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The Post Box at the North Pole
Sasha Hansley hates Christmas. As a child, it was her favourite time of year, but ever since the tragic death of her mother, it has completely lost its magic.
But when she gets an unexpected phone call from her eccentric estranged father, she’s forced to dust off her snow boots.
He has been running a Lapland style Christmas village in Norway and after suffering a heart attack, he is on strict doctor’s orders to slow down. Eager to reconnect with her dad, Sasha books the next flight out there. Only she has never actually been on a plane before, let alone to the Arctic Circle.
Met at the runway by drop-dead-gorgeous Taavi Salvesen, they sleigh ride through the snow with the Northern Lights guiding their way.
When Sasha uncovers sacks of unopened Santa mail – letters that children and adults from all over the world write to Santa every year – she realises that she can send a little bit of magic out into the world by replying to some of them.
With Taavi on hand to help, will Sasha rediscover her own excitement for Christmas and find love among the letters?
But when she gets an unexpected phone call from her eccentric estranged father, she’s forced to dust off her snow boots.
He has been running a Lapland style Christmas village in Norway and after suffering a heart attack, he is on strict doctor’s orders to slow down. Eager to reconnect with her dad, Sasha books the next flight out there. Only she has never actually been on a plane before, let alone to the Arctic Circle.
Met at the runway by drop-dead-gorgeous Taavi Salvesen, they sleigh ride through the snow with the Northern Lights guiding their way.
When Sasha uncovers sacks of unopened Santa mail – letters that children and adults from all over the world write to Santa every year – she realises that she can send a little bit of magic out into the world by replying to some of them.
With Taavi on hand to help, will Sasha rediscover her own excitement for Christmas and find love among the letters?
347 pages, Kindle Edition
Published October 18, 2021
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About the author
Jaimie Admans
32 books711 followersJaimie is a 32-year-old English-sounding Welsh girl with an awkward-to-spell name. She lives in South Wales and enjoys writing, gardening, watching horror movies, and drinking tea, although she’s seriously considering marrying her coffee machine. She loves autumn and winter, and singing songs from musicals despite the fact she’s got the voice of a dying hyena. She hates spiders, hot weather, and cheese & onion crisps. She spends far too much time on Twitter and owns too many pairs of boots.
She will never have time to read all the books she wants to read.
She is the author of chick-lit romantic comedies The Chateau of Happily Ever Afters and Kismetology, and she has also written young-adult romantic comedies Afterlife Academy, Not Pretty Enough, and North Pole Reform School.
She will never have time to read all the books she wants to read.
She is the author of chick-lit romantic comedies The Chateau of Happily Ever Afters and Kismetology, and she has also written young-adult romantic comedies Afterlife Academy, Not Pretty Enough, and North Pole Reform School.
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January 3, 2022
In a Nutshell: If only I had managed to read this in time for Christmas! This was a heartwarming read, albeit with minor writing issues. My quest for a beautiful and magical Christmas story of 2021 finally ended a couple of days into the New Year.
Story:
What I loved about the book:
😍 To the ladies and gentlemen whose romantic thoughts centre around human males: May I present to you the potential fictional crush of your dreams, Taavi Salvesan! A gentle giant in the true sense of the word, Taavi is tall, muscular, gorgeous, intelligent, sensitive, caring, practical, humorous, hardworking, sacrificing, and a great cook. At the same time, he is also emotionally broken, too independent for his own good, and loves to hide under the blanket excuse of "I’m fine”. I loved his character and the way his heart-breaking past is shown to affect his present. His vulnerability under his physical strength was his biggest appeal.
😍 Matching Taavi’s persona wouldn’t have been so easy but Sasha does a pretty good job. Her character is also portrayed very realistically. Though she is pint-sized, she is strong of will and heart. A lovely complement to Taavi.
😍 If you ever make a checklist of what a Christmas romance should contain, this book will tick every single item on that list. It’s perfect for the season.
😍 This is the third book I’ve read in the recent past that happens to be set in the Arctic Circle. And of the three, this book tackles the Arctic the best. The storyline merges the cold weather and the winter wonderland kind of feel without taking it too far. Not to forget, the Northern lights make their presence felt strongly and wonderfully.
😍 The book is a very quick read and yet it depicts the main characters and their emotions quite well. As the focus stays primarily on Sasha and Taavi, their characters are quite appealing.
😍 Every chapter begins with a child's letter to Santa. And these range from cute to hilarious to outright bossy! I loved every single one of these.
😍 In addition to the above mini-epistles, there is a whole track related to the letters that children from across the world send to Santa. This track too was heartwarming, even if exaggerated at times.
😍 There is a whole sub-segment about reindeer and this was so good! Perfect for Christmas!
What I found okayish about the book:
😕 The secondary characters don’t get paid much attention throughout the story. It is mainly Sasha and Taavi. A bit more background or detailing about the other characters would have helped. Also, there are certain story elements that are left dangling. While I agree that they weren’t the prime focus of the main plot, it would have been nice to have received closure, especially on the arc connected to Taavi’s family. The father-daughter relationship between Sasha and her dad didn’t come out as believable because of this same incomplete approach.
😕 There are many repeated phrases or actions in the character sketches. Sasha’s raised eyebrows and her giggles, and Taavi’s strong arms and his blushing cheeks, find a mention in almost every chapter they are in. There can be too much of a good thing!
😕 A few scenes in the final quarter went somewhat over-the-top (either in terms of believability or in their saccharine sweetness.) I know I should ignore this factor considering the story and the genre, but the logical side of me still wants to complain about it. My rating was a more-or-less steady 4.5 until the final quarter.
What I disliked about the book:
😢 This story has spoiled all chances of me enjoying any future family vacations with its description of the Christmas village. Nothing will ever match up to the extraordinary picture I built up in my head about this Norwegian Christmas destination. Sigh!
Overall, it is still a pretty good holiday romance, offering you the right combo of Norwegian chills and Christmas warmth. If you ignore the minor writing issues, it’s a gorgeous story set in a gorgeous location. Do try!
My thanks to HQ, HQ Digital, and NetGalley for the ARC of “The Post Box at the North Pole”. This review is voluntary and contains my honest opinion about the book.
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Story:
Sasha Hansley isn’t a big fan of Christmas, though she loved it as a child. After her mother passed away, her dad left her in the care of her strict maternal grandma. As such, Christmas memories became dull rather than magical. But now, after all these years, Sasha has received a phone call from her dad all the way from Norway, asking her to come urgently to help him out at his Christmas-themed holiday village as the doctor has told him to slow down after a heart attack. Homebody Sasha, who hasn’t ever left the UK and hates travelling, has no choice but to leave for Norway, where she works along with her father’s right hand man, Taavi Salvesan, to get the holiday village up and running again. When she discovers sacks of letters written by children to Santa, she unknowingly sets into motion a complete image transformation for the little village. Will Sasha finally rediscover the magic of Christmas?
The story is written in the first person perspective of Sasha.
What I loved about the book:
😍 To the ladies and gentlemen whose romantic thoughts centre around human males: May I present to you the potential fictional crush of your dreams, Taavi Salvesan! A gentle giant in the true sense of the word, Taavi is tall, muscular, gorgeous, intelligent, sensitive, caring, practical, humorous, hardworking, sacrificing, and a great cook. At the same time, he is also emotionally broken, too independent for his own good, and loves to hide under the blanket excuse of "I’m fine”. I loved his character and the way his heart-breaking past is shown to affect his present. His vulnerability under his physical strength was his biggest appeal.
😍 Matching Taavi’s persona wouldn’t have been so easy but Sasha does a pretty good job. Her character is also portrayed very realistically. Though she is pint-sized, she is strong of will and heart. A lovely complement to Taavi.
😍 If you ever make a checklist of what a Christmas romance should contain, this book will tick every single item on that list. It’s perfect for the season.
😍 This is the third book I’ve read in the recent past that happens to be set in the Arctic Circle. And of the three, this book tackles the Arctic the best. The storyline merges the cold weather and the winter wonderland kind of feel without taking it too far. Not to forget, the Northern lights make their presence felt strongly and wonderfully.
