Christmas at the Little Paris Hotel was exactly what I needed! The characters and location gave me a wonderful holiday vibe. Rebecca Raisin knows how to put the story on paper and give her readers a book that is so wonderful to read.
Anais got the Little Paris Hotel as part of her divorce settlement. Manon is Anais’s cousin and together they have decided to a boutique hotel that has a book theme. Oh, as I pictured this in my head I would love to go to this type of hotel.
This book was one I can highly recommend to other readers.
Thank you NetGalley, Rebecca Raisin and Boldwood Books for the copy of Christmas at the Little Paris Hotel.
I received a complimentary copy of this book. This review is completely my own.

Thank you to @rachelsrandomresources for my copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.

This was a bookworms delight, full of literary references and tales of famous authors. Anais is an author herself who loses nearly everything she owns to her ex-husband in a messy divorce that leaves her with a rundown hotel that would be better off being demolished. Once she and her cousin, Manon, get looking around loads of crazy ideas about turning the place into a book lovers hideaway materialise.

I really enjoyed Manon, she was just the best character I’ve read in a while. She was the right amount of sass, stubbornness and comedy. Noah was very infuriating to begin with, but he changed once he got comfortable with the pair and definitely came into his own when he started talking about books and all things literary.

A really cosy Christmas story about not giving up when live brings you down, you can make it!

In the novel "Christmas at the Little Paris Hotel" by Rebecca Raisin, the enchanting backdrop of Paris during the festive season sets the stage for the story. The protagonist, Anais, finds herself navigating the aftermath of a divorce and unexpectedly inheriting a dilapidated hotel in Paris as part of the settlement. Her initial plan is straightforward: restore the hotel, sell it, and leave behind the painful memories of her failed marriage. However, her intentions are disrupted by the arrival of Noah, a cantankerous yet captivating American bar owner from the neighbouring establishment, who consistently disrupts Anais’s plans.

As Anais and her cousin Manon embark on the renovation project, they unexpectedly unearth a century-old literary secret, adding a compelling layer of intrigue to the story.

While the novel is set during the Christmas season, it diverges from the typical themes associated with holiday books, and I found his deviation to lead to occasional lapses in reader engagement.

You’ll love the warm and romantic vibes of Rebecca Raisin’s Christmas at the Little Paris Hotel, which is set in beautiful Paris during Christmas. Anais is the main character, and she’s just been through a divorce and now has this run-down hotel in Paris given to her in the settlement. Her plan is simple: clean it, sell it, and forget about the bad memories of her failed marriage. However, in real life and fiction, nothing ever goes as planned.

This narrative is so captivating and cute as Anais races against the clock and a limited budget to make the old hotel into a stunning holiday escape. Raisin’s description of the snow-dusted streets, twinkling lights, and the magic of the season in the City of Lights is so vivid. It’s like you’re right there with Anais, wandering the streets of Paris.

The plot gets more complicated with the grumpy, yet intriguing, American bar owner next door, Noah. The initial friction between them adds an exciting dynamic to the story, with Noah constantly interfering with Anais’s plans.

The best part of Christmas at the Little Paris Hotel is when Anais discovers a hidden room and learns about a love story that happened a hundred years ago. The historical subplot adds depth and mystery to the light-hearted romance. The stories mirror each other, with love, sacrifice, and hope, and it’s all still festive and charming.

This book has it all - romance, mystery, and personal growth - making it the perfect Christmas read.

4.5 Stars

Christmas at the Little Paris Hotel is a book about books, renovation of a boutique hotel, and women entrepreneurs.

Anais is awarded ownership of the rundown and vacant Little Paris Hotel as part of a divorce settlement. Anais and her cousin, Manon, dream of turning it into a boutique hotel with a book retreat theme. Even though it’s November, they dream of having it open by Christmas. Pressure! Financial resources, the grouchy, interfering (handsome!) owner of the bar next door, and the writing deadline that Anais is facing complicate their plans. When they discover a secret room, they are inspired by the mystery and change the hotel’s name to The Secret Library Hotel (L’hôtel de la bibliothèque secrète). Will the hotel be ready to open by Christmas?

