One of the things that I’ve been posting about this series ever since I started reading it was that it is just too hot and steamy to be a Hallmark holiday romcom. So, upon opening the book and reading the dedication below, I started cracking up.

”For anyone who ever wished Hallmark Christmas movies were steamier, this one might do the trick”

Laurie Gilmore

This series has definitely been like an R-rated Hallmark holiday romcom marathon, for those of you who appreciate this type of info/trigger warning.

For those readers who read the second installment, we met Kira at the end, when she comes into town to take possession of her property and makes it clear to everyone that she will NOT be selling Christmas trees. On that note, I LOVE KIRA!!! Yes, she is a grumpy sourpuss and is a little brusque at times, and flat out rude other times, but she is also really funny!!! Most of my fave FMC’s are queens of the ”snarky attitude”, at all the right times too. However, what is the best thing about Kira? She’s a big-time dog person and is a completely different person around dogs; dogs bring out the best in her. I’m sure a lot of us dog parents out there can relate to that. All that makes her good people in my book!

The book summary pretty much lays out the whole storyline, so I’m not going to repeat any of that here. What the book summary doesn’t mention is why Kira, a transplant from GA, who has never lived on her own or run a business, bought an abandoned Christmas tree farm, with its run-down and dilapidate house. Kira is grieving the loss of her best friend and sister – who got married and moved to Denmark with her husband! Yes, Kira is a bit immature and self-absorbed, but she comes to her senses pretty quickly and realizes that her inheritance that she used to buy the farm and house is not going to last long if she doesn’t find an income source. So, she quits her whining and wallowing and she does what she needs to do to get the tree farm up and running. None of this is a spoiler since it’s basically how the story started.

Bennett, who is in town visiting his sister, Jeanie (from the first installment), and staying in her apartment, since she moved in with Logan (also from the first installment). Bennett is a “tech bro” from CA who has a terrible record with the women he dates. Bennett is the proverbial “too nice guy” who women always seem to take advantage of. He has vowed that he is going to stop being so nice and letting women walk all over him. However, old habits are hard to break, and Bennett can’t stop himself from being a nice guy and offers to help Kira with stuff around the farm (heating, wifi, etc...). This wouldn’t be a Dream Harbor story without the smoking hot chemistry and inst-love. The rest is your standard holiday romcom stuff.

However, I do want to mention that there is another storyline (sort of) that the tree farm is haunted by the previous occupants, according to the smutty book club members, and that there may be some treasures buried there somewhere. Initially, Jeanie, along with some smutty book club members, convince Bennett to go out to the farm and get to know Kira and check out the place. I swear, that smutty book club and its members are a bunch of scoundrels

The character development of Bennett and Kira was well done, and Iris was a nice addition to the motley cast of characters in Dream Harbor. Would have liked to know more about Iris, but it looks like I have to wait until the next installment (that is already on my to-read list). The pacing is what to be expected for a holiday romcom with the 0-60, insta-love/chemistry. The story was amusing and entertaining and the writing was on par with the rest of the series. I’m looking at an overall rating of 3.8 that I’m going to round up to a 4star review. I want to thank NetGalley and Harper 360 for sending me this eARC in exchange for my honest review.

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If you’re looking for a cozy hallmark book this is it!! Kira is looking for a new start but got more than she bargained for buying a Christmas Tree Farm without seeing it first. Her twin has moved to Denmark and she is in a Grinch type of mood. Bennett is in town visiting his sister through the holidays and crosses paths with Kira while waking his dog. They’re fighting the draw they have to one another due to their pasts, but the sparks start to fly. This book gave me all the cozy Christmas Movie vibes that I think everyone would love!!

Definitely my favorite book of the three! Gives off all the Christmas Hallmark vibes (with extra spice) ! The chemistry between Bennet(ugh the name) and Kira off the bat was intriguing. I couldn’t get enough of their story. Bennet has my heart; we all need a Bennet in our lives!

Ahhh! This is my fav book of the series-you would think being the ginormous pumpkin spice lover that I am I would be faithful to that title but this one won me over from the first paragraph and didn’t let go until the very end. It’s basically the Grinch in a Hallmark movie and I am all about it! Grumpy/sunshine is one of my fav tropes and Laurie Gilmore has nailed it with these characters! And the fact that the FMC was the grumpy one was refreshing (because I am the grumpy one in my relationship so I can relate 😂) This is book 3 and while it can be read as a stand-alone, I love that we get to revisit characters from the previous two books and see how life has progressed for them as well.
At this point I just want to go to Dream Harbor and spend some time. Each book has gotten better and better and I can’t wait for the rest of the series.
If you like small town, Hallmark vibes with spice added in, this is one you need to read asap!
Thanks to One More Chapter and NetGalley for this eArc in exchange for my review

The Christmas Tree Farm, by Laurie Gilmore, is one of her Dream Harbor novels. This Christmasy, small-town, romance is perfect for a cozy afternoon read. While it is the third book set in Dream Harbor, they each stand alone so you can easily start with this one (but you will probably want to read them all at some point). Thanks, NetGalley and the publisher, for providing me with the ARC ebook I read and reviewed. All opinions are my own.

