Welcome to Kirsty’s Book Buying Addiction!

Welcome to Kirsty’s Book Buying Addiction!

Welcome to my blog, Kirsty’s Book Buying Addiction. It was hard to come up with a name for this blog but with a friend’s help this is it! I seem to have the problem of buying and downloading books and not a lot of time to read them. I also love discovering new and upcoming authors so please any recommendations throw them my way! 😊

The main aim of my blog is to just spread the love of reading. For me reading is my escape I love going into a different world and I need that in my life to be able to deal with my health. I’ve always been an avid reader as far as I can remember, going to the library a lot as a child especially.

Please send any review requests to me through my twitter account via DM @KirstyOughton26 😊📚

“All Together for Christmas” by Sarah Morgan

“All Together for Christmas” by Sarah Morgan

Synopsis

🎄❤️🎄❤️🎄

This Christmas, the Balfour family will have more secrets to unwrap than presents … 

Becky is stranded at the airport, so when she bumps into her brother’s best friend, Will, and he suggests they drive home together, Becky reluctantly agrees. For the first time, Becky is dreading Christmas, and only Will knows why. Can she trust him to keep her secret?

Rosie married Declan after a whirlwind romance, and now the cracks are starting to appear. Rosie and Declan have agreed to hide their problems from her family, but will this Christmas bring them closer or drive them apart?

Hayley can’t wait for her first Balfour family Christmas with Jamie, but she’s worried about her place in this close-knit family. Will there be room for her too? And how will they react to the secret she and Jamie have been keeping?

All this secrecy could derail everyone’s happy holidays. Can the siblings open up to each other in time to enjoy a perfect family Christmas?

🎄❤️🎄❤️🎄

My Review

I was over the moon to get an early copy of “All Together For Christmas” by the lovely Sarah Morgan. 

In this story we meet a lot of people, Becky who’s not really looking forward to going home for Christmas for her own reasons. She’s then stranded in the airport and bumps into Will, her brother’s best friend and they drive home to Northumberland together. We also have Rosie, Becky’s twin sister, who is newly married to Declan with issues of their own. There’s Jenny who is the mother to Becky and Rosie, also their brother Jamie. Finally there is Hayley who is with Jamie and they have an announcement to make once they get home! 

Well this story was just festive perfection. It took me a little time to get to know the various characters as we have multiple points of view, but I loved this aspect of the story getting to know them all and their significant others. 

Sarah has a way of just drawing you into her stunning settings and wonderful deep characters. Of course I love that this book is set in Northumberland which is local to me 🥰 

I loved the whole family dynamics, including the dynamic between the couples themselves. By the end I was wanting to be a part of their Christmas too! 💖 

This story is full of drama, miscommunication (but it’s done brilliantly), found family, love and friendship. If you want a comforting festive story this Christmas then definitely choose this one ❄️ 

I always love Sarah’s books and can’t wait to see what she writes next! 

Thank you to HQ for an advanced copy of this book. 

Rating: 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟

Author Bio

Sarah Morgan is a USA Today and Sunday Times bestselling author of romance and women’s fiction. She has sold over 21 million copies of her books and her trademark humour and warmth have gained her fans across the globe.

Sarah lives near London, England and when she isn’t writing or reading, she likes to spend time outdoors hiking or riding her mountain bike.

Join Sarah’s mailing list at http://www.sarahmorgan.com for all book news. For more insight into her writing life follow her on Facebook at http://www.facebook/AuthorSarahMorgan and on Instagram at @sarahmorganwrites Contact Sarah at sarah@sarahmorgan.com

“Rewitched” by Lucy Jane Wood

“Rewitched” by Lucy Jane Wood

Synopsis

IT’S TIME TO REDISCOVER HER MAGIC . . .

Belladonna Blackthorn hasn’t lost her magical spark, but she hasn’t seen it in a while either. Balancing work at her beloved London bookshop, Lunar Books, with handling her toxic boss and concealing her witchcraft from those around her – Belle is burnt out. Perfecting the potential of her magic is the last thing on her mind.

