A lovely festive read and the description of the beautiful French village is class. It transports you right there!

I would like to thank NetGalley and the publisher for giving me the chance to read this book in exchange for a fair and full review.

This was such a great read. It had everything to make it a magical scene. Was so romantic

This was such a delightful and wonderful winter read. I adored the setting and really enjoyed getting to know the characters.

This story tells of Orla and jacques who meet in a snowy village in France and they don’t get off to a good start but with the help of the villagers and Erin and Tommy and a reindeer their story and dark secrets unfold to give a happy ending to finish

A cozy festive read. I loved the characters, and the setting. What's more romantic than France? The story itself was a bit slow at times, but overall a cute, holiday book.

There was a lot I liked about this book, but I feel it could have used a bit more editing. It started to drag towards the end. Overall though it was a cute holiday read. The romance was nice, and the siblings were fun secondary characters.

I would give it 3.5 stars

Thank you to the publisher and to NetGalley for an arc. All opinions expressed are my own.

This was a really sweet and cosy festive read. I always love a trip to France, especially in the winter time so it was nice to come back and meet so many wonderful characters.

a cosy festive read, i love this author and she is my go to holiday read so it felt strange at first to be reading a festive book but it was easy to get lost her in her easy style of writing with a fun plot

I love books based on France, I spent many holidays at my mum and step dads house in my early to mid 20s and a book based in France that is written well, takes me back there every time.

I love a festive read any time of the year really but especially this time of year. I loved the characters in this book, sibling love, family love, love love, it's all in here and I am here for it.

I love romance but I love books that have a sense of reality in them too, like with Orla and Erin's parents going through a tricky spot in their life and Delphine not being 100%. It gives the story a more realistic feel which I love.

I love a good heartthrob and this book doesn't disappoint, I mean who doesn't love a French accent and a handsome man to go with it.

I really enjoy this authors books and this one was no exception.

Dnf after 35%.

I just couldn't get through this book... Very boring and slow. No unfortunately not for me.

This book is perfect for those who want to read something wintery without being bombarded with Christmas shenanigans. I really enjoyed this book, and I think it's because it took me on a journey I wasn't expecting. I was thinking this would be a light and fluffy small-town romance with a lot of Christmas magic sprinkled throughout it. While it is this to a certain extent, it also is a story that possesses a lot of depth and mystery and tackles some tougher issues. This story is about these relatable characters who are juggling a lot of real-life problems. Mandy was thoughtful in how she included topics such as mental health, dealing with a serious illness, strained family relationships, and living and healing from past traumas. Everything in this book really worked beautifully together.

I adored the setting. I am a sucker for a small-town romance, and one that is located in the rural mountainside of France really scratched an itch I didn't know I had. The little town of Saint-Chambéry was quirky, fun, and possessed so much charm. I loved all the townspeople, and Mandy did a great job at creating a community that felt like a cozy blanket was hugging you.
One of the things that made this book feel so real was the complicated family dynamics that existed in it. Both Orla and Jacque's family relationships aren't the greatest. Orla's parents are struggling with health problems and marriage problems. Orla's younger sister is talking to this mysterious stranger online, and Orla is afraid her sister will either be hurt or scammed by this mysterious person. Jacque has a strained relationship with both of his parents and has chosen to distance himself from his family, except his younger brother. Watching Orla and Jacque navigate these different solutions was heartbreaking and heartwarming. There aren't any clear answers or solutions to their problems; they are just trying to do their best.
I liked Orla and Jacque. They have this interesting chemistry going on between them. There is a lot of friction between these two, and they often go from hot to cold in the blink of an eye. Both of these characters deal with a lot of issues, both family and personal. Their emotional baggage often leads to misunderstandings, leading to fights. I enjoyed Orla and Jacque's story. They are both extremely likable characters, and it was utterly adorable to see how nervous they were about going on a date with one another. You will like this book if you like forced proximity, dislike lovers, small-town meddling, misunderstandings, and closed-door spice. Overall, the romance in this book was this fabulous mixture of charm, warmth, and a dash of lusty attraction.
One Winter at the French Chalet is a real and heartwarming romance.

Orla is sent to a tiny village in the French Alps at Christmas time to write an article about a mute man taking care of a pregnant reindeer - with only 24hrs notice. Before she leaves she sees her sister and her mum and as a result of what is going on in her family life at the moment, she ends up taking her sister, Erin, to France with her.