😍 The book is a very quick read and yet it depicts the main characters and their emotions quite well. As the focus stays primarily on Sasha and Taavi, their characters are quite appealing.
😍 Every chapter begins with a child's letter to Santa. And these range from cute to hilarious to outright bossy! I loved every single one of these.
😍 In addition to the above mini-epistles, there is a whole track related to the letters that children from across the world send to Santa. This track too was heartwarming, even if exaggerated at times.
😍 There is a whole sub-segment about reindeer and this was so good! Perfect for Christmas!
What I found okayish about the book:
😕 The secondary characters don’t get paid much attention throughout the story. It is mainly Sasha and Taavi. A bit more background or detailing about the other characters would have helped. Also, there are certain story elements that are left dangling. While I agree that they weren’t the prime focus of the main plot, it would have been nice to have received closure, especially on the arc connected to Taavi’s family. The father-daughter relationship between Sasha and her dad didn’t come out as believable because of this same incomplete approach.
😕 There are many repeated phrases or actions in the character sketches. Sasha’s raised eyebrows and her giggles, and Taavi’s strong arms and his blushing cheeks, find a mention in almost every chapter they are in. There can be too much of a good thing!
😕 A few scenes in the final quarter went somewhat over-the-top (either in terms of believability or in their saccharine sweetness.) I know I should ignore this factor considering the story and the genre, but the logical side of me still wants to complain about it. My rating was a more-or-less steady 4.5 until the final quarter.
What I disliked about the book:
😢 This story has spoiled all chances of me enjoying any future family vacations with its description of the Christmas village. Nothing will ever match up to the extraordinary picture I built up in my head about this Norwegian Christmas destination. Sigh!
Overall, it is still a pretty good holiday romance, offering you the right combo of Norwegian chills and Christmas warmth. If you ignore the minor writing issues, it’s a gorgeous story set in a gorgeous location. Do try!
My thanks to HQ, HQ Digital, and NetGalley for the ARC of “The Post Box at the North Pole”. This review is voluntary and contains my honest opinion about the book.
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October 1, 2021
The Post Box at the North Pole by Jaimie Admans is a standalone Christmas contemporary romance novel. In this story Sasha Hansley is a bit of a grinch when it comes to Christmas these days with that feeling starting after the loss of her mother. Sasha’s father at that point decided to travel the globe leaving his daughter alone every holiday.
One day Sasha gets a call from her father asking her to come to northern Norway to help him recover from a heart attack. Sasha of course agrees but plans to go to bring her father home with her and sell his property in Norway. Once the plane lands a man, Taavi, waits for Sasha at the airport her father has sent and much to Sasha’s surprise intends for them to travel by dog sled.
Sasha can’t get over how remote her father’s property actually is and is even more surprised to see it’s some kind of Christmas village. Taavi is running a reindeer rescue and helping her father with his rental cabins and property. Sasha still plans to sell but she soon finds herself caught up in all the letters to Santa and trying to help.
I have read a few other books by Jaimie Admans so I had a feeling of what to expect going into this one and at the top of my list was how she manages to bring her settings to life. For the time I spend reading this story I could just imagine the village and the Northern lights perfectly. Everything going on in the story kept the pages turning as I settled in and began to love the characters. There was just one little part that I questioned but overall I had this one at four and a half stars and really enjoyed the Christmas magic.
I received an advance copy from the publisher via NetGalley.
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One day Sasha gets a call from her father asking her to come to northern Norway to help him recover from a heart attack. Sasha of course agrees but plans to go to bring her father home with her and sell his property in Norway. Once the plane lands a man, Taavi, waits for Sasha at the airport her father has sent and much to Sasha’s surprise intends for them to travel by dog sled.
Sasha can’t get over how remote her father’s property actually is and is even more surprised to see it’s some kind of Christmas village. Taavi is running a reindeer rescue and helping her father with his rental cabins and property. Sasha still plans to sell but she soon finds herself caught up in all the letters to Santa and trying to help.
I have read a few other books by Jaimie Admans so I had a feeling of what to expect going into this one and at the top of my list was how she manages to bring her settings to life. For the time I spend reading this story I could just imagine the village and the Northern lights perfectly. Everything going on in the story kept the pages turning as I settled in and began to love the characters. There was just one little part that I questioned but overall I had this one at four and a half stars and really enjoyed the Christmas magic.
I received an advance copy from the publisher via NetGalley.
For more reviews please visit https://carriesbookreviews.com/
November 28, 2021
4 Feel Good Stars
This is such a sweet, uplifting and magical Christmas story. It’s just delightfully light and fun. The setting is a charming winter wonderland called North Pole Forest in Norway which is part Santa Claus village, part reindeer rehab facility. The author, Jaimie Admans, describes every inch of it so perfectly you’ll be ready to book a flight whether it’s real or not.
The slow building relationship between Sasha and Taavi is right out of a Hallmark Christmas movie. Clean and sweet. If you want to read Christmas smut, this ain’t it. I don’t even know if Christmas smut is a thing, either way this ain’t that. It’s sweet like hot cocoa, reindeer sleigh rides and holding hands under the Northern Lights. I loved this charming festive book.
This is such a sweet, uplifting and magical Christmas story. It’s just delightfully light and fun. The setting is a charming winter wonderland called North Pole Forest in Norway which is part Santa Claus village, part reindeer rehab facility. The author, Jaimie Admans, describes every inch of it so perfectly you’ll be ready to book a flight whether it’s real or not.
The slow building relationship between Sasha and Taavi is right out of a Hallmark Christmas movie. Clean and sweet. If you want to read Christmas smut, this ain’t it. I don’t even know if Christmas smut is a thing, either way this ain’t that. It’s sweet like hot cocoa, reindeer sleigh rides and holding hands under the Northern Lights. I loved this charming festive book.
September 16, 2021
Dear Santa
Please can you have a word with the heads of Disney, and get The Post Box at the North Pole by Jaimie Admans turned into a blockbuster Christmas movie, so that the whole world can remember the magic of Christmas!
Many thanks
Rachel x
Do you believe in Christmas magic? Do you still believe in Santa? Well even if you are a bit of a cynic this book will have you rediscovering the joy of the festive season.
And as a believer already, it is the most magical, heartwarming, festive feeling book I've read so far this year and is likely to be up there with my all time top Christmas reads. I'm ready to put up my tree in September, and start listening to Christmas music already, just from reading this book.
Without a doubt this is Jaimie Admans best book yet, and I thought her previous Christmas books were marvellous, but this one ramps it up another gear even more. No idea how she can even try to top it next year, as this is Christmas perfection.
I mean it's set at the North Pole Forest, in Norway above the Arctic circle, and its pure magic. Although it's not really quite as spectacular as it was in its heyday, and the area really needs some new energy and repairs, but by the sounds of it, it used to be as spectacular as the Santa's workshops in films such at The Santa Clause and The Santa Claus movie.
For there really is a Santa, he is real, but most of all what is so special about this book are all letters to Santa, and just what an impact replying to some of them can have.
I truly believe this needs to become the next big Disney Christmas movie, it's the wrong setting for Hallmark, and I know Disney would turn it into an amazing film, it just that good and it needs to be seen on a big screen!
There is romance, there is past tragedies, there are reindeer, oh so many reindeer, there's snow, and above all there is belief. Belief in the Christmas spirit, and in Nisse (elves), and Christmas wishes, and so much more besides.
And there is Tav who I have completely fallen in love with, and will happily fight with Sasha for!
So so much amazingness is contained within these pages, that if you only read one Christmas book this year, you need to make it this one. Especially if you just love reading books that really are about the spirit of the season!
Thank you to HQ Digital and Netgalley for this copy which I have reviewed honestly and voluntarily.
Please can you have a word with the heads of Disney, and get The Post Box at the North Pole by Jaimie Admans turned into a blockbuster Christmas movie, so that the whole world can remember the magic of Christmas!
