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  • Christmas at Sugar Plum Manor

  • A Novella
  • By: Roseanna M. White
  • Narrated by: Liz Pearce
  • Length: 7 hrs and 12 mins
  • 4.8 out of 5 stars (19 ratings)

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Christmas at Sugar Plum Manor

By: Roseanna M. White
Narrated by: Liz Pearce
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Publisher's summary

The Nutcracker and Edwardian-era England combine to weave a magical tale of love and friendship at Christmastime.

As the beloved stepdaughter of the Earl of Castleton, Lady Mariah Lyons cherishes her home at Plumford Manor, but her idyllic world will be threatened when the estate passes to Cyril Lightbourne, a childhood friend she hasn’t seen or heard from in years. Once, Mariah dreamed their friendship would kindle into something more, but that was before she heard Cyril was courting the cruelhearted Lady Pearl. Now Mariah is willing to welcome him as a friend and pray he will be the heir her stepfather needs, but she’ll keep her heart locked safely away from anyone with such poor taste.

Cyril Lightbourne has long avoided returning to Plumford Manor, yet he reluctantly arrives in time for Christmas. When his friendship with Lady Mariah reignites, he finds himself caught between his affection for her and her family’s misunderstanding of his attachment to Lady Pearl. Then, more trouble arrives in the form of a Danish lord on a mission to win Mariah’s hand by Christmas. Will the magic of the holiday season help lead to the discovery of true love, or will duty to country leave all longing for what could have been?

“So many delightful layers to this tale, along with intriguing characters and beautiful descriptions. … It really puts you in the mood for Christmas.”—Melody Carlson, author of The Christmas Tree Farm and A Royal Christmas

©2024 Roseanna M. White (P)2024 Recorded Books
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A beautiful Nutcracker retelling

This was delightful! I love White’s ability to create a story world I want to be in. The characters and the unfolding change of heart were just right.

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A Holiday Favorite!

Sure to be a traditional holiday favorite and reread. This delightful tale is whimsical and sweet with tender dreams and a dastardly plan in place. But the spirit of the Season soon carries the residents and guests away into a winter wonderland where love dwells.

The cover is gorgeous and instantly drew me in! And what better time to delve between these unputdownable pages than right now!?

Lose yourself in amongst these charming characters and close the cover with a beautiful smile and a heart overflow with joy.

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Delightful Christ honoring tale

I loved it! The story of the Christ's love and joy! He came down , Emmanuel, entwined with the Nutcracker and magical creations was well done!!

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Delightful

A solid Christian message without beating someone over the head with it. A happy Christmas message.

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Delightful, Christmas novella!

Sugar plums, sleigh rides, Christmas plays, and all the charm, whimsy, and romance of an Edwardian Christmas season with the true meaning beautifully woven into the story! I adored this book. The Nutcracker is a favorite ballet & I enjoyed all the clever nods to this fun story. The romance was a childhood friends to more with a twist where an additional suitor’s vying for the heroine’s hand. This wonderfully written novella really brings the Christmas spirit & renewed all those feelings of delight I look forward to this time of year.

Lady Mariah Lyons loves living at Plumford Manor with her beloved stepfather, mother, & siblings. She especially cherishes the Christmas season and is busy preparing. But, there’s a shadow over her festivities when she learns that her childhood friend & the heir to the estate Cyril Lightbourne is coming to celebrate, but is courting her cruel nemesis Lady Pearl. Mariah once hoped Cyril would be her real life hero from the stories they made up together, but now she must put away childish things & settle for his friendship. Mariah has another surprise though, her parents have invited Lord Søren Gyldenkrone from Denmark. The handsome lord is there to court her and offers her the chance for their children to become royalty.

When Cyril returns to Plumford Manor, his fond memories return along with his delightful friendship with Mariah. Unfortunately, the family misinterpreted his relationship with Lady Pearl & now there’s an unwanted suitor whom Cyril has had a run in with before. As he realizes his feelings for Mariah may be more than friendship, can Cyril convince her to be more than friends and choose him.

This story had so much Christmas magic. From the delightful setting, delicious food, fun Christmas traditions, and sweet romance, this book grabbed hold and didn’t let go. Normally, I read Christmas books closer to the season, but this book was so engaging and lovely that I’d read it any time of year. Though it’s a novella, there’s a lot packed into this story with endearing characters who experience a lot of growth. I also enjoyed how the true meaning of Christmas with the celebration of Christ’s birth was beautifully woven in.

The narrator was fantastic! She brought this large, diverse cast of characters alive with different accents & personalities. I thoroughly enjoyed listening to it.

Highly recommend this delightful Christmas novella & look forward to cozying up with it again closer to Christmas.

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Delightful

A lovely Christmas that was heartwarming & magical. The perfect way to remember the true meaning of the season.

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An adorable book

This was an adorable read and perfect for Christmas time. Magical, loving and fun. I would love to know how each character gets on in the future!

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