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| GIVEAWAY RANDOM RETRO RE-READ DAY! |
Georgia Cole -- known in Hollywood as the "Holiday Goddess" -- has made a name for herself writing heartwarming screenplays chock-full of Christmas clichés, but she has yet to experience the true magic of the season. So, when her eccentric grandmother volunteers her to direct a pageant at Georgia's hometown community theater, she is less than thrilled. To make matters worse, she'll be working alongside Weston James, her childhood crush and the one man she has tried desperately to forget.
Now, facing memories of a lonely childhood and the humiliation of her last onstage performance seven years earlier, Georgia is on the verge of a complete mistletoe meltdown. As Weston attempts to thaw the frozen walls around her heart, Georgia endeavors to let go of her fears and give love a second chance. If she does, will she finally believe that Christmas can be more than a cliché?
My Review:
Ha -- I first read this book during a summer heatwave six years ago and my second read through is...tada...during a summer heatwave! What are the odds? Super excited to find this one in audible too.
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Christmas in July! I thought to lower the intolerable summer temps outside by reading a cool, refreshing winter story but I didn't factor in the delectable romance. Temperatures spiked. So did my heart rate. Snowflake kisses are the best! A delectable holiday romance with heart.
Deese measures humour and angst in even doses and delivers a breathtaking love story worthy of a Hallmark movie. Just like the ones Georgia makes a living writing. Unfortunately, her real love life is the exact opposite...until her grandmother talks her into coming home for the Christmas holidays and she comes face to face with her high school sweetheart.
There is something so delicious about Weston's steady, deliberate pursuit. They aren't teenagers anymore. Older, but maybe not wiser as far as their feelings for each other are concerned. Such an exquisite love story full of feisty fighting scenes and snow melting kisses. It isn't long before Georgia and Weston discover that Jesus can work something good out their broken lives.
No need to wait until 'tis the season to enjoy Weston and Georgia's story -- it's perfect for any time of year -- whenever you're in the mood for a toe-curling literary retreat.
Christmas in July! I thought to lower the intolerable summer temps outside by reading a cool, refreshing winter story but I didn't factor in the delectable romance. Temperatures spiked. So did my heart rate. Snowflake kisses are the best! A delectable holiday romance with heart.
Deese measures humour and angst in even doses and delivers a breathtaking love story worthy of a Hallmark movie. Just like the ones Georgia makes a living writing. Unfortunately, her real love life is the exact opposite...until her grandmother talks her into coming home for the Christmas holidays and she comes face to face with her high school sweetheart.
There is something so delicious about Weston's steady, deliberate pursuit. They aren't teenagers anymore. Older, but maybe not wiser as far as their feelings for each other are concerned. Such an exquisite love story full of feisty fighting scenes and snow melting kisses. It isn't long before Georgia and Weston discover that Jesus can work something good out their broken lives.
No need to wait until 'tis the season to enjoy Weston and Georgia's story -- it's perfect for any time of year -- whenever you're in the mood for a toe-curling literary retreat.
GIVEAWAY OPPORTUNITY:
This giveaway is for a gently read paperback (has been stored in a glass-doored bookcase so she's pristine)
If you would like a chance to win a copy of A Cliche Christmas, leave a comment below or email me at kavluvstoreadATyahooDOTca. If you add an email to your comment, remember to use AT and DOT instead of @ and . in order to protect yourself from spammers. If you enter the draw via email, please add the title to the subject line so it's easy to spot your entry. Draw will be held and winner announced on Saturday July 30 2022 . Offer open to International Readers. Good luck!
If you would like a chance to win a copy of A Cliche Christmas, leave a comment below or email me at kavluvstoreadATyahooDOTca. If you add an email to your comment, remember to use AT and DOT instead of @ and . in order to protect yourself from spammers. If you enter the draw via email, please add the title to the subject line so it's easy to spot your entry. Draw will be held and winner announced on Saturday July 30 2022 . Offer open to International Readers. Good luck!
I knew Nicole had several books released before her recent big three, but I have never hunted them down. Thanks for sharing about this one!
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And of course I discover The Words We Lost, her upcoming 2023 release when I went to check out her backlist!
DeleteOohhh, you have given me my first 2023 book to yearn for! It looks fabulous! This is such a great Christmas novella, I'm sure you'll enjoy it. Good luck, Patty!
DeleteThis is a new author to me but this sounds amazing. Thanks for the chance.
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Oooohhh, Tighefan -- so many books for you to catch up on. Here's a good starting spot. Good luck!
DeleteI had to look this one up on Goodreads because I couldn't remember how long ago I read it. Nov/2014, so almost 8 years ago! I gave it 5 stars and I know I enjoyed it but it's been long enough I could reread it and it would feel new, lol. I may just do that, it sure helps (mentally anyway) while dealing with this heat wave. i enjoyed your review!
ReplyDeleteYay, Christmas re-reads are the bestest. Happy Reading!
DeleteThis has been on tbr list forever! Would love have the opportunity to finally read it! Lol Thanks!
ReplyDeleteIt's about time! lol Good luck, Melissa!
DeleteI didn’t know she had earlier books. Thank you for sharing. Blessings leliamae54(at)aol(dot)com
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DeleteI'm SO ready for a toe curling reading AND cool thoughts! Living in the south, we expect hot in July. However, it's way past hot and even past blazing hot with too many days without rain to even remember and almost as many 100+ days and did I mention the humidity.
ReplyDeleteGeorgia and Weston's story sound like it can definitely fit the bill. Thank you for the chance to win a copy of "A CLICHE CHRISTMAS'". By the way, that kiss on the cover might just melt that snow around them. :)
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Reading cool weather Christmas stories is just the thing to ease the heat...until the toe-curling kisses start. lol Good luck, Kay!
DeleteI've heard of this one but never really paid it any attention but from how much I loved her other books I think I need to read this one. It looks so cute!
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It's a great Christmas read. Good luck, Abigail!
DeleteWould love to have this one. Love Nicole Deese's books. Thanks for the giveaway!
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You're welcome, Mindy. Good luck!
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DeleteNot ready for cool as in Christmas just yet but I'm definitely ready for cooler weather around here. I'll enjoy this book. rrwalter34atGMAILdotCOM
ReplyDeleteYes cooler weather -- by about ten degrees -- would be nice for the rest of the summer! Good luck, Becky!
DeleteFun! I hadn't heard of this book. I've read other books by this author and loved them. Thanks for the opportunity. nora finding hope at yahoo
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DeleteLove me some Nicole Deese! I've not read any of her earlier novels so this would be awesome 😊💖
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Here's your chance. Good luck, Trixi!
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