This story is an engaging read with vivid descriptions of a festive Iceland and a likeable protagonist that you empathise with and want to find true happiness. It's a story of finding your place in the world and coping with grief. Molly is bereaved and in a toxic relationship. She goes to Iceland and her remaining family, reconnects with old friends, and finds that there can be a new beginning out of devastation. I like this story's vibrant setting, family dynamic and unexpected romance.
I received a copy of this book from the publisher.

This is my second @katefrostauthor book and I completely loved them both. This was such a heartwarming story and I was rooting for Molly to get the happy end she definitely deserved. The setting is just beautiful and you feel like you are travelling with her. The Friendships and relationships are beautifully written. If you love a cosy read, wintry romance then this is perfect.

This gorgeous read starts with grief
But ends up with rekindled joy, romance and self belief.
Losing both parents was traumatic and heartbreaking
So a stay with her sister Molly can't wait to be taking.

She's hoping the stay will help rejuvenate her romance
Giving her and Howard another chance.
However, he makes plans he doesn't share
Until she's in Iceland and he's not there.

Spending time with her remaining family she still feels alone
As tensions between folk seem to have grown.
Can the fantastic experiences they share
Help their emotional wounds to repair?

With an old flame and others staying at the family retreat
She has time to rethink her life and dreams to greet.
Questioning her past, looking forward once more
As Iceland and relationships Molly starts to explore.

So many people have traumas affecting what they do
It isn't always apparent just what they're going through.
However, healing, communication and not accepting the dull
Means a better opportunity for living life to the full.

An inspirational read, I highly recommend to you
As I share with you my honest review.
For my complementary copy of this book, I say thank you,
Such a lovely read and hope you'll enjoy it, too.

Kate Frost - One Winter’s Night.

Have you ever fancied a trip to Iceland? No I don’t mean your local frozen food store. I’m talking about the stunning country of Iceland.
Even if it’s a place that has never been on your radar, it certainly will be when you read this book.

Kate Frost is a master at bringing her settings to life, with such vivid clarity. And this is exactly what she does in #OneWintersNight
Everything is described in such glorious detail. You’ll feel like you’re there, but thankfully without the cold weather.

Kate Frost draws her characters as exquisitely as she does her settings.
I liked Molly instantly. She’s no push over, and this trip is definitely a journey of self discovery for her.
The rest of the cast are a brilliant mix. Mostly likeable and all brought something special to the story.

There is a very sweet romance at the heart of this book, and even when it’s cold outside. The love story smouldering inside the covers of this gorgeous tale will keep you toastie warm.

The story does cover the festive period, but Christmas is a part of the book rather than the whole story being about Christmas.

I just loved this book. From it’s dreamy cover, to the warm feeling you are left with at the end, and everything in between.

Beautifully written, relatable, sweet, uplifting and atmospheric.

A perfect way to ease yourself into this years festive reads.
❄️❄️❄️❄️❄️

With thanks to Rachel’s Random Resources, Boldwood Books and Netgalley, for a digital arc of this title.

One Winter's Night by by Kate Frost.
With Christmas just around the corner, Molly Bliss has almost hit rock bottom.
After the heart-breaking loss of her parents, an escape to Iceland to spend the holidays with her sister Claudia is a chance for her to find solace and focus on her neglected relationship with her boyfriend Howard. But when Howard 'misses' his flight and Molly is forced to rethink her whole outlook on life. Surrounded by her family, Molly has never felt more alone. With ongoing family tensions rumbling and a surprising connection with old flame Leifur and his friend James, Molly realises she has an opportunity to rediscover who she really is. While exploring the wild beauty of Iceland, a fragile hope seeds itself in Molly and alongside the life-affirming experiences and new friendships that are forged, she’s forced to question why she ever put her own dreams on hold. Will Molly allow grief and disappointment to destroy her chance at happiness, or can new love sparkle as the land of fire and ice begins to work its magic?
I really enjoyed this book. I did like Molly and James. I didn't like Harold at all. Or Jen. 4*.