I enjoyed the thoughtful themes in Christmas at the Little Paris Hotel. A few of the most compelling include women entrepreneurs, women supporting women, new beginnings, writers and book nerds, and Christmas spirit. Anais and Manon each enjoy a lovely side of slow-burn romance, but I would not place this in the romance genre because romance is not the main focus of the story (although it is promoted as a rom-com).

Getting the hotel ready for a Christmas opening drives the plot of the story. As the story builds there are mentions of Christmas decorations and customs. We are treated to a satisfying and lovely Christmas scene in the concluding pages.

If you love books set in Paris, you will want to add this story to your TBR. The author treats us to lovely descriptive passages as the characters walk the streets and partake in culinary delights. I could easily picture the boutique hotel with its library and literary themed rooms. You wouldn’t need to twist my arm to stay at L’hôtel de la bibliothèque secrète.

For fans of books about books and writing, there’s a great deal to enjoy here! The characters discuss books, acquire books, and create a library. Anais is a popular women’s fiction writer who is currently experiencing writer’s block and is facing
writing and renovation deadlines.

The meta vibes of a potential slow-burn romance and an author writing a romance is a fun aspect of the story. The handsome bar owner next door definitely inspires her writing! I enjoy some witty banter and I appreciate the author’s light touch in creating amusing dialogue without going “over the top” or resorting to profanity or crude language. In addition, the story is nicely paced.

Even though there are two lovely male characters, I need to note that the author goes a bit overboard with “male bashing” at times (personal opinion). The ex-husband is despicable, so expected some of that, but in other instances the negative comments seem a bit unnecessary and overdone.

Content Consideration: (in the past) toxic relationship and infidelity mentioned

I’m enthusiastically recommending Christmas at the Little Paris Hotel for fans of well-written and engaging women’s fiction featuring a strong, resilient, and determined female character. I think you’ll love the book talk and writing aspects as well. It will be a delightful and entertaining fall or winter read that is not overly Christmassy.

Thanks #NetGalley @BoldwoodBooks for a complimentary e ARC of #ChristmasAtTheLittleParisHotel upon my request. All opinions are my own.

I absolutely loved this book! I found myself engrossed in story, after Anais’s divorce settlement she embarks on refurbishing a derelict hotel into a bookish retreat. Who wouldn’t want an escape to Paris for Christmas and stay at a boutique hotel that caters to bookworms.

I found the story to be more about finding your way in the world, family, friendship and yes love. I highly recommend this book to anyone who loves books and wants a feel good read.

I requested and received an Advanced Readers Copy from Boldwood Books and NetGalley. All thoughts and opinions are my own.

If you're looking for a cute, cozy little novel to sit by the fire and snuggle up with some cocoa this winter this is the book for you. If you have dreams of ever wanting to live in Paris this book is going to make you want to live there even more. This is a quick easy read that will have you wanting to travel, standing outside wishing for snowflakes to come sooner.

This is a Christmas, feel good, midlife second change at happiness. Anais has just experienced a nasty divorce and ends up going to Paris and finds herself with a rundown hotel. Anais along with her spunky, sarcastic cousin begin to deal with renovations, and have run ins with irritating neighbors, and literary mysteries that start running all the way up to the holiday seasons. While the ladies are on a tight deadline to open the hotel in time for Christmas, will they get it done in time? Will the challenges of having a bar owner name Noah, across the street constantly complaining about the appearance and noise of the renovations be enough to drive Anais over the edge or will it put Anais into a frenzy with all the struggles of renovations and disgruntled neighbors.

Anais and her cousin run into a variety of challenges, and mysterious discoveries throughout the renovations, Anais thinks about going to the lawyers and asking them but is fearful that her ex will want the hotel back. So, she quietly unravels the mysteries without notifying anymore.

