Once Upon A December by Amy E. Reichert
Summary
With a name like Astra Noel Snow, holiday spirit isn’t just a seasonal specialty—it’s a way of life. But after a stinging divorce, Astra’s yearly trip to the Milwaukee Christmas market takes on a whole new meaning. She’s ready to eat, drink, and be merry, especially with the handsome stranger who saves the best kringle for her at his family bakery.
For Jack Clausen, the Julemarked with its snowy lights and charming shops stays the same, while the world outside the joyful street changes, magically leaping from one December to the next every four weeks. He’s never minded living this charmed existence until Astra shows him the life he’s been missing outside of the festive red brick alley.
After a swoon-worthy series of dates, some Yuletide magic, and the unexpected glow of new love, Astra and Jack must decide whether this relationship can weather all seasons, or if what they’re feeling is as ephemeral as marshmallows in a mug of hot cocoa.
Book Setting: Milwaukee, WI
Christkindlmarket Milwaukee
Milwaukee Library East Branch
Saint Kate Hotel
Old World Third Street
Water Street
Cathedral Street Square
Key West
Bahia Honda Beach
Pfister Hotel
Fiserv Forum
Deer District
River Walk
Reviews
“Delightful in every possible way! With Reichert’s trademark bone-deep wisdom threaded beautifully throughout a riotous, otherworldly, and marvelously unexpected novel, Once Upon a December is an absolutely perfect holiday hug.”
–Christina Lauren, New York Times bestselling author of In A Holidaze
“A book full of Christmas magic for grown-ups? What’s not to love! For all those who still revel in the enchantment of the festive season, this is the book for you. Friendships, romance and magical Christmas markets abound in this feel-good novel.”
–Jenny Bayliss, author of Meet Me Under the Mistletoe
“The story of Astra Noel Snow and Jack Clausen has everything a magical Christmas story needs: a compelling protagonist, a handsome love interest, a bit of mystery and of course magic.”
–USA Today