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A Hamilton Christmas
While some may try, no one ruins a Hamilton family Christmas.
From Romantic Suspense BEST-SELLING and AWARD-WINNING Author • What happens when a family comes together for Christmas but upon arrival their vacation takes a deadly turn? In Sheila Kell’s novel of intrigue and the love of one family, three generations of Hamiltons work to solve a mystery that impacts one of their own.
A HAMILTON CHRISTMAS is the final stand-alone novel in the HIS series. This novel steps out of the romantic suspense mold of the series and revolves around a family vacation where relaxation is tossed in the snow. There is NO new love interest in this novel.
A year has passed since the Hamiltons celebrated a holiday as one family. Blake Hamilton—the family patriarch—invited his growing family to a remote Colorado lodge for more reasons than enjoying Christmas. He should’ve known that with his sons and daughter, trouble would find them. The important news he has to share takes a back seat when one problem after another hits them.
At ten years old, Reagan Hamilton knows she’ll lead HIS when she’s old enough. In the meantime, she trains with her uncles because she wants to show everyone she will be a good agent. When she arrives at the lodge, a man catches her attention so she decides she has a mystery to solve that involves him. When a crime happens, she sneaks away while dragging her cousins to help their parents find the criminal trying to set up her cousin.
When the allegations are proved wrong, but a criminal is on the loose while the weather is working against them, can the Hamiltons protect their family, and the guests relying on them, before events are out of their control?
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Hamilton Investigation & HIS Series
Books do not have to be read in order, but you’ll get the whole picture if you do!
His Desire (Jesse & Kate) FREE
His Choice (AJ & Megan)
His Return (Jake & Emily)
His Chance (Devon & Rylee)
His Destiny (Trent & Kelly)
His Family (Blake & Elizabeth) Novella
His Heart (Matt & Caitlyn)
His Fantasy (Brad & Madison)
A Hamilton Christmas (Entire No new romance)
Agents of HIS Series
Evening Shadows (Boss and Angel)
Praise for Sheila Kell
“Sheila Kell is a mistress of the genre…” – Readers’ Favorite
"Sheila Kell…will have readers wanting more!" – InD’tale Magazine
“One thing is for sure, Sheila Kell has solidly landed herself on my One-Click-Addiction List with this group.” – BookwormBetties
“Wow can it get any better? Well true to Sheila's style, yes, yes it can get better.” – The Book Fairy Reviews
To receive a notice of Sheila’s latest releases when they’re available, be sure to select the “Follow” button.
From Romantic Suspense BEST-SELLING and AWARD-WINNING Author • What happens when a family comes together for Christmas but upon arrival their vacation takes a deadly turn? In Sheila Kell’s novel of intrigue and the love of one family, three generations of Hamiltons work to solve a mystery that impacts one of their own.
A HAMILTON CHRISTMAS is the final stand-alone novel in the HIS series. This novel steps out of the romantic suspense mold of the series and revolves around a family vacation where relaxation is tossed in the snow. There is NO new love interest in this novel.
A year has passed since the Hamiltons celebrated a holiday as one family. Blake Hamilton—the family patriarch—invited his growing family to a remote Colorado lodge for more reasons than enjoying Christmas. He should’ve known that with his sons and daughter, trouble would find them. The important news he has to share takes a back seat when one problem after another hits them.
At ten years old, Reagan Hamilton knows she’ll lead HIS when she’s old enough. In the meantime, she trains with her uncles because she wants to show everyone she will be a good agent. When she arrives at the lodge, a man catches her attention so she decides she has a mystery to solve that involves him. When a crime happens, she sneaks away while dragging her cousins to help their parents find the criminal trying to set up her cousin.
When the allegations are proved wrong, but a criminal is on the loose while the weather is working against them, can the Hamiltons protect their family, and the guests relying on them, before events are out of their control?
***
Hamilton Investigation & HIS Series
Books do not have to be read in order, but you’ll get the whole picture if you do!
