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I have absolutely loved this series. It is good to see previous characters appear in these stories. This is a wonderful idea of a street that oozes Christmas all year round. Who wouldn’t want to visit. Jaime has created such a lovely close knit community that strive in helping each other. In this instalment 2 of the shop keepers have had a disagreement and the Committee decided to set tasks to see which one could keep its place on Ever After Street and which one must leave. I think you will enjoy reading to find out who the winner is. I definitely did

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What a wonderful trip to Ever After Street. If you love all things Christmas, especially Nutcrackers and Snow Globes this is the book for you.
Jaimie has managed to bring the street to life, I’d love to visit.
If you are only going to buy one Christmas book make sure it’s this one. You won’t be disappointed.

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It was so lovely being back in Ever After Street and catching up with the shopkeepers. The focus this time is on Nutcracker maker and shop owner Franca Andrews and her ongoing feud with Raff Dardenne who makes magical snow globes. The myth is that these magical snow globes match people to their true loves and this is something that Franca does not believe is true and thinks it’s all a con. After disaster strikes it’s actually Raff who comes to her rescue. The question is can she see him as the caring, kind and considerate man he really is? Along with the theme of Christmas and well described likeable characters this also covers family dynamics, following dreams and how things aren’t always what they seem. A very heartwarming read that actually had one bit leaving me crying with laughter! Thanks to Boldwood Books and Netgalley for the ARC

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A little bit of Christmas magic never goes amiss and this book is no different. Filled with warmth and Christmas magic in the most unexpected ways and places.

Franca is trying to keep her shop afloat and win the competition between her and her rival Raff who makes the most exquisite snow globes.

Fran has an unfortunate accident which puts her out of action made worse by the viral video that’s growing every day. Raff feels terrible and sets about trying to help Fran using his craftsman skills to help with her business.

Full of Christmas cheer and family what more does a book need at the most wonderful time of the year.

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Franca Andrews is facing a holiday nightmare—her beloved nutcracker shop is on the verge of closing, and her rival, Raff Dardenne, with his enchanting snow globes, seems to be the only thing standing in her way. As their shops compete for survival on Ever After Street, Franca is determined to expose Raff's snow globes as nothing more than a myth. But when she finds herself in a bind, Raff unexpectedly offers his help, and Franca begins to see a different side of him. This charming enemies-to-lovers tale, set against a backdrop of holiday magic, will warm your heart and remind you that sometimes, the real magic is found where you least expect it.

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Franca is convinced Raff Dardenne is conning the customers of ever after with his snow globes that move when they are places in the hands of two soul mates and she’s determined to show the world. The other traders and the council are sick of the two of them bickering so hand out a challenge and the shop who fulfills that will stay and the other will leave the Christmas street.
Disaster strikes when Raff and Franka are put on the Christmas arch together and Franca ends up unable to finish her nutcrackers with broken fingers. Raff feels bad about the accident and helps her to make her Christmas orders .
By spending time together they find they have much in common and start to like each other. But the councils challenge still stands. Who will win 5e ultimate prize of staying on the street and can they work together to bring a Merry Christmas to all?
Love this magical series and is always a pleasure to visit the magical place of Ever after .

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Easy, fun, feel good read! This one had me all in my Christmas vibes! Very cutely written and great characters.

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4.5 ⭐️ 1 🌶️

Read As An Arc

🎄 Enemies to Lovers
🎄 Grinches
🎄 Cozy Read
🎄 Twinkling Magic
🎄 Nutcrackers x Snowglobes
🎄 Competition
🎄 Sense Of Community


Franca and Raff are amazing characters, even as the grinches they start out to be! They both have competing stores, Franca’s Nutcrackers and Raff’s Snowglobes, until Franca gets injured during this competition.

From reading this book, it is obvious that the characters from previous books are mentioned considering this is the 4th instalment. The message of the book, which I think can be a reminder for anyone really and can provide us all some optimism and positivity. That something good can be brought out of something that isn’t.

Raff has a bit of an attitude at times, it’s something that can be easily overlooked though, as I did. The things happening are all fictional, so I try not to associate that with reality besides the message I grasped from the novel. It is entertaining for a Christmas read, that also gets into the Christmas spirit.

This setting’s universe is amazing! It’s something that is pulled straight out of a Hallmark movie, who wouldn’t want a cute little town like that? Dreamy and charming in my eyes!

I adored this, and again the biggest downside to this is that I did not read the previous ones!! But that’s okay; because I know what I am starting December 1st!

It’s so lighthearted! Grab your copy with the series, and plan these reads during the most magical time of the year!




* Thank you to NetGalley for the arc!