Many thanks
Rachel x
Do you believe in Christmas magic? Do you still believe in Santa? Well even if you are a bit of a cynic this book will have you rediscovering the joy of the festive season.
And as a believer already, it is the most magical, heartwarming, festive feeling book I've read so far this year and is likely to be up there with my all time top Christmas reads. I'm ready to put up my tree in September, and start listening to Christmas music already, just from reading this book.
Without a doubt this is Jaimie Admans best book yet, and I thought her previous Christmas books were marvellous, but this one ramps it up another gear even more. No idea how she can even try to top it next year, as this is Christmas perfection.
I mean it's set at the North Pole Forest, in Norway above the Arctic circle, and its pure magic. Although it's not really quite as spectacular as it was in its heyday, and the area really needs some new energy and repairs, but by the sounds of it, it used to be as spectacular as the Santa's workshops in films such at The Santa Clause and The Santa Claus movie.
For there really is a Santa, he is real, but most of all what is so special about this book are all letters to Santa, and just what an impact replying to some of them can have.
I truly believe this needs to become the next big Disney Christmas movie, it's the wrong setting for Hallmark, and I know Disney would turn it into an amazing film, it just that good and it needs to be seen on a big screen!
There is romance, there is past tragedies, there are reindeer, oh so many reindeer, there's snow, and above all there is belief. Belief in the Christmas spirit, and in Nisse (elves), and Christmas wishes, and so much more besides.
And there is Tav who I have completely fallen in love with, and will happily fight with Sasha for!
So so much amazingness is contained within these pages, that if you only read one Christmas book this year, you need to make it this one. Especially if you just love reading books that really are about the spirit of the season!
Thank you to HQ Digital and Netgalley for this copy which I have reviewed honestly and voluntarily.
November 10, 2024
Honestly, this was just the same book as the two other Jaimie Admans book I've read.
February 28, 2022
The Post Box at the North Pole is a magical holiday read. It will take you back to a time when you believed in the goodness of the holidays with no stress or worries and it was all just a magical time that made you happy and excited.
This heartwarming holiday romance will get you in the mood for Christmas and relax you. I haven't read such a feel good pick me up book in quite awhile. There are holiday descriptions on every page from gingerbread flavoured coffee to the holiday shops. Taking place in Norway the descriptions are marvelous and you get to enjoy all the snow references without even getting cold.
I can't recommend this book enough!
Pub Date 18 Oct 2021
I was given a complimentary copy of this book.
All opinions expressed are my own.
This heartwarming holiday romance will get you in the mood for Christmas and relax you. I haven't read such a feel good pick me up book in quite awhile. There are holiday descriptions on every page from gingerbread flavoured coffee to the holiday shops. Taking place in Norway the descriptions are marvelous and you get to enjoy all the snow references without even getting cold.
I can't recommend this book enough!
Pub Date 18 Oct 2021
I was given a complimentary copy of this book.
All opinions expressed are my own.
December 15, 2021
If you are struggling to get in the festive mood this Christmas, then look no further! This book is brimming over with Christmas spirit and magic, so much so, that I felt addicted to it. I absolutely loved this story and it has to be one of my more favourite Christmas reads that I have read this year (ok, we still have several weeks to go before the big day). This was one book that I could not rush through: addicted to the euphoric high that the story gave me, I wanted to prolong this feeling for as long as possible.
Sasha is a sceptic when it comes to Christmas. Having an absent father for most of her childhood, it would seem that her belief in Christmas magic faded with the death of her mother. When her father phones from Norway to say that he has suffered a heart attack, Sasha is determined to bring him back to the UK once and for all, to reunite them as a family and to spend quality time with her aged parent. However, arriving in the North Pole Forest, Sasha is completely unprepared for the magic of such a wonderful place. With plenty of Christmas cheer, Sasha cannot resist the pull of reindeers, wishes and the Northern Lights. In just a few weeks, Sasha comes to question her attitude towards this festive time of year, with a little help of Tav, and soon realises that the magic of Christmas should not just be for the little ones.
I love Christmas and I thought this book had such a beautiful story. I was captured by the writer’s imagination and loved the concept of the North Pole Forest. It sounded like a dream come true! Admans’ writing is vivid and it felt like a child’s Christmas fantasy all in one place. From the themed log cabins, to the workshops and the loveable reindeers, I felt transported to the snowy climes of Norway. It was a book that I loved to snuggle down and read in the evenings because it was so atmospheric, particularly the descriptions of the Northern Lights. All in all, it felt like I was living vicariously through Sasha and her wonderful experiences.
Tav and Sasha develop a growing relationship over the novel; for the majority, the focus is on friendship and not romance. The background of both characters is interesting and I liked watching how Tav eventually grew to trust Sasha. It takes a long time for him to open up and, like Sasha, I also felt worried about all the work he was doing to keep the North Pole Forest open. He is presented as such a loving, warm and genuine character that I really hoped Sasha would be able to help him relax in the knowledge that she was around to support her father. Tall and brooding with floppy hair, Admans has created a true hero of the story and his personality added to the charm of the story.
Each chapter opens with a child’s letter to Santa. They were equally entertaining and sweet. This adds another element to the story as Sasha takes it upon herself to reply to the thousands of letters that are received at the Forest. I looked forward to reading another letter as each chapter began but was slightly disappointed by how long the chapters were – it meant it took quite a while to read these extracts! The letters range from desiring specific, expensive gifts to concerns about Santa’s health, and I loved how they reinforced the magic that children feel at Christmas. It was truly special.
This is definitely one of my favourite Christmas reads this year and I think it is perfect for the week leading up to Christmas. It has so much magic and sparkle that it will have you reaching for the tinsel and mince pies in no time!
With thanks to HQ Digital and NetGalley for providing me with a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.
Sasha is a sceptic when it comes to Christmas. Having an absent father for most of her childhood, it would seem that her belief in Christmas magic faded with the death of her mother. When her father phones from Norway to say that he has suffered a heart attack, Sasha is determined to bring him back to the UK once and for all, to reunite them as a family and to spend quality time with her aged parent. However, arriving in the North Pole Forest, Sasha is completely unprepared for the magic of such a wonderful place. With plenty of Christmas cheer, Sasha cannot resist the pull of reindeers, wishes and the Northern Lights. In just a few weeks, Sasha comes to question her attitude towards this festive time of year, with a little help of Tav, and soon realises that the magic of Christmas should not just be for the little ones.
I love Christmas and I thought this book had such a beautiful story. I was captured by the writer’s imagination and loved the concept of the North Pole Forest. It sounded like a dream come true! Admans’ writing is vivid and it felt like a child’s Christmas fantasy all in one place. From the themed log cabins, to the workshops and the loveable reindeers, I felt transported to the snowy climes of Norway. It was a book that I loved to snuggle down and read in the evenings because it was so atmospheric, particularly the descriptions of the Northern Lights. All in all, it felt like I was living vicariously through Sasha and her wonderful experiences.
Tav and Sasha develop a growing relationship over the novel; for the majority, the focus is on friendship and not romance. The background of both characters is interesting and I liked watching how Tav eventually grew to trust Sasha. It takes a long time for him to open up and, like Sasha, I also felt worried about all the work he was doing to keep the North Pole Forest open. He is presented as such a loving, warm and genuine character that I really hoped Sasha would be able to help him relax in the knowledge that she was around to support her father. Tall and brooding with floppy hair, Admans has created a true hero of the story and his personality added to the charm of the story.
Each chapter opens with a child’s letter to Santa. They were equally entertaining and sweet. This adds another element to the story as Sasha takes it upon herself to reply to the thousands of letters that are received at the Forest. I looked forward to reading another letter as each chapter began but was slightly disappointed by how long the chapters were – it meant it took quite a while to read these extracts! The letters range from desiring specific, expensive gifts to concerns about Santa’s health, and I loved how they reinforced the magic that children feel at Christmas. It was truly special.
