desertbookworm's review
funny
lighthearted
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.0
This was an engaging read for me, and I’m not usually a fan of the friends-to-lovers trope. To do it well, the author has to convincingly show (1) why they have been friends for so long without more and (2) a triggering event that changes their dynamic. I don’t think the author explained either particularly persuasively, but if you like this trope you will probably enjoy the book. It is almost entirely first person POV with the female main character, but she has a good voice. It’s a very cozy book to read when it’s cold outside, as there are lots of rapturous explanations of cold weather and holidays, etc. It made me wish I was reading it while in a cabin next to a crackling fire with snow lightly falling outside.
ghostlycreature's review against another edition
emotional
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
3.5
itsanaeav's review
emotional
funny
inspiring
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
nicholesreadingnook's review
emotional
hopeful
lighthearted
relaxing
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? N/A
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.75
whiptostic's review against another edition
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
This was a super cute, classic Holiday romance. I loved their friendship, and I loved watching it blossom into their relationship. I hope we get more stories with the town they were funny.
charlotteebarker's review against another edition
emotional
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
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? It's complicated
4.5
luula1207's review
funny
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
awedge0518's review against another edition
5.0
I’m not gonna lie I absolutely loved every second of this