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Alabama #5
Noel, Alabama: An Alabama Christmas Romance
She’s finally come home, but will she choose to stay? After twelve years spent building her career in Los Angeles, Bailey Boone returns home to Ministry, Alabama, weeks before Christmas with a large cast and crew. She’s desperate for a miracle to save her company’s big budget holiday film that just lost its winter wonderland location. Bailey may have bolted from Ministry before the ink on her diploma dried, but her hometown definitely knows how to throw an unforgettable southern Christmas. Except she forgot about the ghosts of Christmas past she left behind—especially her first love, Seth. Sheriff Seth McKay never forgot the girl he let go so many years ago. They were soulmates, but he knew Bailey needed more than Ministry could offer. Now she’s back and more stunning and confident than ever. Despite the years, their connection and chemistry still burn bright. Can Seth find his own Christmas miracle and convince Bailey to write her story in Ministry...with him?
270 pages, Kindle Edition
First published October 19, 2020
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About the author
Susan Sands
18 books328 followersA self-described late bloomer, Susan Sands began writing on her fortieth birthday. Her first Southern women’s fiction title, Again, Alabama, was published a mere eight years later.
Susan enjoys cooking, painting--when the mood strikes, playing tennis, and staring into space while contemplating her next novel.
Growing up in small-town Louisiana, Susan's passion for reading sparked her interest in writing—eventually. She now creates stories about the quirky characters and fascinating relationships that are uniquely Southern.
Susan holds a degree in elementary education, and has lived in the Roswell/Alpharetta suburb of Atlanta with her husband. Susan has three grown children.
Susan enjoys cooking, painting--when the mood strikes, playing tennis, and staring into space while contemplating her next novel.
Growing up in small-town Louisiana, Susan's passion for reading sparked her interest in writing—eventually. She now creates stories about the quirky characters and fascinating relationships that are uniquely Southern.
Susan holds a degree in elementary education, and has lived in the Roswell/Alpharetta suburb of Atlanta with her husband. Susan has three grown children.
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October 19, 2020
Noel, Alabama is the quintessential Christmas novel--set in a small town brimming with Christmas festivities, quirky and delightful characters, and a second chance love story that will warm your heart. Bailey left her hometown when she was 18, searching for herself, trying to fill the missing parts of her that were left empty after the death of her mother when she was a young girl. But she also left behind her father, her hometown, and Seth, the boy she'd always loved. Returning 12 years later as part of a film crew making a movie in Ministry, Alabama, it also reunites Bailey and Seth, stirring up old feelings as well as old hurts. I loved these two endearing characters; their story is captivating and honest. Although this book is Book 5 of a series, it is a wonderful standalone novel. Having read the other 4 books, though, it was fun to catch up with the townspeople I'd met previously, and I'd love to return to Ministry, Alabama again! Grab a cup of hot chocolate, light the fire, cozy up under a soft throw, and enjoy this festive and lovely story!
October 20, 2020
A story about second chances, finding closure, and decorative holidays. This will surely melt your heart. I can relate to Bailey in so many ways. Leaving the place where you were born and grew up isn't an easy thing, but as someone who dreams high, she went to chase her dreams, and she did well. However, not looking back is also a good thing sometimes, and just as she thought it was impossible, an unforeseen event at her work placed her back in her hometown. There she reminisces and rekindles all her fond memories and also built new ones. What I love the most is she was able to find closure about her mom, who passed away when she was very little, because all her life, she’s been seeking for answers and ways to fill up that emptiness she has in her heart. I love all the characters in this story. They are all cheerful, likable, and well-developed. Seth is so romantic and loveable. The Ministry sounds like such a fantastic place to spend your holidays, and how I love places like that, full of love, joy, and simply embracing the holiday spirit. I love this book, and because of that, I will be reading the rest of the book in the series!
October 16, 2020
Thank you to Kate Rock Book Tours for an advanced copy in exchange for my honest review.
Noel, Alabama is a sweet, second-chance romance that will just warm your heart. Bailey Boone is back in her hometown of Ministry, Alabama. She left when she was eighteen years old for Los Angeles, searching for something she was missing in her life since her mother's death. She didn't feel like she fit in her hometown. When she left, she also left her longtime boyfriend and best friend, Seth McKay, who still lives in Ministry as the town Sheriff.
The movie Bailey is working for as an assistant needs a new location and will be using her hometown. She says she is only going to be there until it is over, but once she is there, the memories of her childhood and Seth start to reemerge. And what once seemed important to her, may not be anymore.
This is such a feel good romance. There's really no other way to describe it. No steam and light sexual tension. Totally enjoyable and refreshing.
This is the fifth book in the Alabama series, but I had no problem reading this as a complete standalone.
Noel, Alabama is a sweet, second-chance romance that will just warm your heart. Bailey Boone is back in her hometown of Ministry, Alabama. She left when she was eighteen years old for Los Angeles, searching for something she was missing in her life since her mother's death. She didn't feel like she fit in her hometown. When she left, she also left her longtime boyfriend and best friend, Seth McKay, who still lives in Ministry as the town Sheriff.
The movie Bailey is working for as an assistant needs a new location and will be using her hometown. She says she is only going to be there until it is over, but once she is there, the memories of her childhood and Seth start to reemerge. And what once seemed important to her, may not be anymore.
This is such a feel good romance. There's really no other way to describe it. No steam and light sexual tension. Totally enjoyable and refreshing.
This is the fifth book in the Alabama series, but I had no problem reading this as a complete standalone.
October 19, 2020
This was really an enjoyable book. All the elements of Christmas in a small-town atmosphere with a bit of angst and a wonderful cast of characters. I have not read any of the previous books in the Alabama series as of yet but after reading this one, I definitely am looking forward to it. One of my favorite aspects of romance novels are the small-town tropes. Add Christmas and a bit of whimsy and I'm very happy. In addition to reading and loving this book, I am happy to say that I have found a new author that I like. I can't wait to read more of this series.
Bailey and Seth.....
Why is it that one half of a couple is always eager to run away from their hometown? And in doing that, inevitably breaking the heart of their soulmate. I just don't get it. So many romance novels in the second chance genre go this way. Unless there is a damn good reason, I have trouble forgiving. I know that Bailey needed to bolt to make her dreams come true and I am fine with that. But rarely coming home to visit is what bothers me the most. Thankfully, I was able to forgive her.
Seth never left Noel. It is and always will be his home. If only he could make Bailey see how wonderful Noel is and how much he still loves her. When Bailey comes to town with a film crew she will find more than the hometown Christmas she has always loved. She finds herself wanting another chance at love with Seth. The development of Bailey and Seth as a couple is slow which I liked. While the background focus is filming the movie and Bailey making sure her bosses are happy, she and Seth become friends again. Of course, Seth is being understandably cautious with his heart this time. I truly enjoyed watching all their interactions. This couple was mature and courteous of each other. In fact I adored every single character on the pages; some of which I am eager to read about in the earlier books of this series.
The pace of this book is perfect. The author gave me not only a satisfying story with a great ending, but she truly out did herself with the Christmas aspect. Who knows how I will be able to celebrate our usual Christmas this year with everything going on in the world today. 2020 has not been a good year. So, when I am gifted with stories such as this one, I am happy. I absolutely recommend this book. If you are a lover of Christmas romances, Noel, Alabama is a must read!
This is my honest and unbiased review and I thank you for taking the time to read it. :)
Bailey and Seth.....
Why is it that one half of a couple is always eager to run away from their hometown? And in doing that, inevitably breaking the heart of their soulmate. I just don't get it. So many romance novels in the second chance genre go this way. Unless there is a damn good reason, I have trouble forgiving. I know that Bailey needed to bolt to make her dreams come true and I am fine with that. But rarely coming home to visit is what bothers me the most. Thankfully, I was able to forgive her.
Seth never left Noel. It is and always will be his home. If only he could make Bailey see how wonderful Noel is and how much he still loves her. When Bailey comes to town with a film crew she will find more than the hometown Christmas she has always loved. She finds herself wanting another chance at love with Seth. The development of Bailey and Seth as a couple is slow which I liked. While the background focus is filming the movie and Bailey making sure her bosses are happy, she and Seth become friends again. Of course, Seth is being understandably cautious with his heart this time. I truly enjoyed watching all their interactions. This couple was mature and courteous of each other. In fact I adored every single character on the pages; some of which I am eager to read about in the earlier books of this series.
The pace of this book is perfect. The author gave me not only a satisfying story with a great ending, but she truly out did herself with the Christmas aspect. Who knows how I will be able to celebrate our usual Christmas this year with everything going on in the world today. 2020 has not been a good year. So, when I am gifted with stories such as this one, I am happy. I absolutely recommend this book. If you are a lover of Christmas romances, Noel, Alabama is a must read!
This is my honest and unbiased review and I thank you for taking the time to read it. :)
October 12, 2020
Thank you to Kate Rock Book Tours for the complimentary e-arc in exchange for an honest review.
Noel, Alabama is a fun second chance, small town, Christmas romance. The basic premise is that Bailey Boone, a Hollywood assistant, saves the film she is working on by relocating cast and crew to her hometown for a Christmas shoot. While there she meets up with the ex-boyfriend she left behind when she went away to college to follow her dreams.
The story has all the elements I want from a Christmas romance:
- cute small town bursting with holiday cheer
- likable main characters (how can you not love a County Sheriff and a super organized Hollywood assistant)
- quirky locals
- supportive and fun family and friends
- fun plot line where you get a behind the scenes look at Hollywood filmmaking
So if you are in the mood for a cute small town romance with lots of holiday spirit, I highly recommend this one.
This is book five in a series but the only one I've read and I don't feel like I missed anything. I can definitely see giving the other books in this series a try though!
This book publishes Oct. 19, 2020.
Noel, Alabama is a fun second chance, small town, Christmas romance. The basic premise is that Bailey Boone, a Hollywood assistant, saves the film she is working on by relocating cast and crew to her hometown for a Christmas shoot. While there she meets up with the ex-boyfriend she left behind when she went away to college to follow her dreams.
The story has all the elements I want from a Christmas romance:
- cute small town bursting with holiday cheer
- likable main characters (how can you not love a County Sheriff and a super organized Hollywood assistant)
- quirky locals
- supportive and fun family and friends
- fun plot line where you get a behind the scenes look at Hollywood filmmaking
So if you are in the mood for a cute small town romance with lots of holiday spirit, I highly recommend this one.
This is book five in a series but the only one I've read and I don't feel like I missed anything. I can definitely see giving the other books in this series a try though!
This book publishes Oct. 19, 2020.
October 20, 2020
Bailey Boone has spent 12 years away from her home town of Ministry, Alabama building her career in LA. She has to save her big-budget Christmas movie that suddenly has no location to film. She brings a large cast and crew home to Ministry to shoot the movie. Will Bailey’s ghosts of Christmas past come back to haunt her?
This was such a cute story! Even though this is #5 in the series, this can be read as a a standalone. I loved the small town charm and well developed characters. The romance was heartfelt and sweet. If you are a big fan of Hallmark Christmas movies like I am, I suggest you pick this book up! It’s available now!
This was such a cute story! Even though this is #5 in the series, this can be read as a a standalone. I loved the small town charm and well developed characters. The romance was heartfelt and sweet. If you are a big fan of Hallmark Christmas movies like I am, I suggest you pick this book up! It’s available now!
October 24, 2020
This is the fifth book in this series but a wonderful stand alone Christmas story.
Bailey Boone has lost her winter location for her upcoming holiday film, so she heads back to her hometown in Alabama to film. Back to the people she left behind and Seth McKay, who is now the local sheriff. The sparks still fly between Bailey and Seth, both looking for a Christmas miracle. I loved the festive little town and the hopeful second chance at love. This is the first time I've read this author and I will definitely go back and read the beginning of this series.
Thank you to Kate Rock Book Tours and the author.
Dawnny Ruby
Novels N Latte Review
Hudson Valley NY
Bailey Boone has lost her winter location for her upcoming holiday film, so she heads back to her hometown in Alabama to film. Back to the people she left behind and Seth McKay, who is now the local sheriff. The sparks still fly between Bailey and Seth, both looking for a Christmas miracle. I loved the festive little town and the hopeful second chance at love. This is the first time I've read this author and I will definitely go back and read the beginning of this series.
Thank you to Kate Rock Book Tours and the author.
Dawnny Ruby
Novels N Latte Review
Hudson Valley NY
July 23, 2020
The Alabama series from its first book has been a favorite of mine. This installment has some glimpses of old friends and new characters to fall for. Absolutely loved it. This was a book about finding yourself, accepting the past and falling in love
Ministry Alabama is full of special
People, places and memories. I loved the character of bailey and am SWOONING for Seth.
Ministry Alabama is full of special
People, places and memories. I loved the character of bailey and am SWOONING for Seth.
October 13, 2020
Second chance romances are so winning especially when time has elapsed and distance is involved. This is a delightful novel about finding your way back to whom and to what you really value.
I voluntarily read and reviewed an advanced copy of this book. All thoughts and opinions are my own.
I voluntarily read and reviewed an advanced copy of this book. All thoughts and opinions are my own.
November 2, 2020
This is the fifth book in the Alabama series and because this book looked so cute I wanted to read some of the earlier books in the series (though honestly you don't need to read the others) so I read the first book Again, Alabama and loved it. The first book reminded me of Sweet Home Alabama (one of my favorite movies) and I was super excited to read a Christmas book set in this sweet town.
