Book Review: Christmas Treasures

 


Sometimes the greatest gifts aren't found under the tree.

In the cozy town of Sugarville Grove, Charlie Keene quietly runs her beloved pizzeria, a tribute to the father she lost, carefully hiding her past as a tech millionaire. Haunted by painful Christmas memories, she has avoided the festive cheer that fills every corner of her adopted home—until a gentle-hearted adventurer starts to change everything.

Max Hayes, the free-spirited brother of the Hayes clan, has returned to Sugarville to plant roots after years of wandering the globe. With the purchase of the local country store and the sudden responsibility of raising a child, Max yearns for stability. When his journey intersects with Charlie’s, he finds himself drawn to her guarded heart, sensing the loneliness behind her brilliant smile.

As they come together to build a warm, loving home for young Bianca, their shared purpose kindles a tender romance neither expected. But the shadow of past hurts—Charlie's devastating loss and Max's fear of inadequacy—threatens to dim their newfound happiness.

Will Charlie and Max overcome their deepest fears to embrace the promise of love beneath the twinkling lights of Sugarville Grove? Or will old wounds rob them of the joyful Christmas they both deserve?

Filled with warmth, humor, and heartfelt moments, Christmas Treasures is the perfect holiday listen for anyone who believes in the magic of second chances and the healing power of family and love.





My Review

Both Max and Charlie settled in Sugarville Grove because they both were needing something more in their lives. They needed fresh, new starts. For all the money that Charlie has, she is not arrogant but kind. Yet don't disrespect her or feel her wrath. Talking to you cheese vendor.

As soon as I met Bianca, I feel instantly in love with her. She is adorable and yet so strong. To lose your mother, is hard but it is even harder when it happens around the holiday time. I remember when I was a little girl and my mom's dad passed away weeks before Christmas. It was tough. He used to play games and hide and seek with me and my sister.

Nick Russo and Eleanor Caudill are great narrators. Love the duet narration. They helped to elevate the story with their voices. This book is another one of my top favorites in this series.

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