A Skye Full of Stars

Another lovely read from Sue. Set in Scotland during the build-up to Christmas, this was a beautiful setting for a festive story. Loved the descriptions of the Isle of Skye and all the celebrations. My thanks to Netgalley and the publishers for giving me the opportunity to read this book in return for an honest review.

wow I really loved this second book in the Skye sisters trilogy. Fantastic story and loved finding all about Ezzies birth family. I really could not put this book down and cant wait for the third book in the series.

This is book two in the wonderful Skye Sisters Trilogy and was everything I hoped it would be. I'd been looking forward to Ezzie's story after learning about her in Under a Summer Skye and it drew me in right away, written in such a way where you couldn't help but want things to work out for her.

Ezzie Wynter has been made manager at Rothach Hall but is thrown a bit when the Larsons, the hall's owners and their family decide to spend Christmas there - and not only that, but some of them appear a few weeks early! The early guests include Mats and his two children, upset because their mum has left them and decided to go travelling over the holidays.

Ezzie and Mats relationship gets off to a rocky start, and when Mats inadvertantly discovers Ezzie's and her sister Thea's secret from the first book, she soon has to decide whether or not she can trust him. And then when unexpected visitors turn up looking for her, she suddenly feels alone and confused.

I don't want to give too much away but I loved the way we saw Ezzie's relationships develop and change during the course of this book. Her two sisters had issues to deal with themselves, leaving Ezzie feeling alone, before realising she had others who cared about her and that her sisters would always be her sisters.

The descriptions of beautiful Skye were also a highlight of this book, and it really is the perfect Christmas book. ❄️⛄ I highly recommend this one and the first in the series - and I also can't wait for book three!

What is family? Is it safe to connect with your birth family? Are you an orphan even if you’re an adult when your parents die? All thoughts going through Ezzies head as she takes on the manager role at the hall. Living in the Isle of Skye working for a Norwegian family, with her sister by her side, Ezzie has it all. Or does she? Secrets and lies and unexpected visitors are all part of what make this a great read. If you like romance and family drama mixed with a need to go to the Isle of Skye this is a must read for you,

Another thoroughly enjoyable read from Sue Moorcroft and the second in the series following three adopted sisters Valentina, Ezzie and Thea. This book follows the middle sister Ezzie and I don't think one needs to have read the first book in the series as it would stand alone. Wonderfully atmospheric wintery descriptions of the Isle of Skye. Plenty of ups and downs with well drawn characters plus love interest for Ezzie in the form of Mats Larson the son of the family Ezzie and Thea work for at Rothach Hall. A few more serious issues in amongst the festive cheer with a sprinkling of Swedish Christmas traditions throughout make this a cosy Christmassy book.

Thoroughly enjoyed this story and how it is part of a series but with a non essential read of the previous book. This brought so much emotion to me as you followed Ezzie's story.

Great story with a beautiful cover. I hadn’t realised that this was part of a series but I understood it as a stand alone. Essies story was great and the theme of adoption handled well. Can’t wait to catch up with the rest of the series.

I loved this 2nd instalment of the Skye sisters trilogy, although it is perfect as a standalone, you would be missing out on the lives of Ezzie, Valentina and Thea and their connection with Rochach Hall on the Isle of Skye.
This book centres on Ezzie Wynters life where she has just been promoted to Manager of the Hall, which is owned by a Swedish family who arrive to spend a traditional Scottish Christmas. Ezzie feels the pressure that the family bring, along with the day-to-day running of the Hall. She is thrown a curve ball when her birth parents pay a surprise visit disrupting her life. A secret from long ago, hidden from her eldest sister Valentina, resurfaces and is revealed but not taken well.
This story is packed with emotion. I was caught up with the gorgeous scenery and the magic of Christmas as the Swedish family’s children delight and excitement shone every day.
My thanks to Net Galley and Avon for the digital advanced copy. I can’t wait for the next and final instalment which will be Valentina’s story.

A lovely uplifting successor to the first book in the series although this can easily be read as a standalone novel. The 2nd sister in the series is going through an emotional roller coaster with job, families, love life and the book flows from one to the other seamlessly with great understanding of human nature and emotions. Carefully crafted, very Christmassy with some interesting facts about Swedish folklore and language - just perfect!

Thank you to Netgalley the author and publishers for an arc in exchange for an honest review

Having read book one of the Skye Sisters trilogy I was excited to read the next book in the series, A Skye Full of Stars (love the play on words). I was not disappointed, this is a delightful read continuing the story of the three Wynter sisters on Skye.

This is Ezzie's story, I really like Ezzie she is organised and efficient and loves her job at Rothach Hall. When the part of the Larson family arrives early for their Christmas break Ezzie has everything organised but she isn't expecting Mats Larson to come with his two adorable children. This story is all about families of different dynamics and Ezzie is in a whirlwind of emotions over her family(s). The characters are well developed and I became involved in their stories quickly.

Set on the island of Skye this delightful story is full of emotion, poignant moments and festive sparkle. I can't wait for the third book to be released.

I’ve just binge read this book as it was so enjoyable. Having read the first in the series, I met some old friends in this part and quickly became ‘involved’ in the lives of these characters. The description of the setting and the storyline itself are very good and the range of characters is wide. The slow burning romance between the main characters is enthralling. I eagerly await the next part of the trilogy.

This is brilliant .A second in the series but can read alone. A great great read. The Skye descriptions were lovely. You follow Ezz story. You never think there are two sides to each child being given up for adoption. Made you think. Could not work out the ending but I loved it. Can not wait for book 3. A must must read.

A wonderful book with a great wintery island setting and very believable characters. Best to read the books in order as Ezz is the second of the three adopted sisters to tell her story. Lots of heartwarming moments and a lovely ending. Roll on book 3.

