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




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.





*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!' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