This is definitely one of my favourite Christmas reads this year and I think it is perfect for the week leading up to Christmas. It has so much magic and sparkle that it will have you reaching for the tinsel and mince pies in no time!
With thanks to HQ Digital and NetGalley for providing me with a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.
November 12, 2021
The Post box At The North Pole brings you back to a time where you still believed in magic.
Jaimie Admans sprinkled her story with the holiday spirit, her writing was enticing and her depictions so real it feels like you are under the enchanting spectacle of the northern lights, but without the cold.
Sasha has just lost her latest dead end job when her father calls her from Norway asking her to join him at the North Pole Forest. When she arrives she only wants to shut down the Christmas village and take her faher back to Britain, but fate has other plans for her. Sasha meets Tav, the handyman and the reindeer saviour, who will help her to find again the Christmas magic.
Sasha and Tav are strangely drawn to each other, even if the first is disillusioned and the latter maybe believes in magic too much. They are lovely and it was a pleasure to see them grow and change little by little at every turn of page. Their relationship is heartwarming and it was a pleasure to follow them in their journey.
If you want to read just one Christmas book this year choose this one, you won't regret it.
October 11, 2021
This was a truly wonderful story. The descriptions of the snowy place at the North Pole, with all the trimmings really made you feel Christmassy and it’s only October. The characters were so sweet, even the reindeer with all their funny names. This book made me chuckle which is always a plus. I am definitely going to look out for more from this author if this book is anything to go by. My thanks to Netgalley and the publishers for giving me the opportunity to read this book in return for an honest review.
October 18, 2021
5 sparkly Christmas stars
Full disclosure: Jaimie Admans is my best friend. I know that likely makes me at least somewhat biased, but I can say with complete honesty that Jaimie’s books are my happy place. They’re full of magic and love and whimsy and relatable characters. They make me laugh and cry and fill me with joy and hope. I’m so incredibly proud of Jaimie and her books, and I’ll shout about them from the rooftops until I’m hoarse.
I look forward to Jaimie’s Christmas books every year. All of her books are incredible, but her holiday books are something extra special. The Post Box at the North Pole was no different. Need a little magic and whimsy in your life? Want to have a Christmas adventure from the warmth and comfort of your home? This is the book for you.
I loved the setting and felt like I was there in snowy Norway, riding in a dog sled with Sasha, being filled with awe at the sight of the Northern Lights, and caring for the reindeer with Tav. I related to Sasha in many ways and both she and Tav really pulled at my heartstrings. I loved these two together; it made me so happy watching them let down their walls and let each other in. Their interactions made me laugh, swoon, and feel all the feels. By the time I finished reading, I had a huge grin on my face and I was full of the Christmas spirit...in October. Hard to believe, but that’s part of the magic of Jaimie’s books - they can get this autumn and Halloween lover in the Christmas spirit in October!
If you’re looking for a beautiful, heartfelt, funny festive romance, The Post Box at the North Pole is a must read.
Full disclosure: Jaimie Admans is my best friend. I know that likely makes me at least somewhat biased, but I can say with complete honesty that Jaimie’s books are my happy place. They’re full of magic and love and whimsy and relatable characters. They make me laugh and cry and fill me with joy and hope. I’m so incredibly proud of Jaimie and her books, and I’ll shout about them from the rooftops until I’m hoarse.
I look forward to Jaimie’s Christmas books every year. All of her books are incredible, but her holiday books are something extra special. The Post Box at the North Pole was no different. Need a little magic and whimsy in your life? Want to have a Christmas adventure from the warmth and comfort of your home? This is the book for you.
I loved the setting and felt like I was there in snowy Norway, riding in a dog sled with Sasha, being filled with awe at the sight of the Northern Lights, and caring for the reindeer with Tav. I related to Sasha in many ways and both she and Tav really pulled at my heartstrings. I loved these two together; it made me so happy watching them let down their walls and let each other in. Their interactions made me laugh, swoon, and feel all the feels. By the time I finished reading, I had a huge grin on my face and I was full of the Christmas spirit...in October. Hard to believe, but that’s part of the magic of Jaimie’s books - they can get this autumn and Halloween lover in the Christmas spirit in October!
If you’re looking for a beautiful, heartfelt, funny festive romance, The Post Box at the North Pole is a must read.
October 15, 2021
Thanks to NetGalley & the publisher for an ARC in exchange for a honest review.
I'd heard lots of great reviews about Jaimie Admans' books, but this is the first I have read. I definitely plan to read more.
Set in the North Pole Forest, Jaimie Admans has created an amazing & magical world - full of detail and really brought to life. I can picture every part of it. I wish it existed so I could actually visit there myself. I loved the descriptions of the Northern Lights.
The main characters of Sasha and Tav have both had difficult lives but their stories are well written and both characters grow more and more likeable as the book progresses. The other characters in the book are also well written.
The story really focuses on the magic of Christmas. The letters to/from Santa are a lovely touch and remind the reader of how magical this time of year is, especially for children. Sasha rediscovers her love of Christmas - and I think I may have rediscovered some of mine.
The only downside - I wish I had been reading it in December rather than October!
I'd heard lots of great reviews about Jaimie Admans' books, but this is the first I have read. I definitely plan to read more.
Set in the North Pole Forest, Jaimie Admans has created an amazing & magical world - full of detail and really brought to life. I can picture every part of it. I wish it existed so I could actually visit there myself. I loved the descriptions of the Northern Lights.
The main characters of Sasha and Tav have both had difficult lives but their stories are well written and both characters grow more and more likeable as the book progresses. The other characters in the book are also well written.
The story really focuses on the magic of Christmas. The letters to/from Santa are a lovely touch and remind the reader of how magical this time of year is, especially for children. Sasha rediscovers her love of Christmas - and I think I may have rediscovered some of mine.
The only downside - I wish I had been reading it in December rather than October!
October 26, 2021
Where do I start?
OK, let me set the scene....
Imagine, you are sat in the biggest, cosies chair, a gorgeous soft handmade blanket over you, a log fire crackling in the background whilst you watch the snow falling outside, all whilst drinking a hot minty chocolate drink.
THAT is how reading this book makes you feel!
So amazingly christmassy, with tales of reindeer, santa, sleigh rides and lots of letters this is a perfect book to get you into the Christmas mood.
This could so easily be made into a film or a children's book without too many changes.
I absolutely fell in love with each character and it was wonderful that there was not too many people so you could concentrate on the important ones. Each character definitely brought their own part of the story alive.
I want to jump right in and live in the North Pole forest!
Thank you Jaimie Admans for such a glorious story that I emerged myself in, could almost smell and touch but when closing my eyes, I was there!
OK, let me set the scene....
Imagine, you are sat in the biggest, cosies chair, a gorgeous soft handmade blanket over you, a log fire crackling in the background whilst you watch the snow falling outside, all whilst drinking a hot minty chocolate drink.
THAT is how reading this book makes you feel!
So amazingly christmassy, with tales of reindeer, santa, sleigh rides and lots of letters this is a perfect book to get you into the Christmas mood.
This could so easily be made into a film or a children's book without too many changes.
I absolutely fell in love with each character and it was wonderful that there was not too many people so you could concentrate on the important ones. Each character definitely brought their own part of the story alive.
I want to jump right in and live in the North Pole forest!
Thank you Jaimie Admans for such a glorious story that I emerged myself in, could almost smell and touch but when closing my eyes, I was there!
October 29, 2021
I'm not big on the festive season per se but I adore Christmas reads for some reason. I think it's because you get all of the Xmas feels but without any of the hassles! The Post Box at the North Pole by Jaimie Admans was right up my street. The author has written a beautifully romantic story - from the Northern Lights to the Norwegian Christmas traditions this is a magical tale and you can almost smell the mulled wine and hear the reindeer's jingling bells with each turn of the page. One of my favourite festive reads so far this year.
I received a complimentary copy of this novel at my request from HQ Digital via NetGalley. This review is my own unbiased opinion.
