Starry Skies Over The Chocolate Pot Cafe: A heartwarming festive read to curl up with

Everyone is getting into the festive spirit on Castle Street - snow is falling, fairy lights are glistening and Christmas shopping is underway.

But for Tara Porter, owner of thriving cafe, The Chocolate Pot, this is the most difficult time of the year. From the outside, Tara is a successful businesswoman and pillar of the community. Behind closed doors, she is lonely.

With a lifetime of secrets weighing on her shoulders, she has retreated from all friends, family and romance, and shut her real self away from the world. Afterall, if you don't let them in, they can't hurt you. She's learnt that the hard way.

But as the weight of her past becomes heavier and an unexpected new neighbour moves onto the street - threatening the future of her cafe - Tara begins to realise that maybe it's time to finally let people back in and confront her history. It could just change her life forever...

Starry Skies Over The Chocolate Pot Café is a standalone novel, but best enjoyed after reading Christmas at Carly's Cupcakes.

Praise for Jessica Redland:

'Jessica Redland writes from the heart, with heart, about heart' Nicola May

'I loved my trip to Hedgehog Hollow. An emotional read, full of twists and turns' Heidi Swain

'The Hedgehog Hollow series is a tonic I'd recommend for everyone. There is so much to make you smile in Jessica's stories and they are always uplifting reads, which will make you really glad you decided to pick up a copy.' Jo Bartlett

An emotional, romantic and ultimately uplifting read. Jessica always touches my heart with her sensitive handling of difficult subjects. The gorgeous community she has built around Hedgehog Hollow is one I hope to visit again and again. Sarah Bennett

'A beautifully written series that offers the ultimate in heartwarming escapism.' Samantha Tonge

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'A heart-warming ride that navigates broken hearts and painful secrets, but ultimately restores your faith in the power of love.' Jenni Keer

'I fell in love with this story from page one.' Helen Rolfe on Snowflakes Over The Starfish Café

'A tender love story, full of sweet touches and beautiful characters.' Beth Moran on Snowflakes Over The Starfish Café

'A beautiful book. Jessica Redland doesnt shy away from the fact that life can be difficult, but she reminds us that we all can find love, hope and joy again.' Sian O'Gorman

'Achingly poignant, yet full of hope - You will fall in love with this beautiful Christmas story' Sandy Barker on Snowflakes Over The Starfish Café

'A heartwarming story of true friendship, love and romance set in the gorgeous backdrop of the Lakes. A cosy hug of a read that left me feeling warm inside. Julie Caplin on The Start of Something Wonderful

'A heartwarming story set in a beautiful location... Love, friendship and the power of letting go are all covered in this gorgeous story.' Katie Ginger

I enjoyed a wonderful escape to the Lake District in this tale of loss, love and rediscovery. Gillian Harvey on The Start of Something Wonderful

'An emotional but uplifting page turner. The Secret to Happiness is a beautiful story of friendship and love' Fay Keenan