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"Jenny Bayliss is a Christmas book queen." —People From Putnam's beloved holiday author comes another charming, British wintertime tale following one dejected woman's trip home to her eccentric great-aunts, her wayward mother . . . and her first love.Fred Hallow-Hart isn't in love with the idea of returning home to Pine Bluff. But after a bad breakup and a subsequent eviction, she's fresh out of options. God knows she loves her mum and her eccentric aunts—and who could forget their Christmas Cracker family business?—but she's always felt a little out of place in her small town. Quickly roped in by her mother to help with the cracker shop, Fred decides throwing herself into work might actually be what's best for her. Until she reconnects with her old best friend Ryan, who is suddenly making her heart flutter in ways she's never known; and unexpectedly finds a spark with Warren, a charming journalist covering the Pine Bluff Christmas Market for the Daily News. But as these connections slowly lead Fred back to her heart, she's forced to confront some harsh truths, which, if she doesn't find a way through, might just ruin the holidays for those dearest to her. Can Fred let go of the past enough to recognize real love? And when she does, how far will she go to protect it?

GRAB THE JOYOUSLY FESTIVE AND HEART-WARMINGLY ROMANTIC NEW NOVEL FROM JENNY BAYLISSWhite Christmas meets Sarah Morgan with a sprinkle of Heidi Swain and splash of Josie Silver for the seasonal fiction!‘A warming hug of Christmas Spirit’ Reader Review‘Much more than just another festive story’ Reader Review ‘This book has all the ingredients to make a perfect festive treat, full of humour, warmth and characters you're rooting for’ Debbie Johnson, author of Falling For You----Will Harriet’s heart give in to temptation this Christmas?Whilst her local town explodes in festive cheer; from fairy lights to snowflakes, Harriet Smith is determined to hunker down alone. Until she spends one magical night with a handsome stranger and she dares to wonder ‘what if’?Then Harriet’s plans of a quiet Christmas take another turn when the beloved Winter Theatre faces closure. They have no one to direct the annual panto, so Harriet gallantly steps up to the task.Can Harriet save Christmas? Even when the man she never thought she’d see again re-appears to help with the show. Will the memory of his touch come between them? Or will their undeniable chemistry bring them together to ensure the show goes on?----'A gorgeous, cosy winter read that will transport you to the coast on a windswept day. Full of quirky characters, this book will restore anyone’s faith that it’s never too late for a second chance at love or, indeed, life' Sophie Cousens, bestselling author of This Time Next Year‘A gloriously hilarious and heart-warming tale that's full of quirky characters, boundless optimism, and genuine happiness!’ Holly Cassidy, author of The Christmas CountdownReaders are loving Kiss Me at Christmas ‘I loved every second of reading this book and it’s possible that it’s my favourite of this year’ ***** Reader Review ‘Jenny Bayliss is the queen of Christmas in my book, and reading this one just solidified that thinking! I adore reading her Christmas books each year. This story, just like the rest, really gave me such a cozy feeling and put me in the Christmas spirit super early’ ***** Reader Review‘What a delight this book has been, omg!!!’ ***** Reader Review‘Like Bayliss’ other books, this is a wholesome, light-hearted romance, but with so much additional depth, especially when it comes to her characters’ ***** Reader Review‘Five shining stars! Jenny Bayliss is a comfort author for me, no matter the season. She pours her heart into all her books, and she doesn’t skip a beat with this one’ ***** Reader Review‘Jenny Bayliss never disappoints, with her Christmas charm!’ ***** Reader Review