I thoroughly enjoyed slipping back into the lives of adopted sisters Ezzie, Thea and Valentina and the lovely setting of the Isle of Skye. This book focusses on Ezzie’s (Esmerelda Wynter) story and her role as manager of Rothach Hall which is open to the public. The family who own the hall arrive for Christmas and this adds to the preparations for the Christmas season for Ezzie and the complications of the story, especially when sparks begin to fly between Ezzie and the owner’s son Mats, a divorced dad of two young children.

It is difficult to review this title without giving too much away, but suffice it to say that readers are treated to a rollercoaster of emotions about relationships and adoption with added Christmas flourishes.

I am really loving this series set on the Isle of Skye and already looking forward to book three about Valentina.

This is the second book in the Skye sisters trilogy and highly recommend reading the previous one before this one although it could be read as a standalone. In this instalment we return to Rothach hall in the beautiful setting of the isle of Skye for Ezzies story who is the second of the three sisters.

This was a soul searching poignant read which covered loneliness and not feeling like you belong and also adoption and the relationship between the the sisters. . This book is hard to review without giving spoilers and I would just say that you need to read this fabulous captivating series for yourself

Once again this author has captured the beauty of the Isle of Skye and transports the reader there and makes you feel like you are actually there whilst reading with the amazing descriptions. After reading these books it is somewhere I would love to visit.

I am looking forward to the next book in this series for Valentine’s story.

Having already fallen in love with Skye from the first book in this series, I was not expecting to fall even more deeply and buy into the storytelling so quickly. This time, we are following Esmerelda, or rather Ezzie Wynter, as she navigates her own story. Aside from the storyline, I must highlight Sue’s love of Skye and her genuinely remarkable descriptions of the local area. I could even sense the influence of another author who may have lent some personal knowledge of the Viking connection…
When we last visited, we met Ezzie, Thea, and their elder sister, Valentina. That was Thea’s story, which was the perfect introduction to the Skye Sisters and paved the way for this gorgeous story. Once again, the action takes place at Rothach Hall, as well as the local pub and a couple of cottages. We meet up with Thea and her partner, but the focus is squarely on Ezzie.
I loved getting to know Ezzie and soon discovered that I share many of her traits. Driven to work diligently yet fiercely protective of her family and privacy, she’s protected a secret for the last decade and has not even shared it with Valentina. So, when her boss’s son Mats inadvertently places that secret in jeopardy, a sequence of events that could never have been imagined is put into motion.
I was genuinely on the edge of my seat, trying to imagine how this story would work out. Clearly, Ezzie may risk a fling with Mats, but how could that work out? I should never have doubted Sue’s firm hand on this story’s rudder, as all eventually became evident.
Once again, and I’m sure it will feature in the final book, adoption was at the forefront of the story. All three sisters were adopted and had never been moved to seek out their birth families. This was handled beautifully in the first book, but it soon became apparent that Ezzie was resistant to learning more and would guard herself from any unwelcome exposure. Adoption, and in particular birth families, remains a delicate subject and programmes like Long Lost Family tend to cast a romantic gloss over the less savoury elements. I can only imagine how I would feel in the same situation, and I’m afraid I have no clue.
Mats is a terrific addition to the Larson family, and I even liked that he didn’t always make the right choices. There’s a potential for a romantic lead to be a little too perfect, but Sue got the balance right and showed us that he is human. He was not only human but also displayed a depth and warmth that lent itself to him being ideal for Ezzie. It’s a shame that they didn’t live nearer to each other.
For the avoidance of spoilers, I shall leave it there.

Thank you to NetGalley and Avon Books UK for this ARC.

This is the second book in the Skye Sisters Trilogy about Thea, Ezzie and Valentina. This book focuses on Ezzie, manager of Rothach Hall on the Isle of Skye, living there together with her sister Thea who is head gardener and whose love story we got in the first book, Under a Summer Skye. All three sisters are adopted which comes up quite a bit.

This time it's Christmas and the Swedish Larsson family, owners of Rothach Hall, descend for the festivities. Grete and Erik have three adult children, Mats, Jonas and Maja. Mats and Inger are divorced, and Mats arrives with small children Alvin and Astrid and their nanny Josefin.

Mats develops an interest in Ezzie who first doesn't like him. Ezzie also receives news about her birth parents, and the car accident that played a role in the first book rears its ugly head again. So there's a lot going on and and we learn quite a bit about Swedish Christmas traditions too.

The third book about Valentina is expertly and organically set up. I'm sure you can read each book as a standalone but it's so much better to get the connections in each story because while it focuses on one sister, the other characters are always present too and their stories progress in the background.

This is a cracking read. I absolutely loved the first book and this is even better. Parts of it are predictable but there is so much to hold interest. Also, I've been to Skye and the scenery is just breathtaking. It's like taking a mini holiday in book form! I also like that the author tells us how to pronounce Gaelic words and names. I suppose, if I have to criticise something, it would be the overlong chapters.

This book has it all - a wintery landscape, festive activities, fantastic storytelling with emphasis on family relationships and lots of emotions, a lovely romance and a gorgeous cover. I couldn't put it down and I am so looking forward to the final book in the trilogy, just to meet everybody again. Highly recommended.

This is the second book in the Skye series, and it’s great to catch up with the characters again though could be read as a standalone book. The setting is Rothach Hall, surrounded by beautiful scenery on the isle of Skye.

Ezzie is manager of the hall, and unexpectedly, the Swedish Larsson family who own the hall, have decided to spend Christmas there. At first there is tension between Mats and Ezzie, they clash as he seems to be taking over. I enjoyed how the story develops, and the special relationship between the three adopted sisters.

