This was a cute, easy to read romance with elements of festivity which kinda delivered what it says on the tin. The only thing I struggled with was the pace of the romance, it felt like a very slow, slow-burn and the plot could have been developed a bit more. I also kinda wanted a bit more festivity to it. That's not to say it's a bad book! Just that it wasn't entirely for me.
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"Christmas at Red Robin Cottage" by Sue Roberts is a heartwarming holiday tale that encapsulates the true spirit of Christmas. Set in the picturesque setting of Little Newdale, the story follows Sarah, a woman who yearns for a peaceful and joyful Christmas season after her marriage crumbled. But her daughter Ellie is suffering from the winter blues at the thought of the holidays without her father and casts a shadow over their festivities.

The narrative takes an enchanting twist as Sarah stumbles upon a familiar face from her past, Luke, her childhood sweetheart. Sue Roberts skillfully weaves a tale of rekindled connections, capturing the magic of the holiday season and the power of love. Luke's return brings with it a sense of nostalgia and sparks between the characters, making you believe in second chances.

As the story unfolds, secrets are unveiled, adding depth and intrigue to the plot. Sarah's struggles to balance her feelings for Luke with her responsibilities as a mother create a relatable and emotionally charged storyline. Sue Roberts skillfully crafts a narrative that keeps you turning pages, eager to discover how Sarah's journey will unfold.

The author's vivid descriptions of the snow-covered village and the festive atmosphere create a delightful backdrop for the romance to blossom. You'll find yourself yearning for a cup of cocoa and a cozy blanket as you immerse yourself in the world of Red Robin Cottage.

"Christmas at Red Robin Cottage" is a charming and heartwarming read that delivers on the promise of a magical Christmas. Sue Roberts has crafted a delightful holiday romance that reminds us that perfect families aren't necessary for a perfect Christmas. It's a tale of love, second chances, and the enduring magic of the season that will leave you with a warm, fuzzy feeling long after you've turned the last page.

The perfect festive read. An uplifting book which is an easy read, beautifully described characters which come alive to the reader, and a real sense of friendship and community.
Curl up and enjoy
I would recommend this book
Thank you to Netgalley, Book Outre, and Sue Roberts for letting me read this book in exchange for an honest review

I loved reading Christmas at Red Robin Cottage by Sue Roberts. A really great feel good Christmas book that soon had me in the Christmas spirit. Read in one sitting.

This was a fun Christmas read! Perfect for reading on a snowy afternoon. Just a nice story with not a lot of drama. Perfect for a quick December read. What a delight!

This is a real festive feel book, I loved it, its cute, perfect little festive story to curl up on the sofa with through out the cold months and just enjoy the story

This book was amazing, I loved the characters and the romance was heartwarming. I will definitely be reading more books from this author! I highly recommend!

Another great read by this author
Just curl up in front of the fire and devour this brilliant written book
A book you will just get lost in
Thanks NetGalley

This was my first book by Sue Roberts, and I loved it! It made me feel that I was on holiday abroad. I will definitely be looking for more of her books. I will be recommending this book to others, as well as my local library.

Sue Roberts charms her readers this winter with her enchanting and enjoyable new novel, Christmas at Red Robin Cottage.

Sarah Dunne is looking forward to a traditional Christmas full of heart-melting carols, delicious mince pies and holiday celebrations. Since the end of her marriage, Sarah hasn’t had much to look forward to and is hoping that this Christmas will herald the start of an exciting new chapter for her. Unfortunately, her daughter Ellie isn’t exactly full of the joys of the season and seems to be giving The Grinch a run for his money this Christmas. However, Sarah refuses to be deterred and in her quest for the picture-perfect holiday season ends up following a trail of fairy lights and comes face to face with a figure from her past she has never quite managed to put behind her: her childhood sweetheart Luke!