Bailey, a Hollywood location assistant finds herself offering up her hometown of Ministry, Alabama as a location to film a holiday film when they lost their previous location at the last minute. Of course the town sheriff, Seth who is helping her with pulling off all of the details is her first love. Will coming back home re-ignite the flames?
This was a super cute, feel good romance. I loved the characters, love this town and a good second chance romance, especially one where they parted on good terms at 18 and reconnect again as adults. I could see this being the cutest Hallmark movie!
Bailey, a Hollywood location assistant finds herself offering up her hometown of Ministry, Alabama as a location to film a holiday film when they lost their previous location at the last minute. Of course the town sheriff, Seth who is helping her with pulling off all of the details is her first love. Will coming back home re-ignite the flames?
This was a super cute, feel good romance. I loved the characters, love this town and a good second chance romance, especially one where they parted on good terms at 18 and reconnect again as adults. I could see this being the cutest Hallmark movie!
November 10, 2020
The story is set up in a contemporary style in the backdrop of Christmas. The plot is quite intriguing and the language is simple. I liked the chemistry between Bailey and Seth because the characters are well built and practical. The writing style is quite gripping. Recommended to everyone who loves a cozy holiday read with a festive aura.
October 26, 2020
Reviewed at Keeper Bookshelf
Noel, Alabama is the fifth title in the Alabama series and this one will grab hold of your emotions and wring every little bit of Christmas joy from them quite lovingly. Bailey’s and Seth’s romance stands on its own so if you haven’t read the earlier books in the series you’ll feel quite comfortable in Ministry, Alabama. If you’re returning to this series then you’ll once again find that small-town charm, many familiar faces about town, and will quickly feel right at home once again. I would suggest the entire series for they are all wonderful stories – but if that isn’t possible, then sit back and enjoy Noel, Alabama with no worries about feeling the least bit lost.
Twelve years ago Bailey left her hometown for college and to follow her dream. Since her mother’s death, Bailey has felt constrained by her hometown for her dreams felt much larger than Ministry, Alabama. She left her father, her friends, and Seth behind as she set out to discover what was her life. Regrets? Of course, some, after all, Seth was her best friend in addition to the boy she’d come to love… but at that time the love wasn’t stronger than the need for “something else” so Bailey left and didn’t look back for more than a decade.
Today, Bailey is an assistant working on a film that has lost its winter wonderland shooting location. And she just happens to know a place that is full of Christmas charm and beauty. Ministry, Alabama… home. She’d meant to arrive, get the movie wrapped, and out of town as quickly as possible without stirring up old memories, but that’s not how things worked out.
Seth has never wanted the world beyond Ministry, Alabama. He’s happy and content as a County Sheriff right where he is in the small town of his birth, surrounded by friends, family, and the slow pace of home. He’d been heartbroken when Bailey left, but he’d always known that her dreams were too big for their hometown to hold her there. Time moved on. Now, Bailey is back home, temporarily at least, and she’s more beautiful than ever… and just as if she’d never left those old feelings came pouring back for him. Is it possible to show Bailey all she’s missed by following her dreams? Or is this just another stop on the road of life for them both, soon to fade into the past once again? He’s not sure – but he’s going to do all he can to show Bailey that they belong together right where they started.
Noel, Alabama is a slow-burn, second chance at getting love right this time around type of story that is full of small-town charm, interesting secondary characters, old-book friends, and the feeling of coming home. There are sexual tensions between Seth and Bailey, certainly, but the focus is on falling in love with the past seen through adult eyes as this couple slowly makes their way back to each other. Second chance, perhaps. But it felt more like really seeing each other as they are now, and still knowing that the love that was between them can mature into something that feels new, feels like forever.
I felt right at home with Bailey and Seth in Noel, Alabama – and certainly enjoyed this return visit very much. If you’re in the mood for a really good Romance set in a small Southern town that really knows how to bring on the Christmas spirit then this is a story that you’ll want to pick up for your holiday reading… or anytime, really.
*I received an e-ARC of this novel from Tule Publishing. That does not change what I think of this story. It is my choice to leave a review giving my personal opinion about this book.*
Noel, Alabama is the fifth title in the Alabama series and this one will grab hold of your emotions and wring every little bit of Christmas joy from them quite lovingly. Bailey’s and Seth’s romance stands on its own so if you haven’t read the earlier books in the series you’ll feel quite comfortable in Ministry, Alabama. If you’re returning to this series then you’ll once again find that small-town charm, many familiar faces about town, and will quickly feel right at home once again. I would suggest the entire series for they are all wonderful stories – but if that isn’t possible, then sit back and enjoy Noel, Alabama with no worries about feeling the least bit lost.
Twelve years ago Bailey left her hometown for college and to follow her dream. Since her mother’s death, Bailey has felt constrained by her hometown for her dreams felt much larger than Ministry, Alabama. She left her father, her friends, and Seth behind as she set out to discover what was her life. Regrets? Of course, some, after all, Seth was her best friend in addition to the boy she’d come to love… but at that time the love wasn’t stronger than the need for “something else” so Bailey left and didn’t look back for more than a decade.
Today, Bailey is an assistant working on a film that has lost its winter wonderland shooting location. And she just happens to know a place that is full of Christmas charm and beauty. Ministry, Alabama… home. She’d meant to arrive, get the movie wrapped, and out of town as quickly as possible without stirring up old memories, but that’s not how things worked out.
Seth has never wanted the world beyond Ministry, Alabama. He’s happy and content as a County Sheriff right where he is in the small town of his birth, surrounded by friends, family, and the slow pace of home. He’d been heartbroken when Bailey left, but he’d always known that her dreams were too big for their hometown to hold her there. Time moved on. Now, Bailey is back home, temporarily at least, and she’s more beautiful than ever… and just as if she’d never left those old feelings came pouring back for him. Is it possible to show Bailey all she’s missed by following her dreams? Or is this just another stop on the road of life for them both, soon to fade into the past once again? He’s not sure – but he’s going to do all he can to show Bailey that they belong together right where they started.
Noel, Alabama is a slow-burn, second chance at getting love right this time around type of story that is full of small-town charm, interesting secondary characters, old-book friends, and the feeling of coming home. There are sexual tensions between Seth and Bailey, certainly, but the focus is on falling in love with the past seen through adult eyes as this couple slowly makes their way back to each other. Second chance, perhaps. But it felt more like really seeing each other as they are now, and still knowing that the love that was between them can mature into something that feels new, feels like forever.
I felt right at home with Bailey and Seth in Noel, Alabama – and certainly enjoyed this return visit very much. If you’re in the mood for a really good Romance set in a small Southern town that really knows how to bring on the Christmas spirit then this is a story that you’ll want to pick up for your holiday reading… or anytime, really.
*I received an e-ARC of this novel from Tule Publishing. That does not change what I think of this story. It is my choice to leave a review giving my personal opinion about this book.*
October 19, 2020
Noel, Alabama by Susan Sands
She’s finally come home, but will she choose to stay?
