Enjoy A Flurry of Christmas Romance: From Castles to Cozy Comedies New Mystery and Christmas Classics in the Country
‘Tis the season to be jolly and what better way to indulge in the holiday spirit than to lose yourself in a flurry of Christmas romance? As the world is beautifully wrapped in a blanket of snow and the festive air fills with the scent of gingerbread and mulled wine, it’s time to snuggle up with a heartwarming Christmas romantic story. From fairy tale castles to cozy comedies, new mysteries, and Christmas classics set in the country, there’s something for every taste.
Christmas Romance in Castles:
One of the most popular tropes in Christmas romance novels is the setting of a grand castle. These stories often feature a modern-day Cinderella who gets swept away by a prince charming, all amidst the magical backdrop of a castle adorned with twinkling Christmas lights. An example of such a novel is ‘A Royal Christmas’ by Scarlet Wilson. It’s a heartwarming story of a royal doctor who finds love in the most unexpected circumstances.
Cozy Christmas Comedies:
Not all Christmas romance novels are about fairy tale love stories. Some are filled with hilarious situations and rib-tickling humor, featuring characters who find love amidst the chaos of the holiday season. Novels like ‘The Twelve Dogs of Christmas’ by Lizzie Shane or ‘In a Holidaze’ by Christina Lauren are filled with festive cheer and romantic comedy, perfect for a light-hearted Christmas read.
New Christmas Mystery-Romance:
A new trend in the Christmas romance genre is the mystery-romance novel. These books combine the warmth of a love story with the thrill of a whodunit. In books like ‘A Cotswold Christmas Mystery’ by Rebecca Tope, the protagonists solve mysteries while also finding love along the way. These stories keep readers on their toes and create a perfect blend of suspense, romance, and holiday cheer.
Christmas Classics in the Country:
Nothing beats the charm of a classic country Christmas romance. The peaceful backdrop of snow-covered fields, the warmth of a roaring fireplace, and the slow-paced life of the country make for an ideal setting for a Christmas love story. Books like ‘A Country Christmas’ by Debbie Macomber or ‘A Yorkshire Christmas’ by Kate Hewitt, transport readers to the idyllic countryside where love blossoms amidst Christmas traditions.
Whether you're a fan of fairy tale romance, enjoy a good laugh, love a good mystery, or prefer the charm of a country Christmas, the world of Christmas romance novels has something for you. These books not only bring the joy of the holiday season but also add a dash of love and warmth to it.
So, get ready to immerse yourself in a flurry of Christmas romance. Grab a hot cup of cocoa, cozy up under a warm blanket, and lose yourself in a world where love is as magical as Christmas itself. Let the Christmas bells chime with love and laughter as you embark on a romantic journey this holiday season. After all, Christmas is not just about the gifts under the tree, but also about the love stories that unfold around it.
Hey there, Christmas movie friends!
The weekend is here, bringing another cozy, joy-filled round of Christmas movie premieres! We’re three weeks into the holiday movie season, and though this year’s lineup has a few fewer new premieres, there’s still a wonderful mix of classic favorites and fresh new festive films to enjoy!
This weekend brings us *two* brand-new Christmas movies and *two* exciting new episodes of "Mistletoe Murders"! (Don’t miss my review of these specific episodes below!)
Over on Great American Family, they’re rolling out the red carpet for the royal premiere of "A Royal Icing Christmas," while the Hallmark Channel is forecasting snow, romance, and laughs with "Merry Christmas, Ted Cooper!," which looks to be an amusing comedic story about a weatherman who reconnects with his high school crush!
Keep scrolling for all the details on these new premieres, plus a new *non-holiday* rom-com from UPtv, a classic Christmas movie marathon set in the country on Hallmark Mystery, and all of the festive fun below!Â
Friday, October 24, 2025:
Season 1, Episodes 3 and 4:
Peril of the Belles - Part 1
After a string of suspicious accidents, Emily goes undercover in the local choir to investigate. Sam, however, remains skeptical. Violet takes on more responsibility at the shop.
Peril of the Belles - Part 2
When the choir attacks escalate, Emily and Sam grow closer as they work together to find the culprit. Emily helps Violet out of a precarious situation by tapping into her dark past.
Review:
Mistletoe Murders â€" (episode 3&4) Each murder mystery in The Mistletoe Murders series are written to cover 2 episodes, so it’s basically like watching a movie. The 3rd and 4th episodes were mostly family-friendly for a show that revolves around murder. These types of shows are best suited for pre-teen age and up.
Cautions: A woman who was killed in a car “accident,†was thought to be having an affair with a man who is in the local choir. This same man is questioned by Emily (Sarah Drew’s character), and when she asks if he was involved with her, he says something like, "She’s not my type," and Emily says, "Blonde?" and he simply says, "Woman." Nothing else is said, but we get the point. There is another murder near the end of the 4th episode.
