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Christmas at Sugar Plum Manor
Christian Christmas historical romance novella
Christmas at Sugar Plum Manor
208 pages · First published 2024
In Edwardian England, Lady Mariah wants Christmas at Sugar Plum Manor to feel as magical as the Nutcracker-inspired celebrations she imagines. The return of childhood friend and heir Cyril reawakens old affection, but misunderstandings involving Lady Pearl and a Danish rival turn the holiday into a complicated dance of expectations. Family obligations and questions about the estate force Mariah to look beyond the storybook version of love she has carried for years. This festive historical romance combines manor-house Christmas traditions, gentle humor, and a fairy-tale atmosphere without leaving practical realities behind. A festive fireside read for anyone who enjoys manor-house Christmases, childhood friends reunited, and romance touched by fairy-tale charm.
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Bullying/cruel romantic rival; family misunderstanding; pressure surrounding marriage and inheritance; scheming attempt to disgrace a romantic rival; brief fist-fighting reference; Christian faith and kisses-only romance.
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Spiced Christmas Cocoa
Velvety chocolate suits a wintry evening with a book.
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- Whisk the cocoa and sweetener into the hot liquid until smooth. Add remaining flavorings, heat until steaming, and pour into a mug. Add any listed topping.
- Garnish: As listed.
- Glassware: Mug.
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French 75
For adults of legal drinking age. Please drink responsibly.
A slow-sipping glass of wine suits a wintry evening with a book.
What you'll need
- 1 oz gin
- 1/2 oz fresh lemon juice ↗
- 1/2 oz simple syrup ↗
- 3 oz brut sparkling wine
- Ice for shaking ↗
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- Shake gin, lemon juice, and simple syrup with ice. Strain into a flute and top with sparkling wine.
- Garnish: Lemon twist.
- Glassware: Champagne flute.
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