All characters are relatable, and various themes weave their way through the main story, giving a more rounded picture. When Ezzie’s past catches up with her she becomes angry and confused. I could empathise with her feelings as she begins to question her past, though she seems overly harsh at times.

This is a light hearted story about family relationships and romance; there is the strong relationship between the three sisters, with hints of humour but also touching on difficult issues. Crisp snowy scenes with young children enjoying times spent with Mats their dad, exploring the countryside and feeding the animals bring extra amusement. A fast paced story which keeps you turning the pages, and I can’t wait for the third book in the series.

I was so happy to read this after enjoying the first book in this trilogy (Under a summer Skye). This book is about Ezzie who works in Roth’ach Hall with her sister Thea. However we still get to hear about Thea and Dev which I was please about.
I really enjoyed this book and I loved reading more about the Larson family and how in this book they seemed more approachable. I found the adoption storyline very interesting and it really pulled on my heart strings and (no spoilers) some parts had me in tears.
This book is definitely 5 stars and I can’t wait to hear more of Valentina’s story in the third instalment.
Thanks to NetGalley, Avon Books UK and Sue Moorcroft for an advance copy in exchange for an honest and unbiased review..

Ezzie loves her job at Rothach House especially now she's the manager. Then she dicovers the owners are coming back early from Sweden. Loved the first book and this one just as much. It was good to find out what has happened to the original characters

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When I read the first book in this trilogy (Under a summer skye), I was gutted I may have to wait a year for the next book, but I was so lucky to have been chosen to review this book as well, and it did not disappoint me in any way.

This book picks up at Christmas time after the last book finished but this time the book is about the middle sister Esmeralda, who has been made manager of Rothach hall, after the previous manager was let go. While Ezzie is quite capable of doing the job, she has been participating in some online management courses, which makes her aloof but capable. When members of the family decide to descend on Rothach Hall for a few months over Christmas instead of a few weeks it throws Ezzie into a bit of a tail spin. With events also going on in her personal life as well it looks like she will lose everything that is dear to her and she feels that she cannot turn to her usual support system of her 2 sisters as they have their own issues to deal with.

I found this book very poignant, as I could relate to Ezzie, in the loneliness she felt and feeling that sometimes there was nobody to turn to, losing a parent is a big thing and she lost both. This book tugged at my heart strings and I was sad and happy whilst reading it. I haven't given too much of the story away as I feel you have to read and enjoy it yourselves.

The characters are real, and there are a few that I didn't like, Characters I didn't like some of the time and some I loved and that was because their characters were well written.

It is no secret that Sue Moorcroft is one of my favourite authors and she never disappoints me, so can you release the final book soon please 🤞🤞🤞 I cannot wait to read Valentina's story

It's lovely to be back in Skye again with the second part of the trilogy of the three skye sisters. In the last book most of the story was about Thea with the other two sisters in supporting roles. Thea and Ezzie both work in Rothach Hall,Thea as head gardener and Ezzie as the manager.
Expecting a quiet Christmas as the hall is closed to the public the girls are surprised when the owners and all their family are arriving from Sweden to spend Christmas at the hall.
When Ezzie meets the oldest son Mats with his two young children he immediately rubs her up the wrong way and she expects this won't be the last time their paths will cross.
I loved this book. Like the last one it gives us insight to what it feels like to be adopted and not know where you are from or even if you want or need to know.
There are dilemmas and misunderstandings between the three sisters. There is a love interest for one, good news for another and a heartache for the third.
This book is mainly about Ezzie with the other two sisters having their sideline stories. I suspect the third book will be Valentina's story.
I'm trying not to give too much away as I didn't read anything about the story before reading it and I want everything to have the same experience.
Another great read by Sue Moorcroft.

Another superb sequel.**********************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************

A brilliant story based at Rothach Hall in the Isle of Skye, written beautifully by Sue Moorcroft who describes the settings so well in this novel you will imagine yourself there and lose yourself in this book.

This is the second novel in the Sky Sisters trilogy, but can be read as a stand alone book. This novel concentrates more on Ezzie and her relationships, Ezzie is the manager at Rothach hall and the Swedish family who own the hall are all coming home for Christmas!

A romantic uplifting novel set in the most gorgeous setting at the most wonderful time of the year, everything you could want in a book!!!

This is book two in the Isle of Skye series from Sue Moorcroft.

Ezzie Wynter and her two sisters were adopted from being babies, They had a lovley life with there new parents,They all have differant birth parents and Ezzie never needed to no who her birth parents were.
Until one day a stranger appears were Ezzie and Theo work at Rothach hall on the Isle of Skye.
Ezzie runs the halls staff and Theo is a gardener at the hall.

The Larrsen family own the hall and come and stay during holidays as they live in sweden.
They return over christmas and Ezzie becomes close to Mats the son and his children until his ex wife turns up unexpectidly

What a wonderful follow up visit to the beautiful Isle of Skye and the people who live there. Christmas brings both sadness and joy to the Isle and the past arrives with a bang for Ezz. Beautiful scenery and stories within a story that will tug at your heart strings. This will make a wonderful seasonal read. I loved it from start to finish.

A Skye Full Of Stars is a festive novel by Sue Moorcraft.
I have read some of Sue's previous books and A Skye Full Of Stars certainly didn't disappoint. This is the perfect book to curl up with over the festive season. The story was easy to follow and had a great cast of characters. The pace was just right also. Overall a brilliant novel that I would recommend to other readers. I look forward to reading more by the author.
💝 Thank you to netgalley, the author and publisher for my arc ebook copy of the book in exchange for an honest review.

