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kebreads's review against another edition
4.0
I really enjoyed this story.
Content: clean - passionate kissing
Content: clean - passionate kissing
lolovesbooks3's review against another edition
4.0
This had some funny and sweet moments. I could definitely relate to Jilly’s over thinking / anxiety and overall I liked both of the main characters. I’m still not completely sure why Case went from being such a grump to being such a squish, but that’s okay. It just wasn’t very well explained IMO.
rosie_morley's review against another edition
5.0
This is the perfect book of you are looking for a good read it’s cozy and relaxing and beautiful thr plot is very interesting as it talks about how it’s hard to work in a male dominated job it also talks bout different tropes
emileereadsbooks's review against another edition
4.5
Jillian is a location scout for a small movie studio. She is headed to Sheet Cake, Texas to check it out. But for some reason the grumpy and gorgeous executive, Case, is coming with her. Which makes her nervous and kind of excited. When her car breaks down, it kicks off Case actually talking to her and them getting to know one another. Could Case not be the man she had him pegged as? Could their relationship be not strictly professional?
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I love a good forced proximity book! These two have a lot of layers to peel back, and I don't know how Emma St Clair does it, but in this short novella she give the character development room to breathe and progress. I loved how Case got better and better as the book went along. And of course there is the characteristic hilarious animal scene in an Emma book that had me snickering out loud.
A fun Christmas-y novella set in the world of Sheet Cake, but can be read as a stand alone.
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This is a closed door, kisses only rom com.
Thanks to the author for the free audiobook! All opinions are my own.
thisbookishmom's review against another edition
4.0
Sheet Cake! Love this little town. I really enjoyed all the silly situations, Case’s romantic gestures, and the kisses. It was definitely a cute one!
I do feel like the pacing of the romance was a little off, but it’s a novella and that’s very hard to get perfect when there’s not much time to develop a relationship.
I do feel like the pacing of the romance was a little off, but it’s a novella and that’s very hard to get perfect when there’s not much time to develop a relationship.
tn_bibliophile's review against another edition
5.0
Jillian has the great idea to move her company's filmy to the charming town of Sheet Cake. She schedules a visit to check it out, and at the last minute gets a call to pick up her coworker, Case. Jillian is afraid that Case trying to take credit for her idea. After a broken down car, sharing a condo, and Fabio, Jillian and Case get to know each other.
This is a fun Christmas novella. It's packed full of the humor and romance Emma is known for. I loved being back in Sheet Cake and seeing some of my favorite characters! Case having IBS made him seem more real and human to me. I loved that addition, and I loved that Jillian loved butter so much. She's a girl after my own heart!
*This is a sweet clean novella
This is a fun Christmas novella. It's packed full of the humor and romance Emma is known for. I loved being back in Sheet Cake and seeing some of my favorite characters! Case having IBS made him seem more real and human to me. I loved that addition, and I loved that Jillian loved butter so much. She's a girl after my own heart!
*This is a sweet clean novella
smalltownbookmom's review against another edition
4.0
I adored this age-gap, forced proximity, workplace Christmas novella! I haven't read any of the other books in this series (YET!) but that didn't detract from my enjoyment as this definitely worked as a standalone.
I loved the banter and chemistry between the MCs and REALLY enjoyed the IBS and anxiety rep! For a novella this book really packed a satisfying punch and put a giant smile on my face. Releasing this on both audio and print/ebook was such a delightful Christmas present from Indie romance author Emma St. Clair!
I loved the banter and chemistry between the MCs and REALLY enjoyed the IBS and anxiety rep! For a novella this book really packed a satisfying punch and put a giant smile on my face. Releasing this on both audio and print/ebook was such a delightful Christmas present from Indie romance author Emma St. Clair!
rusticreadingal's review against another edition
5.0
This was so much fun! I've read quite a few grumpy/sunshine books lately, but this has to be one of the best.
