This is the third book in this series and as i have read the other ones and enjoyed them was looking forward to reading this one just as much.
this one is about Clara and Jack who have lived in Rowan vale for fifteen years.
If your not familure with this series this village is a working historical village museum that has something a little special real live ghosts, but only certain people can see them usually family members but sometimes the odd vistors see them to.

Clara hasnt been feeling herself for the last 8 months, she thinks its the perimenupause shes tired all the time putting on weight and always arguing with jack.
They have three sons and Clara has been a stay at home mum now its her turn to do something for herself.
Coming upto christmas rowan vale is setting up a christmas market and all residents are dressing up in period costumes .
Clara picked hers out six weeks ago and has gone to pick it up with her friend only to find out it doesnt fit and her friend advises her to see a doctor.
as she thinks clara is expecting.

The holidays are just around the corner, and everyday stresses are compounded by bombshell secrets waiting to be uncovered in Christmas Spirits at Honeywell House by Sharon Booth. This is the third outing of the series, and while a reader doesn’t necessarily have to have read the others to understand what is going on, they might be better situated by doing so to get the relationships between all the various characters, like how and why Lawrie and Agnes are close, for example, or why Aubrey and Agnes reaffirm how Florrie is DEFINITELY their daughter irrespective of blood relation.

This novel’s human component is Clara and Jack Milsom, a noticeable departure from the previous two stories in which an unattached man and woman meet and fall in love. They have been married for over a decade and have three boys together, so this explores their current relationship and the circumstances that led them to each other. It was an interesting pivot, and it definitely paid off as I think having to deal with a new blossoming romance as well as the ghosts’ problems would have been pushing too much into the story.

Here are my jumbled thoughts:

•The dialogue with the boys where Clara tells them her secret is very funny in parts and feels exactly like how kids would react.

•Did NOT expect one character to be so boorish in this one. Won’t spoil it but—WOOF. Was thrilled to see Callie going all in on them. Now that Callie isn’t the protagonist, I’m really liking her as a character. She’s great at trying to help the living AND the dead.

•I enjoyed Clara’s perspective. How she was frightened and literally coerced into keeping secrets and how she wants what’s best for her children and husband but also wants to do something for HERSELF after years of taking care of her family. I don’t necessarily agree with the parallel made between Clara and one ghost, though. Clara kept her secret first because she was forbidden from coming and then literally blackmailed into keeping quiet if she wanted to stay. I ESPECIALLY don’t like the parallel with Jack and another ghost (trying not to spoil!!). The ghost has every right to be far, FAR angrier and for longer.

•Aubrey is the best character as always! He’s such a sweetheart and I’m thrilled he gets to have a happy ending this go around. He more than deserves it.

This book would be fantastic to read at Christmas time. It definitely brings out the feeling of snuggling up warm while it’s freezing out, of decorating, and of rushing to prepare for the holiday. It’s cosy, and it has a happy ending that soothes and cheers. This series has become such a lovely one to visit.

I had seen that this book was going to come out and wanted to request it; I was delighted to be sent it before I could.

I received a copy of this book via NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.

I'm really enjoying this series. I like that in every instalment we follow a different set of characters and how we're slowly discovering the secrets of Rowan Vale. I liked Clara and I felt I could understand her struggles. I was really annoyed with her husband Jack towards the end but I'm glad that was resolved quickly. As for our ghostly character Aubrey I thought he was the sweetest and I'm so happy how everything wrapped up for him. Both he and Agnes were deeply hurt when they were alive and they deserved a happy afterlife.
I just love the setting of Rowan Vale and I'm looking forward to future instalments.
Thank you NetGalley and the publisher for the ARC.

This was a cozy a fun book to read. After readng the last book in the series I wasn't expecting a lot of heavy plottwist but just a very lighthearted read and I was correct. Even though there was a plotline which did not resonate with me personally at all, I was still intrigued enough to want to finish the book.

As I was in a reading slump and finished this book in about two days that was a good sign. I did have some problems with certain characters in this book and how easily some people were forgiven for certain things.

If you like a lighthearted read for christmas I can definitely recommend this. As someone who (still) hasn't read part 1 of this series I also can comfortably say that you can read this book as a standalone. I think a lot of the information you might need frrom book 1 is sufficiently explained in the plot, note that there are spoilers for the previous books in this one.

Thank you to netgally, the publisher and the author for an ARC of this book in exchange for an honest review.

