That Festive Feeling

By: Heidi Swain

Narrated by: Karen Cass

Holly has the place to herself this Christmas. It’s not her place, though – she is house-sitting for friends who live on Nightingale Square – just there to keep the place warm and cosy and only for long enough for her to sort her life out. Newly single and finding herself unsure about next steps for her career, she plans to hunker down and make some life decisions.

To clear her mind, she sets off on early morning walks around a nearby lake and bumps into May, an older lady who is also new to the area, and her dapper Dachshund Monty. Quickly, a firm friendship blossoms. Then when Holly meets Bear, a rather large and rather attractive man, at the local pub, and his rescue dog Queenie, her stay at Nightingale Square suddenly feels even more appealing.

As the community comes together for the season’s festivities, Holly must start thinking about where her life will take her next. Some big decisions need to be made, but distractions close to home make thinking about the future more tricky than ever…

Will she get that festive feeling this Christmas…?

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Critic reviews

‘A delightful read’ – Woman’s Own

Festive holiday fun

Another wonderful book by Heidi Swain, and narrated by Karen Cass. Heidi has an amazing talent for words and building characters. Karen Cass is my favorite narrator. Together this was a perfect holiday read.

The coziest

Perfect for listen for holiday baking, for holiday everything! Forever in love with the combo of Heidi and Karen storytelling.

self-righteous and judgemental

with only a bit of lovely Christmas details. The narrator is excellent as usual.

Another lovely book by Heidi!!

Loved this holiday book! Another great listen. I am always thrilled when Heidi puts out new books!