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Festive Christmas #3
Sleigh Bells & Snowflakes
Alexa Brussels has spent the past ten years building a name for herself in one of the biggest tech companies in the world. Having worked hard, through Christmas, birthdays, and everything in between, the new merger is exactly what Alexa needs to finally get that promotion.
But when a snowstorm derails her from flying to the city to take care of her sister’s belongings, nothing goes according to plan. Alexa is now stuck in the Belleyare ski resort in the Catskills, with no way back, and a blackmailer breathing down her neck threatening to undermine everything she’s worked hard to accomplish.
Josh Fletcher spends most of his time working and trying to re-connect with his daughter. Since the death of his late wife a couple of years back, he and Molly have not been able to see eye to eye on things, especially in the events leading up to his wife’s demise.
All he wants is to feel close to his daughter again.
With their paths crossing frequently and life tugging them in opposite directions, neither Alexa nor Josh knows what to do with their newfound connection. As they fight their feelings for each other and struggle to deny the truth, the only thing on either of their minds is why.
Why would fate bring them back together again after all this time?
And will Alexa end up needing Josh and Molly as much as they need her?
This is book three of the Christmas series, a warm, cozy, and festive drama full of adventure, hope, heart and brimming with the spirit and magic of the holidays, and what it means to find second chances and recapture the glory, magic, and innocence of Christmas. It unfolds in the picturesque and serene town of Catskills.
210 pages, Kindle Edition
Published December 5, 2023
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About the author
Kimberly Thomas
43 books226 followersKimberly Thomas has a passion for writing heartfelt stories that resonate with her readers. With two adult children and a loving husband, she understands the complexities of family dynamics and uses this knowledge to create relatable characters. When she's not writing, she loves to travel and explore new cultures. She finds inspiration in the people she meets and the places she visits, and often incorporates her experiences into her stories.
Kimberly specializes in feel-good women's fiction, clean and wholesome contemporary romance. Her stories focus on love, loss, and the everyday situations that families face. Her writing style is engaging and relatable, and she has a talent for drawing readers in and keeping them hooked until the very end.
Kimberly specializes in feel-good women's fiction, clean and wholesome contemporary romance. Her stories focus on love, loss, and the everyday situations that families face. Her writing style is engaging and relatable, and she has a talent for drawing readers in and keeping them hooked until the very end.
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March 8, 2025
There’s nothing like a blizzard to force you into confronting your past, and Sleigh Bells & Snowflakes wastes no time stranding Alexa Brussels at the last place she wants to be—a quaint, snow-covered ski resort run by the ex she left behind ten years ago. Alexa, a high-powered tech executive who does not have time for nostalgia, just wants to catch her flight and nail her upcoming promotion. The universe, however, has other plans, and by “other plans,” I mean dumping a foot of snow on her escape route and throwing her directly into the path of Josh Fletcher—the ex she never quite forgot.
Josh, meanwhile, is now a widower, running the resort while trying (and failing) to connect with his teenage daughter, Molly. He’s got zero interest in Alexa waltzing back into his life, but surprise! She’s snowed in, there’s nowhere to run, and the Christmas vibes are relentless. (Seriously, between the roaring fireplaces and festive decorations, even the most Grinch-like heart would crack.) Cue the forced proximity, old wounds cracking open, and some very inconvenient lingering chemistry. (Oops.)
This book delivers all the best second-chance romance tropes, wrapping them up in a warm, snow-dusted, feel-good package. Alexa and Josh’s banter is just the right mix of “I hate you” and “why do I still want to kiss you?” Molly’s teen angst is believable without being over the top, and the small-town charm of the ski lodge makes you want to book a holiday vacation immediately. While the plot is predictable in the way all the best Christmas romances are, it leans all the way into the cozy, Hallmark-y goodness without feeling stale. Sleigh Bells & Snowflakes delivers festive second-chance romance at its best—so settle in with a blanket, a cup of cocoa, and prepare to swoon.
Josh, meanwhile, is now a widower, running the resort while trying (and failing) to connect with his teenage daughter, Molly. He’s got zero interest in Alexa waltzing back into his life, but surprise! She’s snowed in, there’s nowhere to run, and the Christmas vibes are relentless. (Seriously, between the roaring fireplaces and festive decorations, even the most Grinch-like heart would crack.) Cue the forced proximity, old wounds cracking open, and some very inconvenient lingering chemistry. (Oops.)
