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winnowiris's review against another edition
3.0
grumpy/sunshine + a lot of Christmas stuff, that's all you need to know about this book.
I want to start this saying that this isn't a full length book, and it's actually more of a short novella, so it really can be read it in one sitting.
this book was really funny, the main characters were adorable, and even if we don't have a lot of time to know them, the way Jana Austen writes them makes you like them immediately. I felt like I was watching one of those cheesy Christmas movies it was really cute.
I think this is my first book by this author and I can't wait to read the rest of the series and her other books.
I want to start this saying that this isn't a full length book, and it's actually more of a short novella, so it really can be read it in one sitting.
this book was really funny, the main characters were adorable, and even if we don't have a lot of time to know them, the way Jana Austen writes them makes you like them immediately. I felt like I was watching one of those cheesy Christmas movies it was really cute.
I think this is my first book by this author and I can't wait to read the rest of the series and her other books.
crystalg's review against another edition
4.0
i’m such a sucker for “she hates him but he’s been in love with her since day one” tropes
literary_steph's review against another edition
3.0
Well this was a fun Christmas quickie (pun intended 🤭) So why did I knock down a couple of stars? The inner monologue was excessive. I wish there was more interaction/dialogue between Holly Winter and Nick Saint Croix (gotta love the names!) and less inner monologue since we only get Holly’s pov. Also Nick is supposedly a Grinch, a Scrooge, has a coal in place of a heart kind of guy, but you can tell he's totally into her.
But for under 100 pages it was a holly jolly fun of a ride. It definitely screams Christmas spirit and Holly's sisters are hilarious.
18+ 🌶🌶 open door, mild
But for under 100 pages it was a holly jolly fun of a ride. It definitely screams Christmas spirit and Holly's sisters are hilarious.
18+ 🌶🌶 open door, mild
lady_perfictionist's review against another edition
5.0
This book was a great short holiday read with some steamy bits! It’s the perfect romantic Christmas story to help you get into the holiday spirit! Plus who wouldn’t want to read about a work getaway with a sexy boss?!
Very puny with all the Christmas stuff but I love all that corny stuff so it was right up my alley!
Very puny with all the Christmas stuff but I love all that corny stuff so it was right up my alley!
beckyrendon's review against another edition
4.0
Adorable and full of cheer
The Grinch in this book has not just her heart but he can have my Advent calendar too. Lol. I like the Countdown initiated by her sisters and respectful request my own advent calendar. I just don't think they should be sold at the Teddy Bear Cafe.
Sexy, sweet, and full of holiday happiness The Boss Who Stole Christmas is a great way to jump start the holiday season or cling to it with every ounce of strength in your greedy little hands.
The Grinch in this book has not just her heart but he can have my Advent calendar too. Lol. I like the Countdown initiated by her sisters and respectful request my own advent calendar. I just don't think they should be sold at the Teddy Bear Cafe.
Sexy, sweet, and full of holiday happiness The Boss Who Stole Christmas is a great way to jump start the holiday season or cling to it with every ounce of strength in your greedy little hands.
bookish_kristina's review against another edition
3.0
Just ok
This book was just ok. It was a very cutesy Christmas book as I expected and hoped for but there were a few things that just didn’t jive for me with the story.
First, the book was written entirely in the first person from only the FMC’s perspective. This never gave us an opportunity to see anything from the MMC’s point of view which gave the book an overall flat feeling.
Second, the book is supposed to be an enemies to lovers/sunshine vs grump trope but all I really could see was that Holly was mad at her new boss for making her do her job and pushing her to do it better, then rewarding her with a trip to Germany. He didn’t come off as a jerk, ya he was a bit stoic but the only time we see him as a jerk is when she calls him one. Holly was actually the jerk, she lies to him, scowls at him and acts like a spoiled brat. It made no sense that he liked her (and since we never got his perspective we never know why he liked her).