After twelve years spent building her career in Los Angeles, Bailey Boone returns home to Ministry, Alabama, weeks before Christmas with a large cast and crew. She’s desperate for a miracle to save her company’s big budget holiday film that just lost its winter wonderland location. Bailey may have bolted from Ministry before the ink on her diploma dried, but her hometown definitely knows how to throw an unforgettable southern Christmas. Except she forgot about the ghosts of Christmas past she left behind—especially her first love, Seth.
Sheriff Seth McKay never forgot the girl he let go so many years ago. They were soulmates, but he knew Bailey needed more than Ministry could offer. Now she’s back and more stunning and confident than ever. Despite the years, their connection and chemistry still burn bright. Can Seth find his own Christmas miracle and convince Bailey to write her story in Ministry…with him?
This is Bailey Boone and Seth McKay's story.
Bailey Boone pulled open one of the two impressive old leaded glass doors of the Ministry Inn and nearly dropped her Tumi carry-on roller bag at the unexpected, and very loud jingling of bells that knocked against the glass.
Did they still hang bells from the doors of every business in this town? Clearly it was still a thing here in Ministry, Alabama. Or maybe it was only for Christmas. Because it was December first, which meant Ministry was decked out in its full holiday finery, from streetlights wrapped like candy canes to the faux snow sprayed around the edges of every store front in town, despite the questionably fall-ish temps in the South. But that could change on a dime around here, and Bailey prayed it would for her selfish purposes.
That’s exactly why she’d landed back here. Christmas.Not the holiday as much as the décor.
Sheriff Seth McKay never forgot the girl he let go so many years ago. They were soulmates, but he knew Bailey needed more than Ministry could offer.
Now she’s back and more stunning and confident than ever. Despite the years, their connection and chemistry still burn bright.
Can Seth find his own Christmas miracle and convince Bailey to write her story in Ministry…with him?
I highly recommend reading.
Noel, Alabama by Susan Sands is a wonderful well written 5 star book.
I am looking forward to reading more books by Susan Sands.
I voluntarily read and reviewed an advanced copy of this book.
She’s finally come home, but will she choose to stay?
After twelve years spent building her career in Los Angeles, Bailey Boone returns home to Ministry, Alabama, weeks before Christmas with a large cast and crew. She’s desperate for a miracle to save her company’s big budget holiday film that just lost its winter wonderland location. Bailey may have bolted from Ministry before the ink on her diploma dried, but her hometown definitely knows how to throw an unforgettable southern Christmas. Except she forgot about the ghosts of Christmas past she left behind—especially her first love, Seth.
Sheriff Seth McKay never forgot the girl he let go so many years ago. They were soulmates, but he knew Bailey needed more than Ministry could offer. Now she’s back and more stunning and confident than ever. Despite the years, their connection and chemistry still burn bright. Can Seth find his own Christmas miracle and convince Bailey to write her story in Ministry…with him?
This is Bailey Boone and Seth McKay's story.
Bailey Boone pulled open one of the two impressive old leaded glass doors of the Ministry Inn and nearly dropped her Tumi carry-on roller bag at the unexpected, and very loud jingling of bells that knocked against the glass.
Did they still hang bells from the doors of every business in this town? Clearly it was still a thing here in Ministry, Alabama. Or maybe it was only for Christmas. Because it was December first, which meant Ministry was decked out in its full holiday finery, from streetlights wrapped like candy canes to the faux snow sprayed around the edges of every store front in town, despite the questionably fall-ish temps in the South. But that could change on a dime around here, and Bailey prayed it would for her selfish purposes.
That’s exactly why she’d landed back here. Christmas.Not the holiday as much as the décor.
Sheriff Seth McKay never forgot the girl he let go so many years ago. They were soulmates, but he knew Bailey needed more than Ministry could offer.
Now she’s back and more stunning and confident than ever. Despite the years, their connection and chemistry still burn bright.
Can Seth find his own Christmas miracle and convince Bailey to write her story in Ministry…with him?
I highly recommend reading.
Noel, Alabama by Susan Sands is a wonderful well written 5 star book.
I am looking forward to reading more books by Susan Sands.
I voluntarily read and reviewed an advanced copy of this book.
October 17, 2020
I received this arc from Tule Publishing in exchange for an honest review. I found this book to be wonderful and it checked off so many of my favorite tags for a book! I read book one in the series many years ago and it didn’t hurt my enjoyment that I hadn’t read any of the others. However when I get some spare time I plan to return to this sweet Alabama series. The characters were so genuine and likable. Susan painted a picture of a whimsical town with a slower pace where the people cared about each other. It’s a bonus we get to share in the holiday season too.
This is a second Chance romance at Christmas. The heroine, Bailey Boone left Ministry and her soul mate, Seth McKay 12 years ago to go to college in California and never returned. She works for a film company whose current movie just lost its location setting. She suggests having the whole crew come to her hometown as it has lots of Christmas decorations, spirit and activities that the production crew can join in. She goes ahead to set up lodging, get permits and consults with the town leaders, including Sheriff Seth McKay.
Bailey and Seth have an initially awkward and uncomfortable meeting after her abrupt departure 12 years earlier. He still loves her and she tries to ignore her still present feelings for him. He is ever a gentleman and jumps in to help her with all aspects of her job. She learns that their parents, always good friends are now dating since both have lost their spouses. The town welcomes her and she realizes how much she has missed being there and her dad and Seth. Before, no one talked about her mom after her death and so she learns things about her and her creative side. She finds her old journals and some of her moms and she realizes she missed writing and drawing since she left Ministry. Seth and Bailey spend a lot of time together and he would like nothing less than her to move back. However, he realizes she left for bigger things and won’t try to hold her back. After an injury, Bailey starts to think about what is important and what she wants going forward.
I gave this 5 stars as it is well written, the plot is so enjoyable and as I mentioned earlier, the characters are very pleasant and easy to like. It is a great addition to the holiday romance genre.
This is a second Chance romance at Christmas. The heroine, Bailey Boone left Ministry and her soul mate, Seth McKay 12 years ago to go to college in California and never returned. She works for a film company whose current movie just lost its location setting. She suggests having the whole crew come to her hometown as it has lots of Christmas decorations, spirit and activities that the production crew can join in. She goes ahead to set up lodging, get permits and consults with the town leaders, including Sheriff Seth McKay.
Bailey and Seth have an initially awkward and uncomfortable meeting after her abrupt departure 12 years earlier. He still loves her and she tries to ignore her still present feelings for him. He is ever a gentleman and jumps in to help her with all aspects of her job. She learns that their parents, always good friends are now dating since both have lost their spouses. The town welcomes her and she realizes how much she has missed being there and her dad and Seth. Before, no one talked about her mom after her death and so she learns things about her and her creative side. She finds her old journals and some of her moms and she realizes she missed writing and drawing since she left Ministry. Seth and Bailey spend a lot of time together and he would like nothing less than her to move back. However, he realizes she left for bigger things and won’t try to hold her back. After an injury, Bailey starts to think about what is important and what she wants going forward.
