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3.92 AVERAGE
3.92 AVERAGE
Again, no idea why I decided to read a Christmas book in March, but here we are.
I enjoyed this book so much, it made me cry.
A story of finding acceptance from others and from yourself.
The story to me was obvious but so enjoyable that it didn't bother me.
I will be looking out for more Sarah Morgan books.
I enjoyed this book so much, it made me cry.
A story of finding acceptance from others and from yourself.
The story to me was obvious but so enjoyable that it didn't bother me.
I will be looking out for more Sarah Morgan books.
emotional
hopeful
reflective
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
Imogen is a hardworking events organiser and loves her job. She is friendly enough with her work colleagues but keeps them at arm’s length in many ways. Her life is not as it seems and at some point things will come crashing down.
This happens during a really busy day for her, when she has three events to look after. A phone call from a hospital and the subsequent visit to her mother brings Imogen to her knees. When her boss insists that Imogen takes the whole of the next month off Imogen has not option but to agree. However, she does keep her lunch date with her favourite client Dorothy, who on seeing how upset and distracted Imogen is offers her the use of a cottage on her estate called Holly Cottage. Could this be the break Imogen needs?
Imogen loves the cottage on sight and knows she will love spending time there. She meets Dorothy’s many animals, her daughter Sara and Sara’s daughters. There is also the sexy local vet and a golden retriever that gain her attention.
However, soon a family secret comes to the fore and Imogen has to reevaluate all she was told as a child. Will she step forward into her family or let old hurts and fears hold her back? Could this Christmas be as good in real life as in her dreams?
The characterisation was wonderful, Imogen was so scared of revealing too much, she didn’t want sympathy which was understandable. I Loved seeing her growth, she became more confident in herself and in those around her. Dorothy I loved from the start, she is so caring of not just people but animals as well. She wants to help wherever she can. I could understand Sara’s worry but enjoyed seeing her develop even more. Her daughters were a delight and so full of life and love. Who could resist the naughty, escaping dog?
As always Sarah delivers a feel good Christmas story that has you turning the pages. This is a must for all those who want to snuggle up at Christmas with the fire crackling, the Christmas tree lights twinkling and a cup of hot chocolate to sip as you read.
This happens during a really busy day for her, when she has three events to look after. A phone call from a hospital and the subsequent visit to her mother brings Imogen to her knees. When her boss insists that Imogen takes the whole of the next month off Imogen has not option but to agree. However, she does keep her lunch date with her favourite client Dorothy, who on seeing how upset and distracted Imogen is offers her the use of a cottage on her estate called Holly Cottage. Could this be the break Imogen needs?
Imogen loves the cottage on sight and knows she will love spending time there. She meets Dorothy’s many animals, her daughter Sara and Sara’s daughters. There is also the sexy local vet and a golden retriever that gain her attention.
However, soon a family secret comes to the fore and Imogen has to reevaluate all she was told as a child. Will she step forward into her family or let old hurts and fears hold her back? Could this Christmas be as good in real life as in her dreams?
The characterisation was wonderful, Imogen was so scared of revealing too much, she didn’t want sympathy which was understandable. I Loved seeing her growth, she became more confident in herself and in those around her. Dorothy I loved from the start, she is so caring of not just people but animals as well. She wants to help wherever she can. I could understand Sara’s worry but enjoyed seeing her develop even more. Her daughters were a delight and so full of life and love. Who could resist the naughty, escaping dog?
As always Sarah delivers a feel good Christmas story that has you turning the pages. This is a must for all those who want to snuggle up at Christmas with the fire crackling, the Christmas tree lights twinkling and a cup of hot chocolate to sip as you read.
hopeful
lighthearted
medium-paced
A cute christmassy time read, appropriate for any time of the year!
hopeful
inspiring
reflective
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
Loved this
One of my favourite authors and I loved this gorgeous, festive, escapist story of second chances and fresh starts.
Imogen lives in London organising corporate events and rarely stops working. Her colleagues all admire her but they don't realise Imogen's cheerful exterior is a facade she invented to cover her loneliness.
Beneath her carefully curated professional persona, Imogen is desperate to fit in and protect herself from further rejection. Imogen has created an imaginary life, complete with fake family, a fake boyfriend and a fake dog, but in reality she lives alone in a dingy uninviting flat whilst she tries to save up for a deposit.
Imogen's only family is her mother who insists on being called Tina and forgets she has a daughter until she needs something.
As well as being lonely and difficult, the build up to Christmas is very busy for Imogen with multiple events happening at the same time, and she is at the point of burnout when she receives the final straw in the form of distressing news from her estranged mother.
Imogen is convinced she will be fired, but instead of accepting her resignation, her boss demands she takes a whole month of work. For Imogen this is even worse! How is she going to stop herself from thinking about the family Christmas she yearns for if she is all alone with nothing to keep her mind occupied?
Luckily, one of Imogen's best clients has the perfect solution in the form of a beautiful, newly renovated cottage in the Cotswolds.
Although there are a few bumps along the way, Imogen's trip turns out to bring her more than she could have dreamt of from the perfect life she imagined.
Imogen lives in London organising corporate events and rarely stops working. Her colleagues all admire her but they don't realise Imogen's cheerful exterior is a facade she invented to cover her loneliness.
Beneath her carefully curated professional persona, Imogen is desperate to fit in and protect herself from further rejection. Imogen has created an imaginary life, complete with fake family, a fake boyfriend and a fake dog, but in reality she lives alone in a dingy uninviting flat whilst she tries to save up for a deposit.
Imogen's only family is her mother who insists on being called Tina and forgets she has a daughter until she needs something.
As well as being lonely and difficult, the build up to Christmas is very busy for Imogen with multiple events happening at the same time, and she is at the point of burnout when she receives the final straw in the form of distressing news from her estranged mother.
Imogen is convinced she will be fired, but instead of accepting her resignation, her boss demands she takes a whole month of work. For Imogen this is even worse! How is she going to stop herself from thinking about the family Christmas she yearns for if she is all alone with nothing to keep her mind occupied?
Luckily, one of Imogen's best clients has the perfect solution in the form of a beautiful, newly renovated cottage in the Cotswolds.
Although there are a few bumps along the way, Imogen's trip turns out to bring her more than she could have dreamt of from the perfect life she imagined.
lighthearted
slow-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
Sweet story but a bit slow and not very complex writing
Op zich geen slecht verhaal. Ik vind het jammer dat de eerste helft van het boek een tijdslijn van ongeveer 72 uur vertelt en dat de tweede helft ineens over een hele maand gaat. Hierdoor gaan er veel details verloren die het verhaal diepgang zouden geven.
emotional
relaxing
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes