Evergreen Christmas, by Janet Dailey, follows the story on twenty-something Jordyn Banks as she and her barrel racing quarter horse Star arrive in Noel, NC, to move into the only home she’d ever known at Chestnut Ridge. When Jordyn first arrives in Noel she encounters the Noel’s Nanas, a group of four senior ladies that watch over the town and its residents.

Jordyn came up through the foster system and, while some of the families she spent time with were fine, she never felt as though she was “home.” When she aged out of the system, Jordyn joined the rodeo circuit as a barrel racer and has finally saved the money to establish roots. Upon learning Jordyn’s story, the Nanas take her under their wing. The first thing they do is convince Jordyn to enter Noel’s Christmas Competition to best Nate Reed and his family’s Frost Firs Ranch this year as they have taken the crown the past nine years. When Jordyn meets the broody widower, his adorable daughter Roxie, and his former bull riding brother Tucker, she begins to crave the competition but she just might crave the cozy family more.

This is a lovely holiday story set in a perfect mountain community that makes the reader want to call home. The characters are well described making each one special. I very much enjoyed this book and I do recommend it!

This is a beautiful book and it is so amazing, the story is so lovely and very enjoyable to read. i loved everything about this book and i would recommend to anyone who loves reading to give this book a go. it is a lovely book and i will read other books from this author.

This book was good. The idea of a Christmas romance isn't new, but I think the way it was told was perfect. Jordyn moves to the town of Noel, North Carolina, after a career as a barrel racer in the rodeo.

I think the characters of Nate and Jordyn are good, Nate especially, as the widowed father who is afraid to put his heart of the line, for fear of introducing a new woman into his daughters life, and then it not working out. And Nate's daughter Roxie, who never knew what it was like to have a mother (Her mother, Macy, died after giving birth to Roxie...). Jordyn's character, as the orphaned girl, who bounced from foster home to foster, and never knowing either of her parents, or what having a stable home was like until moving to Noel.

Of course, Jordyn and Nate wind up together at the end of the book. But it's the perfect holiday romance.

Jordyn Banks is a horse breeder who has recently moved to Noel, North Carolina. She decides she wants to win the Christmas Crown by entering this year’s many holiday competitions. But the reigning champs are her handsome single neighbor, Nate, and his charming daughter, Roxie.

As the competitions heat up, Nate needs to decide if he is ready to fall in love again. If his brother and the local Nanas have anything to say about it, his story will end up tied up with a bow.

Why Kirsten loves it
Can I move to Noel? All the hilarious Christmas competitions made me wish I really could move to this charming small town. This sweet romance only had a kiss or two, but featured the sweetest family I’ve read in years. That Roxie is a treasure!

A sweet second chance romance. Both Nate and Jordyn are starting over in their own way. He still hasn’t been able to move on from his wife, who he tragically lost during childbirth. Jordyn is finally planting roots. As a foster child, she never really had a home.

The Nanna’s bring some funny moment, but also cause some problems, even though they mean well. During the Christmas competition, Nate and Jordyn get to know each other and she lets the fact that she wants to be with him known, he pushes her away. Roxie, Nate’s daughter grows attached to Jordyn immediately and that scares him even more.

The interactions they have, as well as the conversations, make the speed of their relationship seem believable. My heart broke for them because I understood where they each were coming from. Just when he realizes his true feelings for Jordyn, she decides that she would rather stay friends than lose him forever. His grand gesture to prove his feelings was perfect.

I really enjoyed this book and hope to see a book for Nate’s brother in the future. I received an ARC and this is my honest, voluntary review.

I think it is wonderful that Janet Dailey had notes left behind allowing her legacy to continue for more generations. I enjoyed this holiday romance and the town of Noel. The Noel Nanas were fantastic. Nate is the attractive widowed dad with an adorable little girl to tempt Jordyn into putting down rots. Highly recommend this one to get into the Christmas spirit.

Thanks to the publisher and NetGalley for advanced copy, and I give my review freely.

Grabs you from word one and keeps you interested right to the last page. Infused with humor and plenty of holiday touches; a thoroughly enjoyable holiday read!

What an amazing, charmingly sweet and full of Christmas magic romance story! The book is well written and was such a joy to read. I honestly couldn't put it down. I love the small town of Noel, NC. The characters are heartfelt and wonderful with adorable Roxanna and Jordyn and Nate having a delightful spark. The story line was fun and had a little bit of everything with loss, second chances, starting over, romance and family. It's a heartwarming, uplifting, and very entertaining holiday love story that will put you in a festive and happy mood. I loved it!

A cute, simple romance. A good weekend read. The Noel Nanas and sweet little Roxie were such bright spots! There were moments the story didn't flow.I have read many Janet Dailey books going back to when she wrote series romance stories in all 50 states. I have to admit I don't like the idea of someone else writing under her name. It just felt wrong.

Thank you to Kensington Publishing and NetGalley for the advance reader copy.