I received a complimentary copy of this novel at my request from HQ Digital via NetGalley. This review is my own unbiased opinion.
October 18, 2021
Review published in: https://diagnosisbookaholic.blogspot....
Dear Santa, could you please book me a cabin for a week in your village. I’m coming to visit next Christmas!
The post box at the North Pole was such a delightful read and a fantastic way to get into Christmas mood…in October, cause it’s never too early to start reading Christmas stories, and even better if they’re set in Santa’s village.
Sasha hates Christmas but when her estranged father suffers a heart attack she hast to go help him run a Christmas village resort in Norway. She stopped believing in Santa a long time ago but will this new setting and gorgeous elf make her get back her Christmas spirit?
The story was so friggin’ cute! From the location, to the cabins, to the reindeers, to the characters (even though I would have slapped Sasha sometimes). I had a huge smile over my face for the most part. And the time I was not smiling was because I was crying big fat tears over some of the letters Santa received.
The writing was so vivid I could picture myself in the North Pole Forest watching the northern lights, having a chocolate or feeding the reindeers some lichen. I usually hate the cold but I would gladly suffer through it to live some of the experiences described here.
Sasha was a bit set in her ways and so small minded sometimes that it was a bit hard to believe she was only 36 yo. And what about Tav? OMG! He was just like a huge care bear, gruffness and all! He was so adorable I think I feel in love with him a little bit too. I loved how Sasha slowly brought him out of his shell.
The post box at the North Pole was that kind of story that makes you feel warm and cozy even when you’re reading about -20ºC temperatures. I will definitely check some of the author’s backlist.
Thanks to NetGalley and HQ for providing an eARC in exchange for an honest review and to Rachel’s Random Resources for the spot in the blog tour.
Dear Santa, could you please book me a cabin for a week in your village. I’m coming to visit next Christmas!
The post box at the North Pole was such a delightful read and a fantastic way to get into Christmas mood…in October, cause it’s never too early to start reading Christmas stories, and even better if they’re set in Santa’s village.
Sasha hates Christmas but when her estranged father suffers a heart attack she hast to go help him run a Christmas village resort in Norway. She stopped believing in Santa a long time ago but will this new setting and gorgeous elf make her get back her Christmas spirit?
The story was so friggin’ cute! From the location, to the cabins, to the reindeers, to the characters (even though I would have slapped Sasha sometimes). I had a huge smile over my face for the most part. And the time I was not smiling was because I was crying big fat tears over some of the letters Santa received.
The writing was so vivid I could picture myself in the North Pole Forest watching the northern lights, having a chocolate or feeding the reindeers some lichen. I usually hate the cold but I would gladly suffer through it to live some of the experiences described here.
Sasha was a bit set in her ways and so small minded sometimes that it was a bit hard to believe she was only 36 yo. And what about Tav? OMG! He was just like a huge care bear, gruffness and all! He was so adorable I think I feel in love with him a little bit too. I loved how Sasha slowly brought him out of his shell.
The post box at the North Pole was that kind of story that makes you feel warm and cozy even when you’re reading about -20ºC temperatures. I will definitely check some of the author’s backlist.
Thanks to NetGalley and HQ for providing an eARC in exchange for an honest review and to Rachel’s Random Resources for the spot in the blog tour.
October 17, 2021
Dear Santa, If my Christmas presents are made by elves in the North Pole, why do they all have 'Made in China' written on them? From Milo
Sasha Hansley finds herself at a loose end after losing her job, so when she gets a call from her dad, who she very rarely sees because he's always off on some adventure, she decides there's nothing to stop her from going to see him. He's just suffered a heart attack and needs her help, eager to see him she agrees to fly to Norway, this is a big thing for Sash, as she's never flown anywhere before. Taavi Salvesen, a hunk of a Norwegian man, meets Sash at the airport and takes her to the North Pole Forest on a husky led sleigh and she's in awe when she sees the spectacular Northern Lights, a phenomenon she's only ever dreamed of. On arrival she's amazed to see her dad has been running a struggling Christmas village, with him playing Santa, and when she uncovers sacks of unopened mail, written by children from all over the world, she decides to start replying to some of them, can she rediscover the magic of Christmas herself whilst sending some of that magic around the world?
The Post Box at the North Pole is everything you'd expect from Christmas; the idyllic forest setting, Santa's grotto, reindeers, elves and so much more, what is there not to love? Even the biggest bah humbug would find their heart melting after reading this. I adored everything about this book, it's such a well crafted story with adorable characters, full of magic and festive joy. I loved how the author started every chapter with a letter to Santa, many of them quite amusing. Her writing is so descriptive, transporting the reader right into the very heart of the story and if you closed your eyes you'd be right there in the North Pole Forest alongside Sash, Tav and Percy, witnessing that magic for yourself. It's a tale of love, hope, trust and belief. This is such an exquisite book and the epitome of a festive read. It's the first I've read by Admans, but it certainly won't be the last!
I'd like to thank HQ and Netgalley for the auto approval, I will post my review on Amazon and Goodreads.
Sasha Hansley finds herself at a loose end after losing her job, so when she gets a call from her dad, who she very rarely sees because he's always off on some adventure, she decides there's nothing to stop her from going to see him. He's just suffered a heart attack and needs her help, eager to see him she agrees to fly to Norway, this is a big thing for Sash, as she's never flown anywhere before. Taavi Salvesen, a hunk of a Norwegian man, meets Sash at the airport and takes her to the North Pole Forest on a husky led sleigh and she's in awe when she sees the spectacular Northern Lights, a phenomenon she's only ever dreamed of. On arrival she's amazed to see her dad has been running a struggling Christmas village, with him playing Santa, and when she uncovers sacks of unopened mail, written by children from all over the world, she decides to start replying to some of them, can she rediscover the magic of Christmas herself whilst sending some of that magic around the world?
The Post Box at the North Pole is everything you'd expect from Christmas; the idyllic forest setting, Santa's grotto, reindeers, elves and so much more, what is there not to love? Even the biggest bah humbug would find their heart melting after reading this. I adored everything about this book, it's such a well crafted story with adorable characters, full of magic and festive joy. I loved how the author started every chapter with a letter to Santa, many of them quite amusing. Her writing is so descriptive, transporting the reader right into the very heart of the story and if you closed your eyes you'd be right there in the North Pole Forest alongside Sash, Tav and Percy, witnessing that magic for yourself. It's a tale of love, hope, trust and belief. This is such an exquisite book and the epitome of a festive read. It's the first I've read by Admans, but it certainly won't be the last!
I'd like to thank HQ and Netgalley for the auto approval, I will post my review on Amazon and Goodreads.
September 22, 2021
One of my favourite lines in the story...."The happiest people are those who embrace things they love without shame." I absolutely adored this story, it's so full of feel good moments and humour, your heart will be brimming with the magic of Christmas. How wonderful it would be if the North Pole Forest was an actual place, I'd definitely be there!!! Just the themed cabins alone would have me packing my bags to stay in one of them:)
Sasha and Taavi are so perfect together but they each have their personal issues and it might just take Santa to make things right between them:) I loved how Sasha got into the letters from the children to Santa and started to answer them, as well as send little gifts. I would so enjoy doing that too!! As for Taavi, well he's such a swoon worthy hero and there's not much he can't do!!! All in all, a truly lovely story.
I received an ARC of this book via NetGalley and am voluntarily leaving an honest review.
Sasha and Taavi are so perfect together but they each have their personal issues and it might just take Santa to make things right between them:) I loved how Sasha got into the letters from the children to Santa and started to answer them, as well as send little gifts. I would so enjoy doing that too!! As for Taavi, well he's such a swoon worthy hero and there's not much he can't do!!! All in all, a truly lovely story.
I received an ARC of this book via NetGalley and am voluntarily leaving an honest review.
September 22, 2021
The perfect festive read - a brilliant, magical sleigh ride of a feel good story which made me want to put out the mince pies for Father Christmas and put the tree up. Jaimie Admans has once again written a beautifully romantic story - from the Northern Lights to the Norwegian Christmas traditions this book has all the feels. You can almost smell the cinnamon and hear the reindeer bells with the turn of every page. One of my favourite festive reads for sure.
