Christmas by The Lake: A heartwarming holiday romance for 2023

Cosy up with a heartwarming small-town holiday romance from the bestselling author of Christmas movie hits, SOMETHING FROM TIFFANY'S, A GIFT TO REMEMBER & A LITTLE CHRISTMAS CHARM.
(Revised & updated originally published as Christmas at the Heartbreak Cafe)

The Heartbreak Cafe, situated on the lake shore in the picturesque tourist village of Lakeview, is a local institution and owner Ella has run a thriving business since it first opened its doors many decades ago.

To honour all those happy years, she plans to host a major Christmas celebration to thank the community for its support, and bring all her loyal customers and staff together. She's spent weeks preparing; baking the cafe’s all time-favourite treats, holiday favourites like mince pies and mulled wine, and decorating the interior in twinkling festive garb.
Everything is set for it to be an amazing celebration of not just the cafe, but of life in Lakeview.

But just before the party, Ella receives a devastating letter. Her landlord won’t be renewing her lease in the New Year, and her beloved business will have to close.
What will she tell her loyal customers? Will she have to start anew? Is there any way to save the cafe by harnessing support and convincing her landlord that the cafe holds a special place in Lakeview hearts and minds?

Or could this be Ella's last Christmas by the lake...