Another great Christmas read from the Author Shari Low, who takes you through a story with lots of great characters and separate lives that dovetail together for a lovely ending. I read it in one sitting.

I very much enjoyed this author’s earlier title, One Day in Winter, so was looking forward to reading this book, even though it took me some time to get to it. Another Day in Winter is a similarly absorbing story that follows a host of characters. They include: Shauna, Lulu, George, Tom and Chrissie.

Our most elderly character is George. He has some regrets. How will these affect his grandson, Tom? What are the younger Shauna and Lulu hoping to learn in Scotland, and, what is in store for single mum, Chrissie?

Lots will be discovered over the course of this novel. Ms. Low does a wonderful job in writing about her characters. Readers will care about them!

Many thanks to NetGalley and Aria publishing for this title. All opinions are my own.

I thought that this book was fabulous, it was a gorgeous story to read and I thoroughly enjoyed it!!

The characters are brilliant I warmed to them straightaway and the author has excellent characterisation, they really help bring the story to life.

This is the second book in the Winter Day trilogy and whilst it does read fine as a standalone, the first book, One Day in December is also excellent so I would recommend reading them in order if you get the chance.

I have given the book a well earned 5 stars – very well written and very highly recommended!!

I have always loved Shari Lowe's books. She writes beautifully and always warms my heart with her words. This is book 2 in the series so it was wonderful to meet the characters. Each one of them was so well developed that it almost felt like I was meeting a real friend.
The entire plot of the novel was set in a day, 24 hours, and I loved to see their lives come together at the end. Shari has this unique ability to tie the threads in a beautiful way that always has me longing for more.
A writing where the stories flow like a river coming together to the end, with warmth in the heart and lovable characters makes this book a wonderful read. I enjoyed it totally. This can be read as a standalone but it is always better to read book 1 just to get to know and love the characters a bit more.

Very fast paced, emotional novel. This was my first Shari Low novel, not realizing it was the second in a series. The characters were so well fleshed out and relatable, even within a novel set in a single day. I enjoyed the multiple perspectives and how the plot lines for each character intersected. This was great cozy winter read. lol

Lovely festive Christmas read. Perfect for over the long winter nights. Magical storyline. Great characters that pull it all together

I love when a new Shari Low book comes out, but this one was an extra special bonus because it’s part two of a trilogy!

If you haven’t read the first book, One Day in December, it’s fine to read this as a standalone, but why would you, when you can have double the treat, so I’d really recommend you read both books.

I had read the first one already, and it was lovely to step right back into the world of these wonderful characters. I was particularly excited to meet Val and Josie again, they are a hilarious pair, but with hearts of gold.

There are so many strands to the plot in this book. There are several characters to get to know at the start. Then, once they’ve all been introduced, the strands begin to weave, until it all comes beautifully together at the end.

I loved the way all the events take place over the course of twenty-four hours, with the various stories all overlapping. It really makes the story flow so well, and it had me racing towards the end, as it comes to a conclusion.

It’s also a heart-warming read, which makes us reflect on the meaning and importance of family.

A fabulous, multi-faceted read, with wonderful characters and a pace that just builds and builds, making it truly addictive. Can’t wait for part three!

Another corker from a lady who is fast becoming one of my favourite authors. As I have said before, chick-lit is not my favourite genre but I do like to read the odd one now and again to break up the heavy thrillers I enjoy. However, I really do like this style from Shari Low. Hers seem more realistic and although the ending is generally still a happy one, I don’t read with a sense of knowing that ‘of course everything will magically fall into place’.

The book covers one day approaching Christmas. Each two hour slot gives a chapter from the perspective of one of the four main characters, These characters, as well as the others involved were all really likeable and well written about. I did not realise that Shari had previously written a similar styled book before this, but it is very much a standalone with just a hint of the possible story-line being bought up in this one.

An absolute delight to read and highly recommended to anyone who enjoys these kinds of book.

I absolutely loved Shari Low's book One Day In December last year and I was delighted to hear there was to be another in her Winter Day trilogy. I should say straight away that it can totally be read as a standalone novel, with a welcome glimpse of some of the characters from last year's novel.

