Christmas in Vermont at the Evergreen Inn. Sounds perfect, doesn't it? Only things aren't as perfect as they seem: Jeanne and Tim, the owners of the inn, are struggling to make ends meet and might have to close; Hannah, who's there for her picturesque winter wedding, just got a call from her fiancee ending their relationship; and Molly can't seem to overcome her writer's block no matter how hard she tries. Add in a snowstorm that strands them all at the inn along with several other unexpected guests and you get Colleen Wright's charming Christmas novel.
I was really in the mood for a story with humor and heart and a happily-ever-after ending, and this book hit the spot on all three counts. The writing is good, and I liked all the characters...especially Hannah's childhood friend, Luke. Geoffrey, the grumpy Brit, also made me smile. And I thought the setting was great. I mean, who doesn't love snowed-in stories? And while the plot is completely predictable...it's also completely enjoyable. So if you're looking for a fun light-hearted Christmas read, give this one a try.
Happy Reading!
This sounds like the kind of Christmas book I'd pick up. Love the humor and snowstorm you mention. I may have to check it out next year.
ReplyDeleteIt's one of those predictable yet fun Christmas stories... kind of like a Hallmark Christmas movie. :)
DeleteSounds like such a fun read :) Happy Holidays, Lark!! Hope you have a wonderful Christmas :)
ReplyDeleteThanks, Nadia! I hope you have a very Merry Christmas, too!
DeleteHumor and heart--what a great recommendation! And then a snowstorm? Sounds like a comforting read. :)
ReplyDeleteThat's a good way to describe it. :)
DeleteOoh, this sounds like the perfect Christmastime read. Snowed-in stories are so much fun. Hope you have a very Merry Christmas!
ReplyDeleteThanks, Ashley. I hope you have a wonderful Christmas, too!
DeleteSometimes those books where you know exactly what will happen next really hit the spot! :D
ReplyDeleteI agree. After all, not all books need an unexpected plot twist at the end. :)
DeleteI love a good snowed-in stories of all genres; and this one sounds like a good one.
ReplyDeletePS: Got your card! Hope mine arrive soon! :)
Glad my card made it through our dubious mail system! Hope you have a very Merry Christmas. And I'm looking forward to our next buddy read. :)
DeleteOh my gosh, I love a snowed-in story and this has my name written all over it! Lovely review, Lark! I'm off to look up the book. :)
ReplyDeleteThis sounds great! And the title (along with the Christmas in Vermont part) reminds me of the movie White Christmas, one of my favorites!
ReplyDeleteI love White Christmas! Crosby and Kaye are so great. I watch it every year. :)
DeleteThe plot is seriously lacking a Snowbeast for me! *grins* Seriously, glad you enjoyed it!
ReplyDeleteThat would make for a much different story...one I would also enjoy reading. ;D
DeleteI love snowed-in stories, with the possible exception of The Shining! When you’re in the mood for something like this, nothing else wil do. Sounds perfect.
ReplyDeleteYou do have to be in just the right mood for a light and fluffy story like this one. :)
DeleteSounds like a great read for the season! Especially as we never get snow for Christmas where I live.
ReplyDeleteWe just got a big Christmas snow at my house...six inches and still falling. :)
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