Author : Megan Runkle
Publisher :
Page : pages
File Size : 14,30 MB
Release : 2021-10
Category :
ISBN : 9781737629405
A whimsical children's book about a Christmas Castle and all the magical things within.
Author : Trisha Ashley
Publisher : Random House
Page : 312 pages
File Size : 50,12 MB
Release : 2021-10-01
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 147359135X
'The ultimate in feelgood fiction reads, it will fill your heart with Christmas spirit.' Milly Johnson, author of Woman in the Middle This Christmas will be the most special of them all... Elderly widow Sabine knows this will be her last Christmas in her beloved home, Mitras Castle. Determined to make it just like the ones she remembers from her childhood, she employs Dido Jones of Heavenly Houseparties to help with the big day. Dido is enchanted by the castle as soon as she steps through the imposing front door. And as Christmas day approaches, her feeling of connection to the old house runs deeper than she first thought. But when the snow begins to fall and Sabine's family arrive at the house - including Dido's teenage crush Xan - tensions rise around the castle's future and long-buried mysteries begin to unravel... As past secrets come to light, can this still be a magical Christmas to remember? _________ Praise for Trisha Ashley: 'One of the best writers around' Katie Fforde 'Full of down-to-earth humour' Sophie Kinsella 'A warm-hearted and comforting read' Carole Matthews Readers are falling in love with One More Christmas at the Castle: ***** 'Trisha's Christmas stories are the perfect start to the festive season' ***** 'Pure Christmas escapism with plenty of mulled wine and mince pies' ***** 'This is cosy, festive, fun and so much more. I wanted to move into the castle and join in all the festivities!'
Author : The Countess of Carnarvon
Publisher : Random House
Page : 320 pages
File Size : 35,68 MB
Release : 2019-09-05
Category : Architecture
ISBN : 1473571030
Highclere Castle, known as 'the real Downton Abbey' bustles with activity at the best of times, but it is never more alive than at Christmas. Christmas at Highclere is a look behind the scenes at the routines and rituals that make the castle the most magical place to be throughout the festive season. Lady Carnarvon will guide you through Advent, Christmas preparations and Christmas Eve all the way through to the day itself, and beyond. Learn how the castle and grounds are transformed by decorations, including the raising of a twenty-foot tree in the saloon, the gathering of holly and mistletoe from the grounds. All the intricacies of the perfect traditional Christmas are here: from crackers and carol singers. The festive feeling is carried through to Highclere's Boxing Day traditions, the restorative middle days and the New Year's Eve celebrations. This book also tells the story of historic Christmases at Highclere - of distinguished guests warming themselves by the fire after a long journeys home through the snow, unexpected knocks on the door, and, always, the joy of bringing family - and staff - together after a busy year. As well as telling the stories of Highclere Christmases past and present, Lady Carnarvon provides recipes, tips and inspiration from her kitchen so that readers can bring a quintessentially British festive spirit to their own home. Lady Carnarvon divulges the secret to perfectly flakey mince pies, the proper way to wrap presents so that you and your guests are guaranteed a Christmas to remember. Lavish, celebratory and utterly enchanting, Christmas at Highclere is celebration of one of the UK's most beloved historic houses and is the perfect gift for any Downton Abbey fan.
Author : Karen Anderson
Publisher : Harry N. Abrams
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 13,97 MB
Release : 2006-09-01
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9781584795308
Viceroy Crofton plots to take over the kingdom and has exiled Angela who is the rightful princess.
Author : Melissa McClone
Publisher : Tule Publishing
Page : 239 pages
File Size : 39,42 MB
Release : 2016-10-18
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 1945879181
A royal wedding. A meddlesome mother. An unexpected union. A European getaway during the Christmas holiday is exactly what veterinarian Katrina "Kat" Parsons needs. She can't wait to be a bridesmaid in her childhood friend's royal wedding, but she hopes to steer clear of the bride's arrogant older brother. Crown Prince Guillaume wants his younger sister's wedding day to be perfect, but he's suspicious of Kat. He and his mother are on high alert, afraid Kat is not just there for the wedding, but also to find a prince of her own. But when Kat's kindness and generosity prove them wrong, the prince realizes there's more to her than he ever imagined. Can he trust his heart or will he lose the one woman he can't live without?
