A little mix-up… Could make her Christmas wonderful! Natalie Weiss is mortified. After mistaking handsome Tanner Rockford for his cousin, she’s followed him to rural Alaska. Now she’s stranded–until Tanner invites her to spend Christmas with his family in their rustic, cozy cabin. But in this idyllic winter wonderland, Natalie discovers the family she’s never had…and the love she never … love she never knew she needed. But what happens when they all discover why she’s really there?
A Northern Lights Novel
Book 1: The Alaskan Catch
Book 2: A Gift for Santa
Book 3: Alaskan Hideaway
Book 4: An Alaskan Proposal
Book 5: Sweet Home Alaska
Book 6: Alaskan Dreams
Book 7: An Alaskan Family Christmas
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4.5 stars
I completely love the Northern Lights series by Beth Carpenter, and every time I see a new book coming out I do a little happy dance. When it’s a Christmas book, I’m even happier. So imagine my delight when I first learned about An Alaskan Family Christmas!
I loved meeting Natalie and Tanner and Tanner’s family, including his cousin’s malamute Vitus who, incidentally, steals the show on more than one occasion. Carpenter captures everything lovable and special about dogs in the canine characters she creates, from the quirky to the sweet, and Vitus is another prime example. Some of his antics made me laugh out loud, and others had me really missing the unique love of a dog. See? He’s even stealing my review! LOL
Back to Natalie & Tanner. Natalie’s love for her friend and Tanner’s love for his family are a great match, despite Natalie’s somewhat questionable decisions at first (Nancy Drew, she is not lol). Their sweet chemistry will have you forgetting to breathe & some of their kisses could melt the snow even in Alaska! Both characters are layered, with backstories that will tug at your heart, and you’ll find yourself quickly falling for them individually and together.
Bottom Line: Just like each of its predecessors, An Alaskan Family Christmas has great characters that camp out in your heart, an engaging plot & sweet romance to keep you turning the pages, and a setting that will take your breath away! Combine a spark-filled romance with the embrace of Christmas, and the laughter & warmth of family, and you’ve got a truly enjoyable read from start to finish!
(I voluntarily reviewed a complimentary copy of this book)
An Alaskan Family Christmas by Beth Carpenter is sweet, endearing, with a family that enjoys being with each other.
Will Natalie and Tanner find Dane in time?
Natalie Weiss
Natalie’s life hasn’t been easy, but she is finally at the place that she has always wanted. It took her longer than it should have, but she is close to having her dreams come true. Yet, she can’t leave until she knows that Brooke is ok and to do that, she has to find Dane.
I like that Natalie is independent, loyal, smart, and wants to carry her own weight. She has a plan, and even though everything that has happened to her, she is executing her plan. Natalie is very courageous.
Tanner Rockford
Tanner is the knight in shiny armor on the white stead saving the damsel. But is that what he really wants? When Natalie traps herself in no-where Alaska, Tanner jumps to her rescue even though he isn’t happy about the situation. The two of them connect over sled rides, walks, scrabble games, and Christmas. The two of them are good together, but with Natalie moving out of Alaska, will it work?
I like that Tanner is the responsible guy, the ones that spoil his nieces, takes care of his mom and sister. He is generous with his time and finances. However, Tanner doesn’t really listen when his loved ones tell him how they feel. Yet, I feel that with a little help, he will figure this out.
Dane and Brooke
These two are so cute and in love. Dane is on a mission for him and Brooke. However, Dane doesn’t have a cellphone for Brooke to contact him. He has been gone longer than he expected, and Brooke finds out that she is expecting. Will there be a HEA for both these couples?
Here is a quote from the book: Brooke rolled her eyes. “You’re so suspicious. If you were Cinderella, you’d never make it to the ball because you’d be too busy to figure out the fairy godmother’s angle.” Natalie laughed. “Don’t you know you’re my fairy godmother?”
Five Stars
I have read a few of the books in this series, and I love them. My favorite part about this one was Christmas at the remote cabin, with no utilities. Oh, how lovely it sounded from the home-made ornaments to northern lights and sledding with Vitus. Ms. Carpenter has such a fantastic way of transporting you into her worlds, with humor, memorable characters, and the most stunning scenery. My rating for An Alaskan Family Christmas by Beth Carpenter is five stars as the writing is wonderful, and the story is lovely.
A funny moment in the story: Vitus spit out the rope and opened his mouth in a doggy grin. “Yes, very funny,” Tanner told the dog. “But no more sled-jacking. Got it?”
I voluntarily reviewed an Advance Reader Copy from the Prism Book Tours. This does not affect my opinion of the book or the content of my review.
Thank you for dropping by! I hope you enjoyed this review of An Alaskan Family Christmas by Beth Carpenter.
Until the next time,
~Jen
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