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kirstyreviewsbooks's review
5.0
Christmas Wishes - Sue Moorcroft
I was given a copy of this book in exchange for a fair review thanks to HarperCollins Audio UK and Netgalley.
Hannah and Nico are meant to be together.
But fate is keeping them apart…
As soon as Hannah bumps into her brother Rob’s best friend Nico in Stockholm, the two rekindle a fast friendship. But Hannah has a boyfriend – and Nico has two children to look after.
When Hannah loses her beloved shop in Stockholm, though, she is forced to move back to the little village of Middledip – only to find Nico has just moved in too. Under the same snowy sky, can the childhood friends make a romance work – or are there too many obstacles standing in their way?
I really enjoyed listening to this audio book. This is such a fabulous read filled with family festivities and provides such a warm, cosy feeling. There are some difficult topics covered in this book such as depression, eating disorders and alcohol/drug abuse but all of these are handled in such a delicate manner.
As the book swaps between the perspectives of both Hannah and Nico, there are many twists and turns that will keep the reader intrigued.
Rating: 5/5
I was given a copy of this book in exchange for a fair review thanks to HarperCollins Audio UK and Netgalley.
Hannah and Nico are meant to be together.
But fate is keeping them apart…
As soon as Hannah bumps into her brother Rob’s best friend Nico in Stockholm, the two rekindle a fast friendship. But Hannah has a boyfriend – and Nico has two children to look after.
When Hannah loses her beloved shop in Stockholm, though, she is forced to move back to the little village of Middledip – only to find Nico has just moved in too. Under the same snowy sky, can the childhood friends make a romance work – or are there too many obstacles standing in their way?
I really enjoyed listening to this audio book. This is such a fabulous read filled with family festivities and provides such a warm, cosy feeling. There are some difficult topics covered in this book such as depression, eating disorders and alcohol/drug abuse but all of these are handled in such a delicate manner.
As the book swaps between the perspectives of both Hannah and Nico, there are many twists and turns that will keep the reader intrigued.
Rating: 5/5
peacockbookreviews's review
4.0
Christma Wishes is another captivating, reflective, feel-good book by Sue Moorcroft.
Nate and Hannah's story is told between the country's of England and Stockholm.
I enjoyed reading the developing romance between them both and escaping to Middledip, meeting up with some familiar characters and Stockholm.
Want a heartfelt story of adventure, romance, friendships and family. Christmas Wishes is for you.
Hannah lives in Sweden when she runs into Nico, a teenage friend from her youth. Nico stirs in Hannah a feeling that makes her feel good; but, she already has a boyfriend, and Nico has a problematic alcoholic ex-wife, and their children needs to think about.
Hannah's relationship breaks down, and her nan needs caring for, she is in Middledip, Hannah leaves Sweden to be with her. On arrival, she discovers that Nico has also relocated to the village. Can a relationship develop between these two old friends?
I highly recommend this book.
I want to thank NetGalley, Avon Books UK and Sue Moorcroft for a pre-publication copy to review.
Nate and Hannah's story is told between the country's of England and Stockholm.
I enjoyed reading the developing romance between them both and escaping to Middledip, meeting up with some familiar characters and Stockholm.
Want a heartfelt story of adventure, romance, friendships and family. Christmas Wishes is for you.
Hannah lives in Sweden when she runs into Nico, a teenage friend from her youth. Nico stirs in Hannah a feeling that makes her feel good; but, she already has a boyfriend, and Nico has a problematic alcoholic ex-wife, and their children needs to think about.
Hannah's relationship breaks down, and her nan needs caring for, she is in Middledip, Hannah leaves Sweden to be with her. On arrival, she discovers that Nico has also relocated to the village. Can a relationship develop between these two old friends?
I highly recommend this book.
I want to thank NetGalley, Avon Books UK and Sue Moorcroft for a pre-publication copy to review.
readingwithbuddy's review
5.0
This was such a warm comforting listen, I am going to miss my hourly listen every night. I really need to a sequel as I want to see the next stages in their journey. The two families become part of my family dynamic - really love Nan and the kids.
Initially I was concerned as there was a lot of Swedish words and I thought oh no - but it really got it good.
I just loved the audible book and can't say anything more. I would never have listened to it normally.
I was given an advance copy by netgalley and the publisher in exchange for an honest and fair review which I have done.
Initially I was concerned as there was a lot of Swedish words and I thought oh no - but it really got it good.
