Shannon the MC is an absolutely likeable and loveable woman and James the new man to the village is magnetic and dreamy. But when Shannon discovers James is in Ireland because he’s claiming to be the long-lost grandson of her elderly neighbour, Maeve Doolin, she is immediately suspicious. Shannon has known kind Maeve since she was a little girl and feels protective of her, so she’s determined to find out the truth. Even if it means spending more time with James… Full five stars… good storyline, humour and feel-good factor. Look forward to the next in the series.’ Goodreads reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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Shannon Kelly just went through an unexpected break up with her boyfriend. It wasn’t the outcome she was expecting, so she is wondering if she will ever find true happiness. Christmas is going to arrive whether she is ready for it or not. The twinkle lights, the hot chocolate and the joy of the season isn’t exactly what she wants right now. Shannon’s huge Irish family is there for her and they are ready to turn her broken heart around. Shannon slips on the ice and James Cabot is there to catch her, she can’t help but wonder if he is “the one”. Shannon shows James around Emerald Bay and the more time they spend together, the more Shannon realizes that maybe this Christmas won’t be so bad after all.

I did use the spoiler tag, but for some reason it still shows at the moment, so I put it yet a bit farther down A cute and heart-warming family story… Get comfy under your winter blankets with a warm cocoa ready, because you will not be able to put this wonderful, heart-warming book down!’ @bre.nda18reads Thank you to Bookouture, NetGalley & Michelle Vernal for the Advanced Reader’s Copy of this book for my honest review. By far one of my favourite books I've read this year … I loved every minute … I laughed out loud so many times!!… Just adored this story! ’ Goodreads reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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I loved the beautiful Irish Christmas blessings that are included in this book. They provide a traditional accompaniment to this modern Christmas story. Will she leave Emerald Bay broken-hearted? Or will Imogen realise that home really is where the heart is? Christmas in the Little Irish Village is the first book in a series by Michelle Vernal featuring the Kelly family of Emerald Bay. I am excited to read the sequel and find out more about the enchanted Irish village. Shannon Kelly is on her way home for the festive season. She’s bringing with her a broken heart and her cat.

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Can Shannon trust James? And will she get the happily-ever-after she’s been hoping for this Christmas? There is lots of fun interactions between the family members that brings a fun element to the story. The customers in the pub bring another element of humor to the story. Shannon’s cat, Napoleon, has a personality all of his own and lets you know it! The foods described sound mouth wateringly amazing. I'm so envious of the family/sister relationships and I adored the seriously relatable laugh out loud cringe worthy moments , and some teary moments. All in all delightful. This book is such a Christmas treat, which will fill you up with love, happiness, cheer, delight and joy, as it warms your heart on a cold winter's day. If you love Christmas books set in Ireland, with a wonderful audiobook narrator who portrays a fantastic Irish accent, then this is the book for you!

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Christmas in the Little Irish Village is the first book in a new series by Michelle Vernal. It features the Kelly Family of Emerald Bay in Ireland. Good Christmas story that takes place in a small village in Ireland. It is full of family, quirky villagers, vivid descriptions, and a bit of a mystery. After a heartbreaking break-up with her French boyfriend, Shannon heads home to Emerald Bay and her family. One thing she is sure of - she's off men for the foreseeable future. This is reinforced by two embarrassing encounters with a handsome American man. An American guy,an Irish gal snowed in together with an elderly neighbor it looks like love may be a blooming in this charming rom-com. When secrets are revealed though it just may send that fledgling romance south . This book is just lovely, so entertaining. The humor is great and had me laughing out loud. So heart-warming and charming, so looking forward to the next in this series.I really loved and adored this book, and it really cheered me up, as it is uplifting and full of humour. I recommend it highly. If there is one book you have to buy this Christmas, then this is the one! You won't be disappointed! If you're looking for a slow read with some holiday feels, this is a good choice. I didn't love how much focus there was on the past, or how slow the romance felt, but the characters were enjoyable enough to read about, and there are a lot of family feels that readers may enjoy. Full five stars… good story line, humour and feel-good factor. Look forward to the next in the series.’ Goodreads reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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Charming… Heart-warming read that captures the essence of the holiday spirit and the power of love and family. It’s a perfect book to curl up with by the fire during the festive season. I thoroughly enjoyed it and would recommend it to anyone looking for a heart-warming Christmas story.’ @booksdaisy, ⭐⭐⭐⭐ I absolutely loved this book, everything about it. It's warm, cosy, funny, touching and I really enjoyed the trope which I won't say, as not to spoil it for anyone. I haven’t laughed so hard over a book in years… The writing kept you wanting the books to last and not end… This one was a riot!!!’ Goodreads reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐Vernal writes a truly beautiful and magical book, where you really feel you know the characters and you are in their little Irish village with them. The narration done by Jessica Reagan was wonderful: her soothing voice created a pleasurable listening experience. A lovely book written by Michelle Vernal which can be made into a good Hallmark movie. I started this with little expectations, and was so pleasantly surprised to find a book that seems more or less written just for me. Definitely more of a comfort read, but with a few serious topics thrown in and enough things going on to not feel shallow. Strong Women ~ Ireland ~ Snow ~ Sisters ~ Family ~ Irish Pub ~ Music ~ Friends ~ Well-written characters ~ Small town charm ~ Adoption ~ Singing ~ Women’s Fiction ~ Christmastime