His Desire (Jesse & Kate) FREE
His Choice (AJ & Megan)
His Return (Jake & Emily)
His Chance (Devon & Rylee)
His Destiny (Trent & Kelly)
His Family (Blake & Elizabeth) Novella
His Heart (Matt & Caitlyn)
His Fantasy (Brad & Madison)
A Hamilton Christmas (Entire No new romance)
Agents of HIS Series
Evening Shadows (Boss and Angel)
Praise for Sheila Kell
“Sheila Kell is a mistress of the genre…” – Readers’ Favorite
"Sheila Kell…will have readers wanting more!" – InD’tale Magazine
“One thing is for sure, Sheila Kell has solidly landed herself on my One-Click-Addiction List with this group.” – BookwormBetties
“Wow can it get any better? Well true to Sheila's style, yes, yes it can get better.” – The Book Fairy Reviews
To receive a notice of Sheila’s latest releases when they’re available, be sure to select the “Follow” button.
- GenresMystery
283 pages, Kindle Edition
Published November 1, 2018
About the author
Sheila Kell
22 books590 followersTo receive notice of Sheila's latest releases when they're available, be sure to select the "Follow" button.
Sheila Kell writes about the romantic men who leave women’s hearts pounding with a happily ever after built on memorable, adrenaline-pumping stories. Or, (since her editor attempts to cut down her long-windedness) simply “Smokin’ Hot Romance & Intrigue.” Her debut novel, His Desire (HIS Series #1), launched as an Amazon #1 romantic suspense bestseller and Top 100 overall, later winning the Readers’ Favorite award for best romantic suspense novel.
As a Southern girl who has left behind her days with the U.S. Air Force, and as a University Vice President, she can usually be found nestled in the Mississippi woods, where she lives with her cats and all the strays that magically find her front door. When she isn’t writing, she has her nose in a good book, is dealing with the woodland critters who enjoy her back porch, or is wishing she had a genie to do her bidding.
Sheila is a member of Romance Writers of America.
For more information, visit Sheila’s website and subscribe to her newsletter: https://www.sheilakellbooks.com
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Sheila Kell writes about the romantic men who leave women’s hearts pounding with a happily ever after built on memorable, adrenaline-pumping stories. Or, (since her editor attempts to cut down her long-windedness) simply “Smokin’ Hot Romance & Intrigue.” Her debut novel, His Desire (HIS Series #1), launched as an Amazon #1 romantic suspense bestseller and Top 100 overall, later winning the Readers’ Favorite award for best romantic suspense novel.
As a Southern girl who has left behind her days with the U.S. Air Force, and as a University Vice President, she can usually be found nestled in the Mississippi woods, where she lives with her cats and all the strays that magically find her front door. When she isn’t writing, she has her nose in a good book, is dealing with the woodland critters who enjoy her back porch, or is wishing she had a genie to do her bidding.
Sheila is a member of Romance Writers of America.
For more information, visit Sheila’s website and subscribe to her newsletter: https://www.sheilakellbooks.com
You may also find and follow Sheila on:
Facebook: @sheilakellbooks
Instagram: @sheilakellbooks
Goodreads: @sheilakellbooks
BookBub: /authors/sheila-kell
Amazon: /author/sheilakell
Join Sheila's Facebook Reader Group: Sheila's Smokin' Hot Heroines
Contact Sheila for information on her advance teams and other ways to follow: sheila@sheilakell.com
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November 9, 2018
While this story doesn’t quite follow the normal guidelines for a traditional romance novel, it’s so full of love throughout that the reader will still feel the passion. A little bittersweet for fans of the HIS series, this last novel features the entire Hamilton clan—all three generations in a suspenseful murder mystery that showcases not only the talents of the men and women of HIS, but the love of the Hamilton family as well.