Back to the island of Skye with Ezzys story.
Ezzy’s peaceful Christmas is about to become hectic as the Larson family are arriving to Rothach Hall en masse for a Scottish Christmas leaving her feeling overwhelmed with the amount she has to do.
Mats the eldest son turns up first with his two children and nanny and Ezzy thinks he’s self absorbed and spoilt wanting everything his way. They clash at every opportunity .
But Mats is there for here when her past comes creeping back to haunt her and also some relatives come calling throwing her into a tailspin. But they love so far apart him in Sweden and her on Skye how can that possibly work?
Loved this book and can’t wait for the next instalment well written and heartwarming.

Another fab read from Sue Moorcroft and back to the Isle of Skye back to Rothach Hall with Ez running the Hall and Thea in charge of the garden things are good but they get complicated when Grete and her son and grandchildren come for an extended stay at Rothach, Ezzie is still trying to find her feet as manager. . I love this little community on Skye with recurring characters I already can’t wait for Valentina’s story

Thanks to the Publisher and Netgalley for an early review copy.

I absolutely enjoyed reading this second book in the series.

The story was about two of the sisters living on the island of Skye who both work at the stately house which is also a hotel. Thea is a head Gardner and Ezz is manager of the estate.

When the owners inform Ezz that they’ll be coming earlier than planned for Christmas, she needs to ensure everything is ready for them.

The story has so much happening for the sisters as well as the owners of the place where they work.

I loved the setting and it made me wish I was there from reading the descriptions.

I highly recommend this book.

Lovely, emotional continuation of the series, The Skye Sisters Trilogy. Sue Moorcroft is a favorite author of mine and she created a wonderful plot full of life-like characters in this series. I was drawn into the story immediately and felt such a kinship with the joys and disappointments that the characters faced.

I was wondering how book two would end, since I saw no way for the relationship that had developed in the pages to continue, but as an expert storyteller, Ms. Moorcroft gave a believable solution to the almost unsolvable situation.

I definitely recommend this wonderful book. It was a nice escape from real life, where quite often there is not a happy conclusion to difficult situations.

Thank you to Avon Books UK and NetGalley for giving me the pleasure of reading the advance reader copy, with no obligation to write a review. My review is written freely as a hobby, and is totally my own opinion, not influenced by receiving the ARC.

I loved the first book about Thea Wynter and its setting on the Isle of Skye. This is the second in the trilogy about the Wynter sisters.
The main focus of this novel is Ezzie. She too works at Rothach Hall. The Swedish owners of Rothach Hall the Larsson family, decide to all come to the Hall for Christmas creating a hectic schedule for Ezzie.
Ezzie's world is then turned upside down when some unexpected visitors arrive to specifically see Ezzie.
A gorgeous tale with some surprises. Very Christmassy.
Thanks to NetGalley and the publishers for the ARC.

I thoroughly enjoyed the first book of the trilogy and this is an excellent and welcome return to the Isle of Skye and the Wynter sisters. The focus is on the middle sister Ezzie in her new position as manager of Rothach Hall. She has new responsibilities but the different families in her life prove tricky to navigate. A lovely festive read.

Firstly what a beautiful, striking cover, the colours just work so well.
This is the second book in the trilogy and it certainly does not disappoint. We meet up again with the Wynter sisters, with the focus more on Ezzie this time, however Thea is not forgotten. I really liked how although the focus shifts to Ezzie’s story, the author still very much keeps Thea’s story going throughout, as well as that of their other sister Valentina.
I love the sense of family in this book, the sisters who will do anything for each other, but may still have the odd falling out along the way.
As ever, the author describes the island, the scenery, everything so well. You will see Rothach Hall in your minds eye, in all its winter glory.
All in all a beautiful second instalment to this series, I cannot wait until the next.
My advice, buy it, read it, enjoy it, savour it!

Beautiful. I loved being back in Skye again with the Wynter sisters. This time it’s Ezzies turn, and what a turn she has. She had everything thrown at her the poor thing, she was turned around and upside down. Then cue Mats. I loved how he saw Ezzie, even when she thought she was hiding her true feelings. He was a solid wall of support for her when she thought she had no one.

The appearance of her birth parents really upset Ezzie and with Thea having her own issues and Val not talking to her, Mats sees she’s struggling and supports her, his parents doing the same, showing that she was just more than an employee to them, but indeed thought of like family. Grete was so kind and thoughtful, not just to Ezzie and Thea but also in her support of Mats and his difficult choices regarding his kids and his ex wife and his feelings for Ez.

Some amazing descriptions of Skye, no matter the weather, its beauty still shines through. Some very hard hitting themes addressed, sensitively and beautifully. I can’t wait to see what comes next.

Ezzie is the newly promoted manager of Rothach Hall, a Scottish manor house owned by the Larson family as a holiday residence but also open to the public. She is preparing for the family's Christmas visit due in a couple of months time when she surely finds out that part of the family will be arriving early, throwing her preparations into disarray. Enter Mats with his two children plus his mother where his impulsiveness causes her to question her continued employment there.
This is the second book in the series about three adopted sisters, somehow I've managed to miss the first one, however was easily read as a standalone. The setting is fantastic, I would certainly love to visit it but would have to take my thermals. I took to Ezzie, although Mats was a little bit more difficult, I can't relate directly to her issues arising from being adopted but can to her self doubts. There were many highs and lows in their developing relationship, including a slightly spicy but not overly explicit encounter, but the long term future is never certain. Add in some charming children, animals and Christmas festivities into the mix and this was a book that I did enjoy.
I received an advance copy of this book from the publisher through Netgalley, however this did not influence my review of the book.