Nineteen years ago, Luke had moved half a world away and Sarah had been left with no other choice but to move on with her life. However, the second they clap eyes on one another, that old spark immediately reignites. With Luke not sticking around the village, Sarah knows that she shouldn’t fall in love with him, but that proves far easier said than done. When old secrets are revealed, Sarah finds herself forced to make the hardest decision of all. Will a Christmas miracle provide Sarah with the happiness that she has been searching for for so long? Or is she going to end up heartbroken and disappointed all over again?

Sue Roberts gets it right yet again with her fabulous Yuletide romantic comedy, Christmas at Red Robin Cottage. A heartwarming and uplifting tale about second chances, past secrets and finding your soulmate, Christmas at Red Robin Cottage is sprinkled with hope, humour, emotion and laughter and will have readers chuckling away as well as shedding a tear or two.

Perfect for curling up with this winter, romantics everywhere will not want to miss Sue Roberts’ latest novel, Christmas at Red Robin Cottage.

This was a sweet Christmas novel that tugged at my heartstrings. I can definitely say a tear or two were shed during reading. This was a slow-burn story, filled with love, loss, friendship, second chances, and self discovery. Despite not completely connecting with the characters, I felt they were well written, and though the book felt slightly drawn out, I did enjoy learning more and more about our MC which made it feel more real in the end. Would recommend.

3.5 stars.

An easy, non-taxing read suitable for fans of romance and happily ever afters. I found the book very heavy on unnecessary detail, which made it quite a slow read. The author painted a lovely picture of life at Red Robin cottage but the storyline itself was quite slow and predictable. Thank you to NetGalley for the ARC.

This was an easy and quick read - very festive and cosy.

The writing style wasn't entirely to my taste, it seemed a little basic - a lot of description and a lot of telling the reader information. It took me a while to get in to it.

I have read other books by Sue Roberts and unfortunately didn't enjoy this one quite as much but it's still worth a read for a few hours of escapism.

This book took me a while to get into. It was okay. I hesitate to give a poor review as I know it takes time and energy to write a book. It might be fantastic to someone else but I couldn't relate to it.

A delightful tale of family, friendship and love. Full of Christmas spirit it is the perfect festive read

A lovely Christmas read. This is the kind of book that makes you want to curl up in a chair with a blanket and a hot chocolate. This one had plenty of christmassy vibes which is exactly what I look for in a holiday book. I enjoyed the romance aspect too.

Thank you for approving me to read this book. I did enjoy the story - it felt very festive and cosy and I did love the characters. However the writing style was a little odd - the speech didn't flow how people naturally talk and it was very jarring to me. I would still recommend this book though for the lovely story.

I seemed to lose interest in this one as it did not work for me. I appreciate the gifted copy in exchange for an honest review. Maybe something else will come from this author in the future!

An enjoyable festive read.
Full of family, friends and romance this book is a perfect winter read.

Christmas at Red Robin Cottage by Sue Roberts

I received an advance review copy for free thanks to NetGalley and Bookouture and I am leaving this review voluntarily.

Blurb

Snow is falling on Little Newdale; decorations are being hung and joy is in the air. But at Red Robin Cottage, Sarah is feeling far from merry and bright…

Since her marriage went up in flames like a Christmas pudding, there’s nothing Sarah Dunne wants more than a peaceful festive season filled with carols and mince pies. But Sarah’s teenage daughter Ellie is feeling the winter blues, faced with spending the holiday without her father.

Desperate to bring home some seasonal cheer and make this a Christmas to remember for Ellie, Sarah follows the trail of fairy lights into the snow-covered village. Among the holiday crowds she finds herself gazing into the soft brown eyes of a handsome stranger whose smile is startlingly familiar. It couldn’t really be her childhood sweetheart, Luke, could it?

My Opinion

A lovely festive hug in a book. An uplifting book about friendships, family and second chances. There is quite a lot going on in this book to hold the readers attention. A lovely holiday escape to read curled up with a nice festive drink.

Rating 4/5