Thanks to Netgalley and the publisher for an ARC of this book. I have chosen to write this honest review voluntarily and it reflects my personal opinion.
This second in series returns to the delightful village of Foxmore, with a few characters we already know popping up within the plot of a new couple headed along a romantic path via many struggles. The book is set in the run-up to Christmas over a couple of months and there's the Christmassy feel through talks of hot chocolate, autumn leaves and darkening nights even before we reach decorating the tree. Once again there's a strong environmentally-friendly theme which sits well against the normal Christmas overspending. The story leads towards a big problem between Harriet and Owen that the reader can see coming but there's definitely an extra twist at the end that I didn't expect.
This is another lovely, romantic read with an interesting subplot and engaging characters and it definitely fits the Christmas theme of love and forgiveness.

Cosy, comforting, romantic and eventful! All the ingredients for a great read. Characters old and new fit together to continue this series - this is a stand alone book. Lovely book and I hope there is to come from Foxmore.

Thank you Netgalley

I enjoyed The Christmas Fayre on Holly Field by Lilac Mills. A great easy to read book that left me in a Christmassy feeling. A lovely easy to read story read in one sitting.

In this delightful Christmas romance, a struggling single mom encounters a charismatic advocate against consumerism during the holiday season. The story explores whether his eco-friendly stance can save her money or lead to unforeseen challenges with reused items. As the second book in the series, it maintains the charm of the first, introducing creative characters and a well-written plot that strikes a balance between realism and romance. With a clean narrative and a low spice level, it's an ideal festive read. The quirky small-town setting, relatable characters, and engaging storyline weave together familiar holiday tropes. The writing is cozy, propelling readers toward a predictable yet eagerly anticipated happy ending, while the eco-friendly theme adds a unique touch without being preachy.

This story surprised me a bit in a good way. I didn’t expect environmentalism to be so deeply rooted in the story. Apart from that, it was really inspiring. I think of myself as an environmentalist, though sometimes my enthusiasm wavers, but this story was the boost I needed to be more invested in it again. I think the environmentalism part was more prominent than the romance part, but I didn’t mind it. It was obvious from the first time that Harriet and Owen had an instant connection and they would get their happily ever after. Harriet’s efforts as a single mum were quite admirable. The community of Foxmore was great, too, and I found the village quite charming. I find the title a bit misleading though, not all the book is about the Christmas fayre.
Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for providing me a copy of the book.

I adored the eco vibes in this book - such a great message. The romance was ok, but not overly exciting. I’d recommend for a general feel good winter read.

I dnf'd this book at about 50%. There is a possibility that I will revisit this book in the future, and I will

Synopsis:
This novel stars, Single Mom, 37-year-old Harriet Parry, and 41-year-old Owen Loxton. This addresses consumerism within a holiday romance. Harriet wants to go shopping for Christmas. Owen is an environmental blogger living in his van and challenges Harriet to buy things second-hand.

Many thanks to the author, publisher, and NetGalley for a copy of this book.

This sweet Christmas romance will have you swooning with delight! A single mom with little to no support from an ogre of an ex meets a one-man crusade to save the world from waste and unnecessary materialism as we come into the holiday season, but can his stance on consumerism actually save her money or will the social outcast aspects of reused items cause havoc they can't come back from. This is the second book in the series and it is just as good as the first! Totally enjoyable read with creative characters that you can completely relate to as well as a well written plot with enough realism to keep you centered, but plenty of romance to keep you swooning! It's a clean read so if you like a sweet romance with a low spice level then this is the best Christmas read for you, just don't forget to read the first book first! The stories build the town and flesh out the characters a bit in each book and you'll definitely see characters from book one reappear in this book as well so in order would make the most sense! You'll also get an education on recycling items and a challenge that I think most of us should attempt!

A sweet and easy festive read. This one made me want to dash out a start buying Christmas presents. This can be read at anytime as it's so lovely. My thanks to netgalley and the publishers for giving me the opportunity to read this book in return for an honest review.

If you are a big fan of Christmas. Then this book is certainly for you. It is full of Christmas joy, spirit and magic.

