ellaada's review against another edition
emotional
funny
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.25
cleg11's review
5.0
Thanks to netgalley for the chance to read this book.
What a brilliant book to end the bluebell castle series. Read in less than 24 hours, couldn’t put it down.
What a brilliant book to end the bluebell castle series. Read in less than 24 hours, couldn’t put it down.
el_catimi's review
emotional
hopeful
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? No
3.5
yvo_about_books's review
4.0
Finished reading: July 8th 2021
“People don't have a finite capacity to care. If you don't ever let your shields down, it's not possible to have more than superficial relationships.”
I confess that I don't usually read Christmas themed stories unless it's December, but after highly enjoying the first two books of this trilogy, I didn't want to wait five months until reading Tristan's story. And I definitely liked what I found! Starlight Over Bluebell Castle has once again confirmed to me that Sarah Bennett's writing and me are a perfect match, and I love the way she writes her romances. This is such a sweet and adorable read and I loved meeting up with the different characters again... They are all so easy to like, and I loved how Jess and the little ones fitted right in with the rest of the bunch. The story isn't overly Christmas themed, as most of the focus is on organizing the upcoming Holiday event including the winter festival. And there are so many wonderful descriptions included that make you wish you could visit the castle and the grounds yourself! The writing is engaging, and makes it really easy to keep turning the pages, and I liked how the story wrapped up in the end. I will definitely read more of her books in the future.
kazza248's review
5.0
Like the two books that came before this one, this is a wonderful heartwarming love story. This one follows the third triplet, Tristan, and his love for Jessica, the woman from his past that always had a place in his heart.
The characters of Jessica and Tristan were believable and loveable from the start, it was nice to see the rest of the family in the book too.
Jessica was an events planner who worked with Tristan years earlier before she married Steve and had two small boys, but their marriage was at an end and she was going to take to boys back home to live with her parents, it was not something she looked forward to, then at her leaving party Tristan put in an appearance and offered her a job to organize Christmas and New year events at the castle in Derbyshire, although it was reckless she accepted and moved into the Castle with the boys.
Jessica and the boys are welcomed warmly by all of the family. She can’t wait to get to work. She really loves her job and the boys love their new home even though it's temporary. follow their story and the love growing between Jessica and Tristan.
The run up to Christmas and the events over Christmas make you feel like you are there enjoying the festivities with them, it is such a shame this is the last book in this series, maybe one more book a couple of years later with everyone settled and maybe a few additions to the family....well done Sarah on another brilliant series.
The characters of Jessica and Tristan were believable and loveable from the start, it was nice to see the rest of the family in the book too.
Jessica was an events planner who worked with Tristan years earlier before she married Steve and had two small boys, but their marriage was at an end and she was going to take to boys back home to live with her parents, it was not something she looked forward to, then at her leaving party Tristan put in an appearance and offered her a job to organize Christmas and New year events at the castle in Derbyshire, although it was reckless she accepted and moved into the Castle with the boys.
Jessica and the boys are welcomed warmly by all of the family. She can’t wait to get to work. She really loves her job and the boys love their new home even though it's temporary. follow their story and the love growing between Jessica and Tristan.
The run up to Christmas and the events over Christmas make you feel like you are there enjoying the festivities with them, it is such a shame this is the last book in this series, maybe one more book a couple of years later with everyone settled and maybe a few additions to the family....well done Sarah on another brilliant series.
thewoollygeek's review
5.0
I adored this, I loved the whole series and I am sad to see it end (unless there are more, please write more) I think it’s always a sign of a great book when you need to know more, what happens next , this was a lovely slow burn second chance romance. No drama or angst, I will criticise in that nothing seemed resolved about Marcus, or what happened there. Just brushed over, but it was so lovely I can’t mark it down.