I gave this 5 stars as it is well written, the plot is so enjoyable and as I mentioned earlier, the characters are very pleasant and easy to like. It is a great addition to the holiday romance genre.
August 24, 2024
It is my pleasure to offer this review of Susan Sands’ Noel, Alabama, the fifth story in her 5-book Alabama series. This series is set in the small town of Ministry, Alabama. A story’s setting and characters are extremely important when I read. It is impossible for me to overstate how wonderful Ministry, and her people have been to every story in this series.
Bailey Boone and Seth McKay have always loved each other. First as best friends when they were children, and then romantically as teenagers. Then twelve years ago, after graduating high school, Bailey moved to California to attend school and work in Hollywood. She envisioned a creative life of writing and art. Bailey is very talented and driven, but she is not an actress. Not another blonde bimbo. Her work encompasses the logistics of filming with a crew at various locations. A major issue has forced her company to immediately find a Christmas themed small-town location. She offers her hometown as a solution and goes home to verify.
Bailey loves her widowed father, but she doesn’t come home often. She grew up motherless and determined that Hollywood was her destination. Her contact for arraigning most details is her ex-lover Sheriff Seth McKay. Everyone is thrilled to welcome Bailey home. As an adult she now has conversations with people concerning her mother, who she barely remembers. There are beautiful parallels between Bailey and her mother. As filming is progressing, Bailey is hurt in an accident. She’ll mend, but for a couple weeks she is resting and thinking… resting and soul searching.
Bailey’s past twelve years in California have been a negative. She had viewed it as time spent building her future. She was actually removing herself from core truths about her life that she needed to embrace. One such truth is that handsome and honest Seth McKay will always love her. That he has never stopped loving her. Will Bailey recover from her accident? Will Bailey and Seth embrace their future? If so, what form will it take? Was Ministry a good filming location? Did a local become famous? Noel, Alabama, like every book in this series is a wonderful read.
My rating: 5 STARS!
Bailey Boone and Seth McKay have always loved each other. First as best friends when they were children, and then romantically as teenagers. Then twelve years ago, after graduating high school, Bailey moved to California to attend school and work in Hollywood. She envisioned a creative life of writing and art. Bailey is very talented and driven, but she is not an actress. Not another blonde bimbo. Her work encompasses the logistics of filming with a crew at various locations. A major issue has forced her company to immediately find a Christmas themed small-town location. She offers her hometown as a solution and goes home to verify.
Bailey loves her widowed father, but she doesn’t come home often. She grew up motherless and determined that Hollywood was her destination. Her contact for arraigning most details is her ex-lover Sheriff Seth McKay. Everyone is thrilled to welcome Bailey home. As an adult she now has conversations with people concerning her mother, who she barely remembers. There are beautiful parallels between Bailey and her mother. As filming is progressing, Bailey is hurt in an accident. She’ll mend, but for a couple weeks she is resting and thinking… resting and soul searching.
Bailey’s past twelve years in California have been a negative. She had viewed it as time spent building her future. She was actually removing herself from core truths about her life that she needed to embrace. One such truth is that handsome and honest Seth McKay will always love her. That he has never stopped loving her. Will Bailey recover from her accident? Will Bailey and Seth embrace their future? If so, what form will it take? Was Ministry a good filming location? Did a local become famous? Noel, Alabama, like every book in this series is a wonderful read.
My rating: 5 STARS!
October 21, 2020
I have another Christmas tale for you! This one is NOEL, ALABAMA by @susansandsauthor. This is the 5th installment in the Alabama series, but please be aware you most certainly can read this as a stand alone…..it's especially perfect if you are looking for a singular holiday read.
Bailey Boone is an assistant on a Hollywood holiday movie that suddenly needs a new filming location ASAP. Brilliantly, Bailey suggests her hometown of Ministry, Alabama where southern Christmas is celebrated in style and is exactly what the film is looking for. Bailey has not been back in Ministry since high school graduation, when she couldn’t wait to leave. Now returning to film the movie, she insists she will only be there until the film wraps up. But when old memories return and she reunites with her ex-boyfriend and first love Seth, they find a flicker of sparkle still exists in their relationship after all these years. Seth is hoping to persuade Bailey to continue her next chapter life in Ministry with him. Will there be a Christmas surprise for them both?
Oh how I love second chances at love. Even better, second chances at love at CHRISTMAS! If you are looking for a heartfelt, fun, and satisfying holiday read, Susan Sands fulfills that desire right here with Noel, Alabama. With a cute and quirky cast of characters, a little glimpse at film making, and a small town with a ton of holiday cheer this Christmas romance is definitely one to pick up. I really enjoyed this one and walked away with that cozy feel good feeling I always hope for in a holiday read. A consuming and engrossing story. Also, don’t be afraid to check out the first 4 books in this series too, they are just as sweet!
Thank you to @susansandsauthor, @tulepublishing and @katerocklitchick for my gifted copy of this book for my honest and unbiased opinion for review.
Bailey Boone is an assistant on a Hollywood holiday movie that suddenly needs a new filming location ASAP. Brilliantly, Bailey suggests her hometown of Ministry, Alabama where southern Christmas is celebrated in style and is exactly what the film is looking for. Bailey has not been back in Ministry since high school graduation, when she couldn’t wait to leave. Now returning to film the movie, she insists she will only be there until the film wraps up. But when old memories return and she reunites with her ex-boyfriend and first love Seth, they find a flicker of sparkle still exists in their relationship after all these years. Seth is hoping to persuade Bailey to continue her next chapter life in Ministry with him. Will there be a Christmas surprise for them both?
Oh how I love second chances at love. Even better, second chances at love at CHRISTMAS! If you are looking for a heartfelt, fun, and satisfying holiday read, Susan Sands fulfills that desire right here with Noel, Alabama. With a cute and quirky cast of characters, a little glimpse at film making, and a small town with a ton of holiday cheer this Christmas romance is definitely one to pick up. I really enjoyed this one and walked away with that cozy feel good feeling I always hope for in a holiday read. A consuming and engrossing story. Also, don’t be afraid to check out the first 4 books in this series too, they are just as sweet!
Thank you to @susansandsauthor, @tulepublishing and @katerocklitchick for my gifted copy of this book for my honest and unbiased opinion for review.