Author : Rosie Banks
Publisher : Orchard Books
Page : 109 pages
File Size : 19,89 MB
Release : 2012-10-04
Category : Juvenile Fiction
ISBN : 140832590X
Enter a magical world of friendship and fun! It's Christmas in the Secret Kingdom, and all of the creatures in the realm are on their way to Christmas Castle for their special Christmas Eve sleepover, which will be followed by a Christmas Day visit by Santa Claus himself! Summer, Ellie and Jasmine are so excited to be able to celebrate with all of their friends in Secret Kingdom, but soon mean Queen Malice and her nasty Storm Sprites arrive to spoil their fun. Will the girls be able to break the queen's horrible spells and save Christmas? Secret Kingdom is a brand new series full of the things girls love most: special friendships, secrets and magical adventures. Newly confident readers will be swept away by the magical stories of three children whose courage and resourcefulness save a fantastical land from disaster. Full of all the things little girls love best: special friendships, secrets and magical adventures, all set in an incredible kingdom!Eye-catching illustrations throughout.Become best friends with Ellie, Summer and Jasmine - plus Trixi the pixie!Help Ellie, Summer and Jasmine save the Secret Kingdom from wicked Queen Malice and her naughty storm sprites. A new exciting adventure in each and every book.
Author : Marion Lennox
Publisher : HarperCollins UK
Page : 120 pages
File Size : 25,46 MB
Release : 2013-12-01
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 1472005651
Angus Stuart is more used to managing boardrooms than castles, but when his father dies he finds himself thrust into an unfamiliar world. Returning home, he intends to sell the estate as quickly as possible. However, with Christmas around the corner, Fate has other plans...
Author : Alison Roberts
Publisher : HarperCollins Australia
Page : 170 pages
File Size : 25,75 MB
Release : 2021-12-01
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 1867242516
A Christmas angel...to transform his world! For GP Euan McKendry, Christmas is not the most wonderful time of the year...it conjures up too many painful memories. But his home, Ravenswood Castle, is hosting its annual Christmas camp for sick children — and when perky paediatrician Abby Hawkins arrives to help, he knows he’s in trouble. Not only does she adore the festive season, but she sees beyond Euan’s impenetrable facade: to a man in need of a miracle! Mills & Boon Medical — Life and love in the world of modern medicine.
Author : Stephenia H. McGee
Publisher :
Page : pages
File Size : 30,77 MB
Release : 2021-11-02
Category :
ISBN : 9781635640625
A crown meant for a princess. A medieval castle. And a one-way ticket to an unforgettable romance.A life changing diagnosis sends Avery Stuart on a last-chance Christmas road trip. The cheery bed-and-breakfast offers a festive way to spend the holidays alone. But when she finds her name listed on an ancient family tree next to an English baron, her trip suddenly takes a startling turn-no fairy godmother included. She might have gotten the Cinderella dress, but her prince is more beast than charming.On the verge of seeing his people starve, Sir Robert de Northwood must seek a bride with a hefty dowry in order to salvage what war has wrought. The night he must choose his wife, a strange foreign princess arrives at Northwood Castle dressed in enough jewels to feed his barony for a year-and she's entirely alone. Sir Robert is intrigued by the fascinating woman and offers his protection by way of a sensible marriage arrangement that will benefit them both. But when the mysterious Princess Avery of Gardenia claims to be from the future, how much will he risk losing in order to keep her close?? The Back Inn Time series short novels are fun, faith-filled stories of what it might be like to suddenly experience life in a different time. These clean historical romances are packed with humor and adventure. Perfect for fans of dual timeline or time slip stories and Christian historical romance, these books answer the question every historical fiction fan wonders-what would it be like if I went back to that time? If you enjoy the wholesomeness of Amish, Western, or frontier fiction and adore romantic comedies, then a visit to a seaside Victorian inn where you can "step back inn time and leave your troubles behind!" is for you.
Author : Marion Lennox
Publisher : Harlequin
Page : 252 pages
File Size : 24,60 MB
Release : 2013-12-01
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 1460322878
Holly and the brooding new Earl of Castle Craigie… Angus Stuart is more used to managing boardrooms than castles, but when his father dies he finds himself thrust into an unfamiliar world. Returning home, he intends to sell the estate as quickly as possible. However, with Christmas around the corner, fate has other plans…. Showing up on his doorstep, Australian chef Holly McIntosh is bursting with festive cheer. But she's desperate for a job, and she's not taking no for an answer! Not usually one for taking a risk, Angus offers her a temporary position. But if anyone can melt this brooding earl's heart this winter, it's Holly!
