Christmas Is All Around, Martha Waters
Christmas Is All Around, Martha Waters
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Christmas Is All Around

Author: Martha Waters

Narrator: Nikki Massoud

Unabridged: 9 hr 16 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Published: 10/22/2024


Synopsis

A former child star learns that holiday magic can come from a change in perspective—or location—in this “delightful, hilarious” (Entertainment Weekly) rom-com.

Charlotte hates the holidays. As a former child actress, she starred in a modern classic of a holiday movie, and its fans won’t let her move on. When an article reveals that she had nixed plans for a reboot, she flees to London to spend the five-week countdown to the holidays with her sister.

But the ghosts of Christmas past follow her there when she is recognized by a fan while viewing the extraordinary holiday decorations at Eden Priory, a filming location for the movie. Desperate to escape, she accepts a ride back to London from Graham, the son of the owners. Their family business—and the funds to keep their historic house running—relies on holiday cheer, and Graham knows a visit from a holiday star would bring in more visitors.

Now an illustrator, Charlotte accepts a commission to paint iconic holiday movie scenes in London and its environs for Eden Priory, with Graham offering to escort her. But as Charlotte’s chaotic family holiday goes awry, she begins spending more time scouting locations with Graham in “this sweet holiday treat wouldn’t feel out of place on the Hallmark channel” (Publishers Weekly).

About Martha Waters

Martha Waters is the author of And Then There Was the OneChristmas Is All Around, and the Regency Vows series, which includes To Have and to HoaxTo Love and to LoatheTo Marry and to MeddleTo Swoon and to Spar, and To Woo and to Wed. Originally from South Florida, she is a graduate of the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and currently lives in London.


Reviews

Goodreads review by julia on August 15, 2024

3.5 ˖⁺‧✮ you should definitely add this book to your winter tbr. it’s a great story with an engaging plot and christmas aesthetic. little preview: main female character is a former actress who is being haunted by her childhood role while male character is actually the owner of the house where she film......more

Goodreads review by Sheila on August 12, 2024

I received a free copy of, Christmas Is All Around, by Martha Waters, from the publisher and Netgalley in exchange for an honest review. Former child actress Charlotte is not a fan of the holidays, this year she decides to spend the holidays in London. People seem to have their own agenda, even at C......more

Goodreads review by Chris on December 27, 2024

One of the things I love about this author is that she comes up with the best storylines. They are completely unique and do not have a recycled theme. Waters is an amazing storyteller and I never hesitate to grab her books! This story is a blend of fun and witty conversations and actions found throug......more

Goodreads review by Anita on December 15, 2024

The banter in this one was god-tier; so so charming and fun. I also loved how Martha was able to weave in some histrom themes & thoughts into this contemporary in a way that felt right. God I love a holiday romance......more

Goodreads review by Alena on December 05, 2024

If you’re looking for some cozy, cute Christmas book… stay away from this book!!! Seriously, I’m all in if the trope is grumpy guy x sunshine girl but this was grumpy guy x grumpy girl 😭 These two just walked around complaining and hating about everything. Reading about their dialogues was painful an......more


Quotes

"Narrator Nikki Massoud performs this heartfelt and hilarious holiday romance about a former child star turned artist who finds love in the most unexpected place...Massoud expertly uses nuances in her tone to portray Charlotte’s grumpy-turned-cheery demeanor. Her transitions from Charlotte's American accent to Graham’s British accent throughout their swoony, witty dialogue are seamless. Listeners will enjoy this holiday romance as Charlotte falls in love with Graham and the season."