Mistletoe and Magic for the Cornish a midwife by Jo Bartlett, a NetGalley review. In this book we meet Nadia and things haven’t been great. Her marriage has recently ended, her husband having cheated on her, resulting her moving back Cornwall, with her two children and having to move in to a 2 bed flat with her mum. So will things start to look up for Nadia. This is book 6 in the Cornish Midwife series but can be definitely be read as a stand alone book. I loved this book from the very beginning, it’s not soaked in a huge Christmas theme, so if like me you are one of those people who tends to read Christmas themed books at Christmas this is one you can read anytime if the year, don’t let this one pass you by. It’s without a doubt predictable but as always all can be forgiven as it’s kind of expected in a festive read. One of the main reasons I loved this book is because it didn’t shy away from the tough subjects and didn’t shy away from getting knee deep in these subjects and exploring the subjects such as breast cancer. The great thing about this author is she writes about the tougher subject yet you still come away feeling like you’ve read a light read, because she has a knack of making those tougher subjects normal and writes about them with honesty and openly, she has this conviction and belief in what she’s writing and this makes the author not only very talented and very underrated as an author but when you read this authors books it feels so real. Nadia is a great character, she’s a mum that will always put her children first, before her own feelings, she can be confident as a midwife, yet outside that job she can lack in confidence. Nadia is supported by a whole host of characters all with there own personalities again this book the great read it is. I will be recommending this book to friends and family and it’s ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ from me. I finished this book yesterday so classing it as my last book of 2023, it was by 60th book of 2023 and a great book to end the year on. I reached my reading target for last year and what a great book to reach that target with. Can’t wait to read more from this author as always. 📚📚📚

Thanks to Netgalley and the publisher for an ARC of this book. I have chosen to write this honest review voluntarily and it reflects my personal opinion.
I have read several of the books in this series now, and I'm really enjoying getting to know the characters in greater depth. Each book concentrates on a few of the characters, introducing new people as well as others popping in and out. The storylines include romance but there's plenty of general interest too. Like 'Call the Midwife' there are babies and family relationships woven throughout the book and all in a lovely setting. A good series, this book includes references to Christmas like the children's nativity play and is a very enjoyable read. I suggest readers stick to the correct order to get the best of the engaging stories.

"Mistletoe and Magic for the Cornish Midwife" by Jo Bartlett is a heartwarming addition to the beloved Cornish Midwife series. Nadia, a dedicated midwife and single mother facing the challenges of a recent divorce, finds herself amidst a tough Christmas season, back at her mother's place with her two children. However, amidst the struggles, there's hope in the form of Dr. Hamish Spencer, a fellow single parent grappling with his own family dynamics.

Bartlett beautifully weaves a tale of resilience, love, and the power of coming together during the festive season. The dynamics between Nadia and Hamish, initially a friendship born out of shared experiences, evolve in heartwarming ways that captivate readers. Against the backdrop of a charming Cornish setting, this story effortlessly captures the essence of community and the magic of Christmas.

With well-developed characters and a setting that feels alive, Bartlett's narrative is a triumph, offering readers a delightful escape into the warmth of Cornish life. "Mistletoe and Magic for the Cornish Midwife" is a perfect blend of emotions, making it a must-read for those seeking a touching and uplifting holiday tale.

I really enjoy Jo Bartletts books. I like her writing style and story lines.

This one is no exception. I love reading about and watching midwife books and programmes and this one is a lovely story.

There are the usual ups and downs and the odd horrible character (well written just easy to dislike) and I love the relationships throughout the book.

There are some on off relations and some that you really want to work out. I was so invested in the nice characters that I couldn't bare to put the book down.

This is the first time i’ve been on a blog tour for a title in this series and I have two other books from it.

I like Cornwall and have been many times. The characters and setting are realistic and I want more after this book, so I’m glad there are other books in the series.

Thanks to Jo Bartlett, Rachel’s Random Resources and Boldwood Books for my eARC in exchange for my honest and voluntary review.

4 stars

Book sixth in the Cornish midwife series
Absolutely love this series
Each book focuses on one of the midwifes
But still let’s you know what happening to the others
Can’t wait for the next one
Thanks NetGalley

Nadia and Hamish’s story this time as well as a catch up with the other midwives. A fantastic festive tale of second chances and friendship . Interesting characters and a strong plot . I really enjoyed this story , it provoked a rollercoaster of emotions with plenty of unexpected plot twists
An excellent read , which I would recommend
Thank you to Netgalley, Boldwood Books, and Jo Bartlett for letting me read this book in exchange for an honest review

Jo Bartlett sprinkles plenty of joy and warmth this Christmas with her latest novel, Mistletoe and Magic for the Cornish Midwife.

