The stories in this collection have previously been published in ebook as A Cornish Carol, The Stolen Weekend and The Beach Cabin Add a little magic to your Christmas with this fun, festive collection of warm and witty short stories from Sunday Times bestselling author Fern Britton. Christmas comes to the little village of Pendruggan and Cornwall's very own Mr Rochester, Piran Ambrose, discovers the true meaning of the festive season when even he can't resist the village celebrations. Meanwhile, best friends Penny and Helen are embarking on a stolen weekend of blissful indulgence but best laid plans often go awry and the ladies are in for a big surprise. In an idyllic cottage on the Cornish cliffs, the Appleby family and their bearded collie, Molly, are having a holiday to remember. It's time for a little Cornish escape for all. Pendruggan: A Cornish village with secrets at its heart 'Fern Britton has transferred her fun and friendly charm to the page' Good Housekeeping 'Incredibly atmospheric' Sun 'Complicated friendships and tales of agan: A Cornish village with secrets at its heart 'Fern Britton has transferred her fun and friendly charm to the page' Good Housekeeping 'Incredibly atmospheric' Sun 'Complicated friendships and tales of a chaotic love life make this a must-read' Woman gan: A Cornish village with secrets at its heart 'Fern Britton has transferred her fun and friendly charm to the page' Good Housekeeping 'Incredibly atmospheric' Sun 'Complicated friendships and tales of a chaotic love life make this a must-read' Woman.