Festive feel good book with a community twist, can be read as a stand-alone but I recommend the series to you in full. Thank you netgalley for the advanced copy

How nice to be back in Essendale! Don't worry, though, if you haven't read the earlier books in the series because this will be fine as a standalone. It's very much a "it takes a village" novel about how Kate helps the village revive its somewhat sagging economy. The idea of a living Advent calendar seems unwieldy at first but it works. Kate's a treat as are the others. And there's a romance. Thanks to Netgalley for the ARC. An easy read that will make you smile.

A charming festive read. Kate’s story drew me in once again to the lovely world of the Board Game Cafe. This book could work equally well as a stand-alone for anyone who’s new to the series.
I enjoyed Kate’s journey as a character who comes to realise that some of her fundamental beliefs about herself and her past are built on shaky foundations. I also enjoyed her second chance romance with a geeky guy, and her efforts on behalf of her community, which built to a satisfyingly heartwarming climax on Christmas Eve.
A fun and cosy read to get you into the Christmas spirit.

This year I discovered the Little Board Game Cafe in Essendale, among the pages of this wonderful series by Jennifer Page, and I've absolutely fallen in love. Over the first three books, Emily, Jo and Taylor have gotten their HEA! Always by their side being the bestest friend ever has been Kate. Always there to help cheer them up and offer advice, she's the best friend anyone could ever ask for. But what about her happily ever after? Well it's time for Kate's story!

I love, loved Christmas at the Board Game Cafe. Kate is the epitome of Little Miss Perfect, always trying to achieve perfection [and she really does seem perfect], but what she really wants is her own cheesy, happy ever after. When she sees that the Board Game Cafe is struggling she puts her marketing thinking cap on and finds a way to help make Christmas a little more cheery in Essendale with a "Living Advent Calendar". However, will her Christmas also come with a happily ever after too?

What I love about this series is the community feel. Every book builds on the previous book, with the same characters coming back to cheer on their friends and family to be the absolute best they can be. This shines through in Christmas at the Board Game Cafe. They way the whole town rallies around Kate's idea of a Living Advent Calendar is beautiful. The idea itself is absolutely brilliant and I would love to see it in person... especially Mr B's Baubles!!

My favourite thing about this series is the characters. Jennifer Page writes characters that are realistic and ones that you can see yourself in. She really pulled at my emotional heartstrings with this one, as I could see myself in Kate and this gave the story an added layer of "got to grab the tissues while I read"! Right up to the last chapter I was rooting for Kate and hoping that she would get the HEA she so deserved!!!

If you're looking for a book to get you in the holiday mood you need to add Christmas at the Board Game Cafe to your holiday reading. It is beautiful, heartwarming and I can honestly say it would warm even the grinchiest of grinches!!

I took my time to get to this story as i really wanted to finish all the books in the series first and of course I was a little behind but i'm so glad i read all the books in order because I was so invested in the whole series by the time i got to this one and this was just the perfect addition. With it's lovely festive setting and even lovelier characters. I really wanted the best for them and wanted to see them finally get their act together!

I can't wait to have a re read by the fire with a hot chocolate and a Christmas tree twinkling in the corner!

Such a fun read! Highly recommend.

Many thanks to Netgalley, the author, and the publisher for my ARC. All opinions are my own.

I’ve loved the previous books in this series so I was looking forward to returning to Essendale. This is a another great read about friendship, love and community with a festive twist - highly recommended!

Back at the cafe, with familiar, beloved characters, this is a lovely escapist tale, full of Christmas cheer. The festivities, tension, and a little romance make this atmospheric story sparkle. A very enjoyable read.

Another return to Essendale where despite it coming up to Christmas things are quiet and someone needs to help the local economy. Cue Kate with her great marketing ideas and organisational prowess she can come up with something, but she really doesn’t like Christmas. It’s time to address these problems and maybe change some long held opinions. I’ve been waiting for a book about Kate and her life and this doesn’t disappoint and with a great festive touch . Fantastic Christmassy read

A lovely return to Essendale! A really festive read catching up with lovely characters. Highly recommended.

This was a cute holiday read! I loved it because I didn't need to follow a complicated storyline, yet it was interesting enough to keep me turning the pages. I enjoyed the evolution of Kate's character from the beginning to the end. I also enjoyed the message.......people gathering together and finding common ground as human beings and not labels.

I received a complimentary ecopy of this book in exchange for an honest review. Opinions expressed in this review are completely my own. Thank you Netgalley, Aries/Aria Fiction and Jennifer Page.

