Christmas with Granny McPherson

The Forgotten Ones

De: Nellie K. Neves

Narrado por: Jessica Renee Ryan, Henry Brandt

Evan Scruggs made his millions pretending to be someone he's not: A sweet grandma with an affinity for writing America's favorite cookbooks.

While executives love his food, it was very clear from the beginning that his prickly personality and people skills were not going to sell anything to the public. His recipe books have topped the charts for years, however, the name and face on the cover belongs not to Evan, but to Granny McPherson, America’s Grandma. But when that Granny from the cover has a melt down in the frozen foods section on live television, Evan has to win back the public's good favor if he wants to keep everything he's worked for.

Brooke Cratchett lives on hopes and dreams, but very little else. When Brooke Cratchett inherited her grand parent’s 100-year old farmhouse, she set out to make it into a bed & breakfast, despite knowing little about business or cooking. Now her dream is crashing around her—bills are coming due, she still can’t cook, and the inn sits empty. She's hoping for a miracle when her cousin Winnifred has a brilliant idea. She can coerce her client, Evan Skruggs, to the inn to do a series of television Christmas specials. Bringing publicity for the inn, and a chance for the public to fall in love with Evan, what could go wrong? Just about everything, and typically on live TV.

As Evan struggles in the spotlight of public scrutiny, issues from his past stand in his way. If he can't change, will he lose the future he dreams of? Brooke tries to keep a smile on her face as her simple life is swallowed in the chaos of reality television. Is saving the inn really worth the lack of privacy? Between snowball wars, broken gingerbread houses, and chance meetings under the mistletoe, their lives will never be the same.

©2019 Nellie K. Neves (P)2022 Nellie K. Neves

Cook much?

Evan grew up in the system and on the streets. He has a chip on his shoulder, and lacks social graces. He is an excellent cook, and decides to publish his own cookbook. Thinking no one would buy from him, he hires a “granny” to be the face of the cookbook. What could go wrong? Brook has a big heart, and owns her own B&B. She inherited the property from her grandparents. A big piece of a B&B is B=breakfast, but she is a horrible cook. Their two world collide in an interesting way, saving them both. This was a sweet and funny story. Narration was well done.

I received a free copy of this audiobook, and am voluntarily leaving my review.

Clean and sweet with cinnamon and sugar

A great Christmas romance with a savory twist. I am always annoyed when the primary problem in the book could be solved by a thirty second conversation between the characters, yet the author pretends like that isn't an option. So, I was greatly relieved that in this book, the author actually tackles the problem head-on, thus creating more relatable and realistic characters. A sweet and clean romance with obvious attraction between the characters but no spice. Safe for teens and adults alike who prefer a good story with all the romance but none of "extra."

loved it!

I love this author! SO excited she is doing audio books. I loved the interaction between the characters and the dual narration really enhanced the story! it was very fun to listen to!

A CHRISTMAS WITH GRANNY

A FUN COOKING STORY THAT IS GREAT FOR THE HOLIDAYS OR ANYTIME OF TGE YEAR! NARRATOR WAS GREAT!

A Hallmark-Style Holiday Story with Heart & Humor

This sweet novel is such a fun, heartwarming holiday read with a truly unique premise! Evan Scruggs, a grumpy millionaire secretly posing as “America’s Grandma,” made for such an entertaining lead. The story has that cozy Hallmark-movie feel, full of charm, second chances, and a little bit of chaos, especially after Granny’s meltdown goes viral.

I listened to the audiobook version, and the narrators Jessica Renee Ryan and Henry Brandt did a wonderful job bringing the characters to life. I always appreciate when an audiobook includes both a male and female narrator, it really adds to the experience and makes the dialogue pop.

It’s a sweet, funny, and festive story, perfect for curling up with during the holidays. The only reason I’m giving it four stars instead of five is that it’s a bit predictable, but honestly, that’s part of its cozy charm. If you love feel-good Christmas stories with humor and heart, this one’s a great pick!