This year's Christmas novella installment from Melody was a fun read as usual. I liked that this one had some surprises along the way and a good ending for the characters. It is definitely a Hallmarkish story but it had a bit of intrigue as well which elevated my enjoyment of the story-the extra layer that brought to the story was my favorite part. Another fun Christmas read from one of my go to authors for all things Christmas books.

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Every year, Melody Carlson has a knack for writing a wonderful story to put us in the Christmas spirit. This year is no exception. A Royal Christmas is just such a story. Meet Adelaide Smith, struggling law student, so close to finally finishing her degree she is leaving her barista job for good. As fate would have it, she receives the letter that changes her life forever.

This novella is heartwarming and yes, a bit enchanting but still contains a bit of intrigue and mystery. All in time for the Christmas holiday season. I enjoyed this story and recommend this to all who enjoy a modern Cinderella story. This book, like all the other Christmas books I have by Melody Carlson will be read again and again.

I loved this wonderful almost fairy tale with love and intrigue and secrets and royalty. I loved Adelaide and how down to earth she is. I could not put the book down. I received a copy of the book from the publisher for a fair and honest opinion that I gave of my own free will.

This is a book that I wouldn't be surprised ended up as a Hallmark Christmas movie. Adelaide receives a letter stating that she is the daughter of a king to a small country. The king is gravely ill and wishes to see her before he dies. Adelaide thinks it's all a joke until her friend convinces her to make contact with the person who wrote the letter. She makes a visit to see her father and learns that she is next in line to become the ruler. Her stepmother will do anything to stop that from happening.

This is a nice cozy read with a little bit of mystery and romance.

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Melody Carlsons Christmas novel this year is unique and different than any of her previous holiday books. Its really more like a modern day fairy tale. Struggling College girls childhood fantasies come true for her. This story reminds me of the movies Princesses Diaries and Knotting Hill. When you read this book you will understand why I mentioned this. I thought it was interesting and it is very Christmassy! It has the potential to become a Hallmark movie. The story was a quick read and a page turner. I can not say I thought it was her best ever Christmas novel but it definitely was different. I was not fond of the ending but for the most part I did enjoy the book.

I recommend this book to readers of Christmas books, womens fiction and fans of the author. It is a standalone book. A Royal Christmas is scheduled to be released on 9/5/23.

I voluntarily read and reviewed an advanced readers copy of this book. All thoughts and opinions shared here in this review are entirely my own.

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