As Krys is known as Mrs Christmas she is in her element but as Brett is once again called away for work will her Christmas be ruined or could this be the start of a new life? These two were meant to be united, although it is not an easy road for them to find happiness together, but it is a romance, so the reader knows it will all end happily. Hoping to reconnect with her boyfriend Brett, the pair set off on their festive retreat. However, Brett soon runs them into danger when he drives the wrong way. Can she melt Max’s Grinch-like heart? And can he show her that life doesn’t need to go to plan to take you somewhere magical....

A spectacular Christmas romance that will fill you with joy and make you want to spend the holidays in the Lake District - as long as Max and Jake are there, too! Heart-warming festive read… Gives you a wonderful and warm Christmasy feeling’ NetGalley review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ With her thriving business Cottage Angels, Freya Bolton prepares the Lake District’s holiday homes for Christmas visitors. It’s her job to think of everything, from cinnamon-scented candles to tasteful decorations and hampers of seasonal treats.I'd no plans to go within a million miles of anything to do with Christmas ever again. I just wanted to...hide away... Until now." A fabulous read. I adored this from beginning to end. Phillipa Ashley never disappoints, her books are a warm hug on a cold day.’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Ashley sets this novel in a Staffordshire village near by the Lakes, it is set in December as she is here in time to save Christmas and the fact it describes the large open fire in 'Holly Manor' several times. Meaning it was cold outside. If only her love life were such a success… After being burned by past relationships, she’s now determined to steer clear of love for good.

The crux of the story is although Freya has a very successful business she hasn't had much success with her love life. All her friends are matched up and her best friend is about to get married. When an ex turns up looking absolutely gorgeous and obviously still attracted to Freya it starts a bit of a will they wont they. However for me it was the humour and characters which resonated. Of course every story needs a person that is not likable, and this book has Brett. He is created perfectly to not like him, however he is not criminal, just selfish and clueless as to how he should treat people. But fate immediately throws a spanner in the works in the form of a broken-down car, a flooded river and Max; a man who despises Christmas. Krystle didn’t have a normal childhood and longed for warm family Christmases with presents under the tree. Now she makes sure everyone else has the perfect Christmas she never had, bringing beautiful decorations to cheer as many people as possible. If you’re looking for something that’s lighthearted as well as emotional, dark and a little bit hopeful, this is your book. It’s a Christmas book, but perfect for any time of year!Krys and Max are particularly vivid characters. Both are carrying a burden from their past and illustrating how we can become defined in ways we never intend. Philippa Ashley writes such great heart-warming stories and this is one to wrap you up in a warm hug’ NetGalley review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

But fate immediately throws a spanner in the works in the form of a broken-down car, a flooded river and Max ; a man who despises Christmas. I absolutely loved The Christmas Holiday. It's a heartwarming and emotional tale that's easy-to-read and will get you into the festive spirit. 🎄❄️✨️ This was another lovely read from Ashley and I enjoyed how passing references were made to characters from other books that are set in the Lake District. Full to the brim of romance and Christmas, this was a sweet story with likeable characters from start to finish.The dramatic opening scenes were an unusual way to start a book by this author but it immediately grabbed my attention. It is clear that Krys has invested a lot of time and emotion into this Christmas getaway with her boyfriend. But, being stranded in a rising ford and with the rain lashing down is hardly the start to the perfect holiday she had imagined. Krys is devastated by the damage that is caused by her Christmas decorations because they have such sentimental value. And this is what summarises Kry's character: she is devoted to Christmas and thrives off the joy spread through decorations. A lovely, glittery Christmas story … A gem to read, this book is both festive and heart-warming … So enjoyable to read and extremely hard to put down�� NetGalley review⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Another great chic lit love story from Phillipa Ashley. I feel like I've been bingeing her books lately, but I'm thoroughly enjoying them! I can listen to them on audio while I'm working without distracting myself from what I need to do, which is fantastic. This is a perfect Christmas book . Loved it . Set in a beautiful part of the country… A great read . Loved the twists and it had the ending you wanted. Brilliant ’ NetGalley review⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ That moment when you start reading a book and you fall immediately into a zone that all readers want to be in, whatever that is called, that’s exactly what happened with this book! Immediately I know the characters that I am going to love and the one that I’m not so crazy about. I know I am in for a great journey!I enjoyed this wonderfully emotional story by Phillipa Ashley. She is a favorite author of mine and I think this may be my favorite book of hers, but I usually feel that way after finishing each of her books! A tough upbringing saw Krys taken to the Lakes as a young girl on a break for underprivileged children; where she saw her dream home. Now, as an adult, she's come across the same house and has rented it for the holidays.