Publication Date: 27th January 2026
The influence of the works of Arthur Conan Doyle and his fictitious Sherlock Holmes can have an astounding effect on the naturally curious and inquisitive. Cornelia Gran has always been drawn to uncovering the truth behind mysteries and delving into problems to find solutions, but these novels have given her a purpose. She understands the inner workings of Sherlock Holmes: his unquenchable desire to solve mysteries and to investigate them until an answer is found. However, such a way of life does not come without its dangers, and it is not long before Cornelia learns where the line between fact and fiction begins to blur.
The abandoned yellow house at the end of Hasselveien has never caught Cornelia’s interest before. But when it is mentioned in the newspaper, reported as abandoned, she cannot help but feel drawn towards it. Who lived there? Why did they leave the house and never return? The questions are endless, pulling her in until revealing the truth becomes less a matter of quenching curiosity and more a case of life and death.
“Whispers in the Snow (Heartwarming Christmas)” by Heidi Eljarbo entices the reader to step inside the mystery, to join Cornelia in her investigations, and captivates its audience until the secrets within its pages are unravelled and the final word is reached.
Cordelia is an intriguing and inquisitive individual. With her father often called away on business and her mother having passed away many years ago, Cordelia frequently finds herself alone, without the restraint of anyone telling her what she may or may not do. She is fiercely independent, believing, like her father, that marriage should occur because of love rather than obligation. Remaining unwed at twenty-five has granted her the freedom to shape her own day-to-day life. Her willingness for adventure and her desire to find something worth investigating lead her down a dangerous path—one she could never have predicted. Cordelia is certainly a character the reader can get behind, as her way of thinking has a distinctly modern feel. She refuses to be ignored or cast aside because she is not a man and has no inclination to step back and allow others to solve problems for her. She is a strong young woman whose kindness, curiosity, and willingness to help cast her as a very favourable heroine.
Cordelia refuses to allow the secrets hidden within the walls of the abandoned house to evade her, and her determination leads her back to the property time and again. Neither the flicker of candlelight nor the ghostly whispers of the night is enough to deter her from finding the answers she so desperately seeks. She soon finds herself caught in the middle of an intricate web of deception and precarious uncertainty. It is not long before Cordelia realises that her safety is not the only thing at risk when investigating a long-abandoned house. Nor is she the only person with a vested interest in discovering the identity of its owners. The carefully concealed truth surrounding who owns the house—and where they are—creates an eerie atmosphere throughout the first part of the novel. The desire to uncover the truth draws the reader in just as strongly as it draws Cordelia. This intense need to know is instilled within the very pages of the story, creating a sense of ominous foreboding as the narrative unfolds. The reader is never quite sure where the pages will lead, yet remains thoroughly engrossed in following the mystery to its conclusion.
Although Cordelia is invested in the mystery regardless, it certainly does not hurt that one of those involved is charmingly attractive. Simon initially rebukes her involvement, but Cordelia’s persistence places her firmly within a carefully concealed conspiracy—one where lives are at stake, and knowledge itself can prove dangerous. With such high risks, further investigation must be meticulously planned, as even a slip of the tongue could attract the attention of the wrong people. As the novel progresses, the stakes rise dramatically, and tensions grow exponentially. If the first part of the novel entices the reader with mystery, the second part holds their attention captive, pushing them to the edge of their seat as they read furiously on—eager to ensure the safety of the characters and to witness the outcome unfold with bated breath.
With a setting steeped in mystical winter whimsy, creating a chilling yet beautiful backdrop for the narrative, “Whispers in the Snow (Heartwarming Christmas)” by Heidi Eljarbo is a captivating novel. Within its pages lie the uncertainty of an unsolved puzzle, the intensity of a high-stakes thriller, and the gentle wonder of a Christmas romance.
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Congratulations on your upcoming release and such a wonderful review! Your book sounds amazing.
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