syzygi's review against another edition
2.0
Meh
It started out nice and christmassy, which was exactly what I was after. About half way in, the books just turned into mush and not in a good way either. It turned completely predictable and the "twists and turns" where too expected. I recommend half the book, then just make up an ending for yourself.
It started out nice and christmassy, which was exactly what I was after. About half way in, the books just turned into mush and not in a good way either. It turned completely predictable and the "twists and turns" where too expected. I recommend half the book, then just make up an ending for yourself.
emmasbates98's review against another edition
emotional
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
reflective
relaxing
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
3.5
sarahs89's review against another edition
3.0
Nice feel good book but somewhat predictable. Although set at Christmas, this book didn’t give me the Christmas feelings.
scotsbookworm's review against another edition
3.0
Took a while for me to get into the story, I didn’t pick it up for a few days as it was slow to start but once I got into it I enjoyed it.
A lovey festive read with the usual romance but this has a couple of twists along the way and a twist from Sarah’s past that I didn’t expect.
A lovey festive read with the usual romance but this has a couple of twists along the way and a twist from Sarah’s past that I didn’t expect.
zooloo1983's review
5.0
This book has made me want to fly out to Canada and get my skis on! It made me miss not going out this ski season! Every breathtaking description of the snow, the sounds, beautiful views and the magical tranquillity is spot on and I’ve done many seasons, all in all, you feel like you are there! It is the best feeling on a mountaintop, however, this is isn’t the story here!
I did love that Sam, from the Wedding Date, was in this book and her mum Ruth who is a blast, any scene with her in just had me in stitches!! And Jake. It was nice they were in it but that didn’t take over, just like Sarah in the Wedding date.
This story focuses on Sarah, her past and the delectable and grumpy Will with all his secrets! So Zara, made me get something in my eye…again…and I read her book again in the car! So had to do a bit of furious blinking so no one saw me! I could relate to Sarah’s frustrations when dealing with the grumpy man Will, being married to a grumpy one it’s a daily frustration and her reactions….well they were the same as mine!
I loved that she went over to Canada, to the save Shooting Star mountain resort and to deal with her heartbreaking past. Trying to resolve her inner conflict and her dark past, when you find out what it was, well it was quite dark and I was quite surprised, but things aren’t quite what they seem and the resolution made me quite frankly cry. I didn’t see it coming and it shows there are two sides to every story.
So Will and Sarah, they are just cute, they worked even if they both deny themselves. Of course, it wouldn’t be a romance novel if we didn’t have the perceived deceit and the miscommunication. For me, this was the perfect Christmas feel-good book! Maybe because it was set in a snowy country in a beautiful lodge on Christmas!! Sarah and Sams dynamic was hilarious at the beginning as Sarah writes an email to Mr Grumpy pants and then sends it without meaning to, this starting off a catalyst of events. Sam, quiet and shy demeanour works so well with Sarah her loud and brash, disorganised demeanour. My friends would agree I am more like Sarah than I care to admit!!
My second book for Zara and I am so glad I have got to read this. She has won me over with her writing and storytelling so much so I am going to be keeping an eye out for her future endeavours and check out the back catalogue!
I love stories that have a happy ending and a feel-good factor all with beautiful scenery and this is what Zara accomplishes here. She leaves you with a smile on your face and hope in your heart.
I did love that Sam, from the Wedding Date, was in this book and her mum Ruth who is a blast, any scene with her in just had me in stitches!! And Jake. It was nice they were in it but that didn’t take over, just like Sarah in the Wedding date.
This story focuses on Sarah, her past and the delectable and grumpy Will with all his secrets! So Zara, made me get something in my eye…again…and I read her book again in the car! So had to do a bit of furious blinking so no one saw me! I could relate to Sarah’s frustrations when dealing with the grumpy man Will, being married to a grumpy one it’s a daily frustration and her reactions….well they were the same as mine!
