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Holiday Cottage #12
Christmas Star Cottage
The Holiday Cottages are magical places, where travelers stay at Sprucewood, Colorado for a “get away.” There, they find themselves renewed, relationships kindled, and dreams coming true.
Molly, however, will not be enticed by the idyllic small town. No matter how much she is dazzled by the literal winter wonderland that surrounds her. Her sole focus—find the original Christmas Star Quilt Block Pattern and bring it home to Massachusetts. Nothing will distract her.
Nate’s grandmother always said he’d know ‘the one’ immediately when he met her, but failed relationships have left him empty hearted and suspicious. Will Molly Parker be more of the same? Job focused, Nate is adamant that he will not fall for any more superficial relationships.
Molly and Nate are not exempt from charms of Sprucewood, if only they would open their hearts to the possibilities right in front of them.
If you adore cozy Christmas stories, a stitch of Christmas gleam, and sweet romance, you’ll love LeBlanc’s heartwarming holiday adventure.
Molly, however, will not be enticed by the idyllic small town. No matter how much she is dazzled by the literal winter wonderland that surrounds her. Her sole focus—find the original Christmas Star Quilt Block Pattern and bring it home to Massachusetts. Nothing will distract her.
Nate’s grandmother always said he’d know ‘the one’ immediately when he met her, but failed relationships have left him empty hearted and suspicious. Will Molly Parker be more of the same? Job focused, Nate is adamant that he will not fall for any more superficial relationships.
Molly and Nate are not exempt from charms of Sprucewood, if only they would open their hearts to the possibilities right in front of them.
If you adore cozy Christmas stories, a stitch of Christmas gleam, and sweet romance, you’ll love LeBlanc’s heartwarming holiday adventure.
129 pages, Kindle Edition
Published November 27, 2022
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July 3, 2024
Just the name Spruce wood Colorado conjure the magic. Molly will not be enticed though by the small town, even with the idyllic winter wonderland surrounding her. Her only focus is find the origin Christmas Star Quilt Block Pattern and back home to Massachusetts.No distractions period. Enter Nate who has a past full of heartbreak as all his past relationships have left him empty hearted and full of suspicion…. Molly has been sent on her journey by her boss and it’s quite apt that the place she is staying at is named after the block pattern. It’s like it’s a sign. The entire town looks so divine all set Christmas Celebrations.Nate her host and guide has been fabulous but does he have something to hide?…. Do they give love a chance? Absolutely adored this great book . But one look at the name on the front , it tells you already it’s going to be good and it is a well written and researched book because on Kathryn Leblanc you can rely that all her super immersive books leave you with a big satisfied sigh. Oh my it’s just so good ,exceeded expectations with the great descriptions and the utter delight of the great storytelling which is portrayed so well . I’m fully satisfied and feeling swell.
November 20, 2025
A very sweet, clean, and cozy read ✨
July 9, 2024
Can Molly solve the mystery of the lost quilt designer before losing heart to the town and the handsome man helping her for the week? What about Nat, can he believe in all his grandmothers saying and trust before it’s too late and lose the ones he’s been waiting for? Can love really happen in less than a week? Jump into this Holiday Cottage story and join Molly and Nat in the small town of Sprucewood and unlocked the secrets and mysteries of the what happened with the Quilt block and maybe find love along the way.
Sprucewood here I come! Great story. This story had a lot I like in stories like romance, mystery, opposites attract, true love, and so much more. It was just perfect. Loved all the detail and reading what the main characters Molly and Nate thought but didn’t say. I loved Gram and she was right all along! It gave me hallmark vibes and loved all the detail for the small town and the Christmas set up and now want to go there too lol. Loved that even thought they were totally opposite for each other love happens and the real kind. Had no idea there were more books like this one in the Holiday Cottage series and can’t wait to read more of them and this author.
Sprucewood here I come! Great story. This story had a lot I like in stories like romance, mystery, opposites attract, true love, and so much more. It was just perfect. Loved all the detail and reading what the main characters Molly and Nate thought but didn’t say. I loved Gram and she was right all along! It gave me hallmark vibes and loved all the detail for the small town and the Christmas set up and now want to go there too lol. Loved that even thought they were totally opposite for each other love happens and the real kind. Had no idea there were more books like this one in the Holiday Cottage series and can’t wait to read more of them and this author.
