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A Curvy Wonderland
What happens when the Christmas-loving curvy girl is forced to volunteer for a Christmas charity with the grumpiest guy in a town?
I’m babysitting two little girls while their mom works and their dad’s deployed. Their mom asked me to keep them busy serving others so they don’t have time to miss their dad. I’m all for it… until I realize the charity she signed us up for is managed by the Scrooge-iest guy in town.
You’d think someone who’s grown up selling Christmas trees with a giant, fluffy dog named Bauble would have a little more holiday spirit but no such luck. His parents put him in charge of the project to try boosting his mood.
At first, I’m not sure their plan is working, but once I see his gentler side with the girls, I start falling for him, even though I know we’re more opposite than peppermint and garlic.
As he opens up to me, I have to wonder… Does all the mistletoe in town have my head coming up with make-believe stories that will never come true? Is he being nice just for the girls? Or could he be thawing his heart for me too?
I’m babysitting two little girls while their mom works and their dad’s deployed. Their mom asked me to keep them busy serving others so they don’t have time to miss their dad. I’m all for it… until I realize the charity she signed us up for is managed by the Scrooge-iest guy in town.
You’d think someone who’s grown up selling Christmas trees with a giant, fluffy dog named Bauble would have a little more holiday spirit but no such luck. His parents put him in charge of the project to try boosting his mood.
At first, I’m not sure their plan is working, but once I see his gentler side with the girls, I start falling for him, even though I know we’re more opposite than peppermint and garlic.
As he opens up to me, I have to wonder… Does all the mistletoe in town have my head coming up with make-believe stories that will never come true? Is he being nice just for the girls? Or could he be thawing his heart for me too?
110 pages, Kindle Edition
Published November 8, 2024
About the author
Kelsie Stelting
41 books1,402 followersKelsie Stelting is a body positive romance author who writes love stories with strong characters, deep feelings, and happy endings.
She currently lives in Colorado. You can often find her writing, spending time with family, and soaking up too much sun wherever she can find it.
Visit www.kelsiestelting.com to get a free story and sign up for her readers' group!
She currently lives in Colorado. You can often find her writing, spending time with family, and soaking up too much sun wherever she can find it.
Visit www.kelsiestelting.com to get a free story and sign up for her readers' group!
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October 22, 2024
Something to know about me is I am a Hallmark Christmas movie gal to the extreme, so to read not one but three stories with those kind of vibes that features a curvy girl; I am freaking obsessed! Garland, Maine is a place of my dreams. As you can imagine, everything is Christmas themed from Mistletoe Hill to Cider Center, Scrooge’s Diner, Cocoa Corner, Jingles, The Nutcracker shop and Fall La La La La skating rink. These books were the perfect Christmas magic happily ever after’s. I love that Kelsie writes about plus sized girls who get the cute guys. Thank you, Kelsie, for writing such uplifting, body positivity books. ❤️
𝗔 𝗖𝘂𝗿𝘃𝘆 𝗪𝗼𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗿𝗹𝗮𝗻𝗱 features Eldan, a grumpy guy (think the Grinch) who is tasked with running a giving tree to help the community out and Holly, a sunshiney gal who babysits two adorable girls over the holiday. The girls’ dad isn’t able to make it home for Christmas so to help them focus on something else, they join in on the giving tree to help others out. You might just get to see Eldan’s heart grow three sizes!
𝗔 𝗖𝘂𝗿𝘃𝘆 𝗪𝗼𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗿𝗹𝗮𝗻𝗱 features Eldan, a grumpy guy (think the Grinch) who is tasked with running a giving tree to help the community out and Holly, a sunshiney gal who babysits two adorable girls over the holiday. The girls’ dad isn’t able to make it home for Christmas so to help them focus on something else, they join in on the giving tree to help others out. You might just get to see Eldan’s heart grow three sizes!