The holidays might be fast approaching, but single mum Nadia is feeling far from festive! Christmas cheer is definitely in short supply for the midwife as her marriage is over, her ex has already moved on and she’s moved into her mother’s spare room with her two small children. Nadia, however, is determined to give her kids the best possible Christmas despite the circumstances, but the closer 25 December gets, the more unlikely this prospect is looking. Might Dr Hamish Spencer manage to lend her a helping hand and makes this a Yuletide to remember – for all the right reasons?

Hamish totally understands Nadia’s pain. As a single dad, he knows more than most just how challenging solo parenting can be. Having to contend with a moody teenager and a precocious six-year-old is no walk in the park, but maybe joining forces with Nadia will be beneficial for both of them and help to give both sets of kids a memorable Christmas. Romance is the last thing on both of their minds – until a stolen kiss under the mistletoe ends up changing everything…

Will this Christmas be the start of something magical for both Nadia and Hamish? Or will giving into their feelings for one another end up ruining everything?

Best read with a huge mug of cocoa and a comfy blanket, Mistletoe and Magic for the Cornish Midwife is a gentle, absorbing, heartwarming and enjoyable tale from Jo Bartlett that cannot fail to delight. Readers will be completely charmed by this enchanting Christmas story about second chances, hope and healing that made me laugh out loud and had me shedding a tear or two.

As brilliant as ever, Jo Bartlett has come up trumps yet again with her latest novel, Mistletoe and Magic for the Cornish Midwife.

It's full of love ,friendships, and also heartbreaking situations that happens to family and which keep you wanting to read more .Was really rooting for her when she meets Hamish a widower with two children but can they overcome all the problems from the past and find some happiness for themselves. Highly recommend this book!

I’ve really enjoyed reading this festive romance. This is the first book that I’ve read in this series and by this author and I will definitely be going back and reading more. It can definitely be read as a standalone though. I enjoyed the multiple points of view from Nadia, her mum Frankie and Hamish, the towns dishy new doctor. I like the single parent trope, even more so when the child is older and a bit rebellious. I also liked that the path to Nadia and Hamish’s HEA didn’t run smoothly, just like real life. There’s a lot of emotional moments and the characters are really well written and likeable. I really liked Nadia, she a really likeable character, and found myself rooting for her all the way through.

I haven't read any of the previous Cornish Midwife books in this series. Whilst it could work as a standalone book, I struggled to get into it as I am sure there are repeated characters from previous books with backstories. The cancer storyline is obviously a very important one and very poignant but it is also very vivid and very real so it might be distressing or triggering for some people who use reading as escapism.

So great to visit the Cornish Midwives once more
And catch up on them, their patients and folks we adore!
This time it is the turn for Nadia and Frankie, her Mum,
To have obstacles in life to overcome.

When marriages breakdown there's discord and pain
As life will never be quite the same again.
There's misunderstandings, bias and trouble
And problems ahead coming at the double.

However, there are also new chances ahead
For a happier future for all instead.
But with there are also problems with others
As these families will soon discover.

A brother causes problems for their Mum
A sister protect her Dad for any who come.
Two schoolgirls prove to be the best of friends
And the Midwives prove on them you can depend.

What a brilliant read this proved to be
Full of drama, families and festivity.
There seem so many difficulties for them to face
You're never sure if things will fall into place!


This is a heartwarming series I've come to adore
And I can't wait to read about their adventures once more!
For my complementary copy of this book, I say thank you,
I throughly enjoyed reading it and this is my honest review.

This was such a sweet wintery read! Loved the lighthearted aspects and the holiday setting. Interesting characters with realistic issues in a sweet story. Very enjoyable.

Nadia return to Port Agnes after her marriage broken and met Hamish, the village doctor. Both of them are single parent and their daughters are best friend. As they grow closer, Hamish’s eldest daughter, Saffron is creating issue for them. Frankie is Nadia’s mum and being recently divorced, she met Guy but her son Hari does not agreed to their relationship.

This book is about 2nd chance, women helping women, family and its close knit community. I love both Nadia and Frankie for their courage to start their life again after disappointing marriages and them being supportive of each other. Overall, it is an emotional read to me.

*review post scheduled to be posted on 22/1/22*

Nadia and her two children are living back at her mum’s house after the split from her husband, and returning home from New Zealand. She is concentrating on giving her family the best Christmas possible and the last thing she needs, or expects, is the sparks to fly between herself and the local doctor.

However, with things standing in the way of their happiness sometimes letting go is the right thing to do. But is it the easiest?

It was lovely to return to Port Agnes at christmas time to catch up with all the characters and see what has been happening.

This was a lovely cosy read. Lovable characters and brilliant pace which allowed me to finish this in one sitting.

I thought I knew how the book would unfold and the rollercoaster of emotions throughout made me question myself but in the end I was right and I loved the ending.

It's part of a series but I'd say you could read this as a standalone if you wanted (as I did).

Perfect Christmas read with some amazing characters and underlying messages.

