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nettiereadsromance's review
4.0
This was my first book by Chelsea Curto and I was so pleasantly surprised by it! I was looking for a Hallmarky holiday read and was surprised by how much I enjoyed this one. It was a sweet slow burn (eventually spiced up!) that I just loved from page 1.
It had some of my fave tropes: grumpy/sunshine, small town and a surprise! single dad (I did not go in knowing he was a single parent).
I especially loved how natural the relationship developed between Bridget and Theo, going from casual store front neighbors to friends to lovers. It was so sweet to see the progression and I loved how she developed the relationship between Bridget and Mac.
My only bone to pick would be how often the word y’all was used. I know Bridget is from and lives in Florida and as someone who lived in Georgia for several years, I have used it myself. But I felt it was just a bit excessive and took me out of the story a few times.
Otherwise, a sweet and spicy romance with low angst! Perfect for a cozy weekend in front of the fire or the holiday decorations
It had some of my fave tropes: grumpy/sunshine, small town and a surprise! single dad (I did not go in knowing he was a single parent).
I especially loved how natural the relationship developed between Bridget and Theo, going from casual store front neighbors to friends to lovers. It was so sweet to see the progression and I loved how she developed the relationship between Bridget and Mac.
My only bone to pick would be how often the word y’all was used. I know Bridget is from and lives in Florida and as someone who lived in Georgia for several years, I have used it myself. But I felt it was just a bit excessive and took me out of the story a few times.
Otherwise, a sweet and spicy romance with low angst! Perfect for a cozy weekend in front of the fire or the holiday decorations
haylsbookshelf's review
It’s official! I will read everything @authorchelseacurto writes
rileyreadsalatte's review
5.0
This book has every single thing a romance loving, book loving person could want! The holiday vibes are immaculate and the raw and open conversations are phenomenal.
yxe_reads's review against another edition
3.0
Kudos to Chelsea Curto for self publishing 3 books in 2022 - definitely not a easy feat!
A very cute Christmas story featuring a grumpy x sunshine trope. I loved Theo and Bridget.
This book felt quite long at times at and some scenes felt a bit drawn out/unnecessary. It was a slow burn that took quite some time, and then we got to the steam - oh boy was there steam!
A very cute Christmas story featuring a grumpy x sunshine trope. I loved Theo and Bridget.
This book felt quite long at times at and some scenes felt a bit drawn out/unnecessary. It was a slow burn that took quite some time, and then we got to the steam - oh boy was there steam!
reefofchaos's review against another edition
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
medium-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
goosegirl23's review against another edition
4.0
One of the better contemporary romances I've read! This slow burn, age gap, sunshine x grumpy book was full of tropes, but they didn't feel too cliche. 4.5/5 stars!!!
dana_yamaguchi's review against another edition
2.0
“I wouldn’t be opposed to getting on my knees for you, Boylston, if that’s where you want me.
But it wouldn’t just be to ask for forgiveness.”
-Theo Gardner, from Booked for the Holidays by Chelsea Curto
But it wouldn’t just be to ask for forgiveness.”
-Theo Gardner, from Booked for the Holidays by Chelsea Curto
cfleming99's review against another edition
emotional
funny
lighthearted
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
5.0