November 9, 2024
Absolutely adored this trilogy of little novellas. Kelsie has a way of telling the most beautiful heartfelt stories. They sucked me right in. These are perfect palate cleansers for this season. No spice, these are YA and I couldn’t stop reading these. Hallmark vibes, body positivity, loving yourself while finding your HEA. Guaranteed to give your heart a squeeze! Totally recommend it!! Curvy girls rule!
October 29, 2024
The cutest little way to start the festive season. The storyline was very cute and Christmas themed and the characters were the perfect mixture of grumpy/sunshine meaning there is something for everyone.
Favourite character: Eldan - I am also a bit of a Scrooge about Christmas but love to make it fun for the people around me! Adored his background story and his adorable emotional support dog Bob (Bauble). His redemption arc was also kinda perfect and you’d struggle not to have a soft spot for him after it!
This book is the perfect Christmas read for anyone wanting a short YA romance to give you that festive feeling I just wish it could have been longer! Thankfully there are two more books in the same series to dive straight into 😁
(I received an ARC in exchange for an honest review)
Favourite character: Eldan - I am also a bit of a Scrooge about Christmas but love to make it fun for the people around me! Adored his background story and his adorable emotional support dog Bob (Bauble). His redemption arc was also kinda perfect and you’d struggle not to have a soft spot for him after it!
This book is the perfect Christmas read for anyone wanting a short YA romance to give you that festive feeling I just wish it could have been longer! Thankfully there are two more books in the same series to dive straight into 😁
(I received an ARC in exchange for an honest review)
November 9, 2024
Holly is joy and happiness she is kindness and hope. Eldan has had trauma and fears being left behind especially around Christmas.
As Holly and the two little girls she takes care of help Eldan with the giving tree charity his mom has insisted he run this season they both discover that words, wishes, and feelings are all things that often need great care, but they also can bring you the greatest joy when you can be brave enough to share them with others. I really loved this story with Eldan's introverted yet caring nature and Holly's outgoing yet calming kind presence. They really complemented each other in the best way.
I have voluntarily left this review.
As Holly and the two little girls she takes care of help Eldan with the giving tree charity his mom has insisted he run this season they both discover that words, wishes, and feelings are all things that often need great care, but they also can bring you the greatest joy when you can be brave enough to share them with others. I really loved this story with Eldan's introverted yet caring nature and Holly's outgoing yet calming kind presence. They really complemented each other in the best way.
I have voluntarily left this review.
October 26, 2024
Holiday Treat!
A Curvy Wonderland is a YA novellas. Sunshine teen meets the Grumpy teen, forced proximity romance.
We meet Eldan who is not a fan of Christmas even though he lives in Garland, Maine. A town that is Christmas themed and his parents own a Christmas tree farm. His mother decides since this is his last Christmas before he leaves to go off to college to put in charge of the giving tree. In the hopes that it will help him with his past trauma.
Holly tends to spend her holiday break babysitting two of the cutest littles girls ever, and having fun with them with all the Christmas activities around town. However, the plans are changed when the mother tells Holly that their father who is deployed will not be coming home on Christmas Eve like they had planned. So to keep them girls from being upset she has volunteered them to help out Eldan with giving tree.
The feelings growing between Eldan and Holly are slow, and sweet and they both learn to let down their exterior walls and let each other fall in love. The book is very well written and easy to sit and read in one go. I can not wait to read the other two novellas in this series.
I received an ARC copy of this book from Bookfunnel, and I’m voluntarily leaving an honest review for the author.
A Curvy Wonderland is a YA novellas. Sunshine teen meets the Grumpy teen, forced proximity romance.
We meet Eldan who is not a fan of Christmas even though he lives in Garland, Maine. A town that is Christmas themed and his parents own a Christmas tree farm. His mother decides since this is his last Christmas before he leaves to go off to college to put in charge of the giving tree. In the hopes that it will help him with his past trauma.
Holly tends to spend her holiday break babysitting two of the cutest littles girls ever, and having fun with them with all the Christmas activities around town. However, the plans are changed when the mother tells Holly that their father who is deployed will not be coming home on Christmas Eve like they had planned. So to keep them girls from being upset she has volunteered them to help out Eldan with giving tree.
