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ninimin's review against another edition
challenging
emotional
funny
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
5.0
This book strikes a balance between romantic and spicy, which makes it easy to read and fun.
jinxei's review against another edition
4.0
+ Holiday RomCom With Spice
+ Plus Size Representation
+ Holiday Themed Lubrication
+ SW Representation
+ Mental Health
Nolan Shaw has been trying to rebrand his bad boy from a boy band image and finally gets that chance with a staring role in a movie for Hopeflix, a clean tv channel-- or so he thought. A wrench is thrown into his plans when Bee, better known as adult actress Bianca von Honey, shows up on set to star opposite of him. She's been the woman that has all of his dark, dirty fantasies have revolved around. Hoping to hide her own identity, Bee has to keep her adult persona, and her heart, on lockdown or risk losing not just the career path she is hoping to follow, but the friendship blooming between the two.
Christmas and Sierra Simone are already two of my favorite things, but add in plus size representation in the mix and I jumped at the opportunity to review this sizzling romcom.
Plus size representation can be handled in a number of ways, but this was executed so flawlessly. The way that it was just part of who Bee was and not her entire identity was exactly what I wanted to see. Nolan doesn't want her because she's plus size or in spite of it, but because he wants her as a person. There is no fetishization of her body or a need to relentlessly bring it up.
The spice was lighter than I would have anticipated from something from Sierra, but it fit with the holiday romcom feel. Her and Julie worked flawlessly together to create a Hallmark reminiscent movie in the emotions and feelings of Christmas, but with the spice that would still be too hot for camera. The chemistry between Bee and Nolan was organic and I felt it as they collided together. While it might not have been necessarily a "meet cute," I loved their relationship.
I am hoping some of these side characters get their own books, especially Teddy. I loved the dynamics of Bee and Nolan and their respective families. Definitely a fun Christmas read for the holiday season.
Thank you to Avon for the ARC! I am excited for more Julie And Sierra together, but also to dive into Julie's backlog itself.
+ Plus Size Representation
+ Holiday Themed Lubrication
+ SW Representation
+ Mental Health
Nolan Shaw has been trying to rebrand his bad boy from a boy band image and finally gets that chance with a staring role in a movie for Hopeflix, a clean tv channel-- or so he thought. A wrench is thrown into his plans when Bee, better known as adult actress Bianca von Honey, shows up on set to star opposite of him. She's been the woman that has all of his dark, dirty fantasies have revolved around. Hoping to hide her own identity, Bee has to keep her adult persona, and her heart, on lockdown or risk losing not just the career path she is hoping to follow, but the friendship blooming between the two.
Christmas and Sierra Simone are already two of my favorite things, but add in plus size representation in the mix and I jumped at the opportunity to review this sizzling romcom.
Plus size representation can be handled in a number of ways, but this was executed so flawlessly. The way that it was just part of who Bee was and not her entire identity was exactly what I wanted to see. Nolan doesn't want her because she's plus size or in spite of it, but because he wants her as a person. There is no fetishization of her body or a need to relentlessly bring it up.
The spice was lighter than I would have anticipated from something from Sierra, but it fit with the holiday romcom feel. Her and Julie worked flawlessly together to create a Hallmark reminiscent movie in the emotions and feelings of Christmas, but with the spice that would still be too hot for camera. The chemistry between Bee and Nolan was organic and I felt it as they collided together. While it might not have been necessarily a "meet cute," I loved their relationship.
I am hoping some of these side characters get their own books, especially Teddy. I loved the dynamics of Bee and Nolan and their respective families. Definitely a fun Christmas read for the holiday season.
Thank you to Avon for the ARC! I am excited for more Julie And Sierra together, but also to dive into Julie's backlog itself.
helloooooree's review against another edition
emotional
funny
reflective
relaxing
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.0
sian_m's review against another edition
2.0
Well, this was not what I expected. I’ll be completely honest, I didn’t read the book description. I saw the cover and the title and expected exactly that, a merry little meet cute in a snowy, idyllic scene and it was not that! It felt like sex scenes all the way through to around chapter 29, then I felt some storyline coming in.
This was my first Christmas read and I was wanting a typical cute book for the season. I felt the title and cover did not portray what this book was actually about. Don’t get me wrong, there’s nothing wrong with the book, the writing is fine, if it’s what you’re looking for or expecting, but it’s just not for me and not what I expected. I didn’t expect a Christmas book to be like this, so I guess it makes it original. Lots of spice for the season.
Thank you to NetGalley and all who made it possible for me to read this book.
This was my first Christmas read and I was wanting a typical cute book for the season. I felt the title and cover did not portray what this book was actually about. Don’t get me wrong, there’s nothing wrong with the book, the writing is fine, if it’s what you’re looking for or expecting, but it’s just not for me and not what I expected. I didn’t expect a Christmas book to be like this, so I guess it makes it original. Lots of spice for the season.
Thank you to NetGalley and all who made it possible for me to read this book.
victoriadiesattheend's review against another edition
3.0
it was like if a hallmark movie was insanely horny
but it was fun and silly!
but it was fun and silly!
bookish_withsky's review against another edition
4.0
3.5 but I'm rounding up because of the chubby/plus size representation. I don't think I've read many books that feature a larger woman as a hot, sexy, and nearly famous pornstar. Though the main character's insecurities were mentioned, they weren't something that felt like it needed to be changed, which was definitely appreciated. I loved that aspect. The tension was also phenomenal. That being said, it didn't do much for me personally, which is why it was a 3.5. It's good, I liked it. I just didn't fall absolutely head over heels.
becadreads's review against another edition
emotional
funny
lighthearted
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
emjayreads's review against another edition
Writing isn’t very good. And the way the hero thinks about the heroine gives me the ick.