The author writes with her usual fascinating historical touch from delightful descriptions to scenes you'd love to be in. With the description of the ball gowns to the sumptuous dinners I simply couldn't get enough.

We all know Christmas books are extra special, and this is one you'll surely want to read, I loved all the discoveries I made as I read, the extra oomph, it has a magical Christmas appeal sprinkled throughout, an unexpected chance at romance and sugar plums.

Though I've never had sugar plums I am now craving them in a pie or some type of pastry. Warm and delightful, a story with well-developed characters that I'm hoping we'll see more of in future books.

Did you know the author has recipes that go with all of her series. There is a link in the book, and I went scrolling checking out these recipes and wow, they all sound so delicious. I will be checking it out again and trying some of them.

I was given a complimentary copy of this book.
All opinions expressed are my own.

This book combines the character development and attention to historical detail that Roseanna M. White always delivers with an interesting take of the story within Tchaikovsky's The Nutcracker. I have yet to be disappointed by one of her novels. Christmas romances are always fun to read, and I recommend this whimsical story with a powerful message. I received a complimentary copy of this book from the author and I am willingly giving this honest review.

Christmas at Sugar Plum Manor by Roseanna M. White is a wonderful look into Christmas of old! A lovely story with lost love, new romance, revenge, and the discovery of the real meaning of Christmas.

Cyril returns to Sugar Plum Manor to take his place as the rightful heir. Although he feels inadequate and unwanted by past and recent events. He reconnects with the family including Mariah, his childhood friend who has decided to welcome him as a friend only. What was supposed to be a family Christmas turns into a house party with a Danish royal vying for Mariah's hand in marriage.

A sweet and intriguing story with interesting characters and situations. I received this book from Ms. White and all thoughts and opinions are my own.

This novella is a delightful, sweet romance set in 1902 in England. Mariah wants a husband who will appreciate her for who she is: Her sense of child-like fun. Her caring for the people of the village. But her sister is much pretty than her, and her current suitors both came very close to proposing to the beautiful but self-centered Lady Pearl. It's clear she'd only be their second choice, mainly desirable for her connections and as a way to get back at the other suitor. Cyril fully appreciates her sense of whimsy and caring, but how to prove it? The Danish lord isn't marrying for love and assumes she'll grow out of her silliness, but Mariah's sister encourages him to treat her as a person rather than a goal.

The characters were likable, complex, and acted realistically. Historical Christmas details were woven into the story. A moment happens when both men realize they've been acting badly and need to change their behavior. Everyone gets a happy ending, filled with fun and delight in the Christmas season. The focus of Christmas was the birth of Christ, and why He came was woven into the story. There was no sex or bad language. Overall, I'd highly recommend this enjoyable novella.

Sweet Christmas novella with a nod to the Nutcracker, story lovers, family, and serving others.

Lady Mariah Lyons, loves her stepfather the Earl of Castleton. He has been a wonderful landlord, taking good care of the manor and the town and she loves accompanying him. She strives to bring joy to the workers at the manor and the townspeople, and they love her. This will all change once she marries and leaves. She feels her own siblings Fred and Louise, and her mother view her as silly and never seem to appreciate her company.

Cyril Lightbourne, presumed heir to her stepfather, and her dear friend once upon a time, will be joining them for Christmas at Plumford Manor. Along with the too-handsome Lord Soren Gyldenkrone who comes to call, let the adventures begin!

I really enjoyed the fun traditions they shared at Christmas, and the search for belonging and family that we all long for.

Thank you to the author, publisher, and net galley for allowing me to read a copy, all opinions are my own. I hope you enjoy this captivating Christmas novella by one of my favorite authors!

Thank you to Roseanna White, NetGalley, and Bethany House for this #gifted book!*
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Title: Christmas at Sugarplum Manor
Author: Roseanna White
Genre: Christian Historical Fiction
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Synopsis: As childhood friends, Lady Mariah of Plumford Manor and Cyril Lightbourne created a beautiful imaginative world known to them as Sugarplum Manor. When Cyril left the manor, the two continued their adventures through written correspondence. And Mariah had dreams of romance and continued adventures. But as Mariah grew older, her mother deemed it time to grow up and put away the childish notions. When the now-engaged Cyril is invited back to Mariah’s home along with a Danish lord suitor, Mariah’s childhood dreams appear to be crushed. Through family struggles, troubled friendships, and misunderstood courtships, Cyril and Lady Moriah search to bring the magic of childhood back to the Christmas season and to Sugarplum Manor.

Analysis: Roseanna White’s new novella is filled with the magic of Christmastime and the romance of regency. Plus it has plenty of nods to the holiday classic story and ballet The Nutcracker. I loved the main characters, Cyril and Mariah, and Mariah’s family. And while I really enjoyed the main plot of the romance, I think I enjoyed seeing Mariah’s family relationships grow even more! The romance is sweet, and the setting is beautiful. You’ll have visions of fairies and sugarplums dancing in your head all through the pages. And the true meaning of Christmas is pointed to multiple times throughout the story. If you’re looking for a festive read to get into the holiday spirit, Christmas at Sugarplum Manor is a great place to start!