The feelings growing between Eldan and Holly are slow, and sweet and they both learn to let down their exterior walls and let each other fall in love. The book is very well written and easy to sit and read in one go. I can not wait to read the other two novellas in this series.
I received an ARC copy of this book from Bookfunnel, and I’m voluntarily leaving an honest review for the author.
October 25, 2024
Curvy Girl Christmas is a YA series of novellas, each a sweet Christmas romance based in Garland, Maine. If you're a fan of Hallmark's holidays movies, these are right up your alley.
Holly plans to spend her holiday break babysitting her charges and doing all of the Christmas activities in Garland. Unfortunately, the girls learn that their dad won't make it home from deployment in time for Christmas. In an attempt to take their minds of their sadness, Holly will take the girls to volunteer and serve others in the hopes of bringing smiles to their faces.
Eldan can't wait for Christmas to be over. Not a fan of the season, Eldan has some past trauma that keeps him from getting into the holiday spirit. When his mom arranges for him to volunteer and serve others over his break, Eldan reluctantly agrees.
Feelings between Eldan and Holly slowly grow as she learns that his grumpy exterior is simply that - a veneer. If you enjoy a grumpy/sunshine, forced proximity romance, with a lovable Tibetan mastiff named Bauble, you'll love this one!
Holly plans to spend her holiday break babysitting her charges and doing all of the Christmas activities in Garland. Unfortunately, the girls learn that their dad won't make it home from deployment in time for Christmas. In an attempt to take their minds of their sadness, Holly will take the girls to volunteer and serve others in the hopes of bringing smiles to their faces.
Eldan can't wait for Christmas to be over. Not a fan of the season, Eldan has some past trauma that keeps him from getting into the holiday spirit. When his mom arranges for him to volunteer and serve others over his break, Eldan reluctantly agrees.
Feelings between Eldan and Holly slowly grow as she learns that his grumpy exterior is simply that - a veneer. If you enjoy a grumpy/sunshine, forced proximity romance, with a lovable Tibetan mastiff named Bauble, you'll love this one!
November 11, 2024
I received a free copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review. This is the first book of the author's that I've read and I would like to read more from her. It's a Curvy Girl Christmas book and can be read as a standalone, though the author suggests reading this book first. A Curvy Wonderland is told through Holly and Eldan's pov and is a sweet YA romance about the true meaning of Christmas.
CW: brief mentions of loss and deployment
Spice: sweet kisses
Appropriately named, Holly was full of joy and loved spreading cheer during the Christmas season. Unlike her, Eldan just wanted to get through the season and was counting down the days when he would graduate and leave Garland, their Christmas loving town. I loved how they had to work together running different kind of errands around town and experienced the importance of giving back. As they brightened the days of the townspeople, it was nice to see Eldan's heart melt and go out of his way to do something extra. The romance was the cutest and one that is appropriate for all ages to read. Given that and the fact that this story contains a body positive message, it makes the perfect gift for a teen and those who love sweet YA romance.
CW: brief mentions of loss and deployment
Spice: sweet kisses
Appropriately named, Holly was full of joy and loved spreading cheer during the Christmas season. Unlike her, Eldan just wanted to get through the season and was counting down the days when he would graduate and leave Garland, their Christmas loving town. I loved how they had to work together running different kind of errands around town and experienced the importance of giving back. As they brightened the days of the townspeople, it was nice to see Eldan's heart melt and go out of his way to do something extra. The romance was the cutest and one that is appropriate for all ages to read. Given that and the fact that this story contains a body positive message, it makes the perfect gift for a teen and those who love sweet YA romance.
October 28, 2024
This was a cute feel good story taking place during the Christmas season sprinkled with a little Christmas magic. When I say magic, I mean in a very loose sense, helping others, helping themselves and bringing others joy.
This is the first story in A Curvy Christmas series, A Curvy Wonderland is about two young adults- Holly, who is full of sunshine and gumdrops and Elden, the grumpy, quiet teen who likes to keep to himself for reasons untold. These two were forced to spend time together bringing Christmas cheer to others and the unexpected happens. Enjoy their journey to the best Christmas ever.