Overall, I love the sweet relationship between Emily and Sam, and his teenage daughter, who is a breath of fresh air. The Christmas shop is darling, and it was nice to hear the choir sing Christmas carols in these episodes. ~Net
Episodes 3 & 4
Airs Friday, October 24, 2025
at 8pm/7c and 9pm/8c on the Hallmark Channel
Saturday, October 25, 2025:
Storyline: "In A Royal Icing Christmas, Princess Charlotte (Roth) of Marovia, a duty-bound princess, escapes to a New England town at Christmas, where a secret baking contest â€" and an unexpected romance (Buckley) â€" teach her that love may be life’s true crowning achievement."
Premieres Saturday, October 25, 2025
at 8pm/7c. on Great American Family
Saturday, October 25, 2025:
Storyline: "Weatherman Ted Cooper (Buckley) loves Christmas, but the past three have been terrible. This year, Ted has made up his mind that things will be different â€" this will be the Christmas things turn around for him. But Ted's relentless optimism is about to be put to the test as he is faced with a litany of injuries and obstacles when he travels back to his hometown of Lackawanna, N.Y., for the holidays. Within hours of arriving at his sister Kate's house, he finds himself making a trip to Urgent Care after falling off a ladder while hanging decorations. While there, he runs into Ruth Mittens, his former high school science teacher, who was always his cheerleader. He also reconnects with the charming Hope Miller (Sustad), except now she's Dr. Hope Miller, with whom he went to high school and quietly crushed on from afar. Ted is optimistic that this budding romance is the beginning of his Christmas comeback, but his looming holiday bad luck still has a few curveballs in store for him. Luckily for Ted, he won't have to face them alone â€" he'll have the support of Kate, Ruth, and Hope to help him overcome the challenges thrown his way and finally enjoy a well-earned merry Christmas."
Premieres Saturday, October 25, 2025
at 8pm/7c. on the Hallmark Channel
Sunday, October 26, 2025:
Storyline: A young couple on an ill-fated second date find themselves up against the elements and each other when they become stranded on a remote lake island.
Premieres Sunday, October 26, 2025
at 7pm/6c on UPtv
Sunday, October 26, 2025:
Cherry Lane Movies
On Sunday afternoon and evening, the Hallmark Channel will air a marathon of the Cherry Lane movies, which initially premiered on Hallmark+.
The first movie in the trilogy, Season's Greetings from Cherry Lane, starring Jonathan Bennett, Annabelle Borke, Corey Cott, Sarah Dugdale, Shannon Kook, Vincent Rodriguez III, airs at 4pm/3c.
Please Note: The first movie has a same-sex couple. (I'm sharing this to inform you all of the content in this film.)
The second film, Happy Holidays From Cherry Lane, starring Benjamin Ayres, Catherine Bell, James Denton, Erica Durance, Julie Gonzalo, and Ryan Rottman, airs at 6pm/8c.
The third film, Deck the Halls From Cherry Lane, starring John Brotherton, Erin Cahill, Brooke D'Orsay, Chelsea Hobbs, Ben Hollingsworth, and Sam Page, airs at 8pm/7c.
*Note: I haven’t seen the last two movies, so I’m not familiar with the content in those installments of the series. If you've seen them and would like to share, please do so in comments below.
Sunday, October 26, 2025:
Christmas in the Country
Classic Christmas Movie Marathon
on Hallmark Mystery
Mini-Marathon on Hallmark Mystery:
(Schedule in Eastern Standard Time)
*A Blue Ridge Mountain Christmas - 10am
*Christmas in Montana - 2pm
*Rocky Mountain Christmas - 4pm
Sunday, October 26, 2025:
Hallmark's Fall
Wedding Movie Classics
on Hallmark Family
Mini-Marathon on Hallmark Family:
(Schedule in Eastern Standard Time)
*My Best Friend's Bouquet - 11am
*All of My Heart: The Wedding - 3pm
*A Harvest Wedding - 5pm
I hope you all have a wonderful time watching whichever movie you choose, whether it’s a new premiere or a beloved classic! Fall has finally brought its crisp, chilly weather to the Midwest this week, and I’m excited to curl up under a blanket and enjoy one (or more!) of these festive films!
Please note: I haven’t pre-screened the NEW movies mentioned above, so if you watch and would like to share your thoughts, please stop back by and leave a review in the comments. I always love hearing what you think.
Special Links:
Visit the *Christmas TV Schedule* for the dates and times of NEW Christmas movies.
You can find the 2025 Christmas Movie Review post *here*.
And you'll find the Christmas Movie List by network *here*.
Joyous Christmas Blessings,
Net
SHINING THE LIGHT
OF CHRISTMAS
"May the God of hope fill youÂ
with all joy and peaceÂ
as you trust in him,Â
so that you may overflowÂ
with hope by the powerÂ
of the Holy Spirit."Â
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