The description of the village sounds amazing and I would love to visit somewhere like that at Christmas time. The villagers are eccentric, particularly Delphine, who seems to run everything and everyone in the village.

The story is chaotic and it took a little while for some of the background stories and characters to tie into the main story line. For a long time it seemed unnecessary but eventually it was all explained when Orla starts to self-reflect on her life and what she wants out of it. She was also able to get Jacques to finally start opening up to someone about his previous life (or lives) which helped him realise that he also wanted something more in life and someone to spend it with.

Some of the story seems very far-fetched - particularly the bit where they actually found a pregnant reindeer randomly in the forest when reindeer typically give birth in late spring. It is mentioned continuously through the story and then when it actually happens, it's quickly forgotten about. I think it would have been better if it had just remained the ruse it initially was.

At the heart of it though, it is a sweet story about people finding themselves and opening yourself up to what could be, whether that is letting people who care about you help, falling in love or finding your purpose in life.

Thanks to NetGalley and Boldwood Books for the opportunity to read and review this ARC.

A thoroughly enjoyable read filled with delightful characters who are humorous, eccentric and memorable . A great plot with a little bit of mystery thrown in. A great read good setting with romance and very festive just curl up in front of a fire on a winter weekend and enjoyable!

As Christmas quickly approaches, Orla's boss insists she travel to a remote French village to interview a man who is silent and to witness the pregnant reindeer. However, Orla isn't keen as she was looking forward to spending time with her younger sister and family. However. Orla discovers that all is not well at home and her mother begs her to take her sister Erin with her to France so that she can find out who she is constantly texting. The two sisters travel to the remote village of Saint-Chambéry which is set in the snow covered mountains. Their arrival involves a dangerous encounter with a mysterious figure Jacques. Despite being both intrigued and frustrated by Jacques, Orla cannot help but wonder: what secrets is this enigmatic Frenchman concealing? Moreover, can she discover the truth without compromising her own heart and discover who the secret man is who has captured her sister's heart.

This cozy Christmas romance is the perfect read, complete with a generous dusting of snow and a cast of eccentric characters. Each character is captivating, and their adventures drive the story forward swiftly. Although the initial scene setting may be somewhat challenging to grasp, the narrative becomes clear once it shifts to France. The book is filled with humor as well as touching moments. It's best savored with a glass of mulled wine and a mince pie. With thanks to Boldwood Books and Netgalley for a copy of the arc.

The title alone is pure happiness, and Mary meant. I knew I had to read it! And I’m so glad I did. It was happy, it was romantic, it was sweet, it was sappy, it was over the top, and it was perfect!

I was captivated by this book from the moment I started it.

The characters are so delightful, and getting to know them more throughout was lovely. I often found myself smiling whilst reading this book

A beautiful setting, romantic and festive... what a wonderful read this is!

I thoroughly enjoyed reading this book from start to finish. It held my attention & captivated my imagination throughout. Filled with believable, fully-formed characters & a storyline that unravelled in a glorious sounding snowy setting made this a wonderful winter-time and Christmas read.
Snuggle up in the warmth and enjoy a winter in France.

Prepare to be whisked away to a snowy wonderland with Mandy Baggot’s One Winter at the French Chalet. This heartwarming story is the perfect cozy read for cold winter nights, filled with romance, laughter, and a touch of festive magic.

Follow the journey of Orla, a journalist, who is asked to go to a charming chalet in the French Alps to cover a story of a reindeer about to give birth and a mute man. There, she meets Jacques, the dashing, reserved man with a few secrets of his own. As sparks fly and the snow falls, Orla and Jacques discover that sometimes the best adventures are the ones that take you by surprise.

Baggot’s delightful storytelling and vivid descriptions make this novel a joy to read, transporting you straight to the picturesque scenery. The characters are charming, relatable and real. Their reflective journey was amazing and beautiful. This is a heartwarming escape that will leave you smiling long after the last page.

A funny story but. also has romance thrown in as well as the Christmas theme and snow. This was set in a lovely setting and that added to its charm. My thanks to Netgalley and the publishers for giving me the opportunity to read this book in return for an honest review.

I received an ARC of this book from NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.

This was a cozy, heartwarming, delightful book!