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Christmas with the Princes
A swoon-worthy tale of second chances and Christmas magic that will have you believing in holiday miracles!
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 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 will she play it safe and stick to her carefully ordered life, or risk everything for a love that could heal them both?
Perfect for fans of Heidi Swain, Beth Moran and Phillipa Ashley.
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 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 will she play it safe and stick to her carefully ordered life, or risk everything for a love that could heal them both?
Perfect for fans of Heidi Swain, Beth Moran and Phillipa Ashley.
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Published October 23, 2025
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October 15, 2025
I did like some aspects of the story and some of the characters, but I didn't really connect to either, not in a way I was hoping I would. The cozy and festive atmosphere was a winner though, it gave me all the feels.
Laura is a private nurse, who's hoping to escape the craziness around her sister wedding, so she accepts a job at Lyonscroft. She's there to care for Princess Marilise, an extraordinary women, and it's where she meets Nick, the owner of the estate and Marilise's grandson. Nick is keen on keeping everyone at arms length, but Laura is making him question everything. The whole family, lead by Laura, is slowly transforming the estate and bringing Christmas into it, and Laura and Nick are getting closer than ever. Are they willing to fully put their hearts on the line, though?
Laura lost her husband close to Christmas, and seeing her struggle with her grief, being so stuck and trying to bury herself in work, made me sad. I didn't like how she would make assumptions though, it made me dislike her a little. I wish her family was more supportive of her, I only liked her dad honestly.
Nick was fighting with issues left by his fathers disregard, and it was a little heartbreaking how he didn't let anyone in, because in his mind everyone leaves eventually.. He was so grumpy at the beginning and I loved seeing him open up and embrace Christmas with Laura. Some of his moments were less than stellar though..
While I was very happy they found each other and how they healed together, I didn't, at any moment, feel their chemistry.. Some moments, like them buying decorations, the carriage ride and the kitchen moments, were cute, but the connection was lacking for me. It developed too fast, I wanted it to be more slowburn, to see it more developed, it would've made a huge difference. I wish it was longer.
I absolutely loved Marilise, she was my favourite character, that third star is for her and her only!! She was an incredible woman, with a well lived life. I loved how she accepted Laura and the way she carried herself. She brought a strong sense of nostalgia into the story and I enjoyed that very much.
The rest of the family was great, I especially adored Sofia, she was so sweet. I didn't have a chance to really connect with them, but I still liked them. I wish we got more of them, we needed more insight.
And of course, Steve, he was hilarious and such a cutie.
The pace was slow, maybe too slow at times, but I did loved the setting. The estate was beautiful and I enjoyed the advent calendar and the decorations and all the cozy vibes. It was my favourite part!!
But, like I said, I didn't really connect to the story or to most of the characters.. I don't know if it was the writing, or if it should've been longer or I simply didn't care, but besides a few moments, I felt nothing.. I love Christmas stories so much, so maybe I was expecting more than I got, but that's on me. You'll probably enjoy it more than I did!
*Thank you to Netgalley and to Storm Publishing for providing me with an ARC.*
Laura is a private nurse, who's hoping to escape the craziness around her sister wedding, so she accepts a job at Lyonscroft. She's there to care for Princess Marilise, an extraordinary women, and it's where she meets Nick, the owner of the estate and Marilise's grandson. Nick is keen on keeping everyone at arms length, but Laura is making him question everything. The whole family, lead by Laura, is slowly transforming the estate and bringing Christmas into it, and Laura and Nick are getting closer than ever. Are they willing to fully put their hearts on the line, though?
Laura lost her husband close to Christmas, and seeing her struggle with her grief, being so stuck and trying to bury herself in work, made me sad. I didn't like how she would make assumptions though, it made me dislike her a little. I wish her family was more supportive of her, I only liked her dad honestly.
Nick was fighting with issues left by his fathers disregard, and it was a little heartbreaking how he didn't let anyone in, because in his mind everyone leaves eventually.. He was so grumpy at the beginning and I loved seeing him open up and embrace Christmas with Laura. Some of his moments were less than stellar though..
While I was very happy they found each other and how they healed together, I didn't, at any moment, feel their chemistry.. Some moments, like them buying decorations, the carriage ride and the kitchen moments, were cute, but the connection was lacking for me. It developed too fast, I wanted it to be more slowburn, to see it more developed, it would've made a huge difference. I wish it was longer.
I absolutely loved Marilise, she was my favourite character, that third star is for her and her only!! She was an incredible woman, with a well lived life. I loved how she accepted Laura and the way she carried herself. She brought a strong sense of nostalgia into the story and I enjoyed that very much.
The rest of the family was great, I especially adored Sofia, she was so sweet. I didn't have a chance to really connect with them, but I still liked them. I wish we got more of them, we needed more insight.
And of course, Steve, he was hilarious and such a cutie.
The pace was slow, maybe too slow at times, but I did loved the setting. The estate was beautiful and I enjoyed the advent calendar and the decorations and all the cozy vibes. It was my favourite part!!
But, like I said, I didn't really connect to the story or to most of the characters.. I don't know if it was the writing, or if it should've been longer or I simply didn't care, but besides a few moments, I felt nothing.. I love Christmas stories so much, so maybe I was expecting more than I got, but that's on me. You'll probably enjoy it more than I did!
*Thank you to Netgalley and to Storm Publishing for providing me with an ARC.*
September 17, 2025
I really can’t explain why- but this took me back to a chilly December night in my childhood home. It hit me hard, and I could probably cry about it.
Just for that alone, I would give this five stars.
Perfect if you like:
- Christmas romance
- Grumpy male love interest
- Healing
- Love after loss
Lots of nice, cozy, wintery themes here!
This feels like a Hallmark movie in book form, and it made me want to sit by a fireplace and drink a hot cup of tea while I read it.
I really felt for Laura.
She was grieving losing her husband around the holidays, while also having to deal with some very self-centered family members that saw her pain as an inconveience.
I know this is a fictional story- but this particular aspect felt so real to me. It really made me feel a stronger connection to her as a character, and I found myself desperately wanting her to prioritize herself and her wellbeing, and being so happy when she did.
This story has a lot of side characters, and I quite liked a lot of them!
I think the family dynamic was really necessary to the plot, and having all of the relatives around made it feel extra cozy and Christmasy.
Also, I loved reading about Laura and Marilise.
It was so endearing to me that she had someone who really wanted the best for her, and put so much time and attention into making sure she was well taken care of.
Sure, it was her job, but there is something special about doing it with so much love and dedication.
Another personal one for me!
This entire book really tugged on my heartstrings!
The romance, the family connections, the personal growth- all of it made this worth the read for me!
Thank you to Netgalley, Storm Publishing and author Hannah Langdon for providing me with the eARC of “Christmas with the Princes”, in exchange for my honest review!
Publication date: October 23rd, 2025
Just for that alone, I would give this five stars.
Perfect if you like:
- Christmas romance
- Grumpy male love interest
- Healing
- Love after loss
Lots of nice, cozy, wintery themes here!
This feels like a Hallmark movie in book form, and it made me want to sit by a fireplace and drink a hot cup of tea while I read it.
I really felt for Laura.
She was grieving losing her husband around the holidays, while also having to deal with some very self-centered family members that saw her pain as an inconveience.
I know this is a fictional story- but this particular aspect felt so real to me. It really made me feel a stronger connection to her as a character, and I found myself desperately wanting her to prioritize herself and her wellbeing, and being so happy when she did.
This story has a lot of side characters, and I quite liked a lot of them!
I think the family dynamic was really necessary to the plot, and having all of the relatives around made it feel extra cozy and Christmasy.
Also, I loved reading about Laura and Marilise.
It was so endearing to me that she had someone who really wanted the best for her, and put so much time and attention into making sure she was well taken care of.
Sure, it was her job, but there is something special about doing it with so much love and dedication.
Another personal one for me!
This entire book really tugged on my heartstrings!