I really enjoy reading books by this author especially her Christmas books. They are always so good that you won't want to put them down.

Jordyn never really had a place to call home because she was in and out of Foster homes all the time. So after she left barrel racing she bought a small ranch that she could start a business from and have a home of her own finally. It was in a little town called Noel.

Now she meets up with four older women who are known to the town as the Noel Nana's. They get her to join their Christmas Competition and take the title away from Nate who has won it the last 9 years in a row.

A really cute story that will make your Christmas season a little brighter.

If you love a sweet, clean, community filled Christmas story, you will enjoy this book.
A cute story of the new bee in town getting to know the people in the community after the women in town take her under their wing. She learns all about this towns Christmas competition as she’s thrust into it. While it’s also a story of two people meeting, and falling at first sight it does fall a little flat. There’s not a ton of character development for these 2characters who feel fairly one sides. She is a barrel racer with long glorious hair and green eyes (we hear over and over) and he is a widowed single dad that runs the farm next door.

Thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for the arc.

This was not exactly what I expected of a Janet Dailey book, but it was a perfect cute holiday romance. No drama, light and fluffy...perfect for curling up by the fire with some cocoa and reading while the snow falls.
If you are a fan of books like Susan Mallery's Fools Gold series, this will definitely be a book you will enjoy.

This is a feel-good, light-hearted story set in a small town during the Christmas season. Jordyn is new to town and is excited to set down roots. Upon arrival to town, she is taken under the wings of Noel's Nanas - four seasoned ladies who have an ulterior motive in getting Jordyn to participate in the Christmas competitions. What is unexpected is her attraction to her neighbor Nate, who will be her biggest competitor.

There's certainly plenty to love about this story - small town, romance, Noel's Nanas, Fabio Fraser, a sweet youngster, community, and humor. And a few happy tears were shed at the end.

A magical love story at Christmas time. Jordyn is new in town and Noel is ready to welcome her and make her feel, for the first time, that she has found her home. Nate is still mourning her late wife and it's not ready to exposes his heart and the heart of his six years old daugther. But the Nanas, the four women in front of the annual Christmas competion had other thing in mind. Can the magic os Christmas time bring them together and find their happinness and love? Sweet.

Evergreen Christmas by Janet Dailey is a new book and a new series called Frosted Firs Ranch. The novel takes place in a small town named Noel, North Carolina. Barrel racer Jordyn Banks buys property without seeing it in person and knows it is time to settle down. She is excited to begin her new life where she can be a part of things. Within minutes of entering town she is approached by four older women called the Noel Nanas. They want Jordyn to enter into the Christmas competition with her magnificent “fabio” fir. Little did Jordyn know what that small visit would start.

The town’s hottest and least available bachelor lives next door at Frosted Firs Ranch with his brother and cute daughter. There are contests and lots of people making this season a wonderful one for Jordyn. Being a straight shooter, she realizes that she has feelings for Nate Reed and tells her, but he isn’t ready. Only he really is and doesn’t know it. His family falls for her. The town falls for her. Jordyn has found her home and just maybe with a Christmas miracle, a hot neighbor.

The contests, snowy days and Christmas trees make the story fun. I love the inherent goodness in Jordyn. I love the characters of Nanas and Roxie. However, I really felt I had read parts of the story with other authors. Parts of the plotline were totally new, but the rest felt remade. Surprisingly I found I enjoyed the book despite the feelings about reading parts of it previously. I loved the meaning and the ending of Evergreen Christmas by Janet Dailey.

** I found it interesting that this is a new book, but the author died in 2013.

Evergreen Christmas by Janet Dailey is a sweet Christmas romance. Jordyn Banks has just arrived, having purchased a small ranch sight-unseen. She was hauling a horse trailer carrying her only friend, Star, who had helped her earn her money by carrying her to many barrel racing championships. She was watched by four older women: Carol Belle, Kandy, Holly Wyld, and Eve. These four had been looking forward to her arrival because the most beautiful Christmas tree was on her property and they wanted her to use it to win the Christmas Crown. Take it away from Nate Reed, who owned the place next to Jordyn’s. He and his brother and his daughter ran a Christmas tree farm and Christmas boutique. He was a man in pain; he had lost his wife six years earlier when Roxie was born and he could not let go of the pain. His brother wanted him to find someone else as did The Cheek Pinchers, also known as the Nanas, the four women who had already accosted Jordyn. From here on the story is nothing but fun, celebrating Christmas in Noel

That they were attracted to one another was not under dispute. Both were scared. That made it tougher. Nate loosened up some and then drew away. Jordyn wanted these people to all be her friends. She had dreamed of this life often and was not willing to give it up for what might be a failed love affair. The Christmas Crowning was a flurry of events, seemingly simple enough, but all with odd twists. These made this a thoroughly enjoyable read. It was heart-breaking really watching Nate and Jordyn circle one another. Nate was worried about Roxie giving her heart and than having it broken. But, as he watched Jordyn and his daughter, he realized that woman would not be the one to do it. The characters were endearing and the plot was simple, but enjoyable. What a fun Christmas read!

