The Secret Christmas Bookshop

Name: The Secret Christmas Bookshop
Brand: Harper UK
Availability: InStock
Author: Cressida McLaughlin
ISBN: 9780008623821

Author: Cressida McLaughlin

Series: The Secret Bookshop #1

Narrator: Candida Gubbins

Unabridged: 11 hr 30 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Publisher: HarperCollins

Published: 10/24/2024

Categories: Fiction, Romance, Contemporary Romance, Holiday, Suspense & Thriller, Seasonal Fiction, Friendship

Synopsis

A surprise present, a mystery sender and a sprinkling of secrets. Escape with bestselling author Cressida McLaughlin! Can their Christmas love story last a lifetime? ‘A warm and comforting read’ ‘Wonderful’ ___________________________________ In a village by the sea, where wintry skies bring a dusting of sparkling snow, somebody is opening an unexpected gift… When Sophie receives a surprise package, she’s intrigued to find a beautifully bound book inside. Sophie is desperate to discover the mystery sender, and her hunt draws her to the enigmatic Harry. The subject of much gossip since his return from London, Harry keeps to himself in his crumbling manor house. But they are both about to learn that the best stories can take on a life of their own. ___________________________________ *Readers LOVE * '…I happily lost myself in it in one whole sitting' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'A ' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'A ' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'Filled with warmth, hope and' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ' when reading it' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ '' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'A lovely festive read ' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ '' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ' with a little mystery. Absolutely fantastic' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'Cressida never fails to deliver…!' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Reviews

Goodreads review by Sheila on October 27, 2024

I received a free copy of, The Secret Christmas Bookshop, by Cressida McLaughlin, from the publisher and Netgalley in exchange for an honest review. I really enjoyed other books, by Cressida, and this was a good one too. Sophie finds a beautiful book, and wonders who left it for her. Sophie is in a......more

Goodreads review by Maria on December 14, 2024

2.5 stars, rounded up because it's Christmas Unsure how to rate this book, because I was enjoying it - until the obligatory third act breakup showed its ugly mug. I mean... This is easily one of the worst breakup reasons I've ever come across in terms of contrived and "Because the author said so!......more

Goodreads review by Alayne on September 29, 2024

Another lovely read from Cressida. This one centered around a small village where people helped each other and came together to get ready for Christmas. I throughly enjoyed this latest one and look forward to the next one. My thanks to netgalley and the publishers for giving me the opportunity to re......more

Goodreads review by Sakshi on January 20, 2025

You know those books that make you feel so lucky to have read them? This is exactly one of those. It’s a cozy, heartwarming romance set in a small town during Christmas, and it’s everything I didn’t know I needed. The town vibes are immaculate—festive, tight-knit, and so full of life. Everyone knows......more

Goodreads review by Susan on December 27, 2024

Absolutely loved this. The setting, the brooding hero, the story behind the bookshop as well as the subplots. The festival. Could picture Mistingham oh so clearly. Now to get the rest of Cressida’s back catalogue!......more

Quotes

Praise for Cressida McLaughlin: ‘Bursting with warmth and wit’ ‘The ideal summer escape’ ‘Gorgeous…’ ‘One of our favourite women’s fiction stars’ ‘A warm and wonderful read’ ‘As sweet as a cream scone and just as moreish’ ‘Stuffed with Cornish sunshine and hope and loveliness. An absolute winner’ ‘Gorgeously romantic’ ‘Cressida's characters are wonderful. So warm and relatable… A delicious summer treat!’ ‘A gorgeous, sweep-you-off-your-feet slice of escapism’ ‘Unashamedly romantic, funny and touching’ ‘It had me glued to the pages’