A fairly slow start but stick with it as this turned into a nice read. Shades of Modiano’s paris and lots of little fun details about literary greats. Could have done without the flashback chapter on Francois-Xavier feel like that could have been better handled as just internal thoughts from Anais. The ending felt quite abrupt though and the reader deserved to know more about the outcome of the hotel and such.

This was a brilliant book from start to finish, I had never read any of Rebecca Raisin’s books before, and I definitely will after this one. I loved the descriptions of the run down hotel brought back to life, the streets and landscape of Paris described so beautifully. The mystery aspect of the book was fantastic, I think Manson is the best friend most people need, especially for Anais. Excellent book and would happily recommend. Thank you to NetGalley and Boldwood books for this e-arc in exchange for an honest review.

I loved this festive story. Set in Paris it gave me the chance to see Christmas in a new city. They angst of sorting out the hotel, the mystery of the two rooms and the gradual unfolding of relationships kept me reading and nt wanting to put the book down.

Christmas at the Little Paris Hotel was a delightful read! Anais, a romance author suffering from writer’s block due to her recent divorce, is faced with remodeling and opening a dilapidated hotel with her cousin, Manon, two months before Christmas. This is the perfect read for bibliophiles as there is a mystery surrounding a mysterious deceased author, a hidden library, a book-related wine bar next door complete with a handsome owner, and a hidden manuscript. Author, Rebecca Raisin, brings the reader into Anais’ world and makes you feel like you are part of her journey! I found myself not being able to put this book down.

Thank you, NetGalley and Boldwood Books, for the digital ARC in exchange for my honest review. All thoughts and opinions expressed above are my own.

If it’s Rebecca Raisin I am reading it one of my all time fave writers. Always delivers with a feel good read that really warms you from the inside and this was no different .

Thank you NetGalley and Boldwood Books for a copy of "Christmas at the Little Paris Hotel" in exchange for my honest review.

Romance writer Anais de la Croix has the world's worst case of writer's block. She just divorced her cheating husband, has been left with very little money and a run-down hotel (while Francois-Xavier got to keep their lovely flat). The L'hotel du Parc is in a brilliant spot across from the Jardin du Luxembourg but at the moment it is probably the world's ugliest hotel. However Anais and her cousin Manon feel that with a little bit of TLC and lots of Euros, they can fix it up and sell-up. At the moment they can't sell it because anything they could get for it would not cover the massive mortgage, a debt with the ex happily offloaded on her. The hotel came with 4 lovely young people backpackers who have been keeping an eye one the place in

When the old L'hotel du Parc sign crashes to the pavement, Noah who owns The Lost Generation Bar next door tells her to clean it up because the clutter is ruining the whole of the 6th arrondissement. Anais is mad at all men at this point and is not happy with Noah's "advice".

There is a flashback to 6 months ago when Anais found out about l'affair. Francois-Xavier always claimed that he could not work because of constant migraines and back pain. He was able to carry-on an affair with Helga their young housekeeper (and according the Anais half the women of Paris).

As they start to look over the hotel, they find rooms with old and broken furniture - a lot of which they hope to repurpose. They find one room full of kettles and toasters - a veritable kettle graveyard. They also find 2 secret rooms which Anais sets out to find why they had been walled up. One door they are able to open, the other one doesn't open and they have no key. She's happy to so DIY, research - anything except write the words for her next RomCom. Noah becomes an incredible asset to finding out who had lived in those 2 secret rooms and why.

Both Anais and Manon end up falling for lovely men, who treat them well. This story has lots of secrets, happiness and sadness. It is a story in the present but very much linked to the past. It is a wonderful story with a glass of mulled wine and some cheese for the upcoming holiday season.

This began with Anais having been through a messy divorce and part of the settlement was a broken down hotel.
She is trying to turn it around for Christmas with the help of Manon her cousin.
Sorry I didn't warm to Anais and the story didn't pull me in.
At the beginning Anais kept thinking up ways to get back at her ex and it got a bit tiresome. I get she was upset but it didn't add anything to the story.
Everyone else seems to like the book but it just wasn't for me.
Thanks to the publisher and Netgalley.

I have not read Rebecca Raisin's previous novel, so I didn't know what to expect, however I loved 'Christmas at the little Paris Hotel'. I loved the literary mystery story line, and although I had guessed where the romantic storylines were going, the ups and downs of Anais and Manon's struggles to open the hotel were well written and engaging. This may have been my first Rebecca Raisin novel, but it won't be my last! Thanks to Netgalley for my ARC, this has not affected my review.

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