I just loved the audible book and can't say anything more. I would never have listened to it normally.
I was given an advance copy by netgalley and the publisher in exchange for an honest and fair review which I have done.
katalinareads's review
5.0
Thank you Netgally for a few copy in exchange for an honest review.
I have read a few Christmasy books this year, but this has been by far my favourite. I love Sweden and languages in general so having part of the book set in there and Swedish words throughout the book was lovely. The story of Hannah and Nico was sweet and lovely. I absolutely loved Maria's little antiques and her relationship with Mydad and Josie.
I have read a few Christmasy books this year, but this has been by far my favourite. I love Sweden and languages in general so having part of the book set in there and Swedish words throughout the book was lovely. The story of Hannah and Nico was sweet and lovely. I absolutely loved Maria's little antiques and her relationship with Mydad and Josie.
bossmoo's review
4.0
Hannah and Nico have known each other since they were children as Nico is her brothers friend. The meet in Stockholm as Nico was sent by her brother check she is okay. Hannah is gong through a difficult time in her relationship and is trying to get a new shop up and running. Their lives connect and mingle throughout the book. There is of mis communication and conclusion jumping all of the tropes I love in this genre.
I loved the relationship development between Hannah and Nico's daughter, Josie, and the loving supportive family dynamic Hannah has. This is cosy story perfect for the festive season.
There are trigger warnings for eating disorders, addiction and child neglect.
Thank you to NetGalley and Avon Books for my copy for review.
I loved the relationship development between Hannah and Nico's daughter, Josie, and the loving supportive family dynamic Hannah has. This is cosy story perfect for the festive season.
There are trigger warnings for eating disorders, addiction and child neglect.
Thank you to NetGalley and Avon Books for my copy for review.
readingforamoment's review
4.0
Hannah and Nico were friends in childhood (Nico was Hannah's brother's best friend), and they reconnect as adults. There is a spark there, but baggage, timing and misunderstandings are keeping them apart. Will they be able to realize they're supposed to be together, or will life just be too much to overcome?
This book was really amazing- I'm one of the biggest Christmas fan you'll meet, but sometimes a Christmas book just for the sake of a Christmas book is too much. This was more like a lovely, romantic read that happened to have the backdrop of the Christmas season. It gives you heartbreak and the chance for redemption, an amazing single-dad and the difficulties of addiction, hard choices, family ties and of course, Christmas, all in one attractive package. I really loved the way Nico was written here; there was a relatable vulnerability you don't always get with heroes in romance books. And honestly, I just want Hannah to be my friend, because she's super organized, like me and sounds like she has great taste in fashion and accessories.
I received a free ARC of this book from Netgalley in exchange for my honest review.
This book was really amazing- I'm one of the biggest Christmas fan you'll meet, but sometimes a Christmas book just for the sake of a Christmas book is too much. This was more like a lovely, romantic read that happened to have the backdrop of the Christmas season. It gives you heartbreak and the chance for redemption, an amazing single-dad and the difficulties of addiction, hard choices, family ties and of course, Christmas, all in one attractive package. I really loved the way Nico was written here; there was a relatable vulnerability you don't always get with heroes in romance books. And honestly, I just want Hannah to be my friend, because she's super organized, like me and sounds like she has great taste in fashion and accessories.
I received a free ARC of this book from Netgalley in exchange for my honest review.
brewtifulfiction's review
4.0
I'm a sucker for anything Christmas related and yes I'm saying the C word in September.
Anything festive puts me in a good mood.
Xmas vibes plus a sweet romance, what could be better?
Sue Moorcroft has written a simple yet satisfying read.
My only real complaint was that Nico's daughter Josie sounded too grown up for her age, the dialogue felt less natural because of the words used.
Over all a feel good book perfect for the winter season.
Anything festive puts me in a good mood.
Xmas vibes plus a sweet romance, what could be better?
Sue Moorcroft has written a simple yet satisfying read.
My only real complaint was that Nico's daughter Josie sounded too grown up for her age, the dialogue felt less natural because of the words used.
Over all a feel good book perfect for the winter season.
dalereadsandwrites's review
3.0
Enjoyable enough but didn’t get the happy swell at the end. Some parts just seemed so dark which is fine it was just jarring and then the main characters behavior at the end seemed uncharacteristically immature.
nomisabi's review
3.0
I didn’t work last year, so I had time for everything before Christmas and was able to listen to a lot of audiobooks. That’s why I requested 3 books on NetGalley this year. But in December, I had no desire to read any Christmas book, I would have preferred to read something else. So I wasn't eager to start this book.
