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- Dec 15, 2021
- 3 min read

Christmas in the Scottish Highlands by Donna Ashcroft (BOOKOUTURE) 5 Stars

Publication Date 11/10/21 book 289 Pages

Synopsis

Welcome to the gorgeous little Scottish village of Christmas, where snow is falling, presents are being wrapped and the locals are writing their festive wish lists. Will this finally be the year that Belle’s dreams come true? Thirty-year-old Belle Albany is feeling lonely this Christmas. Another whole year has passed and her life is… exactly the same as it was last December. She longs for true love and a little bit of winter magic – but she’s almost given up on finding it in the sleepy Scottish community where she lives… When Belle crashes into elderly Edina on her cherry red bicycle, it’s not the meet-cute she’d been hoping for. But she immediately recognises the lost look in Edina’s watery-blue eyes and resolves to organise a Christmas to remember for them both – brimming with mince pies, mulled wine and lots of sparkle. Although Belle hadn’t counted on Edina’s home being a crumbling Scottish castle and she certainly hadn’t been expecting Edina’s handsome long-lost grandson Jack Hamilton-Kirk to turn up on the doorstep in the middle of a snow storm… Jack is arrogant, rude and bossy and Belle is convinced he’s about to ruin the seasonal cheer she has worked hard to create. He’s basically the Grinch in human form, so why does her heart race every time they’re in the same room? They disagree on almost everything, from menu choices to music, and yet she starts to glimpse a softer side hidden behind Jack’s clipped words and brooding countenance. As they hunt down costumes for the annual nativity show and save a donkey from a snowy disaster, Belle can’t ignore their growing attraction. But will a secret from Jack’s past come between them? Or will this finally be the year Belle falls in love? This gorgeous, festive read is like a warm hug in a book! The perfect cosy romance to snuggle up with this Christmas. Fans of Nicola May, Trisha Ashley and Debbie Macomber will love this wonderfully uplifting novel.

My Review

Wow what a brilliant book. This is the second book I have read by this author and she is definitely one to watch out for. The story line is so brilliant and heartwarming. It has a wonderful sense of community love. The writing style is so clever just telling you enough about the characters to think you know and love them. This creates a brilliant sense of atmosphere and you are always surprised by what comes next. I loved the diversity of characters and how they are brought together creating such a wonderful Christmas story. This is a perfect Christmas book with everything you are ever going to need to keep you frantically page turning to find out what happens next. I couldn't put this book down. There were so many ups and downs , twists and turns that you get a real sense of tension. It brings out so many emotions that you won't want this book to end. I really can't wait to read more from this author her books are wonderful.

So much praise goes out to the author and publishers for bringing this amazing holiday story to life, bringing so much joy to many. You won't be disappointed.