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Christmas Magic at Holly Oaks : A Sweet Holiday Romance
After a career setback, horticulturalist, and Christmas Curmudgeon, Rose Douglas feels hopeless. Her meddlesome sister Sharlene, however, is convinced that Rose just needs a change of pace. Sharlene insists the two of them take a sisters' trip to the quaint town of Holly Oaks—the Christmas Capital of the US.
What Rose doesn’t expect to find in Holly Oaks is her old flame, Malcolm Sharpe, who runs the town’s only bakery. Malcolm has found happiness in the small town by forming a close relationship with Ms. Flores, the owner of Holly Oaks Tree Farm—a.k.a. the heart of the town. While Malcolm struggles with the decision of a possible expansion for his bakery, Ms. Flores is searching to find the right investor for the tree farm, or it could mean eventual commercialization of the town and a loss of Christmas magic.
But a problem arises with the trees, and when Rose steps in to help, it means spending more time with Malcolm. As the two reconnect under twinkling Christmas lights and amid fresh rows of magical pines, Rose and Malcolm must confront what went wrong between them almost a decade ago. It’s clear to Rose that their old spark is far from dead, but just like in the past, she can’t tell if Malcolm feels the same—and letting him back in might mean risking her heart all over again. Just as Holly Oaks is starting to carve out a space in her heart, Rose receives an important call that changes everything.
Both Rose and Malcolm are faced with life changing decisions that ultimately push them to take risks. But can they take the biggest risk of all on each other, or are some seasons better left in the past?
What Rose doesn’t expect to find in Holly Oaks is her old flame, Malcolm Sharpe, who runs the town’s only bakery. Malcolm has found happiness in the small town by forming a close relationship with Ms. Flores, the owner of Holly Oaks Tree Farm—a.k.a. the heart of the town. While Malcolm struggles with the decision of a possible expansion for his bakery, Ms. Flores is searching to find the right investor for the tree farm, or it could mean eventual commercialization of the town and a loss of Christmas magic.
But a problem arises with the trees, and when Rose steps in to help, it means spending more time with Malcolm. As the two reconnect under twinkling Christmas lights and amid fresh rows of magical pines, Rose and Malcolm must confront what went wrong between them almost a decade ago. It’s clear to Rose that their old spark is far from dead, but just like in the past, she can’t tell if Malcolm feels the same—and letting him back in might mean risking her heart all over again. Just as Holly Oaks is starting to carve out a space in her heart, Rose receives an important call that changes everything.
Both Rose and Malcolm are faced with life changing decisions that ultimately push them to take risks. But can they take the biggest risk of all on each other, or are some seasons better left in the past?
- GenresChristmasHoliday Romance
192 pages, Kindle Edition
Published December 3, 2024
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December 20, 2024
This is my favorite Christmas book yet! I love the setting and that the main character and her sister are fellow plant ladies ♥️ I want to try this sweet bread they’re always talking about, and I wish I could visit Holly Oaks for real!
December 22, 2025
So Cute! 🎄
There is nothing I love more around the holidays than a festive holiday romance and Christmas Magic at Holly Oaks 100% delivered! So cute, cozy & full of Hallmark holiday movie vibes! 10/10 recommend!
There is nothing I love more around the holidays than a festive holiday romance and Christmas Magic at Holly Oaks 100% delivered! So cute, cozy & full of Hallmark holiday movie vibes! 10/10 recommend!
November 30, 2025
A cute and easy Christmas romance! If Hallmark Christmas movies are your thing, you will LOVE this.
December 28, 2025
Sweet/closed door. Second chance romance. Christmas tree farm. Baker x plant girl. Very Hallmark!
February 3, 2025
I’d have to say this is my favorite Racquel Christmas Novella yet!! For being a novella it was packed full with Christmas fun ans swoony moments all set in a small town that makes you want to belong there!
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