If you're looking for opposites attract, playful banter, and if you love books about books (as much as I do, I make it a point to read every book I can find about books talking about books), then definitely give this one a go because it is full of mentions about books. I mean, the hotel is for book lovers, so there is that. This is for you if you love enemies to lovers, second-chance romances, and a mystery to solve. If you are looking for all the cozy Christmas vibes for the upcoming season

This is my second Rebecca raisin book and it did not disappoint. Her writing is beautiful and all her characters are relatable . Paris is on my bucket list so I was extremely excited to know that this book took place during Christmas in Paris.. I seriously want to jump
On a plane and visit Paris during the holidays. Such an adorable book! Highly recommend

After a difficult divorce, romance writer Anais inherits a rundown hotel and a hefty mortgage. Determined to renovate and reopen it before Christmas, she works tirelessly with her cousin Manon. While Manon comes across as intimidating, her softer side is revealed as the story unfolds. Anais' love interest, Noah, is her grumpy neighbor who owns a bar, and though their initial interactions aren't promising, their relationship slowly develops. The story also includes a mystery involving two sealed-off rooms in the hotel. Fans of "A Love Letter to Paris" will enjoy a cameo by Lilou, linking the two books.

A big thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for an ARC in exchange for an honest review.

Book Review: Christmas at the Little Paris Hotel

I recently finished Christmas at the Little Paris Hotel by Rebecca Raisin, and I am completely enchanted! This festive romance took me on a delightful journey to Paris, where I fell in love with the charming setting and the engaging characters.

Anais's story begins on a bittersweet note as she inherits a dilapidated hotel following her divorce. I immediately empathized with her desire to move on and start fresh. Her determination to transform the hotel into a cozy, bookish retreat before Christmas is both ambitious and relatable, especially as she grapples with the looming deadline and her dwindling funds.

The introduction of Noah, the grumpy American bar-owner next door, adds a fun layer of tension. Their banter is hilarious and realistic, and I found myself rooting for their chemistry to blossom despite their rocky start. The inclusion of a mysterious room in the hotel, tied to a century-old secret, was a captivating subplot that kept me turning the pages, eager to uncover its significance.

Raisin’s vivid descriptions of Paris during the holiday season were absolutely magical. The twinkling fairy lights and the first snowflakes created such a warm, festive atmosphere that I could practically feel the spirit of Christmas wrapping around me. The food descriptions had me craving pastries and hot chocolate, making this an even more immersive experience.

What truly stood out to me was the underlying theme of love and resilience. As Anais navigates her past and her new beginnings, I felt inspired by her journey of self-discovery and hope. This book isn't just about romance; it’s about finding joy in unexpected places and embracing the magic of the season.

Overall, Christmas at the Little Paris Hotel is a heartwarming, escapist read that beautifully combines romance, mystery, and the charm of Paris. I wholeheartedly recommend it to anyone looking to be whisked away into a world of festive delight. It’s the perfect cozy companion for winter nights!

I loved this book! First of all, Paris at Christmas provided the perfect festive setting. The author brought the city to life in my imagination, and I felt like I was right there experiencing all the sights along with the characters. The literary touches scattered throughout the book made my bookworm heart so happy. And the fact that Anais was a romance author made it even better! The mystery was intriguing and kept me turning the pages quickly. The romance between the main characters was secondary to the plot, which enabled me to really immerse myself in the character growth of Anais as she brought the hotel back to life. I found this to be a light, fun, festive book, perfect for Christmas time.

I want to start this review by thanking NetGalley, Boldwood Books, and Rebecca Raisin for giving me a copy of Christmas At The Little Paris Hotel in return for an honest review. Everything that you read here will be my thoughts and opinions of Christmas At The Little Paris Hotel.

In this story, we are following Anais, a famous romance writer who is recently divorced from her cheating husband. Through the divorce, she is stuck with a run-down Paris Hotel that her now ex-husband had planned on fixing up. Between the lawyer fees for the divorce, the mortgage for the run-down hotel, and now the cost of fixing it up to sell, Anais is running short on cash. Not only does she need to fix the hotel so she can sell it, but she also has a deadline for a book hanging over her head that needs to be completed. The problem is Anais is having trouble writing a romance when all she wants to do is kill off her hero. To say that Anais is stressed is an understatement. The good thing about this whole situation is that Manon, her cousin, is staying with her at the hotel while it is getting fixed up, and she is helping. Anais and Manon have big plans for renovating this run-down heap of a hotel and making it a book lovers retreat. I mean, really, what isn't to love when it comes to a hotel in Paris that caters to bibliophiles? The question is, can Anais and Manon manage to have the work done in time to open it for the Christmas Season?

