Book Review - Christmas Nights at the Star and Lantern by Helen Rolfe

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Title: Christmas Nights at the Star and Lantern

Author: Helen Rolfe

Format reviewed: Ebook

Source: Netgalley

Publisher: Boldwood Books

Publication Date: 19th September 2023

Rating: 5 Stars

A wonderful story of love, friendship and opening your mind and your heart to new possibilities that will enchant fans of Holly Martin and Heidi Swain.

The Copper Plough is at the heart of village life for the residents of Heritage Cove, and never more so than at Christmas, when the tree glows in the alcove and the smell of mulled wine carries out onto the street. So when new owners for the beloved pub arrive and decide to shake things up, not everyone welcomes the changes with open arms.

Local bakery owner Celeste is ready to keep an open mind. But she’s shocked to discover that one of the new landlords is Quinn, a former Navy sailor with whom she had a short but powerful romance years earlier.

Fate may have brought Quinn and Celeste back together, but life seems determined to keep them apart. Can the villagers learn to embrace the newcomers this Christmas? And will Quinn and Celeste find a way back to each other before snow falls over Heritage Cove?

Join new friends and old, as Christmas comes to Heritage Cove.

How lovely it is to be back in Heritage Cove. I have loved all the books that I have read so far in this series, and this was no exception, and I felt right at home within the pages of this book. 

Given the only book to date so far in this series that I haven't read is the one where the Twist and Turn Bakery opened, I've never properly had the chance to get to know Jade and Celeste until now 

And this is Celeste's story, and I loved every moment of it, helped by mentions of all the delicious treats in the bakery. 

I was very excited to see so many familiar faces from the previous books, and love the whole vibe of Heritage Cove especially when it comes to their pub. 

And getting to know the new owners of the pub formerly known as the Copper Plough, was very enjoyable and eye opening. 

Especially as Quinn realises he may need to come to terms with some of his past, before he can potentially move on. 

Full of fun, but also some more serious topics, this is a great festive read that will leave you smiling but also craving more Heritage Cove. 

Thank you to Boldwood Books and Netgalley for this copy which I have reviewed honestly and voluntarily.