The romance, the family connections, the personal growth- all of it made this worth the read for me!
Thank you to Netgalley, Storm Publishing and author Hannah Langdon for providing me with the eARC of “Christmas with the Princes”, in exchange for my honest review!
Publication date: October 23rd, 2025
December 9, 2025
Thanks to NetGalley and Storm Publishing for access to this title. All opinions expressed are my own.
Laura Wilde is a private nurse who dreads the holidays as they make her recall the untimely death of her husband. Now with her sister as a regular Bridezilla, Laura happily takes a job caring for an aging princess. As she settles in with the family, sparks begin to fly between Laura and her patient's handsome grandson and heir, Nick.
This was a cute Christmas romance where the protagonists fell in love very quickly, and the family starts sharing all kinds of woes the minute Laura walks in the door. Gives it that Hallmark or Lifetime movie feel without being cringey. I enjoyed it as a festive read. Although it is the third title in the series, each book features a different couple, so they can be treated as standalones.
#ChristmaswiththePrinces #NetGalley
Publication Date 23/10/25
Goodreads Read 06/12/25
Laura Wilde is a private nurse who dreads the holidays as they make her recall the untimely death of her husband. Now with her sister as a regular Bridezilla, Laura happily takes a job caring for an aging princess. As she settles in with the family, sparks begin to fly between Laura and her patient's handsome grandson and heir, Nick.
This was a cute Christmas romance where the protagonists fell in love very quickly, and the family starts sharing all kinds of woes the minute Laura walks in the door. Gives it that Hallmark or Lifetime movie feel without being cringey. I enjoyed it as a festive read. Although it is the third title in the series, each book features a different couple, so they can be treated as standalones.
#ChristmaswiththePrinces #NetGalley
Publication Date 23/10/25
Goodreads Read 06/12/25
November 8, 2025
Holiday Romance
❄️ Bookish Thoughts
This was such a cozy holiday romance. It was slower paced and more character focused than a typical holiday romcom, but I actually enjoyed that. It felt nice to slow down with this one.
I was a little apprehensive of Nick at first, but he really came around in the end. I also appreciated how thoughtfully the author handled Laura’s grief. It felt authentic and well written.
A warm and comforting read overall. Solid 4 stars!
🩵 What to Expect
• Cozy manor
• Slow burn
• Holiday romance
• Found family
• Second chances
_ _ _
⭐ Final Score: 4 stars
📅 Pub Date: October 23, 2025
📝 Thank you to Storm Publishing and NetGalley for the advanced copy. All thoughts are my own.
❄️ Bookish Thoughts
This was such a cozy holiday romance. It was slower paced and more character focused than a typical holiday romcom, but I actually enjoyed that. It felt nice to slow down with this one.
I was a little apprehensive of Nick at first, but he really came around in the end. I also appreciated how thoughtfully the author handled Laura’s grief. It felt authentic and well written.
A warm and comforting read overall. Solid 4 stars!
🩵 What to Expect
• Cozy manor
• Slow burn
• Holiday romance
• Found family
• Second chances
_ _ _
⭐ Final Score: 4 stars
📅 Pub Date: October 23, 2025
📝 Thank you to Storm Publishing and NetGalley for the advanced copy. All thoughts are my own.
September 27, 2025
I received a free copy of, Christmas with the Princes, by Hannah Langdon, from the publisher and Netgalley in exchange for an honest review. This is book three in a Manor House Christmas series. Laura Wilde is a nurse an is town to care for a women at a English estate. This was a nice read, I liked Laura she is a great character.
November 12, 2025
Vánoční klasika s anglickým panstvím, starou aristokratkou, grumpy majitelem, který nikdy nezdobí na Vánoce, ale tentokrát udělá výjimku. TW: hlavní ženská postava se vyrovnává se smrtí svého muže, ale není to podané nijak extra smutně, spíš, že nachází novou naději a chuť do života. To vše na pozadí přicházejících svátků, které jsou ovšem opravdu spíš na pozadí - dočkáme se nakupování dekorací a stromečků, balení dárků, ale samotný štědrý večer nebo rozbalování ne. Je tam naťuknutý adventní kalendář se zážitky pro celou rodinu, ale myslím, že odhalí tak maximálně 5 okének, než se z příběhu vytratí?
Zkrátka byly části, které mě zaujaly víc, vánoční atmosféru to má, i když mi přijde, že nejde se orientovat v čase, dozvíme se akorát, že začnou někdy v listopadu, a určitě, kdyby do toho člověk víc šťoural, najde i nějaké plot holes. Za mě tak 3,5 - nenáročné čtení zasazené do rámce, který ráda čtu.
Zkrátka byly části, které mě zaujaly víc, vánoční atmosféru to má, i když mi přijde, že nejde se orientovat v čase, dozvíme se akorát, že začnou někdy v listopadu, a určitě, kdyby do toho člověk víc šťoural, najde i nějaké plot holes. Za mě tak 3,5 - nenáročné čtení zasazené do rámce, který ráda čtu.
October 1, 2025
pre-read
Storm Publishing was kind enough to give me an arc of this book. I’ve never heard of the author or this book (i realised now it’s part of a series but it seems to be a standalone). I’m excited to celebrate the Christmas season early with this book.
post-read
It pains me to write this review as it is my first ever arc but I really could not get into this book. Maybe it was that I wasn't in the mood for it or maybe the writing just didn't hit. Either way, I decided to DNF this book.
Storm Publishing was kind enough to give me an arc of this book. I’ve never heard of the author or this book (i realised now it’s part of a series but it seems to be a standalone). I’m excited to celebrate the Christmas season early with this book.
post-read
It pains me to write this review as it is my first ever arc but I really could not get into this book. Maybe it was that I wasn't in the mood for it or maybe the writing just didn't hit. Either way, I decided to DNF this book.
October 23, 2025
A lovely Christmas read with a poignant story, all the more so knowing that Hannah Langdon has passed away. She poured her heart into her books, and the result is a warm and touching book, with engaging characters and an evocative setting. Christmas With the Princes is perfect for those who want a festive tale with all the feels and a positive message.
October 23, 2025
A sweet Christmas tale with a bit of grumpy/sunshine in the mix, as well as a bit of European royalty and a fantastically friendly, yet naughty dog!
Laura is a widowed nurse, and she takes a job over Christmas to work with the Prince Family, specifically with the matriarch, Marilise.
While there, she not only rediscovers her own love of the festive season, but helps the rest of the family realise theirs, too.
This was an easy-to-read Festive romance, which does exactly what it says on the box.
Many thanks to NetGalley and Storm Books for an ARC.
Laura is a widowed nurse, and she takes a job over Christmas to work with the Prince Family, specifically with the matriarch, Marilise.
While there, she not only rediscovers her own love of the festive season, but helps the rest of the family realise theirs, too.
This was an easy-to-read Festive romance, which does exactly what it says on the box.
Many thanks to NetGalley and Storm Books for an ARC.
October 19, 2025
ARC Review.
Christmas with the Princes is a cozy little Christmas romance that is takes us in a journey of grief, healing, and trust.
Lauren is still reeling from the death of her husband three years ago. She’s trying to be a good daughter and a good sister; but she’s doing so at her own expense.
Nick has daddy issues that he will not let go of. He wears the pain and neglect of his father as armor to keep people away.
Lauren and Nick meet and have a little push pull romance. Little dig here, a giggle here, and some mistletoe spark a flame between our two main characters.
Lauren and Nick develop a relationship that is heartfelt and vulnerable. While this was a closed door romance, the story moved well and had a perfect HEA.
This is a great book for you if you like the following:
📚: Widows new love
📚: Closed door romance
📚: Hallmarkesqe town & characters
📚: Second Chance love
Thank you to Hannah Langdon and Storm Publishing
Christmas with the Princes is a cozy little Christmas romance that is takes us in a journey of grief, healing, and trust.
Lauren is still reeling from the death of her husband three years ago. She’s trying to be a good daughter and a good sister; but she’s doing so at her own expense.
Nick has daddy issues that he will not let go of. He wears the pain and neglect of his father as armor to keep people away.
Lauren and Nick meet and have a little push pull romance. Little dig here, a giggle here, and some mistletoe spark a flame between our two main characters.
Lauren and Nick develop a relationship that is heartfelt and vulnerable. While this was a closed door romance, the story moved well and had a perfect HEA.
This is a great book for you if you like the following:
📚: Widows new love
📚: Closed door romance
📚: Hallmarkesqe town & characters
📚: Second Chance love
Thank you to Hannah Langdon and Storm Publishing
October 7, 2025
This book might be a good fit if you’re looking for a book that is all atmosphere & no substance. For me it fell entirely flat, the plot was molasses slow & the characters were so hard to get emotionally attached to. The hallmark Christmas genre is already over saturated & there are just so many less cliche opinions.
Big thanks to Netgalley & the publisher for allowing me to enjoy this ARC.
Big thanks to Netgalley & the publisher for allowing me to enjoy this ARC.
January 7, 2026
Ce livre était une excellente surprise. J'ai beaucoup aimé l'écriture qui était très agréable à lire.
J'ai trouvé l'ambiance très cosy et j'ai beaucoup aimé découvrir tous les membres de la famille, en particulier Nick. La romance était elle aussi très bien faite et très crédible.
Une excellente lecture !
Je remercie netgalley pour m'en avoir fourni l'arc.
J'ai trouvé l'ambiance très cosy et j'ai beaucoup aimé découvrir tous les membres de la famille, en particulier Nick. La romance était elle aussi très bien faite et très crédible.
Une excellente lecture !
Je remercie netgalley pour m'en avoir fourni l'arc.
September 28, 2025
Rating: 3.5⭐️
𝜗𝜚⋆₊˚ Genres, Tropes & Themes 𐙚⋆.˚
★ Holiday Romance
★ Enemies to lovers
★ Boss/Employee
★ Clean Romance
★ Second Chances
★ Royals
★ Widow
★ Guarded MMC
࣪ ִֶָ☾. ✨Summary❣️ .𖥔 ݁ ˖
Laura Wilde spends Christmas taking care of Marilise at the English estate of Lyonscroft, escaping her sister’s wedding.
Nick Prince wants to escape Christmas and sell his family’s estate, but his grandmother’s nurse changes everything.
. ݁₊ ⊹ . ݁݁ . ⊹💝 My thoughts 🧸ྀི☁️⊹ . ݁ . ⊹ ₊ ݁.
This was more than a Christmas book! It was a heartwarming but also deep story about grief and moving on.
The Christmas vibes were there. There was decorating, baking, Christmas music, holiday shopping, etc. It’s a perfect read for the up-coming holiday season if you want a deep and emotional read.
Grief and mourning is a HUGE part of the book.
SPICE LEVEL: No spice🌶️
⤷ ⚠️TW⚠️
Grief!!!
💚Thank you NetGalley and Storm Publishing for the ARC copy💚
𝜗𝜚⋆₊˚ Genres, Tropes & Themes 𐙚⋆.˚
★ Holiday Romance
★ Enemies to lovers
★ Boss/Employee
★ Clean Romance
★ Second Chances
★ Royals
★ Widow
★ Guarded MMC
࣪ ִֶָ☾. ✨Summary❣️ .𖥔 ݁ ˖
Laura Wilde spends Christmas taking care of Marilise at the English estate of Lyonscroft, escaping her sister’s wedding.
Nick Prince wants to escape Christmas and sell his family’s estate, but his grandmother’s nurse changes everything.
. ݁₊ ⊹ . ݁݁ . ⊹💝 My thoughts 🧸ྀི☁️⊹ . ݁ . ⊹ ₊ ݁.
This was more than a Christmas book! It was a heartwarming but also deep story about grief and moving on.
The Christmas vibes were there. There was decorating, baking, Christmas music, holiday shopping, etc. It’s a perfect read for the up-coming holiday season if you want a deep and emotional read.
Grief and mourning is a HUGE part of the book.
SPICE LEVEL: No spice🌶️
⤷ ⚠️TW⚠️
Grief!!!
💚Thank you NetGalley and Storm Publishing for the ARC copy💚
October 3, 2025
Thank you NetGalley for a copy Christmas with the Princes. Christmas with the Princes is the third book of A Manor House Christmas series, and so I went into it with an open mind, recognizing that there might be things that I don't understand or that get glossed over early on in the book. However, that was unnecessary on my part--Christmas with the Princes can stand on its own.
The book also meets the expectations I had of it based on the summary. It's a cute and cozy read that's meant to transport the reader into a simple world filled with familiar tropes and characters that one can enjoy. Ideally, in a book like this the romance is at the very least charming--maybe it doesn't make the reader swoon, but you'll root for the characters nonetheless. I found myself uninterested in the romance, but I wouldn't say it's because the romance is bad. In fact, it's because I couldn't stop focusing on Laura and her family drama.
Specifically, I couldn't like Laura; she was too much of a hypocrite. Everything she criticized her family for she did as well. She had a chip on her shoulder about her parents being rich, and made catty comments about her sister marrying a rich guy. Meanwhile, she's falling in love with a rich guy with daddy issues. Plus, she was upset with her family that her sister was having a wedding around the same time her husband died three years prior, because it's too celebratory. Meanwhile, she's celebrating Christmas with another family, and doing a bunch of festive stuff, yet her family is supposed to be in the wrong for ignoring her grief.
This inconsistency would be fine, if halfway through the book I was confident as to whether or not Laura's hypocrisy would ever be addressed. I genuinely couldn't tell, because there would be moments where Nick would call out the fact that Laura was pushing her family away, as well as moments where Laura would acknowledge that her parents meant well, but were prone to putting their foots in their mouths. Even a lot of the dialogue between Laura and her family when read in good faith could come off as well meaning, but because Laura has such has negative view of her family it comes off as insulting.
But then Laura's sister would open her mouth and say something cartoonishly rude, and I'd find myself questioning everything.
Due to this frustration I really had to mull over my rating for this book. I think in general, this is a good book. I think most fans of this type of novel will enjoy it. Unfortunately, Laura's attitude over the majority of the book knocks the rating down to a three for me.
The book also meets the expectations I had of it based on the summary. It's a cute and cozy read that's meant to transport the reader into a simple world filled with familiar tropes and characters that one can enjoy. Ideally, in a book like this the romance is at the very least charming--maybe it doesn't make the reader swoon, but you'll root for the characters nonetheless. I found myself uninterested in the romance, but I wouldn't say it's because the romance is bad. In fact, it's because I couldn't stop focusing on Laura and her family drama.
Specifically, I couldn't like Laura; she was too much of a hypocrite. Everything she criticized her family for she did as well. She had a chip on her shoulder about her parents being rich, and made catty comments about her sister marrying a rich guy. Meanwhile, she's falling in love with a rich guy with daddy issues. Plus, she was upset with her family that her sister was having a wedding around the same time her husband died three years prior, because it's too celebratory. Meanwhile, she's celebrating Christmas with another family, and doing a bunch of festive stuff, yet her family is supposed to be in the wrong for ignoring her grief.
This inconsistency would be fine, if halfway through the book I was confident as to whether or not Laura's hypocrisy would ever be addressed. I genuinely couldn't tell, because there would be moments where Nick would call out the fact that Laura was pushing her family away, as well as moments where Laura would acknowledge that her parents meant well, but were prone to putting their foots in their mouths. Even a lot of the dialogue between Laura and her family when read in good faith could come off as well meaning, but because Laura has such has negative view of her family it comes off as insulting.
But then Laura's sister would open her mouth and say something cartoonishly rude, and I'd find myself questioning everything.
Due to this frustration I really had to mull over my rating for this book. I think in general, this is a good book. I think most fans of this type of novel will enjoy it. Unfortunately, Laura's attitude over the majority of the book knocks the rating down to a three for me.
