Thank you for approving me to read this book. Unfortunately I didn't enjoy this one as much as I'd hoped but it's possibly me rather than the book. I did enjoy meeting the characters in the village but I didn't buy into the romance. Also it wasn't as Christmassy as I was hoping for - Christmas was there but it didn't feel festive to me. I would look out for more books by the author though as I did enjoy her writing.

A nice,satisfying emotional christmassy flavoured book which is definitely worth a read. Our heart-broken heroine heads off to her home and help her family in running the aptly named The Shamrock Inn. The atmosphere and life created around the pub has been very well depicted and feels like the place where you would want to curl up during Christmas near the fireplace.

Summary:
Strong Women ~ Ireland ~ Snow ~ Sisters ~ Family ~ Irish Pub ~ Music ~ Friends ~ Well-written characters ~ Small town charm ~ Adoption ~ Singing ~ Women’s Fiction ~ Christmastime

Highly recommended!!

I was gifted this advance copy by NetGalley and was under no obligation to provide a review.

This is my first book by Michelle Vernal but I have already downloaded two more and I think she may be a new favourite author! The story centres around Shannon who moves back in with her family over the festive season after the break up of her relationship. There she meets a handsome American tourist but things don’t always run smoothly. She also has four sisters and the interactions between the sisters are some of the funniest parts of the book.

This is the first book I have read by Michelle Vernal, but it won't be my last. Shannon has returned home for Christmas after a breakup, and is helping to run the family business, The Shamrock Inn. While she is there, she meets a handsome American, litterally falling for him. There is a lot of humor in the initial couple of meet ups and Shannon doesn't know how she can face him, especially as he is staying at the Inn. When she finds out the reason he is in Ireland, she decides she needs to get to know him better in order to watch out for her neighbour, her adopted grandmother. Trying to get to know more about him and his motives, they take a tour of Emerald Bay and end up snowed in together. They begin to have feelings toward one another, but there is more angst to come. Can they get beyond the issues and have a magical Christmas and a Happily Ever After?

I really enjoyed this lovely story, with beautiful scenery and fun, well developed characters. There was a surprise theme of unwed mothers and forced adoption in Ireland's past interwoven in the story. I really liked both Shannon and James. They were both looking for something and I was glad they both found it. The setting of a quaint Irish Village with some quirky and lovable characters, including an adorable cat named Napoleon made the story even more enjoyable. This was a story with some romance, but it was more about finding your roots and reconnecting with family. With hot chocolate, twinkling lights, Christmas decorations and goodies galore, this Christmas book will have you smiling and keeping you warm during this winter season. Christmas in the Little Irish Village would make a wonderful Hallmark movie.

I loved this sweet Christmas story set in Ireland. There's just something about a Christmas story set in a small Irish village.

I received an ARC of this book from NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.

This was a wonderful, heartwarming Christmas novel that was also quite funny.

Christmas in the Little Irish Village is a cozy holiday story about a woman named Shannon Kelly who returns home to Emerald Bay and the Shamrock Inn. I really enjoyed this one, from the great characters to the festive atmosphere it really has it all. I appreciated the sharp sense of humor and the author’s descriptions of the town. All in all, it is a great book to add to your holiday reading.

This is the first book that I’ve read by this author and I really enjoyed it! It’s exactly the “Hallmark-ish” holiday story that I want this time of year, but set in Ireland (one of my favorite settings!). If you’re looking for that holiday story with a lovely happy ending, this is it!

It was the first book I read by Michelle Vernal and won't surely be the last as I enjoyed it.
It's a festive story, made me travel to a small Irish village and meet some quirky and likeable characters.
A well plotted, cute, and festive story. Can't wait to read another one.
Recommended.
Many thanks to the publisher for this arc, all opinions are mine

Michelle Vernal’s Christmas in the Little Irish Village is the story of Shannon Kelly who has recently been through a heartbreaking breakup and has moved back to her family home in a little Irish village. In addition to visiting and reconnecting with a cast of quirky, loveable characters who live in this town, Shannon meets an interesting stranger American James Cabot. I voluntarily read this complimentary copy of this heartwarming book about family, secrets, friendship, and loyalty.