I loved that she went over to Canada, to the save Shooting Star mountain resort and to deal with her heartbreaking past. Trying to resolve her inner conflict and her dark past, when you find out what it was, well it was quite dark and I was quite surprised, but things aren’t quite what they seem and the resolution made me quite frankly cry. I didn’t see it coming and it shows there are two sides to every story.
So Will and Sarah, they are just cute, they worked even if they both deny themselves. Of course, it wouldn’t be a romance novel if we didn’t have the perceived deceit and the miscommunication. For me, this was the perfect Christmas feel-good book! Maybe because it was set in a snowy country in a beautiful lodge on Christmas!! Sarah and Sams dynamic was hilarious at the beginning as Sarah writes an email to Mr Grumpy pants and then sends it without meaning to, this starting off a catalyst of events. Sam, quiet and shy demeanour works so well with Sarah her loud and brash, disorganised demeanour. My friends would agree I am more like Sarah than I care to admit!!
My second book for Zara and I am so glad I have got to read this. She has won me over with her writing and storytelling so much so I am going to be keeping an eye out for her future endeavours and check out the back catalogue!
I love stories that have a happy ending and a feel-good factor all with beautiful scenery and this is what Zara accomplishes here. She leaves you with a smile on your face and hope in your heart.
jessbookishlife's review
4.0
This is the first Zara Stoneley's book that I've read and it was such and adventure. I sometimes don't feel like reading a RomCom, because I have to be in the mood, but when I read the blurb and saw the Christmas-y touch, I know I had to read this book and celebrate the release day with my honest review.
That been said, it was a love story, but it was also this fun journey with so much humor and funny moments between characters that it made the book enjoyable to read. The kind of book I would read anytime after a long tiring day, in bed with Nala (my cat) as a my reading companion, and some warm blankets around me. And that's what I did, actually.
Despite all the fun I had with the interactions between Sarah and all the other characters (especially Will), there was some mysteries and twist and turns that made the book unexpected and not just a romance comedy. And that unexpected element of the book was what made me even more intrigued.
So, yeah... It was a book about love, loss, searching for ourselves, our happiness, but it was also this interactive book in a way. Sarah was relatable and real character that made me feel like I was involved in the story. Well... the author's writing style was what made it possible for me to get involved in the book and story, and really cheer for the characters and wonder about their secrets and their future.
Do I recommend the book? Yes! Let's start this Christmas-y adventure and by doing that, let's get more Christmas related book... and more of Zara Stoneley's books so I can laugh some more, and fall in love with the stories and characters like I did in this novel.
[I want to thank Rachel, at Rachel’s Random Resources, and Zara for the eCopy of this book and for allowing me to join in the fun and by being a part of the blog tour with my honest review of the book.]
That been said, it was a love story, but it was also this fun journey with so much humor and funny moments between characters that it made the book enjoyable to read. The kind of book I would read anytime after a long tiring day, in bed with Nala (my cat) as a my reading companion, and some warm blankets around me. And that's what I did, actually.
Despite all the fun I had with the interactions between Sarah and all the other characters (especially Will), there was some mysteries and twist and turns that made the book unexpected and not just a romance comedy. And that unexpected element of the book was what made me even more intrigued.
So, yeah... It was a book about love, loss, searching for ourselves, our happiness, but it was also this interactive book in a way. Sarah was relatable and real character that made me feel like I was involved in the story. Well... the author's writing style was what made it possible for me to get involved in the book and story, and really cheer for the characters and wonder about their secrets and their future.
Do I recommend the book? Yes! Let's start this Christmas-y adventure and by doing that, let's get more Christmas related book... and more of Zara Stoneley's books so I can laugh some more, and fall in love with the stories and characters like I did in this novel.
[I want to thank Rachel, at Rachel’s Random Resources, and Zara for the eCopy of this book and for allowing me to join in the fun and by being a part of the blog tour with my honest review of the book.]
myyorkshirelitmosphere's review
5.0
Who doesn’t love a good Christmas story? !