October 15, 2025
If you are someone who likes a Hallmark movie romance, with a touch of Christmas magic, and a little bit of family drama, Christmas with the Princes may just be the book for you. This book is a Hallmark movie in book format in all the best ways. I could actually see this being made into a movie with it's heartwarming storylines about love and finding yourself.
In the story, we meet Laura, after she has been hired to be an in home nurse for the matriarch of the Prince family, Marilise. What we find is a family who has suffered some trauma and aren't the best versions of themselves. And Laura herself is running from grief. But together they all find the Christmas spirit and a way to heal from all the past hurts. Not only do our characters do this, several of the characters manage to find love. Laura and Nick who seem to automatically get off on the wrong foot. Laura who isn't looking for love and Nick who doesn't trust in love. Astrid who has been heartbroken over and over again, gets a second chance with a former love. Not only does the story contain all of this and more, we have the fun side plot of watching Laura navigate her own complicated family dynamics and finding a way to be happy in the family that may not always seen her or meet her needs.
This story was a lot of fun to read. I loved how the author managed to infuse the Christmas spirit in a way that didn't take over the story but also felt organic. It felt as though what happened could happen in real life. And it lent itself to a credibility that kept me engaged in the story. I felt that our character arcs were able to be well developed in the short period of time and that the development could be found again if we were to meet the characters one more time.
My only complaint in this story is that the romance a bit rushed. I felt as if we may be rushing to get to the finish line instead of letting the story simply flow. This is a case where I think an additional 50-75 pages could have helped the story develop the love story a bit more. I also felt that the end came way too soon. When I got to the epilogue, I had to make sure I hadn't manage to skip over pages or missed a part of the story.
Overall, I had a good time with the story and if you prefer a closed door romance, that is exactly what you will get this story.
Thank you NetGalley and Storm publishing for the digital ARC of this book. All thoughts and opinions are my own.
In the story, we meet Laura, after she has been hired to be an in home nurse for the matriarch of the Prince family, Marilise. What we find is a family who has suffered some trauma and aren't the best versions of themselves. And Laura herself is running from grief. But together they all find the Christmas spirit and a way to heal from all the past hurts. Not only do our characters do this, several of the characters manage to find love. Laura and Nick who seem to automatically get off on the wrong foot. Laura who isn't looking for love and Nick who doesn't trust in love. Astrid who has been heartbroken over and over again, gets a second chance with a former love. Not only does the story contain all of this and more, we have the fun side plot of watching Laura navigate her own complicated family dynamics and finding a way to be happy in the family that may not always seen her or meet her needs.
This story was a lot of fun to read. I loved how the author managed to infuse the Christmas spirit in a way that didn't take over the story but also felt organic. It felt as though what happened could happen in real life. And it lent itself to a credibility that kept me engaged in the story. I felt that our character arcs were able to be well developed in the short period of time and that the development could be found again if we were to meet the characters one more time.
My only complaint in this story is that the romance a bit rushed. I felt as if we may be rushing to get to the finish line instead of letting the story simply flow. This is a case where I think an additional 50-75 pages could have helped the story develop the love story a bit more. I also felt that the end came way too soon. When I got to the epilogue, I had to make sure I hadn't manage to skip over pages or missed a part of the story.
Overall, I had a good time with the story and if you prefer a closed door romance, that is exactly what you will get this story.
Thank you NetGalley and Storm publishing for the digital ARC of this book. All thoughts and opinions are my own.
October 12, 2025
I hadn’t read other books in this series but realised it was the premise not characters or setting that reoccurred. I wanted to read and review this beautiful Christmassy book in memory of the Author, who sadly passed away before it was published. I am grateful to the publishers, Storm Publishing, for the opportunity to read the eARC.
“Christmas with the Princes” is an absolute delight full of Christmassy decor, music and joy. Laura starts her nursing job at Lyonscroft, with the best meet cute ever! Laura, has buried herself in her work as a live in nurse, since becoming a young widow. This time she is particularly keen to hide from her sister, Steph, who is a “bridezilla”, completely blind to her sister’s feelings. Laura has always loved Christmas but as it marks the anniversary of her husband’s death, she has struggled to enjoy the music and celebrations that they both enjoyed together. That is until now.
At Lyonscroft, little Sofia comes to stay. Her mother is on a trip abroad and felt leaving her with her Uncle, Grandmother and Step Mother would be best. Uncle Nick who has his own reasons for disliking Christmas agrees to allow their stately home to be decorated to cheer up his little niece. All the inhabitants, Laura and Uncle Nick included begin to revel in the warmth of the season.
The characters are well written. I was very fond of the bubbly Sofia and Steve the dog, both of whom brought fun to the proceedings. The way the class system is described and the amusing characters that try to uphold it, are brilliantly told from Steph who is marrying into it to the dreadful Eugenia Tytherington - Smythe. The main love story is gentle. A perfect slow burn from the meet cute to the inevitable happy ending. There are plenty of tears of both joy and pain as the story unfolds. It covers grief and the many ways in which it can take hold of life. The effects rippling through generations and how kindness and friendship can break the cycle and allow people to move forward.
I loved reading this book and if you are looking for a joyful, warming, seasonal romance this one is well worth a try.
“Christmas with the Princes” is an absolute delight full of Christmassy decor, music and joy. Laura starts her nursing job at Lyonscroft, with the best meet cute ever! Laura, has buried herself in her work as a live in nurse, since becoming a young widow. This time she is particularly keen to hide from her sister, Steph, who is a “bridezilla”, completely blind to her sister’s feelings. Laura has always loved Christmas but as it marks the anniversary of her husband’s death, she has struggled to enjoy the music and celebrations that they both enjoyed together. That is until now.
At Lyonscroft, little Sofia comes to stay. Her mother is on a trip abroad and felt leaving her with her Uncle, Grandmother and Step Mother would be best. Uncle Nick who has his own reasons for disliking Christmas agrees to allow their stately home to be decorated to cheer up his little niece. All the inhabitants, Laura and Uncle Nick included begin to revel in the warmth of the season.
The characters are well written. I was very fond of the bubbly Sofia and Steve the dog, both of whom brought fun to the proceedings. The way the class system is described and the amusing characters that try to uphold it, are brilliantly told from Steph who is marrying into it to the dreadful Eugenia Tytherington - Smythe. The main love story is gentle. A perfect slow burn from the meet cute to the inevitable happy ending. There are plenty of tears of both joy and pain as the story unfolds. It covers grief and the many ways in which it can take hold of life. The effects rippling through generations and how kindness and friendship can break the cycle and allow people to move forward.
I loved reading this book and if you are looking for a joyful, warming, seasonal romance this one is well worth a try.
September 17, 2025
Hannah Langdon scores with another Christmas tale set in England which is more than a romance, although romance is part of the story. In Christmas with the Princes, Laura hasn't gotten over her young husband's sudden death four years earlier, but she has a nursing degree and a career taking care of elderly people in their homes. Marilise is Nick Prince's spirited, almost-90-year-old grandmother, whose life is slowly winding down, but she is determined to keep having meaningful, joyful experiences in her life.
Nick, however, has been beaten down by his father, who is quick to say that Nick's only reason for being is to fill the role of heir of the family estate. He hates the house for that reason and carries on his father's insistence on not decorating for the holidays or celebrating in any way. Laura also has family troubles. Her bridezilla sister criticizes and bullies her at every turn, trying to redirect Laura's life and career to fit her own selfish needs. Fortunately, as NIck and Laura start to help each other get over their tragic pasts, and together with Marilise and two younger household members, the Christmas season begins to come to life for the household.
Personally, I thought the romance between Laura and Nick could have been better developed and more nuanced, but ultimately it was satisfying. And although the uplifting theme of the book is important, I relished most the specific ways the family welcomed and cherished the Christmas season with creative ideas and experiences. The story isn't just Christmas-adjacent, as it is in many holiday books; it fully embraces the festive aspects of the holiday season and put me in a holiday mood.
