Christmas by candlelight

THE SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER!

‘There’s nothing quite like a Karen Swan novel to get you in the festive mood – Seasonal escapism at its best’ – Woman & Home

Snowed in for the holidays, old truths rise to the surface. Christmas by Candlelight is a cosy Christmas story from Karen Swan, bestselling author of The Stolen Hours.

It’s three days before Christmas and starting to snow when high-flier Libby and her new boyfriend reluctantly attend her university reunion.

Hosted by Archie Templeton – the heartbreaker of their group – at his grand family estate in Yorkshire, the night is a great success until they go to leave: the road is now blocked with snow.

At first, being snowed in together is fun. But as hours pass everyone grows restless.

Then the power goes out . . .

Hunkered down together by candlelight, they reminisce about old times – and tensions soon start to rise. Secrets from the past begin to unravel and Libby is confronted with a truth she has long tried to deny.

Reviews for Christmas By Candlelight:

‘an author loved for her cosy, escapist, festive fiction’ Prima

‘With well-drawn characters and plenty of romance and drama, this page-turner will leave you with a warm festive glow.’ – The Mirror

‘seasonal escapism at its best’ Women’s Weekly

‘a cosy Christmas read with plenty of twists’ Woman’s Own

‘This escapist, uplifting story explores old friends and fractured relationships . . . With relatable characters, plenty of secrets and a sprinkle of feel-good cosiness, this is the perfect winter read.’ – My Weekly

What readers are saying about Christmas by Candlelight:

‘a Christmas/Winter read at its best. Dive in and escape any Winter Blues!’
‘Chistmas isn’t Christmas without a Karen Swan book!’
‘Perfect ingedients for a lovely Christmas read!’

Read a sample here