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The Secret Christmas Bookshop

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What to expect

A surprise present, a mystery sender and a sprinkling of secrets. Escape with bestselling author Cressida McLaughlin!

‘A warm and comforting read’ Woman & Home

‘Wonderful’ Woman’s Own

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Can their Christmas love story last a lifetime?

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

When Sophie receives a surprise package, she’s intrigued to find a beautifully bound book inside.

Sophie is desperate to discover the mystery sender, and her hunt draws her to the enigmatic Harry. The subject of much gossip since his return from London, Harry keeps to himself in his crumbling manor house.

But they are both about to learn that the best stories can take on a life of their own.

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*Readers LOVE The Secret Christmas Bookshop*

'The perfect Christmas cosy read…I happily lost myself in it in one whole sitting' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

'A beautiful wintery tale' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

'A heartwarming and festive romantic escape' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

'Filled with warmth, hope and just the right touch of Christmas magic' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

'Impossible not to feel a glow when reading it' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

'Everything you could want in a festive book' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

'A lovely festive read full of wintery wonder and community' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

'Laughter and tears, Christmas and books – who could want anything more' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

'Heartwarming and festive with a little mystery. Absolutely fantastic' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

'Cressida never fails to deliver…beautifully written!' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Critics Review

nPraise for Cressida McLaughlin:n

‘Bursting with warmth and wit’ Kirsty Greenwood

‘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

‘As sweet as a cream scone and just as moreish’ Cathy Bramley

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

‘Gorgeously romantic’ Rachael Lucas

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

‘A gorgeous, sweep-you-off-your-feet slice of escapism’ RED magazine

‘Unashamedly romantic, funny and touching’ My Weekly

‘It had me glued to the pages’ Holly Martin

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