As Kelsie states:
“The truth is, you don’t need a Christmas star to make the season magical—you have all the magic you need right inside you, and it’s even better when you share it with someone else.”
This is the first story in A Curvy Christmas series, A Curvy Wonderland is about two young adults- Holly, who is full of sunshine and gumdrops and Elden, the grumpy, quiet teen who likes to keep to himself for reasons untold. These two were forced to spend time together bringing Christmas cheer to others and the unexpected happens. Enjoy their journey to the best Christmas ever.
As Kelsie states:
“The truth is, you don’t need a Christmas star to make the season magical—you have all the magic you need right inside you, and it’s even better when you share it with someone else.”
October 28, 2024
Holly loves Christmas. It’s her favorite time of year. This year, she makes a wish on the Garland Christmas star to have the best Christmas ever. Next thing she knows, she’s working with the grumpiest boy in town on a charity project.
Eldan has hated Christmas since he was little. Unfortunately, his mom has volunteered him to be in charge of the giving tree charity that the family Christmas tree farm runs. And to make things worse, the cheeriest Christmas-loving girl will be assisting him.
Grumpy meets sunshine in this quick Christmas novella that will have every Hallmark Christmas movie lover happy.
Eldan has hated Christmas since he was little. Unfortunately, his mom has volunteered him to be in charge of the giving tree charity that the family Christmas tree farm runs. And to make things worse, the cheeriest Christmas-loving girl will be assisting him.
Grumpy meets sunshine in this quick Christmas novella that will have every Hallmark Christmas movie lover happy.
October 30, 2024
Curvy Girl Christmas - Arc Review
these three christmas romances are exactly what i needed in high school. i loved watching all of the cheesy hallmark christmas movies, but never got to see myself in any of them. if you enjoyed Let It Snow or Dash and Lily, you will absolutely love this set of Christmas stories. each story is a quick and lighthearted read with a holiday-themed happily ever after
the details 🎄
- YA Christmas romance
- small town
- dual pov
- plus size rep fmc
- found family
- lots of Christmas magic
- secret identity ( Santa Loves Curvy Girls )
- forced proximity ( A Curvy Carol )
- grumpy x sunshine ( A Curvy Wonderland )
these three christmas romances are exactly what i needed in high school. i loved watching all of the cheesy hallmark christmas movies, but never got to see myself in any of them. if you enjoyed Let It Snow or Dash and Lily, you will absolutely love this set of Christmas stories. each story is a quick and lighthearted read with a holiday-themed happily ever after
the details 🎄
- YA Christmas romance
- small town
- dual pov
- plus size rep fmc
- found family
- lots of Christmas magic
- secret identity ( Santa Loves Curvy Girls )
- forced proximity ( A Curvy Carol )
- grumpy x sunshine ( A Curvy Wonderland )
November 4, 2024
As I read through the books I felt myself getting cosier and falling in love with the characters, their development and the small town with a big sense of community.
This stories have so much warmth and a true Christmassy feel whilst reading them, grab yourself a snuggly blanket, a mega mug of hot choccie and some snacks because you won’t want to move until you’ve devoured this festive treat of books.
Holly is giving me a Cindy-Lou vibe whilst Eldan gives Grinch.
Nick and Belle are full on festive vibes for me full of wholesome cuteness.
The gorgeousness of Carolynn and Whit as they blossom individually and together is lush, showing us that relationships are give and take.
This stories have so much warmth and a true Christmassy feel whilst reading them, grab yourself a snuggly blanket, a mega mug of hot choccie and some snacks because you won’t want to move until you’ve devoured this festive treat of books.
Holly is giving me a Cindy-Lou vibe whilst Eldan gives Grinch.
Nick and Belle are full on festive vibes for me full of wholesome cuteness.
The gorgeousness of Carolynn and Whit as they blossom individually and together is lush, showing us that relationships are give and take.