September 21, 2021
Oh gosh!! if you love Christmas (I do) this is the cutest, most magIcally Christmassy read ever, it's set at the North Pole! it has reindeer! I loved it, its so cosy, warm and sweet.
If you want a warm, magical and festive read you have to curl up with this one, its gorgeous! Sasha's dad is SANTA CLAUS! you can't not love it!
If you want a warm, magical and festive read you have to curl up with this one, its gorgeous! Sasha's dad is SANTA CLAUS! you can't not love it!
December 27, 2021
I have read several bloggers and reviewers say they love Jaimie Admans books and now I get it. This is the first of her books I have read, but it definitely won't be the last. This was such a feel good story. Growing up, Sasha Hansley loved Christmas. Her parents made it magical for her, but when her mother dies in a car accident things changed. Her father, not being able to deal with the loss, leaves her with her Nan, who doesn't want to celebrate Christmas. With her Nan gone now, and her father not coming home in five years, she just wants Christmas to go away. When she receives a phonecall from her dad saying he had a heart attack and needs her, she jumps on a plane (first time in her life) and heads to Lapland where he dad tells her he is running a reindeer sanctuary. Her plan is to help him sell the place and move back to the UK. When she arrives she finds out he wasn't completely truthful, but North Pole Forest begins to help her remember better days and heal the relationship between her and her dad.
This was one of my favourite Christmas stories this year. It is full of festive Christmas activities and Christmas magic. I loved the main characters of Sasha, Taavi (Tav) and Percy. Sasha can't resist the pull of the Northern Lights, Hot Chocolate, Reindeer, Tav's great cooking and the letters to Santa. I loved so much about this story. The way Jaimie Admans takes the myths of Santa and Christmas and relates them to real life was amazing. Seeing the magic through Tav's eyes helps Sasha remember wonderful feelings and events from her past and become happier in the present. I loved the setting in Norway up above the Arctic Circle where reindeer roam and natives leave material for travelers to make a shelter when out in the forests and lakes. I loved how families and children came to celebrate and see Santa. There is another important storyline about Tav and how he ended up in North Pole Forest as well as why he prefers to live alone. I don't want to give the story away, so I will just say, if you are looking for a contemporary romance, a story about family, guilt, forgiveness, and Christmas magic, then this is a book to pick up. I definitely recommend it.
This was one of my favourite Christmas stories this year. It is full of festive Christmas activities and Christmas magic. I loved the main characters of Sasha, Taavi (Tav) and Percy. Sasha can't resist the pull of the Northern Lights, Hot Chocolate, Reindeer, Tav's great cooking and the letters to Santa. I loved so much about this story. The way Jaimie Admans takes the myths of Santa and Christmas and relates them to real life was amazing. Seeing the magic through Tav's eyes helps Sasha remember wonderful feelings and events from her past and become happier in the present. I loved the setting in Norway up above the Arctic Circle where reindeer roam and natives leave material for travelers to make a shelter when out in the forests and lakes. I loved how families and children came to celebrate and see Santa. There is another important storyline about Tav and how he ended up in North Pole Forest as well as why he prefers to live alone. I don't want to give the story away, so I will just say, if you are looking for a contemporary romance, a story about family, guilt, forgiveness, and Christmas magic, then this is a book to pick up. I definitely recommend it.
October 18, 2021
Can I give 10 stars? As it's Christmas why not and this one deserves each and every star i can give.
I'm booking my place at this picture perfect winter wonderland. As you turn the pages you can't help but believe in Christmas magic. This is definetly going to be added to the traditional festive to read pile. Now could someone please make my Christmas wishes come true and make this into a film.
Who still looks up at the skies at night on Christmas Eve? Writes letters to Santa? It's not just about the childlike wonder of Christmas but the hope that anything can happen. Filled my heart with a warm glow.
A heartwarming read filled with the magical northern lights, reindeer sleigh rides, twinkling lights, Santa's village and a very special post box. The wonder of Christmas is on every page. I could taste the peppermint hot chocolate, and those gingerbread waffles sounded divine.
Taavi, I just fell in love with. So much chemistry between Sasha and Tav as they try to turn around the fortunes of the Christmas village. Replying to the letters was just so heartwarming showing what Christmas is about. There's good in the world. That there's always hope. I was smiling and laughing throughout.
Will you believe in the magic of Christmas? A magical, festive delight. Couldn't help but put the Christmas music on, cosy up with a hot chocolate and now may need to replace the Christmas treats 🤣
Thank you to Netgalley and HQ for an ARC in exchange for an honest review
I'm booking my place at this picture perfect winter wonderland. As you turn the pages you can't help but believe in Christmas magic. This is definetly going to be added to the traditional festive to read pile. Now could someone please make my Christmas wishes come true and make this into a film.
Who still looks up at the skies at night on Christmas Eve? Writes letters to Santa? It's not just about the childlike wonder of Christmas but the hope that anything can happen. Filled my heart with a warm glow.
A heartwarming read filled with the magical northern lights, reindeer sleigh rides, twinkling lights, Santa's village and a very special post box. The wonder of Christmas is on every page. I could taste the peppermint hot chocolate, and those gingerbread waffles sounded divine.
Taavi, I just fell in love with. So much chemistry between Sasha and Tav as they try to turn around the fortunes of the Christmas village. Replying to the letters was just so heartwarming showing what Christmas is about. There's good in the world. That there's always hope. I was smiling and laughing throughout.
Will you believe in the magic of Christmas? A magical, festive delight. Couldn't help but put the Christmas music on, cosy up with a hot chocolate and now may need to replace the Christmas treats 🤣
Thank you to Netgalley and HQ for an ARC in exchange for an honest review
November 14, 2022
I love a Christmas book at this time of year so this one set in a Christmas village in Norway should have been just the ticket.
Unfortunately I really struggled with the main character wandering around in minus 20 temperatures in her regular coat and trainers and opening windows for some fresh air. I know that you have to suspend your disbelief with books like this but this was just a bit too much.
The story itself isn’t bad but a bit convoluted towards the end and probably a bit too twee.
Unfortunately I really struggled with the main character wandering around in minus 20 temperatures in her regular coat and trainers and opening windows for some fresh air. I know that you have to suspend your disbelief with books like this but this was just a bit too much.
The story itself isn’t bad but a bit convoluted towards the end and probably a bit too twee.
December 27, 2021
Truth be told I have been savouring this book. I really didn't want it to end. This book really is pure Christmas magic. From the north Pole forest, the reindeer sanctuary and Santa's House and grotto, there isn't a place I would rather visit.
Glass igloos and Christmas themed cabins and to top it all off the magic of love . .
I couldn't have asked for a better book to finish of the year with. This was pure gold for me.
Glass igloos and Christmas themed cabins and to top it all off the magic of love . .
I couldn't have asked for a better book to finish of the year with. This was pure gold for me.
December 16, 2024
3.5 stars rounded up.
Really enjoyed this setting. Would have loved this book if it had cut out maybe 100 pages.
Really enjoyed this setting. Would have loved this book if it had cut out maybe 100 pages.
November 27, 2021
This was my first Christmas book of the year and it did not disappoint. It was a truly wonderful Christmassy story packed full of family and love.
It was rich if descriptions and enough side story to really keep you hooked. Thoroughly enjoyed.
It was rich if descriptions and enough side story to really keep you hooked. Thoroughly enjoyed.
October 21, 2021
I have said it many times on here how much I love Christmas and a Christmas book, well this one came with all the festive feel-good goodness and more.
When I saw the blurb for this book I couldn’t resist, it sounded just like a Christmas Hallmark film (my absolute favourites) and it more than lived up to these expectations.
