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bakerisreading's review against another edition
3.0
Appreciated for the setting and the festive feeling. Felt a bit drawn out but was a good choice for the holidays.
amengelking's review against another edition
3.0
Not terrible, not wonderful, but a rather mediocre holiday diversion. My complaint isn’t that it was predictable, because of course it was predictable, but rather that it was perhaps not magical enough? I wanted feel more of the feels.
desertlover's review against another edition
2.0
2.5 STARS
I am a huge fan of Morgan, but this one was not what I have come to expect from her writing. I found the characters frustrating and the plot was cliché and repetitive. Despite being a holiday storyline, it seemed too heavy. I enjoyed Alix/Zac romance much more than Christy/Zeb. I felt like poor Aunt Robyn should have received more much attention than she did.
I am a huge fan of Morgan, but this one was not what I have come to expect from her writing. I found the characters frustrating and the plot was cliché and repetitive. Despite being a holiday storyline, it seemed too heavy. I enjoyed Alix/Zac romance much more than Christy/Zeb. I felt like poor Aunt Robyn should have received more much attention than she did.
francisca69's review against another edition
4.0
I was introduced to Sarah Morgan's books at the time through the book ‘Sleepless in Manhattan’, the first part of the series 'From Manhattan with love'. Very nice books with not too much depth, with those books you could still notice that she wrote bouquet series booklets for years, at least that’s my thoughts. Nowadays she writes two books a year, a Christmas book and a summer book, and I must say that these books have much more depth, of course there is also a spontaneous and sensual love affair but it is of secondary importance to the story.
This story is about two young women who have been friends for years and the aunt of one of the two. The often fairly long chapters are written alternately from the perspective of the three different people. Christy, who always wants to do everything perfectly, has a marital crisis that she wants to solve at any cost. She therefore sends her friend Alix with her young daughter Holly to her aunt in Lapland for them to join later. Her husband Seb thinks it's a big responsibility for Alix and asks his friend Zac to come along. Alix does not really like this when she hears about it, Zac on the other hand…
Arriving in Lapland it turns out that they have to sleep together in the chalet where Christy & Seb will be staying. Fortunately there is a couch because Alix does not want to know anything from Zac, you slowly hear why she does not want to know anything from Zac. You will also find out about the history of Christy and why Christy is such a perfectionist, and how the relationship with the aunt, Robyn, is. Robyn is the sister of Christy's deceased mother. There is a lot of drama in their history but well, there is sometimes in reality too. Every now and then I was only a little annoyed by Christy who wanted to do and arrange everything perfectly, that's not always possible. The arctic environment was pleasantly described and for that reason alone it is a perfect Christmas read.
Characters = 7 | Atmosphere = 8 | Writing Style = 8 | Plot = 7 | Intrigue = 7 | Logic = 7 | Enjoyment = 8 | Score 7.43 = 4 stars
This story is about two young women who have been friends for years and the aunt of one of the two. The often fairly long chapters are written alternately from the perspective of the three different people. Christy, who always wants to do everything perfectly, has a marital crisis that she wants to solve at any cost. She therefore sends her friend Alix with her young daughter Holly to her aunt in Lapland for them to join later. Her husband Seb thinks it's a big responsibility for Alix and asks his friend Zac to come along. Alix does not really like this when she hears about it, Zac on the other hand…
Arriving in Lapland it turns out that they have to sleep together in the chalet where Christy & Seb will be staying. Fortunately there is a couch because Alix does not want to know anything from Zac, you slowly hear why she does not want to know anything from Zac. You will also find out about the history of Christy and why Christy is such a perfectionist, and how the relationship with the aunt, Robyn, is. Robyn is the sister of Christy's deceased mother. There is a lot of drama in their history but well, there is sometimes in reality too. Every now and then I was only a little annoyed by Christy who wanted to do and arrange everything perfectly, that's not always possible. The arctic environment was pleasantly described and for that reason alone it is a perfect Christmas read.
Characters = 7 | Atmosphere = 8 | Writing Style = 8 | Plot = 7 | Intrigue = 7 | Logic = 7 | Enjoyment = 8 | Score 7.43 = 4 stars
talesofaliteraryaddict's review against another edition
4.0
I do love a Christmas read. I believe this is the first of Sarah Morgan’s books I’ve read but it’s the perfect winter romance. Verging on a one bed trope with a little angst, I can’t wait to read more!
rosemwood's review against another edition
4.0
I have become a fan to Sarah Morgan Christmas stories. I like that they are not the typical Hallmark feeling. This one is about friendship, family and love. I also loved that I learned of a new place that I would love to spend Christmas at. Lapland, Sweden with a Santa setting and the Aurora Boreus.
sarahthereadingaddict's review against another edition
5.0
Great festive read.
The descriptions of Lapland In all its shimmery/snowy loveliness, was so good, I felt like I was there.
I love the relationship dynamics and ups and downs they each go through because its gives it a bit move of a realistic spin, life isn't always peachy.
I loved the friendship between Chrissy and Alix. It is so relatable. Friendships have ups and downs but the true ones always work through stuff both easy and hard.
I like the visit the Alix and Zac make. Its really Christmassy.
I absolutely love the festive deal to this story and its so heartwarming. I thoroughly enjoyed reading it.
The descriptions of Lapland In all its shimmery/snowy loveliness, was so good, I felt like I was there.
I love the relationship dynamics and ups and downs they each go through because its gives it a bit move of a realistic spin, life isn't always peachy.
I loved the friendship between Chrissy and Alix. It is so relatable. Friendships have ups and downs but the true ones always work through stuff both easy and hard.
I like the visit the Alix and Zac make. Its really Christmassy.
I absolutely love the festive deal to this story and its so heartwarming. I thoroughly enjoyed reading it.
k6lefru1t's review
lighthearted
relaxing
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
suzyq436's review against another edition
4.0
Oh Sarah does it again!
I have read every single one of Sarah's Christmas stories and I am amazed at her ability to delve so deep into human relationships. I feel I am part of the relationships and the characters' lives because she does a brilliant job of fleshing out her characters.
Loved the atmosphere as well. Bravo!
I have read every single one of Sarah's Christmas stories and I am amazed at her ability to delve so deep into human relationships. I feel I am part of the relationships and the characters' lives because she does a brilliant job of fleshing out her characters.
Loved the atmosphere as well. Bravo!