I really enjoyed this cozy story about three sisters coming together in their grief after losing their eccentric Dad. Granted, his will stipulates that they do so in order to claim their inheritance! He sets them some very odd tasks, including reinstating the village winter solstice celebration.

Of course, it all gets done in time, complete with hard, healing conversations and a happy ending for all. Not one person is left without a hopeful end to their story, and it was exactly what I needed.

Though it's a bit Hallmarkish and a tad cheesy, it's smart and honest. Seriously though -- who doesn't like a little cheese now and then? I cared about each of the characters, and found myself rooting for them, crying for them, and just enjoying their company.

I picked it up because I am the oldest of three girls who lost our dad, and thought it would be nice to have a story about sisters. I wasn't disappointed. It helped that the sisters are about the same ages as us three girls are. It felt homey and familiar.

I'm officially convinced that I should set aside time every year to read Christmas books.