She went home for Christmas…and found the love she thought she’d lost.Curl up with this cosy Christmas romance bursting with twinkling lights, second chances and seasonal joy, from bestselling author Jenny Bayliss–When Fred returns home to her Scottish town she must confront her past and decide whether it can be a part of her future…Fred Hallow-Hart isn't in love with the idea of returning home to Pine Bluff. But after a bad breakup and a subsequent eviction, she's fresh out of options.Quickly roped in by her mother to help with the family Christmas cracker shop, Fred decides throwing herself into work might be for the best, especially when her ex-best-friend Ryan starts to give her butterflies she never expected.But as Fred begins to hope for her heart, she's forced to confront some harsh truths, which, if she doesn't find a way through, might just ruin the holidays.Can Fred let go of the past enough to recognise real love? And when she does, how far will she go to protect it?Perfect for fans of Sarah Morgan, Heidi Swain, Jo Thomas and Phillipa Ashley!--Readers LOVE I'll Be Home for Christmas:'If you’re looking for the ultimate warm, cozy Christmas read, this is it!' ***** Reader review'I’ll be home for Christmas is an incredible cozy, feel good, Christmas story! This is the first book I’ve read by Jenny Bayliss, and I can tell you now, it won’t be my last!' ***** Reader Review'A lovely, cosy and hopeful second chance read. Five stars' ***** Reader Review'Can you go wrong with this author? No! What a stunning, heart-warming read. I lapped it up and enjoyed every detail of this beautiful Christmassy Rom-com' ***** Reader Review'This was a warm hug and hot chocolate in book form. . . Ten out of ten' ***** Reader Review'An absolute delight that’s brimming with Christmas cheer, family love, and a sprinkle of romance' ***** Reader Review

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This festive season, fall in love with The Twelve Dates of Christmas by Jenny Bayliss - a romantic read perfect for fans of Beth O'Leary and Josie Silver.'If you need help getting into the festive spirit, this is the book for you' - Good Housekeeping'Sparkly and romantic' - My WeeklyOn the first day of Christmas, a dating app offered meTwelve tailored chances for perfect harmony . . .Kate Turner is happily single – a bit too happily, in fact. Since returning to her hometown, the sleepy village of Blexford, love hasn’t really had a look in.But Kate does love Christmas. So when her best friend insists she signs up to the Twelve Dates of Christmas, a brand new dating app service, she doesn’t need too much persuading. Twelve perfect festive dates with the area’s most eligible men – who could say no?Amongst the twinkling lights and falling snow, over hot chocolates and glasses of red wine, romance is easy to find. But with each date, Kate learns more about the men, and even more about herself.As the big day approaches, Kate’s left wondering – is it really the season for true love, or will this Christmas be the coldest yet?* * * *Readers are loving The Twelve Dates of Christmas!‘What a fabulous book to snuggle up and get cosy with. I'm all set for Christmas now!’‘This is a perfect festive read, I adored this book!’‘A really funny read that you can imagine being a slice of real life’‘This made me feel so Christmassy that I want to put my lights up now’‘The perfect book to cosy up with in the lead up to the festive period’

The Winter of Second Chances is the hilarious, heart-warming second book from the author of The Twelve Dates of Christmas, Jenny Bayliss.'A gorgeous, cosy winter read that will transport you to the coast on a windswept day' - Sophie Cousens, bestselling author of This Time Next Year'A tender and enchanting read, full of quirky characters and second chances' - Jean Meltzer, author of The Matzah BallAnnie Sharpe has it all – an acclaimed restaurant she owns with her handsome husband Max, and two gorgeous grown-up sons. But after one indiscretion too many, she leaves behind the only life she’s ever known.In search of a fresh start, Annie takes up a position as a caretaker of Saltwater Nook, a creaky but charming beach house on Kent’s beautiful, wild coastline. The village community is an eccentric but tightknit bunch, and Annie is swept up in a whirlwind of their traditional festive celebrations, from pumpkin carving to bonfires on the beach. It soon feels like home – she even reopens the long-dormant seafront café.The only thorns in her side are John, the owner’s rugged but totally unreasonable nephew who has his own agenda for the house, and a persistent Max, intent on winning her back.Salwater Nook has been the perfect escape, but Annie can’t run from her problems forever. Will she give her first love a second chance? Or step into the promise of a new life?***Readers are loving The Winter of Second Chances . . .‘The best book I’ve read in a long time - it stands head and shoulders above all other seasonal rom coms’‘Perfect reading material on a cold autumn night’‘Everything that you would want from a book at this time of year, from Halloween to Christmas!’‘I loved this book: it made me feel happy and cheerful – a guaranteed tonic’‘I guarantee you will fall in love with Annie right from the first page. A beautifully written book in a wonderful coastal setting’***Praise for The Twelve Dates of Christmas:'If you need help getting into the festive spirit, this is the book for you . . . This feelgood read has humour, romance and some gorgeous descriptions of the Christmas traditions of an English village' - Good Housekeeping'Sparkly and romantic' - My Weekly

