amethyst5621's review

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3.0

While this collection was a bit of a disappointment, I found two diamonds hidden in its pages. Although I have read all of the stories in this collection, I am reviewing CHRISTMAS CHEMISTRY and THE CHRISTMAS CHALLENGE. Giving both of these wonderful stories 5 stars. Great job ladies.

CHRISTMAS CHEMISTRY
Joanne Jaytanie has done it again with this sweet holiday romance set in one of my favorite places....Glenville. Gina is on a mission to find out as much as she can about the Victorian she manages. Owen Brock, Attorney at Law, comes to town for several different reasons. He and Gina hit it off immediately. Steeped in history and mystery, this story has all the feel goods you want in a holiday romance...and an adorable Dobie puppy named Angel.

THE CHRISTMAS CHALLENGE
This was the first read for me from author Kim Hornsby. A delightful story about Tori, an online blogger, who issues a challenge to her readers and followers. She'd become a bit of a hermit and only communicated with her online contacts. An internal life review challenges Tori with her own words. There is romance, but for me, this story is more about a woman finding herself and pushing herself to do what has become uncomfortable.

tctimlin's review

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hopeful inspiring lighthearted relaxing medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? No
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? No

3.5

Ten romance novellas, all set at a location known as Mistletoe Lodge.
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