I requested this book because I read in the synopsis than the book sets in Sweden. Then I surprised in a bad way that there weren’t that many parts in Sweden, rather the book was set in England.
I don’t know what to say about this book. I’m sitting here in front of my laptop and I don't know what to write about this book. So I’ll start with the boring question: What did I like about this book? To be honest, I don't have a lot of things on this list. I liked the scenes set in Sweden, they were cosy. Also, Nico and Hannah were cute together, loved their chemistry. Maybe, I loved the two girls, too. I found the Mariah thing interesting (I listened to it as an audiobook, hopefully, that’s how they write the little girl’s name). I haven’t even dealt with someone taking his ex-wife’s child because she can’t take care of her. Even if only it's a temporary thing.
So let's see what I didn't like about the book? In the beginning, I think, nothing bothered me. I found Alwyn awful, maybe I would have been without him. But the truth is that I did not like anything except which I listed above… But then it came to an end. I was so annoyed by Lauren's and her mother's behaviour. It was disgusting. I read to have fun, not to be annoyed by awful people. But let’s just say I might even look at this as we need negative characters in the book… But, what did Hannah in the end??? SPOILER STARTS - Now seriously, if your boyfriend’s ex-wife’s mother says that they’re the ones who belong together, and he's just having fun with you, the first things will be to go away because of how shit that the guy chooses his ex… Yes, there was ONE night when he didn't call her back, but then she needs to go there and discuss with him, not going into the world… - SPOILER ENDS. It was so annoying. I wanted to give 3.5-4 stars before that, but because of that, I decrease to 3 stars. Unfortunately, I have to rate this book among the worst books of the year :( It wasn’t a good experience in the end…
I requested this book because I read in the synopsis than the book sets in Sweden. Then I surprised in a bad way that there weren’t that many parts in Sweden, rather the book was set in England.
I don’t know what to say about this book. I’m sitting here in front of my laptop and I don't know what to write about this book. So I’ll start with the boring question: What did I like about this book? To be honest, I don't have a lot of things on this list. I liked the scenes set in Sweden, they were cosy. Also, Nico and Hannah were cute together, loved their chemistry. Maybe, I loved the two girls, too. I found the Mariah thing interesting (I listened to it as an audiobook, hopefully, that’s how they write the little girl’s name). I haven’t even dealt with someone taking his ex-wife’s child because she can’t take care of her. Even if only it's a temporary thing.
So let's see what I didn't like about the book? In the beginning, I think, nothing bothered me. I found Alwyn awful, maybe I would have been without him. But the truth is that I did not like anything except which I listed above… But then it came to an end. I was so annoyed by Lauren's and her mother's behaviour. It was disgusting. I read to have fun, not to be annoyed by awful people. But let’s just say I might even look at this as we need negative characters in the book… But, what did Hannah in the end??? SPOILER STARTS - Now seriously, if your boyfriend’s ex-wife’s mother says that they’re the ones who belong together, and he's just having fun with you, the first things will be to go away because of how shit that the guy chooses his ex… Yes, there was ONE night when he didn't call her back, but then she needs to go there and discuss with him, not going into the world… - SPOILER ENDS. It was so annoying. I wanted to give 3.5-4 stars before that, but because of that, I decrease to 3 stars. Unfortunately, I have to rate this book among the worst books of the year :( It wasn’t a good experience in the end…
kayw74's review
5.0
This is the Christmas book for warm cozy, a cup of hot chocolate and a lazy afternoon. Absolutely loved reading this book. A brilliant story of two lives and a brilliant character in Nico, a Single dad with complex ex issues. Nico is just lovely.
Hannah's situation with her boyfriend is not a happy one and from them start of the book I wanted a cozy get together for two lovely characters.
Hannah lives in Sweden and the descriptions of Stockholm are wonderful.
A must read for Christmas 2020, loved it!
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Hannah's situation with her boyfriend is not a happy one and from them start of the book I wanted a cozy get together for two lovely characters.
Hannah lives in Sweden and the descriptions of Stockholm are wonderful.
A must read for Christmas 2020, loved it!
#NetGalley #SueMoorcroft #ChristmasWishes
#christmasreads2020 #bookreview