Another fun addition to this series! I’m not typically a fan of cozy romance books. These are definitely the exception- they’re so fun. I love the small town setting and the seasonal theming of the books. I cannot wait to read more from this series!

Thank you NetGalley for the earc.
I personally don’t think these books are for me. At first i thought i enjoyed the first book but looking back i think i just fell victim to tiktok hype. I’m not a fan of “cozy” books. I think they’re boring. But that’s all personal opinion

Who’s ready for a spicy Christmas?! Woooo boy, the naughty and nice list has a lot of crossover in this super fun holiday romcom. The third book in the Dream Harbor series and honestly, this series is just giving life. It has all the charm and quirky characters of The Gilmore Girls with enough pumpkin spice to make even Lorelei blush. I am such a fan of Dream Harbor and The Christmas Tree Farm is an awesome addition. Kira and Bennett are grumpy/sunshine to the max and the setting of a Christmas tree farm and old farm house is holiday perfection. Plus, there are dogs. So many dogs 😍 Books are just better with dogs, it’s a scientific fact.

Another adorable addition to the Dream Harbor series--This is still so Gilmore Girls coded, but this one felt straight out of the Hallmark channel, especially with the Christmas theme. I sat and binged this whole thing today in honor of it being published today, and it was such fun, cozy, relaxing vibes!

This won't really be memorable, and I did get a bit bored at points, but overall very cute. My primary issue aside from some pacing issues making this feel boring to me here or there was that Kira, our FMC, was incredibly unlikeable to me. The MMC was great, however it's a bit of a challenge to love/root for a romance with one character you like and another that makes you insane.

Overall, I recommend this whole series honestly for a fun, holiday/seasonally themed read, but it's not life-changing.

Thank you so much to Harper 360 and NetGalley for the ARC in exchange for an honest review!

I was so happy I was chosen to read this arc copy of The Christmas Tree Farm by Laurie Gilmore. It’s the third in the Dreamland Harbor Series! This book is perfect to get you ready for a festive cold winter season. This book was a delight to read. Kira owns a Christmas tree farm and is the fmc who is not a fan of Christmas but Bennet coming around might be the guy to warm her heart. This book has it all…..festive vibes…..cozy…a lil spice…they love dogs!! Definitely worth it to cuddle up and give it a read!

Easy holiday read. This is the third book in the Dream Harbor series, and I thought it was okay. I enjoyed the second book in the series (The Cinnamon Bun Bookstore) more though. I plan on reading the first book (Pumpkin Spice Cafe) soon and hopefully it'll be on par with the 2nd book.
I will keep an eye out and read the 4th book as these are cozy reads and a relaxing way to pass the time.

This author definitely hits the warm and fuzzy vibes and I want to live in this town. I am a sucker anything Christmas related. However I feel like a lot of the couples were insta love.

I enjoyed reading The Christmas Tree Farm by Laurie Gilmore. You will fall in love with all the characters. I received an ARC of this book courtesy of NetGalley and the publisher. All opinions expressed in this review are my own and given freely. Happy Reading!

This was my favorite book out of the series. The chemistry between Kira and Bennett was amazing. The mattress on the floor spice was epic!! I cannot wait to keep reading more about Dream Harbor.

I have not read the other books in this series so I am not sure how this one compares. For the most part this was really cute!! It was a hallmark movie in a book.

We have the FMC who is like the grinch. She hates christmas and is a bit rude to the people of the town. She buys a christmas tree farm which I wasn't completely sold on at first. I think I should have read the first two books first just for the most enjoyment. I didn't like some of Kira the FMCs actions. I always struggle to get into books that are holiday centered but take forever to get to the story. Overall, if you are into holiday romance, you will like this.

A good holiday read that reminded me a lot of hallmark movies. They are easy to critique but still enjoyable.

The Christmas Tree Farm by Laurie Gilmore is the third book in the Dream Harbor Series. This is Kira and Bennett‘s story.
 
Kira has spent her whole life by the side of her twin sister, but when her twin finds the love of her life and moves to Europa, Kira needs to create her own home. She moves across the country and buys a Christmas tree farm at the other end of the country and embraces herself. I liked how Kira pushed her comfort zone and discovered more of herself in this book. I also adored her love of animals.
 