This book delivers all the best second-chance romance tropes, wrapping them up in a warm, snow-dusted, feel-good package. Alexa and Josh’s banter is just the right mix of “I hate you” and “why do I still want to kiss you?” Molly’s teen angst is believable without being over the top, and the small-town charm of the ski lodge makes you want to book a holiday vacation immediately. While the plot is predictable in the way all the best Christmas romances are, it leans all the way into the cozy, Hallmark-y goodness without feeling stale. Sleigh Bells & Snowflakes delivers festive second-chance romance at its best—so settle in with a blanket, a cup of cocoa, and prepare to swoon.
December 19, 2023
- Snowed in
- Second chance
- Set in an inn
I just love Christmas romances set in resorts or inns. There is something so magical about it.
In this story, we have Alexa, who works long hours trying to prove herself to her boss. While on a quick trip to her late sister's to pack up her house, a winter storm rolls in and all the airports close. She is befriended by an older couple who have offered to drive her to the resort where they have a room.
Inn manaager Josh is trying to cope with the loss of his wife, while also trying to reconnect with his teenage daughter. Although Josh doesn't enjoy celebrating Christmas, he likes to make it a memorable event for his guests.
Alexa is shocked to see Josh as they dated while in college. She hasn't recovered from the split and doesn't want to stay at the inn, but the weather conditions are too bad for her to leave.
There is nothing more sweet than a reconnection for the holidays.
I received a free copy of this book via Cherrylily ARCs and am voluntarily leaving a review.
- Second chance
- Set in an inn
I just love Christmas romances set in resorts or inns. There is something so magical about it.
In this story, we have Alexa, who works long hours trying to prove herself to her boss. While on a quick trip to her late sister's to pack up her house, a winter storm rolls in and all the airports close. She is befriended by an older couple who have offered to drive her to the resort where they have a room.
Inn manaager Josh is trying to cope with the loss of his wife, while also trying to reconnect with his teenage daughter. Although Josh doesn't enjoy celebrating Christmas, he likes to make it a memorable event for his guests.
Alexa is shocked to see Josh as they dated while in college. She hasn't recovered from the split and doesn't want to stay at the inn, but the weather conditions are too bad for her to leave.
There is nothing more sweet than a reconnection for the holidays.
I received a free copy of this book via Cherrylily ARCs and am voluntarily leaving a review.
December 6, 2023
With the holidays upon us, this is the 3rd book in a holiday series from Kimberly Thomas.
Alexa works hard and is on the verge of a merger that would elevate her career. However a colleague wants to destroy the deal for her. In addition, she has been receiving threatening emails.
Due to a death in the family, she needs to return to settle the estate. However, a snowstorm has her sidelined at a local resort. Managed by an ex boyfriend.
Josh hasn't had it easy the past few years and is struggling with his teen daughter.
Alexa and Josh begin spending time together. Alexa friends Josh's daughter and relationships start to mend and grow.
Beautiful story of healing, forgiveness, friendship and love.
Thank you to the author for an ARC.
Alexa works hard and is on the verge of a merger that would elevate her career. However a colleague wants to destroy the deal for her. In addition, she has been receiving threatening emails.
Due to a death in the family, she needs to return to settle the estate. However, a snowstorm has her sidelined at a local resort. Managed by an ex boyfriend.
Josh hasn't had it easy the past few years and is struggling with his teen daughter.
Alexa and Josh begin spending time together. Alexa friends Josh's daughter and relationships start to mend and grow.
Beautiful story of healing, forgiveness, friendship and love.
Thank you to the author for an ARC.
January 9, 2024
Alexa and Josh were college sweethearts. After Josh got back from a year abroad, he met and fell in love with Molly and they were married and had a daughter. Tragically Molly died and left Josh to deal with a very unhappy teen age daughter. Alexa went to work for a tech company and after 10 years of giving all of her time and energy to the company she is on the verge of a major promotion if she can negotiate a merger. Alexa is back in town to take care of her sister's estate and when she tries to fly back, the snow has grounded all the airlines. She ends up at a ski resort that is managed by her old boyfriend Josh. There are still sparks between the two of them but will Alexa's job and Josh's desire to connect with his daughter keep them apart? or will true love and the Christmas season win out over all of the complications??
December 11, 2023
Alexa has spent the last ten years building her reputation and the merger that she has set up should earn her a promotion. Now she has to go and close up her stepsister's estate. However, the weather doesn't cooperate and she ends up at a ski resort in the Catskills, stranded by the storm.
The resort is run by her college boyfriend, Josh, who is still mourning his dead wife and having problems connecting with his teenage daughter.
This is a lovely feel good second chance story with a few unexpected twists to the story.
I received a free copy of this book via Cherrylily ARCs and am voluntarily leaving a review.
