The Holiday Claus by Ann Einerson

The Holiday Claus
Author: Ann Einerson
Published: December 2024
Publisher: Ann Einerson
Format: ARC eBook
Pages: 206
Rating: 4.5/5
Summary:

Santa had it right with his Naughty and Nice list.

Me? I was firmly Team Nice.

Need help throwing together a holiday wedding in four days, big brother? No problem.

Need me to share my bed with your super hot best friend? If I must.

Want to be sure I won’t accidentally fall in love with said super hot best friend—Brooks Claus? Can’t promise that.
He may have moved away from our small town years ago, but there’s something about being near him again that brings back memories of that innocent crush I never quite got over.

Fifteen year old me had good taste because Brooks remains the hottest guy I’ve ever seen. Biceps to die for and a perpetual frown I wish I could flip.

He’s far too serious, much older, and exceptionally grumpy to ever be mine.
Until he kisses me under the mistletoe.

Where in the fine print does it say that being a little naughty can also be nice?

Review:

First I'd like to thank Ann Einerson and team for sending me an ARC copy in exchange for a review. As always I'm in love with every story that Ann writes and makes me feel as if I'm in this small town myself. Add in that this is another cozy holiday romance... I was a goner from the beginning!

I was so drawn to the characters from the start, having a hilarious grandmother and of course the cutest little dog sidekick, I could vision this as a movie like one from Hallmark, it was so cute, funny and of course had some spicy moments!

As soon as Brooks and Lila were paired to help get this wedding together in time for Christmas, there was no way they'd be able to keep their eyes - or hands - off from one another. Add in that *somehow* the only logical place to stay was at her house sharing the same bed... Grandma knew what she was doing.

There were so many cute moments that I was swooning over. The way that Brooks was trying everything he could to help Lila out, to make things run smoothly and also try to win over Winston, he was the best! One particular scene that was like a movie in my head was the carriage ride. I won't go into it more since I don't want to spoil it, but it was ADORABLE!! I mean everything this man did for her was adorable, I swear this one needs to be a movie!

Of course the way Ann Einerson writes these characters, you've got a hilarious and unfiltered bestie in Fallon that I so can't wait to read her story next! She added a perfect dose of the bestie even from afar, and leads you to know that her story is coming if you've read any of the other Aspen Grove series. The small town vibes, all the Christmas magic especially during this time of year already, just adds to make this story great!

I would have loved to have read more about Brooks' father, and maybe have more of a conversation with his grandmother over it all, as well as the foundation that he had. I think it would've been cool to see some of that in action, but of course that's also me being selfish and saying I would have loved to read another 100 pages! LOL

Overall, this was a great Christmas novella and another fave for me from Ann Einerson! If you're looking for a holiday romance with some spice, a whole lot of holiday vibes, some swooning and an adorable dog... this is one you'll want to pick up!

That's all for my review, I hope you enjoyed it and be sure to grab your copy today!

So until the next time, keep reading!

Your Graduated Bookworm!! :)