Christmas Tree Wars by Delores Topliff is an uplifting, sweet book that I needed. I really enjoyed meeting the characters in this Swede vs Norwegian take on Romeo and Juliet. The story, set in the mid-1960s is a historical. Can you believe that’s considered a historical time today?
But first the photo and scripture. Delores Topliff, the author of Christmas Tree Wars, almost missed this gorgeous site when she had her back to the window. However, she turned around just in time to capture it before the sun came over the horizon. And I love the verse with it.
Now onto the Christmas Tree Wars:
First line: “Kris Lundquist jingled the change in his pocket and looked through his 15th story window over Rockerfellow Center.”
Don’t you just love the cover? Here’s the back cover copy:
Christmas is meant to be a time of goodwill, but there’s no peace between two neighboring Christmas tree farmers involved in a longstanding feud. Can this year be different with a bit of holiday romance tossed into the season?
When the financial planner son and forestry major niece of feuding Christmas tree farmers come home to help their families in crisis, it takes Christmas tree wars to a whole new level. As the young people seek success by competing to provide a national Christmas tree, romance fills the air and connects them like mistle to toe.
My take:
I can truly see this as a Hallmark Movie! It has the perfect ingredients: Kris Lundquist and Marcie Halvorsen return home to Balsam, Wisconsin to help their families out in a time of need. Kris to help his dad get out from under bad financial decisions and Marcie to find a solution to the blight that has hit the Halversen’s Norway spruce.
The two young people are totally attracted to one another, BUT Halverson’s feud with Kris’s dad is in the way. Then her uncle has a stroke and she fears making him worse so she backs away from Kris.
I love the quirky characters and the way the people of Balsam come together to help out the Halverson’s. Love the twist at the end! This is a feel-good story perfect for the Christmas season.
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Comments 28
Thank you, Pat, for welcoming Christmas tree wars today. I do want it to be uplifting and sweet and had so much fun writing this story that the Lord inspired me with in one special download As I drove down a country road with Christmas trees growing on one side and a hayfield with one lone Christmas tree growing on the other side and the whole story came to me then 🙂 It was actually a sunrise that I photographed that morning. And him being very dark and I was working with my back to the window when suddenly a Goldenglow on my computer screen made me turn around and see the start of that beautiful day. Wishing you and readers and equally wonderful day.
Author
Thanks for dropping by and commenting, Delores. I really enjoyed this sweet story!
Hi Pat and Delores!
This book looks like so much fun. It reminds me of the eleven years we spent 75 miles north of Green Bay among the Christmas Tree farms and trees for the paper mills!
The picture is beautiful and shows God’s glory!
Can’t wait to read the book!
Author
Paula. so good to ‘see’ you here! I’d love to see that country you and Delores talk about!
Delores, I love that photo and matching verse. Isn’t it great when a photo opportunity sneaks up on you, and grabs you?
If the 60s are historical, then that must describe me! Those were my high school and college days, and they were a great time to be aiming for adulthood. Pat, from your description, I agree this would make a great Hallmark movie. I can also relate to the Scandinavian vibe. My paternal grandparents were first generation Swedes. My grandfather changed the name from Johansson to Johnson. This is a book I will read. Will there be a Nook version?
“Just the sight of this man curled Malone’s stomach and sent a bead of sweat down her back.” This first line from “Night Prey” by Susan Sleeman is what I am about to start. Susan’s books are always top notch, and this Nighthawk Security series has been so much fun.
Author
I have Night Prey on my TBR table, Tim! So many books and so little time! I’m pretty sure there will be a Nook version…I’ll let you know. Thanks for stopping by!
Oh my goodness such a wonderful post today. Delores the pic is gorgeous as I love sunrise the best because God gifted me another day when I see it. The story sounds delightful and I know it will have a lovely ending better that Romeo and Juliet for sure . As always thanks for the heads up on your books Patricia. Awaiting Crosshairs and will grab Justice Delayed. Have a blessed day
Author
Thanks for grabbing Justice Delayed, Toni! And I love sunrises. I think you’d enjoy this book.
Looks like this is going to be a fun read! I like to stockpile my Christmas books, then do a marathon, cozy reading session.
Author
That sounds good, Barbara! Thanks for dropping by!
Thank you for sharing!
Author
You’re most welcome, Natalya!
I’m gathering books for my Christmas TBR pile and grabbing a copy of this since it’s on Kindle Unlimited! I’m not quite ready to actually read Christmas stories yet, but this will be available whenever I am 🙂 I like that it’s a short story because with the busy holiday season coming up, I don’t have a lot of time to read…so short length or novellas are perfect!
Author
Trixi, I know what you mean about short lengths be easier to read with a busy schedule! I have a sweet Amish story I’m finishing up tonight and will review on Goodreads tomorrow. 🙂
This is such a beautiful sounding book, and the book cover is Stunning! I love it! Thank you for sharing the Beautiful sunrise and the beautiful verse. I will be adding this book to my TBR list, I love, love the sound and the looks of it. Have a great weekend and stay safe. God Bless you and your family .
Author
It’s a sweet story, Alicia and I do love the cover, too. Thanks for stopping by and have a blessed weekend.
Christmas Tree Wars is on my Amazon wish list. I just finished Crosshairs yesterday and Pat, it is so good! You have another winner! I am now reading Deadly Target by Elizabeth Goddard.
Author
Gloria, can you believe our publisher is releasing 3, count ’em 3, romantic suspense books on the same day! lol I have the other two already sitting on my bedside table, waiting for me to get to them!
Beautiful photo! Thanks for the Christmas book recommendation!
Author
Thank you, Megan! Have a blessed weekend!
Love the photo and scripture. Thank you for sharing.
Author
Thanks, Lucy! Good to ‘see’ you!
Love that picture and Scripture verse. They go together so well.
The book sounds very interesting. I hope to get a chance to read it. Right now, I’m doing all I can to make time to read your book, Pat.
Author
Totally understand, Edward! I have about five books that need to be read by this time next week, but lately, if I get one thing accomplished a day, I feel I’m doing pretty good. 🙂
Both books sound wonderful!
Author
Thank you, Shelia! Glad you stopped by.
Love the scripture and photo! Thank you for sharing Christmas Tree Wars.
Author
I think you’d enjoy it, Caryl! Thanks for stopping by.