A review by art_books_chemistry
A Frenemy in Need by Catrina Bell

funny hopeful lighthearted reflective medium-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

Welcome back to Winter Bliss and Perchaz Brother No.2. While Rom gets his HEA, it's time for the misfit to...get arrested? 

Bell weaves a slightly more convoluted version of the classic Hallmark woman-returns-to-small-town-to-find-old-crush-burly-and-running-a-christmas-tree-farm. Hers just might also involve a runaway demon horse, an ornery probation officer, and a gifted shower head. But don't worry, it all ties together perfectly in the end. After all, I said this was a Hallmark movie with demons, right? 

In all seriousness, character development is spot on for both the main characters and they are just the right amount of predictable. Shower scene is 🥵 and well worth the mid book slow burn. I also appreciate the curvy characters in their 30s vs the skinny "perfect" 20-somethings so many romances are about. This story is also about re-finding your "fire" for yourself instead of settling for someone else's. 

All around perfectly funny and cozy holiday read... with demons!

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