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A Very Merry Christmas Makeover: The Audrey Stone Havenbrook Christmas Romance Series, Book 9

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A reality-TV designer and a grumpy heritage heir have one Christmas to save a crumbling seaside manor—and maybe their own hearts.

When Ava Sterling, London's hottest home renovation expert, arrives in Havenbrook to transform the historic Seahurst Manor for a Christmas TV special, she expects vintage charm and grateful owners. What she doesn't expect is Luke Harrison – billionaire owner of Britain's biggest DIY empire, whose flagship store dominates the town and whose family has owned the manor for generations.

Luke built his retail fortune on respecting craftsmanship and tradition, not trendy makeovers. With his corporate headquarters and sprawling estate overlooking Havenbrook, he's fiercely protective of his hometown's authentic character – especially the wonderfully imperfect Seahurst Manor where his grandparents first met. But Ava's vision of sleek modern updates and Instagram-worthy installations threatens to strip away everything that makes the manor special.

As these two titans clash over paint swatches and planning permissions, their heated debates draw more sparks than Seahurst's original fireplace. Through unexpected snowstorms that trap them together, late-night decorating disasters, and shared hot cocoa breaks where guards slowly drop, Ava and Luke discover that sometimes the best renovations aren't about tearing down walls – they're about building bridges.

Fall in love with:

A fierce battle of wills between two equally successful professionals
Delicious enemies-to-lovers tension with holiday spice
A hero who could buy anything but can't purchase his way out of feelings
A heroine who won't compromise her vision – until her heart has other plans
The magic of Havenbrook at Christmas, where even billionaires believe in miracles

Will Ava's makeover transform Seahurst Manor into television gold, or will Luke's vision of preservation win? And when the renovation dust settles, will they discover they've built something neither blueprint could have predicted – true love?

Perfect for fans of Christina Lauren, Emily Henry, and anyone who loves watching fierce professionals forget all their rules when Christmas magic strikes. Get your copy of "A Very Merry Makeover" today!

About the Audrey Stone Romance

The Audrey Stone Havenbrook Romance Series is a connected set of contemporary romance stories set in and around the small town of Havenbrook, UK. These novels explore love in all its forms — first sparks, second chances, rekindled hopes, and relationships that change everything.

Each story works as a standalone love story while contributing to a broader sense of place and recurring characters, making Havenbrook feel like home with every visit.

What Kind of Romance Is This?

This series is best described as small-town contemporary romance with:

Emotional connection and character-driven relationships
Slow-burn love and layered emotional stakes
Themes of healing, community, friendship, and belonging
Relatable protagonists facing real-world heart journeys

If you enjoy stories where love grows from life’s ups and downs, this series is written for you.

If You Love Friends-to-Lovers, Second Chances, or Small-Town Romance…

Fans of contemporary romances like those by Emily Henry, Christina Lauren, and Jill Shalvis will find a warm and welcoming world in Havenbrook.

These books combine:

Cozy, character-first storytelling
Heart-warming relationships
Community settings that feel like home

What sets this series apart is its focus on emotional authenticity, humour, and the gentle magic of love found in everyday moments

Story Tropes & Reader Appeal

This book features many of the tropes readers love, including:

Small-town charm and community warmth
Love that grows from friendship
Second chances at connection
Relatable characters navigating real emotional journeys

Is This Book For You?

This book is ideal if you love:

Heartwarming contemporary romance
Emotional character journeys and relationships
Feel-good love stories with heart and depth

Do I Need to Read the Series in Order?

Most Havenbrook books can be read as standalone romances — each with its own love story and resolution.

However, reading in release order lets you notice recurring locations, community threads, and familiar faces that deepen the sense of place.

