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emmascr's review against another edition
4.0
This review was originally posted on Star Crossed Reviews I received this book for free from Netgalley in exchange for an honest review. This does not affect my opinion of the book or the content of my review. Thank you to Bookouture for letting me take part in this tour and for my copy of this book via Netgalley. I love reading Christmas books so when I saw this one I just had to read it.
I really loved the setting of this book. Fox Farm is the perfect place to set a festive story. It’s full of atmosphere, cosy rooms and snow topped views. I felt so easily transported there.
Daisy has never felt like she fit anywhere but Fox Farm really has felt like home. I really liked Daisy. She has a sensible head and cares about the important things in life. Doing the things you love and enjoying every day. Daisy is not a materialistic person at all. I loved her whimsy style too.
Alex oh Alex. This hunky gardener truly has a heart of gold. This guy goes above and beyond in this book for his family. He clearly loves Aunt Jean and will do his very best to fulfil her wishes. I did feel rather sorry for him at times. He was being pulled in so many directions I wanted to just tell him to take 5.
This is a great book to put you in the festive mood. There are lots of funny scenes that you can easily relate to. I loved all the Christmas touches. I can’t wait to really dig my teeth into more Christmas books now!
I really loved the setting of this book. Fox Farm is the perfect place to set a festive story. It’s full of atmosphere, cosy rooms and snow topped views. I felt so easily transported there.
Daisy has never felt like she fit anywhere but Fox Farm really has felt like home. I really liked Daisy. She has a sensible head and cares about the important things in life. Doing the things you love and enjoying every day. Daisy is not a materialistic person at all. I loved her whimsy style too.
Alex oh Alex. This hunky gardener truly has a heart of gold. This guy goes above and beyond in this book for his family. He clearly loves Aunt Jean and will do his very best to fulfil her wishes. I did feel rather sorry for him at times. He was being pulled in so many directions I wanted to just tell him to take 5.
This is a great book to put you in the festive mood. There are lots of funny scenes that you can easily relate to. I loved all the Christmas touches. I can’t wait to really dig my teeth into more Christmas books now!
jo_bookworm's review against another edition
4.0
Daisy has not really known a home and when she accepts a year at Fox Farm in the artist studio she suddenly finds she has found her place. Fox Farm is a destination place, with an art gallery, pottery studio, gift shop, café as well as the artist studio. The owner Jean has taken Daisy under her wing and when Jean falls ill, Daisy feels drawn to help the farm continue in the run up to one of the more busier periods – Christmas.
However it turns out that Jan has been bolstering the farms finances with her own savings and now stuck in hospital with a long road to recovery in front of her, it seems she needs to turn to her nephew, Alex to keep the farm going. Alex thinks of Fox Farm as his second home and tries to do what he can to save it and move it forward.
There are stumbling blocks at all turns, Alex’s own business starts to become neglected, not everyone at Fox Farm thinks the changes are for the best, Sebastian his cousin thinks he knows what his best for Jean and Fox Farm and the sparks tat fly between Daisy and Alex are distracting to say the least.
As Christmas looms, will Daisy finally find her home? Will Alex be able to concentrate on what he loves the most and will Jean have a farm to come back to?
I was already to jump into my car and find Fox Farm and spend a few hours experiencing what it had to offer as Helen Pollard brings it alive. To see the wonderful art work, to eat delicious cakes and hot chocolate whilst watching the children get excited about Christmas seems like the perfect place to spend some time. What better book to bring out the true Christmas spirit with a lovely romance added in.
Perfect for fans of Katie Fforde and Trisha Ashley and for all fans of Christmas novels.
However it turns out that Jan has been bolstering the farms finances with her own savings and now stuck in hospital with a long road to recovery in front of her, it seems she needs to turn to her nephew, Alex to keep the farm going. Alex thinks of Fox Farm as his second home and tries to do what he can to save it and move it forward.
There are stumbling blocks at all turns, Alex’s own business starts to become neglected, not everyone at Fox Farm thinks the changes are for the best, Sebastian his cousin thinks he knows what his best for Jean and Fox Farm and the sparks tat fly between Daisy and Alex are distracting to say the least.
As Christmas looms, will Daisy finally find her home? Will Alex be able to concentrate on what he loves the most and will Jean have a farm to come back to?
I was already to jump into my car and find Fox Farm and spend a few hours experiencing what it had to offer as Helen Pollard brings it alive. To see the wonderful art work, to eat delicious cakes and hot chocolate whilst watching the children get excited about Christmas seems like the perfect place to spend some time. What better book to bring out the true Christmas spirit with a lovely romance added in.
Perfect for fans of Katie Fforde and Trisha Ashley and for all fans of Christmas novels.
kirstyreviewsbooks's review against another edition
4.0
Christmas at Fox Farm - Helen Pollard
I received an advance review copy for free thanks to NetGalley and Bookouture and I am leaving this review voluntarily
Living at Fox Farm, with its cosy café, beautiful pottery studio and charming gift shop, is a dream come true for thirty-one-year-old Daisy. The kindly owner, Jean, and the close-knit village feel like the home and family Daisy has never had. She’s been looking forward to her first magical Christmas in the countryside.
When Jean suddenly falls ill, Daisy is the first to lend a hand. She ropes in Alex – Jean’s handsome but stubborn nephew – to help her. When the pair discover the farm is almost bankrupt, it seems like the annual Christmas celebrations will be cancelled. Alex and Daisy need a plan, and quickly, if they are to pull off Christmas against the odds and save Fox Farm.