Christmas, Christmas and more Christmas. Love it. We all love a good Christmas read and again this one does the trick. Part of a series but a book that can be read as a stand- alone for sure, this is Harriet's story and what an entertaining and fun story it is.

The characters and premiss of this book is wonderful and the setting in a small English town I love. It made you feel as if you were there. This is such an easy and light read, fun and of course Christmassy. Bring on Christmas!

Thank you NetGalley and Canelo for giving me the opportunity to read and review this book.

This is a Christmas book readers can enjoy year-round, and aren’t those just great?! The Christmas Fayre on Holly Field by Lilac Mills had a plot that just drew me in. This book is a part of the Foxmore Village series, which is the charming Welsh village readers are transported to. Lovely enough, this book can be read as a standalone (which I did) and really makes you want to read the rest of the series.

Meet Harriet. She’s challenged by a handsome stranger that she would not be able to last a week without buying something new. Excuse me, sir?! So she raises the ante and declares she can make it to Christmas buying solely preloved items. Little does she know, he’s actually a freelance environmental writer who is writing a series of blog posts about this challenge for his online community. Let the games begin!

I loved how the plot is based around the idea of purchasing everyone pre-loved when you can, saving money, and our lovely planet Earth. It was so influential! Mills was able to illustrate characters and settings beautifully, and tackled the consumer society problem we have become in a charming way. It’s clear Mills is passionate about this and I feel this passion is really what draws in readers and makes us think. Thank you, Lilac!

Lilac Mills is always a good shout when you want that brilliant read and leaves you feeling warm and happy. Loved this new one.

This was a super cute book. The quaint English village it was set in was adorable and made me want to visit. It sounds like a really nice place to live. The main characters of this book were a little bit annoying, hence the 4 star review. Other than that, the book was really good. I wish it was a little spicier though!

Lilac Mills is one of my favorite auther of all times! And I am so happy to have read her latest Christmas book! This one is brilliant! And it gave me the will to buy more pre-loved stuff now! It really made me think more about the environment. I wasn't expecting to read about these things in that book, I was reallly thinking it was going to be a Christmas romance. And it was totally something else even though there is romance and there is a bit of a Christmas aspect to the book, don't get me wrong! But if you are into the environment issues our planet is going through and what we can do as humans to help a bit, this book is for you! This is a very very very good book!!!

"The Christmas Fayre on Holly Field" by Lilac Mills is a heartwarming and timely holiday tale filled with charm and unexpected twists. Harriet's struggle as a single mother is relatable, and her challenge to buy second-hand until Christmas adds a unique and eco-conscious twist to the story. Owen, with his anonymous reporting of Harriet's journey, adds an element of humour and intrigue.

Mills beautifully captures the essence of the holiday season, showcasing the importance of family, resilience, and the joy of giving. The story unfolds with a perfect blend of humour and heart, making it an ideal festive read. Readers will find themselves rooting for Harriet as she navigates her unconventional Christmas journey and discovers the true meaning of the season.

"The Christmas Fayre on Holly Field" is a delightful and heartening story that reminds us that the holidays are about more than just gifts, and that sometimes, unexpected challenges can lead to the most meaningful moments.

I loved this! It was such a cute and totally different out liok. I loved it!!
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Harriet is a newly divorced mother of two finding it difficult to cope financially with little help from her ex with money and rarely seeing the kids, when Harriet meets Owen a blogger and environmentalist in the café she works he challenges her to not buy anything new for a month up to Christmas.
Then sparks begin to fly between them, can she survive the challenge?
A lovley book with an enviromental message aswell as the day to day struggles of a recently divorced mum of twin girls money worries.

This book wasn't quite what i was expecting but it was enjoyable all the same. Harriet is struggling financially and trying to provide for her family coming up to christmas without much help from her absent husband. She meets Owen who comes up with a suggestion but he is secretly blogging about her journey.
i found this a quick read and was very entertaining.

This book was a lot about the environment, which we need to be aware of but it did get very repetitive, not really Christmassy as this only happens later, the characters were very likable but the "thoughts" instead of speaking really puts me off, not my favourite book