June 11, 2024
This is an absolutely endearing Christmas falling in love book! Two extremely shy people, Molly always focused on quilting and Nate who was raised by his grandmother who was also an avid quilter. Molly has traveled from Massachusetts in search of the name of the designer of a famous Christmas star quilt. For some reason, the designer is a mystery. The two of them slowly start opening up and letting the other in. I spent time yelling at each of them to speak their feeling! Does Nate know more than he is telling? Will Molly find the designer name? And..Will they finally connect and start the relationship full swing? Gotta read to find out!
June 27, 2024
Thank you for allowing me to receive a reader copy. I thought this was new to me author. I have read her other books under name of Katherine Mykel. In the beginning of the book it was described at like a Hallmark movie. I hope it gets turned into one. Molly goes to Christmas themed town to discover the true creator of a quilt. She meets Nate. They have nothing in common. This was a wonderful story. Nice to read about snow especially in the middle of heat wave. I look forward to reading more by author by either name.
August 31, 2025
Thought this was super cute. If you enjoy Hallmark Christmas movies, you’ll enjoy this book! Girl goes to
Magical Christmas town, girl meets boy, girl and boy are instantly drawn to each other and so on…you know how the story goes! Romance, a touch of mystery and Christmas magic. Molly is in hunt of information about a quilting pattern and Nate is her guide around town. Nate keeps a secret from Molly and towards the end, she finds out. Can she move past him keeping that information from her the whole time she’s been in town? Not gonna spoil it! Read the book and find out!
Magical Christmas town, girl meets boy, girl and boy are instantly drawn to each other and so on…you know how the story goes! Romance, a touch of mystery and Christmas magic. Molly is in hunt of information about a quilting pattern and Nate is her guide around town. Nate keeps a secret from Molly and towards the end, she finds out. Can she move past him keeping that information from her the whole time she’s been in town? Not gonna spoil it! Read the book and find out!
June 27, 2023
Sweet and clean
Nate is handsome. He works at the locale that Molly is visiting for work. He is so handsome that Molly is certain he could never be interested in her. Despite that, Nate is also certain that Molly could never be interested in him. This sweet story tells the tale of how they overcome an obstacle to realize they love one another. It is set at Christmastime and "Christmas magic" plays a part.
Nate is handsome. He works at the locale that Molly is visiting for work. He is so handsome that Molly is certain he could never be interested in her. Despite that, Nate is also certain that Molly could never be interested in him. This sweet story tells the tale of how they overcome an obstacle to realize they love one another. It is set at Christmastime and "Christmas magic" plays a part.
July 2, 2024
Molly has come to Sprucewood Colorado to find out who the original creator of the Christmas star quilt is. Nate works for the company that has the cottages that Molly is staying in and is her guide for the week. He's also the grandson of the quilter that made the Christmas star quilt block. There is mystery around the block that Gran has asked him to keep quiet. Does he break a promise to grandma or help the woman he's starting to have feelings for.
November 28, 2022
a sweet Christmas story with a bit of a quilting mystery
When a beautiful stranger appears, Nate regrets that he has a secret that gets in their way. I love quilting stories and love a good Christmas story/movie.this little charmer put a smile on my face. I recommend it as a quick holiday read.
When a beautiful stranger appears, Nate regrets that he has a secret that gets in their way. I love quilting stories and love a good Christmas story/movie.this little charmer put a smile on my face. I recommend it as a quick holiday read.
June 29, 2024
Beautiful, heartwarming story.
An absolutely beautiful, heartwarming story. I fell in love with all the characters and their gentle, generous, loving personalities. The storyline is unique and sweet. I highly recommend this story and this author.
I read this book as part of an advance reader team and am voluntarily reviewing this book.
An absolutely beautiful, heartwarming story. I fell in love with all the characters and their gentle, generous, loving personalities. The storyline is unique and sweet. I highly recommend this story and this author.
I read this book as part of an advance reader team and am voluntarily reviewing this book.
June 30, 2024
I loved this charming story about Molly and Nate and the festive Holiday Cottages. It is a touching tale about romance and a quest to find the rightful owner of a rare quilt pattern called the Christmas Star. I could envision the picturesque town with all of the holiday trimmings along with the sleigh ride and a hot cup of cocoa!
July 2, 2024
What a beautifully written book! The characters are very well rounded and grow throughout the story. You will laugh at awkward moments and face palms throughout even as the story weaves itself into a beautiful quilt that will make you feel warm and cozy. Can I give it a rating of 10???
I received an advance review copy for free and I am leaving my honest review voluntarily.
I received an advance review copy for free and I am leaving my honest review voluntarily.