This book starts at Halloween and ends at Christmas, so perfect for reading at the beginning of festive season. It is a heart-warming holiday read filled with community spirit. Set in a beautiful location with fantastic descriptions I could clearly picture Fox Farm.
I thought this was an enjoyable, easy read. A delightful read, perfect for anyone that enjoys uplifting and festive romances. Unusually for me this book managed to hold my attention even with the slow pace as it is was just so well-written.
Rating 4/5
I received an advance review copy for free thanks to NetGalley and Bookouture and I am leaving this review voluntarily
Living at Fox Farm, with its cosy café, beautiful pottery studio and charming gift shop, is a dream come true for thirty-one-year-old Daisy. The kindly owner, Jean, and the close-knit village feel like the home and family Daisy has never had. She’s been looking forward to her first magical Christmas in the countryside.
When Jean suddenly falls ill, Daisy is the first to lend a hand. She ropes in Alex – Jean’s handsome but stubborn nephew – to help her. When the pair discover the farm is almost bankrupt, it seems like the annual Christmas celebrations will be cancelled. Alex and Daisy need a plan, and quickly, if they are to pull off Christmas against the odds and save Fox Farm.
This book starts at Halloween and ends at Christmas, so perfect for reading at the beginning of festive season. It is a heart-warming holiday read filled with community spirit. Set in a beautiful location with fantastic descriptions I could clearly picture Fox Farm.
I thought this was an enjoyable, easy read. A delightful read, perfect for anyone that enjoys uplifting and festive romances. Unusually for me this book managed to hold my attention even with the slow pace as it is was just so well-written.
Rating 4/5
corboth's review against another edition
emotional
hopeful
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
4.25
that_little_drop_of_poison's review against another edition
lighthearted
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
3.0
the_sassy_bookworm's review against another edition
2.0
⭐⭐
I am chalking this rating up as a "me" issue and not that this book wasn't great. I've been off the romance genre for a while now, but I thought maybe a holiday themed one would hit the mark. Alas, it didn't. I struggled to get into this one. I found it dull and the characters flat. I seem to be in the minority in my feelings, so again...chalk it up to mood!
**ARC Via NetGalley**
I am chalking this rating up as a "me" issue and not that this book wasn't great. I've been off the romance genre for a while now, but I thought maybe a holiday themed one would hit the mark. Alas, it didn't. I struggled to get into this one. I found it dull and the characters flat. I seem to be in the minority in my feelings, so again...chalk it up to mood!
**ARC Via NetGalley**
cassietoday's review
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
relaxing
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? N/A
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.5
kitvaria_sarene's review against another edition
5.0
I really loved Christmas at Fox Farm for having actual adults as main characters. So often in romance books the conflict comes from donor misunderstandings, and people refusing to just talk about it for two seconds to clear these up.
In this book the suspense comes from actual problems, and I enjoy this so much more than unnecessary drama. It's about growth and finding your place. About responsibilities, loyalties and yet also sticking up for your own dreams and ambitions.
I instantly liked the characters, and was very happy to spend my time with them. The setting and friendships around the romance were also lovely to read and quickly got me into the Christmas spirit!
In this book the suspense comes from actual problems, and I enjoy this so much more than unnecessary drama. It's about growth and finding your place. About responsibilities, loyalties and yet also sticking up for your own dreams and ambitions.
I instantly liked the characters, and was very happy to spend my time with them. The setting and friendships around the romance were also lovely to read and quickly got me into the Christmas spirit!
annarella's review against another edition
5.0
Festive, heartwarming and sweet: an excellent Christmas rom-com that made me smile and wish I was at Fox Farm.
I rooted for the characters, enjoyed the plot and had a lot of fun.
Highly recommended.
Many thanks to the publisher and Netgalley for this ARC, all opinions are mine
I rooted for the characters, enjoyed the plot and had a lot of fun.
Highly recommended.
Many thanks to the publisher and Netgalley for this ARC, all opinions are mine
brewtifulfiction's review against another edition
5.0
Thanks to Bookouture and Netgalley for my ARC of this novel.
This for me was the perfect romance novel.
Set in my favourite season of winter during the festive period (winning combo), we follow Alex and Daisy as the both embarks on separate journeys working together on Fox Farm.
Heartwarming.
With themes of family, friendship and I guess fondness. This is a tale that is quite slow in its pace but it still managed to hold my attention from start to finish.
Each character both main and supporting came across as well rounded, each with their own floors and problems. I loved just how determined they were and the strength that was shown even in the toughest of times.
Following the same sort of narrative as other novels within this genre, I was left completely satisfied and happy to have the excuse to ignore everyone and everything while I put my feet up and read.
This is my first time reading one of Helen's books and I have no doubt I'll be reading more in the future!
This for me was the perfect romance novel.
Set in my favourite season of winter during the festive period (winning combo), we follow Alex and Daisy as the both embarks on separate journeys working together on Fox Farm.
Heartwarming.
With themes of family, friendship and I guess fondness. This is a tale that is quite slow in its pace but it still managed to hold my attention from start to finish.
Each character both main and supporting came across as well rounded, each with their own floors and problems. I loved just how determined they were and the strength that was shown even in the toughest of times.
Following the same sort of narrative as other novels within this genre, I was left completely satisfied and happy to have the excuse to ignore everyone and everything while I put my feet up and read.
This is my first time reading one of Helen's books and I have no doubt I'll be reading more in the future!