Christmas
in September! Christmas at the Lock Keeper's Cottage in my first
festive novel of 2020. It's time to find a cosy spot to read and
indulge in a favourite drink while enjoying Lucy Coleman's latest
tale.
All
Imogen "Immi" Tolliman wants for Christmas is to be with
the man she loves but will circumstances overrule what her heart
desires?
A
long-distance relationship where love conquerors all… eventually.
This gentle narrative meanders along as we get to know Immi and the
people she identifies as her "family".
Ms
Coleman has written a heartfelt story about daily life and struggles
within a
beautiful rural setting. There's a strong sense of community within
Ayesbury. It's a place where life-long connections are made
regardless of background. It's a close-knit group of people, watching
out for each other, just like relatives do within a large family
unit.
Festivities
and celebrations bring everyone together and the adorable Santa Ahoy
Christmas Cruises are a lovely example of getting into the spirit of
things whether you're young or old. It's also a time to make plans
for the future and to work and assist those who need it the most. The
author's written relatable and likeable characters just like we are;
working hard to do our best for those we love.
Overall,
the ending is satisfying in that Immi and Gray are together, however,
some loose ends leave me wondering if Ms Coleman plans to update us
on life in Ayesbury in the future… fingers crossed, it's a
yes?
***arc
generously received courtesy of Boldwood Books via NetGalley***