But, when her thirtieth birthday brings a summons from her coven and a trial that tests her worthiness as a witch, Belle risks losing her magic for ever. With the month of October to fix things and signs that dark forces may be working against her, Belle will need all the help she can get – from the women in her life, from an unlikely mentor figure and even from an (infuriating) coven watchman who’s sworn to protect her . . .

Can Belle reignite her spark before it’s too late?

My Review

“It’s never the right time. Ever. If you’re waiting for all of the stars and planets to align before you make decisions that’ll make you happier, you’ll be waiting forever” 

When I met Lucy Jane Wood last month and heard a lot more about her books, I just couldn’t wait to dive into my very first witchy read, and I’m so glad I did. 

Belladonna Blackthorn hasn’t really been making the most of her magic, but when it’s time to prove that she needs to keep it, she has to go above and beyond to make sure she does. So what happens when magic is put to the test? 

I don’t want to go into a lot of specifics with the plot on this one because it’s a lot of events that happens with Belle that keeps your attention from the off. 

This time of year is the perfect time to read ‘Rewitched’ it definitely gives fall vibes and a lot of magic too. Belle actually reminded me of Sabrina The Teenage Witch. I’m in my early 30’s so I grew up watching Sabrina and wanting to be her and now wanting to be Belle too! ✨ 

The story mainly focuses on Belle’s magic but there’s also a slow burn going with the lovely Rune and I was there for it 💜 

I wasn’t expecting some of the twists and turns of the storyline so I was completely and utterly hooked. I’m so happy to already have Lucy’s second book ‘Uncharmed’ and I can’t wait to read it.

When I met Lucy she was just so lovely and so down to earth I loved hearing how she became an author and I’d love to meet her again one day 🥰 

Rating: 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟

Author Bio

Lucy Jane Wood is an online content creator, avid reader and cosiness-seeker from the Wirral. These days, you’ll find her living in London, giant coffee in hand, and being headbutted at any given time by her cat.

“Power Play Pursuit” by Marion De Re

“Power Play Pursuit” by Marion De Re

Synopsis

In the game of love, can she learn to trust again? 

After a disastrous relationship, my heart is closed to men—especially smoldering hot hockey players.
Only problem? James Adler, star player of the New York Raptors, hasn’t received the memo. He flirts with me like it’s a full-time job, but I’m not about to fall for his charm—no matter how many abs he sports.
But when my ex crosses a line, James swoops in. He sends him packing and ends up injured in the process. The doctor says James can’t be on his own, and before I can second-guess myself, I’m offering to be his temporary roommate.
Living with James reveals a different side of him, and I discover there’s more to him than a goofy, charming hockey player—including a slight home fragrance addiction and a complicated past that speaks to me in ways I can’t ignore.
With each passing day bringing us closer, he melts the ice I carved around my heart, and I find it hard to stick to the no-flirting rule I established.
Everything about being with James feels right, but is risking my heart again worth the chance at something real?

My Review

“…I promise to keep loving you, in every page, in every chapter, for the rest of our story”

Its been a little while since I have gotten to read a book by Marion De Re, so I picked up the second book in The New York Raptors series; Power Play Pursuit. 

James is a hockey player on the New York Raptors hockey team, and he’s determined to get Elizabeth on side. Elizabeth has just gotten out of a difficult relationship, so the last thing she needs is to fall for another hockey player! 

Of course it goes without saying that I once again loved reading another Marion book. They just flow so freely that you can just get lost in the wonderful characters and the plot too. 

Oh the chemistry from James and Elizabeth is just sparking off the pages from the beginning I don’t know how she tries to resist James’ charm.  I love a good book with amazing banter, it’s just one of the many reasons why I love Marion’s books. 

If you want a beautiful, he falls first, roommates, also touch her and die vibes. Then this is the perfect closed door romance for you ♥️ 

I can’t wait to read more and more of Marion’s books, I get so invested in her series from the off I never want them to end ✨ 

Thank you so much to Marion De Re for my copy of this brilliant book! 