My review is based on a complimentary pre-release copy of the book.
Nick, however, has been beaten down by his father, who is quick to say that Nick's only reason for being is to fill the role of heir of the family estate. He hates the house for that reason and carries on his father's insistence on not decorating for the holidays or celebrating in any way. Laura also has family troubles. Her bridezilla sister criticizes and bullies her at every turn, trying to redirect Laura's life and career to fit her own selfish needs. Fortunately, as NIck and Laura start to help each other get over their tragic pasts, and together with Marilise and two younger household members, the Christmas season begins to come to life for the household.
Personally, I thought the romance between Laura and Nick could have been better developed and more nuanced, but ultimately it was satisfying. And although the uplifting theme of the book is important, I relished most the specific ways the family welcomed and cherished the Christmas season with creative ideas and experiences. The story isn't just Christmas-adjacent, as it is in many holiday books; it fully embraces the festive aspects of the holiday season and put me in a holiday mood.
My review is based on a complimentary pre-release copy of the book.
October 17, 2025
❤️ Blurb -
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 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 will she play it safe and stick to her carefully ordered life, or risk everything for a love that could heal them both
💜 Review -
This was such a cute and cosy festive read. Perfect for the upcoming festive season. The story felt like a cute and cosy festive film that you would settle down and watch with a hot chocolate. I was hooked from the very first page and I kept reading until the end as I wanted to know what happened. I loved the author's writing style and the pacing was just right. Plus the place settings in the story sounded beautiful. I highly recommend it and I look forward to reading more by the author.
💙 Release date -23rd October.
💖 Thank you to Netgalley, Storm Publishing and the author, Hannah Langdon for my arc ebook copy of the book in exchange for an honest review
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 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 will she play it safe and stick to her carefully ordered life, or risk everything for a love that could heal them both
💜 Review -
This was such a cute and cosy festive read. Perfect for the upcoming festive season. The story felt like a cute and cosy festive film that you would settle down and watch with a hot chocolate. I was hooked from the very first page and I kept reading until the end as I wanted to know what happened. I loved the author's writing style and the pacing was just right. Plus the place settings in the story sounded beautiful. I highly recommend it and I look forward to reading more by the author.
💙 Release date -23rd October.
💖 Thank you to Netgalley, Storm Publishing and the author, Hannah Langdon for my arc ebook copy of the book in exchange for an honest review
November 10, 2025
I was incredibly saddened to hear the news earlier this year that Hannah Langdon has passed away. I have enjoyed every single one of her books and thankfully this was no exception.
And what a Christmas book this is, I was definitely feeling really festive as I was reading it and wondering why I hadn't put my tree up yet!
Laura is hired to be a nurse carer to Nick's grandma, Marlise who is a real character. She is a canny older lady who knows everything that is going on at the estate and is just sorry that her son, Nick's father was such a horrible unfeeling person which has led Nick to be conflicted as to whether he wants to keep Lyonscroft.
Also living there are various other family members and Laura gets very quickly integrated into their family life, and I found this story really found its stride when 8 year old Sofia arrives. She is Nick's niece, and her mum has abandoned her for the extended holiday season.
They way they all try to make Sofia welcome is really endearing, and they have the idea of making the house into an advent calendar of sorts, with a pick me up sort of gift for a member of the family. It could picture it so clearly.
Slowly Laura manages to melt the grinch's (Nick's) heart and more and more Christmas festivities are embraced and it was lovely to see Nick's inner child emerge.
However both have been burnt by people in the past, and thus it is hard for them to know who they could possibly trust, and I was never completely sure I would get the ending I was hoping for.
This is a very heartwarming and Christmassy book and that enjoyed every word of.
Thank you to Storm Publishing and Netgalley for this copy which I have reviewed honestly and voluntarily.
And what a Christmas book this is, I was definitely feeling really festive as I was reading it and wondering why I hadn't put my tree up yet!
Laura is hired to be a nurse carer to Nick's grandma, Marlise who is a real character. She is a canny older lady who knows everything that is going on at the estate and is just sorry that her son, Nick's father was such a horrible unfeeling person which has led Nick to be conflicted as to whether he wants to keep Lyonscroft.
Also living there are various other family members and Laura gets very quickly integrated into their family life, and I found this story really found its stride when 8 year old Sofia arrives. She is Nick's niece, and her mum has abandoned her for the extended holiday season.
They way they all try to make Sofia welcome is really endearing, and they have the idea of making the house into an advent calendar of sorts, with a pick me up sort of gift for a member of the family. It could picture it so clearly.
Slowly Laura manages to melt the grinch's (Nick's) heart and more and more Christmas festivities are embraced and it was lovely to see Nick's inner child emerge.
However both have been burnt by people in the past, and thus it is hard for them to know who they could possibly trust, and I was never completely sure I would get the ending I was hoping for.
This is a very heartwarming and Christmassy book and that enjoyed every word of.
Thank you to Storm Publishing and Netgalley for this copy which I have reviewed honestly and voluntarily.
December 16, 2025
This one is for the girlies who like their Christmas romances a little bit stately, a little bit messy, and dusted in emotional tinsel.
Christmas with the Princes feels like a Regency romance that accidentally wandered into modern times, tripped over a dog named Steve, and landed under the mistletoe. You’ve got the grand English estate, the emotionally constipated heir, the wise and wonderful elderly matriarch, and a heroine who arrives purely to do her job and absolutely does not plan on emotionally unpacking her entire life along the way (spoiler: she does).
Laura is quietly competent in that private-nurse, holding-it-all-together way, and Nick is peak broody rich man who claims to hate Christmas but is clearly just haunted by grief and unresolved feelings. Their romance is gentle, slow, and very “meaningful looks by the fire,” which worked for me.
The real star, though, is Princess Marilise. Warm, sharp, funny, heartbreaking. The way Langdon writes her stories and reflections on love and loss adds a surprising emotional depth that sneaks up on you. I was not expecting to get misty-eyed, and yet there I was, blinking at the final chapters and pretending I wasn’t emotional over a Christmas romance.
Knowing that Hannah Langdon passed away after publishing this book adds an extra layer of poignancy. Her reflections on grief, legacy, and the quiet ways people live on through stories hit harder in that context, turning what could have been a light festive read into something more tender and bittersweet.
Overall: comforting, nostalgic, a little old-fashioned in the best way, and unexpectedly emotional. A solid 4 stars and a gentle reminder that Christmas books can still surprise you - especially when they’re written with this much heart🎄✨
Christmas with the Princes feels like a Regency romance that accidentally wandered into modern times, tripped over a dog named Steve, and landed under the mistletoe. You’ve got the grand English estate, the emotionally constipated heir, the wise and wonderful elderly matriarch, and a heroine who arrives purely to do her job and absolutely does not plan on emotionally unpacking her entire life along the way (spoiler: she does).
Laura is quietly competent in that private-nurse, holding-it-all-together way, and Nick is peak broody rich man who claims to hate Christmas but is clearly just haunted by grief and unresolved feelings. Their romance is gentle, slow, and very “meaningful looks by the fire,” which worked for me.
The real star, though, is Princess Marilise. Warm, sharp, funny, heartbreaking. The way Langdon writes her stories and reflections on love and loss adds a surprising emotional depth that sneaks up on you. I was not expecting to get misty-eyed, and yet there I was, blinking at the final chapters and pretending I wasn’t emotional over a Christmas romance.
Knowing that Hannah Langdon passed away after publishing this book adds an extra layer of poignancy. Her reflections on grief, legacy, and the quiet ways people live on through stories hit harder in that context, turning what could have been a light festive read into something more tender and bittersweet.
Overall: comforting, nostalgic, a little old-fashioned in the best way, and unexpectedly emotional. A solid 4 stars and a gentle reminder that Christmas books can still surprise you - especially when they’re written with this much heart🎄✨
December 26, 2025
🎁 Snowflakes, Secrets, and a Second Chance at Love ❄️👑
Hannah Langdon’s "Christmas with the Princes" is exactly what you want in a holiday romance: warm, swoony, and brimming with Christmas magic. It reads like the perfect Hallmark movie, but with a little extra heart stitched into every page.