Havenbrook Romance Series In Order

Book 1: Blueprints of the Heart
Book 2: Written in the Stars
Book 3: Framed with Love
Book 4: The Recipe for Us
Book 5: Melodies of the Heart
Book 6: A Stitch in Time
Book 7: Hearts in Bloom
Book 8: Love on the Line
Book 9: Lights, Camera, Love
Book 10: The Heart of the Garden
Book 11: Canvas of Dreams
Book 12: Captured Moments
Book 13: The Perfect Blend
Book 14: Secrets of the Shore
Book 15: Tides of Change
Book 16: Harvesting Love
Book 17: Threads of Destiny
Book 18: Inked in Fire
Book 19: The Tide Between Us
Book 20: Lighthouse of Love
Book 21: Waves of Affection
Book 22: In the Frame
Book 23: Dance Until Dawn
Book 24: Game Changer
Book 25: Secrets of the Town
Book 26: Breaking the Ice
Book 27: Pages of Us
Book 28: Baking Up Love
Book 29: From the Ground Up
Book 30: Strings of Fate
Book 31: Midnight Waltz
Book 32: By the Book
Book 33: Coffee Connection

The Havenbrook Christmas Romance Series (by Audrey Stone)

Book 1: Festival Magic
Book 2: Tangled in Tinsel
Book 3: Snowed Inn Love
Book 4: Mistletoe and Memos
Book 5: Christmas in Harmony
Book 6: The Last Starlight Wish
Book 7: Christmas Lights and Small Town Nights
Book 8: Mistletoe Magic
Book 9: A Very Merry Makeover
Book 10: The Winter We Fell
Book 11: Snowflakes and Secrets
Book 12: Twelve Tastes of Winter
Book 13: Christmas at the Manor
Book 14: The Christmas Recipe

About Audrey Stone

Audrey Stone writes heart-centred contemporary romances celebrated for their emotional depth, warm character dynamics, and vivid small-town settings. Her storytelling mixes relatable protagonists, meaningful connection, and heartfelt romance that resonates with fans of classic and modern love stories alike.

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Genres & Themes

Genres:

Contemporary Romance
Small-Town Romance
Friends-to-Lovers / Slow Burn
Second Chance at Love

Core Themes:

Healing through love and connection
Community and shared journey
Finding courage to love again
Relatable emotional growth

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Reading Order

Audrey Stone's Havenbrook: The Town Where Love Lives

Seahurst Manor as the Third Lead

Seahurst Manor feels like a character in its own right, full of draughty corridors, secret passages, and lingering history. The romance grows as Ava and Luke learn to “listen” to the house, balancing modern light installations with fragile plasterwork and memories. Their work together—under the watchful eyes of council, crew, and grandmother Evelyn—turns a simple makeover into a story about stewardship, trust, and finding home. —Eleanor G., early reader

For Fans of TV Renovation Rom-Coms

Readers who adore home makeover shows will enjoy how this book pulls back the curtain. From lidar scans and “no turquoise” edicts to council hearings in freezing galleries, every design decision has consequences. Ava’s creative solutions and Luke’s cautious questions build genuine respect, not just chemistry. It’s funny, detailed, and grounded, with Havenbrook’s harbour and Christmas market adding an extra layer of charm to the central romance. —Priya N., editorial reviewer

Witty, Warm, and Wonderfully British

This holiday romance leans into dry British humour: exploding fairy lights, producers terrified of heritage regulations, and clever asides about colour palettes and planning law. Ava’s inner commentary keeps scenes lively, while Luke’s chapters add quieter, reflective notes. The contrast gives the book an easy rhythm, mixing rom-com banter with genuine emotional stakes as they risk reputations, contracts, and their hearts for Seahurst. —Hannah W., beta reader

Rivals, Partners, Then Something More

A Very Merry Makeover offers a satisfying slow-burn arc from wary rivals to full partners. Ava is used to bulldozing through obstacles for telly; Luke is determined not to let cameras damage his family home. Their arguments about “reversible modern insertions” and public transparency gradually turn into joint plans and shared jokes. Readers who love competence, compromise, and grown-up communication in their Christmas romance will be well served. —Saira D., editorial reviewer

Havenbrook’s Christmas on Full Display

The coastal town of Havenbrook shines here: windswept pier, glowing lighthouse, crowded Christmas market, and bakery stalls scented with cinnamon. Scenes on the harbour and at community events show how the makeover affects more than one house. Locals, apprentices, and stallholders all have skin in the game. The result feels like a full festive world, ideal for readers who want their holiday romance wrapped in community spirit. —Megan H., early reader

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