Debbie Johnson's "A Very Irish Christmas" is the perfect book to put you in the mood for the holidays! This was the first novel I've read by this author, but it certainly won't be my last.

I thoroughly enjoyed the world and characters Johnson crafted. From the village of 'Little Ireland' and its inhabitants to the characters like Ryan and Cassie, this book is full of so much heart and humor.

There were a few places toward the end I'd wished were a little longer, such as another scene with Georgie and Charlie, but overall, I'd still give it a solid 5 stars.

All thoughts and opinions of this book are my own.

Thank you to Netgalley and Storm Publishing for a review copy of this book.

Debbie Johnson's *"A Very Irish Christmas"* is a heartwarming festive romance that transports you straight into the enchanting English countryside. Cassie, the main character, embarks on a journey to honor her late grandmother’s memory and perhaps find some healing along the way. The small, snow-dusted village in the Cotswolds where she lands is full of charm and holiday cheer, offering the perfect backdrop for this Christmas adventure.

Cassie’s romantic dilemma between two charming suitors was a fun aspect of the plot, though I didn’t feel a strong connection between her and either love interest. However, that didn’t take away from the overall warm and cozy vibe of the story.

Johnson has crafted a cozy, uplifting holiday read that’s easy to get lost in. With Irish humor, festive celebrations, and a sprinkle of romance, this is a great choice for anyone looking for a light, feel-good Christmas story.

When New York-born Cassie O'Hara decides to use the money her sassy Irish nana Nora left in her will to book a month-long stay in a quaint country village, she's expecting a cozy cottage, steak-and-ale pie and plenty of Christmas cheer. Instead, she gets a draughty disaster covered in dust, a temperamental stray dog and two devastatingly handsome men vying for her attention…
There's Charles, the dashing English aristocrat with an enormous manor house and a heart of gold. And Ryan, a curly-haired Irish handyman with a past he won't talk about and an accent that makes her weak at the knees.
When Charles enlists Cassie's event-planning expertise to save his family estate, she finds herself working shoulder to shoulder with Ryan, breathing new life into Bancroft Manor. As village life weaves its spell, Cassie uncovers some intriguing secrets about Nana Nora's past. With her return ticket looming and her heart pulling her in unexpected directions, can Cassie find the love and belonging Nana Nora always wanted for her?
I loved reading this. Cassie is heartbroken and looking for change so she books herself a Christmas getaway to try to get back to her Irish roots. By chance she ends up in a village in England known as Little Ireland and has the pick of two very attractive men.
This is a great Christmas read with everything you could ask for in a book. I adored all the Characters and the little side plots. A really great Christmas story.
Thanks to NetGalley for the ARC

If you’re in the mood for a cozy, heartwarming Christmas rom-com sprinkled with Irish charm, this book is your festive ticket! It’s got all the feels of a classic small-town story, where the whole village knows everyone’s name and pitches in to help—it’s the kind of community spirit that makes your heart swell. Cassie, the big-hearted heroine, is everything you want in a Christmas novel lead, while her two love interests—British, royal-blooded Charles and charming Irish flirt Ryan—are pure swoon material. Despite the open love triangle, the vibe stays low on angst and high on feel-good moments. This story is a joy to read as they navigate love, life, and the holiday magic. Perfect for a cozy night by the fire!

Thank you to NetGalley and Storm Publishing for an eARC in exchange for an honest review.
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Christmas in book from. I loved reading this. Cassie is heartbroken and looking for change so she books herself a Christmas getaway to try to get back to her Irish roots. By chance she ends up in a village in England known as Little Ireland and has the pick of two very attractive men. Which she follow Nanna Nora's advice and trust her heart?

This is a great Christmas read with everything you could ask for in a book. I adored all the Characters and the little side plots. A really great Christmas story.

Okay full disclosure, I went into this book expecting the typical cookie cutter Christmas romance. I was so pleasantly surprised! Debbie Johnson delivered such a beautiful story of heritage, healing, and friendship. While it is categorized as a Romance, the romantic relationships are not the focus of the book.
The characters of A Very Irish Christmas are so easy to fall in love with and are all in healing journeys of their own. The lush descriptions of Ireland and England make me want to explore my own Irish heritage. I would highly recommend you add this book to your holiday reading list! This is the PERFECT book to curl up with on a snowy day with a fire and some cocoa.

Everything you'd want in a Hallmark Christmas Movie
A wonderful cozy romance.
A jilted bride to be needs to find herself again

She comes to realize the true her is no longer in the States but a quaint Irish village in England

Then her vision of the perfect restart needs an make over

A darling Community
An even Romantic Triangle with two viable suitors

Gave me Christmas feels 2 months early
A highlyrecommended story

Is this a cute, cozy Christmas romance novel? Yes, absolutely and the charming settings in England & Ireland adds to the warmth and coziness.
But it is so much more than that! It feels like a reflection on different type of grief, on life, on what makes a family. It is a book full of various type of love shown in different ways. It’s actually what I loved most about it. How it gracefully balances heartwarming moments with deeper, emotional truths. It’s not just a feel-good holiday read; it’s a celebration of the many ways we come together.
Even though I really enjoyed it, I struggled a bit in the beginning. I am very happy that I kept going, I would definitely read Debbie Johnson’s previous and next works!