October 26, 2024
~Arc Review~
Tropes-
Small town
Dual Pov
Grumpy/Sunshine
This series is so fun! Eldan the MMC is forced to help people for the Christmas season by his parents and Holly the FMC has offered to help with the two adorable little girls she babysits. I thought it was so cute to see Eldan pretend like he didn’t care but then get to his Pov to see how deeply he felt. What Eldan did for the girls was so thoughtful 🥹and I loved how they all purposely dressed extra Christmasy to get on his nerves.
Thank you Kelsie for sending me these books!
Tropes-
Small town
Dual Pov
Grumpy/Sunshine
This series is so fun! Eldan the MMC is forced to help people for the Christmas season by his parents and Holly the FMC has offered to help with the two adorable little girls she babysits. I thought it was so cute to see Eldan pretend like he didn’t care but then get to his Pov to see how deeply he felt. What Eldan did for the girls was so thoughtful 🥹and I loved how they all purposely dressed extra Christmasy to get on his nerves.
Thank you Kelsie for sending me these books!
October 27, 2024
Holly and Elden…. My heart ached for them both and then my tears turned to joy 🥹 a short, magical Xmas story that seriously got me in the feels, Kelsie - I LOVE the way that you make me fall in love with your couples as a whole even in such a short story, there are so few story’s that will literally make my heart ache, my eyes cry and my face smile all in the space of a 1.5 hour 1 session read!! (Although my husband would probably prefer you didn’t make me giggle as much while he’s trying to sleep at midnight 🤭🤭)
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
October 31, 2024
YA Christmas Novella
Small Town
Grumpy (Scrooge) x Sunshine
Granting Christmas Wishes
Renewed Christmas Spirit
Dual POV
A blend of early 2000s Disney Channel movies and Hallmark holiday movies! This was an adorable and fun, quick read. This is YA with no spice but has a few sweet kisses. The small town is Christmas cheer, all the names for places are so cute! Eldan was a Scrooge! But I totally understood why when he opens up to Bethany. For being so young, he showed so much emotional maturity when it mattered!
Eldan will have a special place in my heart!
Small Town
Grumpy (Scrooge) x Sunshine
Granting Christmas Wishes
Renewed Christmas Spirit
Dual POV
A blend of early 2000s Disney Channel movies and Hallmark holiday movies! This was an adorable and fun, quick read. This is YA with no spice but has a few sweet kisses. The small town is Christmas cheer, all the names for places are so cute! Eldan was a Scrooge! But I totally understood why when he opens up to Bethany. For being so young, he showed so much emotional maturity when it mattered!
Eldan will have a special place in my heart!
October 31, 2024
I love this book! I'm a sucker for a good grumpy/sunshine story and this one did not disappoint. This book had me swooning, laughing and even crying in the very best way. Holly and Eldan are total opposites that somehow make the perfect pair. The way that they come together to create some holiday magic by helping others in their community is truly heartwarming. And I can't forget Eldan's dog Bauble the tibetan mastiff. He had my heart from the very beginning! If you like reading sweet holiday romance then this story is for you. I highly recommend it!
November 3, 2024
This book is everything you look for in a typical Hallmark christmas movie. It is so cute and sweet that it makes cookies seem sour. And I loved it. I loved every second of it. I loved the grumpy x Sunshine, I love the plus-size fmc, and I love the everyday magic that anyone can do with just a touch of kindness!
And if that doesn't convince you to give it a read, then maybe the dedication will
"For anyone struggling with diet culture this holiday—forget the calories, enjoy the hot chocolate. It pairs perfectly with this story. ;)"
And if that doesn't convince you to give it a read, then maybe the dedication will
"For anyone struggling with diet culture this holiday—forget the calories, enjoy the hot chocolate. It pairs perfectly with this story. ;)"
November 8, 2024
I wish that these books where available when i was a young curvy girl.
It brings me joy that there are beautiful girls out there that can read these uplifting body-positive stories.
Garland, Maine is a sweet little town with a great Christmas spirit.
A ideal setting for al these heartwarming and sweet stories that make you wish it was Christmas already.