Featuring prominently within the story is whipsmart Reagan, eldest son Jesse’s 10 year old daughter who is intent on showing the family that she is: 1) no longer a child, and 2) worthy of running the family business in a few years. She is a fun little spitfire that helps make this story a delight.
There’s a lot to love in this novel. The characters are warm, rich, engaging and fun. The plot is nicely woven and quickly paced, with a setting that is at once charming and beautiful, but not without risk. The dialogue and banter of the family is so instinctively written that the reader simply feels immersed in the middle of this enormous, cacophonous, over the top, loving, and sometimes sarcastic family of alpha males (with their amazing alpha females). What a great place to be!
Readers can share this warm Christmas tale with their moms (a rarity!)—no steamy love scenes to worry about, and adult language is used sparingly. This story is a great one to snuggle up with by the fire with your favorite warm drink and get yourself in the Christmas spirit. It’s a beautiful reminder of the love of family, and how deep that love really goes.
Featuring prominently within the story is whipsmart Reagan, eldest son Jesse’s 10 year old daughter who is intent on showing the family that she is: 1) no longer a child, and 2) worthy of running the family business in a few years. She is a fun little spitfire that helps make this story a delight.
There’s a lot to love in this novel. The characters are warm, rich, engaging and fun. The plot is nicely woven and quickly paced, with a setting that is at once charming and beautiful, but not without risk. The dialogue and banter of the family is so instinctively written that the reader simply feels immersed in the middle of this enormous, cacophonous, over the top, loving, and sometimes sarcastic family of alpha males (with their amazing alpha females). What a great place to be!
Readers can share this warm Christmas tale with their moms (a rarity!)—no steamy love scenes to worry about, and adult language is used sparingly. This story is a great one to snuggle up with by the fire with your favorite warm drink and get yourself in the Christmas spirit. It’s a beautiful reminder of the love of family, and how deep that love really goes.
November 17, 2018
Received in exchange for a honest review.
I was sad to see this last book in the series come. This is a great series and this ending was wonderful. We see how family is important to this tight night group. How they are there for each other and love one another.
The story is just as wild and fun as the rest of the series. Here the dad calls the family to christmas and has some interesting developments.
So the family comes and they come in a wild and crazy way. We see the children of the adults take shine in this book. We see how they plan and things go haywire. How they rally together and be there for one another.
The story is fun, sweet, wild and crazy. We have tender moments amongst our couples. Adorable moments with their children. The crazy adventures of the kids. And wonderful family moments. We also get a murder and a mystery that the Hamilton’s try to solve. Only this is where we get some real fun. The kids want a chance to prove themselves too.
A great sweet, tender story where you say goodbye to a family you fall in love with with each character and story. A story of family and love. With action, tenderness and what you have come to expect from Sheila Kell.
I was sad to see this last book in the series come. This is a great series and this ending was wonderful. We see how family is important to this tight night group. How they are there for each other and love one another.
The story is just as wild and fun as the rest of the series. Here the dad calls the family to christmas and has some interesting developments.
So the family comes and they come in a wild and crazy way. We see the children of the adults take shine in this book. We see how they plan and things go haywire. How they rally together and be there for one another.
The story is fun, sweet, wild and crazy. We have tender moments amongst our couples. Adorable moments with their children. The crazy adventures of the kids. And wonderful family moments. We also get a murder and a mystery that the Hamilton’s try to solve. Only this is where we get some real fun. The kids want a chance to prove themselves too.
A great sweet, tender story where you say goodbye to a family you fall in love with with each character and story. A story of family and love. With action, tenderness and what you have come to expect from Sheila Kell.
October 31, 2018
For those readers that have read and loved the HIS series, this one is bittersweet. It’s the end of the series about the wonderful family we have come to know and love. Though not a romance, it’s a story filled with three generations of Hamiltons, some new surprise family members, a murder and the mystery in solving it. Not one, but three generations are determined to solve the problem, highlighted by the delightful, and precocious , ten year old Reagan Hamilton.
A page turner, a reminder of the strength of the family bond and the Hamilton’s possess. Add a few surprises, some sad ones as well as good ones, to the mix to make this one another engaging story.
Thank you , Ms Kell , for giving us this final story in which the entire family, old and new, get to spend time together.
I was entrusted a copy of this book. The opinions expressed are solely my own.
A page turner, a reminder of the strength of the family bond and the Hamilton’s possess. Add a few surprises, some sad ones as well as good ones, to the mix to make this one another engaging story.
Thank you , Ms Kell , for giving us this final story in which the entire family, old and new, get to spend time together.
I was entrusted a copy of this book. The opinions expressed are solely my own.
November 14, 2018
A Hamilton Christmas is the ninth book in the HIS series, but is super unique that it features the whole entire family, can be read completely alone, and doesn’t feature a new romance. Told from Reagan’s, a ten year old, and Blake’s, the patriarch of the family, points of view, when their family gathers together for a Christmas to remember, they weren’t expecting a murder mystery, secrets, danger, and new family members! With everything that’s happening in the lodge, will HIS be able to solve the mystery?
Oh my goodness! I loved every minute of reading this book! I had so much fun getting into Reagan’s mind and I loved the contrast between her thoughts and Blake’s. I know that there was no new romance in this story, but I don’t think it was needed, as the spirit of HIS and Christmas were both present within this book! I don’t want to give anything away, but I loved the rather important role that the children played in working on the murder mystery, and I loved that so many true emotions could be felt between these pages! The ending had me gripping the edges of my seat, but I absolutely loved the sweet moments, and most importantly, I love how well this family bands together in good and difficult times! I have loved reading this series, absolutely adored this addition, and am going to be sad that HIS is coming to a close.
Oh my goodness! I loved every minute of reading this book! I had so much fun getting into Reagan’s mind and I loved the contrast between her thoughts and Blake’s. I know that there was no new romance in this story, but I don’t think it was needed, as the spirit of HIS and Christmas were both present within this book! I don’t want to give anything away, but I loved the rather important role that the children played in working on the murder mystery, and I loved that so many true emotions could be felt between these pages! The ending had me gripping the edges of my seat, but I absolutely loved the sweet moments, and most importantly, I love how well this family bands together in good and difficult times! I have loved reading this series, absolutely adored this addition, and am going to be sad that HIS is coming to a close.
November 26, 2018
Independent reviewer for Archaeolibrarian, I was gifted my copy of this book direct from the author, and I thank Ms Kell for that.
This book takes place a year after His Fantasy, Brad's story, and is like a catch up on what all the brothers and their wives have been up to. And they are been doing a LOT of baby making! So it was great to catch up with everyone, all in one place.
It's a bit different that the other HIS books, in that the story is told from Jesse's ten year old daughter, Reagan and her Poppy, Blake Hamilton's points of view. Reading such polar opposites was amusing at times: Reagan is determined to follow in her father's footsteps, even if she has to go against him to do it, and Blake is still a little in the dog house as far as I'm concerned! Oh, he redeemed himself in His Family, but maybe not as much as I thought he had!
There is a lot of love here, with every member of the Hamilton clan, their partners and babies all here along with a new member of the family that is introduced here. Reagan and her new cousin are a well matched pair and they pull their sleuthing off extremely well!
It was so lovely to catch up with everyone, it's always sad to say goodbye and this was a great little catch up, a little time after the main books ended.
Very well done, Ms Kell, I'm just not a great fan of holiday stories!
4 solid stars
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This book takes place a year after His Fantasy, Brad's story, and is like a catch up on what all the brothers and their wives have been up to. And they are been doing a LOT of baby making! So it was great to catch up with everyone, all in one place.