Noah, the neighbor and owner of the bar across the street, might be good-looking, but it is not long before he starts in with Anais about how terrible the hotel looks from the street. Noah does not stop with just one complaint; he also mentions how loud the construction workers are and that he does not appreciate the dumpster being placed out front rather than down the back alley. Anais does not take kindly to this neighbor, which creates some excellent banter between the two characters. As the characters get to know one another, Anais thinks Noah isn't quite the pig that she first believed him to be; maybe there is a bit more to this American than meets the eye.

As the renovations continue, Anais and Manon discover two mysterious rooms by accident. One of the rooms is unlocked, allowing the girls to investigate, but the second room is locked with no key in sight. There is also no mention of these rooms in the information that Anais got from the lawyers. Anais does not dare ask about it because she is worried her ex-husband will try to take back the hotel. Anais can not afford to go to court again against him. She has already lost so much. So it is up to Anais and Manon to solve the one-hundred-year-old mysteries of these two rooms. I really enjoyed how they go about solving the mystery and who they include to help them with the case.

Rebecca Raisin did a great job with the descriptions of the hotel, the Christmas market scenes, and just the city itself. Honestly, it makes me want to visit Paris at Christmas. I have to say that I loved reading about Anais and Manon. They have such a fun dynamic and get along great with one another. Not to mention that they are complete opposites, which makes their relationship even more fun. If you are looking for a positive cousin relationship to read about, I believe you will find it in this book. I also enjoyed the side characters in this story as well. I was interested in hearing what the backpackers were getting up to daily, and I loved hearing about their jobs in the city. I really enjoyed getting to know the characters and watching them develop throughout the story. If you love books about books, then definitely give this one a go because it is full of mentions about books. I mean, the hotel is for book lovers, so there is that. This is for you if you love enemies to lovers, second-chance romances, and a mystery to solve. If you are looking for all the cozy Christmas vibes for the upcoming season, I believe this could be for you because it does not disappoint.

Trigger Warnings:

Cheating Spouse
Talk of Spousal Abuse
Mentions of Losing a Significant Other

I enjoyed reading Christmas at the Little Paris Hotel by Rebecca Raisin. You will fall in love with all the characters. I received an ARC of this book courtesy of NetGalley and the publisher. All opinions expressed in this review are my own and given freely. Happy Reading!

Thank You to NetGalley and the Publisher for an advanced e-copy of Christmas a the Little Paris Hotel, in exchange for an honest review.

'Christmas at the Little Paris Hotel' is an escape for those seeking a heartwarming and feel-good Christmas read. This second-chance romance follows Anais as she navigates the challenges of rebuilding her life after a difficult divorce, taking on the unexpected task of renovating a dilapidated hotel in the heart of Paris.

The story is charming and engaging, with a perfect blend of Christmas cheer and Parisian charm. Anais and her witty cousin are instantly likeable characters, and their journey of restoring the hotel is both entertaining and relatable. The author masterfully crafts a world where the reader can almost feel the crisp Parisian air and the magic of the holiday season.

While the narrative focuses on the sweet romance blossoming between Anais and a certain infuriating neighbor, the story also offers a gentle mystery that adds a layer of intrigue. The plot unfolds at a leisurely pace, allowing readers to fully immerse themselves in the characters' lives and the festive atmosphere.

While the 'dramatic twists' at the end are perhaps not as shocking as some might anticipate, they don't detract from the overall enjoyment of the story. The focus remains on the characters' personal growth and their journey towards happiness, which is ultimately what makes this book so satisfying.

In my opinion, 'Christmas at the Little Paris Hotel' is a perfect pick for those who crave a cozy Christmas read. It's a story that will leave you feeling warm and fuzzy, with a renewed appreciation for the magic of the holiday season and the beauty of Paris.
4.25 Stars!!!

Oh wow I thought to begin with that it was funny how everything was stacked again Anaïs with the hotel. But then the secret was discovered and omg after that I couldn't put it down.
I love how it all revolved around love in both nowadays and late history. I want to go and stay in the hotel it sounds like my little piece of heaven on earth.

