The Little Christmas Teashop of Second Chances — Donna Ashcroft

Snow is beginning to fall around the cosy Castle Teashop, with its toasty log fire, scrumptious mince pies and delicious hot chocolates. Romance is in the air and Lily King is hoping some winter magic will help to make her dreams come true…

Twenty-five-year-old Lily King is wondering when her life is going to start. She adores working at the much-loved Castle Teashop, surrounded by familiar faces and delicious cakes. But she's stuck in a rut. She's just been dumped by her boyfriend and her dream job seems to be slipping through her fingers.

When her best friend Emily Campbell needs urgent help to organise her enchanting Christmas wedding, Lily realises it's finally her moment to shine and reach for the opportunities she's been wishing for. Can she pull off the biggest celebration Castle Cove has ever seen or will something - or someone - make things more complicated than she imagined?

Rebellious and handsome photographer Josh Havellin-Scott has always felt like an outsider, especially next to his perfect older brother, who is about to get married. At the last minute, Josh finds himself roped into plans for the Big Day, the very last thing he wants to do, until he is meets creative and quirky Lily King…

When Lily and Josh are thrown together, it's clear they couldn't be more different. But they begin to realise that opposites can attract â€" and sometimes when you're not looking for love, it comes and finds you when you least expect it. With some festive magic, will they manage to work together and save the day?

And could they discover a winter romance of their very own along the way?

An utterly scrumptious festive romance about the importance of being true to yourself, following your dreams and opening your heart to second chances. Perfect for fans of Carole Matthews, Milly Johnson and Debbie Macomber.

What readers are saying about Donna Ashcroft:

‘Yes, yes, yes! This was the book that I have been waiting for all year! I absolutely loved it! Had me hooked from the first page… worth far more than five stars… Fab, fab, fab!!' Stardust Book Reviews, 5 stars

‘Absolutely stunning from the very first page… This book is like a great big hug… wonderful… I absolutely loved it… I could give this more than 5/5 I totally would… Perfect.' Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars

'I absolutely adored this book… made me feel all warm and cosy!... a completely addictive plot and Castle Cove as the setting for the book is perfect… up there with my favourites for the year!... It is a delightful read… Five stars from me, very highly recommended and a complete treat to read!!' Donna's Book Blog, 5 stars

'Perfect… The minute I started reading this book I just felt happy and excited, especially since I love Christmas… Castle Cove's description made me want to live there, it just seems like a beautiful and peaceful place to be…. if you're looking for a feel good, christmassy romance I would definitely recommend this.' Goodreads reviewer

‘A joy to read… This book just gives you the cozy vibes. You are hooked immediately upon starting.' Falling for Romance

‘Amazing… a joy to read… from the start you'll be engulfed with delicious sounding food, lovely surroundings and delightful characters.' The Cosiest Corner, 5 stars

'Perfect book to read around a log fire and to dream of Christmas and friendship and romance and finding out who you really are… So heartwarming and perfect for Christmas… has you hooked very quickly.' Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars