Saving Christmas at the Highland Repair Shop by Kiley Dunbar

I was delighted to be invited back to Kiley Dunbar’s repair shop in the Scottish town of Cairn Dhu. I’ve read her previous books set around this wonderful community hub, and I’ve always loved the idea of a place where treasured items — and sometimes people — are mended rather than thrown away. The townsfolk have become such familiar, comforting characters, so I was genuinely happy to be reacquainted with them in this festive instalment.

Florrie Norheim is the new girl in town — a consultant sent by her father to assess Hamish Skelton’s ski resort and ultimately recommend its closure. But Florrie is far from ruthless; she’s simply trying to prove she’s just as capable as her brothers. After a rocky start, including having nowhere to stay, she ends up living in the repair shop itself and is quickly drawn into the warmth of the community — and into Hamish’s life. Watching her soften, settle and slowly find her place in Cairn Dhu is one of the real joys of the story.

It’s a wonderfully festive and heart‑warming story, full of community spirit, gentle humour and the kind of emotional warmth Kiley Dunbar does so well. Watching Florrie slowly find her confidence, her purpose and her place in Cairn Dhu is genuinely uplifting, and the repair shop once again proves to be the beating heart of the town. With romance, friendship and a dash of Christmas magic, it’s a cosy, feel‑good read that leaves you smiling. I would like to try the recipes at the end too.

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