It's a bit different that the other HIS books, in that the story is told from Jesse's ten year old daughter, Reagan and her Poppy, Blake Hamilton's points of view. Reading such polar opposites was amusing at times: Reagan is determined to follow in her father's footsteps, even if she has to go against him to do it, and Blake is still a little in the dog house as far as I'm concerned! Oh, he redeemed himself in His Family, but maybe not as much as I thought he had!
There is a lot of love here, with every member of the Hamilton clan, their partners and babies all here along with a new member of the family that is introduced here. Reagan and her new cousin are a well matched pair and they pull their sleuthing off extremely well!
It was so lovely to catch up with everyone, it's always sad to say goodbye and this was a great little catch up, a little time after the main books ended.
Very well done, Ms Kell, I'm just not a great fan of holiday stories!
4 solid stars
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November 14, 2018
I loved reading about the Hamilton men again, all the characters that I have grown to love and now all of them with families of their own. It’s not your typical romantic suspense...not really. Unless you consider all the Hamilton men with their one and only, still in love, being romantic, and protecting their family.
There is suspense, a mystery, a little bit of thoughts of steam when it comes to one of the Hamilton men, humour that had me chuckling out loud and a few times my eyes got misty with emotion and I had to grab a tissue. I enjoyed the story and the 2 main character’s thoughts or POV that it was told through. I was a bit put off with Reagan at times and even though I get that she was very young, her actions and thoughts were more of a spoiled princess, than those of a young girl who is being raised by two of my favorite characters.
I will be reading it again just to get my dose of the Hamilton men and their families altogether.
There is suspense, a mystery, a little bit of thoughts of steam when it comes to one of the Hamilton men, humour that had me chuckling out loud and a few times my eyes got misty with emotion and I had to grab a tissue. I enjoyed the story and the 2 main character’s thoughts or POV that it was told through. I was a bit put off with Reagan at times and even though I get that she was very young, her actions and thoughts were more of a spoiled princess, than those of a young girl who is being raised by two of my favorite characters.
I will be reading it again just to get my dose of the Hamilton men and their families altogether.
November 15, 2018
I love Ms. Kell and this Hamilton series has been a favorite of mine. I must say that I found this story a bit lacking than the rest of her stories. The other stories immediately pulled me in and were filled with suspense, action, and family drama; but this one took me awhile. I loved how the entire family got together but even with having read the series, there was so many family members that it can be confusing. I loved the dual POVs, especially reading how the father/grandfather felt about his family. However, it got a bit repetitive after a while. I would have loved to have found out a bit more about his cancer and his relationship with his wife as it was a new marriage. I just wish it was a bit more of the backstory instead of just the mystery that Reagan was trying to solve. I do thank Ms. Kell for sharing the Hamiltons with us and for the arc! All thoughts and opinions are my own and were unsolicited.
November 13, 2018
I have read and loved this entire series, including this one. Although I am sorry this series has ended, I enjoyed the path this author chose for the finally. No love interest you say? Pffft! There is so much love in this family that there is NEVER a lack of interest in love. What I enjoyed most in this one was the children. The Hamiltons are learning what is was like for those who raised them. The kids are just like them; stubborn, loving, fiercely loyal, funny and all alpha just like their parents. It was fun to see this generation following in their parent's footsteps at such an early age. Of course they stumble into a mystery they just have to solve and our entertainment begins. Yes, it is not like the previous books but it is a brilliant way to end this series. Makes you hope we will see these kids again when they are all older. I recommend this book as well as the entire series. This review is based on an ARC and is my own opinion, given voluntarily.
November 14, 2018
A Hamilton Christmas is the last book in this wonderful series, and I have loved reading each and every story, especially that each one of the family gets their happy ever after. Even though this story isn't based on that same theme it still has plenty of mystery and suspense, a little romance and a look at the younger generation picking up on what the adults do for a living by becoming mini sleuths to solve a murder on their Christmas family vacation.
This book was a fitting end to the HIS series and was a welcome change from what you would have normally have expected it to be about as it is making way for the next generation of HIS and HERS characters that future books could be written about.
