I’m delighted to be sharing my thoughts about A Cosy Christmas at Bridget’s Bicycle Bakery by Alex Brown.
I’m just going to say right now, I LOVED being back in Mulberry! Such a treat.
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- Publisher : One More Chapter (25 Nov. 2021)
- Language : English
- Paperback : 352 pages
- ISBN-10 : 0008463697
- ISBN-13 : 978-0008463694
Bridget smiled to herself, certain she could see one of the stars twinkling extra brightly in that moment as if to acknowledge her wish and convince her that, yes, Mulberry-On-Sea was just the place they all needed to be. Surrounded by those happy memories of holidays and special times where nothing bad ever happened…
Finding yourself without a home in the weeks before Christmas would break most people, but for Bridget Carrington it’s a chance to start again. Mulberry-On-Sea has always been her happy place and she’s hoping it can work its magic this festive season and heal her family after a difficult year.
Now, as the community wraps Bridget and her children in its warm embrace, she starts to feel like herself again. With a new business, kids who are starting to smile, and the promise of a second chance at love, Bridget’s holiday season might just be a happy ever after…
Book Review
I can’t believe it’s been NINE years since Alex Brown first drew me into the world of Carrington’s with her fabulous series.
I was so excited when I found out she was revisiting Mulberry-on-Sea with Bridget in a new series.
It says a lot about an author’s skill when, even after all this time, I was taken right back and remembered everything. I remembered the characters and how they made me feel. Amazing! I felt like I had come home and I was back with the old gang 🙂
Even though A Cosy Christmas at Bridget’s Bicycle Bakery was bittersweet for me (only because I hated seeing Bridget struggling!) it’s a fabulously entertaining story.
So many moments of pure laughter – the choir practice had me chuckling 😀 – and just as many touching moments. I loved the bbq on the beach and the sledging. I could just picture Henry’s face (Bridget’s dog) when he couldn’t find the snowballs! I’ve loved getting to know Bridget’s children and of course Jack.
This story is so uplifting. It’s not just about the romance (although that’s really great too). The community draw you in and wrap you up in love. If only I could bottle how this story made me feel!
I thought there was a positive message too – even if happy ever afters don’t last forever, be open to new but different possiblilites. Life still has surprises in store.
My only complaint is that it was over too quickly. I can’t wait until July when A Summer Holiday at Bridget’s Bicycle Bakery publishes.
If you’re in any doubt, I LOVED this story. You don’t need to have read any of the previous Carrington stories to enjoy this one (but they will entertain you just as much). Highly recommended.
Alex Brown is an international and UK No.1 bestselling author of thirteen books including A Postcard from Italy, the Carrington’s series, The Secret of Orchard Cottage, The Great Christmas Knit Off, The Wish, A Postcard from Paris and the Bridget’s Bicycle Bakery series. Her books are loved worldwide and have been translated into twenty languages.
Alex lives by the sea on the south coast of England with her family and two glossy black Labradors. When she isn’t writing, she can be found walking on the beach, binge-watching a boxset or enjoying a French martini cocktail. She loves chatting to her readers on social media @alexbrownbooks and you can sign up to her newsletter on her website www.alexbrownauthor.com to receive a free short story, The Beach Walk, and also be the first to hear about new books, free extracts and giveaways.