We follow Laura Wilde, who escapes to the snow-dusted estate of Lynscorft, looking for peace from family chaos and a job as a private nurse. Instead, she finds herself tangled up in the lives of the spirited Princess Marilise and her guarded grandson, Nick Prince. Nick wants nothing more than to outrun Christmas, but Laura’s presence begins to melt the walls he’s so carefully built. Between dog rescues, holiday traditions, and mistletoe encounters, both Laura and Nick must decide if they’ll risk their hearts for something real.
What I enjoyed most about this book is the balance of coziness and emotion. Langdon wraps the reader in snowy English charm and festive wonder, but also doesn’t shy away from exploring themes of grief, second chances, and learning to let love in again. Laura’s caring nature and Nick’s reluctant vulnerability made their slow-burn romance feel believable and tender.
If I had one critique, it’s that some of the tropes felt familiar, but honestly, that’s part of the charm. This is a comfort read, the kind of book you can curl up with by the fire, hot chocolate in hand, and let the Christmas cheer wash over you.
✨ "Christmas with the Princes" is for fans of cozy manor-house settings, royalty romance, and anyone who loves their December reads sprinkled with romance and holiday cheer!
🙏 Thank you to Hannah Langdon, Storm Publishing, and NetGalley for the ARC in exchange for my honest review.
Hannah Langdon’s "Christmas with the Princes" is exactly what you want in a holiday romance: warm, swoony, and brimming with Christmas magic. It reads like the perfect Hallmark movie, but with a little extra heart stitched into every page.
We follow Laura Wilde, who escapes to the snow-dusted estate of Lynscorft, looking for peace from family chaos and a job as a private nurse. Instead, she finds herself tangled up in the lives of the spirited Princess Marilise and her guarded grandson, Nick Prince. Nick wants nothing more than to outrun Christmas, but Laura’s presence begins to melt the walls he’s so carefully built. Between dog rescues, holiday traditions, and mistletoe encounters, both Laura and Nick must decide if they’ll risk their hearts for something real.
What I enjoyed most about this book is the balance of coziness and emotion. Langdon wraps the reader in snowy English charm and festive wonder, but also doesn’t shy away from exploring themes of grief, second chances, and learning to let love in again. Laura’s caring nature and Nick’s reluctant vulnerability made their slow-burn romance feel believable and tender.
If I had one critique, it’s that some of the tropes felt familiar, but honestly, that’s part of the charm. This is a comfort read, the kind of book you can curl up with by the fire, hot chocolate in hand, and let the Christmas cheer wash over you.
✨ "Christmas with the Princes" is for fans of cozy manor-house settings, royalty romance, and anyone who loves their December reads sprinkled with romance and holiday cheer!
🙏 Thank you to Hannah Langdon, Storm Publishing, and NetGalley for the ARC in exchange for my honest review.
October 9, 2025
It is becoming a tradition to read a Hannah Langdon Christmas book a year and this one only convinced me that I should keep doing it.
From the beginning I knew that the story was going to be emotionally heavy and my heart strings were being pulled in every direction. It might be me, some of the themes in the book hit too close to home for me so I knew I was in for a good cry.
As usual, the assembly of characters is fantastic. I love that there are so many different age groups and how they all care for one another.
I feel that maybe in another story the romance aspect of the book would have been too quick to start but I must have gotten into the Christmas spirit because I just felt like spreading the love. Although I do think that Nick and Laura might have trusted a bit too (much, soon?) with the background they had.
Something that definitely helped here was the fact that Laura wouldn’t keep to herself everything that she observed within the family and mostly that she approached the subjects in a tactful manner. It made everyone trust her.
I loved the idea of a real size advent calendar so much and I would’ve liked to see a day for each member of the family.
Another wishful thinking, I would have liked the sleigh scene to be longer. Maybe for them to have a meaningful conversation or just a fun time. But to me this screams Christmas and the actual scene was too brief.
I loved to see Fallon again even though the reason she was there was very sad to me. But maybe they could have added a wooden carved statue to the event. Or getting a crib made.
The humor in the story was great, you can see it in some characters more than others, but there are some hilarious scenes in the book.
In short, the story was like a warm hug with a couple of tears and a good laugh.
From the beginning I knew that the story was going to be emotionally heavy and my heart strings were being pulled in every direction. It might be me, some of the themes in the book hit too close to home for me so I knew I was in for a good cry.
As usual, the assembly of characters is fantastic. I love that there are so many different age groups and how they all care for one another.
I feel that maybe in another story the romance aspect of the book would have been too quick to start but I must have gotten into the Christmas spirit because I just felt like spreading the love. Although I do think that Nick and Laura might have trusted a bit too (much, soon?) with the background they had.
Something that definitely helped here was the fact that Laura wouldn’t keep to herself everything that she observed within the family and mostly that she approached the subjects in a tactful manner. It made everyone trust her.
I loved the idea of a real size advent calendar so much and I would’ve liked to see a day for each member of the family.
Another wishful thinking, I would have liked the sleigh scene to be longer. Maybe for them to have a meaningful conversation or just a fun time. But to me this screams Christmas and the actual scene was too brief.
I loved to see Fallon again even though the reason she was there was very sad to me. But maybe they could have added a wooden carved statue to the event. Or getting a crib made.
The humor in the story was great, you can see it in some characters more than others, but there are some hilarious scenes in the book.
In short, the story was like a warm hug with a couple of tears and a good laugh.
December 28, 2025
⭐️ 3.5 Stars ⭐️
Told in a single POV, Christmas with the Princes follows nurse Laura as she begins a new job in Lyonscrodt, caring for Marilise. Marilise herself is such a delight. She is funny, sharp, and wonderfully all‑knowing in that way only someone who has lived a full, colourful life can be.
What follows is a charming meet-cute with Nick, the handsome, slightly withdrawn owner of the estate, and his gorgeous Red Setter, Steve. Steve honestly stole the show for me. As someone who owns an English Setter myself, I found so many of his antics painfully relatable.
The family dynamic was beautifully written. Even though Nick has closed himself off from love, you can still feel how deeply he cares for his family. Watching his walls slowly come down around Laura was genuinely heartwarming.
Grief is a central thread in this story, with Laura having lost her husband three years earlier. I appreciated the gentle, thoughtful exploration of what it means to heal, to recognise when it’s okay to feel joy again, and when it’s okay to move forward. Knowing that Hannah’s own husband will now be navigating his own grief made those moments land even harder.
The setting was another highlight, the snowy estate and cosy festive atmosphere. It gave the story a warm, wintry charm that’s perfect for this time of year.
There isn’t a huge amount of tension, which at times does soften the emotional connection to the characters, but it remains a tender story about love, loss, and forgiveness.
Overall, this is a heartfelt festive read with a stunning setting. A gentle, comforting story that feels especially poignant given the circumstances.
Told in a single POV, Christmas with the Princes follows nurse Laura as she begins a new job in Lyonscrodt, caring for Marilise. Marilise herself is such a delight. She is funny, sharp, and wonderfully all‑knowing in that way only someone who has lived a full, colourful life can be.
What follows is a charming meet-cute with Nick, the handsome, slightly withdrawn owner of the estate, and his gorgeous Red Setter, Steve. Steve honestly stole the show for me. As someone who owns an English Setter myself, I found so many of his antics painfully relatable.
The family dynamic was beautifully written. Even though Nick has closed himself off from love, you can still feel how deeply he cares for his family. Watching his walls slowly come down around Laura was genuinely heartwarming.
Grief is a central thread in this story, with Laura having lost her husband three years earlier. I appreciated the gentle, thoughtful exploration of what it means to heal, to recognise when it’s okay to feel joy again, and when it’s okay to move forward. Knowing that Hannah’s own husband will now be navigating his own grief made those moments land even harder.
