starburst3625's review against another edition
5.0
This lovely story can be called a Friends to Love story and a Second Chance romance. I've always thought that those must be two of the more difficult tropes to write because they are inherently less exciting than some of the other popular tropes. This story kept me engaged and rooting on the hero and heroine. It was well written and sweet. I appreciated the journey as the heroine began to understand what she truly wanted and what was in her heart. Particularly as she came to finally understand that compromise could make all the difference in the potential relationship. The supporting characters added extra interest to the story as well. There are some pretty interesting and unfamiliar names in this story...I can only assume that they are historical names from the area. This book was a lovely and undemanding read. Recommended.
talesuponmyshelf_'s review
4.0
3.5 stars. This was a sweet friends to more story set over the holiday. It was kind of slow for me but I liked the second half of the book. I liked learning about Christmas traditions. I loved the letters about the matchmaking scheme. And the carol that the heroine wrote was so cute!
bookswithnopictures's review
4.0
This seasonal regency read is refreshing for the friends-to-lovers trope. It's not a favorite trope of mine because - generally speaking - there's a severe lack of communication and the MC's are always playing nice, basically the opposite of enemies-to-lovers. However, Jennie's characters, Juliana and Willelm, have such great candor in key moments. It captured my interest and made me question by prejudices for the trope. This probably speaks too much on my own blunt personality.
The last half of the book is really great and made the story for me. The progression of Julianna's feelings were zero-to-sixty but Willelm's loyalty was a charming counterbalance.
I started my read of A Yorkshire Carol without having read the first two in the series. It's a mutli-author project, so I knew going in that the theme would be the same for all five but the character interaction would be extremely minimal.
Thank you to the author for the gifted copy. All thoughts in this review are my own.
The last half of the book is really great and made the story for me. The progression of Julianna's feelings were zero-to-sixty but Willelm's loyalty was a charming counterbalance.
I started my read of A Yorkshire Carol without having read the first two in the series. It's a mutli-author project, so I knew going in that the theme would be the same for all five but the character interaction would be extremely minimal.
Thank you to the author for the gifted copy. All thoughts in this review are my own.
annadixon76's review
emotional
hopeful
lighthearted
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.0
karenthornell's review against another edition
5.0
This book was delightful! It felt like the Christmas season wrapped up in a blanket and served with a cup of cocoa (okay that metaphor might have gotten away from me). It was perfect. No one writes history as beautifully and realistically (though still readable!) like Jennie does. She really truly transports you to the regency era, and I enjoyed every page of this book, from watching Juliana fall in love both with Willelm and Yorkshire to learning how they counted sheep (
melissasbookshelf's review against another edition
5.0
Adored this audiobook version of A Yorkshire Carol! The story is a friends-to-lovers trope and the way Jennie Goutet developed this theme was particularly well done. I loved how Juliana discovers that her old childhood friend might just be the love of her life.
Juliana grew up in Yorkshire, but when she moved with her parents to London, she got caught up in all the glitz and glamor of society. When her godmother asks her to return for Christmas, she grudgingly obliges.
The last thing she expects is to fall in love with her childhood friend. However, when Willelm starts paying attention to other women she begins to realize all the things she appreciates about her friend, but is it too late?
I loved the way this story progressed. At first, we are introduced to Willelm the way Juliana remembers him, as just an average man who is slightly awkward in fashionable society. As the story unfolds, we begin to see Willelm through new eyes as his strong character and delightful personality shine through. We fall in love with him just like Juliana!
The narrator did an amazing job bringing each character to life. I especially enjoyed the various accents and male voices. She has a pleasant voice and it was easy to listen to.
With all the fun traditions of a Yorkshire Christmas, this is definitely a book that will get you in the Christmas spirit with plenty of romance as well! Highly recommend this audiobook and the entire Christmas Match series! Each story is a stand alone read, but each has a charming matchmaker connecting the stories. Thanks to the author for gifting me an advanced copy of the audiobook. All opinions are my own and I was not required to provide a positive review.
Juliana grew up in Yorkshire, but when she moved with her parents to London, she got caught up in all the glitz and glamor of society. When her godmother asks her to return for Christmas, she grudgingly obliges.
The last thing she expects is to fall in love with her childhood friend. However, when Willelm starts paying attention to other women she begins to realize all the things she appreciates about her friend, but is it too late?
I loved the way this story progressed. At first, we are introduced to Willelm the way Juliana remembers him, as just an average man who is slightly awkward in fashionable society. As the story unfolds, we begin to see Willelm through new eyes as his strong character and delightful personality shine through. We fall in love with him just like Juliana!
The narrator did an amazing job bringing each character to life. I especially enjoyed the various accents and male voices. She has a pleasant voice and it was easy to listen to.
With all the fun traditions of a Yorkshire Christmas, this is definitely a book that will get you in the Christmas spirit with plenty of romance as well! Highly recommend this audiobook and the entire Christmas Match series! Each story is a stand alone read, but each has a charming matchmaker connecting the stories. Thanks to the author for gifting me an advanced copy of the audiobook. All opinions are my own and I was not required to provide a positive review.
staceylovestoread's review against another edition
5.0
Jennie Goutet has written another fantastic Regency story that is a perfect addition to A Christmas Match series! Willelm and Juliana's Christmas romance had me hooked from the beginning and I couldn't read it fast enough. I loved the Yorkshire dialect sprinkled in and was fascinated by the counting of the sheep. I enjoyed all the Christmas traditions that were featured as they really brought out the festive feeling. Now all I want for Christmas is to attend a house party like this!
I received an Advanced Reader Copy and all opinions are my own.
I received an Advanced Reader Copy and all opinions are my own.
kcherry's review
5.0
A lovely Christmas season read! Juliana and Willelm are childhood friends that have grown apart when Juliana moves to London. They meet again during the Christmas season at a house party in Yorkshire along with other unattached young people. Relationships grow and love blossoms for some. Wonderful characters in this book! I've enjoyed how the theme of matchmaking via correspondence among the matrons in the series has tied these books together. Another wonderful sweet regency romance by Jennie Goutet! A perfect book to curl up with during the holiday season!
bookishwayfarer's review
medium-paced
4.0
For my full review: https://www.bookishwayfarer.com/blog/review-a-yorkshire-carol-by-jennie-goutet
This novella transports you back in time to a rural, Regency estate at Christmastime. There, you bear witness to charming Christmas traditions, tantalizing culinary creations, and a sweet, friends-to-lovers romance. Although it is set during the holiday season & makes for a wonderful holiday read, at its core, it is a cozy read that can be enjoyed at any time of year.
This novella transports you back in time to a rural, Regency estate at Christmastime. There, you bear witness to charming Christmas traditions, tantalizing culinary creations, and a sweet, friends-to-lovers romance. Although it is set during the holiday season & makes for a wonderful holiday read, at its core, it is a cozy read that can be enjoyed at any time of year.