Sasha plays life safe, that is until she gets a phone call from her Dad in Norway saying he’s had a heart attack and needs her help. She’s on the first plane there and discovers that her dad is living in a Christmas village, one that he owns. Sasha had fallen out of love with Christmas as a child after her mum’s death, and can’t believe that her Dad is living in a place like this, especially one that is falling apart. Whilst there Sasha unearths a room full of Santa mail, letters written to Santa from children and adults, she gets lost in them and decides to start replying to some of them. Sasha starts to rediscover the magic of Christmas but will it be enough to help her Dad.
Sasha is a homebody, she’s unadventurous and flying to Norway pushes her outside her comfort zone. I think Sasha is a true representation for most of us, as you grow up you lose the magic of Christmas, whether that is from growing up or personal events, but what we can learn from Sasha that there is still magic there no matter how old you are, you just have to believe.
Taavi is also a great lovable character. Standoffish at Sasha’s arrival, she slowly uncovers the real Tav hiding underneath the layers.
The Christmas village sounds like absolute heaven. Santa, elves, reindeer, snow, what more could you want? The description of the village is amazing, I feel like I am standing there watching the scenes unfold and it makes me want to go.
And can we just take a moment to admire this cover! It’s gorgeous!
A Christmas village with Christmas romance, I dare you to read this and not feel the Christmas magic.
When I saw the blurb for this book I couldn’t resist, it sounded just like a Christmas Hallmark film (my absolute favourites) and it more than lived up to these expectations.
Sasha plays life safe, that is until she gets a phone call from her Dad in Norway saying he’s had a heart attack and needs her help. She’s on the first plane there and discovers that her dad is living in a Christmas village, one that he owns. Sasha had fallen out of love with Christmas as a child after her mum’s death, and can’t believe that her Dad is living in a place like this, especially one that is falling apart. Whilst there Sasha unearths a room full of Santa mail, letters written to Santa from children and adults, she gets lost in them and decides to start replying to some of them. Sasha starts to rediscover the magic of Christmas but will it be enough to help her Dad.
Sasha is a homebody, she’s unadventurous and flying to Norway pushes her outside her comfort zone. I think Sasha is a true representation for most of us, as you grow up you lose the magic of Christmas, whether that is from growing up or personal events, but what we can learn from Sasha that there is still magic there no matter how old you are, you just have to believe.
Taavi is also a great lovable character. Standoffish at Sasha’s arrival, she slowly uncovers the real Tav hiding underneath the layers.
The Christmas village sounds like absolute heaven. Santa, elves, reindeer, snow, what more could you want? The description of the village is amazing, I feel like I am standing there watching the scenes unfold and it makes me want to go.
And can we just take a moment to admire this cover! It’s gorgeous!
A Christmas village with Christmas romance, I dare you to read this and not feel the Christmas magic.
December 11, 2022
The Post Box at the North Pole, by Jaimie Admans, is easily one of my favorite Christmas books of the year! This is my first book by this author, but it will not be my last! This was such a whimsical, delightfully festive story about healing from past hurts, finding a second chance at love and life, and believing again in the wonder of Christmas.
Sasha Hansley does not like Christmas at all, or believe in Christmas magic, after her father abandoned her years ago, traveling the world seeking his next great adventure, after his wife, Sasha’s mother, passed away. Sasha’s stoic grandmother stepped in and raised her, and while she’s grateful, she obviously has a lot of healing to do.
When her father calls to tell her that he has had a heart attack and needs her help at his current residence, the North Pole Forest, Sasha agrees, even though she never leaves home. With plans to force him to sell the land and return home at long last, Sasha discovers a magical, enchanting, wintery world with her father playing Santa to tourists, a mail room tailor-made to collect notes from children to Santa, and a reindeer rescue farm. Her father is truly happier than she’s seen him in years. He has apparently put down roots at long last. She finds pleasure and purpose in answering the children’s requests in meaningful ways, and discovers the wonders of the season at the guidance of a brooding, aloof man whom she slowly connects with. And the Christmas magic begins…bringing all kinds of changes, with the help of a few poorly named reindeer.
For as sweet and charming as this story is, it’s also quite deep and insightful. It’s almost a quiet, thoughtful story set amongst a Christmas setting. There are times its a tad repetitive and Sasha’s stubborn tunnel vision is at times frustrating, but seeing her childlike delight is heartwarming and the gradual deep-seeded healing that takes place is touching. The story as a whole is beautiful and meaningful, and one I’ll long cherish.
Sasha Hansley does not like Christmas at all, or believe in Christmas magic, after her father abandoned her years ago, traveling the world seeking his next great adventure, after his wife, Sasha’s mother, passed away. Sasha’s stoic grandmother stepped in and raised her, and while she’s grateful, she obviously has a lot of healing to do.
When her father calls to tell her that he has had a heart attack and needs her help at his current residence, the North Pole Forest, Sasha agrees, even though she never leaves home. With plans to force him to sell the land and return home at long last, Sasha discovers a magical, enchanting, wintery world with her father playing Santa to tourists, a mail room tailor-made to collect notes from children to Santa, and a reindeer rescue farm. Her father is truly happier than she’s seen him in years. He has apparently put down roots at long last. She finds pleasure and purpose in answering the children’s requests in meaningful ways, and discovers the wonders of the season at the guidance of a brooding, aloof man whom she slowly connects with. And the Christmas magic begins…bringing all kinds of changes, with the help of a few poorly named reindeer.
For as sweet and charming as this story is, it’s also quite deep and insightful. It’s almost a quiet, thoughtful story set amongst a Christmas setting. There are times its a tad repetitive and Sasha’s stubborn tunnel vision is at times frustrating, but seeing her childlike delight is heartwarming and the gradual deep-seeded healing that takes place is touching. The story as a whole is beautiful and meaningful, and one I’ll long cherish.
October 16, 2021
This book is exactly what I imagine Santa's village at lapland to be like, themed log cabins, Mrs Claus's kitchen, freshly baked goods, full of festive magic and of course Santa himself. It's safe to say that it's not at all what Sasha had imagined she'd be walking into when she agreed to come and help her father after his recent heart attack though. It's been over three years since she last saw him and he's not once mentioned the fact that he's playing Santa and running a Christmas Village almost single handed.
After all, he has the rather hunky giant, Tav, working with him, and it's a good job because the village definitely needs a lot of work doing to it. Within moments of arriving Sasha finds herself chasing a reindeer through the forest (Rudolph number 3 no less) and it really does feel like she's been transported to another world and not just another country.
It's clear that the village is struggling, the cabins all need work doing to them, there are no staff left and all of the once loved buildings have been left to the dust. And then of course there's the visitors, or lack of them, Christmas Village is surviving (just) on school visits and occasional day trippers, it's definitely not bringing in enough money to cover all of the work that needs doing and Sasha is more keen that they should sell up and move back home.
That is until she meets the local post lady with a bag full of Santa mail, makes her way back to the abandoned North Pole Forest Post Office and starts to read. I loved reading these letters with Sash and the magic came through the pages of my kindle, as well as the emotion. Such a powerful book and I absolutely loved this, it brought back childhood memories of the utter joy of Christmas and I has made me so ready to get festive!
After all, he has the rather hunky giant, Tav, working with him, and it's a good job because the village definitely needs a lot of work doing to it. Within moments of arriving Sasha finds herself chasing a reindeer through the forest (Rudolph number 3 no less) and it really does feel like she's been transported to another world and not just another country.
It's clear that the village is struggling, the cabins all need work doing to them, there are no staff left and all of the once loved buildings have been left to the dust. And then of course there's the visitors, or lack of them, Christmas Village is surviving (just) on school visits and occasional day trippers, it's definitely not bringing in enough money to cover all of the work that needs doing and Sasha is more keen that they should sell up and move back home.
That is until she meets the local post lady with a bag full of Santa mail, makes her way back to the abandoned North Pole Forest Post Office and starts to read. I loved reading these letters with Sash and the magic came through the pages of my kindle, as well as the emotion. Such a powerful book and I absolutely loved this, it brought back childhood memories of the utter joy of Christmas and I has made me so ready to get festive!