Rating: 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟

Author Bio

Marion De Ré is an Amazon Bestelling author of closed-door romantic comedies with sass, swoonn and sizzle. She lives in the French countryside with her husband and adorable cat. You can expect all your beloved tropes in her writing as well as a good dose of humor and all the feels. When she’s not reading or writing, you can probably find her on a plane to a far-away destination.

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“Secret Haven” by Catherine Cowles

“Secret Haven” by Catherine Cowles

Synopsis

When I first met Kyler Blackwood, he was a bruised and battered boy with fire in his eyes and nowhere safe to land.

Since the first time he kissed me, he became my best-kept secret, my quiet rebellion, my haven in the storm. Until fate forced us apart, making us pretend to be strangers.

Years later, time hasn’t dulled our instant connection, or erased the way we fit together.

We were never meant to cross the line. And tell ourselves this arrangement is only temporary. But with each passing day, the lie starts to feel more like the truth. And, with every stolen touch, Kye feels more like mine. Because some things were never meant to be pretend.

But there are secrets that refuse to remain buried. And some dangers are closer than we ever imagined. . .

My Review

“In my darkest moments, it’s always been you who lit my way”

“I love you. It’s always been you, and it’ll always be you”

“I love you, Sparrow. My spark in the dark, all that’s good” 

As I always say, I’ve been literally counting down the days till the final book in the Sparrow Falls series; Secret Haven. Just beyond happy to have it in my hands and to read it as soon as I could! 

We finally get to know the famous Kyler and Fallon and their story is intense from the beginning. I won’t go into specifics, but it’s such a brilliant and captivating story. 

Once again Catherine has knocked it out of park, which to be honest isn’t surprising 🥹 

Both Kyler and Fallon have their own very intense backstories but they also have an amazing story together. Catherine has created a lot of interesting and unique characters for this whole series. I’d want to be part of the Colson clan myself! 💖 

‘Secret Haven’ is a story you can just get totally lost in, which makes it the perfect book for me. It’s a story about a forbidden romance that defies all odds. Also where Kyler is a tattoo artist and business owner and Fallon is a social worker. But they just fit together! It also includes some of my favourite tropes like second Chance and forced proximity and many more 🥰 

‘Secret Haven’ is a story of mystery too as I could never guess who was making a whole lot of trouble for Kyler and Fallon. They are my favourite characters! 

It was also amazing to be back with familiar characters from the previous books. I highly recommend you grab a copy you won’t regret it 💖 

Loved the tiny nod to discovering Catherine Cowles next world too! 🫶🏻 

Rating: 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟♾️

Author Bio

Writer of words. Drinker of Diet Cokes. Lover of all things cute and furry, especially her dog. Catherine has had her nose in a book since the time she could read and finally decided to write down some of her own stories. When she’s not writing she can be found exploring her home state of Oregon, listening to true crime podcasts, or searching for her next book boyfriend.

#BlogTour for “Letting Go Of Yesterday” by Jo Bartlett

#BlogTour for “Letting Go Of Yesterday” by Jo Bartlett

Synopsis

Sometimes the only way forward… is to go back.

When Rowan Bellamy’s marriage collapses in spectacular style, she retreats with her two children, Bella and Theo, to the last place she ever wanted to return—her windswept Cornish hometown of Port Agnes. Taking the headteacher role at the local primary school is the easy part. Facing village gossip, curious neighbours, and old flames? Not so much.

Especially when one of those flames turns out to be Nathan Lark — the boy who broke her heart and the man who now has a reputation as bruised as her own. With his young nephew Leo a pupil in Rowan’s school, she and Nathan are thrown into each other’s lives once more. And whether she likes it or not, the chemistry between them is impossible to ignore.

As salty sea air begins to soothe old wounds and Port Agnes slowly feels like home again, Rowan must decide if she’s brave enough to let go of the past and open her heart one more time.

My Review

It’s my stop on the blog tour for Jo Bartlett’s newest release ‘Letting Go Of Yesterday’ Thank you to Rachel at Rachel’s Random Resources for the opportunity to take part. 

