It's that time of year again when Christmas is creeping ever closer and the rush to find the perfect present is in the forefront of our minds. This year has been particularly tough, with many of us trying to do all or most of our Christmas shopping online, if your like me I have been endlessly browsing for gift idea's and not always coming up trumps. Why don’t you take a look at my Christmas present idea’s. See if my finds will help finish the dreaded Christmas shop. I will recap on books I've liked this year and have added a few other book related gifts towards the end. All gifts are just what I have come across whilst trying to find the perfect present for friends or loved ones.
Lets start with Where Hope is Found by Rebecca L Marsh
This is Rebecca’s third novel, which was published on 31st October 2020.
Synopsis
One tiny moment in time can shatter your whole world.
A family beach vacation turns to tragedy and Marissa must find a way for her and her traumatised eight-year-old daughter, Maisy, to move forward and heal. But memories of what she lost surround her, threatening to take her to a dark place; a place she can never go again.
When her brother extends an invitation for her and Maisy to move in with him on Princess Island, Marissa thinks it might just be the fresh start she needs. But can she really find hope and healing on an island surrounded by the same ocean that broke her heart?
Find my review here:- Where Hope Is Found
Fancy a bit of regency romance then the next two books will suit you to down a tee. They are part of The Reluctant Bride Series by Josie Bonham.
Synopsis
Pride meets prejudice -can love blossom?
Beautiful young widow Lady Eliza Wyndham is determined never to remarry after a disastrous first marriage. The undeniable attraction that fizzes between her and Major Nathaniel Overton terrifies her. She rejects his advances.
With his pride badly dented, Nat vows to forget Eliza until he finds her in danger from an old adversary of his army days. His protective instincts are stirred and he steps back into her life, but will Eliza be prepared to accept his help?
The Second book in the series is The Viscount's Convenient Bride
Synopsis
Luke, Viscount Enstone’s, resolve to avoid a love match is tested to its limit when he accepts responsibility for the Davenport family.
Luke has found it hard to sort out his late father’s affairs. A dishonest secretary and ailing land agent have left the family estates in disorder. With new people in place, he sets off to one of his smaller properties to discover the extent of an obligation that seems out of keeping with the cold-hearted father he remembers. Why is Miss Kitty Davenport living at Shepley Hall and what was her connection to his father?
Kitty has waited for a long time to find out if the new Viscount Enstone will continue the support his father gave to her family and her patience is wearing thin. Will he carry on paying for her young brother’s education and even assist him in finding a career? For herself, all she needs is help to find a suitable position as a companion and to escape from the unwanted attentions of a persistent suitor.
Find my review here:- The Viscounts Convenient Bride
I must say I cannot wait for the next book in the series.
Next on the list is Claire Huston's Art and Soul. A self published debut Novel.
Synopsis
Art and Soul is the story of struggling single mother Becky Watson who longs to revive her career as a life-fixer, working miracles to solve her clients’ problems, no matter how big or small. Since the birth of her two-year-old son she has been stuck preventing wedding fiascos for the richest and rudest residents of the Comptons, a charming, leafy area of southern England known for its artistic heritage.
So when reclusive local artist Charlie Handren reluctantly hires Becky to fix his six-year creative slump, she’s delighted to set him up with a come-back exhibition and Rachel Stone, the woman of his dreams.
Though they get off to a rocky start, Becky and Charlie soon become close. But as the beautiful Rachel becomes Charlie’s muse, Becky is forced to wonder: will giving Charlie everything he wants mean giving up her own happily ever after?
For a bit of crime, thriller, mystery and romantic fiction
The French Girl is Lexie Elliott's debut novel, which was published in 2018.
Synopsis
They were six university students from Oxford--friends and sometimes more than friends--spending an idyllic week together in a French farmhouse. It was supposed to be the perfect summer getaway--until they met Severine, the girl next door.
For Kate Channing, Severine was an unwelcome presence, her inscrutable beauty undermining the close-knit group's loyalties amid the already simmering tensions. And after a huge altercation on the last night of the holiday, Kate knew nothing would ever be the same. There are some things you can't forgive, and there are some people you can't forget, like Severine, who was never seen again.
Now, a decade later, the case is reopened when Severine's body is found in the well behind the farmhouse. Questioned along with her friends, Kate stands to lose everything she's worked so hard to achieve as suspicion mounts around her. Desperate to resolve her own shifting memories and fearful she will be forever bound to the woman whose presence still haunts her, Kate finds herself buried under layers of deception with no one to set her free.
This next one is on my Christmas list, I have dropped several hints so fingers crossed someone will buy it for me. A bit of historical fiction. War Lord by Bernard Cornwell, one of my favourite series - It's The Last Kingdom Series, Book 13. Not many authors can get away with writing a 13 book series! Synopsis
The final battle awaits…
England is under attack. Chaos reigns. Northumbria, the last kingdom, is threatened by armies from all sides, by land and sea – and only one man stands in their way. Torn between loyalty and sworn oaths, the warrior king Lord Uhtred of Bebbanburg faces his greatest ever battle – and prepares for his ultimate fate…
If you’re looking for something a little different what about -
A beautiful book packed full of inspirational quotes and wonderful pictures. I was bought this as a gift last Christmas and its such a lovely book, that gets picked up every now and then for a quick re-read.
This next book I've not read but have seen some of the fantastic quotes on Facebook.
Not found a book your after, take a browse through the rest of my blog, you may find a book you like the look of or keep reading for some book related gift idea’s that I came across whilst browsing the internet.
Top of the list, something we are all using at the moment. Face Mask's, there are loads out there to choose from, here are just two that I liked the look of.
Adults face mask -Book lovers embroidered 3 layer, cotton face masks reusable, machine washable, adjustable for men or women, Dark Grey.
Children's face mask - Book lovers embroidered 3 layer cotton face masks reusable machine washable adjustable Maroon Red
As a tea guzzler myself this 11 Ounce White ceramic coffee mug, that has a large, easy to grip C-handle and is both microwave and dishwasher safe, is the perfect accompaniment to a good book. You will find it here.
Every book lover never has enough bookmarks.
An inspirational book mark, that says "Life is like a book: some chapters are sad, some happy and some exciting. But if you never turn the page, you will never know what the next chapter holds." The perfect gift for the Book lover in your life!
This one is my favourite....what about a
cute bookmark. Perfect stocking fillers. Suitable for children and big kids! There are a selection of animal friends, I quite like the
rabbit, my daughter would love the
unicorn.
Last but not least. This should help to carry the stack of books back from the shop or library. Books In My Bag Tote Bag. Made from cotton. This one is approx. 10 litres capacity. I believe you can get a variety of sizes!
Well that concludes my hopefully helpful gift ideas. I hope you have enjoyed reading and that my finds will give you some inspiration to be able to finish your Christmas shopping.
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