First off, the cover is absolutely gorgeous - my ideal setting! It reminds me of visiting Lapland when we were kids and looks like my dream holiday! I adore log cabins and twinkly lights in the snow - ADORE them!! So, again here's me judging a book by it's cover, but how can you not with this one?! Did you see it?? Thankfully the inside is just as wonderful as the outside!

'Meet Me at Fir Tree Lodge,' made me smile big time, not least because a few weeks ago a story popped into my head with a very similar plot - I don't write adult romance, but if I did this means me and Rachel are on the same page!! It made me laugh, like honestly, before I'd read this blurb or anything, my idea was scarily similar, stemming from me wanting to write a story about being stuck in a log cabin with Taron Egerton over Christmas!!!! :p To make it even more spooky, Rachel has a Kingsman reference in this book!!! Crazy right?!

Okay, I'll get back on track now, but the references were a big part of this book that I really enjoyed. The whole vibe of it felt very much like the way my sister Lucy writes and this is the first book I've ever compared to hers, which is a really good thing, because Lucy writes the books I want to see on the shelves, I just love her writing style! Rachel gave me those same feelings with the way she wrote and described her characters and the way in which her story played out. Their books have this way of feeling pure, heartfelt and like the author is pouring little bits of themselves into it.

The setting was stunning! Like I said before, it's my dream holiday and Rachel described it so beautifully. I could picture the café where Rebecca worked, I could imagine the slopes, the glistening snow and the style of the cabins - eek it makes me so happy just thinking about it!! I would visit in a heartbeat! Not to mention the delicious food that was described every time Rachel baked. I most definitely want to pull up a stool at the counter to wrap my hands around a coffee, munch on a croissant and stare at the snowy mountains - bliss!!!

The characters I connected to straight away. I felt for Rebecca and what she'd been through, but was glad to see that she still had her old self lurking inside her. She was very down when I first met her, which made me sad, but then slowly as she found herself, thanks to Luke, I was like yay! I wanted to see her happy and enjoying life again. As for Luke, well he was wonderful. Everything about him made me smile from his awkwardness, to his clumsiness to his ability to be charming without realising! He was every bit Clark Kent and I loved him for it. The journey he was on was also heart-warming to read and I think Rachel connected him and Rebecca together so well. I don't want to give the whole story away, but it was a genuinely warm and lovely one!

The best friend characters also made for quick page turning action and plenty of laugh out loud moments. Holly was a delight and knew Rebecca so well and Han's was perfect as a giant of a man who managed to get away with his sneaky set ups and mischievousness. I loved them both and would definitely read a book about the two of them and their story!

In conclusion, I feel that this review has exceeded my explanation mark limit, but I hope that just shows how much I enjoyed 'Meet Me at Fir Tree Lodge.' Every aspect warmed my heart and made me giggle. It's a beautiful story, with a great cast of characters in an idyllic setting. I highly, highly recommend it if you need to stock up your festive read lists!

This was a really enjoyable and very quick read. The characters are lovable and the setting magical. I'm not convinced the title is fitting as for tree lodge is essentially an apartment above a cafe, not some rustic chalet as one might imagine.

This was my first book that I've read from Rachel, and I loved it!

The snowy setting, the gorgeous roaring fires and the sparkling romance made this a book I was keen to get back to. 5/5 festive stars!

Meet Me at Fir Tree Lodge:
Thank you NetGalley, HQ Digital and Rahel Dove for gifting me a copy of this book in exchange for my honest review!
If you’re in the mood for a short and sweet winter romance that leaves you craving to be snuggled up with your love, look no further! This Hallmark-esc read is the perfect palate cleanser with an easy plot, likeable characters and a HAE. Was this predictable? Yes. Did I still enjoy reading it? Also yes! I also LOVE the cover! I won;t lie, I did expect this to be more holiday based but that was totally my own fault. I think I’m just in the Christmas mood right now and every book with snow on the cover feels Chirstmasy!

Was looking forward to this book, however it just wasnt for me. Felt very rushed and clumsy, character development etc could have been better

Very enjoyable, a perfect, typical cosy and light Christmas read. Got me in the Christmas spirit by drifting me elsewhere for a while.

This was the first holiday book I read for 2020. A great start to my epic holiday tbr. It’s a must add. Quick read but enjoyable.

At first I found this book slightly confusing and a bit muddled and I struggled to get into the first couple of chapters, however I persevered and I am so glad I did!
Rebecca runs an alpine cafe for her wonderful friend Hans who owns it. I loved their friendship and there were times I laughed out loud reading about Hans' clumsy actions. His friend Luke turns up to stay and the connection between Rebecca and Luke is instant. Reading how their friendship and romance evolves was funny and light hearted but there were also moments of real emotion in the story.
A wonderful read that made me laugh and cry at the same time, totally brilliant!
Thank you to the publishers and NetGalley for allowing me to read and give an unbiased review.

I love Rachel's books, and she really delivered on the Christmas spirit with this one, a really enjoyable read, with a little added sparkle perfect for the season.

Thanks to the publisher and Netgalley for an early review copy.

Another fabulous book by Rachel.

This book really gives you all the feels. I absolutely loved it!

Luke, he is genuine and likeable right from the start. This was played out so well, leaving me with a smiling face.

Rachel pulled me in from very early on, and kept my attention and the book has been completely impossible to put down.

I think that the cover alone, makes you want to pick up this book. It’s so beautiful and eye catching, definitely does the story inside justice.

The plot that Rachel created, plays out perfectly, it’s guaranteed to melt even the coldest of hearts.

