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Christmas for One

A heart-warming and uplifting festive story to curl up with
By Amanda Prowse
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An irresistible festive treat from multimillion copy bestseller Amanda Prowse. Can you ever find love twice? As a child, Meg always dreamed of the perfect Christmas... This year, she can make it come true for her own little boy. There will be turkey and all the... Read More
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A lonely single parent finds love at Christmas in this warm festive romcom from bestseller Amanda Prowse.

A lonely single parent finds love at Christmas in this warm festive romcom from bestseller Amanda Prowse.

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An irresistible festive treat from multimillion copy bestseller Amanda Prowse.

Can you ever find love twice?

As a child, Meg always dreamed of the perfect Christmas...

This year, she can make it come true for her own little boy. There will be turkey and all the trimmings, a glittering tree, and a stocking hung up by a roaring fire. Who cares if there's no devoted husband in the picture? She and Lucas will be just fine on their own.

But then a chance meeting with a stranger in New York unravels everything she's planned. Will Meg finally get everything she wished for? Or will she be alone this Christmas after all?

Reviews for Amanda Prowse:

'If you love JoJo Moyes and Freya North, you'll love this. There's no shortage of books with Christmas in the title, but this family-focused story stands out from the rest' Closer

'Magical' Now Magazine

'A lively romance with emotional depth' My Weekly

'A heartwarming novel to read in the run-up to Christmas – hot, balmy beaches herald the festive season on one side of the world, and light dustings of snow on the other side' Tripfiction

'A sweet, humorous snapshot of a romance... Will elicit a sigh and a smile' New York Journal of Books

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781035923472

Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing PLC

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 02 October 2025

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Aria

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 26.0mm

Width: 130.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 250g

Pages: 352

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About the Author

Amanda Prowse is a multi-million bestselling author who has published more than thirty novels and is one of the most prolific writers of contemporary fiction in the UK today. Crowned ‘the queen of family drama’ by the Daily Mail, she writes about life’s challenges—from heartbreak and loss to dysfunctional family dynamics—but also about the pockets of delight that can be found in our relationships with others, often when we need them most. Amanda is known for her relatable characters, emotionally compelling plots, and the sense of connection that readers feel with her stories. She is an ambassador for The Reading Agency and feels passionately about supporting other women, spending as much time as possible outdoors (preferably by the sea!) and her family.

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