The setting was another highlight, the snowy estate and cosy festive atmosphere. It gave the story a warm, wintry charm that’s perfect for this time of year.
There isn’t a huge amount of tension, which at times does soften the emotional connection to the characters, but it remains a tender story about love, loss, and forgiveness.
Overall, this is a heartfelt festive read with a stunning setting. A gentle, comforting story that feels especially poignant given the circumstances.
October 23, 2025
I wouldn’t usually read a Christmas book this early in the year, but I requested this on NetGalley when I found out that Hannah Langdon had very sadly passed away, suddenly and unexpectedly, after a short illness. Her author friends were keen to get as many people as possible to pre-order and/or request on NetGalley so, of course, I was more than happy to support. My heart goes out to Hannah’s family, friends, and colleagues.
This book is a gorgeous read! I was completely swept away with the romance of it, and it didn’t matter to me at all that we’re a little way off Christmas yet. I don’t think there’s any reason why this book would have to be read exclusively at Christmas time, although it would certainly enhance your enjoyment of the festive season.
Laura is a private nurse who is embarking on a new position at the estate of Lyonscroft. She is to care for Marilise, who is a wonderful character. The two of them hit it off straight away and Laura soon settles in. She is struggling with grief and immersing herself in her work seems to be her only option for now. She is also trying to avoid her sister’s wedding plans for as long as possible. A sister who is the polar opposite of Laura, self-centred and entitled.
When Laura first meets Nick Prince, and his beloved dog, in a hedge rescue situation, she doesn’t realise he is the heir to Lyonscroft. As she gets to know him further, he does nothing much to warm himself to her initially, but she soon has a softening effect on him, and he starts to grow on her.
As their romance blossoms, Lyonscroft begins to embrace Christmas like never before, bringing light, laughter, love, and excitement to a house previously devoid of joy. A brighter future for the heir indeed.
A beautiful story which I loved!
I need to catch up with books one and two now. I wish I had discovered Hannah Langdon before now.
** Many thanks to the publisher for my ARC via NetGalley **
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This book is a gorgeous read! I was completely swept away with the romance of it, and it didn’t matter to me at all that we’re a little way off Christmas yet. I don’t think there’s any reason why this book would have to be read exclusively at Christmas time, although it would certainly enhance your enjoyment of the festive season.
Laura is a private nurse who is embarking on a new position at the estate of Lyonscroft. She is to care for Marilise, who is a wonderful character. The two of them hit it off straight away and Laura soon settles in. She is struggling with grief and immersing herself in her work seems to be her only option for now. She is also trying to avoid her sister’s wedding plans for as long as possible. A sister who is the polar opposite of Laura, self-centred and entitled.
When Laura first meets Nick Prince, and his beloved dog, in a hedge rescue situation, she doesn’t realise he is the heir to Lyonscroft. As she gets to know him further, he does nothing much to warm himself to her initially, but she soon has a softening effect on him, and he starts to grow on her.
As their romance blossoms, Lyonscroft begins to embrace Christmas like never before, bringing light, laughter, love, and excitement to a house previously devoid of joy. A brighter future for the heir indeed.
A beautiful story which I loved!
I need to catch up with books one and two now. I wish I had discovered Hannah Langdon before now.
** Many thanks to the publisher for my ARC via NetGalley **
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October 19, 2025
"To everything there is a season," he said softly.
Marilise grasped for our hands.
"That's right," she said, then continued the passage. "A time to weep, and a time to laugh; a time to mourn, and a time to dance. And I think now is the time for laughing and dancing, is it not?"
I love visiting historic houses, and the opening of this Christmas novel, in which the heroine Laura drives up to a stately home hooked me in ("a Georgian villa of immaculate proportions and symmetry, built of beautiful, honeyed local stone... I had only ever paid to visit houses like this; it was odd but also exciting to think that I would be living here.") In true Jane Austen fashion, the heir of this dream house is devastatingly handsome.
It's a set up of pure escapism and reminded me of Netflix's enjoyable 'A Castle for Christmas', but it has more emotional heft - it's more romantic drama than romcom. Laura was widowed three years ago, just before Christmas, so the season now carries painful memories. It's not a simple journey to reach her happily-ever-after. Fortunately, the story boasts plenty of festive loveliness, laughter, giddy moments and romance. 🎄⛄💖 I liked that the characters were a little bit older than typical romance novel protagonists - Laura has been a nurse for twenty years (she's at the manor as a live-in carer for grandmother Marilise), and has life experience, good and bad, behind her.
It's heartbreaking that the author, Hannah Langdon, passed away earlier this year. Talented writer, gone far too soon. It's very poignant that this story touches on themes of bereavement and grief.
Many thanks to Storm Publishing and NetGalley for the advance copy.
Marilise grasped for our hands.
"That's right," she said, then continued the passage. "A time to weep, and a time to laugh; a time to mourn, and a time to dance. And I think now is the time for laughing and dancing, is it not?"
I love visiting historic houses, and the opening of this Christmas novel, in which the heroine Laura drives up to a stately home hooked me in ("a Georgian villa of immaculate proportions and symmetry, built of beautiful, honeyed local stone... I had only ever paid to visit houses like this; it was odd but also exciting to think that I would be living here.") In true Jane Austen fashion, the heir of this dream house is devastatingly handsome.
It's a set up of pure escapism and reminded me of Netflix's enjoyable 'A Castle for Christmas', but it has more emotional heft - it's more romantic drama than romcom. Laura was widowed three years ago, just before Christmas, so the season now carries painful memories. It's not a simple journey to reach her happily-ever-after. Fortunately, the story boasts plenty of festive loveliness, laughter, giddy moments and romance. 🎄⛄💖 I liked that the characters were a little bit older than typical romance novel protagonists - Laura has been a nurse for twenty years (she's at the manor as a live-in carer for grandmother Marilise), and has life experience, good and bad, behind her.
It's heartbreaking that the author, Hannah Langdon, passed away earlier this year. Talented writer, gone far too soon. It's very poignant that this story touches on themes of bereavement and grief.
Many thanks to Storm Publishing and NetGalley for the advance copy.
October 16, 2025
"Christmas with the Princes" by Hannah Langdon is a feel-good, cosy, and heartwarming Christmas romance that captures the ultimate holiday atmosphere. The story is filled with festive cheer, hot chocolate, champagne, and a magical winter wonderland setting at a snowy English estate.
This book embodies the charm of a classic Hallmark Christmas movie, which is precisely what I look for when picking up a Christmas read. It tells a comforting and beautiful love story that faces challenges and complications, focusing on themes of past trauma and self-discovery. Reading this book is like escaping into a world filled with Christmas magic, hope, and belief in holiday miracles.
When Laura Wilde arrives at the snow-dusted English estate of Lyonscroft for Christmas, all she wants is to find refuge from her sister's wedding chaos while focusing on her job as a private nurse. As Laura cares for Princess Marilise and becomes immersed in her world of warmth and wisdom, she finds herself drawn to Nick Prince. Despite Nick's determination to keep everyone at arm’s length and his desire to escape Christmas by selling the family estate, there is a palpable connection between them. While he is guarded about his past, when Laura takes it upon herself to transform the cold, unwelcoming house into a "magical Christmas wonderland," something begins to shift between them.
This book embodies the charm of a classic Hallmark Christmas movie, which is precisely what I look for when picking up a Christmas read. It tells a comforting and beautiful love story that faces challenges and complications, focusing on themes of past trauma and self-discovery. Reading this book is like escaping into a world filled with Christmas magic, hope, and belief in holiday miracles.