The characters, were a brilliant mix and definitely ones you, as a reader you can relate to.

I can highly recommend.

I absolutely cannot wait for more from Rachel.

I was looking forward to this one but what a let down, i didn't like the characters the story was confusing at parts and also felt rushed. Nice cover though.

This is a short and easygoing read. I managed to read it in a couple of hours.
The setting is perfect, and a perfect Winters day read.
There were many fun and humorous moments, but also sadness too. The book is also heartwarming though, and it is good to see Rebecca and Luke work through their fears.
The only criticism that I have is that the relationship between Rebecca and Luke happened very quickly, even for a romantic novel. It seemed incredibly fast, given their personalities. The book was fairly predictable, but most romantic novels are, so this doesn't bother me.
Despite this, I thought that the book was enjoyable and entertaining. I look forward to reading more books by this author.
Thank you to Netgalley and the Publisher for my ARC.

I had such high hopes for this book, the description absolutely drew me in. Unfortunately the book just didn't hook me. The story felt forced, Rebecca and Luke didn't mesh well together, and the writing was a tad robotic.

💕 Thank you to NetGalley U.K. and HQ Digital for a copy in return of an honest review

I found this story enjoyable. The main characters are well written, I love the honesty portrayed in their flaws and failings, so much so that my frustration and annoyance at some of their antics was evident. This to me, is good writing. They are real, they both have emotional scars to overcome and the story handles this truthfully. That said, they are also funny, sweet and likeable. The circle of friendships within the book makes the story come to life. Hans and Luke's bromance is heart warming, I loved getting to know them.

Thank you NetGalley, Rachel Dove and HQ Digital for the ARC of Meet Me at Fir Tree Lodge. This is my personal review .
This is the first book written by Rachel Dove I have read.
I went into this with the mindset I would be enjoying much more than I did - I had read it was going to be a heartwarming novel.
But sad to say for me it was not at all. I did not feel anything towards Rebecca that made me think she was heartwarming and someone I wanted to know. Luke and Rebecca did not make a couple I would want to see stay together. They just did not mesh for me.

Meet Me at Fir Tree Lodge by Rachel Dove
Publisher: HQ Digital
Genre: Romance
Release Date: October 9, 2020
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Meet Me at Fir Tree Lodge by Rachel Dove is a beautiful story about love, hope, friendship, and the power of not giving up.

The opening of the book starts off in a dark way, filled with sadness, but it is so worth it to go through that with the characters. The characters in this book are so wonderful and they take you on a journey of growth & healing. I became so emotionally invested in this book. I laughed, I cried, and I swore a little! 😂

If you are looking for a story about hope, personal growth & recovery, and love, this is definetly the book you are looking for!❤️

I'm so grateful to Rachel Dove, HQ Digital, and NetGalley for providing me with a free copy of this ARC ebook in exchange for my honest review.

Queen Rachel has done it again!!! This book really has given me all the feels. I have absolutely loved it! Definitely my favourite so far- I know I say that about all Rachel’s books but this one really is a fantastic and beautiful read.

I love Luke, he is genuine and likeable from the very beginning and I have been rooting for him and Bec. I absolutely love how this has played out and have definitely been left smiling.

Rachel has pulled me in from very early on, this has kept my attention and been completely impossible to put down. I literally have nothing negative to say about this magical read.

The cover alone, is enough to make you want to pick up this book. It’s beautiful and eye catching. The story inside is just as breathtaking.

Rachel has created a plot which plays out perfectly and is guaranteed to melt even the coldest of hearts. The characters in this one are a brilliant mix and definitely ones that as a reader you can relate to.

This is definitely a perfect read which I can highly recommend. This is deserving of all the stars, five stars really doesn’t do this one justice.

Another one that just wasn’t for me. The romance here was far fetched. One minute Rebecca is hopping into bed with Luke and the next she’s complaining that they’ve only known each other a week so how could he really know her? Come on now.

The friends in the alpine village were wooden too, just random characters with weird traits. Hans and Holly were awkward. Robbie repeatedly showing up was more awkward. Luke and Rebecca sniffing each other’s bathroom products was very childish.

Just didn’t work for me.

I’ve not read any books by Rachel Dove before but I really enjoyed this one. Set in The French Alps Rebecca is hiding away after a serious skiing accident a few years ago. She works in The Alpine Bites owned by her friend/boss Hans who has taught her to bake.
At first I thought Rebecca was going to be grumpy and standoffish but her attitude soon changes when a handsome friend of Han is forced to stay with her.
Luke gives Rebecca a reason to live again and she remembers her love of the slopes as she teaches him to ski.
Luke is also trying to sort out his life after falling out with his dad who has recently had a stroke.

I wouldn’t say this book screams out Christmas but was a great read for this time of year, I’ve never been skiing but this made me excited for Luke and Rebecca enjoyed every page.
Thanks you Rachel Dove and HQ for my early copy.

Meet me at the Fir Tree Lodge - Rachel Dove.

This was a new author for me and I was not at all disappointed. I really liked the gentle kind nature of Luke, and the history with his dad. Reading other peoples reviews it seems that Rebecca's character is not what they were expecting, she does come across quite brash and stand offish, however I must admit I quite liked her for this as it was refreshing from the normal cast of characters in a romance (specifically festive read) I felt that it made her more relatable and "normal".

The setting was just perfect for the ambience of the book (set in the French Alps) and working at Alpine Bites Cafe -just perfect. A great Christmas read with plenty of heart and funny moments.