You need to read this series it just melts you
Thanks to netgalley and the publisher for a free copy for an honest opinion
You need to read this series it just melts you
Thanks to netgalley and the publisher for a free copy for an honest opinion
clarab12's review
4.0
I love Jess and Tristan as characters and this one has got to be my favourite from the series. Although I'm pretty sure that I say that about each book!
This is such a fun and cosy story and when you add in Christmas it is just perfection!
This is such a fun and cosy story and when you add in Christmas it is just perfection!
gemmiejewel's review
5.0
Plot
The most magical time of the year…
Jessica Ridley’s life has just been turned upside-down – and not in a good way! So when blast-from-the-past Tristan Ludworth invites her to stay at Bluebell Castle and transform it into a winter wonderland, it’s the perfect distraction for Jess and her two young children…
Jessica is used to planning even the most elaborate events in her sleep, but she certainly didn’t expect to be working so closely with Tristan at the castle – or that she could still find him quite so handsome after all this time!
And with a little holiday magic in the air, it’s becoming harder and harder to resist his charms. Can Tristan convince Jess to give love one more chance, just in time for Christmas?
Review
Where do I start?
Firstly, I want to thank Harper Collins for generously gifting me a copy of this book.
I absolutely adored everything about every single page of this. This is the first in the Bluebell Castle series I’ve read but I feel that it could easily be a stand alone. Jess is a wonderful character filled with love but the insecurities we can all relate to. Her two little boys are adorable and so well written I found myself nodding thinking yeah that’s what kids do!
Tristan - uh yummy! But again a well rounded individual.
I loved the story and the journey that Jess goes on. It’s serious yet light enough to get turkey invested. This combined with the almost comical going’s on of the Arthurian legend named siblings was just the perfect blend.
Finally, I want to say this. I didn’t just read this book - I saw this book. Every page created picture and before long I was mentally begging Netflix to make a Christmas movie from it. The Christmas setting just comes alive and evokes the feelings and sense memory you have attached to it.
Utterly delightful.
Now, where can I find a real Bluebell Castle?
Rating
5 stars
Recommend
Absolutely! Best enjoyed on a cosy night with a bucket of hot chocolate.
The most magical time of the year…
Jessica Ridley’s life has just been turned upside-down – and not in a good way! So when blast-from-the-past Tristan Ludworth invites her to stay at Bluebell Castle and transform it into a winter wonderland, it’s the perfect distraction for Jess and her two young children…
Jessica is used to planning even the most elaborate events in her sleep, but she certainly didn’t expect to be working so closely with Tristan at the castle – or that she could still find him quite so handsome after all this time!
And with a little holiday magic in the air, it’s becoming harder and harder to resist his charms. Can Tristan convince Jess to give love one more chance, just in time for Christmas?
Review
Where do I start?
Firstly, I want to thank Harper Collins for generously gifting me a copy of this book.
I absolutely adored everything about every single page of this. This is the first in the Bluebell Castle series I’ve read but I feel that it could easily be a stand alone. Jess is a wonderful character filled with love but the insecurities we can all relate to. Her two little boys are adorable and so well written I found myself nodding thinking yeah that’s what kids do!
Tristan - uh yummy! But again a well rounded individual.
I loved the story and the journey that Jess goes on. It’s serious yet light enough to get turkey invested. This combined with the almost comical going’s on of the Arthurian legend named siblings was just the perfect blend.
Finally, I want to say this. I didn’t just read this book - I saw this book. Every page created picture and before long I was mentally begging Netflix to make a Christmas movie from it. The Christmas setting just comes alive and evokes the feelings and sense memory you have attached to it.
Utterly delightful.
Now, where can I find a real Bluebell Castle?
Rating
5 stars
Recommend
Absolutely! Best enjoyed on a cosy night with a bucket of hot chocolate.
vikkiew87's review
5.0
Read this gorgeous beauty in less than 24 hours. Just like all of Sarah’s books, this is a fantastic read. Definitely worthy of five stars. I absolutely loved it.
leedemort's review
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
reflective
relaxing
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.5