November 28, 2023
Nice quick read
Cute story, I enjoyed the descriptions of everything I felt like I was there with Molly. Not sure I believe the stars align for us to find the perfect match, but Kathryn made you believe in it. Happy endings are what we all want.
Cute story, I enjoyed the descriptions of everything I felt like I was there with Molly. Not sure I believe the stars align for us to find the perfect match, but Kathryn made you believe in it. Happy endings are what we all want.
November 30, 2023
quilting
What a way to show how truth is almost always the right way. Two people caught up with a promise and one with a complex of not being outgoing. They finally trusted each other.
What a way to show how truth is almost always the right way. Two people caught up with a promise and one with a complex of not being outgoing. They finally trusted each other.
December 8, 2023
Christmas Star Quilt
A good story about the hunt for the pattern of the Christmas Star Quilt pattern. The secrets that's kept to honor someone sometimes hurts. I would recommend this book.
A good story about the hunt for the pattern of the Christmas Star Quilt pattern. The secrets that's kept to honor someone sometimes hurts. I would recommend this book.
January 3, 2024
Feel good story set during Christmas time. Really not much to the mystery. It gets revealed, then hidden until a twist comes along near the end of the book. Nice characters and pretty descriptive scenes made this readable.
June 29, 2024
Will Molly figure out who was the original designer of the quilt pattern?
Super sweet quick read. Great personalities and a nice storyline make for a really great book to read. Something for a cozy afternoon.
Super sweet quick read. Great personalities and a nice storyline make for a really great book to read. Something for a cozy afternoon.
July 1, 2024
This story held the unexpected - just like the pattern of a quilt, so many pieces were creatively melded together by the author to form a beautifully finished piece, a work to be enjoyed by a wide age range, and by fans of varied genres.
December 3, 2022
Quilty
This is a sweet little romance for you to escape into for a couple of hours.
Thanks for the read.
This is a sweet little romance for you to escape into for a couple of hours.
Thanks for the read.
December 5, 2022
charming Christmas story
It kept me engaged, entertained and cozy as could be on a cold snowy day until the very end. Thank you for the book!
It kept me engaged, entertained and cozy as could be on a cold snowy day until the very end. Thank you for the book!
December 7, 2022
Heart-warming Holiday HEA!
A sweet quilting mystery woven around a holiday love story. This quick and easy read will put you in the mood for the holidays. Snuggle up and enjoy!
A sweet quilting mystery woven around a holiday love story. This quick and easy read will put you in the mood for the holidays. Snuggle up and enjoy!
December 8, 2022
Somewhat formulaic compared to the other Holiday Cottages but it is a fun read. I love the scenes of Christmas magic unfold and wish I were there.
January 1, 2023
Perfect Christmas story
Such a sweet and Interesting holiday story. The setting is perfect and the characters are wonderful. It really puts you in the holiday spirit.
Such a sweet and Interesting holiday story. The setting is perfect and the characters are wonderful. It really puts you in the holiday spirit.
January 18, 2023
A pattern
Molly goes looking for the original maker of a quilt pattern. She arrived right at Christmas. Nate picks her up at the station. A cute short read
Molly goes looking for the original maker of a quilt pattern. She arrived right at Christmas. Nate picks her up at the station. A cute short read
September 17, 2023
A cute book once again. Love this series. Too bad it is only has 24 books in the series.
December 13, 2023
Kathryn LeBlanc created a wonderful Christmas romance
Like a Hallmark movie but in paper. It is very predictable but some enjoyable. A happily ever after to cheer for.
Like a Hallmark movie but in paper. It is very predictable but some enjoyable. A happily ever after to cheer for.
December 20, 2023
Loved it
It's a nice, sweet, simple, and clean story. The writing drew me in and I loved it. I would definitely recommend it.
It's a nice, sweet, simple, and clean story. The writing drew me in and I loved it. I would definitely recommend it.
June 10, 2024
Loved it
I loved this book. It was such a sweet Christmas themed book with a HEA. The characters and town of Sprucewood are so lovable.
I loved this book. It was such a sweet Christmas themed book with a HEA. The characters and town of Sprucewood are so lovable.
June 30, 2024
A great romance with a little mystery and lots of Christmas magic! This is a must read for Hallmark movie lovers!
July 8, 2024
A magical place that’s what these cottages are Molly isn’t interested and doesn’t believe in it. Beautifully written to entice everyone to want more. Who knows , Molly might change her mind.
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