This book was only okay for me. When I read a novella, I like it to feel like I read a whole book, and this one just didn't give me that vibe.

This is a romance between two MMCs, which I always find an interesting read, but the story felt flimsy for me and I only enjoyed one of the characters.

3.5 stars

It was a cute story of family, friends and love. I love the setting of London, especially in December.

It was a little slow, and I wanted more time with the FMC and MMC together.

This book wasn't as...Royal as I pictured, and I liked that it was a love story about older people with life experience.

It was just okay for me. Wouldn't be the first one I recommended to someone.

3.5 rounded down.

This was a campy Christmas story. Some laughs, some spice, some cringe. Sort of preachy on some topics but not enough that I would recommend someone not read it.

It felt a little long. Like the same story could have been told in like, half the pages.

2.5 rounded up.

Not a bad Christmas story, pretty sure I've seen a movie that was almost identical.

But it isn't really the type of book for me. I like more contemporary romance, where there is a little bit of spice, and and humour and I found this one to be a little bit flat.

3.75 rounded up.

If you are looking for a Hallmark movie in a book, this one is for you. Cute town, cute Christmas festival, nice friendly people, a little bit of Christmas magic.

Is it predictable, yes, but does that matter in cases like this, no.

3.5 rounded up.

As someone that loves a good Christmas romance, I thought I would try a Hanukkah one and I really enjoyed it.

It was nice to see another holiday highlighted, the story was engaging and as someone who deals with chronic health issues, it was nice to feel represented in a book.

This book is a rollercoaster with lots of ups and downs.

I feel like it's basically a 400 page version of the cue card guy from Love Actually.

There is love, heartbreak and growth throughout.

3.25 rounded down

I liked the premise of the story but it seemed long.

I found the plot fun, but the ending predictable.

3.75 rounded up.

Because I go into books blind, I had no clue this was a dark romance mystery, but I really enjoyed the two being married together.

I didn't enjoy this one as much as the 2nd one, but it was much better than the first.

3.75 rounded up.

Not my normal read. Multiple POV and timelines. Historical fiction.

However, I enjoyed it. It was great at what it was. Perfect for this time of year.

Might be a hard read for those who have been a victim of domestic violence or had issues around pregnancy/conception.

3.5 rounded down.

I didn't find it really exciting or haunting, but it was a good story and I don't regret reading it.

This read like the last book in the series. There was a finality to it.

The story was okay but I didn't love the FMC.

Also, if it was the last one, I would have appreciated more of all the families, as a farewell.

3.5 Rounded down.

I didn't find this very “horror” for me, just sort of a domestic thriller/suspense.

It seemed a little longer then it needed to be and I personally found it predictable, however, it was well written and entertaining.

3.75 rounded up.

I liked the two MCs, and it was exactly what I expected from this book.

There was more plot than I thought there would be and some spice. The hearts of both main characters were good, which made you want to cheer for them.