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3.88 AVERAGE
3.88 AVERAGE
This author always writes such warm and fuzzy books that just feel like a hug, this is no different despite some sensitive subjects.
I absolutely adored this and the characters that she created, well apart from Lily (completely gaslit Holly IMO, she grabbed the phone in the first place, so shouldn’t have put the blame on Holly) despite her initial grief, she could have worked towards building bridges.
I loved Emma and Holly’s friendship and of course the romance aspect, even the setting off the cafe was endearing.
This is a must read and the perfect book to kick off the Christmas festivities.
I absolutely adored this and the characters that she created, well apart from Lily (completely gaslit Holly IMO, she grabbed the phone in the first place, so shouldn’t have put the blame on Holly) despite her initial grief, she could have worked towards building bridges.
I loved Emma and Holly’s friendship and of course the romance aspect, even the setting off the cafe was endearing.
This is a must read and the perfect book to kick off the Christmas festivities.
emotional
funny
hopeful
reflective
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
This book left me feeling like I had a nice big warm hug. Don’t get me wrong I had some tears as with many of my reads by Emily Stone. There was happy and sad tears. I just loved how this story laid out and then beautifully wrapped up. It felt good. This book does cover some very heavy topics mainly about forgiveness and letting go of mistakes or possible regrets you are harboring. It’s about learning to forgive and listen to others. This book centers around December and past events that happened in December so some holiday magic sprinkled in. Holly joins a letter writing group after a car accident with her sister, Lily, left her penalty estranged. Through this letter writing Holly meets Emma and their relationship I absolutely loved. While the letter writing is supposed to be anonymous Emma did leave some clues that Holly found family like a coffee shop she visited before her and her sister’s accident. Add this to your holiday reads this year, while heavy sun just matter is included it does end feeing uplifted. Many thanks to Random House Publishing Group - Ballantine, Dell and NetGalley for the digital review copy of this novel. All opinions expressed in this review are my own.
4.25 ⭐️. I really loved this! It’s full of emotion and charming in the best way. Highly recommend!
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
medium-paced
This book is VERY emotional. If you understand that going in, I think you'll enjoy it. The cover makes it seem like a holiday romcom romp, but really it is not. The beginning starts like one because there's a Christmas village, and a meet cute in a coffee shop, but then tragedy strikes before any romance can begin. The more important relationships in this book are between Holly, the main character, and an older woman named Emma, who is sick with cancer. Holly is still grieving the loss of her family, and reaches out to Emma. There's a whole anonymous letter writing plot point, that that's less important than Holly and Emma really caring for each other and understanding the true meaning of family. Holly does have a romantic storyline eventually with her meet cute Jack, but that takes place a bit later on, and honestly, is not as important. So, if you're looking for a heartfelt book that is not as romantic as usual romantic comedies, this one has a lot of depth.
Thank you NetGalley for the digital ARC of this book.
Thank you NetGalley for the digital ARC of this book.
emotional
medium-paced
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Content Warnings
Graphic: Car accident
Moderate: Cancer, Miscarriage, Death of parent
I unfortunately DNF’D this book. The plot was cute but unoriginal. I feel as if Christmas books aren’t for me.
emotional
hopeful
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Content Warnings
Graphic: Cancer, Death, Miscarriage, Terminal illness, Death of parent
Moderate: Sexual content
Minor: Cursing, Infidelity, Pregnancy
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
reflective
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:
Yes