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My Blogpost for the ##Booksontour #BlogTour for #Bookouture ‘s Release for Christmas at the Scottish Lodge Donna Ashcroft

My Review:

Thankful to be on the BlogSpot for Donna’s latest release. Its such a beautifully written book. Its told from the perspectives of Mairi and  and Jed. Married and separated. The two hadn’t spoken in Months. Feeling trapped Mairi decides to end the marriage. After all, no one knows they married, it was over before it started.

Mairi’s parent passed away some years ago, leaving her with her brother Quinn, who happens to be Jed’s best friend.

In-between no talking they both have met people but is all what it seems.

Why is Jed being awkward?

Successful author Mairi is under pressure to meet a long overdue deadline.

Jed is trying to dig his dad out of a deep hole.

When Mairi turns up at Holly Berry Cottage wanting what she wants, but does she? Is Jed willing to lose what infused his soul with life?

Add into the mix Effi Jed’s aunt, young Scott, a host of four legged cuties and a cranky Greer and you have yourself a perfect Christmas story and a mix of dynamics and relationships.

I enjoyed it so much, I preordered the audible. I can’t wait to have this story read to me.

Entertaining, Snowy, drama filled with sprinkles of love and hope. 5 stars all the way.

 

 

 

Escape to Holly Berry Lodge in the Scottish Highlands. Join Mairi Fraser for the festive season, curl up next to a cosy fireplace with a warm mug of hot chocolate. And get ready to meet the one that got away….

Thirty-three-year-old Mairi is at her Aunt Effie’s snowy lodge in the Highlands for Christmas. It’s her favourite place in the world, where she spent every childhood holiday. The comforting view of the mountaintops is just what she needs after a rollercoaster year. But Mairi finds herself unexpectedly snowed in, along with her handsome ex Jed Murray…

As the snowflakes fall heavily outside, Mairi tries to close her eyes and block out the sight of Jed’s dark hair and broad shoulders – but it’s easier said than done. His muscles flex as he stacks the logs he’s gathered to build them a fire. Even though they’re united in their goal of getting Effie’s lodge ready for Christmas, Mairi is determined not to fall for Jed again.

Except moving on from him feels impossible when they’re in such close quarters. Their time together draping tinsel around the Christmas tree and baking gingerbread cookies in the kitchen makes the memories of how good they were together all come rushing back. And as the spiced scent of biscuits fills the air, things start to heat up between Jed and Mairi too.

Will Jed reveal the real reason he left and earn Mairi’s trust once more? And will the magic of Christmas finally bring them back together?

A gorgeous winter romance to lose yourself in this Christmas. Perfect for fans of Nicola May, Trisha Ashley and Debbie Macomber—and best accompanied by a mulled wine!

What readers are saying about Christmas at the Scottish Lodge:

‘Exceptional, witty and heart-warming… tons of sparkle, cheer, charm and romance… I adored this… Off the charts!… Lots of friction and sparks!… Good for the heart and medicine for the soul… Bursting with enchanting chemistry… A red hot captivating Christmas story!’ 🎄🎄🎄🎄🎄’ Cindy L Spear, ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

‘The ultimate cozy holiday escape! Imagine crackling fires, snow-dusted highlands, and a story filled with charm, romance, and festive magic. It’s the kind of book that makes you want to curl up with a blanket, sip hot cocoa, and believe in happily-ever-afters all over again. If you’re looking for a heartwarming read to get you in the Christmas spirit, this one is a must!’ Goodreads reviewer, ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

‘I read in one sitting… Laugh out loud moments, lots of twists, a beautiful love story.’ Goodreads reviewer, ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

‘A beautiful festive read that filled my heart with pure joy! I thoroughly enjoyed it, so much! A real page turner! Finished it in a few hours.’ Goodreads reviewer, ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

‘Absolutely beautiful. Honestly, I could see the whole thing playing out like the perfect Hallmark movie. The descriptions were so vivid I swear I could smell the pine trees and feel the crunch of snow under my boots. Grab a blanket, make some hot cocoa, and dive in.’ Goodreads reviewer, ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

‘Such a cute and cosy festive read. The perfect book to curl up with over the festive season.’ emmas_books_and_more, ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

‘Adorable Christmas romance. I loved every single one of the characters and got so attached. The perfect holiday read.’ Goodreads reviewer, ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

‘Divine, delightful book… All the crackling fire, warmth oozing into your soul feels… made me want to curl up by the fire… Gorgeous’ Goodreads reviewer, ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

‘A sweet, fun, and cozy Christmas read!… Absolutely loved reading it… Excellent… A must-read’ afrareads, ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

‘Snowed in with your ex, in a beautiful lodge, in your favourite place? What could possibly happen here 🙂 A second chance to fall in love, in a beautiful setting. A lovely, fun, christmas read. I loved it.’ positivementalwellness, ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

‘An adorable Christmas romance in snowy Scotland! So cozy!’ Goodreads reviewer, ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

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Donna Ashcroft

Donna has had sixteen books published in total. Four have been in the Amazon top 100 and one even made it to number seven in the UK and US Kindle charts, another made it to number one in the UK, US and AU free Kindle charts. She was also shortlisted for the RNA Debut Romantic Novel of the Year in 2019.

She lives in Hertfordshire, with her own romantic hero, two grown up kids who pop in occasionally and two grumpy cats. She loves a happy ending and is never happier than when she’s escaping into a romance novel or movie.

Donna Ashcroft, me and Julie Caplin

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