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A review by thebritishbibliophile
There's Something About Merry by Codi Hall
4.0
'There's just something special about Christmas in July, and Codi gives all the festive feels with this delightful novel' -TheBritishBiliophile
Thank you to Sourcebooks Casablanca for providing me with the ebook Advanced Readers Copy via NetGalley for me to read and leave an honest review.
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I'm back in the world of Codi Hall, and what a wonderful place it is! I was first introduced to her work when the kind people at Sourcebook sent me a stack of paperbacks this time last year, and her book Nick And Noel's Christmas Playlist was among them. I was immediately won over by the sweet, holiday romance that Nick and Noel were wrapped up in, so the moment I knew there would be another book in the series, it was a no brainer that I knew I had to read that, too.
Both books are standalones in their own right, but they are set in the same town/world as each other. Featuring some familiar faces in this one that we saw in Nick and Noel's Christmas Playlist .
This novel has already been released in audiobook format so if you're a fan of that and of Codi, I highly suggest you grab it and treat yourself to a little bit of early festive spirit and one hell of a good story. Don't wait for the weekend, this is a read (or rather, audiobook) that's weekday worthy.
Codi Hall writes a charming, wholesome and sweet holiday romance that everyone can enjoy and pick up. There's Something About Merry is an irresistible single dad romance read, full of heart-warming romantic moments that will have you full-on swooning. Not to mention the magic of the holiday season healing things for both the characters in the book and us as readers. I always feel good and whole again after a truly feel-good holiday romance, and this novel was the medicine I needed.
But..., will this single dad be able to lower his barrier enough to let love in? And will Merry--scared to love--be able to do the same? One little man and the help of and flirting anonymously over a dating app will help them get the kickstart they need to a holiday Happily Ever After.
Praise has to be given to Codi for diving deeper into the pleasure pit compared to Nick and Noel's Christmas Playlist' . The first standalone book in this series was PG and suitable for all audiences--which is not a bad thing, as it's nice to take a break from the steam every now and then--, but this novel goes a little bit further. Without spoiling anything, I definitely appreciated the feedback taken into consideration from those of us who wanted a little added seasonal spice. Would I have liked full spice? It's hard to say. The story in itself lends no need for in-bedroom activities, there's plenty to keep us entertained and happy without that need. Plus if this is Codi's go-to chosen style to keep things slightly more on the PG side and write wholesome holiday romance, it has to be and is understood at least by myself.
That said, I fell deeper into this world and the inhabitants with it. Clark is definitely someone I could see myself dating in real life, and Merry would be THE friend to go to if ever you needed both an ear to speak to/shoulder to cry on, as well as a hard-working, best friend for life. These two were written fantastically for one another, and I can honestly say that I just love, love, love their story and how they got to the point where the dating app ends, and THEY begin. Again, no spoilers of how that happens but it was great to read how the dots connected.
(Also, side-note, Merry's parents are just the sweetest!)
If you're looking for the perfect Christmas read to dive into when you're in the flavour for something festive, or if you'd like to inject a little Merryment (wink wink) at any point of the year, this is the novel for you!
I heartily give it 4.75 stars, and sincerely hope that I can add this to my Nick and Noel's Christmas Playlist paperback on my bookcase, this upcoming holiday season!
Thank you Codi for a truly delightful read!
Thank you to Sourcebooks Casablanca for providing me with the ebook Advanced Readers Copy via NetGalley for me to read and leave an honest review.
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I'm back in the world of Codi Hall, and what a wonderful place it is! I was first introduced to her work when the kind people at Sourcebook sent me a stack of paperbacks this time last year, and her book Nick And Noel's Christmas Playlist was among them. I was immediately won over by the sweet, holiday romance that Nick and Noel were wrapped up in, so the moment I knew there would be another book in the series, it was a no brainer that I knew I had to read that, too.
Both books are standalones in their own right, but they are set in the same town/world as each other. Featuring some familiar faces in this one that we saw in Nick and Noel's Christmas Playlist .
This novel has already been released in audiobook format so if you're a fan of that and of Codi, I highly suggest you grab it and treat yourself to a little bit of early festive spirit and one hell of a good story. Don't wait for the weekend, this is a read (or rather, audiobook) that's weekday worthy.
Codi Hall writes a charming, wholesome and sweet holiday romance that everyone can enjoy and pick up. There's Something About Merry is an irresistible single dad romance read, full of heart-warming romantic moments that will have you full-on swooning. Not to mention the magic of the holiday season healing things for both the characters in the book and us as readers. I always feel good and whole again after a truly feel-good holiday romance, and this novel was the medicine I needed.
But..., will this single dad be able to lower his barrier enough to let love in? And will Merry--scared to love--be able to do the same? One little man and the help of and flirting anonymously over a dating app will help them get the kickstart they need to a holiday Happily Ever After.
Praise has to be given to Codi for diving deeper into the pleasure pit compared to Nick and Noel's Christmas Playlist' . The first standalone book in this series was PG and suitable for all audiences--which is not a bad thing, as it's nice to take a break from the steam every now and then--, but this novel goes a little bit further. Without spoiling anything, I definitely appreciated the feedback taken into consideration from those of us who wanted a little added seasonal spice. Would I have liked full spice? It's hard to say. The story in itself lends no need for in-bedroom activities, there's plenty to keep us entertained and happy without that need. Plus if this is Codi's go-to chosen style to keep things slightly more on the PG side and write wholesome holiday romance, it has to be and is understood at least by myself.
That said, I fell deeper into this world and the inhabitants with it. Clark is definitely someone I could see myself dating in real life, and Merry would be THE friend to go to if ever you needed both an ear to speak to/shoulder to cry on, as well as a hard-working, best friend for life. These two were written fantastically for one another, and I can honestly say that I just love, love, love their story and how they got to the point where the dating app ends, and THEY begin. Again, no spoilers of how that happens but it was great to read how the dots connected.
(Also, side-note, Merry's parents are just the sweetest!)
If you're looking for the perfect Christmas read to dive into when you're in the flavour for something festive, or if you'd like to inject a little Merryment (wink wink) at any point of the year, this is the novel for you!
I heartily give it 4.75 stars, and sincerely hope that I can add this to my Nick and Noel's Christmas Playlist paperback on my bookcase, this upcoming holiday season!
Thank you Codi for a truly delightful read!