Star Rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

PS - I think novellas are perfect for the busy Christmas season!

*I was given an ARC in exchange for my honest review. All thoughts and opinions ťexpressed in this review are my own.

This is just a lovely tale that will put you in the mood for Christmas. It was like reading a fairy tale within a fairy tale.
The Nutcracker-inspired story has good guys, bad guys, sugar plums, faith, family, imagination and love.
But I would mainly sum it up as an adventure in joy.
If you'd enjoy reading a unique Christmas story that is simply magical, this is it!

A favorite quote:
""But that's what Christmas is about, isn't it? The impossible becoming real. An infinite God becoming a fragile babe. That perfect God making a path for us to come back to Him, and doing it in a way both spectacular and yet so mysterious, so hidden that people could and still do deny it."

Thank you to Net Galley for allowing me to read this book. The opinions are entirely my own.

Christmas at Sugar Plum Manor is the perfect recipe for the coziest, most heart-warming read you never knew you needed. Mix together a pinch of Pride & Prejudice, a dash of Downton Abbey, a sweet sugar plum, and a sprinkle of the nativity throughout, read slowly for several hours, and enjoy!
If you are familiar with Roseanna White’s books, this one will feel like coming home for the holidays with her usual engaging writing, well-researched historical setting, and lively narrative. If you are not familiar with her historical novels, this is a great place to start! I love how well developed the characters are for a shorter story, and how some remain true to who they are amidst pressure to conform, while others see the need to change their wrong ways and are willing to follow through. There was one Danish word I had to look up the meaning for, but otherwise it was a very smooth, easy to follow read that was clear in my mind’s eye. Most importantly, even among all the fun, everything points to celebrating Christ’s birth and all He has done for us.
Mariah, Cyril, and the others are very real to me now, and I hope they make appearances in future works. Grab a copy of this delightful novella for a unique, unexpected Christmas treat that will have you smelling cinnamon, tasting sugar, hearing carols, seeing lights, feeling warm by the fire, and celebrating the wonders of Christmas in your own heart.
*I received a complimentary copy of this e-book courtesy of Bethany House Publishers through Interviews & Reviews and NetGalley. All thoughts and opinions are my own.

If you want to read a book that expresses everything that is magical about Christmas, look no further than Christmas at Sugar Plum Manor by Roseanna M. White. 

As usual, Ms. White’s words have the power to conjure vivid details, but this time she even managed to get my olfactory senses going. I swear I smelled cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg and everything good about Christmas baking! 

This delightful book will have you wishing Christmas was around the corner, that it was snowing, and everything you love about Christmas was about to begin. And I haven’t even got to the story yet! 

The character of Lady Mariah, who loved everything about Christmas, was someone that everyone needs in their life if they need a hefty dose of friendship, whimsy, love and laughter. Her childhood friend Cyril Lightbourne, is someone she has loved all her life and you can’t help but root for these two as one obstacle (a Danish lord) threatens to tear them apart forever. 

I loved the faith element in this book, the celebration of Christmas, and the sense of tradition in the Castleton family. I loved how the author had her characters grow and helped some to find joy again, and others to find God. 

If you want a heartwarming read that is hard to put down, I highly recommend Christmas at Sugar Plum Manor!

I received a complimentary copy courtesy of Bethany House through NetGalley for my honest review.

Christmas at Sugar Plum Manor is a perfectly balanced sweet, imaginative, romantic Christmas story. This is exactly the type of book I am looking for to help me either get in the holiday mood or celebrate the magic and beauty of Christmas. Mariah is a creative who loves stories and other non-traditional ways of serving others. Cyril spends Christmas at Plumford Manor and shows himself to be the perfect heir. Mariah wants to keep her heart protected, but the friendship that resurges is so natural and perfect she can’t help but grow closer to Cyril. I love the simplicity of this story and how the focus is on serving others, putting others before yourself, and being willing to dream a little. There are complicated family dynamics and as these issues come to a head, the Light shines brightly, reflecting the ultimate meaning of Christmas. I really enjoyed all the holiday visuals of sweet treats, the decorations, the scents, the scenery, and the joy of the children. This is a delightful standalone Christmas story you are sure to treasure.
I received a complimentary copy from the author and all opinions expressed are solely my own, freely given.

I have read several of Roseanna White’s books and absolutely adored them all, so when I heard she was releasing a Christmas Novella, I was super excited and even more elated when I received an ebook copy.
Everything beautiful about Roseanna’s writing is stuffed into this sweet novella, complete with the Christmastime joy and hope of what Christ has done for us.
The characters were unique and believable, and even the cold, affronting Gyldencrone had a soft side to him. I appreciated that he got his happy ending, too, not just Mariah and Cyril. Mariah was a special character to relate to. She was the embodiment of Christmas joy without being childish.
Despite being a shorter read, this book does well by adding in the rich history and details of old England.
I can think of nothing that wasn’t great about this book! It's a must-read if you're a fan of Roseanna White’s work.