November 3, 2022
Christmas explosion is a good way to describe the small town of Ministry, Alabama. Not only do they decorate everything to the max, but they have almost daily Christmas activities. I think it sounds like a wonderful place to live and/or visit, but Bailey Boone could not wait to escape her small hometown to pursue her career in Los Angeles. She left everything and everyone behind in her rearview mirror with no plans to return. However, when the movie company that she works for loses their location to film their final scenes of their Christmas movie, Bailey knows that Ministry, Alabama, with all of its Christmas glory, will be the perfect spot to complete the movie. The only problem is that she left a piece of her heart in Ministry in the form of a fine looking man named Seth McKay. Seth is now the local Sheriff so she will have to work closely with him to receive all of the necessary permits and permission to block roads, parking areas, etc. that will be needed to finish the movie. This was a classic Christmas book. It sounded like the set of a Hallmark Christmas movie. It was not hard for me to embrace this book and all its Christmas splendor. I loved the character of Bailey as she worked so hard to be the best she could be at everything she did. Susan Sands does a great job of making her characters come alive off of the pages. Seth McKay was the epitome of a perfect Southern gentleman with a wonderful personality. I also had a few chuckles along the way with the local inn keeper and her unique decorating style. This was a book of second chances and appreciating your roots and your family. This is a perfect Christmas romance.
October 19, 2020
I was so happy to return to the small town of Ministry, Alabama! It’s been three (!!!!) years since my last visit (yes, I looked it up) and Susan Sands’s latest, NOEL. ALABAMA didn’t disappoint. It’s the fifth book in the Alabama series, but can easily be read as a stand-alone.
Sands has put together the perfect Christmas read with the beautifully decorated small town of Ministry, chock full of holiday events, a strong female protagonist, a strong male protagonist not afraid to step back and let her lead, family, and a host of other fun characters that make you wish you could visit or live in Ministry. The addition of bringing Hollywood to town to film a holiday movie pushed it to the next level. I felt like I was reading about my favorite Hallmark movie being filmed.
On top of being a holiday novel, we have a sweet second-chance romance. Bailey has worked hard to be successful in her career but coming home reminds her that of what she’s given up: her hometown, her father, Seth, and the creativity that started her on this adventure. Seth has always loved Bailey, and his job as Sheriff has him working side-by-side with her. Can them working together remind Bailey of what’s missing in her life? Bailey’s homecoming is a heart-warming journey to look at her past, present, and future.
Grab a cup of hot cocoa and put some holiday music on in the background while you enjoy a visit to Ministry.
Thanks to the Publisher for an advanced copy of the novel. All opinions are my own.
#NoelAlabama #MinistryAlabama #SusanSands #ReadzTule #TulePublishing
Sands has put together the perfect Christmas read with the beautifully decorated small town of Ministry, chock full of holiday events, a strong female protagonist, a strong male protagonist not afraid to step back and let her lead, family, and a host of other fun characters that make you wish you could visit or live in Ministry. The addition of bringing Hollywood to town to film a holiday movie pushed it to the next level. I felt like I was reading about my favorite Hallmark movie being filmed.
On top of being a holiday novel, we have a sweet second-chance romance. Bailey has worked hard to be successful in her career but coming home reminds her that of what she’s given up: her hometown, her father, Seth, and the creativity that started her on this adventure. Seth has always loved Bailey, and his job as Sheriff has him working side-by-side with her. Can them working together remind Bailey of what’s missing in her life? Bailey’s homecoming is a heart-warming journey to look at her past, present, and future.
Grab a cup of hot cocoa and put some holiday music on in the background while you enjoy a visit to Ministry.
Thanks to the Publisher for an advanced copy of the novel. All opinions are my own.
#NoelAlabama #MinistryAlabama #SusanSands #ReadzTule #TulePublishing
October 19, 2020
This book is all about love, not just the romantic kind but the love families and close friends share with each other. Noel Alabama is a sweet second chance at love for Bailey Boone, assistant location manager for Epic Films, and Sheriff Seth McKay, the man she left twelve years earlier to follow her career dreams.
Bailey is a complex character whose emotions are conflicted thanks to the pull of her home town, her father and Seth, the man she never stopped loving. With a life and career in Los Angeles she doesn’t see how she can have a future with Seth. She’s a strong, competent woman who is good at what she does but also incredibly creative. I admired her. I felt for her, and I hoped like crazy that she‘d have the happy ever after she so richly deserved.
Seth is every woman’s dream. Tall and handsome but also kind, considerate, helpful and competent, he really is the sort of man so many of us hope to end up with. I loved his patience and the way he worked away at getting Bailey to see his love and imagine them together forever.
The other thing I loved about this story was the sense of family. This is a story of discovery and healing for Bailey, whose mother died when she was just a child. As the story unfolds Bailey sees more and more of her mother’s love for her, which acts as a catalyst for he rediscovery of her own dormant talents.
There’s plenty of emotion to keep the pages turning in what is most definitely a gorgeous Christmas romance. I loved it.
Bailey is a complex character whose emotions are conflicted thanks to the pull of her home town, her father and Seth, the man she never stopped loving. With a life and career in Los Angeles she doesn’t see how she can have a future with Seth. She’s a strong, competent woman who is good at what she does but also incredibly creative. I admired her. I felt for her, and I hoped like crazy that she‘d have the happy ever after she so richly deserved.
Seth is every woman’s dream. Tall and handsome but also kind, considerate, helpful and competent, he really is the sort of man so many of us hope to end up with. I loved his patience and the way he worked away at getting Bailey to see his love and imagine them together forever.
The other thing I loved about this story was the sense of family. This is a story of discovery and healing for Bailey, whose mother died when she was just a child. As the story unfolds Bailey sees more and more of her mother’s love for her, which acts as a catalyst for he rediscovery of her own dormant talents.
There’s plenty of emotion to keep the pages turning in what is most definitely a gorgeous Christmas romance. I loved it.
October 19, 2020
Oh happy day! It’s my stop on the #booktour for 𝙉𝙤𝙚𝙡, 𝘼𝙡𝙖𝙗𝙖𝙢𝙖 by Susan Sands which comes out today! Thank you, @katerockbooktours for my eARC in exchange for an honest review.⠀
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Do you love Lifetime//Hallmark Christmas movies? If so, you will love Noel, Alabama. With lovable characters, a heartwarming story, and a picturesque winter wonderland, this one is the perfect book to get you into the holiday spirit. ⠀
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Bailey finds herself back in her hometown after the movie she’s working on needs a last-minute place to film the perfect winter scenes. And Ministry, Alabama is just that. With a 5K Jingle Jog, a Christmas pageant, cookie baking contest, and ornament decorating, this small town is the perfect location. But coming home also means facing her ex-boyfriend Seth (who just happens to be the town sheriff) and her father. ⠀
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It was heartwarming to watch Bailey and Seth rekindle their relationship. Even years apart couldn’t dim the attraction between these two. Seth is sweet and understanding. He knows that Bailey needs more than what the small town can provide. But after coming back to Ministry, Bailey starts to realize that what really matters in life just might be right in front of her. ⠀
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This is such a sweet and enjoyable story. My only regret is that I didn’t read it in December.