Bennett needs a little break from his life, and he goes to Dream Harbor to visit his sister. He has a heart of gold and loves fiercely and with his whole being and truly attends to other people. But a lot of people take advantage of him and that was so heartbreaking, and I could totally feel this. Bennett is such a bookboyfriend and he is sweet, charming and has a sexy side to him and that was the perfect combination. I’m beyond in love with him and his dogs.
 
Kira and Bennett‘s story was just amazing and I loved how Bennett tried helping Kira and how he brought the Christmas spirit to her. I loved their morning walk meetings and the snowstorm scene, and they get so comfortable with each other. They didn’t expect to become more but it was beautiful to follow, and they are such an amazing couple. I also loved how they created their own Christmas traditions and especially the letters were incredible.
 
The Christmas Tree Farm is a hallmark but make it spicy romance and exactly what I need in a Christmas romance. Completely in love with Kira and Bennett‘s story and I can’t wait to reread this book on Christmas. 5 stars.
 
(ARC kindly provided in exchange for a review.)

After binging all three of these Dream Harbor (series) books, I can say 3 things with certainty.
1. They’re absolutely Hallmark movies in book form with a sprinkle of spice.
2. They’re get better in terms of writing and character development, plot, etc. as they go.
3. They’re not for me. Much like when I watch a hallmark movie, I complain the entire time about how bad it is. It’s so cheesy, the acting is cringy, everything happens too easily etc. And yet, I keep watching only to cry at the end and then feel like I wasted my time but also somewhat maybe briefly enjoyed myself. What can I say?! It’s a duality so many of us share. And so, I present to you, The Christmas Tree Farm.

We follow Kira, an internally conflicted woman, who just bought herself a charming, rustic old house in a charming small town. She somehow didn’t do any research and didn’t know it’s been a Christmas tree farm for the last few decades. Now she must push through all her baggage to make the townsfolk happy and open the farm up against all odds in a short amount of time, despite having absolutely no idea what/how to do it. And of course, she’s super independent and doesn’t want any help. Even though she takes tons of it all the time. But don’t worry- she’s mad about it. *Dang, I wish my biggest problem in life was that too many people want to help me through it* OK, saltiness aside, I understand what the vibe is and that Kira is just trying to stand on her own two feet for the first time in her life. It’s maybe just a storyline that doesn’t work for me in this magical HEA environment. This girl really has everything fall into her lap easily, including hunky Bennet. Broody, but also a cinnamon roll. Handy man, golden retriever, but also emotionally wounded-but like, just enough that Kira’s pampered but now newly super independent(?) vibe is exactly what the doctor ordered to fix him. He’s done being used. A woman who can stand on her own two feet is what he needs. 🫠🫠🫠

Despite my rant, I pushed through this book in a day. It’s an easy read. An even easier listen if you like audiobooks, and scratches the itch if you love to hate to love Hallmark movies, like me. Now rating wise- idk. If you’ve read the other books in this series, this is definitely the best yet, and as far as the style goes- it’s weird. It reads like Christian clean romance but then has graphic sec scenes sprinkled in- not many- but it’s there. For a HOLIDAY ROMCOM (because yes, they are in their own bubble of special nonsense cheesy goodness) it’s a 3.75. Compared to other contemporary romance it’s 2 ⭐️

Ultimately, should you read it? If you love holiday books, absolutely. If not, fall back on the rule that TikTok books typically aren’t worth it 😬

Thank you NetGalley and Harper 360 for this arc, in exchange for my unbiased opinion.

Noved reading Bennet and Kira's story. It's grumpy sunshine and there is good character growth. There is open door scenes but it was tasteful and not overdone. I can't wait to read the next in the series!

Absolutely loved this small town Hallmark vibe Christmas romance. What could be more Holiday than a Christmas Tree Farm? I loved how the devastation of being separated from her twin pushed Kira to do something irrational in purchasing a debilitated tree farm.
Loved the plot twist with the new Christmas tree farm owner being a “Grinch” of sorts. Close proximity bringing in Bennett, how could Kira resist his charm, good looks and 3 adorable dogs!
Made me feel full of Holiday spirit, hope and happiness as these family and friends intertwine in the sweet town of Dream Harbor.

Highly recommend this 5 star read! A perfect storyline to give you all the Holiday feels.
Thank you to @Harper360 @netgalley for the eARC in exchange for my honest review. All comments and opinions are my own.

This author has done it again!!!!

This was truly the perfect book to get into the Christmas spirit. I loved the characters and they seemed to have the most character growth in this series do far. They both had issues/baggage that they had to work through and through their time together they realized these loose endings they had to finally let go/move on from. I honestly really appreciated that this book was more in-depth with the characters and not so much about the plot (the plot wasn’t overwhelming the characters like the other books). All books have been amazing but this one was different. It was a nice change of pace since I read all of them back to bad.

And the spice!!!! You’re joking. I was not expecting that level of spice but it was VERY well done. Jaw on the floor.