Sue Moorcroft is one of my ALL time favourite authors. I can't beleive it when I'm giving the opportunity to read any of her books. Andnsometimes wish I hadn't come across some of them just so I could read them all fresh once more!
She really is a cherished author for me.
I can't wait to get stuck back into these characters every time I hear there is a new one. And this time we are on book 2 of the Skye sisters stories.
The characters are brilliant. The storyline is brilliant. The setting gorgeous...take me there please. Every book of hers I'd like to be a villager and be one of the community.
You won't hear a bad word from me about this book. Or the author. I even have a very real.dread that one day I'll have read them all and or she won't write anymore. Yes yes that is how much books and special authors of talent mean to me.
I can't wait for the next one. Please keep them coming Sue.

"A Skye Full of Stars" is the second book in a trilogy by Sue Moorcroft about the Wynter sisters. The women were all adopted but are closer than many birth sisters. The book can be read as a stand-alone novel but is even better when given the full context of the first of the trilogy. This time the main focus is on Esmerelda (aka Ezz or Ezzie), the middle sister and a career woman who was recently promoted.

At the heart of the story are friendship, love and, above all, families. Characters come from different walks of life, and even different nationalities, and include some really cute children. This is a great book to curl up with and get engrossed in.

Thanks to Net Galley and the publishers for the opportunity to read and review this book.

I loved this second book in this series about two sisters who have been living on the island of Skye. They are brilliant characters, easy to like and understand. Both sisters work at a stately house/hotel. Ezz is now the manager of the estate and Thea is the head gardener. Both are still loving life in Skye. When the owners are arriving early they both need to work hard to make it happen.
I love the setting, Skye is a beautiful island and the author does make you fall in love with it. Love the Doric words and the food mentions. I enjoyed the Scandinavian present in this book too, having lived there it brought back so much memories. It’s filled with family, relationships and new beginnings. This book gives you a warm fuzzy feeling while reading it. A cozy 5 star read.

This is the second book set on the Isle of Skye featuring the Wynter sisters. I was so looking forward to reading this and it certainly was worth the wait. I cannot wait to read the next book featuring Valentina.
This book was about the middle sister Esmerelda known as Ezzie.
It was great to have some of the characters back from book one Thea’s story, but having said that both of these books can be read as a standalone.
Ezzie is the manager of Rothach Hall on the Isle of Skye, preparing for a Christmas visit from the owners and their family the Larsson’s. The Larsson’s live and run their fisheries business in Sweden, Rothach Hall is their holiday home where part of it is open to visitors to help its upkeep.
Ezzie is feeling the pressure, she best start preparing for the families arrival.

I so enjoy reading Sue Moorcroft’s books they have characters that represent true life, warts and all.
Because the Larsson’s are Swedish there were traditions of food and drink, Swedish culture mentioned and I found that so interesting. I even picked up some Swedish words which I hope to remember.
The descriptions of Skye are so vivid I felt as if I was there, and to be honest would have liked to have been joining in with the festivities.
The book covers some sensitive issues handled well.
I totally enjoyed reading this book, and look forward to the next in the series.

Many thanks to NetGalley and Publisher for an advanced e-book copy. Opinions about the book are entirely my own.

This is book two in the Skye Sisters Trilogy and just as brilliant as the first one. All three sisters were adopted and the middle sister, Ezzie Wynter is the manager of Rothack Hall. She is so looking forward to Christmas but then the Swedish owners of the hall, the Larsons who she does get on really well with, inform her that they are ALL coming for Christmas. Ezzie finds herself rushed off her feet sourcing everything they will need but is even more wrong footed when Grete Larson, son Mats plus his two children and their nanny turn up weeks before Christmas. Very handsome Mats is used to having things his way and speaks before he thinks. On top of all this there are unexpected visitors and some family issues for Ezzie to cope with. Beautifully written, gorgeous location and so easy to visualise the hall, characters and situations this is a great book that is ultimately about family, friendship, connections and doing what’s right for you. Seriously can’t wait for the third book. Thank you to Avon Books and Netgalley for the ARC

As manager at Rothach Hall on the beautiful Isle of Skye, Ezzie Wynter has things running like a well-oiled machine. When she finds out that some of the Larson family who own the hall are arriving early for Christmas Ezzie takes the disruption in her stride.
Efficiently organising the rooms and menus Ezzy is in her element. Until Mats Larson, the owner’s son arrives with his two young children. Mats is undeniably gorgeous but also impulsive with a tendency to put his foot in it.
After getting off on the wrong foot Ezzie and Mats slowly begin to draw closer, than some visitors arrive who throw Ezzie’s whole life into chaos.
With Christmas fast approaching, Ezzie will need to call on all her strength of character and the help of those closest to her to get through the festive season.
A beautiful setting, great characters and a story that encompasses love, family and friendship in all it’s forms.
What more could you want for Christmas.

A lovely feel good story.
The descriptions are so beautiful that I felt like I was there on Skye.
Christmas is all about family and that’s exactly what Ezzie had with all her sisters, parents and the Swedish family.
An excellent book to read in the run up to Christmas!

This book is absolutely delightful and amazingly well written. It drew me deep into it's depths so much so that I felt like I was there right in the middle. The setting is lovely and Christmassy making you feel like curling up in front of the fire with a hot chocolate. A Skye Full of Stars focuses on sister Essie and she faces quite a few dramas one of them being the hotel owners son Mats. The glimpses of the children and the few different animals made me smile and the children's excitement for Christmas gets you excited! The plot is entertaining with Christmas, Love, Family, Hotel Life and Children. This is a sensational addition and I look forward to reading Valentina's story.

A lovely holiday story about family set on Skye! I missed the earlier books but that didn't matter as I was captured by Ezzie, who has worked hard to get where she is and who has the support of her adopted sisters. The arrival of Mats Larson tilts things a bit as does the surprise of her birth family. Moorcroft is a good storyteller and this was a fun read.

