Book Description

A festive treat brimming with the magic of bookshops and Christmas…In the seaside town of Micklewick Bay, Florrie Appleton and Ed Harte are gearing up for a magical Christmas at the Happy Hartes Bookshop. Florrie’s book-themed decorations are the talk of the town, while Ed’s dazzling window displays could have been plucked straight from a fairytale. With romance in the air, this promises to be their best holiday season yet.But after a surprise phone call from his father, Florrie worries that Ed is keeping a secret. Why is he spending so much time in the attic? And what’s making him act so distantly?Determined to make this Christmas unforgettable, Florrie packs their days with festive treats from gingerbread hot chocolates to sleigh rides under the stars. But when Ed disappears just a few days before Christmas, Florrie fears the worst. Will her holiday dreams shatter like a dropped bauble? Or is Florrie in for a Christmas surprise of her own?The perfect festive read to get you in the holiday spirit, Christmas at the Little Bookshop by the Sea will delight fans of Jessica Redland, Jenny Colgan and Phillipa Ashley.What readers say about Eliza J Scott's ‘I absolutely loved this book and could not put it down, even at 2.30am! A beautiful story about love, family and friendships.’ Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘Gives all the warm and fuzzy feelings… a beautiful story.’ Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘A wonderful read. I was completely engrossed… there were plenty of laughs, sadness and the twists and turns just kept you reading unable to put it down. Beautifully written.’ Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘Oh wow this book is so good had me hooked from the first page till the last page. I didn't want it to end.’ Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘I absolutely adored my time in Micklewick Bay.’ Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘Wonderful…this is about the love and support of true friends… a great, heartwarming story.’ Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