Manor House Christmas

URGENTLY WANTED: a nanny for Christmas. Seeking an adventurous nanny to work for the aristocratic Lord family at their country estate. Must love naughty dogs, mischievous children and Christmas chaos. Room and board provided. Penny Windlesham is stunned when her long-term boyfriend suddenly dumps her, leaving her with a broken heart just in time for Christmas. At a loose end, she accepts a job as a short-term nanny to a family she's never met. Climbing aboard a train bound for the Dorset countryside, a tear rolls down her cheek. Alone, working and amongst strangers… could her Christmas be any less magical? As she crunches up the family's frost-covered drive, Penny's spirits lift when she glimpses her home for the next month: an enormous manor house, its windows glowing with firelight and festooned with twinkling holly. And, as she settles into her role caring for the adorable Lord children, she finds herself surrounded by a quirky cast of characters, including loveably frazzled Spanish chef Pilar and the children's grouchy uncle, Lando Lord. Despite Penny's attempts to avoid him, the darkly handsome Lando seems to be everywhere – hanging around like Scrooge amidst the happy present-wrapping and gingerbread baking. Apparently he wasn't always this way… is there some secret reason he's so cranky at Christmas? When Lando is commissioned to carve a beautiful new Nativity scene for the local church, Penny blushingly agrees to be his model, and a sudden spark flickers between them. But it's not long before the past comes knocking, and Penny discovers exactly why Lando left his old life behind… A heartwarming and feel-good holiday story full of Christmas magic! Fans of Beth Moran, Donna Ashcroft and Trisha Ashley will love Christmas with the Lords. What readers are saying about this book "Romantic Christmas perfection! Christmas with the Lords is utterly charming, gentle and funny – the perfect cosy Christmas read." Bestselling author Leonie Mack, 5 stars "This was freaking funny, the family was batsh*t crazy and I'm obsessed. This really was a heartwarming and feel-good holiday story full of Christmas magic!" Reader review, 5 stars "This is just a perfect read. A love story, with very cute children, beautiful food descriptions and a rocky path to find true love… Perfect. Read it." Reader review, 5 stars "What a perfect Christmas read! I've always loved Hallmark-type Christmassy films, but rarely encountered book versions that were as highly enjoyable as this one… it's the laugh-out-loud kind of romance and perfect to set you into the Christmas spirit…. I was hooked!" Reader review, 5 stars "A thoroughly beautiful, heartwarming Christmas story. This book is full of hot chocolates, champagne, festive films and romance thrown in for good measure!... Left me feeling all gooey inside!" Reader review, 5 stars "So utterly Christmassy and cosy, that I'm counting down 'til December now." Reader review, 5 stars "A wonderfully warm and cosy Christmas read... Just what you need to help you get into the Christmas spirit." Reader review, 5 stars

'Pure holiday magic wrapped in a swoon-worthy second-chance romance, with slow-burn chemistry that warms your heart like the perfect cup of cocoa... like the best kind of Hallmark movie!' Reader review, 5 stars When Laura Wilde arrives at the snow-dusted English estate of Lyonscroft for Christmas, she's fleeing her sister's wedding chaos and seeking refuge in her job as a private nurse. But this enchanting manor holds secrets – not least why the devastatingly handsome heir, Nick Prince, seems determined to keep everyone at arm's length... Nick wants nothing more than to escape Christmas and sell the family estate, but Laura's arrival changes everything. As she cares for his beloved grandmother, the spirited Princess Marilise, Laura finds herself caught between two worlds: the warmth and wisdom of an extraordinary woman with stories to tell, and the guarded heart of a man with a past he doesn't want to talk about. But when Laura transforms the cold, unwelcoming house into a magical Christmas wonderland, something shifts. Between unexpected dog rescues and stolen moments under the mistletoe, Laura must decide: will she play it safe and stick to her carefully ordered life, or risk everything for a love that could heal them both? A swoon-worthy tale of second chances and Christmas magic that will have you believing in holiday miracles! Perfect for fans of Heidi Swain, Beth Moran and Phillipa Ashley. What readers are saying about Christmas with the Princes: 'I absolutely loved this. A feel-good Christmas read that will leave you with a full heart and a hopeful spirit.' Reader review, 5 stars 'Why did no one warn me this was gonna have me acting feral? The banter is illegal, the tension is painful, and by the end I was smiling so hard my cheeks hurt.' Reader review, 5 stars 'This book is the comfort you need in a book and reaches out to so many aspects of life. Top tier-everyone needs to read this. You immediately want to scoop Laura up and make her feel ok again, and this warming feel good book delivers that with just the right touch of deeper moments throughout.' Reader review, 5 stars 'What an absolutely delightful book-I found myself in tears at the poignancy and didn't want it to end. Bravo Hannah Langdon!' Reader review, 5 stars 'An absolute delight full of Christmassy joy. The main love story is a perfect slow burn, and if you're looking for a joyful, warming seasonal romance, this one is well worth a try.' Reader review, 5 stars 'An absolute must-read for a holiday romance that's equal parts sweet, emotional, and full of festive magic. Langdon's skillful blend of humor, emotional depth, and holiday cheer is ideal for fans of second-chance romances.' Reader review, 5 stars 'It was so sweet and cosy and Christmassy. The wonderful characters, heartfelt moments, and beautiful romance make this one special.' Reader review, 5 stars 'Hannah, this book had me going through so many emotions, and I LOVED IT! This book deserves to get out there and be adopted by Hallmark.' Reader review, 5 stars 'This story gave me so many emotions. The winter atmosphere felt cozy and warm, and it gave me the exact feeling I wanted from a Christmas romance.' Reader review, 5 stars