I totally loved this story and read it in one go, it is well written and a very entertaining read!
This book was a fitting end to the HIS series and was a welcome change from what you would have normally have expected it to be about as it is making way for the next generation of HIS and HERS characters that future books could be written about.
I totally loved this story and read it in one go, it is well written and a very entertaining read!
November 13, 2018
Absolutely a wonderful story.
I volunteered to read and review an advanced readers copy of A Hamilton Christmas . I really enjoyed reading this story . I'm dad to see this fantastic series come to an end . I love the HIS series , but I look forward to the next series . This series bring the Hamilton's together for Christmas , but of course there's always trouble finding them . The story is really interesting and intertaining . It's a suspenseful and thrilling time at the lodge . The story is well written . It keeps you reading .All the interactions of characters are great . I love Reagan I hope someday she gets a story . All and all this is a great story to end a fabulous series . I highly recommend reading and enjoying this story .
I volunteered to read and review an advanced readers copy of A Hamilton Christmas . I really enjoyed reading this story . I'm dad to see this fantastic series come to an end . I love the HIS series , but I look forward to the next series . This series bring the Hamilton's together for Christmas , but of course there's always trouble finding them . The story is really interesting and intertaining . It's a suspenseful and thrilling time at the lodge . The story is well written . It keeps you reading .All the interactions of characters are great . I love Reagan I hope someday she gets a story . All and all this is a great story to end a fabulous series . I highly recommend reading and enjoying this story .
November 30, 2018
I always fan girl when a new installment of HIS hits my kindle. This had a festive feel to it (obviously) with a HIS twist to it. Snowed in and having to investigate a murder that implicates one of their own, the whole family rises to the challenge of investigating.
As usual it packed a punch but I loved the way that it focused on the next generation of HIS. Told through the eyes of the children and the senior member of the family, this provided a unique perspective that made me smile. I would love to revisit this next generation again in the future (hint, hint).
I am so sad to see the end of this series and what a series it has been. This was a fitting conclusion.
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As usual it packed a punch but I loved the way that it focused on the next generation of HIS. Told through the eyes of the children and the senior member of the family, this provided a unique perspective that made me smile. I would love to revisit this next generation again in the future (hint, hint).
I am so sad to see the end of this series and what a series it has been. This was a fitting conclusion.
***Reviewed for LBM Book Blog***
November 11, 2018
Oh goodness, where to even start. I have NOT read any of the other HIS books. That didn't take away too much from this story. There are a lot of characters that we would have gotten to know in the previous books but I was able to catch on easy enough. I really liked that the dual POVs were so opposite. Grandfather/10 year old grand daughter. Reagan sure has a knack for sleuthing. She wants to take over HIS when she grows up. While she needs to remember she is still just a child she might have what it takes with the proper training.
The suspense, mystery, and mayhem that befalls this family during their Christmas "vacation" is enough to make anyone crazy. I was hooked right away. I am interested on getting the back story on all the kids now!
The suspense, mystery, and mayhem that befalls this family during their Christmas "vacation" is enough to make anyone crazy. I was hooked right away. I am interested on getting the back story on all the kids now!
November 13, 2018
Although different from the rest of the series, the writing and plot in this book keep with the tradition that has run throughout this series. What's better than a family Christmas? For this family, it seems to run around some type of suspense. I liked the way the older kids were brought into this story and how they were able to help the family figure out who did it, while still being kids. Enjoyed this series and look forward to more books by Sheila Kell. I received an ARC of this book in exchange for an honest review.
November 1, 2018
Mystery and mayhem brought about by an over abundance of characters, including intrepid youthful sleuths in this Hamilton Christmas who-done-it. I found this story a little convoluted, had problems following who’s point of view I was reading. Although I enjoyed the HIS series, this story is not my favorite. If you are looking for a Hamilton story wrap up that includes all the members and then some, this is for you.
