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4.07 AVERAGE
4.07 AVERAGE
i thought this was so cute and wholesome and i loved every second of it!!! very rarely do i read a romance book i don’t cringe while reading at least once and so i can confidently say i loved this so much
4.6⭐️
Where has Catherine Walsh been all my life? I usually wouldn’t give this high of ranking, but this Christmas romance deserves it. Not only did it avoid the easy pit falls of contemporary romances, but it also intertwined found family in such a natural way. I did not want this book to end, and I can’t wait to read more from this author!
- my one and only note is the title doesn’t quite fit the whole story.
Where has Catherine Walsh been all my life? I usually wouldn’t give this high of ranking, but this Christmas romance deserves it. Not only did it avoid the easy pit falls of contemporary romances, but it also intertwined found family in such a natural way. I did not want this book to end, and I can’t wait to read more from this author!
- my one and only note is the title doesn’t quite fit the whole story.
Snowed In is a delightful romantic comedy that will warm your heart and make you laugh out loud. The story follows Megan, who is dreading going home for the holidays, and Christian, who is fed up of being alone every Christmas. When they literally bump into each other in a Dublin pub, they come up with a pact to see them through the holiday season. They’re going to be the very best fake dates for each other, ever. Rules are drawn up, a contract is signed on a wine-stained napkin. They will sit through each other’s family gatherings and be outrageously in love until freed from their annual obligations. After all, it’s only for a few weeks. But with everyone home for the holidays, two big families to deal with alongside old friends, old flames and old feelings, things are bound to get messy. And when a snowed-in cabin and a little Christmas magic are added to the mix, anything could happen…
The book is well-written, with a great plot and relatable characters. The author has done an excellent job of creating a cozy, festive atmosphere that will make you feel like you’re right there with the characters. The dialogue is witty and engaging, and the pacing is perfect. I found myself rooting for Megan and Christian from the very beginning, and I was not disappointed. The chemistry between them is palpable, and their banter is hilarious.
Overall, I would highly recommend Snowed In to anyone looking for a heartwarming, feel-good read. It’s the perfect book to curl up with on a cold winter’s night, and it’s sure to put a smile on your face. I give it 5 stars!
The book is well-written, with a great plot and relatable characters. The author has done an excellent job of creating a cozy, festive atmosphere that will make you feel like you’re right there with the characters. The dialogue is witty and engaging, and the pacing is perfect. I found myself rooting for Megan and Christian from the very beginning, and I was not disappointed. The chemistry between them is palpable, and their banter is hilarious.
Overall, I would highly recommend Snowed In to anyone looking for a heartwarming, feel-good read. It’s the perfect book to curl up with on a cold winter’s night, and it’s sure to put a smile on your face. I give it 5 stars!
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
N/A
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
I didn’t find the romance to be believable. Characters were easily forgettable, everything was so cheesy.
This is a solid 3.5/5, but I couldn't bring myself to round up to 4 stars on my rating. This is my first Catherine Walsh book and I wasn't disappointed! Although you do not need to read Holiday Romance in order to jump into this book, I couldn't help but feel like maybe if I had read it first, I would be more attached to some of these side characters already.
What to Expect
✨Fake dating
✨Holiday romance
✨Small town
✨Runaway bride
✨Protective MMC
What I Liked
It was a great cozy, winter romance. I could see myself curling up with this book on a snowy day in December with hot chocolate and reading it in one sitting. Not easy to get into the Christmas spirit in the middle of October, but it did a very good job.
I liked Christian as an MMC. He was romantic and protective. Going back to their small town, there was a lot to protect Megan from and it made me happy to see Christian jumping into the middle of it, not knowing that it was because he was developing real feelings for his fake girlfriend. It's the best part of any fake-dating trope.
No third-act misunderstanding! Instead, there was a stead climb throughout the book of Megan and Christian's feelings for each other. Even though they fell in love in approx. a week and a half, it seemed natural. Usually, I am opposed to week long insta-love, but I have come to expect it out of holiday books/movies. They can't start their romance any earlier than December and it can't end any later than New Years, so I get it.
What I Didn't Like
I was waiting the whole time for them to actually get "Snowed In" and for some forced proximity to take this romance to a new level. It eventually does, but not until you're 70% through the book and the main characters have already fallen for each other. It does result in some good spicy scenes, but really wasn't what I was expecting with the title of this book.
I do feel like I missed out a little bit by not having read Holiday Romance. The side characters were focused on more than I expected. Not knowing who they were already, I wasn't attached to them, nor did I have a feel for their humor/sarcasm. It threw me off a few times where I felt like they were coming off as kind of mean and uptight (Andrew) because I haven't seen the other side of them or understood their type of banter.
Overall, I would recommend this if you're looking for a quick holiday read. It was fun and cozy.
Thank you to NetGalley and Bookouture for providing me with the early copy in exchange for an honest review. All thoughts and feelings are my own.
What to Expect
✨Fake dating
✨Holiday romance
✨Small town
✨Runaway bride
✨Protective MMC
What I Liked
It was a great cozy, winter romance. I could see myself curling up with this book on a snowy day in December with hot chocolate and reading it in one sitting. Not easy to get into the Christmas spirit in the middle of October, but it did a very good job.
I liked Christian as an MMC. He was romantic and protective. Going back to their small town, there was a lot to protect Megan from and it made me happy to see Christian jumping into the middle of it, not knowing that it was because he was developing real feelings for his fake girlfriend. It's the best part of any fake-dating trope.
No third-act misunderstanding! Instead, there was a stead climb throughout the book of Megan and Christian's feelings for each other. Even though they fell in love in approx. a week and a half, it seemed natural. Usually, I am opposed to week long insta-love, but I have come to expect it out of holiday books/movies. They can't start their romance any earlier than December and it can't end any later than New Years, so I get it.
What I Didn't Like
I was waiting the whole time for them to actually get "Snowed In" and for some forced proximity to take this romance to a new level. It eventually does, but not until you're 70% through the book and the main characters have already fallen for each other. It does result in some good spicy scenes, but really wasn't what I was expecting with the title of this book.
I do feel like I missed out a little bit by not having read Holiday Romance. The side characters were focused on more than I expected. Not knowing who they were already, I wasn't attached to them, nor did I have a feel for their humor/sarcasm. It threw me off a few times where I felt like they were coming off as kind of mean and uptight (Andrew) because I haven't seen the other side of them or understood their type of banter.
Overall, I would recommend this if you're looking for a quick holiday read. It was fun and cozy.
Thank you to NetGalley and Bookouture for providing me with the early copy in exchange for an honest review. All thoughts and feelings are my own.
a cute, cozy winter read! this trope never gets old
Ilyen egy aranyos karácsonyi romantikus. Az mondjuk még számomra is rejtély, hogy miért a duológia 2. részével kezdtem, de nem mintha ez annyit számítana ezeknél a romantikusoknál.
ok cute now i have to devour every possible holiday romcom i can get my hands on