Christmas trees decked with fairy lights twinkle in every window, carollers fill the streets, and charity worker Hannah is gearing up for the season of giving in the little Irish village. But it's not just the cold winter winds that are chilling her spirits this year...
When twenty-three-year-old Hannah Kelly finds out that the beautiful rolling hills around her hometown could be destroyed by a new building development, she rushes back to Emerald Bay to rally the community. But arriving home at The Shamrock Inn, there's another shock in store... the handsome and sparkling-eyed lead developer, Tom Flynn, has checked in as a guest. Is this Hannah's chance to save the village?
Hannah tries to convince Tom the beautiful area needs to be protected: even though he's as stubborn as the donkey in the local nativity play. But when sharing that this is also where her late grandfather first met and proposed to her grandmother, his gentle hug as she sobs makes her wonder if maybe they aren't so different...
As sparks start to fly, Hannah decides to invite Tom to experience the joys of a Kelly Christmas Day. When Tom's hand catches hers as they peel brussels sprouts together, Hannah's cheeks start to blush. But it turns to a flush of anger as he ducks out to take a call - about work starting in the spot she's fought so hard to save. And the voice on the phone is strangely familiar...
Can Hannah figure out who is behind Tom's project and stop the plans? Or will following her heart be the key to saving the little Irish village and Christmas for everyone?
Grab a mulled wine, curl up by the fire and enjoy this beautiful winter romance, perfect for fans of Sarah Morgan, Maeve Binchy and Debbie Macomber.
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'By far one of my favourite books... I loved every minute... I laughed out loud so many times!!... All of the Christmas feels and then some. Just adored this story!' Goodreads reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
'Heartfelt and charming... I was swept away and laughing... Impossible to put this book down. I may have even shed a tear or two... A MUST for anyone's Christmas reading list!' Goodreads Reviewer
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'A must read!... Truly heart-warming... Such a cute read! I started and finished in one day - what can I say? Emerald Bay pulled me in... I cannot wait for more.' @currentlyreading3