A Skye Full of Stars by Sue Moorcroft

Wow, wow, wow, wow, wow. I devoured this book in a day and a half – and then was devastated when it was finished. I felt like I had been invited to a family & friends’ reunion with old friends (from the first book), and it was just wonderful to meet them all again, and to follow more of their journey.

The last book followed sister Thea and how she ended up with Dev. In this book we are back at Rothach Hall with sister Essie Wynter who is now the manager. When Mats, the son of the owners, turns up with his 2 children Essie thinks he is entitled and she doesn’t like him – but slowly he and the children grow on her. On top of this the third adopted sister, Valentina, buys a holiday home nearby, Essie has some visitors that knock her sideways, and Thea and Dev have some amazing news.

I can’t wait for the next book in the series – surely it has to be a trilogy? Sue Moorcroft you are amazing – more please.

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I absolutely loved this book, I was so invested in Ezzie and Mats, really lovely characters. It was lovely to be reintroduced to the Wynter sisters and pick up their story. Another gorgeous story which left me wanting more, I really hope there is a third story as I would love to revisit Skye and the sisters! Thank you to Netgalley, the publishers and Sue Moorcroft for the opportunity to review this book.

A story of family, friendships and love set in an amazing background on the Isle of Skye. There are three sisters, all of which have been adopted, with two living and working for a Swedish family with a large mansion. The protagonist is Ezzie Wynter who manages the mansion and her sister Thea, who is in charge of the garden. The third sister, Valentina comes into the story a bit later as she is buying a small cottage on the island. The story weaves in and out with drama, with secrets that have been hidden and, of course, enough romance to keep you glued to the book. The characters felt real, as you can imagine how it is with three siblings. Plus the background and descriptions of the mountains and all of the surroundings will make you want to go there asap!!! The warmth of the story and how it played out kept me held to the pages and when it was over, wanting more. I have read the two Skye novels and would hope there is a third. My thanks to NetGalley for this ARC in exchange for an honest review.

Another gorgeous, uplifting story from Sue Moorcroft that filled my heart with love, hope and family feels! The second in the Skye Sisters Trilogy, this is Ezz's (Esmeralda's) story. Ezz loves her job at Rothach Hall, set on the beautiful Isle of Skye, and even more so because her sister. Thea, is head gardener there. The Hall is owned by a lovely Swedish family, who are coming for the Christmas Holidays, and Ezz has lots to do to prepare for their stay, as well as keeping the Hall up and running for the public to visit. As the family begin to arrive, Ezz meets Mats, the devastatingly attractive son of Grete and Erik, the owners. Mats has two small children, Astrid and Alvin, who are adorable, and Ezz finds herself becoming increasingly drawn to the family, in particular handsome Mats. Nothing is as straightforward as it seems, and all the characters have their own baggage, meaning that misunderstandings frequently happen. As Christmas draws ever closer, Ezz's life is about to be turned upside down as the past encroaches upon the present, and secrets are revealed.
Can past mistakes ever be resolved? Can happy endings ever happen? Read this gorgeous story and find out!
As ever, this book is beautifully and sensitively written, and has deeper undertones to the story, which I love. It is stunningly descriptive, enabling me to actually 'see' Skye, and feel as though I was there, watching the story unfold before me. The characters are brilliantly drawn, and the story itself was a joy to read. I was left with a lovely, warm, fuzzy feeling, that stayed with me long after the last page. Highly recommended.

I love me a Sue Moorcroft book! You know exactly what you’ll get: a strong heroine who finds herself, a sense of community, and a sweet love story. They are a lovely literary hugs in a book!

This is book 2, but you don’t need to read the first to follow the story. There are threads that make connections better if you have, however it stands perfectly well on its own.

We’re on the Isle of Skye and Ezzie manages the grand Rothach Hall. She’s looking forward to the festivities… until the Hall’s owners decide to visit for Christmas. If that’s not bad enough, what with all the work it’ll entail, Mats – the heir to the hall – wants to do everything his way, disrupting Ezzie’s arrangements.

Ahh, a rivals-to-lovers story. I do love them. Ezzie and Mats are fun to read, though there were times that I kind of wished Ezzie would plant him one. I’d have helped her hide the body, lol. On the other hand, that grating makes the moment they click all the sweeter.

Just as things are settling down on that front, Ezzie gets hits by news on another. I’m not going into this as it’d be spoiling the story, but Moorcroft does like muddying the waters! Of course, this is what makes her books so stinking good and realistic. The way she blends slice-of-life with romance is unparalleled. (Sorry for the fangirling, lol.)

It’s safe to say that I absolutely loved this book and cannot wait for the last of the trilogy.

I have to say, I really loved this second book of the Wynter sister series. Having read the first book it was lovely to be back on the Isle of Skye in the lead up to Christmas with the Wynter sisters. The descriptive style of writing allows you to be transported into their world and develop a magical picture of the setting. Although I have read the first book, I think this could be read as a stand alone which is good for anyone who hasn't read the initial offering. Through this we follow the middle sister Ezzie who goes through plenty of ups and downs with some love interest thrown in for good measure. This is a perfect cosy book on the lead up to the festive time of year.

Thank you to the author, publisher and NetGalley for providing an ARC of this book in exchange for an honest review.

I loved this second book in the Skye Trilogy. Sue has a wonderful way of making her characters seem like friends. It’s easy to become enchanted by the community spirit of a growing family, living in and around Rothach Hall. I really enjoyed this fabulous festive read. I am so looking forward to reading book three.

