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readingbird5's review
4.0
I enjoyed all of the short stories in this compilation. I hate rating compilations, I much prefer rating the individual stories so here you go:
Christmas at Falstone Castle by Sarah M. Eden
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
The Heart of Christmas by Anita Stansfield
⭐️⭐️⭐️
’Tis the Season to Be Daring by Esther Hatch
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
The Christmas Dress by Joanna Barker
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Christmas at Falstone Castle by Sarah M. Eden
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
The Heart of Christmas by Anita Stansfield
⭐️⭐️⭐️
’Tis the Season to Be Daring by Esther Hatch
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
The Christmas Dress by Joanna Barker
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
anniejakes's review
4.0
All Hearts Come Home for Christmas is a collection of four holiday themed novellas written by well known authors in Covenant’s regency romance world.
It is also an absolute delight.
4.5 stars
Christmas at Falstone Castle by Sarah M. Eden - 5 stars
Reading a new story starring some of our most beloved characters is a treat we rarely get to experience; but that is exactly what Sarah M. Eden has done. We all adore Adam, and this story truly reminds us why. There are some utterly fantastic “Adam moments”. However, Eden balances those moments expertly with the charm and joy we hope to feel during this time of year.
The Heart of Christmas by Anita Stansfield - 3.5 stars
Christmas is a time for caring and thinking of others. Stansfield demonstrates that perfectly in the story of a young woman who comes to care for a family who needs her love more than anything else. This is a sweet story and a pleasant read. I wished for a bit more conflict, but that is really a personal preference.
'Tis the Season to Be Daring by Esther Hatch - 5 stars
A good story is still nothing without great characters to carry it, and Esther Hatch nails both in this one. Lord Hawthorne is one of the most likeable and entertaining characters I’ve read in a regency romance. And Elizabeth is right there with him. I laughed the whole way through.
The Christmas Dress by Joanna Barker - 4 stars
I am a sucker for a story of two people who are reunited after years apart. Joanna Barker’s story was entertaining and exciting with just a touch of Christmas spirit.
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It is also an absolute delight.
4.5 stars
Christmas at Falstone Castle by Sarah M. Eden - 5 stars
Reading a new story starring some of our most beloved characters is a treat we rarely get to experience; but that is exactly what Sarah M. Eden has done. We all adore Adam, and this story truly reminds us why. There are some utterly fantastic “Adam moments”. However, Eden balances those moments expertly with the charm and joy we hope to feel during this time of year.
The Heart of Christmas by Anita Stansfield - 3.5 stars
Christmas is a time for caring and thinking of others. Stansfield demonstrates that perfectly in the story of a young woman who comes to care for a family who needs her love more than anything else. This is a sweet story and a pleasant read. I wished for a bit more conflict, but that is really a personal preference.
'Tis the Season to Be Daring by Esther Hatch - 5 stars
A good story is still nothing without great characters to carry it, and Esther Hatch nails both in this one. Lord Hawthorne is one of the most likeable and entertaining characters I’ve read in a regency romance. And Elizabeth is right there with him. I laughed the whole way through.
The Christmas Dress by Joanna Barker - 4 stars
I am a sucker for a story of two people who are reunited after years apart. Joanna Barker’s story was entertaining and exciting with just a touch of Christmas spirit.
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deshie5055's review
5.0
Christmas At Falstone Castle by Sarah M. Eden 5 Stars
This sweet novella gives you a chance to revisit all of your favorite characters from the Boyce and Lancaster clans. Set 11 years after the first story, "Seeking Persephone," and a couple of months after the latest novel, "Loving Lieutenant Lancaster," the Dowager Duchess of Kielder is looking to mend her broken relationship with her son Adam, the fearsome Duke of Kielder. Arriving during the Christmas festivities and planning on staying through the arrival of her newest grandchild, Mother Harriet seeks the help of the local vicar to bring her Christmas miracle to light. What she isn't expecting is to find a chance at new love and home. This is a story that will make you shed a tear or two as you witness the healing miracle of forgiveness.
The Heart of Christmas by Anita Stansfield 4.7 Stars
When a broken button brings seamstress Adelaide Moore and widowed banker Theo Hardwicke together, neither expected to find belonging and happiness. Together they discover the true meaning of the Christmas spirit as Theo's family finds love and healing with the help of Addie.The love and help Addie offers to this small family in the midst of years of grief is compelling and touching. It brings new meaning to "mending" hearts.
'Tis the Season to Be Daring by Esther Hatch 5 Stars
Set years before "Roses at Feldstone", Elizabeth Davenport is tired of her mother and her matching making ways. She longs for peace during the busy season, not the embarrassment of her mother throwing her towards every available man. Lord Hawthorne is the perfect man to help her escape her mother and maybe enjoy her time in London. Filled with witty conversation and a quick-paced plot, this novella keeps you smiling the entire time.
The Christmas Dress by Joanna Barker 4.9 Stars
When Jacob Hammond commissions a new dress for his sister Alice, he doesn't expect to run into his childhood friend, Nell Addington. While they reconnect, both discover that a chance for love and happiness is closer than either thought. Overcoming heartache is always a challenge. In this short story, Joanna Barker shows that through the power of kind actions and words, we each have the ability to lighten each other's burdens.
Each unique story comes together to create a Christmas collection that will sure to be a favorite of mine for seasons to come.
