Christmas Eve at Friday Harbor: A Novel

Audiobook review: Overall – 5 Performance – 5 Story – 5 Very touching story. This is the first book I’ve read by Lisa Kleypas. Even though it was first published in 2010 it didn’t feel dated to me. I love the single dad trope and this was a really good one. The story has a Christmas theme but I enjoy them year ‘round so it didn’t matter to me that I listened to this in April. I understand that there’s a Hallmark movie based on this story but I haven’t seen it. Mark becomes a father in an instant when his sister’s death leaves him as the guardian of his niece, Holly. Holly hasn’t spoken since her mother died but the caring suggestions of Maggie, a local shop owner. help Holly to regain her voice. This begins kind of a three-way relationship with Holly, Mark and Maggie. Mark is dating another woman when he meets Maggie but he can’t help but be drawn to her and how she cares for Holly. Tanya Eby gives another great performance. It’s the second audiobook from her that I’ve listened to recently. Her voice is easy to listen to and she does a great job with male voices which is important to me when listening to a romance. If you enjoy a sweet, romantic story this one might be a good choice for you. A complimentary copy of this audiobook was provided to me at my request but my review was voluntary and not influenced by the author and/or narrator.