The Day After Christmas

The past may shape you—but love writes the next chapter...

Felicity Brooks always hated Christmas. But after one unforgettable festive season with James the Penguin Man, she's finally learned to embrace twinkling lights, hot chocolate kisses—and the power of starting again.

Now, months later, Felicity's trying to keep it all together. Her dream of motherhood has been shattered. She's somehow ended up planning a wedding for her ex and his chaotic bride-to-be. And then—just to keep things interesting—her estranged father turns up at the animal rescue centre where she works, unannounced, after thirty years away.

As Felicity navigates a whirlwind of animal antics, wedding disasters, family secrets, and one very unexpected donkey, she must decide what she really wants her future to look like. And when James begins acting strangely again, Felicity fears her happy ending may be slipping away—until one snowy Christmas morning reveals the surprise of a lifetime… A feel-good festive delight full of warmth, wit and whiskers—perfect for fans of Heidi Swain, Cathy Bramley and Rebecca Raisin.

'Escapism at its best… A must read, feel good Christmas treat!' —Reader review, five stars️

'Another Christmas cracker from Nicola Knight!' —Reader review, five stars️

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Release date

Ebook: 20 October 2025