Happy Tuesday Sweet Friends :)
I pray today finds you all doing well, and I'm so thankful you've taken the time to drop on by The Preppy Book Princess today for another book review.
I'm Kirby, and I always look forward to welcoming you to my little bookish corner of the internet.
This time of year I especially enjoy sharing reviews, as there's something extra special about reading Christmas titles, and getting to share the warm fuzzies with you all.
This particular title is both a Christmas title, and the next installment in a series by one of my favorite authors.
I can't wait to tell you guys all about it, but first if you'd like to check out my reviews of previous titles in the series, you can do so using the links below:
That Woman on Thistledown Lane
Otherwise, keep on reading down below, and join me for today's full review.
Christmas in Port Chance by D.E. Malone:
Source: Complimentary Copy Provided by the Author as Part of Her ARC Team in Exchange for an Honest Review
Publication Date: November 27th, 2025
Genre: Clean Romance/Contemporary/Christmas Read
Series: Port Chance
Synopsis:
With the holidays approaching, Sadie Wendell fights the melancholy of experiencing another Christmas alone. She loves caring for injured animals at her wildlife rehab center, but it doesn’t fill the void she still feels years after a bitter divorce. Even taking on a new business partner to stave off money troubles isn’t the distraction she needs. Then her partner’s brother walks into the rescue in the midst of a squirrel catastrophe, turning Sadie’s dismal holiday season upside down.
Hayes Kelley vows to make the best of being laid off from his job, and working alongside Sadie at Furever Friends Rescue while helping his sister recuperate might be an unexpected gift this holiday season. Trouble is, he’s convinced Sadie feels his presence around the property is like finding coal in her stocking.
When a patron proposes a fundraiser for the rehab center, Sadie reluctantly accepts Hayes’ help. Can he convince her that their temporary partnership might be a second chance at love to heal her heartbreak before his time runs out in Port Chance?
This heartwarming Christmas novel revisits the small-town charm of Port Chance, Iowa during the holidays. Dive into its pages to meet the characters who’ll feel like friends and the close-knit community like home.
(synopsis from goodreads)
My Review:
Christmas in Port Chance is a lovely, heartwarming holiday romance by one of the best voices in clean romance. D.E. Malone once again takes readers back to the idyllic community of Port Chance, and introduces us to Hayes Kelley and Sadie Wendell. A sweet romance that I never wanted to see end, I ended up loving this title, and it's another wonderful addition to the Port Chance series.
Sadie's had her heart broken in the past, and is unsure about trusting again, but there's something about Hayes that she also can't stop thinking about. Hayes has always been a little reclusive, but finds his heart wanting to reach out to his sister's business partner, even though she seems determined to keep him at arm's length.
A wonderful set up for a romance set during the Christmas period, I wholeheartedly enjoyed this lovely tale, and especially loved how the romance was slow burn and perfectly paced in a way that seemed realistic, especially considering Sadie's hesitation to fall in love again.
It was lovely to reconnect with previous characters from the series, and I especially loved the emphasis on wildlife rehabilitation and taking care of animals. This was definitely another winner in my eyes, and I love how this author never disappoints with her heartwarming romances.
Final Rating: 4/5.
I'd highly recommend this one to anyone looking for a clean holiday romance, and it works perfectly as a stand alone, so don't feel like you can't go ahead and pick it up if you haven't had the chance to read the previous books in the series.
Thanks so much to D.E. Malone for allowing me to read and review this title!
I voluntarily read and reviewed a complimentary advance reader copy of this novel from the author as part of her street team in exchange for an honest review. I was not required to give a positive review. All thoughts and opinions are my own, and this is my honest review.
Thanks so much for reading guys! Have a great rest of your day :)
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