When Laura Wilde arrives at the snow-dusted English estate of Lyonscroft for Christmas, all she wants is to find refuge from her sister's wedding chaos while focusing on her job as a private nurse. As Laura cares for Princess Marilise and becomes immersed in her world of warmth and wisdom, she finds herself drawn to Nick Prince. Despite Nick's determination to keep everyone at arm’s length and his desire to escape Christmas by selling the family estate, there is a palpable connection between them. While he is guarded about his past, when Laura takes it upon herself to transform the cold, unwelcoming house into a "magical Christmas wonderland," something begins to shift between them.
November 27, 2025
I received a free copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review.
Christmassy books are so my vibe, they always warm my little heart and this one was no different.
Christmas with the Princes had everything I love about holiday stories: grief, family struggles, arrogant people you love to hate, but also friendship, love, new beginnings, and so many lessons tucked between the pages.
Lucia’s story was heartbreaking at first, but the way she chooses to make her life better and ends up being rewarded for that courage made her arc incredibly satisfying. I rooted for her the whole way.
Marilise had my heart from the beginning. I’m just like her when it comes to Christmas: give me the lights, the decorations, the family and friends gathered together, the warmth, the traditions… I don’t even care about presents. Hand me a chocolate or a new book and I’m good. But everything else? I need it, just like her. Everything feels brilliant around Christmas, and this book captured that magic perfectly.
And okay, can we talk about the moment Portugal was mentioned? My little patriotic heart jumped .. I LOVED that.
Are these kinds of books predictable? Usually.
Will that ever stop me from reading them? Absolutely not.
This was an easy, cozy read, full of emotions, warmth, and that soft glow that only holiday romances can deliver.
Christmassy books are so my vibe, they always warm my little heart and this one was no different.
Christmas with the Princes had everything I love about holiday stories: grief, family struggles, arrogant people you love to hate, but also friendship, love, new beginnings, and so many lessons tucked between the pages.
Lucia’s story was heartbreaking at first, but the way she chooses to make her life better and ends up being rewarded for that courage made her arc incredibly satisfying. I rooted for her the whole way.
Marilise had my heart from the beginning. I’m just like her when it comes to Christmas: give me the lights, the decorations, the family and friends gathered together, the warmth, the traditions… I don’t even care about presents. Hand me a chocolate or a new book and I’m good. But everything else? I need it, just like her. Everything feels brilliant around Christmas, and this book captured that magic perfectly.
And okay, can we talk about the moment Portugal was mentioned? My little patriotic heart jumped .. I LOVED that.
Are these kinds of books predictable? Usually.
Will that ever stop me from reading them? Absolutely not.
This was an easy, cozy read, full of emotions, warmth, and that soft glow that only holiday romances can deliver.
December 22, 2025
i enjoyed this holiday story about family, expectations, and grief around the holidays. The setting, an estate in the English countryside, provides the perfect backdrop for a holiday story and comes complete with horses and a princess, Marilise. But the grumpy owner, Nick, does not want to be there, the estate and Christmas stir up bad memories. Laura, the nurse companion for Marilise, is using her job to escape from her family's scrutiny and her grief over the loss of her husband. But something unexpected happens and this Christmas might change things for both of them. The characters, Nick and Laura, were ones I could understand and I was rooting for them to figure out what they wanted and not give in to the expectations of family. Especially Laura, her family were a bit much and I did not want her to give in to their demands and lose herself. Nick's family and Minty were interesting and likeable and I enjoyed getting to know them. This is a standalone title in an interconnected series and I am enjoying returning to the series. I hope that Minty has a chance at finding her own happily ever after soon.
I recommend this book to readers that enjoy holiday romances that explore finding love after loss.
Thanks to the publisher and NetGalley for the gifted copy. All thoughts and opinions are my own.
I recommend this book to readers that enjoy holiday romances that explore finding love after loss.
Thanks to the publisher and NetGalley for the gifted copy. All thoughts and opinions are my own.
December 22, 2025
Christmas with the Princes by Hannah Langdon
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A heartfelt, emotional holiday read—please check trigger warnings for grief after losing a loved one and infertility themes.
Laura lost her husband three years ago and copes by throwing herself into work as an in-home nurse while avoiding Christmas altogether. Her newest assignment brings her to the Princes, where she cares for the elderly Marilise. What starts as a job quickly turns into something more as the warm, welcoming family—and the grand Lyonscroft Manor—begin to feel like home.
Enter Nick, Marilise’s grandson and lord of the manor. He’s guarded, has walls up, and is firmly anti-Christmas. As Laura and Nick build a friendship rooted in honesty and trust, a fake date slowly turns into real feelings. But with plans to sell the manor and move abroad, unresolved guilt, and Laura’s own family constantly undermining her, can either of them truly move forward?
As Christmas approaches, they choose to leave the past behind, save Christmas, and begin new traditions together, proving that healing can look like hope—and home—again.
✨ Tropes & Themes: Found family • Slow burn • Holiday romance • Drama • Guilt • Finding your worth
This story leans heavy emotionally and moves at a slower pace, but it offers a meaningful journey about choosing joy and rewriting what the holidays can be.
⭐️⭐️⭐️✨
🌶️
A heartfelt, emotional holiday read—please check trigger warnings for grief after losing a loved one and infertility themes.
Laura lost her husband three years ago and copes by throwing herself into work as an in-home nurse while avoiding Christmas altogether. Her newest assignment brings her to the Princes, where she cares for the elderly Marilise. What starts as a job quickly turns into something more as the warm, welcoming family—and the grand Lyonscroft Manor—begin to feel like home.
Enter Nick, Marilise’s grandson and lord of the manor. He’s guarded, has walls up, and is firmly anti-Christmas. As Laura and Nick build a friendship rooted in honesty and trust, a fake date slowly turns into real feelings. But with plans to sell the manor and move abroad, unresolved guilt, and Laura’s own family constantly undermining her, can either of them truly move forward?
As Christmas approaches, they choose to leave the past behind, save Christmas, and begin new traditions together, proving that healing can look like hope—and home—again.
✨ Tropes & Themes: Found family • Slow burn • Holiday romance • Drama • Guilt • Finding your worth
This story leans heavy emotionally and moves at a slower pace, but it offers a meaningful journey about choosing joy and rewriting what the holidays can be.
September 17, 2025
Laura Wilde, enfermera especializada en cuidados a domicilio, acepta pasar las fiestas en Lyonscroft, una majestuosa mansión campestre, para atender a la princesa Marilise. Aunque su intención es refugiarse en el trabajo y evitar la incomodidad de pasar la Navidad con su propia familia, pronto descubre que en esa casa abundan los secretos, las tensiones familiares y las sorpresas. Desde su accidentado encuentro con Nick (nieto de Marilise) se ve envuelta en una dinámica que combina humor, ternura y viejas heridas.
Entre preparativos navideños, fiestas con disfraces y la llegada de nuevos miembros de la familia, Laura encuentra en Lyonscroft algo que creía perdido: la sensación de pertenencia. La relación con Marilise le ofrece consuelo y sabiduría, mientras que con Nick surge una atracción tan inevitable como complicada. En medio de luces, risas y melancolías, Laura aprenderá que incluso en los momentos más oscuros es posible abrirse de nuevo al amor y que, a veces, la familia se encuentra en los lugares más inesperados.
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Solo estaba esperando una escena en donde L le dijera a su familia que se fuera al diablo y no los volviera a ver.
Thanks to NetGalley, the publisher and the author for the ARC in exchange for an honest opinion.
Entre preparativos navideños, fiestas con disfraces y la llegada de nuevos miembros de la familia, Laura encuentra en Lyonscroft algo que creía perdido: la sensación de pertenencia. La relación con Marilise le ofrece consuelo y sabiduría, mientras que con Nick surge una atracción tan inevitable como complicada. En medio de luces, risas y melancolías, Laura aprenderá que incluso en los momentos más oscuros es posible abrirse de nuevo al amor y que, a veces, la familia se encuentra en los lugares más inesperados.
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Solo estaba esperando una escena en donde L le dijera a su familia que se fuera al diablo y no los volviera a ver.
Thanks to NetGalley, the publisher and the author for the ARC in exchange for an honest opinion.
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