I'm loving this series! Clara receives some very unexpected news. Aubrey finds out the reason why Agnes never wants to leave the Harling Hall grounds. Plenty of ups and downs in this one and I couldn't put it down. The characters are all wonderful, both ghost and human, and it's been great finding out a bit more about the ghosts' pasts and how they're linked to the estate. A thoroughly enjoyable read.
Thanks to Netgalley, Boldwood Books, and Sharon Booth for the free ARC. All opinions are my own.

5 stars! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

This was a really cozy and sweet Christmas ghost story. I had picked it up thinking it was a paranormal romance (it’s not!) but was pleasantly surprised by this small town exploration of found family and what’s really important in life. This was a really uplifting read that will be like a warm hug at Christmas time.

What I liked in particular:
- Clara, it was refreshing to have a main character who is a mum trying to hold it all together. As a mum of two toddlers, her stress spoke to me at times.
- Aubrey - he was possibly the sweetest ghost since Caspar. I felt really sorry for him at times and was really glad he got his HEA. I found Agnes harder to like because her actions seemed selfish but I think that might be because I haven’t read the rest of the series so don’t know her as well.
- the setting, I liked the mildly haunted small-town vibe.

I really enjoyed this read and will be checking out the rest of the series. Thank you to NetGalley and Boldwood Books for the opportunity to read this ARC.

this is the third book in a series but can be read as a standalone. Clara wants to start her own business after not working while her three sons were small. there are ghosts at her house, who may not be happy about her going back to work.

Clara wouldn't know that when she visits Jack at Rowan Vale how her life would change. 15 years later she's got 3 boisterous boys and she's perimenopausal. She's hoping to start her own business after being away from work since the boys were born. The 2 residents ghosts at Harling Hall are also having changes to their lives

This was such a feeling good and heartwarming festive read. It was cute and easy to follow and perfect to read over the upcoming festive season. I loved the story and the great mix of characters. I highly recommend it and I look forward to reading more by the author.
💝 Thank you to Netgalley, the author and publisher for my arc ebook copy of the book in exchange for an honest review.

The ghosts of Rowan Vale are back, with another heart-warming tale about love and understanding. This is the third book in the series. You don't need to have read the previous ones to understand what is going on, although there are very small spoilers for them. (Then again, this is a cosy romance series, so its hardly a real spoiler that characters get together and have a happier ever after.)

This time, Jack and Clara, the owners of the miniature village are the focus. I loved that the main female character is someone different - she's 41, she's already married to the love of her life and she's struggling with being a mother and wife. This is not your regular romantic lead, and I adored Clara. Her struggles, her feelings were so real and her fear was a thousand percent understandable. What woman doesn't fear she's being lost in the role of 'mum' at times?

Her secret was a little obvious - not the details, but it was clear that what the overall 'what' would be. I did audibly gasp at one of the twists however, and yet again I was reminded that I didn't like a certain human character. I don't care how he justified his actions, his behaviour was terrible and Clara, as her husband says, is incredibly forgiving.

In my review of the previous book I had listed some of the stories I really hoped we would explore, and one of them was the ghosts of the Hall, so I was so excited when I realised we were finally going to get some of answers about their past. We don't learn it all, but at least we finally know why they don't go out of the grounds. My heart broke for poor Aubrey and I'm so glad he got some closure and some real happiness at long last.

The Christmas setting was fun and in the current heat, I really needed to imagine the lovely coolness, the lights, the hot chocolate. It really is the most wonderful time of the year and the writer has captured the feelings well.

Very entertaining and I look forward to book four, this has become my favourite cosy series.

I had read the first two books in this series, so I was quite ready to read the latest one. This book is centered around Jack and Clara, and the secret she is keeping. One of the things I like about these books is the feel-good aspect, and this delivers it in spades. It’s well-written, enchanting, and so darn cute. I was a little disappointed with the way something worked out (no spoilers), but that is my own personal opinion. If you loved the previous books, you’ll definitely love this latest installment. Recommend. I was provided a complimentary copy which I voluntarily reviewed.

I really enjoyed getting into this cozy mystery fantasy that I was wanting and enjoyed in this type of book. I was invested in what was going on and enjoyed the use the ghosts of Christmas during this paranormal romance. I enjoyed getting into this world and how the characters worked together with the paranormal romance going on. Sharon Booth has that element that I was looking for and was glad it had that element that I was looking for.