November 14, 2018
This book is the final book, in this amazing series. It is a little different then the other ones but oh so good. Reagan, has no filter she will have you laughing allot. There is still a murder to solve and the suspence is still there. I loved seeing all the family together. It was just a great Christmas read. Loved it. If you, have been reading this series you have to read this. You will love this book.
November 16, 2018
A wonderful way to wrap up the HIS series with captivating characters and a great Christmas adventure that included mystery, suspense, humor, a great family dynamic and so much more. I really liked 10 year old Reagan who is "in training" to be a future leader at HIS.
Sorry to see this series end but I look forward to what Ms. Kell will bring us next. I received an advance reader copy of this book and this is my unbiased review.
Sorry to see this series end but I look forward to what Ms. Kell will bring us next. I received an advance reader copy of this book and this is my unbiased review.
November 25, 2018
Good!
Ah, the final book of the series. (I cry) I've loved this series so much. I come across book 1 of this series when I was ill in hospital last year, and each book of the series helped pass a lot of time away for me. I've followed this series, felt a big part of the family, and loved every second. This book was told from a different perspective, mainly from Reagan's point of view. It was interesting. It was another family holiday where the HIS team don't get a break. I really don't want it to end. Please keep it going. Pretty please with a cherry on top. 😊 I see the kids as agents already. They could give their father's a run for their money.
Ah, the final book of the series. (I cry) I've loved this series so much. I come across book 1 of this series when I was ill in hospital last year, and each book of the series helped pass a lot of time away for me. I've followed this series, felt a big part of the family, and loved every second. This book was told from a different perspective, mainly from Reagan's point of view. It was interesting. It was another family holiday where the HIS team don't get a break. I really don't want it to end. Please keep it going. Pretty please with a cherry on top. 😊 I see the kids as agents already. They could give their father's a run for their money.
November 3, 2018
I loved this last book in the HIS series, family, warmth, caring, togetherness, laugh out loud growing up children trying to find their place in this awesome family, mysteries, murder and mayhem for all of the HIS group to figure out. What a wonderful way to end this series and for the Christmas season coming.
December 14, 2018
A fun Christmas installment! The HIS series has featured some great couples, so it was nice to get to learn more about their children and see things through Reagan's eyes. This story is bittersweet in some regards, particularly since it is the end of this series before the spin-off launches. The mystery was interesting, and it was nice catching up with this family. I'm really looking forward to the new series!
November 14, 2018
(3.5) I love the Hamilton Series, I love Christmas Books and I love Sheila Kell. The cover is outstanding. This was one is told mostly through Regans eyes and some through Blake. Your sort of eavesdrop to the whole thing. It was not my favorite format, but the plot was wonderful. I enjoyed the mystery, the laughter, the bombshell of Blake and the future he foresees. The feeling of family, the new characters. I snorted right along with Jesse in that one scene with Regan. (Read the book).
Thank you for bring them all together, loving on them one more time and seeing possibilities for the future. Thank you for the arc! All thoughts and opinions are my own and were unsolicited.
Thank you for bring them all together, loving on them one more time and seeing possibilities for the future. Thank you for the arc! All thoughts and opinions are my own and were unsolicited.
November 12, 2018
Spending Christmas with the Hamilton Family was a great time. It was good to catch up with all the members of the family while they celebrate Christmas together. They unexpected events made for a good story. I loved the parts being told from Reagan's perspective. I can't wait for her to grow up and get her own story. Jason's future story will be funn too! The story is a fun read, I look forward to more installments from Sheila Kell. I received an advance copy for an honest review.
November 13, 2018
Great story line and characters, Awesome !! Loved this book. The storyline was so interesting that it had me turning pages in anticipation of where it would lead . I was very intrigued with the characters in the story. Simply awesome . Definitely recommend this book to anyone looking for a great read. I would recommend to others. Worth the read and the money!
