When eighteen-year-old April heads to the foothills of Mont Blanc in the Alps to spend her first Christmas at her father’s chalet, she’s hoping for a change. Ever since a heart operation two years ago, she’s lived as carefully as possible. But she knows there's a world out there that she’s missing and she's determined to experience it all. When April’s ski instructor turns out to be her best friend’s older brother, Augustin. He's no longer annoying: he's daring and caring and . . . HOT. As he encourages her to take risks, April starts to feel her heart really heal - but is it ready for a Christmas miracle?
I really loved the advent-style format of this book: reading one chapter a day in the lead-up to Christmas was such a cosy, festive experience and definitely the highlight for me. It made the story feel like a little daily treat and worked perfectly for the season. That said, while the concept was charming, the overall story itself felt quite basic and predictable. The characters and plot followed a familiar path, and I never felt particularly surprised or emotionally challenged by where things went. It was sweet and easy to read, but lacked a bit of depth to really stand out. A pleasant, festive read that shines in its structure more than its storytelling. It's ideal if you're after something light and Christmassy, but not one that left a lasting impression for me. For me, a festively fine 3 stars.
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