When event planner Fallon Honeywood collapses from overwork after a particularly punishing Christmas party, she reluctantly agrees to spend the holidays with her soap opera-star mother at Blakeney Hall, a grand English manor on the frosty Yorkshire moors. But what starts as an awkward family reunion soon becomes an unexpected adventure… Fallon finds herself drawn into the charming world of the aristocratic owners of the estate – handsome widower Alexander Knight and his sensitive son Theo. As her eyes and Alexander's meet across plans to launch his new artisanal gin business at the local Christmas Fayre, Fallon wonders if her chaotic city life might have been masking a deep loneliness she's hidden all along… With the help of eccentric aunt Constance Knight, a rescue donkey named Heathcliff and her adorably scruffy little dog Runcible, Fallon slowly begins to heal. But as Christmas draws near – pine needles and spicy cloves scenting the air and mistletoe festooning the doorways – Fallon faces a terrifying decision. Could this be the year she finally opens her heart? And will she choose to return to her old life in London, or find an unexpected home among the snowflake-dusted Yorkshire moors, where Christmas wishes just might come true? A deliciously festive tale of family, romance and Christmas magic, perfect for fans of Heidi Swain and Trisha Ashley. Curl up with a mug of cocoa and lose yourself in this holiday delight! Hannah Langdon's books are the perfect Christmas treat! "Romantic Christmas perfection!... utterly charming, gentle and funny – the perfect cosy Christmas read." Bestselling author Leonie Mack, 5 stars "This was freaking funny, the family was batsh*t crazy and I'm obsessed. This really was a heartwarming and feel-good holiday story full of Christmas magic!" Reader review, 5 stars "This is just a perfect read. A love story, with very cute children, beautiful food descriptions and a rocky path to find true love… Perfect. Read it." Reader review, 5 stars "What a perfect Christmas read! I've always loved Hallmark-type Christmassy films, but rarely encountered book versions that were as highly enjoyable as this one… it's the laugh-out-loud kind of romance and perfect to set you into the Christmas spirit…. I was hooked!" Reader review, 5 stars "A thoroughly beautiful, heartwarming Christmas story. This book is full of hot chocolates, champagne, festive films and romance thrown in for good measure!... Left me feeling all gooey inside!" Reader review, 5 stars "So utterly Christmassy and cosy, that I'm counting down 'til December now." Reader review, 5 stars "A wonderfully warm and cosy Christmas read... Just what you need to help you get into the Christmas spirit." Reader review, 5 stars "This is a warm, lively and very fun read… The setting is brilliant, the family are both mad and wonderful and this is everything you want in an uplifting read." Reader review, 5 stars "This was such a wonderful and enjoyable read!!!! I loved this book." Reader review, 5 stars "Such a cute holiday romance story… highly recommend." Reader review, 5 stars