In this first book of a brand new series, we meet Rowan, who has had to move back to Cornwall after the break down of her marriage, with her two young children; Theo and Bella. Rowan also comes face to face with her childhood crush Nathan… 

Oh wow I really loved this story! Even though it’s a new series I am so happy that it’s set in Port Agnes. Rowan’s relationship with her children really stood out as so special, totally relatable. Which is the same relationship that Nathan has with his nephew, Leo who had muscular dystrophy ❤️ 

I always know I’m in for a treat when reading a book by Jo. This one is full of heartwarming moments, very close friendships, and of course my favourite trope second chance romance.

The moments between Rowan and Nathan were bittersweet because they should have been together from being teenagers 🥰 

I’m really looking forward to the next instalment to the The Cornish Bay Collection, also thank you so much Jo, for the mention in your acknowledgments 🫶🏻 

Thank you to Boldwood Books for an advanced copy of this book via NetGalley. 

Rating: 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟

Author Bio

Jo Bartlett was born a stone’s throw from the English Channel and still lives near the sea in Kent, with her family, so close to the South Eastern edge of England that they’re very nearly French. It’s probably why so many of her books are set near the sea too. Jo has made up stories for as long as she can remember, but never really took it any further, until a catalyst called cancer gave her the impetus to follow her dreams.

Since having her debut novel published in 2015, Jo has had numerous bestsellers in the UK, the USA, Australia and Canada. Jo writes contemporary women’s fiction, with mostly series-based stories that focus on love, friendship, family and community. She also writes grittier standalone novels focusing on a wide range of issues. Since joining Boldwood Books in 2021, Jo has written two bestselling series – the Cornish Midwife novels and the Cornish Country Hospital books, with the first book of a brand new series coming in early 2026.

Back in 2023 Jo celebrated one million sales worldwide and, after twenty-five years in teaching, now writes full time. You can follow Jo on Instagram, her author page on Facebook, or sign up to her newsletter – the details of which can be found on any of her social media accounts.

“Christmas Fling” by Lindsey Kelk

“Christmas Fling” by Lindsey Kelk

Synopsis

Is a fake boyfriend really just for Christmas?

One fake romance. One magical Christmas. One chance to fall in love. 

Laura was all set for a quiet solo Christmas – just her, a bottle of wine, and flat-sitting for a stranger. But when the stranger’s parents mistake her for his mystery girlfriend, she’s swept off to the snowy Scottish Highlands with Callum and his whole family.

Between the cosy sleeper train, charming pubs and breathtaking views, this could be the no-strings-attached Christmas of Laura’s dreams.

But stranger Callum is hot, hilarious and their ‘fake’ chemistry is off the charts.

So is this just a Christmas fling? Or the start of something more?

My Review

When I received a very early copy of ‘Christmas Fling’ I was so excited, especially knowing I was going to meet Lindsey Kelk for the fourth time when this book was released. 

Laura and Callum both meet once at a wedding and once at a baby shower, but they don’t know that their paths have crossed. Until Laura rents an apartment and finds a post shower naked Callum still in the apartment. What happens next is anyone’s guess? 

I can always count on Lindsey to provide me with a laugh out loud story with unique characters and gorgeous settings. This one is set mostly in the Scottish Highlands, which just sounds amazing especially at Christmas time ❄️ 

Of course I have to mention Laura’s friends who also provide a lot of laughter too. This book is one of the most funniest and cute reads I’ve read this year. It’s full of festive moment and of course one of my favourite tropes; fake dating. 

I also loved the dynamic between the main characters with Laura being a trainee neurosurgeon and Callum being a pastry Chef, all be it a brilliant one! 🥰 

This festive season please go and grab a copy of ‘Christmas Fling’ as you won’t be disappointed. It’s everything romance story should be ❤️ 

Thank you to Harper Fiction for an advanced copy of this book. 