One Winter's Night by Kate Frost

I received an advance review copy for free thanks to Rachel's Random Resources and I am leaving this review voluntarily.

Blurb

With Christmas just around the corner, Molly Bliss has almost hit rock bottom.
After the heart-breaking loss of her parents, an escape to Iceland to spend the holidays with her sister Claudia is a chance for her to find solace and focus on her neglected relationship with her boyfriend Howard. But when Howard 'misses' his flight, Molly is forced to rethink her whole outlook on life.

Surrounded by her family, Molly has never felt more alone. With ongoing family tensions rumbling and a surprising connection with old flame Leifur and his friend James, Molly realises she has an opportunity to rediscover who she really is.
While exploring the wild beauty of Iceland, a fragile hope seeds itself in Molly and alongside the life-affirming experiences and new friendships that are forged, she’s forced to question why she ever put her own dreams on hold.

Will Molly allow grief and disappointment to destroy her chance at happiness, or can new love sparkle as the land of fire and ice begins to work its magic?

My Opinion

This was my first book by Kate Frost but I am sure that it won't be my last. Kate described everything beautifully, so much so that I now want to visit Iceland for Christmas. Right from the beginning, you feel for Molly with all that she has been through and you can tell how much she needs a nice relaxing holiday. This was such an emotional, but great festive read. I would make sure this is on your list of festive books to read this year.

Rating: 4/5

Thirty five year old Molly has had a rough couple of years, and is looking forward to spending the Christmas break in scenic Iceland with her sister. Recently bereaved and emotionally drained, Molly is hoping the holiday will help her to revive her flagging relationship with her long term boyfriend Howard. I was expecting this book to be a light, feel good Christmas read, but it was actually much more than that. Anyone having lost a parent recently will relate to Molly's state of mind and the struggles she faces. It is obvious from chapter one that Howard is selfish and unsupportive of Molly, and you find yourself eagerly waiting for him to reveal his true colours! Luckily Molly has her sister and a host of interesting new friends to help her pick up the pieces and move on with her life! I am happy to report that this book has a great epilogue - personally I love to know what happens next! Thank you to NetGalley and Boldwood Books for the review copy.

This is such a captivating story! I was really looking forward to reading this, as I’d heard a lot about it, and the cover really drew me in. I was hooked from the very first page, couldn’t put it down till the end, and was completely absorbed in this enchanting book. It’s beautifully written, with characters that I really liked and engaged with, and a storyline that I was able to immerse myself in. The wonderful description of Iceland was fantastic - I was literally able to ‘see’ the magnificent scenery thanks to the author’s vivid depiction - and I really want to go there now, and find myself an Elvar! The story itself is a joy to read, and the description of an Icelandic Christmas stole my heart. Full of love, romance and festive feelings, I thoroughly enjoyed this

Molly has had it rough with the loss of her parents, the sale of the family home and then stagnation of her relationship.
I liked that the majority of the story was set in Iceland because I don’t read many books located in Iceland.
I was rooting for Molly to get with one of the Icelanders but then realized which direction the author was nudging her and I was ok with it. Howard was a total scumbag by the way.
I did enjoy reading about frigid temps when it’s 100 degrees outside.
It’s a good story about taking stock of one’s life and making the most of it.

In my opinion it’s never too early to begin reading wintery books and this year my first venture into cooler climates is One Winter's Night and it is such a wonderful place to begin.

Kate Frost describes Iceland in such a vivid and beautiful way. I have never been - it’s on my list - but I feel as though I have experienced a short trip there through this book. I loved seeing Jolabokaflod in a book too as I had heard of it but never seen it as part of someone’s life before which I loved. I adored seeing all the different fun and touristy things that Molly experienced but also experiencing it through Claudia’s eyes as someone who lives there. It was fabulous having both perspectives.

