Book Spotlight: Bella's Countryside Christmas by Claire Huston

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Bella Countryside Christmas was the 9th place BBNYA 2025 finalist!

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Page Count: 363 Pages

Genre: Romance, Women’s Fiction

Age Category: Adult

Date Published: September 18, 2024

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Book synopsis for Bella's Countryside Christmas by Claire Huston

Fleeing her heartache and horrendous job, Bella stumbles upon a December wedding in the beautiful village of Haileybrook and the spirit of the season moves her to act as a fake date to handsome stranger Jack.

Jack and Bella hit it off, but Bella has to leave in a hurry and their magical evening soon becomes nothing more than a blissful memory.

A year later, Bella is returning to Haileybrook, seeking a fresh start and a quieter life. With a new job close to her cosy cottage home, a peaceful Christmas is surely only days away.

But it’s not long before family surprises, small-town feuds and romantic drama disrupt Bella’s plans, and she has to wonder if being alone is what she really wants for Christmas …

What readers have been saying about Bella's Countryside Christmas

There is so much heart in Claire’s writing that I was left with a huge smile on my face and my heart very happy. Claire Huston is the queen of writing heartfelt stories about women and family drama. - Read the full review by Susan Loves Books

The writing is polished and inviting, with a cozy, sensory-rich style that fits the story perfectly. It leans more into character interiority than big plot twists, which makes this very much a feel-first read. - Read the full review by Tessa Talks Books

The themes, including heartbreak and family issues are woven with care throughout the narrative and had me reading well into the night. I grew very attached to these characters. - Read the full review by Novel Kicks

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About the author, Claire Huston

Claire Huston, author of Bella's Countryside Christmas

Claire Huston lives in Warwickshire, UK, with her husband and two children. She writes uplifting modern love stories about characters who are meant for each other but need a little help to realise it.

A keen amateur baker, she enjoys making cakes, biscuits and brownies almost as much as eating them. You can find recipes for all the cakes mentioned in Art and Soul, her first novel, at clairehuston.co.uk along with over 150 other recipes. This is also where she talks about and reviews books.

You can also find Claire on various social media platforms. Find your favourite here: https://linktr.ee/clairehuston_author

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What is the genre of Bella's Countryside Christmas? This book is a blend of Contemporary Romance and Women’s Fiction. It is described as an uplifting, "feel-first" read that focuses on character growth, family dynamics, and the magic of the festive season.

How did Bella's Countryside Christmas rank in the BBNYA? The novel was a 9th place finalist in the 2025 Book Bloggers’ Novel of the Year Award (BBNYA). This achievement highlights it as one of the top indie-published books of the year as rated by a global panel of book bloggers.

What is the "fake date" trope in the story? The story kicks off with a classic romance trope where the protagonist, Bella, acts as a fake date for a stranger named Jack at a winter wedding. The plot explores what happens when that fleeting, magical moment is revisited a year later in a small-town setting.

Where is the author, Claire Huston, from? Claire Huston is a British author based in Warwickshire, UK. Her writing is known for its "cosy" and sensory-rich style, often featuring uplifting modern love stories and relatable family drama.

Is this a festive holiday read? With a village setting, cottage homes, and a plot centered around Christmas plans and family surprises, it is an ideal choice for readers looking for a festive, heartwarming story.