Lovely third book wrapping up the time at Hope Hall. Full of festive community spirit it gives you all the warm feelings. Great for a winter read

A lovely but predictable little book, but still a satisfying read and it definitely got me in the Christmas spirit. Thank you to Netgalley and the publisher for the ARC.,

Christmas at Hope Hall is the finale of a trilogy about the lives of locals in a small British town during the holiday season.

It was cute, easy read, perfect for the holiday season. That being said, having not read the previous two books, I struggled to connect with the characters in any meaningful way. There are lots of story lines happening, so if you love lots of characters and a constant change in who is speaking then you'll love this, but it's not my favorite reading experience. That being said, I loved how Hope Hall played a part in everyone's story and was the center piece of the town. Overal it was enjoyable light read.

This was a DNF for me.

From the reviews, I can see I am in a minority, but I found the abundance of characters to be confusing, I couldn’t find any interest for their lives and I didn’t warm to this book at all. This may have been because this appears to be one in a series, a series which I haven’t read.

I attempted to read the ARC in exchange for an honest review for Netgalley.

Lovely feel good book to read. It was a joy to read. Lovely characters. Great plot. The book was charming. Very well written. I’d definitely recommend this book. Idyllic location that set the tone of the book to perfection. Perfect seasonal book to get you in the mood for the festive season.

When I requested this book, I wasn't aware that it was part of a series or, indeed, the final book of a series. I do think that it would have been great if I'd read the full series however I don't think that took away from the enjoyment of this novel as a standalone.

I love books set during the Christmas period and the village, characters and themes of love and friendship really epitomized the festive season for me.

Definitely recommended.

I love reading a good Christmas story around the holidays. Many I start and can't make it through but I Very much enjoyed this book!

What a truly gorgeous read this was, however I am so sad that this has all come to an end!.
Hope Hall stands in the heart of the village and is always a central part of the community there. This final instalment in the series leads us through the festive season. Kath - the manager - is enjoying her life, and has finally found someone to share it with. The caretaker of the hall, Ray - is still coming to terms with the loss of his wife, but finds some comfort in the form of a stray dog.
Pam Rhodes has such a marvellous way with words, you truly feel a connection to these characters and want the absolute best for them.
I will truly miss this series, but I do look forward to future releases by this author!.

Easy to read, sweet characters, Christmas love good feelings and a little escapism. Perfect the holidays.

A heartwarming Christmas book filled with community,goodness and kindness.
I really didn't want it to be over. "Christmas at Hope Hall is the final book in a delightful trilogy centered on a Victorian church hall, the like of which can be found at the heart of so many towns across England."

I was given a complimentary copy of this book.
Opinions expressed are my own.

I struggled to get started on this one. I’m not sure if it’s because I was not familiar with the characters already in the series or if I just didn’t it feel a spark from it. I might try this one again once I read the other books first.

I really enjoyed reading this book during the holidays! It was a quick read for me, but I truly enjoyed it. It was the first one of the series that I read, so I plan on going back and reading the others.

Thank you to NetGalley for a copy of the book in exchange for an honest review of the book.

Oh no! It’s finished! I didn’t want this to be over!
I’m so sad. I feel like I’ve left many best friends behind. The end of an era.

This is such a heartwarming series. Hope Hall the centre of the Community where all sorts of things take place and all kinds of things happen.

We have multiple ages and varied personalities and I’ve enjoyed getting to know each one of them.
There’s a bit of everyone in each of us.

Strength, vulnerability.
Loneliness and contentment.
Sufferings and pleasure.

So much for me to say yet so much for you to read.

Visit Hope Hall for yourself in this trilogy. I dare you not to like it!

I cannot wait to read more by this author. This author has now become a go-to author. To have a book that is well written as well as entertaining is a delight.

The perfect Christmas book for cosy nights abd frosty mornings. The ideal mic of. Likeable characters and storyline. Perfect. Like a hallmark movie. Fab.

I always fall in love with the life and characters of Pam's books. Hope hall is no exception. The characters bring a different dynamic to each chapter and i love how each character grows in their own way throughout the book. A really enjoyable read.

Christmas at Hope Hall is a nice holiday story about a small town and a place called Hope Hall where they gather and/or work. I have not read any of the other books in this series so I was at a disadvantage of not knowing who anyone was. There are a lot of characters to keep track of. The story is about the whole group from Hope Hall so it shifts with each chapter or paragraph. I found it ok, I liked some characters more than others which is normal, and the setting was nice.

Hope Hall is always a busy place. It stands at the heart of the village & the numerous activities cater for many in the community. This final book in the trilogy covers the time from the Harvest Festival to Christmas. We see Kath, the manager of the hall is enjoying her life and finding someone she might share it with and Ray, the caretaker struggling to get over the loss of his wife and a stray dog giving him purpose. I love how the author can make you laugh one minute & reach for the tissues the next. The whole pantomime story was a delight- I think I'd be right at home in the Can't Sing Singers!! I think this book really needs to be read as part of the trilogy. I am really going to miss these folk! Thanks to Netgalley & the publisher for letting me read & review this book.

Christmas At Hope Hall by Pam Rhodes is a heart warming contemporary Christian novel that is absolutely delightful. It is the final book in the Hope Hall trilogy. I recommend reading the previous books first but it can be read as a stand-alone.
Hope Hall has a wonderful community feel. It is a place where love and life go hand in hand. Many different groups use the hall under the care of manager Kath and caretaker Ray.
The reader is delighted to drop in on the groups – such as first aid training, mums and toddlers, drama club, dog (and owner) training and much more. We witness the interactions between the characters. There is much amusing banter, love and care as the characters bring out the best in each other.
I particularly loved the interactions between Ray and a stray dog – it seems that even, or especially, animals know when love and care is needed.
I enjoyed meeting up with familiar faces and spending time dropping in on their lives as autumn made its way towards Christmas.
The Hope Hall trilogy has been positively charming. It has been a pleasure getting to know characters and witnessing their growth and progress. I am sad to leave them all behind now that the books are ended.
Give yourself a treat and pop on down to Hope Hall today.
I received a free copy via Net Galley. A favourable review was not required. All opinions are my own.

Christmas at Hope Hall Pam Rhodes

This book focuses on the run up to the harvest supper and all the trials trying to encompass all in the community of all ethnicities. We then find the community gather to start forming what will be come through local pantomime.

A beautifully well written story,full of warmth and loving sentiment shown in the local community centred around Hope Hall.

The characters there are fabulous and show through the book that things are not always as they appear on the surface. There is happiness, sadness,laughter, loneliness, warmth and ultimately friendship.

An easy read that draws you in from the first page and many underlying stories of the characters in the Hope Hall community.

There is such an underlying honesty about Pam Rhodes books.

This is last in the series and that is the greatest sadness for me to write in this review as there is so much more Hope Hall has to offer as many of the characters stories are still unfinished as many readers of the series will feel almost short changed.

Still a fabulous book though. 5/5