Don't miss the Christmas wedding of the year, in Meet Me Under the Mistletoe, by the bestselling author of The Twelve Dates of Christmas, Jenny Bayliss.'A warm-hearted romance to cosy up with this Christmas' – Woman's Own'Jenny Bayliss is the queen of funny, smart romantic comedies' – Freya Sampson, author of The Last LibraryA winter wedding of school friends should be the highlight of Nory Noel’s festive calendar. But that group has long since drifted apart, and Nory is dreading the lavish, week-long affair. Still, she supposes, being the only single person means she gets a king-size bed in the idyllic castle venue all to herself.As the champagne flows, the years roll back and soon the air is alive with old sparks and old tensions. Desperate for a moment of peace, Nory escapes and crashes into Isaac, the castle’s gardener – and her former school rival.Nory and Isaac have more in common these days than they could ever have imagined. But as she steals more time away to spend with him, Isaac reveals an astonishing secret about his past. Nory is in a unique position to help right this wrong – but uncovering the truth might mean pushing Isaac away once more . . .'An uplifting, happily-ever-after gem that epitomises the perfect Christmas read' – Northern LifePraise for Jenny Bayliss:'A gorgeous, cosy winter read' – Sophie Cousens, author of Just Haven't Met You Yet'If you need help getting into the festive spirit, this is the book for you . . . This feelgood read has humour, romance and some gorgeous descriptions of the Christmas traditions of an English village' – Good Housekeeping'Sparkly and romantic' – My Weekly

'This cosy read is guaranteed to put you in the festive spirit.' - Good Housekeeping 'A joyous, uplifting and funny tale... As warming as mulled cider on a winter's night, this is a sweet celebration of sisterly love, festive romances and community spirit' - WI LifeA December to Remember is a cosy, small-town festive read to curl up with this winter, perfect for fans of Josie Silver and Lindsey Kelk.Wildly different half-sisters Maggie, Simone and Star have hardly seen each other since their idyllic summers spent in the charming village of Rowan Thorp, the home of their eccentric father, Augustus. Known for the fruitful ways in which he and his bustling curiosity shop kept the towns tongues wagging and ladies swooning, Augustus was loved by all and known by none, not even his daughters.Now, years later, the three estranged women are unexpectedly reunited at the reading of Augustus’s will. Maggie, Simone and Star are shocked to find out that Augustus has engineered a series of hoops through which the three women must jump to unlock their inheritance – the last thing any of them want to do. But each sister desperately needs the money, and they are in no position to rebel against their father's final wishes.Spending the winter months at Rowan Thorp stirs up feelings with forgotten flames, and makes the sisters confront the lives they’ve left behind. As old wounds resurface and long-buried secrets come to light, the sisters must learn to work together if they hope to succeed. Sometimes the only way to move forward is to go back to where it all began . . .----'No one does holidays better than Jenny Bayliss' - Amy E. Reichert, author of Once Upon a December'A December to Remember is such a cosy, feel-good winter delight’ - My Weekly'A charming and heart-warming tale of family bonds, loss and love to snuggle up with this festive season' - Woman's Weekly5* READER REVIEWS:A good book to curl up to on a winter’s night. A must read!I love, love, LOVED this story. It gave me all the Christmas feels.A perfect read for the holiday season, reminding us of the power of family and the magic of love.This is a delightful Christmas read; you'll need a cosy armchair, cosy blanket and a mug of mulled wine!