A review by bookanonjeff
The Book Club Hotel by Sarah Morgan

emotional lighthearted relaxing medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Plot
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? No

5.0

Solid Sarah Morgan Christmas Tale. For long time fans of Morgan or those who have never heard of her, know that this particular tale is *exactly* the type of tale she always tells for Christmas, at least in my few years' experience reading her books. In this particular case, it is long time friends - each with their own secrets they've been hiding from the others - reuniting for Christmas at a small town bed and breakfast... that happens to have some needs of its own that these three friends just so happen to be particularly well suited to help with. You've got the Hallmarkie charm and at least one romance thread, you've got the female friends bonding even more, you've got the small Northeastern town at Christmas, complete with all the decorations and snow. You've got the slight flair for the dramatic, just to spice things up a bit. And overall you've got the great "cozy-read-by-the-fireplace-in-the-evening" feel that Morgan so often brings to the table so well. Again, nothing truly earth shattering here... but sometimes "not earth shattering" is exactly the kind of book you're looking for. Very much recommended.