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Maybe This Christmas?
- Author
- Jill Steeples
- Narrator
- Lesley Dessalles
- Publisher
- Boldwood Books
- Publish Date
- 23 August 2022
- Run Time
- 6 hours 41 minutes
- Format
- x-book®
- Genre
- Romance, Modern and contemporary fiction, Adventure fiction, Contemporary lifestyle fiction, Humorous fiction, Family life fiction, Fiction: mashup, Narrative theme: Love and relationships, Narrative theme: Coming of age, Contemporary romance, Romance: wholesome, Romance in uniform, Cookery / food and drink, Relationships and families: advice and issues, Dating, relationships, living together and marriage: advice and issues, Relationships: friends / peer groups
What to expect
When Beth Brown loses her job and her boyfriend in the space of twenty-four hours, she thinks life can’t get any worse. That’s until she finds herself in the depths of the English countryside working for chef, Rocco di Castri. Not only does she have to deal with his legendary moods, but she’s also expected to get his chaotic schedule and workload in check, all while she’s nursing a broken heart.
It’s not long before Rocco’s idyllic home starts to work its magic and soon she sees a softer side to her boss too. And as the festive season approaches, Beth dares to look forward to everything the perfect country Christmas has to offer – and perhaps some romance of her own. Until news of an unexpected proposal threatens to put pay to all Beth’s plans. Will Beth get her happily-ever-after? Maybe, this Christmas...
A festive gem from Jill Steeples, perfect for fans of Cathy Bramley, Heidi Swain and Julie Houston.
'I knew I was in safe hands from the very first page. Jill has such a fluid, easy way with words that I was drawn straight into the story. Maybe This Christmas is packed full of festive fun and romance. I wouldn’t mind finding Rocco in my Christmas stocking!' Sarah Bennett
What readers love about Jill Steeples:
'A gorgeous setting and wonderful characters, just the loveliest place to cosy up and escape to' Beth Moran
‘I thoroughly enjoyed this book from the very first page to the very last. A really great winter read, warm and cosy throughout. A very easy to rate 5 stars’ ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Reader Review
‘A brilliant story with all the right ingredients. Love, laughter, tears, and smiles’ ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Reader Review
‘A feel-good story full of laughs, romance and caring with a few surprises along the way. This book is just what you need when the sun is shining on a chilly spring day’ ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Reader Review
‘Jill Steeples writing has a nice fast pace and a great easy flow. I love the feelgood factor of her stories. They always manage to put a big smile on my face’ ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Reader Review
Please note this title was previously published as Christmas at Whitefriars.
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Details
- Author
- Jill Steeples
- Narrator
- Lesley Dessalles
- Duration
- 6 hours 41 minutes
- Release Date
- 23 August 2022
- ISBN
- 9781802807301
- Format
- x-book®
- Publisher
- Boldwood Books
- Genre
- Romance, Modern and contemporary fiction, Adventure fiction, Contemporary lifestyle fiction, Humorous fiction, Family life fiction, Fiction: mashup, Narrative theme: Love and relationships, Narrative theme: Coming of age, Contemporary romance, Romance: wholesome, Romance in uniform, Cookery / food and drink, Relationships and families: advice and issues, Dating, relationships, living together and marriage: advice and issues, Relationships: friends / peer groups
Synopsis
UK TOP 50 BESTSELLER Curl up with the perfect cosy, comforting Christmas romance from fan favourite Jill SteeplesWhen Beth Brown loses her job and her boyfriend in the space of twenty-four hours, she thinks life can’t get any worse. That’s until she finds herself in the depths of the English countryside working for chef, Rocco di Castri. Not only does she have to deal with his legendary moods, but she’s also expected to get his chaotic schedule and workload in check, all while she’s nursing a broken heart.It’s not long before Rocco’s idyllic home starts to work its magic and soon she sees a softer side to her boss too. And as the festive season approaches, Beth dares to look forward to everything the perfect country Christmas has to offer – and perhaps some romance of her own. Until news of an unexpected proposal threatens to put pay to all Beth’s plans. Will Beth get her happily-ever-after? Maybe, this Christmas...A festive gem from Jill Steeples, perfect for fans of Cathy Bramley, Heidi Swain and Julie Houston.'I knew I was in safe hands from the very first page. Jill has such a fluid, easy way with words that I was drawn straight into the story. Maybe This Christmas is packed full of festive fun and romance. I wouldn’t mind finding Rocco in my Christmas stocking!' Sarah BennettWhat readers love about Jill Steeples:'A gorgeous setting and wonderful characters, just the loveliest place to cosy up and escape to' Beth Moran‘I thoroughly enjoyed this book from the very first page to the very last. A really great winter read, warm and cosy throughout. A very easy to rate 5 stars’ ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Reader Review‘A brilliant story with all the right ingredients. Love, laughter, tears, and smiles’ ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Reader Review‘A feel-good story full of laughs, romance and caring with a few surprises along the way. This book is just what you need when the sun is shining on a chilly spring day’ ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Reader Review‘Jill Steeples writing has a nice fast pace and a great easy flow. I love the feelgood factor of her stories. They always manage to put a big smile on my face’ ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Reader ReviewPlease note this title was previously published as Christmas at Whitefriars.
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