It’s that time of the year! The Christmas tree is up, the lights are sparkling and there’s something in the air that feels magical. The season of holiday cheer is upon us and it brings a time for reflection, giving, and of course, a Christmas romance book or three.
With the tropes we all love, from fake dating to childhood sweethearts, open up a holiday romance to get you in the festive mood. If you need a little boost in your holiday cheer to retreat into the world of Christmas romances.
Here are some Australian Christmas books to crack open this season!
A Bush Christmas by Margareta Osborn
Jaime Hanrahan is looking to escape Christmas this year after losing her job and facing her first holiday without her father. Seeking solitude, she takes up a house-sitting offer in rural Burdekin’s Gap, but things don’t go as planned.
Not only does the property come with a charming but grumpy station manager, Stirling McEvoy, but the town’s bush-style Christmas celebrations are unlike anything she could have imagined. From cattle stampedes to festive chaos, Jaime soon finds herself tangled up in both Stirling’s world and the heart of a Christmas she never expected to enjoy.
Check out A Bush Christmas by Margareta Osborn.
A Pirate for Christmas: A Regency Novella by Anna Campbell
Bess Farrar, a vicar’s daughter, is caught off guard when the new earl, Lord Channing, kisses her on their first meeting. Rumours swirl that he’s a former pirate, and Bess is wary of his intentions. But Lord Channing, a gallant naval captain, is determined to win her heart, despite the meddling villagers, a snowstorm, and a mischievous donkey.
As the two are swept up in festive chaos, sparks fly between them, and a Christmas marked by mayhem becomes the backdrop for a passionate love story that promises a lifetime of adventure.
Love a historical romance? Take a look at A Pirate for Christmas by Anna Campbell.
A Christmas Love Redeemed by Alison Stuart
Nine years ago, on Christmas Day, Hannah, Lady Maxwell, sacrificed her heart to save the life of Fabien, Comte de Mont Clair. Now, at a London ball, fate brings them face to face again. Fabien, once a decorated officer of Napoleon, is captivated by the woman he once loved, but Hannah, now alone and impoverished, has long since given up hope of rekindling their love.
As their past and present collide, can a single glance ignite a spark of redemption and heal the wounds of the past, or is it too late for a second chance at love?
Take a look at this second-chance romance, A Christmas Love Redeemed by Alison Stuart.
The Trouble with Christmas by Amy Andrews
Suzanne St. Michelle is ready for an over-the-top Christmas in Credence, Colorado, with her best friend, but when her uptight parents demand she return to New York, she quickly makes up a story about her “boyfriend” Joshy to avoid their pressure. Joshy, a rancher, couldn’t care less about Christmas or playing along with her elaborate holiday charade.
However, in a bid to reclaim his peaceful life, he reluctantly agrees to be her “fake boyfriend” in a holiday spectacle full of tinsel, tacky sweaters, and mistletoe. As Suzanne’s Christmas antics melt his heart, Joshy starts to realise that he might just want something more, if only it wasn’t so complicated.
If you love contemporary Christmas romance novels, check out The Trouble with Christmas (Credence, Colorado Book 2) by Amy Andrews.
12 Daves of Christmas by Juliet Madison
Abby Solomon, a romance writer who doesn’t believe in happy-ever-afters, embarks on an unforgettable road trip with the ghost of her grandmother, Charlotte. When her Grandma reveals that her first love, Dave, might still be alive (contrary to her belief that he died in WWII), Abby agrees to help her find him. The two set off on a twelve-day Christmas adventure along Australia’s east coast, meeting twelve different Daves along the way.
Each encounter challenges Abby’s perspective on love and life. But when she meets a charming doctor who resembles the hero of her novels, Abby begins to realise that perhaps true love and happy endings are closer than she thinks.
Take a look at the 12 Daves of Christmas by Juliet Madison.
Discover more Xmas Romance Books this Season!
As the holiday season rolls in, there’s nothing quite like a collection of heartwarming Christmas romance novels to set the mood. Whether looking for that great holiday romance or simply in need of a feel-good read to snuggle up with, these Aussie authors have it all in the way of Christmas cheer, love, and festive magic.
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Whether you’re looking for more Christmas romance novels or a new Aussie author to follow, you’re in the right place. Check out more Romance Holiday Books for more recs to add to your reading list!