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A review by emileereadsbooks
All's Fair in Love and Christmas by Sarah Monzon
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
4.25
Thanks to Netgalley and Bethany House Fiction for the gifted book. All opinions are my own.
Each Christmas season, Mackenzie's workplace goes all out for the holiday and someone gets promoted. And generally it's the person with the most Christmas spirit. Mackenzie never imagined with her social anxiety she's been up for the promotion, but extenuating circumstances have her battling with tinsel and holly with her unrequited office crush, Jeremy, for the position.
Jeremy is one of those people with a life plan. And this promotion is a pivotal part of his next steps. He needs the raise to support his twin niece and nephew, of whom he is guardian. But Mackenzie, who he didn't previously pay much attention to, is worming her way into his thoughts as he appreciates her quirky personality.
They each are fighting for a promotion, but perhaps their hearts are on the line as well.
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Mackenzie is so relatable. Her little quips about how she feels interacting with others made me feel seen many times. And Jeremy is so swoony! I love a confident man who can support a partner in every aspect of life.
Plus, I love how capable Mackenzie is. I feel like sometimes the quirky female character isn't great at much but Mackenzie is very talented. And I adore that Jeremy appreciates her as a whole person.
The grand gesture in this one is so precious. I just wanted to give everyone a group hug.
If you like a Hallmarky feeling Christmas romance, this one will scratch that itch for sure.
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This is a closed door, kisses only rom com.
Content Warning: Mackenzie's mom does have Alzheimer's and this is a subplot of the book.
Each Christmas season, Mackenzie's workplace goes all out for the holiday and someone gets promoted. And generally it's the person with the most Christmas spirit. Mackenzie never imagined with her social anxiety she's been up for the promotion, but extenuating circumstances have her battling with tinsel and holly with her unrequited office crush, Jeremy, for the position.
Jeremy is one of those people with a life plan. And this promotion is a pivotal part of his next steps. He needs the raise to support his twin niece and nephew, of whom he is guardian. But Mackenzie, who he didn't previously pay much attention to, is worming her way into his thoughts as he appreciates her quirky personality.
They each are fighting for a promotion, but perhaps their hearts are on the line as well.
_____
Mackenzie is so relatable. Her little quips about how she feels interacting with others made me feel seen many times. And Jeremy is so swoony! I love a confident man who can support a partner in every aspect of life.
Plus, I love how capable Mackenzie is. I feel like sometimes the quirky female character isn't great at much but Mackenzie is very talented. And I adore that Jeremy appreciates her as a whole person.
The grand gesture in this one is so precious. I just wanted to give everyone a group hug.
If you like a Hallmarky feeling Christmas romance, this one will scratch that itch for sure.
_____
This is a closed door, kisses only rom com.
Content Warning: Mackenzie's mom does have Alzheimer's and this is a subplot of the book.