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Do you love Lifetime//Hallmark Christmas movies? If so, you will love Noel, Alabama. With lovable characters, a heartwarming story, and a picturesque winter wonderland, this one is the perfect book to get you into the holiday spirit. ⠀
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Bailey finds herself back in her hometown after the movie she’s working on needs a last-minute place to film the perfect winter scenes. And Ministry, Alabama is just that. With a 5K Jingle Jog, a Christmas pageant, cookie baking contest, and ornament decorating, this small town is the perfect location. But coming home also means facing her ex-boyfriend Seth (who just happens to be the town sheriff) and her father. ⠀
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It was heartwarming to watch Bailey and Seth rekindle their relationship. Even years apart couldn’t dim the attraction between these two. Seth is sweet and understanding. He knows that Bailey needs more than what the small town can provide. But after coming back to Ministry, Bailey starts to realize that what really matters in life just might be right in front of her. ⠀
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This is such a sweet and enjoyable story. My only regret is that I didn’t read it in December.
October 21, 2020
This book reminded me so much of growing up in the South (Memphis) it made me homesick. Noel, Alabama by Susan Sands is the 5th book in her Alabama series and each one can be read as stand-alone books and enjoyed. But oh my let me share when you get the series and read them together they will brighten your life and especially the holidays as she has a couple for you.
Her latest book is all about coming home and second chances. Not just with the boy (Seth) that Bailey left behind when she left Ministry, Alabama for the bright lights of Cali and college. All Bailey had ever wanted to do was expand on her writing she did as a child and her art and it seems she had forgotten that because well she did have to earn a living.
What brought her back home to Ministry after only "fly-bys" the past 12 years or her daddy flying out to LA to see her? Well, the movie she was working on needed a place to finish the Christmas movie. And her town IS that.HOT Sherrif Seth now that he has seen Bailey will do all he can to convince her she wants to stay in Ministry after the movie is complete. Will the 12 years apart mean something to the two of these? And not only that Bailey means so much to this town, can she see that as well? OH my, this book is just wonderful and brought back so many wonderful memories from my childhood in the South!
Her latest book is all about coming home and second chances. Not just with the boy (Seth) that Bailey left behind when she left Ministry, Alabama for the bright lights of Cali and college. All Bailey had ever wanted to do was expand on her writing she did as a child and her art and it seems she had forgotten that because well she did have to earn a living.
What brought her back home to Ministry after only "fly-bys" the past 12 years or her daddy flying out to LA to see her? Well, the movie she was working on needed a place to finish the Christmas movie. And her town IS that.HOT Sherrif Seth now that he has seen Bailey will do all he can to convince her she wants to stay in Ministry after the movie is complete. Will the 12 years apart mean something to the two of these? And not only that Bailey means so much to this town, can she see that as well? OH my, this book is just wonderful and brought back so many wonderful memories from my childhood in the South!
December 31, 2020
NOEL, ALABAMA is the first book I have read by Susan Sands and it will not be the last one. I like her style of writing. Her characters are realistic and well developed. The situations and settings are well drawn. Her description of what is involved in filming a movie on location was detailed and interesting. There is much more involved than one would think. Her description, though detailed, wasn't boring or including too much minutia. Bailey Boone couldn't wait to leave home in small town Alabama to pursue her dreams in the film industry. She left Seth McKay behind with a broken heart. She has avoided going home, not willing to face him, managing to avoid him the few times she has visited her father. Now she is back arranging for a Hollywood filming company to use her home town for a movie shoot at Christmas. She must work with Seth to get things arranged. This visit home and working with those she grew up with makes her take another look at her life, her goals, what she has accomplished, and what is important. The pace of the story is perfect. The details of the movie industry, the town, and the people who populate her work and the town bring it all to life. It was a pleasant, satisfying read.
October 18, 2020
Noel,Alabama was where Bailey Boone grew up. She left after high school and after 12 years away she’s coming home. Bailey is working as a location assistant, and when the movie she’s working on loses their winter wonderland location she knows just the place to go to save the film. Her hometown of Ministry, AL is all about Christmas and is perfect for the last outside shots they need to film. Going home though means facing her old boyfriend Seth, now a sheriff, and facing the things she’s ran from but also still searching for. Seth has never forgotten his soulmate. Can he show her how much he still loves her and convince her to stay?
I loved this sweet holiday book! Not only is it a story about going home again and taking a second chance at love, but it’s also a story of forgiveness, healing and finding your purpose. I so enjoyed the story of Bailey and Seth, but I also loved the healing she had with her father and the forgiveness and understanding she gained about her mother’s death. Add the wonderful Christmas time setting in a small town and this story was just what I needed for a winter day.
I loved this sweet holiday book! Not only is it a story about going home again and taking a second chance at love, but it’s also a story of forgiveness, healing and finding your purpose. I so enjoyed the story of Bailey and Seth, but I also loved the healing she had with her father and the forgiveness and understanding she gained about her mother’s death. Add the wonderful Christmas time setting in a small town and this story was just what I needed for a winter day.
November 22, 2023
Can you go home again...at Christmas
That's just what Bailey Boone does, and bring a movie production to film in her hometown and knowing that this will put in her back in the world she left 12 yrs ago and the man that she never forgot and has never found another like him.
Sherriff Seth MacKay would do just about anything for Baily Boone, but he has to hold on to his heart, because she was the one woman he never forgot and he knows she is not home to stay as her life is in LA... But it is the season for miracles and no town does Christmas like Ministry, Alabama and will it bring these two soulmates back together. Their family and friends and all the towns folk can't wait to see what happens next with the movie being filled in their hometown and the two young people who will find their way back to one another.
This was a wonderful holiday story, that had everything you want in a Christmas book, a Christmas movie, lots of quirky and wondaful characters, and the spirit of the season to warm your heart and fill it with love and miracles.
This was my 2nd Susan Sands books and I can't wait to read more.
That's just what Bailey Boone does, and bring a movie production to film in her hometown and knowing that this will put in her back in the world she left 12 yrs ago and the man that she never forgot and has never found another like him.
Sherriff Seth MacKay would do just about anything for Baily Boone, but he has to hold on to his heart, because she was the one woman he never forgot and he knows she is not home to stay as her life is in LA... But it is the season for miracles and no town does Christmas like Ministry, Alabama and will it bring these two soulmates back together. Their family and friends and all the towns folk can't wait to see what happens next with the movie being filled in their hometown and the two young people who will find their way back to one another.
This was a wonderful holiday story, that had everything you want in a Christmas book, a Christmas movie, lots of quirky and wondaful characters, and the spirit of the season to warm your heart and fill it with love and miracles.
This was my 2nd Susan Sands books and I can't wait to read more.
October 15, 2020
𝗡𝗼𝗲𝗹, 𝗔𝗹𝗮𝗯𝗮𝗺𝗮, by 𝗦𝘂𝘀𝗮𝗻 𝗦𝗮𝗻𝗱𝘀, is part of her 𝘼𝙡𝙖𝙗𝙖𝙢𝙖 series, but can be read as a stand alone.
