Every Time a Bell Rings: The most magical and romantic Christmas story to escape with this year

‘Embraces the spirit and the message of the movie…A must-read’ Karolyn Grimes, actress, ‘Zuzu’ in ‘It’s a Wonderful Life’ ‘Beautiful and uplifting…Written with such heart it warms the soul’ Claudia Carroll ‘A compelling, magical, festive cracker of a book’ Alexandra Brown, bestselling author of The Great Village Show *** CHRISTMAS 1998 Belle Bailey spent her early years in and out of foster homes, never finding a family to love her. But when she walks into Tess McNulty’s house, her new foster mam opens her arms and heart to the young girl. Tess encourages Belle to write a letter to Santa Clause, and she only wants one thing – a best friend. The very next day, a new kid arrives at Tess’s door. Someone who will change Belle’s life forever. CHRISTMAS 2015 Belle Bailey is now a foster parent herself. With her husband by her side, she has given many children a happier start in life. They’ve loved them all as if they were their own. But then life throws several curveballs to Belle, and this Christmas she wishes she had never been born. But what happens to a Christmas wish when an angel is listening… Will Belle realise, before it's too late, that her life is the most wonderful life of all? Full of Irish charm, magic, and the warmth of the festive season, this is an emotional, romantic, and heartwarming story that will stay with you long after you’ve turned the final page. In this heartrending tale of love and friendship, Harrington masterfully weaves a narrative that is as much about the magic of the holidays as it is about the power of love. The contemporary setting adds a touch of realism to the story, making it a top pick for fans of fiction and romance alike. For fans of Sheila O'Flanagan (Bad Behaviour), Faith Hogan (The Bookshop Ladies), Susanne O'Leary (The Keeper of the Irish Secret), Roisin Meaney (The Anniversary), and Ann O'Loughlin (Secrets of an Irish House). HarperCollins 2023