Rating: 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟

Author Bio

Lindsey Kelk is the internationally bestselling author of romcoms for adults including Love Me Do, The Christmas Wish, the I Heart series, and the fantasy series, The Bell Witches.

As well as writing, Lindsey co-hosts Tights and Fights, a pro-wrestling podcast on the Maximum Fun network, and hosts and produces the award-winning beauty podcast, Full Coverage.

Born and raised in South Yorkshire, Lindsey lived in Nottingham, London and New York before settling in Los Angeles, where she lives with her husband and two cats.

“The Cinnamon Spice Inn” by Harper Graham

“The Cinnamon Spice Inn” by Harper Graham

Synopsis

Love is the sweetest spice of all.

A fiery, coffee-loving city girl. A laid-back handyman with irresistible hazel eyes. Is this a recipe for disaster? Find out in this totally cozy and unputdownable enemies-to-lovers romance in the small town of your dreams! Gilmore Girls + spice + everything autumn = 🔥

Self-confessed coffee addict and food writer Madisonhas convinced herself she belongs in NYC. But then she’s called back to the small town of Maple Falls to save her childhood home, The Cinnamon Spice Inn. She’s NOT looking forward to seeing her ex, Zach—now a sexy handyman who knows exactly how to push her buttons. But she won’t let anything distract her from the inn’s relaunch… right?

Zach is frustrated in more ways than one when his latest job brings him face-to-face with the girl who got away. He’s already agreed to renovate her family’s inn and he’s nothing if not a man of his word. But the last thing he wants is to work side-by-side with that stubborn, infuriating—fine, totally gorgeous—red-head.

Sparks fly as they prepare for the big Halloween opening. Will Madison save The Cinnamon Spice Inn and have a second chance at love, or will it all go up in flames?

My Review

I couldn’t wait to read my early copy of ‘The Cinnamon Spice Inn’ I always love discovering new authors! 

Madison is called back from New York to her home of The Cinnamon Spice Inn, though she’s not sure who has asked her to come back to save the Inn. Zach, her ex boyfriend is also tasked to fix up the inn and the cabin next to it. 

I got hooked into this story straight away, it was the perfect choice for my autumn reading. Maple falls is an idyllic small town, my favourite setting. 

The chemistry between Madison and Zach was so apparent from the moment she arrived in Maple Falls. I was totally and utterly invested in their relationship. This story has tropes including second chance (my fave!!), small town x big city, childhood sweethearts and forced proximity. 🥰

I just had to order the second book in the series as I was finishing ‘The Cinnamon Spice Inn’ I highly recommend this perfect, spicy and autumnal read 🧡🍂

Thank you to Bookouture for an advanced copy of this book. 

Rating: 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟

Author Bio

Harper Graham lives with her mischievous spaniel in a cozy small town in Connecticut. Her quirky neighbours may or may not have inspired the residents of her Maple Falls series. When she’s not hiking with her daughter, baking her grandmother’s recipes or reading in her favourite coffee shop, Harper can be found writing the sweet and spicy romance stories of her own dreams.

#BlogTour for “Let The Bells Ring Out” by Milly Johnson

#BlogTour for “Let The Bells Ring Out” by Milly Johnson

Synopsis

The Yorkshire Belle is a glamorous steam train all decked out for an escapist festive getaway. It is not supposed to be where a group of people, all trying to get to their destinations for the holidays, will spend their Christmas. 

Seven people, each with their own hopes and dreams, secrets and sorrows, board the train as strangers, but as the snow keeps falling and they realise they are going nowhere fast, they are forced to slow down and embrace the present.

This Christmas on board the Yorkshire Belle, will the friendships they make change their lives forever?

My Review

Today it’s my stop on the blog tour for ‘Let The Bells Ring Out’ by the wonderful Milly Johnson. Thank you to SJ at Simon and Schuster for the opportunity to take part. 

Seven strangers are stuck on a luxury train; The Yorkshire Belle, over the Christmas period. Each with their own backstory. Can the magic of Christmas help each of these people?……

I’ve been a fan of Milly Johnson for years now and her books never ever disappoint me. I loved the element of each character had their own story, a little confusing at first but once you get to know each one it’s not confusing, but that’s a me problem! 