Like the previous novel, Another Day in Winter is told from the points of view of several characters and takes place over 24 hours, a day which will change all their lives and bring them together in ways they could never have predicted. Knowing this restricted time scale made it quite a fast paced novel, particularly as the hours ticked by. Shauna and her friend Lulu are in Glasgow for one day only, to enjoy a day's shopping along with a few cocktails but also to try to find the brother and sister of Shauna's Granny Annie. She had died a few years previously but Shauna had only recently come across some letters revealing that her Granny had a brother and sister Shauna hadn't been aware of and hinting at some major family rift.

From the beginning I really connected with Shauna and Lulu and felt their excitement at being in Glasgow for a day's shopping. It's just along the road for me but I would experience similar excitement with a day in York or Bath or London. The fact that there was a family mystery to be solved and secrets to be uncovered had me completely hooked! I must make a special mention for their taxi driver John who, although a relatively minor character, added something a little special to the story for me.

Tom is spending as much time as he can with his Grandad George who is the palliative are ward in hospital. His grandfather had cared more for Tom that his own father, who was a rather selfish and self-centred man.

I found the scenes told from the points of view of George and Tom particularly moving having very recently lost my dad. It was comforting to think that George, although not able to respond, was aware of what was happening and who was around him. It was also very touching to know that George, like my dad, was surrounded by love at the end of his life as he had been throughout his life.

Chrissie is a young single mum who lost touch with her son Ben's dad through a mixture of well-intentioned and not so well-meaning interference. She has been persuaded to go on a date for the first time since Ben was born but her date is not going to turn out at all as she has planned and the day has a lot of surprises in store for her. I did so love her friends Josie and Val who made me laugh a lot. Her dedication to and love for her son was so evident and I somehow felt proud of how she had coped with what life had thrown at her. I was really keen to see her get the happy ending that she deserved.

Shari Low has written another completely absorbing book. I loved all the characters and the way the story moved smoothly from one point of view to another. I was completely caught up in their lives for this one day. Shari Low has a gift for writing about thoughts, feelings and emotions so that you are right there with her characters living each moment with them. She has woven together another enchanting story which is a really uplifting and heart-warming read for any time of year, not just winter.

Another Day in Winter is a book about missed opportunities, secrets, lies and second chances but above all a novel about love. I loved every page and raced through it. Do I really have to wait another year for the last in the trilogy?

I absolutely loved this book. I was hooked from the moment Shauna and Lulu set foot in Glasgow. It was equally funny and touching and at times had be laughing out loud as well as reaching for the tissues. I loved reading about the characters and how the story unfolded. A brilliant read.

Absolutely loved this book just wish I’d read the first one in the series first. Likeable characters & fast paced would highly recommend this book I look forward to reading the other 2 in the trilogy. Thanks for the preview

In her latest book, Another Day In Winter, Shari Low gives a masterclass in how to seamlessly weave multiple plot lines into one exciting, charming and emotional story.
Just as she did in the first book in this series, One Day In December, she takes four characters, in this case Shauna, Tom, Chrissie and George, and tells their stories over a 24 hour period.
Opening the book is like being pulled into a whirlwind; once the words start spinning around you, there's no way out of the vortex - at least until you reach the end, feeling slightly windblown but very happy.
It again starts with a long cast list but I've learnt not to be daunted by this and to put my faith in Shari's skills as a storyteller. She’s never let me down. I would love to see how she plans her books. I imagine something like the police investigation boards you see on TV sometimes, with little photographs of suspects and lots of red squiggly lines which eventually all point toward the same conclusion. And that's what ultimately happens, the individual tales nearly touch, converge, pull away again but the reader knows where it is heading - or at least they hope they do. The only trouble is, it creates a battle between wanting to read it as quickly as possible to find out the ending and slowly savouring every page.
Her characters feel real, which means I laughed and cried along with them. While the main four are all new, it was lovely to see some familiar faces from book one return - a bit like meeting old, cherished friends again.
Not to jinx anything but this engrossing tale has all the makings of a best-seller. I really hope there is at least one more in this series (and then spring, autumn and summer follow). That's not asking too much, is it?