** will be posted on Goodreads on Aug 27 @ https://www.goodreads.com/review/list/170879374-bee?shelf=read

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This was the perfect light and easy Christmas read. You actually can't beat a good festive story and the author captures everything nicely and it gives off hallmark vibes. This was a bit predictable but still enjoyable and fun. Thank you to netgalley, the author and the publisher for this arc.

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I loved the story of Franca and Raff; it was the kind of story which would be lovely to read at Christmas with a big mug of hot chocolate.
I could almost smell the workshop as Raff was working the lathe, Jaimie did a great job of bringing the reader into the story.
The romance itself was very sweet and I was really rooting for the main characters to have a happy ending.

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I just loved this book! It was just amazing and I just love Ever After Street and really wish that I could live there. The characters on this street are just amazing too, there are two bad apples but one of them turns out to be an absolute sweetheart and the other one redeems himself eventually. This book follows Franca Andrews who runs the nutcracker shop and Raff Dardenne who runs the snow globe shop as they are pitted together by the council to see who comes out best but due to an incident between them Franca ends up with an injury which then leads to her and Raff getting closer and getting to know each other better.

It’s just an amazing book and so heartwarming and gorgeous!

I would highly recommend reading this book if you are looking for a good book to get you into the festive mood but word of warning this book will make you wish you were there.

I would like to thank Boldwood Books and NetGalley for giving me the opportunity to read and review this book early.

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Thank you to Netgalley and publisher for this ARC book.
Oh that was such a sweet read. Very easy read too. Can't beat a bit of Christmas magic and love

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Love the Ever After Street books and this is no exception. Franca has a Nutcracker Shop and her arch enemy Raff runs a snow globe shop. There's been a competition set that they both have to meet a target before Xmas or one of them need to leave

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I love a Christmas book!
This was a really good book that I thoroughly enjoyed & will recommend to others.
Thanks for the opportunity to read & review it

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4.5⭐️
Thank you Netgalley and Boldwood Books for my ARC copy.

I loved this book so much, it was a cute festive romcom with extremely lovable characters. I adored the friendship between Raff And Franca, Raffs family were also just extremely loveable characters and their love for christmas was just contagious. I will 100% be recommending this book to everyone.

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*Thank you to Netgalley and publisher for an advanced readers copy in exchange for an honest review.

⭐️ 4/5
❤️ Enemies/rivals to lovers
🎁 Christmas shop owners
❤️ Former ballet dancer fmc

This was a very cosy and cute read for the holidays. Filled with lovable characters and a festive and warm setting. Franca and Raff were very likeable main characters and I appreciated the heartwarming character growth. I especially loved how uplifting and supportive Raff was, and he’s definitely the book boyfriend we all deserve during the holiday season!

It was a little repetitive in places, but overall a very enjoyable read. If you’re a fan of sweet Christmas stories with a Hallmark feel then this is the book for you.

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This was such a cute, holiday addition to the Ever After series. While predictable, the story was fun, sweet, and truly enjoyable. I loved the characters, flaws and all, and the changes they made. A great holiday read for all who need a sprinkle of magic in their lives.
I received an advance copy of this book in exchange for my honest review.

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This is a lovely story! I enjoyed this book so much! It was an immense pleasure to read this uplifting, emotional story. I honesty did not want this book to end.

The characters are wonderful. I especially loved the two main characters. It is so easy to judge others without knowing them, from impressions that you believe to be true. This fictional story shows how people should act. Showing kindness and be forgiving makes the world and your life a much better place.

Thank you for much to the author, Jaimie Admans for creating this special place and this magical story. I will definitely be recommending to my reader friends.

I also want to thank Boldwood Books and NetGalley for giving me the pleasure of reading the advance reader copy, with no obligation to write a review. My review is written freely as a hobby, and is totally my own opinion, not influenced by receiving the ARC.

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This is a fun, entertaining, enchanting read. Raff and Franca are interesting, wounded, intriguing, strong, relatable, entertaining characters. It took me a bit to like Franca, but she grew on me as the story moved along. I enjoyed their romance and the path it took to get to their HEA. I love this world of Ever After Street and the sense of small town. I love the growth in self-awareness of these characters. The secondary characters added to the fabric of the story and my enjoyment. The story is easy to read and get into.

I voluntarily read and reviewed an advanced copy of this book. All thoughts and opinions are my own.

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4 ⭐️ This is *THE* Christmas book! In this story we follow Raff and Franca who are rival shop owners and when I say rivals, I mean REALLY rivals. Their journey is beautiful and super fun to read! It was a book that didn't bore me at any point besides being super fast paced.

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