The resort is run by her college boyfriend, Josh, who is still mourning his dead wife and having problems connecting with his teenage daughter.
This is a lovely feel good second chance story with a few unexpected twists to the story.
I received a free copy of this book via Cherrylily ARCs and am voluntarily leaving a review.
December 23, 2023
Alexia and Josh's story is a sweet second chance romance that wraps around you like a warm blanket.
College sweetheart who loved each other deeply, but also was willing to give each other what they needed, even if an opportunity would pull them apart. Josh left when he became an exchange student, upon returning he fell in love and got married.
Years later fate brings Josh and Alexia back together. Josh is now a widower with a teenage daughter. Their connection is there, and Alexia finds a connection with his daughter.
Good story from the start.
I received a free copy of this book via Cherrylily ARCs and am voluntarily leaving a review.
College sweetheart who loved each other deeply, but also was willing to give each other what they needed, even if an opportunity would pull them apart. Josh left when he became an exchange student, upon returning he fell in love and got married.
Years later fate brings Josh and Alexia back together. Josh is now a widower with a teenage daughter. Their connection is there, and Alexia finds a connection with his daughter.
Good story from the start.
I received a free copy of this book via Cherrylily ARCs and am voluntarily leaving a review.
December 3, 2023
As the holiday season is approaching us very quickly this book has everything you need to put you in the Holiday Spirit. This is book 3 of A Festive Christmas Series and it can be read as a standalone. I have been hooked on all of these books that reminds you of the perfect holiday town that you see in either a fun Christmas movie or on the cover of a Christmas card. So, if you are in the mood for a really clean small town romance book Kimberly has you covered.
I received a free copy of this book via Cherrylily ARCs and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I received a free copy of this book via Cherrylily ARCs and am voluntarily leaving a review.
December 12, 2023
Loved this book. Alexa was on her way to settle her stepsister affairs when a snow storm strikes landing her at a ski resort where she runs into her ex Josh, Josh is the Manger of the ski resort with his daughter and their both hurting after losing his wife/mother but they are trying to figure out how to move on. Will Alexa be able to help them heal? Will Josh and Alexa have a relationship in the end?.
I received a free copy of this book via Cherrylily ARCs and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I received a free copy of this book via Cherrylily ARCs and am voluntarily leaving a review.
December 10, 2023
Sleigh Bells & Snowflakes is book 3 in A Festive Christmas series by Kimberly Thomas. 4.5 stars
Alexa and Josh were sweethearts, broke up and moved on. Now years later they reconnect when Alexa stays at his ski lodge during a snowstorm.
Healing, forgiveness, repairing family, friendship, rekindling romance and more…
I voluntarily read an advanced reader copy (ARC) of this book from the author. All thoughts and opinions are my own.
Alexa and Josh were sweethearts, broke up and moved on. Now years later they reconnect when Alexa stays at his ski lodge during a snowstorm.
Healing, forgiveness, repairing family, friendship, rekindling romance and more…
I voluntarily read an advanced reader copy (ARC) of this book from the author. All thoughts and opinions are my own.
December 19, 2023
Too many cinnamon smells
Author Thomas crafts a b+ story with d minus editing. She even forgets her characters names sometimes and almost every scene smells like cinnamon! Her tenses are frequently wrong and actions are stilted. There is so much author intrusion it interupts the story as if she is adding words just to increase the word count. Good story premise, terrible editing.
Author Thomas crafts a b+ story with d minus editing. She even forgets her characters names sometimes and almost every scene smells like cinnamon! Her tenses are frequently wrong and actions are stilted. There is so much author intrusion it interupts the story as if she is adding words just to increase the word count. Good story premise, terrible editing.
December 28, 2023
Being snowed in during a blizzard allows Alexa
To reconnect with college boyfriend Josh. Through in a work place betrayed and corporate back stabbing has Alexa scrambling to close a business deal. Josh is still recovering from the death of his wife and his daughter Molly feels betrayed after Josh allowed life support to be disconnected. Will the Christmas spirit allow healing and recovery?
Thank you to the author for this ARC. This review is my honest opinion.
To reconnect with college boyfriend Josh. Through in a work place betrayed and corporate back stabbing has Alexa scrambling to close a business deal. Josh is still recovering from the death of his wife and his daughter Molly feels betrayed after Josh allowed life support to be disconnected. Will the Christmas spirit allow healing and recovery?
Thank you to the author for this ARC. This review is my honest opinion.
November 23, 2023
Alexa is a workaholic who gets stuck in the Catskills. Josh is a grieving widow with a teenage daughter. They are former college beaus who come together during the holidays against all odds. Really liked this story - was sweet and had some drama all with the backdrop of starting anew. Such a good read!