With thanks to Aria (via NetGalley) for the ARC and the opportunity to be part of the blog tour.

Enchanting, absorbing, and exceptionally touching!

In this latest novel in the Winter Day series, Another Day in December, Low once again transports us to Glasgow, Scotland for one chilly day in winter when four lives will cross bringing closure for some, forgiveness for others, new family, old loves, and friendships that will last a lifetime.

The writing is vivid, eloquent, and fluid. The characters are complex, quirky, and authentic. And the plot is a series of engaging, at times humorous subplots that unfold into an amusing, unputdownable story about life, loss, love, familial drama, secrets, misunderstandings, friendship, romance, acceptance, hope, and unconditional love.

Overall, Another Day in December is thoughtful, emotive, funny, festive, and endearing and with its rich characterization and beautiful storyline, it's another stunning example of why Shari Low is one of my favourite authors of all time.

I haven't read the first book in the Winter's Day series, so I read this as a standalone and it is a lovely, poignant read, with a festive flavour, complex characters and a web of secrets to explore.

There are many characters whose lives are intertwined; each character has a story to tell which adds to the main storyline and illustrates their reason for being there on this particular Winter's day. The beauty of this story is its unashamed emotion, the characters' experience many feelings and because of their inherent honesty, it's impossible not to empathise.

Something to warm you on a cold Winter's day, a lovely, heartwarming yet realistic festive read.

I received a copy of this book from Aria Fiction via NetGalley in return for an honest review.

This was the first book I had read by Shari Low and it was an absolute festive treat.
I loved the interconnecting characters, and how the story was written, over a weekend, in the run up to Christmas. It is broken down into two hour slots, told from the perspective of one of the characters, and then from another, but I never had the feeling that I was re-reading the same event again. This shows the skill of the author.
An absolutely great book to read, with humour, great characters and a feel good factor, wonderful for this time of year.
Thanks to NetGalley for a Kindle copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.

This book is charming, realistic atmospheric romantic and also has humour here and there.
Well-fleshed out characters and I felt so sad about George. His chapters were very powerful.
I don’t have a favourite character, everyone plays a role in the story. It’s so rich and multi-layered yet had me hooked all the way through.
Shauna and Lulu are really laid-back and hilarious at times (especially Lulu). They are a great example of friends who have a whale of a time together, cocktails and all. I loved their journey and fell as if I were there with them. I’ve never been to Glasgow or Scotland and the emotional depth of this novel makes me want to go,
The level of detail and emotional plot and/or language is what I think makes this book so amazing. Shari Low is such a gifted author. I felt sadness happiness anticipation tension and just so many emotions while listening to this book.
I was engrossed in Flora and Annie’s story and all the backstory of every character. I found the list of characters at the beginning of the book useful in understanding who was who. Great idea.
It’s not my first title by Shari Low and I enjoy all her books I have reviewed so far. 5 well-deserved stars for Shari!
Thanks to Shari Low and Aria for my ARC in exchange for an honest and voluntary review and my spot on the blog tour for this title.

I simply cannot get enough of Shari Low’s novels! Her novels are heartwarming, life-affirming, engrossing and believable and she is on top form with the second title in her Winter Day trilogy, Another Day in Winter! A story full of characters you cannot help but care for, Another Day in Winter is another winner by the fabulous Shari Low.

After her grandmother’s death, Shauna had been flabbergasted when she had found a stack of letters from her nan’s past that pull the rug out from under her feet and leave her desperate to find out more about her family. Determined to get to the bottom of this mystery and to uncover the secrets of the past, Shauna, alongside with her lifelong friend Lulu, touches down in Glasgow Airport intent on digging up the past and finding answers to all the questions which her unexpected discovery has brought up. Will Shauna succeed in her quest for the truth? Is she ready for the shocking truth? Or are some things simply better left dead and buried in the past.

