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firestarter95's review against another edition
emotional
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
reflective
relaxing
medium-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
4.0
Minor: Homophobia, Racism, and Transphobia
prismaticcroissant's review against another edition
emotional
funny
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.5
Minor: Deadnaming, Homophobia, Racism, and Transphobia
Old southern grandma acts as you would expect with brief mentions of transphobia, homophobia, and racialized stereotyping. The behavior is called out and not tolerated. Very minor plot point but worth noting.tofugal's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
This book is hands down my favorite sapphic Christmas book. It also cemented falling-for-my-fake-boyfriend’s-sister as my top romance trope. I loved Fiona and the entire McElroy family (with the exception of the grandmother because she can eff right off). The whole dynamic was so wholesome, with lots of good natured sibling ribbing, hilarious competitions, and so much warmth and love. I particularly loved the snowball fight, which was definitely my favorite chapter. The romance was a delicious slow burn and the eventual reveal was satisfying and handled well. Only one spicy scene, but it was well worth the wait. I only wish there was a follow up novella about Fiona and Lizzie returning to visit the family the following Christmas.
I received an advanced copy from the publisher and am voluntarily leaving this review.
Minor: Homophobia, Racism, and Transphobia
The grandmother is racist, homophobic, and transphobic, but her behavior is challenged by other characters on the page.annieundomielf's review against another edition
funny
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Loveable characters? Yes
3.25
this is a fun read and hopefully its wiggled me out of my new year slump! did anyone else think Michael was gay the entire time though?? just me?
Minor: Homophobia, Racism, and Transphobia
kassiereadsbooks's review
funny
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.25
Minor: Homophobia, Transphobia, and Outing
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