This sweet novella gives you a chance to revisit all of your favorite characters from the Boyce and Lancaster clans. Set 11 years after the first story, "Seeking Persephone," and a couple of months after the latest novel, "Loving Lieutenant Lancaster," the Dowager Duchess of Kielder is looking to mend her broken relationship with her son Adam, the fearsome Duke of Kielder. Arriving during the Christmas festivities and planning on staying through the arrival of her newest grandchild, Mother Harriet seeks the help of the local vicar to bring her Christmas miracle to light. What she isn't expecting is to find a chance at new love and home. This is a story that will make you shed a tear or two as you witness the healing miracle of forgiveness.
The Heart of Christmas by Anita Stansfield 4.7 Stars
When a broken button brings seamstress Adelaide Moore and widowed banker Theo Hardwicke together, neither expected to find belonging and happiness. Together they discover the true meaning of the Christmas spirit as Theo's family finds love and healing with the help of Addie.The love and help Addie offers to this small family in the midst of years of grief is compelling and touching. It brings new meaning to "mending" hearts.
'Tis the Season to Be Daring by Esther Hatch 5 Stars
Set years before "Roses at Feldstone", Elizabeth Davenport is tired of her mother and her matching making ways. She longs for peace during the busy season, not the embarrassment of her mother throwing her towards every available man. Lord Hawthorne is the perfect man to help her escape her mother and maybe enjoy her time in London. Filled with witty conversation and a quick-paced plot, this novella keeps you smiling the entire time.
The Christmas Dress by Joanna Barker 4.9 Stars
When Jacob Hammond commissions a new dress for his sister Alice, he doesn't expect to run into his childhood friend, Nell Addington. While they reconnect, both discover that a chance for love and happiness is closer than either thought. Overcoming heartache is always a challenge. In this short story, Joanna Barker shows that through the power of kind actions and words, we each have the ability to lighten each other's burdens.
Each unique story comes together to create a Christmas collection that will sure to be a favorite of mine for seasons to come.
melissadegraffbooks's review
4.0
This was a lovely collection of Christmas stories by some of my favorite authors! I really enjoyed all of the stories except for The Heart of Christmas by Anita Stansfield. It felt like there was so much narration of everyone's thoughts and feelings that I couldn't feel immersed in the story. Since I listened to this on audiobook, I wasn't able to skim ahead and just skipped the last few chapters of this one. Still worth giving these stories a read or listen!
maddie_rae_reads's review against another edition
emotional
hopeful
lighthearted
fast-paced
5.0
I loved all four of these stories! Each a sweet Christmas romance with kind women and enigmatic men. Perfect for the holiday season.
katiemayveil's review
4.0
This compilation of stories by 4 best-selling authors is a heart-warming read. I couldn't put the book down and finished it in about 4 hours.
Sarah M. Eden revisits the Duke of Kielder where his mom visits for Christmas. This story centers on forgiveness, family and finding love and happiness. I love the Duke of Kielder and his family, so this was very fun to revisit their story.
Anita Stansfield's story is about Addie Moore, who works in a dress shop and is down on her luck. That all changes when she meets Theodore Hardwick who is in need of someone to care for his daughter as well as cook and clean for his household. They find comfort and peace through each other's companionship and discover that together they can be happy.
Esther Hatch has written a charming story about Elizabeth who is forced to meet every possible eligible bachelor by her mother. She detests the many gatherings that she is expected to attend during the Season and comes up with an impulsive plan to get out of future events. What follows is a humorous and lighthearted story of love in all it's unexpected forms.
Joanna Barker re-introduces Nell Addington and Jacob Hammond after a 5-year absence. Nell is an answer to prayer as she helps Jacob's sister heal and rediscover herself after her unfeeling father passes away. Together they create Christmas traditions and help each other heal from various hurts of the past.
All of these stories were so sweet. Throughout the course of this book, I laughed and cried. I highly recommend this book if you need a little pick-me-up, even if it's not Christmas time.
Sarah M. Eden revisits the Duke of Kielder where his mom visits for Christmas. This story centers on forgiveness, family and finding love and happiness. I love the Duke of Kielder and his family, so this was very fun to revisit their story.
Anita Stansfield's story is about Addie Moore, who works in a dress shop and is down on her luck. That all changes when she meets Theodore Hardwick who is in need of someone to care for his daughter as well as cook and clean for his household. They find comfort and peace through each other's companionship and discover that together they can be happy.
Esther Hatch has written a charming story about Elizabeth who is forced to meet every possible eligible bachelor by her mother. She detests the many gatherings that she is expected to attend during the Season and comes up with an impulsive plan to get out of future events. What follows is a humorous and lighthearted story of love in all it's unexpected forms.
Joanna Barker re-introduces Nell Addington and Jacob Hammond after a 5-year absence. Nell is an answer to prayer as she helps Jacob's sister heal and rediscover herself after her unfeeling father passes away. Together they create Christmas traditions and help each other heal from various hurts of the past.
All of these stories were so sweet. Throughout the course of this book, I laughed and cried. I highly recommend this book if you need a little pick-me-up, even if it's not Christmas time.
godzillagirl66's review against another edition
hopeful
lighthearted
relaxing
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? No
4.0
I really enjoyed this collection of historical (regency?) romances by four different Christian romance authors. Any Christianity in the stories is not overt. They are mainly nice and clean and sweet stories.
Most of the stories involve down-on-their-luck females of good birth and noble men with a heart of gold. Lovely to read under an Afghan with a cup of tea.
Most of the stories involve down-on-their-luck females of good birth and noble men with a heart of gold. Lovely to read under an Afghan with a cup of tea.