Shauna is not the only one who is going through a traumatic time. George is well aware that he doesn’t have much time left, however, he simply cannot leave this earth before he faces up to ghosts from his past that have haunted him for most of his life. His regrets weigh heavily upon his shoulders, but with time not being on his side, will he manage to come to terms with his past? Can he atone for his mistakes and make everything all right? Or is it simply too late?

When George’s grandson Tom uncovers a devastating betrayal that rocks his world, he unexpectedly finds the courage to track down the one that got away. But should Tom let sleeping dogs lie, stop living in the past and start focusing on his brand new future? Is he simply heading for more heartbreak? Or will it be second time lucky for him? Meanwhile, single mum Chrissie has decided to break through the defenses which she had built around her heart and try and give romance another chance. Will she find what she is looking for? And will anyone measure up to the man who had broken her heart?

Another Day in Winter is Shari Low at her mesmerizing best! A fabulous tale of taking chances, new beginnings, secrets from the past and love in all its forms, Another Day in Winter is a book that is sure to appeal to fans of Amanda Prowse and Jojo Moyes. Sensitively written, affecting and searingly emotional, Another Day in Winter is a stirring contemporary tale best read with a box of tissues handy because it is sure to bring a lump to your throat and have you crying buckets.

Shari Low has done it again and penned a book that is sure to linger in the mind long after the last page is turned. Moving, dramatic and uplifting, Another Day in Winter is another unmissable book from Shari Low!

A lovely heartwarming tale of secrets and lies. Lovely characters and beautifully written. A perfect tale of family and love to curl up with. Thanks to Net Galley for my copy. Reviews on Goodreads, Amazon and Facebook.

This was a pretty good book and even though I had a hard time keeping all of the characters straight, I did really enjoy it. Thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for an advance copy for my honest review.

I don’t want to compare Another Day in Winter to the movie Love, Actually except that I can’t help myself! I mean this in the best way possible and it’s likely that I am making this comparison because the movie is mentioned in the book. Nevertheless, I cannot tell you how much I adored this novel!

I admit that I was initially confused by all the characters, despite a list at the beginning. As I started digging into this one, I found myself flipping back to the list and descriptions trying to remember who was who. So, if you start this one and start getting your wires crossed – please carry on because it takes no time at all to learn who all these wonderful people are.

There were three siblings – George, Annie, and Flora – who had a major falling out back in the fifties. Annie’s granddaughter, Shauna, never heard of these siblings although she was practically raised by Annie. So, a few years after losing her husband and discovering the letters, Shauna boards a plane to Glasgow with her best friend Lulu to see if she can find any long-lost relatives. I don’t want to give away any spoilers, but once they arrive in Glasgow, we meet a wonderfully intertwined group of people that are either blood-related, family by choice, close friends, or in some cases – family that no one misses or wants to see again.

I was already a fan of Shari Low’s writing prior to reading Another Day in Winter, but I am now in awe of this amazing author. Her plot development, imagery, and characterization are too real to be true. You hear the voices, see the expressions, and feel all the feels – whether funny, sad, or cringe-worthy. The reason I am reminded of Love, Actually is because of the way that so many people are associated with one another in so many different ways and it all comes crashing together in the course of twenty-four hours. Despite her character descriptions in the beginning, I assure you that there are plenty of surprises the entire time that just adds to the wonder of this book. There are moments that will make you laugh out loud and moments that will have you reaching for Kleenex. There are moments that will have you jumping for joy that God gave you the parents that you have, or you might be laughing and crying along while relating to the horrible parents that appear in this novel. And if anyone out there has a long-lost love that they ever wonder about, then you will absolutely relate to this one.

Typically, I like to end reviews with a call to action such as, “if you’re a fan of romance then this one is for you.” However, in this case, I will simply say, this book is for everyone. It is an outstanding novel that should be enjoyed by everyone. Kudos to Shari Low for this brilliant and touching story.

*Many thanks to Aria, NetGalley, and Shari Low for providing this ARC in exchange for my honest review!