December 12, 2023
Arc review I received a free copy of this book via Cherrylily ARCs and am voluntarily leaving a review. Alexa finds herself stuck at the bellarya mountain ski resort at the calisville,Where the manager josh is from her past.. What a really cute story with three liveS finding what they needed for Christmas.
February 22, 2025
Heart warming story of love,redemption and healing.
Great story of healing after death and lost love. The character s are very relatable, you can see yourself in almost all of them,if you ever lost love,felt the sting of death and found hope and joy in new beginnings.
Definitely enjoyed getting bro know the character s.
Great story of healing after death and lost love. The character s are very relatable, you can see yourself in almost all of them,if you ever lost love,felt the sting of death and found hope and joy in new beginnings.
Definitely enjoyed getting bro know the character s.
December 5, 2023
This was a nice cozy little Christmas book. I loved the sound of the ski lodge and all the festivities going on. It made me wish I as there. It’s another good book in this series. Thanks to the author for the early copy
December 7, 2023
Alexa is up for a promotion if a merger goes through that she has been working on. The death of her stepsister. A blizzard. Snowed in. A beautiful resort. An old boyfriend. His grieving daughter. Blackmail. Promotion. An old couple. Estranged daughter. And Christmas.
January 5, 2024
Was a great read from beginning to end and so hard to put down. This is a heartwarming, action packed and emotional holiday journey filled with engaging charters, witty dialog, heart racing twists and exciting passion.
January 21, 2024
An encouraging ... Don't say never!
The encouragement, the finding time to laugh and share was wonderful. Nothing can beat ... Reuniting with the one (s) we love and that forgiveness is a hug away.
The encouragement, the finding time to laugh and share was wonderful. Nothing can beat ... Reuniting with the one (s) we love and that forgiveness is a hug away.
April 11, 2024
Sleigh Bells &Snowflakes
This book was hard to put down with all of the sad family events but all three families found a way to work their way through it. Alexa running into her old boyfriend really made it interesting. I look forward to the next book in the series.
This book was hard to put down with all of the sad family events but all three families found a way to work their way through it. Alexa running into her old boyfriend really made it interesting. I look forward to the next book in the series.
December 23, 2024
Liked the story line very much. The book felt very disjointed. Grammar issues that I had to reread. Very disappointing. I’m kept thinking this book translated from another language or AI? Disappointed.
October 23, 2025
Good holiday story
It was a good holiday story. Lots of sad memories in the story. So it's not a story if you don't like sad memories. The ending was sweet. A teenager had help in making peace with losing her mom and finding her dad again.
It was a good holiday story. Lots of sad memories in the story. So it's not a story if you don't like sad memories. The ending was sweet. A teenager had help in making peace with losing her mom and finding her dad again.
November 24, 2023
Nice holiday story of second chances. Sweet characters and lots of holiday celebrations.
November 26, 2023
This was a cute story that could be a Hallmark movie. Great characters and holiday feelings.
December 2, 2023
This was a nice and comfy story for Christmas time. The story was a little drawn out but it still was a cozy read.
December 11, 2023
This was a small town romance with interesting characters. Liked all the twists and turns that kept me turning the pages. Enjoyed this book. Received a free copy.
December 14, 2023
Great story!
I enjoyed this book a lot, good storyline and ended well! I don't know if I missed it but couldn't help wonder what caused the death of her step sister.
I enjoyed this book a lot, good storyline and ended well! I don't know if I missed it but couldn't help wonder what caused the death of her step sister.
December 27, 2023
Beautiful
Wonderful written story. Author did a wonderful job writing this holiday story. I will be recommended this book to my friends and family.
Wonderful written story. Author did a wonderful job writing this holiday story. I will be recommended this book to my friends and family.
January 26, 2024
Wonderful Story
What a fun read!! A good story with a few twists. I love the setting in the mountains. The reconnecting of relationships was heartwarming ❤️
What a fun read!! A good story with a few twists. I love the setting in the mountains. The reconnecting of relationships was heartwarming ❤️
January 27, 2024
Another beautiful addition to an amazing series. I'm enjoying every book so far. This was a beautifully written story with great characters and an enjoyable storyline. Josh and Alexa are wonderful and their story is sweet. I'm glad I got the chance to read this book. Highly recommend reading this and the series. Can't wait to read more from Kimberly Thomas.
I received a free copy of this book via Cherrylily ARCs and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I received a free copy of this book via Cherrylily ARCs and am voluntarily leaving a review.
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