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A review by undercoverbooksatl
Mistletoe and Mishigas by M.A. Wardell
emotional
funny
hopeful
informative
inspiring
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
Mistletoe and Mishigas was holiday magic with a queer twist, and everything I didn’t know I needed in a holiday story. It’s funny, heartwarming, and full of family chaos that feels real.
What really made this book stand out for me was the queer love story at its heart. It’s not just a side plot—it’s THE story—and it’s handled with so much care and authenticity. Seeing LGBTQ+ characters find love, acceptance, and their place in both their families and their communities during the holidays gave me all the feels. It’s refreshing and so, so needed.
The humor was also spot-on, with just enough mishigas to keep things interesting. And the characters? Total gems. They’re messy, lovable, and so easy to root for. Especially Theo -- I want to wrap this man up in a big hug and cuddle the life out of him.
If you want a holiday read that’s cozy, inclusive, and full of laughs, this is it. It’s the kind of book that leaves you smiling long after you’ve turned the last page.
This wonderful book has:
- found family
- grumpy x sunshine
- work place romance
- fake dating
- queer acceptance
Spice level was slowwwwww, but oooo baby was it delicious.
🌶️ 🌶️ 🌶️ 🌶️
What really made this book stand out for me was the queer love story at its heart. It’s not just a side plot—it’s THE story—and it’s handled with so much care and authenticity. Seeing LGBTQ+ characters find love, acceptance, and their place in both their families and their communities during the holidays gave me all the feels. It’s refreshing and so, so needed.
The humor was also spot-on, with just enough mishigas to keep things interesting. And the characters? Total gems. They’re messy, lovable, and so easy to root for. Especially Theo -- I want to wrap this man up in a big hug and cuddle the life out of him.
If you want a holiday read that’s cozy, inclusive, and full of laughs, this is it. It’s the kind of book that leaves you smiling long after you’ve turned the last page.
This wonderful book has:
- found family
- grumpy x sunshine
- work place romance
- fake dating
- queer acceptance
Spice level was slowwwwww, but oooo baby was it delicious.
🌶️ 🌶️ 🌶️ 🌶️
Content Warnings
Minor: Homophobia, Panic attacks/disorders, Grief, Abandonment, and War