Quick Synopsis – When Melody learns the school’s cookie committee has disbanded due to dissension in the top ranks, she can’t let her twins lose another ounce of Christmas joy, so she decides to take over the cookie committee herself, even if it means dealing with the infuriating school principal, Jonathan Braxton.

Song This Reminds Me Of – Pretty much any classic Christmas tune

Publication Date – Oct. 22, 2024

Content Notes – There is off page death of a parent and some bullying.

Rating – ⭐⭐⭐ out of 5

Review – This is a cute, closed-door romance, perfect for fans of just about any Hallmark movie. Melody is a single mom of twin boys whose father passed away several years ago. All she wants is to keep her Christmas traditions alive. Honestly, this is a quick fireplace read, perfect with a cup of hot chocolate or eggnog.

The plot of the book is pretty formulaic, though at least the kisses and longing stares have way more chemistry than your typical Hallmark movie. I liked that Melody had her own successful business and she had flaws. When she agrees to take over the annual Christmas Cookie events, it’s made clear she isn’t a good baker. I thought this was a cute addition and it provided a way for the main characters to bond. I liked breaking the traditional gender roles and having the male main character be the one good at cooking.

Honestly, this book was just very average. I don’t really have great things to say about it, but I also don’t have bad things to say about it. If you like a good quick romance read with no spice, this is a good book for you.

Thanks to NetGalley and PENGUIN GROUP Putnam | G.P. Putnam’s Sons for the advanced copy. All opinions are my own.