This book isn't usually the kind of thing I would go for, and to be honest, I do think it's suited to an age group a little older than mine (maybe for those in their mid-30s and onwards) but I did enjoy this read! It felt charming, fun and a little Bridget Jonesy in places. I loved the twist in the plot and think that this was salt added to what could have been a sickly-sweet plot.

This is a gorgeous little Christmas story packed with all the good stuff for the holiday season! Seriously, you could not ask for much more than what this book gives! I LOVED the setting of this book and how perfect it fits a holiday story. You will fall in love! It’s sweet, it’s festive, it will melt your heart, and it will put you into the Christmas and holiday mood quickly.

Good Christmas story that takes place in a small village in Ireland. It is full of family, quirky villagers, vivid descriptions, and a bit of a mystery. After a heartbreaking break-up with her French boyfriend, Shannon heads home to Emerald Bay and her family. One thing she is sure of - she's off men for the foreseeable future. This is reinforced by two embarrassing encounters with a handsome American man.

Shannon's relationship with James feels like a slow burn until you realize that the entire book takes place over four days. The chemistry between them is evident to everyone around them though Shannon does her best to deny it. I could feel Shannon's frustration as her family seemed determined to push them together. When Shannon gets roped into playing tour guide for James, she doesn't expect to find herself liking him. James makes his interest known with his charming smiles, sense of humor, and johnny-on-the-spot rescues. I liked how Shannon's family drew him into their circle, much to Shannon's chagrin. She also received quite a bit of teasing and significant looks from her sisters, including Hannah's comparison to courting baboons! I ached a little for James because Shannon is still letting her breakup affect her outlook. Once she realizes that life is too short to live in the past, she permits herself to embrace the possibilities. I liked that there were no insta-love declarations, just an admission of mutual liking and an interest in seeing where it goes. With Shannon in Ireland and James due to go back to America, the book ended with a bit of a cliffhanger. I hope to see more of them in the next book.

There is a bit of a mystery surrounding James's presence in the town in the beginning. When Shannon finds he's been visiting the older woman, Maeve, she is suspicious of his motives. As a visiting nurse who has known Maeve all her life, Shannon is protective of her favorite patient. Maeve's secretiveness is worrying, but she's still mentally sharp, so Shannon bides her time. While I suspected the truth, the background of Maeve's story was heartbreaking. I loved seeing the happiness that the truth brought to her. There was some drama caused by her son, who was a selfish prig, but it all worked out in an emotional scene that tugged at the heartstrings.

I loved Shannon's family. It is big and boisterous, and they clearly love each other. That's not to say there aren't squabbles and moments of drama. Hannah is a blunt-spoken social activist who doesn't hesitate to get in their faces about the causes she feels are essential. She is also a bit of a pot-stirrer and delights in making things awkward for Shannon when it comes to James. Imogen is the sophisticated sister who is also something of a drama queen. Her reaction to Shannon's cat Napoleon and his presence in their room was hilarious. The twins, Ava and Grace, don't have as much page time, but their differing personalities are evident. Shannon's grandmother, or nan as she is called, is a force of nature. I loved how she and Shannon's mom, Nora, could bring the family under control with just a few words. Shannon's dad was the quintessential pub owner with his outgoing nature and sense of humor. But my favorite family member was Shannon's cat, Napoleon. He has a regal personality mixed with adorable antics. I laughed out loud at how he seemed to stalk Shannon's dad.

Thank you for providing me a copy in exchange for an honest review. I am grateful to have had the opportunity to read this story and leave my review voluntarily.

I would like to thank Netgalley and Bookouture for a free copy of the book in exchange for an honest review.

Enjoyable.

Shannon is recovering from a break up withJuliene, her French boyfriend. He abandons her and their cat Napoleon in a luxurious flat she cant afford, so she gives it up and moves back home with the cat.

In a tiny village where everyone knows everyone, Shannon returns to the family pub to sleep in her single room with one of her sisters. Its Christmas so all the family are coming back for the holidays, Shannon, Imogen, Hannah, Ava and Grace.

Typical village mentality ensues and along the way comes James, who has a secret connection to a member of the village.

This books ends up on a cliffhanger which annoyed me no end until i saw that the author is planning book 2.

