This review was originally posted on Star Crossed Reviews I received this book for free from Netgalley in exchange for an honest review. This does not affect my opinion of the book or the content of my review. Thank you to Rachel for letting me take part in this tour and to Hodder and Stoughton for my copy of this book via Netgalley. I really enjoyed the first book in this series so I was excited to return to Ferry Lane Market for the festive season. While this is the second book in the series you can read both books as standalone but you will get the most enjoyment if you read both. 

Star is the main character in this book. She was featured in the first book but she was a secondary character in that one. Star has been through so much in her life. This has made her such a strong person but also someone who holds everything in and only relies on herself. Star had the weight of the world on her shoulders. It was nice to see her relax and be a bit carefree in this book. Star is the sort of person you always want as a friend as she puts others first and will be there for you when you need her the most.

I really enjoyed returning to Hartsmouth and seeing how all the characters are getting on. I love this little town and all its inhabitants. I loved dropping in on Kerry and seeing how she’s been doing since the last book. I also liked the story with Darren. I thought this was quite a touching story.

If you are looking for a romance with a sprinkling of festiveness then this is the one for you