Milly just adds to the magic of Christmas with her addictive story of hope and friendship. I was totally enamoured with the descriptive setting, the train sounds wonderful and cosy. I couldn’t wait to keep picking this story up. 

Please grab a copy of ‘Let The Bells Ring Out’ to totally get you into the festive spirit 🥰 It’s full of tender moments, found friendships, and some love too 🩵 

Milly Johnson is one of my auto buy authors, and she should be one of yours too! ❄️

Thank you to SJ at Simon and Schuster for an early finished copy of this book. 

Rating: 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟

Author Bio

Milly Johnson was born, raised and still lives in Barnsley, South Yorkshire. She is the author of 23 novels, 4 short story ebooks, a book of poetry and a Quick Reads Novella (‘The Little Dreams of Lara Cliffe’) and was an erstwhile leading copywriter for the greetings card industry. She is also a poet, a professional joke-writer, a newspaper columnist and a seasoned after dinner speaker.

She won the RoNA for Best Romantic Comedy Novel of 2014 and 2016, the Yorkshire Society award for Arts and Culture 2015, the Romantic Novelist Association Outstanding Achievement award in 2020, the Goldsboro Books Contemporary Romantic Novel Award in 2021 and the Richard Whiteley Award for Inspiration to the County of Yorkshire in 2022.

She writes about love, life, friendships and the importance of community spirit. Her books champion women, their strength and resilience and celebrate her beloved Yorkshire.

Her 23rd Novel ‘Let the Bells Ring Out’ will be available from October 23rd. Seven strangers going to various places for Christmas are forced together when the train they are travelling on breaks down in a severe snowstorm. They have to spend the whole of Christmas together in the lap of luxury and life will never be the same for any of them again. Because with nothing to do but talk and share their stories, they find that they can give to each other – and take from each other. Never did anyone travel so far without actually going anywhere. The sister book to ‘I Wish If Could be Christmas Every Day’ – you don’t need to read one to enjoy the other, but if you have… you’ll spot some cheeky little crossovers.

Do check out Milly’s website – it’s easy to find if you search for her name. She has a monthly newsletter with insider info, competitions and even birthday celebrations.

“Love and Lattes at Pumpkin Hollow” by Victoria Walters

“Love and Lattes at Pumpkin Hollow” by Victoria Walters

Synopsis

I remembered my mum telling me that autumn was a chance for nature, and for people, to let go of anything that was holding them back…

Willow Connor has one shot to save her family’s farm – turning it into Birchbrook’s first ever pumpkin patch. There’s just one problem: she has exactly zero pumpkins and only six weeks to make it happen. Everyone in the close-knit town thinks she’s crazy, but she’s determined to prove them wrong.

Enter Dylan Henderson, a hotshot property consultant with a clipboard full of reasons why selling is the smarter choice. Determined to stand her ground, Willow makes him a bold offer – stay and watch her turn the farm around. To her surprise, he agrees.

Now, as Willow throws everything into making her pumpkin patch a success (even if it means buying every pumpkin in the county), she also finds herself learning a thing or two from Dylan – about business, about ambition… and maybe about love?

Will she save the farm and prove everyone wrong? And when the deal is up, will Dylan walk away – or has he found something worth sticking around for?

My Review

“I’ve never felt happier than I have being here. With You”

“I think we didn’t know how lonely we were until we found each other”

There’s only one way to get into my autumn reading and that’s by reading ‘Love and Lattes at Pumpkin Hollow’ 

Willow and her dad own Birch Tree Farm, but it’s in trouble and they consider selling to Henderson Homes; incoming Dylan. Willow doesn’t want to sell so she makes a pact with Dylan that she can save the farm in six weeks. 

Oh this story was total autumnal vibes and I was there for it. I always know I’m in for such a treat when I read any book by Victoria Walters. It features one of my favourite tropes; enemies to lovers and I was totally hooked. 