For this, the second book in the author's Sky trilogy, we focus on Ezzie. Single and supposedly happy with how her life was going, she only begins to rethink her life choices after her sister Thea finds love in the first book. Mats, the son of the owner of the stately home she's the manager of, turns up and unexpectedly, Ezzie feels her heart begin to open up to the possibility of falling in love.

This is the second book in the Skye Sisters trilogy and can easily be read as a stand alone, though it does fill in some back story if you read the first, it doesn't really matter. Yes, this is set at and around Christmas, but that's almost incidental and adds to the emotional impact of the book in wonderful ways which I loved.

All of Sue's signature moves are here, love, fun, relationships, with some lovely furry animals dropping in every now and then. These books have, as well as wonderfully drawn characters you're sure to fall in love with, the most beautiful of settings. I'm sure I won't be the only one to set off for the Isle of Skye after reading these books.

My thanks to Avon for the reading copy.

Sue Moorcroft takes us back to the Scottish isle of Skye for the second story in the trilogy of the Wynter sisters, Thea, Ezzie and Valentina. This seasonal story concentrates on estate manager Ezzie. She thinks she has challenges getting Rothach estate ready for its Swedish owners and their large family to descend over Christmas. But that is nothing to what is to come, as she grapples with her growing attraction to their son Mats (a divorced man with two small children); faces problems from her past and supports her sisters with their own challenges.
The whole story takes place on Skye, and the descriptive narrative does this beautiful Scottish island full justice. Just picture small towns, windswept bays, towering mountains and Scottish scenery. It just lends itself to romance, and the plot of this novel does it full justice. There's drama, tension and heartbreak in amongst the romance, family affection and day-to-day life of the three sisters.
There's a wide range of characters from wise Grete, to resentful Inger to charming young Barnaby, Valentina's son, and they all have their part to play in adding to the atmosphere of the story and driving along the plot.
But it's Ezzie and Mats who take centre stage, of course. They are very warm, sympathetic characters. But miles apart as they are in the situation of employee/employer, and the physical distance of Skye and Sweden, can things possibly work out for them.
Sue Moorcroft always creates believable conflict in her stories, and balances it beautifully with characters who are, for the most part, open and honest about their situation. That's why I like her books so much. I can really relate to the characters because they share what they are feeling and thinking with the reader.
That doesn't mean don't expect surprises. There are plenty to come under Skye's snowy, starry Skye.

We return to the beautiful island of Skye and the Wynter sisters trilogy. This is the second and we follow Ezzie the middle sister. She is now manager of Rothach Hall and is looking forward to winter and Christmas on Skye. Then she gets notice that the Larson’s, owners of the hall are coming for the winter and Christmas too and life is no longer quiet as she has to organise everything! The owners arrive along with son, Mats. He is self assured and handsome and causes more than one headache for Ezzie. Yet when yet another curveball gets thrown at Ezzie with unexpected visitors, it throws her life into turmoil but sometimes the people that you least expect will step up.

‘Life’s for enjoying, too, and time away from loved ones is time we never get back.’

Yes this has the C-word in it; Christmas that is. And yes, I read this book in August, but honestly it has just been the perfect poolside escapist read. I loved returning to beautiful Skye and characters that I know, I really liked getting to know Ezzie better and the story being hers this time. There is love and plenty of family, blended, adopted and there are struggles, grief and worry but you always know that things will work out, one way or another and that’s just what I needed.
It also does give you a wintery, Christmassy feel good vibe and actually that’s a good thing at any time of year in my opinion!

This wonderful book swept me away with such strong emotive strands to the story. I can’t remember the last time I felt so involved with characters, I was routing for Ezzie and getting really anxious as to how everything would work out. The beautiful descriptions of Skye also add to this amazing book. I can’t recommend it highly enough!

After reading the first book about the Skye sisters under the summer Skye this one being about Thea you think the second one a Skye full of stars won’t match up to it but no it’ goes one step further it’s brill this is all about ezzie who is hoping for a good Christmas on Skye but of course this is not going to happen not giving anything away she finds love heartache and happiness and all turns out well for her now can’t wait for book three telling the story of Valentina the third sister a must to read

I do love a series where you instantly feel at home during the second book as though you haven't had to wait months for it's release.

And this was certainly one of those books. It was a joy to be back on the Isle of Skye with the Wynter sisters.

This time we get Ezzie's story, and thus get to see more of the inside of Rothcach Hall. And also get to know the Larson family a whole lot better.

Which was a real pleasure as I was loving all of them especially Mats and his kids. He may not always think before he speaks but he is very charming.

There are shocks in store for both of our main characters and it was interesting to see how Ezzie especially reacted to hers.

I am just loving everything about this book and series, the fabulous characters, brilliant storylines and great setting.

I already can't wait for the final book of this trilogy, but I know I'll have to.

Thank you to Avon and Netgalley for this copy which I have reviewed honestly and voluntarily.

Ohhh I absolutely loved this!!

I have adored so many books from this Author and this absolutely was no exception to that. Another story that was so heartwarming ti sink into, utterly engrossing with a gloriously varied cast from start to end.

I wasn’t certain where the story was going at times, but the writing style is so wonderful that you just sink right in and don’t want to come back up. I think this is my new favourite from Sue, and I know that this will be yet another of my regular rereads from her!

A beautiful book, and another well written book by this author, who I happen to really enjoy!
I loved hearing more about the adventures in Skye, a place I’d love to visit one day. I found the storyline had a good enough pace to keep me interested throughout, and there was some amazing arcs and twists to the story to ensure I wasn’t bored. Definitely another highly recommended read!

I absolutely loved book one that introduced the reader to the Wynter sisters who were all adopted. This is Ezzies story.

I loved the 'will they, won't they' storyline when Mats comes to stay with his family, and owners of Rothach Hall over Christmas. They didn't exactly hit it off straight away.