Every book has his own plus-size heroine and trope.
These are all quick to read so pick your favorite drink, snack and blanket and make yourself comfortabel to read these great loveable stories.
It brings me joy that there are beautiful girls out there that can read these uplifting body-positive stories.
Garland, Maine is a sweet little town with a great Christmas spirit.
A ideal setting for al these heartwarming and sweet stories that make you wish it was Christmas already.
Every book has his own plus-size heroine and trope.
These are all quick to read so pick your favorite drink, snack and blanket and make yourself comfortabel to read these great loveable stories.
November 2, 2024
First, I would like to express my gratitude to Kelsie and her team for being able to read and review these books early. I’m so excited and thankful for the opportunity.
I was very excited that the FMC was named Holly since that’s my name, so I’d been looking forward to this.
I really liked Eldan’s challenge from his mom, and how he started to act on it.
I think this one was my favorite, but I also like the grumpy/sunshine troupe!
This series definitely put me in the Christmas spirit 🎄
I was very excited that the FMC was named Holly since that’s my name, so I’d been looking forward to this.
I really liked Eldan’s challenge from his mom, and how he started to act on it.
I think this one was my favorite, but I also like the grumpy/sunshine troupe!
This series definitely put me in the Christmas spirit 🎄
November 4, 2024
Heartwarming and Festive!
I absolutely loved this charming holiday romance! The story of a Christmas-loving, curvy girl paired with the town’s grumpiest Scrooge was both hilarious and heartwarming. The characters felt so real—her sweet determination to bring holiday joy to the two girls she’s babysitting, and his unexpected gentleness that slowly unravels through the story. It’s a perfect blend of humor, romance, and Christmas spirit that will have you rooting for love under the mistletoe.
I absolutely loved this charming holiday romance! The story of a Christmas-loving, curvy girl paired with the town’s grumpiest Scrooge was both hilarious and heartwarming. The characters felt so real—her sweet determination to bring holiday joy to the two girls she’s babysitting, and his unexpected gentleness that slowly unravels through the story. It’s a perfect blend of humor, romance, and Christmas spirit that will have you rooting for love under the mistletoe.
November 6, 2024
OMG, get ready for some feelings with this one. The Grinch meets Cindy Lou all over again. She doesn't have anything to do over Christmas or so she thinks. Then she meets a boy that is heart pounding handsome but he is a hard nut to crack.
I love the hint of the military and the struggles that it brings to anytime but mainly the holidays. There is so much happening here but it was easy to keep track. Needs some Hallmark vibes? This is definitely the book to get.
I love the hint of the military and the struggles that it brings to anytime but mainly the holidays. There is so much happening here but it was easy to keep track. Needs some Hallmark vibes? This is definitely the book to get.
November 4, 2024
I wish there were books like this when I was in high school!
This is a sweet YA Christmas that I would be completely comfortable with my teenage daughter reading. So many books are labeled or marketed as YA, that aren’t appropriate for kids. This book is truly a YA romance. Sweet kisses only! Nothing spicy!
This is a sweet YA Christmas that I would be completely comfortable with my teenage daughter reading. So many books are labeled or marketed as YA, that aren’t appropriate for kids. This book is truly a YA romance. Sweet kisses only! Nothing spicy!
November 9, 2024
Looking to get in the holiday spirit AND add a fun quick read to help reach your goodreads goal? Grab this book right away!
Are you ready to get in the Christmas spirit? We’ll grab a cup of hot chocolate, a few Christmas cookies, flick on the Christmas lights and grab Kelsie Stelting’s new book(s), A Curvy Girl Christmas! These books are so good. They are short and sweet but do not lack the depth and feelings. As always, Kelsie writes in such a body positive way, making you feel good about yourself and the characters too. I read these so quick and was left feeling happy afterwards. Kelsie came up with new ways to draw you in, and keep you smiling the whole entire book!