July 31, 2024
☃️ “𝚒 𝚏𝚎𝚎𝚕 𝚕𝚒𝚔𝚎 𝚒’𝚖 𝚙𝚕𝚊𝚢𝚒𝚗𝚐 𝚊 𝚠𝚒𝚗𝚝𝚎𝚛 𝚜𝚌𝚎𝚗𝚎 𝚒𝚗 𝐴𝑛𝑖𝑚𝑎𝑙 𝐶𝑟𝑜𝑠𝑠𝑖𝑛𝑔, 𝚊𝚗𝚍 𝚝𝚑𝚎 𝚜𝚗𝚘𝚠𝚖𝚊𝚗’𝚜 𝚊𝚋𝚘𝚞𝚝 𝚝𝚘 𝚌𝚘𝚖𝚎 𝚝𝚘 𝚕𝚒𝚏𝚎 𝚊𝚗𝚍 𝚘𝚏𝚏𝚎𝚛 𝚖𝚎 𝚏𝚞𝚛𝚗𝚒𝚝𝚞𝚛𝚎.“ ☃️
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The Post Box at the North Pole by Jaimie Admans
5⭐️💙
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𝚃𝚑𝚎 𝙾𝚗𝚎 𝙻𝚒𝚗𝚎𝚛: Sarah (Grinch) tries to convince her dad to stop playing Santa Claus (along w/ a Neanderthal hunk) @ a place he bought in Norway near the Arctic.
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𝙼𝚢 𝚃𝚑𝚘𝚞𝚐𝚑𝚝𝚜: I love Jaimie Admans books! 𝚃𝚑𝚎 𝙿𝚘𝚊𝚝 𝙱𝚘𝚡 𝚊𝚝 𝚝𝚑𝚎 𝙽𝚘𝚛𝚝𝚑 𝙿𝚘𝚕𝚎 is one of my top 5 favorites of 2022 books I read. The Neanderthal hunk is Taavi and he instantly became my book boyfriend. Taavi and Sasha are cute together. I instantly fell in love with Sasha’s sweet dad who bought a Santa Village/ Reindeer sanctuary in Norway… where btw to get one must travel by dog sleds (or snow appropriate vehicles). The story in this was sweet and made me wish I to add their place to my bucket list of travels. The romance is a slow burn and it just made me fall in love with these two so much.
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Have you read any of Jaimie Admans’ books? I highly recommend them. My first book by her was 𝙸𝚝’𝚜 𝚊 𝚆𝚘𝚗𝚍𝚎𝚛𝚏𝚞𝚕 𝙽𝚒𝚐𝚑𝚝 and it’s still a fave.
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#MichelleBookAddict.
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❄️
The Post Box at the North Pole by Jaimie Admans
5⭐️💙
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𝚃𝚑𝚎 𝙾𝚗𝚎 𝙻𝚒𝚗𝚎𝚛: Sarah (Grinch) tries to convince her dad to stop playing Santa Claus (along w/ a Neanderthal hunk) @ a place he bought in Norway near the Arctic.
❄️
𝙼𝚢 𝚃𝚑𝚘𝚞𝚐𝚑𝚝𝚜: I love Jaimie Admans books! 𝚃𝚑𝚎 𝙿𝚘𝚊𝚝 𝙱𝚘𝚡 𝚊𝚝 𝚝𝚑𝚎 𝙽𝚘𝚛𝚝𝚑 𝙿𝚘𝚕𝚎 is one of my top 5 favorites of 2022 books I read. The Neanderthal hunk is Taavi and he instantly became my book boyfriend. Taavi and Sasha are cute together. I instantly fell in love with Sasha’s sweet dad who bought a Santa Village/ Reindeer sanctuary in Norway… where btw to get one must travel by dog sleds (or snow appropriate vehicles). The story in this was sweet and made me wish I to add their place to my bucket list of travels. The romance is a slow burn and it just made me fall in love with these two so much.
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Have you read any of Jaimie Admans’ books? I highly recommend them. My first book by her was 𝙸𝚝’𝚜 𝚊 𝚆𝚘𝚗𝚍𝚎𝚛𝚏𝚞𝚕 𝙽𝚒𝚐𝚑𝚝 and it’s still a fave.
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#MichelleBookAddict.
https://www.instagram.com/p/CqwGrWPP4...
December 17, 2023
4.5 stars, rounded up because it was just so lovely!
This is a book that is absolutely overflowing not only with Christmas elements, but also with North Pole vibes. I loved the reindeer rehabilitation farm, and all the references to the northern lights. Each chapter had a letter to Santa as a little epigraph and they were so cute to read. I want to stay in the little village! I feel like with this author, I like the characters fine, but I am way more drawn in by all the festive and holiday elements. The romance was cute and I liked that they each had something they were dealing with. If you want Christmas vibes, this is definitely the book for you!
This is a book that is absolutely overflowing not only with Christmas elements, but also with North Pole vibes. I loved the reindeer rehabilitation farm, and all the references to the northern lights. Each chapter had a letter to Santa as a little epigraph and they were so cute to read. I want to stay in the little village! I feel like with this author, I like the characters fine, but I am way more drawn in by all the festive and holiday elements. The romance was cute and I liked that they each had something they were dealing with. If you want Christmas vibes, this is definitely the book for you!
January 5, 2022
Oh what a truly wonderful and delightful read. I thoroughly enjoyed reading this whilst curled up on my sofa.
The author draws you right in to the story pretty quickly with meeting and getting to know all of the characters and experiencing the idyllic and picturesque setting/location of Norway, was so very easy to lose myself in this story.
I loved my visit to Norway, really did feel like I was there for real, as it was all so well described and well written. The mentions of the Northern Lights just sounded beautiful, and staying in one of those igloos overnight, to watch the stars and the Northern Lights if one were lucky enough would be so out of this world. Although saying that, as much as I'd love to see the Northern Lights for real, not sure I could have coped with the extreme cold weather conditions lol.
I also loved all of the reindeers that were featured throughout the story, as they had their own role to play and a very important one it was too.
The story was lovely, a very nice easy read with a few emotional and heartfelt moments throughout. I loved getting to know the main two characters, Sasha and Tav, seeing how things progress and develop between them both throughout the story. Experiencing the obstacles and challenges they had to go through just felt so real, like I was there myself.
There was lots of Christmas festive moments throughout, so many of them, and the whole back story that features around the Post Box and letters to Santa, just melted my heart, some of the letters were so very sweet and yet some were very funny making me actually laugh out loud.
So if you love a good Christmas themed book which has a heap of other stuff going on too, then this is the book for you. Plus Jaimie Admans books are wonderful, pure enjoyment from start to finish, she truly is a great author, her stories always well written.
The author draws you right in to the story pretty quickly with meeting and getting to know all of the characters and experiencing the idyllic and picturesque setting/location of Norway, was so very easy to lose myself in this story.
I loved my visit to Norway, really did feel like I was there for real, as it was all so well described and well written. The mentions of the Northern Lights just sounded beautiful, and staying in one of those igloos overnight, to watch the stars and the Northern Lights if one were lucky enough would be so out of this world. Although saying that, as much as I'd love to see the Northern Lights for real, not sure I could have coped with the extreme cold weather conditions lol.
I also loved all of the reindeers that were featured throughout the story, as they had their own role to play and a very important one it was too.
The story was lovely, a very nice easy read with a few emotional and heartfelt moments throughout. I loved getting to know the main two characters, Sasha and Tav, seeing how things progress and develop between them both throughout the story. Experiencing the obstacles and challenges they had to go through just felt so real, like I was there myself.
There was lots of Christmas festive moments throughout, so many of them, and the whole back story that features around the Post Box and letters to Santa, just melted my heart, some of the letters were so very sweet and yet some were very funny making me actually laugh out loud.
So if you love a good Christmas themed book which has a heap of other stuff going on too, then this is the book for you. Plus Jaimie Admans books are wonderful, pure enjoyment from start to finish, she truly is a great author, her stories always well written.
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