Lovely Christmas story that will leave you feeling warm and cosy. Anais is a great character and I love the interaction with Noah, add a bit of humour, mystery and intrigue intro the mix and you have a perfect easy reading story to curl up in front of the fire with

This book was so cute! The perfect book for Christmas time. I was getting so many festive feels from reading this. This is a slow burn enemies/frenemies to lovers slow burn romance.
Anais, a romance writer, finds herself saddled with a run down hotel and suffering from writer’s block after a divorce from her philandering husband. Initially she is set on renovating and repairing the damages to the hotel, with the help of her cousin Manon, in order to sell it and move on with her life. The next-door literary bar owner, Noah, is too involved and around for her liking ,initially. Jaded from her recent heartbreak, she finds him a complaining know-it-all ,who is constantly under foot. With the discovery of a mysterious author’s room, in the hotel, she finds herself growing closer to literary lover Noah.
I found myself wanting to visit this hotel and Paris during and after reading this book. A lovely, magical Christmassy story, with likable characters, an enchanting setting, and a charming love story.

Christmas at the Little Paris Hotel, by Rebecca Raisin, is a charming Christmas story that will be loved by many, but particularly book lovers! This story is atmospheric, easy to read, and festive, with a touch of mystery and a slow-burn, sweet romance. The characters feel realistic, diverse, complex and compelling. This story is filled to bursting with Parisian festivities, descriptions, and Christmas cheer. It’s an endearing story that is delightful, heart-warming, thoroughly entertaining and perfect for the season.

2.5 stars

Christmas at the Little Paris Hotel was a cute book that left me feeling a bit Scrooge-ish. I think that, while Rebecca Raisin's story was lovely, the writing style just annoyed me too much to ever really lose myself in the story.

Anaïs received a derelict hotel from her divorce and decides to move into the hotel with her cousin, Manon to fix it up and sell it. The story, obviously, takes place in Paris, even though half of the character are not, in fact, French. However, every couple sentences Raisin throws in a "oui" or "non" or some other very common French phrase you know, ostensibly to remind us that these characters are in Paris and do, in fact, speak French. It absolutely got on my very last nerve. Were we going to forget that everyone was in Paris? Was it not enough to tell us that they speak French?

Anyway, the book is billed as a "cozy romance," a genre I don't think I've really explored before and while I enjoyed parts of the story, other parts of the story just seemed to drag on with nothing really happening. What was the point of the ex-husband after the first chapter? I have no idea.

I really wish I had enjoyed this book more- scenes in Christmas markets and discussion of pastries and food were some of my favorite parts and were beautifully described. I'm not sure cozy romances are for me, but perhaps I'll try one again in the future.

Christmas At The Little Paris Hotel is the ultimate festive feelgood read.

Set in Paris, in the weeks leading upto Christmas, our protagonist is Anäis, who is recovering from her divorce and her ex-husbands cruel betrayal, Angus is working with her cousin Manon to renovate the dilapidated Hotel, she "won" in her divorce.

A successful romance writer, her recent heartbreak, has caused Anäis to loose faith in both love and her writing. And she desperately needs to recover both, in order to find the strength to save the hotel.

Hopefully she can then sell the Hotel to recruit some of her financial losses. Though the damage to her heart will take longer to heal.

Over the next few years, both Manon and Anäis find themselves falling in love with the hotel and also learning that true love might be hiding around them.

However, Anäis soon discovers the hotel's, long hidden secret involving a secret French author and she decides that it is time to uncover the mystery. Assisting her, is her neighbour Noah, and he plays the perfect "sunshine" to the bizarre level of grumpiness that Anäis only displays around him.

Their budding relationship, adds some humour and the perfect element of "will they, won't they" to the storyline. Of course, this is a Christmas set, romcom, so we know that a "happily ever after" or HEA is on the cards - but whether this will be for Anäis, Noah Manon will be the question. Especially, when Anäis's nasty ex returns and, I seriously enjoyed how Manon handled him
Go Manon !!

Christmas At The Little Paris Hotel is an uplifting and funny festive romance comedy, that will lift your spirits this year.