This specific book brought some tears to my eyes and really tugged on the heart strings. As always, Kelsie brings everything full circle and ends with the happiest of endings! Or should I say the jolliest of endings! 😉
Are you ready to get in the Christmas spirit? We’ll grab a cup of hot chocolate, a few Christmas cookies, flick on the Christmas lights and grab Kelsie Stelting’s new book(s), A Curvy Girl Christmas! These books are so good. They are short and sweet but do not lack the depth and feelings. As always, Kelsie writes in such a body positive way, making you feel good about yourself and the characters too. I read these so quick and was left feeling happy afterwards. Kelsie came up with new ways to draw you in, and keep you smiling the whole entire book!
This specific book brought some tears to my eyes and really tugged on the heart strings. As always, Kelsie brings everything full circle and ends with the happiest of endings! Or should I say the jolliest of endings! 😉
November 4, 2024
Truly cannot even begin to talk about how stinking cute this whole story was. I loved it so so much!
A lot more underneath the story than I was expecting initially but I loved it so much. And what Eldan did at the end - ugly cry.
SO SO CUTE!!!
Thank you to Kelsie and her team for the e-ARC for my honest review
A lot more underneath the story than I was expecting initially but I loved it so much. And what Eldan did at the end - ugly cry.
SO SO CUTE!!!
Thank you to Kelsie and her team for the e-ARC for my honest review
November 6, 2024
A Curvy Wonderland was filled with so much Christmas joy! It had me smiling the entire time! Holly had my heart smiling and the sweet little girls had my heart melting. I wanted to give Eldan a big hug the entire time I read this story! Get a cup of hot cocoa and put this book on your Christmas TBR!
November 16, 2024
3.5
this is such a cute lil’ YA christmas novella!
i loved the atmosphere so much and it was so much fun to see everyone do fun festive activities with family and all the good stuff, definitely has that hallmark charm!
but the lower rating is bcos there’s just, not a lot of substance other than the cuteness - our mcs were mostly an embodiment of their trope (grumpy grinch x christmas loving sunshine) and the romance wasn’t really developed
but in saying that, they are so much fun to read & good for switching your mind off for a bit, so i’ll be bingeing the rest!
a massive thank you to kelsie’s team for sending me the alc!
this is such a cute lil’ YA christmas novella!
i loved the atmosphere so much and it was so much fun to see everyone do fun festive activities with family and all the good stuff, definitely has that hallmark charm!
but the lower rating is bcos there’s just, not a lot of substance other than the cuteness - our mcs were mostly an embodiment of their trope (grumpy grinch x christmas loving sunshine) and the romance wasn’t really developed
but in saying that, they are so much fun to read & good for switching your mind off for a bit, so i’ll be bingeing the rest!
a massive thank you to kelsie’s team for sending me the alc!
October 30, 2024
A short cute and fun read. Two kids getting ready to be adults. Scared of all the unknowns that come with growing up. Finding a bit of joy and happiness together during Christmas time. This was a fun quick read filled with emotion and some silly fun!
October 30, 2024
This was a cute G-rated YA Christmas novella about a grumpy/sunshine teenage romance that takes place during the week before Christmas in a small, Hallmark-y Christmas town. Very quick and easy read, a sweet little palette cleanser to transition from Halloween to Christmas!
November 11, 2024
This is tied for my favorite of the bunch. A grumpy/sunshine romance, we have two people forced to work together to bring holiday joy to those less fortunate. It’s magical watching a young Scrooge find his love for the holiday season again.
November 13, 2024
This is my second read of the series and it didn't disappoint! Kelsie Stelting did it again...and this adorable story hit it out of the park. Eldan and Holly's caper would fit nicely in the Hallmark or Netflix series Xmas offerings. Excellent gift for the YA romance readers in your clan. Enjoy!
November 2, 2024
For the curvy girls who have watched countless Christmas movies and never seen themselves represented. Garland is a town full of magic and love and a group of sweet, curvy girls hoping to find their little piece of both. These stories are full of plus-size joy and Christmas spirit with a dash of the feels for good measure. If you are a fan of the cute Hallmark stories but want some curvy girl representation, this collection is for you.
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