Case and Jilly's banter was hilarious. They had me laughing pretty much from beginning to end. I loved getting to know Case. I liked seeing him open up and getting a glimpse of who he really was behind all that grumpiness. Jilly's anxiety and tendency to think up solutions to worst-case scenarios was so relatable. Is that weird to relate to? I don't know, but it's good to be prepared for everyday things like quicksand and bear attacks.
This is the perfect story if you're looking for a hilarious holiday read. I can't recommend it highly enough!
Case and Jilly's banter was hilarious. They had me laughing pretty much from beginning to end. I loved getting to know Case. I liked seeing him open up and getting a glimpse of who he really was behind all that grumpiness. Jilly's anxiety and tendency to think up solutions to worst-case scenarios was so relatable. Is that weird to relate to? I don't know, but it's good to be prepared for everyday things like quicksand and bear attacks.
This is the perfect story if you're looking for a hilarious holiday read. I can't recommend it highly enough!
melissasbookshelf's review against another edition
5.0
Emma St. Clair has done it again! Another fabulous, funny, sweet romcom that made me laugh, swoon, and sigh with contentment. Loved returning to Sheet Cake, Texas with new faces and some old favorites.
This book had all the essential elements of a great romcom packed into a quick read novella:
*Road trip
*Characters with relatable issues
*Long time crush
*Swoony kisses
*Endearing animals including a raging ram named Fabio whose antics made me spit my drink
*Workplace romance
*Grumpy/sunshine
*Small age gap
*Small town
*Fun side characters
Loved Jilly & Case! It was so fun reading solely from Jillian’s perspective. She’s funny, knows all the romantic tropes, and is a bit anxious. I loved watching her misperceptions of Case change right along with us. Case appears to be a stuffy, grumpy film exec. Jilly’s had a crush on for several years. But, underneath that gruff, well-groomed exterior is a funny, sweet, thoughtful guy whom you can’t help but love.
During their short time in Sheet Cake scouting for a film shoot, these two get to know each other extremely well, including Jilly’s love for butter, and Case’s digestive issues. As they get ever closer together, and Case reveals his attraction for Jilly, she can’t help but wonder if this is all real, especially when Case appears to be suspiciously on his phone a lot. Is this an attempt to sabotage her or is her long time crush about to become a real relationship?
This is definitely one romcom you’ll want to pick up! While it’s set during Christmas time, it’s really inconsequential to the story. This book could honestly be read any time of the year. I loved the banter, dancing, romantic kisses, and hilarious situations the characters find themselves in. I received an advanced complimentary copy from the author. All opinions are my own and I was not required to provide a positive review.
This book had all the essential elements of a great romcom packed into a quick read novella:
*Road trip
*Characters with relatable issues
*Long time crush
*Swoony kisses
*Endearing animals including a raging ram named Fabio whose antics made me spit my drink
*Workplace romance
*Grumpy/sunshine
*Small age gap
*Small town
*Fun side characters
Loved Jilly & Case! It was so fun reading solely from Jillian’s perspective. She’s funny, knows all the romantic tropes, and is a bit anxious. I loved watching her misperceptions of Case change right along with us. Case appears to be a stuffy, grumpy film exec. Jilly’s had a crush on for several years. But, underneath that gruff, well-groomed exterior is a funny, sweet, thoughtful guy whom you can’t help but love.
During their short time in Sheet Cake scouting for a film shoot, these two get to know each other extremely well, including Jilly’s love for butter, and Case’s digestive issues. As they get ever closer together, and Case reveals his attraction for Jilly, she can’t help but wonder if this is all real, especially when Case appears to be suspiciously on his phone a lot. Is this an attempt to sabotage her or is her long time crush about to become a real relationship?
This is definitely one romcom you’ll want to pick up! While it’s set during Christmas time, it’s really inconsequential to the story. This book could honestly be read any time of the year. I loved the banter, dancing, romantic kisses, and hilarious situations the characters find themselves in. I received an advanced complimentary copy from the author. All opinions are my own and I was not required to provide a positive review.
bookishkenyannerd's review against another edition
4.0
Jilly was so relatable. She was a fan of romance both in books and movies but as cynical as they come about real life