I was invited to read Everygreen Christmas by Kensington Publishing. All thoughts an opinions are mine. #Netgalley #KensingtonPublishing #JanetDailey #EvergreenChristmas

Fun Christmas romance that centers around the town of Noel 12 Christmas competition that the whole town partakes. Nate is the reigning champion for the last 9 years, but the founders of the competition decided it’s time for a new winner. Jordyn recently purchased a small ranch for her and Star, retired barrel racing duo. Not realizing the perfect Christmas tree is on her property, the 4 busy buddies (the founders) recruited Jordyn to compete. She is competitive by nature, but things shift once she meets Nate and his adorable daughter Roxie.
Love the zany games of the competition! I would love to watch them, but not compete. Typical Christmas story with a HEA. Great way to start enjoying the Christmas reading season.
Thank you #NetGalley for this ARC, all opinions expressed are my own. #EvergreenChristmas #FrostedFirsRanch

In a charming small town called Noel, North Carolina, a new resident, Jordyn, becomes part of the close-knit community. Upon her arrival, she is welcomed by the Noel Nanas—a lively group of four older women who share a lifelong bond and are always ready to stir up some fun. This year, their mission is to help someone new win the town’s Christmas competition, and Jordyn is their chosen candidate.

As Jordyn settles into her new home, she meets her neighbor, Nate, his daughter Roxie, and his brother Tucker. Nate has lived in Noel all his life, but after losing his wife during Roxie’s childbirth six years ago, he’s been grieving deeply. Despite this, Jordyn finds herself irresistibly drawn to him, and slowly, her warm and endearing personality begins to soften Nate’s heart. For the first time since his loss, he starts to reconsider whether he’s ready to open himself up to love again.

This book is the perfect feel-good Christmas novel. The story is so engaging that you’ll find yourself eagerly turning the pages, fully engrossed in the warmth and charm of Noel. The author’s detailed descriptions make it easy to visualize the town and its people, creating an immersive experience that feels like watching a classic holiday movie—just in book form.

The characters are lovable, especially Jordyn, whose vibrant personality is sure to win over readers. There’s a beautiful blend of light romance, friendship, and a fun, friendly competition that brings the story to life. The relationships, especially Nate’s gradual healing and his connection with Jordyn, are heartwarming and satisfying.

This was my first time reading a work by this author, and I thoroughly enjoyed every moment. It’s the kind of story that wraps you up in warmth, perfect for the holiday season. If you’re in the mood for an easy, uplifting read with a sprinkle of romance and community spirit, this is the book for you. I’ll definitely be seeking out more works from this author in the future.

Many thanks to NetGalley for providing me with an ARC of this delightful novel!

I would like to thank Netgalley, Kensington and Janet Dailey for the E ARC of this book that is published on the 24th of September.
Jordyn moves to the beautiful town of Noel and on her arrival comes under the scrutiny of the towns Nana’s. She is exactly what they were hoping for and set out to put their plan into action.
Jordyn hopes that the town will be a place she can put down roots, start her own business and maybe fall in love. The Nanas hope that she will help them by participating in the towns annual Christmas Competition and taking the crown from Nate. Not that they don’t love Nate and his daughter Roxanna but they feel he needs to move on from the loss of his wife. The competition was something he did with his late wife and he competes every year to keep her memory alive – which is not a bad thing but it is not giving him the opportunity to open his heart to someone else.
As the competition starts and Jordyn spends time with Nate and Roxanna the chemistry starts, will they both be open to the possibility of love?
This was a great read with a wonderful setting and characters. I really liked the Nanas and how they wanted to help both Jordyn and Nate. Roxanna was a lovely wee girl who grew more confident and self-assured with Jordyn’s support and help. I liked the way that Nate looked out for Jordyn when required and both he and Roxanna helped her not only settle into her new home but during the competition as well.
This is a book that would be ideal to read snuggled up on a winters day with the fire crackling, a hot cuppa beside you and Christmas lights twinkling in the background.

*Thanks Netgalley & Kensington Publishing for this arc in exchange for an honest review*

Jordyn Banks, newcomer to Noel NC, becomes the newest project for the Noel Nana’s, a group of 4 older meddlesome women. Jordyn is introduced to Noel’s annual Christmas Competition and convinced to enter with the promise of mentoring by one. In doing so, Jordyn must take down 9 time Christmas Crown winner, Nate Reed. Nate is a widow, single father to Roxie, & owner of Frosted Firs Ranch. Will Jordyn be able to defeat him and will she be able to unlock the chains around Nate’s heart? The characters are all engaging. The storyline is perfection. This will make you smile and cry in all the best ways. Tropes include found family, single Dad, small town, neighbors to second chance romance, and let’s not forget Christmas. This was a heartwarming story that has me patiently waiting for the next one in series