Gorgeous third book in this beautiful series.
Book Review: Christmas at the Board Game Cafe

I just finished reading Christmas at the Board Game Cafe by Jennifer Page, and it was an absolute joy from start to finish! This fourth installment in the series immerses us in the charming Yorkshire town of Essendale, where Kate seems to have it all—great friends, a thriving career, and a picturesque life. Yet, beneath the surface, I found her loneliness resonated deeply with me, especially as the festive season approached.

Kate's idea for a living Advent calendar to attract visitors to the town is nothing short of brilliant. It highlights her creativity and commitment to her community, but also the pressure she feels to make everything perfect. The sense of urgency to help her best friend's board game café added layers to the story that kept me invested.

The arrival of Kate's ex-boyfriend brought an unexpected twist. Their dynamic was both complicated and relatable, and I appreciated how the author navigated their past while allowing Kate to confront her feelings. The tension between wanting to trust him again and the fear of repeating past mistakes was palpable, making me root for their second chance.

The festive atmosphere is beautifully depicted, from the cozy café scenes to the magical unveiling of the Advent windows. Page has a knack for creating a warm, inviting setting that feels like a hug on a cold winter day.

Overall, Christmas at the Board Game Cafe is a heartwarming read that perfectly captures the essence of second chances, community, and the magic of the holiday season. It’s the kind of book that makes you want to curl up with a cup of tea and savor every page. I can’t wait to recommend it to friends as we approach the holidays!

Another lovely book in the Board Game Café series.
This is number four, and this time we read Kate's story. Kate is in marketing and only deals in perfection. When she is challenged with improving business in the local villages, and in particular her friend Em's board game café, she comes up with the idea of a living advent calendar.
This book has all the well-loved characters from the previous books and is a great read.

Kate has always been there for her friends, to lend an ear, offer advice, even help build up their businesses. What they don’t realise is that Kate is lonely. A string of failed dates have left her wondering if she will ever find someone special, or if she has already met him and let him go. In the lead up to Christmas, Kate is feeling it more than ever.
But the small Yorkshire town of Essendale, where Kate and her friends live, is facing a slump, and it’s affecting all of their businesses. They turn to Kate to help them, and she comes up with the idea of a living advent calendar. Throwing herself into it, Kate hopes it will help life her spirits. But when she spots Xander “the one that got away” will it throw all her plans into chaos, and how will it affect her fledgling relationship with her new man, Peter.
If you are looking for a book to lose yourself in that will leave you feeling like you’ve had a warm hug, this is for you. Although this is part of a series, you can read as a standalone but I would highly recommend the whole series.

Back at the board game cafe surrounded by familiar faces, we're caught up in Kate's captivating story. From the first page of the book, I felt like I was reuniting with old friends - Kate, Jo, Em, and Taylor.

I am truly inspired by Kate's idea of the Advent trail in town. It reminds me of the lovely traditions in our hometown, but Kate's concept takes it to a whole new level. I can already picture myself leisurely strolling along the trail and exploring all the delightful shops.

The direction of the book was clear, but I found that it only added to its charm. And there's a new addition to our group - the intriguing Xander.

If you're looking for a heartwarming and delightful read, this book is an absolute must-read! It has all the elements to lift your spirits and leave you feeling warm and fuzzy inside.

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A lovely read with engaging characters and storyline. I found myself thinking about the characters and enjoyed reading about the advent calendar displays.

Book 4 in the Little Board Game Cafe series is delightful. This one is a Christmas story and it's full of seasonal activity.

Kate is an organiser and she is good at it, so when her friend asks her for help to bring customers back to the town over the Christmas period she gets to work. Her idea is to have a Living Advent Calendar, one window revealed each night in the run-up to Christmas. Kate is efficient but she is also lonely, and despite trying out people she hasn't met the one...or she did but it didn't work out. Kate gets another chance this Christmas and this is her story.

Full of Christmas charm this story is a nice easy read with a comforting Christmas vibe. Curl up with a hot chocolate in front of the fire and enjoy it you won't be disappointed.

An emotional roller coaster of a book that I just couldn't put down and I didn't want too. A quick, easy read that I finished in a small sitting because I wanted to know what happened

I'm obsessed with this series. I've loved all the Board Game Cafe books and this one set at Christmas time is equally as beautiful.

Back in the idyllic towns that hold so many beautiful memories but with the addition of a Living Advent Calendar and I'm here for it. I would love to see one in the flesh, it just sounds so picturesque.

Another easy 5⭐️ read and I can't wait to see what comes next.

This is such a fun cosy christmas read! The romance is quite slow-paced and cute. The ending is expected, but it doesn't take away the fun of it!