the Marshmallow Cafe on my list, but when I added it to my Christmas reading list, I saw that it was #4 of a series, so I started with book one.
Will I read more of the series / author?
It was kind of a sickly sweet story, but full of Christmas magic. I rolled my eyes a bit, but it also made me smile.
The narrator was Penny Wyatt-Gold. It took me a while to get used to the narrator and I had to listen at an accelerated speed, but it turned out okay.
Source: Hoopla