Willow and Dylan had chemistry in spades and it just sparks off the page. Victoria adds just the perfect amount of spice to the story which balances with the plot. 

Birch Tree Farm sounds like the most perfect place to live, especially in autumn time. I found out that this is the first in a series and I can’t wait for the next instalment. 

I highly recommend you grab a copy of ‘Love and Lattes at Pumpkin Hollow’ especially if you want a great enemies to lovers spicy story with great side characters and a beautiful setting 🥰 It’s full of hope, friendship and love 🧡 

Rating: 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟

Author Bio

Victoria Walters is a full-time author living in Surrey. Victoria writes sweet and spicy rom coms set in the book world, and new autumnal small town romance LOVE AND LATTES AT PUMPKIN HOLLOW. She used to work in publishing and a bookshop, and has been a bookworm since childhood.

Victoria is also the author of the bestselling uplifting and romantic series GLENDALE HALL and the cosy crime series THE DEDLEY END MYSTERIES. Find out more about her by following on Instagram at @vickyjwalters, on X at @Vicky_Walters or on Facebook and TikTok at Victoria Walters author.

#BlogTour for “A Snowy Seaside Christmas” by Eliza J Scott

#BlogTour for “A Snowy Seaside Christmas” by Eliza J Scott

Synopsis

As snow falls over Micklewick Bay, Lark Harker is preparing for the busy festive season at her vintage clothing boutique, creating enchanting window displays of sequinned dresses and crafting handmade Christmas decorations from shimmering silk ribbon.

But her festive preparations are put on hold when Nate Wilkinson arrives at her cottage door. The owner of a local upcycling business, Nate asks for her help clearing out the long-abandoned Crayke’s Cottage – a place locals whisper is cursed and haunted by its smuggling past.

Deep within the cottage’s shadowy rooms, Lark discovers two mysterious leather suitcases. The first reveals a treasure trove of 1940s clothes that sparkle with wartime romance and mystery. But the second holds a darker collection: smuggling artefacts, cryptic coded messages and a rusty iron key that gets Lark’s mind racing.

As Lark consults the town’s museum curator to unlock the suitcases’ secrets, she finds herself torn between growing feelings for her dear friend Nate and her inexplicable intuition that warns her away from love. When the rusty key leads to a shocking discovery in the cottage, Lark must trust her instincts and overcome her fears to finally find the greatest treasure of all…

My Review

It’s my stop on the blog tour for ‘A Snowy Seaside Christmas’ Thank you to Rachel at Rachel’s Random Resources for the opportunity to take part. 

We are back in Micklewick Bay this festive season and it’s Lark’s story! Lark’s best friend Nate needs her help with an abandoned cottage and this is where the mystery element of the story begins…. 

Once again Eliza has knocked it out of the park, I couldn’t wait to go and visit Micklewick Bay once again. Eliza has woven mystery, magic, friendship and love all into this wonderful festive story. 

I just adored being back with Lark and her friends, all of which have had a book in this series. Also who can never resist a cute dog in a book, Nate ends up developing a beautiful friendship with a dog that finds him. 

I highly recommend you grab a copy of ‘A Snowy Seaside Christmas’ a cosy blanket and a hot chocolate this festive season 💜 

Thank you to Storm Publishing and Eliza for an advanced copy of this book. 

Rating: 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟

Author Bio

Eliza is proud to be a member of the RNA. She lives in North Yorkshire with her family. When she’s not writing, she can usually be found with her nose in a book/glued to her Kindle or working in her garden, fighting a losing battle against the weeds.

Eliza also enjoys bracing walks in the countryside, rounded off by a visit to a teashop where she can indulge in another two of her favourite things: tea and cake.

Her biggest weakness is ginger biscuits dunked in tea.

Eliza is inspired by her beautiful surroundings and loves to write heartwarming romance stories with relatable female characters. She enjoys exploring the dynamics of female friendship, with a key feature of her books being how women pull together and support one another when things get tough.

Eliza’s novels will always have happy endings.