Molly is such a sweet character. She’s spent two years caring for elderly parents and her boyfriend isn’t much use or support. I enjoyed being part of her healing journey and at times, I just wanted to envelop her into a huge hug and take care of her. I love books where characters are real - and go through real struggles - and Molly was definitely relatable.

One Winter's Night is such an emotional, but wonderful story and it’s the perfect start to your festive/winter reading!

I loved this, I jumped at the chance to read and review it mostly because it's set in Iceland! The scenery mentioned evoked memories of my own trip to Iceland.

I haven't read many romances with slightly older main characters ( mid 30's) but found it very relatable.
Molly was sweet and likeable, and I'm so glad she stood up for herself and reached for her dreams.
James was sweet, and a right time, right place kind of person. Don't you just love it when the stars align?
This book gave so many messages of positivity. Sometimes things happen that may seem bad at the time but turn out to be the best thing that could have happened after all. Never give up on your dreams, don't let people dim your sparkle or crush your dreams.
Something beautiful can come your way when you least expect it and take your breath away.

To be honest I am not a big fan of winter, although I am a fan of Kate Frost. Somehow she has managed to sell me the concept of ice and snow and of course the Northern Lights, to such an extent that Iceland is now on my 'to visit' list. This is a lovely book for snuggling down under the covers with and wrapping up warm with a hot chocolate on those chilly nights as Molly discovers who she really is. It is a wonderful story of self-development, hurt, betrayal and new beginnings. Different from my usual locations but thoroughly engrossing.

Iceland in winter is somewhere I’ve always dreamed of going and now thanks to Kate Frost and “One Winters Night” I feel I have. A beautifully written heartwarming read exploring themes of grief, family friendship, self-discovery and finding true love it’s one not to be missed. The characters are beautifully brought to life and each and every one comes alive in your imagination making them relatable and the book unputdownable! The setting is so vividly described it becomes a character in its own right and the perfect backdrop for a gorgeous winter romance. A magical, cosy, at times deep but ultimately uplifting and heartwarming read. Out today I would highly recommend it. If you enjoy reading Sandy Barker, Lucy Coleman and Heidi Swain you will love Kate Frost.

My first book by Kate Frost and I hope it won't be the last. I loved the story.

I couldn't get enough of the story and what a beautiful place to spend the Christmas holidays in Iceland. With snow and the northern lights. Not to mention Jolabokaflod who wouldn't love this holiday tradition. I would so love it! I've never been to Iceland but the way Kate Frost describes the land and scenery I felt like I was there while reading it.

The characters are amazing. You couldn't help but feel for Molly and everything she has gone through with her parents. She really needed this trip to visit her sister, Claudia, and try to relax with her boyfriend, Howard. Yeah, he was useless! But that is all I am going to say about that. If you want to know more you will have to get a copy of the book. Run to your nearest bookstore, computer or library and read this book. I highly recommend it.

While not eloquent with my reviews I do review from the heart and I mean every word!
Thank you to NetGalley, Boldwood Books, and Kate Frost for allowing me to read an advanced digital copy! I truly appreciate it!

Thanks to the Publisher and Netgalley for an early review copy.

I thoroughly enjoyed this book from the beginning to end.

Molly is dealing with bereavement, as well as the relationship she had with her boyfriend and other family.

After the end of her relationship, Molly feels that she needs to make some changes, and maybe new experiences too. She travels to Iceland to visit her sister, and her family that run a small hotel.

Will this trip change her life?

The story is set at Christmas time, and the settings are beautifully described.

I highly recommend this book.

After the loss of her parents, Molly travels to Iceland for Christmas to stay with her much older sister and family at the inn they own there. Here the sisters begin to heal and friendships form despite additional heartache. I enjoyed the story and characters.

Beautiful cover and some beautiful and evocative descriptions of Iceland.. molly is a likeable character who is dealing with the death of her parents and a douche bag boyfriend. She ends up spending Christmas without him in Iceland with her sister and ends up finding herself and love. Lovely winter read especially if you are recovering after tge loss of loved ones.

