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Best Mistake Ever by Christy McKellen

  This is a new to me author but I am delighted to feature on the celebrations for the latest novel by Christy McKellen , Best Mistake Ever . It was published by Boldwood on 16th January. Some mistakes are worth making Beatrice Donovan would do anything for her identical twin sister. Including stepping into her hotel management job temporarily and pretending to be her - she’s desperate. What could go wrong? A lot apparently! Because her sister Delilah has hugely understated her role – the hotel is at risk of closure and she’s promised she can turn it around. Now Bea has to find a way to fly under the radar, get the job done before anyone notices their switch up. Sounds easy, all Bea has to do is avoid her temporary new boss Jonah. However, that’s a lot harder than she thought. Not only does he have impossibly high standards, he’s also out of this world gorgeous, an ex-rockstar with a chip on his shoulder and he's watching her like a hawk! So Bea uses her charm to keep him fo...
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My Christmas Number One by Leonie Mack #Review

 Congratulations to Leonie Mack on her debut novel, My Christmas Number One. It was published on 10th September by Boldwood Books.

Javi and Cara are forced to record a Christmas single together, but neither of them have plans to spend any more time with each other than they absolutely have to. With Christmas traditions that couldn’t be more different, and outlooks on life that are worlds apart, the chemistry just shouldn’t work. But the magic of Christmas can bring evenopposites together…

There’s nothing quite like a Christmas love story, to get you in the mood for celebrating…

Cara doesn’t do sexy and she only does ‘Happy Christmas’ under duress. She is, after all, a serious musician, and her stubborn streak is born from her struggle to recover from a serious injury.

Javi lives for escapist fun - in his music, and in his life - especially since he’s always failed at life’s more serious challenges, including marriage and fatherhood.

Javi and Cara are forced to record a Christmas single together, but neither of them have plans to spend any more time with each other than they absolutely have to. With Christmas traditions that couldn’t be more different, and outlooks on life that are worlds apart, the chemistry just shouldn’t work. But the magic of Christmas can bring even opposites together…

From the snowy beauty of London at Christmas, to the candle-lit magic of Javi’s traditional family celebrations, let Leonie Mack whisk you away on a memorable festive adventure. Perfect for fans of Trisha Ashley, Mandy Baggot and Holly Martin.


My Thoughts

My Christmas Number One tells the story of two opposites who are pushed together by their record company to collaborate on a Christmas single. At first, they seem totally different personalities but as the story unfolds, you start to notice a few similarities. You are taken to Miami, Mexico and Colombia for a large portion of the story and this gives the festive read a distinctive air. In these two characters, you certainly have a clash of cultures, both musically and environmentally. 

    Through both characters, Leonie has explored aspects of PTSD, disability, living with anxiety and also guilt and grief after loss. There is more to the book than a light-hearted festive read. Cara in particular shows that she has the resilience to overcome lifechanging difficulties. Family is also important, but as you discover, not all family members are easy to live with! Nevertheless, they added to the story and were always sympathetic. If you are looking for a Christmas story with a difference, you won't be disappointed!

In short: Sun, sea... and snow?

About the Author


Leonie Mack is a debut romantic novelist. Having lived in London for many years her home is now in Germany with her husband and three children. Leonie loves train travel, medieval towns, hiking and happy endings!

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Book link: Amazon UK

Thanks to Leonie, Boldwood Books and Rachel of Rachel's Random Resources for a copy of the book and a place on the tour. 

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