Thank you NetGalley & Storm Publishing for providing me with an ARC in exchange for an honest review!

So very cute! I loved the characters, the setting, everything! A good feel good romance for the winter.

Thank you to Netgalley and the publisher for allowing me to read this arc in exchange for an honest review!

This was a fab read, funny, sweet & unpredictable I loved the characters, the charm and the subtle Christmas vibes.
An eye-catching cover design pulls you in, and the "American in England" theme was very fitting with The Holiday which is one of my favourite films.
Perfect for cosying up with.

A fab festive find this book is!
A lovely Christmas read that I could really imagine as a film.
Really enjoyed it.

Reading A Very Irish Christmas felt like sitting with a cozy, delicious mug of hot chocolate during the holiday season, with snow falling outside—or at least, what I imagine that would feel like, since I live in a country where it’s 40 degrees Celsius in December! This book is the very definition of comforting, cozy, and heartwarming.

I loved how it felt like I was discovering the village and taking the leap with Cassie. Every new character felt like someone I was meeting myself. Honestly, who hasn’t dreamed of visiting a picturesque village in Ireland, England, or Scotland and finding a place that feels like home? Just me? Well, this book made me feel like I kind of did, and it was an amazing experience.

The characters were great, and even though I didn’t agree with Cassie’s final choice, the story left me feeling warm and ready for Christmas. I do wish there had been a bit more romance, though. I mean, it was there, but I just expected more. In all fairness, this story was more about Cassie’s journey to finding herself than the romance, so I can’t be too hard on it.

As someone who’s lost both of my grandmas, who were such important and loving figures in my life, I really appreciated how the author used Nora’s passing—Cassie’s grandma—to gently guide her growth. It didn’t feel forced or heavy—it was natural, like Nora’s memory was always there, quietly helping Cassie find her way.

If, like me, you love re-watching cozy, heartwarming movies during the holiday season, this book is definitely for you.

Thank you, NetGalley, the publisher, and the author for sending this book in exchange for my honest review. All opinions are my own.

Thank you to Debbie Johnson, Storm Publishing, and NetGalley for a copy of this ARC.

3.5 ⭐️

Super easy and cute Christmas read. I really adore that it was set in England and Ireland. It just makes everything feels so much more charming and cozy. The characters are warm and lovable with flaws of their own adding some complexity to this rom-com. This was also a closed door romance which I love with only one very briefly described make out session. I only have two minor complaints with this book. One is the use of exclamation points (just a few too many for my preference). Two is that some of the dialogue could be better developed. Some dialogues felt very written— they didn’t feel natural if you were to take it and speak it aloud.

I loved this book! It’s the perfect Christmas travel book! Loved the small town village setting was such quick read! Definitely recommend

Adorable! Like a lovely Hallmark holiday movie, this was a perfect read for anyone who’s ever dreamt of running off to the English countryside, complete with charming thatched cottages, a dreamy old estate, and a cast of quirky but welcoming villagers.

In A Very Irish Christmas by Debbie Johnson, Cassie is not having a great year and dreading Christmas. She decides use her inheritance to rent a cottage in Ireland. What she finds is more than she expected and could change her forever.

This was a sweet romance/travel read set in the English countryside. I loved all the secondary characters, especially Georgie. Highly recommend, especially if you are looking for a cozy Christmas read.

Thank you, NetGalley and Storm Publishing for the e-ARC in exchange for an honest opinion.

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A Very Irish Christmas by Debbie Johnson is absolutely, for sure must-read Christmas story!
I LOVED IT!
All you want/need in a Christmas book! And this was so nice, easy and fun! Some parts made me laugh out so loud! I can't stop smiling!

I hope Hallmark will turn this into the film as this is just perfect for classic Christmas films!

American girl Cassie challenges herself by travelling to England to live in a quaint village cottage for a whole month! Whatever she expected, she didn't expect what she faced it!
This is such a perfect holiday romance with someone who is lost and ready to rediscover their full potential!

Thank you Netgalley and Storm Publishing for this festive gem!

Cassie O'Hara is wallowing in sorrow, watching her wedding video and feeling sad. Her best friend, June persuades her to go on a trip of a lifetime to put all her misery behind and let adventure bring her self-confidence back to life. Cassie finds the perfect cottage in the Cotswolds which she books for a month and then leaves all her woes behind her. After a bumpy start, Cassie starts to make an impression on the village and really thinks things are going to be ok. I really enjoyed reading this book, it could have been twee but Debbie Johnson got it just right. Highly recommended.

Cassie rents a country cottage in Ireland, but it is not the picture-perfect place she thought. sweet story.