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Dnf after 46%.

I couldn't get through this story at all... Struggled to keep the interest up. The characters annoyed me... The story was slow, boring...

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A sweet romance of second chances taking a different direction, opposites attract and family love all wrapped up on a story of Christmas wishes. There are several storylines going on in this book which makes the plot more dynamic and realistic. Toss in a hot young scrooge whose heart gets thawed and you definitely have a happily ever after Christmas story to enjoy. It's an emotional story that will grip your heartstrings so make sure you have a good beverage, quality snacks, a cuddly reading spot and time blocked off as you won't want to stop turning pages as you read this delightful Christmas story.

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A perfect Christmas read! Although some aspects of the story are not very believable (too many coincidences; organizing a large charity event with little prior experience), Hayley and her precocious daughter Angel are determined to experience all that New York has to offer, while Hayley also attempts to track down Angel’s father.

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Set in New York at Christmas, this heartwarming story follows Hayley and her daughter Angel as they search for Angel’s father, whom he’s never met. Oliver, a billionaire with a reputation for one-night stands, becomes central to their journey. The novel is filled with vibrant, well-drawn characters, from Oliver’s witty exchanges with Hayley to the wise-beyond-her-years Angel. Despite the improbable coincidences, the sparkling humor, romantic charm, and festive setting make this a delightful, feel-good read. It balances laugh-out-loud moments with emotional depth, perfect for the holiday season.

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Such a great read! Highly recommend this one.

Many thanks to the author, the publisher, and Netgalley for my ARC. All opinions are my own.

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This book is a charming Christmas read set in the magical backdrop of New York during the holiday season, complete with all the festive elements you’d hope for, including ice skating at Rockefeller Center. The characters are lovable, and the storyline is a delightful mix of humour and romance. However, the graphic sex scenes felt out of place and overly explicit, detracting from the overall warmth and charm of the story. Despite this, it’s still an enjoyable holiday read for those who love a bit of Christmas romance.

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

The story is set in New York during Christmas time.

Hayley and her daughter Angel are there to spend time with her brother, enjoy the season, but at the same time she wants to find Angel’s father, and fulfill her daughters wish.

But, the father doesn’t know he has a daughter. Hayley only met him the once a long time ago.

I loved Angel, who being only 9, was so much older by her knowledge.

I recommend this book.

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A fabulous Christmas romance, that although a little predictable is so filled with wonderful Christmas touches that the predictability is easily overlooked!

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A magical romantic getaway with twinkling lights and the vivid picture of a white New York. Charming characters and the festive holiday make it the perfect book to escape with this year!

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The holiday season is so magical, but this book just made it so much sweeter! I am in love with this sweet story. The characters, the setting, and the sweet love story. So great!

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A beautiful sweet Christmas time story which I really enjoyed.
The characters were adorable and the story was such happy fun filled journey.
I read this in one sitting couldn’t put it down

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Christmas is July! Who doesn’t love a little Christmas spirit any time of the year.? I did enjoy this light heated book that had me feeling all the happy feels.

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This is a lovely story set in New York at Christmas time, featuring a woman and her daughter looking for the man who is the girls father. They have never met and he has no idea she even exists, being the result of a night of passion many years ago.

This is a really easy feel good read with a lot of loveable characters. Especially 9 year old daughter Angel, who is wise beyond her years. Well written and perfect for the festive period. The plot is well thought out and the ending was perfect.

Thanks to Netgalley, the publisher and the author for the opportunity to read this book in exchange for an honest review.

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Read this as part of my Christmas in July reading which has become an annual tradition. Love this author and as usual she has taken the reader on a journey and this is so much more than just a festive read. I loved how this one was set in New York as reminded me of my travels there some years ago.

Engaging storyline and characters that the reader can warm too.

A lovely cosy read that has made me want to go back to New York and to experience what it’s like at Christmas time.

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I loved how the story was very well structured and all the characters had their own space to share their story. We got to know Hayley and Oliver really well and Angel was just so special and adorable. The relation between mother and daughter came across really well and in a very beautiful way.

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Thanks Netgalley for allowing me to read this book. Hayley is excited about visiting New York with her young daughter. She has made some changes in her life, and is regretting them. A nice read.

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A fantastic story. Set mainly in New York. Loved it. Money is not always the .solution. Angel was one amazing child. A great character. The twist that tied everyone together was clever. Hayley flew with her daughter to find her one night stand in New York . A great story and you had a great love element , a medical story that made you wonder what you would do. Family pressure as well.. I really enjoyed it. Good ending

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I have read several of Mandy Baggots books and I have enjoyed them all. This book is no executive: it's a perfect christmas romance! When Hayley was visiting her brother in N.Y.C she had a one-night-stand with a man and got pregnant. Now, 10 years later, her daughter's christmas wish is to meet her father so Hayley and daughter Angel come to New York for their christmas break. Once there Hayley keeps meeting her brother's boss Oliver....
I thoroughly enjoyed reading this book. I loved Hayley and Angel and Dean,.Vernon and Randy. It took me a while to warm to Oliver but he turned out to be a likable character after all. The setting in N.Y.C. made me want to book a christmas vacation there asap. Really a lovely romance that I will definitely read again in december!

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Hayley and Oliver's lives couldn't be more different. She is a single unemployed mum who is on a mission this Christmas but when she meets billionaire could her and her daughters life forever. Will she find her dad, her whole meaning for her Christmas adventures?

This is a gorgeous Christmas read from Mandy Baggot that is prefect for this Christmas.

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