Like in book one, Ezzie is also reunited with her birth parents. I was also shocked that they had just turned up. Her reaction was entirely valid.

I just love the descriptions of the Isle of Skye. I even found myself googling places to stay there. It sounds magical over Christmas, but I'd love to go in the summer.

This is the second book in the Wynterd sisters trilogy but loses nothing being read as a standalone. Ezzie Wynter is the manager of Rothschild Hall and loves her job and living on Skye with her sister Thea nearby, also working at the Hall. As always Sue gives us a feeling of Stye in her descriptions and delves into the characters of the people she describes - a born storyteller.
The Swedish owners of the Hall are coming for Christmas unexpectedly and Ezzie’s world is about to be turned upside down in several ways, as the son of the owners arrives with his two adorable children. I loved the Swedish traditions coming up to
Christmas as well as the Scottish ones. There are difficult times for Ezzie ahead as well as good times and the whole story is delightful; a warm winter hug.

I wanted to be in this book so badly when I was reading in. Everything seemed so magical snd beautiful couldn't help but fall in lovebwith it

Sue Moorcroft + Christmas = I mean, what more could you possibly want?!

It is part of a series but it can definitely be read as a standalone. You might get more out of it, little hints from the previous book, if you have read the first but your reading and enjoyment and understanding of this one is not lessened at all if you haven't.

Scotland and Sweden; I love Scotland (although I've never been to Skye), and I love Scotland in the wintertime. I've never been to Sweden but would love to, especially in the winter. So the combination of settings was gorgeous for me.

I am an advocate for reading Christmas books all year round, but I read this one an October weekend where it was 1 degree outside. I had Christmas music on (yes I know, I'm not sorry), and some warm gingerbread, and let me tell you, this book is even more magical when read like that.

Sue is an extraordinary author, but my main praise goes towards her characters. I have always preferred character development over plot (although in this case, both were good), and she creates such recognisable, familiar, human, real people who have flaws and hardship, they love and hate and fear, they're like a family in themselves but also with the reader, as if you could put the book down and give one of them a call.

Ezzie is a wonderful protagonist, and Mats is a fabulous play off of her. They come from different backgrounds and countries, but I felt this kinship between them and loved their solo journeys as well as their duo. There are many other characters, staff members, family, friends, strangers, and neighbours, and there isn't a dud amongst them. Some have bigger roles than others and some I liked more than others, but they all have a role to play in furthering Ezzie's story along.

Whilst at its heart it is a warming, cosy, festive, romance, it doesn't shy away from difficult topics, such as adoption, divorce, affairs, illness, mental health, criminal activity, fears, money worries, secrets, alcohol dependency, and whether family is who you're related to, or who you choose?

At almost 400 pages I find books can sometimes drag. It can be a fine line. But this one doesn't. I read it in less than 24 hours. It is so heart warming and cosy and beautiful and I loved it.

Thank you to NetGalley for the chance to read this novel in exchange for an honest review. This is the second installment in the Skye Sisters trilogy, and after falling in love with the sisters and Skye in the first book, I was excited to dive into this one. I’m happy to say I wasn’t disappointed! Although this book has a slightly slower pace than the first, it doesn’t detract from the story at all.

In this novel, we follow Ezzie, who has just been promoted to managing Rothach Hall for the Larsson family. She is busy preparing for the winter and Christmas season as the entire family plans to stay. Early arrivals include Grete, her son Mats, and his children, Alvin and Astrid.

I absolutely loved returning to Skye in this book. It was also great to see Thea, Dev, and Valentina still involved in the storyline, with their own ongoing stories to tell. I’m eagerly anticipating the final installment of this trilogy and can’t wait to see how everything concludes.

A lovely continuation of the series!

A really lovely read. The second book in this series and it doesn't disappoint as we focus on Ezzie Wyter who is now the manager of Rothach hall and when some of the family decide to have an extended Christmas at the hall Ezzie becomes attracted to the owners son Mats when he arrives with his children but because of her past she remains cautious. It's full of festive fun and a wonderful location and the story with Ezzie and her sisters is really interesting as we find out more about them. Really looking forward to the next book in this wonderful series

I loved being back on the Isle of Skye. The descriptions of the surrounding throughout the story was just magical. The characters really came alive and I loved how the story unfolded. A real page turner perfect for snuggling up with a hot chocolate in front of the fire.

After having read Under a Summer Skye, which was book 1 in the trilogy, I couldn't wait to read this book, the 2nd in the series. The books follow the story of the 3 Wynter sisters. All 3 were adopted into the Wynter family from different families. Two of the Sisters work at Rothach Hall on the Isle of Skye.

The 2nd book is mainly centred on Ezzie Wynter, who manages Rothach Hall for the Larson family.

I really enjoyed getting to know Ezzie. She is portrayed as a kind, hardworking girl, who is liked by everyone. I could imagine being friends with her. I love how the author developed her character, and how her relationships with her Sisters and the Larson family progressed throughout the book.

What I think the author excels in, with every book she writes, is her descriptive writing of the settings of her books. From the countryside of France, to Italian Vineyards and snowy Swiss towns. This book is no exception. I have fallen in Love with the Isle.of Skye. Its beautiful colourful cottages, quaint towns and relaxing sea fronts. I looked it up.and it was just how I pictured it. It is obvious that a lot of research went into the book.

I loved A Skye Full Of Stars and didn't want it to end. I can't wait for book 3, but will be sad at the end of that as I know I'll be saying.goodbye to the Wynter sisters.

Thank you to NetGalley for an arc copy of this book.

Another lovely read from this author. The setting is so well written and gorgeous, I really want to visit! A warm tale of family, love and Christmas- what more could you want??