A really lovely book of two people thrown together by chance - or bad luck and inclement weather. What unfolds is a warm and engaging tale of recovering from hurt, pain and loneliness… added and abetted by two funny dogs and a broken down car. Highly recommended

What more can you want in a book Christmas, romance and dogs .Throughly enjoyed this book it is a real feel good story.About the ups and downs of life and the unexpected happening .

This is a five-star read that makes you feel like you are wrapped in a warm hug by a lovely fire. This is such a fun and comforting read, you really get swept up in Rose and Charlies stories, they both have struggles and it’s a comfort how they face them together and complement each other. There are so many great characters in this story, each one will make you smile in a different way. Even the cottage plays a major part in this story, it feels like a character all of its own, there are some real comic moments, and some real heart wrenching ones as well. This will make you want to curl up with a warm blanket and a roaring fire, to lose yourself in this story. This author has a way of really pulling you into the story as they have such a powerful way with their words.

A charming feel-good story about love and friendship, but with a touching insight into grief and finding both the strength and courage to move on.

Rose has decided to escape to a secluded village away from her family and friends this Christmas. What was once a joyous time of year only brings back painful memories of what she has lost now and she’s determined not to dampen others’ spirits. Charlie is also struggling with being alone for Christmas this year and has also chosen to find some solitude in the countryside.

But what will happen when these two strangers discover that their holiday rental cottage has been double-booked?

While at first glance they may appear to be polar opposites, a friendship soon starts to grow and before long it seems that both may get more than they bargained for this Christmas. A touching love story set at Christmas time, it would make a great holiday read!

When you don't want to have anything to do with Christmas but the universe has other plans...that is the premise of this sweet romance. I liked the idea behind the story, it was fun and had some good twists and great characters too. The idea of getting away from it all and be all alone, only to find your retreat is double booked is a classic trope but it still read with a fresh take. I did find it a little hard to get into but once it got going I really did enjoy this Christmas tale.

The characters are great, I loved Charlie and Rosie, I enjoyed watching their characters slowly change and open up to possibilities. I liked Rosie's cousin Rusty too, he and the two dogs gave the story lots of warmth.

If you are looking for a good Christmas story to curl up with, one that makes you feel that Christmas spirit, then this book is for you.

A double booking of Seaview Cottage (which I would love to stay in- it sounds so cosy!!) has Rose and Charlie ending up having to share the cottage with their dogs Max and George. What follows is a lovely heartwarming festive read of learning to trust and to love again. I really recommend.
Thank you to the publishers Cornerstone, and Netgalley for the e-Arc.

I enjoyed reading this book and will be reading other s by Emma Heatherington.

It’s a very gentle, no overt angst story of two lost souls finding happiness again.

Rose and Charlie (plus their adorable canine pals) book the same cottage and are shocked to find the other there. Circumstances mean they make an arrangement to remain but agree not to have any communication. This leads to some hilarious moments.

A true feel-good story that reminds us that miracles can happen at Christmas.

A beautiful story full of love and sorrow. There will be tears and laughter whilst reading this book but it is very hard to put down once you have started.

Thank you to the publisher for the ARC, in exchange for an honest review. Frothy, sweet and Christmassy. I really enjoyed.

The perfect festive read! A gentle heartwarming plot with characters you'll love and root for. I didn't want this book to end; I will recommend this book on my podcast during the Christmas season.

A perfect Christmas read, with great character's with their dogs in an overbooked cottage and the romance starts.

Thanks to the publisher and Netgalley for the ARC

This book is definitely worth the read, I flew through it, and wished that it lasted longer, I can’t wait to reread this at Christmas (though it was so good that I’ll definitely be rereading it not just when the season matches the title), but yeah definitely recommending it to everyone in search of a new read.

A heart-warming read with all the seasonal favourites and some good old fashioned romance. There are no shocks or twists in this book but if does give you all you need in a festive escapist read. We have two characters both carrying some heartbreak which means they have chosen to shut themselves away for the festive period but fate (or some poor communication) had other ideas...
We see Rose and Charlie having to learn to accommodate others and manage each other until they are forced to open their hearts and minds to the world and people around them. There are some messages here about making assumptions and having all of those difficult conversations that might just save us some heartbreak. It is about love but also about family, rolling with the punches and letting overs in. A charming read.

Rose Quinn has a successful company but has a deep sorrow and feels that she needs to spend Christmas alone again this year. She finds an advert for Seaview Cottage and feels that it would be the perfect place to be for the festive season, but it is not available for rent. She sends an email and is given permission to rent the cottage but not to tell anyone.

Charlie is also deeply unhappy and wants to spend Christmas alone, through a friend it is arranged that he will rent Seaview Cottage.

What will happen when they both turn up at the cottage? An entertaining read full of hope.

A delightful romance story perfect for the holiday season. Think egg nog, candy canes, roaring fires and boy meets girl all set in Ireland. What’s not to love?

Thanks Netgalley and the Publisher. I really enjoyed this book but in some ways wished I had saved until nearer the Xmas season.

This was such a heartwarming story. Two people who just wanted to be alone at Christmas and booked a break at Seaview cottage in Donegal only to find the cottage was double booked. They decided to share the cottage - what could go wrong. I loved the twists and turns and the ending was just perfect.

An ideal Christmassy read which I thoroughly enjoyed. All the elements are there with a wonderfully seasonal feelgood heartwarming finale. A little predictable how it was going to pan out but not predictable how the ending happens. Some unexpected twists and turns along the way with some emotional scenes but also a touch of humour. Lovely characters, well drawn all set along the coast in Donegal. A definite seasonal book to cosy up with over the festive season.

Rose and Charlie both want to hide away and ignore the festive season. Both seek solace in a rural cottage that is secluded, remote and best of all will not need them to talk to anyone else or acknowledge Christmas. However, this is not to be. A double booking, miscommunication, snow and car trouble meand they end up sharing a space and doing their best to stayed alone.

Gradually the story weaves their lives togther and they begin to help each other heal and find a way to move on. A delightful read.

This was a beautifully written novel, full of pain and heart ache but also healing and in a stunning setting.
Both Rose and Charlie were going through an indescribably tough time, and so it made sense that they wanted to be alone. I enjoyed reading about them gradually lowering their protective walls and realising it’s ok to be happy.