The Secret Christmas Bookshop

The delightful new romantic series from the bestselling author of The Cornish Cream Tea novels.

‘Gorgeous…’ Woman
‘One of our favourite women’s fiction stars’ – Heat
‘A warm and wonderful read’ – Woman’s Own

Can their Christmas love story last a lifetime?

In a village by the sea, where enormous skies bring a dusting of sparkling snow, somebody is opening an unexpected gift…

When an anonymous parcel arrives at the shop where Sophie works, she’s surprised to find a beautifully bound book addressed to her.

Enigmatic Harry lives in a crumbling manor house, the subject of gossip since his return from London, and he keeps firmly to himself.

Sophie is desperate to discover the mystery sender, but as she

is drawn into Harry’s life, they are both about to learn that the best stories can take on a life of their own.

Reviews

‘Stuffed with Cornish sunshine and hope and loveliness. An absolute winner’ – Milly Johnson

Praise for Cressida McLaughlin:

‘The ideal summer escape’ Woman’s Weekly

‘Gorgeous…’ Woman

‘One of our favourite women’s fiction stars’ – Heat

‘A warm and wonderful read’ – Woman’s Own

‘The perfect summer treat; as sweet as a cream scone and just as moreish’ – Cathy Bramley

‘Gorgeously romantic’ – Rachael Lucas

‘Cressida's characters are wonderful. So warm and relatable… A delicious summer treat!’ – Sarah Morgan…

About the author

Cressida McLaughlin is a bestselling author of contemporary romance who has sold over a million copies of her books. Her feel-good, escapist fiction, featuring unforgettable characters who find their happy place, has established her as a firm favourite among readers and fellow authors alike. The Happy Hour is her sixteenth novel.

Cressida lives in Norwich with her husband David and when not writing her bestsellers, spends her spare time reading, returning to London or exploring the beautiful Norfolk coastline.