I received a copy of this book from NetGalley and Boldwood Books in exchange for an honest review. All opinions are my own.

I’ve never been to Iceland, but through Kate Frost’s prose, I feel like I have spent a lot of time in the country. The setting was a character in itself, part travelogue, part love letter. I loved that aspect of the book. I can’t begin to list all the things that Molly did, like snowmobiling and viewing the Northern Lights. The way the activities were described was magical.

This book was not the easiest to read, because a great portion of it is the bereavement felt by Molly following two years of caring for aging parents in England, their deaths, and dealing with the estate like selling her childhood home. Her sister, Claudia, lives in Iceland, and couldn’t do much to help. I am still dealing with my mom’s estate, so all those feelings Molly is having are still fresh in my mind.

Molly has a douche of a boyfriend; they’ve been together for seven years, but he hasn’t been very understanding about her need to grieve and process everything. He’s promised to take some time off of work and go to Iceland for two weeks over the Christmas holidays but finds one excuse after another to delay his departure. Finally, he makes up a lame excuse that he missed his plane and is spending the holidays with his parents. Molly accepts the inevitable, but she isn’t done talking to the loser yet.

Molly’s sister, Claudia, and her husband, happen to run a mountain lodge and have an eclectic group of couples staying with them over the holiday break. One is a man that Molly had a flirtation with years before she was with her now ex-boyfriend. He’s recently split from his wife and has his young daughter with him. Also chumming along is his old friend, James, who was there for that magical holiday and remembers the sparks that flew between Molly and his friend. No matter, James is engaged to an uppity woman who has zero interest in being in Iceland, but she came as a favor to her fiance’. The only complaint is that the romance that was introduced for Molly with James was a slight turn-off since he was literally engaged at the beginning of the holiday, then jumps into a relationship with her as soon as he’s free.

Ultimately, this book is about grieving loved ones, moving on, losing love, and finding it again in the most unlikely of places. I did really enjoy the book, as I believe in some ways it has helped me move on a little bit more in the grieving process with my mother, too.

I’ve read a couple of books set in Iceland and am swiftly reaching the conclusion that I would love to visit. Molly Bliss is a terrific protagonist, and I quickly felt my loyalty aligning with her. When we initially meet her, she is working on vacating her parent’s former home and readying it for sale. She lives with her boyfriend, Howard, in the home that they bought a couple of years prior to Molly’s bereavement. It was obvious, almost immediately, that Howard was not to be trusted and his true colours are soon revealed.
Howard and Molly had planned to spend Christmas in Iceland with Claudia, Molly’s sister, but after Howard misses his flight, Molly finds herself alone. I must admit, my alarm bells were sounding pretty early in Howard’s regard. It doesn’t take long for Molly to realise that it’s time to re-evaluate her options and embark on a journey of self-discovery.
This is a gorgeous story that is packed with stunning descriptions of beautiful Iceland. The scenery contributes to the story with sweeping scenes and opportunities to view the Northern Lights.
There is an ensemble cast that includes Molly’s Icelandic family, fellow guests at the wonderful accommodation that her sister runs, alongside her husband, and former love interest, Leifur. The story lightly touches on each character adding texture to the narrative, without moving the focus away from Molly.
I just loved following Molly’s metamorphosis as she rediscovered her true self and embarked on a potential romance. Of course, I avoid spoilers so if you want to know what happens, you’ll need to read it yourself. I can promise that you are unlikely to be disappointed with the romantic conclusion.

I enjoyed lots of this book but I’m never very keen on stories where the hero or heroine are already involved with someone when they meet. Not unless we get rid of the other partners very swiftly.

In this case, the heroine thought she was still in a relationship and the hero was actually engaged for an awful long part of the book. In addition we have the appearance of another suitor for the heroine’s hand which simply over complicated the story.

I found the relationship between the sisters more interesting than the romance. And I love romance!

An enjoyable and entertaining read.