Thirdly, they didn’t seem to have any connection other than lust. There was an opportunity to connect them over their ideals about the toys they sell or the business they work at but it never really got there. It seems like all they wanted was to do dirty things to each, highlighted by the gift she gives him at the end.
There was a lot of opportunity to make this book sweeter and deeper but it missed the mark. The story never fully delivered on its potential, and though it is a novella there was still opportunity to develop something other than lust.
So ya, just ok for me.
This book was just ok. It was a very cutesy Christmas book as I expected and hoped for but there were a few things that just didn’t jive for me with the story.
First, the book was written entirely in the first person from only the FMC’s perspective. This never gave us an opportunity to see anything from the MMC’s point of view which gave the book an overall flat feeling.
Second, the book is supposed to be an enemies to lovers/sunshine vs grump trope but all I really could see was that Holly was mad at her new boss for making her do her job and pushing her to do it better, then rewarding her with a trip to Germany. He didn’t come off as a jerk, ya he was a bit stoic but the only time we see him as a jerk is when she calls him one. Holly was actually the jerk, she lies to him, scowls at him and acts like a spoiled brat. It made no sense that he liked her (and since we never got his perspective we never know why he liked her).
Thirdly, they didn’t seem to have any connection other than lust. There was an opportunity to connect them over their ideals about the toys they sell or the business they work at but it never really got there. It seems like all they wanted was to do dirty things to each, highlighted by the gift she gives him at the end.
There was a lot of opportunity to make this book sweeter and deeper but it missed the mark. The story never fully delivered on its potential, and though it is a novella there was still opportunity to develop something other than lust.
So ya, just ok for me.
ameserole's review
4.0
This was pretty cute.
Definitely got into the holiday spirit while reading The Boss Who Stole Christmas. Now as much as I love this time of year because seriously, it's the best holiday filled with amazing music and movies. BUT I don't think I will ever give my children Christmas-y themed names ya know? Don't think that's in the cards for me because that would require extreme dedication.
Either way, I did enjoy everything about this book. The romance was cute and didn't have any drama. Yeah, the Holly did mess up things a smidge but it wasn't that big of deal. There was no one trying to tear her and Nick a part from one another. Plus it didn't seem like a big deal that these two had amazing chemistry or hooked up with one another. I mean, he is her boss and everything - basically owns his uncles company and she just works there.
Overall, it was definitely cute and I will move onto the second book. Mostly because I really want to know about her little sister and this chef. I can already smell the chemistry from here guys.
Definitely got into the holiday spirit while reading The Boss Who Stole Christmas. Now as much as I love this time of year because seriously, it's the best holiday filled with amazing music and movies. BUT I don't think I will ever give my children Christmas-y themed names ya know? Don't think that's in the cards for me because that would require extreme dedication.
Either way, I did enjoy everything about this book. The romance was cute and didn't have any drama. Yeah, the Holly did mess up things a smidge but it wasn't that big of deal. There was no one trying to tear her and Nick a part from one another. Plus it didn't seem like a big deal that these two had amazing chemistry or hooked up with one another. I mean, he is her boss and everything - basically owns his uncles company and she just works there.
Overall, it was definitely cute and I will move onto the second book. Mostly because I really want to know about her little sister and this chef. I can already smell the chemistry from here guys.
whatshawnareads's review
4.0
The Boss Who Stole Christmas - Really cute and more steamy than I expected from a novella. There's so much Christmas. The pacing felt off and I wish it had been a full length novel instead of a novella. 4 Stars.
Thanks to the author and Candi Kane PR for my copy in exchange for an honest review.
Audio: Erin Mallon narrates all three stories (and it's easy to find the separate stories in the Audible app.) She's not one of my favorite narrators, but I think she's better than most. 4 Stars.
Thanks to the author and Candi Kane PR for my copy in exchange for an honest review.
Audio: Erin Mallon narrates all three stories (and it's easy to find the separate stories in the Audible app.) She's not one of my favorite narrators, but I think she's better than most. 4 Stars.