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emotional
lighthearted
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
4.0
I have to admit, I had no idea it was a sequel when I bought this but was pleasantly surprised when I realised I’d read the first book last December🎄
It’s a genuinely enjoyable and heartwarmingly festive romance that (like book one) gives us two romances for the price of one. It follows Reggie’s friend Camryn who, until she can return to her “real” life in Chicago, has returned to Wishing Tree to care for her twin sisters. She’s not planning to find love, until Helen, the mother of Jake (Reggie’s former fiancée) approaches her about being a candidate in her plot to find him a wife—aptly called Operation: Jake’s Bride.
In giving Jake a heads up on his mother’s antics, the two start spending a lot of time together and find themselves growing closer. With him she sees her hometown in a new light, and wonders whether her life was in Wishing Tree all along, waiting for her to return.
River is new to town, so when her friends suggest she run for Snow Queen, River is a little unsure. But after her crowning, the usually guarded and reserved River soon finds herself enjoying all the festivities—thanks in part to Snow King, Dylan.
I loved returning to Wishing Tree and getting to see two heartwarming more romances unfold, I also really enjoyed getting an update on Reggie’s relationship status and to see Belle get herself a doggy playmate in Tinsel the adorably perky chihuahua. I have to admit, I like Jake more here than I did in The Christmas Wedding Guest and loved how patient, supportive and respectful of Camryn’s decisions.
The romance, for both Camryn and River was absolutely lovely and really gives off the best cosy, Hallmark vibes.
If you love a festive romance, I definitely recommend checking this out!
It’s a genuinely enjoyable and heartwarmingly festive romance that (like book one) gives us two romances for the price of one. It follows Reggie’s friend Camryn who, until she can return to her “real” life in Chicago, has returned to Wishing Tree to care for her twin sisters. She’s not planning to find love, until Helen, the mother of Jake (Reggie’s former fiancée) approaches her about being a candidate in her plot to find him a wife—aptly called Operation: Jake’s Bride.
In giving Jake a heads up on his mother’s antics, the two start spending a lot of time together and find themselves growing closer. With him she sees her hometown in a new light, and wonders whether her life was in Wishing Tree all along, waiting for her to return.
River is new to town, so when her friends suggest she run for Snow Queen, River is a little unsure. But after her crowning, the usually guarded and reserved River soon finds herself enjoying all the festivities—thanks in part to Snow King, Dylan.
I loved returning to Wishing Tree and getting to see two heartwarming more romances unfold, I also really enjoyed getting an update on Reggie’s relationship status and to see Belle get herself a doggy playmate in Tinsel the adorably perky chihuahua. I have to admit, I like Jake more here than I did in The Christmas Wedding Guest and loved how patient, supportive and respectful of Camryn’s decisions.
The romance, for both Camryn and River was absolutely lovely and really gives off the best cosy, Hallmark vibes.
If you love a festive romance, I definitely recommend checking this out!
Content Warnings
Graphic: Death of parent
Minor: Infidelity
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