loulou87 's review for:

The Geek Who Saved Christmas by Annabeth Albert
4.0

4.5 stars!!!

Oh what a delightfully festive, romantic book this was.


Annabeth Albert outdid herself with this book imo. I finished it in one sitting and I had the biggest smile on my face while reading it.


Q&A!!!


Q: Festive and romantic? What a great combo! What tropes are there in this book?

A: Grumpy-sunshine<-- #YesPlease
Neighbors to Friends to lovers <--- #Swoon
Opposites Attract<-- #HeartEyes
And both MCs are in their FORTIES! #ImMature


Q: Oh mature MCs! How exciting! What else? Tell me more... What about the characters?
A: Ok! Let's start with Gideon... the eternally sunshiny man, who's all about planning and festivities. He's helpful and peppy, warm and full of energy. He's a true ray of sunshine that manages to shine through Paul's gray sky. #ClearSky


On the other hand, we have Paul who is the eternal grump! He's basically a hot silver fox of a Grinch, and he could not be more different than Gideon. he's also lonely, missing his brother who he raised and only has the company of his lovable dog. That is, until Gideon comes in a whirlwind of tinsel and Christmas cheer. #JustWhatINeeded


Aww this sounds adorable! What else?
A: Gideon and Paul bond over special plans, where Gideon helps Paul decorate his house for Christmas and his brother's visit. They become closer and closer, neither of them completely understanding and trusting how they shift from acquaintances to friends and more. They kind of have hiccups along the way, some lack of communication that's never frustrating but cute, and some romantic moments that will put a smile on your face. #WhereHaveYouBeenAllMyLife


Q: I can't wait! Steam-o-meter?
A: Steamy! These guys are in their forties, in their prime and it's hot AF to play voyeur to their bedroom antics. #PantiesWentPoof


Q: Angst-o-meter?
A: Low angst because COME ON it's a holiday book! Gideon helping Paul and Paul doting on Gideon and keeping him warm and snug... #MyHeart


Q: I know it's a silly question but... HEA?
A: Well naturally there is one. And it's #SwoonyAF