1 / 2The Gingerbread House in Mistletoe Gardens by Jaimie Admans
The Gingerbread House in Mistletoe Gardens by Jaimie Admans is a festive romance about local baker Essie Browne's plan to save Mistletoe Gardens with a life-size gingerbread house. Builder Joss Hallissey reluctantly joins her effort, with a mistletoe legend adding a touch of magic to the story.
At a glance
- Festive romance centred on Essie's attempt to save Mistletoe Gardens from demolition.
- The plan to build a life-size gingerbread house brings baker Essie together with builder Joss.
- A legend about a kiss beneath the mistletoe gives the story a magical element.
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Pros and cons
Pros
- The premise combines a seasonal romance with a clear community-saving goal.
- The listing gives plot detail about both leads and the gingerbread-house plan.
Technical specifications
8 specifications| Publisher | Boldwood Books |
|---|---|
| Publication date | 12 Sept. 2023 |
| Language | English |
| Print length | 320 pages |
| ISBN-10 | 1804838616 |
| ISBN-13 | 978-1804838617 |
| Dimensions | 12.9 x 1.93 x 19.81 cm |
|---|---|
| Weight listed | 260 g |
Who is it for?
A good fit for
- Readers looking for a Christmas-themed romance with a feel-good atmosphere.
- Fans of romantic stories with humour, likeable characters and a light magical element.
Less suited to
- Readers seeking a non-seasonal story or a plot without romantic and magical elements.

Customer reviews on Amazon
- 5 stars
73% 73% - 4 stars
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5% 5% - 2 stars
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Customer feedback describes a heartwarming Christmas story set in Wales, with a feel-good atmosphere, likeable characters, humour and romance. That reported tone fits the listing's festive plot and magical mistletoe legend. The overall rating distribution is strongly weighted towards five- and four-star ratings, though ratings alone do not explain individual readers' reasons.
Positive themes
- Customers praise the heartwarming festive story and cosy, feel-good atmosphere.
- Feedback highlights likeable characters, humour and the romance.
Frequently asked questions
What is The Gingerbread House in Mistletoe Gardens about?
Local baker Essie Browne tries to save Mistletoe Gardens from demolition by building a life-size gingerbread house, with reluctant help from builder Joss Hallissey.
Does the story include magic?
The listing describes a mistletoe-kiss legend and calls the story a festive romance with a splash of magic.
How long is the book?
The listed print length is 320 pages.
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