A review by bookobsessedmommy
A Jingle Bell Mingle by Sierra Simone, Julie Murphy

emotional funny hopeful lighthearted reflective sad medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? No
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

5.0

 Sunny and Isaac are both in a creative rutt, but start to find their groove, sexually and artistically, as they share a mansion in the idyllic town of Christmas Notch. They are perfect for each other, but they're struggling to see a future through their fear and grief. I loved both of these characters so much. How filthy they were and how caring they were. Isaac is completely obsessed with Sunny and Sunny is incredibly patient. I love how committed they are to the Christmas Miracle and the way everything comes full circle. Getting the bonus scenes with Teddy were really cute, so we get to see the whole motley crew. True to form, the story is sex positive and queer normative. The 3rd act conflict is a little ridiculous but it's all in good fun in the spirit of a Hallmark movie. This book is so hot and simultaneously sweet, and I want to know this nutty cast of porn stars and pop idols in real life. I will read everything these ladies write.