An enjoyable read.

Shannon Kelly has found herself single at thirty-four and unable to pay the exuberant rent by herself, so is forced to move back to Emerald Bay and the Shamrock Inn. Upon her arrival home, Shannon finds out that her grandmother has signed her up to participate in the caroling taking place on Christmas Eve.

While Shannon is out and about, she slips on some ice, but instead of falling she ends up being caught by James Cabot, an American with eyes the colour of sea glass. James ends up occupying the one and only room available at the Shamrock Inn for the holidays.

James isn’t in town just to experience an Irish Christmas, but to connect with his long-lost grandmother, Maeve Doolin. Maeve is a friend of Shannon’s; therefore, Shannon wants to ensure that this isn’t a ploy for someone to get their hands on the ‘nest egg’ that villagers have heard that Maeve is sitting on.

Shannon’s father volunteers for her to give James a tour of Emerald Bay, but when snow starts falling rapidly, they find themselves at Maeve’s until the power goes out and then end up going to the Shamrock Inn where they will find warmth and hospitality. Shannon arrives in Emerald Bay swearing off men, but will she change her mind for this American looking into his Irish roots?

A visual imagine of Emerald Bay was painted in my mind with the author’s descriptions. Having visited Ireland, I have a fondness and appreciation for Irish villages and how they welcome tourists. I can only imagine how magical a place like Emerald Bay would be during the holiday season and the fun that would be had at the Shamrock Inn.

Thank you to NetGalley and Bookouture for allowing me to read an ARC of this novel. #NetGalley #Bookouture #ChristmasintheLittleIrishVillage

Christmas in the Little Irish Village
by Michelle Vernal
Earc: NetGalley
Publisher:Bookouture
Publication Date: 14th October 2022
Genre: General Fiction, Romance, Women's Fiction

Shannon moving back home after a break up. The family dynamics these have is heart warming i love how they all banter together. Additionally I adore the warm fuzzy feeling this book gives me the atomhphere you can imagine in your head especially when you think of all the smells of the amazing food. The story begins four days before Christmas.
Shannon Kelly is on her way home from vacation. She brings her broken heart and her cat.
Returning to her childhood home, Shamrock, her Inn, Shannon is immersed in the warmth and chaos of her closest and dearest.
Will things turn around when handsome American James brings a book to the pub for Christmas? Shannon seems to embarrass herself every time they cross paths (tucking her dress into her panties is embarrassing), so she's determined to avoid James.
However, Shannon becomes suspicious when she learns that James is here to contact his elderly neighbor Maeve.
Is James who he says he is? And can Shannon find the love she so desperately longs for?

This story is well written, incredibly funny, and very moving.

I love the beautiful Irish Christmas celebrations contained in this book. They provide a traditional accompaniment to this modern Christmas story.

Thank you to Bookouture, NetGalley & Michelle Vernal for the Advanced Reader’s Copy of this book for my honest review.

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This was a great Christmas story. I read this book in one morning. I was totally drawn in my the wonderfully inviting and beautiful cover. I actually did a book cover wars and this one won. The story was lovely. It was so full of culture that was family orientated with their little dramas. This book was like a nice warm Christmas hug. Who doesn't love a Christmas story set in a small village it's a perfect book formular right? Especially when it has a great sense of family and community spirit. The characters were quirky and lovable and realistic which is always a plus. I loved how this book told me on a wonderful journey. And how it's simple why things go wrong got back to your family home Especially if it's a larger one. This book definitely went through the highs and lows of life and was heartwarming. It was a real page turning novel that you can easily get lost on. It had a wonderful medium pace that felt very fitting for the story. The author did a brilliant job at creating such a wonderful sense of atmosphere. I loved who there was a great mix of characters in the village it made it fun to read. I even loved the grumpy ones. I loved the whitty humour in this book. I got some funny looks while shopping chuckling while I listened to this book using text to speech. I definitely recommend reading this story if you love your Christmas books packed full of wonderful family and friends. I definitely can't wait for the next instalment of this story as they left this book on a bit of a cliff hanger.

So much praise goes out to the author and publishers for creating such an enjoyable story. I will be looking out for more books by this wonderful author. 

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