A review by so_many_books
Christmas Beau by Amy Aislin

funny lighthearted fast-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? No
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? No

4.75

An adorable, lighthearted Christmas story set in a small town obsessed with Christmas.

Christmas Beau is part of the multi-author series, Christmas Falls, and brings all the hallmark holiday romance vibes. I enjoyed Scott and Hank's sweet story immensely smiling all the way, except when I shed a few tears of bittersweet joy.

This romance is quick and cute with very little angst, a lot of humour, doggy play dates, and heartwarming holiday moments. If you need something lighthearted for the season, this is the book for you.

Scott and Hank have been crushing on each other from afar for a long time. Then life, but mostly the holiday activities of Christmas Falls, keep putting them in each other's paths. They just fit from the very first moment as friends, and though none of them are too sure about trying for a relationship any time soon, their feelings don't lie.

I loved both main characters. Scott is this adorable single-dad who doesn't take life too seriously and always has a smile for everyone. He also does not have a brain-to-mouth filter, which makes his crush on Hank hilarious when he keeps blurting out all his thoughts.
Hank's character is a bit more stoic at the beginning, but it's quickly revealed that he's a softy. He has three dogs named after queer hockey players. He makes homemade dog treats as a side hustle. And he has a soft spot for adorable sunshine-y guys.

They shared several sweet moments together, which usually included their dogs or Scott's son, Teddy, in some capacity. The dogs and Teddy obviously ratcheted up the cuteness factor, and I literally felt like I was inside a holiday rom-com.

This holiday romance was what I needed to wind down after work and get into the holiday spirit.
Highly recommend.

*I received a complimentary copy of this book to share my honest review.*