Bailey left her small town of Ministry, Alabama, years ago, to pursue her Hollywood career. She comes back home a few weeks before Christmas, needing a miracle to save her company’s holiday film that just lost its winter wonderland location. While there, working with her team to put the movie together, she’s brought back to the place of small town friends & family that know how to make an unforgettable southern Christmas. Of course, her soulmate, Seth, who was left behind in her dust, is still there and the sparks are, too. There’s hope as the pair pick right back up and maybe have a chance of making a life together in Ministry.
This book brings joy with a small town we all want to be a part of, especIally this time of year. I was filled with happiness while reading this uplifting story.
Now, I need to go back to Ministry and read the other books in this unforgettable series!
Bailey left her small town of Ministry, Alabama, years ago, to pursue her Hollywood career. She comes back home a few weeks before Christmas, needing a miracle to save her company’s holiday film that just lost its winter wonderland location. While there, working with her team to put the movie together, she’s brought back to the place of small town friends & family that know how to make an unforgettable southern Christmas. Of course, her soulmate, Seth, who was left behind in her dust, is still there and the sparks are, too. There’s hope as the pair pick right back up and maybe have a chance of making a life together in Ministry.
This book brings joy with a small town we all want to be a part of, especIally this time of year. I was filled with happiness while reading this uplifting story.
Now, I need to go back to Ministry and read the other books in this unforgettable series!
October 19, 2020
I love Christmas stories and am always ready to sit down and read them. This one is book five in a small town series. Honestly, I didn’t know it was book 5 when I started it. Bailey is a location scout for a big time Hollywood movie but the film has to change locations last minute. She, eager to please, suggests her hometown in Alabama. Of course, the ex she left is now the sheriff and the one she needs to work with to secure permission to film.
I don’t know if this was her intention, however, I was getting Sweet Home Alabama vibes throughout the book. I could see Reese playing Bailey as her big city job descends on a town that is just as sleepy as it is picturesque.
The story was predictable in the sense that you know how it’s going to turn out...mostly because you’re hoping it’ll take that route. However, I enjoyed the journey getting there. This is just the book, though I’d start with book 1, to get you in the spirit of the holiday.
I don’t know if this was her intention, however, I was getting Sweet Home Alabama vibes throughout the book. I could see Reese playing Bailey as her big city job descends on a town that is just as sleepy as it is picturesque.
The story was predictable in the sense that you know how it’s going to turn out...mostly because you’re hoping it’ll take that route. However, I enjoyed the journey getting there. This is just the book, though I’d start with book 1, to get you in the spirit of the holiday.
November 2, 2020
Noel, Alabama is the fifth book in the Alabama series by Susan Sands. I loved this second chance love story. Bailey left her best friend and love of her life to chase her dreams. After losing her mom at a young age Bailey left her family, her love Seth, and home town to find what she is missing in her life, only to come home 12 years later to realize everything she needed was right their. Will she be able to rekindle the love she left behind and find her place in Ministry. The characters are likeable and loved. An the small town feel you get from Ministry is very warm and welcoming. All together this book is a wonderfully written Christmas story to read.
Although this book is part of a series it can be read as a sand alone. Only thing is that after reading the first book, I will say that I will definitely be going back and reading the others in this series. I received a ARC of this book from the publisher and all thoughts and opinions are my own.
Although this book is part of a series it can be read as a sand alone. Only thing is that after reading the first book, I will say that I will definitely be going back and reading the others in this series. I received a ARC of this book from the publisher and all thoughts and opinions are my own.
October 19, 2020
Noel, Alabama by Susan Sands is her fifth Alabama book. It is a story of coming to terms with loss, remembering the good, recouping the possible, but most of all finding yourself and the love you left behind. As the description stated Ministry, Alabama absolutely knows how to celebrate Christmas. That is exactly what Bailey Boone needs. Honestly in this time of so much still being cancelled it is what we all need. Experiencing it with Bailey and former sweetheart Sheriff Seth McKay is a blessing for them and us.
You can go home again, wiser, and older. You can find the parts of yourself that you left behind. You can find love, community, and family. This enjoyable story reminds us.
An ARC of the book was given to me by Tule Publishing which I voluntarily chose to read and reviewed. All thoughts and opinions are my own.
You can go home again, wiser, and older. You can find the parts of yourself that you left behind. You can find love, community, and family. This enjoyable story reminds us.
An ARC of the book was given to me by Tule Publishing which I voluntarily chose to read and reviewed. All thoughts and opinions are my own.
December 19, 2020
Christmas in Noel, Alabama, is like Christmas nowhere else. Or so it feels like to Bailey Boone who has returned back to her hometown which she left over a decade ago. Bailey is coming back to Noel with a film crew and cast to finish filming a holiday movie. Bailey left Noel twelve years ago to build a film career leaving behind her boyfriend, Seth McKay.
Sheriff Seth McKay has moved on but has never forgotten Bailey. And now she is back in town. Despite the years that have passed , their chemistry is still there. Can Seth and Bailey find a way back together? Well of course since this is a romance but the journey they take is where the fun is.
This is a short sweet holiday novel to while away a cold weekend.
I did receive a copy of this novel from the publisher in exchange for a fair and unbiased review.
Sheriff Seth McKay has moved on but has never forgotten Bailey. And now she is back in town. Despite the years that have passed , their chemistry is still there. Can Seth and Bailey find a way back together? Well of course since this is a romance but the journey they take is where the fun is.
This is a short sweet holiday novel to while away a cold weekend.
I did receive a copy of this novel from the publisher in exchange for a fair and unbiased review.
September 17, 2020
A little holiday spirit, just in time!
I grew up in Alabama so I always love reading stories that bring me back to my roots and “Noel, Alabama” did not disappoint. A second chances love story that reads like a Lifetime movie; charming, sweet, and a delightful blend of down-home plus a touch of Hollywood. “Noel” explores the idea of what it feels like to grow up in a small town, move on to a much bigger city life, and then to re-visit the town and one’s former self and the complicated feelings that brings.
Set in Christmas-y town of Ministry, Alabama, “Noel” presents itself as an old ornament, a symbol for a time forgotten that’s worth re-visiting. This will be a great one to read curled up next to a fireplace this holiday season!
I grew up in Alabama so I always love reading stories that bring me back to my roots and “Noel, Alabama” did not disappoint. A second chances love story that reads like a Lifetime movie; charming, sweet, and a delightful blend of down-home plus a touch of Hollywood. “Noel” explores the idea of what it feels like to grow up in a small town, move on to a much bigger city life, and then to re-visit the town and one’s former self and the complicated feelings that brings.
Set in Christmas-y town of Ministry, Alabama, “Noel” presents itself as an old ornament, a symbol for a time forgotten that’s worth re-visiting. This will be a great one to read curled up next to a fireplace this holiday season!
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