CW: child loss, cancer

Good book. This was my first experience with the Cornish Midwives series, and though I haven't read the others, this book can easily be read as a standalone. This isn't just a romance; it is also a peek into the lives of a group of midwives and their patients. It is heartwarming, funny, sad, and uplifting all in one story. The main characters are Nadia, a midwife who has recently returned to Cornwall, her mother, Frankie, a midwife trainee, and Dr. Hamish Spencer, a widower.

Nadia brought her two children home to Cornwall from New Zealand after the end of her marriage. She and the two kids, Remi and Mo, currently share her mom's two-bedroom apartment above a bakery. Her ex is more interested in his new girlfriend than maintaining contact with or supporting his children, but Nadia is determined to give them the best Christmas possible. The last thing she is interested in is a new relationship, but it is hard to deny the sparks between her and the new doctor.

Hamish is a widower with a teenage daughter, Saffron, and a six-year-old daughter, Daisy. He is still grieving the loss of his wife six years earlier and feeling guilty over aspects of her death. His girls are the center of his life, and he has no plans to add a relationship to the mix, which is just fine with his vehemently protective teenager.

Meanwhile, Frankie is concentrating on her studies and enjoying a special friendship with Gus. Unfortunately for her, her tradition-minded mother and her son are vocal in their disapproval. She has to decide whether to stand up for her wishes or cave into their judgment. Gus is a sweetheart and so supportive of her. I loved his patience with her fears. There were some times when I wanted to shake Frankie and encourage her to tell mom and Hari to butt out, it's her life. I was happy that she had Nadia's full support. I liked seeing Frankie finally put herself first.

I loved seeing the relationship between Nadia and Hamish develop. The sparks between them are evident from the start, but both are wary of relationships. With their daughters Remi and Daisy being best friends and work situations happening, they find themselves frequently thrown together. An agreement to be friends takes the pressure off but doesn't reduce the attraction they feel. There are some terrific scenes of them together, from events with the girls to time alone. Some made me laugh, and others made me ache, but it was clear that their feelings grew stronger. There are ups and downs as each suffers doubts, and interference from Nadia's ex and Hamish's daughter complicate matters further. It wasn't easy, but they eventually found their way to a future together.

Daisy and Remi aren't the only things that push Nadia and Hamish together. Nadia has a patient, Ginny, whose situation entails a difficult choice. Hamish plays a significant role in providing the information and support she needs. I loved seeing Hamish and Nadia come together to help her. Some of the scenes are heartwrenching, while others are full of hope and optimism.

I enjoyed getting to know the other midwives in the group. Though their stories may have been told in earlier books, enough information was given that I never felt lost. It does motivate me to put those books on my want-to-read list. My favorite was Gwen, the older woman with no filter when talking. She is also an avid dancer and competitor; those scenes were a lot of fun.

Nadia lives in New Zealand. She leaves her husband Ryan and comes back to England with her children Remi and Mo. She goes back to live with her mum Frankie in Port Agnes.

Nadia is a Midwife, her mum Frankie is also a midwife and they work at the same hospital. During her time in the hospital she meets local GP Hamish, a widower with 2 daughters. They become friends but his eldest daughter takes an instant dislike to Nadia and is rude and mean every time they see each other.

Nadia and Hamish start to see each other, but face hige obstacles to their relationship in the form of her ex husband and his eldest daughter Saffron.

A nice addition to the series and it was nice to catch up with previous characters.

A good read. Even though its set at Christmas, its not particularly christmasy which is good!

The stories of the Cornish Midwives are a favorite of mine and the characters are becoming friend you cannot help rooting for.
This is set around Christmastime as it's a heartwarming and well written mix of romance and serious issues. The author deals with the issues with a lot of empathy.
An excellent read, highly recommended.
Many thanks to the publisher for this arc, all opinions are mine

Set in the run up to Christmas, this feels like such a heartwarming read. As ever, the stories attached to the midwives of Port Agnes make for an inspiring read and mixed in amongst all the new life there are some difficult themes. Nevertheless, the overall tone is always hopeful and forward looking. Nadia is the centre of this story, along with her mother, Frankie. Both are looking for a fresh start after disappointing marriages and supportive of each other. Capable and caring, Nadia's two children are her number one priority but juggling everything in their lives is challenging.

I love the humour to be found in the stories, principally from the reactions of the children. They have a wonderful take on life and take such delight in small things. The teenagers in the story are a bit more difficult and Nadia finds she has to tread carefully with Hamish's daughter. Both Nadia and Hamish's families have had to deal with loss of some sort which gives them a bond of sorts. Even in middle age, Frankie finds that her actions are being judged by some members of her family and she has to decide when and how to assert her wishes. All the friendships and community feeling sensed in the earlier books in this series are found in this story, as is the gorgeous coastal setting and village life. There are so many interesting little stories attached to the expectant mothers that this makes for a satisfying read.

In short: love, friendship and community with a festive flavour
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