Well this one is an adorable compliment to the festive season - definitely something to read curled up under a blanket with a hot chocolate ☕️
The main character, Sarah, is a fiesty independent girl who runs a travel shop. She prides herself on giving people the perfect holiday - so when she starts getting negative reviews for the perfect Christmas resort, Shooting Star Mountain, there is only one think to do! Visit the resort herself and find out just what the owner, Will Armstrong is doing wrong!
The story itself is full of love, laughter and christmas spirit. Will christmas be saved and can the characters fix the past for a better future just in time for the magical day?
I absolutely loved this book. Its so cute and fluffy and had just the right amount of drama/love and adventure that made it a joy to read. I can honestly say if this doesn’t put you in the mood for christmas and maybe some mistletoe, then you really are the grinch!
Well this one is an adorable compliment to the festive season - definitely something to read curled up under a blanket with a hot chocolate ☕️
The main character, Sarah, is a fiesty independent girl who runs a travel shop. She prides herself on giving people the perfect holiday - so when she starts getting negative reviews for the perfect Christmas resort, Shooting Star Mountain, there is only one think to do! Visit the resort herself and find out just what the owner, Will Armstrong is doing wrong!
The story itself is full of love, laughter and christmas spirit. Will christmas be saved and can the characters fix the past for a better future just in time for the magical day?
I absolutely loved this book. Its so cute and fluffy and had just the right amount of drama/love and adventure that made it a joy to read. I can honestly say if this doesn’t put you in the mood for christmas and maybe some mistletoe, then you really are the grinch!
toofondofbooks's review against another edition
3.0
No One Cancels Christmas is about travel agent Sarah who is sad to see complaints about her favourite Christmas holiday resort – The Shooting Star Mountain Resort and resolves to do something about it. The new owner, Will, seems to be be unwilling to listen to Sarah so she decides she has to do something herself to turn it around.
This book opens with Sarah sending a series of stroppy emails to Will, one by accident, and this was very amusing. I was keen to see what would happen when Sarah decides to go to the resort to confront Will in person.
This novel wasn’t as full-on festive as I was hoping it would be but there are Christmas things sprinkled throughout. Initially the resort is really sad and tired, there is no sign of Christmas being near but Sarah throws herself into bringing the holiday season to Shooting Star and as she begins to work her magic the Christmas spirit begins to shine through the pages.
I liked that there was more depth to this novel than it just being a Christmas romance. Sarah was abandoned by her parents at Shooting Star resort as a young child and ended up living with her aunt so she has unresolved pain to work through. Will has his demons too and gradually we find out exactly what happened to each of them.
All in all this was a lovely novel to read near Christmas and I would recommend it. It’s definitely fun and romantic, and there’s lots of snow!
This review was originally posted on my blog https://rathertoofondofbooks.com
This book opens with Sarah sending a series of stroppy emails to Will, one by accident, and this was very amusing. I was keen to see what would happen when Sarah decides to go to the resort to confront Will in person.
This novel wasn’t as full-on festive as I was hoping it would be but there are Christmas things sprinkled throughout. Initially the resort is really sad and tired, there is no sign of Christmas being near but Sarah throws herself into bringing the holiday season to Shooting Star and as she begins to work her magic the Christmas spirit begins to shine through the pages.
I liked that there was more depth to this novel than it just being a Christmas romance. Sarah was abandoned by her parents at Shooting Star resort as a young child and ended up living with her aunt so she has unresolved pain to work through. Will has his demons too and gradually we find out exactly what happened to each of them.
All in all this was a lovely novel to read near Christmas and I would recommend it. It’s definitely fun and romantic, and there’s lots of snow!
This review was originally posted on my blog https://rathertoofondofbooks.com
shann_reads_'s review against another edition
4.0
For a romantic read, I actually really enjoyed this book! There's a good amount of drama, humour and upset to counteract all the lovey dovey stuff!!
Two people who have let the past hurt their future finally let go and truly be themselves... Falling into each others arms in the meantime!!
Two people who have let the past hurt their future finally let go and truly be themselves... Falling into each others arms in the meantime!!
liloreadsstories's review against another edition
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
relaxing
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
3.75