November 1, 2018
Interesting twist on one of my favorite family series. This one still has all the Hamilton’s & their families at a Colorado lodge for Christmas. We are given a fresh young perspective with Reagan Hamilton as our junior sleuth guide helping to unravel the murder mystery on Christmas Eve.
November 14, 2018
While not exactly a traditional romance read, this book is filled with feels...love, sweetness, a touch of the bittersweet. The characters are defined, lovable, relatable and distinct. Great series and should be on the TBR list for lovers of this genre. I voluntarily read an ARC and this is my honest review.
November 21, 2018
First, this is the last of a series. That being said, I should add, I have NoT read any of the others in the series. I probably will though.
It was not a bad story, but it wasn't what I was expecting. Most of it was told through the eyes of a smart-as-a-whip 10 year old girl; the rest through the eyes of a sentimental patriarch of the Hamilton clan. Her desire when she grows up is to work in the family's business, HIS, which is an investigative firm. The family has gathered for Christmas at a resort her grandfather bought. She decides to begin honing her skills so she can be ready to join the family business when she graduates college and has service time completed. And yes, she does uncover a mystery, one which takes everyone to solve.
The book was predictable. But it wasn't a terrible story.
It was not a bad story, but it wasn't what I was expecting. Most of it was told through the eyes of a smart-as-a-whip 10 year old girl; the rest through the eyes of a sentimental patriarch of the Hamilton clan. Her desire when she grows up is to work in the family's business, HIS, which is an investigative firm. The family has gathered for Christmas at a resort her grandfather bought. She decides to begin honing her skills so she can be ready to join the family business when she graduates college and has service time completed. And yes, she does uncover a mystery, one which takes everyone to solve.
The book was predictable. But it wasn't a terrible story.
April 6, 2019
This book introduced some new characters that fit right in with the rest of the Hamilton crew. I enjoyed the drama and plot twists, and it was great seeing a different set of characters in the forefront. I'm saddened that this might be the last of the HIS series!
January 20, 2020
This book was a surprise. I really enjoyed it.
November 14, 2018
A great end to this series.
I have read and loved each book in this series and hate to see it end. I hope that there will be more offshoot stories in the future. I would recommend this series and author to anyone who likes romance,friends and family, with suspense thrown in.
I have read and loved each book in this series and hate to see it end. I hope that there will be more offshoot stories in the future. I would recommend this series and author to anyone who likes romance,friends and family, with suspense thrown in.
November 21, 2018
Oh the Hamilton’s couldn’t possibly have a family vacation without drama & suspense. I loved the story, the whole clan together was fantastic and I just adored Reagan - I do hope this means that there is going to be a next gen series because that would make this old heart very happy. The story had me glued to the pages way past my bedtime.
I voluntarily reviewed an Advanced Reader Copy of this book.
I voluntarily reviewed an Advanced Reader Copy of this book.
November 13, 2018
The Hamilton's trek to Colorado for a family Christmas. Blake has a few secrets to reveal but a murder delays the ultimate secret. Reagan, Jesse and Kate's 10 year old, is determined to show her mom and dad she is ready to be treated like her grown up 10 year old self and not a child. She is sure she can solve a mystery while at the lodge for Christmas. Much of this book is told through Reagan and Blake's points of view. Will the kids break the case wide open or end up right smack dab in the middle of danger in their quest to solve this mystery/murder? What is Blake's big secret and how will it affect the future for the Hamilton family? It all plays out in this last of HIS series of books.
While this isn't the typical HIS book it is still well worth the read. In true HIS tradition, it's all about rallying around the family with a few shenanigans along the way. I had to go with three stars because I honestly didn't care for Raegan. She was an annoying character for me.
While this isn't the typical HIS book it is still well worth the read. In true HIS tradition, it's all about rallying around the family with a few shenanigans along the way. I had to go with three stars because I honestly didn't care for Raegan. She was an annoying character for me.
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