Review - - Snowfall in Park City

Snowfall in Park City

by Hope Holloway and Cecelia Scott

Christmas in the Canyons - Book 2

Publisher: Holloway and Scott

Release Date: November 14, 2025

Reviewed by PJ

Nicole Kessler never planned to fall for the rugged ski patrolman who keeps rescuing her on and off the slopes. Cameron is charming and protective, with a complicated life he’s convinced no woman would ever accept. But when Nicole steps into his world, she starts to wonder...is she risking her heart for a man who’s not ready to let her in?

At Snowberry Lodge, MJ McBride finds herself drawn to a charismatic guest. He’s warm, funny...and clearly hiding something. As his stories start to unravel, she’s left questioning what is he really doing at the lodge this Christmas?

Meanwhile, single mom Gracie takes her son on a new adventure in hopes he’ll connect with other kids—but the experience leaves her realizing it might be time to step out of her own comfort zone, too.

PJ's Thoughts:

Heart, hope, and holidays for the win. 

The second book of the Christmas in the Canyons series takes us back to Park City, Utah for another chapter in the ongoing lives of the multi-generation Snowberry Lodge family. This one really tugged at my heartstrings. I've become invested in these characters, rooting for them to discover not only love but the best of themselves. And, of course, figuring out a way to save their beloved family lodge.

There are new friendships, new romance, plenty of laughter, a few heartfelt tears, triumphs over adversity, a bit of a mystery, and unexpected possibilities from a surprising source. Add to that, the beautiful snow-covered mountains, festive holiday spirit, and unbreakable family bonds and you have a story that will launch you straight into the warmth and joy of the holiday season. 

Grab a mug of cocoa, a cozy blanket, and curl up with Snowfall in Park City by Hope Holloway and Cecelia Scott. I highly recommend it. 

This is a quartet of books that I recommend reading in order. Begin with Sleigh Bells in Park City then follow that with Snowfall in Park City. Books three and four, Mistletoe in Park City and Midnight in Park City, will be published before the end of 2025. 

Review & Giveaway - - Sleigh Bells in Park City

Sleigh Bells in Park City

by Hope Holloway and Cecelia Scott

Christmas in the Canyons - Book 1

Publisher: Holloway and Scott

Release Date: October 24, 2025

Reviewed by PJ

 

It’s never too late to come home for the holidays. At the cozy, family-run Snowberry Lodge, the Christmas season stirs up more than just festive cheer. For Cindy Kessler, it brings the shocking arrival of her ex-husband Jack—along with the return of his world-famous sleigh rides and the spark they never quite lost. Could this be the second chance at love or just one more goodbye?

Cindy’s daughter Nicole is facing a different kind of challenge. After a childhood ski accident shattered her confidence, she swore off the slopes for good. But when someone she loves needs her, Nicole may have to confront the fear she’s kept buried for years.

Meanwhile, ten-year-old Benny and his great-grandpa Red are cooking up some merry mischief—a secret holiday scheme that just might pull off a Christmas miracle and save the lodge.

PJ's Thoughts:

Co-written by Hope Holloway and Cecelia Scott, Sleigh Bells in Park City takes readers to the mountains of Utah with the first book in what looks to be another heart-tugging holiday quartet by two of my favorite authors.

Holloway and Scott always bring the feels and there are plenty of them in this heartwarming story. I laughed, shed a few tears, laughed some more, and fell in love with each member of this close-knit family...all four generations...and the horse. How could I not fall in love with Copper? 

If this book doesn't have you wanting to hit the slopes (it's the bunny hill for me), take a ride through the snow in a horse-drawn sleigh (preferably under a starlit sky), cheer on a long overdue second chance romance, indulge in the baked delights at Sugarfall Bakery, sip hot cocoa by a roaring fire, and watch an endless loop of hilarious Grumpy Santa videos courtesy of the youngest and oldest members of the Snowberry Lodge family, then are you even paying attention? I'm ready for all that and more. Luckily, I don't have to wait long for more Snowberry Lodge stories. The four books in this series will all be published over the next two months with the final book dropping just after Christmas. 

Note: This quartet has continuing characters with a different family member/couple taking center stage in each book. No cliffhangers!

When do you start reading holiday books? What's your ideal setting for a Christmas getaway, fictional or real life? 

One randomly chosen person who posts a comment before 11:00 PM, November 3 will receive a print copy of The Summer We Met (book one, The Destin Diaries) by Hope Holloway and Cecelia Scott. 

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